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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 01-10-1997JANUARY 10, 1997 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS 1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.- JANUARY CHEDULE. JANUARY 21, 1997 6:00 P.M. ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE DINNER Public Safety Training Room JANUARY 22, 1997 6:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Public Safety Training Room Topic: Presentation from Springsted, City's Financial Advisor JANUARY 22, 1997 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers FEBRUARY 5, 1997 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 2. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. Agenda is attached. (M-2) 3. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE, TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 7:00 P.M., Hadley Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-3) 4. CITY CENTER SUBCOMMITTEE, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 7:00 P.M. Public Safety Training Room. Topic: Review and recommend a course of action on proposals received for development of the city -owned parcel at Vicksburg Lane and Highway 55. 5. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY, MONDAY, JANUARY 20, City offices closed. 6. PACT, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY20, 7:00 P.M.; Hadley Lake Room. r, CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO January 10, 1997 Page 2 7. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. 8. MEETING CALENDARS — January and February meeting calendars are attached. (M-8) 1. COUNCIL MAIL — The mayor and Councilmembers may pick up their mail before meetings, or whenever visiting City Hall. The Council mail is kept in the Administration area above the filing cabinets. 2. LIBRARY ADDITION — A copy of a videotape, The Open Meeting Law, (17 minutes), produced by the League of Minnesota Cities, is available in the Administration Library for check-out. The three new Councilmembers have already viewed it. The check-out sheet is on the Library desk for your convenience, and for tracking purposes. 3. COUNCIL MEETING NOTEBOOKS — Councilmembers are encouraged to retain any staff reports they want to save from meeting notebooks. However, there are a limited number of notebooks that are rotated for the meetings. Councilmembers may leave their notebooks at their places on the dais after the meeting. If taken, we strongly urge the return of the blue notebooks to Administration as soon as possible. This also holds true for recycling weekly packet envelopes. They can be returned at meetings, or during other visits to City Hall. 4. MEETING MINUTES a. Environmental Quality Committee meeting of November 12, 1996. (I -4a) b. Environmental Quality Committee meeting of December 10, 1996. (I -4b) C. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting of December 12, 1996. (I -4c) d. Planning Commission Meeting of December 17, 1996. (I -4d) e. Plymouth Human Rights Commission of January 2, 1997. (I -4e) 5. STAFFREPORTS a. An updated chart from Community Development identifying the procedures and requirements for various types of applications. (I -5a) 6. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES CONFERENCE REIMBURSEMENT POLICY CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO January 10, 1997 Page 3 Attached is a letter from LMC Executive Director Jim Miller regarding the LMC policy on reimbursement for travel costs to conferences. The referenced policy was not sent; staff is attempting to obtain a copy. (1-6) 7. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. a. Invitation to the League of Minnesota Cities' 13`h Annual LMC Legislative Dinner, Wednesday, January 29, 6:30 p.m. at the Decathlon Athletic Club in Bloomington. (I - 7a) b. City news release noting the selection of Recreation Supervisor Rick Busch for the U -S Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame. (I -7b) c. City news release explaining Plymouth's efforts in carrying out the recently effected Community Notification and Registration Act for convicted sex offenders. (I -7c) d. Notice of a Minnehaha Creek Watershed District panel discussion on "Wetlands: Past, Present and Future" to be held at the Gray Freshwater Center in Navarre on Thursday, January 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (I -7d) e. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities January newsletter. (1--7e) f. Notice from Hennepin County Sheriff Patrick McGowan of plans for the Citizen Law Enforcement Academy, to be held in February and March. Attached is registration information. (1-7f) g. Invitation to the Mayor to join the School District 281 Safe & Drug -Free Schools Advisory Council. (I -7g) 8. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY- CORRESPONDENCE a. Internet communication between Fire Chief Rick Kline and John Vance regarding Fire Department response time. (1--8a) b. Internet communication between Assistant City Manager Kathy Lueckert and Richard Kimmel regarding e-mail communication services for the Mayor and Councilmembers. (I -8b) c. Letter to the Mayor from Stacy Doyle commenting about sidewalks in Plymouth. The letter has been forwarded to Park Director Eric Blank for a response. (I -8c) d. Letter to the Mayor from Gary Hughes regarding snow plowing in the City. The letter has been forwarded to Public Works Director Fred Moore for a response. (I -8d) J CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO January 10, 1997 Page 4 A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (1-8) 9. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter to Mike Leuer of Plymouth Ponds Development from Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt reporting on progress on meeting the terms of agreement relating to Building Four. (1--9a) b. Letter to Thomas Berry of Northern States Power from Park Director Eric Blank extending thanks for the grant to the City for the purchase of a Zamboni ice resurfacer for the new Plymouth Ice Center. (1--9b) ,* T. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA rR TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 1997 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 A. Carlson Real Estate Company. Final Plat and Site Plan for Outlot A of Carlson Center 12`h Addition to construct a 130,000 square foot Class A office building to be known as Two Carlson Parkway located southwest of the intersection of I-494 and Carlson Parkway. (96182) B. School District 281. Site Plan Amendment for a 13,045 square foot gymnasium addition to Armstrong High School located at 10635-36`' Avenue North. (96187) 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. BRW, Inca Land Use Guide Plan Amendment, PUD Sketch Plan Amendment, PUD General Plan Amendment, and Preliminary Plat for development in the West Health Campus and Northwest Business Campus 13' Addition located at the northwest and northeast corners of Highway 55 and Northwest Boulevard. (96155) B. Veijo Tarnanen. Variance to encroach 2.5 feet into the required 6 -foot side yard setback for a 12 -foot by 20 -foot garden tool shed for property located at 20 Balsam Lane North. (96164) C. Dahlstrom, Peterson, Eiden Partnership. Preliminary Plat for nine lots for seven new single family homes and two existing homes for property located north of Rockford Road and west of Berkshire Lane. (96173) 7. OLD BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Approval of 1997 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule 9. ADJOURNMENT ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE AGENDA MEETING N0.57 Tuesday, 7:00 P.M. January 14, 1996 Hadley Lake •Room; Plymouth City Hall (Agenda•Update: New Items are underlined) 7:00 P.M. Call to Order/Chair - Martin Frank 7:05 P.M. Approval of Minutes 7:15 P.M. Reports/Updates 7:15 P.M. • Basset Creek Watershed Citizen Input Process• Fred Moore 7:20 P.M. . The 2nd Plymouth Environmental Fair; Kris H. 7:25 P.M. • Native & Aquatic Landscaping Committee; Ritta O. 7:30 P.M. . Pivmouth Environmental Business Partnership(PEBP)• ft—Viewing the phone & Mail -in S on: Margig V 7:35 P.M. a Plymouth Water Resources Management Plan; Shane M. 7:40 P.M. .. Global Action Plan Proposal ; Martin F. 7:45 P.M. • Environmental Calendar; Shane M. 7:50 P.M. . Wetland Management Plan Grant; Shane M. 7:55 P.M. 8:00 P.M. New Business 8:00 P.M. • Work Pl • please read this plan before meeting 8:45 P.M. • 8:45 P.M. General Discussion 8:45 P.M. • EQC 1997 Members 8:50 P.M. . Meeting Format, Minutes Form 9:00 P.M. 0 Future Topics 9:00 P.M. Setting Up The Next Meeting's Agenda Possible change of date .from Feb. 11, 97 to Feb. 18 7 9:15 P.M. Adjourn %%CtW_Oy%vol[%ENMWMQLT"MiNlIrFS m 97.0X a 00C40) 00w w O N' O 00 N CCS o C� I� I� I� w i `V ¢.0 C)�OU� r QV u a o U v v ,4 .. `k 00 , O R o"= I; u �` ° N d r i U < � d 8z. o] ai c' N trl c - V U2��. !S 3p °i Z a�gz gE� ;$ Duzi0 "'ga�� oUUrn Via•_ n ti N i, 00 a Ln U l> W F~ OU U a PF °=ter= �10� O lapgul, oUU ( a EO.a cmAv� a O�%z.L oZOUI �F. e_eer NO y n P V N ^• N � N C; Up w C 06 hf � R :J N srvN g y i 12-o N�mhNN vi � I I III ' a ti 00 h N I� t" 00 I N �d I li 12 c� ¢i U� d �u� �c O V7 etl ~R�.. V1 .� 1 O O I o U l O O o U U � O' C7 ,�., U- ,;_,. I, a w s ¢ a� ac! o- •v $�U o�cEGl, Ch 00IZZ- h V z •C �i n U;iz= y j C)11 0.O oll;a0 00 yl —mr C ODUIJu 0ZHI I Tp O O = cn MINUTES � , ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Meeting No. 55 Tuesday, November 12, 1996 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Chairperson Martin Frank, Paul Liebman, Council Member Ginny Black, Bridget Jodell, Rita O'Donnell, Bob Swanson and David Shea Members Absent: Mary McKee Others present: John Barten, Hennepin County Parks, Staff Ex -officio Shane Missaghi Visitors: Fred Urban, Erika Urban, Terrie Christian, Ron Hennes and Sharon Meister Meeting started at 7:00 p.m. promptly. No minutes were available for approval therefore, they were postponed until the next meeting. New Committee Member appointment was added to the Agenda. There was a recommendation to move the Association of Medicine Lake Area Citizens' presentation to 7:15 in respect to the number of members present at the meeting. The Association of Medicine Lake Area Citizens (AMLAC) provided their presentation. A color photo report of the project was presented to EQC. After the presentation was concluded, all EQC members agreed that this was a very good and timely report. Everyone was also impressed by the quality of the presentation. Chairperson Martin Frank asked what it is specifically that AMLAC expects to come out of this report and what are the expectations from the EQC. Terrie Christian's response was that some immediate implementation is timely, we don't necessarily need any more studies. Council Member Ginny Black talked about some options and the idea of incorporating the Parks, Water Plan, and EQC efforts as well as the idea of the street sweeping and sediment removal as some other options. AMLA members also commended the City's effort on phosphate free fertilizers and acknowledging that not all the stores have phosphorus free fertilizer products available for consumers. There was a suggestion that perhaps we should add the document to the water plan as part of the plans appendixes. \\Ciry_ply\vol l\ENG\VMQLTY\MINUTF.S\MTG55NOV.DOC 1 -_�a ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES MEETING NO. 55 PAGE TWO Rita O'Donnell asked John Barten if this preliminary build up of sediment is normal. Mr. Barten responded that there are many ways to minimize the effect and there are many practical ways to reduce the sedimentations and according to this report some corrections seem to be required. Rita O'Donnell asked Shane as to the status of the water plan and if the plan is now more visionary and comprehensive. Shane provided a quick update on the status of the water plan as well as the City's new activity with Barr Engineering on behalf of the Bassett Creek Watershed, and the fact that Barr Engineering, Hennepin Parks and the City of Plymouth will be working on the Medicine Lake Watershed project to conduct water quality monitoring as well as computer models throughout the watershed. Chairperson Martin Frank asked what the next stage should be in response to the AMLAC. Bridget Jodell stated that the Medicine Lake use by various groups should make it a higher priority than the other lakes within the City. Shane updated the group on the water plan's method of prioritizing, although it was not solely based on use, nonetheless, Medicine Lake has been mentioned as having the highest priority for any water quality project. The EQC members requested to see the water plan as it is being developed by SEH. There was another recommendation that we will decide on how to utilize this report from AMLAC. The Plymouth Business Environmental Initiative members Paul Liebman, Martin Frank, and Councilmember Ginny Black updated everyone on the Environmental Initiative Sub -committee and its recent activities. EQC members agreed that the Environmental Initiative Committee activities are necessary and supported. Councilmember Ginny Black mentioned that three members of the EQC are up for re- appointment and encouraged all three members to re -apply. In response, members also showed their gratitude to Councilmemeber Ginny Black for her continued assistance and support of the EQC effort. Furthermore, Rita O'Donnell suggested that the committee recommend to the City Cpuncil to continue to have Councilmember Ginny Black as our liaison in respect to her commitment and efforts and support of EQC. The recommendation was seconded by Bridget Jodell and all members agreed. Shane updated the committee on the environmental extra pages and the environmental calendar. \\City_ply\vol l\ENG\WTRQLTY\MINUTES\MTGSSNOV.DOC ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES MEETING NO. 55 PAGE THREE Councilmember Ginny Black mentioned that some residents have suggested that there might be a place within the Zachary Playfield area which would be appropriate for aqua scaping. It was suggested to create a sub -committee to work on developing this natural area utilizing aqua scaping and to contact Terry.Goodfellow-Heyer. It was suggested to have an early morning meeting and to initiate this project where a small portion of the Zachary Playfield area could be developed into a tall grass or prairie grass model for the City residents. EQC members asked Shane to set up the initial meeting for the sub- committee. Members consulted on the Global Action Proposal, Dave Shea mentioned that this is a good opportunity to build some partnership with the community, both with homeowners and corporates. He further stated that it would very nice to offer support this project. Chairperson Martin Frank suggested to attend their initial meeting on November 18, to evaluate their proposal and their method. At our next meeting we will decide on their proposed action plan. It was suggested to have the Annual Plan for 1997 and the Annual Report for 1996 available for review at our next meeting. The EQC requested to have the water plan available for their review at the December 10 meeting. Shane suggested that we should have at least half of the water plan available at the December 10 meeting for review. Shane updated the EQC members that Plymouth has been awarded the Wetland Management Plan Grant by the Board of Water and Soil Resources. Next meeting is scheduled for December 10, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. in the Hadley Lake Conference Room in the Engineering Department. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Minutes submitted by Shane Missaghi. \\City_ply\vol 1 \ENG\W TRQLTY\M W UTES\MTG55NOV. DOC MINUTES ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Meeting No. 56 Tuesday, December 10, 1996 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Chairperson Martin Frank, Mary McKee, Bridget Jodell, Rita O'Donnell, Bob Swanson and David Shea, Paul Liebman, and Council Member Ginny Black Others present: John Barten, Hennepin Parks, Staff Ex -officio Shane Missaghi Visitors: . Erika Urban, Terrie Christian and Kevin Christian from AMLAC. Minutes of Meeting No. 55 were missing, therefore they were postponed for approval until the next meeting, however, minutes of Meeting No. 54 were reviewed and approved. Shane and John Barten gave a brief presentation on Medicine Lake Clean Water Partnership Project and how Barr Engineering, representing Bassett Creek Watershed, has applied for a grant from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Phase I of the grant would last for 1997 and Phase H would include the following years. Mr. Barten explained that although we have applied for the grant, we have not officially been accepted. Shane gave an update and presentation on Kris Hageman's letter proposing our Second Annual Environmental Fair which might be held in conjunction with the Spring Science Fair held by School Districts. After discussion, Rita O'Donnell made a motion to recommend to City Council to support the Second Annual Environmental Fair by endorsing, participating, and providing both ECQ members and City staff support this project. Mary McKee seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously. The Aquascaping Sub -Committee presentation was provided. Members felt the name should be changed to Native and Aquatic Landscaping Committee. Rita O'Donnell gave an update on our December 10, 1996 7:30 a.m. meeting. She explained that the purpose of the sub- committee is to promote native planting around the City. There are many sites which the Parks Department has worked on. Councilmember Ginny Black summarized the goal of the sub -committee and the purpose of the sub -committee in a brief resolution to be presented to the City Council as a recommendation from the Environmental Quality Committee. The next meeting of the Native and Aquatic Landscaping Committee is set for January 16, 1997. at 7:15 a.m. A motion by Mary McKee and seconded by Bridgett Jodell was made to adopt a resolution provided by Councilmember Ginny Black to support the Native and Aquatic Landscaping Sub -committee's effort and goals, and it was unanimously passed. \\City_ply\vol l\ENG\WTRQLTY\MWUTES\MTG56DEC. DOC ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES MEETING NO. 56 PAGE TWO 1,-46 Chairperson Martin Frank gave a presentation on the Global Action Proposal. He mentioned that he has discussed the issue in depth with the Global Action representatives. Some issues still need to be discussed such as: • What do the Global Action representatives have to do in order to get the proposed funds? • When will the funds be available to them? Councilmember Ginny Black explained the procedures. Chairperson Martin Frank will get more information from the Global Action representatives. NEW BUSINESS Bridget Jodell related the concern of a City of Golden Valley's resident regarding lack of citizen input in the process of watershed management. After some discussion, some members volunteered to gather as much information as possible for Bridget that would explain the idea of watershed management and watershed organizations as well as their purposes and their goals. GENERAL DISCUSSION Councihnember Ginny Black asked if everyone had a chance to review the Water Plan as submitted. Due to the short notice, not everyone had adequate time to review the plan. John Barten shared some of his concerns, such as the need to correct all the names of the various agencies and offices referred to throughout the Water Plan. Some of the committee's general comments included that the Water Plan was easy to read and the Implementation Section was well done. There were some questions regarding the developed areas referred to in the Water Plan, and the fact that there are some controversial issues involving the Water Plan. There is a bit of confusion between the policies versus tasks, and some policies are redundant and too specific, for instance Page 51 which lists many of the same policies. In general, there were too many policies. The members also asked to be provided by a Table of Content to show what chapters they were currently looking at and reviewing. Also, we should indicate that we have specific problems rather then only indicating general problems. The Monitoring Section should change accordingly. The EQC Identified \\City_ply\vol l\ENG\WTRQLTY\MINUTES\MTG56DEC.DOC ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES MEETING NO. 56 PAGE THREE Issues Section needs more explanation or be deleted. Goals, policies, standards, techniques, and their definitions need to be clearly stated and all proposed techniques, policies, and goals need to be consistent with their definition. The next meeting was scheduled for January 14, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. A tentative schedule was set for January 6, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. to review the Water Plan. Our Annual Report was tentatively scheduled to be discussed at the first meeting of February. Plymouth Environmental Business Partnership was discussed and members were updated. Shane explained how the survey is being developed to be sent to various businesses to ask for their input. Paul made a motion to recommend to the City Council to allow the PEDP to continue its effort by sending out the survey to various businesses for their input. Mary McKee seconded the motion and it was unanimously passed. At the closing of the meeting, EQC members expressed their appreciation of a job well done by Chairperson Martin Frank. Everyone agreed that the meetings had been conducted in an efficient and effective manner. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Minutes submitted by Shahram Missaghi. \\City,ply\vo11kENG%WTRQLTY\MINUTES\MTG56DEC.DOC Minutes of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting December 12, 1996 Page 58 Present: Chair Anderson Commissioners Fiemann, Johnson, Priebe, Thompson, Wahl, Willegalle, Councilmember Wold, staff Abel, Bisek, Blank, and Pederson 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Anderson called the December meeting to order at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Willegalle and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to approve the minutes of the November meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes. 3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS a. Athletic Associations. None were present. b. Staff. Mary stated that Old Fashioned Christmas went well. The weather was very cooperative. This was our 10th year. This year we had a new Santa, because the former Santa moved. The Armstrong Chamber Singers went to Washington, DC, so they were unable to perform at Old Fashioned Christmas. They've been part of the program the last nine years. Mary estimated that 600 people attended. Warming houses open December 21. We are looking for attendants. Fire and Ice is coming up in February. Karol Greupner is in charge of this event. A sign up sheet for PRAC members to supervise the bonfire and s'mores was distributed. This year Fire and Ice will have theme. Staff is talking about the possibility of a new design for the Fire and Ice sweatshirt. Mary stated that the City is reviewing salary ranges for hiring part-time seasonal employees. The job market is very tight right now. We have what is essentially full employment in the Twin Cities. We may have to raise rates to attract people. Mary asked PRAC to be on the lookout for possible employees for us. Mary announced that staff is working on the next brochure. She had one update from last month. It appears that we will be running recreational soccer for New Hope/Plymouth. They will still do traveling. We accept children in the program at age 5, because we try to follow the age guidelines of national soccer. c. Others. None. PRAC Minutes/December 1996 Page 59 4. PAST COUNCIL ACTION- �l V a. The Council approved the basketball court location in Maple Creek Park. b. The Council approved the Armstrong agreement. c. The Council accepted the senior citizen needs analysis report. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ice arena/pool complex. Most of the metal roof is on, and the southerly wall is up. They expect to have building totally enclosed by December 20. Floor will then be heated. Planking for bleachers is in. After December 20, crew will begin putting in heating systems. It will be at least March before the ice is ready. Life Time is expected to open in May. We started a month behind them, but we will finish ahead of them. In a few more weeks, the facility may be ready to tour. b. West Medicine Lake Park update. The road is open to traffic, but the sidewalk that goes with the road and the parking bay are not ready yet. The project is shaping up into three phases. Second phase will be the new beach dredging, and the bridge. The bridge was designed to be turn of the century but will start with basic bridge and add the canopy portion later, maybe with our crew doing the work. Phase two will begin next week. They first have to reroute 120 feet of water line. Then they will start dredging the beach. The bridge is expected to be completed by late March. Phase three will be everything else, grading, last parking lot, picnic shelter, trails, sand volleyball, and children's playground. Consultants have been told to begin final grading plans. They will be at the January meeting, so PRAC can look at the plans. Director Blank would like to be out for bid in late March or early April on that work. By mid-May the rest of the work on the park could begin. Phase 2 & 3 budget is $600,000. Commissioner Johnson asked about the hard court. Director Blank said it cannot go where it was originally planned, because it's a flood plain. He stated that there may not be enough space to place a tennis court. The court will be a major issue. Ice fishing this winter is being discouraged on the west side. There will be open water in the area where fishermen have gone in the past. There is still auto access from east and north sides of the lake, but we have closed off access on the west side. People can still walk onto lake by parking in new parking lot, which is not paved or maintained at this time. c. Open space update. Director Blank stated that the first three sites were all single owner pieces and have all been acquired, but the fourth site had several owners. Seitzer's portion has been acquired. Stewart (now Gene Lewis is owner) and Johnson Bros. portions are on hold at this time. They are asking $150,000 for 13 acres of wetland. The City Council tabled this last acquisition. A subcommittee formed to review the situation, and the finance department did a fiscal analysis of the three million that was set aside for open space and trails. There is only $115,000 left in the account to purchase the last parcel. Subcommittee was afraid that if we proceeded with acquiring Johnson Bros. parcel on the south end, there would be no way to link sites together because of the site in the middle. Subcommittee has recommended that we not proceed with Johnson Bros. site, because it's not connected to the Stewart property. And it's PRAC Minutes/December 1996 Page 60j too much money to pay for swamp land. They advised staff to continue to negotiate for land from the north to the south and from the east to the west. d. Elm Creek Playfield update. Director Blank announced that the light towers have gone up. The school district is rebidding the installation of fencing in January. The work will commence in the spring. We now have grass on our soccer fields. The road project and bridge will be complete when school opens in September, but it's possible that some parts of the building may not be finished. e. Golf course. The City wrote off all assessments on golf courses until the time that they choose to connect to sewer for development purposes. The City has been working with Hollydale owners on a plat coming in north of the railroad tracks. The alignment of Holly Lane needs to be determined. f. East Medicine Lake Regional Trail update. This project is bogged down in details, housing issues, condemnations, etc. Only 200 feet of trail is at issue out of two miles. Director Blank expects that within 30 days some issues will be resolved. g. Ice arena behavior policies. Under the zero tolerance policy, no smoking or use of tobacco products by anyone under 18 was added. Arena personnel will verbally warn adults but will not ban them from building. A second addition to the zero tolerance policy is any form of weapons will not be tolerated. We want to convey an atmosphere that the building is friendly. Therefore we don't want too many signs telling people what they cannot do. Bill displayed a metal sign that will be in the