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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. then shared the procedure for public hearing and
community comment.
II. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Members Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland.
Absent: None.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED AS AMENDED
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to approve the meeting agenda
as amended removing Item IX.F, Sketch Plan Review for 5120 and 5124 Hankerson Avenue.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
Tim Barzen, 5285 Kelsey Terrace, shared he rented office space at 5780 Lincoln Drive and referred to the
Small Area Plan (SAP) concept and requested the City consider a SAP that would bring neighbors together
and benefit everyone while being in concert with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
Janey Weston, 6136 Brookview Avenue, shared about the first tear down in her neighborhood in 2008 and
the resulting original home loss, lot splits, and tree loss then shared data that outlined how these actions
were not good for the City, environment, neighborhoods, and wildlife.
Ralph Zickert, 4311 Cornelius Circle, said their neighborhood tried to provide input to water resources
staff about how Lake Cornelia was infested with invasive species and shared his disappointment with the
City’s decision not to treat the lake as it was based on a flawed survey. He asked for reconsideration of that
decision and urged the Council to vote against the proposed HRA assessment because the Council had not
raised the price for contractors to buy out of affordable housing and it was unreasonable to place this cost
upon the residents.
Robert Rusnak, 6232 Highwood Lane, said he supported implementation of the SAP in 2024 for the 44 acres
of Lincoln Drive/Highway 169 in northwest Edina to create a transition from the low density of Parkwood
Knolls to the proposed Bredesen SAP.
Kirk Aadalen, 4800 Hilltop Lane, shared concerns about a double digit tax increase to support affordable
housing for the next three years. He also shared concerns about providing TIF to developers to construct
apartment projects, how the City was working to meet goals for certain numbers of units, and how
developers should bear the burden to develop those units in Edina. He agreed while affordable housing was
needed in Edina this area contained some of the most valuable property in the City and developers should
not receive a free pass.
Jim Grotz, 5513 Park Place, requested that the Metropolitan Council Transit should remove signage in the
54th Street area if their intent was to no longer offer van and bus routes in this area.
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Susan Lee, 6708 Point Drive, shared comments about SAPs and how they should have been created many
years ago instead of just beginning now as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. She said there were
projects already in the Lincoln Road/Highway 169 corridor and the work should begin now and a budget set
for completion in 2024.
Martha Anderson, 5205 Parkwood Road, said she had been a resident for 37 years and owned a business
and building at 4902 Lincoln Drive. She stated the opportunity for a SAP was now.
V.A. CITY MANAGER’S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENTS
Manager Neal responded to Community Comments at the last meeting.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED AS PRESENTED
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Risser, approving the consent agenda
as presented:
VI.A. Approve Minutes of the Worksession and Regular Meeting of September 5, 2023
VI.B. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated September 1,
2023, totaling $3,671,065.51; Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated September 8, 2023
totaling $1,434,111.58
VI.C. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-62; Amending 2023 General Fund Budget
VI.D. Request for Purchase; 2024 Western Star Tandem Axle Truck with Towmaster Plow
Body, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Boyer Ford, $321,918.11
VI.E. Request for Purchase; FC22-02 Fencing and Demolition at 4401 W. 76th Street,
awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Kraus-Anderson Construction
Company, $633,515
VI.F. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-57; Authorizing Hennepin County Brownfields GAP
Financing Program Application for Fire Station 2
VI.G. Waive Permit Fees for Fire Station 2 Project
VI.H. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-60; Supporting the City of Richfield’s RCN Grant
Application
VI.I. Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-19; Amending Chapter 26 of the City Code Concerning
Bicycle Lanes
VI.J. Request for Purchase; Change Order for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 3, awarding
the bid to the recommended low bidder, Geislinger and Sons
VI.K. Request for Purchase, Tight Diamond Interchange (TDI) Professional Services Final
Design, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, TKDA, $1,266,400
VI.L. Request for Purchase, Flood Risk Reduction Adaptive Level Control Study, awarding
