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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 12-12-1997I�2 DECEMBER 12, 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 Regular Council meeting. DECEMBER 17 7: 00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers JANUARY 7 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 2. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 7:00 PM, Council Chambers. Agenda is attached. (M-2) 3. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ONBUSINESS RELATIONS, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 5:30 PM, Medicine Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-3) 4. HRA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 7: 00 PM, has been canceled. S. PUBLIC SAFETYAD VISOR Y BOARD, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 7: OO PM, Public Safety Training Room. Agenda is attached. (M-5) 6. PLYMOUTH CITYEMPLOYEE HOLIDAYLUNCHEON, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 11: 00 AM -1:30 PM, Plymouth Radisson. City offices will close for the luncheon. 7. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, City offices closed. 8. NEW YEAR HOLIDAY, THURSDAY, JANUARY], 1998, City offices closed. 9. MEETING CALENDARS —December `97 and January `98 meeting calendars are attached. (M-9) I�2 DECEMBER 12, 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 Regular Council meeting. DECEMBER 17 7: 00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers JANUARY 7 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 2. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 7:00 PM, Council Chambers. Agenda is attached. (M-2) 3. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ONBUSINESS RELATIONS, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 5:30 PM, Medicine Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-3) 4. HRA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 7: 00 PM, has been canceled. S. PUBLIC SAFETYAD VISOR Y BOARD, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 7: OO PM, Public Safety Training Room. Agenda is attached. (M-5) 6. PLYMOUTH CITYEMPLOYEE HOLIDAYLUNCHEON, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 11: 00 AM -1:30 PM, Plymouth Radisson. City offices will close for the luncheon. 7. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, City offices closed. 8. NEW YEAR HOLIDAY, THURSDAY, JANUARY], 1998, City offices closed. 9. MEETING CALENDARS —December `97 and January `98 meeting calendars are attached. (M-9) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO Page 2 December 12, 1997 ,70A 1. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. a. Invitation to the Hennepin County Sheriffs Office holiday open house, Wednesday, December 17,1-5 PM, Room 6, Minneapolis City Hall. (I -la) b. Transportation Information newsletter from the Stanley Consultants Group. (I -1b) C. Notice from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency of the granting of a permit for construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension system in Conors Meadows. (I-1 c) d. Notice from Campbell Knutson, PA, of oral arguments scheduled before the Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday, January 1, 1998 at 9:00 AM. (I -Id) 2. CHARTER COMMISSIONANNUAL REPORT Submitted to Chief District Judge Daniel Mabley, by Assistant Manager Lueckert. (1-2) 3. MEETING MINUTES a. Public Safety Advisory Board November 20, 1997 meeting. (1-3a) b. Steering Committee for the Cities of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District November 20, 1997 meeting draft notes. (1--3b) C. City Officials and District 281 Social Studies Teachers December 3, 1997 meeting. (I -3c) d. Planning Commission December 9, 1997 meeting. (I --3d) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY— CORRESPONDENCE A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (I--4) S. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter to Planning Commission Chair Michael Stulberg from Sugar Hills Townhome Association Vice President Donald Butler regarding the Moen-Leuer request for conditional use permit for manufacturing construction project near 36' Street and Zanzibar Lane. (I -5a) b. Letter to Plymouth Business Council Chair Ken Mosher from John Sweeney, Assistant to Public Works Director, regarding the proposed Spring 1998 Regional Job Fair. (I -5b) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO Page 2 December 12, 1997 ,70A 1. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. a. Invitation to the Hennepin County Sheriffs Office holiday open house, Wednesday, December 17,1-5 PM, Room 6, Minneapolis City Hall. (I -la) b. Transportation Information newsletter from the Stanley Consultants Group. (I -1b) C. Notice from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency of the granting of a permit for construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension system in Conors Meadows. (I-1 c) d. Notice from Campbell Knutson, PA, of oral arguments scheduled before the Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday, January 1, 1998 at 9:00 AM. (I -Id) 2. CHARTER COMMISSIONANNUAL REPORT Submitted to Chief District Judge Daniel Mabley, by Assistant Manager Lueckert. (1-2) 3. MEETING MINUTES a. Public Safety Advisory Board November 20, 1997 meeting. (1-3a) b. Steering Committee for the Cities of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District November 20, 1997 meeting draft notes. (1--3b) C. City Officials and District 281 Social Studies Teachers December 3, 1997 meeting. (I -3c) d. Planning Commission December 9, 1997 meeting. (I --3d) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY— CORRESPONDENCE A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (I--4) S. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter to Planning Commission Chair Michael Stulberg from Sugar Hills Townhome Association Vice President Donald Butler regarding the Moen-Leuer request for conditional use permit for manufacturing construction project near 36' Street and Zanzibar Lane. (I -5a) b. Letter to Plymouth Business Council Chair Ken Mosher from John Sweeney, Assistant to Public Works Director, regarding the proposed Spring 1998 Regional Job Fair. (I -5b) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO Page 3 December 12, 1997 C. Letter to the Editor of the Star Tribune from Ward 1 Councilmember Bildsoe regarding the December 3, 1997 article by Mike Myers discussing use of tax increment financing in cities. (I -Sc) d. Correspondence between Nicolae Teisanu and City staff regarding a drainage problem at their Medicine Ridge Road home. (I -SD) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO Page 3 December 12, 1997 C. Letter to the Editor of the Star Tribune from Ward 1 Councilmember Bildsoe regarding the December 3, 1997 article by Mike Myers discussing use of tax increment financing in cities. (I -Sc) d. Correspondence between Nicolae Teisanu and City staff regarding a drainage problem at their Medicine Ridge Road home. (I -SD) rp) PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA A/� Z TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1997 � ' WHERE: Plymouth City Center 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CONSENT AGENDA All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda. 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M. 2. PUBLIC FORUM 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. *CONSENT AGENDA 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Eagle Crest Northwest, Inc. Rezoning from FRD (Future Restricted Development) to RMF -1 (Multiple Family 1), Preliminary Plat and Site Plan to allow construction of a 48 -unit townhome development on the 9.7 acre site located southeast of Fernbrook Lane and 43`d Avenue. (97089) B. United Properties. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit for two office buildings totaling 180,000 square feet for property located at the southeast corner of Fernbrook Lane and 34' Avenue. (97160) C. Moen Leuer Construction.' Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow up to 40 percent of the total building area for assembly, manufacturing and warehousing as accessory uses in the B- C (Business Campus) Zoning District for their office/showroom building to be located north of Highway 55, south of 36' Avenue, east of Rockford Road. (97170) 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Northwest Associated Consultants. Comprehensive Plan Update, Tactics Study Report. 8. ADJOURNMENT r rp) PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA A/� Z TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1997 � ' WHERE: Plymouth City Center 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CONSENT AGENDA All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda. 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M. 2. PUBLIC FORUM 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. *CONSENT AGENDA 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Eagle Crest Northwest, Inc. Rezoning from FRD (Future Restricted Development) to RMF -1 (Multiple Family 1), Preliminary Plat and Site Plan to allow construction of a 48 -unit townhome development on the 9.7 acre site located southeast of Fernbrook Lane and 43`d Avenue. (97089) B. United Properties. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit for two office buildings totaling 180,000 square feet for property located at the southeast corner of Fernbrook Lane and 34' Avenue. (97160) C. Moen Leuer Construction.' Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow up to 40 percent of the total building area for assembly, manufacturing and warehousing as accessory uses in the B- C (Business Campus) Zoning District for their office/showroom building to be located north of Highway 55, south of 36' Avenue, east of Rockford Road. (97170) 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Northwest Associated Consultants. Comprehensive Plan Update, Tactics Study Report. 8. ADJOURNMENT r Plymouth City Council P.....s Business Relations Subcommittee December 17, 1997 5:30 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Business Focus Group --date: March 12, 1998, Plymouth Ice Center --discussion with consultant --discussion of businesses to invite --next steps III. Plymouth Business Council IV. Next Meeting Plymouth City Council P.....s Business Relations Subcommittee December 17, 1997 5:30 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Business Focus Group --date: March 12, 1998, Plymouth Ice Center --discussion with consultant --discussion of businesses to invite --next steps III. Plymouth Business Council IV. Next Meeting M-5 AGENDA City of Plymouth 111me liff,#F Advisory Basi Thursday, December 18, 1997 7.00 p.m. Training Room of the Public Safety Building - 2"d floor I. Call to order II. Approval of minutes from November 20, 1997 meeting III. Animal Ordinance - review of issues and questions for citizen survey Nov 1997 Review all issues and gather all pertinent information for making a decision on each issue. Nov 1997 Final decision on whether to do entire change to ordinance at one time or separate out major issues. IV. Adjournment M-5 AGENDA City of Plymouth 111me liff,#F Advisory Basi Thursday, December 18, 1997 7.00 p.m. Training Room of the Public Safety Building - 2"d floor I. 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V- ovoe Employees, Friends & Families IIbvec1nejc&Y3 2)c"e--ein-ler 17 Irom -5 pin Pown 6 Cit-YJI .# November 1997 STANLEY CONSULTANTS A Member of The Stanley Consultants Group MW 5775 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 955 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 612.546.3669 r / i ML, e-mail: lnfo@stanleygroup.com SUPERPAVE: THE NEW MARVEL IN HIGHWAY ASPHALT It's not a super hero, and it does not come without its complications, but early indications are that Superpave is the wave of the future for highway construction. Superpave stands for Superior Performing Asphalt Pavements and is a result of a $50 million in research performed under the Federal Strategic Highway Research ♦ Program. It represents an improved system for specifying the components of asphalt ♦ concrete, asphalt mixture design and analysis, and asphalt pavement performance prediction. It is intended for interstates, highways, and secondary roads with large ` traffic volumes. In 1996 there were almost 100 Superpave projects in 28 states and — — over 300 were planned in 44 different states for the 1997 construction season. ` An AASHTO task force assigned six states to lead the implementation effort of the Superpave system. The lead states of Florida, Indiana, Maryland, New York, ` Texas and Utah are charged with implementing, documenting, and sharing ♦ their Superpave experiences. The early indications are positive despite a few complications. This is fi, ♦ a radical change for the pavement industry requiring consultants ♦ and contractors to learn new methods. The idea is to increase the stone on stone contact in the hot mix asphalt. Improved ♦ capacity to carry heavy traffic loads is the result. One of the major challenges has been compacting to the specified density. However, any pavement mixture which '' provides good rutting resistance under heavy ` traffic will also re - If you have used Superpave for quire more compactive effort to 4 ♦ build it. Some of a project, let us know about it. the 1996 density problems were resolved , ♦ using any one or a combination of the following: We will compile your success or Having the mix placed at the appropriate unsuccessful stories for a future temperature (for the binder used) edition of INFO. You can e-mail Using a heavier (12-15 ton) breakdown roller us at info@stanleygroup.com or Keeping the breakdown roller up close to the paver call Sam Snyder at 3191264-6276. Many states are easing into the Superpave system by letting out only a few projects the past couple of years. Indiana was one of the leaders in 1996. Indiana awarded 16 projects utilizing 448,000 metric tons of Superpave. "We are behind it 100 percent," said Richard Smutzer, Chief, Materials and Test Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation. It will still be a couple of years before the longevity hypothesis can be proven, but the number of projects are continuing to grow on an annual basis. ...for more information on Superpave, call the office listed above. Y ,,p November 1997 STANLEY CONSULTANTS A Member of The Stanley Consultants Group MW 5775 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 955 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 612.546.3669 r / i ML, e-mail: lnfo@stanleygroup.com SUPERPAVE: THE NEW MARVEL IN HIGHWAY ASPHALT It's not a super hero, and it does not come without its complications, but early indications are that Superpave is the wave of the future for highway construction. Superpave stands for Superior Performing Asphalt Pavements and is a result of a $50 million in research performed under the Federal Strategic Highway Research ♦ Program. It represents an improved system for specifying the components of asphalt ♦ concrete, asphalt mixture design and analysis, and asphalt pavement performance prediction. It is intended for interstates, highways, and secondary roads with large ` traffic volumes. In 1996 there were almost 100 Superpave projects in 28 states and — — over 300 were planned in 44 different states for the 1997 construction season. ` An AASHTO task force assigned six states to lead the implementation effort of the Superpave system. The lead states of Florida, Indiana, Maryland, New York, ` Texas and Utah are charged with implementing, documenting, and sharing ♦ their Superpave experiences. The early indications are positive despite a few complications. This is fi, ♦ a radical change for the pavement industry requiring consultants ♦ and contractors to learn new methods. The idea is to increase the stone on stone contact in the hot mix asphalt. Improved ♦ capacity to carry heavy traffic loads is the result. One of the major challenges has been compacting to the specified density. However, any pavement mixture which '' provides good rutting resistance under heavy ` traffic will also re - If you have used Superpave for quire more compactive effort to 4 ♦ build it. Some of a project, let us know about it. the 1996 density problems were resolved , ♦ using any one or a combination of the following: We will compile your success or Having the mix placed at the appropriate unsuccessful stories for a future temperature (for the binder used) edition of INFO. You can e-mail Using a heavier (12-15 ton) breakdown roller us at info@stanleygroup.com or Keeping the breakdown roller up close to the paver call Sam Snyder at 3191264-6276. Many states are easing into the Superpave system by letting out only a few projects the past couple of years. Indiana was one of the leaders in 1996. Indiana awarded 16 projects utilizing 448,000 metric tons of Superpave. "We are behind it 100 percent," said Richard Smutzer, Chief, Materials and Test Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation. It will still be a couple of years before the longevity hypothesis can be proven, but the number of projects are continuing to grow on an annual basis. ...for more information on Superpave, call the office listed above. Stanley Consultants, Inc. Suite 955 5775 Wayzata Blvd. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 MS JOY TIERNEY CITY OF PLYMOUTH CITY HALL 17915 20TH AVENUE N PLYMOUTH MN 55447 For Your INFO... TRACKING Transportation Dollars: How Does Minnesota Fare? The graph shows how Minnesota compares to other states. The competition for federal transportation funds is fierce. Shaded states contribute more funds than they receive. Source: Federal Highway Administration -1996 STANLEYCONSULTANTS, INC. • Street and Highway Design 7R4NSP0RTA770NSERVICES . Traffic Engineering • Bridge Design • Construction Management BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.4 ib �z9 R.I. 2.06 Conn. 1.66 • Utility Relocation and Design • Municipal Engineering Stanley Consultants, Inc. Suite 955 5775 Wayzata Blvd. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 MS JOY TIERNEY CITY OF PLYMOUTH CITY HALL 17915 20TH AVENUE N PLYMOUTH MN 55447 For Your INFO... TRACKING Transportation Dollars: How Does Minnesota Fare? The graph shows how Minnesota compares to other states. The competition for federal transportation funds is fierce. Shaded states contribute more funds than they receive. Source: Federal Highway Administration -1996 STANLEYCONSULTANTS, INC. • Street and Highway Design 7R4NSP0RTA770NSERVICES . Traffic Engineering • Bridge Design • Construction Management BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.4 ib �z9 R.I. 2.06 Conn. 1.66 • Utility Relocation and Design • Municipal Engineering Minnesota Pollution Control Agency December 9, 1997 The Honorable Joy Tierney Mayor, City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 Dear Mayor Tierney: Enclosed is Permit Number 21574 for the construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension system to be located in Plymouth, Minnesota. Please carefully review the permit, including any Special Conditions, General Conditions (No. 1-20) and information relative to plans and the permit application. Please let us know if you have any questions regarding these documents. If you do have questions, you may contact me at the address listed below or call me at (612) 296-7762. If you like, you may also use our toll free number, which is 1-800-657-3864. Since ely, V' Donald K. Perwien, P.E., Staff Engineer Compliance Unit 1 Point Source Compliance Section Water Quality Division DKP:gar Enclosures: Sewer Extension Permit General Conditions cc: City Council c/o Dwight Johnson, City Manager Fred Moore, Director of Public Works McCombs, Frank, Roos Associates, Inc. Metropolitan Council - Environmental Services c/o Don Bluhm Metropolitan Council - Environmental Services c% Marcel Jouseau 520 Lafayette Rd. N.; St. Paul, MN 55155-4194; (612) 296-6300 (Voice); (612) 282-5332 (TTY) Regional Offices: Duluth • Brainerd • Detroit Lakes • Marshall • Rochester Equal Opportunity Employer • Printed on recycled paper containing at least 20% fibers from paper recycled by consumers. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency December 9, 1997 The Honorable Joy Tierney Mayor, City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 Dear Mayor Tierney: Enclosed is Permit Number 21574 for the construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension system to be located in Plymouth, Minnesota. Please carefully review the permit, including any Special Conditions, General Conditions (No. 1-20) and information relative to plans and the permit application. Please let us know if you have any questions regarding these documents. If you do have questions, you may contact me at the address listed below or call me at (612) 296-7762. If you like, you may also use our toll free number, which is 1-800-657-3864. Since ely, V' Donald K. Perwien, P.E., Staff Engineer Compliance Unit 1 Point Source Compliance Section Water Quality Division DKP:gar Enclosures: Sewer Extension Permit General Conditions cc: City Council c/o Dwight Johnson, City Manager Fred Moore, Director of Public Works McCombs, Frank, Roos Associates, Inc. Metropolitan Council - Environmental Services c/o Don Bluhm Metropolitan Council - Environmental Services c% Marcel Jouseau 520 Lafayette Rd. N.; St. Paul, MN 55155-4194; (612) 296-6300 (Voice); (612) 282-5332 (TTY) Regional Offices: Duluth • Brainerd • Detroit Lakes • Marshall • Rochester Equal Opportunity Employer • Printed on recycled paper containing at least 20% fibers from paper recycled by consumers. 7^ I C Minnesota Pollution Control Agency PERMIT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A DISPOSAL SYSTEM CITY OF PLYMOUTH Hennepin County Pursuant to authorization by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and in accordance with the provisions of Minn. Stat. chs. 115 and 116, plans are approved and a permit is hereby granted to the above -referenced Permittee for the construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension in Plymouth, Minnesota. The facilities will consist of 2,353 linear feet of 6 -inch and 8 -inch -inch sanitary sewer pipe including 485 linear feet of 4 -inch diameter forcemain and a lift station equipped with two submersible pumps. The facilities are further described in MPCA approved standard specifications and plans designated as: "Conor Meadows Plat Two, Utility and Street Improvements" received October 27, 1997, prepared by McCombs, Frank, Roos Associates, Inc. for the city of Plymouth. It is the Permittee's responsibility to assure compliance with any special conditions and the general conditions that are required by this permit. This includes taking all necessary measures needed to comply, including, but not limited to, the notification of contractors or others who may be carrying out this work. PERMIT NUMBER: 21574 DATED: December 9 ; 1997 . 1 0-, */ Douglas A. Hall, Supervisor Permits/Technical Review Unit Point Source Compliance Section Water Quality Division 520 Lafayette Rd. N.; St. Paul, MN 55155-4194; (612) 296-6300 (Voice); (612) 282-5332 (TTY) Regional Offices: Duluth - Brainerd - Detroit Lakes - Marshall - Rochester Equal Opportunity Employer - Printed on recycled paper containing at least 20% fibers from paper recycled by consumers. 7^ I C Minnesota Pollution Control Agency PERMIT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A DISPOSAL SYSTEM CITY OF PLYMOUTH Hennepin County Pursuant to authorization by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and in accordance with the provisions of Minn. Stat. chs. 115 and 116, plans are approved and a permit is hereby granted to the above -referenced Permittee for the construction and operation of a sanitary sewer extension in Plymouth, Minnesota. The facilities will consist of 2,353 linear feet of 6 -inch and 8 -inch -inch sanitary sewer pipe including 485 linear feet of 4 -inch diameter forcemain and a lift station equipped with two submersible pumps. The facilities are further described in MPCA approved standard specifications and plans designated as: "Conor Meadows Plat Two, Utility and Street Improvements" received October 27, 1997, prepared by McCombs, Frank, Roos Associates, Inc. for the city of Plymouth. It is the Permittee's responsibility to assure compliance with any special conditions and the general conditions that are required by this permit. This includes taking all necessary measures needed to comply, including, but not limited to, the notification of contractors or others who may be carrying out this work. PERMIT NUMBER: 21574 DATED: December 9 ; 1997 . 1 0-, */ Douglas A. Hall, Supervisor Permits/Technical Review Unit Point Source Compliance Section Water Quality Division 520 Lafayette Rd. N.; St. Paul, MN 55155-4194; (612) 296-6300 (Voice); (612) 282-5332 (TTY) Regional Offices: Duluth - Brainerd - Detroit Lakes - Marshall - Rochester Equal Opportunity Employer - Printed on recycled paper containing at least 20% fibers from paper recycled by consumers. CAMPBELL KNUTSON� Professional Association Attorneys at Law Thomas J. Campbell Roger N. Knutson Thomas M. Scott Elliott B. Knetsch Suesan Lea Pace Mr. Mark Rossow Senior Claim Supervisor Berkley Risk Services, Inc. 145 University Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55103-2044 (612) 452-5000 Fax (612) 452-5550 Writer's Direct Dial: 234-6218 December 4, 1997 Re: Don D. Myron v. City of Plymouth Our File No. 3268/46 Dear Mark: Joel J. Jamnik Andrea McDowell Poehler Matthew K. Brokl* John F. Kelly Matthew J. Foli Marguerite M. McCarron George T. Stephenson 'Also licensed in Wisconsin Of Counsel: Rk •' ` ` Gary G. Fuchs nFr We have received notice that the oral argument before the Minnesota Supreme Court on this matter is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Please call if you have any questions. I will report to you after the oral argument on January 14th. Best regards, CAMPBELL KNUTSON Professional Association By: l S / Tho as M. Scott TMS:cjh cc: Ms. Anne Hurlburt Mr. Joe Ryan Mr. Bob Pemberton Mr. Dwight Johnson 45846 Suite 317 9 Eagandale Office Center 0 1380 Corporate Center Curve 9 Eagan, MN 55121 CAMPBELL KNUTSON� Professional Association Attorneys at Law Thomas J. Campbell Roger N. Knutson Thomas M. Scott Elliott B. Knetsch Suesan Lea Pace Mr. Mark Rossow Senior Claim Supervisor Berkley Risk Services, Inc. 145 University Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55103-2044 (612) 452-5000 Fax (612) 452-5550 Writer's Direct Dial: 234-6218 December 4, 1997 Re: Don D. Myron v. City of Plymouth Our File No. 3268/46 Dear Mark: Joel J. Jamnik Andrea McDowell Poehler Matthew K. Brokl* John F. Kelly Matthew J. Foli Marguerite M. McCarron George T. Stephenson 'Also licensed in Wisconsin Of Counsel: Rk •' ` ` Gary G. Fuchs nFr We have received notice that the oral argument before the Minnesota Supreme Court on this matter is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Please call if you have any questions. I will report to you after the oral argument on January 14th. Best regards, CAMPBELL KNUTSON Professional Association By: l S / Tho as M. Scott TMS:cjh cc: Ms. Anne Hurlburt Mr. Joe Ryan Mr. Bob Pemberton Mr. Dwight Johnson 45846 Suite 317 9 Eagandale Office Center 0 1380 Corporate Center Curve 9 Eagan, MN 55121 CITY OF PLYMOUTI-F December 10, 1997 Honorable Daniel H. Mabley Chief Judge Fourth Judicial District Court Hennepin County Government Center Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 Dear Judge Mabley, The Plymouth Charter Commission is pleased to present to you the annual report of its activities during 1997, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 410.05, Subd. 2. During 1997, the Charter Commission dealt with two issues. The Commission's annual meeting was held on December 2, 1997. Amendment Requiring Supermajority Vote for Tax Rate Increase. The Charter Commission met three times during 1997 to discuss the proposed charter amendment which would require a supermajority vote of the city council for a tax rate increase. The amendment is slated for the November 1998 ballot. The Charter Commission opposes the amendment in its current form, but is interested in discussing possible alternatives with the Plymouth City Council. Charter Commission Terms of Office. With your assistance, the terms of charter commission members were adjusted to comply with state law. Five new members joined the Plymouth Charter Commission during the summer of 1997. An orientation session was held for them by city staff and current commission members. PLYMOUTH A Beautifiuf Pface To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 @PW --*WP " www.d.plymouth.mmus CITY OF PLYMOUTI-F December 10, 1997 Honorable Daniel H. Mabley Chief Judge Fourth Judicial District Court Hennepin County Government Center Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 Dear Judge Mabley, The Plymouth Charter Commission is pleased to present to you the annual report of its activities during 1997, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 410.05, Subd. 2. During 1997, the Charter Commission dealt with two issues. The Commission's annual meeting was held on December 2, 1997. Amendment Requiring Supermajority Vote for Tax Rate Increase. The Charter Commission met three times during 1997 to discuss the proposed charter amendment which would require a supermajority vote of the city council for a tax rate increase. The amendment is slated for the November 1998 ballot. The Charter Commission opposes the amendment in its current form, but is interested in discussing possible alternatives with the Plymouth City Council. Charter Commission Terms of Office. With your assistance, the terms of charter commission members were adjusted to comply with state law. Five new members joined the Plymouth Charter Commission during the summer of 1997. An orientation session was held for them by city staff and current commission members. PLYMOUTH A Beautifiuf Pface To Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 @PW --*WP " www.d.plymouth.mmus The 1998 officers of the Plymouth Charter Commission are Robert Sipkins, Chairman; Ellie Singer, Vice Chairman; Terry Donovan, Secretary. Thank you for your guidance and assistance, and we look forward to working with you in the coming year. Sincerely, V IY iI �!l�nG��1w Virgil Schneider Chairman, Plymouth Charter Commission The 1998 officers of the Plymouth Charter Commission are Robert Sipkins, Chairman; Ellie Singer, Vice Chairman; Terry Donovan, Secretary. Thank you for your guidance and assistance, and we look forward to working with you in the coming year. Sincerely, V IY iI �!l�nG��1w Virgil Schneider Chairman, Plymouth Charter Commission City of Plymouth Public Safety Advisory Board Minutes of Meeting November 20, 1997 7:00 p.m. Present at the meeting were Councilmember Saundra Spigner, City Manager Dwight Johnson, Citizen Representatives Ed Albro, Dan Freese, Charlie Honke, Cathy Kaufman, and Janet Perrin, staff representatives Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes, Police Sgt. Mike Goldstein, Firefighter Chris Dore, and recording secretary, Public Safety Tech Svcs Supervisor Barb Cox. Councilmembers Christian Preus and Tim Bildsoe were unable to attend. As this was the first meeting with the new citizen representatives, Director Gerdes informed them that Councilmember Preus is the current Chair of this group and Gerdes is the Vice -Chair. In Preus' absence, Gerdes will be chairing this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. Gerdes asked that first we go around the room and introduce ourselves for the benefit of all the new members. The next item on the agenda was a request for consideration by the Mayor of a possible public education campaign to get people to voluntarily slow down to 25 mph, especially in residential neighborhoods. Gerdes and Johnson gave background information for the group on this issue. Gerdes noted that in a citizen survey that was completed residential speeding was the top concern. He added that the Police Department added a special Traffic Enforcement Unit just to deal with this problem. Johnson added that the City receives requests from neighborhoods for some type of speed controls very often. He noted that methods used to assist with these problems have included some Public Safety answers, some Engineering, and some educational. Some of the Engineering answers include speed humps, traffic circles, curves, and stop signs. Both noted that the City cannot control speed limits as they are set by the State. The process involves requesting traffic studies done on the roadway. After the study is conducted, the State uses a system called the 85"' percentile, meaning that 85% of the drivers go that speed or less on the roadway. Johnson noted this can be dangerous because in some instances