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Council Information Memorandum 08-22-1997
V AUGUST 22, 1997 1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.- NOTE: CHEDULE: NOTE: Ward 1 Councilmember Tim Bildsoe meets with residents and receives their comments in the Administration Library, beginning at 6:00 p.m. before each Council meeting. A UG UST 26 7:00 P.M SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING WITH MAPLE GROVE CITY OFFICIALS Maple Grove City Offices SEPTEMBER 3 7:00 P.M. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers SEPTEMBER 10 7:00 P.M REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers Z PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. Agenda is attached. (M-2) 3. PACT, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 7: 00 P. M., Hadley Lake Room. 4. LABOR DAYHOLIDAY, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER I. City Offices Closed. S. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 7:30 P.M., Medicine Lake Room. 6. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ON BUSINESS RELATIONS, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1997, Medicine Lake Room. 7. MEETING CALENDARS— August and September meeting calendars are attached. (M-7) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO August 22, 1997 I. MINUTES a. Planning Commission August 4, 1997 special meeting. (I -]a) b. Planning Commission August 12, 1997 regular meeting. (I -1b) c. Bassett Creek Water Management July 17, 1997 meeting. (I -1c) d. Human Rights Commission notes of the August 14, 1997 meeting. (I -1d) Page 2 2. NEWSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. a. Invitation to groundbreaking ceremonies for Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at the northwest corner of Schmidt Lake Road and Northwest Boulevard on Sunday, August 24, at 9:30 a.m. (I -2a) b. Notice from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency of a petroleum storage tank leak at 10705 40`h Avenue. (1--2b) c. Invitation to groundbreaking ceremonies for the Southwest Metro Transit Hub at Prairie Center Drive and Technology Drive in Eden Prairie on Friday, September 12, at 2 p.m. (I --2c) d. Notice of vacancy on the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Transportation Advisory Board. (I -2d) 3. STAFF REPORTS a. Report from Public Works Director Fred Moore on the City Center Area Treatment Pond, City Project No. 7011. b. Report on traffic alternatives at 14' Avenue and Juneau Lane and at 14'' Avenue and Harbor Lane, along with a letter to neighborhood residents announcing the September 3 public hearing on the matter. (I -3b) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY- CORRESPONDENCE A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (1-4) S. CORRESPONDENCE a. Fax from Chuck Lymangood to Manager Dwight Johnson formally requesting access to correspondence between the City of Plymouth and the City of Corcoran under the Minnesota Data Practices Act. All materials have been copied and distributed under Item 9-B of the August 20, 1997 Regular Council Meeting agenda. (I -5a) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO August 22, 1997 Page 3 b. Letter from Karen Timmon, resigning as Plymouth representative on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. (I -5b) c. Letter to Public Works Director Fred Moore from Jim and Mary Tegan regarding the Ferndale Road Improvement Project. (1-5c) d. Letter from Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council thanking Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes for his on-going involvement with the Northwest Community Law Enforcement Program. (1--5d) e. Letter to the School District 284 Board from Mayor Tierney thanking the board for hosting a special joint meeting on August 18. (I -5e) 6. LIQUOR LICENSE ITEMS a. Bass Lake Bottle Shop, 11540 Bass Lake Road, discontinued business in July. Our attempts to retrieve their license have been unsuccessful, and we have now received notice of cancellation of their liquor liability insurance. The State Liquor Control Division has canceled their off -sale intoxicating liquor license. b. Plymouth Country Kitchen, 210 Carlson Parkway, has discontinued liquor sales. Attached is a letter from City Clerk Laurie Ahrens acknowledging receipt of the request for cancellation of their license. (1--6b) c. Letter to the West Medicine Lake Community Club and surrounding neighbors regarding extension of hours on New Year's Eve 1997. The approving resolution was included in the mailing. (I --6c) rp PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 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. Tax Increment Financing Plan for TIF (Housing) District No. 7-5, Village At Bassett Creek. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Walsh Construction Company. Conditional Use Permit and Interim Use Permit to construct a seven foot high barb wire fence at 13005 State Highway No. 55. (97101) B. Olympic Gymnastics Academy. Conditional Use Permit to operate a gymnastics academy at Plymouth Ponds Business Park, 3600 Holly Lane North. (97105) C. Told Development. Planned Unit Development General Plan Amendment to add 243 parking stalls north of the building and to enlarge a storm water quality pond in the northeast corner of the lot at 2800 Northwest Boulevard. (97048) . D. Baker Partners, Inc. Replat of two lots into five lots for the "Plymouth Collection", for property located north of Rockford Road between Berkshire Lane and I-494. (97070) E. Housing Services, Inc. Land Use Guide Plan Amendment from LA -3 (Living Area 3) to LA -4 (Living Area 4), Rezoning from RMF -3 (Residential Multiple Family District 3) to PUD (Planned Unit Development), and Planned Unit Development General Plan for Gramercy Park Senior Cooperative, a 56 -unit senior housing cooperative for property located north of the intersection of 451 Avenue North and Revere Lane. (97095) F. Town & Country Caterers, Inc. Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a 12,480 square foot off-site catering facility located east of Fernbrook Lane and north of Harbor Lane. (97096) G. Landform Engineering Co. Site Plan, Variance, and Conditional Use Permit for Famous Dave' BBQ Shack 11306 Highway 55. (97103) H. Caliber Development. Preliminary Plat, PUD General Plan for construction of a 51,000 square foot office/showroom and a Conditional Use Permit to allow up to 85 percent office use, for Parkers Lake Business Center 9d' Addition, located at the northwest quadrant of 23rd Avenue North and Polaris Lane North. (97108) 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. ADJOURNMENT 40 U y p n N H ��=PN kv- F7 < y _ I Cop 'Cs I�F_y•°°<3 OO��ugp� LA 8 O : � M ,-q § » $ i ' © --IN , � b § » $ CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING AUGUST 4, 1997 MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe, Bob Stein, and Kim Koehnen Commissioners Roger Berkowitz, John Stoebner and Jeff Thompson Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt and Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness A. REVISIONS TO ZONING ORDINANCE (97104) Director Hurlburt gave an overview of the staff report, noting that most of the proposed changes are minor in nature. The Commission had a number of questions about Home Occupations, including the definition itself, who can continue, what is an interim home occupation and whether the ordinance covers all we need regarding storage. Staff responded that the definition itself appears to be workable. Staff also noted that if someone is operating a home occupation that would have been unlawful under the old ordinance, they are not grandfathered. , Staff explained that an interim home occupation license runs with the applicant, not the property. Staff agreed to make a further revision to the ordinance changes to clarify the language prohibiting the use of attached garages or accessory buildings for a home occupation. The Commission also discussed what percentage is appropriate for an accessory use in the BC (Business Campus) Zoning District. Staff indicated that the literature would suggest a number between 15 and 33 percent and that staff could support any number between 25 and 33 percent. Staff also noted that there is no magic number. The Commission asked if we needed to contact lenders regarding this issue. Staff responded that although financing was an issue with the recent Moen/Leuer speculative building application, the situation would be different with a "build to suit" or owner - occupied building. After discussion, the Commission concurred with the 25 percent in the draft changes. Planning Commission Minutes August 4, 1997 . Page #173 The Commission asked if the City wasn't trying to phase out PUDs. Staff responded that we are not, rather we are changing them to allow blending of uses, but to substitute for the base zoning regulations. The new regulations are also more defensible legally. The Commission concurred with staff's proposed schedule to set a Public Hearing on the proposed ordinance changes for the September 9 Planning Commission meeting. The Commission asked if the City Council should have a Study Session on the changes before the hearing date. Staff responded that the Council has a full agenda with budget discussions, but that staff would do a memo to the Council and attach the summary of changes and ask for comments. MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioners present to adjourn. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 12, 1997 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe, Bob Stein, Roger Berkowitz, Kim Koehnen, John Stoebner, and Jeff Thompson MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Planners Kendra Lindahl, Shawn Drill, and John Rask, Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes, Public Safety Education Specialist Sara Cwayna, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical Supervisor Denise Hutt 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. PUBLIC FORUM: Lynn Markey of 230 Quaker Lane asked if there are any plans for the Brown's Market site. Director Hurlburt replied that there are plans in the development stage for the property directly east of the site. Mr. Markey requested to be notified of any development plans for the property. Director Hurlburt asked Mr. Markey to leave his name and address with staff to be notified. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Chairman Stulberg to approve the July 22, 1997 minutes. Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: No items. 6. NEW BUSINESS: A. PRESENTATION BY PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT Public Safety Director Gerdes gave a presentation on Plymouth Police statistics. He stated Plymouth Police compile statistics by grouping calls for service into several Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #175 !16 classifications: Crimes (Part I and II), Traffic, and Non -criminal services (Parts III, IV and V). Director Gerdes presented statistics for the years 1993 to 1996 for each of the categories. Director Gerdes explained that beginning in 1998 with the new computer technology changes the City will be able to provide crime statistics by map grid, individual addresses or GIS selected areas. Public Education Specialist Sara Cwayna gave a presentation on the Crime Free Multi Housing Program. The program is sponsored through law enforcement agencies using national program standards. It is a voluntary program for rental properties. The Crime Free Multi Housing program consists of three phases: management training, crime prevention though environmental design, and resident training. Once a manager or owner completes all three phases, they are certified. The public safety department also facilitates the Neighborhood Watch Program, McGruff House Program, Plymouth Apartment Managers Association, National Night Out, and Prevention Workshops. Commissioner Ribbe asked what type of items are typically in a lease addendum. Public Safety Education Specialist Cwayna replied the lease addendum lists eight criminal behaviors that are held up in courts on convictions. An example would be excessive noise. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. HOLIDAY STATIONSTORES, INC. (97071) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Holiday Stationstores, Inc. for a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit to construct a Holiday Stationstore at the northwest corner of Highway 169 and Betty Crocker Drive. Chairman Stulberg commented that he would be abstaining from the item as he has a conflict of interest. Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the August 8, 1997 staff report. Planner Lindahl presented a revised resolution with a change to Condition #7 indicating that no cross easement is required for parking. Planner Lindahl presented the lighting plan indicating the .5 foot candle contour. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mark Nelson, the petitioner. Mr. Nelson, manager of real estate for Holiday Companies introduced Dave Hoeschen, director of real estate and Craig Freeman, the property owner. Mr. Nelson stated that they are proud of the building that is being proposed. It hag a residential feel even though it's a commercial building. The building will consist of columns and pillars with recessed block. Planning Commission Minutes J �� August 12, 1997 Page #176 Commissioner Stein asked where the Holiday sign would be on the building. Mr. Nelson indicated on the Site Plan that the word "Holiday" would be just below the roof line. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg presented a petition received on August 12, 1997 with 178 signatures opposing the proposal due to traffic congestion, noise, intrusive effects of lights, air quality, undue adverse effect on the environment and water tables, and possible negative impact on property values. Chairman Stulberg introduced a letter dated August 12, 1997 from Welsh Companies. Welsh Companies manages Willow Creek Plaza and stated their concern with the proposal due to security for a 24-hour operation and traffic with an uncontrolled intersection. The letter also stated they were interested in making certain the trees located along their east property line remain. Chairman Stulberg introduced Susan Davies of 310 Ford Road South #4. Ms. Davies stated that the proposal would increase traffic and refuse. She stated that traffic and trash has been a problem since the theater was built. She asked why the store would have to be open 24 hours. She commented that the Commission should consider the proposal for the negative impact rather than a tax base issue. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jean Dunn of 491 Shelard Parkway. Ms. Dunn stated her concern with personal safety. She commented that traffic has increased in the past several years. There are already stations within one mile, so the residents don't need another facility. She suggested that the Commissioners visit the site before making a recommendation. Chairman Stulberg stated that all Commissioners visit the sites before the item goes to the Planning Commission. Chairman Stulberg introduced Sandra Huber of 330 Ford Road #8. Ms. Huber had left the meeting. Chairman Stulberg introduced Barbara Fishman of 340 Ford Road. Ms. Fishman stated the area is unsafe already with heavy traffic and bad air quality. The water table is already a problem. She asked why the store had to operate 24 -hours a day. She stated the business would be detrimental to the safety of the residents. Chairman Stulberg introduced Phyllis Gubernan of 35 Nathan Lane North. Ms. Gubernan commented that she had just found out about the proposal when she stopped at a nearby convenience store and saw the petition. She stated that they do not need a convenience store, as there is already too much traffic in the area with the theater. She commented that at least the movie theater closes at night. Ms. Gubernan stated that the Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #177 Commissioners do not live in the area, and asked them to consider what it would be like to live next to a commercial area. Chairman Stulberg introduced Pam Larson of 385 Shelard Parkway #104. Ms. Larson asked about the underground storage of gas, and how it would affect the neighborhood if there was a leak. She commented that the City of St. Louis Park has had to replace the water mains because of chemicals in the ground eating away at the pipes. Ms. Larson stated that there have been 11 known accidents in the area in the last year, and the area needs to have stop signs or a stop light. Ms. Larson said they don't need another convenience store in the area. She stated she is concerned about the floodplain. Ms. Larson asked why there are no sidewalks since the Holiday store is supposed to be for the neighborhood. Chairman Stulberg introduced Chad Sylwester of 300 Ford Road #1. Mr. Sylwester stated his concern about traffic and how the proposal would affected the wildlife in the area. He commented that the trees in the southwest corner should be required instead of just a recommendation. Chairman Stulberg introduced Fred Webb of 310 Ford Road #5. Mr. Webb concurred with comments already made. Chairman Stulberg introduced Shirley Winlaw of 340 Ford Road A. Ms. Winlaw stated that she wants the application denied. She said that the area is high residential and the intersection is already too dangerous. Chairman Stulberg introduced David Evans of 350 Ford Road #2. Mr. Evans stated he is opposed to the project and concurred with the previous comments. He said he is concerned with lights and traffic: Chairman Stulberg introduced Sharon Gunther of 340 Ford Road #3. Ms. Gunther stated that she was in favor of the proposal but would like to see a four way stop or stop light. She stated that the area also needs a pharmacy or drug store. Ms. Gubernan asked if it would do any good to obtain more signatures opposing the proposal. She asked if the proposal is already a done deal. Chairman Stulberg explained that the role of the Commission is to make a decision based on the Zoning Ordinance. He commented that the item would still need to go the City Council for approval or denial. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #178 Planner Lindahl said that a traffic signal has been planned and approved with the cost to be spilt between the cities of St. Louis Park and Plymouth. She commented that as part of this approval, the developer would be responsible for a portion of the cost of the intersection signalization at Betty Crocker Drive and the entrance to the site. City Engineer Faulkner stated that the City of St. Louis Park had plans for approval, but were unable to gain right-of-way from a property in St. Louis Park, so they didn't proceed. He said that a traffic signal is warranted now for the intersection. City Engineer Faulkner stated that public stop signs have a warning that westbound traffic does not stop, but that maybe the private access drive signs should also have that warning. Director Hurlburt concurred and stated that maybe staff can follow up with the owner. Director Hurlburt commented that the City of Plymouth will initiate a conversation with St. Louis Park regarding the traffic signal. City Engineer Faulkner stated that he knows that St. Louis Park is replacing water mains, but does not know how critical the situation is. He is not aware of any problems with the proposal, and the Pollution Control Agency monitors the underground gas tanks. Mr. Hoeschen explained that the tanks are self-contained tanks, that have a dual wall system with a space between the walls containing a monitoring system. He explained that any gas that leaks would fall into a catch basin. He said that gas leaks usually take place in couplings, and their double wall system does not use couplings. Each dispenser is monitoring the pressure with an automatic shut-off. The tanks are steel with fiberglass coating. Mr. Hoeschen stated that the traffic and population of the geographic area warrants a store. Planner Lindahl said that the City publishes notices of proposals in the Plymouth Sun - Sailor and mails notices to property owners within 500 feet. Director Hurlburt said that the site did not have a development sign, as the City is short of signs, and the signs are placed on properties that have Rezonings or Comprehensive Plan Amendments first. She added that the City is in the process of acquiring new signs. Planner Lindahl explained that the application was received by the City in May, and reviewed by a representative of each department including the Public Safety Department. She stated that there is no sidewalk planned for the area, and that she does not know what St. Louis Park has in mind for the south side of Betty Crocker Drive. Chairman Stulberg stated that tax base is not an issue for the Planning Commission. He said that a property owner can bring forth an application and the Commission looks at whether it meets zoning requirements. Planning Commission Minutes j August 12, 1997 -- ) YJ Page #179 Commissioner Ribbe asked if there was any room for compromise on the hours of operation. Mr. Hoeschen explained that part of the attraction to the site is that there is no competition for 24-hour service. He said that due to the location near the intersection they want to operate 24 hours a day. Commissioner Koehnen commented that one of the conditions listed in the approving resolution addresses collection of litter on a daily basis. Planner Lindahl said that the proposal complies with the wetland ordinance, and the majority of the site will remain as undisturbed wetland. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Berkowitz recommending approval of a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Holiday Stationstores, Inc. for a 24-hour convenience grocery market with motor. fuel sales located at the northeast quadrant of Highway 169 and Betty Crocker Drive. Commissioner Thompson stated that 30 to 40 percent of his daily work is dealing with legal issues on leaking storage tanks. He stated that the environmental concerns are worthy of note, but this is a new facility and the equipment is up to standards. He commented that a condition in the approving resolution requires that trash must be picked up at least once a day. Commissioner Thompson stated that there are no grounds to deny the Conditional Use Permit. , Commissioner Ribbe stated his concern that the traffic light issue is in the hands of another city, and that Plymouth doesn't have control over it. He commented that the Commission can't do anything about the traffic signal unless the Commission would delay approval of the application until a traffic signal is installed. City Engineer Faulkner stated that he has not talked to the City of St. Louis Park about the traffic signal, but will contact them. Director Hurlburt stated that the gas station does not create the need for the signal. She suggested that the residents of St. Louis Park should contact their councilmembers with traffic concerns. Commissioner Thompson concurred. Commissioner Stein stated his concern for the store being open 24 hours a day. He said that it should support the neighborhood, and the residents don't want it open 24 hours a day. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Stein, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to limit the hours of operation from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Planning Commission Minutes j h August 12, 1997 1 Page #180 Commissioner Thompson said he would vote against the amendment as the 24 hours is available under a Conditional Use Permit and does not see any reason to deny it that would hold up in court. He said that they have not heard testimony that a 24 hour operation would endanger the health and safety of the residents. Commissioner Berkowitz stated he would vote against the amendment, as the site is different since it is located near a major highway intersection. Commissioner Koehnen stated her appreciation for the testimony, but said that the Commission is limited to the standards. She said that a lot of the issues raised have to do with the existing site, not because of this plan. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 2 Ayes. MOTION failed on a 2-4 Vote. (Commissioners Stoebner, Koehnen, Thompson and Berkowitz voted Nay. Chairman Stulberg abstained.) Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-1 Vote. (Commissioner Ribbe voted Nay. Chairman Stulberg abstained.) B. LITTLE ACORN'S PRESCHOOL, INC. (97102) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Little Acorn's Preschool, Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a daycare facility in the Plymouth Creek Christian Church, 16000 41" Avenue North. Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the August 6, 1997 staff report. Planner Lindahl noted that an afternoon class may be added in the second year of operation. The hours of the preschool would coincide with Wayzata's school hours. Commissioner Berkowitz questioned why a Variance was needed for a five foot fence at another daycare. Chairman Stulberg commented that it was due to the roadway system. Commissioner Thompson noted that there are certain state requirements for fencing. Director Hurlburt stated that a four, five or six foot fence would fit within the Zoning Ordinance standards. Chairman Stulberg introduced Rhonda Doyle, the petitioner. Ms. Doyle stated her concurrence with the staff report. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jerry Hagberg of 4100 Xene Lane North. Mr. Hagberg stated that there is currently a drainage problem with the water run off from the site onto his property. He has already talked with the Engineering Department regarding Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 l f, Page #181 the issue. Mr. Hagberg asked where the fence would be on the property. Planner Lindahl noted the fenced area on the plan. Director Hurlburt stated the fenced area would be on the north side of the building facing Rockford Road. Mr. Hagberg asked the distance of the fenced area is from the residents. He stated that a six-foot privacy fence would be better instead of four -foot chain link fence. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. City Engineer Faulkner stated that he can work with the church on the drainage issue to resolve the problem. He added that he will keep Mr. Hagberg informed of the progress. Ms. Doyle commented that she did look at other fencing, such as a picket fence, but it was not economically feasible. Director Hurlburt stated that the fence would be approximately 200 feet from the residential area. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Rhonda Doyle for operation of Little Acorn's Preschool at Plymouth Creek Christian Church at 16000 41" Avenue North. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 8:59 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:12 p.m. C. HANS HAGEN HOMES, INC. (96193) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. for 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. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the August 8, 1997 staff report. Planning Supervisor presented computer imaging of the site. Chairman Stulberg noted the revised resolution with a change to Condition #19 of the resolution approving the Preliminary Plat and General Plat Amendment - the words "and Office building" was inadvertently omitted. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #182 Commissioner Ribbe asked if the computer imaging is subject to the same kind of orientation as taking a picture with a camera. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the elevations are taken into account, and the trees that are on the computer imaging are typically depicted at about a 10 year growth. Director Hurlburt said the computer imaging starts with a photograph and so initial placement is critical, and the rest of the elements are plugged in. Commissioner Thompson asked why the fence is on the residential side of the street. He asked why a fence is needed if the berm is high enough. Planning Supervisor Senness responded that the neighbors requested the fence. Commissioner Koehnen asked about the status on the signs. Planning Supervisor Senness said all signs have to be approved as part of the master signage plan. Chairman Stulberg introduced Hans Hagen, the petitioner. Mr. Hagen stated the guide plan has been reaffirmed as commercial twice in the last 12 months. All the uses are permitted uses and are within the setbacks; therefore, no variances are required. The quality is a good mix of tenants, with Rainbow as a major anchor tenant. Mr. Hagen stated that the developer's cost to close Garland Lane as per the residents' request was $450,000, and in order to do that you need an economically viable unit. Mr. Hagen said community grocery stores have changed over the years by the demand of the public. People want bigger stores with more variety. They want to be able to do their shopping in one trip. Mr. Hagen said that Cub Foods is 65,000 square feet, Lunds in Wayzata is 39,000 square feet and Byerly's near Ridgedale Mall is 67,000 square feet. Mr. Hagen presented the traffic circulation plan. Truck traffic would come out on Highway 55 and go south on County Road 24 and move around internally on the site and come back out County Road 24 back out to Highway 55. They will be proposing "no trucks" on the Dunkirk entrance/exit onto Medina Road. Mr. Hagen presented the site plan, stating numerous changes that were made: no access from Garland Lane and therefore no truck traffic; the privacy fence extended with brick monumentation; commitment from the grocery store to limit delivery times; relocating the daycare; and reconstruction of County Road 24. Mr. Hagen presented the architectural design depicting Rainbow Foods and the retail area. There will be brick on all four sides and a good pedestrian system. He stated that he would like to add language for temporary buffering. He stated his concern about the height of the sign for the gas facility. He stated that if they increase their coniferous trees to 25 % there would be overscreening for a commercial facility. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #183 Chairman Stulberg introduced Ken Solom of 3295 Garland Lane. Mr. Solom stated that he is concerned that when he is on his deck he will be looking at a service station. He wants the office and daycare as a transition like his neighbors. He is concerned about the noise and said the garage should be moved out near Highway 55. Mr. Solom said that commercial next to a residential area is not right. Mr. Solom said that he was happy to see the changes to Garland Lane. He said that the proposal is a far cry from what was initially proposed when they built their homes. He commented that the residents don't want a grocery store and urged the Commission to downsize the project. Chairman Stulberg introduced Eva Sipkins of 2621 Comstock. Ms. Sipkins asked how many Rainbow stores does Plymouth need, and how many grocery stores do the residents need. She asked whose needs are being met - the residents' or the developer's. Ms. Sipkins asked how the change to Garland Lane will affect the traffic flow on Dunkirk Lane. Chairman Stulberg introduced David Slavik of 3325 Everest Court. Mr. Slavik stated that the grocery store was not included in the traffic study. He asked where trucks are going to park while waiting for the loading docks. He commented that the noise from the trucks is a concern. He asked how the trucks will be prevented from using the other accesses. Mr. Slavik wanted to know what would happen if the developer can't get tenants. He said no one is going to want to put in a daycare or office next to loading docks. He asked what guarantee do the residents have as to what businesses are proposed will actually go into the site. Chairman Stulberg introduced Kelli Slavik of 3325 Everesf Court. Ms. Slavik stated the residents do not need another grocery store, nor is another Rainbow store needed in Plymouth. Ms. Slavik stated her concern for the safety in the neighborhood pertaining to traffic and crime. She said the bus stop at Garland Lane still needs to be addressed. She said that commercial property will limit the access for emergency vehicles. Ms. Slavik stated that the residents have no guarantee that deliveries will be limited. She said that traffic will be constant to the site. She asked how the signs and lights will affect the residnets. Ms. Slavik stated that the issues with the Moen Leuer prof --rty are still not being handled. She asked who would be responsible for trash clean up. Ms. Slavik said there needs to be additional work on the landscaping and berms. She asked who will maintain the fence and berms. She commented that the developer committed fraud when presenting his other plan when they bought their home. She cited case law studies indicating that the City Council can deny an application based on complaints from residents. She asked if their property taxes would be lowered to reflect their loss of property value if the proposal is approved. Chairman Stulberg introduced Vickie Ruegemer of 3290 Garland Lane. Mr. Ruegemer stated that she is strongly opposed to the development and the rezoning. The proposal Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #184 will adversely affect their quality of life. She said that there is already of problem with drainage on the walkways, and the sidewalk in not plowed in the winter. Ms. Ruegemer asked if the gas station would be open 24 hours a day. She stated she would like a buffer of a lower density building for her area also, as the grocery store is high density. Chairman Stulberg introduced Julie Johnson of 3345 Everest Court. Ms. Johnson stated that she can't imagine having to put up with five years of construction noise. She presented pictures from her home and the repaving that is currently going on. No amount of berming and fencing will block her view of the buildings. She stated that the proposal will force the neighbors out, and asked who will want to buy their homes with the construction going on. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mark Capece of 3320 Garland Lane. Mr. Capece stated that the residents bear the risk. The residents want a less dense retail neighborhood, along the lines of what was presented to them when they purchased their homes. Mr. Capece stated his concern with the grocery store and auto service station being too close to the residential area, and that he does not want any fast food restaurants. Mr. Capece asked if there was a change in the way the residents address the City Council. Chairman Stulberg stated the public hearing is held by the Planning Commission to hear and document the concerns and issues of a proposal. Director Hulburt replied that the Council held a conversation reaffirming their current policies. She said that the City Council will not hold another public hearing, but 'rather only listen to new testimony or information since the Planning Commission Meeting. Mr. Capece questioned the new traffic study pertaining to the number of trips on Medina Road.. He asked if the City knows what the impact would be on crime to the neighborhood, and asked if they would conduct a formal study. He asked if a formal wetland study had been done. Mr. Capece stated that the project can be scaled back. He asked if the City needs to consider the developer's likelihood of finding financing and tenants. Mr. Capece asked what the City's role is in protecting the citizens from what was originally intended for the site to what is now being proposed. Mr. Capece presented pictures depicting the views from different rooms in his house. Chairman Stulberg introduced Paul Anderson of 3340 Everest Court. Mr. Anderson stated his concurrence with previous statements. He stated that the Commission has already recommended less dense use for the property. Mr. Anderson said that 800 parking spaces exceeds the city's guidelines. He stated that if the proposal could be scaled down, it could be a good project. Planning Commission Minutes _ ?� August 12, 1997 t Page #185 Chairman Stulberg introduced Tom Krueger of 3310 Garland Lane. Mr. Krueger stated that he doesn't want to be fenced into his neighborhood. He said that the proposal is not a good plan for the property. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the auto service is a 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. type of operation with no overhead doors allowed. She said that staff is recommending that some of the parking be removed and additional landscaping be put in. Staff is also recommending that the proposed berm go all the way to the corner. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the traffic flows on Dunkirk Lane would not materially be affected by this change. Director Hurlburt commented that the Transportation Plan anticipated commercial development and no widening of Dunkirk Lane. Mr. Hagen stated that Rainbow did a market study on locations, and the site was approved by the national management. Mr. Hagen apologized for any misinformation that may have been given to purchasers, and stated that the information was not inaccurate for the land that was owned at the time. He said that it was their goal to inform potential residents that the land was zoned for commercial. Mr. Hagen said no other tenants will be signed up until he has confirmation of the application. Mr. Hagen stated that he can get financing and build out the project. Chairman Stulberg stated that staff is not asking to Rez9ne the property, and not fighting for or against the proposal, only as the proposal pertains to the Zoning Ordinance. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that staff did not look at the bus stop on Garland Lane directly as part of their analysis. She said that it is generally up to the school district. Mr. Hagen stated that the grocery store will be open 24 hours a day. The gas station will operate from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Director Hurlburt noted that the gas station is restricted to those hours unless they apply for a Conditional Use Permit to extend the hours. Mr. Hagen said that Rainbow has indicated in a letter that they would be willing to limit their deliveries. Director Hurlburt asked if Mr. Hagen would agree to putting that as a condition in their lease. Mr. Hagen replied affirmatively. Mr. Hagen said he would be happy to work with the residents on the bus stop issue. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that there are no sign approvals with this recommendation. She stated that the Star Tribune located in the Plymouth Ponds Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #186 Development will be moving to Building #4, which is further away from the residential area. Mr. Hagen stated that the landscape easement for Seven Ponds would be maintained by the association. He said that he couldn't comment on the association's agreement for the fence, which was initiated by Mike Johnson. He said that he would be agreeable to not putting in a fence if that's what the residents want. City Engineer Faulkner stated that he would mention the drainage issue and snow removal to the appropriate City personnel and get back to Ms. Ruegemer. City Engineer Faulkner said that the traffic projection for the year 2020 indicates 520 total trips going east and west on Medina Road. 85 eastbound movements will turn into the site, and the rest of the trips are going south on Dunkirk, or east on Medina Road. He stated that the truck traffic is included, but it doesn't separate out the numbers. City Engineer Faulkner said that the study did not look at an alternate if Medina Road doesn't go through. He said that at some point in the future, Medina Road will have to go through, but he does not know when. Planning Supervisor Senness said that crime studies are not typically done with a development application. Whatever kind of development, the City is proactive to eliminate crime in the community. The more dense an area is, the more calls you receive. She stated that a formal wetland study was done, and applicant is required to show actual delineations and what area is to be filled, mitigated and replaced. The application will go to City Council for approval. , Director Hurlburt said the City does not do market studies, and does not require a developer to prove he can finance it. She stated that if the developer can't get financing, it won't be built. If the developer needs to change the plan, it has to come back to the Planning Commission for approval. Director Hurlburt said the City has no control on individual people or their marketing literature. She said that plans change, and all staff can do is provide the information that is available. Planning Supervisor said that the grocery store will have two loading docks. City Engineer Faulkner said that if the application is to move ahead there will needs to be discussion with the County pertaining to the intersection of Medina Road and County Road 24 to see if a signal is warranted early on in the development. He stated that the intersection has not met warrants yet, but not much more additional development would be needed to warrant it. He said that access off of County Road 24 would take a big burden off of the Medina Road intersection, and would lessen the need for the signal on Medina, but eventually there will be a signal needed at Medina Road. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #187 Commissioner Ribbe asked what the procedures are regarding enforcement of existing ordinances, and what part can neighbors play. Director Hurlburt explained that staff investigate complaints that are received through the various appropriate departments. The City has the power to enforce ordinances through citations, or negotiate to handle civilly. If there is a Conditional Use Permit, it can be revoked if it is being violated. Director Hurlburt explained that the caller's name is kept confidential. She said that some complaints are not violations of the law. Commissioner Koehnen asked if the gas station has to be in that location. Chairman Stulberg introduced Dan Robbins of 2585 Brockton Lane. Mr. Robbins reapplied affirmatively to Commissioner Kohenen's question, as it is his piece of property. He stated that the service area is for oil changes, and the building to the south is for car repairs. The doors were moved around, and there are no windows or signs from the south. Ms. Sipkins stated that if the traffic study is for the trips in the year 2020, then the numbers are worthless to that point. City Engineer explained that the traffic study gives the ultimate amount of traffic. The numbers are less than that now with a progression to that point of traffic in the year 2020. Director Hurlburt asked if all the cars came up on Dunkirk Lane, would it have to be widened. City Engineer Faulkner replied negatively. Mr. Solom stated that it is virtually impossible for a school bus to turn around on a cul- de-sac, that is why the bus stop is at the corner of Garland Lane and Medina Road He asked why there couldn't be some land swapping to move the service station closer to Highway 55. Commissioner Koehnen asked if the lease condition could include the hours of delivery and limit the number of deliveries. Mr. Hagen replied that Rainbow schedules their deliveries so that trucks don't stack up. They will limit the hours of delivery and no deliveries on Sunday. He said that the bulk of the deliveries occur from 9:00 a.m. to noon. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommending approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to classify certain lands located southeast of the intersection of Highway 55 and County Road 24; Approving Findings of Fact for Rezoning for Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. for property located south of Highway 55 and East of Old Dunkirk Lane; and a Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan Amendment for Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. for Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #188 Plymouth Station for property located southeast of the intersection of Highway 55 and County Road 24. Commissioner Thompson stated that there have been a lot changes to the proposal since the last time it was before the Commission. The petitioner's statements were on the substance. The issues related to traffic have been addressed. The guiding issue was resolved by the City Council. The zoning for the property is ordained by the guiding issue. Commissioner Thompason added that all the uses are permitted uses within the allowed setbacks; therefore, no legal grounds for denial are present. Commissioner Ribbe stated that the Commission had voted for less development, but the City Council made the final decision. He stated that the proposal will have a detrimental affect on the neighborhood. Commissioner Koehnen commented that she was pleased to see the changes, but there are still too many situations that do not make it good for the neighborhood. She questioned how much latitude does the staff have with the developer. Director Hurlburt explained that the proposal is not just a Preliminary Plat, but also a PUD Amendment that sets the uses and conditions that would be attached to it. There are detailed standards on signage and architecture. She stated that there has never been this amount of detail with a project before, not even with the City Center. Director Hurlburt stated that the Commission can add additional conditions to the PUD. Commissioner Koehnen commented that no matter how mpch berming there is, the. project this will still be very obvious for the neighbors. Director Hurlburt stated that screening and berming is always a difficult issue. You really can't screen out large buildings, and you will always see other buildings from properties. Commissioner Thompson noted that another change was the economically viability which was which was not rebutted, and add the proposal works. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen to add the wording "or satisfactory buffering", to Condition #19 of the approving resolution. Commissioners Stein stated that more control over the buffering is needed by precise wording in the resolution. Commissioner Berkowitz added that Phase I construction of the day care and its buffering is crucial. Commissioner Koehnen concurred. Planning Commission Minutes _ August 12, 1997 Page #189 Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 1 Aye. MOTION failed on a 1-6 Vote. (Commissioners Stoebner, Koehnen, Berkowitz, Stein, Ribbe and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay.) Commissioner Stoebner asked if the proposal were not a PUD, would this size of a project be feasible without a Variance. Director Hurlburt replied affirmatively. Commissioner Thompson stated that the PUD allows the City greater control with design standards. Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 5 ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-2 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen and Ribbe voted Nay.) Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 11:52 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 11:58 p.m. D. TOWN AND COUNTRY HOMES (97011) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Town and Country Homes for a 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. Planner Drill gave an overview of the August 5, 1997 staff report. Due to the late hour, Chairman Stulberg asked if the Commission wanted to table the item or continue with the public hearing. The Commission decided to continue with the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Al Block, the petitioner. Mr. Block gave on outline of the changes made to the proposal since the item was last heard by the Planning Commission. The units dropped from 118 to 114 and will be for -sale units on individual lots. The average selling price will run from $135,000 to $140,000. Mr. Block stated that they are willing to put a conservation easement over the wetland area. A considerable amount of buffering was created along Dunkirk. There were also changes in landscaping and ponding. Mr. Block stated that the main neighborhood issue that remains is traffic, but it is a manageable situation according to the City's traffic consultant. Mr. Block introduced Mike Gair and Bob Smith who would also be available for questions. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jerry Theis, who said he also would be available for questions. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes 1 August 12, 1997 Page #190 a Chairman Stulberg introduced John Byers of 3895 Comstock North. Mr. Byers stated that at a meeting that was held by Town and Country Homes, a councilmember brought up the idea of moving the road to have traffic go out to Dunkirk Court. Mr. Byers stated that everyone at the meeting including the applicant agreed to that idea. Mr. Byers said that the City's traffic consultant stated in their report that the road could go either way, but the City has decided that it can't. Mr. Byers suggested that the road be moved and let Town & Country get on with their project. Chairman Stulberg introduced Scott Kuhne of 3860 Comstock Lane North. Mr. Kuhne stated that he was surprised that the road was not moved after all parties involved had agreed on the change to the road. He stated that on Page 9 of the traffic report it states that the majority of the traffic will go south on Dunkirk Lane and exit onto Highway 55. He stated that Dunkirk Lane to Highway 55 does not exist. Mr. Kuhne commented that everyone at the meeting on June 23 wanted the road to go to Dunkirk Court rather than 39' Avenue. Chairman Stulberg introduced Carla Madel of 3855 Comstock Lane North. Ms. Madel stated her concern for the road connecting with 39' Avenue. She stated that she would also prefer that all of the site was guided LA -2. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jim Blake of 3885 Comstock Lane North. Mr. Blake stated that Town and Country has agreed to do additional landscaping along his property line. Mr. Kuhne stated that on Page 2 of the traffic report, the developer changed the units to 114 so they could change the road to access off of Dunkirk Court. Mr. Kuhne stated that on Page 4 of the traffic report, it states that access for the Town and County Townhome development could be provided at either alternative access location. . Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Mr. Block stated that he will build all landscaping and berming along Dunkirk Lane at the first phase of construction to help buffer traffic. In response to the issues raised on the access, Planner Drill stated that the traffic study found that the access should line up with 39' Avenue. If traffic from this site is directed to Dunkirk Court, it would mix with future commercial traffic. Director Hurlburt commented that the idea of moving the road to tie into Dunkirk Court was not a commitment on behalf of the City. The long term plan is to close the accesses off of Highway 55. It is the City's responsibility to look out for the residents in these townhomes, Holly Creek, and across the street. The City does not want to mix residential and commercial traffic at this location, and must look at the long-term traffic Planning Commission Minutes I^ August 12, 1997 j r> Page #191 flows. Director Hurlburt stated that staff knows that Dunkirk Lane does not connect to Highway 55 and so did the traffic consultant. Planning Supervisor Senness pointed out that on Page 3, the traffic consultant stated that mixing residential and commercial traffic is not good. MOTION by Commissioner by Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner recommending approval of a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment for Town and Country Homes, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Dunkirk Lane; Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to Classify Certain Lands located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Dunkirk Lane; Findings of Fact for Rezoning of land located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Dunkirk Lane; and, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for Town and Country Homes, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Dunkirk Lane. Commissioner Koehnen commended the residents and developers for their work on the proposal. Commissioner Ribbe stated that he was still concerned with the road and asked what commercial traffic is near the site. Director Hurlburt replied that Dundee and Tri-State Drilling is commercial. The traffic study modeled potential development. Commissioner Koehnen stated that she will vote in favor of the proposal as it provides good transition. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously, E. THE ROTTLUND COMPANY, INC. (97080) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by The Rottlund Company, Inc. for 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. Planner Drill gave a brief overview of the August 6, 1997 staff report. Planner Drill noted that the correct square footage of the office building should be 30,000 square feet and that the resolution will be corrected accordingly. Chairman Stulberg introduced Richard Palmiter, the petitioner. Mr. Palmiter stated that they have been working on the project for 20 months. He said that a developer has not yet been chosen for the office space. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 ? Page #192 .1. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced a letter dated August 12, 1997 from Bonnie Huettle of 320 Quaker Lane North. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bonnie Huettl of 320 Quaker Lane North. Ms. Huettle stated that since the Rainbow complex went in, the traffic on the south side of Highway 55 has increased beyond any projected volumes. She stated that this proposal will increase traffic as cars cut through her area to reach Betty Crocker and access Highway 169. This problem will only be increased further with the Holiday Stationstore. She urged the Commission to give some consideration for the traffic that will be impacted on her side of the street. Chairman Stulberg introduced Harley Greenberg of 1000 Trenton Circle North. Mr. Greenberg stated his concern over parking. He asked where they will put snow after the private streets are plowed. He was concerned about water run-off and speeding traffic. Mr. Greenberg stated that these additional units will only aggravate issues of concern already. Mr. Greenberg stated that he doesn't want people parking their cars at Trenton Ponds. He said that there is no guarantee that the buyers of the units will be single professional individuals. Chairman Stulberg introduced Lynn Markey of 230 Quaker Lane North. Mr. Markey stated that the residents on Quaker Lane seem to be forgotten. There is too much traffic on the frontage road. Mr. Markey asked if they would be digging up the entire site to redo it. He asked if the taxpayers are subsidizing the redoing of the soils. Chairman Stulberg introduced Marshall Rappaport of 1044 Trenton Circle North. Mr. Rappaport stated that the density of the project has increased and now they are asking for an Interim Use Permit for reduced parking. Mr. Rappaport questioned the $3,000,000 TIF money for the project. Chairman Stulberg introduced Leo Rogers of 1076 Trenton Circle North. Mr. Rogers stated that the parking is not adequate, and there should be another 100 spaces. He said that the number of units should be reduced. He asked if the site wouldn't be better left as Commercial. Mr. Rogers wanted to know why the taxpayers are subsidizing the developer for $3,000,000 over the next 12 years. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. City Engineer Faulkner stated that staff did not look at the snow storage issue. Director Hurlburt asked if the snow could be piled in the wetland area. City Engineer Faulkner replied it could be stored in the water treatment pond area and maybe in the wetland. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #193 Planner Drill stated that the applicant did request an Interim Use Permit for parking reduction. The applicant provided a traffic study for similar developments throughout the region that indicates 1.5 spaces per unit is adequate for this type of development. The garages on the Gable homes would be 32 feet deep to provide adequate space for storage and parking. The applicant is providing 71 offstreet parking spaces. Planner Drill stated that he reviewed other similar developments and found the parking was under utilized. City Engineer Faulkner stated that drainage will have to be designed with the Comprehensive Storm Water Plan and comply with the 100 year flood. The plan will be reviewed in detail by staff as it moves forward. He said that no water flows towards Trenton Ponds, but rather the creek. He stated that when Prime West was developed, the City required temporary drainage easements, and the City would vacate temporary easements and get new easements with the new plan. City Engineer Faulkner stated that he is aware that there is a sight distance problem on the Quaker Lane cul-de-sac, and staff may need to look at that in more depth. Commissioner Thompson commented that there is a real problem with the south frontage road. Director Hurlburt asked if there would ever be a point that there would be a traffic signal for the frontage road. City Engineer Faulkner said that since it is so close to Highway 55 it would be unlikely. In reference to speeding, City Engineer Faulkner said that the more congestion there is, the more it slows traffic. The City has to request MnDot to conduct a speed study. Director Hurlburt offered that the Public Safety Department' now has the resources to target an area for speeding. Mr. Palmiter stated that they have to remove almost all of the soils and replace them. Director Hurlburt stated that the City Council has given the go ahead for a Public Hearing on September 3 regarding the TIF money. She stated that the senior apartment project has received some allocation of federal funds. She added that an application was submitted for State program funds through the Livable Communities Act. Commissioner Koehnen questioned the private drives. Planner Drill indicated the private drives on the Site Plan and stated that they would be 22 feet in width, which is acceptable to staff. Mr. Palmiter offered that the units would sell for approximately $109,000 to $139,000. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen recommending approval of an Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #194 classify certain lands located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Revere Lane as PUD and Findings of Fact for Rezoning for The Rottlund Company, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Revere Lane. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen recommending approval of a Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan for The Rottlund Company, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Revere Lane. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe recommending approval of an Interim Use Permit for The Rottlund Company, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of highway 55 and Revere Lane. Chairman Stulberg stated he would vote against the motion, as he feels more parking is needed. Commissioner Thompson concurred. Commissioner Koehnen said that she lives in a similar development, and that she feels the proposed parking would be more than adequate. Commissioner Ribbe stated that the price range of the units will attract single professional individuals and doesn't think there will be a spillover of parking to other developments. Chairman Stulberg stated that he is concerned with snow removal. Roll Call Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION failed on a 3-4 Vote. , (Commissioners Stoebner, Thompson, Berkowitz and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay.) MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending denial of an Interim Use Permit for The Rottlund Company, Inc. for property located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 55 and Revere Lane Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 4-3 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen, Stein and Ribbe voted Nay.) F. THE DAMONE GROUP (97094) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by The Damone Group for 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. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the August 8, 1997 staff report. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 j Page #195 1� Chairman Stulberg introduced Mike Parks, the petitioner. Mr. Parks stated that Alternative Living Services (ALS) is a senior managing caregiver. Chairman Stulberg introduced Linda Nelson, regional director for ALS in Minnesota. Ms. Nelson stated that the concept is a homelike atmosphere to make an easy transition for residents from their homes. The facility is locked and secured to prevent residents from wandering. She stated that there is also a nursing staff on site. Commissioner Ribbe asked if they limit their clients. Ms. Nelson stated that a resident would have to be diagnosed or treated for memory loss. Commissioner Ribbe asked what other developments they have done. Ms. Nelson replied that they do not have any Claire Bridge models yet, but have been approved in three other cities to build their facility. She stated that they are based out of Wisconsin in which they have 150 facilities. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing Chairman Stulberg introduced Chris Chiles of 16120 21" Avenue north. Ms. Chiles stated her support for the project over commercial use. She asked about a berm that was that was missing from this plan that the residents thought would be along Vicksburg Lane. Chairman Stulberg asked Ms. Chiles if she knew if the people that had already left were in favor of or opposed to the project. Ms. Chiles responded that they were in favor of the proposal. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the berm and landscaping across Vicksburg on Steeplechase is more than substantial, and the developer is only required to screen the parking. Director Hurlburt asked if the plan ever indicated a berm along Vicksburg. Mr. Parks replied negatively, but that he did discuss a berm along Vicksburg Lane with the residents and said he would be happy to comply as long as it doesn't kill the vegetation. He said that a large berm in not possible. Chairman Stulberg asked if a three foot berm would fit. Jennifer Posma, Civil Engineer for the project, stated that it may be possible for a two to three foot berm along a portion of it. She stated that it would work better without the berm, but could possibly fit it in. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a Planned Unit Development General Plan Amendment for The Damone Group for property located at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22nd Avenue. Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1997 Page #196 MOTION to Amend by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen directing staff and the petitioner to look at what and how much of a berm could be placed along Vicksburg Lane. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 6 Ayes. MOTION approved on a 6-1 Vote. (Commissioner Thompson voted Nay.) Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner recommending approval of an Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to amend PUD 81-1 for property located at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22' Avenue North and the Findings of Fact for Amending the Zoning Ordinance Text for property located at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22' Avenue North. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Chairman Stulberg stated that he may not be at the August 26 Planning Commission meeting. Commissioners Koehnen and Berkowitz also noted conflicts. Commissioner Thompson stated that he may be able to make the meeting. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to adjourn. Vote. 7 Ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 1:43 p.m. Bassett Creek. Water Management Minutes of the Meeting of July 17, 1997 Call to Order. Commission The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was called to order at 12:05 p.m., Thursday, July 17, 1997, at the city of Golden Valley City Hall by Chairman Enck. Roll Call: Crystal: Commissioner Tom Mathisen Counsel: Curt Pearson Golden Valley: Commissioner Ed Silberman Engineer: Len Kremer Medicine Lake: Not represented Recorder: Pat Schutrop Minneapolis: Not represented Minnetonka: Commissioner Lee Gustafson New Hope: Commissioner Peter Enck Plymouth: Commissioner Ron Quanbeck Robbinsdale: Alternate William Deblon St. Louis Park: Not represented Also present: David Hanson, alternate commissioner for Golden Valley Connie Fortin, Hennepin Conservation District Nancy Azzam, representing League of Women Voters Fred Salsbury, Director of Public Works, City of Golden Valley Mark Hanson, Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates Dan Parks, McCombs Frank Roos Associates Arnie Gregory, Heritage Renovations, LLC Jack Buxell, J. Buxell Architecture Ltd. Approval and/or Correction of Minutes: The minutes of May 15, 1997 were presented. Mr. Gustafson moved and Mr. Mathisen seconded approval of minutes. Carried unanimously. Financial Statements: Mr. Silberman presented the Treasurer's Report as of July 17, 1997. The checking account balance is $14,059.34. The investment balance is $100,836.55, plus two commercial papers in the amount of $200,234.13 (due August 12, 1997) and $104,537.20 (due October 14, 1997) for a total investment balance of $405,607.88. The construction account is as follows: Construction Account Balance .................................... $101,011.22 Commercial Paper ............................................ $207,102.00 Long -Term Investment ........................................ $1,000,000.00 Money Held for Medicine Lake ..................................... $5,000.00 Total Construction Account Balance ............................ $1,313,113.22 Page I further action or response from the Commission, Mr. Salsbury will recommend the city make a formal request to the Commission. Corps of Engineers: No communications. Commissioners: No communications. Engineer: 1. The Metropolitan Council made a request for Commission participation in monitoring the water quality at the Medicine Lake outlet. The Metropolitan Council has 75 percent of the funding for the purchase of a continuous monitoring device that would monitor the quality of peak flows and the volume of peak flows. The initial installation is estimated to be $25,000 and costing about $10,000 thereafter per year. The Commission's contribution would be about $6,400 for the first year and about $2,500 per year after initial cost. The program is projected to last at least two years. Mr. Enck directed Mr. Kremer to prepare a memo to the Commission before the August meeting describing how the Commission can benefit from participating in the Metropolitan Council two-year monitoring program and how it will tie in with what the Commission is doing in other areas over the long term. New Business: I. Amendment to the Water Management Plan. Deferred to the August meeting. In the meantime, the Commission engineer and counsel will put together a list of issues to be discussed for modification in the current management plan and distribute to the Commissioners to review before the August meeting. Old Business: 1. Northwood Lake Park Improvements. Mr. Mark Hanson, Bonestroo Rosene Anderlik & Associates representing the city of New Hope, attended today's meeting to discuss the Northwood Lake Park Improvements project. [To avoid possible conflict of interest, Chairman Enck (commissioner for New Nope) relinquished the meeting to Vice Chairman Gustafson.] In 1996, this project was presented to the Commission for preliminary comment. At the April 17, 1997 meeting, Mr.'Don Donahue, City Manager for New Hope, presented the overall plan for the Commission comment. The Northwood Lake Park improvements is part of a long-range plan by the city developed in 1993 to reduce the flooding around Northwood Lake. To accomplish the flood reduction, a new outlet structure was proposed. Additionally, the city is proposing relocation of the creek to accommodate additional park development and construction of three water quality ponds. At the Commission April 17, 1997 meeting, the Commission discussed the proposed water quality improvements and considered a request by the city of New Hope to eliminate water Page 3 the city would have to install a 21 -inch diameter polyethylene pipe submerged 3 feet underwater with a t -section for maintenance. Besides the skimming requirement, Mr. Hanson was not sure Pond 2 could meet the 3 -foot depth requirement stated in recommendation #9. Riprap overflows into the channel are proposed for ponds 2 and 3. Originally, ponds 2 and 3 were designed to meet the volume requirements of the Commission water management plan and the New Hope's local plan. However, to accommodate a soccer field and two softball fields, the ponds were decreased in size. Mr. Mathisen indicated the city of Crystal is in favor of the three ponds because they will curtail the flows coming through Crystal. The water quality measures proposed are to meet objectives of the city of New Hope's original stormwater management plan and the Commission's water quality management plan for Northwood Lake and Northwood Lake watershed. There is no variance to the Commission's water quality management plan, but may require a variance to the city of New Hope's local management plan. Other opportunities do exist in the watershed that would work toward meeting the objectives of both plans. Mr. Mathisen moved and Mr. Deblon seconded the motion to approve the Northwood Lake Park improvements plan as presented subject to project compliance with the recommendations presented by the Commission's engineer, except for Nos. 2 (skimming for Ponds 2 and 3) and 9 (average depth for Pond 2), and that a variance to the Commission's water quality management plan is not necessary. The Commission agrees the city of New Hope made every effort to meet the Commission's water quality goals of Northwood Lake and to meet the goals of its local water management plan and requests the city to make every effort to provide additional management practices to improve water quality in the watershed upstream of Pond 1. Carried with one abstention from the city of New Hope. [After the Northwood Lake Park discussion, Mr. Enck resumed chairing the meeting.] 