2005-03-28 EC Agenda PacketAGENDA
GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
Monday, March 28, 2005
7:00 P.M.
I. Call to Order
II. Approval of Minutes — February 28, 2005
III. Living Green Expo
IV. Environmental Commission Bylaws
V. Presentation on NPDES Annual Report
VI. Presentation and Discussion on Recycling Program Budget
VII. Envision Guide Feedback
VIII. Program/Project Updates —
Sunnyridge Lane Soil Contaminants
➢ TH 55/Boone Avenue/General Mills Boulevard
➢ Wirth Lake Berm Repair
➢ Buckthorn Pilot Project
� Allianz
➢ Rudy Luther Toyota
➢ Amain Addition
➢ 2005 Pavement Management Project
Proposed Developments
IX. Commission Member Council Reports
X. Other Business
XI. Adjourn
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GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Minutes
March 28, 2005
Present: Tracy Anderson, Dawn Hill, Christopher Kaisershot, Alan Kuentz,
Jon Pawluk, Council Members Mike Freiberg and Paula Pentel
Absent: Richard Baker
City Staff: Al Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator; Jeff Oliver, City Engineer;
Tracy Pharr, Administrative Assistant
I. Call to Order
Pawluk called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
II. Approval of Minutes - February 28, 2005
No changes.
MOVED by Kaisershot, seconded by Anderson, and the motion carried unanimously to
approve the minutes of the February 28, 2005 meeting as submitted.
III. Living Green Expo
An attachment was provided in the agenda packets regarding the upcoming Living
Green Expo. The Expo will be held on April 30 and May 1 from 10 am to 5 pm at the
State Fairgrounds in St. Paul.
IV. Environmental Commission Bylaws
Lundstrom said that one of the Planning Commission intern's tasks was to update all of
the Commissions' bylaws. Fulton used the Environmental Commission's bylaws as a
model for all the other Commissions. One item (Article 111, Item 1) was revised;
Commission appointments will be made at the City Council's second meeting in April,
with members beginning their terms at the first Commission meeting in May.
Commission Members spent several minutes discussing previous brainstorming
sessions on Envision and the pros and cons of City-wide garbage service with Council
Members Freiberg and Pentel, who were in attendance at the meeting.
V. Presentation on NPDES Annual Report
Lundstrom gave a Power Point presentation on the City's annual NPDES report. The
presentation was an overview of the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP), requirements of the NPDES permit, Best Management Practices (BMPs) and
the City's six minimum control measures. These minimum control measures cover:
➢ Public Education and Outreach
➢ Public Involvement and Participation
➢ Illicit Discharge, Detection and Elimination
➢ Construction Site Runoff Control
➢ Post -Construction Runoff Control, and
➢ Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping
Over the next five years, the City will monitor its progress on these measures and
submit an annual report to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA).
VI. Presentation and Discussion on Recycling Program Budget
Lundstrom presented a Power Point slide show on the City of Plymouth's recycling
survey of its residents. As has been previously discussed, the Cities of Golden Valley,
Plymouth and Minnetonka have recently signed a 3 -year extension to their joint
revenue-sharing recycling contract with Waste Management.
Lundstrom also provided a breakdown of Golden Valley's recycling budget, revenue and
expenditures for 2004. The City's curbside recycling cost was $194,500 in 2004. This
figure excludes a portion of the Environmental Coordinator and Administrative
Assistant's salaries for administration of the program, promotional activities such as
newsletter articles and postcards, publication of the Recyclopedia, fall leaf drop-off and
spring brush pick-up. Revenue-sharing equaled $153,600. The City also received a
grant for approximately $50,000 from Hennepin County.
VII. Envision Guide Feedback
Pawluk asked if any of the four Members with assigned Envision themes had prepared
their action item proposal. Hill and Kuentz had prepared their proposals; Anderson and
Pawluk did not have their proposals ready. Hill distributed a handout on her theme,
Waste and Pollution.
Hill stated that Metro Transit is discussing plans to cut service and increase fares. She
said that she feels this is an "immediate need" topic for the Commission to consider.
Hill asked the Commission to draft a letter to the City Council, asking them to encourage
Metro Transit to keep transit service at its existing level. Commission discussion
ensued.
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Kuentz said that he had focused on wildlife corridors and nature areas in response to
his topic, Green and Open Spaces. He scanned the Natural Resources Inventory to
see if any wildlife/natural resource corridors already exist. A lot of these areas are in
proximity to Bassett Creek, near Sweeney Lake and the Laurel Avenue ponds, in the
General Mills research center area and along the railroad tracks.
Kuentz stated he would like the Commission to look at the corridors and see what could
be done and recommended in relation to them. He is interested in canoeing down
Bassett Creek in the summer, and invited other Commission Members to participate in
the trip. Oliver asked the Commission to discuss the canoe trip with City staff should
they wish to pursue this idea. He noted that trespassing on private property is a
concern.
Pawluk said there were a couple of ways the Commission could approach the Envision
theme proposals. He suggested focusing on one individual's proposal at a time. Hill
mentioned waiting until all Commission Members were present and then considering all
the topics. More discussion will take place on this agenda item at the April meeting.
Hill again stated that she would like the Commission to consider Metro Transit's plans to
cut transit service and increase fares. Further discussion ensued.
MOVED by Hill, seconded by Kuentz, and the motion carried, with Kaisershot opposed,
that the Environmental Commission draft a letter to the City Council encouraging them
to write a letter to Metro Transit supporting existing transit routes within Golden Valley.
Kuentz stated that he would like to discuss light pollution more than any other topic.
Pawluk said he and Anderson would have their theme proposals ready for the April
meeting.
VIII. Program/Project Updates
Sunnyridge Lane Soil Contaminants — Remediation to begin in the summer. No
additional information at this time.
