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2000-03-28
PLEASE TUP~ OFF ALL PAGERS AND C~IJ PHONES IN COI]NCIL CHAMBERS AGENDA MOUND CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2000, 7:30 PM MOUND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS *Consent Agenda: All items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Council and will be enacted by a roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or Citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed pom the Consent Agenda and considered in normal sequence. 1. OPEN MEETING - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. PAGE 2. APPROVE AGENDA. 3. *CONSENT AGENDA *A. MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 9, 2000, SPECIAL MEETING ........................... 1030-1032 *B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MARCH 14, 2000, REGULAR MEETING .................................. 1033-1043 *C. CASE # 00-08: VARIANCE; TO INSTALL TWO ADDITIONAL RECEIVE DISHES AT 2381 WILSHIRE BLVD, BLK 3, LOTS 24-27, SHIRLEY, HILLS UNIT F; PID# 13-117-24 34 0071 ......................... 1044-1072 *D. CASE # 00-09: MINOR SUBDIVISION; TO CREATE TWO PARCELS FROM ONE EXISTING PARCEL; 5200 WATERBURY ROAD, BLK 18, LOTS 13-16, WHIPPLE; PID# 25-117-24-21-0149 ......................... 1073-1091 *E. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A PUBLIC LANDS PERMIT TO ALLOW TRIMMING, BRUSH & SUMAC REMOVAL ON DEVON COMMONS ADJACENT TO 4625 ISLAND VIEW DRIVE, LOT 10, BLOCK 1, DEVON - DOCK SITE #41319 . . 1092-1104 *F. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND ACTING CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR THE NEW VOTING EQUIPMENT. 1105-1112 *G. PAYMENT OF BILLS .......................... 1113-1130 COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT ABOUT SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA. (PLEASE LIMIT TO 3 MINUTF_3 PER SUBJECT.) 1028 PI.F.,4SE ITIRN OFF ~4I I. PAGERS AND CELL PHOPiE$ llg COUNCIL CHAMBERS INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS A. January/February financial report, prepared by Gino Businaro, Finance Direclt~l-l132 B. February monthly report from Police Department ................ 1133-1134 C. Letter to Water Patrol regarding markers at the Lost Lake Channel ..... 1135-1136 D. Letter to the Pembroke park Subcommittee regarding the multiple slip dock. 1137-1139 E. L.M.C.D. mailings .................................. 1140-1152 F. Minutes of the Annual Suburban Rate Authority (SRA) Meeting .......1153-1157 G. POSC Meeting Minutes of March 9, 2000 .................... 1158-1162 H. DCAC Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2000 ................... 1163-1167 I. Information from Councilmember Weycker regarding the Westonka Healthy Community Collaborative .............................. 1138-1235 1029 MOUND CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL 1Vlle~ETING THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2000 The City Council of the City of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in a special session on Thursday, March 9, 2000, at 6:30 PM, in the Conference Room at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City. Those present were Acting Mayor Mark Hanus, Councilmembers: Andrea Ahrens, Bob Brown, and Leah Weycker. Those absent were Mayor Pat Meisel. Also in attendance were Acting City Manager Fran Clark, City Attorney Bob Lindall, TIF Consultant Jim Prosser, and City Planner Mark Koegler. The Acting Mayor opened the meeting at 6:39 p.m. REVIEW SITE ALTERNATIVES FOR MOUND POST OFFICE Prosser addressed the Council regarding the site alternatives for the Mound Post Office, and the process of elimination to use in finding the best site. Acting Mayor Hanus stated that potential sites arrived at tonight still need to be presented to the Planning Commission by their second meeting this month. The Planning Commission needs to "be in the loop" early, to get their input and March 27, 2000 is their next meeting. Prosser asked that as these sites are considered, anyone with objection to any site should indicate that immediately and express the concerns. Koegler reviewed the sites as follows, asking for input from all Councilmembers. Site #1: Would put the post office in a more prominent position in the community, and the site is large enough. No objections were raised for this site. Site #2: Is generally the same parameters as Site gl. No objections were raised for this site. Site #3: Is adequate in regard to size and location. Lindall stated that the Pollad's now own the United Properties land, and they would not be willing to sell the property. Concern was expressed regarding the owner's possible intent to fie the City up with legalities, even if the City uses condemnation to obtain the site. Prosser asked if the site was fine, in spite of the above concern. Besides the previOus concern, no objections were raised for Site #3. io3o Site//4: Is too small, being only about half of what the Post Office is looking for. Site//5: Is also adequate in regard to size and location. The concern is that the balance of the building will have to be another substantial user, as the building is much larger than the Post Office needs. Acting Mayor Hanus stated that the Post Office is not interested in owning the building, so the current owner would have to take the responsibility to find another use for the rest of the building. Weycker stated she would be concerned that putting the post office at this site may eliminate another industrial business from coming into Mound. If the above concerns could be addressed, no other objections were raised for Site//5. Site//6: Is a complicated site. No configuration really seems to fit, as the shape is irregular. Major relocations, the home of a civic organization, and some businesses exist in the site. This site was dropped from consideration. Site//7: Is also too small, and was dropped from consideration. Site #8: Was added this afternoon for consideration. It is located behind the shopping center, to the north. There are two banks of buildings, each with four rental units. The size is adequate, but the location may not be that desirable for a post office, as it is basically tucked into the rear of the main street businesses. Lindall questioned why the GTE building was eliminated. Weycker stated that it was her understanding that GTE did not want to sell that building. Discussion followed regarding keeping this site as a general site, and possibly finding a way to incorporate the GTE Building, or part of the parking lot, to make the Post Office more visible so the frontage would be on a main street. Many ideas for this site were discussed briefly, and consensus was to keep this site for consideration for now. Site/~9: Randy's Automotive, is a site brought up by Koegler, that he thought of this evening. No information was available as it was a new site. Consensus was that this was a very good addition, and the site will be added to the list of sites to consider. Prosser questioned if there were sites that anyone would like to add. No one had any additional sites. Prosser then stated that the next step would be to go to the Planning Commission, obtain their input on each of the sites, and how to make the sites work. If the Planning Commission comes up with any additional sites, they need to be brought back to the City Council for consideration first, before the Planning Commission proceeds to make any plans for the additional site. Robert Lindall then addressed the Council regarding the ability of the City to obtain the land, specifically the criteria for condemnation. It was indicated that the first requirement is that there must be a public purpose. In this case, the Post Office must be included in the redevelopment plan to be considered a public purpose. The first step is for the HRA to approve a petition for Eminent Domain. There is then a 'fast track" that could be taken called 'quick take" which takes approximately 90 days. Appraisals will need to be done on the sites that remain and eliminating sites needs to be done between now and the Planning Commission Meeting March 37th. The City Planner stated we need to know by May 1, 2000 where the the Post Office is going. MOTION made by Brown, seconded by Ahrens to adjourn at 7:45 P.M. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. Fran Clark, Acting City Manager Attest: Council Secretary MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL -MARCH 14, 2000 The City Council of the City of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in regular session on Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City. Those present were: Councilmembers: Andrea Ahrens, Bob Brown, Mark Hanus and Leah Weycker. Absent and excused: Mayor Pat Meisel. Also in attendance were City Attorney John Dean, Acting City Manager Fran Clark, Building Official Jon Sutherland, Finance Director Gino Businaro, and Secretary Sue McCulloch. The following interested citizens were also present: Marshall Anderson, Carl A. Bennetsen, Wayne Ehlebracht, Jerry Krauther, Blair Lindemyer, Peter Meyer, Mark Ortner, Frank Weiland, and Linda Star. *Consent Agenda: All items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Council and will be enacted by a roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or Citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in normal sequence. OPEN MEETING - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Acting Mayor Hanus opened the meeting at 7:33 P.M. and welcomed the people in attendance and explained the Agenda and Consent Agenda and its process. The pledge of allegiance was recited. APPROVE AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA The Acting City Manager stated she would like to add Item 6 to the Agenda which is a Resolution approving an application for a grant to assist in the Senior Citizens Center and add Item F to the Information/Miscellaneous which is the petition count. Councilmember Brown would like to pull Item B. Councilmember Weycker requested Items A, D and H be pulled. Acting Mayor Hanus requested Item C be pulled from the Consent Agenda. MOTION by Ahrens, seconded by Weycker, to approve the agenda and consent agenda with the removal of Items A, B, C, D and H and the add- on of Item 6 and Item F. The roll call vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. CONSENT AGENDA *1.0 TWO-YEAR UNION CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC WORKS. TEAMSTERS LOCAL 320 FOR 2000 AND 2001. MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2000 *1.1 '1.2 RESOLUTION//00-29: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEmeNT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MOUND AND TEAMSTERS LOCAL NO. 320, PUBLIC WORKS UNIT BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2000, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2001. Ahrens, Weycker, unanimously. TWO-YEAR UNION CONTRACT FOR POLICE SERGEANTS. LELS LOCAL 35 FOR 2000 AND 2001. RF~OLUTION//00-30: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MOUND AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES (LELS) LOCAL 35, POLICE SERGEANTS, FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2000, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2001. Ahrens, Weycker, unanimously. TWO YEAR UNION CONTRACT FOR POLICE PATROL. LELS LOCAL 266 FOR 2000 AND 2001. RESOLUTION//00-31: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MOUND AND LELS LOCAL 266 POLICE PATROL OFFICERS JANUARY 1, 2000, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2001. Ahrens, Weycker, unanimously. '1.3 CASE g00-01: MINOR SUBDIVISION TO CREATE 3 CONFORMING PARCELS FROM TWO EXISTING PARCELS; AT 2155 NOBLE LANE, LOTS 20 AND 21, BLOCK 3, PID//13-117-24 31 0019, AND 2149 NOBLE LANE, LOTS 22 AND 23, BLOCK 3, PID//13-117-24 31 0010, BOTH IN ABRAHAM LINCOLN ADDITION TO LAKF~IDE PARK. RESOLUTION//00-32: RESOLUTION APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION IN ORDER TO CREATE THREE CONFORMING PARCELS FROM TWO EXISTING 2 MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14. 2000 PARCELS; 2155 NOBLE LANE, BLOCK 3, LOTS 20, 21; PID# 13-117- 24-31-0019, 2149 NOBLE LANE, BLOCK 3, LOTS 22, 23, ABRAHAM LINCOLN; PID# 13-117-24-31-0020. P & Z CASE ~}0-01. Ahrens, Weycker, unanimously. '1.4 PAYMENT OF BILLS. MOTION. Ahrens, Weycker, unanimously. 1.5 MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 15. 2000. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING. Councilmember Weycker stated on page 870 she would like the following paragraph added after paragraph 1: "Councilmember Weycker pointed out it was in the Park Commission budget request for the last two years." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 864, third paragraph, the last sentence should read as follows: "Ms. Tadavarthy agreed and further stated the light pole would stay for now, but when it needed to be moved to the high school site. another tower would need to be built to replace this one." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 866, the second paragraph should read as follow's: "Councilmember Hanus asked if a buffer or retaining wall would be included on the west side of the townhomes. Mr. Hanson stated there will be a retaining wall on the west." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 874, third paragraph, the last sentence should read: "Councilmember Hanus was not sure and wanted to think about this before stating a position." MOTION by Ahreus, seconded by Weycker, to accept the Committee of the Whole minutes dated February 15, 2000, as amended. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. 1.6 MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 22, 2000. REGULAR MEETING. Councilmember Brown stated on page 883, first paragraph, third sentence should read: "Councilmember Brown stated it is near a natural wetland that will probably never be built." MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2000 Councilmember Weycker stated on page 892, the Motion was made by "Weyeker' as opposed to "Brown." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 882, seventh paragraph, last sentence should read: "Councilmember Hanus asked if this parcel could be used for ponding possibly in the future." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 883, second paragraph, last sentence should read: "Councilmember Hanus stated there is n___o potential for public use in the future should the City sell the property." Acting Mayor Hanus stated on page 886, eighth paragraph, the word "zoned" should be replaced with the word "designated." 1.7 Acting "up." MOTION by Weycker, seconded by Ahrens, to accept the Regular City Council minutes of February 22, 2000, as amended. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 29, 2000, SPECIAL MEETING. Mayor Hanus stated on page 897, the word "Lip" should be replaced with MOTION by Ahrens, seconded by Weycker, to accept the Special City Council minutes of February 29, 2000, as amended. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. 1.8 MINUTES OF THE MARCH 2. 2000, SPECIAL MEETING. Councilmember Weycker stated she was not in attendance at this special meeting, so she would abstain from voting on the minutes. MOTION by Ahrens, seconded by Brown, to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried. 3-0, Weycker abstained. 1.9 EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR NEW CITY MANAGER. Councilmember Weycker stated she was not in attendance at the meeting when the Council discussed the actual contract for the new City Manager, although she is in favor of the candidate and welcomes her aboard. Councilmember Weycker will abstain. MOTION by Ahrens, seconded by Brown, to approve the Resolution as stated below. RESOLUTION//00-33: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR A MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14. 2000 CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF MOUND. Motion carried. 3-0, Weycker abstained. COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (PLEASE LIMIT TO 3 MINUTES PER SUBJECT). Wayne Ehlebracht, 4873 Shoreline Drive. Mr. Ehlebracht asked for an update on the number of valid names on the petition. Mr. Ehlebracht was given the information that indicated there were 933 valid signatures and 30 more signatures still needed. Mr. Ehlebracht asked how long will it be before the subject at hand is put to public once there is enough signatures on the petition? The City Attorney stated this question is premature at this point in time. He stated he would appreciate a completed petition and then moving from that point after that has occurred. Mr. Ehlebracht asked if there are statutes that will make the City comply with a specific timeframe with regard to the vote on a referendum? The City Attorney stated there is no statute, although there are timeframes which a City has to meet before holding an election. Councilmember Brown stated he has heard some citizens state the City is "dragging their feet" on this issue, which is not true. He stated it is quite a task to have signatures verified on a petition and he commended the Acting City Manager. Peter Meyer, 5748 Sunset Road. Mr. Meyer commented that at a meeting last week when there were discussions concerning the Rex Alwin property, it appeared the park dedication acreage would not be enough for a ballfield. Mr. Meyer stated he felt it to be much more practical to keep the existing ballfields as opposed to putting them on another site where there would not be enough acreage. 1.10 REOUEST FROM NANCY AND CONRAD STARR TO RECONSIDER THE TEMPORARY VARIANCE APPROVED FOR THEIR DETACHED GARAGE TO ALLOW IT TO REMAIN. Nancy Start, 3152 Alexander Lane. Ms. Start stated she has heard four different reasons why their garage should be torn down, and she would like to address these four reasons. The first reason was the garage encroaches on the neighbor's property. She stated the neighbor is present to tonight and she has a new signed subdivision application to have a portion of the neighbors property put on their property. The second reason to have the garage removed is because it exceeds the front yard setback and Ms. Starr presented pictures of other garages or sheds that have not met setbacks, although these may not have been City approved. Thirdly, she was told the garage is dilapidated. Ms. Starr stated she had a contractor come out and look at the garage and he gave her an estimate of $400 to fix the cracks. She stated the contractor stated the garage walls appear to be straight and structurally sufficient. She stated they would like to change this garage into an accessory building that would include a MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2000 service door and a four-foot overhead door. They would also put siding on it to match their house. Ms. Starx- stated in her experience having more outside buildings is better and it also seems to add to the property value. This accessory building would house bikes, lawn mower, snow blower, etc. The applicant stated the fourth reason they were told to remove the garage is that it does not constitute a hardship. She stated the estimate to take the garage down is about $2,000, and the retaining wall that would have to be put in its place would cost about $3,000. An alternative to the retaining wall would be grading this section down, although this grading could damage a 100-year-old maple tree. She stated a monetary hardship would exist with the removal of this garage. The Building Official stated he agreed with some issues the applicant stated, but staff and the Planning Commission recommend having the garage removed from the property. The City Attorney asked staff if the boundary was adjusted, would the garage be allowed to stay at its location without a variance. The Building Official stated it would not be able to stay without a variance. The Building Official further stated the applicant could make changes to its conforming property under the streamlining code, although the repairs to the dilapidated garage would not fall under that provision because it needs structural repairs. Acting Mayor Hanus wanted it clarified that there would be two variances being allowed with this subdivision. One would be a variance on the front yard setback and the other would be a variance on the accessory structure in that its location should be in the back. The Building Official stated the latter statement is false and there could be an accessory structure in the front but not as close to the street as it is currently situated. There were discussions between the Building Official and City Attorney regarding the code for an accessory structure and what it entails. Acting Mayor Hanus stated there is another section of the code that he recalls but cannot locate it that explains a shed cannot be located in the front yard. The City Attorney will look into this. Acting Mayor Hanus stated even if the City Council does agree with the applicant, the subdivision process would have to go back to the Planning Commission for approval. He stated the best scenario for tonight is to grant another extension. Councilmember Brown stated this does not meet streamlining because the structure is on another person's property. Councilmember Brown stated three years ago the applicant was granted an extension to allow the dilapidated garage to stay standing until the new garage to their house was built. To date, the garage is built, and he strongly stated the old garage needs to 6 MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2000 come down according to the resolution previously passed and agreed to by the applicant. Councilmember Ahrens stated she could think of three cases where the structures on other people's lots had to be tom down before the building permits were allowed. She further stated the City has made good faith efforts with the applicant and allowed three years before the structure needed to come down, but allowed the building permit. The City Attorney according to the code it would appear a shed could not be considered as part of the front yard. The Building Official stated he would like to debate this later with the City Attorney. Councilmember Weycker stated she would like to see an attempt made by the applicant to have the front yard setback adjusted by making the structure conforming. The Building Official stated the garage has cracks in the blocks and this would be a tuck-pointing job, although, if the applicant would want this job to be completed in a more permanent and lasting way, having the blocks core filled would be a better alternative. Acting Mayor Hanus asked the Councilmembers if the structural portion of the garage is a major point with the decision-making process at this time. Councilmember Brown stated the cracks go through the windows and the corner of building appears to be cracking off. He is very concerned about this structure. The Councilmembers discussed if the applicant is willing to make the structure conforming, having the applicant go out and get detailed estimates and bring them back to the Building Official to see if the work that may possibly be done on the structure would be acceptable to City code. Councilmember Weycker stated if the City requires the applicant to tear down this structure, the applicant could turn right around and put another shed in the same exact spot but making the shed smaller or conforming to City code. She stated basically the applicant would save a step with this process of allowing the subdivision and giving the applicant a chance to make the current structure conforming. The Building Official stated staff would agree to the subdivision and the changing of the garage doors to make the garage conforming. He stated the goal of the ordinance is to eliminate nonconformity, which the applicant is willing to do. Acting Mayor Hanus stated if the CounCilmembers do take this action, the motion would extend the agreement to some day certain and that the structure must be made conforming, and to further extend that according to the prior resolution that if this does not take place by this date, the former agreement stands. 7 MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14. 2000 There was discussion amongst Acting Mayor Hanus and Councilmember Brown whether the structure should be attempted to be made conforming by the applicant, or if it is even possible to get the structure conforming because of the cracks that currently exist. MOTION by Brown, seconded by Ahrens, to deny the temporary variance but allow an extension until April 1, 2000, to tear down the structure. Discussion. Councilmember Ahrens stated she would like to know the answer to what code states regarding having a shed in the front yard. She is surprised that the code definitely allows a huge garage in the front yard but does not allow a shed. Councilmember Brown stated he might have a different opinion if the applicant would have come in today for a permit to have a shed/garage in the front yard, but this case, in his opinion, was decided three years ago and the garage should be tom down. The Applicant stated she would like to have the Council rescind that decision made three years ago and allow them a chance to make the structure conforming. The Building Official agreed with the motion presented by Councilmember Brown, although he would recommend a longer extension until June 1, 2000, due to road restrictions. Councilmember Ahrens stated if the variance would be approved tonight, there would still be the problem of the 100-ye. ar-old maple tree roots and having those disturbed with the grading. Acting Mayor Hanus asked the applicant how she would make the garage conforming and the applicant stated they would probably reduce the size of the garage and make it into a shed. Councilmember Brown attempted to amend his motion to deny the variance request with an extension until June 1, 2000, but Councilmember Ahrens withdrew her second, and the motion by Councilmember Brown died. Councilmember Ahrens stated she withdrew her second because she would appreciate further investigations accomplished by staff and the City Attorney to figure out exactly what the codes state regarding sheds or garages in the front yards. MOTION by Ahrens, second by Weycker, to extend the removal of the garage until June 1, 2000, and to table the variance reqUest until April 25, 2000, to allow an investigation by staff and the City Attorney to f'md out if sheds are allowed in front yards according to City code. Discussion. MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14. 20(X) Councilmember Brown stated for future purposes, if a citizen of Mound presents his/her case in front of the Planning Commission and would like some action taken with a future date down the road, he will be recommending that this type of action be turned down. Acting Mayor Hanus explained he wants to prevent shortsightedness, and he strongly agrees this procedure with help with that scenario. Councilmember Weycker called the question. Motion carried. 3-1, Brown voting nay. 1.11 2000 LMCIT INSURANCE PREMIUMS. Finance Director Gino Businaro stated in the 1999 there was a total of 23 claims, 14 claims were general liabilities and 9 were workmen's compensation. The Finance Director introduced Carl Bennetsen, a Representative for Youngdahl Companies, who elaborated on this information. Mr. Bennetsen stated there were only a couple of litigation defense costs that were out of norm for this year. He stated the LMCIT insurance continues to provide the broadest coverage available to the City of Mound and dividends have been good and continue to look good for the future. Acting Mayor Hanus questioned why there is a ~roller coaster" look regarding claims every other year and Mr. Bennetsen stated this is due to defense claims that vary each year and land use issues. Weycker moved and Ahrens seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION//00-34 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE 2000 INSURANCE PROGRAM FROM THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES (LMCIT) AS SUBMITTED BY CARL BENNETSEN, R. L. YOUNGDAHL & ASSOCIATES The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carded. 4-0. Mr. Bennetsen stated the City of Mound is currently set at $300,000 on any claim that falls under the limits. Mr. Bennetsen stated the City of Mound could up its limit to $1,000,000, although this money could be used up on only one occurrence. Acting Mayor Hanus stated the City of Mound has always waived this portion in the past years to protect the City from being taken advantage of if a lawsuit does occur and the insured party sues for the complete policy limits, which in their eyes would look more appealing if the limits were much higher. 9 MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2000 MOTION by Weycker, seconded by Ahrens, to waive the monetary limits on the tort liability. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. 0.12 RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR A GRANT TO ASSIST IN THE SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER. The Acting City Manager stated last year the City of Minnetrista successfully applied to the Consolidated Pool for $50,000 to be used for the new Senior Center. She stated on March 7, 2000, the Minnetrista Council voted to transfer those funds to the Westonka Senior Center Foundation because it has been determined the new center will be located in the City of Mound. The Acting City Manager stated it would be appropriate now for the City of Mound to request monies from the Consolidated Pool, and the application she would like to submit would be for $150,000. Brown moved Ahrens seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION//00-35 RESOLUTION APPROVING SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR USE OF 2000 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM CONSOLIDATED POOL FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT'WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS. Discussion. Councilmember Ahrens asked if the City of Minnetrista would still be contributing their $50,000 in the event the City of Mound would also be granted a similar amount. The Acting City Manager stated yes. Acting Mayor Hanus asked if the City of Mound has applied previous years for this grant. The Acting City Manager stated we have not we were not in the consolidated pool until this year. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. 1.13 INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS 1. Monthly report for January from Police Chief, Len Harrell. 2. Economic Development Commission (EDC) Minutes from February 17, 2000. 10 MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 14. 2000 Park and Open Space Commission (POSC) Minutes from January 13, 2000 and February 10, 2000. Acting Mayor Hanus directed Councilmember Weycker to check the work rules with regard to allowing the Chair position of the POSC to alternate every few months. Councilmember Weycker will investigate this issue and make sure this is acceptable in the work rules. 4. Dock & Commons Commission (DCAC) Minutes from February 17, 2000. 5. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District mailings. w Petition count stating the citizens of Mound are required to get 30 more signatures on the Petition before it is considered valid. 7. Multiple dock slip renewal memorandum from Jim Fackler. Councilmember Brown stated Mr. Fackler's memorandum mentioned there are three slip docks unclaimed and the subcommittee needs to evaluate this situation. Councilmember Brown stated there is no official subcommittee been formed to date. Councilmember Brown stated he has not been notified that a meeting of the subcommittee has been st up. Acting Mayor Hanus suggested having a letter sent to those people who volunteered to be on the committee saying they need to meet and have their input back to City Council by April 1, 2000, or the City Council will presume nothing is wrong. He suggested this deadline because the boating season is approaching quickly. ADJOURNMENT. MOTION by Brown, seconded by Weycker, to adjourn the meeting at 9:14 p.m. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. 4-0. Fran Clark, Acting City Manager Attest: Council Secretary 11 RESOLUTION # 00- RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A VARIANCE RECOGNIZING FOUR EXISTING NONCONFORMING RECEIVING DISH ANTENNAS ONE 40 FEET TOWER TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF TWO ADDITIONAL CONFORMING DISH ANTENNAS AT 2381 WHILSHIRE BLVD., LOTS 24 - 27, BLOCK 3, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F, PID 13-117-24 34 007t P & Z CASE #00-08 WHEREAS, the applicant has applied for a vadance to recognize four existing nonconforming receiving dish antenna structures and one 40 feet tower to allow the installation of two new conforming dish antenna structures, and; WHEREAS, City Code requires a 50 feet setback in the B-1 Zoning District for properties abutting residential districts, and; WHEREAS, the four nonconforming dishes and one tower to be recognized are as follows: 1. 3 Meter Dish: Resolution #89-54 granted a 24 foot setback variance 2. 4.6 Meter Dish: Resolution ~3-163 granted a 20 foot seback variance 3. 40 Foot Tower: Resolution #83-163 granted a 20 foot setback variance. 4. (1) 3.8 Meter Dish and (1) 3.2 Meter Dish: Resolution #91-151 ; and, WHEREAS, Section 23.404, Subdivision (8) provides that alterations may be made to a building containing a lawful, nonconforming residential property when the alterations will improve the livability thereof, but; and, the alteration may not increase the number of units, and; WHEREAS, the applicant indicates the two proposed dished will be removed within 24 months of their installation, and; WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the request and recommended that the Council the variance as requested by the applicant; and, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, as follows: The City does hereby recognize the existing nonconforming tower and receiving dish antenna structures for the subject property at 2381 Wilshire Blvd. with the following condition: ao The proposed dishes be removed within 24 months of their installation 2. The City Council authorizes the alterations set forth below, pursuant to Section 23.404, Subdivision (8) with the clear and express understanding that o the use remains as a lawful, nonconforming use, subject to all of the provisions and restrictions of Section 23.404. It is determined that the livability of the residential property will be improved by the authorization of the following alterations to a nonconforming use of the property to afford the owners a reasonable use of their land. This variance is approved for the following legally described property as stated in the Hennepin County Property Information System: LOTS 24, 25, 26, AND 27, BLOCK 3, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F, PID # 13-117-24 34 0071, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Planin(~ Commission Minutes. March 13, 2000 MINUTES MOUND ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2000 Those present: Chair Geoff Michael; Commissioners: Orvin Burma, Becky Glister, Cklair Hasse, Bill Voss, Frank Weiland. Absent and excused: Commissioners Michael Mueller and Jerry Clapsaddle, Council Liaison Bob Brown. Staff present: City Planner Loren Gordon, Building Official Jori Sutherland, and Secretary Sue McCulloch. The following public were present: Janice Beise, John Beise, Kristin Beise, Erica Beyreis, Randy Beyreis, Tom Bordwell, Marilyn Byrnes, Linda Kladstrup, Steven Kladstrup, Sharon Cook, Marge Driesser, Tom Driesser, David Dvorak, Mic Gronberg, Jerry Kohls, Ted Lentz, Peter Meyer, Bill Netka, Dorothy Netka, Duane Norberg, Brad Nordgren, Dotty O'Brien, Lowell Olson, Leona Peterson, Larry Peitiorski, Roger Reed, Amy Reese, Tom Reese, Jeff Ritnal, Betty Weiland, Roger Westman, Ben Withhard. CASE # 00-08: VARIANCE; TO INSTALL TWO ADDITIONAL RECEIVE DISHES AT 2381 WILSHIRE BLVD, BLK 3, LOTS 24-27, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F; PID# 13-117-24 34 0071. Gordon presented the case. He stated Mediacom submitted a variance application to locate two additional satellite dishes on their site. The company is expanding its business lines, needing the dishes for high-speed inter'net and digital television service to customers. The dishes have a 3.8 meter diameter, which is the size of the smallest dish currently on the site. Their location on the property is indicated on the site plan, one on the Maywood site, and one in the west side yard area. The company indicates this is a temporary situation with the dishes only needed for a period of 24 months. Gordon stated variances have been granted in the past for this property to allow their locations. Staff would support a variance given the temporary timeframe they will be on site. Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend Council approval of the variance as requested with the following conditions. The two satellite dishes proposed be removed within 24 months of their installation. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Planing Cornmiesion Minutes, March 13, 2000 Glister was concerned about the language where it indicates the two dishes "and others" would be removed within 24 months of their installation date. She would like it clarified what "others" is directed towards. Voss asked if three meters is actually measured as 12 feet. Gordon stated this was correct. Voss further asked staff how the City would force the dishes to be removed if Mediacom does not move them voluntarily. Gordon stated they would enter into an agreement:, such as in a garage instance, and also have it noted in the resolution. Tom Bordwell, Mediacom, 15262 Commerce Avenue, Prior Lake. Mr. Bordwell stated with regard to Glister's question, there are the two in the City of Mound that would be removed, and the "others" refers to those located by St. Peter. He stated there is a facility being built outside of St. Peter which will be considered a permanent site for this company and the satellites. Until that facility is finished, the dishes will be located in the City of Mound. This will be an upgrade to have the facility completed. Voss asked if the complex would always remain in St. Peter. The applicant stated they would not be redoing the complex; only the satellite dishes would be gone. The applicant further stated the equipment would be located in St. Peter. Voss asked about revenue generated from these dishes. The applicant stated there is a franchise fee that is being paid and this will continue to expand and grow. He stated they are already paying 5 percent on franchise to the City of Mound. Wetland wanted it completely clarified that after the dishes are removed, there would be a cleanup done where the satellites were located. The applicant assured Wetland this would be the case. The applicant further stated moving the dishes would not affect Mound's communications; it would be more like an upgrade. Voss stated he would like a guarantee that no legal recourse will be necessary to remove these satellite dishes within the 24 months of installation. The applicant stated the building permit would stipulate this condition and he stated they fully intend to remove the dishes and complete the clean up necessary as proposed. MOTION by Voss, seconded by Weiland, to approve the variance to have two additional dishes installed, and upon removal of the dishes, the applicant guarantees no legal recourse will be necessary. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0. PLANNING REPORT Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. TO: Mound Council, Planning Commission and Staff FROM: Loren Gordon, AICP DATE: March 13, 2000 SUBJECT: Variance Application APPLICANT: Mediacom CASE NUMBERS: 00-08 HKG FILE NUMBER: 00-5 LOCATION: 2381 Wilshire Blvd. ZONING: Central Business District B-1 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Commercial BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Mediacom has submitted a variance application to locate two additional satellite dishes on their site. The company is expanding its business lines, needing the dishes for high-speed internet and digital television service to customers. The dishes have a 3.8 meter diameter, which is the size of the smallest dish currently on the site. Their location on the property is indicated on the site plan, one on the Maywood side, and one in the west side yard area. The company indicates this is a temporary situation with the dishes only needed for a period of 24 months. Variances have been granted in the past for this property to allow their locations. Staff would support a variance given the temporary timeframe they will be on site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend Council approval of the variance as requested with the following condition: 1. The two satellite dishes proposed be removed within 24 months of their installation. 