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Council Information Memorandum 10-10-1997
OCTOBER 10,1997 1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.- NOTE: CHEDULE.NOTE: Ward I Councilmember Tim Bildsoe meets with residents and receives their comments in the Administration Library, beginning at 6:00 PM before each Council meeting. OCTOBER 15 7:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers OCTOBER 29 7: 00 PM COUNCIL STUDY SESSION TOPICS. Zoning, Cellular Towers, Attendance Public Safety Training Room NOVEMBER 5 7.- 00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers 2. COLUMBUS DAY, MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, Public Works Department Closed. 3. PRAC, MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 7:00 PM, Center Ice Room, Plymouth Ice Arena, 3650 Plymouth Boulevard. Agenda is attached. (M-3) 4. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7:00 PM, Council Chambers. Agenda is attached. (M-4) S. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7:00 PM, Hadley Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-5) 6. HRA, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7.00 PM, Medicine Lake Room. (M-6) CITY CO UNCIL INFORMATION MEMO Page 2 October 10, 1997 7. PLYMOUTH ICE ARENA, 3650 Plymouth Boulevard (News release is attached) (M-7): • RIBBON 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 8. FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18,12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A copy of Fire Chief Rick Kline's invitation to the Mayor and Councilmembers is attached. (M-8) 9. CHARTER COMMISSION, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 7:00 PM. Public Safety Training Room. Agenda is attached. (M-9) 10. PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT), OCTOBER 22, 7:00 PM, Hadley Lake Conference Room. b. Flyer announcing the Sunday, October 12, 3 PM, Plymouth Rockers concert at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6. (I -1b) C. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities periodic Fax News Update. (I -1c) d. Copy of a resolution from the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission relating to the future relationship between the Commission and its member cities. (I -1d) e. Meeting notice for Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Stormwater Task Force, on Tuesday, October 21, 1:00 PM, at the Minnetonka Community Center. (I -1e) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 10, 1997 Page 3 Z STAFF REPORTS a. Report from Public Works Supervisor Tom Vetsch on work done at the intersection of 49" Avenue and Forestview Lane. The original correspondence from residents is attached. (I -2a) b. Questionnaire from Public Safety to some Plymouth residents regarding the Plymouth deer hunt zone. (I -2d) 3. MINUTES a. Planning Commission September 23, 1997 meeting. (1--3a) b. Environmental Quality Committee September 9, 1997 meeting draft minutes. (1-3b) C. Plymouth Human Rights Commission October 9, 1997 meeting draft minutes. (I -3c) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY— CORRESPONDENCE A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. S. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter from Bridget Jodell regarding Item 8-C on the October. 15 meeting agenda. This item is a request for a site plan amendment and variance from parking setbacks for Topaz Trucking. (I -5a) b. Letter from Public Works Director Fred Moore to County Public Works Operations Engineer Ted Hoffman, regarding a proposal for a bypass lane on the east side of County Road 101 at 26`h Avenue. (I -Sb) C. Fax transmission from Barry Shear to Building Official Joe Ryan, members of the Planning Commission, the Mayor, and members of the City Council regarding a proposal before the Planning Commission on October 14 for an expansion by Joe Harty of Harty's Marina. (I -Sc) d. Letter to Manager Dwight Johnson from Habitat for Humanity Site Selection Committee Chair David Detlof, regarding working with the Northside Chapter of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. (I -5d) Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission October 13, 1997, 7 p.m., at the Plymouth Ice Arena, 3650 Plymouth Blvd. AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Visitor Presentations a. Athletic Associations b. Staff c. Others 4. Report on Past Council Action 5. Unfinished Business a. 1998-2002 CIP - continue discussion of projects - motion to approve five year plan b. West Medicine Lake park update c. Ice arena update d. Elm Creek playfi'eld update e. East Medicine Lake regional trail update f. Armstrong High School gym update g. Activity center update h. Report from Aggressive Skateboard Park Committee members 6. New Business a. Name for northeast neighborhood park b. C. 7. Commission Presentation 8. Staff Communication 9. Adjourn Next regular meeting - Nov. 13 parks\staif\eric\prac\agendas\oct97.doc rp) PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1997 WHERE: Plymouth City Center 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CONSENT AGENDA All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda. 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M. 2. PUBLIC FORUM 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. *CONSENT AGENDA A. City of Plymouth. Recommendation to City Council regarding continued participation in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Programs for 1998. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Joe Harty/Harty's Boats and Bait. Conditional Use Permit to modify the operation of the existing business at 1920 and 2900 East Medicine Lake Boulevard. (97121) B. Carlson Real Estate Company. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan Amendment, Variances and Conditional Use Permit to increase the percentage of office in the CMG building and to provide an on-site daycare facility at 1405 Xenium Lane North. (97125) C. Bill Cavanaugh. Site Plan for a 6,400 square foot commercial building and setback Variances at the northwest quadrant of Fembrook Lane and 27' Avenue North. (97126) D. Prairie Sports Enterprises, Inc. Conditional Use Permit to operate an indoor commercial recreational facility "Grand Slam U.S.A. Sports Academy" at 161 Cheshire Lane North. (97136) E. Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. Preliminary Plat for two lots and one outlot for property located at the southeast comer of Highway 55 and County Road 24. This request would modify the Preliminary Plat submitted as part of the Plymouth Station Commercial Planned Unit Development. The initial plat was for one lot and one outlot. The revised plat would add a separate lot for the commercial gas and auto service uses. (97145) 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. ADJOURNMENT P�-S ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE AGENDA MEETING NO. 65 Tuesday, 5:30 P.M. October 14, 1997 Hadley Lake Room, Plymouth City Hall 5:30 P.M. Call to Order Review & Approval of Minutes Reports/Updates • Erosion Control Issues • Aqua Scaping Sub -committee • Phosphate Free Fertilizer Sale 6:00 P.M. New Business • Establishing a Sub -committee for Environmental Fair Discussion/Future Topics • Watering Ban Update • Global Action Plan Update 7:00 P.M. Adjourn EVENTS: • October 14, 1997 Plymouth Volunteer Recognition • October 17 & 18, 1997 Plymouth Ice Arena Open House \Uny_nt\ntduklU'W\Engineering\WMQLTY%MlNUTF.S\Mewing 65.doc rn , G AGENDA 11 PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY October 16, 1997 AT 7.00 P.M. Medicine Lake Conference Room, Plymouth City Hall 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of September 18, 1997 Minutes 3. Plymouth Towne Square: a. Monthly Housing Reports b. 1998 Operating Budget c. Award of a Contract to Install Soffit Ventilation, Replace Missing Fascia, Secure Remaining Fascia, and Re -install Clock Hand at Plymouth Towne Square 4. Recommendation to City Council Regarding Continued Participation in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Programs for 1998 5. Monitoring and Inspection Services for New Low Income Property Tax Classification 6. Other Business 7. Adjournment c:\vi.Eow.Wmp\Y1101h.bc For Immediate Release October 8 ,1997 Contact: Eric Blank, 509-5201 Plymouth Life Time Recreation Center grand opening slated for Oct. 17 -19 People who have been curious about Plymouth's new ice arena and fitness club should set aside some time between Fri., Oct. 17 and Sun., Oct. 19 to stop by the Plymouth Life Time Recreation Center. The City of Plymouth and Life Time Fitness invite the public to a ribbon cutting on Fri., Oct. 17, 6 p.m. In addition, the Plymouth Ice Center and Life Time Fitness will host a weekend -long open house at the new Plymouth Life Time Recreation Center on Sat., Oct. 18 and Sun., Oct. 19. The Plymouth Life Time Recreation Center, comprised of the Plymouth Ice Center and Plymouth Life Time Fitness club, is a