TH 55/Boone Avenue North/General Mills Boulevard — Oliver said the storm water lift
station is almost complete. Contractors will soon begin retaining wall work at the
southeast corner of General Mills Boulevard and TH 55.
Wirth Lake Berm Repair— Lundstrom said construction is scheduled to begin in the late
spring, barring any heavy rain.
Buckthorn Pilot Project — Staff will continue to update the Commission on the status of
the pilot project. Assistant Forester Tim Teynor attended a Saturday workshop on
buckthorn education; and Lundstrom and Teynor both attended a certification workshop
on re -vegetation after buckthorn removal. Lundstrom stated that two of the main
problems associated with buckthorn removal are inadvertently removing desirable plant
species along with the buckthorn and a lack of commitment for follow-up treatment.
Staff has completed a draft application for buckthorn removal projects. A "how to"
buckthorn removal booklet is in progress; Lundstrom will bring a draft copy to the April
meeting.
Kaisershot asked the status of the ordinance revision. Lundstrom said the Council will
review the revision at the Council/Manager meeting on April 12, and will then give
consideration on the ordinance revision at the April 19 and May 3 Council meetings.
Weed wrenches and chemical treatment will be purchased soon. Staff is also in the
process of creating a map of buckthorn location sites in Golden Valley. Lastly, Teynor
is researching a possible grant that may be available from the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources.
Allianz — Oliver stated Allianz is moving forward with a second phase. A 400,000
square foot addition and new parking ramp are proposed. The Planning Commission
will review this soon.
Rudy Luther Toyota — Oliver said Rudy Luther will tear down several buildings and
construct a new building to accommodate Land Rover and Jaguar. In conjunction with
this development, an existing nearby retention pond will be expanded. The Planning
Commission is considering this proposal at its meeting tonight (March 28).
Amain Addition — This addition is also being considered by the Planning Commission
meeting on March 28. A developer is proposing construction of two duplexes on two
lots in the vicinity of Medicine Lake Road and Douglas Drive.
2005 Pavement Management Project— The City Council will consider bids for this
project at their April 5 meeting.
Proposed Developments — Lundstrom said staff will draft a concept plan for use of the
vacant (home was previously demolished) property at 5222 Minnaqua Drive. The plan
includes creation of wetlands and establishment of native grasses. Lundstrom will bring
a copy of the plan to the Environmental Commission for comment. This project will be
added to Program/Project Updates on future agendas.
Lundstrom mentioned that, as part of the Capital Improvement Plan, a severely eroded
area in Medley Park is depositing a large amount of sediment into an adjacent pond.
This area will be stabilized in 2005. In conjunction with the stabilization, a bridge over
the eroded gully will need to be replaced. The City will be working on a concept plan for
this project in the spring.
Hill commented on tying in concerns about light pollution with Rudy Luther Toyota's
proposed expansion and redevelopment. Kaisershot asked what the current lighting
code states. Lighting issues are handled by the Planning Department. Staff will acquire
a copy of this information and bring it to the April meeting.
The Inflow and Infiltration (1/1) Study will also be added to Program/Project Updates on
future agendas.
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IX. Commission Member Council Reports
No Commission Member attended either of the March City Council meetings. Pawluk
asked for volunteers to review the April Council agendas, and determine if Commission
presence was warranted at the Council meetings. Hill will consider the April 5 agenda;
Anderson will attend the April 19 meeting if necessary.
X. Other Business
Items of Other Business:
Kuentz thanked staff for their efforts in expediting and "staying on top of the
buckthorn pilot project. He said staff is doing an excellent job.
Council Member Freiberg stated he was recently appointed Council liaison to the
Environmental Commission. He told the Commission to feel free to contact him if
they have any issues they would like to have addressed. Freiberg asked to
receive copies of the Commission's agenda packets. Hill asked Pharr to provide
Freiberg with her e-mail address.
Lundstrom showed examples of the City's buffer zone management and
shoreline planting interpretive signs.
Kuentz asked the status of the bike trail extension through Golden Valley. Oliver
responded that staff meets monthly with Three Rivers Park District to try to reach
an agreement on the trail's extension. Consensus has not been reached
regarding the trail's location and relocation of utilities.
' April meeting agenda items will include Envision Guide feedback and the lighting
ordinance and the addition of 5222 Minnaqua Drive and the 1/1 Study to the
Program/Project Updates.
No additional business was addressed.
XI. Adiourn
The next scheduled meeting will be on April 25, 2005 at 7:00 pm. The meeting was
adjourned at 8:55 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
racy E. Pharr
Administrative Assistant
Department of Public Works
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BY-LAWS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
Article I: Mission Statement
The Environmental Commission has been established to advise and make
recommendations to the City Council in matters relating to and affecting the
environment. Specifically, the Commission shall:
Develop and make recommendations to educate the public on
environmental regulations, policies, practices and tools;
2. Develop and make recommendations as an advisory review body for
amendments to or revisions of the city's Surface Water Management Plan
and provide advice as requested by the Council on other city programs
and initiatives;
3. Review and make recommendations regarding the city's existing
environmental ordinances, policies and guidelines;
4. Develop and make recommendations on management practices for the
city's nature areas, public and private ponding areas, and other such city -
owned properties as directed by the City Council;
5. Participate, as directed by the City Council, in local activities initiated by
Federal and State environmental agencies such as the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency, watershed management organizations, the
Board of Water & Soil Resources, etc.;
6. Act as a recipient of citizen complaints regarding environmental concerns
and refer, as necessary, to city staff or other local, state and federal
organizations;
7. Advise and recommend such other functions or procedures as may be
assigned to them by the City Code Council.
Article II: Membership, Meetings and Attendance
Membership
a. The Environmental Commission membership shall consist of seven (7)
members who shall serve three-year staggered terms. Emphasis in
appointments will be based on knowledge of environmental issues and
their relationships to the natural environment and quality of life in the City.
