HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-07-18 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT CITY HALL
JULY 18, 2017
7:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
II. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, and Mayor Hovland.
III. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED
Manager Neal requested the Council include one additional item on the agenda. Member Stewart
made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the meeting agenda as amended,
adding Item VIIID. Senior Center and Library Parking Lot.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT
Dr. Stan Davis, 5509 Woodcrest Drive, shared a video of Arden Park outlining the desire to preserve the
waterfall.
Lori Grotz, 5513 Park Place, shared concerns on the need to remove 90 trees as part of the Arden Park
project and suggested erosion control as an alternative way to address stagnant water in the park.
V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS REVISED
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, approving the consent
agenda as revised to remove Item V.H. Request for Purchase: Contract ENG 17-11 2017
Sealcoating Improvements as follows:
V.A. Approve minutes of June 20, 2017, Work Session meeting, June 20, 2017 Regular City
Council meeting, and June 27, 2017 Special City Council meeting
V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown in detail on pre-list dated June IS,
2017, and consisting of 31 pages: General Fund $163,513.69, Pedestrian and Cyclist
Safety $1,529.05, Arts and Culture Fund $3,500.00, Conservation and Sustainability
$9.63, PIR Debt Service Fund $927.66, Working Capital Fund $9,288.24, PIR
Construction Fund, $2,730.00, Equipment Replacement Fund $100,655.80, Art Center
Fund $2,745.40, Golf Dome Fund $41.30, Aquatic Center Fund $1,983.49, Golf Course
Fund $44,758.76, Ice Arena Fund $15,780.48, Sports Dome Fund $216.00,
Edinborough Park Fund $440.00, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $6,263,22, Liquor Fund
$188,253.30, Utility Fund $477,053.83, Storm Sewer Fund $2,484.00, Recycling Fund
$38,181.96, Risk Mgmt ISF $13,427.11, PSTF Agency Fund $24,275.80, MN Task Force
I Fund $34,121.68, Centennial TIF District $9,050.00: Total $1,141,230.40; Pre-List
Dated June 22, 2017 consisting of 39 pages: General Fund $146,868.60, Police Special
Revenue $1,455.81, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $9,153.20, Arts and Culture Fund
$1,934.57, Working Capital Fund $6,710.99, PIR Construction Fund $3,101.75, Art
Center Fund $7,959.12, Golf Dome Fund $443.00, Aquatic Center Fund 95,942.83,
Golf Course Fund $15,685.20, Ice Arena Fund $7,046.25, Sports Dome Fund $266.74,
Edinborough Park Fund $22,275.49, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $7,781.72, Liquor
Fund $211,594.03, Utility Fund $77,216.28, Storm Sewer Fund $7,597.08, PSTF
Agency Fund $4,978.46, MN Task Force I Fund $172,713.09, Centennial TIF District
$2,856.66, Grandview TIF District $7,728.09, Southdale 2 District $1,192.00: Total
$822,500.96; and pre-list dated June 29, 2017, and consisting of 38 pages: General
Page 1
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
Fund $160,607.23, Police Special Revenue $378.00, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
$576,158.20, Working Capital Fund $24,420.15, PIR Construction Fund $183,976.45,
Equipment Replacement Fund $109,326.04, Art Center Fund $11,065.63, Aquatic
Center Fund $1 12.82, Golf Course Fund $10,480.38, Ice Arena Fund $4,895.29, Sports
Dome Fund $756.00, Edinborough Park Fund $132.75, Centennial Lakes Park Fund
$14,578.67, Liquor Fund $279,028.64, Utility Fund $756,845.38, Storm Sewer Fund
$150,066.49, Risk Mgmt ISF $308,085.08, PSTF Agency Fund $530.94, MN Task Force
Fund $39,980.78, Centennial TIF District$ 6,711.50, Southdale 2 District $35.00,
66th West Housing TIF District $275,000.00, Payroll Fund $9,380.10, $2,922,551.52
V.C. Request for Purchase: Normandale Park Tennis Court, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, Bituminous Roadways, Inc. $38,000.00