the bid to the recommended low bidder, Barr Engineering, $280,000
VI.M. Request for Purchase, Centennial Lakes Park Hughes Pavilion HVAC Replacement,
awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Southside Heating and Air
Conditioning, $22,059
VI.N. Receive Petition from Londonderry Townhomes of Edina Residents
VI.O. Request for Purchase, Yancey Park Irrigation Replacement, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, Peterson Companies, $37,863
VI.P. Request for Purchase, Toro Greensmaster eTriflex 3370 Electric Greens Mowers for
Braemar Golf Course, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, MTI
Distributing, Inc., $164,993.28
VI.Q. Request for Purchase, Strachauer Park Phase I Design Services, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, WSB, $37,100
VI.R. Approve League of Minnesota Cities Annual Membership Dues
Rollcall:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
VII. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
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VII.A. CONSTITUTION WEEK – PROCLAIMED
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to proclaim the week of
September 17-23, 2023 as Constitution Week in Edina.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
Diana Lynch, Monument Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, accepted the proclamation
and thanked the City for recognizing Constitution Week and the patriots who fought for our freedom.
VII.B. OPIOID SETTLMENT FUNDS UPDATE – RECEIVED
Community Health Administrator Brown shared Edina was one of the four cities designated as a Community
Health Board and outlined public health responsibilities in detail.
Dr. Nick Kelley, Bloomington Public Health Director, shared an update regarding the planned use of opioid
settlement funds. The cities of Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield have worked collaboratively in Public
Health and would continue to do so with activities related to these settlement funds. He provided an update
on current activities and future plans related to the settlement funds that impacted hospital and emergency
room visits resulting from alcohol, opioids, and cannabis. Dr. Kelley shared more about opioid-related
deaths in Hennepin County and ways to turn the tide through creation of a work group to identify action
planning and engagement and how to make changes through administration, data and evaluation, marketing
and education, partnerships, and rapid response.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file.
VIII.A. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-59 AND ORDINANCE NO. 2023-20; ZONING ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT, SITE PLAN REVIEW WITH VARIANCES FOR 4401 W. 76TH STREET (FIRE
STATION #2) – CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 3, 2023
Community Development Director Teague shared the City was proposing to tear down the existing 102,000
square foot building on the site to construct a new 36,000 square foot Fire Station. The building would
provide operational space for the Edina Fire Department and Community Health Department. This facility
would be located on the northern third of the site, with the remaining two-thirds of the site available for
redevelopment that could include housing, retail, public buildings/uses and public space. This project would
be a catalyst for implementing the Southdale Design Guidelines within this area. The large existing parking
lot on the southern portion of the site would be seeded and the existing wetland on the southwest corner
of the site would be restored. Future phases could include the potential subdivision of the site for
development opportunities, including a greenway connection to the City’s park system. He said as part of
the sketch plan review, Trace Jacques of the BKV Group designed a couple of development scenarios for
consideration based on the Southdale Design Experience Guidelines. During sketch plan review there was
not a definitive plan scenario selected for how that southern portion of the lot would develop; therefore,
staff was not recommending PUD rezoning at this time. The future of that land could be decided upon by
the City Council later. He said the proposed plans provided roadway and pedestrian access to that area on
both the east and west sides of the site per the Southdale Design Experience Guidelines then outlined
revisions made from sketch plan in detail. He shared the Planning Commission recommended denial of the
Zoning Ordinance Amendment, Site Plan, and Variances on a 5-3 vote due to concerns of the project’s
location of the proposed building on the site, not dividing the parcel the parcel into smaller 200 by 200 foot
parcels, utilizing the existing PID Zoning District, and not rezoning to PUD with a master plan for the entire
site.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
Ed Terhaar, traffic consultant, shared peak demand would include 36 employees for fire and public health
offices and 40 visitors for community space on a typical work day but parking for special events or voting
space would need to have another plan created.
