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UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.
NOTE: Ward 1 Councilmember Tim Bildsoe meets with residents and receives their comments in the
Administration Library, beginning at 6: 00 p.m. before each Council meeting.
AUGUST 18 6.00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING WITH
WAYZATA SCHOOL OFFICALS
Wayzata School Offices; tour of new Wayzata
High School
AUGUST 20 5:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING BUDGET
STUDYSESSION
Public Safety Training Room
AUGUST 20 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
AUGUST 26 7:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING WITHAMPLE
GROVE CITY OFFICIALS
Maple Grove City Offices
AUGUST 27 5:00 P.M. SPEC]AL COUNCIL MEETING
(IF NEEDED)
BUDGET STUDYSESSION
Public Safety Training Room
2. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ON BUSINESS RELATIONS, MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 7:00 P.M.,
Medicine Lake Room. Agenda is attatched. (M-2)
3. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. Agenda is
attached. (M-3)
4. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE, TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 7:00 P.M., Hadley Lake
Room. Agenda is attached. (M-4)
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August 8, 1997
5. PRAC, THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers.
6. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION, THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 7:30 P.M., Medicine Lake Room.
Agenda is attached. (M-6)
7. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ON DOWNTOWN PLYMOUTH, TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 7: 00
P.M., Public Safety Training Room. (M-7)
8. HRA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 7:00 P.M., Medicine Lake Room.
9. MEETING CALENDARS — August and September meeting calendars are attached. (M-9)
1. STAFF REPORTS
a. Update from Public Safety Director Gerdes on the train whistle ban. (I -.1a)
2. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC.
a. Notice from the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority regarding acceptance of
requests for applications for Section 8 certificates for housing assistance. (I -2a)
b. Profile of Plymouth downloaded from the St. Paul Pioneer Planet website. (I -2b)
c. Plymouth Domestic Assault Intervention Project statistical report for second quarter 1997 from
Home Free. (I -2c)
d. Northwest Notes, a new newsletter for Plymouth residents and landowners, containing updates
on Plymouth development issues. (I -2d)
3. MINUTES
a. Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission May 8, 1997 meeting minutes. (I -3a)
b. Environmental Quality Committee May 13, 1997 meeting minutes. (I -3b)
c. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission May 14, 1997 meeting minutes. (I -3c)
d. Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission June 12, 1997 draft meeting minutes. (I -
3d)
e. Planning Commission July 22, 1997 meeting minutes.)I-3e)
4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY- CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter to Robert Held from Park Director Eric Blank responding to questions about a
skateboard park in Plymouth. Held's original letter is attached. (I --4a)
A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (I--4)
Plymouth City Council
Business Relations Subcommittee
August 11, 1997, 7 PM
Medicine Lake Room
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Northwest Suburban Chamber of Commerce
Sharon Erickson, Executive Director
III. Economic Development Brochures from Other Communities
IV. "Millenium" Book/Profile Proposal
V. For Information
Plymouth Business Council
US West Quotation for Addresses
VI. Next Steps; Next Meeting
® PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA -
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 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
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. PRESENTATION BY PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Holiday Stationstores, Inc. Final Plat, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit to construct a Holiday
Stationstore at the northwest comer of Highway 169 and Betty Crocker Drive. (97071)
B. Little Acorn's Preschool, Inc. Conditional Use Permit to operate a daycare facility in the Plymouth Creek
Christian Church, 16000 41" Avenue North. (97102)
C. Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. Rezoning from FRD to MPUD, Preliminary Plat, and PUD General Plan
Amendment for Plymouth Station, a roughly 141,000 square foot commercial development with a grocery
store, three restaurants, including fast food, general retail, gas convenience, auto service, office and day care
uses, located at the southeast quadrant of Highway 55 and County Road 24. (96193)
D. Town & Country Homes. Land Use Guide Plan Amendment to reguide property from C (Commercial) and
LA -1 (Living Area 1) to LA -2 (Living Area 2) and LA -3 (Living Area 3), Rezoning from FRD (Future
Restricted Development) to RMF -1 (Multiple Family 1), Preliminary Plat and Site Plan to construct a 114 -
unit residential townhome development for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and
Dunkirk Lane. (97011)
E. The Rottlund Company, Inc: .Rezoning from FRD to PUD, Preliminary Plat, Interim Use Permit for
parking reduction and PUD General Plan for a 46 -unit mid -rise senior apartment, 182 units of multi -family
for -sale units, and an office building for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and
Revere Lane. (97080)
F. The Damone Group. Planned Unit Development General Plan Amendment for a 52 -resident senior assisted
living residence for property located at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22' Avenue. (97094)
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. ADJOURNMENT
Tuesday, 7:00 P.M. August 12, 1997
Hadley Lake Room, Plymouth City Hall
6:00 P.M. Call to Order/Chair - Martin Frank
• New Member Introduction
7:00 P.M. Review & Approval of Minutes
7:10 P.M. Reports/Updates
• Water Resources Management Plan
• Plymouth Environmental Business Partnership (PBEP) Update.
7:30 P.M. New Business
• Sustainable Communities: Goals and Grants
• Erosion Control Program: Fred Moore
Discussion
• Next Meeting Agenda
9:00 P.M. Adjourn
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Plymouth Human Rights Commission
August 14, 1997
Plymouth City Hall, 7:30 PM
Agenda
I. Call to Order
Introduction of New Members
II. Approval of Minutes
June, July
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Old Business
a. Calendar of Events
b. Appointing Student Members to Human Rights Commission
c. Human Rights Award
IV. New Business
VI. For Information
VII. Adjourn
PLEASE CALL KATHY LUECKERT AT 509-5052 IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND
THE MEETING
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DATE: August 4, 1997
TO: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager
FROM: Craig C. Gerdes, Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: UPDATE ON TRAIN WHISTLE BAN
In some respects this issue is yet to be resolved at the Federal level, what follows are
several bullets outlining the current status of the regulation of train whistles.
• In 1994, Congress enacted the High -Speed Rail Development Act, which directs the
Secretary of Transportation to promulgate regulations requiring the sounding of a
locomotive horn at every crossing.
• Such rules would preempt a municipality's regulation of the sounding of railroad
audible warning devices.
• The Secretary of Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration were
supposed to complete their rulemaking process by November 2, 1996; however, we
have been advised that this deadline has been removed.
• Our City Attorneys have advised that until the Rules are promulgated we could
conceivably charge the railroad, but they believe the railroad would challenge and
the City would then be involved in a costly lawsuit which would likely be a waste
of time and money based on the Act of Congress.
• When the Council and staff met with Rep. Ramstad in August of 1996, he indicated
he would sponsor a bill giving authority back to municipalities to regulate whistle
blowing.
• Megan, from Rep. Ramstad's office informed us that he attempted to get this clause
in the transportation appropriations bill. Several letters and phone calls were made
to all members of this committee, including the ranking democrat Martin Sabo in an
attempt to get all committee members to sign on to this concern. Only Rep. Luther
was very cooperative and joined Ramstad's office in supporting the addition. She
states it did not make it into the final bill.
• Megan also stated she has been in contact with the Federal Railroad Administration
regarding the rules. She states they informed her they expect the process to take
until some time this year and then there is also a lengthy comment period before
they take effect. She states he is very understanding of the City's positions on this
issue and part of what is taking so long is that they are attempting to come to a
position which will work for both the railroad and the cities involved.
• We do have both an address and telephone number for the Federal Railroad
Administration if anyone wants to express their opinion on the issue or speak with
them directly.
Ken L,anman, 312-353-6203
Federal Railroad Administration
ATTN: Docket #RSGC-7
400 - 7d' Street SW
Washington, DC 20590
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Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority y
NOTICE
The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) will be
accepting requests for applications for Section 8 certificates for rental
housing assistance from August 25, through August 29, 1997.
This federally -funded program assists low income people to rent housing in the private market.
Program participants pay 30 percent of their income towards rent. The HRA pays the
remainder, up to a federally determined maximum rent.
In order to apply, at least one member of the household must be a United States citizen or have
legal immigration status. To qualify, an applicant's total family/household income cannot
exceed the following amounts:
HOUSEHOLD SIZE
1 -Person*
2 -Persons
3 -Persons
4 -Persons
5 -Persons
GROSS ANNUAL INCOME
$20,050
$22,900
$25,800
$28,650
$30,950
*Only those single persons that are elderly or handicapped/disabled may request an application.
Applicants must appear in person to receive, complete, and submit a Request for Application
Card at the Plymouth HRA office located at 3400 Plymouth Boulevard in Plymouth,
Minnesota. Requests for applications will only be taken Monday, August 25, 1997 through
Friday, August 29, 1997 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Immobile or working
applicants unable to complete a request card during these hours may call 509-5410 to make an
application request. All applications will be mailed out by September 10, 1997. No requests
will be accepted after 3:30 p.m. on Friday, August 29`x. Plymouth HRA reserves the right to
limit the number of applications to three hundred (300).
Please call 509-5410 or TDD 509-5065 for directions to Plymouth City Center.
Priority will be given to those applicants who have been involuntarily displaced from their
home, are homeless, are living in substandard housing, or are paying more than 50 percent of
their family income toward rent for at least 90 days. Additional priority may be given to
households working, or hired to work, in Plymouth; unable to work due to a disability; or
participating in a self-sufficiency program.