123 North Third Street, Suite 100, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (612) 338-0800 Fax (612) 338-6838 01/26/00 11:1~ CIT~' OF ~OUND VARIANCE APPLICATION ~004 Application Fee: $100.00 I(FOR OFFICE USE ONLY) I !Plannincj Commission Date: 1 ]City Council Date: 1 I Distdbution: SUBJECT LEG.AL DP. SC. PROPER,FY. OWNER Ci~ Planner 3- (.¢0__ DNR City. Enqineer ~J Other Public Works &Z.I/Z) O0 7/ ZONING DISTRICT R-1 R-lA R-2 R-3 ~ I~-~' ~-3 Address Phc,~c (H) 01/26/00 11:13 FAX Vanance Application, P. 2 CITY OF MOUND No. 00- ~]005 Do the existing structures comply w{tln all area, height, bulk, and setback regulations for the zoning district ;,, ~i,,~ ;~ ic 1,-,,.~,~,,~'~ v~ { ~ N~. /~. tf nn ~?or-)F~] n~,h r~n.~'~r~fnrm n~ tI~e (describe reason for SETBACKS: REQUIRED REQUESTED VARIANCE $[ree[ Froma§e: Lo[ $~ze: ~ardcover: Does the present use of the property conform, to all regulations for the zoninG district ir', which it is lccated'~ Yes (), No (~.lf no, specCY each non-conforming use: Which unique physical characteristics of the subject property prevent its reasonable use for any of the uses permitted in that zoning district? ( )too narrow ( )topography ( )soil ::{:~too small f )drainage ( ) existing situation ( ) too shallow f ) shade ( ) other: specify Please describe: Revised 10-26-9g 01/26/00 11:14 F.~ CITY OF MOUND ~006 Was the hardship described above created by the action of anyone having property interests in ~e land ai'i.e~ i~]~ zunia9 u~dinam;~ w~,~ ~,dupied (i~82)? Y~ (), Nu (~. ii' ye=~, expi.~in: Was the hardshi~p created by any other man-made change, such as the relocation of a road? Yes (), No ( .k~lf yes, explain: Are the conditions of hardship for whi¢_,;'~ you request a variance peculiar only lo the prco-2.%.; .:escr;.h.e: - thee ~¢tit,r~.~? Ve,= f/'~ NO [ ~, If .~0. fist some ether groos~ies whic.h ~re simiis,'!.V -3ffecteC: I certify that all of the above statements and the statements contained in any required papers or plans to be submitted herewith are true and accurate, i consent to the entry in or upon ~e premises described in application by any authorized official of the City of Mound for the purpose ct ~nspec[ing, or of posung, maintammg and removing such notices as may be required by law. Applicant's $ignature~ Date Revised I0-26-99 CITY OF MOUND IG~,RDCOVER CALGULA~or4,~ LOT AREA ,/'"~l ~D Sa. FT. X30%= (forall lots) ....................................... LOT AREA SQ. FT. X 40% = (for Lots of Record) ............................. SQ. FT. X 15% '- (for detached buildings only) .................. LOT AREA Existing Lots of Record may have 40 percent coverage provided that techniques are utilized, as outJined in Zoning LENGTH WIDTH SQ FT I IOUSE X -- ----' DETACHED BUILDINGS DRIVEWAY, PARKING AREAS, SIDEWALKS, ETC. TOTAL DETACHED BUILDINGS ............................... x = X ~ TOTAL DRIVEWAY, ETC ........................................ DECKS Open decks (I/4" min. OB'enin~ beb~een boards) with a Dervious surface under are not ~OunLeci as harclcover. X TOTAL DECK ......................... .............................. TOTAL OTHER' ' TOTAL HARDCOVER I IMPERVIOUS SURFACE ................................................... [ ~, 7q3 DATE Mediacom 14162 Commerce Ave., Suite 100 Prior Lake, MN 553 72 Emaii: tbordwell~mediacomllc, com Tom Bordwell Director of Government Relations Phone: (612) 440-9680 ext. 222 Fax: (612) 440-9661 February 23, 2000 Mr. Jon Sutherland City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, Minnesota 55364 Re: Variance Case No. 00-08 Dear Mr. Sutherland: I would like to provide some information that may be helpful in explaining the request for variance submitted by Mediacom. Current Use of the Mediacom Site at 2381 Wilshire Blvd. Currently, our property functions as a 'head-end' receive site for our cable television operations serving all of the Lake Minnetonka area communities. Receive satellite dishes are located on our property that take programming signals from orbiting satellites, process the signals, then transmit the signals to our customers throughout our system via fiber optic and coaxial cable. We also use the site for walk-in customer service and as a technical field personnel check-in. What the Variance Will Allow Mediacom to do. Mediacom is requesting permission to construct two additional receive dishes that will be needed to receive two new products and levels of service for our customers. The City of Mound has been rebuilt to a 750mhz platform. Additional construction will be completed this year to rebuild/upgrade all of the Lake Minnetonka communities with the same 750mhz system. The two receive dishes will allow Mediacom the opportunity to provide a digital television product and high speed Internet access over our cable system. The digital product we will offer will have 100 plus programming channels, pay-per-view options, and tiered levels of service, reflecting the needs of our customers for advanced telecommunications services. The high speed Internet product also will run via our cable system and gives residents and businesses an option for the growing demand for access to the Internet. How the Use of the Mediacom will change. Mediacom is employing the latest technology to upgrade/rebuild its cable systems. By building fiber-optic driven systems, we are able to extend our products and services greater distances, without sacrificing signal quality or reliability. We have over 300 other 'head-end' receive facilities located throughout our region. Each of those facilities has similar equipment and operational requirements. The Mediacom plan is to use fiber optic interconnects, clustering many communities together, reducing those receive facilities to less than 100 over the next few years. This will allow us to operate our systems more economically, and to provide advanced services to more of our customers in a timely fashion. Mediacom is planning to interconnect the Mound (and surrounding Lake Minnetonka communities) cable service to a new site located near St. Peter, Minnesota. This is expected to occur within :)4 months. At that time, the need for most, if not all, receive dishes at the Mound site will cease and they will be removed. The site will continue to function as a customer service and technical personnel facility. In addition, Mediacom is committed to improving the appearance of our site. We have leased additional space to accommodate technical personnel and equipment. Mediacom will also be taking steps to remove equipment that is stored outside and generally clean up and maintain the site with greater frequency. I would be happy to provide any additional information regarding this request. Our business is changing very fast and is becoming increasingly competitive. The City of Mound has the benefit of a state of the art platform for telecommunication uses. Mediacom is very excited about the possibility of bringing the two new services to our customers as soon as possible, and thank you and the Commission for your consideration. Sincerel~.~ , /_~.~" TomLB"ordwell /057 °°¢'.New Offlce/Headend Building '{3 O Existing 5M satalhte antenna Asphalt Parking Lot Area Wilshire Street · I11 Mediaco/ m Headend & Office Mound, MN Proposed New Site Drawing 295 October 22. 1991 I~ESOLUTION %91-151 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A VARIA/qCE RECOGNIZING TWO EXISTING NONCONFORMING RECEIVING DISH ANTENNAS AND ONE 40' TOWER TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF TWO ADDITIONAL CONFORMING DISH ANTENNAS AT 2381 WILSHIRE BLVD., LOTS 24 -~7, BLOCK 3, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F, PID %1~-117-24 34 0071 TRIAX MIDWEST ASSOCIATES P&Z CASE NO. 91-050 WHEREAS, the applicant has applied for a variance to recognize two existing nonconforming receiving dish antenna structures and one 40' tower to allow the installation of two new conforming dish antenna structures, and; WHEREAS, City Code requires a 50 foot setback in the B- 1 Zoning District for properties abutting residential districts, and; WHEREAS, the two nonconforming dishes and one ~owe~ to be recognized are as follows: 1) 2) 3) 3 Meter Dish: Resolution #89-54 granted a 24 foot setback variance. 4.6 Meter Dish: Resolution #83-163 granted a 20 foot setback variance. 40' Tower: Resolution #83-163 granted a 20 foot setback variance. WHEREAS, Section 23.404, Subdivision (8) provides that alterations may be made to a building containing a lawful, nonconforming residential property when the alterations will improve the livability thereof, but the alteration may not increase the number of units, and; WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the request and unanimously recommended approval. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, as follows: The City does hereby recognize the existing nonconforming tower and receiving dish antenna structures for the subject property at 2381 Wilshire Blvd., Triax Cable. 296 296 October 22, 1991 The city Council authorizes the alterations set forth below, pursuant to Section 23.404, Subdivision (8) with the clear and express understanding that the use remains as a lawful, nonconforming use, subject to all of the provisions and restrictions of Section 23.404. It is determined that the livability of the residential property will be improved by the authorization of the following alterations to a nonconforming use of the property to afford the owners reasonable use of their land. The installation of two new conforming receiving dish antennas, including a 3.8 meter 12' screen white dish, and a 3.2 meter I0' tan dish. Both dishes not to exceed 25' in height. This variance is granted for the following legally described property: Lots 24, 25, 25, and 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit PID %13-117-14 34 0071. This variance shall be recorded with the County Recorder or the Registrar of Titles in Hennepin County pursuan~ to Minnesota State Statute, Section 462.36, Subdivision (I). This shall be considered a restriction on how this property may be used. o The property owner shall have the responsibility of filing this resolution with Hennepin County and paying all costs for such recording. The building permit shall not be issued until proof of recording has been filed with the City Clerk. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Jensen and seconded by Councilmember Smith. The following Councilmembers voted in the affirmative: Ahrens, Jensen, Jessen, Johnson and Smith. c, Attest: City Clerk The following Councilmembers voted in the negative: none.Ma~~t_ 2 October 22, 1991 lg0 MINUTES - MOUND CITY COUNCIL - OCTOBER 22, 1991 1.12 CAS~ NO. q1-050: _R£OUFST FOR A VAR~IA]~CE TO ALLOW T~O CONFO]tM~NG SATELLITE DISHES, LOTS ?a.-~7, BI.OCK ~? SHTRI.FI J~ILLS UNIT F, PID ~!3=111=2a. ~ 0011 FDR TRIAX MIDWEST ASSOCIATES. Building Official Jon Sutherland updated Council on this item. A Triax representative was present and he stated that having the new dishes would allow Triax to add a new service. These dishes will be at roof height. Jensen moved and Smith seconded the following resolution which was approved unanimously: RESOLUTION 91-151 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A VARIANCE RECOGNIZING TWO EXISTING NONCONFORMING RECEIVING DISH ANTENNAS AND ONE 40' TOWER TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF TWO ADDITIONAL CONFORMING DISH ANTENNAS AT 2381 WILSHiRE BLVD., LOTS 24-17, BLOCK 3, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F, PID #13-117-2~ 34 0071, TRIAX MIDWEST ASSOCIATES, P & Z CASE 91-050 MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE MOUND kDVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 14, 1991 Case No. 91-050: Triax Midwest Associates, Lots 24 - 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit F, PID ~13-117-24 34 0071. VARIANCE TO AL- LOW TWO .NEW CONFORMING SATELLITE DISHES. Building official, Jon Suther!and, reviewed the applicants request for a variance to Zoning Code Section 23.404 to allow the installation of two new conforming satellite dishes, as fol!cws: 3.8 meter, 12' screen, white dish, maximum 25' high 3.2 meter, 10' tan dish, maximum 25 ' high. The property is currently nonconforming due to inadeTuate set- backs to other existing dish structures. Specifications. regarding the dishes and engineering ' {~w_== be required to provide for proper anchoring to sustain the wind loads as required in the Building Code. Staff recommended approval of the variance as requested to in- stall two new conforming satellite dishes to a nonconforming property. MOTION made by Wei!and, seconded by Hanus to recommend approval of staff recommendation. Motion carried unani- mously. This case will be reviewed by the City Council on October 22, 1991. 0 0 _~ N 0 '1- CITY of MOUND 53~1 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 STAFF RECOMMENDATION DATE: TO: FROM: CASE NO.: APPLICANT: LOCATION: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: SUBdECT: ZONING: Planning Commission Agenda of October 14, 199! Planning Commission, Applicant and Jon Sutherland, Edilding Official 91-050 Triax Midwest Associates Staff 238l Wilshire Blvd. Lots 24 - 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit F PlO #13-117-24 34 0071 Variance Request B-I Central Business District BACKGROUND The applicant seeks a variance to Zoning Code Section 23.404 regarding nonconforming uses to allow the erection of two new conforming satellite dishes, as follows: (1) 3.8 meter, 12' screen, white dish, maximum 25' high (2) 3.2 meter, 10' tan dish, maximum 25' high. The property is currently nonconforming due to inadequate setI backs to other existing dish structures as noted on the attached resolutions. The applicant is expanding an existing nonconform- ing use. Specifications regarding the dishes and engineering will be required to provide for proper anchoring to sustain the wind loads as required in the Building Code. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the variance request to install two new conforming satellite dishes to a nonconforming property. NOTE This case will be heard by the City Council on October 22, 1991. The abutting neighbors have been notified. OF ROUND 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 472-1155 Fee $50. O0 VARIANCE APPLICATION PLANNING & ZONING COHNISSlON (Please type or print the following information.) Address of Suoject Property 6~¢~ ASS" ~,,~, 2g,J~_ L; ~'~ ~/~o~,~. ~'~'. Owner s Name ~2~ /¢.,¢~¢ Day Phone -.-~- Owner's A~dress Ap~l ican%'s Name (if other than owner AdCress %;?., ~,':~,..< 0' ,=. ,xc~-=,. ' ~- Day Phone No. .¢¢p, O'gt isting Use of Property: Zoning District Has an application ever been made for zoning, variance, conditional use permit, or other zoning procedure for this property? yes ( ), no ( ). IF yes, list date(s) of application, action taken, and provide resolution number(s) (copies of previous resolutions must accompany this application). VARIANCE REQUESTED FOR: direction Front Yard: ( N S E W ) Rear Yard: ( N S E W ) Lake Front: ( N S E W ) Si~e Yard: ( N S E W ) Side Yard: ( N S E W ) Size: ( ) Principal Building setback setback requested required Ft. Ft. ft. ft. - rtl- ft. ft. Ft. Ft. sq ft sq ft ( ) Accessory Building VARIANCE REQUESTED ft. ft. Ft. ft. sq ft VAR!ANCE APPL!CAT!ON Page 2 Reason For request Case No. q t-O-- b Does the present use of the property conform to all regulations For the zoning distric-~--in which it is located? Yes (~), No ( ). If no, specify each non-conforming use: Do the existing structures comply with alt area, height, bulk, and setback regulations for the zoning district in which it is locate~? Yes ( ), No ( ), if no, specify each non-conforming use: Which unique, physical characteristics of the subject orooe~ty. . p~=, ~ , _~_n~ * i'Cs reasonaole use For any of the uses permimmea in that zoning distr~c~? too narrow ( ) togography ( ) sol l too small / /drainage ( ) su~-surface too shal low shape ( ) other: specify Was the hardship described above created by the action of anyone having property interests in the land after the zoning ordinance was adopted? Yes ( ), No ('(). IF yes, explain Was the hardship created by any other man-made change, such as the relocation of a road? Yes( ), No C¢). If yes, explain Are the conditions of hardship For which you request a variance ecullar only to the property described in this petition? Yes (,~), o ( . IF no, list some other properties which are similarly affected? I certify that al I of the above statements and the statements contained in any required papers or plans to be submitted herewith are true and ac- curate· ! consent to the entry in or upon the premises described in this appl i cat ion by any author i zed off i c ia 1 of the C i ty of Mound For the purpose of inspecting, or of posting, maintaining and removing such notices as may be required by law. ./ Applicant's Signature ,,,' ~?~.",-£~/'>7*~':/ Date Septamber 27, 1 P35SOLU?iON NO. 83-163 ?~ESOLU~!ON TO ;~END RESOLUTION Y~3-1 i7 ~_~_D'~'!~,~G T-.'_~ .u~_-CM~3~_TCAL D-'_VICZ~ TO WiTHiN TEE 20 Y00T SETBACK YAE~_NC UN.~EE THAT EESOLUTiON R=HERL~S, the applicant Brian R. Johnson and the owners Do.-Sat of Minnesota, Inc. of..property described as Lots 24, 25, 26 and 2~7, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit "F", ?ID f~'s !3-1~7-24 34 0046/0047/00~8/004g, were &ranted a variance to construct an approximately 2800 square for cable systams office and storage garage within 30 feet of the west properzy line, and " kr?~REAS, because of an update to Dow-Sates site plan they are now asking to be allowed to install their mechanical devices (a 40 foot town and a receiving dish) within 20 feet of the west property line, and ~h.s revision W~.ERL~£, the Planning Commission has reviewed ~ ~ of 'the variance an reco~ended approval. N~W, THEREFORE, BE IT ~£SOLV~ that the C~y Council of the City of Mound,.Minnesota does ~ereby amend Resolution #83-118' to r~ad as follows: "¥Z~ER~£, the applicant Brian R. Johnson and the o~ner Dow- Sat cf Minnesota, !nc. of pro~rty described as Lots 24, 25, 25 and 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit "F", ?ID'$'s 13-117-24 34 0046/00~7/ 048/0049, have applied for a variance to construct an approxLmate!y 2800 square foot cable systams office and storage garage within 30 feet of the west pro~rty line; and R~EREAS, the City Co~e for the 5-1 Central Business Distr.ict requires a 50 foot setback, if abutting a residential district; and' %~HEREAS, the Planning Cc~r~ission recommended approval of this variance because the intent is to maintain open space between the residentially zoned.property and the comJ~ercia! and recognizing the existence of a 20 foot public alley ~ay plus the building setback of .}0 feet to the property line will provide 50 feet of open space. N~', THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLV~ that the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, does hereby concur with the Planning Cc~mis- sion rec~,.~mendation to apprcN, e the variance as rec..uested for the above described property and allc~ing the mechanical devices (a 40 foot tower and a receiving dish) to be placed ~ithin to 20 foot setback variance. ~e foregoing resc!u%ion was moved by Ccu~ciimember Charon and seconded by Counciimember Psulsen. ,o_lo,:~g Coznci!members voted in t~= a'~f~,~at~ve: 'RESOLUTION NO 83-118 RESOLUTION TO CONCUR WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE 20 FOOT SETBACK VAR- IANCE AS REQUESTED FOR LOTS 24 TO 27 INCL., BLOCK 3, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT "F"-'PID #13-117-24 34 0046/ 0047/0048/0049 4xxx WILSHIRE BLVD. WHEREAS, the applicant Brian R. Johnson and the owner Dow-Sat of Minnesota, Inc. of the property described as Lots 24, 25, 26, and 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit "F", PID #'s 13-117-24 34 0046/0047/0048/ 0049, have applied for a variance to construct an approximately 2800 'square foot cable systems office and storage garage within 30 feet of the west.property line; and WHEREAS, the City Code for the B-1 Central Business District requires a 50.'foot setback, if abutting residential district; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended approval of this variance because the intent is to maintain open space between the residentially zoned property and the commercial and recognizing the existence of a 20 foot public alley way plus the building setback of 30 feet to the property line will provide 50 feet of open space. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council' of the' City of Mound, Minnesota does hereby concur with the Planni'ng Commission recommendation to approve the variance as requested for Lots 24, 25, 26, and 27,inclusive, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit "F" (PID #'s 13-117-24 34 0046/0047/0048/0049. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Charon and seconded by Councilmember Paulsen. The following Councilmembers voted in the affirmative: Charon, Paulsen and Polston. The following Councilmembers voted in the negative: None. Councilmembers Peterson and Swanson were absent and excused. Mayor Attest: City Clerk HESOLUYiON NO. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A CORDITZONIL USE PERMIT FOR THE 5X?ANEION 0~ iH5 ~XiSi!}~G 40 ?OCZ ANTENNA SUPPORT STRUCTURE TO~80 FEET ON PROPERTY OWNED BY DOW-SAT OF MiN;~ESOTA, !NC. WHEREAS, Dow-Sat of Minnesota, _rn~. o'~'ners cf property described as "Lots 2~, 25, 26, & 27, Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit "F", (PiD #1B-17-2~. 34 0071) 2381 Wilshire Blvd., located in a - B-1 commercial district, have requested a Condit!on~!.Use Permi~ ~o 6x~and the existing'. ~0 foot ~ria~gu!~rly shaped ~n~ennm suppor: s~ruc~ure ~o a ~otz! heigh~ of 80 fee~; ~nd · WHEREAS, Section 2B.625.5 requires Conditional Use Permits for str.uctures over ~5 feet in height. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED ~hs~ the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, does hereby approve the Conditional/x,~~? Use Permit for the expansion of the Dow-Sat of Minnesota, Inc.! antenna tower from 40 feet to 80 f.eet.upon the condition that: · 1. 'Only l~'nea! type:antenna's, excluding dish antennas, ~. and similar devices shall be attached to the top of the structure and any other portion thereof. 2'. Dow-Sat' is prese'nt'l:y utilizing their building under a temporary occupancy permit With an expiration .. date in June of 1984. In order tq obtain a permanent occupancy permit, minor building · - improvements need to be completed and a land.scapin~ plan must be submitted and approved by the City. 3. The applicant shall submit revised tower analysis data to the bui!din~ inspector for .review and approval. '.. Th'e foregoing resoluti.on was moved by Counci!member Pau!~n mhd seconded by Councilmember Jessen. ~ne fo!~ow~ng Counci!membe, s voted in t~e :,.rmst~vee: Jessen, Pau~ ~en Paterson and Po!ston Th'e fo!!o~ing Counci!members voted in the negative: none. . Councilmember Ch~ron was absent and excused. :.t~est: City Clerk 1{~ y or' CITY OF MOU[4D Mound, Minnesota CASE NO. 83-233 Planning Commission Agenda of September 26, 1983: Board of Appeals Case No..83-233 Location: 2385 Wilshire Boulevard Legal Desc.: Lots 24 to 27, Incl., Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit F Request: Revise July 5th City Council 20 foot variance request Zoning District: B-1 Applicant: Brian Johnson/Stuart Gibson Dow Sat of MN., Inc. 4583 Shoreline Boulevard Mound, MN. 55364 Phone: 472-6394 The applicant, Dow Sat of MN., Inc., has previously requested a 20 foot setback variance to the abutting R-4 residentially zoned property heard by the Planning and Zoning Commission on June 27, 1983 (minutes attached). They are requesting to revise their request and present an update to their site plan. The mechanical devises which will accompany their operation are two (2) antenna dishes and a 40 foot microwave tower. The 'Zoning Code Section 23.408(3) - the following shall not be considered to be encroachments on yard reguirements: a. Belt courses, leaders, sills, ~echanical devices, etc. provided they do not ex~end more than 2 feet into a yard. I feel the towers and dishes are mechanical devices that will be set in the requirer' yard spa~e. of the granted 20 feet variance and does require a revision of their original request. The applicant will give the exact setbacks at the Planning Commission meeting. He should also give the Commission information as to the structural design and analysis of the tower for consideration of a failure condition. The abutting neighbors have been notified. Jan Bertrand. Building Official JB/ms CASE NO 83 2.. CITY OF MOUND Mound, Minnesota Plannin~ Commis'sion Agenda bf June 27, 1983: Board of Appeals A~plicant: C~se No. 83-233 Brian R. Johnson Location 4XXX Wi!shire Boulevard 4363 Wilshlre Boulevard # 1t0 (Corner of Maywood Road & Wilshire Blvd.) Mound, MN. 55364 Legel Desc.: Lots 24 to 27, Incl., Blk, 3~ Phone: 472-7546 Shirley Hills Unit F Request: 20 Foot Variance to R-4 (Multiple Dwelling~and Site Plan Review Zoning District B-1 The applicant, Brian Johnson, has requested a 20 foot setback variance to the abutting R-4 resldentally zoned property to construct an approximately 2800 square foot cable systems office and storage garage. Pursuant to the B-1 Central Business District Section 23.625 .the use of the prop- erty is permitted. Section 23.625.5 permits a height of 45 feet, lot size of 7500 square feet, and side and rear setbacks as per B-2 (Section 23.630.5), if abutting residential district, of 50 feet.~ The property to the north and east is zoned B-1. The property to She west and south is R-4 and Rzl, residentially zoned. Mr. Johnson is proposing a 30 foot setback to the rear lot llne with an atley of 20 feet between the property line of the apartment property and the property of the Cablesystems office facility. Note: (Yard, Rear - The portion of the yard on the same iot with the principal building located between the rear line of the building and rear lot line and extending for the full width of the lot.) He will be presenting at the meeting the landscaping, exterior storage, building design, etc. that the owners intend to construct. The parking spaces required for the facility is 2800 ¢ 400 = 7 spaces. They will store the serving vans in the garage portion o~ the building. Recommend: i would recommend granting the variance requested; as the intent, I feel, is to maintain open space between the residentially zoned prop- erty and the commercial use. There will be a street right-of-way to the south and an alley to the west between the residential zoning. Section 23.603 District Boundaries states "District boundary lines as indicated on said Map follow lot lines, the center line of streets, the center lines of streets projected, the center line of railroad right-of-way, the center of water courses or the corporate limit lines, all as they exist, upon the effective date of this Section." The abutting property owners have been notified. Jan Bertrand Building Official Case No. 83-233 Planning Commission June 27, 1983 Minutes Case No. 83-233 20 Foot Variance to R-4 (Multiple Dwelling) and Site Plan Review for property at ~XXX Wilshire Boulevard (Corner of Maywood and Wilshire) Lots 24 to 27, Incl., Block 3, Shirley Hills Unit F Brian Johnson and also Stewart Gibson of Dowsat were present. The Building Inspector reviewed the request to construct an office and storage garage for Dowsat of Minnesota, cable company. She stated no setbacks were required except toward the residential. They are requesting a 20 foot variance to allow a 30 foot setback to the rear lot line. The request was discussed. Reese stated he'd like to see 'elevations; but th: this is good use of the land. Johnson showed the Commission a more devel~ plan and revjewed The design they are proposing. Building will be all The gBrage part will be cut down into the ground to allow 12 foot ce~ will have a 40 foot communication tower in front of building and ~' will be with exterior floods onto dishes. Discussed whether t~' back to the Commission. Reese moved and Jensen seconded a motion to recommend ap. setback variance to the abutting R-4 residentially zoned ~ was Michael against; all others in favor. Motion carried. like to see full site plan and everything laid out. The applicant stated that hopefully by the time of the Council me, would have what Michael is asking for. ~,,-..'.-.-. 3.t -"1'5'- ~"t ' ,.'/' .-"' '~ '~3 ',~ Z,7o HiRLEY' NOTE: "- ' ........ '" MAY'WOOD -- ----/~.o .... 22 f j . uz.r ~ zo..... 2¢ 9.24 /¢es.. ...... All rood data olong Co. RcLNo.t5 shown os ~. is token from Co. HwL . plan. Project No.4D04 RESOLUTION # 00- RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5200 WATERBURY ROAD, LOTS 13, 14, 15, AND 16, BLOCK 18, WHIPPLE, PID # 25-117-24 21 0149 P & Z CASE # 00-09 WHEREAS, Randall and Edca Beyreis, have submitted a request for a minor subdivision to create one additional lot from the existing lot of record at 5200 Waterbury Lane; and, WHEREAS, the subject property is located within the R-2 Two Family Residential Zoning Distdct which according to City Code requires a minimum lot area of 6,000 square feet; and, WHEREAS, proposed Parcel A would encompass 6404 square feet with 80 feet of street frontage on Waterbury Place. Proposed Parcel B would encompass 6568 square feet with 80.8 feet of street frontage also on Waterbury Place. Each parcel meets the R-2 minimum requirements for 40 feet of street frontage and 6,000 square feet of lot area; and. WHEREAS, the existing home on proposed Parcel B will remain. With the minor subdivision, the status of the property as a lot of record changes to a non lot of record, reducing the allowable hardcover to 30 percent of the lot area and sideyard setbacks to 10 feet; and, WHEREAS, as proposed the existing home would have nonconforming side and rear yard setbacks and hardcover. Existing parcel B currently has conforming hardcover and sideyard setbacks, with and existing nonconforming rear yard setback of 14.5 feet; and, WHEREAS, an existing sanitary sewer service stub is provided to proposed parcel A; and, WHEREAS, water service to proposed parcel A is not currently provided and would require a service extension from Tuxedo Blvd.; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the request and recommended approval of the minor subdivision as recommended by staff; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota as follows: The City does hereby grant a minor subdivision of the property pursuant to Section 330:20, Subdivision 1 .B. with the following conditions: a. Final grading and drainage plan be approved by the City Engineer at the time of building permit application. b. Provide utility and drainage easements along all new lot lines, five (5) feet wide on side lot lines and ten (10) feet in width along front and rear lot lines. c. The water service for Parcel A either be installed from the city main in Tuxedo Boulevard or some type of financial guarantee provided, such as cash escrow or performance bond. d. Any deficient watermain charges shall be collected. e. The lot line between Parcel A and B be moved to allow the sideyard setback of the house on Parcel B to conform to a 10 feet setback. f. The hardcover of Parcel B conform to the 30% non lot of record standard. g. Park dedication fee of $500 be paid at the time of building permit issuance. This Minor Subdivision is granted for the following new legally described property: The property owner shall have the responsibility of filing this resolution with Hennepin County and paying all costs for such recording. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Planning Commission Minutes March 13, 2000 MINUTES MOUND ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2000 Those present: Chair Geoff Michael; Commissioners: Orvin Burma, Becky Glister, Cklair Hasse, Bill Voss, Frank Weiland. Absent and excused: Commissioners Michael Mueller and Jerry Clapsaddle, Council Liaison Bob Brown. Staff present: City Planner Loren Gordon, Building Official Jori Sutherland, and Secretary Sue McCulloch. The following public were present: Janice Beise, John Beise, Kristin Beise, Erica Beyreis, Randy Beyreis, Tom Bordwell, Marilyn Byrnes, Linda Kladstrup, Steven Kladstrup, Sharon Cook, Marge Driesser, Tom Driesser, David Dvorak, Mic Gronberg, Jerry Kohls, Ted Lentz, Peter Meyer, Bill Netka, Dorothy Netka, Duane Norberg, Brad Nordgren, Dotty O'Brien, Lowell Olson, Leona Peterson, Larry Peitiorski, Roger Reed, Amy Reese, Tom Reese, Jeff Ritnal, Betty VVeiland, Roger Westman, Ben Withhard. CASE # 00-09: MINOR SUBDIVISION; TO CREATE TWO PARCELS FROM ONE EXISTING PARCEL; 5200 WILSHIRE ROAD, BLK 18, LOTS 13-16, WHIPPLE; PID#25-117-24-21-0149. Gordon presented this case. He stated the applicant submitted a request for a minor subdivision to create one additional lot from an existing lot of record. The property is located at the corner of Tuxedo Road and Waterbury Place consisting of lots 13, 14, 15, and 16, Block 18 of Whipple. The lot has approximately 12,972 square feet of area as is currently held. Gordon stated, as proposed, the property would be spht into two lots. Parcel B would remain for the existing home and would conform to lot area and width standards for the R-2 zoning district. Structure setbacks are conforming for front yards along both roads but are nonconforming for side and rear setbacks at 5.9 and 14.5 feet respectively. With the minor subdivision the status of the property as a lot of record changes to a nonlot of record, reducing the allowable hardcover to 30 percent of the lot area. The total hardcover for parcel B is 41 percent over that requirement by 739 square feet. Gordon stated Parcel A, as proposed, would consist of lots 13 and 14. Total lot area as proposed is 6,404 square feet with 80 feet of frontage on Waterbury Place. The new parcel would also be subject to nonlot of record hardcover provisions of 30 percent impervious surface. Although a house plan is not sited on the survey, all applicable R-lA district bulk provision would be applicable. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Ptannina Commission Minutes March 13, 2000 Given the dimensions of the lot, attention to setback will be needed for a new home to meet all district requirements. Gordon stated most of the drainage on the block is routed through the property. The survey indicated where drainage will be directed along property lines but given the unknown house plans, additional grading and drainage information is needed to insure there is not an inhibited flow through the property. Drainage swales will be most likely be needed along side and rear property lines to provide for proper drainage. Additionally, easements for drainage and utilities will be needed as required by the City Engineer. There is not a water line in Waterbury Place and water service will need to be connected from the main in Tuxedo Road. No plans are shown on the survey indicating how service will be provided. Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend Council approve the minor subdivision as requested with the following conditions: 2. 3. 4. Final grading, drainage and erosion control plan be approved by the City Engineer prior to release of an approved resolution. Provide utility and drainage easements consistent with the City Engineer's recommendation. Water service plans be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to release of an approved resolution. The sanitary sewer service stub for Parcel A either be installed or some type of financial guarantee provided, such as cash escrow or performance bond. The lot line between Parcel A and B be moved to allow the sideyard setbacks of the house on Parcel B to conform to a 10 feet setback. T,qe hardcover of Parcel B conform to 30 percent standard. Park dedication fee of $500 be paid at the time of building permit issuance. Weiland asked if by moving the lot line four feet, would there be enough footage in Parcel A. Gordon stated by this move, it would have to be carefully monitored, but both parcels would be conforming. He further stated the hardcover would be very close to the 30 percent, but the City Engineer would have to calculate this in more exact terms. Voss asked why the survey does not show the correct numbers. Gordon stated this was the survey presented to the City at this time and this is what is being proposed by staff with the information given to them. Voss stated he would be hesitant to pass this on to City Council without an appropriate survey showing the exact lines and the conformities. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Plannina Commission Minute~ March 13. 2000 Randy Beyreis, the applicant, stated the survey has errors on it and staff recommended to him to have this corrected. Chair Michael stated it would be for the benefit of the applicant to table this case until updated information has been received by the Planning Commission to make an appropriate recommendation to City Council. The applicant stated before tabling it, he would like to present his suggestions and recommendations. The applicant stated the sewer has already been stubbed in properly, although the water has not been installed. He would like to wait with the water until the building permit has been requested and not having an escrow figured in with the subdivision. Mr. Beyreis stated the hardcover is the big issue. He stated he would like the boulevard to be used as part of green space for the hardcover calculations rather than moving the lot line. He stated they currently take care of this boulevard. Mr. Beyreis stated if they include this area, the hardcover would be approximately 33 percent. Gordon stated this boulevard is City owned and public right-of-way property. Burma asked if Gordon could explain in general what 5.9 feet entailed. Gordon stated this is 5 and 9/10ths feet. Burma stated by moving the lot line, a nonconformity would still exist in the hardcover calculations. Gordon stated this could be corrected by removing part of the driveway or closing the throat of the driveway as well. The Applicant stated he would prefer not to change the driveway because of the steep slope on his driveway (about 30 percent). Weiland stated would not vote on this subdivision unless it is up to building code on both subdivisions. Voss asked if the boulevard has ever been included in a subdivision. Burma stated the boulevard has been considered in a variance, but not in a subdivision. Voss asked staff how the City would enforce having the driveway removed to meet the hardcover requirements. Gordon stated the amount would be calculated and then the City would come in and remove it. Chair Michael stated Commissioner Mueller presented a written statement to the Planning Commission stating he recommends the subdivision according to staff recommendations. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Mound Planning Commission Minutes March 13. 2000 MOTION by Voss, seconded by Glister, to approve the minor subdivision according to staff recommendations 1-7 listed above, and changing number 6 at the end of the statement to read "by granting the City easement rights." Discussion. Burma stated he has calculated this subdivision to be conforming on both parcels if the lot line was moved over 5 feet and the flag on the driveway would be removed. Weiland asked if a variance has ever been granted on a subdivision. Gordon stated this has not been granted by the Planning Commission. The applicant stated he would appreciate the driveway staying as it is and having the subdivision granted with a variance. Voss stated if this subdivision is not properly performed regarding the 30 percent hardcover, there would be drainage problems in the future for the applicant. Gordon further stated to the applicant that filtering of this water is an important factor to be considered in a city like Mound to benefit the water quality of the surrounding lakes. Chair Michael reminded the applicant that the Planning Commission is a recommending body and he could certainly present his case to the City Council where legal counsel is present and another solution may result at that point. Mr. Beyreis asked again if the escrow could be deferred until the building permit is requested. Gordon stated the building permit would not be issued without sewer and water hookups already in existence. He stated these hookups need to be done upfront. He suggested the applicant address this as part of a purchase agreement at the sale of the property. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0. Chair Michael recommended to the applicant that he attend the City Council meeting on March 28, 2000, when his case will be discussed. Beyreis, Randy To: Subject: Staff Recommendations with Applicant's Comments: Final grading, drainage, and erosion control plan to be approved by the City Engineer prior to release of an approved resolution. · Applicant requests that this be done with application for building permit. 