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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-11-20 Reg Mtng MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL NOVEMBER 20, 2012 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. 11. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Bennett, Sprague, Swenson and Mayor Hovland. Absent and excused was Member Brindle III. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED Member Sprague made a motion,seconded by Member Bennett,approving the meeting agenda. Ayes: Bennett,Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. IV. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED Member Swenson made a motion, seconded by Member Bennett, approving the consent agenda as revised to remove Items IV.E., Encroachment Agreement, 4166 Monterey Avenue; IV.G., Request for Purchase, Countryside Park Playground; IV.K., Waiver of Building Permit Fees; and, IV.L., Revised RJM Construction Management Services Contract,as follows: IV.A. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of November 5, 2012; Canvass meeting minutes of November 9,2012;and,Town Hall meeting minutes of November 10, 2012 IV.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated November 8, 2012, and consisting of 30 pages; General Fund $118,653.19; Working Capital Fund $101,181.53; Equipment Replacement Fund $14,510.42; Art Center Fund $4,773.77; Golf Dome Fund $10,974.20; Aquatic Center Fund $2,399.38; Golf Course Fund $6,383.25; Ice Arena Fund $24,753.31; Edinborough Park Fund $4,445.47; Centennial Lakes Park Fund $1,391.33; Liquor Fund $213,233.16; Utility Fund $111,285.31; Storm Sewer Fund $19,084.20; PSTF Agency Fund $24,949.61; Payroll Fund $3,348.54; TOTAL $661,366.67 and for approval of payment of claims dated November 15, 2012, and consisting of 23 pages; General Fund $95,734.59; Police Special Revenue $7,798.84; Working Capital Fund $21,878.60; Equipment Replacement Fund $7,182.43; Art Center Fund $1,723.18; Aquatic Center Fund $1,237.05; Golf Course Fund $18,758.44; Ice Arena Fund $1,265.17; Edinborough Park Fund $10,442.19; Centennial Lakes Park Fund $1,501.83; Liquor Fund $191,879.29; Utility Fund $369,156.95; Recycling Fund $34,192.80; PSTF Agency Fund$24,229.88; Centennial TIF District$4,927.54;TOTAL$791.908.78. IV.C. Adopt Resolution No. 2012-152 receiving feasibility studies for 2013 Neighborhood Street Improvements IV.D. Adopt Resolution No. 2012-154 authorizing Public Improvement and Special Assessment for 5504 Kellogg Avenue, 5517 Dever Drive, 5416 Kellogg Avenue, 5416 Oaklawn Avenue, 5408 Oaklawn Avenue,and 5409 Kellogg Avenue 1-9.& &RcreachmeRt Agreement, 4166 IVIGRtffey Avenue IV.F. Adopt Resolution No. 2012-155 approving Lot Division,7309-7311 Glouchester Drive IV-H- Renew Twin Cities Public Health & Environmental Health entities in Minnesota Mutual Aid Agreement IV.I. Renew Community Health Services Agreement with Bloomington Public Health Division IV.J. Review Public Health Emergency Preparedness Services Agreement with Bloomington Public Health Division 149.K. 4A.928%W8F of NwildiRg PeFFRO%Fees Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 IV.M. Adopt Resolution No. 2012-157 setting December 18, 2012, hearing date for consideration of Vacation of Utility Easement, 6500 France Avenue and 4005 West 65th Street Rollcall: Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA I V.E. ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT,4166 MONTEREY AVENUE—APPROVED Engineer Houle answered questions of the Council relating to the grade of the unimproved right-of-way on the subject site that would be lowered slightly. He noted the location of a retaining wall along the newly created driveway and indicated a swale would be created. Mr. Houle reviewed the location of trees that were removed and indicated that four new trees would be planted. The Council acknowledged there was a drainage issue in this area and it appreciated that a Swale would be created to provide infiltration. Member Bennett made a motion, seconded by Member Swenson, approving Encroachment Agreement, 4166 Monterey Avenue. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. IV.G. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE—COUNTRYSIDE PARK PLAYGROUND—APPROVED Assistant Parks & Recreation Director Kattreh indicated the citizen group process worked well and the same process would be used for the park shelter building. She displayed a picture of the primarily metal Countryside play structure and indicated it was selected for the amount of play value it provided. It was noted that the structure would be completely poured in place (rubber structure), including the area under the swings and moved to a more shady area. Ms. Kattreh indicated staff would pursue donation opportunities for the existing play structure. Member Sprague made a motion, seconded by Member Bennett, approving Request for Purchase, the Countryside Park Playground, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Minnesota Wisconsin Playground at$173,337.97. Ayes: Bennett,Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. IV.K. WAIVER OF BUILDING PERMIT FEES—APPROVED Manager Neal stated that he was requesting waiver of permit fees for the Golf Dome, and the roof replacement projects for the Grange Hall and the Cahill School. The Council discussed the past practice of waiving building permit fees, noting the City did not have a principal policy to address that issue. It was noted that if fees were paid for the two projects that were not separate city enterprises, i.e., the