OPPORTUNITY NNO
OIIOIITYNITT
3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, MN 55447 (612) 509-5410 FAX (612) 509-5407
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BREAKING STORIES 0 NEWS 101FORTS ►BUSINESS
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Alphabetized list of communities YourTown
Plymouth
Rural rolling landscape gives way to rapid population,
industrial growth
By CAROL LACEY STAFF WRITER
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Plymouth's rolling landscape and open spaces help retain some of the rural atmosphere
that originally attracted residents, but rapid population and industrial growth have made
it the fourth largest city in Hennepin County.
History and Development: Wahpeton Sioux encamped at the north end of Medicine
Lake long before adventurer, guide and trader Antoine LeCounte arrived here in 1848
on his travels to Red River country, carrying mail and trading goods to Indians.
LeCounte returned in 1852 and built a cabin.
New Englanders, New Yorkers and Canadians followed and started the town of
Plymouth, namesake of a village left behind, on the northwest shores of what is now
Parkers Lake.
German and Scandinavian farmers developed the region as a prosperous agricultural
community. Trains traveling westward came through in the 1880s, bringing with them
tourists to vacation at Medicine Lake resorts.
Not until the 1960s did fields of grain begin turning to fields of developments.
Plymouth's pastoral phase began fading as industrial park development and completion
of I494 brought people to Plymouth -- first to work, then to live.
Newcomers then found they could buy a big lot and build rather inexpensively. Those
days are long past. With population more than tripling since 1970, Plymouth is running
out of room, particularly within the municipal service boundaries, where 80-85 percent
of land has been developed.
About 3,000 Plymouth acres remain outside the sewer -service line, some in agriculture.
But, one by one, farmers are selling off their acreages. And, as thousands of new
residents -- 10,000 since 1990 -- move in to homes along cul de sacs up and down
Plymouth's hills and valleys, they gnaw away at the rural feeling that drew many
residents to Plymouth.
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The green won't go completely, though. In 1995 Plymouth bought four major stretches
of open space to preserve indefinitely.
Progress on a new city center area also signals the citification of Plymouth. It now
includes city hall, a county library branch, a recreation complex and a senior citizen
subsidized -care center. A 12 -theater movie complex, bank and shopping center are in
the plans.
Until recently, growth projections indicated Plymouth might become a Bloomington of
the northwest Twin Cities, with an ultimate population of 95,000. But such optimism
has been trimmed considerably. Now the city anticipates a peak population in the low
70,OOOs.
Housing: With little space served by city sewer and water left in Plymouth, land and
housing prices are moving up. By 1980, Plymouth had the fourth highest median home
value among Minnesota cities with a population over 10,000, and that distinction
continues.
Home sale prices range from the mid-$50,OOOs to mid-$500,OOOs, with a median of
$187,000 and average of $208,258, higher than those of its neighbors.
Plymouth has a good diversity of housing styles: townhomes, apartments and single
family homes, with about three-fourths of its housing owner -occupied.
Its supply of affordable housing, particularly rental housing, is limited, however. Only
15 percent of city's rental housing is considered affordable by Metropolitan Council
standards, far less than the 35 to 41 percent of affordable rental housing in other
northwestern suburbs. But the city has been assisting private efforts to renovate older
housing stock. And its subsidized senior housing, built with local property taxes and no
public grants, makes it possible for people to stay in their community when they no
longer want to deal with maintaining a home.
Jobs/Economy: Industrial park development in the 1960s brought people to Plymouth
to work. The city's easy access continues to draw major industries to Plymouth,
providing a diverse economic base and up to 40,000 local jobs. As a result, more
workers commute in than out of Plymouth.
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Plymouth
Area:
35.7 square miles
Population:
60,344
Diversity:
95 percent white; 1.6 percent black; 2.4 percent Asian or Pacific
Islander; 0.4 American Indian; 1 percent Hispanic
Median Age:
31.9
Median
$51,314
Household
Income:
Housing Units:
23,931
Median Home
$155,000
Value:
Taxes on That
$2,967
Home:
Rental Units:
5,708
Rental Median:
$578
Parks:
39 parks and more than 70 miles of trails
Shopping:
Rockford Plaza., Waterford Plaza and -Four Seasons Mall
Best of
strategic location, rapid development with diverse economic base and
Plymouth:
housing stock, rising property values, considerable low density
housing, preserved open space, low crime, new high school.
Worst of
High cost and small supply of developable land, limited affordable
Plymouth:
housing to rent or own, lack of downtown (although new city center
area is being developed), city split among four school districts results
in somewhat ambiguous identity.
Plymouth crime report
Plymouth crime report
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Free Domestic Assault
Intervention Project
August 2, 1997
Dwight Johnson
City Manager
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Dwight,
3409 Kilmer Lane N.
Plymouth, MN 55441
Business (612) 545-7080
Crisis Line (612) 559-4945
Fax (612) 545-7071
Enclosed is a copy of Plymouth's Domestic Assault Intervention Project statistical report for the second
quarter of 1997. Let me know if you have any questions
Befit regards,
A
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Terri Taylor
Community Programs Coordinator
Enclosure (1)
cc: Joel Franz, Plymouth Police Department
Elliot Knetsch, Prosecutor
Mary Monteon, Home Free
Pat Murphy, Missions inc.
PLYMOUTH
CITY QUARTERLY REPORT
DOMESTIC ASSAULT INTERVENTION PROJECT
SECOND QUARTER 1997
I.LAW ENFORCEMENT
ARRESTS
Assault (Felony)
Assault (Felony)/Assault (GM)
Assault(5th)
Assault(5th)/Disorderly Conduct
DWI
Juv.case
Juv.case/Assault(5th)
OFP Violation
TOTALS
DUAL ARRESTS
JUVENILE ARRESTS
COMPLAINTS
Assault(5th)
Crim.Prop.Dam./Assault(5th)
OFP Violation
P D Nonreferral
Pros declined chrg
TOTALS
ALLEGED ASSAULT/CHARGES PENDING
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29
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CITY QUARTERLY REPORT
DOMESTIC ASSAULT INTERVENTION PROJECT
SECOND QUARTER 1997
II.INTERVENTION PROJECT SERVICES
VICTIM SERVICES
QTR
YTD
Arrest Response
No contact
3
3
No -C COI
1
No -C F/F
1
4
No -C Lette
4
3
10
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1
4
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43
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14
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50
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QTR
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0
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21
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DOMESTIC ASSAULT INTERVENTION PROJECT
SECOND QUARTER 1997
III.CRIMINAL COURT ADVOCACY AND MONITORING
DISPOSITION
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QTR
YTD
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5
3
8
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2
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Information:
• City Launches Northwest Notes Newsletter • Call Community Development at 5095450
• Council Affirms "No Development" as Possible Option • Check the City dye, Site at www.ci.plymouth.mn.us
• City Applies for Grant, Seeks Consultant • Send e-mail to AHurlbur0ci.plymouth.mmus
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A Newsletter for
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CITY OF City launches newsletter on
PLYMOUTH -Northwest Plymouth planning issues
Communication with residents and landowners a priority as plan update gets underway
Welcome to Northwest Notes, a
newsletter for residents and
landowners interested in issues
concerning planning for Northwest
Plymouth. Communicating with
those most interested in and affected
by City decisions is a priority of the
City Council and the Planning
Commission as we begin the process
of updating the Comprehensive Plan.
We will be publishing the newsletter
periodically as needed, depending
upon the news and information
available.
In 1997 and 1998, Plymouth will be
updating its Comprehensive Plan. All
Metro Area cities are required to
prepare updated plans by the end of
1998. While the update will affect the
entire City, for Plymouth the most
significant issue will be whether or not
urban development will be permitted
in the northwestern portion of the
city that is currently outside of the
Metropolitan Urban Service Area
(MUSA). And, if the MUSA is to be
expanded, where and when it will be
expanded and what the land uses will
be must be determined.
All landowners in the area outside
the MUSA, as indicated by City tax
records, will receive Northwest Notes.
Any interested citizen may request to
be included on the mailing list. If you
or someone you know needs to be
added to the mailing list for this
publication, please call Denise at the
Community Development Dept. (509-
5408)
Council Affirms *c
Developmew Option to tie
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Evaluated`
On July 1, the City Council and
Planning Commission held a joint
study session to discuss the results of
the May 14, 1997 public comment
forum on planning for Northwest
Plymouth. They reviewed the report
on the interactive survey, ' which was
mailed to all northwest area
landowners in June, and gave direction
to staff on some important first steps.
They agreed that the process—how
residents and landowners are involved
in the planning—is most important.
The Council and Commission
members agreed that the first step will
be to define and analyze land use
options for the northwest area. They
affirmed that the option of no urban
development in the area must be
evaluated as one of the alternatives.
The Planning Commission, working
with staff and consultants, will define
the options to be studied. Other
options may include permitting urban
development in only part of the area,
or all of the area in stages between
now and 2020.
Residents and landowners will be
given the opportunity to comment on
the options, along with the criteria
that will be used to evaluate them.
The criteria will address the concerns
expressed by residents at the May
forum, including the cost of city
infrastructure (such as roads, sewers,
water mains, parks and fire stations),
impact on property taxes and
environmental impacts. The criteria
will include impacts on the residents
and landowners in the northwest area,
as well as on the City_ of Plymouth as
a whole.
After the options are evaluated,
residents and landowners will be given
further opportunity to comment
before the Planning Commission
makes a recommendation to the City
Council on the preferred land use plan
for the area. The goal is to complete
this part of the plan (Phase 1) by April
1 of 1998. Then, after the City
Council agrees on a preliminary land
use plan, work will begin to update
the other elements of the plan
(transportation, parks, sewers,
housing, etc) in Phase 2.