2. Provide utility and drainage easements consistent with the City Engineer's recommendation. 3. Water service plans be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to release of an approved resolution. 4. Tho sanitary sowor sorvico stub and (The sanitary sewer stub exists) The water service for parcel A either be installed or some type of financial guarantee provided, such as cash escrow or performance bond. · Applicant requests that th~s be done with application for building permit. The lot line between parcel A and B be moved to allow the sideyard setback of the house on parcel B to conform to a 10 feet setback. · Applicant requests a variance to 6 feet. The hardcover of parcel B to conform to 30% standard. · Applicant requests a variance to 41%. See attached for more information. 7. Park dedication fee of $500 be paid at the time of building permit issuance. 0 o~ loS( RECEivEr, flat? ~ 3 2000 MOUND PLi~II~ifCG ~ /Nsp PLANNING REPORT Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. TO: Mound Council, Planning Commission and Staff FROM: Loren Gordon, AICP DATE: March 13, 2000 SUBJECT: Minor Subdivision OWNER: Randall and Erica Beyreis CASE NUMBER: 00-09 HKG FILE NUMBER: 00-5 LOCATION: 5200 Waterbury Road ZONING: Residential District R-2 COMPREItENSIVE PLAN: Residential BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The applicant has submitted a request for a minor subdivision to create one additional lot from an existing lot of record. The property is located at the comer of Tuxedo Road and Waterbury Place consisting of lots 13, 14, 15, and 16 Block 18 of Whipple. The lot has approximately 12,972 square feet of area as is currently held. As proposed, the property would be split into two lots. Parcel B would remain for the existing home and would conform to lot area and width standards for the R-2 zoning district. Structure setbacks are conforming for front yards along both roads but are nonconforming for side and rear setbacks at 5.9 and 14.5 feet respectively. With the minor subdivision, the status of the property as a lot of record changes to a non lot c~f record, reducing the allowable hardcover to 30% of the lot area. The total hardcover for parcel B is 41% over that requirement by 739 square feet. Parcel A as proposed, would consist of lots 13 and 14. Total lot area as proposed is 6404 square feet with 80 feet of frontage on Waterbury Place. The new parcel would also be subject to non lot of record hardcover provisions of 30% impervious surface. Although a house plan is not sited on the survey, all applicable R-IA district bulk provisions would be applicable. Given the dimensions of the lot, attention to setback will be needed for a new home to meet all district requirements. Most of the drainage on the block is routed through the property. The survey indicated where drainage will be directed along property lines but given the unknown house plans, additional 123 North Third Street, Suite I00, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (612) 338-0800 Fax (612) 338-6838 p. 2 #00-09 Beyreis Minor Subdivision March 13, 2000 grading and drainage information is needed to insure there is not an inhibited flow through the property. Drainage swales will most likely be needed along side and rear property lines to provide for proper drainage. Additionally, easements for drainage and utilities will be needed as required by the City Engineer. There is not a water line in Waterbury Place and water service will need to be connected from the main in Tuxedo Road. No plans are shown on the survey indicating how service will be provided. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend Council approve the minor subdivision as requested with the following conditions. 1. Final grading, drainage and erosion control plan be approved by the City Engineer prior to release of an approved resolution. 2. Provide utility and drainage easements consistent with the City Engineer's recommendation. 3. Water service plans be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to release of an approved resolution. 4. The sanitary sewer service stub and the water service for Parcel A either be installed or some type of financial guarantee provided, such as cash escrow or performance bond. 5. The lot line between Parcel A and B be moved to allow the sideyard setback of the house on Parcel B to conform to a 10 feet setback. 6. The hardcover of Parcel B conform to 30% standard. 7. Park dedication fee of $500 be paid at the time of building permit issuance. 123 North Third Street, Suite 100, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (612) 338-0800 Fax (612) 338-6838 I I ~ I I I I ~ ~i Engineering · Planning o mill Surveying Associates, Inc NaR 0 9 MOUND PLANNttyL d, INS~: MEMORA ND UM DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Comments March 7, 2000 Jon Sutherland, Planning & Zoning John Cameron, City Engineer Minor Subdivision Beyreis Property 5200 Waterbury. Road Case #00-09 MFRA #12809 o The survey submitted with the application does not include a proposed house location or any proposed elevations; Therefore a detailed grading and drainage plan will be required when application is made for a building permit. The property to the north and northwest presently drains across Parcel A, which will need to be taken into account when the final grading plan is prepared. The original plat of "Whipple" did not include any drainage and utility easements along lot lines; Therefore, drainage and utility easement should be provided along all new lot lines. It appears from City utility records that there is an existing sanitary sewer service to Lot 14, however there is no city watermain located in Waterbury Road. The closest city main is located in Tuxedo Boulevard. I have discussed this with Greg Skinner and it appears the most feasible solution is to install a long service from the main in Tuxedo Boulevard, across the front of Parcel B, just behind the curb. A 10 foot easement would be required for this service. The cost of installing this service would be the responsibility of the applicant and would need to be constructed to City standards. 15050 23rd Avenue North · Plymouth. Minnesota · 55447 phone 612/476-6010 fax 612,/476-8532 e-mail: mfra,¢'mfra, corn Jon Sutherland March 7, 2000 Page 2 The combination of these 4 lots as one parcel was assessed one (1) unit charge when the street improvements were done in 1980. If it is the City's desire to continue the policy of collecting deferred unit charges when properties are re-divided and additional building units are created, then this property should be charged for an additional unit in the amount of $1,828.15. 5. The original watermain assessment records should also be checked for an deficient charges. 6. The survey needs to be revised to show the correct lot numbers both on the drawing and in the proposed legal description for both new parcels. Recommendations We recommend the following conditions become a part of the subdivision approval: 1. Final grading and drainage plan to be approved by the City Engineer at time of building permit application. 2. Provide drainage and utility easements along all new lot lines, five (5) feet wide on side lot lines and ten (10) feet in width along front and rear lot lines. 3. A new water service either be installed from the city main in Tuxedo Boulevard or some type of financial guarantee provided, such as cash escrow or performance bond. 4. One deficient street unit charge in the amount of $1,828.15 shall be paid. 5. Any deficient watem~ain charge shall be collected. s:'xmain\rnou 12809Lsutherlandmemo3-7 Application for MINOR SUBDIVISION OF LAND city of Mound, 5341 Maywood Road, Mound, MN 55364 Phone: 472-0600, Fax: 472-0620 PAiD ]. ? ,:000 Commission Date: City Council Date: pA Case No. ~--"'~ '-{ ¥~ OF Application Fee: $75.00 Distribution: ~ I- ('~ 0 City Planner '~- I - 0i~)DNR ~- I -Ob Public Works ~, Other "~ - ( - c~l) City Engineer Escrow Deposit: Deficient Unit Charges? Delinquent Taxes? $1,000 VARIANCE REQUIRED? Please type or print the following information: PROPERTY Subject Address .~2..C~C~ ~.,~.'r~'~JF~ ~h INFORMATION EXISTING Lot ~ ~ ~ ]~ ~ I ~ I ~ Block ~ ~ Plat~ ~ ~ 7~ LEGAL DESCRIPTION Subdivision ~,~/~ PID~ ~- - /[7- ~-2/-d/~ ZONING DISTRICT Circle: R-1 R-1Af'"~R-2 .~ R-3 B-1 B-2 B-3 APPLICANT OWNER (if other than applicant) The applicant is: .~_.~owner other: Name ~i~./~J)~ L I ,~.~J,l~ F.R, tC~ Address ~ ~R~u¢~M Phone (H) {W) Address (M) ~ Phone (H) (W) (M) Name SURVEYOR/ ENGINEER Address 7~I ~--~¢'c.~ ~e-.~,.e /~"~r~, Phone (H) Has an application ever been made for zoning, variance, conditional use permit, or other zoning procedure for this property? ( ) yes,,,(~ no. If yes, list date(s) of application, action taken, resolution number(s) and provide copies of resolutions. This application must be signed by all owners of the subject property, or an explanation given why this is not the case. WHO'S Signature , Date 'Owner's Sign~a~ure Dar Rev. 10-27-99 PROPOSED MINOR SUBDIVISION ERICA BEYERIS LOT SURVEYS COMPANY, INC. [.AND SURVEYOR~ ~m~or~r~ (Zrrttfh'at~ 0- DENOTES IRON 80.0 , ~ ~ ' [ 1 '~ ~ ~ , ' I ' ~.~ o : PLACE CITY OF MOUND HARDCOVER CALCULATIONS (IMPERVIOUS SURFACE C;0VE~AGE) PROPERTY AI~DRESS: OWNER'S NAME: LOT AREA LOT AREA LOT AREA SQ. FT. SQ. FT. X 40% SQ. FT. X 15% X 30% = (for all lots) .............. = (for Lots of Record') ....... = (for detached buildings only) *Existing Lots of Record may have 40 percent coverage provided that techniques are utilized, as outlined in Zoning Ordinance Section 350:1225,Subd. 6. B. 1. (see back). A plan must be submimed and a,~aroved by the Building Official. HOUSE DETACHED BLDGS GARAGE/SHED) L.ENGTH WIDTH z'-( x z"/ X TOTAL HOUSE ......................... X = X TOTAL DETACHED BLDGS ................. DRIVEWAY, PARKING AREAS, SIDEWALKS, ETC. DECKS Open decks (l/J." min. o~ening between boards) with a pewious surface under are not counted as hardcover OTHER TOTAL DRIVEWAY, ETC .................. X = X = X = TOTAL DECK .......................... X = X = TOTAL OTHER ......................... TOTAL HARDCOVER / IMPERVIOUS SURFACE / OVER,,,, (indicate difference) ' . .... z ? ,'-/3 %" I I '7/ .¢.~"- i+ I,o~,~ 'L- /0 o CII'Y OF MOUND - ZONING INFORMATION SIIEET SURVEY ON FII.E? YES / NO I.O'1' OF RECORD? YES I NO YARD ] DIRE( ' I'ION IlOUSE ......... FRONT N S~E W FRONT N S [0 W SIDE N S E W SIDE N S E W REAR N S E W LAKE N S E W TOP OF BLUFF ZONING DISI'RlCT, LOT SIZE/WIDTII: EXISTING LOT SIZE: Ri io,ooo/6o Bi '7,500/0 LOTWIDIII: R1A 6,000/40 82 20.000/80 6, O00/4-D~-~ 83 10.000/60 14, ooo/~ LOT DEPTII: R3 SEE ORD. 1'! 30,000/100 [ EXISTING/PROPOSED VARIANCE REQUIRED I · 7_ 0 15' 50' I0' OR 30' GARAGE, SIIED ..... DF. TACIIED BUII.I)INOS FRONT N S E W FRONT N S E W SIDE N S E W SIDE N S E W REAR N S E W LAKE N S E W l'OP OF BI.UFF 4' OR6' 4' OR6' 4' 50' I0' OR 30' 7,^R,,C,,VER 3O% O,~ 40% CONFORMING7 YES I NO ' Thin Zoning Infolomlion Sheel Ol._~fl¥ snmmarizcs a portion of the {equiremenls outlined in Ihe Cil.y of Mouod Zoning Ordinance. For finLher information, comact file City of Mound l'lanning I)epamnent at 472-06(X}. 4~ ° M~rch 22, 2000 RESOLUTION #00- RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A PUBLIC LANDS PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR TRIMMING AND BRUSH AND SUMAC REMOVAL ON DEVON COMMONS ADJACENT TO 4625 ISLAND VIEW DRIVE LOT 10, BLOCK 1,DEVON DOCK SITE # 41319 WHEREAS, the applicant, Mason C. Powers, is seeking approval to remove small brush and sumac (approximately eight feet wide), in order to allow for storage of a dock lift; and, WHEREAS, the subject property is on Devon Commons and abuts the above address; and, WHEREAS, City Code Section 320, requires City Council approval by a four-fifths vote for construction of any kind on any public way, park or commons, or the alteration of the natural contour of any public way, park, or commons; and, WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the request and finds it to be consistent with all applicable sections of the city ordinances; and, WHEREAS, the Dock and Commons Commission reviewed this request and unanimously recommend approval of the request with conditions; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, as follows: To approve the application for a Construction on Public Lands Permit as submitted to remove brush and sumac and allow an electrical ou, let with the following conditions: ao The applicant shall coordinate the brush and sumac removal with the Parks Director and notify the Parks Director when the work is completed. The applicant shall remove the remaining stub from the old flag pole and restore the area as required by the Parks Director (grass seed and mulch would be acceptable). March 22, 2000 Dock site 41319 - Powers P. 2 The applicant shall work with the Building Official to verify the electrical outlet is installed to the satisfaction of the State Electrical Inspector. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Councilmember and The following Councilmembers voted in the affirmative: The following Councilmembers voted in the negative: Mayor Attest: City Clerk CITY OF MOUND DOCK AND COMMONS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 2000 Present were: Chair Jim Funk, Commissioners Mark Goldberg, Greg Eurich, Gerald Jones, and Frank Ahrens, and Council Representative Mark Hanus. Also present were Park Director Jim Fackler, Dock Inspector Tom McCaffrey, and Secretary Kristine Kitzman. Chair Funk called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 4. PUBLIC LANDS PERMIT a. Mason C. Powers, 4625 Island View Drive Park Director Fackler summarized the request for sumac/brush removal that is adjacent to this stainNay, as described in the Staff Report dated March 8, 2000. Staff recommends approval of the request to remove brush and also the additional items listed in the Staff Report. Chair Funk questioned the origin of the additional items. Fackler stated that the Building Official, Jon Sutherland, added the issues of the electrical outlet, the remaining pole stub, and the water irrigation pipe. Motion made by Ahrens, seconded by Goldberg, to approve the request for public lands permit, and to direct staff to check records to see if the added items were discussed in the past. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364-1687 (612) 472-0600 FAX (612) 472-0620 DATE: MEETING DATES: TO: FROM: STAFF REPORT March 8, 2000 March 16. 2000 Dock and Commons Commission (D&C) April 11, 2000 City Council Dock and Commons Commission, City Council, and Applicant Jon Sutherland. Building Official SUBJECT: SUMAC/BRUSH REMOVAL APPLICATION Mason C Powers Current Address: 2230 South Plymouth Road 4625 Island View Drive Apartment #203 Devon Commons Minnetonka Mn 55305 Background/Comments. The applicant is seeking a permit as described in the attached application and survey in order to remove a swath of sumac and brush that is adjacent to his stairway on the commons. The request is a result of the need to install and provide for a place for winter storage for a boat lift. The Parks Direc:or has advised that it is permissible to store the lift on the commons during the winter as this is classified as non traversable. The trimming would be limited to an area approximately eight feet wide to the south side of the stair. There have been similar requests to trim sumac that have been approved on this site in the past. This request requires us to look at the Shoreland Management Ordinance (SMO), Section 350:1225 Subd. 4. Which states in part "limited clearing to provide a view is permitted provided that screening of structures is not substantially reduced" In this case, there are trees on both sides that provide screening and theretbre the request is not inconsistent with the SMO. In addition to the request there are the following issues to address: 1) Electrical outlet; staff recommends approval subject to verification of inspection by the State Electrical Inspector. If the outlet meets the electrical code there is no cost to the applicant. If corrections are required the applicant could remove the outlet or have it updated by a licensed electrical contractor. This issue may have been resolved however I have not found the documentation in the file. ortnteO ot~ recycled paper 2) Staff recommends the remaining stub, possibly from an old flag pole, be removed by the applicant. 3) Water Irrigation Pipe; staff recommends approval, a plumber is not required since the water is for irrigation only. Recommendation. Staff recommends the D&C recommend approval of the request to remove the sumac and brush as identified in the application and also the additional items as noted above. The work shall be coordinated by the Parks Director. The owner shall give the Parks Director 24 hours notice prior to starting the work and provide for erosion control as needed. The abutting property, owners have been notified of this request. 03/02/00 14:42 Rev. 4/97 FAX CITY OF ,~IOUND __ PUBLIC LAND PERMIT .M:~PLICATION CITY OF MOUND, 5341 Maywood Road, Mound, MN Phone: 472-0600, Fax: 472-0620 DISTRIBUTION: - ~,-~ BUILDING OFFICIAL · ~. ~,,,,pARKS DIRECTOR DNR MCWD · "~'v ] PUBLIC WORKS [~003 55364 / DOCK MEETING DATE" CITY COUNCIL DATE (check one): ,I CONSTRUCTION ON PUBLIC LAND PERMIT - new constrac~ion. NOTE: NO PERMIT SHALL BE ISSUED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF BOAT HOUSES OR OTHER BUILDINGS ON PUBLIC LAND (City Code Section 320, Subd. 1). PU'BLIC LAND ~ENA_NCE PERMIT - to allow repairs to an existing structure (City Code Section 320, Subd. 3). CONTINUATION OF STRUCTURE - to anow an existing encroachment to remain in am "as is" condition (City Code Section 320, Subd. 3). ~ LAND ALTERATION ~, etc. (Ckty Code Section 320, change hi shoreline, ~ainage, ve ge~tiol5, Subd. 4). The structure or work you are requesting is aa activity on publicly owned lands. Structures like boat houses, patios, sheds, etc. are all NONCONFOR34ING USES. It- is the intent of the City. to bring all these uses into conformance which means that those structures will at some time in the future have to be removed from the public land~. All permit~ are granted [or a limited time and are non-transferable. Stairway constroction must meet the State Building Code when the permit is for new construction, or a new permit is applied for due to change in dock site holder. Applicant Name ~ A~ o I,~I Abu~in9 ProDertv Legal Description Public Property Contractor Address Phone Address Owner Lot Subd. Name Dock Site Name Address Phone Block Shoreline Type VALUATION/PROPOSED COST OF PROJECT (INCLUDING LABOR & MATERIALS): DESCRIBE REQUF_~T & PURPOSE: 135 May 25, 1993 RESOLUTION %93-64 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A LAND ALTERATIONS PERMIT AND A CONSTRUCTION ON PUBLIC LANDS PERMIT TO ALLOW THE TRIMMING OF SUMAC A/TD REPLACEMENT OF A STAIRWAY ON DEVON COMMONS, ABUTTING 4625 ISLAND VIEW DRIVE, LOT 10, BLOCK 1, DEVON ABUTTING DEVON COMMONSt DOCK SITE ~41319 WHEREAS, Charles and Mary Faith have applied for a Land Alteration Permit to allow trimming of Sumac on Devon Commons abutting their property, and; WHEREAS, staff discussed with the applicant, after the initial application was received, that the stairway needed to be repaired and/or replaced and must meet Building Code requirements, and; WHEREAS, City Code Section 320, requires City Council approval by a four-fifths vote for construction of any kind on any public way, park or commons, or the alteration of the natural contour of any public way, park, or commons, and; WHEREAS, the applicant's reason for trimming the sumac is to enhance the view of the lake, and; WHEREAS, the City's Shoreland Management Ordinance allows limited clearing and trimming of vegetation on steep slopes to provide a view to the water from the principal dwelling site provided that screening of structures is not substantially reduced. WHEREAS, trees can be trimmed in a manner appropriate for removal of branches to benefit the trees. Healthy trees and plants with healthy root systems must remain intact to prevent erosion of the steep slope, and; WHEREAS, staff must conduct an on-site evaluation with the applicant or a licensed tree trimmer hired by the applicant. All trimming must be removed from the site and cost of removal and trimming is the applicant's responsibility, and; WHEREAS, the existing stairway is in poor condition and the permit is expired. Miscellaneous electrical work and water supply piping from the house is evident on Devon Commons and no permit is on record for this work. A portion of a fence is on Devon Commons, shared with 4617 Island View Drive, and there is no permit. The owner states the fence belongs to the neighbor. WHEREAS, the Park and Open Space Commission reviewed this request and unanimously recommended approval, with conditions. 135 136 May 25, 1993 ~OW, THEREFORE, B~ IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, as follows: To approve a Land Alteration Permit to allow the trimming of Sumac and a Construction on Public Lands Permit to replace the existing stairway, on Devon Common abutting 4625 Island View Drive, upon the following conditions: ae Only one occasion permitted for trimming and minor clearing of trees and sumac, as directed by staff. Staff must conduct an on-site evaluation with the applicant or a licensed tree trimmer hired by the applicant. All trimming must be removed from the site and cost of removal and trimming is the applicant's responsibility. The existing stairway must be replaced to code in the same location. A plan must be submitted and approved by staff prior to any construction. Ail electrical work on public property is required by State law to be installed by a qualified licensed electrical contractor and inspected and approved by the State Electrical Inspector. The City Council must first approve of the proposed installation. A scaled site plan must be submitted showing in detail the location of all electrical services on Devon Commons. All power supply to the commons from 4625 Island View Drive must be disconnected by a qualified electrical contractor until such work is approved by the City Council. The applicant must verify disconnection with City staff. D. The fence must be removed. The water supply piping may remain upon the condition that the installation be approved by the City Plumbing Inspector. The applicant must verify with City staff. The applicant shall be responsible for the plumbing permit and any inspection fees that result. Fe If compliance to these conditions has not been achieved within one (1) year of date of approval of the permit, the applicant's dock license will not be issued until compliance has been achieved. The Permit must be renewed with change in ownership of the residence at 4625 Island View Drive, or with change in dock license holder. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Smith and seconded by Councilmember Ahrens. 136 ]37 ~ay 2B, 1993 The following voted in the affirmative: Ahrens, Jensen, Jessen, Johnson and Smith. Attest: City Clerk The following voted in the negative: none. ,/. 137 03/02/00 13:47 FAX CITY OF ~IOL.~D [~002 CASE NO. 8~-232 Pl&t Of Survey' · for I~w H.. ,~aeks Mt 10, &l~ck i, iM,v~n .' Scale: 1~ = 30' Date s ~-13-7V o -'s Iron 'marker Go~don R. Co££L~ Reg.. Ltnd Sm'veYOr. an~ pl-~er ...... 'f, on~ ~lm; l,t~.zmesot.~~''- ' Z / / V° ~. ~.t.' HANOVER ROAD lA //~ PUTMAN ROAD / 19 "/18 '/ / 17' TUXEDO BLVD. , 7 x ~'C' Hennepin County ,An Equal Opportunity Employer March 15, 2000 City Clerk City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 Dear City Clerk: Enclosed please find the Lease Agreement between your city and Hennepin County for the new election equipment. Please have the agreement routed to the proper authority for approval and return the signed original to our office no later than Wednesday, April 12, 2000. Once we have received the approved agreement from you, the process of delivery of new equipment and retrieval of the old Optech IlIP precinct counters will begin. ES&S will be contacting you to establish a convenient date and time. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at (612)348-5103. Thank you, Mar~e Chdstianson, Manager Elections Division MC:mdd enclosure Taxpayer Services Department A-600 Hennepin County Government Center Minneapolis, Minnesota 5~487-0060 Recycled Pak~ I(o5 Agreement No. HENNEPIN COUNTY/CITY OF MOUND LEASE AGREEMENT A08190 THIS AGREEMENT, made by and between the COUNTY OF HENNEPIN and the CITY OF MOUND, both political subdivisions of the State of Minnesota, hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the "City" respectively. For purposes of this Agreement, the address of the County is A2300 Government Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 and the address of the City is 5341 Maywood Road, Mound. Minnesota 55364. WITNESSETH WHEREAS, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners in Resolution Number 99-6- 426 authorized the purchase of election equipment (hereinafter "Election Equipment") for a countywide optical scan voting system, election hardware and services through the State of Minnesota Cooperative Purchasing Agreement; and WHEREAS. the County pursuant to Minn. Stat. {3 383B. 145, Subd. 9 may transfer property to the City for its use; and WHEREAS, the County desires to lease new Election Equipment to the City for use in all City elections. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual undertakings and agreements hereinafter set forth, the County and the City agree as follows: Section 1 SCOPE OF AGREEMENT 1.1 The County hereby leases to the City at the cost identified below and subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and the City hereby agrees to lease from the County Election Equipment identified as: one (1) Model 100 Optical Scan Precinct Count Unit (including two (2) PCMIA memory cards, one (1) Model 100 metal ballot box, one (1) Model 100 hard cover carrying case, and one (1) Model 100 soft cover carry case) for each precinct contained within the City. The County may additionally lease to the City and the City may lease from the County one (1) Model 100 Optical Scan Precinct Count Unit and related items identified above for each backup Optech IIIP Precinct Count Unit transferred to the County by the City for trade-in value. Section 2 2.1 2.2 OWNERSHIP The City acknowledges that the County owns the Election Equipment and that the City is authorized to use said Election Equipment for official election related purposes. Use of the Election Equipment for any other purpose is strictly prohibited absent express written consent of the County. The City acknowledges and agrees that the Election Equipment ma3,' contain proprietary and trade secret information that is owned by Election Systems and Software (ESS) and is protected under federal copyright law or other laws. rules, regulations and decisions. The City shall protect and maintain the proprietary and trade secret status of the Election Equipment. 3.1 Section 3 HANDLING OF EQUIPMENT AND INDEMNIFICATION The City shall be responsible for the Election Equipment while it is in the City's custody. The City either through insurance or a self-insurance program shall be responsible for all costs, fees, damages and expenses including but not limited to personal injury, storage. damage, repair and/or replacement of the Election Equipment while this contract is in effect, consistent with the City's defense and indemnity obligations contained in Section 5.6 herein. Section 4 4.1 TERM, TERMINATION The City and the County agree that thL Agreement is in effect during the period commencing upon signature by the County and terminating when the Cit')' and County mutually agree that the equipment will no longer be used for the City's elections, unless terminated sooner by either party with cause upon seven (7) calendar days' written notice to the other. 5.1 Section 5 OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS No Waiver. No delay or omission by either party hereto to exercise any right or power occurring upon any noncompliance or default by the other party with respect to any of the terms of this Agreement shall impair any such right or power or be construed to be a 2 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 waiver thereof unless the same is consented to in writing. A waiver by either of the parties hereto of any of the covenants, conditions, or agreements to be observed by the other shall not be construed to be a waiver of any succeeding breach thereof or of any covenant, condition, or agreement herein contained. All remedies provided for in this Agreement shall be cumulative and in addition to, and not in lieu of. any other remedies available to either party at law, in equity, or otherwise. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, and there are no understandings or agreements relative hereto other than those that are exl:'ressed herein. No change, waiver, or discharge hereof shall be valid unless in writing and executed by both parties. No Assignment. Neither party shall assign, sublet or transfer this Agreement. either in whole or in part. without the prior written consent of the other part.',', and any attempt to do so shall be void and of no force and effect. THE CITY AGREES THAT THE COUNTY IS FURNISHING THE ELECTION EQUIPMENT ON AN "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY SUPPORT WHATSOEVER, AND WITHOUT REPRESENIATION OR ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OTHER THAN THOSE PROVIDED BY ESS, INCLUDING BUT NOT IN ANY MANNER LIMITED IO, FIINESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY OR THE ACCURACY AND COMPLETENESS OF THE ELECTION EQUIPMENI. THE COUNTY'S SOLE LIABILITY AND THE CITY'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY SUBSTANTIAL DEFECT WHICH IMPAIRS THE USE OF THE ELECTION EQUIPMENT FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN SHALL BE THE RIGHT TO TERMINATE THIS AGREEMENT. THE COUNTXi DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE ELECTION EQUIPMENT WILL BE ERROR FREE. THE COUNTY DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, RESPECTING THIS AGREEMENT OR THE ELECTION EQUIPMENT. In no event shall the County be liable for actual, direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential damages (even if the County has been advised of the possibility of such damage) or loss of profit, loss of business or any other financial loss or any other damage arising out of performance or failure of performance of this Agreement by the County. The County and the City agree each will be responsible for their own acts and omissions under this Agreement and the results thereof to the extent authorized by law and shall defend, indemni~' and hold harmless the other party for such acts. Each party shall not 3 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11 be responsible for the acts, errors or omissions of the other party under the Agreement and the results thereof. The parties' respective liabilities shall be governed by the provisions of the Municipal Tort Claims Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466, and other applicable law. This paragraph shall not be construed to bar legal remedies one party may have for the other party's failure to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement. Notice. Any notice or demand shall be in writing and shall be sent registered or certified mail to the other party addressed as follows: To the City: (Nme) City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 To the County: Hennepin County Administrator A-2300 Government Center (233) Minneapolis, MN 55487-0233 Copy to: Patrick H. O'Connor Director, Taxpayer Services Department A-600 Government Center (060) Minneapolis, MN 55487-0060 Audit Provision. Both parties agree that either party,', the State Auditor, or any of their duly authorized representatives at any time during normal business hours, and as often as they may reasonably deem necessary, shall have access to and the right to examine, audit, excerpt, and transcribe any books, documents, papers, records, etc., which are pertinent to the accounting practices and procedures of the other party and involve transactions relating to this Agreement. Such materials shall be maintained and such access and rights shall be in force and effect during the period of the contract and for six (6) years after its termination or cancellation. Whereas Clauses. The matters set forth in the "Whereas" clauses on page one of this Agreement are incorporated into and made a part hereof by this reference. Survival of Provisions. It is expressly understood and agreed that the obligations and warranties of the City and County hereof shall survive the completion of performance and termination or cancellation of this Agreement. Authority. The person or persons executing this Lease Agreement on behalf of the City and County represent that they are duly authorized to execute this Lease Agreement on behalf of the City and the County and represent and warrant that this Lease Agreement is a legal, valid and binding obligation and is enforceable in accordance with its terms. 4 5.12 For use of the Model 100 Optical Scan Precinct County Units, the City shall: 5.13 5.14 5.15 Pay the County the amount of One Hundred dollars ($100) per Model 100 Optical Scan Precinct Count Unit upon delivery to the City of said equipment; OR bo Convey to the County Optech IIIP Precinct Count Units equal in number to the number of Model 100 Precinct Count Units delivered to the City. The City makes no implied or express warranties concerning the equipment, and the County will accept the Optech IIIP Precinct Count Units if each is in reasonable working condition. Maintenance Agreement. The County will enter into a Maintenance Agreement with Election Systems & Software, Inc., for maintenance of the City equipment at the expiration :Tfthe WarranD; Period. determined to be December 31, 2001. The City shall obtain the services furnished by the Maintenance Agreement directly from Election Systems & Software. Inc.. The annual fee for said Maintenance Agreement shall be One Hundred TwenD--five dollars ($125) per unit. and any increase in the fee shall not exceed three percent (3%) of the prior two (2) year Maintenance Agreement with the County. The City shall reimburse the County for the County"s out-of-pocket costs in securing the Maintenance Agreement at the time of renewal of said agreement by the County. Payment by the City shall be made within thirty-five (35) days of receipt of invoice. Program Sen'ice. The County shall, without charge, provide programming services prior to each time the Ciw uses the Election Equipment. Sen, ice for the accumulation of election results ma.',' be made available at the discretion of the County. Inspection and Return of Equipment. The County shall have the right to enter into and upon the premises where the Election Equipment is located for the purposes of inspecting the same or observing its use, On an annual basis, during the term of this Agreement, the City shall comply with the County's request for verification of Election Equipment inventory. Upon te"mination of this Agreement, the city shall forthwith deliver the Election Equipment to the County or its designee, complete and in good order and working condition. The City shall be responsible for all costs, including but not limited to shipping, related to the repair or replacement of lost. stolen, destroyed or damaged Election Equipment. THIS PORTION OF PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK COUNTY BOARD APPROVAL CITY, having signed this contract, and the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners having duly approved this contract on the 3rd day of August, 1999, and pursuant to such approval, the proper County officials having signed this contract, the parties hereto agree to be bound by the provisions herein set forth. Approved as to form COUNTY OF HENNEPIN STATE OF MINNESOTA Assistant County Attorney Date: Approved as to execution By: Chair of Its County Board And: Assistant/County Administrator Assistant County Attorney Date: ATTEST: Deputy/Clerk of County Board CITY OF MOUND Approved as to form City Attorney Date: By: Mayor By: City Clerk/City Manager FAX ¢0 VERSHEE T CITY OF MOUND 5341 MA YWOOD ROAD MOUND, MN 55364 PHONE: 612-4.72-0600 FAX: 6,12-472-0620 TO: 4 PURPOSE: ~ For your information ~ As you reques:ed Take appropria~_- ac;ion As we discussed Reply to sender For your approval Other {see remarks) REMARF, S: PAYMENT BILLS DATE: MARCH 28, 2000 BILLS ACCOUNTS PAYABLE BATCH # AMOUNT #0031 $149,477.17 TOTAL BILLS $149,477.17 3lLblOC · ,12~lt~ 3/2c/b5 C.I 'FY "F A"jU:.T bFbC~I:~l$,, 4CCcU';T ~£.9: V~LVi ~,5SY, S£AL, .ATE,, .~,oH 7:-7~bC.-2320 i53.34 b~LL VALVE 1" 7~-7~0D-LZ10 i53.34 Jr;~L-Cm 1,424.01 V~.2 P~PTS AND VALVES 7~-780C,-23!0 ?.81 3 ? - ,'J 0 2'~ o-VO 5,~ 01-,,03,?-3229 30.37 02-00 5~0-4351 01-,~ 2:,0-3220 3~.37 u2-gu 5~0-~* 351 73-730t:-Z220 Z':.3~ 07'-~ ~ 5°0-~351 7~-7~j~-3220 IL .uZ 02-?( ~5-o7~9 01-41~:'-~220 5.~4 02-00 5~4-o52~ 73-730~-32P0 27.03 02-~0 P4ImOL =~45 53i-2110 Ci-4!40-322~ 27.uS O2-0U ~AR:ELL 5~i-o401 ~!-4149-3220 27.0; O2-q L} :LAZER 5~2-o404 0i-~140-3220 2'7.Ue 02-00 SCUAU ~C 5~i-i, 440 02-~140-3220 27.05 02-~0 5ed~D &~42 582-0442 01-4140-3220 27.0~ 27.G~ 02-06, S~'U~) =~4 5fi-04~4 Ci-414('-3220 .3~ OT-$v ~"~'~ F I~E 725-7506 2~-~17~-322~ .71 ~2-~ :"S~:~[ ~$ 751-35/2 ==-~7, 3220 .55 7.t! 02-,30 FSSCUE S75-4 502 22-~57q.-3220 36~ .71 j~ .... 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CIY F.,) 1to REt'All; S/2b/CO Z/'?o/30 7o-7 gOn-', g,~ 0 1310 7.:,- 73 u 3- 3,~ 90 : ',V', i (',. .,dr( PATE DAtE ~TAT~C~ 31v? ,.I~)4£r' I',C ,,5~55 O;L 310 312: I'~ z/2c,/;O L12: 12D 312L109 3/2::100 .)12:.t?0 V~ N ~3 i'-. ]'2T AL P ,¢ R C a A S E J O d ,', '4 A L £]T'r 0F A'.'uU,,T JESC~IkTI]N 1,uc7.u? 5f, Y.dC 3~4.br' O2-2~-ug TUX~.O CLJF:E, STOP 3z4.0 i,23~.b] 02-gO $NO~' PLOkIhG &,ha7.75 Jr NL-CD o253 Z,l~.~O T~.-,'J C3-i0-00 PRO SEkVlCkS 2,17:.00 2i73 g'5.0C 2OuO DOCK REFUND oS.~O J;NL-CD 52c.5~ I'TE;~vIE, C]IY t'ANAGE= 3!