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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 10-03-1997OCTOBER 3, 19 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 PM before each Council meeting. OCTOBER 8 7:00 PM COUNCIL STUDY SESSION TOPICS: Enforcement Issues, Data Practices and Open Meeting Law Briefing, Council Training and Conference Budget and other Budget Issues, Policies guiding the use of the City's Volunteer Programs, Ward Meetings Public Safety Training Room OCTOBER I S 7: 00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers — Draft Agenda is attached OCTOBER 29 7. 00 PM COUNCIL STUDY SESSION TOPICS: Zoning, Cellular Towers, Attendance Public Safety Training Room 2. PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING ON SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION BETWEEN FERNBROOK LANE AND VICKSBURG LANE, MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 7-8:30 PM, Plymouth City Hall. Staff report is attached. (M-2) 3. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 7: 30 PM, Medicine Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-3) 4. COLUMBUSDAY, MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, Public Works Department Closed. S. PRAC, MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 7.00 PM, Center Ice Room, Plymouth Ice Arena, 3650 Plymouth Boulevard. 04 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 3, 1597 6. PLAN! 7. ENVIh Hadley 8. HRA, i 9. PLYM1 • R, Page 2 COMMISSION, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7:00 PM, Council Chambers. 'ENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7.00 PM, Room. Y, OCTOBER 16, 7:00 PM, Medicine Lake Room. UTHICEARENA, 3650 Plymouth Boulevard: CUTTING CEREMONY, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 6. 00 PM • OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 9:00 AM to 6: 00 PM • GUIDED TOURS, SATURDAY and SUNDAY, OCT 18-19, 9: 00 AM to 6: 00 PM 10. FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 12: 00 PM to 4:00 PM 11. CIIAR TER COMMISSION, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 7: 00 PM 12. PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT), OCTOBER 22, 7:00 PM, Radley Lake Conference Room. 13. MEETING CALENDARS — October and November meeting calendars are attached. (M- 13) 1. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. a. j Notice of openings for nominations to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District j Board. (I–]q) b. j Invitation from Wayzata School District Officials to the Dedication and Community Open House for the new High School on Sunday, October 5, 1:00- 5:00 PM. A special program is scheduled for 3:00 PM. 0-1b) C. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission Wednesday, October 8, 1997 Meeting Agenda. (I -1c) d. Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission Thursday, October 9, 1997 Meeting Agenda. (I -1d) CITY CO UNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 3, 1997 Page 3 e. Notice of a tour and presentation for the north west Hennepin suburban Head Start on Wednesday, October 22, at 10:00 AM, at the Early Childhood Development Center, 8500 Zane Avenue N., Brooklyn Park. (I—le) 2. STAFFREPORTS a. Report from Financial Analyst Mike Kohn on the implementation of sump pump surcharges for three Plymouth residents. (I -2a) 3. MINUTES a. Draft minutes of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Steering Committee September 18, 1997 Meeting. (I -3a) b. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission August 13, 1997 Meeting. (I - 3b) C. Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission August 14, 1997 Meeting. (1-3c) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY— CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter from Public Works Director Fred Moore to Vicki Stolt responding to concerns regarding the speed limit on Old Rockford Road from Vicksburg Lane to Highway 55. (I -4a) b. Letter to Al Marfiz from Public Works Director Fred Moore responding to questions about a retaining wall in the Cardinal Ridge Development. Note: This letter was a response to a telephone conversation with Mayor Tierney, and does not appear on the tracking log for correspondence. (I -4b) C.- Correspondence to Ken Ferguson from Housing Supervisor Ed Goldsmith responding categorically to questions about housing in Plymouth. Note: This letter was a response to a fax to Housing Supervisor Goldsmith, and does not appear on the tracking log for correspondence. (I -4c) A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. S. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter to City Manager Dwight Johnson from NSP Community Service Manager John Theis regarding efforts to improve line clearance in the area. (1--5a) b. Letter to City Manager Dwight Johnson from Patty McGannon praising efforts of Housing Specialist Milt Dale in helping Ms. McGannon find a housing grant program. (1--5b) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 3, 1 97 W m Page 4 Letter to the Mayor and the Public Works Department from Residents of 49' Avenue North commenting on street conditions at the intersection of 49' Avenue and Forestview Lane. The letter has been forwarded to City Engineer Dan Faulkner. (I—Sc) Invitation from Councilmember Judy Johnson to area groups to the October 17-19 Grand Opening of the Plymouth Ice Center and Life Time Recreation Complex. A list of the invitation recipients is attached. (I -5d) J�►, � DRAFT 10/03/97 17:59 AM CITY OF PLYMOUTH AGENDA REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 15,1997 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLYMOUTH FORUM - Individuals may address the Council about any item not contained on the regular agenda. A maximum of 15 minutes is allotted for the Forum. If the full 15 minutes are not needed for the Forum, the City Council will continue, with the agenda. The City Council will take no official action on items discussed at the Forum, with the exception of referral to staff or Commission for future report. 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC INFORMATION ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Open House Announcement B. Announcement of America Recycles Day, November 15 (requested by Councilmember Black) C. Recognition of Retiring Plymouth Employees — Dave Digatono, John Larson, and Kathy Beck 5APPROVE AGENDA - Councilmembers may add items to the agenda including items contained in the Council Information Memorandum for discussion purposes or staff direction only. The Council will not normally take official action on items added to the agenda. * Items require 5 affirmative votes of the City Council for approval. 7:00 P.M. REGULAR jCOUNCIL MEETING October 15, j 1997 Page 2 6. CONSENT AGENDA - These items are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discu Sion of these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so reque ts, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed elsewhere on the agenda. A. approve City Council Minutes B. Approve Disbursements C. roclaim October as Breast Cancer Awareness Monti requested by Mayor Tierney) D. iAward Police -ordered Towing and Impound Contracl E. (Receive 1996 Financial Trend Report F. Approve Exemption from Lawful Gambling License for Pilgrim Lane PTO for a raffle on October 21 G. Approve Tobacco Licenses for: 1) Thomas John's Tobacconist Inc., northwest quadrant of I-494 and Rockford Road 2) Holiday Stationstore #312, 9705 Schmidt Lake Road 3) Holiday Stationstore #317, 2725 Campus Drive H. Approve Gasoline Service Station Licenses for: 1) Holiday Stationstore #312, 9705 Schmidt Lake Road 2) Holiday Stationstore #317, 2725 Campus Drive I. Approve Final Plat for Ferndale Place Addition located south of County Road 6 and east of Ferndale Road. Henry Lazniarz j (96038F) J. I Approve Ice Center Change Orders and Final Payments *K. N - I Rezoning from RSF-2 to RSF4 for the Westbranch 4`h Addition site located north of Rockford Road, west of Vicksburg Lane and east of Dunkirk Lane. Rezoning the site to RSF-4 would correct the mistake * Items require 5 affirmative votes of the City Council for approval. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING October 15, 1997 Page 3 the City made in December of 1996 and classify the land in accordance with previous development approvals. City of Plymouth. (97134) L. Approve a Final Plat for Westbranch 4' Addition for 22 multi -family (twinhomes), one single family home and one outlot located at the north side of County Road 9 between Vicksburg Lane and Dunkirk Lane. U.S. Home Corporation. (95139) *M. Approve Rezoning, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for 108 unit townhome development located west of Dunkirk Lane at 39' Avenue North. Town & County Homes, Inc. (97011) *N. Approve Rezoning, PUD (Planned Unit Development) General Plan, and Final Plat for Gramercy Park Senior Cooperative, a 56 -unit senior housing cooperative for property located north of the intersection of 45`h Avenue North and Revere Lane. Housing Services, Inc. (97095) O. Approve a Site Plan Amendment for parking lot expansion, Variance from parking setbacks and Variance from the maximum impervious surface area coverage in the Shoreland District for Medicine Lake Properties of Plymouth, L.P. (Topaz Trucking) at 9909 South Shore Drive. Thomas William Prokasky Architects. (97114) P. Approve a Site Plan Amendment for a 44,880 square foot building addition and parking lot expansion for Ameriserve at 4150 Berkshire Lane North. Opus. (97123) Q. Variance to allow construction of an entrance monument sign that would encroach the minimum setback standards. The monument sign would be located south of the Soo Line Railroad and west of Comstock Lane to serve The Courts at Nanterre residential development. Moen Leuer Construction. (97130) R. Approve a Final Plat for Shenandoah Apartments located at the northwest comer of 221 Avenue and Shenandoah Lane. Peter Andrea Company. (97137) * Items require 5 affirmative votes of the City Council for approval. REGULAi COUNCIL MEETING October 15� 1997 Page 4 S. Approve a Lot Consolidation for property located at 12001 23`d Avenue North. Greg Roland. (97147) T. Approve a Final Plat for two residential lots for property located n uth of Medina Road, east of County Road 24, and west of Garland (ne. Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. (97144) 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. IOff Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for TLS, Inc., 12 Nathan Lane B. Assessment hearing on 1997 Removal and Destruction of Diseased Trees, Roll 1 C. Assessment hearing on 1997 Weed Eradication and Destruction, Roll 1 D. Public Improvement Hearing on County Road 6 Sanitary Sewer Extension from Ranier Lane to Urbandale Lane, Project 7018 E. Assessment Hearings: 1. Peony Lane Street and Utilities, Project 5002 2. 12`h Avenue Street and Utilities, Project 5023 3. 