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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-06-19 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL JUNE 19, 2018 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. II. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, and Mayor Hovland. 111. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED AS AMENDED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the meeting agenda as amended, adding Item VI.A. Introduction of Art Center Manager. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT Frank Lorenz, 7151 York Avenue South, shared comments regarding Council salaries, suggested better transparency and disclosure of City travel and expense budgets, and inquired about attendance by the City's intern at the recent National League of Cities conference in Washington D.C. Manager Neal responded the City complied with all accepted travel standards as required and the City's fellow made all travel arrangements to the conference including meetings with federal officials and,therefore, it was important to attend. Anne Kaminsen, 404 Arthur Street, shared concerns about development that allowed funds for affordable housing but not the incorporation of units in an actual building as it should be a priority. V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS PRESENTED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Staunton, approving the consent agenda as follows: V.A. Approve minutes of June 5, 2018 Work Session and June 5, 2018, Regular Council meeting V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as per pre-list dated May 31, 2018 and consisting of 24 Pages: General Fund $244,515.35, Conservation & Sustainability $8,647.94, Working Capital Fund $90.00, PIR Construction Fund $123,039.25, Equipment Replacement Fund $84,793.39, Art Center Fund $443.79, Golf Dome Fund $109.88, Aquatic Center Fund $5,259.42, Golf Course Fund $1,176.60, Ice Arena Fund $2,333.60, Sports Dome Fund $1,044.47, Edinborough Park Fund $6,720.16, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $4,810.18, Liquor Fund $228,506.60, Utility Fund $85,312.03, Storm Sewer Fund $8,640.47, Risk Mgmt ISF $313,428.38, PSTF Agency Fund $900.16, Centennial TIF District $6,000.00: Total $1,125,591.67; Pre-List Dated June 7, 2018, And Consisting Of 34 Pages: General Fund $188,228.35, Working Capital Fund $19,494.42, Equipment Replacement Fund $4,969.80, Art Center Fund $3,262.39, Golf Dome Fund $3,806.46, Aquatic Center Fund $5,647.86, Golf Course Fund $24,129.04, Ice Arena Fund $34,958.87, Sports Dome Fund $6,228.47, Edinborough Park Fund $10,195.28, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $3,786.85, Liquor Fund $204,904.96, Utility Fund $61,746.40, Storm Sewer Fund $1,054.40, Risk Mgmt ISF $26,186.59, PSTF Agency Fund $169.00, HRA Administration $9,174.00, Centennial TIF District $1,031,023.73, Valley View/Wooddale TIF Dist $260,000.00, Southdale 2 District $2,472.50, Payroll Fund $2,754.85: Total $1,904,194.22; and Per Credit Card Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 Transactions Dated March 27-April 25, 2018, consisting of 17 Pages: General Fund $26,919.43, Police Special Revenue $56.42, Working Capital Fund $258.58, PIR Construction Fund $660.00, Equipment Replacement Fund $500.00, Art Center Fund $454.72, Golf Dome Fund $76.52, Golf Course Fund $1,684.37, Ice Arena Fund $633.34, Sports Dome Fund $197.39, Edinborough Park Fund $747.31, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $1,293.43, Liquor Fund $3,1 15.07, Utility Fund $2,732.02, Storm Sewer Fund $23.05, PSTF Agency Fund $1,984.86, MN Task Force I Fund $347.29, Centennial TIF District $184.70: Total $41,868.50 V.C. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, Software House International - MN State Contract# 48196 release C 1046(5) $50,965.50 V.D. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, One 2018 Marked Police Vehicle, Nelson Auto Center, $27,644.00 V.E. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software Selection Consultant, BerryDunn, $59,800 V.F. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, DARTS Circulator Bus Service, DARTS, $25,000 V.G. Approve Master Agreement for Professional Engineering Services with Wenck Associates, Inc. V.H. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, 2018 Stormwater Projects, Wenck and Associates, Inc., $66,789 V.I. Approve Development Contract for Edina Flats V.J. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-52; Supporting Hennepin County's Vernon Avenue Bridge Regional Solicitation V.K. Approve Traffic Safety Report of May 1, 2018 V.L. Approve Energy and Environment Commission Appointment, Bayardo Lanzas, Term Ending March 1, 2020 V.M. Accept Public Easement from 3948 Market Street Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VI. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS VI.A. ART CENTER GENERAL MANAGER - INTRODUCED Mr. Neal introduced new Art Center General Manager Susan Tarnowski who shared her background and outlined plans for the Art Center that included hosting youth camps, open studio use, and development learning. Ms. Tarnowski said she was pleased to be in Edina and thanked the Council for their support of the arts. VI.B. COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT(CAFR) FOR YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 2017 —ACCEPTED Assistant Finance Director Sawyer introduced Jim Eichten from MMKR who presented the audit report. Mr. Eichten provided an unmodified or clean opinion on the City's financial statements and no findings on internal controls or compliance. He stated the audit outlined one finding with regard to State laws and regulations regarding timely payment of invoices but shared no concerns of recurrence. Mr. Eichten shared an audit summary and reviewed property taxes, revenue and expenditure trend lines, general fund, and enterprise fund and stated the City's finances were operating as expected and monitored closely. He stated there had been improvement in financial results and all records were in excellent condition. The Council inquired about the highlighted invoices and correction methods. Mr. Sawyer explained how the new centralized AP system paid invoices promptly, noting the issue involved entering invoices promptly. Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 The Council thanked the auditors for their detailed review and congratulated the Finance Department on the Excellence in Financial Reporting award. Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, accepting the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as presented. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VI.C. SPEAK UP, EDINA: ON-STREET PARKING—PRESENTED Senior Communications Coordinator Kaylin Eidsness outlined the public engagement process used to gather information on on-street parking. Ms. Eidsness presented a summary of comments, requests,and suggestions received and shared the next Speak Up, Edina topic would occur later this fall. The Council commented on recent ordinance amendments that easily allowed parking restriction changes and referred to an upcoming meeting on June 25 to review options around Edina High School. Mr. Neal shared about the joint traffic and parking study and impacts that occurred after moving 9th graders to the high school. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD —Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. VII.A. MODERNA KOUZINA, LLC, DBA MODERNA KOUZINA NEW ON-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR AND SUNDAY SALE LIQUOR LICENSES—APPROVED Clerk Presentation Clerk Mangen shared that Moderna Kouzina, LLC applied for a new On-Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Sale Liquor Licenses for a location at 3910 France Avenue South. As required by Edina City Code, the necessary public hearing notice had been published for this requested liquor license. She indicated no concerns were identified regarding the license. Applicant Presentation None. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:46 p.m. Public Testimony None. Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland. Motion carried. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, approving new On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor and Sunday Sale Liquor Licenses for Moderna Kouzina, LLC, dba Moderna Kouzina, at 3910 France Avenue South. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. The Council welcomed the applicant to the City. Ashii Vrohidis, Moderna Kouzina shared her proposed menu created while cooking in Dubais. She explained the restaurant would open at the end of July and have a sophisticated atmosphere with a lounge. VII.B. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT, PRELIMINARY PLAT, PRELIMINARY REZONING AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PENTAGON PARK NORTH FOR PENTAGON REVIVAL, LLC — RESOLUTION NO. 2018-54 —ADOPTED; RESOLUTION NO. 2018-55 — ADOPTED AS AMENDED; ORDINANCE NO. 2018-9 — GRANTED FIRST READING Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 Community Development Director Presentation Community Development Director Teague shared Pentagon Revival LLC and Chase Real Estate were requesting an all-housing redevelopment of the Pentagon Park parcels located north of 77th Street. The use and overall development plan proposed for the north parcel (residential) was different than the uses and development plan proposed in 2014 (office). At full development build out, the project would include 1,500 new housing units with an overall density of 52 units per acre. The first phase of the project proposed by Chase Real Estate Group would develop a 10.86-acre portion of the site (4600-4660 77th Street west), with a 360-unit market rate apartment and a 225-unit senior apartment (585 total units). As proposed, the development would require a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to increase the density from 30 to 55 units per acre and rezoning from MDD-6 to PUD-15, Planned Unit Development. The Council asked questions regarding shared parking, reconstructing 77t1 Street, and sequencing of any future projects. Mr. Teague said the intent was