~.5~ 2~V,,77.z7 !0!0 73-7309-3LOO lOlo lOlO 7J-73GC-Z~F0 !010 01-4250-4230 40-0000-42~0 i010 1310 81-3260-0030 1010 !OlO CITY OF MOUND BUDGET REVENUE REPORT Jan/Feb. 2000 16.67% GENERAL FUND Taxes Business Licenses Non-Business Licenses and Permits Intergovernmental Charges for Services Court Fines Other Revenue Transfers from Other Funds Charges to Other Departments Jan/Feb. 200 YTD BUDGET REVENUE REVENUE 1,344,330 0 0 4,210 130 130 116,200 15,161 15,161 963,800 38,284 38,284 85,700 4,098 4,098 100,000 9,911 9,911 63,500 210 210 44,500 0 0 13,000 2,133 2,133 PERCENT VARIANCE RECEIVED (1,344,330) 0.00% (4,080) 3.09% (101,039) 13.05% (925,516) 3.97% (81,602) 4.78% (90,089) 9.91% (63,290) 0.33% (44,500) 0.00% (10,867) 16.41% TOTAL REVENUE 2,735,240 69~927 69,927 (2,665,313) 2.56% FIRE FUND RECYCLING FUND LIQUOR FUND WATER FUND SEWER FUND CEMETERY FUND DOCK FUND 377,470 87,835 87,835 (289,635) 23.27% 115,600 13,550 13,550 (102,050) 11.72% 1,750,000 227,787 227,787 (1,522,213) 13.02% 500,000 69,089 69,089 (430,911) 13.82% 960,000 160,689 160,689 (799,311) 16.74% 6,200 800 800 (5,400) 12.90% 86,000 66,482 66,482 (19,518) 77.30% 03/20/2000 rev00 Gino CITY OF MOUND BUDGET EXPENDITURES REPORT Jan/Feb. 2000 16.67% GENERAL FUND Council Promotions Cable TV City Manager/Clerk Elections Assessing Finance Computer Legal Police Civil Defense Planning/Inspections Streets City Property Parks Summer Recreation Contingencies Transfers Jan/Feb. 200 YTD PERCENT BUDGET EXPENSE EXPENSE VARIANCE EXPENDED 77,620 15,275 15,275 62,345 19.68% 4,000 0 0 4,000 0.00% 26,000 129 129 25,871 0.50% 198,750 21,097 21,097 177,653 10.61% 12,450 0 0 12,450 0.00% 68,000 8 8 67,992 0.01% 175,400 23,788 23,788 151,612 13.56% 22,100 4,470 4,470 17,630 20.23% 146,980 8,054 8,054 138,926 5.48% 1,049,650 143,928 143,928 905,722 13.71% 12,150 733 733 11,417 6.03% 208,250 28,133 28,133 180,117 13.51% 485,990 93,146 93,146 392,844 19.17% 76,890 8,468 8,468 68,422 11.01% 208,050 17,995 17,995 190,055 8.65% 39,570 0 0 39,570 0.00% 106,780 86 86 106,694 0.08% 166,120 27,687 27,687 138,433 16.67% GENERAL FUND TOTAL 3,084,750 392,997 392,997 2,691,753 12.74% Area Fire Service Fund 411,520 TIF 1-2 0 Recycling Fund 124,980 Liquor Fund 238,920 Water Fund 441,360 Sewer Fund 939,410 Cemetery Fund 8,190 Dock Fund 80,640 30,581 30,581 380,939 7.43% 13,800 13,800 (13,800) 8,221 8,221 116,759 6.58% 33,331 33,331 205,589 13.95% 66,929 66,929 374,431 15.16% 157,871 157,871 781,539 16.81% 67 67 8,123 0.82% 3,285 3,285 77,355 4.07% 03/1412000 Gino LEN HARRELL Chief of Police TO: FROM: SUBJECT: MOUND POLICE 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 Telephone 472-0621 Dispatch 525-6210 Fax 472-0656 EMERGENCY 911 Fran Clark Chief Len Harrell Monthly Report for February, 2000 STATISTICS The police department responded to 800 calls for service during the month of February. There were 26 Part I offenses reported. Those offenses included 1 criminal sexual conduct, 3 burglary, 21 larcenies, and 1 vehicle theft. There were 53 Part II offenses reported. Those offenses included 8 child abuse/neglect, 1 forgery/NSF checks, 1 narcotics, 8 liquor law violations, 9 DUI's, 2 simple assault, 10 domestics (4 with assaults), 5 harassment, and 9 other offenses. The patrol division issued 153 adult and 2 juvenile citations. Parking violations accounted for an additional 40 tickets. Warnings were issued to 185 individuals for a variety, of violations. There were 4 juveniles arrested for felonies and 26 adults and 5 juveniles arrested for misdemeanors. There were 2 felony and 2 misdemeanor adult warrant arrests. The department assisted in 8 vehicle accidents, 1 with injur/es. There were 31 medical emergencies and 29 animal complaints. Mound assisted other agencies on 12 occasions in February. MOUND POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT - February, 2000 II. III. INVESTIGATIONS The investigators worked on 9 child protection issues and 2 criminal sexual conduct cases in February accounting for over 56 hours. Other cases included a fatal accident, burglary, theft, domestic assault, forgery, absenting, violation of an order for protection, disorderly conduct, narcotics, indecent exposure, harassment, arson, theft of a motor vehicle and found property. Formal complaints were issued for Gross Misdemeanor DWI and open bottle. Personnel/Staffing The department used approximately 35 hours of overtime during the month of February. Officers used 25 hours of comp-time, 1 hour of sick time, 34 hours of vacation, and 4 holidays. Officers earned 53 hours of comp time. IV. TRAINING Officers attended the annual Juvenile Officers Institute and a narcotics investigators course in February. Two courses in Emergency Management were also completed during the month. COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICERS CSO Cams was involved in 17 animal calls, 81 ordinance violations, and 187 miscellaneous contacts. One citation was issued. VI. RESERVES The reserves donated 155 hours of community service in the month of February. The umt currently has seven members. LEN HARRELL Chief of Police February22,2000 MOUND POLICE 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 Telephone 472-0621 Dispatch 525-6210 Fax 472-0656 EMERGENCY 911 Mr. JeffJesberg 1728 Finch Lane Mound, MN 55364 Dear Mr. Jesberg: I am in receipt of your letter concerning the Lost Lake Channel and a request for additional markers. I will be forwarding your letter to Lt. Ken Schilling at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department Water Patrol. The Water Patrol is responsible for issues on the lake and would make the determination of whether there is a need for additional markers. Thank you for bringing your safety concerns to our attention. Chief of Police HONORABLE MAYOR, AS A LONGTIME BOATER ON THE LAKE I HAVE ENJOYED MANY YEARS OF CAREFREE BOATING DURING NORMAL AND HIGH WATER LEVEL TIMES. UNFORTUNATELY, AS YOU MAY RECALL, WE HAD A COUPLE OF YEARS WHEN THE LEVEL WAS SO LOW NAVIGATING THE LAKE WAS VERY TRICKY AND SOMEWHAT HAZARDOUS, ESPECIALY IN THE CHANNELS, AS ONE DID NOT KNOW THE WATER DEPTH IN SUCH AREAS AND RUNNING AGROUND WAS A VERY REAL POSSIBILITY. WITH THIS IN MIND I HAVE A SUGGESTION YOU AND THE COUNCIL MAY WANT TO CONSIDE ~. IT HAS TO DO WITH THE LOST LAKE CANAL PROJECT. I FEEL VERY STRONGLY THAT SOME KIND OF A MARKER AT THE ENTRANCE TO LOST LAKE CANAL FROM COOKS BAY SHOWING THE WATER DEPTH OF THE CANAL WOULD GREATLY BENEFIT ALL BOATERS AS THEY WOULD BE ABLE TO DETERMINE IF THEY COLrLD SAFELY NAVIGATE THE CANAL DURING LOW WATER TIMES. THIS WOULD ESPECIALLY HELP OWNERS OF LARGER BOATS WHO NEED DEEPER WATER TO RUN. I SUGGEST A GRADUATED MARKER IN FEET AND PREFFERABI_ Y MADE OF A REFLECTIVE MATERIAL TO ENABLE NIGHTTIME BOATERS TO EASILY IDENTIFY IT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. SINCERELY, JEFF JESBERG 1728 FINCH LANE MOUND ,MN CITY OF MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364-1687 (612) 472-0600 FAX (612) 472-0620 March 20, 2000 Memorandum TO: Pembroke Subcommittee~ ~~ FROM: Jim Fackler, Park Director SUBJECT: Pembroke Multiple Slip Dock. The City Council at their March 14, 2000 meeting has directed staff to notify the Pembroke Subcommittee that a recommendation from the committee on the dock configuration at Pembroke Park is due by March 31, 2000. The intent of the City Council is to have this matter resolved so the dock maybe installed without delay. Be advised that three slips on the dock were not renewed for the 2000 season. Please notify Fran Clark, Acting City Manager, of your scheduled meeting. enclosure: Committee List cc: Mayor/City Council Fran Clark/Acting City Manager Dock & Common Advisory Commission Park & Open Space Advisory Commission p~lnted on recycled paper CITY OF MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364-1687 (612) 472-0600 FAX (612) 472-0620 March 13, 2000 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: MEMORANDUM Bob Brown/City Council Mem~__~~ Jim Fackler, Park Director _ IV// J Pembroke Multiple Slip Dock Sit~ ~wal. This is to update you on the renewal status of the slip sites on the Pembroke Multiple Slip Dock. There is currently three sites B,D and I, as shown on the enclosed site plan, that have not been renewed for the 2000 boating season. Please share this information with the Pembroke Subcommittee that you are working with. I would like to have the City Council see the recommendation from the subcommittee soon. The early ice out on Lake Minnetonka will bring requests for this dock to be installed. cc: Mayor/City Council Fran Clark, Acting City Manager pmnted oll recycled paper LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS AGENDA 7:00 PM, Wednesday, March 22, 2000 Tonka Bay City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL CHAIR ANNOUNCEMENTS, Chair Babcock READING OF MINUTES - 3/8/00 LMCD Regular Board Meeting PUBLIC COMMENTS - Persons in attendance, subjects not on agenda (5 min.) CONSENT AGENDA- Consent agenda items identified with a (*) will be approved in one motion unless a Board member requests discussion of any item, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda. LAKE USE & RECREATION A) Hennepin Parks, 1999 Water Quality of Lake Minnetonka Report (previously sent out); B) Ordinance Amendment, First reading of an ordinance prohibiting anchoring and rafting in public safety lanes; adding new Subd. 25 to LMCD Code Section 3.01 (consideration of LMCD Resolution 97); C) (*) 2000 Liquor Licenses, staff recommends approval of renewal Liquor/Wine/Beer license applications as outlined 3/17/00 staff memo; D) (*) Hennepin County Sheriff's Water Patrol Significant Activity Report; E) Minnesota Lakes Association (MLA), update on MLA proposal to revise Minnesota Statutes 86b, "Surface Water Use Policy"; F) Additional Business; FINANCIAL A) Audit of vouc'lhers (3/15/00 - 3/31/00); B) February financial summary and balance sheet; C) Additional BUsin'ess; · e w 7. 8. 9. WATER STRUCTURES : ,, : A) (*) 2000 Multiple Dock Licenses, staff recommends ap;.'~roval of 2000 mt d[iple dock license applications as outlined in 3/17/00 staff memo; Ordinance Amendment, Second reading of an ordinance rel,~ting, :he density of watercraft storage on Lake Min'~etonka; amending LMCD Co; -::~ction 2.11 by adding ne'.v Subd. 6: C) Additional Business; EWMIEXOTICS TASK FORCE A) (*) Minutes from the 3/10/00 EWM/Exotics Task Force meeting (handout); B) 3/10/00 EWM/Exotics Task Force meeting report; C) Additional Business; ADMINISTRATION A) Consideration of staff recommendation for compensation adjustment part-time Administrative Clerk Jan Briner; B) Staff update on vacant Administrative Technician position; C) Additional Business; SAVE THELAKE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 10. ADJOURNMENT LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS 7:00 PM, Wednesday, March 8, 2000 Tonka Bay City Hall CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Foster called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. ROLL CALL Members present: Bert Foster, Deephaven; Gene Partyka, Uinnetrista; Andrea Ahrens, Mound; Kent D~,hlen, Minnetonka Beach; Craig Eggers, Victoria; Greg Kitchak, Minnetonka; Lili McMillan, Orono; Tom Skramstad, Shoreview; Herb Suerth, Woodland. Also present: Charles LeFevere, LMCD Counsel; Greg Nybeck, Executive Director; Roger Winberg, Administrative Technician. Members absent: Doug Babcock, Tonka Bay; Craig Nelson, Spring Park; Bob Ambrose, Wayzata; Tom Gilman, Excelsior; Sheldon Wert, Greenwood. CHAIR ANNOUNCMENTS, Vice Chair Foster LeFevere administered the oath of office to Tom Skramstad. He was seated as the new representative to on the LMCD Board from the City of Shorewood. Foster welcomed him to the Board. READING OF MINUTES- 2/23/00 LMCD Regular Board Meeting. MOTION: McMillan moved, Dahlen seconded to approve the minutes of the 2/23/00 Regular Board Meeting as submitted. VOTE: Ayes (6), Abstained (2; Aherns and Partyka); motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENTS- Persons in attendance, subjects not on the agenda (5 minutes). There were no comments from the public on subjects not on the agenda. 1. LAKE USE & RECREATION A. Hennepin Parks, 1'999 Water Quality of Lake Minnetonka Report. Foster stated the Report was included in the packet to allow the Board to review it. He added that John Barten would attend a Board meeting in the near future to present it and answer questions. B. Big Island Task Force, staff update on 3/7/00 meeting. Foster updated the Board on the Big Island Task Force, noting a meeting was held on 3/7/00. He made the following comments: · In addition to the Task Force, two members from the public, Dan Goldman and Brad Peterson sat in on the meeting. He added that there were additional members from the public who were given the opportunity to comment. · There was a consensus of the Task Force that the "pitchfork" configuration originally [~resented at the 2/23/00 public hearing would create a nuisance because the safety lanes public would Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page2 create a thoroughfare and the public would be swimming across them. He stated Mark Overland proposed an alternative proposal with two dead-end, "theater-style" lanes. · The Task Force discu-"ed this proposal, noting that Lt. Schilling and the general consensus of the public did not opF,)se this proposal. He noted the Task Force voted on this plan and unanimously agreed to recommend Board approval of it with four conditions. · These conditions included: 1) the two safety lanes are to be placed in the "theater-style", dead- end layout, with the width of the lanes of the lanes to be approximately 30' - 40' as determined by Hennepin County officials, 2) staff is to work with the Water Patrol and other agencies on the preparation of boating rule materials to be handed out to the public, 3) staff is to work with the MN DNR on the exact number of buoys that need to be ordered to identify the public safety lanes, and 4) the need for public safety lanes should be revisited periodically.' · He asked LeFevere for direction on how to proceed for the Board to approve' the recommendation of the Task Force. LeFevere stated that a draft ordinance amendment, with some minor revisions, could be presented at the next meeting for Board review. He added he believed the draft ordinance amendment would allow these safety lanes to be established by resolution and that this could also be presented at the next meeting for Board review. He noted the main purpose for the ordinance amendment is to make it a crime to violate designated marker buoys. Foster asked for comments from the Board on the recommendation of the Task Force. McMillan questioned whether there is a need to adopt an ordinance for the establishment of these public safety lanes. Foster stated he believed there is a need for the ordinance amendment to allow the Water Patrol to enforce the restriction of "No Rafting Between Buoys". He added he hoped the Water Patrol would not have to issue any citations; however, if they have to, the ordinance would allow them to do so. A member from the public who was unidentified asked what style of buoys is planned to be ~' "~d. Nybeck stated the buoys to be used were recommended by Klm Eleverum from the MN DNR. He noted they would be 14", white regulatory buoys, with two orange bands and an orange circle. He added there would be two-inch high, black lettering in the orange circle that states "No Anchoring Between Buoys". Dahlen asked for clarification on the recommendation of the Task Force that the public safety lanes be revisited periodically. He questioned whether that would be done through the Task Force or through a public hearing. Foster stated he believed the Task Force would like to evaluate these lanes by getting an update from the Water Patrol after the 2000 boating season. He noted there might some unintended or other consequences that would merit revisiting the issue. Partyka asked if the Board could proceed on approving the Task Force recommendation this evening, especially the aspect of getting the buoys ordered with the MN DNR. MOTION: Partyka moved, Suerth seconded to direct the attorney to prepare an ordinance amendment to update the Code for the 3/8/00 Regular Board meeting. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 3 VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. MOTION: Partyka moved, Ahems seconded to receive and accept the report of the Big Island Task Force, to direct staff to work with the MN DNR to get the buoys ordered, and to work with the Water Patrol on the preparation of educational materials to be handed out. VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. McMillan stated she would like feedback from the public on these public safety lanes and she encouraged cooperation to make this a win-win situation. Foster commented on the 2/23/00 public hearing that was held for this project. He stated he had received compliments on the process to gather testimony from the public, to send it back to the Task Force, and to revise the proposed layout to one that most parties could agree to. C. Staff update on 2000 Boat Density & User Attitude Survey. Foster asked staff for background on this agenda item. Nybeck provided the following background: · At the 2~23~00 meeting, the Board reviewed the one proposal received from Schoell and M adson, Inc. to conduct the 2000 Boat Density Survey in the amount of $36,120.10. He noted because the Proposal was well over the $30,000 budgeted for this project, the Board denied it and directed staff to begin direct negotiations with Schoell and Madson, Inc. and other companies to perform the project in 2000. · Staff from both the District and the MN DNR met with officials from Schoell and Madson, Inc. on 3/2/00 to begin direct negotiations. He noted at this meeting, Schoell and Madson, Inc. recommended reducing the scope of work in four areas without affecting the integrity of the project. They included: 1) to provide photo's of the HOA and municipal docks using a digital camera and supplying them on CD, 2) to provide camera-ready survey's to be handed out, 3) to reduce the number of flights, and 4) to allow the MN DNR to conduct the data manipulation and evaluation of survey's, with Schoell and Madson, Inc. to provide data entry. · Mr. Tim Kelly, MN DNR Planner, stated he believed three of the four recommendations to reduce the scope work could be done, with the exception of reducing the number of flights. He added by reducing the scope of work in these three areas, it would reduce the cost of the original Proposal down to $33,020.10. He stated the MN DNR has agreed to pay 50% of the total cost of this project, including the amount over the $30,000 budgeted. · He recommended the Board authorize the Chair, on behalf of the Board, to enter into a contractual agreement with Schoell and Uadson, Inc., in the amount of $33,020.10, to conduct the 2000 Boat Density and User Attitude Survey. He asked for questions or comments from the Board on this project. Kitchak asked if the District has any contractual agreements with the MN DNR. Nybeck stated the District has contractual agreements with both the company that is awarded the contract and the MN DNR on this project. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Skramstad asked how often the District conducts this project. Page 4 Foster stated the boat density survey is conducted every other year and that the user attitude surveys are conducted every four years. Ahems asked how many flights are scheduled in this project. Nybeck stated he did not have the exact number available but that he believed it was about 18 to 20 flights. Aherns questioned whether the District needed to conduct these surveys as frequently as they are being done. Nybeck stated around a year ago, Kelly recommended the Board conduct these surveys every third and sixth years. He added at this meeting, the Board voted to maintain conducting these surveys every second and fourth years. He suggested that this could be revisited when the 2000 Report is completed and that Kelly could be extended an invitation to attend the meeting when it is presented to the Board. Mr. Gabriel Jabbour, owner of Tonka Bay Marina and Mayor of Orono, stated he believed the culture of the lake is changing to bigger boats. He questioned whether the Report would accurately measure this trend analysis. MOTION: McMillan moved, Partyka seconded to authorize the Chair, on behalf of the Board, to enter into a contractual agreement with Schoell and Madson, Inc., in the amount of $33,020.10, to conduct the 2000 Boat Density and User Attitude Survey. VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. D. Additional Business. Foster stated the office has received request from the public to deice before March 15 without a permit. He not~ ~J the Code does not provide the Executive Director the authority to allow the public to deice before this date without a permit. He recommended the Board gr:'~t the Executive Director this authority. Nybeck stated the Code requires the public to secure a permit, with a number of conditions that need to be met, if they want to deice before March 15. He added deicing could occur after the March 15 date without a permit. He noted a request has been received from the City of Deephaven to deice before the March 15 date, without securing a permit, tr~ prevent damage to their docks. He suggested there is a need for more flexibility for the Executive Director, .. hether it is done through resolution or a Code amendment. Foster stated he would prefer that this flexibility for the Executive Director be done through Board resolution rather than a Code amendment. He suggested the resolution should inclu."le allowing unpermitted facilities to deice before the March 15 date and to allow licensed deicing fadlitJes to remove their fences before the March 15 date. MOTION: Kitchak moved, Dahlen seconded to adopt a resolution to grant the Executive Director the flexibility to allow the public to deice in 2000 before the March 15 date and to allow licensed facilities to remove their fences before the March 15 date. VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 5 2. FINANCIAL A, Audit of vouchers (3/1/00 - 3/15/00). Nybeck reviewed the audit of vouchers for payment as submitted, noting that check number 1303.0, in the amount of $500 to the City of Wayzata, had been voided. MOTION: McMillan moved, Suerth seconded to approve the audit of vouchers for payment as an,ended. VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. B. Additional Business. There was no additional business. 3. WATER STRUCTURES A, Ordinance Amendment, First reading of an ordinance relating to the density of watercraft s[orage on Lake Minnetonka; amending LMCD Code Section 2.11 by adding new Subd. 6. Foster asked staff for an overview of the information in the packet. Nybeck made the following comments: Three items were included in the Board packet. He stated they included: 1) the draft ordinance amendment reviewed at the 2/23/00 meeting, 2) a spreadsheet of the 14 member cities with analysis of multi-family developments, and 3) a spreadsheet that analyzed the re-development of commercial and other properties on Lake Uinnetonka. If the Board desires to make changes to the Code, he believed these spreadsheets should assist in ensuring that lakewide planning is being conducted. · A new concept is proposed for Board discussion on the re-development spreadsheet by taking into account the size of the site on land and building in an additional safeguard for sites on land that might be developed at such a high density that it would have an adverse impact on the docks in the water. He noted the figure in the table, eight boats per acre, is based on information received from the member cities, the MN DNR, and some developers. Fie noted this concept points out facilities around the lake with high amounts of shoreline and proportionally Iow amounts of square footage on land. He stated that the Board might not want to grant the same number of BSU's as the number of dwelling units approved on land. · This concept merited Board discussion. LeFevere further clarified the concept that was being discussed by Nybeck. He cited Excel Marina as an example that has a high amount of shoreline with a small amount of square footage at the site on land. He noted the current draft ordinance amendment could allow for the approval of a number of BSU's that might be disproportionate for that site. He stated although that probably would not occur, the concei~t being described by Nybeck would build in an additional safeguard for small sites with a large amount of ."~horeline. Nybeck stated the number of boats allowed per acre is the exception rather than the rule. He noted in the vast majority of the sites on the lake, either the 50 percent reduction or the limitation based on shoreline footage is more restrictive. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 6 Foster stated the he believed the concept being discussed is a land issue and that the District should not get involved with it. Kitchak asked what constituted acreage at the site. He questioned whether that would be the amount of acres at the site when it was grandfathered for boat density or whether that would include the purchase of adjacent properties. LeFevere stated that was a good point because the grandfathered rights are associated with that si!e. He noted if the District allows for the inclusion of land that is non-riparian and is not part of the origins! grandfathered site, that facility would provide for a development opportunity for the owner that is ~,,qique. Mr. Kent Carlson, 20505 Lakeview Avenue, provided aerial overlays of Excel Marina, Grays Bay ~'.larina, Tonka Bay Marina, Kings Cove, Windward Marina, and Sailors World Marina. He pointed out the practical applications of real estate development of these facilities, noting he believed the 50 percent reduction or the 1:20' General Rule would be sufficient for good lakewide planning. Nybeck pointed out that the Kings Cove example is a currently a conforming facility and that the draft ordinance amendment would not apply to it. Foster asked for clarification from LeFevere on the draft ordinance on why it would only apply to non- conforming facilities. LeFevere stated the greater the number of facilities that would benefit from this ordinance, the less likely the District would be able to achieve the 1:50' General Rule. He noted the facilities that were existence when the 1:50' General Rule was adopted were caught by that ordinance. He added conforming facilities do not have the same type of hardship because they made decisions based on rules they were aware of. Mr. Gabriel Jabbour, owner of Tonka Bay Marina, questioned whether the ordinance would be fair to facilities around the lake that currently comply with Code. He used facilities with special density licenses as an example. Foster stated there had been some previous discussion on facilities attaining a special density license and then converting in the near future. He noted the discussion raised the idea of a 10-year waiting period from the time that facility is licensed. He asked LeFevere to comment on this. LeFevere stated the Board could adjust the draft ordinance amendment so it would apply to all facilities on the lake. Foster questioned whether the ordinance should be changed for all facilities in existence on a specified date, whether or not they are conforming to Code. LeFevere stated is not uncommon for cities to state that grandfathered facilities cannot expand, enlarge, or make changes without coming into compliance with Code. He added r..ome cities do not agree with this philosophy and they encourage grandfathered facilities to come more closely into compliance with Code. He noted the entitlement that goes with grandfathered fac!!ities on land does not apply on the water. He questioned whether the District should grant a privileg? for a special density license that conforms to Code and is not grandfathered. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 7 McMillan stated she believed the Board is concerned with the cities not sticking to their standards for land use policy. She noted becau~ the City of Greenwood is addressing the proposed Kent Carlson development as they go along, it makes it more difficult for the District. She questioned whether developers would start stacking a development by constructing an apartment if they have a large amount of shoreline with little square footage at the site. She stated it is possible that the number of BSU's authorized by the District could drive the development in some cases. Carlson stated he believed most cities around the ;ake have height restrictions. LeFevere stated the way the ordinance is written, the Board cannot assume the sites would be continued in their current status. He noted some of the sites could acquire additional upland or dryland to take advantage of the dockage rights currently grandfathered. McMillan stated she believed if the ordinance amendment was adopted by the Board, it should limit them to a maximum of one BSU for each dwelling unit in the development. Foster stated he was not troubled with the amount of square footage at the site expanding from .when it was grandfathered for density, provided there is a significant reduction in boat density. He noted he believed the discussion be LeFevere could be addressed by adding the language "in existence on 1/1/00" at the end of subd. 6 d). He added he believed the one restricted watercraft for each 37.5 referenced in subd. 6 a) (ii) should be reduced to "1-:20". McMillan stated maybe the Board should consider other criteria for allowing the grandfathered facility a higher boat density. She used greater side setbacks as an example. Aherns stated she believed the Board needs to decide whether the 50% reduction or the adjusted General Rule goes far enough to allow for greater boat densities at re-development sites that are non-conforming. She noted she believed reducin~ boat density is a good goal for the District. Foster asked the Board whether they want to add a restriction on the size of boats stored at these facilities. He stated he would like to see some form of a length restriction. Ahrens stated she believed the storage of larger boats at these facilities might be self-policing. Foster reminded that the water belongs to the public and that the District can apply reasonable regulations on the lake. Jabbour suggested the Board might want to use some of the same language used in the Code established for the reconfiguratJon of non-conforming structures. Nybeck stated when the draft ordinance amendment was prepared, staff worked of the base of the 1:50' General Rule and provided multipliers similar to what the MN DNR does in its PUD rules and regulations. He noted that conforming facilities in residential areas cannot currently qualify for a special density license. He suggested the reduction in density shouid be taken from the 1:50' density allowed by the General R~le, not the 1:10' density allowed by a special density license. Eggers arrived at 8:24 p.m. Suerth stated he would like [o see a length restriction of 32'. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 8 Kitchak stated he believed the problem on the lake is driver rather than the size of the boat. Skramstad stated he would be opposed to limiting boat sizes in general. Suerth stated he believed the 32' length restriction is fair for the tradeoffs from the District to allow the number of slips at these facilities that do not conform to the 1:50' General Rule. LeFevere stated if the Board decides to put additional language in the d~aft ordinance, such as ir, creased side setbacks or boat length restrictions, the landown~.~ still has the potential to maintain its grandfathered, non- conforming status or to make application in compliance with the 1:50' General Rule. Mr. Paul Pedersen, owner of Grays Bay Marina, stated he believed the size of boats would be self-policed because most of the grandfathered facilities that currently extend 200' from shore would be required to bring them within 100'. He expressed concern with limiting boat sizes because he was unsure whether that would include appurtenances, in addition to hull length. Foster stated he believed the Board seems to be generally in favor of the ordinance amendment with some general changes to it. He noted this included changing the allowance of restricted watercraft to 1:20', dropping boat sizes, requiring additional side setbacks for these facilities, and adding the language that these facilities needed to be in existence on 1/1/00. Partyka stated he would prefer using a 1:25' figure rather than 1:20' because that is too Iow. The Board discussed whether the ordinance amendment should be changes to require increased side setbacks. The consensus of the Board was to have staff provide an overview of current side setback requirements. Mr. Todd Warner asked for clarification on reducing the slips by 50%. Foster stated the 50% reduction figure is part of the Code relating to the reconflguratJon of non- conforming facilities. He added he believed this would have little impact on most of the non-conforming facilities because they would be required to come within the 100' zone from shore. LeFevere stated the ordinance would require at least a 50% reduction of the total square footage of all of the slips. McMillan stated she believed the ordinance should be amended to allow for one boat per residential unit at the site. Partyka stated he would like to see the ordinance amendment have a boat length restriction of 32'. He noted this could be deleted at a future reading of the ordinance amendment. MOTION: Skramstad moved, Suerth seconded to approve first reading of tile ordinance with the fc. llowing changes: 1) changing the 1:37.5' to 1:20', 2) providing a length restriction of boats to be 32' LOA, 3) restricting docking to one per residential unit; and 4) adding language that the facilities p. oeJed to be in existence on 1/1/00. VOTE: Motion carried unanimously. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page9 The Board directed staff to provide a memo to the Board that summarizes current side setback requirements. B. Additional Business. There was no additional business. 4. EWMIEXOTICS TASK FORCE A. Review of draft 2000 Zebra Mussel Budget. Foster asked Suerth for an overview of the 2000 zebra mussel budget. Suerth stated a number of tasks are planned for the 2000 zebra mussel program. He noted these tasks include a billboard campaign, the reprinting of pamphlets, operating expenses for the spraydown program, access signage, the printing of posters, the use of print ads, a protest campaign, and contingency. Foster asked if Suerth was looking for funding approvals by the Board. Nybeck stated the zebra mussel program currently has $5,000 budgeted in the Exotics budget and an additional $10,000 in the Save the Lake Budget. He noted the pamphlet, spraydown program, and access signage expenses could be paid out of the Exotics budget. He added the billboard campaign and the printing of posters could be paid out of the Save the Lake Budget. He stated any additional expenses up and beyond this would require additional funding to be approved by the Board. The Board asked for clarification on the zebra mussel protest campaign project. Nybeck stated that Carmichael Lynch recommended this past January to have more personal contact with the user groups of Lake Minnetonka. He noted the suggestion was to have animated costumes, with professional actors, to stage a protest at events such as the Boat and Sportsmen Shows. Foster stated that project would assist in the public education and awareness of the public. McMillan stated the projects that have been committed to in 2000 include the re-printing of the pamphlets, the billboard campaign, operating expenses for the spraydown program, and the printing of posters. She added additional projects that are planned but not yet committed to include access signage, the use of print ads, and a zebra mussel protest campaign. Kitchak stated although the District has been committed to billboard campaign, he personally has had problems with it on a long-term basis. He added he would have concern in funding a zebra mussel protest campaign unless it is a joint effort with the MN DNR because it has statewide implications. Dahlen reminded the Board that billboards serve a purpose because the District needs to look beyond the local area because a large number of boats come from outside the area. B. Review of recommendations for 2000 from the EWM Harvesting Program Improvement Task Force. Foster asked staff for an overview on this project. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page 10 Nybeck stated this Task Force was established last fall to evaluate the EWM Harvesting Program and make recommendations on possible improvements. He noted the first recommendation of this Task Force was the purchase of a new harvester for the 2000 season. He added at a meeting on 2119/00, the '] ';k Force focused on improvements in May and early June, from mid June through mid August, and from mid August through early September. He stated the Task Force has made the following recommendations for these time frames, with the understanding they need to be further refined: · Launch the harvesters in the lake by mid to late May. This would allow the Project Manager, Todd Grams, sufficient time to properly train the employees before they come to work in mid June and it would ensure that the machines are ready to go. He added the Task Force believes this would allow for some limited early season harvesting if the weed growth merited it. · Run all five harvesters from the middle of June through the middle of August. The Task Force believes that they should be operated for a minimum of 10 hours on Monday through Thursday, and eight hours on Fridays. He noted the increase in hours due the additional harvester and the increase in hours worked on a daily basis would add additional expenses to the program. He stated in this recommendation, the employees would work four days a week rather than five. He noted the increase in expenditures needs to be further refined. · Run a limited number of harvesters through at least the Labor Day weekend. He stated the Task Force believes this could be done with a reduced crew by hiring non-school teachers as the additional three or four employees needed to operate the second recommendation. He noted the Task Force believes the harvesters should be removed from the lake shortly after Labor Day to allow the Fleet Engineer sufficient time for routine repairs and maintenance that need to be done. · He asked for comments or questions from the Board. Partyka and Ahrens concurred with the recommendation of the Task Force that the additional employees should be non-school teachers. C. Additional Business. There was no additional business. 5. ADMINISTRATION A. Status update on District printer and copy machine in the office. Foster asked for comments from staff on this agenda item. Nybeck stated the office is need of both a new printer and copy machine. He noted he would like to be authorized, at the minimum, to purchase a new printer. The consensus of the Board was to have the staff work with Chair Babcock on these purchases. B. Additional Business. Them was no additional business. 6. SAVE THE LAKE There was no business. Lake Minnetonka Conservation District Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2000 Page11 1. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT Nybeck stated that the annual training meetJngs for charter boats on Lake Minnetonka have been set. He noted the dates of these meetings are 3/23100 and 4/6/00 at 9 a.m. at the Water Patrol Headquarters in Spring Park. 8. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business. 9. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. 10. ADJOURNMENT Them being no further business, Vice Chair Foster adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Bert Foster, Vice Chairman Eugene A. Partyka, Secretary MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY February23,2000 Pursuant to due call and notice, the annual meeting of the Suburban Rate Authority was held at Edinburgh Golf Clubhouse, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota on February 23, 2000, commencing at 6:00 p.m. The originally scheduled meeting of January 19, 2000 was postponed due to a snowstorm. 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Executive Committee Chair, Ron Case. 2. ROLL CALL: Bloomington Brooklyn Park Burnsville Columbia Heights Eden Prairie Edina Fridley Hopkins Maplewood Mound New Brighton Plymouth Roseville West St. Paul Jim Gates, Mark Hagerty Charlie Crichton Steve O'Malley Kevin Hansen Ron Case Gene Dietz John Wallin Jon Haukaas James Gessele Marvin Koppen Mark Hanus Matt Fulton Fred Moore Nick Ensrude Skip Stephaniak Also present were general counsel, for the Suburban Rate Authority, Jim Strommen and Bob Vose of Kennedy & Graven. Bill Glahn of Dahlen Berg was a guest of the SRA. The SRA's special guest and speaker was Steve Minn, Commissioner of the Department of Commerce. It was determined that a quorum was present. 3. COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MINN: Mr. Stommen introduced Steve Minn, who was appointed by Governor Ventura as Commissioner of the merged Department of Commerce and Department of Public Service. Commissioner Minn discussed issues relating to the convergence of telecommunications and cable services and the deregulation of gas and electric services in Minnesota. Both are the subject of proposed or developing legislation. Commissioner Minn emphasized his belief that the marketplace can bring more cost-efficient delivery of these'services to customers and that the government's role is to lay ground rules for such competition. He noted the need for reform in the utility personal property tax area, affirmed JMS-176703vl SU160-3 the concept of municipalities as aggregators on behalf of their residents and businesses and did not oppose the continuation of franchise fees for the delivery of gas and electric services. He emphasized the need for deregulation because the electric generation capacity in Minnesota was losing ground to increased demand caused by growth in the state. He saw that as the key rationale for deregulation and creating generation investment incentives.. Commissioner Minn advocates a state operated franchising system for cable operations with right-of-way management and franchise enforcement control remaining with the cities. The Ventura/Kelly Telecom Bill appears to be headed for a study group rather than passage this session. A question and answer period followed. The members of the Board wished the Commissioner well and thanked him for him comments and work as a Commissioner. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. O'Malley moved to approve the Minutes from the October meeting. Mr. Hagerty seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 5. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: Mr. Wallin provided a financial status of the SRA as of December 31, 1999. (Report is available upon request). The reserve as the year-end 1999 is slightly higher than year-end of 1998. Mr. Wallin also reported that the firm that has carried out the SRA audits has recently been acquired by Cummings Keegan & Co. PLLP. Accordingly, Cummings has submitted a bid for the year-end audit of the SRA in the amount of $1,123. Mr. Wallin asked for approval of that bid. There was discussion regarding the market rate and the possibility of receiving a lower bid. Mr. Wallin explained that this was quite low and reasonable given the scope of the audit and hard costs. Mr. O'Malley moved to authorize retention of Cummings Keegan for the amount bid. Mr. Gates seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 6. COMMUNICATIONS: Mr. Strommen reported that the City of Birchwood had reconsidered its earlier withdrawal from the SRA, and rejoined. A letter had been submitted from Birchwood indicating it would pay the 1999 dues. The B~ard acknowledged the reconsideration and welcomed Birchwood back to the SRA. Mr. Strommen also noted that the packet included the SRA's 25 years in review. There are significant accomplishments noted and Mr. Strommen urged delegates to share this memorandum with city councils. Because of city council turnover, it is likely that one or more members of any given city council is not familiar with the work done by the SRA. 7. ELECTION OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Mr. Crichton moved to elect the recommended slate of executive committee members for Year 2000, as follows: Chair Ron Case Vice Chair Jim Gates Treasurer John Wallin Jim Keinath JMS- 176703v 1 SU160-3 Matt Fulton Steve O'Malley Mark Hanus The Board accepted the slate unanimously. 8. NSP CIP INCENTIVE LOST MARGINS DENIAL: Mr. Glahn of Dahlen Berg reported that the Commission had recently affirmed its decision to deny NSP and Minnesota Power its entire lost margin recovery requested for year 1998 and to phase out the lost margin incentives that had been cumulatively collected from ratepayers for the conservation improvement program (CIP). Mr. Glahn estimated that ratepayers in SRA cities alone would save more than $35,000,000 over the next four years. The total amount saved by NSP ratepayers over the period of time is over $100,000,000. Because of the magnitude of this decision, it is likely that NSP will appeal. There is no further SRA participation required. Mr. Glahn gave his appreciation to the SRA for its support and noted that having the SRA as a client was beneficial for the case. 9. ELECTRIC UNDERGROUNDING TARIFF PROCEEDING: Mr. Strommen reported that the undergrounding tariff proposal agreed upon between the SRA and NSP was submitted to the PUC and is now in the comment period. The Commission will take up the proposed tariff in March or April. The SRA and NSP are in agreement on many of the issues regarding the mechanics of recovering by surcharge undergrounding cost from ratepayers. Mr. Strommen noted that he has objected to NSP's attempt to broaden the circumstances under which it can recover from ratepayers in a given city. Those include purely location of standard facilities not preferred by NSP and for large projects in which NSP will profit from a new development, e.g, Mall of America. 10. METRICOM PROPOSAL: Mr. Strommen reported that the review'ofa model agreement had been completed and many of the cities were now considering the Metricom Agreement. He confirmed that the cities retain their full police power rights to manage the right- of-way. This agreement affords cities the likelihood of recovering management costs that are very reasonable under the circumstances. There were no issues raised regarding the Metricom Agreement. The consent process appears to be going smoothly for cities with no major issues identified. 11. GAS AND ELECTRIC DEREGULATION LEGISLATION: Mr. Vose gave a brief report on the status of the legislative process. Commission Minn commented on the process and some of the issues of interest to the SRA, municipal aggregation, franchise fees, territorial competition and protection of the residential ratepayer in a deregulated environment. The SRA will continue to monitor and participate in this process. 12. US WEST FEDERAL TARIFF CHARGE PASSTHROUGH: Mr. Strommen reported that the Commission has placed this issue on for a contested case hearing. The Department and SRA successfully convinced the Commission that there is a question whether US West should be allowed to recover approximately $45,000,000 in a federally tariffed surcharge for local number portability charges. The alternative form of regulation plan JMS-176703vl 3 $U160-3 negotiated by US West and adopted by the Commission arguably did not include this charge, yet US West is collecting it now at about $.43 per month per customer. SRA will continue to participate in this proceeding. 1:}. TELEPHONE RATE GEOGRAPHIC DEAVERAGING: Mr. Strommen reported that proposals for geographic deaveraging rate designs are being submitted to the Commission. US West has supported three wholesale rate zones, one consisting of the Twin Cities calling area, another of cities in greater Minnesota and a third of rural areas in greater Minnesota. Other parties have submitted wire-center based rate zones that would potentially result in differing rates within municipalities. There are a number of suggestions regarding other means of dividing rates based on cost of service, which varies depending on the density of the service area. The SRA's not taken a position on this because rate designs discussed are still among providers (wholesale) rather than end users (retail). The initial reaction of the Board to the proposals was that US West's was the most appropriate for the metro area from policy standpoint. There would be no intra-municipality differences in rates if extended to retail. 14. TELECOMMUNICATIONS LEGISLATION: Commission Minn noted that the legislation is meeting with enough resistance to prevent passage during this session. There will be probably be a study group formed. The legislation includes removal of the referendum requirement on municipalities to get into the telecommunication business as competitors, This is opposed by the industry. Mr. Vose of Kennedy & Graven is monitoring this legislation on behalf of other municipal clients. 15. MET COUNCIL POPULATION ESTIMATES: The Executive Committee discussed the proposal to use Met Council population estimates in addition to U.S. Census data to maimain a more accurate and steady population of SRA members throughout the decade. The current practice is to use only the U.S. Census data, which becomes dated as the decade progresses. Mr. Hanus moved to use the proposed U.S. Census data - Met Council estimate combination (see memo #9) beginning in the year 2001. Mr. Gates seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 16. ATTORNEYS FEES: Mr. Gates reported that the Executive Committee had discussed the proposal of Kennedy & Graven to raise attorneys fee rates from $135 to $150 an hour for utility cases and from $110 to $125 an hour for general SRA matters. It was noted that Kennedy & Graven has not raised its rates for nearly a decade, nor does this increase the budget amount. Mr. Gates moved to accept the proposal commencing January 1, 2000. Mr. Hansen seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 17. MEMBERSHIP: Mr. Hanus raised the issue of contacting non-SRA cities with the intent to invite them to become members of the SRA. The recent successes of the SRA and the benefits of a collective municipal voice were noted as good reasons to seek additional members. A motion was brought to direct counsel to prepare a letter to be signed by members of the Executive Committee to be sent to cities identified as potential members. Mr. Koppen JMS-176703vl 4 SU160-3 seconded the motion. The Board agreed that personal contacts or appearances by Board members would be necessary to follow-up on the letters. The motion passed unanimously. 18. TIME, FORMAT and LOCATION OF NEXT MEETI1NG: It was agreed that 6:00 p.m. is an appropriate start time for SRA meetings and that serving dinner is well received. Mr. Fulton offered the use of the City of New Brighton Community Center for the next meeting on April 19, 2000. 19. CLAIMS: Mr. Wallin reported that the Executive Committee had approved the Kennedy & Graven legal fees of $17,196.89. The matter was placed before the Board for ratification. Mr. Fulton, moved to ratify the approval and Mr. O'Malley seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 20. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.. (copies of documents available upon request) JMS-176703vl SU160-3 5 MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE MOUND ADVISORY PARK AND OPEN SPACE COMMISSION MARCH 9, 2000 Present were: Commissioners Peter Meyer, Norman Domholt, John Beise, Tom Casey, and City Council Representative Leah Weycker (8:00 p.m.) Also present Were Park Director Jim Fackler, and Secretary Kristine Kitzman. Absent: Commissioner Christina Cooper Chair Domholt called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. NOTE: No tape is available for the first 30 minutes (approximately) of this meeting. 1. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10. 2000 POSC MINUTES Motion made by Meyer, seconded by Beise to approve the minutes of the February 10, 2000 Park and Open Space Commission (POSC) meeting, as amended below. Motion carried unanimously. 1. Page 1: Absent and excused: Commissioner Tom Casey. 2. AGENDA CHANGES The agenda was approved as presented/with the following amendments: 1. Add to reports: c) General Comments 2. Add item 3A: Public Comments 3. REVIEW: PROPOSED SENIOR CENTER Chair Domholt stated that there is a parcel of land that would have to be vacated, which concerns the Park Commission. Also, there is a parcel of tax forfeited land that would concern the Park Commission. Park Director Fackler stated that typically, the drainage must be on the project land, but for this project, the drainage pond is planned on City land. The current proposal is very preliminary, to obtain any comments or concerns raised by the Park Commission at the outset. The minutes and recommendations will go to the Planning Department, and will be seen by the Planning Commission. Commissioner Casey questioned the background on the small parcel that would need to be vacated. Park Director Fackler stated he did not have the background for this parcel tonight, but could get the information and forward it to the Commissioners: Mound Advisory Park and Open Space Commission March 9, 2000 Discussion followed and the following concerns emerged as most urgent: 2. 3. 4. o Who will continue the upkeep of the city open space. Use of the city owned open space for the drainage pond. Park dedication fee. The existence of buffers between the building and parking lot, and the city owned open space. Amount of hard cover. Motion made by Beise, seconded by Casey to invite the developer and the planner to address the Park Commission, after their meeting with the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. 3a. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING PROPOSED SENIOR CENTER Mr. David Dvorak addressed the Commission regarding the Mound Visions plan. Mr. Dvorak stated that many of the existing buildings along Commerce Boulevard do not fit into the vision for Mound, and they would prefer a lot of them gone. Questioned if the concept for the downtown area was parking behind or parking in front, and if it would be better for all the buildings to be the same so it would not look patchwork.. He stated his opinion that people would rather see the buildings and the businesses, than to look at the cars. Chair Domholt stated that this last point would be best taken before the Planning Commission. Commissioner Casey stated that he would encourage Mr. Dvorak to continue to be involved in any development meetings. A plan this size will be addreSsed several times, and at all public meetings, the opportunity will arise to state his opinion. Mr. Dvorak questioned the process with a project of this size and suggested a time line for decisions be made. Councilmember Weycker briefly explained the series of meetings before differing commissions etc. and the process for this project, in very general terms, stating that all these meetings will be open to the public. 4. DISCUSS: REQUEST FROM COMMISSION MEMBERS ON CAPITAL OUTLAY Chair Domholt stated that the goal is to put tOgether a form of communication between the Park Commission and the City Council regarding the important issues before the Park Commission which require City Council attention. Commissioner Beise stated that the July 8, 1999 list is the most current and is the one to be worked from. It was suggested this list could be revised in order of importance. 2 Mound Advisory Park and Open Space Commission March 9, 2000 Councilmember Weycker suggested that the reasoning behind each item be added to the list, which may help in the presentation. It was noted that the lack of a City Manager affected the presentation to the City Council. Park Director Fackler explained to the Commission the 'normal' process, when there is a City Manager. He then explained where the breakdown occurred this last year due, for the most part, to the lack of a City Manager. Chair Domholt stated his desire to dialogue the presentation of the requests rather than simply handing over a list of requests. Pictures for each Councilmember, actually showing them the concerns and why it is such a large concern, would likely be a great benefit. Discussion was held regarding the first cut, whether a line item stays or goes. Item #3 Inventory Property (Public and Private) - was deemed a tool needed by the Park Commission, not necessarily a Capital Outlay item (Capital Outlay is a tangible item over $500). At this point, discussion turned to the mechanics of presenting the Capital Outlay request to the Council. The general feeling was that the Park Commissioners would rather present their requests directly to the City Council instead of submitting a list which was worked on for hours to a City Manager who had not attended a POSC meeting, and then decides which items go before the City Council. Councilmember Weycker suggested that the Capital Outlay items be broken out, and a brief description be added to the listing of why this item is important, and what is involved in it. The line items can be listed separately. She stated a third list could be included as well which could be a "dream list" that would give the Council some perspective on what is out there that "could" be done.- Commissioner Beise stated that item #13, Repaint Island Park Garage, sho.uld probably be included in the Park Director budget as upkeep. Discussion followed regarding which items to take off the list as follows: 3. Inventory Property (Public and Private) 4. Parkland Acquisition 5. Open Space Management Plan 7. Cleanup costs of existing Public Parcels 11. 4 Park Benches 12. Lifeguard Jackets, Shirts & Visors 13. Repaint Island Park Garage 14. 5-year Comprehensive Plan Expansion Assistance 15. Park Staff 18. Lifeguard Rescue Tubes 3 Mound Advisory Park and Open Space Commission March 9, 2000 20. Swing Set at Avon Park The following items were left on the list: 1. IP Hall Restoration 2. Playground Equipment at Swensen Park 6. Winter Ice Skating Rink 8. Crescent Park Improvements 9. Music in the Parks 10. Adopt-a-Green SpaCe 16. Line Painting on Basketball Courts. 17. Depot/Mound Bay Park Information Sign 19. Sorbo & Highland Parks grounds improvements 21. Tree Plantings **new. Park and Open Space Planning Chair Domholt reported on an organization' called American Forest whicla helps cities inventory and plan' their green space. Domholt will pursue this line and present any information to the Commission next month. Motion made by Beise, seconded by Casey to discuss the new list at the next meeting, to include notes from Park Director Fackler regarding his opinions on the reasons for importance. Action to be taken will be to add reasoning for each item. Motion carried unanimously. 5. UPDATE: MARCH FOR PARKS Commissioner Meyer reported he had contacted the Orono Park Commission, who stated they were all for doing it, but did .not.want to chair it. They will discuss'a joint March for Parks with Mound and get back to him, which they have not as yet. If they do not participate, Meyer sUggested an alternative, possibly a local cleanup day scheduled near Earth Day. Discussion followed with suggestions for alternatives to March for Parks being made. A float in the parade this year was discussed, aswas a booth for handouts regarding some of the parks issues facing Mound right now. 10:00 p.m. Chair Domholt tabled the discussion. Motion made by Beise, seconded by Casey to extend the .meeting for 10 minutes. Motion carried unanimously. 6. POSC APRIL AGENDA Some items for the April POSC agenda are: 1. Discuss: Park Public Relations 4 Mound Advisory Park and Open Space Commission March 9, 2000 Discuss: 2001 Capital Outlay Senior Center Presentation Parks & 'Beach Program Presentation Park Promotion 7. MARCH CALENDAR Not available as yet, since Fran Clark was out of town. 8. FOR YOUR INFORMATION ae Planning Commission Minutes Letter to V.F.W. LMCD Information News release opening for Park and Open Space Advisory Commission 9. REPORTS: a. City Council Representative C(~uncilmember Weycker reported on a letter of recommendation from Bruce Chamberlain regarding an in-line skate park. This park would be open at all times of the year. Also, the downtown redevelopment plan had nothing in it for the kids to do, which the City Council is hearing about right now.. 10:10 p.m. Chair Domholt tabled the meeting. Motion made by Casey, Seconded by Beise to extend the meeting an additional 10 minutes. Motion carried 'unanimously. Councilmember Weycker advised that the City Manager position is getting close to being filled. b. Park Director Park Director Fackler reported that the Parks Department is beginning to gear up for summer. Two benches are being installed in Filbrook Park with money from the VFW. c. Comments Commissioner Casey thanked the C°mmissioners on their kind condolences and donation on behalf of his father. Motion made by Weycker,.seconded by Casey to adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. 5 CITY OF MOUND DOCK AND COMMONS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 2000 Presentwere: Chair Jim Funk, Commissioners Mark Goldberg, Greg Eurich, Gerald Jones, and Frank Ahrens, and Council Representative Mark Hanus. Also present were Park Director Jim Fackler, Dock Inspector Tom McCaffrey, and Secretary Kristine Kitzman. Chair Funk called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 1. MINUTES Motion was made by Funk, seconded by Eurich, to approve the minutes of the February 17, 2000 DCAC meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 2. AGENDA CHANGES Commissioner Goldberg requested adding item 10a: Discuss: Marina Agenda approved as presented. 3. LOTTERY DRAWING FOR NEW 2000 DOCK APPLICANTS Dock Inspector McCaffrey presented the list of names for dock applicants. Slips were made up for each name on the list, which were checked for accuracy by McCaffrey. McCaffrey then summarized the lottery rules and regulations, and discussion took place with all, until everyone present had an understanding of the process. Councilmember Hanus questioned whether any available sites are on Pembroke. Park Director Fackler stated that none of the available sites under consideration tonight are located on Pembroke. Commissioner Goldberg asked if there was any possibility of moving the dock farther out due to Iow water levels. Councilmember Hanus stated that the City is at the mercy of mother nature, as well as any private citizen. The City can only do their best to accommodate people with the docks and sometimes there may not be any recourse for the City or the dock site holder. The drawing was then held, with Lottery numbers being recorded by Park Director Fackler and Dock Inspector McCaffrey, as well as others. Dock Inspector McCaffrey stated he would now compile a list for a refund, if a dock was not received. He then stressed that the key to maintaining the lottery number assigned this Mounds Dock and Commons Advisory Commission March 16, 2000 evening was to apply again next year. McCaffrey summarized the rules for sharing a dock, for the information of some of the residents in attendance who were interested. 4. PUBLIC LANDS PERMIT a. Mason C. Powers, 4625 Island View Drive Park Director Fackler summarized the request for sumac/brush removal that is adjacent to this stairway, as described in the Staff Report dated March 8, 2000. Staff recommends approval of the request to remove brush and also the additional items listed in the Staff Report. Chair Funk questioned the origin of the additional items. Fackler stated that the Building Official, Jon Sutherland, added the issues of the electrical outlet, the remaining pole stub, and the water irrigation pipe. Motion made by Ahrens, seconded by Goldberg, to approve the request for public lands permit, and to direct staff to check records to see if the added items were discussed in the past. Motion carried unanimously. 5. DISCUSS: MULTIPLE DOCK SITE LOCATION AT DEVON LANE ACCESS Commissioner Ahrens stated that the dock is skewea towards one side, making the property owner on that side very unhappy with the situation. Dock Inspector McCaffrey stated he has not been able to get in touch with the Qlsons, who are the property owners on the other side, towards which the dock would be moved. They are currently residing in Florida for the winter, and may not be back in time to have input on this issue before the dock goes in for the season. Commissioner Ahrens stated that the basic problem is the single dock at the site, which is now a temporary dock. When that dock goes, much of this problem will go with it. Without input from the Millers and the Olsons there is not much that can be pursued tonight. Dock Inspector McCaffrey stated that he would guess that Mr. Olson would not be happy with moving the dock closer to his property, any more than Mr. Miller is. Without their input, it is just guessing. Commissioner Ahrens suggested moving the stem of the dock to the other side, or right down the middle so that the foot traffic is moved off of Mr. Miller's property line. This may alleviate the problem enough until the single dock is gone. Park Director Fackler stated this suggestion will be considered, and staff will continue to try to obtain input from the Millers and the Olsons, and make any changes using their best judgement. Mounds Dock and Commons Advisory Commission March 16, 2000 Commissioner Ahrens stated there is an oversized boat on this site, as the site is for an 18 foot boat only. Ahrens stated that last year, this individual was told that he could use his site for the larger boat, but no promises were made for this year. It was suggested that now may be the time to eliminate this large boat, and then eliminate the single dock. Discussion followed to determine if there is a dock site available which would accommodate this large boat. The open site at Excelsior was determined to be able to handle the boat, and Dock Inspector McCaffrey was asked to contact the site holder to let him know of this decision. 6. DISCUSS: JOINT OWNERSHIP OF BOATS IN THE MOUND DOCK PROGRAM Dock Inspector McCaffrey summarized the problem of people who complain that there are people outside the City of Mound who have their boats on City dock sites. Most of the time, the boat is co-owned, and one owner is a resident of Mound, which is how the boat gets into the dock program. Park Director Fackler suggested limiting dock sites to boats owned by residents of Mound, regardless of how many owners there are. Chair Funk asked what information is provided currently, to determine ownership. Dock Inspector McCaffrey stated that if a Mound address is listed as owner of the boat, the dock application is accepted. Councilmember Hanus suggested requiring any and all ownership names on a boat title to be Mound residents. Another option is to allow non-Mound citizens to have partial ownership in a boat, but for their part of the ownership, they pay a marina fee. This, however, could definitely open up many new problems in the dock program. Commissioner Eurich stated that the Mound dock program should be limited to residents of Mound, as the City of Mound has an obligation to its residents first. Chair Funk asked what the magnitude is of co-ownership of boats, with non-residents of Mound. Dock Inspector McCaffrey stated he does not have a count right now, and will look into exact numbers, and get that information to the Commissioners at a later date. Commissioner Goldberg questioned whether making all owners Mound residents would cause problems for someone that would have a legitimate reason for their co-ownership of a non-resident. Commissioner Ahrens stated it may be a better idea to wait and find out if there is a lot of abuse first, and to see how much action is necessary. Mounds Dock and Commons Advisory Commission March 16, 2000 Park Director Fackler stated this item can be put on the April agenda, and more information will be available by that time. 7. DISCUSS: 200'1 DOCK COMMISSION CAPITAL OUTLAY REQUEST Park Director Fackler stated that Woodland Point has not been settled as yet, so this agenda item needs to be moved to April. 8. REVIEW: MULTIPLE-SLIP DOCK PROGRAM The following changes were made: First page, first line should be added as follows: A. Underlying objectives for Commons and Dock Program Item E.I.: What is the total number of boat storage units that the system can support throughout the program, or in any given area? Item C.5: To alleviate setback non-conformities. Item B.2: To provide benefits to non-abutters by providing access to boat slips that do not require them to have their own docks. Item F. 1.1' Keep changes on a voluntary basis to every extent possible. Motion made by Funk, seconded by Goldberg, to approve the Multiple Slip Dock Program Objectives and Transition as amended above. Motion carried unanimously. 9. REVIEW: 2000 CALENDAR The following changes were made: Add to October: Public Hearing: New Multiple Slip Dock Holder Feedback Add to October: Survey to owners of Secondary Watercraft at Multiple Slip Docks 10. DISCUSS: APRIL DCAC AGENDA To be included on the April agenda are: 1. Discuss: Joint Ownership of i~oats in the Mound Dock Program 2. Discuss: 2001 Dock Commission Capital Outlay Request 3. Shoreline Maintenance Program 4. Review Procedure for Public Land Permits 5. Discuss: Marina status Mounds Dock and Commons Advisory Commission March 16, 2000 10a. DISCUSS: MARINA FOR SALE Commissioner Goldberg stated that there is a long waiting list for the dock program, and there is currently a marina for sale. Park Director Fackler stated he has heard that this marina has been sold. He stated he will look into this and substantiate the rumor, or not. Commissioner Goldberg asked what the situation is at Pembroke now. Councilmember Hanus stated that the Pembroke neighborhood was supposed to get together for a meeting, and bring their concerns to the City Council. This meeting was never held, and City Council has given them to the end of March to bring their concerns to the City. At that point, the City Council will make a decision without their input. 11. FYI A) B) C) D) PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES PARK AND OPEN SPACE COMMISSION MINUTES MONTHLY CALENDAR LMCD INFORMATION 12. REPORTS A) CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE No report at this time. B) PARK DIRECTOR Park Director Fackler reported on the two letters received by Mound citizens regarding adjusting docks -- one at Amhurst and one at Highland End. Staff is trying to work with the request and will bring to DCAC of there is a need. C) DOCK INSPECTOR No report at this time. 10. ADJOURN Motion made by Goldberg, seconded by Funk, to adjourn the meeting at 10:02 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. WESTONKA Healthy Community Collaborative 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Suite D Mound, MN 55364 952-491-8058 Fax 952-491-8043 After School Activity Bus Community Hero Card Family Support Programs Health Advocate Outreach Parenting Support Police Chaplaincy Resource Directory Summer School Bus Student Retreats Take Five Skatepark Youth Center Youth Connections Seeking to strengthen and connect our community in healthy creative ways. March 6, 2000 Dear Community Member, We're updating the Resource Directory! The Lake Minnetonka Area Business and Community Resource Directory is a combined effort of the Westonka Healthy Community Collaborative and the Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce. The WHCC's section is on page 34-96. That section deals with community resources. The first part of the book will be redone by the Chamber. Enclosed is a copy of your listing in the Lake Minnetonka Resource Directory. Please make any corrections or additions (don't forget to include new internet sites) by March 24 and fax, mail or e-mail to: WHCC - Leah Weycker 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Suite D Mound, MN 55364 952-491-8058 fax 952-491-4043 weyckerl@westonka, k12.mn.us When the resource directory was done in 1998, it received an honorable mention award from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives. It has been a very successful, useful tool for our community. The new resource directory will be delivered to 12,000 residents and business in Mound, Minnetrista, Spring Park, St. Boni, Navarre/Orono and Minnetonka Beach in late July. It will be delivered to newspaper boxes and given out by area business' and included in new resident packets given out by the Chamber and some municipalities. The current resource directory is 96 pages and we will be editing to 80 pages. Please edit your copy as much as possible. We may need to make further reductions to reach our goal. ~"~ ~ t~ I~,?1'[~,-~,~,''t !I~,L.~,"~iYF--. Please enclose a contribution of $ ' to help cover We printing and distribution expenses. We based this fee on the amount of space used. Your help will ensure continued support of this great community resource. We hope to update this directory every two years. Thank you! Westonka Healthy Community Collaborative 1 FTc City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 472-0600 Edward J. Shukle, Jr., City Manager Minnesota State Senate District: 34 Minnesota State House District: 34-A U.S. Congressional District: 3 Date of Incorporation: 1912 Area: 4.14 sq. miles Population: 9634 Voting Locations: see below Mayor (term): Bob Polston 472-5520 (12/98) City Council (term): Andrea Ahrens 472-1520 (12/00) Mark Hanus 472-5480 (1Z/98) Elizabeth Jensen 472-3632 (12/98) Leah Weycker 472-4187 (12/00) Mound Calendar · City Council meetings, 7:30 p.m., sec- ond and fourth Tuesdays · Economic Development Commission, 7 a.m., third Thursday · Park and Open Space Commission, 7:30 p.m., second Thursday · Planning Commission, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Monday · Dock and Commons Commission, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday. · city Council Committee-of-the- Whole, 7:30 p.m., third Tuesday City meetings are held at the City Council Chambers, 5341 Maywood Road. Mound Fire Department (Service Area: Mound, Minnetonka Beach, Minnetrista, Orono, Shorewood, Spring Park) Fire Emergency 911 (Non-emergency) 2415 Wilshire Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 472-3555 Greg Pederson, Fire Chief Dave Boyd, Assistant Fire Chief Mound Police Department Police Emergency 911 (Non-emergency) 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 472-0621 Mound · NW Cooks Bay - located at Mound Bay Park close to the intersection of Bartlett Blvd. and Commerce Blvd. Rshing Piers Centerview Beach In Mound at Center~iew Lane on Harrison's Bay. Commons Areas · These areas provide a recreational resource. Commons function as neighborhood access points to Lake Minnetonka. Mound Depot Mound Bay Park on Bartlett Blvd. 472-0600 City of Mound For rental information Service Organizations Adopt-A-Green-Space City of Mound 472-0600 There are several green spaces around Mound that need attention. Planter boxes need a parent to plant, water and weed them during the summer. There are planter boxes downtown, in the parks and green areas all over the city that need maintenance. Donate a small amount of time to beautify Mound. source Directory Ridgewood Park Priest Lane & Ridgewood Rd., Priest Bay · Commons Stroh Park - Neighborhood Park Northern Road & Sandy Lane · .5 acre · Ball Field · Basketball Shirley Hills Primary School Location 2450 Wilshire Blvd. · 12.8 acre · Play Equipment · Ball Fields (3) · Tennis Court · Parking · Basketball · Sliding Hill Sorboe Park (formerly Langdon Heights Park) - Neighborhood Park Rosewood Lane & Evergreen Road · 1 acre · Basketball · Ball Field · Volleyball · Sliding Hill · Play Equipment Swenson Park/Island Park - Neighborhood Park Manchester Road & Brighton Blvd& Leslie Rd · 3 acre · Ball Field · Tennis Courts (2) · Play Equipment · Open Field · Basketball · 'volleyball · Parking Three Points - Neighborhood Park Three Points Blvd. & Gull Lane · 2.4 acre · Ball Field · Tennis Court · Skating Rink · Basketball · Sliding Hill · Play Equipment ' · Parking 50 Mound Bay Park Twin Park Highland Blvd. & Ridgewood Rd. · Docks · Open Space · Winter Access Tyrone Park- Neighborhood Park Tyrone Lane & Galaway Road · 1 acre · Ball Field · Pla}' Equipment · Open Field · Parking Veterans Park- Community Park West side of Commerce Blvd fronting Lake Langdon · .25 acre · Benches Wychwood Beach- Neighborhood Park Wilshire Blvd. & Brighton Blvd., Cooks Bay · Swimming Beach · Parking · Seasonal Boat Ramp Mound Avalon Park - Neighborhood Park Manchester/Islandview Dr., Spring Park Bay · .5 acre · Open Field · Lake Frontage Avon Park - Neighborhood Park Avon Drive & Emerald Drive · .6 acre · Ball Field · Basketball · Play Equipment · Picnic Area 1998-99 Lake Minnetonka Area Bus Belmont Park - Neighborhood Park Belmont Lane & Tonkawood Road · .5 acre · Play Equipment · Open Field Bluffs Park - Neighborhood Park Bluffs Lane & County Road 110 off of Bartlett Blvd. · .3 acre · Undeveloped Biuff~ Beach - Neighborhood Park Bayridge Road · Swimming Beach Canary Beach- Neighborhood Park, Canary Lane · Swimming Beach Carlson Park - Neighborhood Park Avon Dr. & Bartlett Blvd., Seton Lake Bay · .6 acre · Picnic Area · Lake Frontage · Open Field Centerview Beach - Neighborhood Park Centerview Lane, Harrisorm Bay · Swimming Beach · Seasonal Boat Ramp · Fishing Pier Chester Park- Neighborhood Park Tuxedo Blvd. & Piper Road, Cooks Bay · .1 acre · Play Equipment · Benches · Beach Community Center 5600 Lynwood Blvd. · 15 acre · Ballfields (2) · Football Field · Play Equipment · Parking · Restrooms (in Community Center, Ice Arena) · Chemical Toilets · Hockey Rink · Ice Arena Crescent Park- Neighborhood Park Sparrow Rd. & Sumach Ln., Harrison Bay · Lake Frontage · Undeveloped Doone Park - Neighborhood Park Tuxedo Blvd. & Donald Drive · 1.1 acre · Open Field Eflgewater Park - Neighborhood Park Edgewater Dr. & Rosedale Road · .3 acre · Play Equipment · Parking Grandview Middle School 1881 Commerce Blvd. · 7.7 acre · Ball Fields (2) · Play Equipment Highland End. - Neighborhood Park, End of Highland Blvd., Priest Bay · 1 acre · Lake Frontage · Undeveloped · Lake Access Highlands Park - Neighborhood Park Highland Blvd. & Glenwood Road · 2.5 acre · Ball Field · Play Equipment · Skating Rink · Open Field Lagoon Park- Neighborhood Park ,Docks · Open $pace Langdon Property - Community Park · Undeveloped · 2 acre 99 Lake Minnetonka Area Business & Community Resource Directory Langdon Heights Rosewood Lane & Evergreen Rd · Play Equipment · Basketball · Ballfield · Volleyball · Sliding Hill Lost Lake · Currently being developed · Mound Visions Project · 40 acres Mound Bay Park - Commmfity Park Bartlett & Commerce, Cooks Bay · 2.8 acres · Swimming Beach · Beach Access · Picnic Area · Play Equipment · Volleyball Area · Parking · Chemical Toilets · Depot-Available for rent Nature Area - Neighborhood Park- Drummond Rd. · Natural Area · .5 acre Pembrook Park/Beach - Neighborhood Park Islandview Dr. & Aberdeen, Spring Park Bay · .9 acred2 sites · Beach · Play Equipment Philbrook Park - Neighborhood Park Clover Circle & Southview lane · 3.3 acre · Ball Field · Basketball · Play Equipment · Skating Rink · Picnic Area · Open Field 49 · Mound Recycling Monday or Tuesday, call the city offices to determine date for your neighborhood. The Mound RecycleLotto gives Mound residents a chance to win gift certifi- cates simply for separating the cans, bottles and newspapers that would oth- erwise go in the trash. Every week, an address is randomly drawn to play the Lotto. If the residents at that address have their recycling on the curb by 7 a.m. of their recycling day, they win $50 in Westonka Dollars. Westonka Dollars can be spent at participating businesses in the Westonka Area. Parking - Mound Winter parking restrictions go into effect November 15 and continue until April 15. On-street parking is prohibit- ed from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Violators will be tagged and towed. Public Works 5468 Lynwood Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 472-0635 U.S. Post Ofllcc~""' 5501 S_hore~Boulevard Mounfl~lN 55364 4~2-':3160 Mound ¥oting Locations Precincts & Polling Locations Precinct I: East of Commerce and south of railroad tracks along Shoreline Dr. Polling Place-Precinct I: Mount Olive Lutheran Church (Education Building) 5218 Bartlett Blvd. Precinct 11: North of Railroad Tracks and East of Commerce Blvd. to Minnetrista line extended 1790 Commerce Blvd. last house in II. Polling Place-precinct 11: Indian Knoll Manor 2020 Commerce Blvd. Precinct 111: All of Island Park Polling Place-Precinct 111: Island Park Hall 4843 Manchester Road Precinct IV: All of Three Points and east of Commerce Blvd. to Minnetrista extended 1760 Commerce Blvd. last house in 1V Polling Place-Precinct IV: Seahorse Recreation Building 5430 Three Points Blvd. Precinct V: West of Commerce Blvd. and south of the railroad tracks Polling Place-precinct V: Mound Depot (in Mound Bay Park) 5801 Bartlett Blvd. Precinct VI: West of Commerce and north of the railroad tracks Polling Place-Precinct VI: Hennepin County Library 2079 Commerce Blvd. Precinct X: Absentee ~oting Precinct Polling Place-Precinct X: Mound City Hall 5341 Maywood Road WESTONKA Healthy Community Collaborative 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Suite D Mound, MN 55364 952-491.8058 Fax 952-491-8043 After School Activity Bus Community Hero Card Family Support Programs Health Advocate Outreach Parenting Support Police Chaplaincy Resource Directory Summer School Bus Student Retreats Take Five Skatepark Youth Center Big Buddy Mentoring Dear Mayor and Mound Council, March 15, 2000 Recently the local media and the Star Tribune received a pack of data distributed by the United Way, Hennepin County and The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County. The Star Tribune has already written an article about this data and the local media may as well. We would like you to know about this information if questions from the community arise. The enclosed pack of data called Children and Families in Westonka: "A Closer Look" was put together for the Westonka Heatthy Community Cotlaborative (WHCC) and is specific to our community. You may note the omission of Spring Park and Minnetrista on some graphs.The United Way has been informed of this and will get the information to me when it is available. I will share it with you at that time. Please feel free to use this data. We hope it will be of value to you. The compi~atio~ of data such as this, will he~p the WHCC focus o~ areas which need addressing and offers a way to compare us to similar communities. It can also be used as a base line for reporting outcomes of the WHCC's projects and programs. In comparing small communities, such as ours, to larger communities, it is important to note the data appears inflated. I have enclosed a brochure outlining some of the projects that the WHCC is doing to make the Westonka community a better place to live. We have a very dedicated group of volunteers and some that take time out of their busy work day to participate. Collaborating with a variety of community members offers more efficient services and and brings together many stake holders to discover gaps and needs specific to our community. We would be very pleased to have your input on this data and participation in the WHCC. Please call if you have any questions or comments. 491-8058 Seeking to strengthen and connect our community in healthy creative ways. Sincerely, Leah Weycker, Coordinator Westonka Healthy Community Collaborative Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look IFor local collaborative discussion only. Final production and public release to be coordinated by United Way of Minneapolis. December, 1999 The Alliance for Fa~!lies and Children in Hennepin County Produced for The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County by the United Way of Minneapolis Area Research and Planning Department and the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Table of Contents Preface Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County Description ................................... 