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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-07-20 Council Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL JULY 20,2004 7:00 P.M. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Housh, Hovland,Masica and Mayor Maetzold. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion made by Member Housh and seconded by Member Hovland approving the Council Consent Agenda as presented with the exception of Agenda Item IV.A. Kitchen Renovation-Edina Senior Center. Rollcall: Ayes: Housh,Hovland, Masica,Maetzold Motion carried. 'MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF TULY 6, 2004, AND SPECIAL MEETING OF JULY 6, 2004, APPROVED Motion made by Member Housh and seconded by Member Hovland, approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Edina City Council for July 6, 2004, and Special Meeting of July 6,2004. Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 850-A-25 ADOPTED GRANTING FINAL REZONING AND RESOLUTION NO.2004-68 ADOPTED GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL TO WALLINGFORD ADDITION (5101 WEST 70TH STREET) Affidavits of Publication were presented and ordered placed on file. Presentation by Planner Planner Larsen stated the City Council approved Preliminary Rezoning and Preliminary Plat approval for Wallingford Addition at their April 7, 2004, meeting. The approved plans called for 117 units in two, four story buildings. Mr. Larsen said the proponents have now requested Final Rezoning and Final Plat. Mr. Larsen noted the plans for the Final Rezoning and Final Plat reflect a reduction in total unit count from 117 to 106. He explained that Building One designed as a rental unit would contain 74 units; with Building Two, designed as a for-sale condominium would contain 32 units. Mr. Larsen said the final plans met the City's Code requirements for enclosed and surface parking. However,using some surface spaces have been suggested as a proof of parking to allow an increase in the green space. Mr. Larsen said the proponent submitted the following plans: site plan, grading plan, landscaping plan and schedule, and building elevations with materials. Mr. Larsen added the only variance necessary, which had not changed since the preliminary approval was granted, was for building setback along Metro Boulevard with the plan showing a 39-foot setback instead of the 49 feet required by City code. He concluded stating the proponents had agreed to provide a total of three (3) affordable housing units in the project,two in building one and one in building two. Mr. Larsen explained that the landscaping plan had been revised since the Planning Commission meeting to include an extension of the berm on the north side of the property and also the number of 12-foot evergreen trees had been increased from seven to twelve. Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/luly 20,2004 Member Masica asked if reducing the ponds on the site from two to one would have any impact upon wildlife. Mr. Larsen pointed out where the creek ran on the property and said that the developer wanted to minimize the wetland impact so they requested reducing the number of ponds. Member Hovland asked a number of questions including: • Staff's recommendation for bedroom sizes of affordable housing offered; • Details of the Proof of Parking Agreement; • Potential terms and conditions of pond maintenance agreement; • Was there concern about drainage;and • Was staff satisfied with the proposed landscaping plan. Mr. Larsen suggested the affordable units in the rental building be one 1-bedroom unit and one 2- bedroom unit, with one 1-bedroom unit be affordable in the "for sale' condominium building. He continued stating the proof of parking agreement would be the standard agreement used with other developers. Engineer Houle stated the City would also use a standard agreement to cover the pond maintenance and that based upon the submitted plans drainage should not be a concern. Mr. Larsen concluded pointing out the proponents had increased the number of large evergreens from seven to twelve and also agreed to extend the berm to better screen the residential neighbors. Member Housh asked what were the proposed average rents for the building. Mr. Larsen explained he would defer to the developer to give the proposed rentals and price points of the project. Mayor Maetzold asked what kind of agreement would the City require to ensure the affordable units were in place. Mr. Larsen pointed out a draft agreement that had been included with the Council's packet,which would be modified to require documentation of the developer either by copies of rental leases or sale documentation to ensure the affordability of the promised units. Member Hovland commented he believed the new plan presented a shorter profile to West 70th Street and he asked about the ability to maintain the privacy