unique, public-private collaboration of the City of Plymouth, Life Time Fitness and Wayzata Public Schools. The center is located at Plymouth Blvd. and 36`h Ave. N. Tours The Plymouth Ice Center and Life Time Fitness club will be open for tours on Sat., Oct. 18 and Sun., Oct. 19. Life Time Fitness will offer guided tours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The public can tour the adjoining Ice Center from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, attendees can learn more about local government and community organizations at the City Celebration information display which will be available during the open house. PLYMOUTH A Beau til'utPlace?o Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612.1 09-5o(Vi Free Open Skating/Demonstrations Skaters can take to the ice on Friday, Saturday and Sunday during designated free open skate hours. For safety reasons, access to the ice for open skating sessions will be limited. • Friday, 7 - 8 p.m., on the Olympic and practice rinks. Limited to 350 skaters. • Saturday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., on the Olympic rink only. Limited to 200 skaters. • Sunday, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., on the Olympic rink Only. Limited to 200 skaters. Skate rental will be available on a first-come, first -serve basis. Rental is $1. Refreshments will be available during the open house. The Plymouth Pandas Figure Skating Club will host a figure skating exhibition on Sat., Oct. 18,6-7p.m. The Facility The City of Plymouth, Wayzata Public Schools and Life Time Fitness, with significant help from local hockey associations and the state of Minnesota, joined forces to build the Plymouth Life Time Recreation Center. The 200,000 square foot Recreation Center features a City -owned and operated two sheet ice arena and an adjacent privately -owned and operated fitness club. The Ice Center has an Olympic -size rink with seating for 1,000 spectators and a professional size rink. The arena also has ten locker rooms, a figure skating room and -two community meeting rooms. The City offers extensive skating programs at the Center. The Ice Center is home ice for the Wayzata and Armstrong High School hockey teams, as well as the Wayzata Youth Association. The Armstrong and Osseo/Maple Grove Youth Associations also use the arena. Residents of Plymouth and the Wayzata School District have access to the Life Time Fitness club for daily user fees ranging from $3 - $8. The club features three options for swimming — an indoor, junior Olympic -size competition pool with diving well; an indoor zero -entry pool with M - 7 two water slides; and an outdoor pool with a larger water slide. It also offers more than 160 pieces of cardiovascular equipment, 120 resistance training machines, racquetball, squash, basketball, volleyball, rock climbing wall, free weights and more. The Recreation Center is on Plymouth Boulevard south of Co. Rd. 9, east of the Plymouth Library and north of Highway 55. -30- DATE: October 3, 1997 TO: Mayor Joy Tierney and City Council Members FROM: Richard C. Kline, Fire Chiev? SUBJECT: Fire Department's Annual House, Saturday October 18`h, 1997 Noon - 4::00 p.m. Fire Station III, 3300 Dunkirk Lane North I would like to personally invite you and your family to attend the Annual Fire Department Open House Celebration on Saturday October 18`h from noon- 4:00 p.m. at Fire Station III. Each year our Open House draws hundreds of residents who take the opportunity to enjoy the hands-on, fire prevention learning activities and fire safety and rescue demonstrations. This year, we have added a number of new partners to our celebration, Interfaith Outreach, Prism, the Police Bike Patrol Unit and the Minnesota Fire Museum. We are looking forward to another successful celebration and hope that you can join in the festivities. If you have any questions, please contact me at 509-5121 or Sara Lynn Cwayna at 509- 5198. Plymouth Charter Commission October 21, 1997 7 PM, Public Safety Training Room Agenda I. Call to Order M,9 H. 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EI oOOl 0z N it�- a C0,04 LoZOUI - ---._ 0 Z X ' z =�yZF0 C a<ZOI$OU IU iI$u<� V SU>V�F IAd N Pr p N W V a rn- Qw�; oVr`piW o� p H U FW I I I � I 'rZUYq:YT$�t >r O' Z ' _ r UOZ OR6 QQi N p� O: dog nk i .'H CF WF. � r— o� I" ' oo �y V I zra� ZLgg s�Z I gyo jizj Uy yb CNH {{,NNa•H I �Fra•°�� �� ra hl n AGENDA FOR THE QUARTERLY MEETING OF THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY Bloomington City Hall, City of Bloomington October 15, 1997 4 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. ROLL CALL: 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: 4. REPORT OF OFFICERS: S. COMMUNICATIONS: 6. OLD BUSINESS: - 612 Area Code Proceeding See Memo 1) - US West Generic Cost Proceeding See memo 2). - ROW Task Force Proceeding See memo 3). - Minnegasco Rates See -memo 4). - Gas Deregulation See memo 5). - PUC Investigation - EAS Agreement See memo 6). 7. LOCATION, GUEST AND TIME OF ANNUAL MEETING: 8. CLAIMS 9. ADJOURNMENT JMS130884 SU160-3 ALYMouT�1ti b RocKERS This activity is made possible in part by holds provided by the Metropolitan 0 Reginal Arts Council from an ap7�oFrxatian from the Ota Legistature October 7, 1997 3:59 PM From: AMM Fax #: Page 2 of 2 AMM FAX NEWS dlyRam alAMirlrM lla Ifff"wianifintmsdtatAlreiwitb®ay o, (®Rd/aninfio a4e►top Aw 1d4 Araft®fIRIN ot Arm dly/M ©l,#Wtt7997hff 74fANYWYAhat!✓e7 A ®aAV, AYffle32044 Tdg 1m,ge. Z,S4&V %zd-n9y Bail• A o0Ye 17Ca_)aB/. lW Association of Metropolitan Municipalities October 6-10,1997 SLUC hosting land use dispute resolution program Land development is be- coming more and more contentious nationwide -- even in the Twin Cities metro area. The Sensible Land Use Coalition (SLUC) is presenting a program about the use of Alternative Dispute Resolu- tion (ADR) as a method to resolve land use disputes. The program is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Minneapolis Marriott South- west. Cost of the program is $25 for SLUC members and $35 for non-members. The program will focus on ADR models in other states and how ADR may be appli- cable to our area in resolv- ing land use disputes. The speakers will be: ♦ John Chandler (Oregon Building Industry Association - Salem, OR) ♦ Gary Van Cleve (Real Estate Litigation Practice Group, Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren - Bloomington, MN) ♦ Minnesota Jurist (To be announced) To register, please call the SLUC at 474-3302. Payment is appreciated by the start of the program. Reservations made and not honored will be billed, unless cancellations are received 36 hours in ad- vance. Invoices will include a $5 surcharge and atten- dance without a reservation will incur a $5 surcharge. The Minneapolis Marriott Southwest is located at 5801 Opus Parkway in Minnetonka. The AMM is providing you this program information at the request of several city officials who are members of the SLUC. cr wi- SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MHNFGEMENT COMMISSION 3001 Harbor Lane ■ Suite 150 ■ Plymouth, MH 55447 Telephone (612) 5531144 ■ Fax (612) 553-9326' 0' September 26, 1997 To: City Clerks Member Communities Fr: Judie Anderson Recording Secretary Re: Resolution 97-5 Enclosed for your files is a copy of Resolution 97-5, "A Resolution Relating to the Future Relationship Between the Commission and Its Member Cities." The resolution was adopted at the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission's July 10, 1997 meeting and discusses the future relationship between the Commission and its member cities after those cities' local plans have been prepared, presented, reviewed and approved per Minnesota Statutes. After much discussion a resolution was adopted whereby the Commission shall 1. Continue to formulate and administer policies for the management of water resources in the watershed, 2. Continue its past and current operations in reviewing plans and matters as determined by its policies and standards, and 3. After approval of local plans, continue oversight over local plan implementation to maintain compliance with law. Any member city may "opt out" of any Commission participation in the management of water resources or the management of wetlands within that member city by written resolution adopted by the member city cou.