41' Avenue/Hughston Addition Street and Utilities, Project 5037 4. Ridgemount Avenue Street Reconstruction, Project 7004 5. Vicksburg Lane Street Reconstruction, Project 7010 8. GENERAL BUSINESS A. 9. REPORTS AND STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS A. Consider allowing students to sit at the dais (requested by Councilmember Johnson) 10. ADJOURNMENT * Items require 5 affirmative votes of the City Council for approval. DATE: October 1, 1997 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Fred G. Moore, P.E., Director of Public Works SUBJECT: SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION VICKSBURG LANE TO FERNBROOK LANE CITY PROJECT NO. 9007 The consultant has the plans approximately 90 percent complete for the extension of Schmidt Lake Road between Fernbrook Lane and Vicksburg Lane. We have invited area residents to a public information open house on October 6 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the City Hall. Attached is a letter sent to the area residents. This is the second information meeting with the property owners on this project. Where possible, their previous comments have been incorporated in the plans. After this meeting, the plans will be completed and presented to the City Council for approval. Please contact Dan Faulkner or me if there are any questions. attachment cc: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager vl aurie Ahrens, City Clerk UPIy_m\mdisk I\PVV\En`inaring%PROJECTS\90TMEMOS\SchmiddkComt.dw «PIN_NUMBER» «OWNER» «ADDRESS» «CITY», «ST» «ZIP» SUBJECT: SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION VICKSBURG LANE TO FERNBROOK LANE CITY PROJECT NO. 9007 Dear Resident: This is to inform you that we will be having our second public information meeting on October 6, 1997, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at City Hall in the Council Chambers to present the draft final construction plan for the above project. The meeting will be an open house setup with staff members and the City's consultant to explain the plans to individuals and answer questions and concerns that you may have. You can come anytime between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m: As previously indicated, the alignment for Schmidt Lake Road was shifted approximately 250 feet north of the platted right-of-way at its southern most point. The proposed roadway is a four lane undivided section with turn lanes at Fernbrook Lane and Vicksburg Lane. The proposed plans include the extension -of Minnesota Lane and Orchid Lane to connect to the northerly realignment of Schmidt Lake Road. Due to the alternative accesses onto Fernbrook Lane for the Fernbrook Woods Two Subdivision, consideration is being given to cul-de-sacing Harbor Lane at Schmidt Lake Road, rather than providing an intersection on the south side. An 8 -foot wide bituminous trail on the south side of Schmidt Lake Road is also being proposed along with berming where feasible. We would like to bid this project this fall and if weather permits, begin the grading yet this year with the major project being completed in the summer of 1998. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please plan on attending the open house on October 6, or you can contact me directly at 509-5520, or Dan Campbell at 509-5522. Sincerely, 4014« Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. City Engineer PLYMOUTH Al Du e �t! f 1111111ct 'T) !'!VC G:%pMEngineering%PROJECT'S19MLTRS�ScALkRd_frm_2.aoc 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE :'5121 S0;r-5000 Plymouth Human Rights Commission October 9, 1997 7:30 PM Agenda I. Call to Order II. Approval of Agenda III. Approval of Minutes IV. Order of the Day: Sue Nelson, West Suburban Mediation Center V. Old Business a. Student Members—Status of Applications, next steps b. Human Rights Award—Status of Nominations, next steps VI. New Business a. Citizen inquiry b. City Celebration—October 17 - 18 VII. For Information a. Report on League Conference b. Minnesota Fair Housing Newsletter c. Minnesota Cities column on City of Rochester program d. Dateline NBC story on ADA issues VIII. Adjourn aUO oF•00v�i, ! 0 N C7 U I U zz j Qw W C zo a = e ', > v,- oD I�Q �, I E: v WU g; 'R: ,ODU Ig u ',8 en m v. ca ca46 18 13 �e� N ig � ,nziy mz � E ;j ma d g �y= I I,¢��+C. U=�• yy i � ,dmzh � Uzo u .' I a U U E, - A ° '-i zoF� U,Q�I : o z O U N ,t- A. _ N a O S ;^ 00 'r L6 �anH €3i hrar yi, fVPVryC C I S ti M ! 0 N C7 U I U zz j Qw W C zo a = e ', > v,- oD I�Q �, V� ,ODU Ig u ',8 m ca ca46 18 13 �e� N ig � ,nziy �<yy'' g�z dgo E ;j ma d g I,¢��+C. U=�• c � U c C I S ti M ! Q� N j Qw W C AUG. I¢Wv�i> oUMm v,- oD I�Q �, u ',8 m ca ca46 13 �e� N o � f� I,¢��+C. U=�• c � U c a U U E, a2� 7 O� : o z O U N ,t- A. _ N ! I j Qw W C AUG. I¢Wv�i> oUMm v,- oD I�Q �, M_13 The Steering Committee of the Cities of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) is announcing the nomination process for positions on the Board of Managers of the MCWD. Cities are urged to do one or both of the following: • Submit nominations to their County (Hennepin or Carver) • Send a letter from the mayor -or administrator to the Steering Committee asking the Committee to serve as the coordinator/endorsement body for MCWD nominations to the County Board (most cities recently passed resolutions urging this inter -city cooperation). The Steering Committee recommends the nominees have the following qualities: • Knowledge of and/or interest in surface water environmental and flooding impacts. • Knowledge of public financing. • Knowledge of and/or past experience in local government. • Knowledge of and/or past experience in land development. If possible, have nominations and letters to the Steering Committee by October 17, 1997. Let the Committee know if you cannot make the deadline. The names of nominees must be submitted to the County by the end of the year. Steering Committee of the Cities of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District HOWARD BENNIS, MAYOR CITY OF DEEPHAVEN 20225 COTTAGEWOOD ROAD EXCELSIOR MN 55331-1877 474-4755 fax: 474-1274 ED SHUKLE, CITY MANAGER 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND MN 55364-1687 472-0600 fax: 474-0620 FRED RICHARDS 7225 FLEETWOOD DRIVE EDINA MN 55435 (home) 941-7626 September 18,1997 TERRY SCHWALBE PROJECT COORDINATOR 600 EAST RICE STREET WAYZATA MN 55391-1799 473-0234 fax: 404-5318 PHIL ZIETLOW, COUNCIL MEMBER 2052 COUNTY ROAD 24 MEDINA MN 55340 473-4643 fax: 473-9359 MIKE EASTLING, PUBLIC WORKS DIR. 6700 PORTLAND AVENUE SOUTH RICHFIELD MN 55423 861-9792 fax: 861-9749 Independent School District 284 Paul R. Beilfuss, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools 210 County Road 101 North P.O. Box 660 Wayzata, MN 55391-0660 612.745.5001 Fax: 612.745.5097 0284supt0informns. k12.mn.us September 26, 1997 Employees of the CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Dear City of Plymouth Employees: As you know, October 5, 1997, is a special day in the Wayzata Public Schools community as we are dedicating our newly constructed Wayzata High School. We would be honored if you would attend the Dedication and Community Open House on Sunday, October 5, 1997, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Wayzata High School (Program at 3:00 P.M.). Looking forward to seeing you on the 5th. Sincerely, 609 Paul R. Beilfuss, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools DL]:LMB/61 Debraz Schoo rdr Building excellence for students and the community! WAYZATA HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING DEDICATION and COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE a October 5, 1997 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. DEDICATION PROGRAM 3:00 p.m. Welcome Paul R. Beilfuss, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools The Star Spangled Banner Wayzata High School Concert Choir Francis Scott Key/John Stafford Smith Rebecca Wyffels, Director Presentation of the Building Kenneth Grabow, Architect Armstrong, Torseth, Skold ex Rydeen Kevin Strong, Construction Manager M. A. Mortenson at Company Community Acceptance of Building Debra L. Jamrogiewicz School Board Chair Howard B. Casmey Past School Board Chair Staff Acceptance of Building Craig Paul, Principal Wayzata High School Student Acceptance of Building Brooke Glessing, President Student Government Speakers Joy Tierney, Mayor Cityof Plymouth Jim Ramstad, Member of Congress House of Representatives Martin Gutmann, President National Honor Society Closing Remarks Paul R. Beilfuss, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools American Hymn Wayzata High School Concert Choir Arrangement by Cecil Effinger Rebecca Wyffels, Director " (% ..,rrr\` 1� ,ti •..f.r/�l , , ata m HigH School 11" Building excellence for students! mk WE'RE BUILDING EXCELLENCE FOR STUDENTS BY .. . ORGANIZING THE SCHOOL TO BEST MEET STUDENTS' NEEDS. ach grade level has a separate floor of the academic building, or Building A, to call home. Fourth floor accommodates sophomores, who use the greenhouse to explore the world of biology. Freshmen are based on third floor. Second floor is home to juniors; and seniors make first floor their own. Each floor offers a centrally located office, teachers' stations, and two banks of student lockers. Classrooms are clustered in groups of ten. Also located within each floor's classroom cluster are "breakout rooms" for group learning activities. Four stair- wells, with floor to ceiling windows, allow for safe, quick movement among floors. Fine Arts classrooms are located in Building B which also houses the auditorium. Students have room to be creative in the school's four art studios and three music performance rooms. The large gymnasium provides seating for 3,000 spectators and can be divided into four smaller gym areas. Building C also houses boys' and girls' locker rooms as well as the weight room. PROVIDING ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY FOR IMPROVED LEARNING. T he school is designed to allow students maximum access to technology. The building is wired for voice, data and video. (District owned and operated tele- phone and cable television system.) Each classroom has a telephone with voice mail capabilities. Wiring for video cameras also runs throughout the building to allow for live cable television coverage and interactive teleconferencing. Students study lasers and robotics in the Tech 2000 lab. Other technol- ogy features include eight computer labs (one on each floor, others for special classes), a full production TV studio and internet access from every classroom. "As our District moves toward Graduation Standards—where the focus is on what stu- dents do rather than what teachers tell them— this facility will allow students more options to demonstrate what they learn." David Astin, WMS Teacher SPECIAL FEATURES .. . The high school's largest classroom is one without walls. Nearly 67 acres of sur- rounding area contain maple/basswood trees, Elm Creek, and three wetland areas. Students will enjoy environmental learning opportunities afforded by this land which is partially owned by the City of Plymouth. Parking? No problem. There are 1300 parking spaces to accommo- date faculty, parents and students. In an added safety fea- ture, buses will drop off and pick up students in a separate area behind the academic classrooms. Bus and car traffic will not cross. Culinary Express offers a variety of dining choices centering around seven themes including: W.T.'s Grill, MANGIA—Italian foods, Uptown Diner—homestyle foods like turkey and meatloaf, Planet 284—ethnic choices, Lake Street Market—a market place deli, and others. Students and staff are sure to find something to tempt their taste buds! Cooperating for a community of learners 11 community residents will benefit from the cooperative work of the school District nd the City of Plymouth. The property surrounding the high school, 160 acres, was cooperatively purchased and developed allowing for joint bids which secured the most economical means of development. The city also quickly began construction of Peony Lane, including the bridge, and assured that its completion would coincide with the school's opening in September 1997. Cooperative agreements between the District and the City have resulted in.- 00-Two n. ►Two additional gym stations (made possi- ble by a financial contribution from the City); 00 -Shared use of the site's playing fields including baseball, football and soccer; Poo -Shared use of the facility including gymna- siums, weight room and two "forum" rooms for large group lectures or presentations; ► Additional parking spaces in the school's front lot (the result of a trade for construc- tion/building fees); 111 -The preservation of 27 acres of natural wetlands to the northeast of the school. Other cooperative ventures benefitting high school students as well as the community include: LifeTime Fitness Center High School swim teams will enjoy use of the swimming facilities, including locker rooms, at LifeTirne Fitness. LifeTime's indoor pool, the second largest in the state, provides seating for 350 spectators. City Ice Arena Through another cooperative agreement, boys and girls hockey teams will take advan- tage of the city's two ice rinks which are adjacent to LifeTime Fitness. In addition to ice time, the City of Plymouth has constructed locker rooms on site for District team use. "The collaboration of the City and School District resulted in a state-of-the-art school and versatile community recreational facility. The community -at -large is that much richer as a result of this shared effort." Joy Tiemey, Plymouth Mayor t "we C excel) an e we b Sid. I`�1^ f r•.a. j1/�,Afra�+�1 a1r{lt„ At \.r ♦ -. V-4 „{ ' �t�. •�r !