lobby. This sign was manufactured by the Minnesota Ice Arena Managers Association and is in all rinks in the metro area. It contains 12 rules. Bill will attend hockey association meetings to inform them of the rules. Will expect to have rules reproduced and given to the kids. Commissioner Priebe questioned item 2 on the Welcome sign which discusses no tobacco, alcohol or drug products being permitted in the facility. What about a pack of cigarettes in someone's pocket? Bill explained that what they are trying to convey is no use of tobacco, alcohol or drug products in the building. Commissioner Priebe thinks that the sign should be amended to say no use of tobacco products or possession of alcohol or drugs. Commissioners asked if there was a rule against using foul language? Staff said that item is covered under the Disciplinary Action Program. Commissioner Priebe suggested adding abusive language and racial slurs to the rule on foul language and that some key phrases or words should be highlighted on the various signs, such as item 1 about people assuming all inherent risks and responsibilities, etc. Bill said additional signs will be in building in obvious places besides the Welcome sign that lists the rules. All of those other signs will be amended to include the new language. Bill feels that amending the metal Welcome sign would not be very economical, because this is a standard sign which hangs in every arena in the metropolitan area. Commissioner Johnson commented that eventually the Rollerblading folks will want the sign changed to say in-line skating. Commissioners asked about the City's right to search a person entering the building. Staff explained that police officers will be at the PRAC Minutes/December 1996 Page 61 entrance to do that sort of thing if the situation warrants. There will be two police on duty during all high school games. Councilmember Wold wanted to thank the commissioner who brought up the issue of weapons and also stated that he thought Bill did a great job with all the rules and policies. He also commented that he appreciated the work of this Commission. Chair Anderson wondered what is the definition of weapons besides the obvious guns and knives? What about hockey sticks off the ice? They could be used as a weapon. Commissioner Wahl commented that the blades on skates could be used as a weapon. Discussion continued on other things that could be considered weapons, until staff said they needed to keep it simple. Commissioner Priebe suggested that staff should run the language past the City's insurance company to make sure we are covered from liability as much as possible. Commissioner Wahl noticed in the Rules and Regulations that no one under 18 is allowed in penalty box or scoreboard areas. It was suggested that rule be changed to say "except for game participants" for clarity, etc. Staff indicated that the zero tolerance policy was also changed to say "any form of fighting" would not be tolerated. Previously, the rule read "any form of off -ice fighting." Staff explained that they feel it is very important to draw clear lines whenever possible when explaining the rules and regulations. The police will be asked to handle any situation where a law is being broken. Staff and the Commission concluded that you cannot define what a weapon is. Commissioner Priebe commented that error of omission is the greatest risk. Director Blank indicated that rules, regulations, and policies would all be amended based on suggestions made and would be available at the January meeting for adoption by PRAC. 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Director Blank discussed two individuals who approached him about a joint soccer/tennis facility. He will meet with them again in the near future. A double bubble is what they are looking at that would have four soccer fields that could be broken down into eight tennis courts. He explained to them that we already have plans in the works for a field house at the Elm Creek Playfield. Commissioner Wold asked if they had a time frame. Director Blank said sometime in 1997. The high school site is one possible location, but it might not be big enough for a double bubble. Another location would be 34th Avenue along the high hill. 7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION None. 8. STAFF COMMUNICATION Director Blank suggested that the Commission formally thank Chuck Lymangood, Dave Anderson and Nick Granath, members of the Council that are leaving office, for their past help and support. COMMISSIONER PRIEBE MADE A MOTION TO THANK RETIRING COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR THEIR LEADERSHIP AND SUPPORT WITH PROJECTS SUCH AS THE OPEN SPACE PROGRAM, WEST MEDICINE LAKE PARK, THE NEW WAYZATA HIGH SCHOOL/ELM CREEK PLAYFIELD PROJECT, THE JOINT AGREEMENT WITH LIFE TIME FITNESS, AND NUMEROUS OTHER PRAC Minutes/December 1996 Page 62 TRAIL AND PARK PROJECTS. COMMISSIONER JOHNSON SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED. Director Blank thanked the Commission for a great year and said he looks forward to working with them next year. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 17, 1996 MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Chairman Allen Ribbe, Commissioners Saundra Spigner, John Stoebner, Tim Bildsoe and Jeffrey Thompson MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Roger Berkowitz and Chairman Mike Stulberg STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barb Senness, Planner John Rask, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical Supervisor Denise Hutt 1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:06 p.m. 2. PUBLIC FORUM: 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Bildsoe to recommend approval of the November 19 and 26`h Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: No Items. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. THE ROTTLUND COMPANY, INC. (96140) Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced the request by The Rottlund Company, Inc. for a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment and Sketch Plan for senior rental and for -sale housing and office commercial uses for The Village of Bassett Creek located at the northwest corner of Highway 55 and Revere Lane. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the December 12, 1996 staff report. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #302 Commissioner Bildsoe asked why the City would want to approve removing 23 acres from commercial designation since the supply is running low on developable land, and there is less commercial than residential. He stated that there should be more land in northwest Plymouth available for residential than commercial. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that currently there is more commercial land available than residential. She stated that the City does not know how much land will be available for urban development in northwest Plymouth. The City has not done an overall land availability study for about 18 months, but will be looking at that relatively soon. Planning Supervisor Senness pointed out that the soils on the site are very bad and this type of use may be better suited for the site. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked if the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Department has approved the site for Section 202 Housing already. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the applicant has received commitment of funding from HUD. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked what the income levels would be for this type of housing program. Housing Supervisor Goldsmith replied that the income for a single person could not exceed $19,100 per year and for a couple it would be $21,850 per year. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked if the HUD approval allows the developer to lower the rents. Housing Supervisor Goldsmith explained that the HUD grant for the project provides an annual subsidy to the developer, which in turn subsidizes the tenant's rent. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked once the decision is made for Section 202 housing, does the building remain as such for the life of the project. Housing Supervisor Goldsmith replied the building will remain as senior housing. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Richard Palmiter, the petitioner. Mr. Palmiter explained the two different for -sale housing units. The Gable townhomes are row type housing with tuck under garages. The end units would have two car garages. Mr. Palmiter stated that they are able to achieve higher densities with these units. They are currently constructing similar units in Minnetonka across from the regional mall. The Village Homes are single family detached townhomes placed at an angle. Each unit would have two car garages. These homes would be similar to the cottage homes at Rockford Glen and are typically purchased by empty nesters. The Gable and Village homes units vary in price from $110,000 to $160,000. Mr. Palmiter stated that they have brought in Common Bond Communities for the senior housing building. This site is the only HUD choice for a Section 202 housing project in the Twin Cities area this year. The building will be a two-story partial brick building, with grade level parking and one stall per unit. There will be an office area along Highway 55 on the site for a possible two- story office building. Mr. Palmiter stated that they would probably spin this off to a commercial developer, as Rottlund does not specialize in commercial developing. Trail systems would be provided through the project and tie into the existing City trail system. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #303 Acting Chairman Ribbe asked if the developer of the Section 202 housing would be the same entity that would manage the units. Mr. Palmiter replied affirmatively. He also stated that Common Bond Communities used to be known as Westminister. Commissioner Bildsoe asked if the applicant is proposing city -owned roads through the development. Mr. Palmiter replied that their intention is for some private roads, as the site will be challenging as it has a lot of wetlands and they _will need some flexibility. Mr. Palmiter stated that they will work with the City regarding public versus private roads for the development. Acting Chairman Ribbe opened the public hearing. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Mr. Marshall Rappaport of 1044 Trenton Circle North. Mr. Rappaport stated his opposition for the plan as proposed because the density is too high. He stated that the congestion caused by the project would be detrimental to the area. Mr. Rappaport asked how the project will affect Trenton Ponds environmentally. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Mr. Jim Schurz of 1167 Trenton Circle North. Mr. Schurz stated that when he purchased his property he was told the site was zoned for commercial use, which would be low density, one level office buildings or a day care. Mr. Schurz stated that with a commercial building, it would be much quieter on the evenings and weekends. Mr. Schurz stated that 10`h Avenue gets a lot of traffic bypassing Highway 169 and Highway 55. He stated that anything built of high density will have to have a lot of pilings and good footings. Mr. Schurz commented that private streets are narrower and cause parking problems. He asked how the applicant would handle the overflow parking. Mr. Schurz commented that the site is close to Highway 55 and you can hear the traffic. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Mr. Paul Siegel of 1035 Nathan Lane. Mr. Siegel expressed concern over the environmental impact of the proposal. He stated that his company (Minter Weisman) owns 14 acres of undeveloped land. He stated his concern that if the proposal goes in as residential, they would have a harder time developing their land if they need to expand their company. Mr. Siegel asked if there would be a stop light at Revere Lane if it connects with 10`h Avenue. Acting Chairman Ribbe closed the public hearing. In response to density issues, Planning Supervisor Senness stated when looking at residential development, six to 12 units per acre are allowed. It is less than commercial development that could occur on this property. Director Hurlburt asked how the proposal would compare to the density in Trenton Ponds. Planning Supervisor Senness replied Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #304 that Trenton Ponds is guided LA -3. Mr. Rappaport stated that there are 56 units on 14 acres. Relating to environmental issues, Planning Supervisor Senness explained that staff at this point is looking at the Land Use Guide Plan Amendment. They will look at wetlands and runoff issues and how it would affect Trenton Ponds at the next level of review. If there are issues that arise, they will have to be dealt with. Director Hurlburt stated that at this point, staff doesn't know how many parking spaces the applicant will propose, or whether there will be private roads. Planning Supervisor Senness explained that this application is just the first step. The applicant would have to come back with other applications for the site, which would require another public hearing before the Planning Commission and then on to City Council. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked how long the site has been commercial. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that it has been zoned commercial for quite some time. She stated that staff have been discussing this particular proposal for almost a year informally. Director Hurlburt stated that the application was submitted about two and one-half months ago. She stated that the landowners were told correctly that the site is commercial, but a landowner can request a change. Mr. Palmiter stated that there are no good soils to be found on the entire site. He stated that it is evident that this type of development would permit a little bit of a break rather than have to correct the entire site. Mr. Palmiter stated that they would have to remove all the soil and replace with good soils. In response to traffic concerns, City Engineer Faulkner stated that the proposed guiding would produce significantly less traffic and spread it out over a longer period of the day. He stated that the applicant is not proposing to construct Revere Lane with this proposal. When Revere Lane is constructed, city staff would have to look at traffic levels to see if a traffic light is warranted. The intention is to build Oh Avenue to the west to get over to South Shore Drive, which would provide another outlet to and from the site. There is an intent to connect to 10`h Avenue, but it shouldn't cause a problem. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the new ordinance requires two and one-half parking spaces per unit. For those units that have one garage, the driveway could be used if it is of sufficient length. She stated that the applicant would need additional areas for overflow parking, and would have to designate that on the Site Plan when they submit it. Director Hurlburt stated that if the Land Use Guide Plan Amendment is not approved, this proposal will not move forward. In response to Mr. Siegel's concern, Planning Supervisor Senness stated that their business is already located in the area, and anyone purchasing a home would be aware that there are other industrial buildings in the area. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #305 Commissioner Spigner asked why the Commission is considering this change when properties were looked at through the proposed zoning ordinance, and it was decided at that time that it should be limited business and commercial business. Director Hurlburt stated that the current guiding is CL, and the property will continue to be limited business now or Commercial Office. She explained that staff did not study properties to see if they should be changed, but rather put them into a similar district for the use that they are currently. Property owners were told if they wanted a change, they would need to apply for a change, as is the case with this application. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Bildsoe recommending approval of a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment for The Rottlund Company, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Revere Lane. Commissioner Thompson stated that he supports the application, as it is a good and exciting development for senior housing, with excellent transition of housing. By putting in commercial it helps maintain the commercial along Highway 55. Acting Chairman Ribbe stated his intention to support the application, as it fills a need for senior housing that is evident in the City. He concurred with Commissioner Thompson that it provides good transition. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. B. AMERICAN PORTABLE TELECOM (APT), REPRESENTED BY CELLULAR REALTY ADVISORS (96167) Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced the request by APT, American Portable Telecom, represented by Cellular Realty Advisors for a Site Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit to place a 130 -foot high telecommunications tower at the Plymouth Middle School Playfield located at 10011-36`h Avenue North. Planner Rask gave an overview of the December 11, 1996 staff report and submitted a revised resolution adding Condition #6. Commissioner Bildsoe asked what would happen if the applicant wants to extend beyond the 130 feet. Planner Rask replied that the applicant would have to come back to the City with another application. Planner Rask commented that as providers add additional antennas, they typically should come down in height. Commissioner Bildsoe asked if this is a desirable site, or are there other sites that would fit the applicant's need. Planner Rask replied that APT is a new company in the area and looking to establish service along with Sprint. He explained that this site has the benefit of being close to Highway 169. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #306 Commissioner Spigner asked if other school systems have approved antennas for their school sites. Planner Rask replied that Minnetonka has looked at it. Commissioner Spigner asked why the applicant would choose a school site. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Peter Heimdahl, of Cellular Realty Advisors, representing the applicant. Mr. Heimdahl thanked staff for their informative recommendation and noted that on page two of the staff report, paragraph one, it should read three equipment cabinets instead of two. Mr. Heimdahl stated that digital technology provides better voice quality. He explained that they supply a smart card which is a credit card with a computer chip, that allows the person to call from anyone's portable cell phone, and the call will be billed directly to the card user. Mr. Heimdahl stated that the site was picked because of the location and the site fits into the network for the coverage. Mr. Heimdahl presented a computer imaging picture of the site depicting what the tower would look like. Mr. Heimdahl stated that they are currently looking at a school site in Eagan and that they have a number of towers on park sites. Commissioner Spigner asked the applicant if they have any towers currently on a school site. Mr. Heimdahl replied negatively. Commissioner Spigner stated that she is not comfortable with a tower being located on a school site, and asked if the applicant had considered the water tower in New Hope located on 26`h Avenue. Mr. James Lee of APT replied that they looked at a number of locations and approached the City of New Hope regarding the use of the water tower, but did not get a response from the City. Mr. Lee stated that the school location is ideal to blend into the surrounding neighborhood. Commissioner Spigner asked how the school district felt about having an antenna on the property. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Jim Dahle, representing the school district. Mr. Dahle stated that the school district was approached by two other phone companies, and the land is owned by the City and leased by the school district. Mr. Dahle stated that discussions took place between the school district, City Manager and City staff. The school district and the City will share proceeds from the lease. Acting Chairman Ribbe asked if the school district has any safety concerns. Mr. Dahle replied negatively. Director Hurlburt stated that the Parks Director has been involved with this, and has no issues or problems. Mr. Heimdahl stated that the ordinance addresses co -location on towers. He stated that they have been approached by US West and Sprint, as they are also interested in the site. Commissioner Bildsoe asked the applicant how many more times they would be back before the Commission with an application. Mr. Heimdahl replied that they are looking at two more sites - both are NSP substation sites. Commissioner Stoebner asked if the water tower site in New Hope would fulfill the same needs as the proposed site. Mr. Lee replied that with the water tank they would have to Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #307 locate the antenna on top of the tank. Commissioner Stoebner asked if it's the City's position to encourage water towers. Director Hurlburt replied that the ordinance addresses antennas and encourages placement on water towers, as it would not require a conditional use permit. Planning Supervisor Senness asked the applicant about the possibility of Sprint and US West co -locating on the water tower in New Hope. Mr. Lee stated that the antennas would probably have to be at a different level or a different position on the water tower. Commissioner Spigner stated that the tower would be intrusive to a possible residential area for the property surrounding Plymouth Oaks. Director Hurlburt noted that most of that land is wetland, but that there could be some potential land developed for residential. Commissioner Spigner asked if there were any existing poles, such as the proposed already in Plymouth. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that there is an antenna that is approximately 100 to 110 feet located by the Radisson on Highway 55 and I-494. Director Hurlburt noted that during staff's research, they saw many examples where towers were added to light towers in ball diamonds or parking lots. Mr. Heimdahl stated that the existing poles at Plymouth Middle School appear to be about 50 feet high. Acting Chairman Ribbe opened the public hearing. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Norb Weimholt of 10010-36`h Place North. Mr. Wimholt stated that he realizes that towers are being erected all over the country, but most are opposed due to health reasons. Mr. Weimholt stated that some believe radio waves can be harmful over a long period of time. Mr. Wimholt stated that the proposed location is one of the most dense in Plymouth, and that the applicant should consider a different location such as French Park. Mr. Weimholt asked if the school district would go along with the application if they weren't going to receive revenue from it. Mr. Weimholt asked who has the right to place antennas on sites. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced John Hanso of 10020-36`h Place North. Mr. Hanso declined to speak. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Mr. Dave Hagen of 10715-39`h Avenue North. Mr. Hagen stated that he is an employee of Sprint Spectrum and has children that attend Plymouth Middle School and Armstrong High School. Mr. Hagen stated that this site is an excellent location for this type of antenna as schools have large structures and ballfields with lights on poles. The antenna will be consistent and harmonious with the area. Mr. Hagen stated that Sprint Spectrum recently received approval with the City of Mendota Heights and currently working with the Roseville School District to place antennas on their school sites. Mr. Hagen stated that Sprint Spectrum has done studies on if antennas towers negatively affect property values. They researched areas in Golden Valley, New Hope, and Stillwater and found there was very little affect on property values. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #308 J Acting Chairman Ribbe closed the public hearing. Mr. Heimdahl stated in that 1995, the FCC auctioned off two broad band spectrums for PCS technology. For this particular technology there were two successful bidders - APT and Sprint. A company has to apply to the FCC in order to be licensed and to operate. Mr. Heimdahl stated that the school district is comfortable with the safety aspects, and are interested in the proceeds from the tower. He stated that they are tightly controlled by the FCC and they consider this a safe technology. A tower generates 500 to 600 watts, base unit generates 25 watts, which is less than what you receive from a microwave oven. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner to recommend approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment to allow installation of a monopole tower and related ground equipment for wireless communication services at Plymouth Middle School located at 10011-36`h Avenue North. Commissioner Spigner stated that she, would not vote in favor of the application due to it being proposed in a residential area. She stated that the City needs to set up a subcommittee to study antennas further and where they should be allowed. Commissioner Thompson stated that he is familiar with health hazards and reports and that there is no proof or evidence of towers causing health problems. He stated that there is no grounds for denial, and that it is not a bad thing for the school to receive the revenue. Commissioner Thompson suggested co -location for towers for aesthetic purposes. Commissioner Bildsoe stated that it was unfortunate that the City of New Hope did not respond to the applicant's request. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 4-1 Vote. (Commissioner Spigner voted nay.) Acting Chairman Ribbe called a" recess at 8:45 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. 7. OLD BUSINESS A. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 281 (96120) Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced the request by the Independent School District 281 for an Amended Conditional Use Permit to change an approved resolution to permit Cooper High School events at Armstrong High School athletic stadium in the event an emergency renders Cooper's stadium not useable. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #309 Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the December 10, 1996 staff report. She stated that under new zoning ordinance this area would become public institutional which would require a Site Plan Amendment instead of a Conditional Use Permit, but the conditions would be the same. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Jim Dahle, representing the petitioner. Mr. Dahle stated that the school district has met with City staff and requested a postponement to meet and address issues of the neighborhood. He stated that they are prepared to meet with their engineer and change the lighting to meet the standard. Acting Chairman Ribbe read a letter dated December 17, 1996 from R. Berglund of 10620-34`h Avenue North. In her letter, Ms. Berglund stated that the residents who live near the Armstrong stadium should be able to experience at lease one year of compliance to the conditions in Resolution 94-511 before an amendment is even considered. Ms. Berglund stated her concern with the school violating conditions #11, 12, 13, and 16 of Resolution 94-511. Ms. Berglund stated in her letter that the Commission should not recommend approval of the amendment to the Conditional Use Permit. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Denis Biagini, principal at Armstrong High School. Mr. Biagini stated that the parking signs are in cooperation with the Plymouth police department. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the "no parking" signs is the City's responsibility to place on the site. Mr. Biagini stated that the school district will be retesting the lighting. The school district is working on rule regarding stopping time and timeouts that prolong the football games. The school will begin football games at 7:00 p.m. next year. Mr. Biagini stated that the boosters will be cleaning up after the games and will try to meet the 10:00 p.m. deadline. They will also limit playing music to 15 minutes before games, and will test the noise level, but noted that the wind has a lot to do with how noise travels. Commissioner Stoebner commented that one of the complaints was that the speakers were directed to the residential areas. Mr. Biagini stated that the speaker in question has been redirected and the sound system will be tested. MOTION by Commissioner Stoebner, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Independent School District 281 for property located at 10635-36`h Avenue North. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Spigner to add Condition #7 stating that no music shall be played on the public address system prior to 15 minutes before the first event and no music after the last event. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend 5 ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996f Page #310 Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. B. SPRINT SPECTRUM, L.P. (96160) Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced the request by Sprint Spectrum, L.P. for a Site Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit to place a 140 -foot high telecommunications tower and related ground phone equipment at Hampton Hills Golf Course, located at 5313 Juneau Lane North. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the December 9, 1996 staff report. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Gary Gandrud, representing the petitioner. Mr. Gandrud stated that Sprint is going to locate antennas on three Plymouth water towers, and this is a fourth site. Mr. Gandrud stated that if the City of New Hope lifts their moratorium, they could locate on their water tower, if not, they would be looking at co - locating with APT at the Plymouth Middle School site. Mr. Gandrud presented a photo simulation of the tower on the site. Commissioner Thompson asked when the moratorium ends in New Hope. Mr. Gandrud replied March 1, 1997. Mr. Gandrud stated that they intend to launch their system in March, 1997. Acting Chairman Ribbe stated that the public hearing on the item was previously closed, but that he would reopen the public hearing for limited comments. Acting Chairman Ribbe read a petition signed by 17 individuals in opposition to the tower. Acting Chairman Ribbe also acknowledged receipt of a letter dated December 12, 1996 from Bruce Banister of 5340 Vicksburg Lane North stating his opposition to the proposal. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Bruce Banister of 5340 Vicksburg Lane North. Mr. Banister stated that he is opposed to the tower going into the golf course, as that is surrounded by residential. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced James Lee of APT. Mr. Lee declined to comment. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Shari Hanson of 5565 Juneau Lane. Ms. Hanson stated that she bought her property for the view and that she pays high taxes. Ms. Hanson stated her opposition to the tower, as it would devaluate her property. She questioned where the studies were done that Mr. Hagen referred to. She asked if they were in low or middle income areas. She asked how would towers affect property in a higher income area, and if the City of Plymouth wants to have towers dotting its City. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Roger Schroeder of 5565 Juneau Lane. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #311 Mr. Schroeder stated his opposition to the proposal and concurred with Ms. Hanson's comments. Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced Steve Weld of 5605 Juneau Lane. Mr. Weld stated the proposal is intrusive to the surrounding area. He stated that he bought his property to look at trees, not a tower. Acting Chairman Ribbe closed the public hearing. In response to Ms. Hanson's question regarding the property value studies, Mr. Hagen stated that the studies were done near existing water tower antennas in Golden Valley, south of Medicine Lake Road, east of Highway 169. Three towers located in New Hope near the northwest quadrant of Winnetka Avenue and 36`h Avenue and in the western portion of Stillwater. Neighborhoods were different in terms of property values ranging from $110,000 to $170,000. He stated that the results of the neighborhoods were the same, with no impact of discern being located near a tower. Director Hurlburt asked the applicant to show on the map where the antennas would be placed. Mr. Eugene Sigel, representing the petitioner pointed out where they plan to place the antennas in Plymouth and surrounding cities. He explained that the colors on the map show the signal strengths from green being the highest for receiving signals then to yellow, red and blue being the weakest. Commissioner Bildsoe asked if the other site the Commission asked them to look into was not chosen because of the proximity of the water tank site on Highway 55 that the applicant intends to place an antenna. Mr. Sigal agreed that it was one of the reasons, but more so because of how high the topography is. By shifting the site they couldn't provide acceptable coverage for some areas. Commissioner Bildsoe asked about the possibility of picking a site to the east, near the commercial area. Mr. Sigal replied that if they move further east, it would cause a gap in coverage for another year. Commissioner Thompson asked what landscaping is proposed. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the applicant would install a six-foot high chain link fence around the perimeter. Director Hurlburt commented that the base would not be seen at the site because of the existing trees. Tim Dean, representing the petitioner stated that they will be putting up pillars to protect the tower along the west side. Commissioner Bildsoe asked if APT has something in mind for this area also. Mr. Sigal responded that Sprint has not been approached to co -locate for this site. He stated that there will be certain sites that will overlap and that they can co -locate, but there will be other areas that they can't. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #312 Commissioner Thompson asked if there was any effort being made by the carriers to co - locate on sites. Mr. Terry Hanna, representing the petitioner replied that Sprint has entered into master lease agreements with most of the local carriers (AT&T, APT, One Comm., Next Tell) and have made efforts with Air Touch or U S West Cellular and US West PCS (not yet granted a license). Commissioner Thompson commented that the applicant should be prepared to address how many future applications they intend to have before the item goes to City Council. Mr. Hanna stated that Sprint is trying to promote co -location and to be locate on water towers. He stated that other competitors use a different type of technology and coverage is different. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the ordinance does have a condition for co -location. Commissioner Spigner asked if Hampton Hills would not have agreed to this, what would have been their alternative plan. Mr. Sigal replied that they really don't have an alternative plan because they need this site in order to make coverage work for the entire area. Director Hurlburt asked the applicant if this site didn't work out would they have to relocate the other sites or move off the water tower into another freestanding tower. Mr. Sigal responded affirmatively. Mr. Hanna stated that they don't want to have to build a new structure, as they have all of the other sites, and need this one for the level of service they need. Mr. Sigal stated that in a typical ring, they have more than one site picked, but in this ring it is located in an area that is impossible to find a back up because of the proximity of the water towers. MOTION by Commissioner Stoebner, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment to allow installation of a monopole tower and related ground equipment for wireless communication services at Hampton Hills Golf Club located at 5313 Juneau lane North and adding a condition that the applicant shall promote co -location. Commissioner Thompson commented that there were no facts presented on devaluating property values, other than those presented by petitioner. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 4-1 vote. (Commissioner Spigner voted nay.) CSI.ICi]"AWM' Z iX61WPL#"!- A Acting Chairman Ribbe introduced the request by Town and County Homes, Inc. for a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment from CS (Commercial Service)/C (Commercial) to LA -3 (High -Medium Density Residential/Living Area 3) and Sketch Plan for a 159 -unit townhome community located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Dunkirk Lane. Planning Commission Minutes December 17, 1996 Page #313 Planning Supervisor Senness noted that the applicant requested the item be table to January 14, 1996, but the City is requesting tabling the item to January 28, 1996. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Bildsoe to table the item to January 28, 1996. 8. NEW BUSINESS Director Hurlburt stated her thanks to Commissioners Bildsoe and Spigner for their service and wished them well on the City Council. Commissioner Thompson stated that it has been a pleasure serving with both Commissioners Bildsoe and Spigner. Commissioner Stoebner and Acting Chairman Ribbe concurred. Commissioner Bildsoe asked if the Commission could direct staff to discuss with the applicant about the possibility of approaching the City of New Hope after March 1 about placing the antennas on their water tower. Director Hurlburt replied that the City is obligated to decide on their application before March 1, 1997. MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Bildsoe to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 p.m. ; Lo" Plymouth Human Rights Commission January 2,1997 Minutes Present: Howard Sigal, Laurie Levi, Mitzi Heath, Councilmember Tim Wold, Assistant City Manager Kathy Lueckert Excused: Jeff Richards, Jackie Fraedrich Absent: Claudelle Carruthers, Harvey Guttmann Vacancies: Ward 2, Districts 284, 270, 279 Call to Order Howard Sigal called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved with the following additions: letter from Jeff Richards, Bias Crime report, League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions (LMHRC) correspondence. Approval of Minutes The November 1996 minutes were approved as presented. Order of the Day Kathy Lueckert reported that Sheri Bezdicek, from SHARC, will speak at the February meeting on fair housing issues. Ed Goldsmith, the city's Housing Supervisor, also will attend to discuss housing initiatives in Plymouth. Old Business Calendar of Events. Howard Sigal reviewed the rolling calendar of events. Human Rights Award Report. Howard Sigal reported that the first award was given to Annette Malinksy Sandler, and that the City Council and those watching were most impressed with the first award recipient. Random Acts of Kindness. Howard Sigal reported that he and Sara Cwayna have been discussing this project via voice mail. Howard Sigal will work with Sara Cwayna to develop a work plan. It is anticipated that the Crime and Fire Prevention Fund will contribute $500, the city may contribute $500, and the remainder of the $3,500 needed will be sought from Plymouth businesses. Mitzi Heath suggested that the students who attended the recent workshop be involved with this program. Regional Workshop Update. Mitzi Heath reported that she has received survey evaluation responses from 23 students and teachers. This is a good response rate from the 100 attendees. Most attendees wanted more time in small groups to discuss human rights activities in schools. Nearly all reported that they would attend another workshop. Mitzi Heath stated that she is working with Marion Hellend to plan another workshop, probably in April 1997, and another in the fall. The Commission discussed the possibilities of having students appointed to the HRC to represent the school districts in Plymouth, since teacher/administrator appointments have not been successful (with one exception, Robbinsdale 281). The Commission will discuss this further at the February meeting. Kathy Lueckert reported that there is nothing in the city code or HRC by-laws which would preclude student appointments. New Business First Quarter Planning. Howard Sigal will speak with Jeff Richards about writing a letter to the Sun Sailor about Martin Luther King Day. The Commission asked that discussion of a community education plan be placed on the February agenda, as well as discussion of a quarterly newsletter to be mailed to the network mailing list. In addition, the HRC wishes to discuss the formation of a speaker's bureau. The Random Acts of Kindness program may be launched in the April -May time frame, to allow time to involve students. Bias Crime Report. Kathy Lueckert distributed copies of a bias crime report from the Police Department. A tenant garage was vandalized with racist graffiti; the garage was used by an African-American tenant. The crime appears to have been reported by the apartment management. Mitzi Heath will make contact. LMHRC Event. The LMHRC is sponsoring an idea exchange on Saturday, January 18 at Golden Valley City Hall. The cost is $6, and includes lunch. 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Your letter also transmitted a resolution from the City Council asking that the League consider contributing more toward the travel costs of League Board members to State and National conferences. For your review, I have included a copy of the Board's policy dealing with expense reimbursement which, as you will see, does permit reimbursement for at least partial expenses for most activities. It may also be of interest to note that the League of Minnesota Cities is somewhat unique in this regard; very few other Leagues reimburse expenses for Board members under any conditions. The above notwithstanding, this obviously is a policy determined by the League's Board of Directors. By copy of this letter, I am transmitting Plymouth's request in the event that the Board would like to reconsider the existing policy. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention and, again, thank you for your ongoing support of the League of Minnesota Cities. Sincerely, James F. Miller Executive Director cc: Board of Directors AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER II"l LMBGINS�LIP,T�InE COMMISSION The Municipal Legislative Commission (MLC) cordially invites you to attend the Thirteenth Annual MLC Legislative Dinner Wednesday, January 29, 1997 6:30 p.m. Social Hour 7:30 p.m. Dinner/Program Decathlon Athletic Club 1700 East 79th Street Bloomington, Minnesota Please RSVP to Jennifer Peterson at 228-9757 Legislative dinners will be paid for by member cities r, 1h CITY OF PLYMOUTR FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Mary Bisek, 509-5220 Plymouth Recreation Supervisor Rick Busch selected for Hall of Fame Recreation Supervisor Rick Busch will be honored by the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association (USSSA) on Jan. 18. Busch will be among seven individuals inducted into the Minnesota USSSA's Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be held at the Best Western Northwest Inn in Brooklyn Park. Busch, who be inducted in the director category, will be honored for his 19 years of service as an administrator and promoter of softball leagues and tournaments. He has worked for the City of Plymouth for 17 years. As Recreation Supervisor, Busch administers the City of Plymouth's summer and fall softball leagues. Each year more than 200'teams participate in city -sponsored leagues. Busch has also helped organize many regional, state and divisional and world tournaments. Jim Kapplehoff of the City of Blaine's Recreation Department nominated Busch for the honor. In addition to administering Plymouth's well-respected softball program, Busch's extensive softball resume, includes stints as a player, umpire, league director, manager and tournament organizer. He also served as chairman of the State Softball Rules Committee for five years. Others included in the 1996 class of inductees are: Stu Alexander (Minnetonka); Gary Jost (Oakdale); Al Snow (Brooklyn Park); Ron Steiner (White Bear Lake); John Strangis (Burnsville); and Monty Stubler (Excelsior). To recognize their achievements, inductees will receive a plaque and Hall of Fame ring. -30- PLYMOUTH A Reuutilul',Plaie'Io Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 For Immediate Release January 7, 1997 CITY OF PLYMOUTFF Contact: Craig Gerdes, 509-5161 New Law Permits Community Notification in Some Sex Offender Cases Due to a new state law, local law enforcement officials and citizens will have more information about released sex offenders planning to move to their community. The Community Notification and Registration Act went into effect on Jan. 1. Under the law, the State Department of Corrections will notify local police when certain released sex offenders plan to move into its jurisdiction. In some cases, the local police also have the authority to release information to the public that was previously classified as private. "Sex offenders have always lived in our communities, but it was not until this law was passed that law enforcement agencies were allowed to share where they were living," said Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes. Although this legislation will not apply to all sexual offenders, it will enable law enforcement to to locate and be aware of activities of many offenders. "The intent of the new law is to create an informed community, one that has developed constructive plans to prepare itself and its children for the offender's release. The intent is not to increase fear. We believe that an informed community is a safer community," Gerdes added. Gerdes emphasizes that abuse of released information to threaten, intimidate or harass registered offenders will not be tolerated and may constitute a criminal act. "Such abuse could potentially revoke law enforcement's ability to share information with the community. Sex offenders derive their power through secrecy. Repeal of this legislation would again enable sex offenders to maintain their anonymity," he said. PLYMOUTH A Beaulilid'Plaie'Tv Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PI Ymni ITH MINIKIPCOTA rrA47.1dR') . TGI Cpunnic c. .-rn rr�..� How the Law Works Prior to a sex offender's release, a committee of experts at the state level will meet to review the offender's record and discuss the risk the offender poses to the public. The offender will be assigned a risk level which reflects his or her potential to re -offend. The Department of Corrections will send information about the offender to the law enforcement agency having primary jurisdiction over the area in which the offender plans to reside. State statute and the offender's risk level will determine whether the local police will be able to release information to the public. LEVEL I: LOW RISK Law enforcement may notify: • Other law enforcement agencies. 0 Any victim(s) of or witness(es) to the offense committed by the offender. LEVEL II: MODERATE RISK Law enforcement may notify: • Level I notifications. • Schools and daycare centers. • Establishments and organizations that primarily serve individuals likely to be victimized by the offender. LEVEL III: HIGH RISK Law enforcement may notify: • Level I and II notifications. • Other members of the community whom the offender is likely to encounter such as Neighborhood Watch Groups, churches, and apartment communities. What You Can Do To help make communication between the Police Department and citizens more effective, neighborhoods are encouraged to form Neighborhood Watch Groups. It is one of the most successful tools the Police Department has to communicate with citizens. For more information on the Sex Offender Community Notification and Registration Act, call the Investigative Division at 509-5192. If you are interested in learning more about the Plymouth Police Department's Crime Prevention Programs, call 509-5198. Gray Freshwater Center Hwys.15 & 19, Navarre Mail: 2500 Shadywood Road Excelsior, MN 55331-9578 Phone: (612) 471-0590 Fax: (612) 471-0682 Email: admin@mnwatershed.org Web Site: www.mnwatershed.org Board of Managers: John E. Thomas President Pamela G. Blixt Vice President Monica Gross Secretary Thomas W. LaBounty Treasurer C. Woodrow Love Thomas Maple, Jr. Malcolm Reid District Office: Eugene R. Strommen District Director Suzanne M. Weedman Asst. District Director ®Printed on recycled paper containing at least 3r. post consumer waste. Minneha TO: FROM: RE: DATE: ik Creek PS Watershed District roving Quality of Water, Quality of Life i (; w Mayors and City Planners within the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Woodrow Love, MCWD Board of Managers Wetland Informational Discussion January. 2, 1997 I am pleased to invite you to an upcoming panel discussion sponsored by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District titled "Wetlands: Past, Present and Future". We will be discussing regulation issues, conservation programs and many other important issues facing governmental regulators today. The discussion will be held at the Gray Freshwater Center in Navarre on January 16. 1997 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. The panel will consist of representatives from the Department of Natural Resources, the Board of Water and Soil Resources, the Army Corps of Engineers, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the Minnesota Audubon Society. Following the discussion, there will be an opportunity for individuals to have their wetland related questions answered by the panel. If you wish to attend, please R. S. V. P. on or before January 14"', 1997 to Marleane Callaghan at 471-0590. Thank you. Call the AMM with your city's Legislative Contact reps. Page 2 AMM President Tom Egan looks forward to a proactive year. Page 4 AMM determines its legislative priorities. Page 5 Curt Johnson, chair of the Metro- politan Council, discussed the proposed Growth Management Stategy Plan at the AMM Policy Adop- tion Meeting held Nov. 14. Board member Terry Schneider (Minnetonka councilmember) looks on. Curt Johnson addresses member cities at Policy Adoption Meeting 64Wa simply cannot afford the (develop- ment) pattern we've been on for the last 40 years." This was the message Curt Johnson, chair of the Metropolitan Council, had for representatives from about 40 AMM member cities at the Policy Adoption Meeting held Nov. 14 at the Ramada Inn in St. Paul. "This is a mindset shift for everyone,". Johnson added. "We chased growth with infrastructure — if we keep doing that we'll have property taxes people can't pay and congestion people don't want." Johnson said the Met Council will focus on several goals as it works with communities to imple- ment a new Growth Management Strategy: ♦ Establish a long-term growth boundary. ♦ Identify urban reserves. ♦ Make a stronger rural policy. ♦ -Support the introduction of stronger land use controls. ♦ Use current tools to promote reinvestment at the core. ♦ Establish a serious commit - Policy Meeting • page 3 January 1997 Vol, it, No. 47 Legislative Contacts: The AMM needs you! uilding a rapport with legislators is essen- tial to a successful lobbying effort, so once again, the AMM is gearing up its legislative contact system for the 1997 Session. If you haven't done so already, all member city managers/administra- tors are asked to please call the AMM at 215-4000 to confirm who your city's legisla- tive contact represen- tatives will be. When you call, please indicate a fax and phone number for each individual. We would encourage new persons to volunteer. Welcome newlyelected! Cities may have multiple contacts, but we must have at least one volunteer per city. The board developed the legislative contact sys- tem for two primary reasons: To keep MM members The AMM would like to welcome all newly elected officials who assume their seats this January! If you haven't done so al- ready, we would encourage cit- ies to please remember to con- tact us with changes of elected officials, clerks, managers or department heads. Also, please let us know of any address, telephone or fax changes. This will help us keep our records accurate. IN] involved in the legislative pro- cess and to improve the overall AMM lobbying effort. The responsi- bilities of a legislative contact are not time consuming, but their work is invaluable. At least one elected official or staff member from each member city is needed to serve as legislative con- tacts between the AMM, the municipality and local legislators regarding metro interests. The contacts interact with the AMM and the city's senators and representa- tives during the early stages of the legislative session, and during the later stages when bills and legislation are finalized. The contacts will receive a broadcast fax from the AMM contact coordinator, Cheryl Budewitz. The contacts then contact their senators and representa- tives to express the AMM perspective. p President Tom Egan (Eagan mayor) makes a few remarks at the Policy Adoption Meeting. Page 2 January 1997 Pat Scott, chair of the Transportation & General Government Committee and Minneapolis councilmember, presents her committee's policies at the Policy Adoption Meeting. President Tom Egan listens intently. Policy meeting/Membership ratifies 1997 policies From page 1 ment to building a better transit service. ♦ Challenge the partnership of the Livable Communities Act with local governments. "We'll need an episode of political courage for this to happen," Johnson said. "But together we can get this done." In Other Business The AMM membership ratified the official legislative policy agenda for 1997. Highlights of this year's policies include: ♦ An expanded set of prop- erty tax reform principles to more clearly state the city position and provide maxi- mum flexibility in discussing and suggesting modification to the various anticipated property tax.reform propos- als. ♦ Support of the LMC initia- tive to protect city public right- of-way authority. ♦ A more proactive position stance calling for fewer re- strictions and greater support of TIF as the main tool for promotion of economic devel- opment and redevelopment in the state. ♦ Support of increased funding for rehabilitation and restoration of existing hous- ing to preserve the supply of affordable housing. ♦ Strong encouragement for the Met Council to provide flexibility in growth option planning while developing responsible tools to guide growth in the metro area, as well as methodology to pre- vent unplanned leap -frog growth outside the seven county area. ♦ Strengthened AMM sup- port for additional transporta- tion funding, including both highway and transit, and support for local authority to assess road access charges on new development for impacted collector streets that are not assessable directly to the project. 