V.D. Request for Purchase: Todd Park Tennis Court, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, Bituminous Roadways, Inc. $38,000.00
V.E. Request for Purchase: Main Park Entrance Signs, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, Geograph Industries Inc. $221,022
V.F. Request for Purchase: Strachauer Park Basketball Court, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, Bituminous Roadways, Inc. $25,400.00
V.G. Request for Purchase: Authorize Professional Services for the Valley View Road
Sidewalk from Mark Terrace Drive to Gleason Road, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, WSB & Associates, Inc. $41,094.00
V.H. Request for Purchase., Contract ENG 17 11 2017 Sealceating ,
awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Allied Blacktop Compan
$188,574.20
V.1. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,
Contract ENG 17-14NB 2017 Storm Sewer Repairs (Gleason Road and Creek View
Lane), Allied Blacktop Company $188,574.20
V.J. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,
Contract ENG 17-10 Oaklawn Avenue Sidewalk, Concrete Idea, Inc. $216,842.00
V.K. Approve Change Order: Contract 16-12 Concrete Pavement Repairs (Vernon
Avenue and W. 50th Street)
V.L. Adopt Resolution 2017-69 Abating a Special Assessment
V.M. Approve Traffic Safety Report of June 7, 2017
V.N. Approve New Wine and 3.2 On-Sale Liquor Licenses to Blazing Wings, Inc. for B-
Dubs Express, 7529 France Avenue
V.O. Authorizing Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota — Minnesota
Financial Crimes Task Force
V.P. Approve Temporary Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License
V.Q. Approve Amendment to Agreement between the City of Edina and the City of
Richfield for Dispatch Services
V.R. Adopt Resolution 2017-176: Amending the 2017 Budget to Transfer 2016 General
Fund Unassigned Fund Balance
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
V.H. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE: CONTRACT ENG 17-11 2017 SEALCOATING
IMPROVEMENTS, AWARDING THE BID TO THE RECOMMENDED LOW BIDDER,
ALLIED BLACKTOP COMPANY$188,574.20—APPROVED
The Council requested staff comment on the sealcoating plan to ensure proper street depths and
maintenance. Engineer Millner shared the prescribed street maintenance timeline and life expectancy of
pavement which could decrease from 50 years to 30 years when not followed. Mr. Neal commented on
Page 2
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18. 2017
the importance of timing and early sealcoating allowing for the best outcome for a street. The Council
confirmed that assessments only occur with full street reconstruction. Member Staunton made a
motion, seconded by Member Fischer, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,
Allied Blacktop Company $188,574.20.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VI. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
VI.A. EDINA ROBOTIC FIRST TEAM 1816: THE GREEN MACHINE PRESENTATION —
PRESENTED
Harini Josyer, Morjan Sheehy and Kurt Harmening, Edina's Robotics FIRST Team 1816, presented the
team's annual STEM report and shared experiences from the World Championships in St. Louis with their
Green Machine robot. The audience offered a round of applause.
VI.B. SPEAK UP, EDINA: FOOD TRUCKS— PRESENTED
Senior Communications Coordinator Kaylin Eidsness outlined the public engagement process used to
gather information on food trucks. Ms. Eidsness presented a summary of comments, requests, and
suggestions received and shared the next Speak Up, Edina topic would be street repairs.
The Council commented on the level of enthusiasm from those who commented on this topic and the
positivity of the conversation compared to similar discussions in 2014.
VI.C. 2017 QUALITY OF LIFE SURVEY—PRESENTED
Mr. Neal introduced Demema Mann of Natural Research Center (NRC) who outlined the 2017 Quality of
Life Survey. Ms. Mann shared how the Survey provided residents the opportunity to rate the quality of life
in the City of Edina as well as the quality of service delivery and overall workings of local government. The
survey also permitted residents to share their priorities for community planning and resource allocation.
