HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-09-19 Council Regular Meeting MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 19, 2006
7:00 P.M.
ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson and Mayor
Hovland.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion made by Member Swenson and
seconded by Member Hulbert approving the Council Consent Agenda as presented with
the exception of Agenda Item V.A. Reject Bids for City Facility Refuse/Recycling Contract.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
SEPTEMBER PROCLAIMED AS EDINA READS "YEH YEH'S HOUSE" Mayor Hovland
proclaimed September as Edina Reads "Yeh Yeh's House" by St. Paul author, Evelina Chao
as the 2006 selection to bring attention to the lifelong value of reading.
Member Housh made a motion proclaiming September as Edina Reads "Yeh Yeh's House"
by St. Paul author Evelina Chao. Member Swenson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR EDINA LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS Mayor
Hovland expressed thanks and appreciation to the Edina League of Women Voters for their
help during the Primary Election held on September 12, 2006.
Member Masica made a motion approving the Resolution of Appreciation for the Edina
League of Women Voters. Member Hulbert seconded the motion.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
'MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 5 2006 AND SPECIAL
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, APPROVED Motion made by Member Swenson and
seconded by Member Hulbert approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
September 5, 2006, and Special Meeting of September 5, 2006, as presented.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-87 APPROVING FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND
PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVED FOR REC INC. HILLS OF BRAEMAR WOODVIEW
COURT Affidavits of Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file.
Acting City Planner Cornejo explained the applicant, R.E.C. Inc. Ron Clark Construction &
Design applied for Final Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for the property know as
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the Hills of Braemar 8th Addition to allow the construction of a three-unit townhome. He
continued stating the parcel had been rezoned in 1974 to a PRD-2 to allow the construction of
33 four-unit buildings. Five four-unit buildings were built on the parcel leaving one platted
lot undeveloped. The other twenty-eight buildings were never built. In 1977 the property
with the exception of the subject lot was rezoned to R-1 and R-2 Districts. The current
request would allow the three unit townhome to be constructed on the lot left vacant in 1974.
Mr. Cornejo said the proposed project conformed in all respects to the requirements of the
PRD-2 zoning district. He added the proposal of three units on a site originally designed for
four units would have no negative impacts on the existing units. Mr. Cornejo report the City
Engineer had no comments regarding traffic impact and Woodview Court would remain a
private street. Mr. Cornejo reported the Planning Commission at their August 30, 2006,
meeting recommended Preliminary Plat and Final Development Plan approval for REC, Inc.
with the findings as required by City Code as follows:
♦ Consistent with Comprehensive Plan;
♦ Consistent with the Final Development Plan as approved and modified by the
Council;
♦ Will not be detrimental to properties surrounding the tract;
♦ Will not result in overly-intensive land use;
♦ Will not result in undue traffic congestion or traffic hazards;
♦ Conformed to applicable provisions of City Code;
♦ Provides a proper relationship between the proposed improvements, existing
structures, open space and natural features.
Tim Bohlman, R.E.C. Inc., 7500 W. 78f Street, reviewed the project and explained the
proposed tree removal, relocation and replacement.
The Council discussed the proposed project with the developer and staff. Their questions
included: trees to be removed, construction management, private streets and materials
proposed to be used for the project.
No one appeared to make public comment.
Member Swenson made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Member
Hulbert.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica,Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
Member Swenson introduced Resolution No. 2006-87 approving the Preliminary Plat of
Hills of Braemar and approving the Final Development Plan for Hills of Braemar
including all findings of the Planning Commission and adding the condition that the
project be built according to plans and specifications presented at the September 19, 2006,
Council meeting. Member Hulbert seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
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CONCERN OF RESIDENTS Lois Stevens, P.O. Box 24546, said she had mailed a Certified
Letter to the Council dated August 21, 2006, and said she was awaiting a response. Mr.
Hughes elaborated that the letter was received and was referred to the Police Department.
He said she could expect a reply from the Police Department.
Addie Fitzsimmons, 5025 Yvonne Terrace, reminded the Council that previously, she had
encouraged more controls on contractors and development in Edina. She voiced concern with
disruption again of her neighborhood with a remodeler's showcase that was planned in the
near future. Mayor Hovland noted that the Police would be aware of the showcase and
handle any situation that may occur.