2. Meetings
a. The Commission will hold monthly meetings on the fourth Monday
of the month at 7:00 p.m.
b. A quorum consisting of a majority of the membership is necessary
to transact the business of the Commission.
C. The Commission may hold special meetings to complete or initiate
business at the call of the chairperson or at the request of three
members.
d. Each member shall be notified at least 48 hours notice of a special
meeting regarding the time, place, and purpose of the meeting.
e. All meetings will be open to the public.
3. Attendance
Attendance is required at all meetings. Absence from 25% per year or
more of regular or special meetings shall be cause for recommendation for
removal from the Commission. Members are responsible for notifying the
staff liaison or chairperson if they cannot attend a meeting.
Article III: Appointment, Terms and Vacancies
1. Appointments
The Council shall make appointments to the Commission at its second
meeting in April. The members shall begin their term at the first meeting
in May.
2. Terms
Members will serve three-year staggered terms.
3. Vacancies
If a vacancy occurs before the end of the term, interim appointments may
be made by the Council.
Article IV: Officers, Elections, and Duties
Officers
The Environmental Commission will have two officers: a chairperson and
a vice chairperson.
2. Election of Officers
The Commission will elect officers at the May meeting each year. Officers
will serve until the next election.
3. Duties of Officers
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The Commission Chairperson will:
• Work with staff liaison to develop meeting agendas.
• Conduct and preside over monthly meetings in a productive, timely
manner.
• Monitor and ensure the progress of the Commission.
• Report to the City Council.
• Assure that the Commission conducts its activities within its mission
and by-laws.
The Commission Vice Chairperson will:
• Preside over any meeting in the Chairperson's absence.
Article V: Amendments and Revisions
The Commission will review these by-laws annually at the March meeting with a
majority of members present, and members will present recommendations for
changes and amendments. These by-laws can be altered or amended at any
regular quarterly Commission meeting, provided that notice of the proposed
changes and amendments is mailed to each member at least ten business days
before the meeting. The Council shall approve any changes to these by-laws.
Adopted by the Env. Comm. 7/24/00;
Adopted by the City Council 9/5/00.
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Envision Action Items
Environmental Commission Meeting
February 2005
We embrace new technologies and innovative practices to manage waste and
pollution at the source (Hill).
Light pollution reduction
Recycling promotion
*Environmental projects -in -a -box (i.e., stenciling)
Composting promotion
Single garbage hauler
Mighty Tidy Day curbside pickup
Environmental audit
The City's master plan inspires the community and individuals to preserve green and
open spaces (Kuentz).
*Wildlife corridors/nature areas
Off -leash dog park
Walking path along Bassett Creek
Commitment to keep green spaces green
Reducing dog waste and litter
Require green space in all new developments
We are leaders in surface water protection and enhancement (Pawluk).
Education - clippings, salt, etc.
Tip line
Permeable (pervious) materials used
Reduce impervious surfaces
*Bassett Creek walking path
Wildlife -friendly storm water retention ponds
Our urban design practices enhance the beauty of the City's green and open spaces
(Anderson).
Tree of the year
Native vegetation
Spruce up Highway 55
*Walkability throughout the City (sidewalks)
*Trail system linking parks
Bikeability
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Minimum Control Measure Summary
2004 Annual Report
The following are the 53 existing and planned Best Management Practices (BMPs)
selected by the City of Golden Valley for the NPDES Phase II Permit.
1. Public Education and Outreach
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
Existing Planned Responsible Implement
in a RMP nPsr_rintinn BMP BMP Manaaer Date
1.A.1
2003 Develop a Storm Water
X
Communication
2003
Communications Plan
Coordinator
1.A.2
Web Site Water Resource Education
X
Communication
Coordinator
Active
1.A.3
Water Resource Brochures
X
Communication
Coordinator
Active
1.A.4
New Resident Packets
X
Communication
Coordinator
Active
1.A.5
Local Cable TV Scroll Education
X
Communication
Coordinator
Active
1.A.6
Cit Newsletter
Y
X
Communication
Coordinator
Active
2.B
Conduct Annual Public MeetingX
Environmental
Coordinator
2003
2.D.1
Volunteer Storm Drain StencilingProgram
g
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
2.D.2
Adopt a Storm Drain Program
p g
X
Environmental
Coordinator
2004
Environmental
3.D
Inform Public of Hazards Associated with
X
Coordinator,
2006
Illicit Discharges
Chief of Fire &
Inspections
6.A.1
Park Maintenance Staff TrainingX
Park Maintenance
Supervisor
Active
Street/Vehicle
6.A.2
Vehicle Maintenance Staff Training
X
Maintenance
2004
Supervisor
6.A.3
New Construction and Land Disturbance
X
Public Works
Maintenanc
2004
Staff Training
ere
Utilities
6.A.4
Storm Sewer Maintenance Staff Training
X
Maintenance
2004
Supervisor