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Trace Jacques, BKV Group, explained use of the large station number was standard for fire stations around
the world and was intended to be creative and artistic based on the building’s typology and the City’s green
branding.
Fire Chief Slama added their work to achieve an iconic fire station look with a tower that guided people to
the station and stated the proposed wayfinding was intentional and purposeful.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:15 p.m.
Public Testimony
Janey Westin, 6136 Brookview Avenue, addressed the Council.
Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to close the public hearing at
noon on September 25, 2023, and continue action on consideration of granting first reading of
Ordinance No. 2023-20 Amending The Zoning Ordinance To Allow Publicly Owned And
Operated Civic And Cultural Institutions, Including But Not Limited To Administrative
Offices, Libraries, Public Safety Building And Places Of Assembly As A Permitted Use In The
PID, Planned Industrial Zoning District And Adopt Resolution No. 2023-59 Approving A Site
Plan With Variances For Front Wall Signage, Side Wall Signage First Floor Building Height
And Building Transparence Facing A Public Street For Fire Station #2 At 4401 76th Street
West, to the October 3, 2023, meeting.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
IX.A. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-61; ACCEPTING DONATIONS – ADOPTED
Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2023-61, accepting
donations. Seconded by Member Agnew.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX.B. ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION; ARTS GRANTS
FOR EDINA PROGRAM – ACCEPTED
Parks and Recreation Director Vetter stated at the request of the Arts and Culture Commission, the City
Council added initiative 1.1.7 to their annual work plan on February 21, 2023. The action item was
to “Develop a detailed microgrant program for community driven Arts & Culture for presentation and review of the
Edina City Council for approval.” The Arts and Culture Commission had established guidelines for the program
and unanimously agreed to send the report to the City Council for review and adoption.
Jen Faeth, Arts and Culture Commissioner, focused on the program elements that included a microgrant
process for arts and culture in Edina and the added initiative to develop the program and finalize details that
the Commission ultimately approved. She spoke about the connection to the Comprehensive Plan and goals
to provide opportunities to build inclusive communities, activate community spaces with broad art forms,
and establish a formal role for artists and thinkers. She said they wanted to build arts and culture organically
that would be interjected into the community and celebrate connection and diversity among others. She
outlined the program in detail that included eligibility requirements, the award process, and notification for
the program and thanked all involved on this initiative.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Risser, to establish an Arts Grant
Program for Edina and direct staff to implement.
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Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX.C. LETTER OF INTENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY ON THE COLOCATION OF
THE EDINA ART CENTER – REVIEWED AND AUTHORIZED
Mr. Vetter stated staff was requesting the City Council to review the Letter of Intent with Hennepin County
for the colocation of the Edina Art Center with the Southdale Library project and if acceptable authorize
staff to negotiate and execute the Letter of Intent and negotiate relevant project agreements for eventual
City Council review and approval. He shared history of the Southdale library redevelopment and how
Hennepin County had extended the idea and discussed the potential scenario of colocating the Art Center
in their proposed Southdale Library project. In the proposed scenario for the Southdale Library site, Edina
Art Center would be a tenant and commit to a long-term lease of the site. Planning and design for the new
library had begun and anticipated to open in early 2027. Hennepin County had proposed a Letter of Intent
to outline the components of committing to colocating the Edina Art Center within the proposed Southdale
Library building project. He shared the recent art center studies in detail then spoke about the partnership
potential and a draft letter of intent for structure for future agreements that would set the structure for
negotiations and possible future approvals as well as other elements.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to authorize staff to negotiate
and execute the Letter of Intent and negotiate relevant project agreements for eventual City