the speed has actually gone up. He noted that in some special circumstances we can do some things; for example, in one neighborhood we painted a trail on the edge of the roadway which is one case where the City can lower the speed limit form 30 to 25. Although in this case the City of Plymouth Public Safety Advisory Board Minutes of Meeting November 20, 1997 7:00 p.m. Present at the meeting were Councilmember Saundra Spigner, City Manager Dwight Johnson, Citizen Representatives Ed Albro, Dan Freese, Charlie Honke, Cathy Kaufman, and Janet Perrin, staff representatives Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes, Police Sgt. Mike Goldstein, Firefighter Chris Dore, and recording secretary, Public Safety Tech Svcs Supervisor Barb Cox. Councilmembers Christian Preus and Tim Bildsoe were unable to attend. As this was the first meeting with the new citizen representatives, Director Gerdes informed them that Councilmember Preus is the current Chair of this group and Gerdes is the Vice -Chair. In Preus' absence, Gerdes will be chairing this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. Gerdes asked that first we go around the room and introduce ourselves for the benefit of all the new members. The next item on the agenda was a request for consideration by the Mayor of a possible public education campaign to get people to voluntarily slow down to 25 mph, especially in residential neighborhoods. Gerdes and Johnson gave background information for the group on this issue. Gerdes noted that in a citizen survey that was completed residential speeding was the top concern. He added that the Police Department added a special Traffic Enforcement Unit just to deal with this problem. Johnson added that the City receives requests from neighborhoods for some type of speed controls very often. He noted that methods used to assist with these problems have included some Public Safety answers, some Engineering, and some educational. Some of the Engineering answers include speed humps, traffic circles, curves, and stop signs. Both noted that the City cannot control speed limits as they are set by the State. The process involves requesting traffic studies done on the roadway. After the study is conducted, the State uses a system called the 85"' percentile, meaning that 85% of the drivers go that speed or less on the roadway. Johnson noted this can be dangerous because in some instances the speed has actually gone up. He noted that in some special circumstances we can do some things; for example, in one neighborhood we painted a trail on the edge of the roadway which is one case where the City can lower the speed limit form 30 to 25. Although in this case the City conducted speed studies before and after the trail was implemented and the actual speed on the roadway did not change. Gerdes stated that we have found that in order to make an impact on speed we need to do zero tolerance ticketing or major educational campaign. Johnson added that one of our educational efforts is the sign we place around the City that shows your actual speed compared to the speed limit. Kaufman stated she had a question on the type of educational campaign we would have. She asked if it would educate on the dangers of speed. If so, she noted we would need to have examples of 30 versus 25 mph dangers. Gerdes stated the campaign could talk about dangers or advantages. Albro asked if it is legal or proper to do this. Gerdes answered that this proposal is two -fold. The City is supporting legal action through the Minnesota League of Cities to lobby to change the speed limit legally from 30 to 25 in residential areas state-wide. This program would be non -enforceable and we would not involve ourselves in lobbying with the legislature. He noted in our original discussions on this issue there was discussion about posting 25 mph speed limit signs. He stated the Police Department will not do this as he has an issue with posting signs that are not enforceable. Honke stated he had an idea and a question on this issue. He stated in the past there was a program where a group put some green ribbons on speed signs for some reason. He stated perhaps this program could include putting yellow ribbons on signs because yellow indicates caution and could go along with slowing down. His question is how we would measure the success of the program. He stated he feels it is important to have some measurable device to study the success of any program. He wondered if a measure would be that less people were bringing concerns to the City Council. Perrin asked if there have been other communities that have had success with this program. She noted specifically she has seen "Think 25" signs in Wisconsin. Gerdes stated we are not aware of anyone using this program in Minnesota and are unsure of any success. Goldstein noted the City of Minnetonka has several 25 mph zones and we should check with them to see what they are doing. Freese asked if we have a profile as to who the offenders are. He noted in order for the campaign to be successful, we should target the individuals who are the most likely to offend without spending a lot of City dollars. He added that he believes teenagers and young adults could be the most likely offenders. Perrin agreed that most of the time in her neighborhood it is the teenagers and young adults who are speeding. Goldstein stated in the Police Department's experience it is usually that case when we work neighborhood areas the most likely offenders are the individuals that live in the neighborhood; although it is often their perception that it is people cutting through their neighborhood that is the problem. Gerdes added that when we work an area at least 60 to 70% of the tickets issued go to individuals that live directly in that neighborhood. 7 City conducted speed studies before and after the trail was implemented and the actual speed on the roadway did not change. Gerdes stated that we have found that in order to make an impact on speed we need to do zero tolerance ticketing or major educational campaign. Johnson added that one of our educational efforts is the sign we place around the City that shows your actual speed compared to the speed limit. Kaufman stated she had a question on the type of educational campaign we would have. She asked if it would educate on the dangers of speed. If so, she noted we would need to have examples of 30 versus 25 mph dangers. Gerdes stated the campaign could talk about dangers or advantages. Albro asked if it is legal or proper to do this. Gerdes answered that this proposal is two -fold. The City is supporting legal action through the Minnesota League of Cities to lobby to change the speed limit legally from 30 to 25 in residential areas state-wide. This program would be non -enforceable and we would not involve ourselves in lobbying with the legislature. He noted in our original discussions on this issue there was discussion about posting 25 mph speed limit signs. He stated the Police Department will not do this as he has an issue with posting signs that are not enforceable. Honke stated he had an idea and a question on this issue. He stated in the past there was a program where a group put some green ribbons on speed signs for some reason. He stated perhaps this program could include putting yellow ribbons on signs because yellow indicates caution and could go along with slowing down. His question is how we would measure the success of the program. He stated he feels it is important to have some measurable device to study the success of any program. He wondered if a measure would be that less people were bringing concerns to the City Council. Perrin asked if there have been other communities that have had success with this program. She noted specifically she has seen "Think 25" signs in Wisconsin. Gerdes stated we are not aware of anyone using this program in Minnesota and are unsure of any success. Goldstein noted the City of Minnetonka has several 25 mph zones and we should check with them to see what they are doing. Freese asked if we have a profile as to who the offenders are. He noted in order for the campaign to be successful, we should target the individuals who are the most likely to offend without spending a lot of City dollars. He added that he believes teenagers and young adults could be the most likely offenders. Perrin agreed that most of the time in her neighborhood it is the teenagers and young adults who are speeding. Goldstein stated in the Police Department's experience it is usually that case when we work neighborhood areas the most likely offenders are the individuals that live in the neighborhood; although it is often their perception that it is people cutting through their neighborhood that is the problem. Gerdes added that when we work an area at least 60 to 70% of the tickets issued go to individuals that live directly in that neighborhood. 7 y-3 a Albro inquired whether the program would target a particular location or be city- wide or if that has been quantified. Councilmember Spigner arrived at 7:30 p.m. Johnson noted that the City does speed studies on areas of concern that come up. A lot of the problems are not quantified, but some have been shown in the speed studies to be in the 36-37 mph range. A complaint we often get is that there is too much "cut through" traffic. Gerdes stated he believes the purpose of this group is to evaluate the proposal as an overall city-wide project and then do projects within neighborhoods having problems. He stated we need to decide what we want to do and how we should do it and the Council will likely accept our recommendation. Spigner added that the group should know this is not a directive from the Council and the group can decide we should not do anything with the project. Kaufman stated on the educational issue, if "Think 25" is voluntary, people will ask why should they. We need to be able to say is it safer and it should be some compelling reason that would affect them. Dore added the safety of kids playing in the neighborhood is a good reason that would affect most. Spigner added that often our extensive trail system connects going across streets and there are not many sidewalks and there are hidden driveways with curves and all of these could be used as safety issues. Perrin noted if we are looking for a neighborhood to try something out on hers may be a good one as she lives behind Armstrong High School and there is also a new trail. She stated there is a lot of traffic after school and at lunch when they have open campus. Freese added we could work with the school to make it a school project to make a "Drive 25" tape that could be shown on Cable 25 and in the school in conjunction with the program. Perrin noted they could use it in conjunction with their driver's education program in the high school. Goldstein noted the Mayor could address the issue in her monthly message column in the newsletter. He stated he would like to see the program city-wide rather than in one neighborhood. He also added there is no sound way to measure the success of the program as you cannot measure how many people are not speeding because of the program. Gerdes stated he would like to take all the suggestions and put them together and have the Public Safety Education Specialist put some framework around a possible program. He added that he believes this should be a spring program rather than this time of year, so he would suggest bringing the issue back with the education proposal again in February for further review targeting a spring program. Johnson added that we do not have to use the "Think 25" slogan but can just do a speed campaign to get people to be conscious of the speed limit and not exceed it and 3 y-3 a Albro inquired whether the program would target a particular location or be city- wide or if that has been quantified. Councilmember Spigner arrived at 7:30 p.m. Johnson noted that the City does speed studies on areas of concern that come up. A lot of the problems are not quantified, but some have been shown in the speed studies to be in the 36-37 mph range. A complaint we often get is that there is too much "cut through" traffic. Gerdes stated he believes the purpose of this group is to evaluate the proposal as an overall city-wide project and then do projects within neighborhoods having problems. He stated we need to decide what we want to do and how we should do it and the Council will likely accept our recommendation. Spigner added that the group should know this is not a directive from the Council and the group can decide we should not do anything with the project. Kaufman stated on the educational issue, if "Think 25" is voluntary, people will ask why should they. We need to be able to say is it safer and it should be some compelling reason that would affect them. Dore added the safety of kids playing in the neighborhood is a good reason that would affect most. Spigner added that often our extensive trail system connects going across streets and there are not many sidewalks and there are hidden driveways with curves and all of these could be used as safety issues. Perrin noted if we are looking for a neighborhood to try something out on hers may be a good one as she lives behind Armstrong High School and there is also a new trail. She stated there is a lot of traffic after school and at lunch when they have open campus. Freese added we could work with the school to make it a school project to make a "Drive 25" tape that could be shown on Cable 25 and in the school in conjunction with the program. Perrin noted they could use it in conjunction with their driver's education program in the high school. Goldstein noted the Mayor could address the issue in her monthly message column in the newsletter. He stated he would like to see the program city-wide rather than in one neighborhood. He also added there is no sound way to measure the success of the program as you cannot measure how many people are not speeding because of the program. Gerdes stated he would like to take all the suggestions and put them together and have the Public Safety Education Specialist put some framework around a possible program. He added that he believes this should be a spring program rather than this time of year, so he would suggest bringing the issue back with the education proposal again in February for further review targeting a spring program. Johnson added that we do not have to use the "Think 25" slogan but can just do a speed campaign to get people to be conscious of the speed limit and not exceed it and 3 'J_3a ask them to pay special care in their own neighborhood. Gerdes closed discussion on the subject and asked for general consensus to move the issue forward with the ideas suggested and bring back with a proposed campaign in February. All agreed. The next item on the agenda was discussion of the City's animal ordinance. Freese stated his first question is what are the enforcement issues with this. Gerdes noted the review of the ordinance items came from requests from several areas including City Council, Planning Commission, citizens, and staff. Johnson and Spigner stated we should check the Council minutes to determine exactly what the Council directive on this issue was. Spigner stated part of her concern is currently we have a limit of two dogs, but there is no limit on cats. She believes the limit should be three dogs and three cats and that we need to deal with all issues at the same time and not separate them. Goldstein agreed that issues should all be dealt with at once. He added that we need to continue working on the issue and stay with the timetable set as we have several people waiting for answers on this issue. Honke asked what the problem with the number of animals is and why we would want to regulate it at all. Freese noted there is a large health issue with large numbers of animals and there needs to be some regulation. Spigner added there are also health and nuisance problems with cats running loose through the City. Perrin added there is a large health issue with cat fecal matter, especially in pregnant women. Gerdes stated in relation to the regulation of the number of animals, it can become a nuisance issue with barking and damage to property with large number of animals also. He stated the issue is finding the right limit. Johnson stated one of the alternatives we have discussed is allowing an option for additional animals with a process something like a conditional use permit. Kaufman asked if this group suggests something like a review process would the City be able to maintain the program. Gerdes noted that we list all calls in our computer and checking on the history could easily be done now. He noted the process could lead to a budgetary request for additional CSO assistance to keep up with the process, but we have much of the process in place now and can provide this type of service. Kaufman stated she would like to see some definite controls in place, but we would need to decide if there would be no exceptions or what the exceptions would be and in what conditions. Goldstein stated the problem with exceptions is how to enforce them. He added we would not want the burden of annual inspections, but agreed that the current limit of two dogs is too low. Perrin suggested there could be a requirement they could not have more than the limit if they had more than a certain number of violations within a year. Dore asked what we do now for violations. Goldstein noted we have a process involving warnings and citations. 