0 January 1997 Page 3 President's Corner By: Tom Egan he Legislative Policy Adoption Meeting held this fall was a tremendous success. It was good to see many AMM communities ably represented. The direction given by the membership was clear and undoubtedly will mean very active involve- ment by the AMM this legislative session. . Listening to the legislature should grant municipalities the flexibility to levy back reductions in state transfer payments. Any such reform should be phased in over a period of years so that it causes the least amount of hardship to cities. Such reform could have a TOM EGAN Curt Johnson report on the Metropolitan Council's Growth Management Plan is of great interest to our organi- zation. Property tax reform contin- ues to remain a dominant issue with the AMM this legislative session. At this early stage, it is unclear what legislative proposals may be made regarding property tax reform. The AMM will con- tinue to oppose levy limits and any form of a levy freeze. A property tax freeze merely covers up the problem and avoids true reform. If mean- ingful discussion occurs regarding property tax reform, severe impact on TIF districts and local govern- ment aids. TIF districts should be held harmless in this reform process. Local government aids should not be unreason- ably cut. The Metropolitan Council's Growth Management Plan is being watched with a keen eye by the AMM. At an AMM Board meeting held this month, a response to the Metropolitan Council's Growth Management Plan was adopted. Tremendous credit must be extended to the Metropolitan Agencies Committee chaired by AMM Board member Terry Schneider, which formulated the response. This response is thoughtful, comprehensive and provocative. The concept Corner • page 5 r '1- 7 e Legislative Coordinating Committee recommends AMM's 1997 policy priorities This year at the capitol, AMM staff will focus much time on four primary poli- cies. The Legislative Coordinating Committee (LCC), chaired by AMM Vice President Jim Prosser and comprised of committee chairs and the executive board, met in mid-Decem- ber to recommend the AMM policy priorities. They are: ♦ Property tax reform; ♦ State mandates (oppose); ♦ Preservation and enhancement of Tax Increment Financing (TIF); and ♦ Growth Management Plan/implementation. The Board of Directors will consider the committee's recommendation on Jan. 9. The committee based its decision on recom- mendations made by the membership at the Policy Adoption Meeting in November. The membership had also placed high priority on transportation funding and public rights-of-way. However, the LCC decided that since the League of Minnesots Cities (LMC) is leading the effort with respect to public rights-of-way and has hired contract lobbyists to follow the issue, it is unnecessary for the AMM to duplicate the LMC's work. As far as transportation funding, it is unlikely any progress will be made in this critical area. The AMM will keep a close eye on this issue should it surface. p Corner/AMM will keep eye on tax reform, growth options From page 4 of urban reserve and urban growth boundary have been adopted, but not necessarily in the exact form prescribed within the Growth Manage- ment Plan. While the AMM response supports the Met Council's goal of increasing densities, it believes that the proposed tools must be used judiciously to avoid deleteri- ous consequences. Local control is a vital component of the AMM response. Revital- ization of the urban core is considered critical. In a num- ber of respects, implementa- tion of the Livable Communi- ties Act will work hand in glove with the Growth Man- agement Plan. Since this plan impacts many counties out- side the traditional seven - county metro area, a system of management implementa- tion is necessary. As the AMM clearly indicates, trans- portation will be a critical land use shaper. The cost of new growth on the "fringe" or "margin" should largely be born by that new develop- ment. Curt Johnson and Met Council staff are likely to take their Growth Management Plan on the road. Currently, a bus tour of metro mayors, staff members and critical legislators is being planned for late January 1997 to review areas of redevelop- ment. This tour likely will include review of successful, affordable housing projects in suburban areas of the metro area. To be successful in the implementation of their growth plan, the Met Council must certainly take the initia- tive. The AMM must be an integral player in this delib- erative process. p January 1997 Page 5 The LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES Conferences for Newly Elected Officials held in the Twin Cities will be: Jan. 31 -Feb. 1 (St. Paul Radisson) and Feb. 28 -March 1 (Bloomington Holiday Inn International). To make a reser- vation, call Cathy Dovidio at 281-1250. The AMM would like to recognize departing Board mem- bers EL TINKLENBERG, BEV SCHULTZ and KIRK SCHNITKER for their dedicated service as members of the AMM Board of Directors. The LICENSE & PERMIT FEE SURVEY will be updated again this year. Surveys will be mailed to member cities and non-member cities with populations of 2,500 or more in January. We would appreciate your cooperation in filling out the questionnaire! The AMM would like to WELCOME two recently ap- pointed manager/administrators in the Twin Cities since the last newsletter: Jerry Splinter (Coon Rapids) and Dianne Krogh (West St. Paul). 'm�IfiEP Association of Metropolitan Municipalities 145 University Avenue West Saint Paul, Minnesota 55103-2044 Dwight Johnson Manager 3400 Plymouth Blvd Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Iy tPrinted on Recycled Paper AMM Matters is published twice a year in order to keep officials abreast of AMM activities and events. © Copyright 1997 AMM 145 University Avenue West Saint Paul, MN 55103-2044 Telephone: (612) 215-4000 Fax: (612) 281-1299 E-mail. AsocMetMun@aol.com The board meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7 p. m. President: Tom Egan Vice President: Jim Prosser Past President Joan Campbell Executive Director. Vern Peterson Legislative Director: Roger Peterson Communications Director: Cheryl Budewitz Administrative Assistant., Laurie Jennings PATRICK D. McGOWAN HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF ROOM 6 COURTHOUSE 350 SOUTH FIFTH STREET MINNEAPOLIS,MN 55415 (612) 348-3740 FAX 348-4208 ..' January 3, 1997 f- = Dwight Johnson �. Manager, City of Plymouth �r 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Minneapolis, MN 55447 Dear Dwight: OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF The Hennepin County Sheriff s Office will be offering specialized law enforcement training to select members of the community. In that you and your city officials, including your mayor and city council, are known to be interested in community involvement, we are extending an invitation to interested parties to participate in our new program. This program, the Citizen Law Enforcement Academy, will be held in February and March of 1997. Classes are two and one half (2%Z) hours long and will run for eight (8) weeks. Instruction will be a combination of lecture, question and answer, demonstration, participation and tours. The class and subjects will be very similar to those ones taught to new deputy sheriffs and police officers. EXAMPLES OF SUBJECTS COVERED: Accident Investigation Child Abuse Civil Law Civil Liability Communications Court Procedures Cri[ilinal iii'vestigation Crime Prevention Training Defensive Tactics DWI Enforcement and Procedures Evidence and Scientific Investigation Gangs Hostage Negotiations Jail Procedure and Tour K-9 Operations Mechanics of Arrest Narcotics Operations Patrol Operations Tactical Team Operations Traffic Stops Training Weapon Use Participation in these classes will give students a unique insight into law enforcement, as the Sheriffs Office is the second largest law enforcement agency in the State of Minnesota and is charged with enforcing both criminal and civil law. This class is a must for business leaders, politicians, teachers, community leaders or interested tax payers who want to know how law enforcement and the criminal justice system work from an insider's perspective. It is our hope to also learn from you. AM It.0 Recycled Paper 20% Post- Constaner Fiber The Sheriff's Office is looking for a representative cross section of the community to participate in this unique educational experience. Applicants must be twenty-one (21) years old. Due to the nature of the material presented, all applicants will be screened for criminal backgrounds. Classes will be held on Thursday nights from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. for 8 weeks. The first night of class will be February 6, 1997 and will run through March 27, 1997. The location of the classes will depend upon the geographic location of the majority of the applicants, however, we will conduct one class each at the Law Enforcement Training Facility in Maple Grove, the Sheriff's Communications Division in Golden Valley and the Sheriff's Patrol headquarters in Brooklyn Park. When each student successfully graduates, a certificate of completion will be awarded at a formal commencement ceremony. Please share this invitation with your city council and other city officials. If you or someone you know is interested in this class, please fill out the enclosed application form and return it to Captain Jim O'Shea, Hennepin County Sheriff s Office. Questions regarding the program may be addressed to Captain O'Shea at 348-7918. Warmest Regards, Patrick D. McGowan, Hennepin County Sheriff PATRICK D. McGOWAN HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF ROOM 6 COURTHOUSE 350 SOUTH FIFTH STREET MINNEAPOLIS,MN 55415 (612) 348-3740 FAX 348-4208 OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF CITIZEN LA W ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY WHAT IS IT? The Hennepin County Sheriffs Office Citizen Law Enforcement Academy is a 20 -hour block of instruction designed to give the public a working knowledge of the Hennepin County Sheriffs Office and the Hennepin County criminal justice system. The Academy consists of a series of eight (8) classes, held once a week for two and one-half hours. The instruction is comprehensive, covering a different area of law enforcement or the criminal justice system each week. Instructors are professionals in their areas of law enforcement or criminal justice. WHO MAY ATTEND? Any Hennepin County resident over the age of 21 may apply for admission to the Citizen Law Enforcement Academy. Due to the nature of the material being presented persons previously convicted of a felony cannot be admitted. THE PURPOSE The Citizen Law Enforcement Academy was created to provide information to the citizens of Hennepin County so they may better understand the role the Sheriffs Office plays in the law enforcement community and the criminal justice system. It is hoped that this instruction will give graduates insight into the difficult and challenging situations law enforcement officers face every day. Significant time is set aside for class participation as we fully expect this to be a two-way learning expenence. TOPICS Subjects covered include such diverse topics as crime prevention, criminal investigation, patrol operations, family abuse, narcotics investigation, jail operations, scientific investigation, civil law enforcement, communications and the court system. Instruction in these and other topics will be offered through a blend of lecture, tour, demonstration and hands on experiences. FOR MORE INFORMATION Application may be obtained from the Hennepin County Sheriffs Office Room 6 Courthouse or calling 348-3744. For more information call Captain Jim O'Shea, Citizen Law Enforcement Academy coordinator, 348-7918. Ga Regncd raper :U4u Post- Consumer oshConsumer Fiber Hennepin Coun Sheri& Office p tY '' ++ CITIZEN LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY Application for Enrollment V} Name (Last / first / middle) Date of Birth Street Address Home Phone City / State / Zip Drivers Licence Number you a resident of Hennepin County? How long? explain briefly why you wish to enroll in the Citizen Law Enforcement Academy. list any associations, clubs organizations you belong to or are affiliated with. Have you ever been arrested for, convicted of, or cited for an offense other that minor traffic offences? YES_ NO_ If yes, please explain on back of sheet, list appropriate dates, charges, places and charges. ERENCS NI3 MPL 'i' E{..::}}}}}}}..}:.:.;:.}:.;:.;:.;:.:;:.;:..........:::::...........:..:}}:.......}}:.};::.::::.}:.:;.:.:;.}}:.::;:.:...... Present Employer Supervisor I Your title (Address IPersonal Reference Telephone number I Date hired Address I Telephone Relationship I Telephone IWere you recommended or advised to apply for If yes, by whom? ' enrollment to the academv? Yes No ' I hereby certify that there are no willful misrepresentations omission or falsifications in the aforementioned statements and answers. I understand that any omission or false statements on this application shall be sufficient cause for rejection for enrollment or dismissal from the Hennepin County SherifFs Citizen Law Enforcement Academy. I understand there is no charge for the Academy and, if selected for enrollment, pledge the time commitment to attend. I further understand that the Hennepin County Sherifrs Ofi;ce will conduct a criminal history and records check on all applicants, the results of which could be grounds for my reiection. Applicant's Signature Date Return completed applications to: Hennepin County Sheriffs Office For more information call: Citizen Law Enforcement Academy Captain Jim O'Shea Room 6 Courthouse 348-7918 Minneapolis, MN 55415 All applicants must be 21vears of age. Incom lete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. yi; • }�'� ��fy;ice: .w' . };'•{.:.::. ;..: } :,\'•}%{{:;:.}}}.; •}::.,{{{•}:};:{.vii,{•:::>.:j}}:.. •}nY� M•FYi+ ••}:'}K':.. ..:M i.{.:•.•.. Received by: Received date: Records check by: Date completed: Recommendation: January 7, 1997 To: The Mayors of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Robbinsdale, New Hope, Golden Valley and Plymouth. From: Geri Timperley, Chemical Health Specialist, TLC District #281 Safe & Drug -Free Schools Advisory Council Co-chair Re: District Safe & Drug -Free Schools Advisory Council Representation I would like to extend an invitation to you to become a member of District #281's Safe and Drug -Free Schools Advisory Council. This council is charged with the task of advising the School -Board and Superintendent on the use of the state and federal grant funds connected to Safe & Drug -Free schools. This council is made up of people who live and/or work within our District boundaries... parents, business persons, agency persons, and district staff. As you can see this is a very collaborative group. One of the areas of collaboration I notice missing is government. This advisory council has met about four times this year with four meetings remaining... January 22, 1997, 1:30-4:OOPM; March 19, 1997, 12:00-4:OOPM; April 16, 1997, 1:30-4:OOPM; and June 18, 1997, 9:00-11:OOAM. The meetings thus far have been informative and educational. If you would be interested in representing your City and supporting your citizens through Safe and Drug -Free schools, please call me at TLC -535-2112. Thank for your time, a� •---FRiDAYFAx �---- Vol. 2, No.1 OUN LMC� A weekly legislative update from the League of Minnesota Cities January 9, 1997 Legislative session roars to life League officials meet with Girard Describing the recent corre- spondence to cities as *unfortu- nate," League officials met with Revenue Commission Jim Girard this week to discuss the letter sent to mayors regarding proposed city levys. After stressing the many concerns of city officials from across the state, League Execu- tive Director Jim Miller offered to arrange a meeting between Girard and Minnesota city officials as a way to increase understanding of the emerging issues faced by cities. Girard agreed such a meeting would be helpful, and commented that the letters he has received gave him a glimpse of the unique challenges each city must address. "I can't recall any recent issue causing such a stir among city officials," said Miller. "The Com- missioner appeared