Grange Hall and Cahill School, the fees would come from the General Fund and then go back into the General Fund. Member Bennett added that because city enterprises have their own budgets, there would be a loss of transparency if building permit fees that would have been paid from enterprise funds were waived. Member Bennett concluded that she preferred that the waivers of building permit fees be considered separately for city enterprises and city facilities funded through the General Fund. Mr. Neal responded that if building permit fees for the Golf Dome were waived, the city could apply more of the insurance proceeds toward construction rather than administrative costs. Mr. Neal advised that the golf dome as it existed before it burned down would require a cash contribution unless the City, together with Travelers, were successful in pursuing the electrical contractor or equipment manufacturer for damages. At this point, the amount of contribution had not yet been determined but was expected to be $100,000. In response to Member Sprague's question about energy efficient changes recommended by the Energy& Environment Commission, Mr. Neal replied they would add $70,000 to $90,000 to the cost of the project. He indicated staff would conduct a cost analysis to determine how long it would take to recover the City's investment. Member Swenson made a motion, seconded by Member Sprague, to Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 approve waiver of building permit fees for the Golf Dome, and the roof replacement projects for the Grange Hall and the Cahill School. Ayes: Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Abstain: Bennett Motion carried. IV.L. REVISED RJM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT—APPROVED Mr. Neal provided an update on the golf dome project, indicating staff was working through the cost to rebuild the dome using the same service levels and quality of play and with Travelers Insurance to determine how to best maximize the insurance coverage for improvements. He described the work and permitting process completed to date, anticipated construction schedule, and cost considerations that would be presented to the Council in the future. With regard to the Watershed permitting process, Attorney Knutson stated the conditions were imposed because a new building would be constructed. There was no distinction that it would be a replacement building since more than 50 cubic yards of dirt would be moved. Mayor Hovland made a motion,seconded by Member Swenson, approving the revised RJM Construction Management Services Contract, in an AIA format, to provide construction management services for the Braemar Golf Dome Replacement Project. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. V. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS V.A. PROCLAMATION—PREVENTION WORKS CAMPAIGN Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation declaring the weeks of November 18, 2012, through January 2, 2013, to be the Prevention Works! Campaign in the City of Edina. Member Sprague made a motion, seconded by Member Bennett, approving the proclamation declaring Prevention Works! Campaign, November 18,2012, through January 2, 2013. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. Chemical Health Coordinator Iverson accepted the proclamation and thanked the City Council for its support. She described prevention measures and events planned during the Prevention Works! Campaign. She indicated the information provided was available on the website. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD—Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. VI.A. SITE PLAN—STARBUCKS, 7510 FRANCE AVENUE—RESOLUTION NO.2012-156 ADOPTED Community Development Director Presentation Community Development Director Teague presented a map of the subject site and request of Bruce Carlson, on behalf of Centennial Lakes Plaza, for Site Plan review to build a 1,750 sq. ft. Starbucks Coffee Shop with a drive-through window on the west side and an outdoor seating area within the parking lot of Centennial Lakes Plaza at 7501 France Avenue. Mr. Teague reviewed the parking requirement and indicated the proposed plans meet all of the City's minimum Zoning Ordinance standards. The Planning Commission recommended approval on a 5-2 vote conditioned on the City Engineer's recommendation that the required sidewalk improvements per the France Avenue Pedestrian Improvements (an 8-foot wide sidewalk) be completed on the site within ten years of the Site Plan approval or when the France Avenue sidewalks on the adjacent properties to the north and south were installed, whichever comes first. The two dissenting Commissioners had concern with the stacking lane between the building and sidewalk. The Council considered whether to require a Proof of Stacking Agreement should the stacking lane for 13 cars be inadequate and result in traffic backing up onto the drive aisle. Mr.Teague answered questions of the Council and indicated 840 parking spaces were proposed, after 61 spaces were removed and six or seven were constructed in front of the building. Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 Tony Hepplemann, WSB & Associates, presented its analysis of the traffic study, impacts associated with the proposed Starbucks Coffee Shop, and finding that it would generate 78 trips during peak hours and 148 trips during Saturday peak. This would result in a not noticeable three-second vehicle delay at any of the intersections. Levels of service (measure of delay) would be unchanged and remain at an acceptable level. Mr. Hepplemann indicated the queuing average was 11 vehicles with a maximum of just over 13. It was the professional opinion of WSB there would be no issues relative to the additional traffic this use would generate. Mr. Hepplemann indicated that special event situations causing additional need could be addressed by signage to not back out into the entry. Proponent Presentation Bruce Carlson, Project Director Mid-America Real Estate, described the new businesses at the Center, indicating its success, and presented the Starbucks Coffee Shop Site Plan. He explained the orientation of the building had been changed from being perpendicular to being parallel to the France Avenue corridor to better accommodate stacking. While it caused some view corridor issues, the tenants had agreed to move forward. Mr. Carlson displayed an aerial image of the Center and noted the area proposed for the Starbucks indicating little or no activity mid-day. He also displayed pictures of the area proposed for Starbucks during the morning, its peak time, indicating no vehicles or activity. Mr. Carlson stated they were excited about bringing the shopping center closer to France Avenue to encourage pedestrian and bicycle use instead of adding more parking spaces. He stated property management does not want stacking into the central entrance and that could be addressed with yellow stripes in the entrance as well as signage, if needed. The Council discussed the Site Plan and asked questions of the proponent. Mr. Carlson indicated the Center had a 10-20% vacancy in the lower level. He explained Starbucks wanted a drive through at this location, which would relieve pressure on other Starbucks in Edina. With regard to parking in front of Old Navy, Mr. Carlson stated Old Navy had indicated it supported the Starbuck's application, thinking it would potentially increase traffic to Old Navy. Mr. Carlson stated the amount of shared parking left between Starbucks and Old Navy would not create concern in attracting future tenants. Mr. Carlson presented the Site Plan depicting the crosswalk and indicated it would include a State standard crosswalk sign. He felt vehicles could not gain too much speed between the pick-up window and crosswalk. Member Bennett suggested a "belt and suspender" approach by adding a stop line. Mr. Carlson accepted that suggestion and indicated "STOP" would also be painted in the drive aisle. Kathy Alexander, Architectural Consortium, presented an elevation graphic depicting scale, noting Starbucks was only 1,700 sq. ft. with a 40-foot wall length. She opined the proportion of this building and elevation on France Avenue created asymmetry and a handsome building. It was indicated the Planning Commission had not seen this particular graphic. Ms.Alexander noted the trash enclosure location next to the building to address functionality with a large landscaped buffer to soften the aesthetic. She indicated this was an urban setting with the building next to the street so delivery trucks would probably pull up to the door. The Council reviewed the landscaping plan and indicated there was a need for more colorful and varied landscaping on the west elevation, additional landscaping between the sidewalk and drive aisle to soften the effect, and better pedestrian connection. Ms. Alexander explained it was important for the landscaping to remain low to screen the building base and not block signage/windows. In addition, they needed to leave room to accommodate the sidewalk expansion to eight feet. Ms. Alexander stated the Centennial Lakes landscape architect prepared the plan to repeat the established France Avenue landscape theme. The Council addressed the limited ability for a pedestrian or bicyclist to safely access the Starbucks site. Mr. Carlson stated this shopping center was built in 1988 and does not have those types of pedestrian Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 connections; however, this proposal would be a big improvement over what existed. Ms. Alexander noted this was one stretch of France Avenue that had sidewalks but the safest pedestrian passage was at the storefronts. Mr. Carlson mentioned they would also request a bus stop. The Council indicated the City was trying to engage the street in a more effective way to create an urban presence, and discussed alternate building orientations that would result in the dining area engaging France Avenue rather than the parking lot. Ms. Alexander explained that drive through vehicles would not block the dining area window, as vehicles stack prior to the pick up window; moving the pick up window to the other side would result in cars stacking in front of Old Navy and impact the ability to park cars close to the building/providing safe pedestrian passage into the building; and, moving the patio to the other end of the building would impact leasing of the Old Navy location. Ms. Alexander explained one project cannot solve every issue, but she found this to be a good design. Member Bennett stated that she liked the location of the patio on the east side of the building because it would be warmed by the morning sun but shielded from the hot afternoon sun. Laura Lamberg, representing Starbucks, advised the preliminary schematic showed 30-35 seats. She advised that Starbucks currently had 55 stores, 25 with drive throughs but it wanted drive throughs at all of its stores. Ms. Lamberg indicated they had not considered gas use or pollution as a concern because it was only 45 seconds from order to pick up. With the