� !tiy t l r!: I ♦ ! -} y'r :Y .vi .f.sL.1 j,.l r /4`�,•X% e1t ti• '� �i i �` .� y ` !: i.. rte. •r,�e�:�_:d�Z:.• �f:!,t�,a!; } :�'3Y.r.y '�', • -may t sc- t•�;r/ �•.� a,.t l�yy,,r��KY♦,q a:.ri l Y,} ♦r ... �� ; ^. •. � t'•lli1. �� !r`i .� y c ". z�. �. r �. ! f - lj •}y( �� Iti i� h! 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I tip\! ,-!t•/ '4 �,` ' Thank you to all community members f; } `�. r :�'•+j�4a�.•'i�.y'w % who so generously supported the)/.,y: 1994 Bond Referendum. Your support���`� s r�, of Wayzata Public Schools is buildings=�' excellencefor our children. % r .•.Iii � : �•' � ti" ••��>>i i '•�'y��,(�n�'t"�h^k ✓ i ,F U ♦ w \I.l r• ,.� t •� �• . �fllr r % ��rJ + trl•Y'V "u W' �,��.W J '�i rJ r4 ! -n f" A .! ! �5 � Y. Jam, f•G'� \} �y riYi�}' { ryt • �r.rt'. r lr. J r a t,7 " � • � ! ` \ t � t i12/(}�'\.y, t� R y�J�. t Spy f l ti � 7 f h ti � r \r, rrra• `t. / r 'I fr t .:.•�j� I!�� �••�,MrY�rr� ;I~,r 1•%'� ��''ry� rF `+ a\ j'r r .,♦ •, .. +!•ar n '/ ..V' f: .. . .j ,5•- l:L%,f%!i' i•::ef.:� .r�r.. 1.. . • _ . . elm creek 'j Watershed Management Co :lssion EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Judie A. Anderson " 3001 Harbor Lane Ste. 150 Plymouth, MN 55447 Phone 612/553-1144 PCOJ TECHNICAL ADVISOR co Hennepin Conservation District 10801 Wayzata Blvd. Ste. 240 Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone 612/544-8572 AGENDA 9 October 8, 1997 CALL TO ORDER 1. Consent items. a. Approval of minutes of September meeting. b. Treasurer's report and submission of bills. 2. Correspondence. 3. Water Quality. a. Outlet Monitoring Program. b. Macroinvertebrate Monitoring and Education Project. C. Lake Monitoring. d. TCWQI Grant. 4. Wetland Conservation Act. a. 95-020 Castle Ridge Estates, Hassan. b. 96-069 Keefe Schunk, Corcoran. C. 96-078 Greg Ebert, Corcoran. d. 97-034 Betty Schmiege, Corcoran. e. 97-051 G&M Properties, Ebert Construction, Corcoran. f. 97-054 Bluffs of Corcoran, Corcoran. g. 97-055 Rush Creek Golf Club, Corcoran. 5. Project Reviews. a. 97-048 Hills of Elm Creek, Maple Grove. b. 97-049 Palmer West Construction, Hassan. C. 97-050 Precision Pavement Marking, Hassan. d. 97-051 G&M Properties, Ebert Construction, Corcoran. 6. Other Business. 7. Informational Items. a. 95-024 Soo Line East, Plymouth. b. 96-044 IME Trucking, Dayton. C. 96-047 Burnet Realty (Northern Tier Limited), Maple Grove. d. 96-065 Mega Homes, Dayton. e. 96-070 Tavis Metal and Fabrication, Hassan. f. 96-072 Steine Cold Storage, Corcoran. g. 96-073 Jack & Cheryl Addn Stormwater, Corcoran. h. 96-076 P&F Machining, Dayton. CHAMPI IN - CORCORAN - DAYTON - HASSAN - MAPLE GROVE - MEDINA - PLYMOUTH Agenda October 8, 1997 page 2 L 97-003 Huntingwood Farms East, Maple Grove. j. 97-005 Weber Property Bank Erosion on Crow River, Hassan. k. 97-020 Dunkirk/Lawndale Road, Maple Grove. 1. 97-021 Holiday Station, Medina. In. 97-022 Kelly's Wrecker Service, Medina. n. 97-025 Mid -Specs, Inc., Hassan. 0 97-026 Sharp Construction, Lot 5, Hassan. P. 97-027 Five Star Industrial Park, Maple Grove. q. 97-029 Menard's, Maple Grove. r. 97-030 Elm Creek Office Center, Maple Grove. S. 97-032 Elm Creek Ridge, Maple Grove. t. 97-036 Jet Edge, Medina. U. 97-037 Northern Dewatering, Hassan. V. 97-038 Copper Marsh south, Maple Grove. W. 97-039 Veit Companies, Hassan. X. 97-041 The Shores of Elm Creek, Maple Grove. Y. 97-042 Schmidt Lake Road Improvement, Plymouth. Z. 97-044 Salem Woods 3rd Addition, Greenfield. aa. 97-045 South Pointe 4th Addition, Rogers. ab. 97-046 K'N'R' Electronics, Medina. ac. 97-047 Deer Crossing, Maple Grove. ad. 97-052 Permagreen, Corcoran. ae. 97-054 Wedgewood Commerce Building XIV, Maple Grove. SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MHNHGEMENT COMMISSION 3001 Harbor Lane - Suite 150 - Plymouth, MN 55447 Telephone (612)553-1144 - FAX (612)553-9326 A regular meeting of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission will be held Thursday, October 9, 1997, at 12:45 p.m. at Lancer at Edinburgh, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, MN. Anenda for that meeting follows: YY 1. Call to order. Co 2. Roll call. 3. Minutes of September meetin 4. Reports from officers. 5. Approval of claims. 6. Consideration of communications. a. Communications Log.* 7. Water Quality. a. 1997 Monitoring Projects - update. 8. Project Reviews. a. 97-17 Pike Lake Woods Townhomes, Plymouth.* b. 97-18 Sleep Inn, Brooklyn Park.* 9. Wetland Conservation Act. 10. Local Plans. 11. Other Business. a. Twin Lakes/Ryan Lake Agreement. 12. Adjournment. * in meeting packet. BROOKLYN CENTER * BROOKLYN PARK- CRYSTAL- MAPLE GROVE * MINNEAPOLIS * NEW HOPE 9 OSSEO- PLYMOUTH * ROBBINSDALE ;ESS [�a Northwest Helping all dAten s mt,2d br& A C) ' OGi 0 3 tri37 NORTHWEST HENNEPIN , N HUMAN SERvICES COUNCIL t 7601 Kentucky Ave. N. Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 (612) 493-2802 To: City Council members and City Managers City of Brooklyn Center City of Maple Grove City of Brooklyn Park City of New Hope City of Champlin City of Osseo City of Crystal City of Plymouth City of Golden Valley City of Robbinsdale From: Elizabeth Gardner and Patty Wilder Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Date: September 30, 1997 Re: Town Hall Early Childhood Development Center Tour, October 22 8500 Zane Avenue North, Brooklyn Park Success By 6® Northwest and the northwest Hennepin municipalities have had a long interest in Head Start and the services it offers to support families and children. We cordially invite you to attend a tour and presentation at the northwest Hennepin suburban Head Start (also known as Town Hall) on Wednesday, October 22 at 10:00 AM. The enclosed agenda outlines the discussion items for the meeting. Karen Cook, Center Director, will provide the tour. Mary Anderson, Mayor of Golden Valley, spoke with several Mayors about this meeting earlier this year. We recognize that without the support of the northwest Hennepin municipalities, this Head Start Center would not have become a reality. And therefore, the local communities who allocated CDBG funding have had a fiduciary interest in the Center's services. You may recall that a similar type of tour was held September, 1995. We hope that you will be able to participate in this tour. If you're not able to attend, we ask that you consider sending another representative from your community. To assist with planning, please RSVP to Elizabeth Gardner at 493-2802 by Monday, October 20. Thank you. Brooklyn Center Corcoran Golden Valley Brooklyn Park Crystal Hanover Champlin Dayton Hassan Maple Grove Plymouth New Hope Robbinsdale Osseo Rogers Town Hall Early Childhood Family Development Center Northwest Community Tour & Meeting Success By 60 Northwest, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council & Government Representatives Wednesday, October 22, 1997 10:00 AM 8500 Zane Avenue North Brooklyn Park 425-7422 I. Welcome and Introductions -- Karen Cook, Center Director II. PICA status report -- Karen Cook (and/or other PICA Staff) A. Families Served: 1.) How many children attend the Town Hall Head Start school for program year 1997- 1998? 2.) Which cities are these children from? (A breakdown by city and zip code) 3.) Is there a waiting list for the Town Hall Center for the 1997-1998 year? 4.) How many children were enrolled in Head Start for the school year 1996-1997? 5.) How many children were on the waiting list for school year 1996-1997? B. Facility Usage 6.) Please describe program services at the Town Hall Center. 7.) How is the building used in the summer? C. Collaborative Endeavors 8.) Does Town Hall collaborate with other agencies? If yes, how so? 9.) How can we continue to develop the partnership between Success By 6 Northwest and PICA? D. Future Plans 10.) What are PICA's plans for expansion in Hennepin County, specifically the northwest Hennepin area? 11.) What are the percentages of the unmet need for northwest Hennepin County from 1994-1997? 12.) Any other additional questions III. Tour facility MEMO-- CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN '55447 DATE: September 30, 1997 TO: Mayor Tierney, City Council and Dwight Johnson - City Manager FROM: Mike Kohn, Financial Analyst through Dale Hahn, Finance Director SUBJECT: Implementation of sump pump surcharge for three City residents. Jacquelyn Johnson (16130 15`h Avenue North), Karen Owens (1325 Everest Lane North), and James Henke (17730 12" Avenue North) have not yet had their properties inspected as called for in Section 740 of the City Code. An initial attempt was made to contact these individuals via door-to-door inspection during the month of January, 1996. Since that initial attempt to inspect, each of these properties has received at least one door hanger, two letters via regular mail from Howard R Green Consulting Engineers, one letter from the City via certified mail (see attached) and a letter in their utility bills (see also attached). Every effort was made to give each of these individuals ample opportunity to contact the City or Howard R. Green to have their systems inspected. In the last letter each person was given until September 26, 1997 to contact the City or Howard R. Green. It was explained in the letter that if this deadline were not met a $100 per month surcharge would be placed on their next utility bill. This deadline has now passed and it would seem that the imposition of a $100 per month surcharge on their next utility bill would be warranted. The $100 per month surcharge should serve the intended purpose of getting each resident's cooperation. Unless instructed otherwise, each resident's next bi-monthly utility bill will reflect a $200 surcharge. This bill will be mailed on October 16, 1997 and is due on November 20, 1997. Hopefully these residents will, as a consequence of the surcharge, contact the City or Howard R. Green for an inspection so that the surcharge does not have to be continued into the future. J: 20 April 21, 1997 CITV C>F PLYMOUTH+ Jacquelyn Johnson 16130 15th Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Ms. Johnson: f I .. Our records indicate that yo np pump system is not in compliance with City of Plymouth Code, Section 740, amended by the City Council on June 20, 1995 which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pumps systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common). A copy of Section 740 of the City Code is enclosed. Please call the sump pump inspection appointment line at 644-2072 no later than June 1, 1997 to arrange for inspection. If we have not heard from you by that date, we will be required to initiate the process that will add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill each month, beginning in June of 1997, until your sump system passes inspection. If our records are in error, and you have your copy of the form indicating your system already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before June 1, 1997 or the surcharge will appear on your next bill. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please give me a call at 509-5327. Sincerely, Mike Kohn Financial Analyst MK: jk Enclosure PLYMOUTH A Beaut fuf Pface To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD OUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 April 21, 1997 CITY C PLYMOUTR Karen Owens 1325 Everest Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Ms Owens: l ; Our records indicate that your sump pump syste. not in compliance with City of Plymouth Code, Section 740, amended by the City Council on June 20, 1995 which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pumps systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common). A copy of Section 740 of the City Code is enclosed. Please call the sump pump inspection appointment line at 644-2072 no later than June 1, 1997 to arrange for inspection. If we have not heard from you by that date, we will be required to initiate the process that will add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill each month, beginning in June of 1997, until your sump system passes inspection. If our records are in error, and you have your copy of the form indicating your system already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before June 1, 1997 or the surcharge will appear on your next bill. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please give me a call at 509-5327. Sincerely, Mike Kohn Financial Analyst MK:jk Enclosure PLYMOUTH A Beaut fu[Aace To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOT - -5447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 April 21, 1997 James S. Henke 17730 12th Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 C, Dear Mr. Henke: z_z CITY OF PLYMOU?F+ Our records indicate that : sump pump system is not in compliance with City of Plymouth Code, Section 740, amended by the City Council on June 20, 1995 which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pumps systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common). A copy of Section 740 of the City Code is enclosed. Please call the sump pump inspection appointment line at 644-2072 no later than June 1, 1997 to arrange for inspection. If we have not heard from you by that date, we will be required to initiate the process that will add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill each month, beginning in June of 1997, until your sump system passes inspection. If our records are in error, and you have your copy of the form indicating your system already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before June 1, 1997 or the surcharge will appear on your next bill. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please give me a call at 509-5327. Sincerely, Mike Kohn Financial Analyst MK: jk Enclosure PLYMOUTH A Beautifu[Ptace To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD "LYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-500Q rdCITYf PLYMOUTR P 244 049 739 l;' J enke ; 'r 17730 ue N. Plymouth, M t00 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55 , I doF PLYMOUTH: Kar Owens 1325 rest Ian Plymou N Za .{ M O(,, t�i ia'•. N METER 400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA d � PLYMOUtFF MAIL AGR2?'7.'�' N N N METER !/ASC .. SF;v. • II v ZN�aN / Jacquelyn Johnson 16130 15th Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 WWL _.• •rte � •• H METE August 22, 1997 Jacquelyn Johnson 16130 15" Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Ms. Johnson: CITY OF PLYMOUTFF Please call the City of Plymouth Sump Pump Inspection Program at 644-2072 at your earliest convenience, to avoid an unnecessary surcharge on you utility bill. Our records indicate your. sump pump system has not yet been inspected as called for in City of Plymouth Code, section 740. A copy of the section, which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pump systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common), is enclosed. On April 21, 1997 a certified letter was sent to you regarding your failure to submit to an inspection to determine whether your sump pump system is in compliance with the City Code. The letter was returned as undelivered by the post office (see attached). The letter was a notice that failure to set up an appointment for an inspection, or to correct our records, would result in the initiation of the process that would add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill. As a final attempt to notify you, this letter is being sent via your utility bill. As stated in the previous letter please call the sump pump inspection line at 644-2072 to arrange for an inspection. A $100 surcharge will be added to your next utility bill unless we hear from you by September 26, 1997. . If our records are in error, and you have a copy of the form indicating your system has already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before September 26, 1997. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please contact me at 509-5327. Sincerely, '009Lv 4-e< �r Mike Kohn Finance Manager PI VRA()11TW n lft,..,s,,*A ,nl..,•,.T r:.,.. August 22, 1997 Karen Owens 1325 Everest Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Ms. Owens: CITY OF PLYMOUTEF Please call the City of Plymouth Sump Pump Inspection Program at 644-2072 at your earliest convenience, to avoid an unnecessary surcharge on you utility bill Our records indicate your sump pump system has not yet been inspected as called for in City of Plymouth Code, section 740. A copy of the section, which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pump systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common), is enclosed. On April 21, 1997 a certified letter was sent to you regarding your failure to submit to an inspection to determine whether your sump pump system is in compliance with the City Code. The letter was returned as undelivered by the post office (see attached). The letter was a notice that failure to set up an appointment for an inspection, or to correct our records, would result in the initiation of the process that would add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill. As a final attempt to notify you, this letter is being sent via your utility bill. As stated in the previous letter please call the sump pump inspection line at 644-2072 to arrange for an inspection. A $100 surcharge will be added to your next utility bill unless we hear from you by September 26, 1997. If our records are in error, and you have a copy of the form indicating your system has already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before September 26, 1997. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please contact me at 509-5327. Sincerely, v� 4 —.74 Mike Kohn Finance Manager r August 22, 1997 James S. Henke 17730 12" Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Henke: CITY OF PLYMOUTFF Please call the City of Plymouth Sump Pump Inspection Program at 644-2072 at your earliest convenience, to avoid an unnecessary surcharge on you utility bill. Our records indicate your sump pump system has not yet been inspected as called for in City of Plymouth Code, section 740. A copy of the section, which prohibits discharge of storm water into the sanitary sewer system, and requires that all sump pump systems have rigid discharge lines (PVC -type is most common), is enclosed. On April 21, 1997 a certified letter was sent to you regarding your failure to submit to an inspection to determine whether your sump pump system is in compliance with the City Code. The letter was returned as undelivered by the post office (see attached). The letter was a notice that failure to set up an appointment for an inspection, or to correct our records, would result in the initiation of the process that would add a $100 surcharge to your utility bill. As a final attempt to notify you, this letter is being sent via your utility bill. As stated in the previous letter please call the sump pump inspection line at 644-2072 to arrange for an inspection. A $100 surcharge will be added to your next utility bill unless we hear from you by September 26, 1997. If our records are in error, and you have a copy of the form indicating your system has already passed inspection, it will be a simple matter to correct, but you must call before September 26, 1997. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions please contact me at 509-5327. Sincerely, c Z�f r Mike Kohn e Finance Manager STEERING COMMITTEE FOR THE CITIES OF THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Thursday, September 18, 1997 DRAFT MEETING NOTES Attendees: Steering Committee Members: Howard Bennis, Mayor, Deephaven Phil Zietlow, Councilmember, Medina Ed Shukle, City Manager, Mound Fred Richards, Edina Mike Eastling, Public Works Director, Richfield Others: Janet Leick,- Hennepin County Public Works Absent: Steering Committee Members: Terry Schwalbe, Project Coordinator, Wayzata 1. Reviewed notes from the September 4, 1997 Steering Committee meeting. No objections. 2. Fifteen cities have adopted a resolution requesting Hennepin County assistance in the oversight of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The list (revised to bring it up to date) is attached. 3. Discussion of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) levy: The MCWD Managers approved a reduced $2.3 million levy, down from $4+ million. At the MCWD budgettlevy meeting, the Managers were concerned about a cash flow problem in 1998 given the $5+ million 1998 budget assumes many capital projects. There also appears to be a large ($5 million?) balance. Steering Committee members questioned the high budget estimate which is based upon projects that are still in the concept phase and need approval through a minor plan amendment to the MCWD Plan. 4. Discussion of the role of the Steering Committee and cities in the selection of . MCWD Managers: Hennepin County will be making appointments to two MCWD Manager positions which will open March 8, 1998. Carver County will be making one appointment. Cities within the District have the right to submit names of nominees for Watershed Managers to the County (see the copy of the attached Minnesota State Statute 103D.311). Members of the Steering Committee agreed that the cities of the MCWD should be alerted to that opportunity (see the attached sheet). If the cities wish to submit names, they can submit them directly to their County. The Statute indicates that cities can act jointly. The Steering Committee is Willing to serve as the clearing house for nominees. The Steering Committee can also make recommendations if the City or the nominee(s) request endorsement. The Steering Committee will work out the details in the weeks ahead. Pagel o1`2 S J% STEERING COMMITTEE FOR THE CITIES OF THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT September 18, 1997 DRAFT MEETING NOTES 4. Discussion of the role of the Steering Committee and cities in the selection of MCWD Managers (continued): The Steering Committee believes the following qualities to be desirable for nominees to the MCWD Board of Managers: • Knowledge of and/or interest in surface water environmental and flooding impacts. • Knowledge of public financing. • Knowledge of and/or past experience in local government. • Knowledge of and/or past experience in land development. Nominations must be to the County Board 60 days before the MCWD Manager terms expire on March 8, 1998. 