1 About This Report .............................................................................................................. 2 Criteria for Selection of Indicators ...................................................................................... 2 Data Interpretation Issues .................................................................................................. 2 Terminology for Race and Ethnicity .................................................................................... 2 For Further Information ...................................................................................................... 3 Executive Summary ........................................................................................................... 5 Community Indicators and Appendices · Youth Relations with Parents ................................................................................................ 6 · Youth Attempted Suicide ....................................................................................................... 9 · Exercise .............................................................................................................................. 11 · Youth Smoking .................................................................................................................... 13 · Youth Drinking and Driving ................................................................................................. 15 · Crime .................................................................................................................................. 17 · Juvenile Crime .................................................................................................................... 19 · Safe Schools ....................................................................................................................... 21 · Safe Neighborhoods ........................................................................................................... 23 · Child Maltreatment .............................................................................................................. 25 · Child Care ........................................................................................................................... 27 · Childhood Immunization ...................................................................................................... 29 · Eligibility for Free School Lunch .......................................................................................... 31 · Chiloren Receiving Family Cash Assistance ....................................................................... 33 · Limited English Proficiency ................................................................................................. 35 · Student Mobility .................................................................................................................. 37 · Basic Test Scores (Sth Grade) ............................................................................................ 39 · Test Scores (3rd and 5th Grade) ......................................................................................... 41 · Dropout Rates ..................................................................................................................... 45 · Graduation Rates ................................................................................................................ 47 · Youth Sexual Activity .......................................................................................................... 49 · Teen Pregnancy and Birth Rates ........................................................................................ 51 · School Districts Map ........................................................................................................... 53 · Appendix 1: Community Population Estimates (Youth and Total) ....................................... 54 · Appendix 2: District Enrollment by Ethnicity ....................................................................... 55 · Appendix 3: Minnesota Student Survey Questions ............................................................. 56 · Vision Statements for Alliance, Hennepin County, and United Way .................................... 57 · Hennepin County's Board, United Way's Research and Planning Committee, and Alliance Collaboratives ................................................................................... 58 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 The Alliance for Families And Children in Hennepin County Every child deserves a chance to succeed. We are working to make sure families and children have the support they need to be successful. We achieve this by making sure everyone who cares about children is working together in our neighborhoods and communities. We believe that by building on the strengths of families and communities we will increase the positive fOrces in a child's life and thus reduce negative or risk-taking activities. The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County is a network of community-based collaborative initiatives committed to assuring every child becomes a successful contributing adult. All 17 school districts and dozens of communities throughout Hennepin County are participating in this effort. Ten Family Services Collaboratives and the countywide Children's Mental Health Collaborative form the membership of the Alliance. Each of these collaborative efforts have a school district, the county, public health, community action agencies, Head Start, as well as nonprofit providers, parents, and business working together for children. Each collaborative is committed to creating broad-based systems change to improve the outcomes for children and families. Collaboratives are the result of state legislation and receive state and federal funds to support their work. Organizations have offered their assistance to support the success of The Alliance and its member collaboratives. These organizations include Hennepin County, United Way of Minneapolis Area, the Children, Youth and Family Consortium at the University of Minnesota, and the Search Institute. 1 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 About This Report Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look is a planning tool that examines how children, youth, and families are doing on a variety of indicators within the Westonka school district, which includes Minnetrista, Spring Park, and Mound. Many organizations and reports have focused on the well-being of children and families throughout Hennepin County, or in Minneapolis compared to suburban Hennepin County, but none have provided this level of geographic detail on such a comprehensive range of indicators. The information will be useful to the Westonka communities as they establish goals and determine desired outcomes and indicators of progress for their work with families and children. Michael Blotevogel, M.P.A., was the principal investigator and author of this report. Additional research, verification, tabulation, charting, and data analysis were provided by staff Elizabeth Peterson, Ph.D.; Lisa Thornquist, Ph.D., Mark Herzfeld, M.A., and Nancy Bolin, A.A.S. Criteria for Selection of Indicators The indicators were selected based on a number of criteria, including: availability of data on an ongoing basis and at a local level; specificity; relevance to children and families; sensitivity to change; objectivity; and understandability. The geographic level of detail (i.e., city level or school-district level) was primarily determined by the nature of the best available data. Six school districts along the western edge of Hennepin County (Elk River, Buffalo, Rockford, Delano, Watertown-Mayer, and Waconia) were not analyzed, as they are classified by the Minnesota Department of Children, Families, and Learning with other counties. Excluding these districts allowed a more focused analysis of the areas which our Alliance partners primarily serve. Data Interpretation Issues The indicators featured in this report provide valuable insights into the status of children and families in Westonka. Indicators alone, however, cannot provide a fully detailed picture of complex social issues, and readers are challenged to use their experience and reason to arrange all the evidence, draw conclusions, and identify solutions to problems. Many of these indicators interrelate and affect each other. Indicators may also fluctuate in response to historical events, changes in the economy or environment, or area population shifts. At a more specific level, there are limitations inherent in each indicator, and interpretation should be made carefully. The analyses in this report reflect the interpretation of the staff and volunteers of the United Way and Hennepin County. It is recognized that alternative interpretations may be equally valid. Care should be given when assessing the comparative weight of indicators in this report because the data presented are limited to what is available and readily collected. There are many indicators that would be preferable, but are simply unavailable. This limitation also affects the geographic areas represented, the demographics analyzed, and the time increments used in detailing trends. Terminology for Race and Ethnicity This report uses the following terms to identify five major racial/ethnic groups within the population: "African American," "Asian/Pacific Islander," "Hispanic," "Native American," and "White." While the terms are somewhat inconsistent, we consider them to be the most commonly accepted terms in contemporary use. All of the terms except "Hispanic" are mutually 2 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 exclusive; major surveys like the Census typically ask persons of mixed racial heritage to self- identify in one racial category. Persons of Hispanic origin can designate themselves as being in a certain racial group as well (for example, they could be a White Hispanic). For this reason, some summary statistics broken out by race/ethnicity double count Hispanic persons. Many studies shorten "Asian/Pacific Islander" to "Asian" but this masks some important cultural differences (the Census tracks more than 27 distinct ethnic groups under "Asian & Pacific Islander"). "Native American" also masks differences, as it includes diverse populations spread over two continents, including Eskimo (Inuit) and Aleut. "Hispanic" is a generic term referring to the ethnicity of persons who are of Spanish heritage, Spanish speaking, or Spanish surnamed. "Hispanic" is not comfortably accepted by all, but is used to encompass other more specific labels such as Latino/Latina (Central or South Ame'rican heritage), Chicano/Chicana (Mexican), and others. For Further Information For further information, or to order additional copies of this report at a cost of $5 each, please contact: United Way of Minneapolis Area Research and Planning Department 404 South Eighth Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 (612) 340-7560 Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County 6300 Walker Street St. Louis Park, MN 55416 (612) 928-6725 Hennepin County Office of Planning & Development Government Center A-2308 300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487-0238 (6' 2) 348-4466 The report is also available on the worldwide web at http://www.uwmsp.orq and http://www.co, hennepin .mn.us. 3 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Executive Summary Much of the data in Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look indicate that the Westonka school district, which includes Minnetrista, Spring Park, and Mound, is one of the better environments for children and families in Hennepin County. Trend analysis, described in Children and Families in Hennepin County: A Closer Look, reveals that suburban Hennepin County is generally moving in a positive direction on most of the indicators. The data also indicate that Westonka has not been as successful as other communities in addressing particular risk behaviors. Family Assets and Youth Behaviors · Westonka's students were less likely than the county overall to report feeling that they could talk to their mother about problems they are having, and about as likely to report feeling that they can talk to their father. · Suicide attempts were more prevalent among Westonka students than for Hennepin County students overall, with the exception of 9th-grade males. Westonka's 12th- grade female students were the most likely to report a suicide attempt among the Hennepin County districts. · Westonka students are less likely to report being physically active than the county overall. · Westonka students are more likely to smoke than Hennepin County students overall. The percentage of 6th-grade males, 9th-grade females, and 12th-grade males and females who have ever smoked was higher in Westonka than in any other community. · The percentage of Westonka 12th-grade males who have ever driven a motor vehicle after using alcohol or other drugs is higher than in any other community in Hennepin County, while the percentage of 12th-grade females also exceeds the county average. Crime, Violence, and SafeW · The violent crime rate in Mound has exceeded the rate for suburban Hennepin County the last two years. · Mound has a higher juvenile apprehension rate than the county average · Westonka's 12th grade females were more likely than students in any other district to report feeling safe at school, but Westonka's 6th-grade males were the least likely. · Westc~ka students were more likely to report feeling safe in their neighborhoods than Hennepin students overall, with the exception of 12th-grade males. · The number of Westonka children victimized by maltreatment would represent 1 percent of the district's enrollment, which is slightly higher than the proportion that would be found in suburban Hennepin overall (although it should be noted that many vic:ims of maltreatment may not be old enough to be enrolled in school). Poverty and Other Risk Factors Less than 30 families in Mound were on Hennepin County's waiting list for subsidized child care, representing less than one percent of total households. These figures are consistent with data for suburban Hennepin County. 4 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 · 'The southwest outer ring suburbs have higher percentages of children who are up- to-date on their immunizations than suburban Hennepin County for children ages 4 months, 6 months, and 8 months, but are below the suburban average for children ages 17 months and 20 months. · The percentage of students eligible for free school lunch in Westonka is lower than the percentage for Hennepin County overall and approximately equal to the suburban Hennepin percentage. · Three percent of Westonka's population receives some form of family cash assistance, compared to over four percent of the overall Hennepin population. The number of children in families receiving assistance dropped from 100 to 81 between December, 1996 and December, 1998. · · The percentage of Westonka students who have limited English proficiency (LEP) is lower than the average for Hennepin County overall and suburban Hennepin. · Student mobility has tended to be lower in Westonka than for suburban Hennepin County overall, although the percentage was higher for Westonka in 1997-98. Education · Westonka's 3rd-, 5th-, and 8th-grade students have all exceeded the county average on standardized tests. · Westonka's dropout rate has consistently been under the rate for Hennepin County overall and suburban Hennepin County. · Westonka's graduation rate was higher than the overall county rate, but lower than the rate for suburban Hennepin County during 1996-97. Sexual ActiviW · The percentage of students who report having sexual intercourse is higher among Westonka students than for Hennepin County overall and suburban Hennepin. Westonka's 12th-grade students were more likely to report having had sexual intercourse than students in any other Hennepin County school district. · Teenage pregnancy and birth rates are roughly equivalent between Mound and suburban Hennepin County. Pregnancy and birth rates both increased significantly between 1995 and 1997. A more detailed analysis of these indicators is provided in the following pages. Westonka appears to be doing well in providing financial and physical security to its students, and the district compares favorably on education indicators. Nevertheless, Westonka has many areas where improvement is possible, particularly in reducing risk behaviors. 5 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth Relations With Parents Youth who feel that they can talk to their mother and/or father about problems they are having are more likely to enjoy parental support than those who do not. Supportive parents may offer protection to youth by helping them avoid exposure to risk factors and/or helping the child develop protective assets, such as self-esteem Parental support has been associated with numerous positive outcomes, such as lower levels of substance abuse, delinquency, and early sexual intercourse, higher levels of academic performance, and better mental health. Percentage Of Youth Who Feel They Can Talk To Problems They Are Having, 1998 6th 6th School District Anoka-Hennepin .Bloomington Brooklyn Center Ecten Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfield Rob~insdale St. Louis Park Wayzata Westonka ,': Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Minnesota Their Mother About 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Male Female 87% 92% 75% 81% 78% 84% 91% 90% 80% 83% 74% 83% 85% 82% 76% 71% 74% 87% 89% 94% 81% 87% 86% 87% 91% 93% 80% 86% 87% 88% 92% 93% 80% 86% 81% 83% 84%! 95% 78% 83% 73% 88% 95% 96% 76% 84% 85% 83% 90% 92% 79% 79% 1% 82% 86% 92% 77% 82% 78% 1% 82% 91% 78% 85% 84% 81% 87% 92% 79% 82% 86% 75% 90% 92% 79% 85% 82% 86% 82% ~' 92% ..72% ~";;,' 69% · ,83% :'.i'i ~,-78% 88% 92% 78% 82% 80% 83% 89% 93% 79% 83% 80% 83% 86% 88% 73% 78% 79% 81% 87% 91% 78% 81% 80% 84% Percentage Of Youth Who Feel They Can Talk To Their Father About Problems They Are Having, 1998 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Mae Female Male Female Mate Female 77%1 67% 68% 55% 71% 62% 79% 67% 72% 54% 64% 58% 75% 56% 54% 49% 55% 40% 79% 71% 74% 64% 78% 71% 86% 72% 77% 70% 84% 72%i 80% 76% 74% 65% 70% 59% 78% 74% 74% 67% 65% 66% 89% 84% 71% 59% 68% 55% 80% 69% 70% 53% 66% 57% 69% 59% 60% 55% 6:3% 46% 71% 60% 70% 55% 72% 57% 81% 69% 72% 61% 70% 50% 82% 68% 73% 59% 71% 66% 76%t' ~ 56% 71% '~-~'-53% 68% ~*'~: 64% 76%{ 66% 69% 56% 69% 60% 79%t 70% 71% 58% 69% 61% 66%i 54% 59% 47% 66% 54% 77%I 65% 69% 55% 69% 60% School District Anoka-Hennepin Bloomington Brooklyn Center Eden Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfield Robbinsdale St. Louis Park Wayzata Westonka ' Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Minnesota 6 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 With the exception of 6th-grade females and 12th-grade males, students in Westonka were less likely than students in the county as a whole to report feeling that they could talk to their mother about problems they are having. While 6th-grade females in Westonka were much less likely than their counterparts in all of Hennepin County to report feeling that they talk to their father about problems they are having, the other Westonka subgroups were within four percentage points above or below the average for the county. Westonka students were more likely to report feeling like they could talk to their mother regarding the problems they are having rather than their father. Ninth- and 12th-grade males were slightly more likely than females to.report feeling that they could talk to their mother, and males were much more likely than females to report feeling that they could talk to their father. Generally, the percentage of Hennepin County students who report feeling like they can talk to their parents about the problems they are having increased from 1992 to 1998. Percentage of Youth Who Feel They Can Talk to Their Mother About Problems They Are Having 12th Female 12th Male 9th Female 9th Male 6th Female 6th Male 0% Westonka Hennepin County. 10% 2O% 6th Mae 82%i 88%I 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 6th 9tt~t 9th 12th 12th Femae Male! Femae Mate Female 92% 72%! 69% 83% 78% 92% 78%1 82% 80%i 83% · Westonka El Hennepin , County 7 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Percentage of Youth Who Feel They Can Talk to Their Father About Problems They Are Having 12th Female 12th Male 9th Female 9th Male 6th Female 6thMale ,Westonka 13 Hennepin County 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Femae Male Female Westonka 76% 56% 71% 53% 68% 64% Hennepin County 76% 66% 69% 56% 69% 60% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learninc_. Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Scales, Peter C., & Leffert, Nancy, Developmental Assets: A Synthesis of the Scientific Research on Adolescent Development, 1999. Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth Attempted Suicide Suicide attempts have devastating consequences for the families and friends of the victims, especially when they are successful, and reflect the ultimate form of hopelessness for all who engage in such attempts. Communities with above average percentages of students attempting to kill themselves may have youth who are being placed in uniquely stressful circumstances, or who are unwilling or unable to receive psychiatric help. Depression and suicidal tendencies are treatable mental disorders. Percentage of Students Who Have Ever Tried to Kill Themselves, 1998 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th School District Male Female Male Female' Male Female Anoka-Hennepin 8% 8% 10% 20% 9% 14% Bloomington 6% 10% 7% 12% 4% 14% Brooklyn Center 14% 16% 6% 25% 4% 6% Eden Prairie 5% 3% 5% 10% 5%i 9% Edina 7% 3% 2% 10% 6% 3% Hopkins 3% 4% 8% 10% 5% 10% Minnetonka 10% 6% 7% 12% 11% 17% Orono 2% 5% 6% 11% 2% 15% IOsseo 4% 6%1 7% 14% 8% 13% Richfield ! 8% 3%; 9% 13% 4%i 12% Robbinsdale I 10% 11%' 6%! 17% 7% 12% St. Louis Park 10% 7% 6%I 17% 5% 8% Wayzata 6% 4% 7%! 13% 4% 10% Westonka ..- 10% ~;::,-10% 3% :,;:.- '-18% 10% ~'::,:21% Hennepin County 7%1 9% 6% 14% 6% 12% Suburban Hennepin 6%t 8% 6% 13% 6% 12% IMinneapoIls i 9% 14% 8% 19% 5%t 12% iMinnesota I 8% 8% 7% 16% 7%t 13% Suicide attempts were more prevalent among Westonka students than for Hennepin County students overall, with the lone exception of 9th-grade males. Westonka has the highest percentage of 12th-grade female students who reported ever attempting suicide among all of Hennepin County's communities. The percentage of students who have tried to kill themselves has remained fairly constant between 1992 and 1998 for Minneapolis and suburban Hennepin County students in the 6th and 9th grades, and has dropped considerably for 12th-grade students, especially females. Students in 9th grade are more likeiy to report ever having tried to kill themselves than students in 12th grade. This discrepancy might reflect a tendency among 12th-grade students to rely on a more strict definition of what constitutes a suicide attempt. Hennepin County is below the national average in terms of the percentage of students attempting suicide during the past year. In 1997, approximately eight percent of the nation's students reported such an attempt. Only 9th-grade students in Hennepin County matched that percentage, with all other groups at or below six percent. Nationally, suicide is the third leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24, and the third leading cause of death for children ages 5 to 14. More people die from suicide than from homicide in the United States. Suicide rates increased among all young persons 9 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 between the ages of 10 and 19 between 1980 and 1992, and by 114 percent from 1980 to 1995 among African American youths. The suicide rate among white youths was 157 percent greater than the rate among African American youths in 1980; by 1995 the rate among white youths was only 42 percent greater than the rate among African American youths. Firearm-related suicides accounted for 96 percent of the increase in the suicide rate among African American children and teenagers. Explanations for the increasing suicide rate among all youths include the breakdown of the family, easier access to alcoho and illicit drugs, and easier access to lethal suicide methods. Possible explanations for the increasing suicide rate among African American youths include the growth of the African American middle class (as African American youth mimic the "coping behaviors" of the larger society), and a greater willingness to record suicide as a cause of death among African American youths. Percentage of Students Who Have Ever Tried to Kill Themselves ;12th Female 12th Male 9th Female 9th Male 6th Female 6th Male O% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% · Westonka ,13 Hennepin County Westonka Hennepin County 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Male Female 10% 10% 3% 18% 10% 21% 7% 9% 6% 14% 6% 12% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Leaming, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Center for Disease Control, Fact Sheet: Youth Risk Behavior Trends, available: http:llwww.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dashlyrbs/trend.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]; American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Teen Suicide, available: http:llwww.aacap.org/weblaacap/publicationslfactsfamlsuicide.htm [accessed September 30, 1999]; Center for Disease Control, Suicide in the United States, available: http:llwww.cdc.govlncipc/dvplsuifacts.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]; Center for Disease Control, Suicide Among Black Youths, available: http:/Iwww.cdc.gov/od/oclmedia/fact/suicidby.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]. 10 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Exercise Regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence improves strength and endurance, builds healthy bones and muscles, helps control weight, reduces anxiety and stress, increases self- esteem, and may improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Percentage of Students Exercising Three or More Times Per Week, 1998 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th School District Male Female Male Female Male Female Anoka-Hennepin 70% 64% 77% 65% 64% 4.c% Bloomington 77% 60% 76% .70% 63% 48% Brooklyn Center 73% 60% 67% 80% 66% 40% Eden Prairie 80% 75% 79% 78% 68% 59% Edina 83% 75% 85% 78% 67% 66% Hopkins 80% 72% 77% 68% 70% 52% Minnetonka 79% 80% 81% 73% 61% 6,~% Qrono 81% 77% 87% 83% 73% 58% Osseo 75% 72% 78% 63% 67% 50% Richfield 70% 67% 71% 70% 66% 51% Robbinsdale 79% 66% 81% 75% 66% 42% St. Louis Park 70% 68% 78% 76% 65%i 54% !Wayzata 73% 73% 88% 82% 72%'~ 54% Westonka 70% ,,~, 64% · 73% ~,~,~?.~,67% ,~ 63% ~.,-.. 51%. Hennepin County 73% 66% 78% 69% 66% 53% Suburban Hennepin 78% 72% 80% 71% 66% 54%~ Minneapolis 56% 47% 67% 58% 68% 48% Minnesota 73% 69% 79% 70% 68% 51% · Westonka students are less likely to report being physically active for a combined total of at least 30 minutes three or more times per week than Hennepin County students overall. Males are more likely than females to report exercising three or more times per week. The percentage who report exercising three or more times per week was the highest among 9th- grade students, and the lowest among 12th-grade students. Local trend data is unavailable. Nationally, the percentage of students participating in vigorous physical activity (activity that makes a student sweat and breathe hard for at least 20 minutes) for at least three of the seven days preceding a survey declined by 2.5 percent from 1991 to 1997, from 66.3 to 63.8 percent. Participation in vigorous physical activity on a regular basis is more common among 9th graders (72%) than 12th graders (55%). Male students (74%) were significantly more likely than female students (52%) to report vigorous physical activity, and white students (67%) were more likely than African American students (53%) to report vigorous physical activity. Daily enrollment in physical education classes dropped from 42 percent to 25 percent among high school students between 1991 and 1995. The percentage of young people who are overweight has more than doubled in the past 30 years. · Nationally, inactivity and poor diet cause 300,000 deaths a year in the United States. Only tobacco use causes more preventable deaths. 11 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Percentage of Students Exercising Three or More Times Per Week 12th Female 12th Male 9th Female 9th Male 6th Female 6th Male 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% · Westonka [] Hennepin County 80% 90% I 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12thi Male Female Male Femae Male Female! Westonka 70% 64% 73% 67%1 63% 51%! Hennepin County 73% 66%I 78% 69%! 66% 53%! Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Center for Disease Control, Fact Sheet: Youth Risk Behavior Trends, available: http:llwww.cdc.govlnccdphpldashlyrbsltrend.htm [accessed October 4, 1999];Center for Disease Control, CDC's Guidelines for School and Community Programs, available: http:llwww.cdc.gov/nccdphpldashlphactaag.htm [accessed October 5, 1999]; Center for Disease Control, 1995 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), available: http:llwww.cdc.govlnccdphpldashlyrbslsuph.htm [accessed October 5, 1999]; Center for Disease Control, Prevalence of Overweight Among Third- and Sixth-Grade Children - New York City, ~996, available: http:llwww.cdc.govlepolmmwrlpreviewlmmwrhtmllOOO55720.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]. 12 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth Smoking Tobacco use is the single leading preventable cause of death in the United States, and the risk for smoking-attributable disease increases the earlier in life smoking begins. Trends in the initiation of cigarette smoking are important indicators for directing and evaluating activities related to smoking prevention and cessation. Percentage of Youth Who Have Ever 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th School District Male Female Mae Female Male Female Anoka-Hennepin 10% 10% 33% 40% 44% 52% Bloomington 8% 11% 27% 20% 42%~ 43%! Brooklyn Center 16% 7% 49% 33% 38%' 45%I Eden Prairie 10%j 1% 21% 22% 45% 40%1 Edina 4%t 3% 28% 27% 49% 41%1 Hopkins 4%t 1% 26% 22% 41% 48%j Minnetonka 11% 4%1 21% 22% 34% 38%; Orono 2% 2% 31% 36% 5!% 44%i Osseo 6% 4% 35% 32% 43% 49%i Richfield 18% 7% 35% 36% 33% 45%i Robbinsdale 12% 9%1 29% 33% 29% 40%! St. Louis Park 4% 4% 25% 29% 27% 35%i Wayzata 9% 3% 23% 29% 35% 43%i Westonka :~, ~,.~:-19% ~..~ ~,~,~.~9% .... :31% ~:~-~...'45%t~,,,~ 50%I .... :- 56% Hennepin County 9% 7% 28% 28%! 39%i 42% Suburban Hennepin 9% 5% 32% 30%l 44%1 47% Minneapolis 11% 12% 28% 31% 28% 32% Minnesota 9% 7% 34% 36% 44% 45% Smoked, 1998 The percentage of students who have ever smoked was higher among Westonka students than for Hennepin County overall. The percentage of 6th-gracie males, 9th-grade females, and 12th-grade females who have ever smoked was higher in Westonka than in any other community. · While males in Westonka were twice as likely to have ever smoked by 6th grade than females, females were more likely to have ever smoked by 9th- or 12th-grade. The percentage of students who have ever smoked has declined significantly since 1992 for all suburban Hennepin County groups except 12th-grade students, whose declines were more modest. The percentage reporting to have ever smoked among suburban Hennepin County students actually increased from 1992 to 1995, then dropped to below 1992 levels by 1998. The positive trends in Hennepin County regarding students who have ever smoked cigarettes are not present when examining the percentage of students who report smoking at least once a month. Those percentages reveal that Hennepin County is holding steady among 6th and 9th graders but losing ground in the 12th grade - in 1992, 22 percent of 12th grade males and 28 percent of 12th-grade females reported smoking at least monthly, compared to 31 percent of 12th grade males and 32 percent of 12th grade females in 1998. Most of these increases actually occurred between 1992 and 1995. 13 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 According to the Center for Disease Control's Youth Risk Behavior Surveys, the percentage of the nation's students reporting current cigarette use (smoking cigarettes on at least one of the 30 days preceding the survey) increased from 27.5 percent in 1991 to 36.4 percent in 1997, with most of the increase occurring between 1991 and 1995. Nationally, during 1988-1996 among persons ages 12 to 17, the incidence of initiating first use increased by 30 percent and first daily use increased by 50 percent. Percentage of Students who Have Ever Smoked 12th Female 12th Male 9th Female gthMale 6th Female 6thMale IWestonka 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Male Female Westonka 19% 9% 31% 45% 50% 56% Hennepin County 9% 7% 28% 28% 39% 42% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Center for Disease Contrci, Fact Sheet: Youth Risk Behavior Trends, available: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphpldash/yrbsltrend.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]; Center for Disease Control, "Incidence of Initiation of Cigarette Smoking - United States, 1965-1996," Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, October 9, 1998, pp. 837-840, available: ftp:/Iftp.cdc.govlpublPublications/mmwrlwklmm4739.pdf [accessed October 4, 1999]. 14 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth Drinking and Driving The prominent role of alcohol in traffic accidents has long been recognized. Communities in which a high proportion of youth engage in drinking and driving will be less safe, for the youth committing the offense as well as other pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists. Percentage of Students Who Have Driven After Using Alcohol or Other Drugs, 1998 School District Anoka-Hennepin Bloomington .Brooklyn Center Eden Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfie:d Robi3insdale -St. Louis Park Wayzata Westonka Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Minnesota a Motor Vehicle 9th 9th 12th 12th Mae Femae Male Female 13% 6% 38% 29% 10% 2% 37% 23% 7%! 4% 21% 23% 5% 2% 30% 18% 8% 3%t 26% 23% 11% 1% 38% 24% 4%j 2% 27% 23% 8%1 2% 36% 44% 12%1 3%i 32% 23% 8%1 6% 28% 32% 8% i 4%1 21% 16% 6%] 3% 29% 18% 5% 2% 30% 29% 5% .~':~., 0% ~-~48% ~,~;~,~ 28% 9% 4% 31% 23% 9% 4% 31% 24% 11% 3% 28% 15% 13%t 5% 41% 30% The percentage of Westonka 12th-grade males who have driven a motor vehicle after using alcohol or other drugs is higher than in any other community in Hennepin County, while the perc~=ntage of 12th-grade females who have engaged in this behavior also exceeds the average for the county. Westonka's 9th-grade students were slightly less likely than all Hennepin County students to drive after using alcohol or other drugs. There may be an inverse relationship between population density and propensity to drive while intoxicated; in areas that are more dense, transportation alternatives may be easier to obtain. · Westonka's 12th-grade males were much more likely than their female counterparts to drive after using alcohol or other drugs, which is consistent with most Hennepin County cities. The percentage of Hennepin County students who reported ever driving after using alcohol or other drugs declined from 1995 to 1998 for 12th-grade students, but increased among 9th graders. This may be a potential problem area as this cohort ages. · The number and percentage of alcohol-related deaths in Minnesota went from the lowest on record in 1997 to the highest in 10 years in 1998. The children of baby boomers are entering the age of greatest risk for impaired driving, and arrests for driving while intoxicated have increased fastest among the young. Over the last three /ears, arrests of 15-to-19 year olds for driving while intoxicated increased 26 percent, 15 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 28 percent, and 21 percent in Minnesota. In 1998, 129 children ages 0 to 19 were killed in motor vehicle crashes in Minnesota; 46 (36%) of those were alcohol related. 12th Female 12th Male 9th Female 9th Male Percentage of Youth who Have Driven After Using Alcohol or Other Drugs · Westonka ~[] Hennepin County 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Westonka 5% 0% 48% 28% Hennepin County 9% 4% 31% 23% 60% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tab/es), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety, Minnesota Motor Vehicle Crash Facts, 1998, available: http://www.dps.state.mn.us/trafsafe/trafsafe.html [accessed October 12, 1999]. 16 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Crime Communities with higher than average violent crime rates will often be perceived as unsafe by businesses, families, and children. These fears can spur decisions to either relocate within or outside of the community, furthering segregation between those who have relocation options and those who do not, or can encourage citizens to withdraw from community life in order to feel safe. Violent Part I Crimes Per 100,000 Population, By Municipality Municipality 19901 1991 1992 1993 1994 Bloomington 162 165 212 235 213 Brooklyn Center 287 553 389 480 442 Brooklyn Park 706 615 522 499 465 Champlin 95 152 170 172 179 Eden Prairie 1141 142 150 108 102t Edina 561 76 85 126 68 Golden Valley 86~ 134 138 128 234 Hopkins 290i 250 238 274 242 Long Lake 1511 151 150 202 308 Maple Grove ! 62! 70 181 112 92 Medina I 114i 110 258 150 243! Min netonka 105! 136 110 79 77i Minnetonka Beach 0! 0 0 0 173 Mound ;-:',~ , 931 84~:~497 :: 218 New Hope 210l 147 215 225 240 Orono 55 68 82 68 67 Osseo I 1851 113 338 190 77 Plymouth I 1001 131 165 161 105 Richfield t 378! 335 539 405 465 Robbinsdale I 299i 271 374 347 358 St. Anthony I 181! 103 300 125 151 St. Louis Park I 132! 210t 207 165 188,, Wayzata I 105! 105 258 209 104 Hennepin County 617t 710 739 762 810 Suburban Hennepin 215i 235 242 241 231 Minneapolis 1,3601 1,596 1,682, 1,761 1,930 1,9341 Part I violent crimes include murder, rape, and aggravated assault. 180 8O 117 139 465 317 216I 2091 75 813 245 1995 1996 1997 1998 250 263 243 230 411 428 421 403 575 543 422 435 204 146 1381 54 84 94 101! 103 75 91 1021 104 172 220 276t 143 326 3241 2661 272 309 52i 52! 104 102 109t 971 119 100 142t 921 70 59 78t 801 59 0 0t 0t 0 225 203t 189i i34 N/A 86i 97! 119 412i 3921 356 296 3391 318 60 119t 154 175t 207i N/A 323t 73! 121 ?76i 762i 636 2361 2241 195 1,868! 1,859i 1,532 robbery, The violent crime rate in Mound has exceeded the rate for suburban Hennepin County the last two years. Mound's violent crime rate peaked in 1992, and has followed an inconsistent trend since that time. · Violent crime rates have been relatively stable in suburban Hennepin County in the 19906, and were lower in 1998 than they were in 1990. The nation's violent crime rate fell 7 percent last year and was 27 percent lower in 1998 than in ' 993. Reports of both violent crimes (rape, sexual assault, robbery, and assault) and property crimes (burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft) were at their lowest levels since the Bureau of Justice Statistics began its National Crime Victimization Survey in 1973. Property crime decreased by 12 percent from 1997 to 1998 and 32 percent from 1993 to 1998. Preliminary estimates from the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Reporting 17 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 program suggest that the murder rate declined about 9 percent between 1997 and 1998. In 1998, about half of the nation's violent crime victims knew their attacker(s). More than 70 percent of the rape/sexual assault victims knew their attacker(s), as did 50 percent of the aggravated assault victims. In 1998, the nation's males were victimized 1.5 times as often as females, and African Americans were victimized at somewhat higher rates than whites. Non-Hispanics and Hispanics were victimized at about the same rate. Violent Crime Per 100,000 Population 900 700 600 -- 500 400 300 200 ~oo -O----~-O 0 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 & Hennepin County ~o~Mound 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 Mound 93 84 497 218 125 219 175 236 225 Hennepin County 617 710 739 762 810 813 778 762 638 Sources: Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development [unpublished data]; Bureau of Justice Statistics, U.S. Violent Crime Rate Fell 7 Percent in 1998, 27 Percent Lower than in 1993, available http:llwww.