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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-06-05 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL JUNE 5, 2018 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. 11. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, and Mayor Hovland. I11. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the meeting agenda as presented. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT Franl< Lorenz, 7151 York Avenue South, shared a statement about municipal governments attempting to accomplish everything at once and how providing affordable housing in conflict with management of historic preservation results in higher cost housing. David Frankel, Edina, commented on the need to increase safety in public schools and requested increased police presence at Edina public schools by four additional police officers. V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED Member Brindle a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the consent agenda as presented: V.A. Approve minutes of May 15, 2018, Work Session meeting and May 15, 2018, Regular Council meeting V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown in detail on pre-list dated May 10, 2018, and consisting of 22 pages: General Fund $185,200.57, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $3,780.00, Working Capital Fund $9,938.84, PIR Construction Fund $8,290.00, Art Center Fund $3,060.75, Golf Dome Fund $260.00, Aquatic Center Fund $599.71-, Golf Course Fund $16,006.42, Ice Arena Fund $43,193.65, Sports Dome Fund $4,597.55, Edinborough Park Fund $2,699.56, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $1,427.21, Liquor Fund $80,206.83, Utility Fund $487,362.31, PSTF Agency Fund $2,812.69, Centennial TIF District $53,106.51: Total $901,343.18; and per pre-list dated May 17, 2018, consisting of 37 Pages: General Fund $218,462.10, Police Special Revenue $5.99, Working Capital Fund $39,668.13, PIR Construction Fund $54,530.70, Equipment Replacement Fund $49,460.00, Art Center Fund $3,805.50, Golf Dome Fund $2,006.40, Aquatic Center Fund $2,216.00, Golf Course Fund $13,225.65, Ice Arena Fund $16,431.34, Sports Dome Fund $9,851.49, Edinborough Park Fund $5,921.99, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $11,462.45, Liquor Fund $368,279.85, Utility Fund $55,361.97, Storm Sewer Fund $10,567.05, Recycling Fund $39,321.72, Risk Mgmt ISF $8,815.96, PSTF Agency Fund $I,155.01, Centennial TIF District $49,050.69, Southdale 2 District $240.00, Payroll Fund $2,853.10: Total $962,693.09; and per pre-list dated May 24, 2018, consisting of 32 Pages: General Fund $357,175.11, Police Special Revenue $375.00, General Debt Service Fund $750.00, Working Capital Fund $3,311.1 S, Equipment Replacement Fund $1,499.66, Art Center Fund $848.65, Golf Dome Fund $181.72, Aquatic Center Fund $2,584.22, Golf Course Fund $18,063.64, Ice Arena Fund $21,066.24, Sports Dome Fund $13,380.50, Edinborough Park Fund $6,51 1.98, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $9,441.30, Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 Liquor Fund $155,803.49, Utility Fund $66,993.83, Storm Sewer Fund $7,622.49, Risk Mgmt ISF $211.70, PSTF Agency Fund $1,516.89, MN Task Force I Fund $16,194.50, HRA Administration $3,200.00, Centennial TIF District $66,323.82, Pentagon Park District $18,927.50, Payroll Fund $12,913.15: Total $784,896.54 V.C. Approve Second Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement with Edina Market Street, LLC V.D. Adopt Resolution 2018-49; Supporting Affordably-Priced Housing at 4100 West 76th Street and Receptivity to Metropolitan Council Funding V.E. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-52; Authorizing Edina Liquor On-Sale Distillery for Charitable Event June 25, 2018 at Centennial Lakes V.F. Adopt Ordinance 2018-08: Boards, Committees, Commissions Student Membership City Code Section 2-80 V.G. Approve Second Amendment to Lease: Hornets Nest V.H. Receive Response to Creek Knoll A Neighborhood Petition Received May I, 2018 V.I. Approve Revised Edina Pedestrian Crossing Policy V.J. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, GL Contracting, Inc., ENG 18-6 France Avenue Sidewalk, $209,069.30 V.K. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Ti- Zack Concrete, Inc., ENG 18-10 Valley View Sidewalk Phase 1, $349,232.25 V.L. Approve Request for Purchase,awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,SEH, Inc., York Avenue Trunk Sanitary Sewer Extension Planning, $49,353.00 V.M. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Bolton & Menk, Inc., Minnehaha Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation, $72,616.00 V.N. Approve Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan Addition Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Manager Neal introduced Management Fellow Intern Casey Casella who described her education and background. Ms. Casella told the Council she was excited to learn about the City. Vt. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS VI.A. SPEAK UP, EDINA: MUNICIPAL TREE SALES—PRESENTED Senior Communications Coordinator Eidsness outlined the public engagement process used to gather information on municipal tree sales. Ms. Eidsness presented a summary of comments, requests, and suggestions received and shared the next Speak Up, Edina topic would be on-street parking followed by a summer break. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD —Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. VII.A. REZONING AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PENTAGON PARK SOUTH, 4815 AND 4901 77TH STREET AND 7710 COMPUTER AVENUE FOR SOLOMON REAL ESTATE GROUP—ORDINANCE NO. 2018-11 FIRST READING GRANTED—RESOLUTION NO. 2018-50—ADOPTED Community Development Director Presentation Community Development Director Teague said Solomon Real Estate Group was requesting a rezoning from MDD-6 to PUD-17 to develop the vacant 12.5-acre Pentagon South Parcel (4900 77th Street). The first phase would include 1 1,800 square feet of retail space, a 193-room hotel, a 153-room hotel, and a parking ramp with a second phase that included two 5-story office buildings, a parking ramp and 19,000 square feet of office/retail. Mr. Teague stated at full development build out, the project would include 225,000 square feet of office space, 2 hotels (346 rooms), 30,800 square feet of retail and two parking structures with a total of 1,545 spaces. He reviewed changes that resulted from sketch plan review that included eliminating the drive-thru, increased setbacks on Viking Drive and Computer Drive, and combined parking structures with Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 5, 2018 the building. Mr. Teague described the phasing and explained the primary issue was if the proposal was reasonable to justify the PUD rezoning, noting the Planning Commission approved the project 8-1. He outlined justification included improved pedestrian connections, high-quality building and design, public parking, public art, and economic vitality. Chuck Rickert, WSB Associates, responded to the Council's questions relating to reasons the PUD was a better zoning fit and transportation improvements needed for this project. Mr. Rickert said a mitigation plan for the entire area was determined that included both the north and south phases after review of environmental impacts and additional turn lanes would be needed at the main intersection off 77th Avenue as well as review of signal system timing from Highway 100 to these intersections. Applicant Presentation Scott Tankenoff, property owner, shared that Pentagon Park was a challenged and blighted area and he was excited to bring a project that provided transition for best uses. He thanked City staff for their work on this project. Christina Smitten, Hillcrest Development, explained the project of six existing buildings, four of which were currently vacant, would bring a complementary mix of uses that would be market viable and begin transformation of the area. Jay Scott, Solomon Real Estate Group, introduced his team and thanked the City for its consideration. Bill Wittrock, RSP Architects, said the project was created with Edina's design guidelines in mind. It created several open spaces, aligned front doors with visibility to art and greenspace, connected pathways and green streets, incorporated water elements, shared parking, and an extensive pedestrian-friendly network with bike trail connections and strong connections to the park across street. He shared the proposed tree plan and artistic developed zone with seating and architectural edge to tie buildings together. The Council referred to the parking structure's base and inquired about its effects on more than parking. Mr.Wittrock agreed the ground level needed work with pedestrian access and explained they would address ground points on the streetscape. Mr. Scott pointed out the lobby feature in front of the parking garage, stating access to the hotel and street level would be highlighted with pavers, crossings, and artwork that would be inviting but not the quickest path for travel. Mr. Scott responded to the Council's inquiries about Centennial Lakes-type greenway connectivity north to south and plans to connect to the park and regional trail. He said they wanted to make an inviting entrance and were committed to get people to the park once the City created appropriate, safe crossings. The Council stressed the importance of internal streets; how Viking Street on the south side needed to be inviting, inquired about the metal skin building material, and long-term maintenance. Council Members commented on the master plan versus individual projects and the importance of keeping as much life on the street as possible. Mr. Wittrock agreed some metals do not perform well over time but said this material was quite durable. Prince Bhakta, JR Hospitality, a locally-based company, expressed excitement about the development. He explained that dual-branding provided both extended and daily-stay concepts utilizing shared guest amenities of a pool, fitness center, and conference room between the hotels. Steve Lavan, Design Partners and franchisee for WaterWalk, described their developed corporate lodging concept that provided longer term stays with 1-3-bedroom units for business travelers, transition stays for corporate housing, and families during home transition such as construction. Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:06 p.m. Public Testimony Judy Halper, 4437 Rutledge Avenue, addressed the Council. Tom Fletcher, 4445 W. 70th Street, Suite 170, addressed the Council. Mark Peterson, 7330 Gallagher Drive, 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. Teague responded to tree concerns raised during public testimony, stating additional trees could be required and addressed now or later, noting that while City Code required 50 overstory the applicant was proposing 150 trees. In response to Council's inquiries about stormwater management and timing of city street improvement projects, Engineering Director Millner referred to environmental and development scenarios and explained some would require full street reconstruction while others would not require full reconstruction. The Council applauded the design work but stressed the importance of parking and asked if the project was under parked. Mr. Rickart said the 1,400 parking stalls was sufficient due to shared parking and projected times of day and proposed use. Mr. Rickart said public parking was in the parking calculations. Mr. Teague said this site was not considered for public parking which would be addressed on the site to the north. Mr. Solomon assured the Council that parking was sufficient but since some would expect parking close to restaurants, he requested restricted parking. The Council shared photographs of bike rack concepts and raised roundabouts to separate pedestrians and bicyclists from vehicle traffic, noting this was a gateway into the City. Council Members commented on sustainability and Hennepin County's goals of 75% recycling and zero waste by 2030 that included restaurants;final landscape plan and the desire for increased greenspace as an additional condition to increase overstory trees where appropriate and the challenge to turn lanes on 77th and Computer Avenues; future desire to park near restaurants; and, suggested unrestricted parking. Mr. Teague said that would be difficult to enforce but suggested preventing signage from being posted. Mr. Scott requested reasonable minimum restrictions for uses such as to-go parking for restaurants. Attorney Knutson said the term 'reasonable' would be difficult to enforce and suggested a percentage instead. Mr. Teague requested the correction of the term 'subdivision' by replacing it with 'preliminary plat throughout the resolution. Member Staunton made a motion to grant First Reading to Ordinance No. 2018-I1, amending the Zoning Ordinance to establish the PUD-17, Planned Unit Development-17 Zoning District, and introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2018-50 approving Preliminary Rezoning from MDD-6, Mixed Development District to PUD-17, Planned Unit Development— 17, including a Preliminary Development Plan for Phase I and a preliminary plat for Solomon Real Estate Group based on the following conditions as amended: I. The Final Development Plans must be generally consistent with the Preliminary Development Plans dated April 10, 2018, 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 Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 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. 3. The exterior treatment on the parking garage facing the internal street must be matched on the exterior of the parking garage that faces Bloomington. 4. The Final Lighting Plan must meet all minimum requirements per Section 36-1260 of the City Code. S. Roof-top mechanical equipment shall be screened per Section 36-1459 of the City Code. 6. 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. 7. A Developer's Agreement is required at the time of Final Approval. 8. Compliance with all of the conditions outlined in the director of engineering's memo dated May 3, 2018. 9. Compliance with the WSB Traffic & Parking Study recommendations including: A. Addition of a northbound left turn lane, southbound striped left turn lane and eastbound right turn lane at 77th Street and Commercial Access driveway. B. Addition of a northbound dual left turn lane and eastbound right turn lane at 77th Street and Computer Avenue. 10. Per the Master Development Agreement, dated May 20, 2014, reconstruction of 77th Street is required with the construction of 100,000 square feet. Therefore, the applicant/landowner is responsible for roadway improvements to 77th Street. Final plans would be subject to the recommendations in the WSB traffic study and approval of the city engineer. 11. All crosswalks shall be marked with "duraprint" type stamping, or whatever is the city standard at the time of installation, to clearly identify the pedestrian crossings. 12. The minimum number of bicycle parking spaces required shall be five percent of the automobile parking space requirement. 13. Subject to the Zoning Ordinance Amendment creating the PUD-17, Planned Unit Development for this site. 14. Compliance with the recommendation in the city's sustainability coordinator's memo dated May 9, 2018. 15. Applicant to work with the City Forester to create a landscape plan to add additional trees and greenspace where possible. 6. Applicant to ensure that 90% of surface parking be unrestricted. Member Fischer seconded the motion. The Council noted the possibility of TIF in the future to enhance public infrastructure to make pedestrian access as strong as possible. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS— (Favorable vote of majority of Council Members present to approve except where noted). VIII.A. AWARDING THE SALE OF $5,780,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2018A — RESOLUTION NO. 2018-51 ADOPTED Finance Director Uram stated bonds were being issued by the City, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes and would not count against the City's debt limit. He shared the City's AAA bond rating history and outlined the credit strengths and challenges, fund balance, and liquidity. Mr. Uram shared the bonds would be used for local street,water utility, storm utility, and sanitary sewer improvements and would be paid back through special assessments and various revenues over a 10-year period. The Council asked questions regarding debt perspective and thanked the team for their work. Nick Anhut, Ehlers and Associates, said their report focused on primary debt matrix and overlapping debt such as school Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 districts, noting the City had no control over items such as PERA. He shared results which included six bids with the low bid from Baird at 2.7%. He referred to the re-offering premium possibility and stated closing would occur at the end of the month. Mr. Anhut said the short-term rates might increase based on the current economy. Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018- 51 Authorizing Issuance, Awarding Sale, Prescribing the Form and Details and Providing for the Payment of$5,515,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2018A. Member Stewart seconded the motion. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.B. AMEND CITY CODE CONCERNING LIMITED PARKING ZONES—ORDINANCE NO. 2018- 10 ADOPTED Mr. Neal shared that Council requested amendments to City Code to allow staff the ability to make temporary changes to limited parking zones including public parking ramps. He said the current language required adoption of a resolution by City Council and the ordinance was drafted by Attorney Knutson. The Council indicated this was suggested to allow more flexibility for temporary changes than an ordinance allowed and clarified the maximum parking limit was six hours but the ordinance would allow the parking limit to vary in special circumstances. Member Stewart made a motion to grant First reading and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance No. 2018-10, amending Chapter 26 of the Edina City Code concerning limited parking zones. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.C. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT AND PRELIMINARY REZONING WITH PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR FRANCE EQUITIES LLC, 7250 FRANCE AVENUE—RESOLUTION NO. 2018-47 ADOPTED DENYING REQUEST—ORDINANCE NO. 2018-09 AND RESOLUTION 2018-48 NOT ADOPTED Community Development Director Presentation Mr. Teague said this item was continued from the May 15, 2018, Council meeting after the public hearing was closed. He reviewed the three options available to Council regarding the request included: denial of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Preliminary Rezoning and Preliminary Development Plan; approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment for just the 7250 France Avenue site; Preliminary Rezoning and Preliminary Development Plan; or, approval of the Comprehensive Plan, Preliminary Rezoning and Preliminary Development Plan as originally recommended by staff and the Planning Commission. He noted existing cellular antennas would be provided a temporary pole while any new building was constructed and if approved, the applicant would work with the property owner to the north to accomplish that relocation. The Council shared comments regarding how Southdale Mall was constructed 60 years ago as a Town Center surrounded by neighborhoods including multi-family and towers but it did not materialize as envisioned without the housing. The Council explained how retail had evolved and commented on resident input regarding height and density in the Comprehensive Plan process and the importance of retaining neighborhood character. The Council spoke about the creation of a developer panel to address economics and how current tear-down homes never result in the same housing type but were all larger because of economics and taller developments makes sense in some locations as it freed up land space. The Council clarified how uses created traffic, not building heights, and the need for a more nuanced approach on transition in order to make the best decision for the community. The Council spoke about the work of the Southdale Area Working Group as well as the long-time property owner to resolve some of the City's issues, adding the City cannot tell owners when to develop or to develop at the same time. The Council expressed confidence in the County's replacement of curb cuts and the benefits of affordable housing but suggested the mezzanine be removed and the number of stores reduced to five on the west side. Page 6 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 The Council shared concerns about the length of time between the public hearing and a decision on the project and commented on the importance of public trust. Council Members shared comments on how the west side was not as engaged, the tunnel-like feeing that could better engage pedestrians and cyclists, and cautioned against redesigning at this point. The Council thanked the neighborhood for the dialogue and encouraged the Southdale Working Group to complete their work as it was difficult to make development decisions otherwise. The Council acknowledged the building needed replacement as it would be condemned soon for safety reasons and commented on the recession and current high property values. The Council noted there were many issues common to these sites and the Cedars of Edina and commented on how one site affected adjacent sites so they should be developed together. The Council suggested not including affordable housing in a high-end project as one way to reduce height and to make them companion buildings with affordable housing in one, which alleviated a single access point into two developments. The Council shared the importance of balancing potential adverse effects on a neighborhood with the overall benefit to the community. The Council noted the Comprehensive Plan was a guide and commented on the give to get principle which