2. River Station—Phase 1 (formerly Heritage Landing). This project is located in the city of Minneapolis and formerly was called Heritage Landing. At the April 17, 1997, the developer presented water quality measures to meet the Commission's requirements. To meet the Commission's water quality policy, the project would need a wet detention basin designed according to Level III criteria. The preliminary plan and a variance to the Commission's water quality policy was reviewed at the Commission's April meeting. The developer requested a variance because, due to limited space, existing site conditions and the proposed development, construction of a wet det�n±ion pond was not fens:,_ -as. As an alternative to the detention pond, the developer proposed grit chambers or sump manholes, street/parking sweeping, and use of low phosphorus fertilizers to address water quality issues. The Commission suggested the developer investigate the feasibility of an infiltration basin at the site in place of wet detention and requested the developer to return with another proposal. Mr. Dan Parks, McCombs Frank Roos Associates, representing the developer, attended today's meeting to discuss proposed water quality practices to meet the water quality requirements of the Commission. The developer is proposing to provide provisions to treat stormwater runoff by directing runoff to infiltration basins. In addition, the underground parking garages on site will drain to the sanitary sewer system, private streets and parking areas will be routinely swept, and sump manholes and infiltration basin will be vacuum -cleaned as necessary. Each infiltration basin is designed to treat the Page 5 Adjournment It was moved by Mr. Gustafson and seconded by Mr. Mathisen that the meeting adjourn. Chairman Enck adjourned the meeting at 2:20 p.m. W. Peter Enck, Chairman Pat Schutrop, Recorder Date: Tom Mathisen, Secretary 52IM7a Page 7 i Plymouth Human Rights Commission �~ August 14,1997 .--- Notes of the Meeting Present: Claudelle Carruthers, Harvey Guttmann, Gordan Ortler Assistant City Manager Kathy Lueckert Excused: Jeff Richards, Laurie Levie, Mitzi Heath, Frerichie Henderson Absent: Jackie Fraedrich No quorum was present, so no business was transacted. Kathy Lueckert distributed information from the League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions. She also pointed out the job description for recruiting student members which she had prepared, and said that the Commission must take some action at the September meeting. She also stated that it is time to focus on the Human Rights award. Claudelle Carruthers stated that this was her last meeting for a year, and that she had requested a leave of absence from the HRC. Commission members present wished her well in her endeavors at Alabama State University. Thomas K. Stoebig Pastor Sherry Olson Cane Ministries Bill Johnson Nurturing Ministry Nancy Palmersheim Music Ministries Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 3351 Independence Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55427-1779 �.- (612) 545-0413 - Fax (612) 545-0970 http://www.pconline.com/—bslc " "Connecting people with the love of God in ways that are significant to their lives. " August 14, 1997 Mr. Dwight Johnson City Manager City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Johnson: Greetings to you from Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. Our congregation has purchased land at the northwest corner of Schmidt lake Rd. and Northwest Blvd. for the purpose of relocating from our current facility in New Hope. We are thankful to the City of Plymouth for approving our plans for construction. We will be holding a special service of groundbreaking on Sunday, August 24, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. at our new site. On behalf of the congregation, I would like to extend an invitation to you to join us, if your schedule allows. It would be an honor to have you join us. Please call either myself or our Administrator, Sharelyn Swanson, to let us know if you will be able to attend. God's richest blessings to you in your important tasks as you serve the citizens of the City of Plymouth. Cordially, Thomas K. Stoebig Pastor Minriesota Pollution Control Agency zz;r August 15, 1997 Ms. Mary Jo Weissman 10705 40th Avenue Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 RE: Petroleum Storage Tank Release Investigation and Corrective Action Site: Weissman Residence, 10705 40th Street (Next to Garage), Plymouth Site ID#: LEAK000010629 Dear Ms. Weissman: The Leaking Underground Storage Tank Program at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has been informed that there has been a release of petroleum from a storage tank that you own and/or operate. This program was developed to provide assistance as you investigate and, if necessary, clean up your petroleum release. We appreciate your prompt notification so we can provide guidance to you in dealing with your release as quickly and efficiently as possible. Federal and state laws require that persons legally responsible for storage tank releases notify the MPCA of the release, investigate the extent of the release and take any necessary actions to clean up the release. A person is generally considered legally responsible for a tank release if the person owned or operated the tank either during or after the release. The MPCA staff is requesting you to take steps to investigate and if necessary, clean up the release in accordance with the enclosed MPCA fact sheets. The first step is a site investigation to define the extent and magnitude of the soil and/or ground water contamination. We recommend that -you hire a qualified environmental consulting firm which has experience in conducting petroleum release site investigations and site cleanups (please refer to MPCA fact sheet 4.3 Selecting an Environmental Consultant (May 1995)). Please be aware that MPCA staff do not conduct the investigation or cleanup at your property. MPCA staff provide guidance and technical assistance during the project and review the reports submitted by your consultant. However, we urge you to contact us whenever you have a question or concern regarding your project. When you perform the requested work, the state may reimburse you for a major portion of your costs. The Petroleum Tank Release Cleanup Act includes a fund (Petrofund) which in most circumstances provides partial reimbursement for petroleum tank release cleanup costs. This fund is administered by the Petroleum Release Compensation Board (Petro Board), which is part of the Minnesota Department of Commerce. 520 Lafayette Rd. N.; St. Paul, MN 55155-4194; (612) 296-6300 (Voice); (612) 282-5332 (TTY) Regional Offices: Duluth • Brainerd • Detroit Lakes • Marshall • Rochester Equal Opportunity Employer • Printed on recycled paper containing at least 20% fibers from paper recycled by consumers. Ms. Mary Jo Weissman Page 2 August 15, 1997 The environmental consulting firm you hire to work on the petroleum tank release must be registered with the Petrofund. Also, you must get a minimum of two competitive bids on the form which accompanies this letter. If you have any questions regarding bidding requirements, Petrof ind reimbursement, or, if you need a list of registered consultants or you need additional bid forms please contact the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Petrofund staff at 612/297-1119 or 612/297-4203. The MPCA also requests you file a claim with your insurance company and that the MPCA be copied on all insurance correspondence. Please contact me within 30 days of receipt of this letter if you intend to proceed with the requested work. If you do not proceed with the work, the MPCA Commissioner may order you to take corrective action at the site. Failure to cooperate with the MPCA in a timely manner may result in reduced reimbursement from the Petro Board. If you conclude that the release in question is not from any tank which you have owned or operated, or if you conclude that you do not meet the definition of a "legally responsible person," please notify the MPCA immediately and explain the basis of your conclusion. A packet of fact sheets is enclosed for your information. If you have questions, please contact me at 612/297-8594. In addition, all future correspondence should be addressed to me. Thank you. Sincerely, �•N1• Jessica M. Ebertz Project Manager Cleanup Unit H Tanks and Emergency Response Section JME:raf Enclosures cc: Laurie Ahrens, City Clerk, Plymouth Richard Kline, Fire Chief, Plymouth Greg Lie, Hennepin County Solid Waste Officer Travis Lachinski, Peer Environmental, Edina -r-_ 2C." You are Cordially Invited to Attend the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Southwest Metro Transit Hub Where: Intersection of Prairie Center Drive and Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN When: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 12, 1997 Bus Transportation Available To and From the Event at: Chaska City Hall NE Corner Parking Lot, 1:15 p.m. Chanhassen City Hall Senior Center Entra.t; e; 1:30 p.m. Eden Prairie City Center Main Entrance, 1.45 p.m. Please RSVP by. September 5 934-7928 Site Man Prairie Center Drive Highway 5 MI SL Andrews Church Technology Drive Hub Site Flagship Rainbow Foods 0 August 21, 1997 3:45 PM From: AMM Fax #: 281-1299 Page 2 of 2 AMM FAX Association of NEWS Metropolitan Municipalities August 18-22, 1997 AMM seeks nominations for TAB There is a city official va- cancy on the Transporta- tion Advisory Board (TAB), due to the resignation of Julie Trude, Mounds View councilmember. The official selected to replace Trude will serve the balance of the term ending September 1998, at which time he or she would be eligible for reappointment to a full two-year term. The person selected for this position must be either a mayor or councilmember. The TAB is an important transportation -related advi- sory body which provides input to the Metropolitan AMM far &K h fffd JWC jr to d Aff otrmyerr a/ tra w IheAfti t1oiiAAtWdtok1Ue/W W#K torax1anAmWi7x&to teqo,0W*w ofigpimtwew */ffra ® (ol) We iN1A if i4f U;rlr6*dnrr9,e 11hr It. Iain fYdsgo3z4M Idghant 2IS-4 av far 2&-12N f0d, ArerflaOf gmltow Council and MNDOT. It also plays a very key role in project funding decisions under the provisions or the federal Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA). The TAB's regular meeting is the third Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Metro- politan Council Chambers. Nominations are solicited for this vacancy from all parts of the metro area. The Board. as usual, will consider several criteria in making the final selection, including gender, geography, city size and relevant experience. Nominations with a brief resume should be sent to Vern Peterson in the AMM office no later than Wednes- day. Sept. 3. For your information, the current nine AMM represen- tatives on TAB are: Dan Bostrom (St. Paul council), Charlie Crichton (Burnsville council). Dale Gustafson (Brooklyn Park council), Will- iam Hargis (Woodbury mayor), Gary Humphrey (Apple Valley mayor), Paul Malone (Arden Hills council), Jerry Newton (Coon Rapids council), Terry Schneider (Minnetonka council). Pat Scott (Minneapolis council). Executive Director search underway The AMM Board of Direc- tors held a special meet- ing and finalized the timeline process of hiring a new executive director. To begin the hiring process. Lisa Lynn, a consultant with Lynn & Associates, will be meeting with AMM staff, legislators, the Met Council and others, to gather input to help formulate a recruit- ment profile for the position. Applications will be ac- cepted during September and the first part of October. The Board hopes to hire a new director by December. If you are interested in providing input or have questions or concerns, call the AMM office at 215-4000 and we can put you in con- tact with Lynn. President Jim Prosser or a Board member. MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 DATE: August 20, 1997 TO: City Council City Center Subcommittee -411,-V FROM: Fred G. Moore, P.E., Director of Public Works