traffic on France Avenue, Starbucks found a drive through at this location was important for convenience of its customers. It was noted that Starbucks had previously closed a location in Edina that did not have a drive through. Mr. Carlson pointed out a drive through also addressed safety of its customers, especially those with children who would not need to bring them into the store or leave them in the car. This was a convenience and enhancement for many of its customers. The Council raised the option of providing additional landscaping to separate the six parking spaces from the dining area and provide more intimacy for those diners. Mr. Carlson stated a decorative railing or planter boxes could be installed; however, some customers like an urban feel, energy, and excitement, and prefer to not be hidden away. The Council agreed that more landscaping was needed since the building design did not well address the Comprehensive Plan in building design and engagement of France Avenue. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. Public Testimony Bob Aderhold, 3529 West 54th Street, addressed the Council,to ask about bicycle parking facilities. Member Sprague made a motion,seconded by Member Bennett,to close the public hearing. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. Tony Heppleman, WSB, representing the proponent, noted the location of a bicycle rack near the outdoor seating area. Member Bennett introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2012-156, approving Site Plan at 7501 France Avenue to build a 1,750 sq.ft. Starbucks, based on the following findings: 1. The proposal would meet the required standards and ordinance for a Site Plan. 2. WSB conducted a traffic impact study, and concluded that the existing roadway system could support the proposed project. 3. The revised lane for the drive-through window would provide adequate stacking space, and would not interfere with traffic on France Avenue. And subject to the following conditions: Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 1. 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 plan date stamped October 18,2012 • Grading plan date stamped October 18, 2012 • Landscaping plan date stamped October 18,2012 • Building elevations date stamped October 22,2012 • Building materials board as presented at the Planning Commission and City Council meeting 2. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a final landscape plan must be submitted, subject to staff approval. 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. 5. Compliance with the conditions required by the City Engineer in his memo dated November 8, 2012; with the exception that the required sidewalk improvements per the France Avenue Pedestrian Improvements (an 8-foot wide sidewalk) shall be completed on the site within 10 years of the Site Plan approval or when the France Avenue sidewalks on the adjacent properties to the north and south are installed,whichever comes first. 6. The bicycle rack shall be moved to the northeast side of the building, north of the east entrance door. 7. Enhanced landscaping in three areas: 1) along the western elevation of the building; 2) between the drive aisle and the sidewalk along France; and 3) around the outdoor eating area. The enhanced landscaping shall be subject to staff approval, and must include color. 8. A formalized Proof of Stacking Agreement that is filed with the property. Member Swenson seconded the motion. Ms. Alexander presented the building materials board, noting it was identical to the building materials presented to the Planning Commission. Ayes: Bennett,Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. VII. COMMUNITY COMMENT Jim Grotz, 5513 Park Place, thanked residents of 52"d and Abbott and the Minneapolis neighborhood associations that networked with Edina to stop the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC)'s rerouting of air traffic over Edina without representation and prior to allowing community input. The Council thanked Jim and Lori Grotz for the e-mail that alerted the City of this situation. Bob Aderhold, 3529 West 54th Street, requested expansion of the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program to include residential projects. Marc Donnelly, 6821 St. Patricks Lane, indicated the St. Patricks Lane traffic study had been conducted late July, a time during which school was not in session and church activities were few. He requested a new traffic study be conducted during the school year. Vlll. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS VIII.A. SPORT DOME RECOMMENDATION—RECEIVED Ms. Kattreh presented the study of the Park Board Sports Dome Working Group and recommendation of the Braemar Soccer Field as the site for further study for potential development of a sports dome, the need for funding of the renovation of the two rectangular fields at Pamela Park to be included in this project, and that the Cuningham Group, Anderson Johnson/Associates be hired to complete a site Page 6 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 feasibility study of the Braemar Soccer Field. The Park Board also recommended that the forward motion of the dome not occur until the issue of expanded playing fields was addressed, solved, and budgeted. Ms. Kattreh suggested a temporary solution, if a dome was built, to increase field space through a swap between the Edina Football Association and Edina Soccer Club to move football to the turf field in the fall to free up the Lewis Park fields for soccer and allow the ability to rest one