of residents of the affordable units. Mr. Larsen explained that data would be covered under existing state data practices statutes. Vasco Bernardi, 5346 Poplar Circle, Bloomington, explained that the developer would like to lessen the impact upon the wetlands and that was why they were attempting to reduce the number of ponds. He added that rents in the project would be approximately$1.30 per square foot or$1,000 and $1,300 per month depending upon the size of the apartment. He said they feel the proposed project would be a good one for both themselves and the City of Edina. Timothy Nichols, 1788 Clear Water, Savage, stated he had been an advisor to the Bernardi's. Mr. Nichols stated he had experience in developing affordable housing in a number of communities. He requested that the focus of the affordable housing be put on the rental housing and not to impose that condition on the condominiums. He suggested that more people would be better served by not including the condominiums. Mayor Maetzold commented that the Council could only react to the project in front of them and would not get into any other method of addressing the affordable housing in the project except that which had been agreed to by the applicant in writing and was before the Council. Member Hovland said he hoped the developer could hold the condominium sale prices to between $275,000 and $300,000 because there seemed to be a need for this type of housing in Edina. He added he was excited about the affordable units and thanked the developer for their cooperation in this area. Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/iuly 20,2004 Member Housh asked if the Council could amend what they were granting at this meeting if it were in the best interest of the City. Mr. Larsen stated that was a possibility. Member Masica asked if the City would have oversight of the affordable units. Mr. Hughes stated that would be part of the agreement between the City and the developer. Attorney Gilligan explained the developer would have to file reports with the City showing their compliance with the affordable units. Public Comment Alan Hohenstein, 5105 West 70th Street, expressed his concerns regarding the ponds and screening. Mr. Hohenstein asked that the ponds have some type of aeration to avoid stagnation. He asked that the developer be required to build a berm and plant it to totally screen the new buildings from the residential neighbors. Mr. Larsen explained that a portion of the proposed pond was intended to be a sedimentation area where water would settle before discharging to the creek. He said he would defer to the project architect to speak to the issue of the berm. Todd Young, KKE, said there were two issues relating to the berm. He noted that West 70th rises in elevation from east to west to the bridge on the edge of the project,while the property itself naturally slopes to the creek. Mr. Young said there was not enough room to keep the berm at the same height for the entire length of the property. Member Masica said she thought the proposed screening was well done. She asked whether the pond could be aerated and about the expense of doing so. Mr. Young said he was unsure of the cost, he thought it could be done,but that maintenance would become an issue. Member Hovland asked,1) if the pond would likely be dry unless there were very heavy rains,2) was there any plans to install a liner and, 3) would there be any need for fencing the pond. Mr. Young replied that the pond would come into being with very heavy rains. Mr. Hughes noted there was approximately an eight-foot change in elevation in the pond. Mr. Houle explained that there was no plans for lining the pond and that this pond would most likely be wet a good portion of the time because it was designed to settle out sediment. He said there would be more danger from 9 Mile Creek and that ponds of this design were in existence all over the City without problems. Council Action Member Housh made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Member Masica. Ayes: Housh,Hovland, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. Member Housh made a motion granting Second Reading to the following ordinance approval the Final Rezoning subject to: 1) Watershed District permits; 2) Maintenance agreement covering pond outlets; 3) Landscaping plan and bond to include re-vegetation plan around storm water ponding areas;4) Proof of Parking Agreement; and 5) Provision for two affordable rental housing units in Building One (1 one-bedroom and 1 two-bedroom) and one affording "for-sale" housing unit in the condominium building Two. The affordable units to be subject to Metropolitan Council Standards for income and affordability: ORDINANCE NO.850-A-25 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE (NO.850) Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/luly 20, 2004 BY REZONING PROPERTY TO PLANNED