WSS fiG nt�.
At their July 9 meeting, the City
Council authorized staff to submit an
application to the Metropolitan
Council for a Local Planning
Assistance Grant. The 1996
Minnesota Legislature appropriated $1
million to help cities prepare required
updates to their comprehensive plans.
The Metropolitan Council will be
distributing the funds. The maximum
grant amount for each community is
City of Plymouth
Community Development Department
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
about $20,000, or no more than 75%
of the cost of the planning work.
Plymouth has applied for a grant to
cover part of the cost of Phase 1 of our
plan. A decision on the grant
application is due by September 3.
Consultant to be Sought
On July 23, the City Council
authorized staff to begin the process of
hiring consultants to help with the
preparation of the Comprehensive
Plan Update. Plymouth does not
have enough in-house staff time
available to undertake the project. A
request will be sent to consultants in
August, and after responses are
received interviews will be conducted
by staff and representatives of the
Planning Commission and City
Council. We will then negotiate a
contract and detailed work program
for Phase 1 with the selected
consultant(s). The work program and
contract, which will include plans for
public participation, will be sent to the
City Council for their approval.
Tentatively, we hope that this would
occur in September. Watch for
another issue of Northwest Notes for
details.
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In June, a summary report on the
May 14, 1997 public comment forum
on planning for Northwest Plymouth
was mailed to everyone on our
mailing list. If you did not get a copy
and would like one, please call the
Community Development
Department at 509-5450. Or, check
the City Web Site at
http://www.ci.plymouth.mn.us. In
addition to the summary, a detailed
report containing responses to every
questions with complete cross -
tabulations is available for review at
the Community Development
Department during regular City Hall
office hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
Monday and Wednesday through
Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday)
Northwest Notes/ News on Planning for Northwest Plymouth
SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MRNOGEMENT COMMISSION
3001 Harbor Lane - Suite 150 - Plymouth, MN 55447
Telephone (612) 553-1144 - Fax (612) 553-9326
MINUTES
May 8, 1997
A meeting of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission was called to order by Chair Maria
D'Andrea on Thursday, May 8, 1997, at 12:45 p.m. at the Saint Andrews Club, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing,
Brooklyn Park, MN.
Present were: Diane Spector, Brooklyn Center; Doran Cote, Brooklyn Park; Tom Mathisen, Crystal; Jim
Kujawa, Maple Grove; Jodi Polzin, Minneapolis; Mark Hanson, New Hope; Ron Quanbeck,
Plymouth; Maria D'Andrea, Robbinsdale; Eric Thompson, Montgomery Watson; Charlie
LeFevere, Kennedy & Graven; and Marlys Mooney, Recording Secretary.
Also present: Tom Madigan, Van Sickle Allen & Assocs., and Jim Stuebner, Stuebner Properties, for
Project Review SC97-04.
I. Minutes. Motion by Mathisen, second by Spector to approve the minutes of the April meeting of the
Commission. Motion carried.
II. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Spector, second by Mathisen to ---approve the:Taeasurer's Report.
Motion carried.
III. Approval of Claims. Motion by Spector, second by Mathisen to.approve claims totaling $11,170.25.
Claims were approved by roll call vote: ayes - Spector, Cote, Mathisen, Kujawa, Polzin, Hanson, Quanbeck,
and D'Andrea; nays - none; absent - Osseo.
IV. Correspondence. The Commissioners reviewed the following:
A. Communications Log. No action was required.
B. Commission mailing list dated May 1.
C. Gravel Mining Area Comprehensive Plan from the City of Maple Grove.
D. Flood Response Survey from BWSR.
E. Solicitation for candidate projects for federal funding (Hazard Elimination Safety, Signal and
Surface Projects at RR -Highway Crossings, Bridge Improvement Replacement) from MNDOT.
F. BWSR extension of deadline by which the second generation Management Plan must be
submitted to June 2002.
V. Water Quality.
A. Permanent stream monitoring station has been installed at site at outlet of Shingle Creek in
Weber Park.
BROOKLYN CENTER - BROOKLYN PARK - CRYSTAL - MAPLE GROVE - MINNEAPOLIS - NEW HOPE - OSSEO - PLYMOUTH - ROBBINSDALE
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May 8, 1997
page 2
B. Thompson reported that the "Village Green" environmental fair sponsored by Plymouth
Creek School and the City of Plymouth on April 24 was a huge success. Montgomery Watson participated
in the fair on behalf of the Commission.
C. Motion by Hanson, second by Quanbeck authorizing the Chair to execute the 1997
Metropolitan Council Watershed Outlet Monitoring Grant Agreement. Motion carried. LeFevere will
transmit to Met Council.
[Mathisen departed 1:40.]
VI. Project Reviews.
A. SC97-04 Star Realty, Brooklyn Park. Construction of a hotel -restaurant -day care facility
on an undeveloped 3.8 acre site located in the southeast quadrant of Boone Avenue and Northland Court. The
site is located adjacent to Shingle Creek and DNR wetland 564W. The City is the LGU. After development
the site will be approximately 85 percent impervious. The lowest floor elevation is well above the
Commission's one -foot freeboard requirement. Approximately 2.25 acres of the site will drain via new storm
sewer to a proposed stormceptor storm water treatment device. The remainder of the site drains over a
natural grassed/wetland area before draining to the Creek. Developer has requested a variance from the
Commission's stormwater treatment standards and submitted the required escrow. Discussion by
Commissioners included suggestions for providing treatment within an existing pond adjacent to Shingle
Creek. Motion by Quanbeck, second by Kujawa directing the consultant to inform the City of Brooklyn Park
that approval of SC97-04 is hereby tabled to allow developer the opportunity to explore the possibility of
retrofitting the existing pond with a controlled outlet to provide water treatment and pending receipt of the
following:
1. Calculations comparing water quality treatment efficiency of proposed stormceptor
to a stormwater detention pond designed according to Commission standards operating under 1 -year, 12 -hour
design storm (2" rainfall).
2. Investigation of alternative treatment options, including retrofitting of existing pond
area with a controlled outlet for water quality treatment.
3. Written communication with the Minnesota DNR re grading activities within/adjacent
to protected wetland 564W.
4. Legal documentation granting easements over wetlands, floodplain, and other
hydrologic/hydraulic features.
5. An operations and maintenance plan which will maintain the stormceptor and other
stormwater facilities. The plan shall be provided by the City in the form of a recordable agreement that
assures that the designated operation and maintenance procedures will be faithfully executed.
Motion carried.
B. SC97-05 Winnetka Business Center, Brooklyn Park. Construction of a 5.93 acre office,
warehouse facility on an undeveloped acre site located on 68th Avenue North, approximately 430 feet east
of Winnetka Avenue. After development the site will be approximately 71 percent impervious. The lowest
floor elevation is well above the Commission's one -foot freeboard requirement. Site drainage from the site
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will be routed to one of two on-site detention ponds which meet the Commission's design standards for water
quality. The City is the LGU. A cash escrow, which was not required for review of this project, will be
returned to the developer. Motion by Quanbeck, second by Polzin directing the consultant to inform the City
of Brooklyn Park that approval of SC97-04 is hereby granted pending receipt of the following:
1. Legal documentation granting easements over ponding areas and other
hydrologic/hydraulic features.
2. An operations and maintenance plan which will maintain the outlet control structure
and permanent pool depths in the ponds. The plan shall be provided by the City in the form of a recordable
agreement that assures that the designated operation and maintenance procedures will be faithfully executed.
Motion carried.
VII. Local Plans. The Future Role Subcommittee will meet one hour prior to the June 12 Commission
meeting to discuss the Commission's role as cities adopt their local plans. In his April 11 memo, LeFevere
outlined the legal provisions applicable to the relationship between the Commission and its member
communities in such cases.
VIII. Other Business.
A. Twin Lakes/Ryan Lake. D'Andrea informed the Commission that this project should be
completed by next meeting.
B. 1998 Budget.
1. The Commission received letters from the Hennepin Conservation District and the
Minnesota Community Education Association requesting funding for river education/monitoring and youth
stewardship programs. Motion by Spector, second by Hanson to include in the budget a $4,000 line item for
Water Quality Education Motion carried. The Commission will notify these organizations that funds are
not available in 1997 but they will be considered for funding in 1998.
2. After further discussion and adjustments, motion by Hanson, second by Spector to
adopt the proposed 1998 budget. Motion carried. Total operating budget will be $172,350, with assessments
to the membership of $150,000.
C. 1996 Annual Report. Commissioners provided review and comment on the draft report.
An article on Fred Moore's service -to the Commission will be included. Motion by Spector, second by
Hanson to accept the report and submit it to BWSR. Motion carried.
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jlys A. Mooney
Recording Secretary
MAM: jaa
Environmental Quality
Committee Meeting
DATE: 05/13/97
Engineering Department
Hadley Lake Room
Plymouth City Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT: Martin Frank ABSENT: Bob Swanson ( Excused)
Bridgette Jodell
Jeffrey Johnson
Rita O'Donnell
David Shea
OTHERS PRESENT: Sandra M. Walline, Volunteer Secretary; John Barten, Hennepin
Parks; Shane Missaghi, Ex -Officio; And
Councilmember Ginny Black
(7:00) Call to Order - The meeting was called to order by Mr. Frank at 7:00 PM.