^.cil and addressed to the Commission. The Commission suggests that member cities encourage citizen participation in planning for the preservation of our water resources through 1. Local environmental and water advisory groups, 2. Their existing planning commission, 3. Focus groups on water problems, and/or 4. Homeowner and neighborhood groups in an advisory capacity. The Commission may also establish a citizen advisory commission in the future when it is determined to be feasible and necessary. memo.975 BROOKLYN CENTER • BROOKLYN PARK • CRYSTAL • MAPLE GROVE • MINNEAPOLIS • NEW HOPE • OSSEO • PLYMOUTH • ROBBINSDALE S Id RESOLUTION NO. 97-5 A RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE FUTURE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE COMMISSION AND ITS MEMBER CITIES WHEREAS, the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission has prepared and had approved by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources a Water Management Plan for the watershed, and WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 103B.235 and the Water Management Plan require preparation of a local plan by each of the member cities, and WHEREAS,_some of the cities have prepared and presented their local plans which have been reviewed and approved, and WHEREAS, the Commission formed a committee to study the future relationship between the Commission and its member cities and to try to avoid a duplication of effort and to minimize expenses and to provide for and protect the public interest, and WHEREAS, some of the cities indicated that they want the city to administer the LGU responsibilities of the Wetland Conservation Act and some other cities have indicated a desire to have the Commission act as the LGU, and WHEREAS, the committee on the future relationship between the Commission and the cities has met a number of times and has contacted BWSR for suggestions and background information relating to what relationship and responsibilities will best serve the public interest, and WHEREAS, at least one city which previously indicated a desire to be the LGU for the Wetland Conservation Act has now indicated it might be better if the Commission served this function because the number of cases any one city handles may be small and it requires excess city staff time to background and handle this responsibility, and WHEREAS, the committee has made recommendations to the Commission and it is determined to be advisable to put their conclusions in a written document so there will not be misunderstandings between the Commission and its member cities and a cooperative"effort will be continued in the management of our water resources. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION, as follows: 1. The Commission shall continue to formulate and administer policies for the management of water resources in the watershed. 2. The Commission shall continue its past and current operations in reviewing plans and matters as determined by Commission policies and standards. 3. After approval of local plans, the Commission will continue oversight over member local plan implementation to maintain compliance with law. 4. Any city which wishes to 'opt out" of any Commission participation in the management of water resources or the management of wetlands within that member city shall do so by written resolution adopted by the member city council and addressed to this Commission. The Commission will attempt to work and formulate policies and implementation procedures which coordinate Commission and city activities which relate to the 'opt out areas" to protect the public interest. The Commission will continue to study the relationship and this resolution may be amended in the future. 5. The Commission wants to work with the state legislature and state agencies to include citizen participation in Commission activities. The Commission suggests that each member city encourage citizen participation in planning for the preservation of our water resources. We believe that the people closest to the problem will have input they want to provide the cities and this Commission. The Commission recommends and urges that its member cities consider the following examples as ways to increase and encourage citizen participation: a. Establish environmental and water advisory groups in the cities to provide advice and input to the member city and the Commission; and/or b. Designate their existing planning commission as a citizen advisory group on water management or establish a focus group on water problems within that Commission or some other existing group which has concerns and responsibilities in the field of water resources; and/or matters. C. Utilize homeowner and neighborhood groups in an advisory capacity on water d. The Commission will ask cities and citizens for input as future planning activities proceed. It is important that a charge or request for input be spelled out so the advisory committees know what they are being asked to study and the goals of the group. The Commission may establish a citizen advisory commission in the future when it is determined to be feasible and necessary. Commissioner Tom Mathisen made a motion to adopt the foregoing resolution, and Commissioner Mark Hanson seconded the motion. The following voted in favor thereof. Diane Spector, Brooklyn Center; Kevin Larson, Brooklyn Park, Mathisen, Crystal; Gerry Butcher, Maple Grove; Craig Cooper, Minneapolis; Hanson, New Hope; Dave Callister, Osseo; and Ron Quanbeck, Plymouth; and the following voted against the motion: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted this 10th day of July, 1997. — " e-, - - 0� e �'Pa Vice Chair Attest: Recording Secretary uacr.iVppC /',plipl f[innehaha Creek W • Watershed District !nr rrivin � P Y Quality of water, Quality cf Li Grry Freshwater Center Hwys.15 A 10, Navarre MEMORANDUM Malt: 2500 5hadywood Road DATE: October 9, 1997 Excelsior, MN 55331-9570 TO: Mayors Phone: (612)471-0590 City administrators Far (612) 471-0682 Public Works Directors of the MCWD Email: ` admin@minnehahacreek.ory FROM: Diane Lynch, District Administrator weti sne: www.minnehanecreek.or0 RE: Meeting Notice At the last meeting of the 5tormwater Task Force, a group formed to revise Rule B, MCWD's Stormwater Management Rule, Board of ManaOcrt: it was determined that our next meeting should be like our first one --all. inclusive and it will be co-chaired by tee Gustafson, Public Works Director for Minnetonka. John E. Thomas President C. Woodrow Love The meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 21 from Vica Prefid" 1;00.330 p.m. at the Minnetonka Community Center.14600 Paula 6 eraR Minnetonka Blvd.. The meeting will be held in the Boards Treasurer Commission Room, and Monlea Grosz Secretary The purpose of the meeting Is to go through changes recommended Thomas W. Lallounty by the MCWD at the last Stormweter Task Force meeting. Thames Maple„ 1r. Awrolm Reid A meeting notice and attachments will be mailed out later n a ext week. Dislrtcl 0111ee: Duna P. lynch Ofstrirt Administrdior Tr1T/N w — MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN 55447 DATE: October 6, 1997 TO: Mayor, Joe Tierney and City Council Members FROM: (- k.4 Tom Vetsch, Public Works Superintendent SUBJECT: INTERSECTION 49TH AVENUE AND FORESTVIEW LANE This memo is in response to a letter that Public Works received on September 30`x. The letter was requesting that additional work be done at the intersection of 49' Avenue and Forestview Lane to correct a street drainage situation.. Earlier this summer a resident living on 49' Avenue called the Street Maintenance Division and requested that a deteriorated part of the intersection on 49' Avenue and Forestview Lane be corrected. This deterioration was caused by water that ponds. This request was put on a list with similar types of work that needed to be done. These types of requests are done in priority order. Worst cases first. 49' Avenue and Forestview Lane was not considered to be one of our priorities. About the middle of September a resident from 49' Avenue called in and repeated the request, strongly encouraging us to fix the problem. This work has been done by using a paver to overlay the intersection to reestablish the proper grade. We were mostly successful. After the work was completed a small settlement remained on the northside of the intersection. This is a very shallow settlement but causes the water to spread out and look like a large amount of water because of the limited grade at this intersection. On October 3rd the Engineering Division assisted the Street Division with taking elevation shots to determine the amount of grade and that we have to get the water to flow from the northside to the southside of the intersection. There is a slight amount of adjustment that we have to play with and we may be able to dry up the intersection by removing a slight amount of asphalt in a high spot, or adding a small of asphalt to the low spot. We will continue to monitor and work with this intersection to do the best that we can to keep it pothole free and to make corrections so that all the water flows from the northeast comer of 49' Avenue and Forestview Lane to the southeast comer of 49r' Avenue and Forestview Lane. �M-wf ME Id !Yg T7 -- a 12 r.`. D i U2 a�� Sia l` ? fQaJ`: � JL �L rL L�II'�L!