FIRST READING GRANTED FOR ORDINANCE NO. 2006-7 - AMENDING SECTION
120.01 COUNCIL MEMBER SALARIES Manager Hughes reminded the Council that a
report had been placed in the September 5, 2006, Council packet from a resident committee
concerning salaries for the Mayor and Council. The Council directed staff to prepare an
Ordinance for the purpose of implementing the Committee's recommendation effective
January 1, 2007. Mr. Hughes said he prepared an Ordinance stating the salary for the Mayor
at $10,000 annually and Council Members at $7,500 annually.
Following a brief presentation by resident committee members Eileen Supple, 7332 West
Shore Drive, and Bernie Beaver, 6225 Fox Meadow Lane, Member Swenson made a motion
granting First Reading of Ordinance No. 2006-7, Amending Section 120.01 Council
Member Salaries and direct language be crafted and included in the Ordinance to revisit
the issue every two years and to include a CPI escalator. Member Masica seconded the
motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Nays: Housh, Hulbert
Motion carried.
BIDS REJECTED FOR CITY FACILITY REFUSE/RECYCLING CONTRACT Member
Masica asked that the rejection of the refuse/recycling contract bids for City facilities be
removed from the consent agenda for further information. Mr. Hughes said the bid form
contains a monthly total and an annual total. Bidders calculated their bids in different
methods as well as instructions for bidders were not clearly defined.
Member Masica made a Motion approving the rejection of bids for the refuse/recycling
contracts for City facilities and to rebid the contract. Member Swenson seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
*EMERGENCY REPAIR -WELL #8 - 6600 RIDGEVIEW DRIVE Motion made by Member
Swenson and seconded by Member Hulbert approving the emergency repair of well #8,
6600 Ridgeview Drive, to sole bidder Keys Well Drilling Company at $49,680.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2006-86 - ACCEPTING VARIOUS DONATIONS Mayor Hovland
explained in order to comply with State Statutes, all donations to the City must be adopted
by Resolution and approved by four favorable votes of the Council accepting the donations.
Member Masica introduced Resolution No. 2006-86 accepting various donations and
moved its adoption. Member Swenson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
BOARD OF APPEALS AND EQUALIZATION REPORT PRESENTED Assessor Wilson
indicated that historically, the Council has served as the local Board of Appeal and
Equalization. In an effort to improve the appeals process for both property owners and
Council Members, staff recommended appointment of a Special Board of Appeal and
Equalization consisting of citizen volunteers active and knowledgeable in the real estate
market.
Following a discussion, staff was directed to draft an ordinance establishing a Special Board
consisting of five volunteer members serving one year with a nine year term limit. The
Council would consider the draft ordinance at an upcoming meeting.
No formal Council action was taken.
REPORT ON INTERLACHEN BOULEVARDf BLAKE ROAD BIKE LANES PRESENTED
Engineer Houle gave a project update on the Interlachen Boulevard/Blake Road Pathway
Project. He reminded the Council that staff submitted a feasibility study to the Metropolitan
Council for their review. The Committee that had previously ranked the proposed project
reviewed the current request and felt the scope change was too large from the original
funding request. Mr. Houle said three options remain with the project:
A. Bike lanes and sidewalk
1. Use Municipal State Aid Funding
2. Hold future Public Hearing
3. Require formal action of Council to revert Federal Funds
4. Project cost- $1,067,500
5. Construct within five years
B. Proceed with original project
1. Create enhanced landscape plan for corridor
2. Hold future Public Hearing
3. Project Cost- $1,898,600
4. City of Edina cost-$380,000-$500,000
5. Construct summer 2007/2008
C. Do nothing
1. Require formal action from Council to revert Federal Funds
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Mike Turner, Engineer with SRF Consulting Group, Inc., presented the Feasibility Study for
Interlachen Boulevard and Blake Road On-Road Bikeway/Parallel Sidewalk for the City of
Edina.
Bernie Beaver, 6225 Fox Meadow Lane, a member of the bike task force, said he lives near the
intersection of Interlachen/Blake. He stated when the roadway was paved, a safety concern
was created making it impossible to use the shoulder and he suggested repairing the area.
Following a Council discussion, no formal action was taken and the issue would be back on
the Agenda October 3, 2006, for further consideration.