It was then suggested by Mr. Frank that the following changes be made to the Agenda:
• Items regarding Bassett Creek Watershed Update and Native & Aquatic Landscape Project
be tabled for the June meeting.
• Move Sustainable Communities to a discussion item.
• Insert recognition presentation as a discussion item.
• Insert Mr. Frank's Hamline presentation remarks as a discussion item.
• Discuss minute taking format.
(7:05) Review & Approval of Minutes - There were corrections and additions made to the
minutes of the April meeting. Mr. Frank moved, it was seconded by Mr. Johnson and
unanimously approved that the minutes be approved as corrected and subsequently distributed at
the June meeting.
(7:45) Water Resources Management Plan - Mr. Missaghi explained that the Plan has been
under review on a twice weekly basis since the last meeting but the review has not been
completed to date. It is hoped that the review of the policies and goals will be completed by next
week. Mr. Frank moved, it was seconded by Ms. O'Donnell and unanimously approved that a
copy of the review working materials, budgetary and time frame expectations for the Plan be
provided to the Committee at the June meeting.
There was discussion about the general progress being made on the Plan with concerns voiced
regarding budgetary outlines being met and the most appropriate approach in discussing the Plan
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with the public. It was suggested by Ms. Black that information on the Plan be shared with
appropriate groups as it becomes available.
(7:50) Environmental Fair Report - Mr. Frank reported that the Fair had been a great success
with an attendance of 600 - 800 people. It was suggested by Mr. Missaghi that there seemed to
be a need for more children's activities. Ms. O'Donnell volunteered to be responsible for
formally thanking staff members Who worked on the Fair.
(7:55) Plymouth Environmental Business Partnership (PBEP) - Mr. Missaghi stated that
work is progressing on the newsletter and that there are no new meetings scheduled for this
group at present.
(7:58) Fertilizer Sale - Mr. Missaghi reported that Ms. Jodell, Ms. O'Donnell and Mr. Frank had
volunteered to coordinate fertilizer sale activities for the morning of Saturday, May 17th and Mr.
Swanson and Mr. Shea had volunteered to coordinate those activities for the afternoon.
According to Mr. Missaghi, the sale will be held at the City of Plymouth Public Works building
at 23rd and Fernbook. There will be 500 - 600 40 pound bags of fertilizer available at $13.00
each. Ms. O'Donnell reminded the Committee that the phosphorous free pamphlets should be
distributed with the fertilizer.
(8:00) New Business
• Mr. Frank reported on his Hamline University Biology Class presentation of May 6th. He
also informed the Committee on the exemplary plant and bird study at multiple lake locations
currently underway by the Biology Class at Hamline.
• A special thank you to all volunteers was made by Mr. Missaghi through the presentation of
specially designed coffee mugs to volunteers present.
• Mr. Barten asked the Committee to support his request for a Metropolitan Council grant to
fund a water flow control study. This study already has the support of the -DNR, Hennepin
County, and the Hennepin Conservation District. Mr. Barten specifically asked that the
Committee direct a letter requesting support from the City Council prior to their May 28th
meeting. It was moved by Mr. Frank, seconded by Ms. Jodell and unanimously approved
that Mr. Missaghi present a letter to the City Council requesting their support of Mr. Barten's
study.
• Ms. O'Donnell advised the Committee of a meeting which would be held regarding the
undeveloped area of northwestern Plymouth. Mr. Frank and Mr. Shea agreed to attend the
meeting with Ms. O'Donnell and report back to the Committee on their observations.
• An extensive report was made by Ms. O'Donnell and Ms. Jodell regarding their Bassett
Creek canoe trip. This trip was made to document sediment build up, erosion control issues,
denuded slopes, residential and industrial littering. One of the key problem areas was found
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at Golden Valley Country Club which will be personally addressed by Ms. O'Donnell. A
follow up report will be made on this topic at the June meeting.
• Mr. Shea moved, it was seconded by Mr. Johnson and unanimously approved that the
Committee ask the four watershed committees and the one district to provide minutes to this
Committee for review and updating.
• It was recommended that David Johnson, Board of Soil and Water Resources, address the
June 10th meeting and that the meeting time therefore be reset for 6:00 P.M.
• Mr. Missaghi updated the Committee on the status of the open 1 st Ward position.
Ms. O'Donnell moved, it was seconded by Mr. Johnson and unanimously approved that
discussion on Sustainable Communities be tabled until the June meeting.
Mr. Johnson moved, it was seconded by Ms. Jodell and unanimously approved that the meeting
adjourn at 9:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra M. Walline
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Watershed Management Commission
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Judie A. Anderson
3001 Harbor Lane Ste. 150
Plymouth, MN 55447
Phone 612/553-1144
TECHNICAL ADVISOR
Hennepin Conservation District
10801 Wayzata Blvd. Ste. 240
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Phone 612/544-8572
MINUTES
May 14, 1997
I. The regular monthly meeting of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission was called
to order at 3:10 p.m., Wednesday, May 14, 1997, at Plymouth City Hall, Plymouth, MN, by
Chairman Ken Ashfeld. _
Those present were: Jesse Walizer, Champlin; Ken Guenthner, Corcoran; Shirley Slater,
Dayton; Gary Morrison, Hassan; Ken Ashfeld, Maple Grove; Pat Klise, Medina; Dan Faulkner,
Plymouth; Ali Durgunoglu, HCD; Tom Scott, Attorney; John Barten, Hennepin Parks; and Judie
Anderson, Executive Secretary.
Also present: Bob Derus, Corcoran.
11. Minutes. Motion by Klise, second by Walizer to approve the minutes of the April meeting.
Motion carried.
III. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Morrison, second by Faulkner to approve the "updated May
14" Treasurer's Report and pay the bills. Motion carried.
1996 Audit Report. Motion by Klise, second by Walizer to accept the audit report. Motion
carried. Anderson will transmit the report to the State Auditor. _
IV. Correspondence.
A. The Commissioners received the following:
1. Copy of 1996 Elm Creek WMO Annual Report. The District Office has
mailed a copy to BWSR.
2. April 8 Flood Response Survey from BWSR. Survey responses were -
requested by May 2.
B. Anderson distributed a copy of Maple Grove's Gravel Mining Area Plan. Copies are
available to those requesting them.
V. Water Quality.
A. Watershed Outlet Monitoring Program. An executed copy of the 1997 grant
agreement was returned to the Commission office May 5. Anderson noted receipt of $9,342 from
Metropolitan Council as proceeds of the grant.
CHAMPLIN • CORCORAN • DAYTON • HASSAN • MAPLE GROVE • MEDINA • PLYMOUTH
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May 14, 1997
page 2
1. Elm Creek Gauging Station. Morrison moved and Walizer seconded a motion
to authorize the expenditure of $1400 to purchase the GOES satellite radio system. (This is a
component of the WOMP grant.) Motion carried. Durgunoglu also indicated that the station had been
vandalized and must be repaired.
2. Macroinvertebrate Monitoring and Education Project. HCD held two
training sessions for the teachers. Advanced training was conducted April 28. Teachers practiced
macroinvertebrates identification and were introduced to watershed evaluation. Six lesson plans were
provided, including studies about watersheds, drainage, land use, and best management practices. The
session on April 29 provided basic training where teachers were taught sampling, habitat assessment
and identification protocols. Spring monitoring is scheduled for May 7.
3. Precipitation Gauge Network. Gauge installations are completed. One more
gauge is planned for the City Hall in Corcoran... .. _.. _ ..._ .
C. Hennepin Parks Cooperative Agreement. HCD, Barten and Anderson will work
together to draft a successor agreement.
D. Lake Monitoring. Monitoring of Fish, Weaver and Sylvan Lakes was started in April
and will continue through October.
E. Twin Cities Water Quality Initiative Grant Application. Last year the Commission
discussed applying for a TCWQI grant to install best management practices to protect and improve the
quality of streams in the watershed. Initially, $7,000 was budgeted for 1997. An application similar
to one submitted by the Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed Management Commission would be submitted
to Metropolitan Council. Pioneer -Sarah Creek WMO received a $100,000 grant. HCD staff believe
the same program would be beneficial in the Elm Creek Watershed.
The Natural Resources Conservation Service and HCD would be willing to be
contributing sponsors. In order to apply for a $100,000 grant, a match of $33,334 is needed. The
suggested budget for a three year period is as follows:
Grant $100,000
Elm Creek WMO 20,000
HCD (In kind) 10,000
NRCS (In kind) 7,000
TOTAL $137,000
Of this amount, a minimum of $50,000 cash would go to landowners for installing best management
practices. The remainder would be used to provide technical assistance to the landowners, provide
education materials, monitor the water and administer the grant. A proposed work plan and budget
was included in HCD's April 29 Status Report. The application is due May 30th. Motion by Walizer,
second by Klise to authorize and expenditure of $20,000 -- $7,000 in 1997, $7,000 in 1998, and
$6,000 -- as its share of a $100,000 TCWQI grant for an Elm Creek stream improvement project.
Motion carried.
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page 3
VI. Wetland Conservation Act.
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A. 95-020 Castle Ridge Estates, Hassan. Revised plans have been received and found
to meet the Commission's requirements. HCD recommends approval of the stormwater drainage plan
contingent upon receipt of a wetland mitigation plan, financial sureties and WCA deed declaration.
Motion by Morrison, second by Klise to approve the recommendation of the District Office. Motion
carried.
B. 95-038 7203 Old Settlers Road, Corcoran. The case was dismissed by the Hennepin
County Attorney's Office, which cited lack of documentation.