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2. Public Involvement and Participation
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
I.D. # BMP Description
Existing Planned Responsible Implement
BMP BMP Manager Date
2.A
Public Notice Requirements for SWPPP
Q
X
Environmental
Coordinator
2003
2.13
Conduct Annual Public Meeting
Conduct
X
Coordinator
2003
2.0
Consider Public Input Regarding SWPPP
p 9 g
X
X
Environmental
Coordinator
2003
2.D.1
Volunteer Storm Drain StencilingProgram
g
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
2.D.2
Adopt a Storm Drain Program
X
Environ mental
Coordi2.D.3
2004
3.13
BCWMC Public Meetings
X
X
EnvironmentalCoordinator
Active
2.D.4
Environmental Commission
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
3. Illicit Discharge, Detection and Elimination
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
I.D. # BMP Description
Existing Planned Responsible Implement
BMP BMP Manager Date
3.A.1
Develop (update) a Storm Sewer System
X
City Engineer
Active
3.A.2
Bassett Creek Inventory (outfalls, culverts,
X
Environmental
Active
significant erosion sites and obstructions)
Coordinator
Environmental
3.13
Develop Regulatory Mechanisms
X
Coordinator,
2007
Prohibiting Non -Storm Water Discharges
Chief of Fire &
Inspections
3.C.1
Program to Detect and Address Illicit
X
Chief of Fire &
2008
Connections
Inspections
3.C.2
Program to Detect and Address Illegal
X
Environmental
2008
Dumping
Coordinator
Environmental
3.D
Inform Public of Hazards Associated with
X
Coordinator,
2008
Illicit Discharges
Chief of Fire &
Inspections
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4. Construction Site Runoff Control
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
in it RMP nper_rinfinn
Existing Planned Responsible Implement
BMP BMP Manaqer Date
4.A.B
Review and Revise ExistingOrdinance
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
Development Proposals
PW Project
Construction Site Waste Disposal and
X
X
Coordinator,
2005
4.0
Debris Storage
Chief of Fire &
5.B.2
Ordinance Limiting the Use of Phosphorus
X
Inspections
ActiveCoordinator
4.D
Procedure for Site Plan Review Process
X
X
Planning Director
2004
5. B.3
Environmental
5.0
Procedure for Non -Compliance Complaints
X
X
Coordinator,
2005
4.E
and Reports
Chief of Fire &
Inspections
Procedure for Site Inspection and
X
Environmental
2004
4.F
Enforcement
Coordinator
5. Post Construction Runoff Control
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
1_D_ It BMP Descrintion
Existing Planned Responsible Implement
BMP BMP Manager Date
S.A
Watershed BMP Requirements for
X
City Engineer
Active
Development Proposals
Watershed Regulatory Mechanisms for
X
Environmental
Active
5.13.1
post -Construction Runoff
Coordinator
5.B.2
Ordinance Limiting the Use of Phosphorus
X
Environmental
ActiveCoordinator
Tree Preservation Ordinance
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
5. B.3
5.0
BMP Maintenance Agreements
9
X
Environmental
Coordinator
Active
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6. Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping
(BOLD I.D. #s — Minimum Permit Requirements)
= COMPLETED BMP
I.D. # BMP Descritation
Existing Planned
BMP BMP
Responsible Implement
Manaqer Date
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Parks & Golf
6.A.1
Park & Golf Maintenance Staff Training
X
Maintenance
Active
Su ervisor
Street/Vehicle
6.A.2
Vehicle Maintenance Staff Training
X
Maintenance
2004
Supervisor
6.A.3
New Construction and Land Disturbance
X
Public Works
MMatnaa
2004
Staff Training
r
Utilities
6.A.4
Storm Sewer Maintenance Staff Training
X
Maintenance
2004
Supervisor
Street/Vehicle
6.B.1A
Automobile Maintenance Program
X
Maintenance
Active
Supervisor
Street/Vehicle
6.13.1 13
Parking Lot and Street Cleaning
X
Maintenance
Active
Supervisor
Utilities
6.B.1C
Storm Drain System Cleaning
X
Maintenance
Active
Supervisor
6.B.1 D
Hazardous Materials Management
g
X
Chief of Fire &
Inspections
Active
Public Works
6.B.1E
Road Salt Storage and Handling
X
Maintenance
2004
Manager
Vehicle
6.13.1 F
Used Oil Recycling
X
Maintenance
Active
Foreman
6.B.1G
Develop a Spill Response Plan
X
Chief of Fire &
2008
Inspections
6.13.2
Inspect Annually All Structural Pollution
X
Public Works
Maintenance
2004
Controls
Manager
6.6.3
Inspect 20% of Outfalls, Basins, Ponds
X
City Engineer
2003
6.13.4
Determination of Need for Repair of
X
City Engineer
2004
Outfalls, Basins, Ponds
6.13.5
Outfall Inspection Annual Report
X
City Engineer
2003
6.13.6
Establish Record Keeping System to Track
X
Environmental
2003
Activities
Coordinator
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2004 MUNICIPAL RECYCLING FINAL REPORT
2005 MUNICIPAL_ RECYCLING GRANT APPLICATION
Hennepin County Residential Recycling Program
January 1 — December 31, 2004
City of Golden Valley
Municipality
Part I. 2004 EXPENDITURES
A. Residential Source -Separated Collections
A.
Program Administration
Multi -Housing
$ 9,715.80
B.
Recycling Promotional Activities
1,230.48
$ 4,743.90
C.
Waste Reduction Promotional Activities
90.41
$ 0.00
D.
Collection Curbside
$ 194,445.00
Drop -Off
479.63
$ 65,481.00
E.
Curbside Collection Containers
$ 0.00
Total Expenditures
$ 274,385.70
Revenues from Sale of Recyclables
Is 153,607.10
Part II. 2004 TONNAGES (Check all that apply. Provide individual tonnages where available.)