SUBJECT: CITY CENTER AREA TREATMENT POND CITY PROJECT NO. 7011 At the City Center Subcommittee meeting on August 19, Ken Streeter brought to the attention of the subcommittee that he thought there could be a problem with conditions established by the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission on occupying the buildings under construction in the City Center area. The buildings under construction include the theater, Carlson's retail building, and the TCF Bank. As part of the sale of the City property for the theater, the City committed to the obligation of providing the necessary water quality treatment. As we investigated providing the necessary treatment for the theater site, we also proposed that the treatment be provided for the other undeveloped property in the City Center area south of the existing Cub Foods. The City was under no obligation to provide treatment for these other property owners, but because of the location of the treatment pond proposed by the City, these other areas could be treated in the same location. In order to accomplish this, the City commenced a public improvement project for the treatment pond, held the necessary public improvement hearing, and ordered the construction of the project. Bids will be received on the project on August 29. A recommendation will be made to the City Council at the September 3 meeting on the award of the contract. The specifications state that the work is to be completed before October 30, 1997. Attached are the letters from the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission approving the plans for the construction of the buildings. Since the City is providing the required water quality treatment separate from the construction of the buildings, there is a standard condition in the approvals stating that the water quality pond must be constructed prior to completion of the buildings. Unless we do not receive acceptable bids for this project, we would see no reason why this condition would not be met. GAPMEnginwingTROJEC M70!BMEMOSTC Subcom.doc SUBJECT: CITY CENTER AREA TREATMENT POND Page 2 If for some reason we do not receive acceptable bids for this project, I would not anticipate any problem having this condition modified by the Water Management Commission since the City is committed to constructing the treatment facility. As a representative of the City on this commission for many years, this has been done on other projects being constructed by cities. attachments cc: Anne Hurlbert ,?wight Johnson GAMEngimWing\PROJECTS\7011\MEMOS\CC SubcOm.d- Barr Engineering Company August 1, 1997 Mr. Fred Moore Director of Public Works City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Re: Plymouth Hills 7th Addition and TCF Final Grading Plan BCWMC 97-23 Dear Mr. Moore: %D Z RECEIVE At 6 !► 1997 ?-,_• We have reviewed a grading, drainage, and erosion control plan for Block 1, Plymouth Hills 7th Addition, and a final grading plan for the TCF building located at Lot 2. We find the plans to be in general conformance with the policies of the Bassett Creek Water Management Plan and we have the following comments: 1. Stormwater from the site discharges to a proposed regional water quality pond currently being reviewed by the Commission. Although preliminary grading for the site may begin, the regional water quality pond must be constructed prior to completion of the TCF facility and other proposed 7th Addition buildings. Temporary erosion control must be maintained until pond is completed. 2. Plymouth is the local governmental unit (LGU) for the project and is responsible for reviewing the development for conformance to the 1991 Wetland Conservation Act. The Plymouth Hills 7th Addition plans we reviewed (Sheet 2) was revised July 21, 1997. The TCF plan we reviewed (Sheet 2) was revised July 30, 1997. Enclosed for your records is a copy of the plans. Srely, iiroes P. Herbert, P.E. Tngineer for the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission JPH/cet Enclosure c: Jim Hill, Jr., James Hill, Inc. Robert Johnson, City of Plymouth B97 247 2327051\52367-1 8300 Noman Center Drive ❑ 555 West 271h Street ❑ 202 West Superior Street Minneapolis, MN 55437-1026 Hibbing, MN 55746 Duluth, MN 55802 Phone: (612) 832-2600 Phone: (218) 262-3465 Phone: (218) 727-5218 Fax: (612)8.32-2601 Fax: (218) 262-3460 Far (218) 727-5450 O P.O. Box 130917 Ann Arbor, MI 48113-0917 Phone: (313) 327-1200 Fax: P13)327-1212 .parr Engineering Company August 7, 1997 Mr. Fred Moore Director of Public Works City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Re: Plymouth Town Center BCWMC #97-14 Dear Mr. Moore: We have reviewed a revised grading, drainage and erosion control plan for the above -referenced development. Modifications have been completed in accordance to our May 21, 1997 letter. We find the plans to be in general conformance with the policies of the Bassett Creek Water Management Plan. We have the following comment: • Stormwater from the site discharges to a proposed regional water quality pond currently being reviewed by the Commission. Preliminary grading for the site may begin, however, the regional water quality pond must be constructed prior to completion of the Plymouth Town Center buildings. Temporary erosion control, including silt fence around each catch basin, must be maintained until the pond is completed. The plan we reviewed (Sheet C1.2) was revised May 16, 1997. Enclosed for your records is a copy of the plan. Sin rely, J vt� a es P. Herbert gineer for the Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission JPH/cet Enclosure c: Jennifer Posma, HTPO, Inc. Robert Johnson, City of Plymouth B97 235 2327051\52566-1 8300 Noonan Center Drive O 555 West 27th Sheet ❑ 202 West Superior Street Minneapolis, MN 55437-1026 Hibbing, MN 55746 Duluth, MN 55802 Phone: (612) 832-2600 Phone: (218) 262-3465 Phone: (218) 727-5218 Fax: (612) 832-2601 Fax (218) 262-3460 Fax (218) 727-5450 1> ' 08 g 1997 _. Q P.O. Box 130917 Ann Arbor, M148113-0917 Phone: (313)327-1200 Fax (313) 327-1212 DATE: August, 20, 1997 TO: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager FROM: Fred G. Moore, P.E., Director of Public Works „iJ-- SUBJECT: SEPTEMBER 3 PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDER TRAFFIC ALTERNATIVES AT 14TH AVENUE AND JUNEAU LANE AND 147H AVENUE AND HARBOR LANE Attached is a letter sent to the area• south of Parkers Lake which would be affected by the installation of "All -Way" stops or the closure of 14' Avenue. Attached with this information is a map indicating the mailing area. The City Council has established a public hearing for September 3 to consider alternatives on the street closure. In order that residents can provide public input without attending the public hearing, we have sent a questionnaire along with the letter. That questionnaire allows the property owners to give their preference for the alternatives being considered. The results of the questionnaire will be summarized and reported to the City Council at the public hearing. attachments G:U-Wiigircering\SIGNS1SfGP\MEMOS\14 Juneau Harb.doe August 18, 1997 `ITY OF PLYMOUTR «PIN_» «OWNER» <<ADDRESS - «CITY», «STATE» -ZIP* SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING - SEPTEMBER 3, 1997 CONSIDER TRAFFIC ALTERATIONS AT 14TH AVENUE AND JUNEAU LANE AND 14TH AVENUE AND HARBOR LANE Dear Property Owner: At the August 6, 1997 City Council meeting, a petition requesting "All -Way" stop signs at 14' Avenue and Juneau Lane and at 14' Avenue and Harbor Lane was tabled to the September 3, 1997 City Council meeting. As additional options for the City Council to consider, staff has prepared three alternatives for redirecting traffic on le Avenue between Juneau Lane and Harbor Lane. Since these alternatives involve closing the street, a public hearing is required by state law. This letter is a notice of the public hearing set for September 3, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers located in the City Center at 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The purpose of the public hearing is to take comments from residents that live within the notification area, i.e., County Road 6 on the north, Fernbrook Lane on the east, the Luce Line Trail on the south, and Parkers Lake on the west. The comments can be given either in oral or written form. In addition, please find enclosed a questionnaire which we request that you fill out and return to the City prior to the hearing. The completed questionnaire will become part of the public record and staff report to the City Council. For your background information, the original request for "All -Way" stop signs at 14' Avenue and Juneau Lane and at le Avenue and Harbor Lane was requested to address concerns of an excessive level of traffic traveling at unsafe speeds along the residential route which passes by Lions Park and is the route for approximately one-third mile of the city's official trail system around Parkers Lake. The petitioners also feel that the old street system throughout the neighborhood east of Parkers Lake was not laid out in an engineered manner to meet the needs of the additional development and redevelopment within the neighborhood. The petitioners N:\PMEEn hxwin`\SIGNS\STOP\LM\14 lunwu Hu twm.dx PLYMOUTH :1 Beautijuf'Pface Iro Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 Page Two feel that this antiquated street system and the timing of the traffic signal at County Road 6 and Fembrook Lane have caused excessive traffic on Juneau Lane which should more appropriately be on Fernbrook Lane. It is also indicated that the little league baseball games held at Lions Park also serve to intensify the regular traffic problems. The City staff is not supportive of the requested "All -Way" stop signs. As a solution, three alternatives have been prepared for the City Council's consideration as well as the "do nothing" alternative. Maps of the three alternatives are enclosed for your review. We sincerely appreciate your time in review and completion of' the enclosed questionnaire and if you have any questions, I can be reached at 509-5520. Sincerely, Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. City. Engineer enclosures cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works N:%PW\Engineering%SIGNSISMKLTRSUunea4—Har2n4—Page.doc Requested All Way Stop Signs --- 19 Out of V Within 500' Radius Signed Petition 17 Within 500' Radius Didn't Sign Petition 101 AL= 700/6 r 7 � r� 'City of Plymouth, Muu►esota Harbor Ln & 14th Av ,LA Al E ZWi 18TH AVE ParkersAitemc-dive 1 Laker Close Juneau Lane at 15th Ave St Existing Paved Streets Close Except for Pedestriani LA ,p RD Pte' Alternative 2 ParkersCul-de-sac 14th Ave Lake= -- ----- at North End of Lions Park Parking Lot ist Close Except for Pedestrian IV, : rl.: 79 NMI C, op Pi in In QUESTIONNAIRE JUNEAU LANE/14TH AVENUE Name Address If your name and/or address as they appear on the cover letter are incorrect, please check here so we can update our data base. Please rank options for Juneau Lane/14' Avenue as shown on the enclosed maps (Most preferred No. 1, least preferred No. 7) Comments No Change Install "All -Way" stop signs at 14' Avenue and Juneau Lane. Install "All -Way" stop signs at 14' Avenue and Harbor Lane. Install "All -Way" stop signs at both intersections. Close Juneau Lane at 15' Avenue (Alternative 1) Cul-de-sac 14' Avenue at north end of Lions Park parking lot. (Alternative 2) Cul-de-sac 14'hAvenue at south end of Lions Park parking lot. (Alternative 3) G7 z dU a H H W a w a z w N F U U//10/1997 22:00 557-0839 Chuck Lymaugood 11780 40th Pl N Plymouth, MN 55441 July 101, 1997 Dwight Johnson City Manager City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 VIA FAX 509--5060 Dear Dwight: L MANGOOD I 1 PAGE 02 I wish to invoke the Minn. Data Practices Act and request access to any and all correspondence between the City of Plymouth and the City of Corcoran. In particular, I understand the Mayor of Corcoran, Mayor Frank Larkin, wrote a letter to Mayor Tierney regarding certain public issues in Corcoran and the involvement of a certain individual, namely me. Please advise me when I can view the aforemention document(s). I will make myself available at your convenience during your normal business hours. If you have any questions concerning this request you may leave a message for me or fax a response to me at 557-0839. I appreciate your timely and complete response to this request. Sincerely, Chuck Lymangood August 14,1997 Dear Laura, tt S ti N t 0 E� Q! 6 After much deliberation. I have made a decision regarding me membership on the Advisory Commission. Upon being newly appointed to the board, I spoke to Peter (then Community Planner) about my attendance at the board meetings during the summer months. Do to my schedule, I am not in town during these months. Peter cleared with me that this would not be a problem. Attendance has been an issue for the board. I see the importance of being at all the monthly meetings and appreciate the opportunity that the Council has given the Advisory Commissioners. I therefore find it necessary to resign from the commission as I can not make a year round commitment to being at the monthly meetings. My resignation will make it possible for another Plymouth resident who can make a commitment to attend all the meetings to be a member of the board. I have enjoyed participating on various subcommittees and watching the progress of the Diversity Training Video. Most of all it has been a privilege for me to get to know the members of the council and the advisory board. Sincerely, Karen Timman Advisory Commission cc: Duane Reynolds, Advisory Commission Chair. Patty Wilder, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC) Exec. Dir. Kathy Lueckert, NWHHSC Executive Board Member, Plymouth August 21, 1997 Mr. Fred Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Re: Ferndale Road Improvement Project Plymouth Project No. 6007 Dear Mr. Moore: Thank you for your time on the phone. We would like to reply formally to your proposals as noted in your letter of August 12 and in our phone conversation of the same date: 1) We question the width of the proposed roadway. The existing roadway is 20 feet wide. You propose an 80% increase in roadway width plus up to an additional 18 feet for a walkway. This change from 20 feet to 54 feet in a neighborhood that has existed for many years is very extreme. Why the need for a change from 20 feet to 36 feet for this existing roadway that primarily needs sub -base and surface improvement and is having the speed limit reduced? 