In the future, the attorney recommended that we have a formal delineation for every
violation, regardless of the size of impact, even when the deminimus exemption obviously does not
apply: We also must.document every correspondence, including phone conversations, with memos
to the file. A handout to the cities should be prepared to send with permit applications informing them
of their obligations under WCA-. Lastly, information on the cost of restoration should be provided.
C. 96-019 Mike Kariniemi, Corcoran. The wetland mitigation completed under
Resolution 96-0508 was inspected on April 15, 1997. The inspection found that the majority of the
mitigation work was satisfactorily completed and an additional amount of soil removal on the western
edge will complete the mitigation. The $2,500 escrow payment for mitigation will not be required.
Kariniemi will provide a $5,000 letter of credit the first year to cover the monitoring requirement.
A cash escrow will be provided in years 2-5. He must also provide a WCA deed declaration.
D. 96-069 Keefe Schunk, Corcoran. This project involves the fill of approximately
5,000 SF of DNR wetland. Since the site inspection in October, several unsuccessful attempts have
been made to contact Schunk. HCD will contact Schunk by registerdd letter and also notify the DNR
of the situation.
E. 96-078 Greg Ebert, Corcoran. This project created a ditch which subsequently
effectively drained a type 2 wetland approximately five acres in size. The site was inspected April 22,
with Ebert and his representative, Frank Svoboda. At that time, two options were presented to Ebert
re restoration of this violation: 1) mitigate for the five acres determined to be impacted through the
1995 delineation and aerial photography, or 2) hire a consultant to perform a re -delineation of the site,
submit it to the HCD for consideration and allow the HCD to perform a site inspection. At that time,
HCD will either accept or reject the delineation. These options were also summarized in an April 24,
1997 letter to Ebert. No reply has been received. HCD will set a deadline by which appropriate
response must be received.
F. 97-015 Todd Estrem, Corcoran. Approximately 5,000 SF of fill was placed in a
type 1 wetland to build a pole barn, a driveway to the barn and to landscape the surrounding area.
A 2,000 SF deminimus exemption applies. A site inspection was performed April 15. At that time,
the landowner was told to cease filling in the wetland. A letter was sent April 24 informing the
landowner that he is in violation of WCA and requesting access to the property to enable HCD staff
to perform a formal delineation and prepare a restoration order. To date, HCD has not received a
response from the landowner.
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May 14, 1997
page 4
G. Motion by Slater, second by Faulkner to authorize payment of $60 registration fee for
HCD to attend BWSR Wetland Conservation Act Administrative Training in May. Motion carried.
H. District notified F. M. Frattalone Excavating & Grading, Inc. of Commission's new
policy for accepting banking or mitigation credits from outside the watershed or county.
VII. Project Review.
A. 97-009 BioSensor, Maple Grove. This is a two-phase commercial development
within the Fish Lake Drainage Basin, which is a designated Critical Lake Drainage Basin and,
therefore, requires a water quality treatment pond. However, the first phase development is not
proposing a pond, due to its small size. The District approved the first phase development with strict
monitoring downstream of the discharge point. For the second and final phase either a pond will be
required, or all the stormwater runoff from the site will be routed to a -regional pond. -The second
phase plan will need to be approved by the Commission.
B. 97-013 Elm Creek Bike/Hike Trail Parking Lot.: Hennepin Parks is proposing to
build a 0.25 acre parking lot to access the trail system. Because of its small size, water quality
treatment is not required. However, filling within the floodplain will occur. The Parks is preparing
the details of mitigation. HCD recommended approval contingent upon review of the final mitigation
plan. Motion by Klise, second by Walizer to approve the recommendations of the District Office.
Motion carried.
C. 97-014 Nottingham Parkway, Maple Grove. New road construction between Bass
Lake Road and Dunkirk Lane, along Elm Creek. The existing bridge on Elm Creek will be abandoned
(or used as a trail) and a new bridge will be built on Elm Creek. The District, DNR, and the City
have discussed several options, and the impacts of the construction of the road and bridge. Model
studies show that the road and the bridge will not impact the floodway of the creek. The DNR has
also indicated that the plan meets their requirements but will have to go through their permitting
process. A floodway amendment will be required through FEMA. There will be some floodplain fill
and a mitigation plan is being prepared. The plan also incorporates water quality treatment ponds and
wetland ponds. Wetland ponds are designed shallow ponds to mimic wetlands where space restrictions
do not allow NURP ponds. HCD recommended approval of the floodplain and floodway mitigation
plan, contingent upon review of final mitigation plans. Motion by Klise, second by Walizer to approve
the recommendations of the District Office. Motion carried.
VIII. Other Business.
A. Presentation to Derus. Ashfeld presented Bob Derus with a plaque commemorating
his years of service on the Commission. He has served as representative from Corcoran since 1982.
B. Motion by Klise, second by Walizer to authorize payment of the auditor's bill of $300.
Motion carried.
C. TCWQI Grant. Hennepin Parks is making application for a grant to conduct a study
to determine changes in the hydrology of the creek as watershed development continues. The primary
goal of the project will be to protect the natural resource values and minimize pollutant flux in the
creek. Barten has requested a letter of support from the Commission. Motion by Faulkner, second
by Morrison to authorize such a letter. Motion carried.
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page 5
D. 1998 Budget. Anderson presented a draft budget for 1998. Carolyn Dindorf from
HCD, Ashfeld, Morrison and Anderson will comprise a committee to formulate a budget for the June
meeting. Anderson will call the members to set up a meeting for this purpose.
IX. Informational Items. The following items are listed for informational purposes only and
required .no action by the Commission.
A. 95-024 Soo Line East, Plymouth. No new information.
B. 96-044 E%IE Trucking, Dayton. No new information.
C. 96-047 Burnet Realty (Northern Tier Limited), Maple Grove. Requested revisions.
D. 96-062 Lenz 2nd Addition, Dayton. Approved April 15, 1997.
E. 96-065 Mega Homes, Dayton. No new information.
F. 96-068 Sharp Construction, Inc., Hassan. No new information.
G. 96-070 . Tavis Metal and Fabrication, Hassan. No new information. - Contingent
approval given.
H. 96-072 Steine Cold Storage, Inc., Corcoran. The District is waiting for the resolution
of issue on the DNR setback requirement from the Rush Creek tributary.
I. 96-073 Jack & Cheryl Addition Stormwater, Corcoran. The District is waiting for the
resolution of issue on the DNR setback requirement from the Rush Creek tributary.
J. 96-076 P & F Machining, Dayton. No new information.
K. 96-079 Town and Country First Addition, Maple Grove. The District has not receive
detailed plans. Recommend no action at this time.
L. 96-080 Nottingham, Maple Grove. Approved April 15, 1997.
M. 97-003 Huntingwood Farms East, Maple Grove. No new information.
N. 97-005 Weber Property Bank Erosion on Crow River, Hassan. Two more property
owners have indicated willingness to participate in the bank stabilization project. The District led the
owners' agent towards State Revolving Funds program for financing the project. Also more
information was requested for stream bank toe protection.
O. 97-007 Rush Creek Temporary Crossing at Villages of Rush Creek, Maple Grove.
Waiting for the final approval of the DNR permit. I -
P. 97-008 Plum Tree 3rd Addition, Plymouth. Approved April 29, 1997.
Q. 97-010 Medina Industrial 4th Warehouse, Medina. Approved April 22, 1997.
R. 97-011 Conor Meadows Plat 2, Plymouth. Plans are being reviewed.
S. 97-012 Foxberry Farms 4th Addition, Medina. Plans are being reviewed.
T. 97-016 Wingard Addition, Dayton. HCD notified City that this project did not require
review.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Executive Secretary
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SHINGLE CUM.( WATERSHED MHNFGEMENT COMMISSION
3001 Harbor Lane • Suite 150 • Plymouth, MN 55447
Telephone (612)553-1144 • FAX (612)553-9326 '
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MINUTES
June 12, 1997
A meeting of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission was called to order by Chair Maria
D'Andrea on Thursday, June 12, 1997, at 12:45 p.m. at Lancer at Edinburgh (formerly the Saint
Andrews Club), 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, MN.
Present were: Diane Spector, Brooklyn Center; Kevin Larson, Brooklyn Park; Gerry Butcher, Maple
Grove; Jodi Polzin, Minneapolis; Mark Hanson, New Hope; Ron Quanbeck, Plymouth;
Maria D'Andrea, Robbinsdale; Steve Woods and Eric Thompson, Montgomery Watson;
Curt Pearson and Charlie LeFevere, Kennedy & Graven; and Judie Anderson, Recording
Secretary.
Also present: Arong Lu, Van Sickle Allen & Assocs., and Jim Carver and James Stuebner, Five Star
Realty, for Project Review SC97-04; and Steve Binek, ArchTech Ltd., and Joseph
Fornara and Judy Fornara, Spiritual Life Church, for Project Review SC97-07.
I. Minutes. Motion by Larson, second by Quanbeck, to approve the minutes of the May meeting of
the Commission. Motion carried.
II. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Spector, second by Butcher to approve the Treasurer's Report.
Motion carried.
Motion by Spector; second by Quanbeck to accept the 1996 Audit Report. Motion carried.
Anderson will transmit to the State Auditor and to BWSR.
III. Approval of Claims. Motion by Spector, second by Polzin to approve claims totaling
$17,790.47. Claims were approved by roll call vote: ayes - Spector, Larson, Butcher, Polzin, Hanson,
Quanbeck, and D'Andrea; nays - none; absent - Crystal and Osseo.
