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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-11-07 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL NOVEMBER 7, 2018 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. II. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, and Mayor Hovland. 111. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, approving the meeting agenda as presented. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT Frank Lorenz, 7151 York Avenue, shared comments regarding Council Chambers set-up and possible chair repositioning and referred to payment of claims and reasons for recent purchases of pizzas by the City. V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS REVISED Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, approving the consent agenda as revised to remove Item V.I., Resolution No. 2018-113; Continuation of Temporary Parking Restrictions on France Avenue from W. 47th Street to Market Street, and Item V.K. Ordinance No. 2018-14; Fats, Oils and Grease Prevention: V.A. Approve minutes of October 16, 2018, Work Session and October 16, 2018, Regular Council meeting V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown as per pre-list dated October 18, 2018, and consisting of 30 pages: General Fund $232,179.49, Police Special Revenue $1,730.73, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $224,807.23, Arts and Culture Fund $2,250.00, Working Capital Fund $27,129.55, PIR Construction Fund $4,094.53, Equipment Replacement Fund $248,408.49, Art Center Fund $2,180.27, Golf Dome Fund $148.69, Aquatic Center Fund $421.24, Golf Course Fund $9,490.15, Ice Arena Fund $56,541.54, Sports Dome Fund $1,372.87, Edinborough Park Fund$6,636.22, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $9,546.18, Liquor Fund $182,884.78, Utility Fund $124,193.59, Storm Sewer Fund $36,968.55, Recycling Fund $39,321.72, PSTF Agency Fund $1,093.04, MN Task Force I Fund $41,451.04, Centennial TIF District $469.07, Southdale 2 District $1,000.00, Grandview 2 TIF District $2,500.00: Total $1,256,818.00; Pre-List Dated October 25, 2018, and consisting of 30 Pages: General Fund $135,513.84, Police Special Revenue $1,699.00, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $30.99, Working Capital Fund $74,156.55, Equipment Replacement Fund $3,860.95, Art Center Fund $1,038.85, Golf Dome Fund $7,822.26, Ice Arena Fund $14,376.78, Sports Dome Fund $6,466.42, Edinborough Park Fund $13,532.98, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $297.31, Liquor Fund $183,992.54, Utility Fund $43,434.1 1, Storm Sewer Fund $5,167.53, Risk Mgmt ISF $244.60, PSTF Agency Fund $313.68, Centennial TIF District $5,377.85, Payroll Fund $16,551.93: Total $526,449.34, and per pre-list dated November 1, 2018, and consisting of 31 Pages: General Fund $247,555.38, Police Special Revenue $555.00, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety $33,673.31, Working Capital Fund $387,864.51, PIR Construction Fund $100,638.57, Equipment Replacement Fund $2,498.30, Art Center Fund $4,656.58, Golf Dome Fund $3,352.42, Aquatic Center Fund $72.90, Golf Course Fund $20,672.17, Ice Arena Fund $28,281.37, Sports Dome Fund $20,615.63, Edinborough Park Fund Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7, 2018 $1 1,1 S4.48, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $27.90, Liquor Fund $168,799.01, Utility Fund $1 10,71 1.04, Storm Sewer Fund $157,870.18, Risk Mgmt ISF $671,431.71, PSTF Agency Fund $16,578.32, HRA Administration $31,670.00, Centennial TIF District $925,343.52, Southdale 2 District $805.00, Grandview 2 TIF District $80,388.00 $3,025,215.30, V.C. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Sunram Construction, Pamela Park Stormwater Pond Maintenance, $164,625.00 V.D. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Axon Enterprises, Fifty Tasers, $77,750 V.E. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,Julee Quarve-Peterson, Inc., Facility ADA Transition Plan, $$43,450.00 V.F. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-81; Setting Public Improvement Hearings for Chowen Park A and B, Indian Trails B and C, Todd Park E, and Indian Hills C Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction V.G. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-102; Application to MnDOT Metro Standalone Noise Barrier Program V.H. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-111; Creation of Complete Count Committee for 2020 Census V. Resolution No. 2018 ' 13; Continuation of Ternpermy I aiking Restrictions on Avenue from W. 4711, Street to Market'^.cazSa=cct V.J. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-114; Authorizing Execution of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Grant Agreement VA(—Ardinance No 2018 14.1 Fats,Oils and Grease Prevention V.L. 2019 Schedule of Meeting Dates Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA V.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2018-113; CONTINUATION OF TEMPORARY PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON FRANCE AVENUE FROM W. 47TH STREET TO MARKET STREET — POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 20, 2018 The Council asked staff to comment on the proposed parking restrictions as well as safety concerns for driveways on France Avenue. The Council shared comments about resident input and extension of the current parking arrangement until October 2019 but noted the item was not noticed as public hearing matter. Engineering Director Millner explained the ordinance placed parking restrictions five feet from driveways but was not being followed. Staff suggested that temporary signage be placed near the three adjacent driveways to address the concerns. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to continue consideration of Resolution No. 2018-113; Continuation of Temporary Parking Restrictions on France Avenue from W. 470 Street to Market Street to the November 20, 2018, Council meeting. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. V.K. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-14; FATS, OILS AND GREASE PREVENTION—ADOPTED The Council inquired if the proposed ordinance pertained to both commercial and residential properties. Manager Neal said the ordinance was oriented towards restaurants for greater impact than residential. Member Brindle made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance No. 2018-14, Amending Edina City Code, Chapter 28. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VI. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS — None Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7. 2018 VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD —Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. VII.A. RESOLUTION NO. 2018-112: APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS BY THE CITY OF BETHEL ON BEHALF OF WALKER ASSISTED LIVING —ADOPTED Finance Director Uram shared that Walker Assisted Living Corporation I and Walker Senior Living Corp III (Walker) had asked the City of Bethel, Minnesota, to issue revenue bonds on behalf of Walker in an amount not to exceed $19,500,000 under Minnesota Statutes. These bonds would be used to refinance a Fannie Mae loan for Walker Assisted Living's 72-unit senior assisted living and memory care facility located at 7400 York Avenue and to finance capital improvements at the facility. He noted that although Bethel would issue the bonds, the IRS Code required the consent of the Edina City Council after a public hearing on the proposed financing. Mr. Uram said the action would not impact the City's credit rating or impact existing or future debt or obligation to Edina. Julie Eddington, Kennedy and Graven, explained that Bethel was able to issue the bonds but would not affect Edina's own qualification and the action would allow Walker to sell bonds to the public for capital to both facilities. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. Public Testimony No one appeared. Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. Member Fischer introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-112 consenting to and approving the issuance by the City of Bethel of revenue obligations to refinance a project located in the City of Edina and taking other actions with respect thereto. Member Stewart seconded the motion. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VII.B. RESOLUTION NO. 2018-115: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CROSS VIEW LUTHERAN CHURCH, 6645 MCCAULEY TRAIL —ADOPTED Assistant Planner Bodeker explained that Cross View Lutheran Church was proposing to construct a 16,000 square foot addition to the existing church. The proposed addition would include youth gathering space, an early childhood entrance, kitchen, narthex, and main entrance expansion. The proposed work would not include any expansion to the existing sanctuary. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. Public Testimony No one appeared. Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. The Council inquired if the use was allowed by CUP in any zoning district and clarified if the action was for the same CUP or new. The Council also inquired about the materials board and confirmed match of existing building materials. Ms. Bodeker said the approval would be for an updated CUP due to the proposed expanded use of church. Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7, 2018 Member Brindle introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-1 15 approving a Conditional Use Permit for Cross View Lutheran Church at 6645 McCauley Trail, subject to the following conditions: I. Subject to staff approval, the site must be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the following plans, unless modified by the conditions below: • Site & building plans date stamped June 27, 2018. • Building materials board as presented at the Planning Commission and City Council meeting. 2. The property owner is responsible for replacing any required landscaping that dies. 3. Compliance with the conditions and comments listed in the Environmental Engineer's memo dated October 3, 2018. 3. Compliance with the conditions and comments listed in the Building Official's memo dated September 10, 2018. Member Staunton seconded the motion. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VII.C. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-15, RESOLUTION NO. 2018-116 AND 2018-117; COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT, PRELIMINARY REZONING AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR FRANCE EQUITIES LLC AT 7200 AND 7250 FRANCE AVENUE — POSTPONED TO DECEMBER 4, 2018 Community Development Director Teague shared that France Equities LLC was requesting a redevelopment of both 7200 & 7250 France Avenue. As proposed, the development would include two buildings that would be 6-7-stories, 68-86.5 feet tall, with 309 units of housing (apartments and rental townhomes), and underground parking. Units would range from I- to 3-bedrooms. There would be 590 parking spaces for the uses and up to 30,000 square feet of retail on the first level of each building. There would be 30 parking spaces adjacent to the retail uses behind the building; each building would have 2 levels of underground parking; and, the Site Plan included a north-south woonerf as shown in the Greater Southdale Framework as the western promenade. He highlighted benefits of the project and said staff recommended approval subject to conditions. Staff requested Council consideration if the Comprehensive Plan amendment for density was reasonable for the site and if the proposal was reasonable to justify the PUD rezoning. Ed Terhaar, Wenck Associates, shared a summary of the traffic and parking study and reviewed three access options onto France Avenue with impacts onto 72nd and Gallagher Street. He explained post development would add 410 daily volume or 2,230 vehicles per day. Mr. Terhaar then