Council review and approval.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX.D. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-63; ADOPTING THE PROPOSED BUDGET AND ESTABLISHING
THE PROPOSED TAX LEVY PAYABLE IN 2024 AND RESOLUTION NO. 2023-64
GRANTING CITY COUNCIL CONSENT FOR THE 2024 HRA LEVY – ADOPTED
Mr. Neal shared M.S. 275.065 required the City adopt a proposed budget and levy and certify the
proposed levy to the county auditor by September 30 who would then prepare and send parcel specific
notices between November 11 to 24. The City was also required to certify the final property tax levy to the
county by December 28, 2023. He shared the proposed budget, process and timeline, 2024-2025 proposed
budget and levy increases, community impact, tax impact on median value homes, and next steps. He outlined
the budget work plan in detail that included reliable service, livable city goals, community engagement, and a
quality of life survey in 2025. Mr. Neal shared the proposed tax levy of $54 million which was a 9.33%
increase from 2023 and the forecast for 2025 of $61 million which was a 13.46%. He noted this increase
was a forecast only and no action was required for the forecast. He outlined 2024 cost drivers that included
salary and benefits, contracts for goods and services, workers’ compensation, new positions, Centennial
Lakes Park operations, and use of one-time revenue from budget stabilization fund to offset spending
increases. Mr. Neal outlined the investment and impact of the proposed budget, median value impact, and
property tax history since 2013, and how Edina compared to other cities. He shared the City’s enhanced
services and functions in detail then outlined next steps.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2023-63 adopting the
Budget for the City of Edina for Year 2024, and Establishing the Proposed Tax Levy Payable in
2024. Seconded by Member Pierce.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
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Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2023-64 Granting City
Council Consent For the HRA Tax Levy Payable in 2024. Seconded by Member Pierce.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland
Abstain: Risser
Motion carried.
IX.E. ORDINANCE NO. 2023-09; ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REGARDING MULTI-
FAMILY HOUSING IN THE CITY’S PCD-1 AND PCD-2 ZONING DISTRICTS – FIRST
READING GRANTED
Mr. Teague shared to clarify the City’s regulations regarding multiresidential land uses in the PCD-1 and
PCD-2, Planned Commercial Zoning Districts, the City Attorney had recommended a Zoning Ordinance
Amendment as there were two separate sections of the Zoning Ordinance that were in conflict. First, City
Code Section 36-612 (Conditionally Permitted Uses in the PCD, Planned Commercial District) allowed
“multiresidential uses” as a conditionally permitted use. Multiresidential use meant a residential use
permitted in the Planned Residence District (PRD) and the Mixed Development District. Permitted uses in
the PRD included double dwelling unit buildings, residential townhouses, residential buildings containing six
or fewer dwelling units, and residential buildings. These types of structures did not have commercial uses
on the first floor or basement. Under this provision of the City Code, the City of Edina had approved
multiresidential projects, including the Edina Flats, and View 44. Second, City Code Section 36-618
(18) states that no part of any dwelling unit shall be located in a basement or on the first story of a building
in the PCD-1 or PCD-2 subdistrict. The proposed amendment clarified the ambiguity between these two
Sections of City Code.
The Council asked questions and provided feedback.
Member Jackson moved to grant First Reading to Ordinance No. 2023-09 Regarding
Multiresidential Land Uses In The PCD-1 and PCD-2, Planned Commercial Districts (Option
B) and waive second reading. Seconded by Member Pierce.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX.F. SKETCH PLAN REVIEW FOR 5120 AND 5124 HANKERSON AVENUE
Item removed from the agenda upon adoption.
X. COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) -
Received
X.A. MINUTES: ENERGY AND ENVIRONMNET COMMISSION, JULY 13, 2023
MINUTES: ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION, JULY 27, 2023
MINUTES: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, AUGUST 8, 2023
XI. MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Received
XI.A. PREP MEMO SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
XII. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS – Received
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to adjourn the meeting at 10:23
p.m.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Sharon Allison, City Clerk
Minutes approved by Edina City Council, October 3, 2023.
James B. Hovland, Mayor
Video Copy of the September 19, 2023, meeting available.