IV. Correspondence. The Commissioners reviewed the following:
A. Communications Log. No action was required.
B. Notice of course, "Hydric Soils and Wetland Environments," sponsored by the
University of Wisconsin, River Falls.
V. Water Quality. Thompson reported that lake monitoring has begun. The City of Robbinsdale
will sample Crystal Lake. No volunteer could be found to sample Magda Lake, so it will be eliminated
from the program.
BROOKLYN CENTER • BROOKLYN PARK • CRYSTAL • MAPLE GROVE • MINNEAPOLIS • NEW HOPE • OSSEO • PLYMOUTH • ROBBINSDALE
Minutes
June 12, 1997
page 2
VL Project Reviews.
A. SC97-04 Star Realty, Brooklyn Park. Construction of a hotel -restaurant -day care
facility on an undeveloped 7.46 acre site located in the southeast quadrant of Boone Avenue and Northland
Court. The site is located adjacent to Shingle Creek and DNR wetland 564W. The City is the LGU.
After development approximately 3.2 acres of impervious area will be created. The lowest floor elevation
is well above the Commission's one -foot freeboard requirement. At an earlier time, the DNR acquired a
nearly two acre conservation easement on the eastern edge of the site adjacent to Shingle Creek. Per the
applicant, this and other site constraints, including. parking requirements by the City, have reduced the
buildable area to 3.75 acres, resulting in insufficient room in which to construct a stormwater treatment
pond without going into the DNR easement area. The Developer has requested a variance from the
Commission's stormwater treatment standards and submitted the required escrow.
Approximately 2.25 acres of the site will drain via a new storm sewer to a proposed
"stormceptor" stormwater treatment device. A stormceptor is created by inserting a low flow bypass into
an eight foot manhole. The bypass routes low flows into the manhole sump, providing some sediment
trapping and skimming of oils. (The Commission's engineer provided a comparison of the treatment
efficiency of the stormceptor [textbook data] to a stormwater pond.) This project was tabled at the
Commission's May meeting pending investigation into the feasibility of converting the onsite regional
pond into a retrofit water quality pond. The Applicant has contacted DNR and received a negative
response to this alternative. A second alternative, involving a stormwater pond located within the DNR
conservation easement, was also denied. The Applicant is asking the Commission to reconsider its
original submittal which incorporates use of the stormceptor.
Motion by Butcher, second by Quanbeck directing the Commission's Attorney and
Technical Adviser to prepare a Resolution of Denial of the variance request with findings and to inform
the City of Brooklyn Park that approval of SC97-04 is hereby tabled pending receipt of the following:
1. Calculations comparing water quality treatment efficiency of proposed stormceptor
to a stormwater detention pond designed according to Commission standards operating under 1 -year, 12 -
hour design storm (2" rainfall).
2. Legal documentation granting easements over wetlands, floodplain, and other
hydrologic/hydraulic features.
3. An Operations and Maintenance Plan which will maintain the stormceptor and
other stormwater facilities. The plan shall be provided to the City in the form of a recordable agreement
that assures that the designated operation and maintenance procedures will be faithfully executed.
Motion carried.
B. SC97-06 Select Comfort, Plymouth. Construction of .3 acres of new parking area and
reconstruction of .5 acres of existing parking area on an existing 10.7 acre office building site, part of
Bass Creek Business Park (SC90-10), located at 6105 Trenton Lane North. Drainage from the site
expansion will be tied into an existing storm sewer draining east to Pond 2. The additional .04 ac -ft of
volume required for this project is more than adequately met in the existing pond. 1994 as -built plans
confirm that Pond 2 was built in conformance with the 1990 approval. Motion by Butcher, second by
Polzin directing the Consultant to inform the City of Plymouth that approval of SC97-06 is hereby
granted.
Motion carried.
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C. SC97-07 Spiritual Life Church, Brooklyn Center. Construction of a church facility on
a four acre parcel located in the southwest quadrant of Shingle Creek Parkway and Xerxes Avenue. (This
site was previously reviewed as SC88-14, which included the current site plus a 1.6 acre site to the
southeast. The drainage from both parcels was treated in an on-site detention pond located on both
properties which was designed in accordance with the Commission's standards.) The current submittal
proposes reducing the size of the pond to construct a parking lot and driveway. A second smaller pond
will be added to the north of the site to provide some rate control for site runoff. The proposed
Stormwater Management Plan will not conform to Commission requirements for this site or the 1.6 acre
site. The applicant wishes to completely fill a 408 SF Type 2 wetland on the site. This activity is exempt
from the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) under deminimis. The Commission is the LGU for the City
of Brooklyn Center.
Motion by Spector, second by Polzin directing the consultant to advise the City of
Brooklyn Center that the WCA exception is approved, further that the City is requested and directed to
work with the Applicant and the Commission's Engineer to assure that the 1988 approval of this site and
the standards for approval have been met and, further, that approval of SC97-07 is hereby tabled with
authorization for the Commission's Engineer's approval pending receipt of the following:
1. A Stormwater Management Plan including provisions for treatment of stormwater
quality in conformance with Commission standards.
2. An Erosion Control Plan.
3. An Operations and Maintenance Plan which will maintain the outlet control
structure and permanent pool depth in the stormwater treatment pond. The plan shall be provided to the
City in the form of a recordable agreement that assures that the designated operation and maintenance
procedures will be faithfully executed.
Motion carried.
D. SC97-08 5000 Winnetka 2nd, New Hope. Construction of a warehouse facility on a 9.6
acre site (Lot 2, Block 1) located at 7300 49th Avenue North. The adjacent site (Lot 1) was developed
under SC94-3. Site drainage from Lot 1 is treated through use of a pond located on Lot 2. This pond will
be expanded to treat the runoff from 2.1 acres of the proposed development. A second on-site pond will
be constructed to treat the remaining 3.9 acres, including roof drainage. The pond design configuration
will treat runoff from 100% of the site in conformance with City NURP requirements. All pond
discharges are to a large jurisdictional wetland north of the site, designated as City Pond SC -P4.9, not
constructed. Currently landlocked, this wetland will eventually outlet east through Crystal to Twin Lake.
The lowest proposed floor elevation satisfies the Commission's one foot freeboard requirement. There are
no wetland or floodplain impacts associated with this project. Motion by Quanbeck, second by Hanson
directing the consultant to advise the City of New Hope that approval of SC97-08 is hereby granted,
pending receipt of the following:
. 1. An Operations and Maintenance Plan which will maintain the outlet control
structure and permanent pool depth in the stormwater treatment pond. The plan shall be provided to the
City in the form of a recordable agreement that assures that the designated operation and maintenance
procedures will be faithfully executed.
Motion carried.
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page 4
VII. Local Plans. The Future Role Subcommittee met prior to the general meeting to discuss the
Commission's role as cities adopt their local plans. D'Andrea reported that the Subcommittee had
reached a consensus and directed Commission staff to draft a policy in the form of a resolution for review
by the Subcommittee prior to the July general meeting. They anticipate bringing the resolution to the full
Commission at that time.
VIII. Other Business.
A. Twin Lakes/Ryan Lake. D'Andrea informed the Commission that the agreement has
been transmitted to the attorney for the City of Robbinsdale and that the contractor will begin work next
week.
B. Spector reported that the Governor has signed into law funding for a $2 million grant for
the Shingle Creek regional pond, contingent upon receipt of plans for the redevelopment of Brookdale.
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 2:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Recording Secretary
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMIVIISSION MINUTES
JULY 229 1997
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe
(arrived at 7:07 p.m.), Bob Stein, Roger Berkowitz, and
Kim Koehnen
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner John Stoebner and Jeff Thompson
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt,
Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Planners Kendra
Lindahl, Shawn Drill, and John Rask, Finance Director
Dale Hahn, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical
Supervisor Denise Hutt
1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. PUBLIC FORUM:
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
MOTION by Commissioner Berkowitz, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen to
approve the July 8, 1997 Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION
approved unanimously.
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
A. MODIFICATIONS TO '.''DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 7 AND TO TAX INCREMENT
FINANCING PLANS
MOTION by Commissioner KOehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stein
recommending that the modifications to the Development Plan and Tax Increment Plans
are found to be in conformance with the general plan for the development and
redevelopment of the City of Plymouth as a whole. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION
approved unanimously.
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July 22, 1997
Page #165
B. ENVIRONMENTAL STRUCTURES, INC. (97098)
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stein
recommending approval of a Site Plan Amendment for. Environmental Structures, Inc.
for a building and parking expansion for JP Foodservice, Inc., located at 9605-54`,
Avenue North. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. BAKER PARTNERS, INC. (97070)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Baker Partners, Inc. for a Land Use
Guide Plan Amendment to reguide from IP (Planned Industrial) to C (Commercial),
Rezoning from I-1 (Light Industrial District) and I-2 (General Industrial District) to
PUD (Planned Unit Development), Preliminary Plat, and Planned Unit Development
General Plan for 45,400 square feet of retail space and a 9,800 square foot expansion
of the existing Burnet building for property located north of Rockford Road between
Berkshire Lane and I-494.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the July 16, 1997 staff report. Planner Drill
presented a revised Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan Resolution stating that
Condition #4 was modified to clarify the types of uses that would be permitted in the
retail portion of the PUD, and a revised Ordinance reflecting the change in the
resolution.