RESIDENCE DISTRICT-4 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDINA,MINNESOTA, ORDAINS: Section 1. Subsection 850.06 of Section 850 of the Edina City Code is amended by adding the following thereto: The extent of the Planned Residence District 4, PRD-4 is enlarged by the addition of the following described property: Lot 1, Block 1,METRAM 1ST ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County,Minnesota. The extent of the Planned Residence District 3 PRD-3 is reduced by removing the property described above. Section 2. Effective Date: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon adoption and publication according to the law. Adopted this 20th day of July,2004. First Reading: April 7,2004 Second Reading: July 20,2004 Published: August 4,2004 I � Attest i Debra A. Mange , �ity Clue k Dennis F. Maetzold,Mayor Member Masica seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland,Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. Member Housh made a motion introducing the following resolution and moving its adoption granting Final Plat to Wallingford Addition subject to: 1) Watershed District permits; 2) Maintenance agreement covering pond outlets; 3) Landscaping plan and bond to include re- vegetation plan around storm water ponding areas; 4) Proof of Parking Agreement; and 5) Provision for two affordable rental housing units in Building One (1 one-bedroom and 1 two- bedroom) and one affording "for-sale" housing unit in the condominium building Two. The affordable units to be subject to Metropolitan Council Standards for income and affordability: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-68 FINAL PLAT-WALLINGFORD ADDITION 5101 WEST 70TH STREET BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota,that that certain plat entitled, "WALLINGFORD ADDITION", platted by The Wallingford Partnership L.L.P., a Minnesota limited liability partnership, Sentinel Holding Company an S Company and Antonio Bernardi and Maria Cecilia Bernardi, husband and wife, and presented at the regular meeting of the City Council on July 20,2004,be and is hereby granted final plat approval. Adopted this 20th day of July 2004. Member Masica seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland,Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. *HEARING DATE SET OF AUGUST 17, 2004, AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE FOR FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS Motion made by Member Housh and seconded by Member Hovland setting August 17, 2004, as hearing date for Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Floodplain Regulations. Motion carried on rollcall-four ayes. Page 4 Minutes/Edina City CouncMuly 20,2004 FIRST READING GRANTED TO ORDINANCE NO. 2004-10 ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL DISPENSARY AND RESOLUTION NO. 2004-65 - ESTABLISHING LOCATIONS FOR MUNICIPAL DISPENSARIES Mr. Hughes suggested the Council hear both the proposed ordinance establishing a municipal dispensary and the proposed resolution establishing locations of such dispensaries at the same time. Mr. Hughes stated the staff had previously advised the Council that State Liquor Control felt the City could not issue itself a wine license and instead had to establish a municipal dispensary instead. He said that based upon that interpretation of state law, staff had prepared an ordinance establishing a municipal dispensary and a corresponding resolution establishing Braemar Golf Course as a dispensary serving wine,intoxicating malt liquor and 3.2 beer with Fred Richard Golf Course serving 3.2 beer. Following a brief discussion Member Masica made a motion granting First Reading of Ordinance No.2004-10,establishing a municipal dispensary.Member Hovland seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes:Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Nays: Housh Motion carried. Member Hovland introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption subject to Ordinance No. 2004-10 being adopted,seconded by Member Masica: RESOLUTION No.2004-65 WHEREAS, the City of Edina by Ordinance No. 2004-10 permits the establishment of municipal dispensaries of liquor within the City of Edina. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Edina, that on- sale dispensaries for liquor shall be established and limited as described below: 1. Braemar Golf Course Grounds and Clubhouse - limited to the on-sale of 3.2 beer, intoxicating malt liquor and wine;and 2. Fred Richards Golf Course Grounds and Clubhouse - limited to the on-sale of 3.2 beer. Passed and adopted this 20th day of July 2004. Ayes: Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Nays: Housh Motion carried. AWARD OF BID FOR KITCHEN RENOVATION - EDINA SENIOR CENTER Member Hovland asked removal of the Edina Senior Center kitchen renovation from the Consent Agenda to publicly commend Bob Seeger and the Edina Morningside Rotary Clubs, both noon and morning, for their commitment of funds in the amount of $20,000 to aid in the renovation of the Edina Senior Center kitchen. The total amount of the project would be approximately$48,000. Member Hovland made a motion approving the award of bid for the kitchen renovation at the. Edina Senior Center to recommended low bidder, Shaw Lundquist in the amount of $20,880.00. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh,Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Motion carried. Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Councilauly 20,2004 FRONT OFFICE EXPANSION - EDINBOROUGH PARK Manager Hughes explained that "Adventure Peak" the new playground park at Edinborough Park was a huge success necessitating the expansion of the office lobby to accommodate customers. The bid exceeded the budgeted amount of $15,000 in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and therefore was not placed on the consent agenda. The CIP in total was under budget. Member Masica made a motion approving the award of bid for Edinborough Park's front office expansion to recommended low bidder,Rutledge Construction at$18,440.00. Ayes: Housh,Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Motion carried. *TRAFFIC SAFETY STAFF REVIEW OF TULY 7, 2004, APPROVED Motion made by Member Housh and seconded by Member Hovland approving the Traffic Safety Staff Review of July 7, 2004,Section A.: 1. Post a "NO PARKING"zone along the north edge of Belmore Lane at the end of the alley between Washington Avenue and Adams Avenue; and Section B.and C. Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-66 - APPOINTING PRIMARY ELECTION JUDGES Member Housh introduced the following resolution,seconded by Member Hovland and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO.2004-66 APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES FOR THE SEPTEMBER 14,2004 PRIMARY ELECTION WHEREAS,Minnesota Election Law 204B.21 requires that persons serving as election judges be appointed by the Council at least 25 days before the election. BE IT RESOLVED by the Edina City Council that the individuals named on Exhibit A, and on file in the office of the City Clerk be appointed as election judges for the primary election to be conducted on September 14,2004;and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is with this, authorized to make any substitutions or additions as deemed necessary. Passed and adopted by the Edina City Council this 20th day of July,2004 Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. *RESOLUTION NO. 2004-67 - SETTING HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 17 2004 - ALLEY VACATION (308 BLAKE ROAD) Member Housh introduced the following resolution seconded by Member Hovland and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO.2004-67 CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF PUBLIC ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO 308 BLAKE ROAD BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina as follows: 1. It is hereby found and determined that the following described property should be considered for vacation in accordance with the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 160.29 and 462.348, Subd. 7: 2. This Council shall meet at 7:00 P.M. on the 17TH day of August, 2004,for the purpose of holding a public hearing on whether such vacation shall be made in the interest of the public. 3. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to cause notice of said hearing to be published once a week for two weeks in the Edina Sun-Current, the official newspaper of the City, to post such Page 6 Minutes/Edina City CouncMuly 20,2004 notice, in at least three public and conspicuous places,as provided in Minnesota Statutes. Such notice shall be in substantially the following form: (Official Publication) CITY OF EDINA 4801 WEST 50TH STREET EDINA,MINNESOTA 55424 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF ALLEY RIGHT OF WAY ADJACENT TO 308 BLAKE ROAD IN THE CITY OF EDINA HENNEPIN COUNTY MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota will meet on August 17, 2004, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at 4801 West 50th Street for a portion of White Oaks Road roadway right-of-way easements to be vacated: PROPOSED LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PORTION OF ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY TO BE VACATED: That part of the sixteen-foot alley adjacent to and between Lots 2,3,8 and 9, Block 4 of Mendelssohn, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Said vacation lies north of the south line of the north 30 feet of said Lot 8 and south of the north line of said Lots 2 and 9. All persons who desire to be heard with respect to the question of whether or not the above proposed street right of way and utility and drainage vacation is in the public interest and