of the fields at Lewis Park. She noted there was also ability on the very westerly field at Lewis Park to run two soccer fields width wise, similar to that at Braemar, creating a soccer complex. It was noted the Public Works Director and maintenance staff had indicated this was a viable solution. The Council agreed there was a need to address the shortage of field space and potential for increased demand as additional sports become popular. Ms. Kattreh explained the swap was intended to be a temporary solution until the City was able to resolve the field shortage issue. She indicated it would be ideal if a field could be added to Pamela Park as studies had clearly indicated it was a need. The Council indicated support for the swap option, need to plan for the future with a broader vision, and preference to build to projected need rather than existing requests. Discussion ensued relating to use of Fred Richards Golf Course as an amenity (but not as a site for a dome) and possible turfing of McCarthy (school property), since it would be able to sustain three times more usage than a grass field, would fit the "do Town" initiative, and support youth activities. Ms. Kattreh stated the action requested by the Park Board was to further study the Braemar athletic sites by consultants used in the first two phases to determine the kind of dome, cost, and financial feasibility, (create a business model) conditioned on resolving the need for expanded playing fields. The Council supported a parallel track to also study needed hours, projected hours, and potential solutions to field shortages. Member Swenson made a motion, seconded by Member Sprague, receiving the Sports Dome recommendation conditioned upon studying the issue of expanded playing fields and financing for those expanded playing fields. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.B. SKETCH PLAN REVIEWED—5109-5125 WEST 49'STREET Community Development Director Presentation Mr. Teague presented a map of the subject site and the Sketch Plan request to redevelop three lots at 5109-5125 West 491h Street. The proponent proposed to tear down the existing two apartments and single-family home and build an 18-unit attached housing development. The subject properties were 1.28 acres in size so the proposed density of the project would be 14 units per acre. The Comprehensive Plan guides these properties as low density residential (1-5 units per acre) and indicates over 12 units per acre as high density and between 5-12 units per acre as medium density. Mr. Teague advised that on October 24, 2012, the Planning Commission considered the Sketch Plan proposal and determined it generally believed that a medium-density residential designation was more appropriate for the site than high- density residential. At the time of the Planning Commission's review, the vacated right-of-way adjacent to the site was not used in the density calculations. However, using that acreage,the site area would be 1.43 acres and the density would be 12.57 units per acre. Proponent Presentation Daniel Hunt, 6516 Interlachen Boulevard, President of Hunt Associates, stated they previously came forward with two other larger proposals that were abandoned due to finding no common ground with the neighbors and receiving negative comments from the Planning Commission and City Council. Mr. Hunt stated the residential for sale market had dramatically improved, which was the genesis of this plan, a significant improvement on the existing buildings, answered opposition received relating to height of the building, traffic generation, and sunlight impact to the north. He noted some revisions had been made to the plan since Planning Commission consideration. In addition, as reported by Director Teague, they had approached the Canadian Pacific Railroad, owner of a 175-foot strip of property to the west and learned it Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 needed only a 100-foot strip and was open to selling a portion, which would lower the density of this project to fewer than 13 units per acre. Chris Palkowitsch, architect with the BKV Group, presented a revised Site Plan, noting it better fit the project into the neighborhood by reducing the scale to smaller-sized townhomes and continuing a wider bicycle trail/pedestrian pathway in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and Grandview Plan. Mr. Palkowsitsch indicated the project would include two types of townhomes: Type A abutting Vernon Avenue would be 2-story units above grade; and, Type B along 491h Street were 2%:-story units and slightly recessed to grade. The project would comprise a total of 18 units with garages slightly set back to allow for guest parking (38 visitor stalls in total). Mr. Palkowsitsch presented elevations depicting project views, noting the base of the ridgeline would fit the residential homes on the north side. Exterior treatments would incorporate gables, dormers, and brick subject to additional study on materials within the neighborhood and market. The Council discussed the Site Plan and asked questions of the proponents. Mr. Palkowsitsch explained that a height of 2.5-stories would provide for the underground parking and enough living space. The current zoning allowed for 35 feet at the ridgeline or 2.5 stories, whichever was less. The Type A units facing Vernon Avenue were 25 feet high but with the first level tucked under ground on the rear side to accommodate the 23-foot grade change in topography. Mr. Palkowsitsch indicated exploration remained on water gardens, cisterns, and/or