Commissioner Ribbe asked about the proposed landscaping off-site. Planner Drill
explained that the landscape plan indicates 15 to 20 trees on the property to the north in
which they would have to gain an easement. The landscaping is for buffering
purposes.
Commissioner iehnen questioned the fire lane Variance mentioned in the applicant's
letter. Planner Drill replied that if a Variance is warranted, it would be reviewed by
the City Council. He stated that generally if the building is sprinkled, they could be
exempt. Director Hurlburt added that if the fire lane Variance would affect the Site
Plan, staff would bring the issue forth for discussion.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Linda Fisher, 1500 Norwest Financial Center,
representing the petitioner. Ms. Fisher stated that they have been working with city
staff for several months and have made numerous changes per comments from the
Development Review Committee. Ms. Fisher said that Baker Partners is in the process
of purchasing the land, and does not anticipate any problems with the easement. She
stated that they concurred with the staff report.
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Chairman Stulberg introduced Bill Baker of 1100 Urbandale, the petitioner. Mr. Baker
commented that the site is unique, being at an intersection such as I-494 and County
Road 9, a major arterial street. He said the location makes the site better suited for
retail rather than industrial. Mr. Baker stated that the project has involved several
owners, including Burnet Realty to make it an integral site. Mr. Baker presented an
elevation plan. He stated that the design of the project takes on the look and feel of an
older established retail site in the metropolitan area. Their intent is to create a site
where people will spend a little more time rather than just running errands. There will
be varying building heights, canvas awnings of various colors, ornamental lighting, a
variety of store fronts with window boxes, and a brick paver sidewalk pattern. Mr.
Baker also presented the landscape plan, indicating a patio area with outdoor seating
for customers of the retail shopping center and Burnet Realty.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Berkowitz
recommending approval of a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment for Baker Partners,
Inc. for property located north of Rockford Road, between I-494 and Berkshire Lane.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommending
approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 (Zoning Ordinance) of the City Code
to classify certain lands located north of Rockford Road, between I-494 and Berkshire
Lane, and the Findings of Fact for Rezoning of land located north of Rockford Road,
between I-494 and Berkshire Lane. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved
unanimously.
MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe recommending
approval of a Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan for Baker Partners, Inc. for
property located north of Rockford Road between I-494 and Berkshire Lane. Roll Call
Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
Commissioner Ribbe commended the petitioner on the look of the project, and stated
that it would fit nicely with the area.
B. LANDFORM ENGINEERING CO./PIKE LAKE WOODS, INC. (97079)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the Land Use Guide Plan Amendment from C
(Commercial) to C (Commercial) and LA -2 (Living Area 2), Rezoning from C-2 and
FRD to PUD, Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan for property located north of
Bass Lake Road, east of Hemlock Lane, west of Zachary Lane and south of the Eagle
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Lake Regional Park. The plan includes 17 townhouses and one existing commercial
building.
Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the July 18, 1997 staff report.
Commissioner Ribbe asked if there would be any changes to the commercial site, other
than landscaping. Planner Lindahl replied negatively.
Commissioner Berkowitz asked if the proposed street feeding into the development will
be rebuilt. Planner Lindahl replied that the street will be upgraded from the curb cut at
Bass Lake Road.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Steve Johnston, President of Landform Engineering Co.,
representing Tom Belting for Pike Lake Woods. Mr. Johnston stated that this project
will generally be the same as Park Lake Woods. The existing access road to the
commercial building and residential area will be rebuilt from Bass Lake Road. There
may be potential expansion of the commercial building and the parking lot, but there is
no intention of that at this time. Mr. Johnston stated that Mr. Belting is looking for a
different investor to purchase the commercial piece of property. Mr. Johnston stated
that they concurred with the staff report, but had some clarification issues regarding the
Engineer's Memo. Pertaining to Item #26 D., Mr. Johnston stated that they have
located the document granting easement from Hennepin County Parks and will be filing
it. Pertaining to Item #26 E., Mr. Johnston stated that they will stop grading prior to
reaching the adjacent property. Mr. Johnston stated his concern regarding Item #26 A.
pertaining to a permanent cul-de-sac. Mr. Johnston stated that providing a permanent
cul-de-sac would cause inconsistent setbacks for the lots along the western portion of
the site. He asked staff to reconsider that condition.
City Engineer Faulkner stated that an alternative would be to build them and have a
Variance for those setbacks. He commented that the issue could be discussed before
the application goes to City Council. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that there was
some initial misunderstanding about what property is involved, but staff could come to
some resolution on the issue before the application moves forward. Chairman Stulberg
asked what would happen to the setbacks if'there is a permanent cul-de-sac, as required
in the Engineer's Memo. Planner Lindahl replied that the issue is for Lots 2 and 3 on
south side of street, which are interior lots, and there is some flexibility. Chairman
Stulberg commented that no matter which way it goes, it has no affect on the outside
neighborhood. Planner Lindahl stated that phase two would be addressed at a separate
point.
Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing.
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Chairman Stulberg introduced Elizabeth Hendricks of 11510 57' Avenue North. Ms.
Hendricks questioned the need for further development of townhomes in the area. She
stated that the development would take away buffer from the regional park land, which
would put a strain on the wildlife. Ms. Hendricks asked what the purchase price of the
townhomes would be.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Bruce Karstadt, representing the American Swedish
Institute. Mr. Karstadt stated that the American Swedish Institute owns the 8.5 acre
parcel to the west adjoining this site. He said that they just signed a purchase
agreement with G & P Properties, and they intend to build a senior housing
development. Mr. Karstadt stated that he hopes it can be harmonious with the
proposed townhomes.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Jun Otto of 5914 Goldenrod Lane. Mr. Otto had
already left the meeting.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mike Gould, President of G & P Properties. Mr. Gould
indicated that they just signed a purchase agreement, and are interested in developing a
senior continuum care campus on the site. He said that Plymouth needs this type of
housing, and they hope to present a plan within the next 90 days. Mr. Gould hoped
that there could be some joint efforts that. could take place between the two
developments, and that the townhome proposal does not prohibit their proposal
regarding utilities and streets.
Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing.
In response to Mr. Gould's comments, City Engineer Faulkner stated that city staff
looks at each proposal with the intent of development on surrounding parcels and
prepares the Engineer's Memo accordingly.
Mr. Johnston stated that the price range for the proposed townhomes will be similar to
Park Lake Woods, and will start at approximately $250,000. He said that the existing
significant tree line along east property line will for the most part, remain in place.
Some trees along the southern edge of the property and the middle of site will be
moved and compensated for. There will be a significant amount of trees along Bass
Lake Road. Planner Lindahl stated that there would be less reforestation required
under a commercial guiding, and the applicant is proposing significantly more than
what is required.
Mr. Johnston is confident that the market is strong for this type of project. Based on
sales at Park Lake Woods, there is a lot of interest in this area, and a strong "empty -
nester" need for this area.
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Chairman Stulberg asked if the petitioner looked at developing the site as commercial.
Mr. Johnson replied that the existing commercial has been there fora long time and
never flourished, and there is the concern with building five acres of commercial.
Director Hurlburt asked if Mr. Gould had looked at the possibility of the extension of
the street from the townhome proposal. Mr. Gould responded that they have not yet
layed out a plan, so they don't know if it would be feasible.
Commissioner Koehnen asked where else would they have access to the property.
Director Hurlburt replied that Bass Lake Road may be one alternative.
Commissioner Berkowitz asked what similar projects are being constructed now. Mr.
Johnston replied that there are two projects: Park Lake Woods on 18°i Avenue and
French Ridge Park off of Northwest Boulevard. Commissioner Berkowitz stated his
image of the French Ridge project is unbuilt lots after two years. Mr. Johnston
commented that the preference for Park Lake Woods has slowed the development of
French Ridge. Mr: Johnston stated that the market is strong for this type of project.
Director Hurlburt asked if the topography of the adjoining property had been looked at
when Mr. Belting tried to purchase it. Mr. Johnston replied affirmatively, stating that
it is a very difficult site, but it would have been feasible to extend the street through.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommending
approval of a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment for Pike Lake Woods, Inc. for
property located north of Bass lake Road, east of Hemlock Lane, west of Zachary Lane
and south of Eagle Lake Regional Park.
Commissioner Koehnen commented that the role of the Planning Commission is to
decide if a proposal meets the guidelines. She commented that hopefully the proposal
will meet the needs of the developer and the residents.
Commissioner Ribbe stated that the proposal is much more complimentary than what
could have been developed under commercial guiding.
Roll Call Vote. 5.Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen
recommending approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to
classify certain lands located north of Bass Lake Road, east of Hemlock Lake, west of
Zachary Lane, and south of Eagle Lake Regional Park as PUD; Findings of Fact for
Rezoning for Pike Lake Woods, Inc. for property located north of Bass Lake Road,
east of Hemlock Lane, west of Zachary. Lane, and south of Eagle Lake Regional Park;
Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan for Pike Lake Woods, Inc. for property
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located north of Bass Lake Road, east of Hemlock Lane, west of Zachary Lane, and
south of Eagle Lake Regional Park.
Commissioner Berkowitz noted his slight reservation because of the French Ridge
development on Northwest Boulevard not being sold. He questions if the market will
support the project, and is hesitant about having empty lots, but noted his reservations
are not enough to vote against the proposal.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously.
C. GERALD HARTY (97081)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Gerald Harry for a Variance from side
yard setbacks to construct an attached 15 x 24 foot garage for property located at 2530
West Medicine Lake Drive.