�L �� fZb r DATE: October 9, 1997 TO: Craig C. Gerdes, Director of Public Safety FROM arb Cox, Technical Services Supervisor SUBJECT: DEER HUNT AREA QUESTIONNAIRE As we have previously discussed, I have had conversations with some individuals who live in the deer hunt area of the City that they would like to have input during our total evaluation of the hunt within the City. I obtained the names and addresses of all residences within the hunt zone and prepared a questionnaire which is being sent to each. A copy of the questionnaire is attached for your information. We will also do a follow-up with any interested parties after the completion of the hunting season in January to ensure we obtain information on any concerns that may arise during this year's hunt. I am providing this information for inclusion in the CIM so Council members are aware of the project in case they receive citizen input or comment. r'-7 %1 PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT i-''./ 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, MN 55447 Telephone: (612) 509-5160 Fax: (612) 509-5167 Fall, 1997 Dear Plymouth Landowner: The City has participated in the metro deer bow hunt for the past five seasons and is in the beginning of the sixth season. Our records indicate you own property in or near the hunt zone. We are conducting a two-part questionnaire regarding the hunt to obtain information on problems or frustrations of landowners within the zone as part of our process to determine the effectiveness of the hunt. Your input is valuable to help us determine possible changes to the process and/or our participation in the program. We will again be providing another opportunity for input in January after the hunting season ends (December 311). If you would prefer, you can e-mail answers to me at bcox@cip[ymoud:.mn.us, fax to 509-5167, or leave a message on my voicemail at 509-5165. The questionnaire has also been designed to serve as a return envelope if you fold and tape it so the return address at the end shows. Thank you for your time. If I can be of further assistance or answer any questions, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, Barbara Cox Technical Services Supevisor PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, MN 55447 Telephone: (612) 509-5160 Fax: (612) 509-5167 Fall, 1997 Deer Hunt Questionnaire 1. Have you experienced any problems with deer yourself? 2. 3. 4. 5. Yes No If yes, what types of problems have you experienced? --� 2h Property damage (eating garden and/or landscaping or trampling fences or gardens) Accident with a motor vehicle Other, please explain Have you experienced any problems with hunters? Yes No If yes, please explain what problem(s) you have experienced r Have you had to call the police regarding any hunt problem? Yes No If yes, what was the complaint you called the police on and did you feel the police handled the situation Does your land qualify for hunting under the ordinance (10+ acres or 5+ acres with adjoining landowner to make 10)? Yes No . If yes, have you allowed hunting on your property? Yes No Have you had any problems with individuals bothering you for permission or hunting without permission? Yes No If yes, please explain your experience. 6. Do you have any recommendations .for future hunts? 7. Do you have any other comments or problems you would like to share? Also, if you would like to participate in future surveys on the subject, please include your name & address. Again, thank you for taking the time to complete and return this questionnaire. We will again be soliciting further comments and suggestions from residents within the hunt zone in January when the hunt ends to ensure we obtain information on any new problems that occur during this period. Barb Cox, Tech Svcs Supervisor Plymouth Public Safety Department 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 y- 3a CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 23, 1997 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe. (arrived at 7:20 p.m.), Bob Stein, and Kim Koehnen, MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Roger Berkowitz, John Stoebner and Jeff Thompson STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barb Senness, Planners Kendra Lindahl, and Shawn Drill, City Engineer Dan Faulkner and Clerical Supervisor Denise Hutt 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. PUBLIC FORUM: 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Approved. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Koehnen requested a change be made to Page #214, paragraph one adding the words "to Amend" and to Page #216, paragraph 10, changing "district" to "ward". MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Stein to approve the September 9, 1997 Planning Commission Minutes as amended. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: A. OPUS (97123) MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe recommending approval of a Site Plan Amendment for Opus for Nebco/Evans (Ameriserve) for a 44,880 square foot building addition and parking lot expansion at 4150 Berkshire Lane North. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. B. CITY OF PLYMOUTH (97104) Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #218 MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded recommending approval of the additional language regulations for Chapter 21 of the Plymouth City Ordinance. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: r by Commissioner Ribbe concerning home occupation Code, the Plymouth Zoning A. THOMAS WILLIAM PROKASKY ARCHITECTS (97114) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Thomas William Prokasky Architects for a Site Plan Amendment and Variance from parking setbacks for Topaz Trucking at 9909 South Shore Drive. Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the September 17, 1997 staff report. Planner Lindahl noted a change to the resolution adding a new Condition #5 stating "The trucks with refrigerator units located in space A --south of the building --shall be parked with the refrigerator units facing away from the adjacent residential homes." Commissioner Stein asked when trucks arrive, and if the problem that exists, is due to trucks coming in at late hours. Planner Lindahl replied that trucks arrive at all hours, which does cause a problem. Commissioner Koehnen questioned if the Encroachment Agreement involved the City of Medicine Lake. Planner Lindahl replied negatively, and added that it involves a company, Medicine Lake Properties of Plymouth, L.P. Chairman Stulberg asked if the application is denied, can the applicant continue with the existing business use. Planner Lindahl replied affirmatively. Chairman Stulberg commented that the proposal may alleviate some of the existing problems. Commissioner Stein wanted to know if decibel readings were conducted for the site, and if they were, do they exceed the noise ordinance. Planner Lindahl responded that no readings were done, and that she didn't know if noise levels exceed the ordinance. Chairman Stulberg introduced Tom Prokasky, representing the petitioner. Mr. Prokasky stated the owner has agreed to try to alleviate the problem with the noise from trucks running all night by requesting the Variance and moving the trucks to the eastern portion of the site, while also trying to address the parking issue. He stated that in response to the City's request, they have requested another strip of parking along the west side of the site. Mr. Prokaksy stated that it is not a matter of the trucks Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #219 with the refrigeration units on the southeast corner, they might physically have the units on the trucks, but they can't be on during the night. He commented that they will adhere to that condition and notify their drivers of that in writing, and it would also be a part of their tenancy. Mr. Prokasky stated that Topaz is agreeable to the condition, and it will be enforced. Mr. Prokasky commented that they are proposing to add landscaping along 13'hAvenue to help solve problems and improve the area. Commissioner Stein asked for an explanation of the operation of the trucks, and what happens to the trucks when the business opens. Mr. Prokasky explained that when the office opens, the drivers check in with their dispatching office to see where they go next and then leave. At the same time, new trucks are also coming in. He stated that some trucks remain, and if they have a refrigeration unit, they have to park on the east end. Commissioner Stein asked why a special location is being proposed for the trucks, and why the trucks can't park behind the building on the east side. Mr. Prokasky replied that trucks come in at all hours for many of the tenants, not just Topaz, and they need the space during the day. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jay Mutschler, building manager. Mr. Mutschler stated that he has been trying to work with Topaz on the noise problem regarding trucks with refrigerator units. He stated that the problem has improved, but is not solved. Mr. Mutschler commented that they only have room for two to three trucks, and there are other vehicles in the way, so they need a permanent solution. Mr. Mutschler stated that a special parking area for trucks with refrigerated units that are running would help to alleviate the noise problem along the north side. Chairman Stulberg introduced Doug Stahl, representing the petitioner. Mr. Stahl stated he would be available for questions. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced letters from James & Roberta Craig of 10008 South Shore Drive, dated September 21, 1997; Dave & Anna McQuid of 9930 South Shore Drive, dated September 21, 1997; and, Terri & Kevin Christian of 9909 South Shore Drive, dated September 15, 1997. All letters stated opposition to the proposal. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bridget Jodell of 10100 South Shore Drive. Ms. Jodell stated that there has been a long history of noise problems with trucks to the Topaz site. She stated that she has contacted Topaz numerous times to resolve the issue. Ms. Jodell stated that they have had some agreements, but it has been very difficult for Topaz to manage drivers that come at night. She commented that they have talked about other possibilities, but there is no consistency. Ms. Jodell said that the letters to Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #220 the drivers are not working. She stated that the problem is worse in the winter because of the loss of the trees. Ms. Jodell commented that the noise doesn't only affect the residents, but also those that will be using the bike path along the area. Ms. Jodell stated her concern with the effect on the lake water quality, and is opposed to increasing the impervious surfaces. Ms. Jodell presented a water study conducted by the citizens of Medicine Lake. Ms. Jodell quoted a statement from the Plymouth Sun - Sailor made by Councilmember Black pertaining to improvement of the quality of recreational waters. Chairman Stulberg introduced Don Smith of 10000 South Shore Drive. Mr. Smith questioned why he didn't receive a notice about the proposal, as he should be within 200 feet of the site. Mr. Smith questioned a letter from Tom Hovey of the DNR to Berit Stom stating that the applicant greatly exceeds the 25% impervious coverage. Mr. Smith stated that he understands the "grandfathering" in process, but the applicant should not be allowed an additional amount. Mr. Smith stated that by adding more parking spaces, it will create more water runoff. Mr. Smith did not think that moving the trucks two feet further to the east will alleviate the problem. Mr. Smith said that the City should not give any land away, as it could be blended in with the railroad land at a later date. Mr. Smith stated that the applicant has created the existing problem by allowing the trucking terminal operation in the employee parking lot. Chairman Stulberg introduced Hana Tomasek of 10024 South Shore Drive. Ms. Tomasek stated that the noise from the site has been terrible. She questioned why the City prohibits certain noises at 10:00 p.m., but they are subjected to noise all night from the site. Ms. Tomasek stated that she supports the Site Plan Amendment to move parking to the east side, and trucks with non -refrigerator units to the west side, as long as there is no running of the trucks. She stated that she does not want additional parking, and is opposed to the loss of City park land. She stated her support for berming and landscaping. Ms. Tomasek said that she is disappointed that the area of Medicine Lake is turning into a truck stop. Chairman Stulberg asked Ms. Tomasek if she sent a FAX earlier supporting the motion. Ms. Tomasek replied affirmatively, and added that it was before she was aware of all the issues. Chairman Stulberg introduced Gene Sullivan of 9920 South Shore Drive. Mr. Sullivan stated that homeowners are interested in the quality of lakes and water. He stated that the City shouldn't allow any more paving, as it will cause additional water runoff to his property and negatively affect the lake. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #221 In response to questions/concerns, Planner Lindahl stated that residents within 200 feet of the site were notified, and a development sign was also placed on the site. Planner Lindahl stated that she could not comment on the letter from the DNR, as she had not seen it. Planner Lindahl commented that staff talked about the possibility of treatment on the site, but found it had limited options. She stated that staff felt that the proposal had benefits, and that it met the Variance Standards. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the site is zoned I-2, which allows a truck terminal and truck movement. She explained that the City does not have an Ordinance pertaining specifically to noise; therefore, there is no standard in place. The State does have standards, and they could come out and monitor the decibel levels, but they lack follow up. Depending upon the request, the State generally can't afford to pursue smaller issues. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the residents would have to contact the State to request testing. City Engineer Faulkner stated that the site does not have enough room for a water quality treatment pond that would be required under current requirements. He stated that staff is aware of the problems in the area and hopefully will come up with suggestions for improvement. He said that there may be some opportunities to use park land to construct a pond and store some water. City Engineer Faulkner stated that trying to put requirements on Topaz would be beyond staff's control, but he would like their cooperation if staff can come up with some ideas. He said that the actual increase in pavement would not cause a lot of additional water runoff. Commissioner Ribbe asked if the City has any measurement of the quality of the water from this particular site. City Engineer Faulkner replied negatively, but would like to get into the monitoring to allow improvement of the lake quality. Commissioner Koehnen questioned the loss of park land. Planner Lindahl stated that the Park and Recreation Department was not even aware that the piece was part of the park. She added that the City is not giving the land away; the encroachment agreement can be terminated at any time by giving the owner notice. Planner Lindahl stated that the City is not using the land and thought it was a good tradeoff to improve the noise problem. Commissioner Stein asked where the trucks currently park. Planner Lindahl replied that the majority of the trucks park along the furthest west boundary of the site. Chairman Stulberg noted that he has known the area for 42 years and is well aware of the history of the site and the problems that exist. Commissioner Koehnen asked if a condition needed to be added to the resolution addressing Ms. Tomasek's statement from the petition. Planner Lindahl responded that Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #222 Condition #4 of the resolution addresses that issue. Director Hurlburt commented that the wording of the condition could be modified to "any running engines at all". Chairman Stulberg stated that this is a permitted use within the I-2 area, and there is not enough parking in the new space to put all of the trucks in the winter time. He said that in the petition the residents said they don't want any trucks running. Director Hurlburt explained that if the Variance isn't granted, the City has no grounds to add conditions. The Variance is what allows the City to place conditions. She said that if the trucks are quiet, the owner is entitled to move the trucks around where they want to on the site. Mr. Prokasky commented that the owner is very sensitive to being a good neighbor, and is willing to not park trucks that have engines or refrigeration units running from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and be allowing them only on the east end. He said that the owner is also willing to remove the 15 parking stalls and driveway along 13' Avenue, and replant with grass. Commissioner Stein asked what the net additional spaces would be if 15 were removed. Planner Lindahl replied there would be a net of 12 parking spaces. Chairman Stulberg asked if the item should be tabled to allow staff time to look at the changes the owner is proposing. Mr. Prokasky stated that they would like to begin the project as soon as possible so the work can be done this fall. City Engineer Faulkner said that staff could review the proposed changes before the item goes to the City Council. MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe recommending approval of a Site Plan Amendment and two Variances for Medicine Lake Properties of Plymouth L.P. for property located at 9909 South Shore Drive subject to review of applicant's proposed changes which includes eliminating 15 parking stalls, looking at the retention area or barrier in the snow storage area, and limiting all operating noises from trucks to the east side between the hours of 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Stein, seconded by Chairman Stulberg recommending a change to #4 of the Encroachment Agreement to require that the property owner shall remove the portion of the paved parking area and restore it to its original condition. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Commissioner Stein commented that he wasn't going to support the original request by the applicant, until they revised their request. He said that he doesn't think moving the Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #223 Z 3 a trucks will resolve the problem, but he is willing to see if reducing the parking spaces and impervious area will improve the water quality. Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. B. MOEN LEUER CONSTRUCTION (97130) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Moen Leuer Construction for a Variance for an entrance monument sign for The Courts at Nanterre located south of Schmidt Lake Road at Comstock -Lane. Planner Drill gave an overview of the September 17, 1997 staff report. Chairman Stulberg introduced Richard Bloom, representing the petitioner. Mr. Bloom stated that they considered locating the sign on the east side of Comstock Lane, however, existing wetlands precluded placement in that area. Mr. Bloom also stated that they originally applied for a larger monument sign, but agreed to reduce the size of the sign after discussions with the Planning Staff. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen recommending approval of a setback Variance for an entrance monument sign for The Courts at Nanterre, located south of Schmidt Lake Road at Comstock Lane. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. C. CITY OF PLYMOUTH (97134) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by the City of Plymouth for Rezoning of the Westbranch 4' Addition site from RSF-2 (Single Family Detached 2) to RSF-4 (Single and Two Family Dwelling District) located north of Rockford Road between Dunkirk Lane and Vicksburg Lane. Planner Drill gave an overview of the September 17, 1997 staff report. Chairman Stulberg noted that the request is not to change the approved development plans, as the City Council has already reviewed and approved the development plans and the number of dwelling units through the preliminary plat. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page ##224 Chairman Stulberg introduced David Bartos of 3930 Zanzibar Lane North. Mr. Bartos stated that most of his issues and questions probably should be directed to Orrin Thompson Homes and not the City of Plymouth. Mr. Bartos said that they were originally told by Orrin Thompson Homes that no building would take place near their lot. Later, they were told of a possibility of single family homes, and now the plan is for twin homes and one single family home. Mr. Bartos said they invested $30,000 to upgrade their lot for privacy. He asked if there were any steps they could take because of the misinformation by the developer. Chairman Stulberg asked when Mr. Bartos purchased his property. Mr. Bartos replied that construction began in November of 1996 and they closed in April of 1997. Chairman Stulberg introduced Lisa Wagner of 3940 Zanzibar Lane North. Ms. Wagner stated that she purchased her property in the fall of 1995 and it was completed in June, 1996. She said they were told that there would never be anything behind them except for a cul-de-sac with a few single family homes. She stated that she put calls in to Orrin Thompson Homes to question why pipe was being installed, and they stated that the pipe is for the rest of the development. She asked if anything can be done now. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bill Pritchard representing U.S. Home Corporation and Orrin Thompson Homes. Mr. Pritchard commented that the rezoning is simply to correct the City's error in classifying this site under the new zoning map. Mr. Pritchard stated that he would be happy to stay after the meeting to discuss issues with residents. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg stated that the issue before the Planning Commission was decided by the City Council on March 20, 1996. The zoning does not agree with what was decided for the guiding. He said that the Commission cannot address what individuals were told by the developer, and the City is not a party to that. He added that those issues have to be taken up with Orrin Thompson Homes privately. MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen recommending approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to reclassify lands located north of Rockford Road, between Vicksburg Lane and Dunkirk Lane from RSF-2 to RSF-4, and recommending approval of the related resolution making Findings of Fact. Chairman Stulberg said the recommendation is strictly based on what is in front of the Commission. Commissioner Koehnen noted that potential buyers should always check Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 1997 Page #225 with the City to see what is being planned for a particular area. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Selection of Consultant and Draft Work Program for Comprehensive Plan Update. Director Hurlburt gave an overview of the September 18, 1997 memo. She noted that the Planning Commission would be the lead group on the Comprehensive Plan. B. Other Business Chairman Stulberg stated that he wouldn't be at the October 14 meeting. Director Hurlburt said that staff would check on phone numbers for Commissioners to call after hours if they can't attend a Planning Commission meeting at the last minute. Commissioner Ribbe stated that one of the items that came out of the Transition Committee was that the City needs to move toward recommending criteria for guide plan amendments that they would be comfortable with. He said that they hope to tackle the concept of how proactive the Commission and the City Council should be and take the lead on guiding changes. Director Hurlburt stated that one of the things staff is talking to the consultant about, is that criteria should be built into the Comprehensive Plan for the whole City. Chairman Stulberg said the consultant group has a lot of experience that could help with those parameters. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen to adjourn. Vote. 4 Ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 9:28 p.m. DRAFT DRAFT MINUTES ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Meeting No. 64 Tuesday, September 9, 1997 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Martin Frank, Bob Swanson, Bridget Jodell, David Shea, and Kathy Marshall Members Absent: Rita O'Donnell and Jeffrey Johnson Others/Staff John Barten, Hennepin Parks Present: Shane Missaghi, Staff Ex -officio Sandra Walline, Volunteer Secretary Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Martin Frank, at 7:00 p.m. Minutes: Minutes of the June 1997 meeting were brought before the Committee for approval as revised. It was moved by Ms. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Shea and unanimously agreed by the Committee that the minutes be approved as revised. Additionally, it was moved by Mr. Shea, seconded by Ms. Marshall and unanimously agreed by the Committee that the minutes of the August meeting be approved as written. Water Resource Management Plan: Mr. Missaghi indicated that there had been no activity regarding the plan due to the priority of meeting budgetary planning by the City Manager. Plymouth Environmental Business Partnership (PBDP) Update: The second newsletter was distributed by Mr. Missaghi for review by the Committee. Involvement in meetings published by the newsletter was discussed and it was also decided that notice of the PBDP meeting dates should be included in the newsletter calendar. Mr.. Missaghi pointed out that DANA's achievement of having earned the Governor's Award for pollution prevention was the headline for this issue. Mr. Shea suggested that a letter of congratulations be sent to DANA by the Committee when the award was actually issued. Mr. Shea distributed a copy of the letter appreciation he had drafted to City employees involved in the development of The Advantage. The Committee unanimously cited Mr. Shea for his well written letter and agreed that the letter be sent out as written. \\Ply_nt\ntdisk 1\PW\Engineering\WTRQLTY\MINUTES\Meeting_64.doc MINUTES - MEETING NO. 64 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE PAGE 2 Aqua Scaping: Mr. Missaghi presented information on an aquatic landscaping plan for a wedge of land at the northwest corner of Highway 55 and Plymouth Boulevard intersection. Lengthy discussion ensued wherein it was pointed out that this project was being proposed in a tiered plan. The first phase would include the development of water cells and the second phase would include recommended plantings. A sub -committee was established to contact Plymouth firms and other sources (i.e., OEA, Environmental