rain barrel collection. Mr. Palkowsitsch indicated the requested density allowed offset of major site costs related to topography and drainage. Mr. Hunt explained they had done little work on the architecture of the site, but all units would have large front porches and back decks, providing adequate programmed space. He pointed out this site was very unique with single-family homes to one side and non-residential uses on the Vernon Avenue side, requiring two faces. Mr. Hunt suggested that too much of a standard residential appearance would be out of place on the busy street and it would need more substance (architectural features) to hold its place. It was noted the eight larger units had a main floor master suite while the other units contained upper level bedrooms, allowing attraction of a different market. Following discussion, the Council indicated that townhomes provide a needed lifecycle choice and including .15 acres from the railroad would be of benefit. It supported the proposed pathway, the attempt to engage Vernon Avenue, and found that creating housing along with commercial was intriguing. However, the Council indicated that 18 units created too high of a density for this site. Members Sprague and Swenson and Mayor Hovland stated a willingness to entertain a medium-density range to gain economic viability. Member Bennett stated her rationale to prefer a low-density range of 10-12 units, as guided by the Comprehensive Plan, to allow creation of a buffer space/transition between the single family homes across the street and this project, less impact on neighborhood streets, and improved quality of life. The Council found that additional green space and a common amenity would enhance the project. VIII.C. RESOLUTION NO.2012-146 ADOPTED—ACCEPTING VARIOUS DONATIONS 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 Swenson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2012-146 accepting various donations. Member Bennett seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Bennett,Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. WILD. ORDINANCE NO. 2012-19 — AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF EDINA CODE CONCERNING BICYCLE LANES—ADOPTED Page 8 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 Mr. Houle reviewed that at the September 4, 2012, meeting, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2012- 17 amending Chapter 14 of the City Code to designate bike lanes on specific roadways. However, the new portion of Tracy Avenue was not included in that ordinance amendment. Attorney Knutson read the ordinance language related to definition of bicycle lanes indicating if there was no striping, it was not a bike lane. He recommended adding language to define the bike lane location. Member Bennett made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance No. 2012- 19, Amending Chapter 14 of the Edina City Code concerning Bicycle Lanes, revising 1420.01 (I) to indicate: Tracy Avenue from approximately 100 feet south of Benton Avenue to Vernon Avenue." Member Sprague seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. The Council agreed with the need to expediently address bicycle lane (yellow) striping on Wooddale Avenue so it could be completed when weather permitted, which would involve an additional federal approval process. Mr. Neal recommended that discussion be scheduled on December 18, 2012, which would provide staff enough time for better preparation and not impact syncing with federal approval if the Council determined to move forward. VIII.E. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-153 ADOPTED—TRACY AVENUE SPEED LIMIT Mr. Neal presented Resolution No. 2012-153, a housekeeping measure to reduce the speed limit to 25 mph along Tracy Avenue from Benton Avenue to Vernon Avenue due to the establishment of bike lanes upon Tracy Avenue. He indicated staff expected to receive a lot of resident feedback when this speed limit was reduced. Police Chief Long provided a differing opinion on lowering the speed limit to 25 mph based on the experience of the Police Department. Chief Long stated it diverted cut-through traffic to other narrow and highly populated residential streets. He indicated there was a 99%failure rate for bicycles to stop at stop signs and described the dangerous situation that existed on Warden and Johnson when traffic backed up at Vernon Avenue during peak hours. Chief Long indicated public safety had not provided input on these changes yet it had to deal with the impacts and unintended consequences on a daily basis. The Council discussed whether traffic diverted to avoid backed-up peak hour traffic and on Tracy Avenue the queuing lane to make a turning movement or the lowered speed limit. All agreed there were more deaths and greater risk of injury when a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle traveling 30 mph than 25 mph. In addition, Tracy Avenue was part of Safe Routes to Schools, a school walkingshed that accommodated children on foot, and also led to a major park. Chief Long concurred that 25 mph was a safer speed for residential areas and while he was not opposed to reducing the speed limit, preferred a more uniform speed limit. It was acknowledged that speeds on 70`h Street were 38 mph pre-project construction and dropped to about 32 mph post construction following a period of time during which drivers adapted. The Council agreed that flow of traffic and longer queues at rush hour were the tradeoffs of complete streets that lowered speeds to create calmness and a