should be made shall be heard at said time and place.The Council shall consider the extent to which such proposed street vacation affects existing easements within the area of the proposed vacation and the extent to which the vacation affects the authority of any person, corporation, or municipality owning or controlling electric,telephone or cable television poles and lines,gas and sewer lines,or water pipes, mains, and hydrants on or under the area of the proposed vacation, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon such easement area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove, or otherwise attend thereto, for the purpose of specifying, in any such vacation resolution, the extent to which any or all of such easement, and such authority to maintain,and to enter upon the area of the proposed vacation,shall continue. BY ORDER OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL Debra A.Mangen,City Clerk Dated: July 19,2004 Passed and adopted this 20th day of July 2004. Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. MUNICIPAL STATE AID SIDEWALK - 4809 TO 4709 WEST 70TH STREET - IMPROVEMENT NO. S-074 Engineer Houle explained the subject area was one of the missing segments of sidewalks located on Municipal State Aid (MSA) roadways. Staff has been working on plans for the missing sidewalk along the southerly side of West 70th Street from the east property line of Arneson Acres Park to the east TH100 frontage road. The proposed sidewalk will provide a safe east-west pedestrian movement along the south side of West 70th Street from the frontage road to West Shore Drive and beyond. Mr. Houle indicated the Council initiated the 2003/2004 Municipal State Aid Sidewalk Study and the 2004-2008 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the entrance at Arneson Acres Park. Residents in the area were recently informed of the proposed project. Some affected property owners indicated concern with the project. The total estimated project cost was $113,000 and would be funded thought the Municipal State Aid System funds and the revolving fund as approved in the CIP. If the project Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/Tuly 20,2004 was deemed worthy by the Council, a resolution approving the West 70th Street Sidewalk Improvement, Improvement No. S-074,would need adoption, authorizing plans and specifications to be completed and bids taken. Mr. Houle added that a small piece of easement on the westerly end of the subject location was acquired in order to complete the sidewalk installation. When a local roadway reaches approximately 750 trips per day, sidewalk installation was recommended to separate pedestrians from vehicles. He explained that the placement of mailboxes in the area does not lend themselves to a curb-style sidewalk. The actual sidewalk would be installed directly behind the mailboxes yet within the right- of-way with the intent of minimizing tree loss. Member Masica asked how many feet of boulevard would be used with installation of the sidewalk. Mr. Houle said approximately nine feet would be used. The City would have a 4-5 foot grassy strip and a five-foot sidewalk. City crews plow and maintain sidewalks on the State Aid routes with equipment that accommodates the five-foot width. Ms. Masica inquired how many feet of easement would be required for a curb-style sidewalk. Mr. Houle responded that a six inch drop-off would be required with that style of sidewalk and isn't user friendly for sight-challenged or persons in a chair. Ms. Masica asked what portion of the $113,000 was the Arneson Acres project. Mr. Houle said approximately$25,000-$30,000. David Hamilton, 4805 West 70th Street, spoke to his letter of June 16, 2004, stating his disapproval of the project for various reasons. He stated the nature of this type of project should not be done without consultation. He noted that sidewalk installation at nine feet into his property was ominous and getting into his'personal space'. He asked that this plan not go forward. Donald Barck, 4807 West 70th Street, a signer of the previously mentioned June 16, 2004, letter, stated he has been through a lot in his 42 years on 70th Street. While he knows that his physically challenged neighbor would enjoy the ability to get to the park and beyond, he noted that sidewalks were not a thing of beauty. He asked that the three lots at 4801, 4805 and 4807 be made exempt from the sidewalk project as the area does not warrant the installation and install it on the Arneson Park side of 70th. Ruth Johnson,4809 West 70th Street,commented that her husband was in favor of the sidewalk as was she. Member Masica asked if there were a lot of walkers going to Christ Presbyterian Church. Mr. Barck remembered when the church was expanding their parking lot, there was talk of NO PARKING on 70th Street. As soon as the expansion was completed parking on 70th