4 'J_3a ask them to pay special care in their own neighborhood. Gerdes closed discussion on the subject and asked for general consensus to move the issue forward with the ideas suggested and bring back with a proposed campaign in February. All agreed. The next item on the agenda was discussion of the City's animal ordinance. Freese stated his first question is what are the enforcement issues with this. Gerdes noted the review of the ordinance items came from requests from several areas including City Council, Planning Commission, citizens, and staff. Johnson and Spigner stated we should check the Council minutes to determine exactly what the Council directive on this issue was. Spigner stated part of her concern is currently we have a limit of two dogs, but there is no limit on cats. She believes the limit should be three dogs and three cats and that we need to deal with all issues at the same time and not separate them. Goldstein agreed that issues should all be dealt with at once. He added that we need to continue working on the issue and stay with the timetable set as we have several people waiting for answers on this issue. Honke asked what the problem with the number of animals is and why we would want to regulate it at all. Freese noted there is a large health issue with large numbers of animals and there needs to be some regulation. Spigner added there are also health and nuisance problems with cats running loose through the City. Perrin added there is a large health issue with cat fecal matter, especially in pregnant women. Gerdes stated in relation to the regulation of the number of animals, it can become a nuisance issue with barking and damage to property with large number of animals also. He stated the issue is finding the right limit. Johnson stated one of the alternatives we have discussed is allowing an option for additional animals with a process something like a conditional use permit. Kaufman asked if this group suggests something like a review process would the City be able to maintain the program. Gerdes noted that we list all calls in our computer and checking on the history could easily be done now. He noted the process could lead to a budgetary request for additional CSO assistance to keep up with the process, but we have much of the process in place now and can provide this type of service. Kaufman stated she would like to see some definite controls in place, but we would need to decide if there would be no exceptions or what the exceptions would be and in what conditions. Goldstein stated the problem with exceptions is how to enforce them. He added we would not want the burden of annual inspections, but agreed that the current limit of two dogs is too low. Perrin suggested there could be a requirement they could not have more than the limit if they had more than a certain number of violations within a year. Dore asked what we do now for violations. Goldstein noted we have a process involving warnings and citations. 4 T -'3a Gerdes added that we have an extensive program currently in place regarding dog bite situations and that is working good and we would not like to see any changes to that process. He also stated that we would like the changes to include reducing the cost of the licenses and working with veterinarians to provide cost effective vaccination clinics. Kaufmann suggested the number of animals allowed could be tied to the amount of land the owner has as it made sense someone with five acres could have more than three dogs. Perrin and Johnson both stated they agreed that made some sense. Gerdes stated we need to establish a number and no exceptions would be the easiest to enforce; however we could have some type of process which would allow exceptions. We need to look at whether that is reasonable. Albro noted he likes the current number of two dogs as the City has a historical basis for that number. He does think cats should be in the same category and shared an animal ordinance he obtained over the internet from a city in California. Honke suggested we limit the number of pets; for example instead of 2 dogs and 2 cats allowing 4 animals. He stated he could see individuals saying they are allowed 2 dogs and 2 cats, but they want 3 dogs instead. Johnson stated he believes cats and dogs are different and should be separate. Freese agreed. There was a discussion regarding problems with cat licensing in that often owners believe their cats cannot wear collars. Gerdes noted there is an electronic option now in the "chips" which can be implanted and then used to identify owners of pets. Kaufman asked if we could also arrange for a company to come and be available to chip animals at a special cost similar to the vaccination clinic. Goldstein asked if there is anyone who wants to separate issues regarding this ordinance or if everyone feels we should do them all together. Gerdes moved that we proceed with all animal issues at once. Motion seconded by Perrin. Spigner, Albro, Honke, Kaufman, Perrin, Johnson, Gerdes, Goldstein, and Dore voted in favor. Freese voted against. Motion carried. Gerdes stated looking at our timetable this issue also calls for public meetings in January. He noted we need some framework for how to conduct these meetings. He stated we could give a draft proposal, but this usually shuts down discussions and causes anger. Honke stated the timeline states Ward meetings, do these need to be by Ward? Johnson stated at the time we had the discussion we were looking at doing Ward meetings anyway and were going to have this as one item for discussion at these, but they do not need to be by Ward for any reason. Gerdes stated he would suggest we look at one or two meetings, possibly one day and one night meeting. Albro stated he would like to see a matrix of what other cities have, including leash laws, penalties, and number restrictions before these meetings. Gerdes stated we would provide this information to the group. �I T -'3a Gerdes added that we have an extensive program currently in place regarding dog bite situations and that is working good and we would not like to see any changes to that process. He also stated that we would like the changes to include reducing the cost of the licenses and working with veterinarians to provide cost effective vaccination clinics. Kaufmann suggested the number of animals allowed could be tied to the amount of land the owner has as it made sense someone with five acres could have more than three dogs. Perrin and Johnson both stated they agreed that made some sense. Gerdes stated we need to establish a number and no exceptions would be the easiest to enforce; however we could have some type of process which would allow exceptions. We need to look at whether that is reasonable. Albro noted he likes the current number of two dogs as the City has a historical basis for that number. He does think cats should be in the same category and shared an animal ordinance he obtained over the internet from a city in California. Honke suggested we limit the number of pets; for example instead of 2 dogs and 2 cats allowing 4 animals. He stated he could see individuals saying they are allowed 2 dogs and 2 cats, but they want 3 dogs instead. Johnson stated he believes cats and dogs are different and should be separate. Freese agreed. There was a discussion regarding problems with cat licensing in that often owners believe their cats cannot wear collars. Gerdes noted there is an electronic option now in the "chips" which can be implanted and then used to identify owners of pets. Kaufman asked if we could also arrange for a company to come and be available to chip animals at a special cost similar to the vaccination clinic. Goldstein asked if there is anyone who wants to separate issues regarding this ordinance or if everyone feels we should do them all together. Gerdes moved that we proceed with all animal issues at once. Motion seconded by Perrin. Spigner, Albro, Honke, Kaufman, Perrin, Johnson, Gerdes, Goldstein, and Dore voted in favor. Freese voted against. Motion carried. Gerdes stated looking at our timetable this issue also calls for public meetings in January. He noted we need some framework for how to conduct these meetings. He stated we could give a draft proposal, but this usually shuts down discussions and causes anger. Honke stated the timeline states Ward meetings, do these need to be by Ward? Johnson stated at the time we had the discussion we were looking at doing Ward meetings anyway and were going to have this as one item for discussion at these, but they do not need to be by Ward for any reason. Gerdes stated he would suggest we look at one or two meetings, possibly one day and one night meeting. Albro stated he would like to see a matrix of what other cities have, including leash laws, penalties, and number restrictions before these meetings. Gerdes stated we would provide this information to the group. �I _.- 3 a Albro added with regard to the public meetings, he agreed that if you come with partially completed documents people are angry and discussions do not go well. He suggested we compile some type of questionnaire or survey for them to return. Johnson stated we did a citizen survey in 1996 that included some animal issues and this group should also receive that information. Gerdes stated we will put that information together with the matrix to get out to the Advisory Board members. Albro stated he is still unsure what the issues are. Perrin noted there is an issues sheet which lists them all. Honke stated he likes the questionnaire option and would like to proceed along those lines. Gerdes agreed the questionnaire sounds like a good idea. He stated we will provide the matrix and draft questionnaire for the group's review and we can finalize it at our next meeting. We can then stay with the timeline and put the questionnaire in the January newsletter that gets delivered to all homes. He noted there are other animal issues and/or concerns that could come up, including wild animal issues such as deer and geese. Cox noted we did a recent questionnaire in the deer hunt zone and got good response by allowing people to respond by mail, by phone (voicemail box), by fax, or over the internet (e-mail). Spigner clarified that our goal is then to have our survey in the January newsletter. Gerdes stated this then completed the issues we have on the agenda. As he does with his staff, he would like to go around the table and see if anyone has any issues for discussion or questions. Goldstein stated he had nothing. Freese stated he read in the Lakeshore Weekly News the City has contracted with the State for labor from the workhouse for in our parks and the ice center. He stated he is very concerned with this. Spigner clarified that the labor force is not form the workhouse, but is from Lino Lakes. She added the program has been working for 18 months with no incidents. She noted these are individuals who are minimum security risks and no threat to the public. Gerdes added that this issue is a City Council issue and has not been assigned to this group. By our mission statement, it is not ours to deal with as it is being handled directly by the Council. Spigner stated she would like to take this opportunity to state she has received a lot of positive feedback regarding Sgt. Goldstein and would like to take this opportunity to say that he is doing a great job and she has heard from citizens and co-workers alike a lot of information putting him in a very positive light. Johnson noted that this group has dealt with issues regarding recruitment for the Fire Department in the past and will again in the future, so he wanted to mention the Fire Department is getting involved with the Twin West Chamber to assist with recruiting daytime response firefighters out of the business community. Perrin asked what kind of training requirements there were for firefighters and Dore explained the basic training requirements. C1 _.- 3 a Albro added with regard to the public meetings, he agreed that if you come with partially completed documents people are angry and discussions do not go well. He suggested we compile some type of questionnaire or survey for them to return. Johnson stated we did a citizen survey in 1996 that included some animal issues and this group should also receive that information. Gerdes stated we will put that information together with the matrix to get out to the Advisory Board members. Albro stated he is still unsure what the issues are. Perrin noted there is an issues sheet which lists them all. Honke stated he likes the questionnaire option and would like to proceed along those lines. Gerdes agreed the questionnaire sounds like a good idea. He stated we will provide the matrix and draft questionnaire for the group's review and we can finalize it at our next meeting. We can then stay with the timeline and put the questionnaire in the January newsletter that gets delivered to all homes. He noted there are other animal issues and/or concerns that could come up, including wild animal issues such as deer and geese. Cox noted we did a recent questionnaire in the deer hunt zone and got good response by allowing people to respond by mail, by phone (voicemail box), by fax, or over the internet (e-mail). Spigner clarified that our goal is then to have our survey in the January newsletter. Gerdes stated this then completed the issues we have on the agenda. As he does with his staff, he would like to go around the table and see if anyone has any issues for discussion or questions. Goldstein stated he had nothing. Freese stated he read in the Lakeshore Weekly News the City has contracted with the State for labor from the workhouse for in our parks and the ice center. He stated he is very concerned with this. Spigner clarified that the labor force is not form the workhouse, but is from Lino Lakes. She added the program has been working for 18 months with no incidents. She noted these are individuals who are minimum security risks and no threat to the public. Gerdes added that this issue is a City Council issue and has not been assigned to this group. By our mission statement, it is not ours to deal with as it is being handled directly by the Council. Spigner stated she would like to take this opportunity to state she has received a lot of positive feedback regarding Sgt. Goldstein and would like to take this opportunity to say that he is doing a great job and she has heard from citizens and co-workers alike a lot of information putting him in a very positive light. Johnson noted that this group has dealt with issues regarding recruitment for the Fire Department in the past and will again in the future, so he wanted to mention the Fire Department is getting involved with the Twin West Chamber to assist with recruiting daytime response firefighters out of the business community. Perrin asked what kind of training requirements there were for firefighters and Dore explained the basic training requirements. C1 J"3@ Albro stated he had no issues or comments. Honke stated in reviewing our mission statement he noted one of the educational components is carbon monoxide safety and wondered with the winter coming on, if we are doing anything in particular. Gerdes stated we had done a major campaign last year regarding smoke detectors and included carbon monoxide and greatly reduced the number of false alarm calls we had received. Kaufman noted on the issue of enhancing