The Council commented on information received from the survey and the Council's reliance on targeted
decisions, resident biases toward change, and ways to alleviate concerns surrounding affordability in
housing. The Council noted the overall results were among the highest in the entire NRC database and
no category scored below the national benchmark. Mr. Neal and his team were complimented on that
achievement.
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD —Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file.
VII.A. PETITION TO CHANGE STREET NAMES—APPROVED
Mr. Millner stated a petition was received from residents in the neighborhood just south of the two streets
that requested name changes because GPS directed drivers to Link Road but this road was not signed with
a street sign name. Historical data showed this road was originally constructed as a 'link road' between
Eden Avenue and Vernon Avenue when the Grandview Square area was developed and unofficially had
become known as Link Road and the request was to change the name to Eden Avenue.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m.
Public Testimony
Bruce Kieffer, 5404 Edenmoor Street and petitioner, addressed the Council.
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to close the public hearing.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Steward, Hovland.
Motion carried.
Page 3
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
Member Fischer made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting
Ordinance No. 2017-07 to change the street named Link Road between Eden Avenue and
Vernon Avenue to Eden Avenue. Member Stewart seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Member Brindle made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting
Ordinance No. 2017-08 to change the street named Eden Avenue beginning northeasterly of
5209 Vernon Avenue and traversing southwesterly to Sherwood Road. Member Fischer
seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VII.B. RESOLUTION NOS. 2017-71 AND 2017-72; SITE PLAN REVIEW WITH PARKING
VARIANCE AND SUBDIVISION — RH, NE CORNER OF FRANCE AVENUE AND 69TH
STREET—ADOPTED
Community Development Director Teague Presentation
Community Development Director Teague stated the proponent was requesting a site plan review and
preliminary plat to construct a 3-4 story 58,188 square-foot Restoration Hardware furniture store at the
northeast corner of France Avenue and 69th Street, underneath the water tower at Southdale. He said the
store would include furniture sales, a rooftop showroom, a cafe/restaurant, outdoor courtyards and
garden terraces. He outlined the store's two main entrances, valet parking services to reduce site parking.
The Council commented on the code-compliant site plan that met all minimum zoning standards with
setbacks, height, and building standards except for the number of parking spaces.
Proponent Presentation
Stewart Wagner, Restoration Hardware, shared their background, outlined the proposal, and commented
on site location, shared elevations, and the need for a parking space variance. He outlined revisions made
from the sketch plan that reduced the proposed wall from eight feet to six feet, enhanced architecture,
reduced surface parking, trees, and public space and seating along 69th Avenue and France Avenue.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:16 p.m.
Public Testimony
No one appeared.
Member Stewart made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to close the public hearing.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Steward, Hovland.
Motion carried.
The Council inquired about the parking variance, number of stalls, and the 6,026 stalls for the entire
Southdale site. Mr. Teague referred to shared parking and valet parking and the cross-easement condition
with separate ownership and said that was an appropriate condition.
The Council thanked staff for the greenery around the existing water tower but noted that sufficient
improvements were not included from sketch plan review, such as connections to the neighborhood, the
degree of cant to the street, and the potential for problems in the future. The Council indicated that
overall it was a good project but shared frustration with how development had occurred one corner at a
time instead of through an overall plan. The Council commented on the ring road and the desire for
Page 4
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18. 2017
Simon to have a partnership in planning instead of piecemeal and also on pedestrian movement and the
crosswalk plan across the ring road. Mr. Wagner commented on the use of valet parking to address
pedestrian movement concerns and said they hoped to have building permits soon for groundbreaking
later this fall for opening late 2018.
Member Fischer introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-71 approving, a site
plan with variances at 10 Southdale Center to build a 58,000 square foot RH Furniture Store
and Restaurant subject to the following conditions:
1. Subject to staff approval, the site plan must be developed and maintained in substantial
conformance with the following plans, unless modified by the conditions below:
• Site plan date stamped May 22, 2017.
• Grading plan date stamped May 22, 2017.
• Landscaping plan date stamped May 22, 2017.