5. Next meeting: October 2, 1997, 8:30 a.m. at Minnetonka Community Center. Prepared by: Michael J. Eastling, Richfield Public Works Director Attachments: Minnesota State Statute 103D.311 Announcement of nomination process for MCWD Board of Managers Page 2 of 2 CITIES SUBMITTING APPROVED RESOLUTION REQUESTING COUNTY ASSISTANCE IN THE OVERSIGHT OF MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT CITY Deephaven Edina Golden Valley Greenwood Long Lake Medina Minnetonka Minnetonka Beach Mound Orono Richfield Spring Park Tonka Bay Victoria, Carver County Wayzata, Woodland Total = 16 September 25, 1997 <Stonn><MCWD>Res-List 103D311 APPOINTMENT OF MANAGERS. Subdivision 1. Manager qualifications. A person may not be appointed as a manager (1) is not a voting resident of the watershed district; and ' '(2) is a public officer of the county, state, or federal government, except that a soil'and water coaservatioa supervisor may be a manager. Subd. 2'Appointment, (a) At least 30 days before the terms of office of the first rnanag- eis�namecl by the board expire, the county commissioners of each county responsible for ap- pointing a manager to the watershed district must meet and appoint successors: ••+ ;°`'(b) The county commissioners must meet at least 30 days before the term'of office of any manager expires and appoint a successor. ;;'�(c) A vacancy occurring in an office of a manager must be filled by the appointing coonly board. V ... '• (d) Appointing county boards shall provide public notice before making appointments. Published notice must be given at least once by publication in a newspaper of general circula- tion in the watershed district at least 15 days before an appointment or reappointment is ti made. The notice must state that persons interested in being appointed to serve as•a watershed Y istrict manager may submit their names to the county board for consideration. i•.' ' Subd. 3. Nominees for city initiated and metropolitan watershed districts. (a) If the establishment petition that initiated the watershed district originated from a majority of the cities within the watershed district, the county commissioners inust appoint the managers from a list of persons nominated by one or more of the townships and municipalities located "within the watershed district. if the district is wholly within the metropolitan area, the county :4 'commissioners shall appoint the managers from a list of persons nomin-.ed jointly or sever- ally by the towns and municipalities within the district. The list must contain at least three nominees for each mariager's position to be filled. The list must be submitted to the county ,boards affected by the watershed district at least 60 days before the manager's term of office expires. The county commissioners may appoint any managers from towns and municipali- ties that fail to submit a list of nominees., �If the list is not submitted 60 days before the.managers' terms of office expire, the ` county commissioners must appoint the managers from eligible tershed district. plm g g persons residing in the wa• . •1+ (c) Managers of a watershed district entirely within Ithe metropolitan area must be ap- _..; pointed to fairly represent the various hydrologic areas within the watershed district by resl- " dente of the manager appointed, ,, -`•. Subd. 4. Record of a ppotated managers. A record of all appointments made'' under this section must be filed with the county auditor of each county affected by the watershed dis- Wcl, the secretary of the board of managers, and the board of water and soil resources. History: 1990 091 art 4 s 20;1990 c 601 s3;1992 c 466 s 1,2;1995 c 199 s 10 . • 103D31S MANAGERS, ' c Subdivision 1.OatWEach manager must take and sign the oath defined in the Minneso- ta Constitution, article V, section 6. The signed oath must be filed with the board. ... , iC• ` wl►lMIED Dwmcrs iwwis h� `(3) a general description Of the property in the watershed district; (4) the date, time, and location of the hearing; and (5) a statement that all persons affected or interested in the watershed district may attend m give statements at the hearing, Subd.5. Iiearing. (a) If the board determines at the hearing that an increase in the num- - managers would benefit the public welfare; public interest, and the purpose of this cbepter, the board must increase the number of managers. (b) If the watershed district affects more than one county, the board, by order, must Ji- i the distribution of the managers among the affected counties. History: 1990 c 391 art 4 s 19;1995 c 199 s 9 " 103D311 APPOINTMENT OF MANAGERS. Subdivision 1. Manager qualifications. A person may not be appointed as a manager (1) is not a voting resident of the watershed district; and ' '(2) is a public officer of the county, state, or federal government, except that a soil'and water coaservatioa supervisor may be a manager. Subd. 2'Appointment, (a) At least 30 days before the terms of office of the first rnanag- eis�namecl by the board expire, the county commissioners of each county responsible for ap- pointing a manager to the watershed district must meet and appoint successors: ••+ ;°`'(b) The county commissioners must meet at least 30 days before the term'of office of any manager expires and appoint a successor. ;;'�(c) A vacancy occurring in an office of a manager must be filled by the appointing coonly board. V ... '• (d) Appointing county boards shall provide public notice before making appointments. Published notice must be given at least once by publication in a newspaper of general circula- tion in the watershed district at least 15 days before an appointment or reappointment is ti made. The notice must state that persons interested in being appointed to serve as•a watershed Y istrict manager may submit their names to the county board for consideration. i•.' ' Subd. 3. Nominees for city initiated and metropolitan watershed districts. (a) If the establishment petition that initiated the watershed district originated from a majority of the cities within the watershed district, the county commissioners inust appoint the managers from a list of persons nominated by one or more of the townships and municipalities located "within the watershed district. if the district is wholly within the metropolitan area, the county :4 'commissioners shall appoint the managers from a list of persons nomin-.ed jointly or sever- ally by the towns and municipalities within the district. The list must contain at least three nominees for each mariager's position to be filled. The list must be submitted to the county ,boards affected by the watershed district at least 60 days before the manager's term of office expires. The county commissioners may appoint any managers from towns and municipali- ties that fail to submit a list of nominees., �If the list is not submitted 60 days before the.managers' terms of office expire, the ` county commissioners must appoint the managers from eligible tershed district. plm g g persons residing in the wa• . •1+ (c) Managers of a watershed district entirely within Ithe metropolitan area must be ap- _..; pointed to fairly represent the various hydrologic areas within the watershed district by resl- " dente of the manager appointed, ,, -`•. Subd. 4. Record of a ppotated managers. A record of all appointments made'' under this section must be filed with the county auditor of each county affected by the watershed dis- Wcl, the secretary of the board of managers, and the board of water and soil resources. History: 1990 091 art 4 s 20;1990 c 601 s3;1992 c 466 s 1,2;1995 c 199 s 10 . • 103D31S MANAGERS, ' c Subdivision 1.OatWEach manager must take and sign the oath defined in the Minneso- ta Constitution, article V, section 6. The signed oath must be filed with the board. ... r elm creek Watershed Management Co EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Judie A. Anderson 3001 Harbor Lane Ste. 150 Plymouth, MN 55447 Phone 612/553-1144 TECHNICAL ADVISOR Hennepin Conservation District 10801 Wayzata Blvd. Ste. 240 Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone 612/544-8572 MINUTES August 13, 1997 6 OCT V 3 1'57 I. The regular monthly meeting of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission was called to order at 3:05 p.m., Wednesday, August 13, 1997, at Plymouth City Hall, Plymouth, MN, by Vice Chairman Gary Morrison. Those present were: Jesse Walizer, Champlin; Gary Morrison, Hassan; James Kujawa, Maple Grove; Pat Klise, Medina; Dan Faulkner, Plymouth; Ali Durgunoglu, HCD; Joel Jamnik, Campbell, Knutson; John Barten, Hennepin Parks; and Judie Anderson, Executive Secretary. II. Minutes. Motion by Klise, second by Faulkner to approve the minutes of the July meeting. Motion carried. III. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Kiise, second by Faulkner to approve the Treasurer's Report and pay the bills. Motion carried. IV. Correspondence. The Commissioners received a copy of a July 24 letter from the City of Corcoran to Randy Anderson re drainage concerns on his property. No action. V. Water Quality. A. Watershed Outlet Monitoring Program. 1. Elm Creek Gauging Station. The USGS replaced the cellular phone system with a GOES radio set-up. USGS has been sampling the rain events but we have not received the results yet. 2. Diamond Creek Gauging. The WL -14 water level logger has been received. HCD staff is looking for appropriate pipe to use for installing the equipment. 3. Mill Pond Lake Level Monitoring. The WL -14 water level logger has been received and will be installed as time allows. B. Macroinvertebrate Monitoring and Education Project. HCD staff has checked the results submitted. Osseo High School was 98% correct in their identification. HCD staff is preparing for the fall training and monitoring. C. Lake Monitoring. Attached to the Status Report was a summary of the results received for the monitoring of Fish, Weaver and Sylvan lakes. Phosphorus concentrations were high in the spring. Sylvan Lake's CHAMPLIN - CORCORAN - DAYTON - HASSAN - MAPLE GROVE - MEDINA - PLYMOUTH Minutes August 13, 1997 page 2 r, 3 b water quality was poor, as expected. Very high phosphorus concentrations were found. High chlorophyll a concentrations were found, indicating nuisance algae blooms were occurring. The lakes have been monitored six times as of July 1. D. Twin Cities Water Quality Initiative Grant Application. Indications through telephone conversations with Met Council staff are not encouraging. There were a lot of applications and it does not sound like the Commission's project will be funded. VI. Wetland Conservation Act. A. 95-020 Castle Ridge Estates, Hassan. No new information. B. 96-069 Keefe Schunk, Corcoran. Schunk's property was inspected on July 3, 1997. A restoration order preparation time was scheduled for July 10, 1997. Schunk then contacted the District and refused to allow staff on the property. We have sent him a letter informing him that a delineation of the wetland prior to fill must be completed by the District or a consultant he could hire. We are expecting correspondence from his attorney this week. C. 96-078 Greg Ebert, Corcoran. Ebert's restoration order was reinstated June 2, 1997. He was given until July 2, 1997 to complete his restoration plan. Ebert requested an extension until August 16, 1997 to prepare the restoration plan, which staff granted. D. 97-015 Todd Estrem, Corcoran. The site has been restored. E. 97-034 Betty Schmiege - Corcoran. A site inspection was performed on Ms. Schmiege's property and it was determined that approximately 2.6 acres of wetland were impacted as a result of ditch and fill activity last year. A restoration order has been sent to Ms. Schmiege with a September 17, 1997 due date. VII. Project Reviews. A. 97-028 Hidden Oaks PUD, Champlin. The Commissioners received a copy of a July 10 letter from Barten to Jack Bittle, City of Champlin, re the Park's concerns on pond designs and increased discharge and phosphorus loading to Lemans Lake in conjunction with the Commission's contingent approval of the Hidden Oaks PUD at the July meeting. Motion by Faulkner, second by Walizer directing the Chairman and staff to write a letter of support of the Park's position. Motion carried. B. 97-039 Veit Companies, Hassan. This site, an old land fill, is within Hassan Township, but is surrounded by the City of Rogers. About 12 acres drains to a wetland complex in Rogers to the southwest. District met with the owner's representatives and requested a pond for water treatment. HCD recommended approval of the stormwater plan contingent upon final review. Motion by Klise, second by Faulkner to approve the recommendation of the District Office. Motion carried. C. 97-041 The Shores of Elm Creek, Maple Grove. This is a residential development north of Rice Lake Dam. District believes the site is within