fire staffing, she had seen a fire truck responding to a call that took a wrong turn. She stated she believes it is very important that they are familiar with the area and this would help response. Goldstein noted that the fire department's response time over the years has been improving. He stated the police department has an easier time because they are out there all the time driving through the area, but a big part of the problem in Plymouth is all the cul-de-sacs. Dore added there could have been a couple of things that caused her to see the wrong turn. He stated they may have been responding to a call of smoke without an exact address. He added that we have three fire stations within Plymouth and the firefighters assigned to each station usually know their area very well, but if a truck from another station rolls to assist for any reason they could make a wrong turn as they are not often in the other areas. Perrin added she had been told once to have a sheet laminated and keep by the phone with directions to your own home on it in case you have visitors or a babysitter who needs to call 9-1-1 and can help with directions. Dore noted that our 9-1-1 dispatchers do have information in their computer and can tell what the cross street is. He stated the sheet is a good idea for medical services and there was discussion on including this idea with National Night Out. Spigner moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Feese. Approved unanimously. Next meeting Thursday, December 18, 7:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Training Room. 7 J"3@ Albro stated he had no issues or comments. Honke stated in reviewing our mission statement he noted one of the educational components is carbon monoxide safety and wondered with the winter coming on, if we are doing anything in particular. Gerdes stated we had done a major campaign last year regarding smoke detectors and included carbon monoxide and greatly reduced the number of false alarm calls we had received. Kaufman noted on the issue of enhancing fire staffing, she had seen a fire truck responding to a call that took a wrong turn. She stated she believes it is very important that they are familiar with the area and this would help response. Goldstein noted that the fire department's response time over the years has been improving. He stated the police department has an easier time because they are out there all the time driving through the area, but a big part of the problem in Plymouth is all the cul-de-sacs. Dore added there could have been a couple of things that caused her to see the wrong turn. He stated they may have been responding to a call of smoke without an exact address. He added that we have three fire stations within Plymouth and the firefighters assigned to each station usually know their area very well, but if a truck from another station rolls to assist for any reason they could make a wrong turn as they are not often in the other areas. Perrin added she had been told once to have a sheet laminated and keep by the phone with directions to your own home on it in case you have visitors or a babysitter who needs to call 9-1-1 and can help with directions. Dore noted that our 9-1-1 dispatchers do have information in their computer and can tell what the cross street is. He stated the sheet is a good idea for medical services and there was discussion on including this idea with National Night Out. Spigner moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Feese. Approved unanimously. Next meeting Thursday, December 18, 7:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Training Room. 7 STEERING COMMITTEE FOR THE CITIES OF THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Thursday, November 20, 1997 DRAFT MEETING NOTES Attendees: Steering Committee Members: Phil Zietlow, Councilmember, Medina Terry Schwalbe, Project Coordinator, Wayzata Ed Shukle, City Manager, Mound Mike Eastling, Public Works Director, Richfield Others: Bill Goff, City of Victoria Absent: Steering Committee Members: Howard Bennis, Mayor, Deephaven Fred Richards, Edina 1. Notes from the October 23, 1997 meeting were accepted without revision. 2. Bill Goff, City Planner for the City of Victoria, reported that Victoria is nominating Jerome Keehr and possibly others from Victoria. Mike Eastling reported that Richfield is nominating Ron Baumbach. Howard Bennis phoned while the meeting was in progress to report that Deephaven is nominating Warren McNeil. Other candidates are being considered in other cities. The Steering Committee will be serving as a clearing house for candidates. Any City or candidate can request that the Steering Committee endorse a candidate. Candidates which are endorsed by the Steering Committee will have their names forwarded to the cities of the District for endorsement consideration. 4. The next Steering Committee meeting will be held Thursday, December 11; 1997 at the Minnetonka City Hall. Prepared by: Michael J. Eastling, Richfield Public Works Director Page 1 of 1 STEERING COMMITTEE FOR THE CITIES OF THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Thursday, November 20, 1997 DRAFT MEETING NOTES Attendees: Steering Committee Members: Phil Zietlow, Councilmember, Medina Terry Schwalbe, Project Coordinator, Wayzata Ed Shukle, City Manager, Mound Mike Eastling, Public Works Director, Richfield Others: Bill Goff, City of Victoria Absent: Steering Committee Members: Howard Bennis, Mayor, Deephaven Fred Richards, Edina 1. Notes from the October 23, 1997 meeting were accepted without revision. 2. Bill Goff, City Planner for the City of Victoria, reported that Victoria is nominating Jerome Keehr and possibly others from Victoria. Mike Eastling reported that Richfield is nominating Ron Baumbach. Howard Bennis phoned while the meeting was in progress to report that Deephaven is nominating Warren McNeil. Other candidates are being considered in other cities. The Steering Committee will be serving as a clearing house for candidates. Any City or candidate can request that the Steering Committee endorse a candidate. Candidates which are endorsed by the Steering Committee will have their names forwarded to the cities of the District for endorsement consideration. 4. The next Steering Committee meeting will be held Thursday, December 11; 1997 at the Minnetonka City Hall. Prepared by: Michael J. Eastling, Richfield Public Works Director Page 1 of 1 Minutes of the City Officials and District 281 Social Studies Teachers December 3, 1997 The purpose of this meeting was to have the District 281 teachers share information about the curriculum content related to local government. Following that discussion city officials and teachers "brainstormed" ideas for actions and collaborations that would be helpful in teaching students about local government. Following are the ideas which the group agreed to pursue: 1. Each City will determine one person to be the primary contact for teachers to use to seek information and/or City personnel for use in the classroom. The Cities will report who that person is at the next Superintendents Government Advisory Committee in January, 1998 and send it to Gail Leipold who will distribute it to teachers. 2. Several persons committed to develop a video on local government to be used in the schools. They are Jerry Dulgar, Crystal City Manager, Judy Johnson, Plymouth Council Member, and Gail Leipold, District 281 Social Studies Curriculum Associate, and Paula Caron, Plymouth Middle School Teacher. 3. Cities would continue to respond to teacher requests for staff and/or elected officials to talk to students in the school setting. There was time at the meeting to establish several personal contact between teachers and City officials. 4. Develop a list of services or activity opportunities by cities for student volunteers. Some of the other ideas talked about were: • Student/Local Government Fair. • E-mail connections. • City officials visit classes to observe what is going on. • City web pages. • Field trips to city offices etc., (transportation cost is a factor). • An intern or shadowing program for students and/or teachers to work with a local staff or elected official. Attached is an agenda and a list of persons attending the meeting. Minutes of the City Officials and District 281 Social Studies Teachers December 3, 1997 The purpose of this meeting was to have the District 281 teachers share information about the curriculum content related to local government. Following that discussion city officials and teachers "brainstormed" ideas for actions and collaborations that would be helpful in teaching students about local government. Following are the ideas which the group agreed to pursue: 1. Each City will determine one person to be the primary contact for teachers to use to seek information and/or City personnel for use in the classroom. The Cities will report who that person is at the next Superintendents Government Advisory Committee in January, 1998 and send it to Gail Leipold who will distribute it to teachers. 2. Several persons committed to develop a video on local government to be used in the schools. They are Jerry Dulgar, Crystal City Manager, Judy Johnson, Plymouth Council Member, and Gail Leipold, District 281 Social Studies Curriculum Associate, and Paula Caron, Plymouth Middle School Teacher. 3. Cities would continue to respond to teacher requests for staff and/or elected officials to talk to students in the school setting. There was time at the meeting to establish several personal contact between teachers and City officials. 4. Develop a list of services or activity opportunities by cities for student volunteers. Some of the other ideas talked about were: • Student/Local Government Fair. • E-mail connections. • City officials visit classes to observe what is going on. • City web pages. • Field trips to city offices etc., (transportation cost is a factor). • An intern or shadowing program for students and/or teachers to work with a local staff or elected official. Attached is an agenda and a list of persons attending the meeting. �., -3 � ROD DIK15D4LE area schools INVOLVING STUDENTS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT A DL4GLOGUE BETWEENLOCAL CITY OFFICL4LSAND S0CL4L STUDIES TEACHERS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3,1997 1:00-3:00 GOLDEN VALLEY CITY HALL AGENDA 1. Welcome — Mary Anderson, mayor Golden Valley 2. Introductions/Background — Gail Leipold, curriculum associate 3. School board link with League of Minnesota Cities - Bev O'Connor, school board 4. Current local government curriculum — Robbinsdale teachers • Elementary • Middle school • High school S. Local government suggestions and possibilities — city officials 6. Making connections/meeting needs Education Service Center • 4148 Winnetka Ave. N. 9 New Hope MN 55427-1288 • (612) 504-8000 0 Fax: (612) 504-8973 �., -3 � ROD DIK15D4LE area schools INVOLVING STUDENTS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT A DL4GLOGUE BETWEENLOCAL CITY OFFICL4LSAND S0CL4L STUDIES TEACHERS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3,1997 1:00-3:00 GOLDEN VALLEY CITY HALL AGENDA 1. Welcome — Mary Anderson, mayor Golden Valley 2. Introductions/Background — Gail Leipold, curriculum associate 3. School board link with League of Minnesota Cities - Bev O'Connor, school board 4. Current local government curriculum — Robbinsdale teachers • Elementary • Middle school • High school S. Local government suggestions and possibilities — city officials 6. Making connections/meeting needs Education Service Center • 4148 Winnetka Ave. N. 9 New Hope MN 55427-1288 • (612) 504-8000 0 Fax: (612) 504-8973 NAME SCHOOUCITY Jerry Dulgar City of Crystal Mary Anderson City of Golden Valley - Mayor Shari French City of New Hope Kathy Lueckert City of Plymouth Judy Johnson City of Plymouth - Council Member Dennis Kraft City of Robbinsdale Andy Hoffe Cooper Senior Bev O'Connor District - Board Member Gail Leipold District - Staff Jenna Kubitshek-O'Brien Forest Lanny Orning Highview Alternative Program Terry Loushin Hosterman Middle Cheryl Tozer Lakeview Mark Quinn Language Immersion Ann Higgins League of Minnesota Cities Peter Eckhoff Meadow Lake Erik Thomly Neill Judy Helstrom New Hope Heidi Behnker Noble Bev DeValk Pilgrim Lane Paula Caron Plymouth Middle Amy Derwinski Sandburg Middle Sally Sarff Sonnesyn Deborah Quast Sunny Hollow Chris Ebner Technical Learning Center Beth Huntley Zachary Lane NAME SCHOOUCITY Jerry Dulgar City of Crystal Mary Anderson City of Golden Valley - Mayor Shari French City of New Hope Kathy Lueckert City of Plymouth Judy Johnson City of Plymouth - Council Member Dennis Kraft City of Robbinsdale Andy Hoffe Cooper Senior Bev O'Connor District - Board Member Gail Leipold District - Staff Jenna Kubitshek-O'Brien Forest Lanny Orning Highview Alternative Program Terry Loushin Hosterman Middle Cheryl Tozer Lakeview Mark Quinn Language Immersion Ann Higgins League of Minnesota Cities Peter Eckhoff Meadow Lake Erik Thomly Neill Judy Helstrom New Hope Heidi Behnker Noble Bev DeValk Pilgrim Lane Paula Caron Plymouth Middle Amy Derwinski Sandburg Middle Sally Sarff Sonnesyn Deborah Quast Sunny Hollow Chris Ebner Technical Learning Center Beth Huntley Zachary Lane CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 9, 1997 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe, Kim Koehnen, Bob Stein, Jeff Thompson and Roger Berkowitz MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners John Stoebner and Roger Berkowitz STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barb Senness, Planner Kendra Lindahl, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical Supervisor Denise Hutt 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. PUBLIC FORUM: 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommending approval of the November 25, 1997 Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 5 ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: No Items. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. RYAN COMPANIES (97172) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Ryan Companies for a Site Plan and Variance to construct a new 30,000 square foot office building for Employers Association, Inc. located on 451h Avenue, east of Nathan Lane. Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the December 4, 1997 staff report. Commissioner Koehnen questioned if the comments made by the DNR in their letter dated December 5, 1997 were taken into account since the staff report is dated December 4, 1997. Planner Lindahl responded affirmatively and explained that she spoke verbally CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 9, 1997 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe, Kim Koehnen, Bob Stein, Jeff Thompson and Roger Berkowitz MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners John Stoebner and Roger Berkowitz STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barb Senness, Planner Kendra Lindahl, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical Supervisor Denise Hutt 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. PUBLIC FORUM: 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stein recommending approval of the November 25, 1997 Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 5 ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: No Items. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. RYAN COMPANIES (97172) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Ryan Companies for a Site Plan and Variance to construct a new 30,000 square foot office building for Employers Association, Inc. located on 451h Avenue, east of Nathan Lane. Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the December 4, 1997 staff report. Commissioner Koehnen questioned if the comments made by the DNR in their letter dated December 5, 1997 were taken into account since the staff report is dated December 4, 1997. Planner Lindahl responded affirmatively and explained that she spoke verbally Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #262 with the DNR to discuss issues and had all their information and concerns prior to preparing the staff report. Commissioner Stein asked what the percentage of impervious surface structural coverage could be if it wasn't located in a shoreland district. Director Hurlburt replied that there is no percentage. Chairman Stulberg introduced Kent Carlson, the petitioner. Mr. Carlson thanked staff for their help and concurred with the staff report. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a Site Plan and Variance for Ryan Companies U.S. Inc. for Employers Association, Inc. located on 45`h Avenue, east of Nathan Lane. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Chairman Stulberg questioned if it would make sense for the City to remove Lost Creek from the shoreland ordinance since it is not a true stream. Planner Lindahl responded that staff is currently reviewing that option, but did not know if it would get DNR support. The City requested that Lost Creek be removed from the shoreland district when the shoreland ordinance was originally approved, but it did not get DNR support at that time. Chairman Stulberg stated that if we can't control it since it is in a pipe, it shouldn't be in the Ordinance and questioned how we remove it from the ordinance. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that based on conversations, there may be a change in the DNR's position, but we wouldn't want to go through the process if we can't get the support. Director Hurlburt stated that we could initiate the change as a zoning ordinance amendment. Commissioner Thompson agreed with Chairman Stulberg. Director Hurlburt stated that maybe the next time we take on the shoreland district, we may want to address this issue. B. HANS HAGEN HOMES, INC. (97173) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment to increase the size of the berm on the south side of the commercial PUD known as Plymouth Station. The portion of the berm proposed to change lies between the west side of the site entrance at Dunkirk Lane and the alignment of Garland Lane. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the December 4, 1997 staff report. Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #262 with the DNR to discuss issues and had all their information and concerns prior to preparing the staff report. Commissioner Stein asked what the percentage of impervious surface structural coverage could be if it wasn't located in a shoreland district. Director Hurlburt replied that there is no percentage. Chairman Stulberg introduced Kent Carlson, the petitioner. Mr. Carlson thanked staff for their help and concurred with the staff report. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a Site Plan and Variance for Ryan Companies U.S. Inc. for Employers Association, Inc. located on 45`h Avenue, east of Nathan Lane. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Chairman Stulberg questioned if it would make sense for the City to remove Lost Creek from the shoreland ordinance since it is not a true stream. Planner Lindahl responded that staff is currently reviewing that option, but did not know if it would get DNR support. The City requested that Lost Creek be removed from the shoreland district when the shoreland ordinance was originally approved, but it did not get DNR support at that time. Chairman Stulberg stated that if we can't control it since it is in a pipe, it shouldn't be in the Ordinance and questioned how we remove it from the ordinance. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that based on conversations, there may be a change in the DNR's position, but we wouldn't want to go through the process if we can't get the support. Director Hurlburt stated that we could initiate the change as a zoning ordinance amendment. Commissioner Thompson agreed with Chairman Stulberg. Director Hurlburt stated that maybe the next time we take on the shoreland district, we may want to address this issue. B. HANS HAGEN HOMES, INC. (97173) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment to increase the size of the berm on the south side of the commercial PUD known as Plymouth Station. The portion of the berm proposed to change lies between the west side of the site entrance at Dunkirk Lane and the alignment of Garland Lane. Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the December 4, 1997 staff report. Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #263 Commissioner Ribbe asked who is responsible for the maintenance. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the applicant is and then later an association would be set up for the commercial center who would then take over responsibility of the maintenance. Commissioner Thompson asked if a letter of credit would address staff's concern. Planning Supervisor Senness responded that it could, but it may also end up that the City could become responsible. Director Hurlburt explained that a letter of credit is an administrative burden which only requires that the landscaping survive one winter. She pointed out that maintaining the landscaping in accordance with the ordinance versus aesthetic appearance are two different things. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the City doesn't have a lot of power if the developer does not maintain the landscaping. Commissioner Koehnen questioned if the ordinance addresses a maximum berm allowed, as it only refers to a minimum berm. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the ordinance addresses up to ten feet for screening. Chairman Stulberg introduced Hans Hagen, the petitioner. Mr. Hagen stated that the citizens requested the height of the berm and in an attempt to be a good neighbor, they are complying with their request. Mr. Hagen commented that the berm is not a financial issue, as it would allow them to maintain the excess material on site rather than incurring the cost of hauling it off site. Mr. Hagen objected to Condition #2 of the approving resolution. He commented that it would be too difficult to determine what the amount of the letter of credit should be. He said an owner could refuse to maintain it, and the City would cash it in and use the funds to clean it up, but it would only address one year of maintenance. Mr. Hagen stated that the standard of the weed ordinance becomes an issue of interpretation. Commissioner Ribbe asked Mr. Hagen if they are willing to do the berm, aside from the objection of #2. Mr. Hagen replied affirmatively, and stated that he would be willing to redesign the landscaping on the berm if it is a concern that the proposed berm is high maintenance. Commissioner Ribbe commented that the highway department maintains many steep berms. Mr. Hagen said that the landscaping plan should be changed instead of requiring a letter of credit. Commissioner Ribbe asked the applicant if the berm would be a detriment with respect to the day care. Mr. Hagen replied that it may only be a marketability issue pertaining to sight view, but there is plenty of room for the playground. Commissioner Stein asked if anything was approved for the south side of Medina Road. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that a berm, construction of a fence and landscaping were approved. She explained that the applicant is to construct a fence on the south side of Medine Road and maintain the fence for a period of four years, at which time the developer shall contract with a third party to estimate the annual maintenance costs for Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #263 Commissioner Ribbe asked who is responsible for the maintenance. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the applicant is and then later an association would be set up for the commercial center who would then take over responsibility of the maintenance. Commissioner Thompson asked if a letter of credit would address staff's concern. Planning Supervisor Senness responded that it could, but it may also end up that the City could become responsible. Director Hurlburt explained that a letter of credit is an administrative burden which only requires that the landscaping survive one winter. She pointed out that maintaining the landscaping in accordance with the ordinance versus aesthetic appearance are two different things. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the City doesn't have a lot of power if the developer does not maintain the landscaping. Commissioner Koehnen questioned if the ordinance addresses a maximum berm allowed, as it only refers to a minimum berm. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the ordinance addresses up to ten feet for screening. Chairman Stulberg introduced Hans Hagen, the petitioner. Mr. Hagen stated that the citizens requested the height of the berm and in an attempt to be a good neighbor, they are complying with their request. Mr. Hagen commented that the berm is not a financial issue, as it would allow them to maintain the excess material on site rather than incurring the cost of hauling it off site. Mr. Hagen objected to Condition #2 of the approving resolution. He commented that it would be too difficult to determine what the amount of the letter of credit should be. He said an owner could refuse to maintain it, and the City would cash it in and use the funds to clean it up, but it would only address one year of maintenance. Mr. Hagen stated that the standard of the weed ordinance becomes an issue of interpretation. Commissioner Ribbe asked Mr. Hagen if they are willing to do the berm, aside from the objection of #2. Mr. Hagen replied affirmatively, and stated that he would be willing to redesign the landscaping on the berm if it is a concern that the proposed berm is high maintenance. Commissioner Ribbe commented that the highway department maintains many steep berms. Mr. Hagen said that the landscaping plan should be changed instead of requiring a letter of credit. Commissioner Ribbe asked the applicant if the berm would be a detriment with respect to the day care. Mr. Hagen replied that it may only be a marketability issue pertaining to sight view, but there is plenty of room for the playground. Commissioner Stein asked if anything was approved for the south side of Medina Road. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that a berm, construction of a fence and landscaping were approved. She explained that the applicant is to construct a fence on the south side of Medine Road and maintain the fence for a period of four years, at which time the developer shall contract with a third party to estimate the annual maintenance costs for Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #264 the fence and make a cash payment based on that estimate to the homeowners association for the present value of the maintenance costs over a period of 30 years. Mr. Hagen commented that the tape of the City Council would indicate 20 years, but the resolution shows 30 years. Director Hurlburt read several excerpts from the ordinance pertaining to general landscaping and maintenance, sodding and ground cover, and berming. She stated that the proposed landscaping is very different from the character of a residential neighborhood. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Tom Krueger of 3310 Garland Lane. Mr. Krueger stated the berm would screen the back yards to the commercial property across the street. He said that he spoke with all the neighbors on Dunkirk, Everest Court and Garland Lane, and they all agreed to the higher berm as it would aid them to maintain their quality of life. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a PUD General Plan Amendment for Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. to increase the height of the berm at Plymouth Station located southeast of the intersection of Highway 55 and Country Road 24. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen to add the following wording to Condition #2 "...berm, or submit a new landscape plan agreeable to the city forester". Commissioner Stein said that the application should be tabled if the landscape plan is going to be revised, to allow the Commission to look at it again. Commissioner Thompson stated that he is comfortable leaving the approval up to the city forester. Chairman Stulberg commented that he did not think this is a precedent issue, as the Commission has allowed landscaping to go above and beyond what the ordinance dictates. He said that what bothers him is the berm is in excess of a 3:1 slope. Chairman Stulberg commented that he doesn't mind a big berm that is sodded and turn it over to the homeowners association. He said that if it isn't turned over to the homeowners association, you have to tie it to something to make sure it is maintained. Commissioner Koehnen questioned the city forester approving the landscaping plan. Director Hurlburt stated that staff relies on the landscape architect in instances such as this, and the city forester mainly for questions regarding trees. She said that staff could certainly look at another landscape plan. Commissioner Koehnen stated that she was not ready to vote since staff would have to see another landscape plan. Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #264 the fence and make a cash payment based on that estimate to the homeowners association for the present value of the maintenance costs over a period of 30 years. Mr. Hagen commented that the tape of the City Council would indicate 20 years, but the resolution shows 30 years. Director Hurlburt read several excerpts from the ordinance pertaining to general landscaping and maintenance, sodding and ground cover, and berming. She stated that the proposed landscaping is very different from the character of a residential neighborhood. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Tom Krueger of 3310 Garland Lane. Mr. Krueger stated the berm would screen the back yards to the commercial property across the street. He said that he spoke with all the neighbors on Dunkirk, Everest Court and Garland Lane, and they all agreed to the higher berm as it would aid them to maintain their quality of life. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson recommending approval of a PUD General Plan Amendment for Hans Hagen Homes, Inc. to increase the height of the berm at Plymouth Station located southeast of the intersection of Highway 55 and Country Road 24. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Koehnen to add the following wording to Condition #2 "...berm, or submit a new landscape plan agreeable to the city forester". Commissioner Stein said that the application should be tabled if the landscape plan is going to be revised, to allow the Commission to look at it again. Commissioner Thompson stated that he is comfortable leaving the approval up to the city forester. Chairman Stulberg commented that he did not think this is a precedent issue, as the Commission has allowed landscaping to go above and beyond what the ordinance dictates. He said that what bothers him is the berm is in excess of a 3:1 slope. Chairman Stulberg commented that he doesn't mind a big berm that is sodded and turn it over to the homeowners association. He said that if it isn't turned over to the homeowners association, you have to tie it to something to make sure it is maintained. Commissioner Koehnen questioned the city forester approving the landscaping plan. Director Hurlburt stated that staff relies on the landscape architect in instances such as this, and the city forester mainly for questions regarding trees. She said that staff could certainly look at another landscape plan. Commissioner Koehnen stated that she was not ready to vote since staff would have to see another landscape plan. Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #265 j,-38 Commissioner Stulberg stated that basically is comes down to whether it should be a commercial type separation or residential, which is sodded, treed and mowed. Commissioner Stein commented that he wasn't so hung up on whether it be sod or sumac, but that the city forester is not a landscape architect. Commissioner Thompson stated that he didn't think sod is necessary under the ordinance, and that the neighbors wants something different. Commissioner Thompson said he would be happy to amend the motion to say landscape architect instead of the city forester. He stated that the landowner should have the option to use the property and build, and 100 percent of the neighbors agree. The developer should be able to do what he wants, whether it be a letter of credit or a revised landscape plan. Director Hurlburt stated the motion could indicate staff approval versus specifying the city forester. Commissioners Thompson and Koehnen concurred. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 2 Ayes. MOTION denied on a 2-3 Vote. (Commissioners Kohenen, Stein and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay.) MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to amend Condition #2 to read "Prior to issuance of building permits for Plymouth Station, the developer shall with the consultation and agreement of city staff develop a landscape plan and a plan to maintain the perennial landscaping." Discussion centered around the reasgning for staff requiring Condition #2 in the first place. Director Hurlburt explained the procedures involved if someone is in violation of the zoning ordinance. She stated the advantages of requiring a letter of credit. Commissioner Thompson disagreed with staff's interpretation and stated that the City would have legal recourse which would be sufficient to resolve any potential problems. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 3 Ayes. MOTION approved on a 3-2 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen and Stein voted Nay.) Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 3 Ayes. MOTION approved on a 3-2 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen and Stein voted Nay.) Chairman Stulberg commented that he had no problem with a berm, bus was concerned with ensuring the maintenance of the berm and how to achieve compliance so that the issue doesn't come back to the City. Commissioner Koehnen noted that she may not make the January 6" meeting. Commissioner Ribbe commented that he would not be at the January 6"' meeting. Commissioner Thompson said he was unsure about the January 6`h meeting. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to adjourn. Vote. 5 Ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 p.m. Planning Commission Minutes December 9, 1997 Page #265 j,-38 Commissioner Stulberg stated that basically is comes down to whether it should be a commercial type separation or residential, which is sodded, treed and mowed. Commissioner Stein commented that he wasn't so hung up on whether it be sod or sumac, but that the city forester is not a landscape architect. Commissioner Thompson stated that he didn't think sod is necessary under the ordinance, and that the neighbors wants something different. Commissioner Thompson said he would be happy to amend the motion to say landscape architect instead of the city forester. He stated that the landowner should have the option to use the property and build, and 100 percent of the neighbors agree. The developer should be able to do what he wants, whether it be a letter of credit or a revised landscape plan. Director Hurlburt stated the motion could indicate staff approval versus specifying the city forester. Commissioners Thompson and Koehnen concurred. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 2 Ayes. MOTION denied on a 2-3 Vote. (Commissioners Kohenen, Stein and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay.) MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to amend Condition #2 to read "Prior to issuance of building permits for Plymouth Station, the developer shall with the consultation and agreement of city staff develop a landscape plan and a plan to maintain the perennial landscaping." Discussion centered around the reasgning for staff requiring Condition #2 in the first place. Director Hurlburt explained the procedures involved if someone is in violation of the zoning ordinance. She stated the advantages of requiring a letter of credit. Commissioner Thompson disagreed with staff's interpretation and stated that the City would have legal recourse which would be sufficient to resolve any potential problems. Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 3 Ayes. MOTION approved on a 3-2 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen and Stein voted Nay.) Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 3 Ayes. MOTION approved on a 3-2 Vote. (Commissioners Koehnen and Stein voted Nay.) Chairman Stulberg commented that he had no problem with a berm, bus was concerned with ensuring the maintenance of the berm and how to achieve compliance so that the issue doesn't come back to the City. Commissioner Koehnen noted that she may not make the January 6" meeting. Commissioner Ribbe commented that he would not be at the January 6"' meeting. Commissioner Thompson said he was unsure about the January 6`h meeting. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to adjourn. Vote. 5 Ayes. 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December 8, Michael Stulberg Chair City of Plymouth, Planning Commission 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN. 55447-1482 T -15a 1997 RE: MOEN-LEUER CONSTRUCTION,FILE 92170 Request for Conditional Use Permit to Allow 40% use for manufacturing (Hearing Date 12/16/97) Dear Mr. Stulberg: At previous sessions of both the Planning Commission and the City Council, a 25% conditional use permit was granted for the above proposed project. The 25% was a compromise between the 40% requested by Moen-Leuer and the 0% desired by the residents of Sugar Hills Townhomes. The need for a compromise resulted from the problems associated with a "single access" to the property through the residential area at 36th and Zanzibar Streets. At the time the 25% figure was arrived at, Mr. Moen was advised that if he demonstrated to the townhhome residents that there would be no problem with truck traffic through the area, the City. Council would consider a higher rate. The City Council also indicated that Mr. Moen could request a higher rate on an individual tenant basis. To date, there has been no change in the access situation and the potential increase in truck traffic through this residential area. By this letter, I am requesting on behalf of the Sugar Hills Town - home Association, that the 25% conditional use permit shall be retained, and no increase be granted until another access is developed. This is both a safety issue and our continued belief that our property values would be.considerably reduced by allowing additional truck traffic on 36th Street. Very truly yours, DONALD E. BUTLER Vice-President,Sugar Hills 3640 Black Oaks Ln.No. Plymouth,Mn. 55446 557-6876 Townhome Assoc. cc: All residents of Sugar Hills City Council Members . DEC U 8 READ. December 8, Michael Stulberg Chair City of Plymouth, Planning Commission 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN. 55447-1482 T -15a 1997 RE: MOEN-LEUER CONSTRUCTION,FILE 92170 Request for Conditional Use Permit to Allow 40% use for manufacturing (Hearing Date 12/16/97) Dear Mr. Stulberg: At previous sessions of both the Planning Commission and the City Council, a 25% conditional use permit was granted for the above proposed project. The 25% was a compromise between the 40% requested by Moen-Leuer and the 0% desired by the residents of Sugar Hills Townhomes. The need for a compromise resulted from the problems associated with a "single access" to the property through the residential area at 36th and Zanzibar Streets. At the time the 25% figure was arrived at, Mr. Moen was advised that if he demonstrated to the townhhome residents that there would be no problem with truck traffic through the area, the City. Council would consider a higher rate. The City Council also indicated that Mr. Moen could request a higher rate on an individual tenant basis. To date, there has been no change in the access situation and the potential increase in truck traffic through this residential area. By this letter, I am requesting on behalf of the Sugar Hills Town - home Association, that the 25% conditional use permit shall be retained, and no increase be granted until another access is developed. This is both a safety issue and our continued belief that our property values would be.considerably reduced by allowing additional truck traffic on 36th Street. Very truly yours, DONALD E. BUTLER Vice-President,Sugar Hills 3640 Black Oaks Ln.No. Plymouth,Mn. 55446 557-6876 Townhome Assoc. cc: All residents of Sugar Hills City Council Members . December 9, 1997 CITY C PLYMOUTR Mr. Ken Mosher, Chair - Plymouth Business Council Ms. Julie Hoff, Director of Community Affairs TWIN WEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10550 Wayzata Boulevard Minnetonka, MN 55305 SUBJECT: TWIN WEST REGIONAL JOB FAIR PLANNED FOR THE SPRING OF 1998 Dear Mr. Mosher and Ms. Hoff: Your letter to Mr. Dwight Johnson, Manager of the City of Plymouth, was forwarded to me for response. Your letter was also shared with the Plymouth Job Fair steering committee which has been diligently working on planning the Second Annual Job Fair for the cities of Plymouth and New Hope. Their last meeting was held on December 3, 1997 at Plymouth City Center at 11:45 a.m. As you indicated, Plymouth did host a reverse commute job fair on March 13, 1997 which by all accounts was an overwhelming success. Based on that success and interest expressed in subsequent job fairs, the City of Plymouth again hosted a meeting of business owners and community leaders on August 13, 1997, as a kick-off effort for planning another reverse commute job fair for the Spring of 1998. The committee has established a date for that job fair of March 12, 1998 and the Radisson Hotel in Plymouth will again be hosting this event. The steering committee received your December I" letter at their monthly planning session on December 3, 1997. After discussing this matter it was their recommendation to continue working on plans for Plymouth's Second Annual Reverse Commute Job Fair due to the fact that a great deal of planning has already gone into this matter, and because of the belief that our job fair has a very specific target market. We also have been very successful in promoting our already existing Plymouth Metrolink reverse commute routes and ridership continues to grow. With the above information in mind, we do plan to co -host the Second Annual Reverse Commute Job Fair in the City of Plymouth on March 12, 1998. We also will be more than happy to have City staff members join you in your planning efforts. In analyzing comments from participants of our first job fair in the Spring of 1997 there was a fair amount of desire to have another job fair in the fall. At that time, it was determined by our PLYMOUTH A 4teautiJulPlace'ry Give 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 ®'^"^•"� www.d.plymouth.mmus December 9, 1997 CITY C PLYMOUTR Mr. Ken Mosher, Chair - Plymouth Business Council Ms. Julie Hoff, Director of Community Affairs TWIN WEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10550 Wayzata Boulevard Minnetonka, MN 55305 SUBJECT: TWIN WEST REGIONAL JOB FAIR PLANNED FOR THE SPRING OF 1998 Dear Mr. Mosher and Ms. Hoff: Your letter to Mr. Dwight Johnson, Manager of the City of Plymouth, was forwarded to me for response. Your letter was also shared with the Plymouth Job Fair steering committee which has been diligently working on planning the Second Annual Job Fair for the cities of Plymouth and New Hope. Their last meeting was held on December 3, 1997 at Plymouth City Center at 11:45 a.m. As you indicated, Plymouth did host a reverse commute job fair on March 13, 1997 which by all accounts was an overwhelming success. Based on that success and interest expressed in subsequent job fairs, the City of Plymouth again hosted a meeting of business owners and community leaders on August 13, 1997, as a kick-off effort for planning another reverse commute job fair for the Spring of 1998. The committee has established a date for that job fair of March 12, 1998 and the Radisson Hotel in Plymouth will again be hosting this event. The steering committee received your December I" letter at their monthly planning session on December 3, 1997. After discussing this matter it was their recommendation to continue working on plans for Plymouth's Second Annual Reverse Commute Job Fair due to the fact that a great deal of planning has already gone into this matter, and because of the belief that our job fair has a very specific target market. We also have been very successful in promoting our already existing Plymouth Metrolink reverse commute routes and ridership continues to grow. With the above information in mind, we do plan to co -host the Second Annual Reverse Commute Job Fair in the City of Plymouth on March 12, 1998. We also will be more than happy to have City staff members join you in your planning efforts. In analyzing comments from participants of our first job fair in the Spring of 1997 there was a fair amount of desire to have another job fair in the fall. At that time, it was determined by our PLYMOUTH A 4teautiJulPlace'ry Give 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 ®'^"^•"� www.d.plymouth.mmus Nlr. Ken Mosher, Chair - Plymouth. Business Council NIS. Julie Floff, Director of Community Affairs Page 2 steering committee that the individual steering committee members did not feel that they could devote the time necessary to host a second event that year. It is our thinking at this time, that we will continue in our planning efforts and host another job fair in the City of Plymouth while at the same time having staff work with you to ensure that your first job fair is a success. It is also possible that we could combine efforts in the future on other job fairs perhaps having one in the spring and another in the fall or combining our efforts to try to promote one very successful job fair. Therefor, it is the steering committee's recommendation that Plymouth staff work with you and others in the planning efforts necessary for your job fair with the understanding that the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Metrolink will each have booths at the Twin West Chamber Fair when it is held. Based on their recommendation, George C. Bentley, a transit consultant for Plymouth Metrolink and John Sweeney, the City's Transit Administrator, will be in attendance at your neat community focus meeting on December 15`" at 4:00 at the Winnetka Cinema Cafe. We look forward to working with you on this matter and if you have questions, please contact me at 509-5521. incerely, / ;6hn R. Sweeney --� Transit Administrator cc: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works George C. Bentley, Consultant N \%V'Engineering\TRANSITV.TRS\I.Ioshcr-Hoff.doc Nlr. Ken Mosher, Chair - Plymouth. Business Council NIS. Julie Floff, Director of Community Affairs Page 2 steering committee that the individual steering committee members did not feel that they could devote the time necessary to host a second event that year. It is our thinking at this time, that we will continue in our planning efforts and host another job fair in the City of Plymouth while at the same time having staff work with you to ensure that your first job fair is a success. It is also possible that we could combine efforts in the future on other job fairs perhaps having one in the spring and another in the fall or combining our efforts to try to promote one very successful job fair. Therefor, it is the steering committee's recommendation that Plymouth staff work with you and others in the planning efforts necessary for your job fair with the understanding that the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Metrolink will each have booths at the Twin West Chamber Fair when it is held. Based on their recommendation, George C. Bentley, a transit consultant for Plymouth Metrolink and John Sweeney, the City's Transit Administrator, will be in attendance at your neat community focus meeting on December 15`" at 4:00 at the Winnetka Cinema Cafe. We look forward to working with you on this matter and if you have questions, please contact me at 509-5521. incerely, / ;6hn R. Sweeney --� Transit Administrator cc: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works George C. Bentley, Consultant N \%V'Engineering\TRANSITV.TRS\I.Ioshcr-Hoff.doc December 10, 1997 Editors Minneapolis Star Tribune 425 Portland Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55488 Dear Sirs: - ary OF PLYMOUTFh The Wednesday, December 3, 1997 Business section article ("Relocation Subsidies Target of Minge Bill" by Star Tribune National Economics Correspondent Mike Meyers) raised legitimate questions about the use of billions in public money for grants, cheap loans and other forms of subsidies used by states and cities to lure businesses. The article cited as an example a grant and loan offered to Value Rx in return for creating jobs by consolidating their operations in Plymouth, Minnesota. This article may have created some incorrect perceptions about the City of Plymouth's role and the City's use of subsidies including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for attracting businesses. As chair of the Plymouth City Council's Business Relations Committee, I'd like to correct those perceptions. The City of Plymouth has not used any local taxpayer dollars to subsidize Value Rx. The loan and grant were offered by the State of Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development (DTED) to Value Rx. Plymouth was asked to act as a conduit for the state funds. In return, the City may eventually receive a portion of the proceeds to be used locally to assist other companies. However, Value Rx has not yet requested any of the funds that were allocated by DTED and has not yet received any public money. The City of Plymouth has not used any TIF funds to assist Value Rx, nor was any such assistance requested by the company. In fact, the City of Plymouth has been very conservative in its use of TIF funds to provide direct subsidies to businesses. Most of the TIF funds collected by Plymouth have been used to finance major infrastructure investments. In the rare occasions Plymouth used TIF to benefit an individual business, it has been used only in the amount needed to provide a "level playing field" and not to give an unfair advantage to one business or location over another. Because we have been conservative with public assistance, Plymouth has watched businesses leave our community for other cities and states that offered TIF money, free land or other subsidies. We are sorry to see them go, but Plymouth has not participated in bidding wars. We have been successful in building a healthy tax base and attracting jobs by offering good locations, solid infrastructure, excellent services and the lowest municipal tax rate of any Minnesota City with a population over 10,000. 