Fair, Dundee, Prison) for funding for this project (approximately $35,000 to $45,000 will be needed). The sub -committee chaired by Mr. Frank, consists of Mr. Frank, Mr. Missaghi and Ms. Marshall and will meet on Monday September 15 at 7:00 p.m. at Plymouth City Hall. Sustainable Communities - Goals and Grants: It was discussed that Mr. Missaghi would draft the documents necessary to present the Plymouth "55" Plan to the Sustainable Communities Board in an effort to obtain grant funding. Mr. Frank stated that the Global Action Plan request from the Committee to the City Council had been denied. He further indicated that he would take responsibility for renewing that effort. Mr. Shea agreed to maintain file information on Sustainable Community records which would be housed in the Ply City Hall Engineering Department. Erosion Control Program: An enlightening presentation was made by Mr. Barten regarding erosion causes and effects both locally and nationally. Written information on erosion issues in Plymouth were distributed by Mr. Missaghi. Mr. Frank indicated that he would discuss with Ms. Black and other interested City Council Members the pros and cons on enforcing erosion related ordinances and the advisability of having erosion control -a more prioritized issue in the City. Next Meeting Agenda: Topics for the October Meeting: • Establishment of Environmental Fair Sub -Committee • Update on Proceeds from Fertilizer Sale • Update on Erosion Control Issued • Watering Ban Update • Global Action Plan Update by Mr. Frank • Status of Aquatic Planting Project \\Ply_nt\ntdisk 1\PW\Engineering\WTRQLTY\MINUTES\Meeting_64.doc MINUTES - MEETING NO. 64 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE PAGE 3 Water Conservation Plan: A discussion took place regarding water conservation. It was pointed out by Mr. Missaghi that Ms. Black would be able to discuss this at some length at the October meeting. A suggestion posed by Mr. Frank was that automa\\Ply_nt\ntdisk 1 \P W\Engineering\ WTRQLTY\MINUTES\Meeting_64. doctic sprinkler systems to eliminate sprinkling during rain storms.. Adjournment: It was moved by Ms. Jodell, seconded by Mr. Shea and unanimously approved by the Committee that the meeting adjourn at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sandra M. Walline \\Ply_nt\ntdisk 1\PW\Engineering\WTRQLTY\MINUTES\Meeting_64.doc Plymouth Human Rights Commission October 9, 1997 Unapproved Minutes Present: Jeff Richards, Harvey Guttmann, Mitzi Heath, Laurie Levi, Gordon Ortler, Art Johnson, Jackie Fraedrich, Frenchie Henderson, Assistant City Manger Kathy Lueckert Guest: Sue Nelson, West Suburban Mediation Center Leave of Absence: Claudelle Carruthers Call to Order Chairman Jeff Richards called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved with the addition under New Business of the human rights display at the Plymouth Library in November 1997. Approval of Minutes The minutes of the September 1997 meeting were approved as presented. Order of the Day: Sue Nelson, West Suburban Mediation_ Center Jeff Richards introduced Sue Nelson, the Executive Director of the West Suburban Mediation Center. Ms. Nelson stated that the center has been in existence since 1982. Community mediation centers are governed by state statutes, and receive funding from the state, county, and other sources. The only types of issue with which the Mediation Center cannot deal are domestic violence and nursing home bill of rights questions. Ms. Nelson stated that the center has done human rights mediations referred to them by the Human Rights Commissions in Bloomington, St. Louis Park, and Eden Prairie. The Human Rights Commissions are always informed of the outcome of the aa referrals, which are usually handled within two weeks. Two trained, volunteer mediators are always used. Ms. Nelson said that the approval ratings for the mediation services provided are always in the 96 - 98% satisfied rate. Ms. Nelson noted that mediation is a non-binding, good faith agreement. Jeff Richards thanked Ms. Nelson for attending. The Commission decided to use the services of the West Suburban Mediation Center for difficult mediations; however, preliminary investigation and intervention would continue to be done by the Commission. Old Business A. Student Members. Kathy Lueckert reported that eight applications had been received from students, representing four different high schools. She said most of the students had seen the notice in the Plymouth News. The application deadline is October 17. The Commission established Monday, October 27 at 7 PM as the time to interview the students. The Commission also discussed possible interview questions. Harvey Guttmann, Frenchie Henderson, Jeff Richards, Mitzi Heath, and Jackie Fraedrich will interview the students. The goal is to have the City Council appoint the students at their November 5 meeting, so that the students can begin their term as soon as possible. B. Human Rights Award. Kathy Lueckert reported that one nomination has been received. She encouraged the HRC to seek additional nominations through their connections in the community. The application deadline is October 24. New Business A. Citizen Inquiry. Kathy Lueckert reported on an inquiry received by a disabled resident. She indicated that she had passed on the information to Hennepin County Commissioner Mark Stenglein's office, because the resident's problem involved county agencies. She also stated that she had had further communication with this individual about providing city materials in a format useful to the resident, and that the city was doing so. B. City Celebration. Kathy Lueckert reported in the City Celebration being held in conjunction with the grand opening of the Life Time/Ice Arena complex next weekend, October 17 - 18. She stated that the general city information table will have HRC materials, and invited HRC members to stop by if they are able. C. Plymouth Library Display. Jeff Richards indicated that the HRC will have the opportunity to have a display at the Plymouth Library during the month of November. He suggested that the HRC talk in more detail about this at the November meeting. For Information. A. League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions conference. Frenchie Henderson and Jeff Richards reported on the annual league conference. The focus of the conference was on preparing young people to be tomorrow's leaders. B. Education Diversity Rules. Jackie Fraedrich reported on the state's rule making process on educational diversity. The public comment period ends on October 29, and she stated it would be helpful for the Commission to write a letter of support for the new rules, and possibly speak at a public hearing if one is held. Jackie Fraedrich will send information on this to Kathy Lueckert for distribution to the rest of the HRC. 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O 99 �'�TJ'CS O C 0 0 011 � 0 O O 0 x C7 C7 C7 x x W lcq.z x 00 k! O� C .-+ CVMV1cli Od C-; C .. O 99 ',...1.. b Oct. r 41997 OCT G 7 197 ' ro Dear Councilmember M1 �,. On October 15th you will have befor aff report for a Site Plan Amendment and Variance from parking setbacks for Medicine Lake Properties and Topaz Trucking. The land involved for the parking variance parallels the 'railroad track along the South Shore Drive and Is currently city park land and the proposed site for the recehtly approved Hennepin County Regional Trail Corridor. The affected land is also approximately 500 feet from Medicine Lake, the largest lake in Plymouth and the second largest lake in Hennepin -County. I have lived on the South Shore Drive since 1951 and have witnessed an increase in impervious surface at the proposed site and the subsequent problems with street flooding and deterioration of the water quality of Medicine Lake. As a volunteer for the Minnesota Pollution Control, Department of Natural Resources and Hennepin Parks over the past 10 years., I have had the opportunity to conduct weekly water samples and/or lake level readings. The current water clarity of Medicine Lake is 4.6 feet and the phosphorous reading is 54 parts per billion(p.p.b.); while a recommended swimmable p.p.b. reading is between 45-48. Despite these concerns, I have witnessed an increase in recreational use of the area by boaters, joggers, bicyclists and many more. It is a vital recreational area which includes two Plymouth City parks and the most heavily used park in the Hennepin County Park system. Any uncontrolled run off such as that currently found on the Medicine Lake Property site has a direct and very negative effect on the water quality of Medicine Lake. According to the Shoreline District Management Ordinance, the maximum impervious surface area coverage at this site is 25%. Currently the area is at a 76% impervious surface level -and. the request before you for additional parking would increase the level to 81.16% We ask you to vote against this variance for an