to park the facility close and shared parking would be appropriate to add as a condition to the overall development plan. The Council commented on affordable housing and how the project should meet the policy. Mr. Teague said the project was first contemplated in 2017 and proceeded to meet the affordable housing policy. Applicant Presentation Christina Smitten, representative for the applicant, said this had been a challenged and complex site for 30 years and one of the most blighted in the City. She shared the overall development plan of 28 acres that would be part of the revitalized Fred Richards Park and commented on security issues with affordable housing and appropriate amounts. Joe McElwain, Chase Homes, shared this significant investment would be viable and unlock Fred Richards Park. He commented on transition, park activation, the transformation from office and industrial, and increased greenspace, park connections, tree canopy and trails. He also shared about parking, enhanced berms and landscaping features, location and proximity to businesses, and how the project would provide a variety of offerings for a range of customers. Mr. McElwain said the project would open in 2021 and provide $150 million of added value to the City. Link Wilson, Kaas Wilson Architects, shared site transformation of industrial and office space to the west and noted how the entire project would work but failed to communicate how pedestrians flowed through the space. He said the design focus had been on the park and buildings were moved closer to 77th Street and the main entrance into Fred Richards Park. He outlined how the top floor was set back with decks, public art, highlighted water areas, and expanded plinth with transitions between the building and the park, The Council asked questions viewing 77th Street as a gateway and the two-story design feature that could accommodate commercial/retail in the future. Mr. Wilson said it would be complicated to make changes to 77th Street and suggested paving changes would slow traffic and create a different use. The Council asked about shared parking, parallel parking options, and commented on the guiding principles. Mr. McElwain described the integrated stormwater system with no opportunity to treat stormwater and explained how it would meet the requirements to address water around site. In response to the Council's questions about not following the approved preliminary plat and why the project was split up into smaller blocks, Mr. Wilson reviewed the practicality of the buildings and the challenge to manage them in order to keep large common areas together. The Council commented on sameness and mixed use. Mr. McElwain spoke about transition and walk score with investment in rooftops needed. He explained about the onsite chef and deli with market rate and residents across the street. Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 9:00 p.m. Public Testimony Shelly Loberg, Explore Edina Director, addressed the Council. Frank Lorenz, 7151 York Avenue South, addressed the Council. Lori Grotz, 5513 Park Place, addressed the Council. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. The Council responded to concerns raised during public testimony regarding building construction and confirmed brick, stone, and the highest-quality materials would be used and that all appropriate energy and sprinkling requirements would be followed. The Council confirmed the final landscape plan would be determined and approved and commented on odor and water quality on the border of the park and project. The Council asked about the park dedication fee and how the project would not be required to pay subdivision fees as no new lots would be created. In response to the Council's question regarding affordable housing, Ms. Smitten said they had a signed purchase agreement and were ready to move forward with Dominion if the project was approved. She confirmed the number of units at 103 exceeded the number of affordable for Phase I. The Council commented on tree sizes and the apartment market. Andy Chase, Chase Homes, shared about different housing types similar to condominiums and how the units performed whether for sale or rent and allowed a great opportunity to test housing choices that were in large demand for seniors. With regard to density and the request for higher units per acre as allowed by Code, Mr. Chase noted under 60 was not very dense and other cities allowed 120 per acre. The Council spoke about providing common areas within the community instead of each building. Mr. Wilson spoke about safety and security for seniors and the need to consolidate with 25% of the building for interior services such as a library, nursing area, and cafe and the desire to be more like a grand hotel based on demographics. The Council asked about parking and drive aisle being different materials, some pervious, and provided for undulation and material changes. The Council commented on deliveries and trash pick-up, confirmed no outside trash storage would occur, and asked questions about water storage and the community dog park for