better/safer experience for pedestrians, bicyclists, and neighborhoods. Chief Long stated there was a difference between what was seen when in a patrol car and what the Council was describing and wanted to happen. Member Bennett noted the City was developed with a street grid where some were through streets while others ended, not providing a parallel roadway to accommodate bicycle routes. Because of that, Wooddale was an essential bicycle route on the east and Tracy Avenue was the same on the west.. Member Bennett asked that other measures be considered to Page 9 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 diminish commuter use of side streets, perhaps limits on some turning movements during rush hours. The Council agreed that planning for bicycle and pedestrian facilities needed to consider the full street network and not unintentionally create conditions contrary to intent. Mr. Neal stated staff had discussed the need for a better system to get Public Safety entities involved through inclusion at ETC meetings when it reviewed and commented on design. Mayor Hovland stated that Edina was a car centric community but that does not mean drivers do not have to behave in a civilized manner when adding other modes of travel and movement into the system. The Council supported enforcement measures when traffic exceeded the posted speed limit. The Council also acknowledged that vehicle drivers would adapt, given time, to lower speed limits. Member Swenson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2012-153 designating a 25 mph speed limit on Tracy Avenue between Benton Avenue and Vernon Avenue. Member Bennett seconded the motion. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. The Council requested that the ETC address and provide recommendation on establishing speed limits in a more comprehensive manner in partnership and cooperation with the Police Department. VIII.F. ORDINANCE NO. 2012-20 — AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF EDINA CODE CONCERNING COUNCIL SALARIES—TABLED TO DECEMBER 4,2012 Member Swenson presented the draft ordinance that would increase Mayor and Council Member salaries to a median level, noting if adopted it would not go into effect until 2015. The Council discussed the mechanism approved in 2006 to review Council salaries based on non-union City staff. Following discussion, the Council asked staff to provide survey information that included comparison and contrast with other communities. Member Bennett made a motion, seconded by Member Sprague, to table consideration of Ordinance No. 2012-20,Amending Chapter 1 of Edina Code concerning Council Salaries, to December 4,2012. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.G. 2012 MEETING DATES AND HOLIDAYS—APPROVED City Clerk Mangen presented and recommended approval of the 2013 calendar for City Council, Board, and Commission meetings, noting the new terms would start on January 7, 2013. Mr. Neal asked the Council to also consider canceling the July 2, 2013, meeting date. The Council discussed the July 2013 meeting schedule and consensus was reached to not schedule the July 2, 2013, meeting unless necessary. Member Sprague made a motion, seconded by Member Bennett, approving the 2013 meeting dates as revised to include canceling the July 2,2013, meeting. Ayes: Bennett,Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence. IX.B. MINUTES 1. PLANNING COMMISSION, OCTOBER 10&24,2012 2. HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD, OCTOBER 9,2012 3. ENERGY& ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, OCTOBER 1,2012 Informational; no action required. W.C. ADVISORY COMMUNICATION—EDINA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Page 10 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 20, 2012 1. LIVING STREETS PROPOSAL Informational; no action required. X. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS—Received X.A. REQUEST TO CREATE A DESIGNATED COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE POSITION—METROPOLITAN AIRPORTS COMMISSION NOISE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE—RESOLUTION NO 2012-158—ADOPTED Member Swenson presented a resolution requesting a designated community representative position on the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Noise Oversight Committee (NOC). It was noted the NOC by- laws would need to be changed to allow Edina participation. Member Swenson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2012-158, requesting the Metropolitan Airports Commission to create a Designated Community Representative position for the City of Edina on the Noise Oversight Committee. Member Bennett seconded the motion. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. XI. MANAGER'S COMMENTS—Received X11. CLOSED SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL—POTENTIAL REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS Member Bennett made a motion, seconded by Member Sprague, to recess the meeting at 11:50 p.m. and move to closed session to consider potential real estate acquisitions. Ayes: Bennett, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. XII. ADJOURNMENT The regular session reconvened at 12:40 a.m. Member Sprague made a motion, seconded by Member Bennett,to adjourn the regular session at 12:40 a.m. Ayes: Bennett,Sprague,Swenson, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Debra a gen, City ler Minutes approved by Edina City Council, December 4, 2012. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the November 20, 2012, meeting available. Page 11