the Elm Creek floodplain and notified the developer's agent for clarification. If the site is in the floodplain, the District recommends approval contingent upon the review of final plans if 1) there is no floodplain impact; or 2) impact is mitigated volume by volume. Motion by Klise, second by Faulkner to approve the recommendation of the District Office. Motion carried. D. 97-043 Minneapolis Trailer Sales, Rogers. This industrial development south of Rogers Industrial Park will divert about 9.1 acres of drainage from Crow River to the Elm Creek watershed. The runoff Minutes August 13, 1997 page 3 �7� will be treated in the proposed Industrial Park dry pond. District approved the stormwater and E&SC control plans after consulting with the Commission Chairman. District also recommended the City to convert the dry pond to a wet pond for better treatment. E. 97-044 Salem Woods 3rd Addition, Greenfield. About one-third of this 100 acre residential development drains to North Fork Rush Creek headwaters. Most of the drainage is from impervious road surfaces. The preliminary plans showed a stormwater treatment pond within the floodplain. It is expected that the final plan will either move the pond out of the floodplain or mitigate for the fill. HCD recommended approval of the plan contingent upon final review. Motion by Klise, second by Faulkner to approve the recommendation of the District Office. Motion carried. F. 97-045 South Pointe 4th Addition, Rogers. HCD is reviewing stormwater plans for this residential development and recommended contingent approval. Motion by Kujawa, second by Faulkner to approve the recommendation of the District Office. Motion carried. VIII. Informational Items. The following items are listed for informational purposes only and required no action by the Commission. A. 95-024 Soo Line East, Plymouth. No new information. B. 96-044 IME Trucking, Dayton. No new information. C. 96-047 Burnet Realty (Northern Tier Limited), Maple Grove. No new information. D. 96-050 Huntingwood Farms West, Maple Grove. District gave after -the -fact verbal approval June 19, 1997. District requested details July 28 on the USC plan and the NWLs and HWLs for the ponds to complete the file. E. 96-065 Mega Homes, Dayton. No new information. F. 96-070 Tavis Metal and Fabrication, Hassan. After -the -fact approval is given, but District requested final plans. G. 96-072 Steine Cold Storage, Inc., Corcoran. The District is awaiting resolution of issue on the DNR setback requirement from the Rush Creek tributary. H. 96-073 Jack & Cheryl Addition Stormwater, Corcoran. The District awaiting resolution of issue on the DNR setback requirement from the Rush Creek tributary. I. 96-076 P & F Machining, Dayton. No new information. J. 97-079 Town and Country First Addition, Maple Grove. Floodplain mitigation plan was approved in July. HCD needs to review and approve E&SC plan. K. 97-003 Huntingwood Farms East, Maple Grove. District requested details on the E&SC plan, the stormwater plan and HWLs for the ponds on July 28, 1997. L. 97-005 Weber Property Bank Erosion on Crow River, Hassan. No new development. M. 97-013 Elm Creek Bike/Hike Trail Parking Lot. Final plan was not received. N. 97-017 Acacia Hills, Corcoran. Contingent approval was given. District received stormwater computations on July 17, but some details were still missing. District requested the missing information by phone on July 30. O. 97-020 Dunkirk/Lawndale Road, Maple Grove. District received revised plans and are reviewing them. P. 97-021 Holiday Station, Medina. Commission requested revisions to the erosion and sediment control plan and the NURP pond design. Minutes August 13, 1997 page 4 Q. 97-022 Kelly's Wrecker Service, Medina. District requested revisions to the E&SC plan. R. 97-023 Brother's Mini Storage, Corcoran. Approved, July 21, 1997. S. 97-024 Tom Bury, Hassan. Contingent approval was granted in July. T. 97-025 Mid -Specs, Inc., Hassan. District requested minor erosion and sediment control details. U. 97-026 Sharp Construction, Lot 5, Hassan. District requested minor erosion and sediment control details. V. 97-027 Five Star Industrial Park, Maple Grove. District is reviewing the revised plans received July 25, 1997. W. 97-029 Menards, Maple Grove. District received revised plans, but was told by the developer's engineers that new set of plans would be submitted soon. Contingent approval has been given. X. 97-030 Elm Creek Office Center, Maple Grove. No new information. Y. 97-031 Good Shepherd Lutheran church, Corcoran. Z. 97-032 Elm Creek Ridge, Maple Grove. District is requesting additional information. AA. 97-033 Hunters Ridge (Place), Corcoran. District received revised stormwater plans showing increased impervious coverage from the initial plan on July 31, and is reviewing them. Contingent approval was given. AB. 97-036 Jet Edge, Medina. Contingent approval was given. District is finalizing the review. AC. 97-037 Northern Dewatering, Hassan. District requested additional E&SC details. AD. 97-038 Copper Marsh South, Maple Grove. This is a 71.91 acre development consisting of 215 living units located north of Weaver Lake. District Staff is waiting for revisions on the Erosion and Sediment Control Plans prior to granting approval. AE. 97-040 Marsh Creek Villas 2nd Addition, Maple Grove. This is a 40.2 acre development containing 15 living units (3 single family homes and 12 twin homes). A portion of the site is contained within the floodplain, but it appears to remain unchanged post -development. We are waiting for additional information on the erosion and sediment control plan prior to granting approval. AF. 97-042 Schmidt Lake Road Street Utility Improvement, Plymouth. District is reviewing plans for the E&SC and stormwater plans. The road goes through a residential development which was reviewed by the Commission previously. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Judie A. Anderson Executive Secretary JAA:tim SHINGLE CREE1( WFiTEZSHED MRNHGEMENT COMMISSION 3001 Harbor Lane • Suite 150 • Plymouth, MN 55447 .� Telephone (612)553-1144 • FAX (612)553-9326 MINUTES OCT 03 ,J9 August 14, 1997 '` 7 A meeting of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission was calla D'Andrea on Thursday, August 14, 1997, at 12:45 p.m. at Lancer at Edinburgh, Brooklyn Park, MN. Present were: Diane Spector, Brooklyn Center; Doran Cote, Brooklyn Park; Gerry Butcher, Maple Grove; Craig Cooper, Minneapolis; Mark Hanson, New Hope; Ron Quanbeck, Plymouth; Maria D'Andrea, Robbinsdale; Eric Thompson, Montgomery Watson; Curt Pearson, Kennedy & Graven; and Judie Anderson, Recording Secretary. I. Minutes. Motion by Cote, second by Cooper to approve the minutes of the July meeting of the Commission with the following correction: Project Review SC97-04 should read: Five Star Realty. Motion carried. II. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Spector, second by Hanson to approve the Treasurer's Report. Motion carried. III. Approval of Claims. Motion by Spector, second by Quanbeck to approve claims totaling $12,427.84. Claims were approved by roll call vote: ayes - Spector, Cote, Butcher, Cooper, Hanson, Quanbeck and D'Andrea; nays - none; absent - Crystal and Osseo. IV. Correspondence. The Commissioners reviewed the following: A. Communications Log. No action was required. B. Executed copy of Resolution 97-4 Advising the City of Brooklyn Park that Application for a Variance be Denied for Five Star Realty. C. Executed copy of Resolution 97-5 Relating to the Future Relationship between the Commission and its Member Cities. D. Copy of transmittal of Long Range Transportation System Plan from MNDOT. V. Water Quality. Thompson updated the Commissioners on the stream and lake monitoring program. I. Project Reviews. A. SC97-12 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, Plymouth. Construction of a new church facility on an 18 acre site located in the northeast quadrant of Northwest Boulevard and Schmidt Lake Road. This site BROOKLYN CENTER • BROOKLYN PARK • CRYSTAL • MAPLE GROVE 9 MINNEAPOLIS • NEW HOPE • OSSEO • PLYMOUTH • ROBBINSDALE Minutes August 14, 1997 page 2 was originally reviewed under SC95-02. The current development plan is basically the same as the 1995 submittal with some changes made to the pond design to avoid some wetland impacts. All runoff from the parking area will be routed to an on-site pond which has been designed to meet the Commission's requirements for stormwater treatment. Roof drainage is partially routed to the pond and partially drained to grassed areas surrounding the building. The pond outlets east to a small existing wetland which, in turn, outlets to an existing 24" RCP at Northwest Avenue. The proposed lowest floor elevation satisfies the Commission's one -foot freeboard requirement. There will be no wetland or floodplain impacts. Easements have been indicated on the plan to cover wetland and ponding areas. Motion by Cooper, second by Quanbeck directing the consultant to advise the City of Plymouth that approval of SC97-12 is hereby granted, pending receipt in the office of the Commission's engineer of the following: 1. - A design detail for the outlet control structure (skimmer) for the detention pond. 2. A revised erosion control plan specifying temporary use of hay bale sediment barriers at catchbasin inlets during construction. 3. An Operations and Maintenance Plan which will maintain the outlet control structure and permanent pool depth in the stormwater treatment pond. The plan shall be provided to the City in the form of a recordable agreement that assures that the designated operations and maintenance procedures will be faithfully executed. Motion carried. B. SC97-13 Arrow Robin Court Apartments, Robbinsdale. Paving of an existing parking lot serving a 36 unit apartment building located adjacent to the south of the southern lobe of Twin Lake at 4400 -45th Avenue North. The project was begun prior to city notification and was stopped by the city when it was discovered that work was being performed without appropriate permits. The plan calls for paving of approximately 15,000 SF of parking area, which drains directly to Twin Lake, and placement of curbing around the parking areas to concentrate stormwater discharges at three spots rather than maintain-ing the sheet drainage which currently exists. It is highly probable that the parking lot is located within the 100 -year floodplain; however, the paving work will likely result in only negligible floodplain fill. Motion by Cooper, second by Butcher directing the consultant to advise the City of Robbinsdale that approval of SC97-13 is hereby granted, pending receipt in the office of the Commission's engineer of the following: 1. Provisions for treatment of runoff from parking areas prior to discharge into Twin Lake. The standard Commission requirement is use of an on-site stormwater treatment pond. However, due to the limited site area and redevelopment- nature of this site, an alternative means for stormwater treatment may be acceptable. One such means is the use of a grassed Swale. Motion carried. C. SC97-14 JP Food Service, Plymouth. Construction of a new 3.8 acre parking lot to serve an existing office/warehouse facility located at 9605 54th Avenue North. This site was originally reviewed under SC86-09. The current project is an expansion of the earlier project. The site is located adjacent to a DNR protected wetland and there will be some encroachment on this wetland. Site grading will cause some floodplain fill. The amount has not been quantified nor has compensatory storage been specified. All drainage from the new parking surface will be routed to an on-site detention basin which will treat runoff in accordance with the Commission's standards for permanent pool volume, residence time and skinning. No erosion control plan has been received. Motion by Hanson, second by Quanbeck directing the consultant to advise the City of Plymouth that approval of SC97-14 is hereby granted, pending receipt in the office of the Commission's engineer of the following: Minutes August 14, 1997 page 3 1. An erosion control plan consisting of (at a minimum) temporary use silt fence downslope of all graded areas, hay bale or sediment barriers at all catchbasins during construction, and gravel construction entrances. Permanent provisions for riprap at all storm sewer outfalls shall also be specified. 