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjslpublpress/cv98.pr [accessed October 6, 1999]; Bureau of Justice Statistics, Criminal Victimization 1998, August 25, 1999 available: http:llwww.ojp.usdoj.govlbjs/pub/pdflcv98.pdf [accessed October 6, 1999]. 18 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Juvenile Crime Communities with a high incidence of apprehensions for juvenile crime will seem less safe to their members. While a high level of apprehensions may reflect enforcement practices, it may also allude to a range of social and economic symptoms sparking the deviant behavior, such as poor family relations or a lack of legitimate social or economic opportunity. Juvenile Apprehension Rates (per 100,000 Population Age '!0-17, 1998) Municipality Violent Arrests Property Arrests Bloomington 543 9,978 Brooklyn Center 958 16,195 Brooklyn Park 623 3,867 Champlin 34 1,440 Eden Prairie 296 3,046 Edina 189 2,852 Golden Valley 102 1,017 Hopkins 1,208 2,795 Long Lake 1 1 Maple Grove 305 1,045 Medina/Loretto 1 8 Minnetonka 128 3,562 Minnetonka Beach 0 0 Mound ' '~ _ !~ .-i~ :~,~. ~-:,:.':'¢~':~".:"~':~, 700 ~:~::%%~!:'~ 4,464 New Hope 91 1,272 Orono 0 496 ©sseo 0 3,650 Plymouth 192 1,113 Richfield 898 2,501 Robbinsdale 1,120 1,045 St. Anthon'.,' 672 4,704 St. Louis Park 344 1,263 Wayzata 475 2,849 Hennepin County 610 3,908 Suburban Hennepin County 370 3,603 Minneapolis 1,226. 4,693 Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. Property crimes include burglary, larceny, auto theft, and arson. · Mound has a higher juvenile apprehension rate than the rate for Hennepin County overall. Apprehension rates for violent crimes in Hennepin County peaked in 1994, but have declined by 15 percent since 1995. Apprehension rates for property crimes have not followed a consistent trend, but declined by 9 percent between 1997 and 1998. The encouraging trends seen since 1994 coincide with improved employment opportunities, a declining welfare caseload, and a host of community and organizational interventions in response to the crime problem. · The total number of juvenile apprehensions in suburban Hennepin County more than doubled between 1990 and 1995, but fell by 10 percent between 1995 and 1998. · Nearly twice as many juvenile males were apprehended in 1998 as females for Part I (serious offenses) in Hennepin County. Nationally, juvenile males are 2.5 times more likely 19 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 to be arrested for property crimes than females, but the gap is shrinking - between 1991 and 1997 the property crime arrest rate for females increased 42% while declining 15% among males. In 1995, there were 16 known male homicide offenders to every female homicide offender. The number of known juvenile murderers increased 211 percent among males and 34 percent among females between 1984 and 1994. African Americans accounted for 40 percent of all juvenile arrests in 1997, despite constituting only 13 percent of Hennepin County's youth (age 0 to 19) population. Minnesota was the 7th lowest out of 46 states reporting juvenile arrest rates for violent crime, and 22n" lowest in juvenile arrest rates for property crime. Nationally, males ages 12 to 17 were more than twice as likely to be the victim of a serious violent crime than females in 1996, while older youth (ages 15 to 17) were more likely than their younger counterparts (ages 12 to 14) to be victims of serious violent crime. Juvenile Apprehension Rate (Arrests Per 100,000 Population Age 10-17) Property Violent 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 ! · Mound { ~ ~Hennepin County ~ Violent Property Mound 700 4,464 Hennepin County 610 3,908 Sources: Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development [unpublished data]; Poe-Yamagata, Eileen, "Male and Female Juvenile Arrests Rates for Property Crime Index Offenses, 1981-1997," OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book, available: http:flojjdp.ncjrs.orglojstatbblqaO72.htm [accessed October 6, 1999]; Poe-Yamagata, Eileen, "Known Juvenile Homicide Offenders by Sex," OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book, available: http:llojjdp.ncjrs.orglojstatbblqaO47.htm [accessed October 6, 1999]; Poe-Yamagata, Eileen, "Serious Violent Crime Victimization Rate of Youth Ages 12-17, 1980-1996," OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book, available: http:flo'~dp.ncjrs.orglojstatbblqaOTO.htrn [accessed October 6, 1999]; Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development, Hennepin County Crime Report: 1997, September, 1998; Snyder, Howard, "State Juvenile Arrest Rates, 1997," OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book, available: http:llojjdp.ncjrs.orglojstatbblqaOO5.htm [accessed October 6, 1999]. 20 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Safe Schools Children need to feel safe in their schools in order for them to concentrate on their studies. In the most extreme situations, concerns about safety in a school could compel students to avoid attending that school. Percentage of Youth School District Anoka-Hennepin Bloomington Brooklyn Center Eden Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfield Robbinsdate iSt. Louis Park Wayzata Westonka Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Minnesota Who Feel Safe at School, 1998 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Male Female 86% 91% 89% 94% 94% 97% 89%t 93% 88% 96% 94% 96% 86% 91% 86%, 86% 92% 100% 92%! 98% 93% 95% ?% 98% 94%t 98% 97% 99% ~'~% 98% 96%i 98% 95% 98% 95% 99% 87% 97% 93% 96% 96% 96% 94% 96% 96% 96% 97% 98% 95% 97% 88% 92% 93% 95% 92% 92% 88% 95% 90% 92% 86%I 90% 87% 92% 92% 94% 93%i 95% 93%t 98% 97% 97% 92% 96% 90% 95% 99% 99% 82% 92% 92% ':~:. 97% ',:~ 93% 100% 91% 93% 89% 93% 93% 96% 92%1 95% 90% 95% 94% 97% 87% j 86% 84% 86% 89% j 92% 90%i 93% 90% 94% 95% t 96% Westonka's 9th-grade male, 9th-grade female, and 12th-grade female students were more likely to report feeling safe than their counterparts in all of Hennepin County or in suburban Hennepin County. While Westonka's 12th-grade female students, along with Brooklyn Center, were more likely than any other district in the county to report feeling safe at school, Westonka's 6th-grade male students were the least likely to report feeling safe at school. In general, students felt more safe at school in 1998 than they did in 1995. The recent spate of school shootings may alter these results when the Minnesota Student Survey is administered in 2001. National trend data suggest that schools are actually getting safer, in contrast to the popular perception. The percentage of students who carried a weapon on school property dropped from 11.8 to 8.5 percent between 1993 and 1997, while the percentage who were involved in a physical fight on school property fell from 16.2 to 14.8 percent. The percentages of students who felt too unsafe tc go to school, were threatened or injured with a weapon on school property, or had property stolen or damaged on school property either decreased or remained unchanged between 1993 and 1997. In 1996, less than 1 percent of all homicides among school-aged children (5 to 19 years of age) occurred in or around school grounds or on the way to and from school. Over 8 in 10 (83%) of school homicide or suicide victims were males. 21 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Percentage of Youth who Feel Safe at School Female 12th Male 12th 9th Male 9th Female 6th 6th 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% · Westonka m Hennepin Weston~a Hennepin County 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male FemaLe Male Female Male Female 82% 92% 92% 97% 9~% 100% 91% 93% 89% 93% 93% 96% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Fact Sheet: Youth Risk Behavior Trends, available: http:llwww.cdc.govlnccdphpldashlyrbsltrend.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Facts About Violence Among Youth and Violence in Schools, available: http:llwww.cdc.govlodloclmedialpressrellr990421 .htm [accessed October 4, 1999]. 22 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Safe Neighborhoods Students who feel unsafe in their neighborhoods may be less likely to exercise and socialize with others, and more likely to carry a weapon, due to concerns associated with ensuring basic physical safety. The desire to find a safer neighborhood is often a major cause of families moving to new neighborhoods, which can cause major disruption in the lives of the children involved. Percentage of Youth Who Feel Safe in Their Neighborhood, 1998 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th School District Male Femaie Male Female Male Female Anoka-Hennepin 91% 93% 92t% 96% 97% 98% Bloomington 97%' 95% 96% 97% 96%! 98%1 Brooklyn Center 74% 72% 78% 87% 92%t 97%I Eden Prairie 96% 98% 97% 99% 99% 99%! Edina 96% 98% 98% 98% 97% 100%1 P..3pkins 96% 99% 96% 98% 97% 98%I Minnetonka 94% 97% 99% 97% 97% 98%I Orono 96% 98% 97% 98% 95% 100%i Osseo 93% 93% 93% 94% 94% 94%i ~Richfieid 92% 92% 94% 95% 94%j 93%1 Robbinsdale 92% 92% 94% 97% 93°/oi 96%i St. Louis Park 93% 94% 97% 97% 98%1 96%~ Wayzata 97% 97%t 95% 97% 99%~ 99% Westonka ' ." ~ ~i~'.'¢.~:'- 95% ~:~,~'97% 1'-r--''~*~'~98~,~ ; ~'~'-- 99% '%'~':; ~'~92%1' :~: ~ ~'98%' Hennepin County 90% 91%; 92% 94% 95%t 95% Suburban Hennepin 94% 96% 94% 96% 96%1 97% Minneapolis 77% 75% 81% 83% 90%I 84%i Minnesota 93% 92% 95% 96% 97%! 98%! Over 9 in 10 students in Westonka reported feeling safe in their neighborhood in 1998. With the exception of 12th-grade males, Westonka students were more likely to report feeling safe in their neighborhoods than Hennepin students overall. · The percentage of students who felt safe in their neighborhood increased for students in Minneapolis and suburban Hennepin County between 1995 and 1998. · More suburban than Minneapolis students tend to feel safe in their neighborhoods. Positive trends have emerged nationally regarding the safety of youth. From 1991 to 1997, the percentage of students who reported being involved in a physical fight decreased from 42.5 to 36.6 percent, and the percentage who reported carrying a gun within the last 30 days decreased from 7.9 to 5.9 percent between 1993 and 1997 (1991 data was unavailable). The percentage who reported carrying any type of weapon within the last 30 days decreased from 26.1 to 18.3 percent. Nationally, homicide rates for young males began to decline in 1994 and dropped 25 percent between 1993 and 1996. Nevertheless, homicide is the second leading cause of death for persons 15 to 24 years of age and is the leading cause of death for African American and Hispanic youths in this age group. 23 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 · In 1996, 85 percent of homicide victims 15 to 19 years of age were killed with a firearm. Percentage of Students Who Feel Safe in Their Neighborhood Female 12th Male 12th Female 9th Male 9th Female 6th Male 6th 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ~ IBWestonka , ~EI Hennep n , 6th 6th 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Male Female Westonka 95% 97% 98% 99% 92% 98% Hennepin County 90% 91% 92% 94% 95% 95% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), 1992, 1995, and 1998; Center for Disease Control, Fact Sheet: Youth Risk 3ehavior Trends, available: http:/Iwww.cdc.govlnccdphpldashlyrbsltrend.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Youth Violence in the United States, available: http:/Iwww.cdc.govlncJpc/dvplyvfacts.htm [accessed October 4, 1999]. 24 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Child Maltreatment Child abuse and neglect have long-term effects. Young victims are more likely to be physically aggressive, socially withdrawn, and/or have learning problems. In their teen years, they are more likely to be involved in crime, become pregnant, perform poorly in school, use drugs and alcohol, and/or attempt suicide. Number of Children with Substantiated Child Maltreatment Claims, August 1, 1998- July 31, 1999 District Child District Child Victims Victims .Anoka-Hennepin 76 Richfield 41 Bloomington 91 Robbinsdale 155 Brooklyn Center 28 St. Anthony-New Brighton 1 Eden ;~rairie 38 St. Louis Park 45 Edina 11 Wayzats I 31 Hopkins 68 . 22 Minnetonka 25 Hennepin County t 2,857 Orono i7 Suburban Hennepin I 846 Osseo i195 Minneapolis ] 2,011 · The Westonka school district has the fourth lowest number of victims o' child maltreatment among the Hennepin County districts, possibly due to the small size of the district. Between 1990 and 1993, the number of alleged victims of child maltreatment in Hennepin County rose dramatically, increasing by almost 110 percent. The increase in reported cases may be due in part to changes in the legal definition of child abuse to include drug exposure (1990) and educational neglect (1993) as forms of abuse. A public education campaign initiated in the early 1990s may have also had an effect. The number of alleged victims 0eclined by 22 percent between 1993 and 1998. The number of determined victims rose slightly between 1990 and 1992, but has declined by 11 percent since then. In 1998, 39 percent of alleged victims' cases were substantiated. The differentiation between alleged and determined victims may result because of a community standard of maltreatment that is broader than the standard relied upon by child protection providers, or because of strict standards designed to contain caseload due to resource availability. National studies suggest that more children suffer from abuse and neglect than are seen through official statistics from state child protective services agencies. In 1997, about 14 children per 1,000 children younger than 18 were found to be victims of abuse or neglect, compared with a 1993 study in which professionals estimated that 42 children per 1,000 in the population were harmed or endangered by abuse. Child abuse is correlated with youth homelessness. Compared to the general population of 12- to 16-year-olds, Minnesota youth experiencing homelessness are nearly three times more likely to have been sexually abused (24% vs. 9%) or physically abused (42% vs. 13%). Over 1 in 10 (11%) metropolitan homeless youth report leaving their last housing because of abuse. Sixty-one percent of Minnesota homeless youth reported that they could return home if they wished to do so. 25 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 The extent of determined child abuse and maltreatment differs significantly by race in Minnesota. Native American, African American, and Hispanic children are far more likely to be substantiated as experiencing abuse or neglect. Within Minnesota, 67 percent of victims of maltreatment suffered from neglect, 29 percent from physical abuse, 9 percent from sexual abuse, and under 2 percent from emotional abuse or mental injury. Some children experience multiple forms of maltreatment. Statewide, 80 percent of all offenders in 1997 were the victim's birth parents; other relatives accounted for 12 percent of offenciers, and parent companions accounted for five percent. Licensed child care providers, foster parents, and facility staff accounted for one percent of offenders. Children Reported to be Abused and Neglected in Hennepin County 12,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 0 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 ~ Alleged Victims ~Determined Victims 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995t 19961 1997 1998 Alleged Victims 5,115 8,196 9,000 10,736 10,524 8,8381 8.425 9,649 8,367 Determined Victims 2,072 3,048 3,692 3,542 3,362 2,9721 3,224 3,721 3,290 Sources: Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development [unpublished data]; Children's Defense Fund - Minnesota, Minnesota Kids: A Closer Look, 1998 Data Book, 1998; Wattenberg, Esther, & Hyungmo, Klm, A Report on Child Ma/treatment, Center for Urban and Regional Affairs and Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare, University of Minnesota, February, 1997; Wilder Research Center, Minnesota Statewide Survey of Persons Without Permanent Shelter: Volume II, Unaccompanied Youth, July, 1998; Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development & United Way of Minneapolis, 1998 Hennepin County Indicators of Community Sustainability, January, 1999; Department of Health and Human Services, The Scope and P,oblem of Child Ma/treatment, available: http://www.acf.dhhs.qov/pro.qrams/cb/ncanprob.htm [accessed October 20, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Human Services, DHS -':act Sheets: Child Abuse, Neglect Prevention: Protecting Minnesota's Children, available: http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/aboutdhs/facts/childabu.htm [accessed October 20, 1999]. 26 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Child Care Access to affordable child care is crucial to Iow- and moderate-income families. Effective child care programs can be instrumental in children's health and intellectual development, while giving parents the opportunity to earn income without sacrificing the quality of care provided to their children. Number of Families on Waiting Lists for Subsidized Child Care (as of September 29, 1999) Municipality Bloomington Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Park Champlin Crystal Dayton Eden Prairie Edina Golden Valley Hopkins Maple Grove Medina Minnetonka Mound New Hope Orono Plymouth Richfield Robbinsdale Rogers Shorewood St. Anthony St. Louis Park Wayzata Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Number of Families Total Number of % of on Waiting List Households Households 213 35,846 0.6% 167 11,295 1.5% 355 23,594 1.5% 47 6,847 0.7% 73 9,422 0.8% 6 1,628 0.4% 67 18,755 0.4% 37, 21,010 0.2% 25 8,439 0.3% 621 8,173 0.8% 62t 15,668 0.4% 11 1,235 0.9% 44 21,213 0.2% · ': .... ~*~,-~:~':~-.~ - 28 ',~:i:~'.:, ~/;-¢~;:;3,863 ; ?:'.-,.- ,'. 0;7% 61 8,582 0.7% 5 2,793 0.2% 94 23,211 0.4% 143 15,210 0.9% 58 6,09O 1 .O% 5 7O9 0.7% 9 2,463 0.4% 6 2,561 0.2% 98 20,400 0.5% 5 1,920 0.3% 3,466 445,149 0.8% 1,705 285,228 0.6% 1,761 159,921 1.1%i Number of households based on Metropolitan Council estimates. Not all households are families with children· Less than 30 families in Mound were on Hennepin County's waiting list for subsidized child care, representing less than one percent of total households. These figures are consistent with data for all of suburban Hennepin County. Two recent studies have suggested that increased funding for child care subsidies increases employment rates and earnings for Iow- and moderate-income parents; other studies have found that families on waiting lists for child care assistance cut back their work hours and are more likely to receive public assistance or go into debt (including declaring bankruptcy). The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is the major source of federal child care assistance for Iow- and moderate-income families, providing funding to states for subsidizing care of the parent's choice. In most states, the bulk of child care subsidies are funded with 27 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 CCDF dollars. Nationally, in an average month in 1998, only 1.5 million (10%) of the 9.9 million Iow- and moderate-income children potentially eligible for CCDF assistance actually received help through the program. Minnesota is slightly below the national average. Fewer than 1 in 10 (9%) children who were eligible for CCDF subsidies (under the federal maximum) actually received a subsidy, and only 10 percent of those eligible under Minnesota's more strict standards received a subsidy. The need for child care continues to grow throughout the nation. In 1996, three out of four mothers with children between 6 and 17 were in the labor force, compared to one in four in 1965. Two-thirds of mothers with children under six now work, as do 6 in 10 mothers with infants (under age one). Minnesota has the nation's highest overall workforce participation rate, (75 percent, compared to a national rate of 67 percent), and the highest workforce participation rate for women (70 percent, compared to a national rate of 60 percent). Children participating in quality programs are less likely to be held back a grade or be placed in special education programs. Additionally, children in high quality child care demonstrate greater language development, mathematical ability, greater thinking and attention skills, and fewer behavioral problems in school. These differences hold true for children from a range of family backgrounds. In 1996, only 45 percent of three-to five-year old children from Iow-income families were enrolled in preschool programs, compared to almost three-quarters of children from high-income famii~es. Families on Waiting Lists for Subsidized Child Care as a Proportion of All Households 1.0% 0.9% 0.8% 0.7% -- 0.6% 0.5% 0.4% 0.3% - 0.2% 0.1% 0.0% - Mound Hennepin County Hennepin County Mound Number of Families Total Number % of on Waiting List of Households Households 28 3,863 0.7% 3,466 445,149 0.8% Sources: Department of Health and Human Services, Access to Child Care for Low-Income Working Families, available: http:llwww.acf.dhhs.govlnewslccreport.htm [accessed October 19, 1999]; Children's Defense Fund, Child Care Basics, available: http:llwww.childrensdefense.org/childcare/cc_basics.html [accessed October 8, 1999]; Children's Defense Fund, Quality Child Care is Key to School Readiness, available: http:l/www.childrensdefense.orglchildcarelcc._school_readiness.html [accessed October 20, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Economic Security, Minnesota is the Hardest Working State in the Nation, October 15, 1999, available: http:/Iwww.mnworkforcecenter.orglnewslnr19991mbc99034.htm [accessed November 2, 1999]. 28 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Childhood Immunization Vaccines protect children from unnecessary diseases that may have serious consequences, and save money in medical costs to treat disease and illness. According to the Center for Disease Control, for every dohar spent on diptheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccinations, $29 is saved, and for every dollar spent on measles-mumps-rubella vaccinations, $13 is saved. Children who are not immunized may not be receiving other important medical care and check- ups. Percentage of Children with Up-to-Date Hennepin County Region 4 Months North Outer Ring Suburbs 95.4% Northwest Inner Ring Suburbs 91.7% Northwest Rural 95.8% Southern Suburbs 93.9% Southwest Outer Ring Suburbs ,,.,~ 93.8% Wes*, Inner Ring Suburbs (North) 91.6% West Inner Ring Suburbs (South) 93.4% Western Rural Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin Minneapolis Immunizations 6 Months! 8 Months 17 Monthsi 20 Months 91.1% 85.8% 81.7%i 65,3% 85.5% 78.8% 74.3%i 58.9% 92.1% 87.9% 84.2%i 64.2% 89.1% 83.3% 74.8%i 56.9% . 88.4% .... .84.9% r ~'~'' 70.9%I 54.1% 84.6% 77.8% 72.3%i 574% 88.5% 82.2% 76.2%i 55.3% 88.1% 81.4%I 79.0%1 55.9% 79.0% 71.7%I 65.0%1 50.8% 88.0% 82.3% 75.3%1 58.0% 61.4% t 50.9%i 45.1% I 36.6% 92.5%t 86.9% 93.3% 74.2%i The North Outer Ring subur~)s include Champtin, Dayton, Medicine LaKe, and Plymouth. The Northwest Inner Rin.c suburbs include Maple Grove, Osseo, Brooklyn Center, and Brooklyn Park. The Southern suburbs include Eden Prairie, Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, and St. Louis Park. The Southwest Outer Ring suburbs include Minnetonka. Spring Park, Minnetrista, Mound, and Wayzata. The West Inner'Ring suburbs (north) include Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, and New Hope. The West Inner Ring suburbs (south) include Hopkins, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Golden Valley, and St. Louis Park. Western Rural includes Medina. Maple Plain, Rockford, and Loretto. Northwest Rural includes Hanover and Rogers. The southwest outer ring suburbs have slightly higher percentages of children who are up- to-date on their immunizations than suburban Hennepin County for children ages 4 months, 6 months, and 8 months, but are below the suburban average for children ages 17 months and 20 months. The percentage of children who are up-to-date on their immunizations declines as children get older. New requirements that children must be fully immunized to enter kindergarten should improve immunization levels between ages 2 and 5. Data from the Minnesota Department of Health indicate that 37 percent of children entering kindergarten in 1995-1996 were not up-to-date, which represents a 12 percent improvement over 1992-1993 (when 42% were not immunized). Children of color are far less likely to be up-to-date on their immunizations by age 2 than white children. In 1996-97, 58% of white children were fully immunized at 20 months, compared to 34% of children of color. The Minnesota Department of Health suggests an assortment of possible strategies for targeting pockets of need, including cultural sensitivity training of clinic staff, educating parents about the necessity of immunization, making clinics more welcoming to non-English speaking families, providing interpreters and translation services, and making immunization materials available in different languages. 29 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 100% 90% 80% 70% 6O% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% O% Percentage of Children with Up-to-Date Immunizations by Age, 1996-97 4-Month 6-Month 8-Month · Southwest Outer Ring Suburbs 17-Month 20-Month 1:3Hennepin County ~ Southwest Outer Ring Hennepin County 4 Months 6 Months 8 Months 17 Months 20 Months 93.8% 88.4% 84.9% 70.9% 54.1% 86.9% 79.0% 71.7% 65.0% 50.8% Sources: Hennepin County Community Health Department [unpublished data]; United Way of Minneapolis and Hennepin County Office of Development, 1998 Hennepin County Indicators of Community Sustainability, January, 1999, available: http:~~www~uwmsp~~rg~rnp~s~~nf~rmati~n-&-M~re~~nf~Center~DataTrend/Sustainabi~ity~pdf [accessed October 26, 1999]; Children's Defense Fund Minnesota, Minnesota Kids: A Closer Look, 1999 Data Book, 1999; Minnesota Department of Health, Survey Summary Retrospective Kindergarten Survey, 1996-97 Statewide, available: http://www.health.state, mn.us/divs/dpc/adps/retrosurvey/retrosur, htm [accessed November 2, 1999]. 30 Children and Famities in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Eligibility for Free School Lunch The percentage of children within a community who are eligible for free school lunch serves as a useful indicator for poverty within the community. Families who are eligible for free school lunch have incomes below 130 percent of poverty levels. Children living in families who are poor are more likely than children living in other families to have difficulty in school, to become teen parents, and, as adults, to earn less and be unemployed more frequently. Percentage of Students Eligible for Free School Lunch School District 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 Anoka-Hennepin Bloomington Brooklyn Center Eden Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfield Roubinsdale St. Anthony-New Brighton 6% 9% 6% 10% 8% 8% 9% 9% 9% 11% 19% 25% 25% 25% 30% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 1% 1% 0% 1% 1% 6% 6% 9% 7% 7% 3% 3% 3% 3% 2% 2% 4% 5% 4% 4% 7% 9% 8% 10% 10% 11% 12% 14% 14% 15% 12%I 14% 14% 15% 15% 5%t 5% 0% 7% 6% St. Louis Park 9% 13% 11% 16% 15% 5% 6% 6% 5%I 5% Wayzata Westonka .~ ..~ ~ ~'8% ~:;,9% ~:,?' 9% ~:~":,8%t Hennepin County 16% 18% 17% 19%I 18% Suburban Hennepin 7% 9% 7% 9% 9% Minneapolis 42% 47% 46% 48% 46% Minnesota 16% 17%i 18% 19% 18% The total for Hennepin County counts schools physically within the county and 1995-96t 1996-97 1997-98 1998-99! 9% 9% 10% 10% 11% 12% 11% 11% 35% 31% 32% 22% 3% 3% 4% 4% 2%, 2% 2% 2% 8% 7% 7% 8% 3% 2% .."% 2%i 3%1 3%i 3% 3%i 10% 12%1 12% 12%', 16% 20%t 18% 17%i 16O/o 15O/ol 6O/o 45O/oi 7%' 6%I 4% 4%! 14O/ot 15%! 5% 5%i 4% 4%1 21% 21%1 22% 22%~ 9% 10% 9% 9%~ 55°/o ~ 57% 59% 19%t 19°/ol N/A 19%I does not include alternative schools. The percentage of students eligible for free school lunch in Westonka is lower than the percentage for Hennepin County overall and approximately equal to the suburban Hennepin percentage. The percentage of students eligible for free school lunch increased by 37 percent in Hennepin County between 1990-91 and 1998-99. This increase was experienced by Minneapolis and the suburban school districts. The program has not undergone any significant changes in eligibility during this period. Nationwide, free and reduced price school lunch participation increased by five percent between fiscal year 1994 and fiscal year 1997, to serve 1.3 million more children on an average day. Children in married-couple families are much less likely to be living in poverty than children living only with their mothers. In 1997, 10 percent of the nation's children in married-couple families were living in poverty, compared to 49 percent in female-householder families. 31 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 1998-99 1997-98 1996-97 1995-96 1994-95 1993-94 1992-93 1991-92 1990-91 0% Percentage of Students Eligible for Free Lunch 10% 15% · Westonka [] Hennepin County 2O% 25% 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96! 1996-97 1997-981 1998-99 Westonka 8% 9% 9% 8% 9% 9%! 8% 9%1 8% Hennepin County 16%I 18% 17% 19% 18% 21%t 21% 22%I 22% Source: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, SPD - Special Populations by District, and FPD - Fall Populations by District, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.usldatactr/dtc_xls.htm [accessed August 31, 1999]; Urban Coalition [unpublished data]; Federal Interagency Forum on Chitd and Family Statistics, America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being, 1999; Children's Defense Fund, The State of America's Children, 1998. 32 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Children Receiving Family Cash Assistance Family cash assistance programs are directed toward Iow-income families. Family cash grants included Aid to Families with Dependent Children, the pilot Minnesota Family Investment Program, and Family General Assistance until January, 1998, when these three programs were converted to the new statewide MFIP program. As the stricter requirements of MFIP begin to have an impact, there should be a drop in the number of caseloads. Cities which have the most children transitioning away from welfare may have to deal with large numbers of families coping with new stresses related to finances and employment. Children Under 18 Receiving Family Cash Assistance, 1996-1998 December, December, December, 1998 School District 1996 1997 1998 Families Anoka-Hennepin 429 344 305 1561 Bloomington 1,023 771 719 397 Brooklyn Center 351 287 274 147 Eden Prairie 355 309 357 193 Edina 76 53 52 30 Hopkins 465 423 437 247 Min netonka 134 112 99 54~ Orono 42; 34 34 171 Osseo 1,775 1.555 1,518 814i Richfield 615 516 454 268 Robbinsdate 1,699 1,464 1,274 701 St. Anthony-New Brighton St. Louis Park 491 445 398 222 Wayzata 245 184 192 109 Hennepin County 36,646 32,217 31,043 Suburban Hennepin 7,800 6,581 6,194 Minneapolis 28,846 25,636 24,849 1998 Total Persons 455 1,096 4O6 604 81 669 147 49 2.281 698 1,940 618 290 14,490i 44,509 3,3961 9,459 11,094i 35,050 *Specific counts of zero or less than 15 individuals are represented by an asterisk (') to protect data privacy, but county totals are accurate. Clients living outside Hennepin County but within these school districts are not counted in the Hennepin total. · The number of children in Westonka receiving assistance dropped from 100 to 81 between December, 1996 and December, 1998. · The number of children receiving assistance in suburban Hennepin County declined by over 1,600 over the two-year period studied. Hennepin County's caseloads declined by 10 percent between January, 1993 and January, 1997, compared to decreases of 16 percent for the state of Minnesota and 20 percent for the nation. Some of this decline may be attributed to people leaving welfare rolls in anticipation of welfare reform policies. Declines in case numbers do not necessarily mean that Iow-income families are doing better financially. While some families will leave cash assistance programs as a result of improvements in their economic condition, others may no longer be in the programs because of the new requirements and eligibility restrictions, meaning that they have not increased their incomes and now lack a significant source of public support. Studies are 33 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 currently underway to assess how families who leave cash assistance programs in Minnesota are coping. Analysts differ regarding the extent to which the decline in welfare rolls can be attributed to economic growth rather than new welfare restrictions. The Council of Economic Advisors has estimated that about 40 percent of the decline over the period 1993 to 1996 was due to economic growth and about one-third was due to states' waivers from federal welfare policies, which resulted in more stringent work requirements. Other analysts have assigned 78 percent of the decline to business-cycle factors and only 6 percent to welfare waivers. A continuation of economic growth should result in a continued decline in the number of children receiving family cash assistance. A downturn in the economy is likely to cause an increase in the number needing such assistance. Number of Children Under 18 Receiving MFIP, Westonka, 1996-1998 120 100 40-~ 20 ~ Dec. 1996 Dec. 1997 Dec. 1998 Westonka December, December, December, 1996 1997 1998 100 84 81 iHennepin Coun~ 36.646 32,217 31,043J Source: Hennepin County Department of Economic Assistance, produced by Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development, September 8, 1999 [unpublished data]; Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development, Hennepin County Welfare Reform, December, 1998, available: http:/Iwww.co.hennepin.mn.us/opdlReport$1welfarelwelfarel.pdf [accessed October 7, 1999]. 34 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Limited English Proficiency Communities with large percentages of children with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) will face extra challenges, from hiring additional English as a Second Language (ESL) instructors to preparing these students for a variety of standardized tests. These commumties will also face challenges outside of school settings, as government and other providers attempt to address the needs of an influx of immigrant populations. Number Of Students With Limited English Proficiency School District 1990-91 199!-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 1998-99 Anoka-Hennepin 97 128 185 218 363 348 444 379 336 Bloomington 221 197 195 207 273 297 300 218 286 Brooklyn Center 0 0 0 0 0 '; 8 ! 5 2 1 Eden Prairie 55 0 0 0 107 146 182 225 271 Edina 56 0 1 2 64 106 110 !19 121 Hopkins 128 0 0 0 243 235 180 157 227 Minneton ka 62 57 71 72 87 108 119 98 90 Orono 1562 0 0 1 9 3 4 21 5 Osseo 193 209 231 314 354 356i 319 4031 Richfield 80 76 92 92 120 147 1891 137 294! Robbinsdaie 151 179 241 255i 255 187 325! 9! 200! ISt. Anthony-New Brigt~ton 15 131 0 0t 16 12 201 41 21 St. Louis Park 134 152 154 160! 161 162 161! 126I 1291 Wayzata 61 4 56 531 99 89 1051 5i 0i Westonka - ?::~' ::~!* 13 :'~!;,~:. 2 ~;~!?~ 2 :~*.*.~:?- 1 -'~,!! :18 ~'!;:?~-'-! 20 ::!~ 34 25 25 Hennepin County 3,997 4,574 4,098 5,587 7,080 8,190 9,848 9,359 10,468 Suburban Hennepin 1,231 1,001 1,206 1,292 2,129 2,232 2,544 1,825 2,390 Minneapolis 2,766 3,573 2,892 4,295 4,951 5,958 7,304 7,534 8,078 · Westonka has a very Iow number of students with LEP; the percentage of Westonka students who have LEP is lower than the average for all Hennepin and suburban Hennepin. Nationally, the number of school-age children (ages 5 to 17) who spoke a language other than English at home and who had difficulty speaking English was 2.4 million in 1995, up from 1.3 million in 1979. The 1995 totals represent 5.1 percent of all school-age children in the U.S., compared to 2.8 percent in 1979. During :ne 1998-99 school year, over one in five (22%) Minneapolis public school students reported speaking a language other than English at home. The most common foreign languages spoken at home by Minneapolis public school students were Hmong, Spanish, Somali, and other Southeast Asian languages. 35 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 92-93 90-91 0.0% Percentage of Students with Limited English Proficiency 1.0% 2.0% 3.0% 4.0% 5.0% 6.0% O ~ubu~ban Hennepin Westonka Suburban Hennepin Hennepin County 1990-91 11991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-9711997-98 1998-99 0.5% 0.1% 0.1% 0.0% 0.8% 0.8% 1.4%1 1.0% 1.1% 1.0% 0.8% 0.9% 1.0% 1.5% 1.6% 1.8%I 1.3% 1.6% 2.2% 2.4% 2.1% 2.8% 3.5% 3.9% 4.6%t 4.3% 4.8% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, SPD - Special Populations by District and FPD - Fall Populations by District, available: http://cfl.state.mn.us/datactddtc_xls.htm [accessed September 14, 1999]; Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics, America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being, July, 1999; United Way of Minneapolis, Immigrants in the Twin Cities: A Snapshot, July, 1999 available: http:~~www.uwmsp~~rg~mp~s/~nf~rmati~n-&-M~re~~nf~CentedDataTrend~TC-~mmigrants.PDF [accessed October 8, 1999]. 36 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Student Mobility Students can suffer many adverse effects from residential mobility, falling behind academically and socially and forfeiting social support systems. Analysis has shown that the greater the number of moves, the lower the average reading score for students. The adverse impact on a student's educational performance may result in long-term difficulty in securing a living-wage job. Percentage of Student Transfers Compared With Total K-12 Enrollment School District 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 Anoka-Hennepin 18.4% 19.0% 18.2% 18.1% 18.3% 17.2% Bloomington 17.0% 17.6% 19.1% 19.0% 18.5% 19.9% Brooklyn Center 36.0% 37.7% 28.1% 24.8% 33.7% 32.3% Eden Prairie 17.0% 16.1% 18.9% 18.9% 16.3%I 15.2% F_dina 10.0% 11.5% 9.9% 11.6% 12.9%i 12.9% HopKins 24.4% 25.9% 24.8% 26.3% 25.8%1 29.!% Minnetonka 14.6% 14.6% 14.1% 14.0% 12.3%I 11.3% -Orono 15.6% 15.3% 15.1% 14.8%i 10.3%i 11.!% Osseo 17.1% 18.4% 18.9% 19.5%i 18.8%t 20.0% Richfield 25.9% 25.7% 26.0% 28.5% 29.6%l 29.8% Robbinsdaie 23.3% 27.6% 28.0% 29.6% 26.4%I 31.2% St. Anthony-New Brighton I 21.7% 18.6% 20.6% 15.8% 14.6%I 15.4% St. Louis Park t 21.8% 23.1% 22.8% 20.6% 23.0% 2';.5% Wayzata 18.4% 18.8% 18.8% 18.9% 19.2% 26.1% Westonka ' 16.3% , 12.5% 13.1%: '18.6% ' 16.5% , 16.9% Hennepin County 23.6% 23.9% 24.6% 24.7% 24.7%I 25.1% Suburban Hennepin 18.9% 19.7% 19.6% 20.0% 19.4%! 15.5% Minneapolis 38.5% 36.9% 39.9% 38.9% 40.5%t 53.3% The percentage of student transfers calculated for this report is the summation of the number of students who have transferred into a distnct at the beginning of the school year, the number of students within each school who had transferred into the district after the school year began for that school, the number of students who transferred between schools within the same district during the school year, and the number of students transferring out to another district, state, country, or nonpublic school before the end of the school year, divided by the total number of students who were enrolled in grades kindergarten through 12 as of October 1 of the school year. The Department of Children, Families and Learning does not include summer transfers in its calculation of a mobility index. Student mobility has tended to be lower in Westonka than for suburban Hennepin County as a whole, although the percentage was higher for Westonka in 1997-98. There has not been a consistent mobility trend for Westonka during the six years analyzed. Overall, mobility within suburban school districts has decreased by about 3.5 percent since the 1992-93 school year, with most of this decrease occurring between 1996-97 and 1997-98. Race is highly correlated with mobility. Hennepin County's Office of Planning and Development studied a random sample of students in grades 1-6 during the 1994-95 school year, and tracked mobility from November, 1994 to June, 1995. During this period, nearly 1 in 3 African American, Hispanic, and Native American students moved at least once; 1 in 6 Asian students moved; and 1 in 17 white students moved. · Low-income students who met federal guidelines for free meals were more likely to move in the Hennepin County study. One in 4 of these Iow-income students moved one or more 37 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 times during the study. Only 1 in 10 students who did not qualify for the free school lunch program moved. Students not living with both parents also moved more often. One out of 3 students not living with both parents moved, while 1 in 10 students living with both parents moved during the period s.:udied by Hennepin County. Interviews with a sample of the families who moved revealed that the two most common reasons for moving were inadequate housing (families seeking a place that is in decent condition, safe, and affordable) and family instability (e.g., divorce, chemical dependency, death of a relative or friend, or legal problems).. 