would result in additional public realm, greenspace, enhanced nearby access, and connectivity. The Council explained approval would not result in a precedent at the 7200 building and would create a very sophisticated storm water management system for future plans. It was explained how a medical building would generate more traffic while this project offered improved quality of life for the neighborhood with Fred Richards Park, trail and retail and restaurant access without having to cross France Avenue. The Council also commented on the importance of the greater Southdale area as an asset for the neighborhoods to the west and the need for a broad community discussion on transition as the City's job was to recognize that growth would occur and then manage that growth by creating appropriate infrastructure. Member Fischer introduced and moved and adoption of Resolution No. 2018-47 approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding density in the OR Office Residential District for 7250 France Avenue with conditions to limit to five stories on the west side and no mezzanine on France Avenue. Mayor Hovland seconded the motion. Roll call: Ayes: Fischer, Hovland Nays: Brindle, Staunton, Stewart Motion failed. Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-47 seconded by Member Brindle denying a Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding density in the OR Office Residential District and Preliminary Rezoning from POD, Planned Office District to PUD-15, Planned Unit Development — 15, including Preliminary Development Plan for 7250 France Avenue per findings outlined in the Resolution as follows: I. The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment is not appropriate at this time as the City is currently considering the density in the transition area west of France as part of the 2018 Comprehensive Plan update. 2. The proposed rezoning is not consistent with the 2008 City of Edina Comprehensive Plan. 3. The proposed development does not provide an adequate transition to the west. 4. The density proposed is too high for this area. S. This area will be studied closer as part of the 2018 Comprehensive Plan Update. The applicant inquired about withdrawing the application. Mr. Neal explained if withdrawn, the applicant could continue to work and refine the project for further Council consideration but if denied, it would prohibit another application for one year unless the applicant brought forward a plan that was substantially Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/June S. 2018 different. The Council discussed what would be substantial changes in order to reconsider after which the motion maker and seconder indicated an unwillingness to withdraw their motion for denial. Roll call: Ayes: Brindle, Staunton, Stewart Nays: Fischer, Hovland Motion carried. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence. 1X.8. MINUTES 1. ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION APRIL 12, 2018 2. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION APRIL 10, 2018 3. PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 25, 2018 4. HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION APRIL 24, 2018 Informational; no action required. X AVIATION NOISE UPDATE — Received X1. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS— Received XI.A. RACE AND EQUITY TASK FORCE FINAL REPORT FOLLOW-UP Mayor Hovland said the City recently met regarding the recent Race and Equity Task Force final report that might have included identifiers of dates and people surveyed. He explained the intent of the survey was to encourage people to share their experiences anonymously, was an important data gathering exercise, and not for accusation or investigation. He read into the record a letter he intended to submit to the Sun Current that explained the decision that balanced input with a safe haven to report and asked for Council comment. The Council commented on the need to engage the community in order to have people share their stories and while some believed they included identifiers, it was inadvertent and a small number but leaving as described could do a disservice. The Council discussed alternatives that included removal of identifiers to generalize or inclusion of a foreword; not redacting information; and, intent to leave stories in place but to protect identities and the mission of the report. The Council stated this was the beginning of the process, must engage efforts together, and cautioned about re-writing the report without including the Task Force. Mr. Neal shared an example of generalization of a comment that could address concerns and convey a less specific reference but still show intent. The Council noted no corroboration of the event was included and concluded that generalization should be done where needed and to include a foreword to convey that stories shared were respected. The Council commented on how too much specificity could create more divisiveness and its desire for a community united to move forward. XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS— Received X111. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF JUNE 5, 2018— Received XIV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Hovland declared the meeting adjourned at 1 1:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, I iAp ] Debra A. Mangen, City Clerk Page 8 Minutes/E in.a City Council/June S. 2018 Minutes approved by Edina City Council,June 19, 2018. aures . Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the June 5, 2018, meeting available. Page 9