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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-11-19 City Council Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL NOVEMBER 19, 2024 7:00 P.M. 1.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 2.0 ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland. 3.0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4.0 MEETING AGENDA — APPROVED Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving the meeting agenda. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 5.0 COMMUNITY COMMENT Jim Grotz, 5513 Park Place, asked why the large signage is allowed on Maison Green apartment buildings. He also asked why hundreds of additional apartments are being approved in the County when there is not a market for them. 5.1. CITY MANAGER'S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENTS City Manager Neal responded to Community Comments from current and past meetings. 6.0 CONSENT AGENDA — ADOPTED Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving the consent agenda as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of November 6, 2024 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated October 31, 2024, totaling $11,241.28, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated November I, 2024, totaling $4,279,708.69, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated November 8, 2024, totaling $826,185.22 6.3. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-98, authorizing USDA Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program Grant Agreement 6.4. Receive Petition for a Streetlight at 6905 Valley View Road 6.5. Request for Purchase, Turnout Gear Lockers for Fire Station 2, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, GearGrid at $29,935.00 6.6. Request for Purchase, Change Order #1 for Promenade Pumping System Professional Services, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Kimley Horn at $28,824.00 6.7. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-103, approving Cooperative Construction Agreement No. PW 23-11-24 between Hennepin County and Edina 6.8. Request for Purchase, Change Order #2 for Residential Permit Review Support, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Bolton & Menk at $26,000 6.9. Request for Purchase, Edinborough Park Pool Filter Replacement, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Horizon Commercial Pool Supply at $79.950 6.10. Adopt Resolution 2024-102, approving Local Public Health and Foundational Public Health Grant Agreements with the Minnesota Department of Health Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 19, 2024 7.1. RECOGNIZE SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY IN EDINA — PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation declaring Saturday, November 30, 2024, as Small Business Saturday and urged the residents to support small businesses and merchants. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving proclamation declaring Saturday, November 30, 2024 as Small Business Saturday in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Rebecca Sorenson, Executive Director of 50th & France Business Association, thanked the City and accepted the proclamation. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD — Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. 8.1. RESOLUTION NO.2024-99, SITE PLAN WITH PARKING VARIANCES FOR 3400 EDINBOROUGH WAY APARTMENT CONVERSION — CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 3, 2024 Community Development Coordinator Lewis introduced the project and gave background information on the proposal. The Council asked questions regarding the other apartment complexes that do not meet the enclosed parking stall requirements. Patrick Juetten, Alpha Investment Group, presented details of the project including his experience in real estate development, history of the building, rental prices, surrounding amenities, sustainability, parking ramp, proposed landscaping, and target residents. The Council asked questions regarding stove tops for the complex, affordability and market rates, and cost for covered parking. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:53 p.m. Public Testimony Will Readers, 7621 Edinborough Way, addressed the Council. Jan Bailey, 7607 York Avenue #7202, addressed the Council. Josh Fingerman, 5646 Interlachen Circle, addressed the Council. Steve Brown, 5528 Halifax Lane, addressed the Council. The Council asked questions regarding the process for vetting applicants, tenant turnover, snow removal, and trees. Patrick Juetten, Alpha Investment Group, stated they will look at criminal records, credit worthiness, rental histories, and income when making tenant decisions. He stated that they typically have about 25% turnover each year. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, November 24, 2024, at noon, and continue action to consider adoption of Resolution 2024-99 for Site Plan with Parking Variances for 2400 Edinborough Way Apartment Conversion, to the December 3, 2024, City Council meeting. 9.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 19. 2024 9. I. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-08, AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 36, ZONING CANNABIS BUSINESS AND ORDINANCE NO. 2024-09, AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 12, CANNABIS BUSINESS REGISTRATION — GRANT FIRST AND WAIVE SECOND READING City Management Fellow Johnson presented information regarding hours of operations for cannabis retail, municipal stores, and cannabis enforcement for use in public spaces. She also discussed testing for cannabis intoxication, temporary cannabis events, community safety, municipal law enforcement, and the possibility of cannabis use on sidewalks. Community Development Coordinator Lewis addressed questions regarding buffers for schools, preschools, and daycares and warning labels. The Council asked questions regarding managing buffers for parks and daycares. Member Agnew made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance 2024-08, amending City Code Chapter 36, Zoning Cannabis Business with an amendment to remove the buffer regarding public parks, and Ordinance 2024-09, amending City Code Chapter 12, Cannabis Business Registration. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.2. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-I00, AWARDING THE SALE OF $29,535,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2024B — ADOPTED Nick Anhut, Ehlers & Associates, presented the bond sale results for the 2024B and 2024C purposes. He presented information regarding the bond authorization, bond issuance process, bidding results, and final results. He recommended that the purchase of Series 2024B bonds be awarded to UBS Financial based on the lowest bid and purchase of Series 2024C bonds be awarded to Baird Syndicate based on the lowest bid. Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2024-100, Awarding the Sale of $29,535,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.3. RESOLUTION 2024-101, AWARDING THE SALE OF $3,220,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION HOUSING IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2024C — ADOPTED Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2024-101, Awarding the Sale of $3,220,000 General Obligation Housing Improvement Bonds, Series 2024C. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.4. RESOLUTION 2024-78, ESTABLISHING 72ND & FRANCE #3 TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT— ADOPTED Economic Development Manager Neuendorf presented information regarding the proposed TIF Financing Plan prepared for consideration, questions to consider about how TIF works, the eleven TIF Districts in Edina, existing conditions at the site, approved development plan from Enclave Companies, public benefits, potential pedestrian crossing, location and duration of the TIF plan, revenue sources and uses, revenue for the City, and comments and concerns received. He also presented information regarding TIF agreements with the developers, such as public realm benefits, affordable housing, indoor public parking, alternate scenarios, potential tax base growth, project costs eligible for TIF reimbursement, recommended terms, and lookback and clawback safeguards. The Council asked questions regarding the SPARC grant and how that can impact affordable housing, affordable housing in the TIF note, how the project would be impacted if affordable housing was removed, permanent affordable housing, and the process for a pedestrian crossing. Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/November 19. 2024 The Council expressed concerns regarding location, TIF, public infrastructure, and a potential underpass. jay Lindgren, Dorsey & Whitney stated that not all of the $11 million of affordable housing could be transferred out of the TIF district unless they created an affordable housing TIF district at 30% AMI. The Council gave feedback regarding the pedestrian crossing, transformation on this site, getting all the values out of the policies and guidelines, and ensuring clear communication to the residents. Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2024-78, establishing the 72nd & France #3 Tax Increment Financing District. Member Jackson seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Hovland Nay: Risser Abstain: Pierce Motion carried. 9.5. TIF REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS WITH EDINA ENCLAVE, LLC AND LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES, LLC — APPROVED Economic Development Manager Neuendorf described the proposed amendment to each agreement to focus on commercial leasing to set the bar for the developer to find a robust tenant mix that provides a community destination. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to approve TIF Redevelopment with Enclave Companies dba Enclave Edina, LLC and Lifestyle Communities LLC with the addition of items 9.5, etc. and adding language that is embodied in Mr. Neuendorf's handout, and authorize City staff to implement the terms of the Agreements. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Hovland Nay: Risser Abstain: Pierce Motion carried. 9.6. RESOLUTION 2024-84, CALLING FOR ADDITIONAL STUDY AND PURSUIT OF FINANCING FOR FRANCE AVENUE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING — ADOPTED Economic Development Manager Neuendorf stated the purpose of this Resolution and gave information on how it would direct staff to conduct additional studies. The Council asked for the Community Engagement Director to prepare a community engagement process and make that a part of this Resolution. The Council also recommended having a Work Session with other Commission members to collect their ideas and discuss potential collaboration on the process. The Council discussed the measurements for the underpass and how it compares to other underpasses. Economic Development Manager Neuendorf stated the next steps would be to conduct a Public Participation Plan (PPP) and engage a designer who could illustrate the project more clearly. The Council suggested changing the language of the Resolution to support the additional study/studies and expiration and potential pursuit of funding for the France Avenue pedestrian crossing. Member Pierce introduced and moved adoption of the modified Resolution No. 2024-84, supporting the additional study and expiration and potential pursuit of funding for France Avenue Pedestrian Crossing and authorizing City staff to conduct additional studies so that the City Council can determine whether or not to proceed with the possible project. Member Agnew seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Nay: Risser Motion carried. Page 4 Minutes approved by Edina City Council, December 3, 2024. Minutes/Edina City Council/November 19. 2024 10.0 COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) — None. 11.0 MANAGER'S COMMENTS — Received 11.1. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND PROGRESS PORTAL UPDATES 11.2. 2025 BOARD & COMMISSIONS ANNUAL INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS 12.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received 13.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to adjourn the meeting at 10:49 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Vkii Nay. urAISA NO Sharr All'. 41 I i 7 Clerk .t411 ames B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the November- 19, 2024, meeting available. Page 5