30% 25% ,~ 2O% 45°/° ~ 10% 5% O% 92-93 Percentage of Student Transfers Compared with Total K-12 Enrollment 93-94 94-95 95-96 96-97 ', ~ Hennepin County .-.~--VVestonka[ 97-98 92-93 93-94 94-95 95-98 96-97 97-98 Westonka 16.3% 12.5% 13.1% 18.6% 16.5% 16.9% HennepinCounty 23.6% 23.9% 24.6% 24.7% 24.7% 25.1% Sources: Family Housing Fund, The Kids Mobility Project, March, 1998; Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, SMD - Student Mobility by District, available: http:/Icfl.state.mn.usldatactrldtc_xls.htm [accessed September 14, 1999]. 38 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Basic Test Scores (8th Grade) Basic reading and math skills are essential for employment, further education, and general functioning in society. Students from the class of 2000 and beyond must pass these tests in order to be eligible to graduate from a Minnesota public high school. Percentage of Eighth-Grade Students Scoring 75 Percent or Above on Basic Tests (Public Schools) District Name Anoka-Hennepin Bloomington Brooklyn Center Eden Prairie Edina Hopkins Minnetonka Orono Osseo Richfieid Robbinsdale St. Anthony-New Brighton St. Louis Park Wayzata Westonka Hennepin County Suburban Hennepin · Minneapolis 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, , Reading Reading Reading Reading-., 43% 59% 71% 79% 56% 67% 74% 80% 43% 50% 46% 48% 71% 78% 83%1 88% ~' 84% 80% 88% 91% 73% 75% 83% 89% 75% 82% 84% 91% 76% 78% 84% 90% 55% 62% 74% 79% 49% N/A 74% 76% N/Al 61% 71% 79% 65%1 76% 76% 87%t 57%t 69% 78% 82%t 64% 79% 89% 92% 52% 59% 68% 75% 57% 67% 76% 8.2% 34O/o!3 °/ot'.% 48°/° 1996, Math 62% 75% 54% 86% 91% 835 85% 86% 74% 63% 62% 73% 71% 82%' 7'3% 65% 72% 1997, 1998, 1999, Math Math Math 72% 72% 73% 71% 80% 80% 51% 43% 41% 86% 88% 86% 87% 92%~ 9O% 8.5%t 84%I 81% 8 %1 t 91%t 87%i 85% 71%i 74%l 73% N/Al 70%i 68% 69%[ 70%i 73% 83%i 81%i 88%' 81°/'o 77%1 80% 8855 90% 89% 67o/0 86% 79% 67%I 70% 70% 76%1 78O/o i 78% 36%1 4,2% The Westonka school district has had a higher percentage of students scoring at or above 75 percent on basic tests than the overall county for the past two years on the reading tests, and for all four years on the math tests. The percentage passing the reading test increased from 64 to 84 percent between 1996 and 1999, while the percentage passing the math test has fluctuated. The percentage of students meeting or exceeding the 75 percent standard has increased significantly for suburban Hennepin County on both tests, particularly in reading. The percentage of students meeting the reading standard in suburban Hennepin County is now higher than the percentage meeting the math standard. All public school eighth graders and any other high school students from the class of 2000 and beyond who have not yet passed must take the reading and math tests in February. Only those students in special education who are exempted as part of their Individualized Learning Plans or 504 Plans and students with limited English proficiency who have been in the U.S. for less than a year are waived from taking the tests. Test scores alone should not be used to assess the performance of an individual or school. Many variables can affect a student's test performance beyond the quality of the student's education, including the student's skill, ability, or knowledge about a particular topic; preparation for the test; or whether the student ate breakfast the day the test was administered. Many field experts, including the American Psychological Association and the 39 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 National Academy of Science's National Research Council, argue that decisions which will have a major impact on a student should not automatically be made on the basis of scores on a single test. There are large racial discrepancies in test passage rates. While approximately 11 percent of white 11th graders in the state had failed to pass one or both of the basic skills tests before the 1999 test administration, 22 percent of Native Americans, 23 percent of Asians/Pacific Islanders, 26 percent of Hispanics, and 36 percent of black students had failed to do so. The Minneapolis district has determined that the majority of its black students who did not pass were non-English-speaking, poor enough to be eligible for lunch subsidies, or new to the district after eighth grade. Some had more than one of these factors, which are linked to lower academic performance. The Department of Children, Families and Learning has found similar correlations statewide. The increased passage rates may reflect an increased effort by classroom instructors to teach skills related to the material being tested. Percentage of 8th-Grade Students Scoring At or Above 75 Percent on Basic Tests 1999 Math 1998 Math 1997 Math 1996 Math 1999 Reading 1998 Reaciing 1997 Reading 1996 Reading 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% · Westonka 13 Hennepin County 1996 1997 1998 1999 1996 1997 1998 1999 Reading Reading Reading Reading Math Math Math Math Westonka 64% 62% 80% 84% 73% 67% 86% 79% Hennepin County 52% 59% 68% 75% 65% 67% 70% 70% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Statewide Testing Database, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADIresults.htm [accessed September 14, 1999]; Coleman, Arthur L., U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, Public Briefing, June 18, 1999 available: http:llwww.ed.govlofficeslOCRItestmO2.html [accessed October 11, 1999]; National Academy of Sciences, Caution Urged in Developing and Using Educational Tests, available: http:/~www.4~nati~na~academies~~rg~news~nsf~(ByD~c~D)~6~7F6BF693A7A39B85256774~~635543?~penD~cument [accessed October 11, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Parent's Guide to Understanding the Basic Standards Reading and Mathematics Test Results, available: http:l/cfl.state.mn.us/GRADIPgBSTreadmathresults.htm [accessed July 13, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Basic Standards Tests, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADIBasiclnfo.htm [accessed July 13, 1999]; Draper, Norman, "One-third of Black 11th-Graders Have Flunked State Tests," Star Tribune, April 28, 1999. 40 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Test Scores (Third and Fifth grade) The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) are third- and fifth-grade tests that measure how well a student has mastered the state's standards for math, reading, and writing (for fifth graders) at the elementary level. Test results indicate which districts have had the most success with their students in attaining these goals. Average Test Scores of Fifth Graders (Excluding Those With Limited English Proficiency) Math, School District 1998 Anoka-Hennepin 1,416 Bloomington 1,442 Brooklyn Center 1,365 Eden Prairie I 1,461 E"Jina I 1,544 F~opkins 1,472 Minnetonka 1,500 Orono 1,455 Osseo 1.424 Richfield 1.384 RoDbinsdale 1,400 Saint Anthony-New Brighton 1,482 Saint Louis Park 1,435 Wayzata 1,519 Hennepin County (All Students)' 1,398 Suburban Hennepin (All Students)* 1,438 I Minneapolis 1,291 Math, 1999 1,428 1 453 1 301 1 472 1 542 1 520 1 517 1 462 ~ 438 1 378 1 433 1,530 1,442 1,543 Reading, 1998 1 434 1 464 I 421 1 491 1 555 1 499 1 520 1,511 1,461 1.418 1,42'i 1,542 1,459 1,525 Reading, 1999 1,459 1,482 1,358 1,510 1,584 1,535 1,568 1,523 1,493 1,418 1,476 1,561 1,477 1,564 ~1,45rl ~;~1 i4 ~. ~. ~-~4~;::1,487- 1,413 1,421 1,444 1,454 1,463 1,491 1,304 1,315 1,3271 Scores are scaled and range from 210 to 2,650. The exclusion of scores for students with limited English proficiency was done to provide a more fair comparison between school districts. *Includes students with limited English proficiency. Data aggregation across school districts was only possible for all students in a district. Westonka students had higher scores than the average for students in Hennepin County overall in 1999, but were slightly below the average for suburban Hennepin County. Scores improved between 1998 and 1999. · While the 8th-grade Basic Standards tests are pass/fail, the MCAs are used to measure the progress of schools and districts. Results from the MCAs and other statewide tests represent a single point-in-time measure of a student's academic achievement. These results are one of many measures of a student's academic performance. While the MCA is given only in Minnesota, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) tests are given across the U.S. to fourth-grade students. Minnesota consistently outperforms most states on the NAEP tests. 41 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Scores of Sth-Grade Students on Basic Standards Tests 1999 Reading 1998 Reacling 1999 Math 1998 Math 1 , 100 1,200 1,300 1,400 1,500 1,600 I-IHennepin County (All Students) ,Westonka (non-LEP) Westonka (non-LEP) Hennepin County (All Students) Math, Math, Reading, Reading, 1998 1999 1998 1999 1,403 1,451 1,444 1,487 1,398 1,413 1,421 1,444 Source: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Statewide Testing Database, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADIresults.htm [accessed September 15, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments Parent's Guide to the 3r~ and 5th Grade Test Results, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADlunderstandingMCA.html [accessed October 11, 1999]. 42 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Average Test Scores of Third Graders (Excluding Those With Limited English Proficiency) Math, Math, Reading, Reading, School District 1998 1999 1998 1999 AnoKa-Hennepin 1,411 1,455 1,435 1,438 Bloomington 1,461 1,493 1,466 1,457 Brooklyn Center 1,323 1,338 1,341 1,331 Eden Prairie 1,474 1,529 1,476 1,510 Edina 1,522 1,623 1,513 1,532 Hopkins ~ 1,487 1,571 1,480 1,513 Minnetonka 1,484 1,547 1,477 1,508 Orono 1,515 1,573 1,500 1,523 Osseo 1.439 1,473 1,451 1,462 Richfield 1,394 1,469 1,403 1,424 Robbinsdale 1,422 1,453 1,419 1,443 St. Anthony-New Brighton 1,473 1,528 1,502 1,479 St. Louis Park 1,468 1,501 1,452 1,470 Wayzata 1,539 1,626 1,497 1554 Westonka . .... :~ ~' ;~,'~. 1,544t 1,569~/:, ~'t,469 '.;~.'~,.. 1,464 Hennepin County (All Students)* 1,399f 1,451 1,410 1,424 Suburban Hennepin (All Students)* 1,447t 1,496 1,452 1,465i Minneapolis 1,282! 1,342 1,316 1,3291 Scores are scaled, and range from 210 to 2,650. The exclusion of scores for students with limited English proficiency was done to provide a more fair comparison between school districts. *Includes students with limited English proficiency. Data aggregation across school districts was only possible for all students in a district. Westonka students had much higher math scores than the average for students in Hennepin County overall, as well as students in suburban Hennepin, and had slightly higher reading scores than the overall county. Scores did not change significantly between 1998 and 1999. All school districts reported improvements in math between the 1998 and 1999 tests. While reading scores improved overall, there were some suburban districts which experienced a decrease in average scores during this period. 43 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Scores of 3rd-Grade Students on Basic Standards Tests 1999 Reading 1998 Reading 1999 Math 1998 Math 1,100 1,200 1,300 1,400 1,500 1,600 [] Hennepin (All Students) IWestonka (non-LEP) Math, Math, Reading, Reading, 1998 1999 1998 1999 Westonka (non-LEP) 1,544 1,569 1,469 1,464 Hennepin County (All Students) 1,399 1,451 1,410 1,424 Source: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Statewide Testing Database, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADIresults.htm [accessed September 15, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Leaming, Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments Parent's Guide to the 3rd and 5th Grade Test Results, available:' http:llcfl.state.mn.uslGRADlunderstandingMCA.html [accessed October 11, 1999]. 44 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Dropout Rates Dropping out of school is a strong predictor of non-marital pregnancy, long-term unemployment, receipt of welfare, and persistent poverty. Communities in which a high percentage of students drop out of school are thus more likely to experience other forms of social and economic dysfunction. Dropouts as a Percentage of Students, Grades 7 Through 12 School District 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 Anoka-Hennepin 1.7% 3.0% 3.3% 3.7% 3.9% 3.6% 3.3% 3.2% .Bloomington 1.6% 1.8% 0.9% 1.3% 1.5% 1.6% 0.7% 1.0% Brooklyn Center 3.7% 5.0% 3,1% 6.6~,, 4,6% 5.2% 4.6% 6.4% Eden Prairie 0.6% 0.9% 0.4% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.2% Edina 1.0% 1.3% 0.9% 1.2% 0.8% 0.6% 0.6% 0.3% Hopkins 2.0% 2.1% 0.5% 1.1% 0.9% 1.3% 0.8% 0.9%1 Minnetonka I 1.2% 0.5% 0.3% 0.3% 0.5% 0.8%i 0.4% 0.5%I Orono t 0.8% 0.3% 0.5% 0.5% 1.1% 0.2%1 0.1%) 0.2%t Osseo I 2.8% 3.3% 3.5% 3.6% 3.9%1 3.9%i 4.5%i 4.2%I Richfield 2.2% 1.6% 0.9% 1.2%i 1.4%! 1.9%i 2.3%i 3.8% Robbinsdale 3.0% 1.8% 2.1% 2.3%t 2.0%j 1.5%i 1.8%! 1.2% St. Anthony-New Brignton 0.5% 0.7% 3.0% 2.8% 2.3%1 1.6%1 1.5%t 2.5%i St. Louis Park 3.2% 3.2% 2.0% 2.4% 2.7%1 2.3%t 3.6%I 2.7%I Wayzata 1.0% 1.2% 1.7% 0.8% 0.6% 0.6%1 0.5% 0.4%1 Westonka .-~: ...... ,. .... 1.7% ~,;3,0%:~.~1.3%, ~:.2;1% --~- 1.8% .~:,- 0,8%t. 1.5%.':-~ 1.6% Hennepin County 3,7% 4,6% 5,6% 4.7% 5.0% 4.7%t 5.1% 4.4% Suburban Hennepin 1.9% 2.5% 2.1% 2.4% 2.8% 2.3%! 2.3% 1.8% Minneapolis 9.7% 12.8% 18.0% 12.7% 13.0% 13.0%1 14.9% 10.7%1 Minnesota 3.2% 3.5% 3,9% 3.4% 3.5%I 3.5%i 3.7% 3.3%i Westonka's dropout rate has consistently been under the rate for all Hennepin County and suburban Hennepin County. Dropout rates have remained between 1 and 2 percent since 1992-93. · Dropout rates were slightly higher for males (4.7%) than females (3.5%) in Hennepin County during the 1997-98 school year. Dropout rates varied substantially by race in Hennepin County. Native Americans (16.3%), African Americans (11.7%), Hispanics (9.3%), and Asians and Pacific Islanders (5.0%) all had higher dropout rates than whites (2.3%). For young adolescents throughout the nation, having to repeat a grade is the single most important predictor of dropping out of school (controlling for ability). The majority of retentions occur between the ages of 9 and 11, and males are more likely to be retained than females. · Nationally, girls are less likely to drop out of school than are boys, but female dropouts are much more likely than their male counterparts of the same race or ethnicity to live in poverty. · Poverty is highly correlated with dropping out of school, according to national statistics. In 1997, young adults living in families with incomes in the lowest 20 percent of all family Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 incomes were nearly seven times as likely as their peers from families in the top 20 percent of the income distribution to drop out of high school. 6% 5% 4% 3% 2% 1% O% Percentage of Students Dropping Out of High School 1990- 1991- 1992- 1993- 1994- 1995- 1996- 1997- 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 C Hennepin County ~Westonka 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 Westonka 1.7% 3.0% 1.3% 2.1% 1.8% 0.8% 1.5% 1.6% Hennepin County 3.7% 4.6% 5.6% 4.7% 5.0% 4.7% 5.1% 4.4% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, DED - Dropouts by Ethnicity and District, available: htt::llcfl.state.mn.ustdatactrldtc_xls.htm [accessed October 7, 1999]; Minnesota Department of Children, Families, and Learning, GEGD - Gender and Ethnic by Grade for District, available: http:llcfl.state.mn.usldatactddtc_xls.htm [accessed October 7, 1999]; Fields, Jason M., and Smith, Kristin E., Poverty, Family Structure, and Child Well-Being: Indicators from the SIPP, available: http:llwww.census.govlpopulationlwwwldocumentationltwpsOO23.html#intre [accessed September 13, 1999]; Burt, Martha R., Reasons to Invest in Adolescents, Urban Institute, July, 1998; National Council for Research on Women, The Girls Report: What We Know and Need to Know About Growing Up Female, 1998; Kaufman, Phillip, & Frase, Mary, Dropout Rates in the United States: 1997, available: htm:llnces.ed.govlpubs99/1999082.pdf [accessed September 10, 1999]. 46 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 , Graduation Rates A high school diploma is essential to get a job paying a living wage in our community. Communities with the highest percentages of youth graduating from high school in four years have the best chance of ensuring that their young people can achieve financial stability. Percent of Students Graduating High School in Four Years from School District 1995-96 1996-97 Anoka-Hennepin 81.2% 80.7% Bloomington 92.6% 89.9% Brooklyn Center 89.3% 86.0% Eden Prairie 97.5% 94.6% Edina 96.2% 96.1% Hopkins 91.7% 94.5% Minnetonka 96.6% 92.2% Orono 98.5% 98.7% Osseo 84.6% 84.3% Richfield 90.6% 88.2% Robbinsdale 85.9% 88.9% St. Anthony-New Brighton 93.5% 92.7% St. Louis Park 88.4% 87.0% Wayzata 98.0% 98.6% Westonka .i~ .' '~ ~.:.~' '85,1% :-.,'.~ '85.7% Hennepin County NIA 76.8% Suburban Hennepin NIA 87.6% Minneapolis 43.2% 45.8% Minnesota 79.0% 78.2% The Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning tracked actual cohorts of 9th-grade public school students through four years, during which most of the cohort would be expectec to graduate. At the end of the four- year period, their status was noted, and they were categorized as either graduated, dropped out, or continued enrollment (presumably to graduate at a later date). Students who could not be reliably tracked were not included in the study results. The resulting margin of error for state results appears to be less than one percent. Westonka's graduation rate was higher than the overall county rate, but slightly lower than the rate for suburban Hennepin during 1996-97, the last year for which data was available. Graduation rates were essentially unchanged between 1995-96 and 1996-97. The statewide graduation rate for white students is substantially 'figher than that of students of color. For the 1996-97 school year, 82 percent of all white students in the study cohort graduated in four years, while the rate was 41percent for Native American students, 68 percent for Asian-American students, 44 percent for Hispanic students, and 36 percent for African American students. In a study of 1996 international education statistics, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development found that 22 countries outpaced the United States' high school or equivalent graduation rate for 18-year-olds (72%). 47 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Graduation Rates, 1996-97 100% 90% 50% -- 40% --- 30% 20% --- 0% Westonka Suburban Hennepin Hennepin County 1996-97 Westonka 85.7% Suburban Hennepin 87.6% Hennepin County 76.8% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning [unpublished data]; Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, Education at a Glance: OECD Indicators 1998, available: http:llwww.oecd.orglelsledu/EAG98/Tableslc2.xls [accessed September 30, 1999]. 48 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth Sexual Activity Youth sexual activity is associated with several indicators of adversity, including teenage pregnancy, dropping out of school, abortion, children raised by single parents, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and heightened emotional distress. Percentage of Students Who Report Having Had Sexual Intercourse, 1998 9th 9th 12th 12th School District Male Female Male Female Anoka-Hennepin 30% 21% 51% 55% Bloomington 27% 14% 52% 46% Brooklyn Center 36% 19% 56% 59% Eden Prairie 14% 9% 37% 34% Edina 17% 6% 34% 26% Hennepin County 26%! 16% 46% 45% Hopkins 14% 5% 38% 38% Minnetonka 22% 10% 39% 38% Orono 32% 8% 47% 42% Osseo 29% 18% 48% 51% Richfie~ci 26% 17% 49% 44%1 RobDinsciale 29% 22% 46% 49%! St. Louis Park 19% 15% 45% 45%I Wayzata 20% 8% 30% 31% Westonka ; ~: ~ 33% ;:~,,~%....18% ~':,:;:~.~ 56% ~';. 60% Hennepin County 26% 16% 46% 45% Suburban Hennepin 23% 13% 45% 43% Minneapolis 38% 30% 55% 54% Minnesota 27% 19% 49% 51% The percentage of students who report having sexual intercourse is higher among Westonka students than it is for Hennepin County overall and suburban Hennepin County. Westonka's 12th-grade students were more likely to report having had sexual intercourse than students in any other Hennepin County school district. Substantial declines occurred among students of both genders and grades for Minneapolis and suburban Hennepin County between 1992 and 1998. These declines are consistent with national trends. In 1997, 48 percent of the nation's high-school students reported ever having had sexual intercourse, compared to 54 percent in 1990. While the rate for young women held at 48 percent during this period, the rate among young men dropped from 61 percent to 49 percent. According to Patricia Donovan of the Alan Guttmacher Institute, researchers attribute the recent declines in teen sexual activity to a variety of factors: greater emphasis on delaying sexual activity; more responsible attitudes among teenagers about casual sex and early childbearing; increased fear of sexually transmitted diseases, especially Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS); and a stronger economy with better job prospects for young people. 49 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Youth sexual activity is one of several high-risk behaviors that may be interrelated. Teens who engage in sexual activity at a young age are more likely to have used chemicals at about the same age. According to the 1995 Minnesota Student Survey, teens who said they had been physically or sexually abused were twice as likely to be sexually active by 9th grade as students with no history of abuse. Adolescents who engage in or experience crime and violence in their lives are also at risk for substance abuse and early, unsafe sexual activity. Nationally, 7 in 10 women who had sex before age 14, and 6 in 10 of those who had sex before age 15 report having had sex involuntarily. 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% --- 10% -- 0% Percentage of Students Who Report Having Had Sexual Intercourse, 1998 Male Female Female 9th 9th 12th EIHennepin Male 12th 1Westonka 9th 9th 12th 12th Male Female Male Female Westonka $3% 18% 56% 60% Hennepin County 26% 16% 46% 45% Sources: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, Minnesota Student Survey (Data Tables), '1992, 1995, and '1998; Anne E. Casey Foundation, When Teens Have Sex: Issues and Trends - KIDS Count Special Report, 1998; Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and Parenting, The Facts, available: http:llwww.cyfc.umn.edulmoappplhighrisk.htm [accessed September 28, 1999]; Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and Parenting, Minnesota State Adolescent Sexual Health Report, available: http:llwww.cyfc.umn.edu/moappplminnesot.htm [accessed September 28, 1999]. 50 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Teen Pregnancy and Birth Rates Children born to teenage mothers are more likely to be of Iow birthweight and to suffer from inadequate health care, more likely to leave high school without graduating, and more likely to be poor. Early childbearing contributes to lower levels of educational attainment for the adolescent mother and her child, high rates of single parenthood, larger family sizes, and increased reliance on public assistance. Pregnancy and Birth Rates Per 1,000 Population by City of (Mother's Age: 15 to 19) Residence 1995 1996 1997 1995 City of Residence Pregnancy Pregnancy [Sregnancy Birth Bloomington 43.7 51.4 45.9 21.2 Brooklyn Center 82.6 83.1 96.4 53.5 Brooklyn Park 72.6 68.6 72.0 44.9 Champlin 39.9 59.0 36.3 24.0 Eden Prairie f 31.5 25.2 32.9 13.1 Edina ! 17.8 24.0 14.9 0.9 Golden Valley i 20.0 27.3 28.3 16.0t Hopkins I 55.2 73.5 67.5 35.7 Independence t 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 Maple Grove t 34.6 34.5 26.9 12.7 Medina 0.0 0.0 9.6 0.0 Minnetonka 15.6 15.9 17.4 7.1 Mound .. ;:¢.'- ..... "i.~~ 29,5 ': :~' !~:: 35.7 '~;~;~:~!:: ': 49.3 New Hope 44.7 43.9 52.6 24.0 Orono 4.4 4.2 4.1 O0 Osseo I 83.3 127.0 111.1 66.7 Plymouth I 26.5 24.9 24.5 14.7! Richfield i 70.1 72.7 63.1 33.9i Robbinsdale I 62.3 66.5 61.6 31.2I St. Anthony I 14.0 13.7 5.3 St. Louis Park t 51.9 38.1 50.2 25.3 Wayzata i 70.6 90.9 56.8 35.3 Hennepin County I 68.4 68.4 67.8 41.5 Suburban Hennepin I 44.0 45.3 42.8 23,2 Minneapolis t 107.9 106.0 109.3 71.0 1996 1997 Birth Birth 25.3 21.3 53.4 59.2 38.6 41.5 47.61 27.2 10.11 8.8 6.0 6.6 7.8 11.3 47.9 39.9 0.0 0.0 14.2 12.5 0.0 0.0 6.2 5.4 ","~21,4'24~6 29.8 29.4 0.0 4.1 79.4 95.2 14.1! 7.3 40.3 38.1 39.3 44.0 6.8 5.3 23.4 23.9 45.5 22.7 41.2 40.8 24.1 22.5 69.0 71.4 Teenage pregnancy and birth rates were roughly equivalent (within 10 percentage points) between Mound and suburban Hennepin County in 1996 and 1997. Pregnancy and birth rates both increased significantly between 1995 and 1997. In 1995, Minnesota had the third lowest rate of pregnancies (out of 40 states providing the necessary data) for white adolescents aged 15 to 19 years, but the highest pregnancy rate among African Americans of the same age (out of 33 states providing the necessary data). · In 1996, 19 percent of births to 15 to 19 year olds in Minnesota were subsequent births (second, third, etc.). · Nationally, the teen birth rate has declined by 16 percent from 1991 to 1997, to 52 births per 1,000 women aged 15 to 19 years. The birth rate for unmarried African American women of 51 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 all ages is lower than in any year since 1969, when the rate was first calculated, and has dropped 18 percent since 1991. Approximately four out of every five (78%) teen pregnancies are unplanned, accounting for about one in four of all accidental pregnancies annually. Poverty is the factor most strongly related to teen pregnancy. State comparisons show that states with higher poverty rates also have higher proportions of non-marital births to adolescents. Sixty percent of teenagers who become pregnant are living in poverty at the time of the birth. Thirty-two percent of adolescent mothers complete high school by the time they reach their late 20s, compared with nearly 73 percent of women who delay childbearing until after age 20 or 21. Dropping out, rather than having a baby, appears to be the key factor that sets adolescent mothers behind their peers. Adolescent mothers who stay in school are almost as likely to graduate (73%) as women who do not become mothers while in high school (77%). A sexually active teenager who does not use contraceptives has a 90 percent chance of becoming pregnant within one year. Teenage women's contraceptive use at first intercourse rose from 48 percent to 65 percent during the 1980s, almost entirely because of a doubling in condom use. By 1995, contraceptive use at first intercourse reached 78 percent, with two-thirds of it condom use. 1995 Birth Rate 1996 Birth Rate 1997 Birth Rate 1995 Pregnancy 1996 Pregnancy 1997 Pregnancy Pregnancy and Birth Rates, Per 1,000 Women Ages 15 to 19 l 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 ~ · Mound [ , El Hennepin Sources: Hennepin County Department of Community Health [unpublished data]; Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and Parenting, Minnesota State Adolescent Sexual Health Report, available: http:llwww.cyfc.umn.edulmoappplminnesot.htm [accessed September 28, 1999]; Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and Parenting, The Facts- Pregnancy, Poverty, School, and Employment, available: http:llwww.cyfc.umn.edulmoappplpoverty.htm [accessed September 28, 1999]; Minnesota Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Prevention, and Parenting, The Facts - High-Risk Factors and Adolescent Sexual Health, available: http://www.cyfc.umn.edu/moappp/highdsk.htm [accessed September 28, 1999]. 52 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Hennepin County Cities and School Districts '~j //~'~ ~ Anoka-Hennepin /I ,u,,,,o j ~'kf,~ ~ O ss e o Rockford ~ ~k~rd ~ ~_ , . . Brooklyn St. An~ony- Delano New Brighton ~.~ ~ ....... ~ Robbins~ah l~ke, . ~~,rono ~~ Way~ . Mayer~ W~ ~ ~ .~.,,,~ . ~ Minneapolis Eden Prairie ~ Citiez l~',,Pra, rw ~ Sch~l dis~i~s -... _ 53 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Appendix 1: Community Population Estimates Estima[ed Estimated 10 to 17 Population, Population, Population, Municipality 1990 1998 1998 Bloomington 86,335 87,476 8,839 Brooklyn Center 28,887 28,535 3,131 Brooklyn Park 56,381 63,940 8,352 Champlin 16,849 20,385 2,917 Corcoran 5,199 5,698 966 Crystal 23,788 23,677 · 2,409 Dayton 4,392 5,144 862 Deephaven/Woodland 3,653 4,204 544 Eden Prairie 39,311 50,681 6,073 Edina 46,070 47,235 4,769 Golden Valley 20,971 21,001 1,967 Hopkins 16,534 16,887 1.324 Long Lake 1,984 1,915 227 Maple Grove 38,736 47,164 6.889 Medina/Loretto 3,096 4,282 563 Minnetonka 48,370 52,691 6,260 Min netonka Beach 573 582 101 Minnetrista/St. Bonifacius 3,439 5,859 782 New Hope 21,853 21,610 2,201 Orono 7,285 7,702 1,008 Osseo 2,704 2,646 274 Plymouth 50,889 62,979 7,816 Richfield 35,710 34,261 3,119 R~bbinsdale 14,396 14,149 1,339 Saint Anthony 5,278 8,122 744 Saint Louis Park 43,787 44,244 3,484 South Lake Minnetonka* 10,370 11,566 1,376 Spring Park 1,571 1,826 92 Wayzata 3,806 4,128 421 Independence/Maple Plain 4,827 5,454 760 Northwest Hennepin** 5,193 11,443 1.607 Hennepin County Total 1,032,431 1,087,948 114,340 Suburban Hennepin 664,048 727,357 82,358 Minneapolis I 368,383 360,591 31,981 *Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, and Tonka Bay **Greenfield, Hassan, Hanover, Rogers, Rockford, and Medicine Lake Sources: Metropolitan Council, Twin Cities Metropolitan Area City Level Population, available: http://www.metrocouncil.org/metroarea/estpop.htm [accessed October 19, 1999]; Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development [unpublished data]. 54 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Appendix 2: Grade 12) District Enrollment by Ethnicity (Pre-Kindergarten Through As~an and Native Pacific African Year District American % Islander % Hispanic % American % White 89-90 Anoka-Hennepin 376 1.1% 613 1.8% 274 0.8% 218 0.7% 31,933 98-99 Anoka-Hennepin 529 1.3% 1,130 2.8% 466 1.2% 1,003 2.5% 37,250 89-90 Bloomington 15 0.1% 626 5.5% 85 0.8% 246 2.2% 10,323 98-99 Bloomington 88 0.8% 953 8.6% 287 2.6% 803 7.2% 8,945 89-90 Brooklyn Center 37 2.2% 44 2.7% 33 2.0% 211 12.7% 1,332 98-99 Brooklyn Center 35 2.0% 251 14.1% 46 2.6% 416 23.4% 1,032 89-90 Eden Prairie 10 0.2% 178 2.9% 35 0.6% 69 1.!% 5,889 98-99 Eden Prairie 9 0.1% 404 4.0% 95 0.9% 184 1.8% 89-90 Edina 2 0.0% 146 2.7% 30 0.6% 26 0.5% :.248 98-99 Edina 12 0.2% 244 3.6% 83 1.2% 82 1.2% 6,382 89-90 iHopkins 52 0.7% 208 3.0% 58 0.8% 164 2.4% 6,470 98-99 tHopkins 64 0.8% 287 3.4% 218 2.6% 487 5.8% 7,372 89-90 IMinnetonka 4 0.1% 138 2.3% 45 0.8% 31 0.5% 5,715 98-99 Minnetonka 11 0.1% 220 2.9% 86 1.1% 70 0.9% 7,164 89-90 !Orono 11 0.5% 30 1.4% 6 0.3% 7 0.3% 2,047. 98-99 IOrono 8 0.3% 40 1.5% 24 0.9% 27 1.0% 2,527 89-90 IOsseo 117 0.6% 650 3.4% 150 0.8% 621 3.3% 17,370 98-99 iOsseo 125 0.6% 1,471 6.8% 359 1.6%I 2,316 10.6%t 17,499t 89-90 !Richfield 42 1.0% 266 6.2% 66 1.5%1 268 6.2%1 3.654l 98-99 !Richfield 42 1.0% 305 7.1% 231 5.4%I 583 13.7% 3,108! 89-90 IRobbinsdale 158 1.1% 546 3.9% 134 1.0%1 754 5.4% 12,306 98-99 Robbinsdale 212 1.5% 817 5.9% 405 2.9%t 1,434 10.4% 10,980 89-90 St. Anthony-New 0 0.0% 34 3.5% 12 1.2% 7 0.7% 926 Brighton 98-99 St. Anthony-New 33 2.3% 93 6.5% 14 1.0% 56 3.9% 1,230 Brighton 89-90 St. Louis Park 19 0.5% 184 4.5% 50 1.2% 147 3.6% 3,689 98-99 St. Louis Park 18 0.4% 179 4.1% 96 2.2%1 324 7.5% 3,701 89-90 Wayzata I 19 0.3% 193 2.9% 55 0.8%1 1091 1.6%t 6.315 98-99 Wayzata 35 0.4% 377 4.3% 122 1.4%f 180' 2.0% 8,135 89-90 !Westonka 6 0.3% 56 2.4% 17 0.7%l 15 0.6% 2,285 98-99 tWestonka 8 0.3% 42 1.8% 20 0.8%t 17 0.7% 2,270 89-90 HennepinCounty 3,884 2.4% 7,913 4.8% 1,821. 1.1% 15,298! 9.3% 135,678i 98-99 Hennepin County 4,003 2.1% 13,836 7.1% 5,705 2.9% 29,131' 15.0% 141,746 89-90 Suburban 868 0.7% 3,912 3.1% 1.050 0.8% 2,893 2.3% 115,502 Hennepin 98-99 Suburban 1,229 0.8% 6,813 4.7% 2,552 1.8% 7,982 5.5% 127,048 Hennepin ~9-90 iMinneapolis 3,016 7.5% 4,001 9.9% 771 1.9% 12,4051 30.7% 20,176 98-99 IMinneapolis 2,774 5.7% 7,023 14.4% 3,153 6.5%i 21,1491 43.3%} 14,6981 % Total, 95.6% 33,414i 92.3% 40,3781 91.4% 11,2951 80.8% 11 0761 ' [ 80.4% 1,6571 58.0% 1,7801 95.3% 6.181¢ 93.2% 10,145 96.3% 5,452 93.8% 6,803 93.1% 6,952' 87.5% 8,428 96.3% 5.933 94.9% 7,551 97.4% 2,101 96.2%! 2,626 91.9%i 18.908: 80.4% 21,770~ 85.1%i 4.296! 72.8%t 4,269! 88~.5% t 13,898,, 79.3% 13,848t 94.6% 979! 86.3% 1,426 90.2% 4,089=, 85.7% 4,318i 94.4%t 6.6911 9!.9%j 8,8491 96.0%1 2,3791 96.3%1 2,357: 82.4%, 164,594 72.9% 194,4211 93.0% 124,225i 87.2°/. 145,624 50.0"/.I 40 3691 30.1%t 48,797! Included in these counts are students who were enrolled over October 1 of the school year. Grade pre-kineergarten through grade 12 are included in the counts. Excluded from the counts are shared-time students, adult students, and students attending in other states or nonpublic schools for care and treatment purposes. (In the MARSS reporting system, these are students with State Aid Categories of 14, 16, 17, 18, 24, 25, 28, 98). Dual enrolled students are counted only once, usually at the regular school of enrollment. Source: Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning, GED - Gender and Ethnic by District, available: http://cfl.state.mn.us/datactr/dtc_xls.htm [accessed October 19, 1999]. 55 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Appendix 3: · Minnesota Student Survey Questions Used in This Report Can you talk to your mother about problems you are having? · Can you talk to your father about problems you are having? · Have you ever tried to kill yourself? · On how many of the last 7 days were you physically active for a combined total of at least 30 minutes? · How often do use the following: cigarettes? · During the last 12 months, how many times have you driven a motor vehicle after using alcohol or other drugs? · How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement: I feel safe at school? · How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement: I feel safe in my neighborhood? · Have you ever had sexual intercourse ("gone all the way")? 56 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County Results of our Efforts The Alliance for Families anti Chilc~ren in Hennepin County has embraced a core set of guiding pnnciples to summarize the collective activities of all member collaboratives. While adults recogmze these as vital to their continued growth, the list is based on what young people tell us they neecl The Alliance member collaborative activities will result in communities where every citizen finds... Caring Adults ...who provide comfort and support ,Safe Places ...that make them feel secure Good Health...that comes from social, physical, and emotional well-being Structured Activitles...that offer fun, healthy ways to spend time Education...to learn skills needed in a changing world Consistent, Positive Messages...that let them know they are important An Opportunity to Give Back...through community service Vision Statement of the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners Members of the Hennepin County Board envision a future where individuals and families are healthy and happy and live with a shared sense of responsibility for the greater community. Members of the Hennepin County Board envision a future where citizens accept a high level of individual responsibility . a community whose people are as self-reliant as possible, wnere healthy family structure is fostered and children are bom and raisec~ in families that have the ability and emotional maturity to nurture and economically support them.., a county where citizens assume personal responsibility for the rhea th, behavior, family, neighborhood, ancl community. Members of the Hennepin County Board envision strong and sustainable economic development, with accessible jobs that will advance families and individuals. We enwsion geographically balanced economic activity and overall economic vitality which includes a robust core community. We envision stable and increasing property values and taxes that are fairly distributed among commercial, inclustnal, rental, and ~'omeowner properties. Members of the Hennepin County Board enwsion a future where citizens are safe and secure. We envision an accessible, responsive, fair, and efficient system of justice. Members of the Hennepin County Board envision an outstanding library system and supenor education opportunities where the intellectual growth of all citizens is encouraged. Members of the Hennebin County Board envision a county with outstanding county operations.., nationally recognized for its performance and maintaining its thDle-A bond rating.., valuing anci actively engaging its employees and volunteers.., adding quality to the lives of its citizens and reflecting the diversity of the community in which it exists.., actively involving and listening to its citizens.., and strengthening community restitutions and delivering services that are Oesigned to meet the needs of the people in ways that are effective, efficient, and respectful. United Way's Visions United Way's visions are the framework around which United Way of Minneapolis Area organizes its efforts to improve the community. These five broad 'visions" describe the kind of community United Way is committed to building. Associated with each wsion are several "results" which ciescribe more specifically what we want to achieve. The five wsions are: /'Children &~'outh- fam'~es- Nurturing Children and Youth and Strengthening Families: All children, youth and families have opportunities to develop to their full potential and families enjoy secure, healthy anci supportive relationships in households and communities of which they are valued members. o~'der people- ?sell sufficiency- d versfty' heal'th &healing- Supporting Older People: All older people enjoy economic, physical, and social well-being at levels enabling them to remain secure, active and contributing members of our community. Increasing Self-Sufficiency: All people have the opportunity to become self-sufficient by earning an aclequate income and to participate as responsible c~tizens m commumty life. Those unable to provide for themselves can obtain foob, clothing and shelter with dignity and respect. Respecting Diversity and Ending Discrimination: People of all backgrounds respectfully interact with one another w~thout encountenng racism, hatred or ;rejudice. Policies and practices in all of our community's restitutions are free of bamers, and support access to power, participation, resources and services regardless of race, national origin, age, gender, sexual onentation, religion, and disability. Promoting Health and Healing: All people enjoy physical, mental, and chemical well-being, healthy lifestyles and fitness. Anyone experiencing an illness, inju~/or ciisability has access to timely and affordable care to enhance their level of functioning. 57 Children and Families in Westonka: A Closer Look December, 1999 Office of Planning & Development · Hennepin County Board of Commissioners Mike Opat, District 1 Mark Stenglein, District 2 Gall Dorfman, District 3 Peter McLaughlin, District 4 Randy Johnson, District 5 Mary Tambornino, District 6 Penny Steele, District 7 County Administrator Sandra Vargas Hennepin County Office of Planning & Development Government Center A-2308 300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487-0238 (612) 348-4466 www.co.hennepin.mn.us United Way of M/nneapoli$ Area United Way of Minneapolis Area Research and Planning Committee Jean Bauer Diane Benjamin Richard Bolan Claudia Fercello Lou Fuller Robert Hagen Herman Milligan (Chair) Fritz Ohnsorg Pete Rode Margaret Rookey Pam Schomaker Abbey Sidebottom Lisa Thornquist Wendy Treadwell Esther Wattenberg United Way Research and Planning Department 404 South Eighth Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 (612) 340-7560 www.uwmsp.org The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County The Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County Member Collaboratives · Children's Mental Health Collaborative · FamiLink · Hopkins School and Communities in Partnership · Minneapolis Redesign · Minnetonka Family Collaborative · Northwest Hennepin Family Services Collaborative · Orono Healthy Communities/Healthy Youth Collaborative · Robbinsdale Redesign · St. Louis Park Family Services Collaborative · Wayzata Communities in Collaboration Council · Westonka Healthy Community Collaborative Alliance for Families and Children in Hennepin County 6300 Walker Street St. Louis Park, MN 55416 58