increase in impervious surface. As a member of The Plymouth Environmental Quality Committee, I have had the opportunity to preview the Surface Water Management Plan Conducted by S.E.H. Engineering Inc. which should be before the city council for review late Fall or Winter '97-198. I would like to share some recommendations which may help in your consideration of the Medicine Lake Properties and Topaz Trucking request. "To be a successful Plymouth strategy we must focus on pollution prevention first and storm water treat- ment second." "With the most significant public investment in water-: based recreation occurring at Medicine Lake and Parker's Lake, the priorities to develop solutions in these two watersheds ranks very high." Lastly, you have or will have heard frequent testimony regarding the noise problem caused by Topaz 'rucking Company's running of refrigeration trucks throughout the night awakening neighbors since November 1996. This is the initial issue that brought this plan before you. I also ask that you address this neighborhood concern, but not at the risk of negatively affecting the w4ter quality of Medicine Lake. Sincerely, n 4 Bridget Jodell Mr. Ted Hoffman, Operations Engineer HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS 320 Washington Ave. South Hopkins, MN 55343-8496 SUBJECT: COUNTY ROAD 101 AT 20 AVENUE PASSING ON SHOULDER Dear Ted: I am responding to your letter of May 23, 1997, on a proposal to eliminate the bikepath along the east side of County Road 101 from 25`h Avenue to 26' Avenue, and construct a 14 foot wide paved bypass lane. Currently, there is only a gravel shoulder at this location and northbound vehicles are using this shoulder as a bypass lane when northbound vehicles are stopped waiting for a safe vehicle interval to turn at 26' Avenue. Because of the slope between the roadway and the right-of-way line, I concur that this is the best proposal to provide a paved bypass lane. This is the last block of the pedestrian trail. I concur with your proposal on the construction of the bypass lane. The City is requesting that the County construct this bypass lane as soon as schedules and weather permit. Sincerely, Fred G. Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works cc: ✓Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager N:\PW 1Engimaing%GENERAULTRS\FRED%Hoffnun7.doe PLYMOUTH A Beautif ull'lace -To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 '%N t W :int U i L.L.0 i i t LVWANT ;IU -IU -U7 ; 7:59Am ; SrMC PLANNING DEPT.- 612+509+5060 ; # 2/ 3 10/10/97 To: Joe Ryan, City of Plymouth Planning Commission, City of Plymouth City Council. City of Plymouth Re: Licenses/Permits for Harty's Marina Joe Ryan: My name is Barry Shear, Due to a previous commitment, I cannot attend the council meeting and would like to voice my opinion on the subject matter. For the past few years, I have rented a boat slip from Joe Harty, owner of Harty's Marine on Medicine Lake, As 1 understand it, a meeting is to be held to discuss the licensing/permits for Joe to expand his business. If anybody has a problem with allowing Joe to proceed with his plans, I fail to see or understand their issues, I have been a resident of the area for the past 10 years. My family and I frequently used, and continue to use Medicine Lake on a weekly basis. In fact, we frequently would go past both of Joe Harty's marinas and would comment on how well kept and orderly they were presented. This was the basis for our decision to rent a slip from Joe for our boat. Joe was the real reason for my family renting a slip from him. From the moment I first met him, I was very impressed. Our society needs more people like Joe around. Joe brings back the "Old School" philosophy of doing business; commitment, hard work, customer service, dedication. Joe's word or handshake can be taken as gospel. What he says he will do will always be completed. He continually keeps the areas clean and presentable. He talo pride in his work and it shows. He does not tolerate bad behavior in his areas by his customers. His areas are always orderly even on the busiest of days. Even during the inclement weather, Joe gives it his best to ensure that his boats and docks are stable and will not affect his lake neighbors. It is indeed a pleasure to see an entrepreneur like Joe be successful and carry on a family tradition. I do believe that any expansion of his facilities would be an advantage to the people using the lake. I had to wait a long period of time to get dock space. It now allows me and my .family to enjoy the wonderful lake. Joe has provided us that opportunity. Additional docks would act as a barrier during inclement weather so waves would not erode the shoreline as much. In fact, additional dockage would be safer than having boats attached to buoys. They would not have the chance to float loose during bad weather. As a renter, Joe must have the ability to move his docks out further based on the water level of the lake. At times, the lake level becomes too low for the boats closer to shore and can cause problems getting one's boat off a lift or scraping the bottom. If there are people who dislike what he or his business is doing, it can only be based on jealousy of Joe's success. It is very disheartening to me when people go out of their way to destroy the livelihood of those who have worked hard to build their business and have become successful. These people are so resentful that they will do whatever they can to destroy someone's success because they cannot achieve it on their own. Joe Harty and Harty's Marina cannot be a victim of these people. SENT BY=THE GILLETTE COMPANY ;10-10-97 ; 8=00AM ; SPMC PLANNING DEPT.- 612+509+5060;# 3/ 3 6C. Joe must be allowed to expand and build upon his business. Harty's is a living legend on Medicine Lake and should remain that way. The city of Plymouth should be proud to have a businessman like Joe Harty within their community. He offers countless people the opportunity to enjoy the lake. There are many businesses in Plymouth that should take lessons from Joe. I would strongly recommend that Joe be granted his licenses/permits so that he can continue in the tradition that he and his family have in the past and be a mainstay in the Plymouth community. Sily, 4Ad-V-4#W Barry Shear Customer of Harry's Marine and user of Medicine Lake x:•:91••:„�gt• i 't tFi::. .� 1 ,• � I -i `.'�:��e'i:t��xlt`x 'I• c� �;`t?'fes`=?`;i��}�':�t �w. "Building Community” October 3, 1997 Mr. Dwight Johnson City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Johnson: My name is David Detloff and I am the Chairman of the Site Selection Committee for the Northside const Chapter of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. I am writing to you because our chapter is in the process of planning our ruction projects for 1998 and we would like to discuss the possibility of your City's involvement with us in the coming year. In that we have not worked with the City of Plymouth before, you might not be familiar with Habitat for Humanity (or the Northside Chapter) and our approach to selecting potential home sites. The mission of Habitat for Humanity International, and all affiliates thereof, is to make decent', affordable housing available to all people. With this in mind, we look for either existing homes or vacant lots in suitable neighborhoods where we can build or rehabilitate a home for one of our waiting families. We do this by partnering with the communities that comprise the "Northside" of the Twin Cities area so that sites can not only be located but acquired if acceptable. Since 1985, when Habitat for Humanity began its work in the Twin Cities, the Northside Chapter has enjoyed a successful and continuous relationship with the City of Minneapolis as well as the occasional project in neighboring suburbs. This year we began working with the City of St. Louis Park and we both have found this partnership to very successful and full of promise for the coming years. (Please see article enclosed) We have found that it is a "win-win" for both our families and the City in that n" situation families now have the benefit of home ownership in a nice community while the cities benefit from not only the taxes generated by the property, but also, in many cases, the rejuvenation of a vacant and/or troubled property. Ideally, we would like to foster this kind of relationship with all of the communities within the Northside Chapter, but to do this we need your help. If you are interested in exploring the possibility of working with the Northside Chapter of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, I can be reached at: Dave Detloff 521-4962 (H) 2747 Xerxes Avenue N 825-2440 (W) Robbinsdale, MN 55422 Thank you and I look forward to speaking with you in the near future. Sin Y. Davi et o hair Site Selection Committec cc: Joy Tierney, Mayor Enclosure 3001 Founb Street S.E. 11 MMnneapotts, MN 55414 9 (612),331-4090 9 (612),331.1540 Fax