receptive to our concerns. I would certainly call it a positive meeting," Miller and League IGR Direc- tor Gary Carlson spoke on behalf of the League at the Wednesday morning meeting. They were joined by Minneapolis City Coordi- nator Kathy O'Brien and Minne- apolis Finance Officer John Moir. The League called the meet- ings to: • Reiterate the concerns about the tone and content of the letter Commissioner Girard. - Bring to light the different circumstances that exist in each city and to the innovate efforts by cities to control spending • Open a dialog will strengthen the relationship between cities and the department of revenue. "I believe we accomplished what we set out to do," said Miller. Local Government orientation meetings scheduled The League and other local government associations will be part of orientation hearings before the House and Senate local government committees in the next two weeks. League staff will provide legislators with information regarding League services, its members, and the legislative concerns of cities. Anyone interested in the legislative agen- das of the League or of other local government associations can attend. The orientation for the Senate Committee on Local & Metropolitan Government will be on Wednesday, January 15 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in room 107 of the Capitol building. The orientation for the House Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs Committee will be Tuesday, January 21 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. in room 10 of the State Office Building. Tax Committee to review Price of Government The House Tax Committee will debate the Price of Government Resolution on Tuesday, January 14 from 10 a.m. until noon in room 200 of the State Office Building. League staff will testify, as will state officials, and representatives of business and other local gov- ernments. The discussion will include everything from setting Price of Government targets for the future to improving how the numbers are calculated. The 1997 preliminary city levies and Commissioner Girard's letter are also likely to be discussed. Telecommunications bili drafted League staff this morning obtained a draft of a telecom- munications bill which is expected to be introduced by Rep. Loren Jennings, Chair of the House Regulated Indus- tries Committee. The bill preserves city authority over the right of way and allows for some collection of fees. However, the bill proposes to limit use or occu- pation fees, and expressly prohibits franchise fees. The League Rights of Way Task Force will take an initial look at the bill Friday after- noon. Next week's Cities Bulletin will include a more detailed summary of the proposal. For more Information ondry legislative issues, contact any member of the League of Minnesota Cities Intergovernmental Relations ream. T 'd S3I1I0 NW JO 3f19d31 WUST_: TT _ L6, 0T Ndf Jean Lvons From: Helen LaFave Sent: Tuesday, January 07, 1997 3:48 PM To: Jean Lyons Subject: FW: Fire Department For CIM and please update log. Thanks, Helen From: Rick Kline To: 'JVANCE200@aol.com' Cc: Helen LaFave Subject: Fire Department Date: Tuesday, January 07, 1997 3:08PM Fire protection for the City of Plymouth is provided by a volunteer fire department. The department is staffed by 65 firefighters, operating out of three fire stations. Response to fire incidents is predicated by many factors which influence the time it takes for fire apparatus to arrive at the incident scene. The average response time, dispatch of call to arrival of fire apparatus, is 10-12 minutes in the City of Plymouth. Fire department staff are currently researching the staffing level(s) of the fire department, it's response times and the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. Fire department staff are committed to providing the most efficient, effective and professional service delivery to the citizens of Plymouth. The results of this research will guide future fire protection practices for the city. Please contact me on 509-5121 if there are further questions or concerns. Richard C. Kline Fire Chief Page 1 Internet Contact From: JVANCE200@aol.com[SMTP:JVANCE200@aol.com] Sent: Friday, January 03, 1997 7:51 AM To: Internet Contact Subject: Fire Department Why does it take so long for the Fire Department to respond? With the taxes we pay, do we have full-time firemen at the station or are we still served by volunteers? A City the size of Plymouth should be as agressive as possible and provide quick service. Thanks, John Vance Page 1 Jean Lyons From: Helen LaFave Sent: Tuesday, January 07, 1997 3:47 PM To: Jean Lyons Subject: FW: E -Mail for Mayor For CIM. Also, please update correspondence log. Thanks, Helen From Kathy Lueckert To: 'ekimmel@primenet.com' Cc: Helen LaFave Subject: E -Mail for Mayor Date: Tuesday, January 07, 1997 1:05PM Dear Mr. Kimmel, Thank you for your recent internet message about e-mail for the mayor and other councilmembers. Some of our councilmembers have home computers, and some do not; Mayor Tierney currently does not have a home computer. We leave the choice of whether or not to publish an e-mail address with the individual councilmember. We continue to investigate ways of using technology to facilitate communication between the city council and Plymouth residents. Our web page cost around $1,200 to implement. We now have a staff member who is proficient in HTML, and we are able to do all updates and enhancements in-house. Thanks again for your interest, Kathy Lueckert Assistant City Manager Page 1 Internet Contact From: Rick Kimmel[SMTP:ekimmel@primenet.com] Sent: Friday, January 03, 1997 2:05 PM To: Internet Contact Subject: No email for mayor? 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M05 ro ,Do l T )5aL rA64!5- . *,q -199 0-a-1 GA,) vsc . ,5o/n E (,'Dm MAJ SeAJsc , ?,401A) TN9 61-00 9 &Aay 46 % ES I D&N T.S M A) SdD k% ` - 1 T3E�o2� / f=R-6cz�S .� PLowS fiAVE -Br-.16,J VOW� P9 y STR,66-T 7*66- - -r)MC-S DOR.OJ6 -rd)S 5roluni /RCASe- - BE AWhtzc- �T06T AS --MC- 96:61 N6C-L) -ro '%fiE OITy PLOWS 7"HE di 7Y XG660S *rO ZE-% R.-66106A)TS Gary Hughes 16820 - 28th Ave. N. Plymouth, MN 55447 t. 12-6C P 12 T- -- S�, (. Festival will get you fired up for winter " 11b An Update from the City of Plymouth, Jan. 1997 on't try to tell the organizers of the Plymouth Fire and Ice Festi- val that some sports can only be played during the summer. They will prove you wrong. This year the Park and Recreation staff is including a winter soft- ball tournament and ice miniature golf. To drive home their point, they will also have winter kite flying and ice surfing. You can see all of this, as well as some typical winter activities, at the 9th annual Plymouth Fire and Ice Festival on Sat., Feb. 1, 2 - 7 p.m., at Parkers Lake Park, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Ln. The day of free, family fun will include ice surfing, youth skating races, musical entertainment, snow bowling, Viking kick sleds, a winter camping demonstration, dog sleds, ice sculpting demos and fireworks at dusk. If all of the activity doesn't keep you warm, you can heat up around a bonfire as you enjoy hot chocolate, s'mores and, if you have a bigger appetite, a pig roast. This event kicks off Plymouth's commu- nity celebration of We Love Our Kids. The festival is sponsored by the City of Plymouth and the Plymouth Civic League. Digging out: Some make clearing snow more difficult for everyone If the first two months of winter are an indicator, City snow plow operators will get a rigorous work- out this winter. As of Dec. 20, Ply- mouth already had 27 inches of snow, and plow drivers had cleared the 250 miles of City streets six times. During an aver- age year, they only plow the city eight or nine times for the entire season, inches of snow falls. and a total of 42 through, it all gets pushed back to the curb," Moore said. Snow can translate into a lot of work -- and people who throw snow from their driveways into the street make it more work than necessary. City staff has gotten complaints from'residents who live near people who plow, blow or shovel snow into the street, according to Public Works Director Fred Moore. Depositing snow in the street violates City ordinance. It also doubles the work for both City plow operators and neigh- bors. The snow that is deposited in the street winds up getting plowed back into driveways. "The person who dumps snow in the street ends up creating more work for himself or herself and for Fire & Ice Festival people living near them. When City plows come Putting snow in the road also can mean that the City must plow some streets twice instead of once. "Sometimes we get calls from people who think we've missed their street or have done a poor job. Often, the case is that we've been through, but you can't tell because so much snow had been pushed out into the street or cul-de-sac by a neighbor," said Moore. "If the start of the winter is a sign of things to come, we could all be doing a lot more shoveling than usual. If people would avoid throwing snow in the street, it would help a lot. I think the neighbors would appreciate it. I know the City plow operators would," Moore said. x 9 Y rn rn ON •--� N M � v1 � l� 00 M x 9 Y •--� N M � v1 � l� 00 M x 9 Y •--� N M � v1 � l� 00 x 9 Y CIU011tj January 6, 1997 Michael J. Leuer Plymouth Ponds Development 3058 Ranchview Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mike: Once again, I am writing you about your progress on meeting the terms of the agreement that was reached in September relating to the City's approvals of Building 4. My last letter (November 8, 1996) anticipated the adoption of a new Zoning Ordinance, and indicated that we would determine the process needed to address the remaining issue of outdoor storage at that time. On December 18, the City Council adopted the new ordinance. The Plymouth Ponds development was placed in the new I-1, Light Industrial District. The ordinance repealed the Planned Unit Development (PUD) designation of the property. Minnesota Statutes provide that unless the landowner and the City mutually agree otherwise, if less than two years have passed since approval of a final plat, no amendments to a zoning ordinance may apply to or affect the use of the property. This means that until the two year period has elapsed (June 20, 1997 for Buildings 1, 2 and 3, and October 16, 1998 for Building 4) the requirements of the PUD approval and the former I-1 zoning regulations will continue to govern the use of the property. When the City approved the plan for Building 4 this fall, you had agreed that by November 1, 1996 you would comply with all of the conditions of the original PUD approval (Resolution 95-362.) The two remaining issues concerned outdoor storage and trash containers, and completion of required plantings around the NURP ponds. You indicated that tenants in Building 2 had found it impossible to relocate their trash containers indoors, and that you will need to find a way to accommodate the containers outside. The specific request you would make, in writing, would be for the Council to agree to apply the new zoning requirements for outdoor storage to your property, rather than to continue to apply the language in Resolution 95-362 which prohibits outdoor storage. Your request should be accompanied by a plan showing how the outside storage would be added in compliance with the new zoning ordinance. You would also need to submit a formal application for site plan approval. (This would likely be considered a "minor" site plan amendment.) PLYMOUTH ,-I Beaulilld Placc'To Live I':._l':.::..JU T H BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-:)0100 -� - -9, Z� In my November letter, I suggested that you prepare a plan as soon as possible. You have not yet responded. I hereby request that you submit your plan within 60 days, so that the formal process can be completed in time for early spring construction. If you do not do so, the City Attorney has advised me that the City may issue a citation for violation of the resolution. In preparation for sending this letter, we did inspect the site and found that in addition to the trash containers for Building 2, there are a number of other violations of the prohibition on outdoor storage (see enclosed memo from Inspector Warren Kulesa.) You are hereby requested to immediately make arrangements to bring these items into compliance. We will re -inspect in 30 days, and if there are still violations citations may be issued. The other remaining item from Resolution 95-362 is the planting around the NURP ponds. In October, Brad Moen indicated that he had received cost estimates for the work that were not reasonable. I encouraged him to review the plan with Shane Misshagi of the Engineering Staff, to see if there might be some less expensive alternative. I understand that Shane has not been contacted, and that the plantings were not completed this fall. Again, I request that you complete your planting plan within the next 60 days, so that you are ready to plant when the appropriate time arrives this spring. The other item addressed in the November 8 letter was landscaping that was a part of the approval of Building 4. We will review the status of all of the landscaping for the project this spring, when winter survivability can be verified. For your reference, I have enclosed several excerpts from the Zoning Ordinance, relating to outdoor storage, trash containers and the newly adopted I-1 district regulations. Please call me at 509-5401 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Anne W. Hurlburt, AICP Community Development Director cc: Laurie Jones Dan McCarthy 96096 enc. January 7, 1997 Thomas Berry Northern States Power Company 5505 County Road 19 Shorewood, MN 55331 Dear Mr. Berry: CITY OF PLYMOUTFF On behalf of the City of Plymouth, I would like to thank NSP for their generous grant of $4,000 in recognition of the City's commitment to purchase an energy-efficient and pollution - free Zamboni ice resurfacer for the new Plymouth Ice Center. The City is proud of its ' commitment to preserve our natural resources, and we are very grateful that NSP is willing to honor us for that by making this donation. Sincerely, ( � 6&'x� Eric J. Blank, Director Parks and Recreation EB/np cc: City Manager PRAC PLYMOUTH A'Beaut fu[Pface To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000