'Jill Irl y6innesota Tim ildd O e City Councilmember PlymouthPLYMOUTH A Beautiju(T(ace To Line 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 ® moo. R�Pia www.d.plymouth.mn.us December 10, 1997 Editors Minneapolis Star Tribune 425 Portland Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55488 Dear Sirs: - ary OF PLYMOUTFh The Wednesday, December 3, 1997 Business section article ("Relocation Subsidies Target of Minge Bill" by Star Tribune National Economics Correspondent Mike Meyers) raised legitimate questions about the use of billions in public money for grants, cheap loans and other forms of subsidies used by states and cities to lure businesses. The article cited as an example a grant and loan offered to Value Rx in return for creating jobs by consolidating their operations in Plymouth, Minnesota. This article may have created some incorrect perceptions about the City of Plymouth's role and the City's use of subsidies including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for attracting businesses. As chair of the Plymouth City Council's Business Relations Committee, I'd like to correct those perceptions. The City of Plymouth has not used any local taxpayer dollars to subsidize Value Rx. The loan and grant were offered by the State of Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development (DTED) to Value Rx. Plymouth was asked to act as a conduit for the state funds. In return, the City may eventually receive a portion of the proceeds to be used locally to assist other companies. However, Value Rx has not yet requested any of the funds that were allocated by DTED and has not yet received any public money. The City of Plymouth has not used any TIF funds to assist Value Rx, nor was any such assistance requested by the company. In fact, the City of Plymouth has been very conservative in its use of TIF funds to provide direct subsidies to businesses. Most of the TIF funds collected by Plymouth have been used to finance major infrastructure investments. In the rare occasions Plymouth used TIF to benefit an individual business, it has been used only in the amount needed to provide a "level playing field" and not to give an unfair advantage to one business or location over another. Because we have been conservative with public assistance, Plymouth has watched businesses leave our community for other cities and states that offered TIF money, free land or other subsidies. We are sorry to see them go, but Plymouth has not participated in bidding wars. We have been successful in building a healthy tax base and attracting jobs by offering good locations, solid infrastructure, excellent services and the lowest municipal tax rate of any Minnesota City with a population over 10,000. 'Jill Irl y6innesota Tim ildd O e City Councilmember PlymouthPLYMOUTH A Beautiju(T(ace To Line 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 ® moo. R�Pia www.d.plymouth.mn.us Plymouth City Hall 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN - 55447 Attn. Dwight D. Johnson City Manager Dear W. ,Johnson, 0-,e c We have received your letter of Nov. 5th, 1997. We cannot accept your $300 offer to correct the Problem created by my neighbor. poor drainage As we have mentioned several times , we consider that the city inspectors who performed the inspections on my neighbor's house at different stages should have noticed the drainage problems and t actions to get them corrected. take We shall follow your advice and contact the city clerk Laurie Ahrens, to refer the matter to the city's insurance carrier. Sincerely, Nicolae Teisanu CC: Plymouth City Council 1 Fred Moore J Bob Pemberton Speranta Teisanu o J f7 -fl- 5d Plymouth City Hall 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN - 55447 Attn. Dwight D. Johnson City Manager Dear W. ,Johnson, 0-,e c We have received your letter of Nov. 5th, 1997. We cannot accept your $300 offer to correct the Problem created by my neighbor. poor drainage As we have mentioned several times , we consider that the city inspectors who performed the inspections on my neighbor's house at different stages should have noticed the drainage problems and t actions to get them corrected. take We shall follow your advice and contact the city clerk Laurie Ahrens, to refer the matter to the city's insurance carrier. Sincerely, Nicolae Teisanu CC: Plymouth City Council 1 Fred Moore J Bob Pemberton Speranta Teisanu o J f7 -fl- 5d EMIL r CITYCO PUNOUTR November 5, 1997 Nicolae Teisanu 2540 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Teisanu, We received your letter of October 22, 1997. City staff have reviewed your situation. The offer extended on August 25, 1997 remains available to you. If the offer is still unacceptable to you, you can refer the matter to the city's insurance carrier. It will then be considered a claim against the city and will be investigated accordingly. Should you have questions about filing a claim against the city, please contact City Clerk Laurie Ahrens at 509-5080. Sincerely, Dwight D. Johnson City Manager Attachment cc: Plymouth City Council Fred Moore Bob Pemberton PLYMOUTH A Beau lu(Nlace?o Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 EMIL r CITYCO PUNOUTR November 5, 1997 Nicolae Teisanu 2540 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Teisanu, We received your letter of October 22, 1997. City staff have reviewed your situation. The offer extended on August 25, 1997 remains available to you. If the offer is still unacceptable to you, you can refer the matter to the city's insurance carrier. It will then be considered a claim against the city and will be investigated accordingly. Should you have questions about filing a claim against the city, please contact City Clerk Laurie Ahrens at 509-5080. Sincerely, Dwight D. Johnson City Manager Attachment cc: Plymouth City Council Fred Moore Bob Pemberton PLYMOUTH A Beau lu(Nlace?o Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 z-sd NICOLAE TEISANU October 22 1997 2540 Medicine Ridge Rd., Plymouth, MN. 55441 Ph: 612-949-9869 To: ELYMOU`I'H�CITY-C-OUNC-EL Cc: KATHY LUECKERT—Assistant City Manager FRED MOOR — Public Work Director Re: Drainage/ Damage Dear Madam: While I do appreciate your response from 251b August 1997 in regard to the damages affecting my property located on 2540 Medicine Ridge Rd., I can not agree with your suggested solution. The fact that you understand my frustration with this issue doesn't improve the drainage and the amount of money that the City of Plymouth is offering does not cover the necessary repairs. For your better understanding of the situation as well for the purpose of clarification, I would like to point out a few facts: • Before the house located at 2550 Medicine Ridge Rd. was built, I have never had any drainage problems. The reason was that the fact that before construction, the land level was the same and wore no obstructions of drainage. More so, on that specific piece of land was drainage for the purpose of collecting water overflow and deferring it from our house. • It appears that your approval for the construction of the mentioned house was given with out a thorough verification of the consequences. As a result, the house that was built at 2550 Medicine Ridge Rd. is at the present time at a higher level of elevation than my house. Foils of black plastic, covered with stones are covering now the small land surface that is around the house preventing the natural drainage. The before the construction existing drainage tub has been totally removed. Basically, there are no more possibilities of drainage, natural or man made and as a result of that my property is affected. From the very beginning of the construction I have informed City Council about the situation, but no measures wore taken. • Since this situation is a result of overseeing an elevation/drainage control while approving a new construction, I consider City Council responsible for the situation and for the present and future damages to my property. In view of the mentioned facts and of the justice, since this is not an issue between two neighbors but a result of wrong decision and construction approval misjudgment by the City Council, I suggest the following: • City Council to select and send a specialist to determine the situation, recommends the appropriate solutions and to fix the drainage problem. • City Council to select and send a specialist to determine the necessary repairs to my house. • The party in fault should support the cost for those issues. I hope that I will receive a positive response to this situation ASAP. Sincerely, NICOLAE TEISANU z-sd NICOLAE TEISANU October 22 1997 2540 Medicine Ridge Rd., Plymouth, MN. 55441 Ph: 612-949-9869 To: ELYMOU`I'H�CITY-C-OUNC-EL Cc: KATHY LUECKERT—Assistant City Manager FRED MOOR — Public Work Director Re: Drainage/ Damage Dear Madam: While I do appreciate your response from 251b August 1997 in regard to the damages affecting my property located on 2540 Medicine Ridge Rd., I can not agree with your suggested solution. The fact that you understand my frustration with this issue doesn't improve the drainage and the amount of money that the City of Plymouth is offering does not cover the necessary repairs. For your better understanding of the situation as well for the purpose of clarification, I would like to point out a few facts: • Before the house located at 2550 Medicine Ridge Rd. was built, I have never had any drainage problems. The reason was that the fact that before construction, the land level was the same and wore no obstructions of drainage. More so, on that specific piece of land was drainage for the purpose of collecting water overflow and deferring it from our house. • It appears that your approval for the construction of the mentioned house was given with out a thorough verification of the consequences. As a result, the house that was built at 2550 Medicine Ridge Rd. is at the present time at a higher level of elevation than my house. Foils of black plastic, covered with stones are covering now the small land surface that is around the house preventing the natural drainage. The before the construction existing drainage tub has been totally removed. Basically, there are no more possibilities of drainage, natural or man made and as a result of that my property is affected. From the very beginning of the construction I have informed City Council about the situation, but no measures wore taken. • Since this situation is a result of overseeing an elevation/drainage control while approving a new construction, I consider City Council responsible for the situation and for the present and future damages to my property. In view of the mentioned facts and of the justice, since this is not an issue between two neighbors but a result of wrong decision and construction approval misjudgment by the City Council, I suggest the following: • City Council to select and send a specialist to determine the situation, recommends the appropriate solutions and to fix the drainage problem. • City Council to select and send a specialist to determine the necessary repairs to my house. • The party in fault should support the cost for those issues. I hope that I will receive a positive response to this situation ASAP. Sincerely, NICOLAE TEISANU y 5� CITY OF PLYMOUTF+ August 25, 1997 Nicolae Teisanu 2540 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Teisanu, Thank you for appearing earlier this month before the Plymouth City Council. I can certainly understand how frustrated you must be with the drainage problem. It is unfortunate that the suggestions made by city staff two years ago have not been implemented to alleviate some of the drainage. As was determined two years ago, this problem remains one that is primarily the responsibility of you and your neighbor to resolve. All of the city's usual and customary practices were followed when the plan for your neighbor's home was approved in 1994. City staff can make suggestions, but cannot direct either of you to correct the problem. However, in the spirit of trying to help you resolve your drainage problem, the City is willing to contribute an amount not to exceed $300 to correct the poor drainage. This contribution depends on you and your neighbor presenting an agreement, signed by both of you, indicating how the drainage problem will be corrected. The City will not contribute financially unless you and your neighbor present this written agreement. If you and your neighbor are having difficulty agreeing on a solution, I would suggest mediation. The city supports the West Suburban Mediation Center. They have staff who are skilled at helping people resolve disputes and disagreements such as your PLYMOUTH A'Bcaut JutP1acc?a Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 y 5� CITY OF PLYMOUTF+ August 25, 1997 Nicolae Teisanu 2540 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Teisanu, Thank you for appearing earlier this month before the Plymouth City Council. I can certainly understand how frustrated you must be with the drainage problem. It is unfortunate that the suggestions made by city staff two years ago have not been implemented to alleviate some of the drainage. As was determined two years ago, this problem remains one that is primarily the responsibility of you and your neighbor to resolve. All of the city's usual and customary practices were followed when the plan for your neighbor's home was approved in 1994. City staff can make suggestions, but cannot direct either of you to correct the problem. However, in the spirit of trying to help you resolve your drainage problem, the City is willing to contribute an amount not to exceed $300 to correct the poor drainage. This contribution depends on you and your neighbor presenting an agreement, signed by both of you, indicating how the drainage problem will be corrected. The City will not contribute financially unless you and your neighbor present this written agreement. If you and your neighbor are having difficulty agreeing on a solution, I would suggest mediation. The city supports the West Suburban Mediation Center. They have staff who are skilled at helping people resolve disputes and disagreements such as your PLYMOUTH A'Bcaut JutP1acc?a Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (612) 509-5000 " J drainage problem. The director is Sue Nelson, her number is 933-0005. 'r Should you have questions about this offer, my number is 509-5052. Sincerely, Kathy L eckert Assistant City Manager cc: Plymouth City Council Fred Moore, Public Works Director " J drainage problem. The director is Sue Nelson, her number is 933-0005. 'r Should you have questions about this offer, my number is 509-5052. Sincerely, Kathy L eckert Assistant City Manager cc: Plymouth City Council Fred Moore, Public Works Director