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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-08-04 City Council Regular MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 4, 2021 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., then shared the procedure for public hearing and community comment in the hybrid meeting format. 11. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland. Absent: None. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ►V. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED AS PRESENTED Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Staunton, to approve the meeting agenda as presented. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. V. COMMUNITY COMMENT Andy Brown, 5512 Park Place, inquired about construction status of Fire Stations 2 and 3 and why Edina did not provide broadband services to residents. Erin Brumm, 4208 Mavelle Drive, shared concerns regarding conditions at 7200 France Avenue regarding yard maintenance, vandalism, and an increase in crime. V.A. CITY MANAGER'S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENTS Assistant Manager Schaefer responded to Community Comments from the last meeting. VI. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS PRESENTED Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson approving the consent agenda as presented: VI.A. Approve minutes of the Work Session and Regular Meetings of July 21, 2021 VI.B. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated July 23, 2021 totaling $1,195,705.90 and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated July 30, 2021 totaling $1,563,294.54 VI.C. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Engineering and Design of Tactical Training Center at South Metro Public Safety Training Facility, $82,500 VI.D. Approve Amendment to E91 I Call Handling System Agreement VI.E. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, 2022 Ford F550 Truck with Stainless Steel Dump Box, Boyer Ford and Aspen Equipment, $73,484 VI.F. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Yancey Tennis Court Replacement, Bituminous Roadways, $72,256 ,VI.G. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Rosland Tennis Court Replacement, Bituminous Roadways, $72,256 VI.H. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Walnut Ridge Tennis Court Replacement, Bituminous Roadways, $72,256 VI.I. Accept Petition; Install Speed Limit Signs on Antrim Road Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4, 2021 VI.J. Approve Traffic Safety Report of June 29, 2021 VI.K. Approve Certificate of Completion for Amundson Flats VI.L. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Braemar Ice Arena Roof Repairs, Central Roofing, $99,039 VI.M. Request for Purchase; awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Phase 2 Lake Level Management Plan Development for Arrowhead and Indianhead Lakes VI.N. Adopt Resolution No. 2021-62; Set September 9, 2021, as Public Hearing Date for Modification to Southdale 2 TIF Plan Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. VII.A. NEW ON-SALE INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY SALE LIQUOR LICENSES FOR 3BEST RESTAURANT GROUP LLC DBA MR. PAUL'S SUPPER CLUB — APPROVED Ms. Schaefer said the Council was asked to approve a new On-Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Sale Liquor Licenses for 3Best Restaurant Group LLC dba Mr. Paul's Supper Club, located at 3917 Market Street, Unit B, Edina. Staff reviewed the application and found it complied with code requirements, including the background investigation, and recommended approval of the liquor licenses. Ms. Schaefer said staff requested Council approval immediately instead of carrying over to the next Council meeting as the applicant anticipated opening November I . Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:16 p.m. Public Testimony Roberta Castellano, 4854 France Avenue South, addressed the Council. Ms. Schaefer responded to questions raised during public testimony and said the additional report was related to the full police background and a summary was presented for public purposes instead but the full redacted report could be provided if requested. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Anderson, to close the public hearing. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Anderson, to approve a new On-Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Sale Liquor Licenses for 3Best Restaurant Group LLC dba Mr. Paul's Supper Club, a restaurant located at 3917 Market Street, Unit B, Edina. Rollcall: ,Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. Tommy Begnaud, owner, shared about their proposed restaurant and thanked the Council for the opportunity. VII.B. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-60 ESTABLISHING THE 4040 WEST 70TH STREET TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT — CONTINUED TO AUGUST 17, 2021 Affordable Housing Development Manager Hawkinson stated this item pertained to the creation of a new 'Tax Increment Financing District to support the redevelopment of property at 4040 West 70th Street that would include the creation of approximately 118 units of affordable rental housing. This item also included a modification to the Plan for the existing Southdale 2 Tax Increment Financing District to recognize the new TIF District and to enable pooling necessary to provide financial support for affordable housing in Edina and noted staff recommended approval of this resolution. Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4. 2021 The Council asked questions regarding the total amount of TIF in the City. Nick Anhut, Ehlers, clarified the total amount of TIF in the City and said with the updated expansion of tax base staff anticipated the captured tax capacity would decrease to 1%. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:37 p.m. Public Testimony Roberta Castellano, 4854 France Avenue South, addressed the Council. Hannelore Brucker, 5153 Abercrombie Drive, addressed the Council. Anne Marie Plante, 4801 West 70th Street, addressed the Council. Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to extend public hearing to noon on August 9, 2021, and take final action on Resolution No. 2021- 60 Establishing the 4040 West 70th Street Tax Increment Financing District, at the August 17, 2021, meeting. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VII.C. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-61, ORDINANCE NO. 2021-10; ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT, REVISED OVERALL DEVELOPMENT PLAN, SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR 4911 77TH STREET WEST — CONTINUED TO AUGUST 17, 2021 'Community Development Director Teague stated the Council was asked to consider a proposal for a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to revise the previously approved plans for the Pentagon Park South (PUD- 17) known as Pentagon Village, which was approved in 2019. The applicants, Jay Scott, Solomon Real Estate and Rise Development, were proposing to develop the vacant lot in the southeast corner of the development, with a 6-story, 200-unit apartment. Ten percent (10%) of the units would be for affordable housing. On May 26, 2021 the Planning Commission had motions made to approve and deny the request, which both failed on the same split votes, and based on feedback from the Planning Commission, the applicant submitted additional renderings to better show the project along the north side and ground level. Mr. Teague highlighted the area the Planning Commission had concerns with in regard to lack of landscaping and greenspace then outlined the parking study results which concluded that parking would be adequate and no roadway improvements needed. He shared concerns raised by the public that included traffic, affordable housing, and plan clarity. Jay Scott, Solomon Properties, shared an overview of the project that included a change from a restaurant to a future lot due to impacts from COVID- I9 and stated the office user would support the proposed hotel of 235 rooms. He said they were still pursuing uses that blended well in the area and noted there was a lack of housing in close proximity to office uses so this use would work well. David Stahl, Cunningham Architects, reviewed the proposed plans in detail and stressed the inclusion of walkability, seating, art niches, and other features. He outlined the guest parking solutions, pollinator- friendly plantings, and reviewed the proposed materials of metal and wood look. He shared about the plaza deck with outdoor areas and a pool and noted 20 affordable units would be disbursed throughout the project. The Council asked questions regarding parking and concerns about having the back of the project facing north and the plaza deck facing south. Mr. Scott shared that all parking stalls would have electric charging ports available. Christian Lawrence, Rise Modular, explained how the ground level was activated to the north and their desire to capture the sunlight and with the north side approved for a hotel this orientation would provide more privacy than facing the hotel. He shared more about the proposed modular construction process that was faster, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable. Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4. 2021 The Council inquired about ingress/egress points on the north for both the apartments and future hotel and noted the hotel was currently rebidding and if the applicant would continue with the hotel construction. Mr. Stahl confirmed the door-facing orientation in relation to having parking accessible to the ramp and said they were encouraged the hotel construction would occur. The Council asked more about the presentation of the building and creation of boulevard enhancements without changing pool direction through inclusion of balconies and other elements. The Council asked how modular construction could be retrofitted in the future if needed then spoke about the ability to expand the parking ramp in the future. Mr. Lawrence shared how their focus was on the streetscape to address the Planning Commission's concerns then noted the project's birds eye view had been flipped to face the remainder of The Village. The Council asked about smart city planning, the plan for solar and car sharing, the opportunity to include smart appliances in units, and solar garden possibilities. The Council spoke about the north side and shadowing, especially with the addition of the hotel, and the decreased mold risk with modular because its dry from building to delivering. The Council commented on availability for bike lanes, landscaping maintenance, and connection to the 9-Mile Creek trail then asked about entries on the east and west sides and confirmed the sidewalk system and other utilities were in place on the site. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. Public Testimony Hannelore Brucker, 5153 Abercrombie Drive, addressed the Council. Roberta Castellano, 4854 France Avenue South, addressed the Council. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Staunton, to extend public hearing to noon on August 9, 2021, and take final action on Resolution No. 2021- 61 Approving an Ordinance Amendment to Change the Use and Approved Overall Development Plans Including Revised Final Site Plan Approval in the PUD- I 7 Zoning District and Ordinance No. 2021-10 an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance to Revise the PUD-17, Planned Unit Development- I 7 Zoning District, at the August 17, 2021, meeting. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VIII. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS VIII.A. ORDINANCE NO. 2021-09; AMENDING CHAPTER 26 CONCERNING TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES — FIRST READING GRANTED Transportation Planner Scipioni shared a summary of the analysis undertaken to inform the City's approach 'to setting speed limits on local streets in accordance with City policies and recent State legislative authority. He shared the key findings and recommendations of this analysis in detail, outlined existing conditions, and said staff recommended a uniform approach to setting local speed limits as outlined with 30 mph on four- lane major streets and other major streets with high non-local traffic; 25 mph on two-lane major and minor streets; 20 mph on major streets within School Zones; 15 mph on minor streets within School Zones; and I 0 mph on alleys (no change from current restriction). Mr. Scipioni outlined the public engagement process used and implementation plans if approved and said no additional enforcement was recommended or police resources as data supported most drivers travel at or below posted speed limits. The Council spoke about resident input, the two-year evaluation period, and how to collect public input then asked more about the implementation plan and two-year period before and after. The Council asked more about recommended speed limits and how there would be no changes to alleys then asked for further clarification on school zones. Mr. Scipioni responded how input would be taken that would include Page 4 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4. 2021 contacting the City similar to all other traffic safety concerns or a petition process and said the City would begin replacing signs by the end of August through 2021 and make changes as warranted then thanked the Traffic Commission for their work. The Council spoke how changes had happened over time that resulted in narrower streets and more sidewalks and the importance to implement speed limit changes to complement these changes and make it safer for pedestrians. Member Staunton made a motion to grant First Reading of Ordinance No. 2021-09, amending Chapter 26 of the Edina City Code concerning Traffic and Vehicles and approval of implementation plan as presented. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.B. ORDINANCE NO. 2021-08; AMENDING CHAPTER 10 RELATING TO RENTAL LICENSING — FIRST READING GRANTED Management Fellow Karim stated on April 8, 2021, members of the Edina Housing & Redevelopment Authority (HRA) authorized staff to engage the City Attorney to draft a proposed Tenant Protection Ordinance to bring forward to the City Council for adoption. The City had set a goal to both promote and commit to preserving natural occurring affordable housing (NOAH). Protecting tenants who reside in NOAH properties should always be a priority for the city. She explained more about NOAH properties and the goal to provide a full range of housing choices, particularly for low-income residents, and said staff was requesting the Council amend the Code to preserve existing NOAH properties, protect tenants' rights, and) provide added security and housing stability for tenants who depended on residing in units with affordable rents. She outlined the program in detail and said neighboring cities like St. Louis Park, Bloomington, Richfield, and Hopkins had adopted similar ordinances. Ms. Karim said a part of securing some of the City's most vulnerable housing communities was to support tenant rights to ensure that renters were treated fairly and equitably by landlords then outlined the community engagement that included a roundtable with community partners. The Council asked how the ordinance differed from other cities and complimented staff on the useful ordinance. Ms. Karim noted the differences occurred because Edina was a statutory city which restricted the ability to implement penalties but could provide accountability through rental licensing code. City Attorney Kendall explained how rent could not be raised during the 90-day notification period but the tenant could remain. The Council referred to comments made from the Minneapolis Area Board of Realtors who said they were pleased to be involved in the process then asked how relocation assistance amounts were derived and would be communicated. Ms. Karim explained how the amounts were based on similar cities and the goal to remain consistent and how staff would work to notify new property owners as part of the rental inspection process. Member Jackson made a motion to grant First Reading of Ordinance No. 2021-08, amending Chapter 10 of the Edina City Code relating to Rental Licensing. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.C. AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA AND MMRC FOR MOBILE ECMO TRUCK AND OPERATIONS — APPROVED EMS Chief Quinn shared the City, in cooperation with University of Minnesota and Minnesota Mobile Resuscitation Consortium (MMRC), would be providing mobile Extraperateul Cardiac Monitoring and Oxygenation (ECMO) services utilizing staff from Edina Fire Department and a vehicle provided by the Page 5 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4, 2021 University of Minnesota. He outlined how the proposal would help the community and surrounding area and be supported by a charitable foundation then outlined the costs and partnerships that would result in increased survival rates. Fire Chief Slama shared further comments on partnership and staffing and the unique opportunity to be at the pioneer stage of technology. He explained more about patient transport and the goal to provide this intervention to more patients at a faster rate. Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to approve the agreement with the University of Minnesota and MMRC for Mobile ECMO truck and operations. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. VIII.D. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-54; CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR INTERLACHEN COUNTRY CLUB, 6200 INTERLACHEN BOULEVARD - ADOPTED Member Pierce stated his conflict of interest regarding this item then recused himself from discussion and left the dais. Community Development Director Teague said staff added conditions to the resolution based on the discussion at the City Council July 21 public hearing and how the Planning Commission recommendation failed to receive a majority approval. He said Interlachen Country Club was requesting a Conditional Use Permit to expand the boundaries of the Country Club and add a new parking lot and expanded practice area off Waterman Avenue. There are two single-family homes, owned by the Country Club, that would continue as single-family homes that would serve as a buffer to the single-family homes to the west. A gate would be constructed at the end of Waterman Avenue, just past the single-family homes owned by the Country Club. The gate would be closed for access to the Club from Waterman for the purpose of employees, members, guests, and delivery trucks to use the main entrance off Interlachen Boulevard. The Country Club would be constructing the new cul-de-sac and roadway improvements at their expense. He outlined input from the public hearing and response and added safety improvements for employees and visitors and outlined conditions that included a revised landscaping plan subject to review of the City Forester that included additional trees for screening and other elements. The Council shared concerns about the proposed removal of mature trees and the resulting impact on carbon footprint. Joel Livingood, General Manager of Interlachen Country Club, said majority of trees were mature but would be replaced with larger trees in accordance with the ordinance at more than the I: I replacement requirement. Brian Boland, Interlachen Country Club, outlined in detail the 36 large trees, 20 significant arborvitaes, and less significant spruce and pine trees. The Council spoke about the early morning deliveries and how that control could happen earlier, impact to neighbors, crime statistics, and further explanation on the large events subject to fire department emergency plans. The Council asked about the loss of naturally occurring affordable housing on the four properties currently owned. Mr. Livingood summarized that all properties were purchased with values in excess for affordable housing and noted they were used for staff housing rent free which could be considered affordable. Mr. Teague outlined crime statistics and boundaries outside of the Country Club itself over a two-year period and did not see a correlation of increased crime. 'The Council confirmed future expansion for items such as training facilities. Mr. Livingood said their board had no intentions of expansion outside of the CUP and could possibly agree to that in writing after consideration with their board. Page 6 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4, 2021 The Council discussed the concerns raised regarding the supposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan as golf and parking were both permitted in R- I zoning. The Council spoke about the health, safety and welfare concerns and impact on properties but felt the project would improve traffic with conditions on the gate, that crime was not substantiated, then commented on greenhouse gases emissions and heat island definitions were not a violation of health/safety/welfare as the added conditions would help to address the neighborhood's concerns. The Council shared concerns about earth moving and drainage and confirmed both watersheds found the proposal acceptable as it would improve water in the lakes overall and were satisfied with the concerns regarding affordable housing as there was no housing to lose. The Council stated effective downcast lighting was critical and the creation of no outlet would result in higher property values. The Council would like to see taller conifers on the west side to create the best buffer possible and requested agreement outside of the CUP to not expand further into the neighborhood that could possibly provide for affordable housing in the future. Mr. Livingood said he would be comfortable stating no future expansion for parking but could not confirm no other future expansions without throughout discussions with the board but said Interlachen was a good community partner and planned to continue that partnership through provisions of additional trees for screening. Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2021- 54 Approving a Conditional Use Permit to Expand the Boundaries and Add a New Parking Lot at The Interlachen Country Club at 6200 Interlachen Boulevard with amendment to Condition 3B as outlined. Member Anderson seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Staunton, Hovland Abstain: Pierce Motion carried. Following a short recess, Member Pierce returned to the dais. IX. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS - Received IX.A. COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) I. MINUTES: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, JUNE 8, 2021 2. MINUTES: ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, JUNE 10, 2021 3. MINUTES: TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, JUNE 17, 2021 4. MINUTES: ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION, JUNE 24, 2021 X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE — Received XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS — Received XII.A. BUDGET WORK PLAN, RACE AND EQUITY WORK PLAN, AND FINANCIAL REPORT UPDATES XII. CALENDAR OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AND EVENTS — Received XIV. ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to adjourn the meeting at 11:31 p.m. Ayes: Anderson, Jackson, Pierce, Staunton, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/August 4. 2021 • City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, August 17, 2021. ames Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the August 4, 2021, meeting available. Page 8