2) We feel that a latal of 38 feet as is used with the much busier County Road 6 is much more realistic. Photo Number 1 shows County Road 6 at Ferndale. This shows County Road 6's 24 foot roadway plus a fully integrated path on EACH side of the road. Why does much less traveled and slower Ferndale Road need a 36 foot roadway? 3) The County Road 6 integrated path offers two very excellent improvements over your proposed one sided path separated from the road - 1) It can be used year-round as it would be plowed instantly after each snowfall in the winter and 2) it would be safer for everyone as all modes of traffic 9!,� _ ,cove on the (;=ect side of the road. Your option has all walkers, runners, cyclists and skaters in both directions all on one path that may or may not be plowed. 4) You mentioned that the planned walkway would be 8 feet wide and have a 10 foot break from it to the roadway. This seems outrageous at the least in a neighborhood that has existed for many years. Photos 2 and 3 show Highway 101 which has, a six foot walkway with power poles in the walkway. This is typical at Gleason Lake Elementary School, the Luce Line and Greenwood Elementary School. If this is more than adequate for this very heavily traveled road and walkway at two elementary schools, why do you propose a 12 foot wider Page 2 incursion into a number of Plymouth citizen's front, side and back yards on a much lower traveled road? 5) In your phone conversation, you recommended that I look at Dunkirk Lane as an example of what you propose. Photos 4 and 5 show this. Here, there is an 8'6" trail tight against the 36' roadway. I should note that this is in an area of yards which back to the road, not front as ours does. Yes, this is better than your proposal, but the County Road 6 integrated approach seems to make more sense to me than the 36 foot roadway on Dunkirk which is far wider than is used. 6) Yes we do not want to loose our landscaping and adjoining trees. Photos 6, 7, 8; 9, 10 and 11 show what your proposal would do to our property. The white marker is the edge of the proposed 36 foot roadway. The yellow marker is the edge of the 10 foot buffer and the red marker is the far edge of the 8 foot trail. You can see that we would loose a lot of value and privacy. This is also true for the 22 other Plymouth residents who abut the roadway and proposed trail. 7) Is this great increase in asphalt at the cost of the mature trees and landscaping of these good citizens worth the super wide road, buffer and trail you propose? This is emphasized when much narrower roadways such as County Roads 6 and 101 carry far more traffic at much greater speeds (50 mph versus 35 mph) and have very safe integrated or adjacent trails or sidewalks. We recommend keeping the roadway the scenic road it is by retaining as many trees and shrubs as possible, but upgrading the base and road surface and adding a marked trail on one or both sides of the pavement. We have enjoyed living in Plymouth for 21 years and now want our city to be responsive to our needs and to those of our neighbors on the roadway. Your reply and your keeping us involved with the planning process for this roadway improvement is appreciated. Sincerely, Jim and Tegan 410 Ferndale Road North Plymouth, MN 55447 Phone 475-1340 or 473-1491, Fax 475-3589 cc: Mayor Joy Tierney City of Plymouth Tim Wold Ward 2 - City of Plymouth ;- �;d NORTHWEST HENNEPINHUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL Planning, Research, and Coordination of Human Sei August 20, 1997 Chief Craig Gerdes, Z, Plymouth Police Dept. E 3400 Plymouth Blvd.' Plymouth, MN 55447'`x., Dear Chief Gerdes: U� Thank you for your on-going involvement with the Northwest Community Law Enforcement Program. It has been a pleasure working with Sergeant Nesbitt, and has been apparent that the entire police department is sincerely committed to working cooperatively with us towards the program's diversity goals. Sergeant Nesbitt had inquired about the status of the program's continued funding, which has been approved by the Minnesota Legislature for fiscal years 1998 and 1999. I am happy to outline this information for you, and hope that you will contact me, should you have any follow-up questions. In May, following our testifying and working with the Minnesota Legislature throughout the session, we learned that the Northwest Community Law Enforcement Program was granted on- going funding. This is great news, because it allows us to continue our important work with our five CO-OP Northwest cities, in addition to our group of add-on cities of which Plymouth has been a part. While we were happy to receive the funding, it was appropriated at a much lower level than anticipated. We submitted a program budget and request for $625,000, and were granted $240,000 for fiscal years 1998 and 1999 through the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and Violence Prevention. Since our CO-OP Northwest cities contribute significant funding ($.22 per capita) for the overall CO-OP Northwest effort (of which the cadet program is a part), the state funding was earmarked for these particular five cities, with the understanding that additional cities could "add-on" at a much reduced cost. Our current annual program administration fee for our add-on cities, including Plymouth, has been set at $3,500, significantly lower than the fee that would be charged to cities just outside of our aaenc; ser. ;PIivery area. Bec, • - ;4 -,,wte funding pays for the program administrator's salary, this small fee covers the costs of advertising and recruitment, and a small part of our program's postage, copying expenses, etc. Through continued state funding, we are able to continue providing the program and our services for the City of Plymouth at a significantly reduced cost. Again, thank you for your on-going involvement and commitment to the Northwest Community Law Enforcement Program. I look forward to continue working together, towards the goal of BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBBINSDALE CHAMPLJN DAYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS 7601 Kentucky Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN (612) 493-2802 �' r T w .57 diversifying your police department. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call at 493-2802. Sinc ely, Danielle Ricciardi Projects Coordinator Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council B.C.C. Kathy Lueckert CITY OF PUMOUTR August 21, 1997 Ms. Debbie Jamrogiewicz Chairman of the Board Independent School District 284 210 County Road 101 North Wayzata, Minnesota 55391 Dear Ms. Jamrogiewicz, The Plymouth City Council and city staff join me in thanking you for hosting our joint meeting this past Monday evening. We are all most impressed with Wayzata High School, and eagerly anticipate its contribution to our community. You can be very proud of this fine new school. We also enjoyed the delicious supper you so generously provided. In addition, it is a benefit to our citizens that the Wayzata School Board and the Plymouth City Council can find so much common ground and identify ways to collaborate on new initiatives. These joint meetings only reinforce what is already a great partnership. Thank you again for your hospitality. We look forward to our work together in the coming years. Sincerely, y Joy Tierney Mayor of Plymouth PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Pface lro Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 August 20, 1997 Francine Quirion Office Administrator Country Kitchen International P.O. Box 44434 Madison, WI 53744-4434 Dear Ms. Quirion: �h CITY OF PUMOUTR This is verification that the City of Plymouth has received your request for cancellation 'of the liquor license for the Plymouth Country Kitchen restaurant, 210 Carlson Parkway. The wine license has been canceled by the State of Minnesota and we have record of no other liquor licenses held by the establishment. Please call me if you have any questions at 509-5080. Thank you. Sincerely, Laurie Ahrens City Clerk PLYMOUTH A B:autifulTlacc Zo Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 August 21, 1997 CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ Mr. Fay Buss West Medicine Lake Community Club 1705 Forestview Lane Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Mr. Buss: On August 20, the Plymouth City Council approved the request of the West Medicine Lake Community Club to remain open until 12:30 a.m. on New Year's Eve 1997, with the bar closing no later than 12:00 a.m. Although your request was to remain open until 12:30 a.m; on every New Year's Eve, the City Council made this approval effective only for 1997.. You may make application for extended New Year's Eve hours in future years if desired. I might suggest that if you choose to make such a request, it could be done at the same time as your liquor license renewals so that all issues can be considered by the Council (with input from the neighborhood and the Club) at one time. I am enclosing the revised conditions under which the Club's liquor licenses are issued. Please call me with any questions at 509-5080. Sincerely, Laurie Ahrens City Clerk cc: Craig Gerdes, Director of Public Safety Matt and Lynn Abe Gary Smith and Nancy Brisk Mark and Jayme Hlavacek Andy and Tracy Subialka Paul Sydorenko Glen and Dorothy Hansen PLYMOUTH A BcautYulPlacc?o Linc 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 CITY OF PLYMOUTH RESOLUTION 97-473 AMENDING CONDITION OF APPROVAL FOR LIQUOR LICENSES ISSUED TO THE WEST MEDICINE LAKE COMMUNITY CLUB WHEREAS, the West Medicine Lake Community Club, 1705 Forestview Lane North, holds an on -sale 3.2 malt liquor license and a consumption and display license; and WHEREAS, due to the nature of the business, the location of the business, and verified complaints, the City Council has placed conditions on the liquor licenses in order to protect the health, safety, welfare, and quietude of the neighborhood; and WHEREAS, the West Medicine Lake Community Club has requested that the hours of operation be amended so that the Club may remain open until 12:30 a.m. on New Year's Eve; and WHEREAS, the City Council does not believe that this amendment would compromise the intent and effect of the conditions placed on the West Medicine Lake Community Club. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Plymouth amends the conditions placed on the issuance of the on -sale 3.2 percent malt liquor license and consumption and display license for the West Medicine Lake Community Club, 1705 Forestview Lane North, as follows: 1. Hours. All events shall occur between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday of each week. Hours for events shall be 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with the bar closing no later than 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on Friday and Saturday evenings. Hours for events on New Year's Eve 1997 shall be 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., with the bar closing no later than 12:00 a.m. All persons attending an event must be off the premises by the ending time and no setup or teardown shall occur outside the permitted hours. However, three persons are permitted to remain until 1:30 a.m. for the purposes of clean-up and tear -down activities, but noise associated with these activities shall not be audible outside the club building. 2. Amplification. There shall be no outdoor use of devices such as bullhorns. All outdoor noise shall be monitored by a decibel meter. 3. Signage. No additional signage, whether temporary or permanent, shall be allowed near the entrance to the Club. No balloons or other objects intended to call attention to the Club or an event at the Club shall be allowed. 4. Professional Security. Professional Security satisfactory to the Plymouth Public Safety Director shall be required at all special rental events as defined in these conditions. Res. 97-491 �r1 Page 2 5. Special rental events. A special rental event shall consist of any event where alcohol is served outside the building or where the total number of guests is more than 300 people. Notice of special rental events must be provided to the City two weeks in advance of the event. 6. Calendar of Events. The Club shall monthly provide the immediate neighborhood and the City with an updated calendar of club events, showing the approximate numbers of guests expected and whether or not any portion of the events will be held outside. 7. Indoor Noise Levels. The Club shall cause indoor noise levels to be monitored with an appropriate gauge. The Club shall cause windows facing the nearest neighbors to be filled with insulating material to lessen the sound coming from inside the building. 8. Parking. No event shall be larger in size than can be accommodated by the existing off- street parking area maintained by the Club. 9. List of Officers and Employees. The Club shall provide the City with a list of officers and trustees each year and the names and phone numbers of any manager or employees of the Club. Adopted by the Plymouth City Council on August 20, 1997.