• Building elevations date stamped May 22, 2017.
• Building materials board as presented at the Planning Commission and
City Council meeting.
2. Prior to issuance of a building permit, a final landscape plan must be submitted, subject
to staff approval. Landscape plan must meet all minimum Zoning Ordinance
requirements. Additionally, a performance bond, letter-of-credit, or cash deposit must
be submitted for one and one-half times the cost amount for completing the required
landscaping, screening, or erosion control measures.
3. The property owner is responsible for replacing any required landscaping that dies.
4. Submit a copy of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District permit. The City may require
revisions to the approved plans to meet the district's requirements.
S. Compliance with the conditions required by the city engineer in his memo dated June 19,
2017.
6. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the fire marshal at the time of
building permit.
7. Bike racks must be provided to meet minimum Zoning Ordinance requirements.
8. A cross access and shared parking arrangement must be established between the
proposed new lot and the Southdale property.
9. The sidewalk on 69th Street shall be sized to match the existing sidewalk.
Member Brindle seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-72 approving a
subdivision at 10 Southdale Center to build an RH Furniture Store and restaurant subject to
the following condition:
1. Park Dedication fee of$14,200 will be required at the time of building permit.
Member Brindle seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried
VII.C. ORDINANCE NO. 2017-09, RESOLUTION NO. 2017-73, RESOLUTION NO. 2017-74;
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONING — 5150 AND 5220 EDEN
AVENUE FOR TRAMMELL CROW COMPANY — ORDINANCE NO. 2017-09 ZONING
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT — GRANTED FIRST READING AND RESOLUTION NOS.
2017-73 AND 2017-74 ADOPTED
Community Development Director Teague Presentation
Page 5
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
Mr. Teague stated Trammel Crowe Company was proposing to redevelop the existing Edina School's bus
garage located at 5150 and 5220 Eden Avenue for a 6-story 165-unit senior housing development with a
214-stall underground parking facility. He outlined proposed resident amenities, affordable housing
component, and that the existing bus garage operation would move into the City's Industrial Park west of
Highway 100 and north of 1-494.
The Council asked questions regarding additional entrances for units on the west and north sides and
width of the pathway from the edge of the building to the property. The Council inquired about daytime
net traffic volumes from buses and the lack of discounts of removal of traffic from the current site. Mr.
Teague responded to Council inquiries that 45 feet from the north to the edge of Jerry's site was sufficient
for a roadway. He said the grading on Jerry's site allowed for no steps and the public use of the trail and
sidewalk in the easement agreement was included to accommodate roadway uses in the future. He noted
warrants were met to include flashing for a crosswalk.
Proponent Presentation
Bryant Fitzig, Trammel Crowe Company, and Gretchen Camp, ESG Architects introduced their team and
reviewed challenges of the site that included the railroad right-of-way, parking ramp, embankment and the
existing retaining wall, extreme grade changes, varied parking and accessibility for pedestrians but that this
would be the first housing project in the Grandview District.
Aaron Roseth ESG Architects, outlined the Grandview District Master Plan with regard to compliance,
design, and plantings. He said they pulled back the entire building to maintain active use along Eden
Avenue, included sidewalks without steps, and provided relief through materials on the building fagade and
sidewalk along Eden Avenue. He also commented on the importance of sustainable design.
The Council inquired about parking assignments, balconies, grading and steps for walkouts versus walkups,
composition of the green roof and if solar would provide enough power for the building. The Council
complimented the proponent on completing the sustainability questionnaire and inquired if traffic study
recommendations would be included in the Grandview Area guidelines to assist the City with pedestrian
movements from Grandview Square.
Mr. Roseth answered inquiries from the Council that property owners of Jerry's were open to future
changes of one pathway versus two. He said the roof would include sedum plants, which would change
color with roof tops of either white or another color for long-term durability. He said a portion of the
building could be powered through solar, such as the public and common areas, and outlined the
pedestrian crosswalk along Eden to the walk-up western side. Mr. Roseth commented on the park-like
setting and grades tamed enough without large retaining wall or steps. Mr. Millner noted the need for
flashers to help make the intersection safer with future improvements as the area develops.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 9:28 p.m.