2. Written notification to MDNR of intent to grade to elevation 914 within DNR Protected Wetland 578W (OHW = 914.5). 3. Compensatory storage for all fill placed below the 100 -year flood elevation of 915.0. 4. A legal document granting easements to the City over ponding areas, wetlands and 100- year floodplain. 5. An Operations and Maintenance Plan which will maintain the outlet control structure and permanent pool depth in the stormwater treatment pond. The plan shall be provided to the City in the form of a recordable agreement that assures that the designated operations and maintenance procedures will be faithfully executed. Motion carried. D. SC97-15 B.J. Carney Co. Superfund Site, Soo Line Railroad, Minneapolis. Clean-up of a five acre site at 4810 Osseo Road. Project consists of clean-up of contaminated soils resulting from previous creosote and pentachlorephenol wood treatment operations. Excavation depths will range between 1-4 feet. Dewatering will not be required. Soils will be removed from the site and clean fill will replace the excavated areas. The site is located approximately 1000 feet east of Ryan Lake and 500 feet south of Ryan Creek. A detailed erosion control plan has been provided which includes wind and water erosion control as well as contaminant containment. There is no development associated with the project so no stormwater treatment is required. There are no wetland or floodplain impacts associated with the project. Motion by Spector, second by Cote directing the consultant to advise the City of Minneapolis that approval of SC97-15 is hereby granted. Motion carried. E. 60 -Day Rule. In his August 6, 1997 letter to the Chair, Pearson provided information relating to MN Statutes Section 15.99 as it pertains to requests for project review. Staff will work together to develop procedures and/or forms to clarify the requirements of the Statutes. There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Judie A. Anderson Recording Secretary JAA:tim C 1 vb1 September 26, 1997 Ms. Vicki Stolt 4490 Fountain Lane Plymouth, MN 55446 SUBJECT: SPEED LIMIT Ciry of PLYMOUTFF OLD ROCKFORD ROAD (COUNTY ROAD 9) VICKSBURG LANE TO HIGHWAY 55 Dear Ms. Stolt: I am responding to your September 23, 1997 letter to me expressing concerns about the increased speed limit to 50 miles per hour on Old Rockford Road. For your information, the speed limit has not been increased recently and, in fact, has been 50 miles per hour for several years. Please find enclosed a copy of a September 24, 1997 letter from Fred Moore, Director of Public Works, which was mailed to four residents in your neighborhood concerning the above issue. As he indicates, if you have any questions of concerns after reading this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 509-5520 Sincerely, �2�1 L� � �-��l�L•tt� Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. City Engineer enclosure cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works Dwight Johnson, City Manger Mayor Joy Tierney Councilmembers %Vny_otXmdisklWW%fth eerWIGNS\SPDLMTLTR=tolt.doc PLYMOUTH .1 Beauti%ul Place 7o Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 1w f" Vicki Stolt 4490 Fountain Ln. N. Plymouth, MN 5446 September 23, 1997 Mr. Dan Faulkner, City Engineer Plymouth City Hall 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447-14482 Dear Mr. Faulkner: I would like to voice my concern about the recent speed limit increase along Old Rockford Road between Vicksburg and Highway 101. The increased speed limit to 50 mph only puts pedestrians and bikers in a more dangerous position, especially with the increased traffic due to the new high school and the increased number of inexperienced young drivers using the road. As a resident of the Golfview neighborhood, the only connection to the Plymouth trail system is to cross Old Rockford Road. Because there is no controlled intersection, crossing Old Rockford Road is at times very challenging not to mention very dangerous, especially for children on bikes or for parents trying to cross with young children in strollers and others on bikes. Not knowing how fast someone is going to be coming around the curve or over the inclining road, I feel our lives are in jeopary every time I tell the children it's safe to cross. Driving around Plymouth, I have yet to fmd a street allowing 50 mph without being a four lane road or else a road with a path along at least one side. For the safety of all pedestrians, including children, runners, and bikers, please reconsider your decision and lower the speed limit along Old Rockford Road to at least 40 mph before someone is seriously or fatally injured Sincerely, Vicki Stolt cc: Joy Tierney, Mayor Christian Preus, At -large, Council Member Tun Bildsoe, Ward 1, Council Member Craig Gerdes, Public Safety Director Judy Johnson, At -large, Council Member A September 24, 1997 PLYMOUTH+ -Sir. -FirstName. «LastName* «Address 1» «City, «State «PostalCode» SUBJECT: SPEED LIMIT OLD ROCKFORD ROAD (COUNTY ROAD 9) VICKSBURG LANE TO HIGHWAY 55 Dear «Sir» «LastName»: I am responding to your letter to Mr. Dan Faulkner, City Engineer, concerning the speed limit on Old Rockford Road (County Road 9) from Vicksburg Lane westerly to Highway 55. Copies of your letter were also included in information for the Mayor and City Council. First, let me state that the speed limit on Old Rockford Road has not increased recently. The posted speed limit is 50 m.p.h. In accordance with Minnesota State Law, speed limits are established by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) after conducting the proper studies. The last study on Old Rockford Road was done in 1992. Previous to the study, the speed limit was the same as recommended in the 1992 study, therefore, no change has been made. The County is in the process of turning the responsibility of Old Rockford Road over to the City and it will no longer be County Road 9. As part of their work, they may have replaced existing speed limit signs, but it has not been increased. As stated, the City will be having the responsibility for Old Rockford Road in the near future. In order that we do have the proper speed limit on the roadway and since the last study was completed approximately five years ago, the City Council, on September 17, approved a request to MnDOT to complete a new study. Typically, these studies take approximately one month to complete, and they then report the findings to the City. In addition to MnDOT conducting the study as required by State Law, Dan Faulkner has requested the City's traffic consultant to review the need for a school zone speed limit adjacent to Kimberly Lane Elementary School. This study will indicate whether it is appropriate to have a school zone speed limit at times when children are present as provided for in Minnesota laws. %%Plr mtmdiukl%PMEnginaring\GENERAL%LTRSIFRED%Old Rockr Form.doo PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYNIOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE :>;l 09.3000 T' y a After these studies are complete, Dan Faulkner will inform you of their results and proposed action by the City. If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dan Faulkner (509-5520) or myself (509-5501). Sincerely, Fred G. Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works cc: Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E., City Engineer Mayor and City Council %%Ply m%a"I%PWMaemvi*GENERAL%LTRS\FRED\Old Rodd PS2.dae Mr. ','v[CV Johnson I'v1s. Jane Kaine Ms. Laura Witte 4480 Comstock Lane N 4490 Comstock Lane N 4470 Comstock Lane Plymouth, MN 55446-2549 Plymouth, MN 55446 Plymouth, MN 55446 Ms. Becky Hsu '485 Garland Lane Plymouth, Mn 55446 September 29, 1997 Mr. Al Marfiz 9900 - 54h Place Plymouth, MN 55442 SUBJECT: CARDINAL RIDGE TOWNHOMES RETAINING WALL Dear Mr. Marfiz: I am responding to your telephone message to Mayor Joy Tierney concerning the retaining wall which was replaced at the Cardinal Ridge Development by the homeowner's association. Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director, has had the Building and Planning staff research their records concerning any retaining wall and I have had the Engineering Department research our records. The City has no permits, inspections, or financial guarantees for retaining walls in the Cardinal Ridge Development. I am attaching a copy of the grading plan for this development which was officially called "Ponds North." The grading plan does not indicate any retaining walls. It does indicate two locations where there was to be a steep slope. The slope was to be stabilized with boulders. This is- not indicating a retaining wall at these locations. During the development and probably to save additional trees and provide some level area adjacent to the townhome units, a decision must have been made to install the retaining wall. This wall was not required by the City. Since this development was done about eight years ago, the City does not have any financial guarantees remaining for any improvements required to be constructed by the developer. I know of no financial assistance which the City can provide for the replacement of this private retaining wall. Sincerely, Fred G. Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works encloMight cc: D. Johnson, City Manager Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director G:U'W \Engineering%GENEMLkLTMFRED%Muf¢.dm PLYMOUTH A'Beauti0u[Place7v Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 CITY OF October 1, 1997 PLYMOUTH+ Ken Ferguson 2195 Weston Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Ferguson: Enclosed you will fmd a response to the questions that you had faxed to me. I apologize for the amount of time that it has taken to get back to you. Most of the information that you requested was not readily available, especially the information by Wards. The information that was available by Wards had to be manually compiled. The person compiling this information had several other assignments that prevented her from completing your request earlier. If you have any questions, please contact me at 509-5412. Thank you for your patience. Sincerely, l Edward Goldsmith HRA Supervisor cc: Dwight Johnson, City Manager Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director enclosure PLYMOUTH A'Beau4u(Tlace To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-500G Response to Inquiry from Ken Ferguson 1. What cities are in the Northwest Minneapolis Planning Sector? See attached map (Figure 13 Suburban Planning Sectors) 1. Brooklyn Center 2. Brooklyn Park 3. Champlin 4. Corcoran 5. Crystal 6. Dayton 7. Greenfield 8. Hanover 9. Hassan Township 10.Independence 11. Loretto 12. Maple Grove 13. Maple Plain 14. Medina 15. New Hope 16. Osseo 17. Plymouth 18. Robbinsdale 19. Rockford 20. Rogers 2. In 1996, the City of Plymouth planned on revising the housing element of its comprehensive plan. Could I get a copy of the old and new housing plans? Housing Plans adopted in 1996, and 1989 are enclosed. 3. By ward, could you provide me with the following information: Question Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 How many housing units use Section 8 46 34 32 60 housing certificates or vouchers? 1 How many group homes are there for N/A N/A recovering mental patients and recovering convicted felons? Z Other government supported group N/A N/A N/A N/A homes? 