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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-03-21 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL MARCH 21, 2017 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. 11. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, and Mayor Hovland. 111. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED Member Stewart made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the meeting agenda as presented. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT Floyd Grabiel, 7510 Cahill Road, commented on a recent search warrant concern and referred to his letter to the Council and in the Star Tribune and concerns about violations against the First and Fourth Amendment. William Rogers, attorney, requested that Item V.F., Resolution 2017-29, Supporting Condominium, Townhouse and Cooperative Construction, be removed from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. Mayor Hovland explained this item had not been scheduled for a public hearing and public testimony would not be taken. Liz Keller, 5107 West 44,h Street, commented that while no parking on West 44th Street was necessary, the lack of exceptions for unique circumstances restricts use, enjoyment, and accessibility to their homes. James Welna, 5139 West 44th Street, shared his letter with Transportation Planner, Mark Nolan regarding no parking restrictions on West 44th Street. Barbara LaValleur, 7621 Edinbourgh Way, Unit 21 10, requested the ability to comment on a Council item and submitted her written comments with staff. Lisa Williams, Bespoke Hair Artisans, 3918 West 49th 1/2 Street, requested the ability to comment on the proposed name change of W. 49'/2 Street to Market Street. Mayor Hovland explained that comments could be shared later during the public hearing. V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS AMENDED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Staunton, approving the consent agenda as revised to remove Item V.F., Resolution No. 2017-29; Supporting Condominium, Townhouse and Cooperative Construction, as follows: V.A. Approve minutes of March 7, 2017, work session and March 7, 2017, regular meeting minutes V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown in detail on pre-list dated March 2, 2017, and consisting of 27 pages; General Fund $94,498.1; Police Special Revenue $571.23; Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $25.00; Arts and Culture Fund $17.66; City Hall Debt Service $3,000.00; Working Capital Fund $3,476.90; Equipment Replacement Fund $12,471.28; Art Center Fund $1,033.94; Golf Dome Fund $7,998.44; Aquatic Center Fund $3,031.00; Golf Course Fund $8,568.63; Ice Arena Fund $13,334.39; Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 21, 2017 Sports Dome Fund 236.51; Edinborough Park Fund $4,233.81; Centennial Lakes Park Fund $49.86; Liquor Fund $180,555.03; Utility Fund $18,225.42; Storm Sewer Fund $688.56; Risk Mgmt ISF $122.40; PSTF Agency Fund $4,911.49; MN Task Force I Fund $15 I.20; Centennial TIF District $$50,000.00; Payroll Fund $13,989.54; TOTAL $421.190.41; pre-list dated March 9, 2017 consisting of 30 pages; General Fund $299,501.21; Police Special Revenue $1,433.45; Working Capital Fund $8,298.00; Equipment Replacement Fund $114,787.44; Art Center Fund $2,114.00; Golf Dome Fund $40.47; Aquatic Center Fund $9,030.73; Golf Course Fund $6,823.74; Ice Arena Fund $22,376.09; Sports Dome Fund $8,844.45; Edinborough Park Fund $15,231.08; Centennial Lakes Park Fund $818.18; Liquor Fund $121,922.93; Utility Fund $49,365.18; Storm Sewer Fund $14,629.50; Risk Mgmt ISF $149,661.14; PSTF Agency Fund $6,663.18; Centennial TIF District $30.78; Payroll Fund $3,793.00; TOTAL $835,364.55; and credit card transactions dated December 27, 2016 —January 25, 2017 consisting of 14 pages; TOTAL $43,866.78. V.C. Approve Cooperative Agreement with Metropolitan Council for Upgrading Council Meter M 129 V.D. Approve Request for Purchase: Police Uniform Bid; Galls/Uniforms Unlimited $1,071.00 V.E. Approve New On-Sale Wine and Beer Licenses; BLC-Edina Park Plaza, LLC DBA Brookdale Edina V.F. Resolution 20'7 29., Supporting Condominium, Townhouse and Geoperati Construction V.G. Approve Storm Water Maintenance Agreement with Nine Mile Creek Watershed District V.H. Approve Request for Purchase: Contract 17-5 — Birchcrest A and Countryside B Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction; Palda & Sons, Inc. $5,455,714.27 V.I. Approve Amendment to Agreement with Three Rivers Park District V.J. Approve Cooperative Agreement with City of Minneapolis for Chowen Park D (W. S4th Street) Reconstruction V.K. Approve Traffic Safety Report of February 1, 2017 V.L. Appoint Parks and Recreation Commission School District Member; Val Burke with term to expire March 1, 2018. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA V.F. RESOLUTION 2017-29: SUPPORTING CONDOMINIUM, TOWNHOUSE AND COOPERATIVE CONSTRUCTION —ADOPTED The Council explained reasons for the proposed legislation to support the development of condominiums, townhomes, and cooperatives by reducing the risl< of unwarranted litigation. The Council stated they were supportive of better language to balance this issue and not remove the opportunity for homeowners to protect themselves in the event of abuse by an association. Council shared resident concerns on why only apartments were constructed in the City and said this was one response of a complex issue that resulted in a gap in housing options. Member Fischer confirmed with the City Attorney that he had no legal conflict based on his outside employment. Member Brindle introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2017-29 supporting condominium, townhouse and cooperative construction. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Hovland Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 21. 2017 Nays: Staunton, Stewart Motion carried. VI. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS VI.A. MIKE FREEMAN, HENNEPIN COUNTY ATTORNEY UPDATE—PRESENTED Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman updated the Council on the latest crime statistics for Edina and thanked the Council for their support of the Police Department. He said crime in Edina was fairly consistent with only one murder charge in six years. He commented on the cooperation with police, Council, and citizens as the reason for the low crime rate in Edina and the 92% prosecution rate. Mr. Freeman commented on drug sentences and reduced penalties for drug users/abusers with increased penalties for dealers. He commented on specialty courts such as veterans' court and the importance of accountability and transparency. The Council commented on mental health court and complimented Mr. Freeman and his team for their work on a recent case from Edina. Mr. Freeman commented on the lack of facilities to treat people with mental health issues and that jails were typically the only place available. He commented on re- incarceration of sexual offenders with no placement for them after release and shared that 60% of crime occurs under the influence and commented on the importance of treatment before or during incarceration. VI.B. ARBOR DAY 2017— PROCLAIMED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, to proclaim April 28, 2017, as Arbor Day in Edina. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Forester Luther Overholt accepted the Proclamation and shared the Arbor Day celebration would be held on Friday, April 28, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Sherwood Park and include replacement of four Emerald Ash trees as a step to address the approaching concern of Emerald Ash Borer. The Council recognized students from Valley View Middle School for their attendance. VI.C. 2016 PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLIST SAFETY FUND SUMMARY—PRESENTED Transportation Planner Mark Nolan summarized how the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund was budgeted and utilized in 2016 and said a similar report would be presented annually to the Council each spring to summarize the previous year's PACS Fund. Mr. Nolan gave a brief presentation of 2016 PACS Fund projects and updated the Council on proposed 2017 and 2018 projects funded by the PACS Fund. Engineer Chad Millner noted that because of this fund, the City received $350,000 in grant funds to construct sidewalks. He complimented Mr. Nolan on his grant writing ability. Manager Scott Neal said Edina had a very aggressive sidewalk construction program and the PACS fund provided some great benefits. VI.D. SPEAK UP, EDINA!: 49%2 STREET REDEVELOPMENT—PRESENTED Senior Communications Coordinator Kaylin Eidsness outlined the public engagement process used to gather information on the 49'/2 Street redevelopment. Ms. Eidsness presented a summary of comments, requests, and suggestions received and shared the next Speak Up, Edina topic would be technology in public places VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 21, 2017 VII.A. RESOLUTION 2017-30, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR DORAN PROPERTIES AT 3200 SOUTHDALE CIRCLE—ADOPTED Community Development Director Presentation Community Development Director Cary Teague stated Doran Properties was requesting to combine and plat the three properties that make up the Gateway Pointe multi-family residential housing proposal at 3200 Southdale Circle. Proponent Presentation None. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:16 p.m. Public Testimony No one appeared to comment. Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Member Brindle introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2017-30 approving a preliminary and final plat at 3200 Southdale Circle. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VII.B. PROPOSAL TO CHANGE THE NAME OF W. 49 %2 STREET TO MARKET STREET — SUPPORTED City Manager Presentation Mr. Neal stated a public hearing is required on the proposed name change of W. 49'/2 Street to Market Street. He shared history on why the name was changed in 1951, which included the rationale that there was no market on the street, confusion with Marquette Avenue, and no direction. He said the proposal to change the name back to Market Street was proposed in January based on future significant anticipated redevelopment. Mr. Neal explained that in order to change the name of a street, the City must notify property owners with addresses that would be subject to the proposed change and hold a public hearing. Following the public hearing, the Council could change the name of the street by adopting an ordinance at a future meeting. The Council confirmed that 15 business owners were noticed for this public hearing as well as tenants. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Public Testimony Lisa Williams, Bespoke Hair Artisans, addressed the Council. Jim Stromberg, 3930 W. 49'/2 Street, addressed the Council. Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Mr. Neal said if there is Council support for the name change, an ordinance amendment would be scheduled for introduction at the April 4, 2017, Council meeting. He said if approved, the United States Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 21. 2017 Post Office would be notified of the proposed change and dual names would be used for a time. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to support a name change from W. 49%2 Street to Market Street. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Vlll. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS — (Favorable vote of majority of Council Members present to approve except where noted). VIII.A. RESOLUTION 2017-17—ACCEPTING VARIOUS GRANTS AND DONATIONS—ADOPTED Mayor Hovland explained that 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 Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-17 accepting various grants and donations. Member Brindle seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.B. T.H. 169 DETOUR UPDATE —PRESENTED Mr. Millner shared an update on T.H. 169 and stated that based on results, he recommended the City continue with the closure. He said that due to people moving the current signage and barrels, he would contact Mn/DOT to install concrete barriers to deter people from driving on the sidewalks and boulevard. The Council inquired if there have been adverse effects on other roads. Mr. Millner advised the queues were a little longer on Interlachen and Blake but recommended the closure as proposed and that staff continue to monitor. The Council suggested use of the mobile surveillance unit, if needed, and confirmed the school bus routes have adjusted accordingly. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS IXA. CORRESPONDENCE Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence. IXB. MINUTES 1. ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, FEBRUARY 9, 2017 2. EDINA TRANSPORTAITON COMMISSION,JANUARY 19, 2017 3. PARKS& RECREATION COMMISSION, FEBRUARY 14, 2017 Informational; no action required. X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE— Received XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received XI.A. SUMMARY OF CITY MANAGER PERFORMANCE REVIEW— Received XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS— Received XIII. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF MARCH 21, 2017— Received XIII. ADJOURNMENT Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. in order to reconvene the work session for the City Manager performance review. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 21, 2017 C� Respectfully submitted, FZINOL M an Ti Deputy City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, April 4, 2017. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the March 21, 2017, meeting available. Page 6