Public Testimony
Jan Del Calzo, 5225 Grandview Square, #112, addressed the Council.
Mary Jane Houlihan. 6501 Gleason Court, addressed the Council.
Dave Zens, 5275 Grandview Square, #3306, addressed the Council.
Carolyn Young. 5275 Grandview Square,#3210, addressed the Council.
Margo Bauck. Edina Public School District, addressed the Council.
Page 6
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
Brian Pankratz, 5429 Brookview Avenue, addressed the Council.
Rubyanna Pollok. 5225 Grandview Square, #102, addressed the Council.
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to close the public hearing.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Steward, Hovland.
Motion carried.
Mr. Teague referred to the challenge of timing and funding as this was a state-aid roadway and it was the
Grandview Transportation Study and long-term plan to straighten out Eden Avenue, noting raised
crosswalks were not a current standard. The Council referred to the TIF district, grading, and the
importance of easements and sidewalk dedication outlined in agreements with the property owners of
Jerry's as conditions of preliminary approval. The Council said they were pleased with efforts to engage
the street on a difficult site and thanked the residents of Grandview for their positive comments.
Member Brindle made a motion to grant First Reading to Ordinance No. 2017-09, amending
the zoning ordinance to establish the PUD-13, Planned Unit Development-13 zoning district,
subject to the following condition:
1. Approval by the Metropolitan Council.
Member Fischer seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-73 approving a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding density in the MXC, Mixed Use Center District.
Member Fischer seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried
Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-74 approving
preliminary rezoning from PID, Planned Industrial District to PUD-12, Planned Unit
Development-13, including preliminary development plan for Trammell Crowe Companies,
subject to the following conditions:
I. The Final Development Plans must be consistent with the Preliminary Development
Plans dated May 30, 2016, and the materials board as presented to the Planning
Commission.
2. The Final Landscape Plan must meet all minimum landscaping requirements per Chapter
36 of the Zoning Ordinance. A performance bond, letter-of-credit or cash deposit must
be submitted for one and one-half times the cost amount for completing the required
landscaping, screening or erosion control measures at the time of any building permit.
The property owner is responsible for replacing any required landscaping that dies after
the project is built.
3. Compliance with all of the conditions outlined in the city engineer's memo dated June 19,
2017.
4. Final Rezoning is subject to a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to establish the PUD-13
Zoning District.
S. Provision of code compliant bike racks near the building entrances.
6. Submit a copy of the Nine Mile Creek and/or Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
permit. The City may require revisions to the approved plans to meet the district's
requirements.
Page 7
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18 2017
7. A 30-foot easement along the north lot line shall be drafted by the city attorney to allow
the city to construct a driveway connection to the public parking ramp to the north. In
the interim the area shall be developed as green space and sidewalk per the proposed
plans to be accessed by the public. Any structure or mechanical equipment located in
the easement area would have to be relocated at the expense of the property owner
should the driveway be constructed.
8. Ten percent (10%) of the rentable area of the apartment units must be for affordable
housing for persons whose income is 50% or less of the area median gross income. The
affordable housing plan will remain for a minimum of 15 years from the certificate of
occupancy (or equal, including, temporary certificate of occupancy). A land use
restrictive covenant shall be placed on the property regarding the affordable housing
requirement.
9. A pedestrian crossing shall be added on Eden Avenue. Specifications and detail for the
crossing including a flashing signal are subject to review and approval of the city engineer.
10. Public access easement shall be established over the perimeter sidewalks
11. An encroachment agreement must be established with the adjacent property owner to
ensure the plans as proposed can be constructed.
12. The applicant shall pursue LEED certification for the building.
The Council referred to a date correction needed within the resolution to reflect July 18, 2017.