A. Residential Source -Separated Collections
Curbside
In -House
Multi -Housing
Total Tons
Mixed Fibers
If
F_ Newspaper
(— Corrugated Cardboard
F Office Paper
F ixed Paper/Junk Mail
Magazines
F_ Boxboard
F_ Phone Books
1,230.48
-1,230.48
90.41
90.41
479.63
47y.W
Metal
F Alum. Cans & Foil
F Steel & Tin Cns
F Commingled Cans
F_ Scrap Metal
52.74
52.74
80.35
80.35
Glass
Food & Beverage
7 Other Glass
421.87
421.87
Plastic
PET
HDPE
Commingled Bottles
105.47
105.47
Other
Recyclables
Vehicle Batteries
Tires
Steel
Brass
Aluminum
Mighty Tidy Day
Other Oil
.85
1.35
13.81
.78
.73
9.2
5.8
Other Oil Filters
1.28
Total Tons
2,460.95
33.8
2,494.75
B. Number (#) of Households (HH) with Curbside Recycling Service Available as of January 1, 2005:
Week
Single family (1-4 units)
6,866
Participation Rate
Multi -family (5 units and above) +
0
4,931
Total households with curbside recycling service available
6,866
C. Methods Used to Determine Number of Households with Service Available (check all that apply):
Property Tax Records
Utility Bill Records X
Building Permits
Other (specify)
D. Average Pounds of Recyclables per Household (HH):
Avg. lbs./HH = (Total Tons / Total # of HH)'2000 1,726
Part III. PARTICIPATION IN OCTOBER 2004
Week
Number Of HH With Curbside
Recycling Service Available
Number Of HH Setting Out
Recyclables
Participation Rate
10/04-10/09
6,866
4,931
.72
10/11-10/16
6,866
4,410
.64
10/18-10/23
6,866
4,642
.68
10/25-10/30
6,866
5,665
.83
Totals
27,464
19,648
.72
Part IV. DESCRIPTION OF RECYCLING PROGRAM (2004 Actual / 2005 Planned)
Please attach a brief description of your city's recycling and waste reduction program, including materials collected for
recycling. Include information on promotional activities done in 2004 and planned in 2005. Note any major program changes
trom previous years.
Part V. RECYCLING PROGRAM INFORMATION 2004
A. Method City Uses to Fund its Portion of the Recycling Expenses:
General Fund: Yes _ No _
Utility Bill: Yes X No _
Monthly charge on resident's bill only: $ 2.66
B. Curbside Collection Contractors:
Organized
Open
Collection
Method'
1 Waste Management
X
2
2.
3.
4.
5.
" 1 = Single Stream (commingling all recyclables together in one container)
2 = Two Stream (collecting metal cans, glass, and plastic in one container and all papers in the other)
3 = Source Separated (segregating recyclables into 3 or more categories)
C. Contract Dates /Term: 1/1/01-12/31/08 (A 3 year extension was added to current contract)
D. Contractor's Recycling Collection Cost /HH/Month: $ 2.36
E. Collection Frequency: Weekly X Bi -weekly _ Twice Monthly
F. Refuse and Recycling Collected Same Day: Yes X No
G. Contractors that Collect MSW at Municipal Owned Facilities:
1.
2.
MSW Disposal Facilities that are Being Used by Contractors Listed in Item G:
1.
2.
I. Municipal Ordinance Requiring Recycling by:
Single Family Residents: Yes X No _
Mulit-family Residents: Yes No X
Businesses: Yes _ No X
Part VI. SIGNATURES
Mayor or City Manager / Administrator / Clerk Date _
Recycling Coordinator l ! Date
-y -CTS
FINAL REPORT AND GRANT APPLICATION DUE FEBRUARY 15, 2005
2004
EXPENDITURES
PART I.
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Environmental/Recycling Coordinator $8,140.60
260 Hrs. @ $30.40
Recycling Administrative Assistants
80 Hrs. @ $19.69 $1,575.20
TOTAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION $9,715.80
PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES
1/10 City Newsletter x 6 Issues
$1,641.00
(one page in each issue)
1 /10 Postage for 6 Issues
$ 940.44
Brush Pick -Up Post Cards
$ 702.18
Leaf Drop -Off Post Cards
$ 830.95
Mighty Tidy Day Post Cards
$ w/Leaf Drop
Recycling Brochure
$ 629.33
Recyclopedia Booklet Update (2003) ------------
TOTAL PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES $ 4,743.90
G:1Recychng Program \Repo rts�2004 Expenditure.doc
Part IV.
City's Recycling Program Highlights for
2004
Golden Valley's recycling program includes curbside and multi -housing pickups of
glass, metal cans, newspaper, plastic bottles, corrugated cardboard and miscellaneous
paper (glossy magazines, mixed paper, junk mail, phone books, hard and soft cover
books). The 4 C's (cereal, cake, chips and crackers boxes) were added to the program
in 1996. In 2000 the boxboard was expanded to include beverage carriers, toy, gift and
tissue boxes and tubes.
The City provides a brush pickup to all residents for a three-week period in May and
leaf -drop off for four days in fall. Golden Valley added a clean-up day in 2004 for its
residents and it was titled Golden Valley's Mighty Tidy Day. (See attachments for
information regarding all three programs.)
One page in each issue of the City newsletter that goes to all residents is devoted to
recycling. The City also has an "after-hours recycling line" on its phone system so
resitieriis cdri access irlfurr7iaiion un recyciing at any time. riyers and/or postcards are
mailed to all residents to promote Leaf Drop-off Days, Mighty Tidy Day and Brush
Pickup Days.
In January 1997, the City discontinued organized recycling collection for all multi -family
complexes in the City, but continues to provide education and informational support as
needed.
In 2001, the City of Golden Valley entered into a five year Curb -side Recycling Contract
with Waste -Management, Inc. The contract includes a cost share component for
recycled material sales above a set -processing fee. The contract has generated a
significant savings for the City and was recently extended to December 31, 2008.
The City of Golden Valley worked with the cities of Plymouth, Hopkins, Minnetonka and
the West Hennepin Recycling Commission to update its Recyclopedia Handbook in
2003.
Staff also supplies public information to residents provided by Hennepin County.
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What Will Be Picked Up?