was constant as well as a shuttle from the Arneson Acres parking lot. Ms. Masica concluded by saying that installation of sidewalks was a matter of safety. Mr. Houle added that curb style versus boulevard style could be installed if the US Post Office boxes would be eliminated from the area. He indicated that bids could be solicited for both curb styles. He stated his preference for a boulevard style because it separates the pedestrians from traffic. Member Hovland stated his preference for a boulevard style sidewalk being installed on West 70th Street. After installation,use will increase,especially as a means to traverse to the park. Page 8 Minutes/Edina City Council/july 20, 2004 Member Housh indicated this sidewalk would be a tremendous benefit to the three property owners that was installed with State Aid funds and maintained by the City. He suggested tabling the issue for two weeks to gain a consensus from the neighborhood. Member Masica concurred with installation of the sidewalks. Following a brief discussion, Member Hovland moved to continue the Municipal State Aid Sidewalk, Improvement No. 5-074, (4809 to 4709 West 70th Street) to August 3, 2004, directing staff to study options for mail delivery and types of sidewalk. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh,Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Motion carried. 'CHANGE ORDER APPROVED - VALLEY VIEW ROAD AND WEST 66TH STREET POND DREDGING - CONTRACT NO. 03-6 (ENGINEERING) Motion made by Member Housh and seconded by Member Hovland authorizing the change order for Valley Road and West 66th Street Pond Dredging Improvements, Contract No. 03-6 Engineering. Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE REVIEW PROCESS APPROVED Mr. Hughes explained staff discussed alternatives for studying the City's subdivision ordinance during the recently enacted moratorium. A number of options were possible for conducting the study and preparing recommendations: • To refer this issue to the Planning Commission and suggest the Commission establish a committee comprising Commission members to undertake the study • The Council could refer this issue to the staff for review and recommendation • To engage a consultant to undertake an independent review and prepare a report with recommended ordinances for consideration • To appoint a task force of residents who have an expertise in fields related to development/redevelopment for their independent review and recommendations as to subdivision policy Mr. Hughes said after discussing the options, staff believes the last option was most appropriate for the task. A small task force comprising residents with backgrounds in architecture, law, property appraisal, planning, real estate and similar professions would be suited to provide recommendations for Council consideration. Staff believes that appointees must not be directly affected by any pending or contemplated subdivisions. Staff resources to the committee would be provided by the Planning Department. Mr. Hughes suggested the task force be charged with the following: • Review subdivisions approved in recent years pursuant to the existing ordinance • Evaluate the impact of these subdivisions on the character, symmetry and property values in their neighborhoods • Review subdivision ordinances of other similar communities • Recommend changes to our ordinance if warranted The goal of the task force would be to complete their work and report to the Council by years end. He added that names of recommended potential individuals to serve on the task force could be presented at the next Council meeting. Page 9 Minutes/Edina City CouncMuly 20,2004 Member Hovland indicated his preference with two suggestions, 1) engaging a consultant and 2) appointing a task force of expert residents. Mayor Maetzold concurred with the suggestion. Member Masica inquired whether an outside consultant would have access to other communities' ordinances. Mr. Hughes noted that an outside consultant would have a greater ability to do this type of research. Ms. Masica said she wished the study could be examined by the Planning Commission, staff and back to the Council. Member Housh explained he was in favor of a consultant being involved in the process. He added that his hope was that anything that was troubling the Planning Commission with their ability to enforce the ordinances,could be part of the task force study. Mr. Hughes said the most time-consuming part of this process would be to get proposals back from consultants. He stated that this could be back on the Council agenda for the second meeting in August. Member Hovland made a motion directing staff to receive proposals from consultants and present interested, qualified residents who would be willing to serve on a task force that would examine the City of Edina's Subdivision Ordinance and be back for approval by the Council on August 17, 2004. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh,Hovland,Masica,Maetzold Motion carried. GREATER SOUTHDALE AREA STUDY PROCESS APPROVED Mr. Hughes indicated that the Hennepin County Board has approved a cost sharing agreement and the planning study with respect to the Greater Southdale area is underway. Kick-off meetings with consultants have taken place and a planning process will go forward over approximately the next eight months. Three committees will assist in the study: 1. Technical Advisory Committee - comprising City and County staff members to oversee the day-to-day activities of the consulting team 2. Community Advisory Committee (CAC) - will meet 3-4 times during the course of study and provide feedback and reactions to the work 3. A "Futures Task Force" - will meet once at the onset of the study to help frame a broader context for the project. Mr. Hughes said addition,two community meetings are planned to share information with residents. The following individuals have agreed to serve on the FUTURE'S GROUP, with the Council's concurrence: • Michael Schroeder-professional planner and resident of the Southeast quadrant • Bob Engstrom - well-known housing developer and long-time member of Urban Land Institute • Larry Laukka - development team of Centennial Lakes and Edinborough Park and resident of Centennial Lakes • Jay Lindgren - Dorsey and Whitney and former Executive Director of the Metropolitan Council • Mark Enger-Fairview System • Don Brauer-futures expert,resident and member of consultant team Three additional individuals have been solicited and are considering serving on the Future's Group. Page'10 Minutes/Edina City CouncMuly 20,2004 Individuals who have agreed to serve on the CAC are as follow with the Councils concurrence: • Gordon Johnson-retired Planning Commission Chair • Michael Fisher-member of Planning Commission and Architect • Gary Strong-CEO Fairview Southdale • Warren Beck-partner in Gabbert and Beck of the Galleria • Harvey Turner-resident and Director of Planning for U of M • John Donnelly- Frauenshuh Group • Jack Rice-former Edina City Council Member • Representative from Point of France condominiums • Representative from Edina Chamber of Commerce • Representative from Edinborough/Centennial Lakes condominiums • Representative from the Colony Mr. Hughes asked for the Councils approval of the individuals willing to serve on the Future's Group and the Community Advisory Committee. Mr. Hovland suggested that an individual from the new Cornelia Place be asked to serve on the committee. Mayor Maetzold commended the highly-skilled individuals who volunteer their input to aid in running the City. No formal Council action was taken. *CONFIRMATION OF CLAIMS PAID Member Housh made a motion and Member Hovland seconded the motion approving payment of the following claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated July 7, 2004, and consisting of 32 pages: General Fund$320,627.96; Communications Fund $4,997.11; Working Capital Fund $57,590.70; Construction Fund $543.14; Art Center Fund $2,065.56; Golf Dome Fund $1,286.47; Aquatic Center Fund$7,468.14; Golf Course Fund $21,088.56; Ice Arena Fund $30,015.28; Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $25,389.40; Liquor Fund $220,639.09; Utility Fund $54,380.20; Storm Sewer Fund $6,157.86; Recycling Fund $32,171.80, PSTF Fund $726.87 TOTAL $785,148.14; and for approval of payment of claims dated July 14, 2004, and consisting of 32 pages: General Fund $220,281.69, Communications Fund $1,739.50; Working Capital Fund $164,310.36; Art Center Fund $2,188.35; Golf Dome Fund $129.65; Aquatic Center Fund $25,457.69; Golf Course Fund $44,283.67; Ice Arena Fund $5,652.44, Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $7,679.36; Liquor Fund $131,545.20; Utility Fund $34,958.80; Storm Sewer Fund $1,142.47;Recycling Fund$3,122.15;PSTF Agency Fund$4,463.76; TOTAL$646,955.09. Motion carried on rollcall vote-four ayes. COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT (CAFR) FOR 2003 RECEIVED Director Wallin presented Edina's Comprehensive Annual Financial Statement (CAFR) for 2003 and commented that again this year,no management letter was received from the Auditors with concerns or suggested changes to the City of Edina's financial system. The format of the 2004 CAFR is somewhat different because of changes brought about by GASB 34 the new Federal Accounting System. Following a brief Council discussion, positive Council acclimations of the Financial/Audit process were given, and Member Hovland made a motion approving receipt of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Statement(CAFR) for 2003,as presented. Member Housh seconded the motion. Page 11 Minutes/Edina City CounciWf my 20,2004 Ayes: Housh,Hovland,Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Maetzold declared the meeting adjourned at 9:55 P.M. GO Clerk Page 12