4. Does the City of Plymouth control where the new affordable housing units are built throughout the 4 wards? Only to the extent that all proposed development must conform to City land use, zoning and building requirements. If they are in conformance with all applicable requirements, no additional review by the City is required. If re -zoning, conditional use permits, variances or other land use approvals are required, the City Planning Staff reviews the project for its consistency with the Plymouth Comprehensive Guide Plan (e.g. Land Use ' Current as of July, 1997. Group homes licensed by the state of Minnesota are a permitted use in a number of City zoning districts. As such, they are not reviewed or tracked by the City. ' The Plymouth HRA has provided assistance to Hammer Residences, a private, non-profit organization serving developmentally disabled individuals. The HRA has assisted a total of 4 homes out of 13 owned by Hammer Residences in the City. No additional information is available on group homes in Plymouth. Guide Plan, Housing ' Plan, Sewer Plan, etc.). Their findings are presented to the Plymouth Planning Commission and City Council for approval. Beyond these general land use controls, the City does not control where affordable housing is built within the City. 5. Does the City of Plymouth control where the Section 8 existing housing certificates or vouchers are used throughout the 4 wards? No. The participation of rental property owners/managers in the Section 8 Certificate and Voucher Program is voluntary. All rental properties are eligible to participate in the Program, provided they comply with program standards as to rent and condition of the property. The program participants select the apartments that they wish to rent. 6. Is there currently any attempt to equally distribute affordable housing throughout Plymouth's 4 wards? Although the City cannot specifically control the location of privately developed affordable housing within the City, we recognize the need to disburse such housing equitably throughout the City. When discussing potential development, we include this as an issue to be considered by the developer. 7. How many rental units have been built in Plymouth since 1995? None. 8. In 1995, the City of Plymouth pledged to "..maintain an owner/renter mix of 75/25 percent, through its land use controls, approvals process and participation in housing development programs" What is the overall owner/renter mix for the City of Plymouth? As of January 2, 1997, the overall owner/renter mix for the City of Plymouth was 77/23 percent. 9. How are these housing units distributed throuahout Plvmouth? 2 Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Owner (%) The City does not have this information available by Wards. Renter (%) 2 10. Since September 1, 1995, how many people have received assistance from the home rehabilitation loan program and the First Time Homebuyer program? Home Rehabilitation Program 1" Time Homebuyer Program As of September 17, 1997, 31 households As of September 17, 1997, 27 households in Plymouth have received assistance from have received assistance from Plymouth's the rehabilitation loan program during First Time Homebuyer Program during program years 1995, 1996 and 1997. program years 1995, 1996, and 19974. This 1"' Time Homebuyer Program program includes assistance from the 2 homes City's Community . Development Block 4 homes Grant (CDBG) funds, as well as assistance from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency's (MHFA's) Minnesota Cities Participation Program (MCPP) and Community Activity Set -Aside (CASA) programs. 12. Where were the homes that received this assistance located? 4 Additional households have been served by MHFA's MCPP program in 1997. This program is funded by NWA and precise data on the number and location of these first time home purchases will not be available until January of 1998. 3 Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Home Rehabilitation 8 homes 7 homes 12 homes 4 homes 1"' Time Homebuyer Program 14 homes 2 homes 7 homes 4 homes 4 Additional households have been served by MHFA's MCPP program in 1997. This program is funded by NWA and precise data on the number and location of these first time home purchases will not be available until January of 1998. 3 ST IeaKIP �1 Figure 13 11YRM%NORii , Suburban Planning 'MINN Sectors ..ritT OaTTO. ■ RAI «sYf•r CM•r' 11 t. 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GOVT. 12 HILLTOP 20 GO IT CLOVO Is Wpool 000.0 Munici al Bounda p ry O 65[[0.000 7 .ee*LAN* la COLV-044 /eIGNTS 1f RT. 100.1 21 IA -SPALL . 2e rluaalt 22 GCLLVeee 20 O•e P•ta:R1GrTt ja�Ol=-- Township Boundary O 09e1CIOIC LARC A. 16 LAVOtn.Lt 21 PION 11,01.6, 21 LARlLAt11 SNO446 2,amto■4116 22 IT. Mae" POINT 39 September 26, 1997 Dwight Johnson City Manager 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Dear Dwight: 4V Northern States Power Company 8701 Monticello Lane Maple Grove, MN 55369 Telephone 493-1631 I'm writing to update you on NSP's continuing efforts to improve power reliability in your area and to let you know that we're behind schedule on planned line clearance. Two big contributing factors this year have been the destructive summer storms that put tens of thousands of customers out of power and individual line clearance requests. Both pull crews away from scheduled work. Planned line clearance is one of our most effective tools to ensure electric reliability. This on-going effort to clear branches away from power lines ensures safety and increases the chances that electrical service will stay on when powerful winds and storms sweep through your area. The most efficient way to assure reliability throughout the entire system is to trim on schedule with large crews, rather than a tree here and a tree there. We typically work in an orderly progression, first along transmission lines, which bring large amounts of electricity from plants to substations serving big areas, and then along smaller lines that feed into local neighborhoods. Scheduled tree trimming runs in cycles that span several years. During a typical cycle, we do more than 7,500 distribution line miles of trimming in the metro area alone and 6,200 distribution line miles in other parts of the state. We also cover more than 4,000 line miles a year near transmission lines. To maximize our chances of ensuring your community's reliability, we're working hard to catch up on our scheduled tree trimming, on which we've already spent more than $16 million system wide this year. To do this, we're reducing the number of hot spotting, or unscheduled, calls we make. Be assured, however, that in the event of an emergency, such as a smoking line or an obvious hazard, we'll be there to remedy the situation. Thank you for your support of our efforts to remain on a planned line clearance schedule, which, in the long run, will do more to ensure safety and reliability in your community than anything else. We are pleased to be your community's power provider and will continue to keep in touch on issues that affect your residents and our customers. If you have additional questions about our community tree -trimming program, feel free to call me. Please direct residents with questions on tree trimming and line clearance to call ASK NSP at 282-1200 and listen to tape #212. Sincerely, John Theis Community Service Manager Patricia McGannon 17405 -11th Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55447 September 27,1997 Mr. Dwight Johnson City Manager 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Johnson, I would like to take a minute of your time to tell you about my recent experience with one of your employees. About a year ago I read an article in the Plymouth newsletter regarding grant programs for low income residents and/or disabled residents that needed to have work done on their homes. Per the article. I contacted Milt Dale to see if I would meet the requirements needed to qualify for a home improvement program. Mr. Dale was very receptive to my situation and went the extra mile to help me find a program(s) that I would qualify for. I appreciated the fact that Milt kept me informed, returned my telephone calls and made it all come togetheril. Many many thanks to Milt Dale and the City of Plymouth for making it possible for me to remain in my home of 13 years. ( Who said "17 was an unlucky number!!) Again, thank you for all that you have done for me. Sincerely, c%J oil C', Le 4,UJ U-4 a-P-110EALO-e Jal '4 c oe 'i () Ano LoL)4d// Ali; ls, � ✓ R CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ October 1, 1997 Dear Friends, I'd like to invite you and your group to participate in a community event on October 17 - 19, 1997 at the Plymouth Life Time Recreation Complex. The City of Plymouth will celebrate a very special occasion on that weekend—the Grand Opening of the Plymouth Ice Center and Life Time Fitness. Many exciting activities are planned, and we expect many Plymouth residents to attend. We also will recognize the special role that cities play in our lives through a City Celebration. We'll spotlight the many community and civic groups that serve Plymouth citizens, and provide information on various city services. You are invited to participate in this event, by staffing an information/activity table or by providing information about your group. I encourage creativity and displays that promote citizen interaction as they learn more about your organization. The times for the City Celebration are Friday evening October 17 from 5 PM to 9 PM, and Saturday morning October 18 from 9 AM - Noon. If you are interested in participating in City Celebration, please call Assistant City Manager Kathy Lueckert at 509-5052 by Tuesday, October 14. Kathy can also give you more information on the event. Thanks for your service to the citizens of Plymouth, and we look forward to working with you at the City Celebration. PLYMOUTH A'Beautifu(Pface To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 0 TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 BPW - Business & Professional Women - Plym-Zata Chapter ' Anne Andreasen, President 15725 2"" Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Wayzata/Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission Wayzata City Hall 600 Rice Street Wayzata, MN 55391 Wayzata Kiwanis Club Jeanne Whitehill 4265 Kingsview Lane Plymouth, MN 55446 Plymouth Civic League Wes Clemens 5615 Evergreen Lane Plymouth, MN 55442 Boy Scouts of America, Viking Council 5300 Glenwood Avenue Golden Valley, MN 55422 Family Hope Services and Tree House Youth Outreach 3315 Fembrook Lane N Plymouth, MN 55447 Mom's Connection Donna Husemoller 16830 24' Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Plymouth Fine Arts Council Nancy Carney 18550 6* Avenue N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Plymouth/Wayzata Area League of Women Plymouth Lions Club Voters Jim Deters, President Kim Koehnen 15630 17`s Place N. 5545 Orleans Lane, #4 Plymouth, MN 55447 Plymouth, MN 55442 Senior Community Services Over 55 Club & Plymouth Seniors Club Sara Mittelstaedt Plymouth City Center PRISM 2323 Zenith Avenue N. Golden Valley, MN 55422 YMCA, Northwest Branch 760142' Avenue N. New Hope, MN 55427 TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Sterling Patterson 10550 Wayzata Blvd. Minnetonka, MN Teens Alone 915 Main Street Hopkins, MN 55343 West Suburban Mediation Center 1011 First Street South, Suite 200 Hopkins, MN 55343 Camp Fire Boys and Girls, Minnesota Council 2610 University Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55114 Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis 5601 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Northwest Chamber 145 Hamel Road PO Box 14 Hamel, MN 55340-0014 Plymouth Historical Society Jim Garvey, President 4088 Quantico Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55446 Rotary Club George Steiner 1520 Xanthus Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55447 Home Free 3409 Kilmer Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55441 NW Hennepin Human Services Council 7601 Kentucky Avenue N. Brooklyn, Park, MN 55428