Tree limbs and brush less than 4 inches in
diameter and 6 feet long. Stack brush in one pile
between the curb and sidewalk or on the boule-
vard just behind the sidewalk. Place larger ends of
limbs toward the street. Condense pile as much as
possible. Please do not tie limbs or use
plastic bags. Keep pile completely clear of
sidewalks or obstructions such as mailboxes,
poles, overhead tree branches and power lines,
landscaping, fences, etc.These guidelines
will be strictly enforced.
What Won't Be Picked Up ?
Leaves, grass clippings, stumps, roots, limbs
exceeding the size limits, garbage, or anything in
plastic bags. If any of these items are mixed in the
brush stacks, the entire stackwill be left behind.
Brush piled near obstructions will be left behind.
Problem brush piles will be tagged to inform
residentswhy they were left behind and video-
taped to resolve potential disputes.
Pick -Up Schedule
Brush must be placed on the curb by 8 am Monday
the week of pick-up.
Area Week
South of Hwy 55 April 28
North of Hwy 55 & east of Douglas Dr May 5
North of Hwy 55 & west of Douglas Dr May 12
One -Time Pick -Up Only
Trucks will not return to neighborhoods for late set -
outs. If you miss your pick-up week, you must plan
for other means of disposal.
Questions?Ca11763-593-8030. The Spring
Curbside Brush Pick -Up is a component of the
Golden Valley's Residential Recycling Program.
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As an affluent nation, the US is full of stuff (see Combatting the Clutter Creature on
pages 8-9). But once goods have served their purpose, getting rid of them can 6e a
hassle. Golden Valley residents no longer have to 6e crowded out 6y unwanted items
as winter bears down. They can unload at the City's first annual Mighty Tidy Clean -Up
Day Saturday, October 16, 8 am to 1 pm, at
Brookview Park.
"Golden Valley recognized that other communities
were having great success with these community
clean-up programs," says Golden Valley's Environ-
mental Coordinator Al Lundstrom. "Though the
Transfer Station that accepts these types of things is
not that far away [Brooklyn Park], other communi-
ties have shown that when these events are sched-
uled, people plan for them and say, 'Hey, let's get
rid of that old washing machine."
Look around your attic and spend a little time in
the garage. If you're like most Americans, you'll find plenty of items ready to go. Mighty
Tidy Clean -Up Day is your chance to dispose of old mattresses and sofas, broken
bicycles, ancient appliances, unwanted tires, and even outdated electronics like comput-
ers and televisions.
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Enter Brookview Parkway from the north
along Winnetka Ave (it will 6e a one-
way for the event). Workers will collect
the appropriate fee (see box at right)
and direct you to one of three lots: Lot
1—electronics, tires, batteries, and light
bulbs; Lot 2—scrap metal and appli-
ances; Lot 3—sofas, chairs, mattresses,
and miscellaneous items (construction
debris, lumber, swing sets, bricks, etc).
No hazardous waste (used motor oil,
asbestos, cleaning solvents, pool chemi-
cals, etc) will 6e accepted (see sidebar
for disposal information).
"This is our trial run," says Lundstrom.
"We'll see how it goes this year, and
then we may make some change, such as
what we accept and where it is held."
The Golden Valley Mighty Tidy Clean -
Up Day is open only to Golden Valley
residents, and proof of residency will 6e
�recl at the entrance.
I more information on Mighty Tidy
Day, call Golden Valley's Environmental
Coordinator at 763-593-8046.
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ELECTRONICS
No charge
TV monitor .................................
$15
Console TV ................................
$25
Small electronics ...........................
$ 8
Ti R ES/ B ATTER i Es/ B u lbs
$22
Car tire ......................................
$ 3
Truck tire ....................................
$ 7
Tire rims .....................................
$ 2
Batteries .....................................
$ 2
Bul6s.........................................
$ 1
SCRAP METAL
Clean metal ..........................
No charge
Other (bikes, etc) .........................
$ 5
APPIIANCES
Non -refrigeration ...........................
$12
Freon units ..................................
$22
LOT 3
Bink ITEMS
Mattress/Box Spring ......................
$12
Couch .......................................
$20
Hide -A -Bed ...............................
$25
Chair (small/large) ...................
$ 5/$10
MiSC ITEMS .....................
$1 8/per yard
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cling questions 24 hours a day. Just call
763-593-8119 to reach the Golden
Valley Recycling Information Line (direc-
tions for rotary phone users are on the
message). For information on:
curbside recycling, press 1
apartment recycling, press 2
yard waste disposal, press 3
household hazardous waste disposal,
press 4
SEpTEMbER OCTOBER 2004 GoIdEN VAIIEy C.iTyNEWS
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Leaves are a leading source of excess nutrients in our waterways, and Golden Valley's
annual Fall Leaf Drop -Off helps prevent those nutrients from washing into the storm
water system and polluting local
creeks, lakes, and ponds.
The Fall Leaf Drop -Off provides
residents a monitored site to dispose
of their leaves at no charge during the
last weekend in October and the first
weekend in November (see box at
right for dates and times). The drop-
off site will 6e at Brookview Park,
south of Hwy 55 at Winnetka Ave.
During drop-off days, Brookview
Parkway becomes a one-way road.
All traffic must enter the site from
Winnetka Ave S and exit on Western Ave. City personnel will direct vehicles to drop-
off points, where other personnel will help residents unload or de -bag leaves.
f` U S
Participants must provide proof of Golden Valley residency (Minnesota driver's
license, ID, or proof of identity and address).
Residents must help de -bag their leaves at the site and take the bags home for
or disposal (see tips below for conserving bags). No brush will 6e accepted.
u Residents hauling loose leaves must help
unload their leaves at the site (see tips below
for loading loose leaves).
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For fast unloading and to conserve your bags,
leave them untied. If you must tie them, do
so loosely or use the yellow or clear plastic
tabs (they break open easily). Bags tightly
knotted or tightly tied with wire "twisties'
will 6e cut open to save time.