*RESOLUTION NO. 2006-87 SETTING HEARING DATE OF NOVEMBER 7 2006 FOR
PUBLIC WORKS IMPROVEMENT PROTECTS Motion made by Member Swenson and
seconded by Member Hulbert approving Resolution No. 2006-87 setting hearing date of
November 7, 2006, as hearing for public works improvement projects as presented.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*TRAFFIC SAFETY STAFF REVIEW FROM SEPTEMBER 5 2006 APPROVED Motion
made by Member Swenson and seconded by Member Hulbert approving the Traffic
Safety Staff Review from September 5, 2006, Section A:
1. Place "NO PARKING ANYTIME' restrictions on the west side of York Terrace and
that "NO PARKING 8 AM TO 5 PM MONDAY - FRIDAY" restrictions be placed
on the east side. Further, staff recommends that "NO PARKING ANYTIME" signs
be placed on both sides of 74th Street and 75th Street; and
2. Place "NO PARKING ANYTIME" signs on the north side of South View Lane from
Concord Avenue to Sherwood Avenue and "NO PARKING EXCEPT 8 AM TO 2
PM 2 HOUR LIMIT" be placed from Sherwood Avenue to Normandale Road; and
3. Install "NO PARKING ANYTIME" signs should be posted on the east side of
Sherwood Rod from Edenmoor Street north to Pinewood Trail and that the "NO
PARKING ANYTIME" restrictions adjacent to Sherwood Park be replaced with
"TWO HOUR PARKING"; and
Section B and C.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*CONFIRMATION OF CLAIMS PAID Member Swenson made a motion and Member
Hulbert seconded the motion approving payment of the following claims as shown in
detail on the Check Register dated September 6, 2006, and consisting of 24 pages: General
Fund $84,499.70; Communications Fund $1,139.62; Working Capital Fund $27,746.93;
Construction Fund $1,340.93; Art Center Fund $140.11; Golf Dome Fund $233.92; Aquatic
Center Fund $5,878.25; Golf Course Fund $5,176.53; Ice Arena Fund $215.24;
Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $6,631.43; Liquor Fund $104,975.48; Utility Fund
$50,895.82; Storm Sewer Fund $862.80; Recycling Fund $154.90; PSTF Agency Fund
$2,794.31; TOTAL $292,685.97; and for approval of payment of claims dated September 13,
2006, and consisting of 27 pages: General Fund $134,702.04; Communications Fund
$16,059.30; Working Capital Fund $208,386.56; Art Center Fund $258.22; Aquatic Center
Fund $48.40; Golf Course Fund $29,461.21; Ice Arena Fund $28,432.31;
Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $2,097.25; Liquor Fund $176,613.36; Utility Fund
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$419,446.93; Storm Sewer Fund $8,702.25; Recycling Fund $33,958.00; PSTF Fund $704.26;
TOTAL $1,058,870.09.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*PETITION RECEIVED REQUESTING STREET LIGHTING IN THE ALLEY BETWEEN
56TH/57TH AVENUE SOUTH AND YORK/XERXES AVENUES Motion made by Member
Swenson and seconded by Member Hulbert receiving a petition requesting street lighting
in the alley between 561h /571h Avenue South and York/Xerxes Avenues and to refer the
petition to the Engineering Department for processing as to feasibility.
Motion carried on rollcall vote-five ayes.
APPROVAL OF MATCHING FUNDS FOR MAYOR'S ATTENDANCE AT 2006
INTERCITY LEADERSHIP VISIT CONFERENCE - OCTOBER 15 - 17 Mr. Hughes
reminded the Council that in accordance with State Law, a policy was established on out of
town travel. He indicated that a formal vote must be taken by the Council on Mayor Hovland
attending the Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce sponsored 2006 Intercity Leadership Visit
Conference in San Diego, California on October 15 - 17. The I-494 Corridor Commission has
given approximately $1,000 towards the reservation at the Conference. Following a brief
Council discussion, Member Housh made a motion recommending the City of Edina match
funds with funds provided by the I-494 Corridor Commission for Mayor Hovland to
attend the October 15 - 17, 2006, Intercity Leadership Visit Conference. Member Masica
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Housh, Hulbert, Masica, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
CITY PLANNER HIRED Mr. Hughes informed the Council that Cary Teague from the City
of Minnetonka has been hired to fill the vacant position as City Planner. Mr. Teague will
begin work on October 2, 2006.
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Hovland declared the
meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
OC-ity Clerk
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