presented the parking analysis and bicycle and pedestrian impacts and recommended both long- and short-term onsite bike parking for retail and the residents. The Council inquired about parking and peak demand and whether the study included Cornelia Drive as there was concern about regional traffic there. Mr. Terhaar said there were vehicles going through on Cornelia and included a combination of neighborhood and through trips. The Council asked questions about changes to existing volume of trips, alternative alignments from weekday versus weekend, turning movements, and the potential for roundabouts on 72,d Avenue to make it more meandering and give traffic a barrier to get through and slow down. The Council also inquired about proposed height and parking requirements and the structural integrity of the parking ramp. Mr. Neal shared photos of the current structure and said it was no longer safe to use. The Council commented on the Southdale Working Group's potential changes in parking requirements and status of their report, feedback from the Edina School District regarding enrollment impacts, and storm water management obligation onsite. Applicant Presentation Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7, 2018 Dean Dovolis, DJR Architects, described how the sketch plan had changed from the beginning and highlighted new features that included additional stone on the building front, glass, the elimination of 7-story units off the south portion of the building, added setbacks, and woonerf to retain honor of the small block and obtain definition. He shared different views and height boundaries that featured movement and glass, interior balconies, and integrated architectural interest and style. Mr. Dovolis spoke about stone and absorption areas, public plaza, housing options, and variety of spaces for interaction with the main street concept with a right-in/right-out and potential for food trucks and other public events. He shared the condensed ramp concept, neighborhood meeting held, and highlighted how the project would remove an area of blight and create affordable housing. The Council asked questions regarding solar panels, parking circulation, and the potential for the project to be under parked. Mr. Dovolis explained the use of solar for public lighting, parking turns, and trends for the project as it grew with uses such as restaurants. The Council inquired about unit mix and height limits. Mr. Teague noted the current height limits were imposed 10 years ago with the Comprehensive Plan. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 9:07 p.m. Public Testimony Steve Brown, 7205 Bristol Circle, addressed the Council. Michael Sebek, 4401 Fawndale Drive, addressed the Council. Hope Melton, 4825 Valley View Road, addressed the Council. Tim Murphy, Edina Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council. John Carlson, 4433 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council. Adelle Hansen, 7108 Hetting Trail, addressed the Council. Marie Johnson, 7137 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council. Cathleen Campbell, 7201 Bristol Circle, addressed the Council. Emily Christie, 7316 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council. Mark Manfred, 4445 Dunham Drive, addressed the Council. Chris Bremer, 6001 Ewing Avenue South, addressed the Council. Bill Griffith, Cedars of Edina Attorney, addressed the Council. Frank Lorenz. 7151 York Avenue South, addressed the Council. Mile Kenfield, 6932 Woodcrest Lane, addressed the Council. Mary Ellen Chamberlain, 7004 Bristol Boulevard, addressed the Council. Sam Sturm, 7 12 1 Bristol Boulevard, addressed the Council. Marl< Peterson, 7330 Gallagher Drive, addressed the Council. Mark Mitchell, 7001 Heatherton Trail, addressed the Council. Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7, 2018 Sandra Carlson, 4433 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council. Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council. Patricia Schreiber, 6713 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council. Bruce McCarthy, 6708 Pointe Drive, addressed the Council. Ron Anderson, 5728 Kimridge Drive, addressed the Council. Gene Persha, 6917 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council. Mark Chamberlain, 7004 Bristol Boulevard, addressed the Council. Matthew Alden, 4417 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council. Kiran Kavati, 71 13 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council. Jenna Alden, 4417 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council. Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. The Council responded to questions raised during the public testimony regarding private developers bringing forward five different proposals over time and the City's obligation to respond to applications as required by law. Mr. Teague explained the timing with the Southdale Area Working Group and District Plan as part of the Comprehensive Plan goad. He also explained the creation of an entire new zoning district as part of this request that included FAR, height, setback, parking requirements, etc. Attorney Knutson described the difference between a variance request and deviation to zoning ordinance provisions and clarified that no variance was being requested. The Council asked how TIF could be used in the timing of this project and parking ramp removal. Mr. Teague said staff had not seen any TIF requests to date but if so, it would be a separate action of the HRA. Mr. Teague noted the requirement to remove the parking ramp was a condition of any approval and while the applicant would like to do so with demolition of the entire building, it is possible they could not wait that long. The Council asked why housing was proposed versus medical uses at this site and impacts to single-family home setbacks on Bristol Court and guest parking. Mr. Dovolis explained why housing was a better approach as housing was needed and would enhance the