Planner Rask gave an overview of the July 16, 1997 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Gerald Harry, the petitioner. Mr. Harty stated that the
hardship is due to the shape of the property. He said that the garage would be
symmetrical with the lot.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommend
approval of Side Yard Setback Variances for Gerald Harty for property located at 2530
West Medicine Lake Drive. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved
unanimously.
D. JOHN & KAREN GRAY (97087)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by John & Karen Gray for an Interim Use
Permit to deposit 600 cubic yards of fill to extend an existing berm by 100 -feet onto a
vacant property east of 4460 Comstock Lane North on Old kockford Road.
Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the July 17, 1997 staff report.
Commissioner Berkowitz asked what happens to the Interim Use Permit if the site is
developed. Director Hurlburt commented that the Interim Use Permit is for the
depositing of fill. Planner Lindahl stated that the applicant has 180 days to begin, and
the Interim Use Permit does not need to be renewed annually.
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Commissioner Berkowitz asked if the emergency access goes through the vacant lot.
Director Hurlburt responded that it was on the lot to the east, but the City Council
removed that condition.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ron. Anderson, representing the petitioner. Mr.
Anderson stated the applicants will try and save some trees and do some boulder work
on the berm. He said the at the berm is for buffering from traffic on Rockford Road.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe
recommending approval of an Interim Use Permit for John and Karen Gray for deposit
of 600 cubic yards of fill at property located east of 4460 Comstock Lane North. Roll
Call Vote. 5. Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
Staff and Commission reviewed upcoming meetings and items tentatively scheduled.
Commissioner Berkowitz asked staff to look at moving up easier items on the agenda to
be heard first.
MOTION by Commissioner Stein, seconded by Commissioner Berkowitz to adjourn.
5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at
9:00 P.M.
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PLYMOUTH+
Robert Held
17410 34th Ave N
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Held:
Mayor Tierney has forwarded your letter regarding skate board parks to me for review and
comment. Your letter is quite accurate in that there appears to be a growing need and interest
for this type of facility in our community. Within this past year, we have worked with local
businesses, school districts and have had meetings with numerous other cities to discuss this
issue.
The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission has also been reviewing this and has been
picking up literature from various facilities around the country and studying the cost impact. In
the next few months, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission is going to be working on
their five year capital improvement program. My guess is that the Commission will be
including money in their capital improvement budget for a skateboard park, which they will
then forward to the City Council.
Sincerely,
& JAWA�f
Eric J. Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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cc: City Manager
PLYMOUTH A Beau tilu(Place 'To Live
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000
City Council
Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Council Members:
July 22, 1997
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I am writing to express my opinion upon the need for skateboarding facilities here in our
community. Skateboarding is a very physically demanding activity, and the number of kids
participating is growing at a remarkable rate.
Last month our family traveled to Columbus Ohio to visit relatives. We observed that the
city of Columbus had built a skatepark and use is free of charge. The facility is viewed as a
playground, a playground for older kids.
It all of a sudden hit me that here in Plymouth, we spend all sorts of money equipping
lavish playgrounds for our children when they are young. Once they become teenagers we tend
to ignore their changing needs for recreation. I know we have baseball and soccer fields but
these are used primarily by organized groups. I have a feeling that if we looked at the cost to
construct the average activity/play structure that we build for toddlers we will find quite a
disproportionate amount of dollars are spent in relation to what is being spent on our
adolescent youths.
The Columbus facility was little more than a fenced in area that had a moderate in ground
skateboard run, an above ground '6 pipe and another ramp. Picnic tables under a covered area
provided escape from the sun, and if you wanted something to drink you brought a cooler
along. Nothing elaborate.
I would like the city to recognize the recreational needs of our adolescent citizens and
vigorously pursue building a modest skateboarding facility to better round out our city's park
and recreation offerings.
Sincerely,
Robert Held
Plymouth Resident
17410 34TH AVE. N. • PLYMOUTH / MN • 55447
PHONE: 476-4497
MAJOR ISSUES LIST
Updates as of August 8,1997 in BOLD
Item
Comment
First or Next
Offcial Action
1 Hans Hagen Development
Neighborhood meeting was held June 3rd. Hagen has
August 12th PC
extended review deadline to Sept. 19th.
2 Gramercy Park
New site plan received showing smaller building footprint, and
August 26th PC
more preservation of tree and wetland buffers.
3 Cellular antennas -Plymouth Middle School
New application made for 132' antenna on commercial property to east.
US West to co -locate on this tower, if approved.
Approved.
4 Rottlund Development -Senior Housing
New plan received with no single family homes. Plan submitted
August 12th PC
has insufficient parking. Senior Citizen complex still planned.
5 Town and Country-reguiding LA -2 vs. LA -3
Hearing postponed by applicant. Wafting for traffic study.
August 12th PC
Traffic Study underway for alternative site access points.
6 Shenandoah Apartment Complex
Original proposal of 105 units re -designed to 64 units.
Approved.
Approved at PC and CC. Possible TIF financing next
7 Shenandoah Townhomes Financing Request
Ordinance creating Housing Area passed June 18th. 45 day
protest period started. Council directed bond issue option.
8 LifeTime Fftness/Plymouth Ice Arena
Estimated costs have increased another $185,000.
See memo In August 8th packet
9 Activity Center
RFP deadline for architects Is 8/6. Interviews tentatively 8/18.
Approve architect
District 281 and 284 expressed interest in a Family Resource Center
in August
10 New High SchooUPeony Bridge Project
Bridge complete except painting; road and utilitites by August 1 st
Will be limited to two lanes until next year due to sewer settling.
11 Harbor Lane Street Reconstruction
Bids received and under budget. Contract awarded May 28th
Construction began July 7th.
12 Ridgemount Street Reconstruction
Contract awarded June 18th. Construction began June 25th.
13 Vicksburg Street Reconstruction
Project approved 6/4. Plans approved June 18. Bids received and
Bids July 23 meeting
under estimate. Contract awarded. Construction begins Aug. 4th.
14 Zachary Lane Reconstruction
Consultant selected June 18. Preliminary design and neighborhood
meetings later in summer.
15 Cimmaron East Street Reconstruction
Plans approved 5/28, assessment hearing and award on July 9th.
Construction began July 28th.
16 Parkers Lake industrial park-Lavander
Loading docks too close to residential area. PC recommended
August 26th PC
denial. Applicant withdrew application and is resubmitting.
17 Ameridata
Final agreements signed by all parties. Council approved May 28
Done
18 Parkers Lake Commercial Site
Letter received from Mpls. Commercial buyer has withdrawn.
August 12th PC
Plan for assisted living for Alzheimers patients submitted.
Neighborhood meeting held.
19 New Moen Lauer project -36th Avenue
Passed PC on May 13th. Interim use permit to stockpile dirt requested.
Done
Project approved June 4th.
20 Can -Do Zoning Violation
Report made to Council May 28th. Staff believes Cah-Do is still there.
Approved.
CUP application for new auto repair shop approved by PC.
21 Zoning Ordinance Updates
Public Hearing on changes next
September 9 PC
22 Elim Homes
Staff reviewing EAW. Public meeting at Sept. 9th PC.
No date yet
23 US West -cellular tower at Co.Rd 9/Fembrook
US West seeking to go on to an NSP tower instead of residential
area. No formal application yet.
24 US West PCS tower at 15th & Xenium
US West wishes to place a new 75' tower on their own property
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rather than on nearby City water tower. Application denied by staff.
US West considering appeal to Council.
25 County Communciations Antenna -Workhouse
County proposes a 330 foot tower at workhouse to replace existing
No date yet
antenna. Would have daytime "strobe" lights. An EAW is
automatically required. Does not meet current zoning ordinance.
EAW draft under review.
26
DATE: August 5, 1997
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager
SUBJECT: Ice Arena Costs
I noted at last week's study session that new cost figures had come in while I was on
vacation, but that Eric and I had not had a chance to review them as of the July 29`'
meeting. The information at the July 29d meeting was based upon a May 9' cost
estimate. On Friday, August 1", and Monday, August 4`'', we were able to review these
new figures.
Basically, they show that the project has increased in estimated cost by an additional
$185,000. The previous estimate had increased over the September, 1996 estimate by
$790,000 plus an estimated additional $100,000 for a total of $890,000. Now, the
estimate is showing a total of $1,075,000 over the September, 1996 estimate. This new
total has a $60,000 contingency amount within it. The overall total for the ice arenas,
LifeTime contribution, and related expenses is now estimated at $11,080,178, including
costs assessable to LifeTime or to City Center TIF funds.
We do not have a full explanation for the increased costs. However, inspection of the
detailed line items shows that the largest single increase ($110,000) was in a catch-all
subcategory entitled "Carpentry, General Labor, Drywall Labor, Equipment, & Lifts."
The general category of "Miscellaneous Construction," of which the preceding line is a
part, increased by a net amount of $172,268. This seems to indicate that there have
been a large number of late changes and additions to the project. This may be the
result of incomplete plans, drawings, or bid packages.
Up to $180,000 of the full estimated cost noted in the second paragraph is possible
additional payments for services by the architect and construction manager which have
not been reviewed or approved by staff as of this date.
Staff plans to meet with the Construction Manager within the next week to review the
estimated costs and their causes, including any problems with incomplete plans,
drawings, or bid packages. No widespread additional contract work is occurring at the
Ice Arena at this time, except for budgeted irrigation and landscaping activities, some
of which are being accomplished directly by City forces. We will keep you informed
of any significant conclusions reached.