Sienna residents only. David Kabely, representative for the applicant, explained swales and water storage options that included rock beds and mulch. Mr. Chase said the dog park was not very large and would allow others to utilize the park. The Council encouraged the applicant to work with Confluence to collaborate on community gardens. The Council thanked the Planning Commission for their deliberation on this project and spoke about street widths, parking ramps versus pedestrian-friendly options, parking lot versus a parkway, and pavement colors and materials as a solution. The Council suggested a boulevard down the center of the drive and angled parking on each side of the island. The Council was more comfortable without a retail/mixed use at this time, noting it may be a possibly in the future. The Council suggested placing a lounge area on the second floor and a pedestrian-type street and commented on configuration of the Fred Richards Parkway and pervious pavers. The Council spoke about affordable housing, 77th Street, and a more prominent gateway, such as a roundabout feature, and the need to address noise concerns. The Council indicated it was important to develop the parkway now and the possibilities of street extension behind Barr Engineering and increased eco-friendly elements. The Council also noted the need for assurance from Dominium. Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-54 Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Regarding Density in the OR, Office Residential District, for Pentagon Park North. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-55 Approving Preliminary Rezoning from MDD-6, Mixed Development District to PUD-15, Planned Unit Development - 15, including a Preliminary Development Plan for Phase I and an Overall Development Plan for Chase Real Estate and Pentagon Revival LLC 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 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. Work with the City to expand the public space north of the parking area into the Fred Richards Park including expansion of the dog park area, pedestrian connection and stormwater retention. 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. A letter of credit, cash escrow or bond in the amount of$5.46 million must be submitted to the City prior to the issuance of a building permit to ensure that affordable housing occurs within the development prior to issuance of a building permit. These monies would be given back to the property owner upon delivering the affordable housing units within the development that would meet the City's affordable housing policy. If the property owner does not deliver the affordable units within 3 years,the City would cash in the money to be used elsewhere in the City to deliver affordable housing. Details of affordable housing to be consistent with City's Affordable Housing Policy prior to final approval. 9. Compliance with all of the conditions outlined in the sustainability coordinator's memo dated May 2, 2018. 10. Compliance with all of the conditions outlined in the director of engineering's memo dated May 3, 2018. 1 I. 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. 12. Compliance with the WSB Traffic & Parking Study recommendations. 13. All crosswalks shall be marked with ground-in premark preformed thermoplastic in a standard or "continental" pattern per Edina Standard Plate No. 716 to clearly identify the pedestrian crossings. 14. Subject to the Zoning Ordinance Amendment creating the PUD-15, Planned Unit Development for this site. Page 6 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 IS. Dedication of public access easements along the entrance to Fred Richards Park and the drive aisle and parking stalls along the north lot line subject to review and approval of the city attorney. The easement shall provide pedestrian and vehicular access to the Park. 16. Metropolitan Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding density. 17. Explore a more prominent gateway at the entrance to the park along 77th Street. 18. Investigate and provide mitigation measures to address the state law requirement requirements for noise in regard to the Seagate operation to the south. 19. A total of 230 public parking stalls shall be provided by the applicant/property owner for use by the Fred Richards Park. At least up to 100 stalls must be provided in Phase I, with the remainder to be provided in Phase 2. 20. Consider a different configuration of the "parkway" along the north lot line, including pervious pavers and center median. Member Stewart seconded the motion. The Council explained how Planned Unit Developments allowed cities to address issues such as affordable housing, shared parking, and water management issues. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Member Staunton made a motion to grant First Reading to Ordinance No. 2018-09,Amending the Zoning Ordinance to Establish the PUD-15, Planned Unit Development-15 Zoning District. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Roll call: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS VIIIA. SKETCH PLAN: 4532 FRANCE AVENUE— REVIEWED Mr. Teague stated the applicant was proposing potential future re-development at 4532 France Avenue that would include demolition of the existing single-family home currently occupied as an office and construction of a new two-story, 10,000 square-foot retail/office building. The building would include a roof terrace with outdoor seating for employees. There would be eight parking spaces provided in front of the building to resemble the recently constructed bank and retail space to the north. He stated the proposal was significantly short parked as 50 spaces would be required. Matthew Byers, PLAAD, LLC, Stillwater, said they were seeking guidance on parking as it was impossible to fully park on a site this size. He explained the mixed-use, owner-occupied project with established retail on first floor, a local builder on second floor, and a real estate/technology use in the lower walk-out level that would have 12-14 full-time employees at full occupancy, Surrounding properties recently purchased were set back from the street so their project would be set back as well. He explained setbacks for 16 cars was not feasible unless the building was stacked and the footprint reduced. Mr. Byers said they were requesting a reduction of site development setbacks that included driveways and sidewalks, as they could not fit a double-loaded corridor. He shared a rendering with the site's dramatic slope east to west which required parking up front and explained a taller building was explored but believed two stories was more palatable. Mr. Byers noted parking at the rear would not work for retail, and while on-street parking was allowed just north of 4+1 Street, it was not allowed south of 44th Street, and underground parking was not cost effective. The Council inquired about combining parking pads with the neighboring site, incremental redevelopment in line with the character of the area, and possible district parking. Mr. Byers said combining parking would still result in parking under the required 50 stalls and noted underground parking would result in circulation Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 issues. The Council suggested parl<ing cross easements and combining spaces in front of the banl< building. Mr. Teague said that could be possible but the banl<was actually short on parl<ing too. Casey Carl, property owner, explained the retail would include a lifestyle store with apparel, food, and gifts and would have consistent traffic with a total of under 20 employees for all uses. The Council suggested changes to the stone sill, more green space, a green roof for the terrace, and advised meeting with the neighbors regarding the proposed use. The Council did not want parl<ing on France Avenue and would require the applicant to ensure responsible parl<ing with no parl<ing on residential streets. The Council lil<ed the shape of the taller building, noting a variance would be appropriate and suggested changing to an office use with no retail. VIII.B. 2018-2019 STUDENT COMMISSION—APPOINTED The Council thanked the 29 wonderful students who were recently interviewed and shared their interest in the City. Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, recommended the following Student Commission appointments: Arts & Culture Commission - Marnie Pardo, Shreya Konkimalla, Tayden Erickson — Alternate; Community Health Commission - Om Jahagirdar, Anushka Thorat, Matthew Ruppert — Alternate; Energy & Environment Commission - Madeline Fernands, Chloe Maynor, Libby Heitzman — Alternate; Heritage Preservation Commission - Arjun Maheshwari, Simon Venell, Keegan Clark — Alternate; Human Rights & Relations Commission - Shin Bee Waldron, Tiara Moss-Keys, Mythili Iyer — Alternate; Park & Recreation Commission - Bryn Osborne, Aiden Anderson, Owen Brown — Alternate; Planning Commission - Isabel Melton, Yash Mangalick, Isaac Owens-Pierre — Alternate; Transportation Commission - Yeukai Zimbwa, Emmanuel Ayelomi, Theo Tesk — Alternate. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.C. RESOLUTION 2018-53 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 Stewart introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-53 accepting various grants and donations. Member Brindle seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE— Received Mayor Hovland acl<nowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence. X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE— Received XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS— Received XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS— Received X111. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF JUNE 19, 2018 — Received XIV. ADJOURNMENT Page 8 Minutes/Edina City Council/June 19, 2018 There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Hovland declared the meeting adjourned at 11:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra A. Mangen, City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council,July 17, 2018. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the June 19, 2018, meeting available. Page 9