Member Stewart seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried
VII.D. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-75, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLAT, BARBARA SCHLAEFER,
5404 PARK PLACE—ADOPTED
Community Development Director Teague Presentation
Mr. Teague said the proponent was proposing to subdivide her property at 5404 Park Place into two lots
with the existing home and detached garage to be demolished and two new homes built on the new
parcels. He said the west lot would gain access off Brookview Avenue and utilize the existing driveway
while the new east lot would gain access of Park Place. He noted the driveway off of Brookview was
located over the adjacent property within an existing easement which would remain.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 10:25 p.m.
Public Testimony
Barbara Schlaefer, 5404 Park Place and proponent, addressed the Council.
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to close the public hearing.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Steward, Hovland.
Motion carried.
The Council commented on the slope and size of lots if subdivided and the effect on neighboring homes,
concerns about losing large trees, and the hope that it was controlled and the character of the
neighborhood. The Council confirmed the variances and easement only applied to the north lot.
Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-75 approving a
preliminary and final plat with variances at 5404 Park Place with the following conditions:
I. The City must approve the final plat within one year of preliminary plat approval or
receive a written application for a time extension or the preliminary plat will be void.
2. Prior to issuance of a building permit the following items must be submitted:
Page 8
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18. 2017
a. Submit evidence of Minnehaha Creek Watershed District approval. The city may
require revisions to the preliminary plat to meet the district's requirements.
b. A curb-cut permit must be obtained from the Edina engineering department.
c. A grading, drainage and erosion control plan subject to review and approval of the
city engineer. The proposed plans shall meet all conditions outlined in the
engineering memo dated June 17, 2017.
d. There shall be no increase in peak rate or volume to neighboring private property.
e. Any disturbance to the roadway caused by the construction of the new homes
must be repaired by replacing the asphalt pavement from curb-to-curb and from
saw-cut to saw-cut.
f. A construction management plan will be required for the construction of the new
homes.
g. Utility hook-ups are subject to review of the city engineer.
h. The southeast lot (Lot 3) must be accessed off Park Place; and not through the
easement on Lot 2.
Member Fischer seconded the motion.
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. FRED RICHARDS PARK MASTER PLAN— REVIEWED
Parks and Recreation Director Kattreh stated the Fred Richards Park Master Plan process had progressed
well and according to schedule. She outlined the community engagement log, online and open house
survey data, and final version of the master concept plan that reflected feedback from staff, the Parks &
Recreation Commission, City Council, and community. Ms. Kattreh reviewed the Vision Plan versus the
Master Plan, current athletic field needs, and reasons for proposed plan.
Terry Minarik and Brad Aldrich of Confluence, thanked the City for the positive work during the process
then reviewed the project timeline, community input that focused on nature, active moving
running/walking component, and a relaxing/passive park with gathering areas. He presented three concept
plans with major themes and reviewed the proposed nature bank, neighborhood park, great lawn, central
green with a boardwalk and pollinator garden, loop trail, clubhouse building, and parking.
The Council thanked everyone for their involvement in the plan and asked questions regarding the
inclusion of open water, how the loop system could irrigate the lawn, the potential for grants, and shared
concerns regarding lighting the great lawn and the need for berms and trees to shade homes from the
lights. The Council noted the need to determine the number of parking stalls on the adjacent commercial
site and establish an agreement for shared park access from 77,h Street. The Council commented on the
popularity of the park, increased access hours, program schedule, and frequency and intensity of use
concerns for neighbors. The Council referred to wetland banking and said they were pleased with the
plan, central lawn, proposed clubhouse, taproom, and suggested a playground area on the other side of the
pond. The Council shared comments on artificial lighting and turf, patterns of use management, the need
for good entrances, and better use of fields. The Council also commented on ecological irrigation, lighting
that offered flexibility, and cautioned on outlining uses and the loss of open play and a gathering spot
because of demand for scheduled sports activity. The Council suggested wiring only for lights at this time
and no parking on Kellogg Avenue,
Mr. Minarik responded to Council inquires that the proposed water feature would be 4-5 feet in depth,
storm water could be collected for irrigation and reuse on the site, directed lighting would include a glow,
and the preference for 250 shared stalls with a minimum of 100 stalls.