area. The Council inquired about data regarding school capacity, a potential Maxfield analysis, and ways to address noise concerns mentioned during the public testimony. Mr. Dovolis explained noise control techniques that would be used included thermal windows and baffled vents to control noise off France Avenue. He responded to questions regarding traffic on 72nd Street with narrower streets and tree plantings to slow and reduce cut-through traffic. The Council asked about storm water amenities and referred to the Cedars of Edina right-in/right-out condition. Mr. Millner agreed and stated three access points were supported by Hennepin County. Mr. Dovolis said the conservation district was an above-ground storage system and took advantage of gravel-pit sand to achieve that goal. The Council commented on data that showed a 2% vacancy rate in the metro area and how this project would create more market-competitive housing. Mr. Dovolis commented on housing shortages and the Metropolitan Council's estimates and while there could be some overbuilding, more housing was needed. Page 6 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7. 2018 The Council commented on elements it liked that included high quality construction and materials, sound containment, woonerf with greenspace, and affordable housing throughout the project. The Council expressed a desire to decrease the height for half the roofline as it created too much mass and preference for a product from the Southdale Working Group first as well as an updated parking ordinance as it was out of date. The Council thanked everyone for their input and shared concerns about the loss of an opportunity for a regional bike trail to the north should a medical use be placed here instead. The Council referred to a recent neighborhood meeting and the need to wait for the Southdale Area Plan to be completed as height was troublesome for many, although this was the best plan so far. The Council spoke about the need for proof of parking and how some height and density could be acceptable to get affordable housing, a woonerf and greenspace, as well as addressing the parking ramp. The Council requested the applicant return with a new design for reduced height and proof of parking, noting that by then, the City should have school enrollment estimates and input from the Southdale Working Group. Member Stewart made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to postpone consideration of Ordinance No. 2018-15, Resolution No. 2018-116 and 2018-117; Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Preliminary Rezoning and Preliminary Development Plan for France Equities LLC at 7200 And 7250 France Avenue to December 4, 2018. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. VIII. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS VIIIA. 2018 STORM WATER PROJECT UPDATE — RECEIVED Mr. Millner stated on June 19, 2018, the Council approved a contract with Wenck and Associates to review three storm water related items: Streambank Stabilization at Sunnyside Road near the Mill Pond, 3 Project Areas from the 201 1 Comprehensive Water Resources Management Plan that included Gleason and 78th Street near 7709 Stonewood Court, Dewey Hill Road near 741 1 Coventry Way, and McCauley Trail near 6309 Post Lane, and Biscayne Boulevard Street Flooding. He shared updates regarding each area and noted residents had been part of the review throughout. Mr. Millner described potential options with costs and reduction in flood durations. Rebecca Carlson, Resilience Resources, LLC, explained how they investigated flooding issues, identified causes, developed solutions, and evaluated cost and benefit for consideration. The Council commented on recommendations specifically for the Biscayne Boulevard area and noted some resulted in significant grade changes. Mr. Millner stated no solution would solve all concerns and then outlined the recommendation to slip line the existing 18-inch pipe, improve the curb cut at Continental Drive, and discuss garage structure protections with swales and continuation of monitoring. He noted one solution was not supported by the residents as it would have resulted in the loss of trees. VIII.B. RESOLUTION 2018-110—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. 2018-1 10 accepting various grants and donations. Member Fischer seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Brindle. Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE - Received Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence. Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 7, 2018 IX.B. PETITION REQUESTING STREET SURFACING WITH CURB AND GUTTER AND STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS— RECEIVED AND REFERRED TO ENGINEERING Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to receive the petition and refer to Engineering for processing. Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland Motion carried. IX.C. MINUTES— Received 1. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION,JUNE 12, 2018 2. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION,JULY 10, 2018 3. HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 4. ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, SEPTEMBER 13, 2018 5. COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 6. HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 Informational; no action required. X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE — Received XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS — Received XII.A. COMMUNITY COMMENT FOLLOW-UP— Received XII.B. 2018 Q3 QUARTERLY BUSINESS REPORT— Received XIII. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF NOVEMBER 7, 2018 — Received XIV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor4declmeeting adjourned at 12:52 a.m. Respectfully submitted, 1 rl< Minutes approved by Edina City Council, November 20, 2018. James . ovIand, Mayor Video Copy of the November 7, 2018, meeting available. Page 8