If you're hauling loose leaves, line the trailer
or truck bed with a tarp before loading the
leaves. To unload, help the workers lift the
corners of the tarp and dump the leaves into
the disposal box.
If you miss the Leaf Drop -Off, or if you have
brush or other yard waste to get rid of this fall,
contact your garbage hauler for its policies and
rates or check the Yellow Pages for names of commercial yard waste processing sites.
For example, the nearby Maple Grove Yard Waste Site (14796 101 Ave N, Maple
Grove) accepts leaves and brush up to two inches in diameter for $7/cu6ic yard, and
sod and dirt for $13/cu6ic yard, from April through November. Accepts grass clippings
for $13/cu6ic yard from June through September ($7/cu6ic yard other months). F
mixed material, add $2/cubic yard. Open Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 7 p—,
and Sunday, noon to 7 pm. Site closes November 30 and re -opens April 1 each year.
For more information, contact the Yard Waste Site directly at 763-420-8971.
The Fall Leaf Drop -Off has been part of Golden Valley's recycling program for 13
years. If you have questions about the Leaf Drop -Off or yard waste in general, call
763-593-8030.
CERTIFICATE
CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
) ss
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN)
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Golden Valley,
Minnesota, hereby attest and certify that:
As such officer, I have the legal custody of the original record from which the
attached and foregoing extract was transcribed.
2. 1 have carefully compared said extract with said original record.
3. 1 find said extract to be a true, correct and complete transcript from the original
minutes of a meeting of the City Council of said City held on the date indicated
in said extract, including any resolution or ordinance adopted at such meeting,
insofar as they relate to:
RESOLUTION 05-8
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE 2005 MUNICIPAL
RECYCLING GRANT APPLICATION TO HENNEPIN COUNTY AND
AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF GRANT AGREEMENT
4. Said meeting was duly held, pursuant to call and notice thereof as required by
law:
February 1, 2005
WITNESS my hand officially as such Clerk, and the seal of said City, this 9th day of
February, 2005.
��Judy Nally
(seal)
Resolution 05-8 February 1, 2005
Member Grayson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE 2005 MUNICIPAL
RECYCLING GRANT APPLICATION TO HENNEPIN COUNTY AND
AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF GRANT AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Golden Valley, Minnesota, has a Residential Recycling
Program; and,
WHEREAS, the recycling program is in conjunction with and supported by the
Hennepin County Commissioners; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to continue the program with Hennepin County's
support.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Golden
Valley that:
1. The City Council directs that staff prepare and submit the 2005 Municipal
Recycling Grant Application.
2. The City resolves to continue the Residential Recycling Program for three
calendar years from 2005-2007.
3. The City Council authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 2005-2007
Municipal Recycling Grant Agreement upon receipt by the City.
-Linda R. Loomis, Mayor
ATTEST:
,
Donald,G. Taylor`- ity Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Member Freiberg
and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Freiberg,
Grayson, Loomis, Pentel and Shaffer; and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor
and her signature attested by the City Clerk.
Environmental Commission
Envision Process Discussion
March 28, 2005
Premise:
We embrace new technologies and innovative practices to manage waste and
pollution at the source.
Immediate need:
Draft letter to be sent on behalf of City Council to the Metropolitan Council strongly
encouraging them to leave existing bus service through Golden Valley untouched.
• Rush hour routes through neighborhoods cut_ down on people that have to drive
to a park-and-ride in order to catch a bus.
• Mid-day routes down Golden Valley Road encourage seniors and other non -rush
hour travelers to take the bus.
• Residents have consistently told us (through Envision) that mass transit is
possible and preferable for this inner -ring suburban city.
Short-term (1-3 years) projects:
Trash Pickup
City should contract for one garbage company to service the entire city, or split the city
by areas and have one hauler per area.
• Use competitive bidding to award contracts.
• Eliminates noise and traffic of large trucks moving through neighborhoods more
than once a week. Seeing garbage cans by the curb every day of the week is
unsightly and unnecessary.
• Consider adding cost to residence utility bill, just like water and sewer.
Light Pollution
Draft ordinance to limit the output of lights, especially those on businesses (and
businesses near highways).
• Stricter regulation in "overnight" lighting of businesses, especially large car lots
and such. As an example, it's bad enough that they built right up against the
Westwood Nature area, but to have it lit up at night like a baseball field...
• Consider lower, more downtown -style street lights with less light output.
• Reduce overall mandated lighting, as in car lots, commercial areas.
Recycling
Recycling appears to be successful, well used, and has passionate supporters in the
city. To "fine-tune" this process, more education and some incentives are suggested.
• Wish that recycling containers had lids like the garbage containers. Too often,
the items put out for recycling end up blown or strewn around the neighborhood.
• Make recycling bins a part of every park.
• Brush and leaf pick-up for one more weekend and/or longer hours.
Nicer, aesthetic garbage receptacles with uplifting, civic -minded messages
Reward individuals & businesses for achievement in recycling and clean up.
Ensure that city literature is up to date about current practices. e.g., Mixing
material is acceptable; don't have to separate everything.
Community Clean -Up
The Mighty Tidy Day, held last fall, seemed to be the answer to many people's
suggestions. In addition, these are some further suggestions:
• Conduct an annual community clean up program where dumpsters are available
around the community for a limited period so that residents can get rid of any and
all junk (allow for separation of hazardous items such as computers, televisions,
batteries).
• Just as there is a crime watch day perhaps there could be a "beautify the
neighborhood day" --some sort of very local project taken up by volunteers with
city support (planting a few trees, painting some park equipment, improving a
path, assisting a neighbor)
• Have a day or a weekend for community -wide garage sales.