Page 9
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
Christina Smitten, Hillcrest, commented on the shared parking and said while timing was early they were
committed to shared parking and a good partner with the City.
Ms. Kattreh said staff would review all field schedules to balance the need for evening and weekend athletic
use between scheduled and open times. She noted work was dependent on The Link development and
wetland banking. Mr. Neal said staff requested a general sense that the Council approved the general
Master Plan in order to continue next steps. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by
Member Brindle, to approve the Fred Richards Park Final Master Concept Plan but defer
final field schedule and lighting until parking and access arrangements can be made with the
property owner to the south.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VIII.B. RESOLUTION 2017-70 ADOPTED - 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 Brindle introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2017-70 accepting
various grants and donations. Member Fischer seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VIII.C. 2017-2018 STUDENT COMMISSION—APPOINTED
The Council explained the City accepted applications for student commission seats in May and Member
Stewart and past Human Rights and Relations Commission member Jan Seidman held 50 interviews for the
vacancies. The Council thanked all students who applied. Member Stewart made a motion,
seconded by Member Fischer, to approve Student Commission appointments and alternates:
Arts & Culture Commission: Jane Howe, Brooke Sheehy, John Santrizo, alternate;
Community Health Commission: Om Jahagirdar, Marnie Pardo, Amy Wang, alternate;
Energy & Environment Commission: Gauri Madhok, Maddy Fernands, Lily Riha, alternate;
Heritage Preservation Commission: Mary-Kate Sipes, Gracia Seeley, Marit Lebakken,
alternate; Human Rights & Relations Commission: Prasoon Sinha, Saumya Mangalick, Alaina
Bohrer, alternate Shin Bee Waldron, alternate; Park Commission: Brendon Kiely, Ava
Schieffert, Lindsey McKhann, alternate; Planning Commission: Tanner Jones, Anand Mittal,
Izzy Valdivia, alternate; Transportation Commission: Jenny Ma, Tessa Yeager, Benno
Lijesen, alternate.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried
VIII.D. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE: REPAVE PARKING LOTS AND MISCELLANEOUS CURB
REPAIR AT SENIOR CENTER/LIBRARY SITE, AWARDING THE BID TO THE
RECOMMENDED LOW BIDDER, BITUMINOUS ROADWAYS, INC. $91,370.00 —
APPROVED
Mr. Neal explained the proposed paving and ADA improvements for both upper and lower parking lot
levels at the senior center and the desire to include in the queue with the Hennepin County library
improvement project to keep on track for the grand opening in late August. Member Staunton made a
motion, seconded by Member Stewart, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,
Bituminous Roadways, Inc., $91,370.00.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Page 10
Minutes/Edina City Council/July 18, 2017
IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE
Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence.
IX.B. MINUTES
1. ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION, MAY 25, 2017
2. EDINA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, MAY 18, 2017
3. HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION, MAY 23, 2017
4. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION,JUNE 13, 2017
5. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION,JUNE 13, 2017
Informational; no action required.
X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE — Received
XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS—Received
XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS—Received
XII.A. EDINA HOUSING FOUNDATION'S BOARD OF DIRECTOR — ANN SWENSON
APPOINTED
The City Manager informed the Council that Edina Housing Foundation Director Jack Rice would like to
retire but would serve until a replacement was found. Mr. Neal informed the Council that former Council
Member Ann Swenson was interested in serving on the Foundation Board of Directors but the
appointment would need to be made by the Edina HRA. The Council briefly discussed the issue and
directed staff to place an item on the next HRA Agenda to consider the replacement for Mr. Rice.
XIII. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF JULY 18, 2017— Received
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Hovland declared the meeting adjourned
at 12:40 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
De ngen, Cityerk
Minutes approved by Edina City Council, August 2, 2017.
Jame B. Hovland, Mayor
Video Copy of the July 18, 2017, meeting available.
Page I I