Other ideas "out there" somewhere in the future:
Litter - Clean streets and parks -use citizens -have doggie bags -set plastic bag recycle bins in parks as a source of
doggie bags -year-round trash cans in parks
o Educate about recycling - how to, within city and within home [4]
o Air pollution - monitor - check local emissions -speed limits? [3]
o Compost -Allow backyards to have two compost bins. [3]
o Noise pollution reduction [3]
o Outdoor burning - ban
o Create an efficient way to get garbage out of Golden Valley (no dump, no burner, NIMBY)
o Create paths/sidewalks within city to encourage walking rather than car use for short trips.
Improve trash cleaning for a clean environment
Make garbage charges tax deductible
Reduce car use by utilizing a light rail system and leaving their cars at home to use for regional and interstate
travel.
There is a plasma converter option to reduce waste available for enterprising cities to participate - Startech Inc.
o Traffic controls set to reduce time spent idling (at stoplights, etc), while keeping speeds low enough to
be child, pedestrian, and bicycle friendly.
o Trash - have a less visible trash collection system (away from front of homes)
Waste and Pollution
Hazardous Waste
o City has provided affordable hazardous waste disposal for small businesses*
o Provide a hazardous waste drop-off site in Golden Valley OR have periodic hazardous material recycling
pickup*
o Regular monthly curbside pickups for batteries, all recyclables that are not currently picked*
o City drop-off point for hazardous waste [6]
o Curbside pick up for EVERY regular household recyclable product: paint, batteries, all food packaging,
light bulbs, ink jet ink, etc.
o Have a more convenient means to drop off or to have picked up household hazardous wastes, so that
more people will recycle or properly dispose of them.
o Include batteries and other recyclables not currently picked up in monthly curbside recycling program.
o Provide city -sponsored, affordable hazardous waste disposal for small businesses.
o Recycling is also very important. Make "green" options more available to residents and educating them
on the impact of using chemicals and other hazardous products, not only to themselves, but also to others in
the community.
Recycling
Golden Valley needs to develop a recycling center. As it is now, we have to go to the County facilities or pay to
use other cities' facilities. This not only takes time, but also makes us drive more and use extra gas, contributing
to the pollution problem.
It would be great if there were a monthly "junk" pickup, perhaps at a nominal fee, so people can regularly clear
their garages, sheds, and yards of old stuff.
Reduce the use of plastic
Recycling Incentives
• Businesses and residents increase the use of biodegradable products and will find ways to use reusable
products,eg, take-out containers
• Cleaner Water Tax Incentives for business to recycle
• Create an incentive to get people to recycle
• Golden Valley could enact an ordinance that businesses should use cornstarch bags that are biodegradable,
as opposed to plastic or paper bags.
• Help residents use recycling programs to their fullest potential.
• Incentives for more complete recycling, trash compactor rebates from the city
• Only do business with recyclers who collect plastic of all kinds, including plastic bags
• Work with retailers to reduce packaging material to minimize waste products.
• Recycling - convenience -provide better containers, better service -provide pick up of large appliances -city do it
too* [14]
Composting
o Encourage the use of garbage -to -electric plants.
o Organize a better city compost system.
o Provide free citywide pickup of brush - twice per year (Spring and Fall). Provide free citywide pickup of
appliances, furniture, and other large objects that won't affect the environment. Do it twice per year.
o Year-round lawn recycling center for grass/twig drop off. Enforce litter laws.
o maybe city compost site
Pollution Control
o Exceed government pollution standards including air, water and noise pollution.* [3]
o Light and sound pollution reduced
o Offer energy usage education to citizens.
o Require yard equipment to have pollution controls.
Noise Pollution
o Strong noise and pollution level controls*
o Control noise and air quality (especially by Highway 169)
o I would like to lessen the amount of noise in our neighborhoods --cars, machines...
o Leaf blowers should be required to have some kind of muffler system.
o Limit use of lawn mowers, leaf blowers... to certain days
o Low -noise lawn equipment?
o Maintain quiet areas for recreation natural enjoyment
o No Noise - require electric lawn mowers.
o Noise is a major factor in our quality of life. With major highways criss-crossing our city, mitigation is
necessary. The sound walls don't really help ... except moving/deflecting the noise a few more blocks away.
Here is where technology should be employed.
o Reroute planes (noise pollution)
Air Pollution
o Promote fusion power as a future energy alternative for Golden Valley. Consider other alternative fuels
for cleaner air to replace gas engines for vehicles, lawnmowers, snow blowers, and other home and garden
equipment. Offer energy usage education to citizens.*
o Position Golden Valley to be a leader in promoting use of electric cars. [4]
o City vehicles (autos & small trucks) should be electric or hybrids. (This would not include fire trucks or
police cars.)
o Consider alternative fuels for cleaner air to replace gas engines for vehicles, lawnmowers, snow blowers,
and other home and garden equipment.
o No smog
o Promote fusion power as a future energy alternative for Golden Valley.
o To reduce air pollution, incentivize people to drive electric/hybrid cars by providing reserved parking
similar to handicap parking.
Alternative Transit
o Have van routes around town
o Promote walking / biking to reduce pollution
o Rapid Transit
o With Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) in place, it will mean less run-off of noxious chemicals from cars and
less noise and air pollution. It will mean less paved over space.
Wind/Solar/Other Sources of Energy
o Promote wind and solar projects. Golden Valley could distinguish itself by being at energy forefront.* [2]
o Encourage new homes with heated floors that are more efficient.
o Give incentives for lowering the environmental impact of homes - for example: have a tax break for solar
panels
o Let's have some local power generation with solar or wind technology in Golden Valley.
o No one uses power lawn mowers - use hydrogen fuel cell mowers and blowers
o Perhaps windmills could be installed to power the city rather than taking so much, mainly derived from
fossil fuels, from NSP. This is a clean source of energy, and I would be willing to pay a few extra dollars a
month to get that started.
o Use of alternative energy sources for electricity