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Home My WebLink About2024-11-19 Work Session Meeting Packet Meeting location: Edina City Hall Community Room 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda Tuesday, November 19, 2024 5:30 PM Accessibility Support: The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing amplification, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Meeting Topics 3.1. Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan Check-in 4. Adjournment Page 1 of 39 d ITEM REPORT Date: November 19, 2024 Item Activity: Discussion Meeting: City Council Agenda Number: 3.1 Prepared By: Addison Lewis, Community Development Coordinator Item Type: Report & Recommendation Department: Community Development Item Title: Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan Check-in Action Requested: None. Discussion only. Information/Background: On April 2, 2024 the City Council approved a contract with Mend Collaborative to serve as a consultant for the Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan. The project's primary objective is to develop a comprehensive vision that will serve as a guide for future redevelopment and infrastructure decisions within the study area near Lincoln Drive and Londonderry Road. More information can be found on the project page on Better Together Edina. Since the project began, the working group has met eight times and undertaken community engagement activities, including two open houses, online engagement, three pop-up meetings, and a business and landowner survey. The consultant and working group will give an overview of the process to date and present preliminary findings and recommendations. Resources/Financial Impacts: The contract with Mend Collaborative for completing this small area plan is for $124,920. Relationship to City Policies: It is intended that this small area plan would be adopted as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to guide future redevelopment and infrastructure decisions. Supporting Documentation: 1. Plan Recommendation Boards 2. Presentation Page 2 of 39 Legend 3 6 6 6 8 8 7 6 5 10 10 10 10 10 5 13 13 13 14 17 15 16 1618 Character of Housing and Development 1 Rightsize development including residences, commercial development, and office spaces. 2 Establish design standards. Economic Development and Local Businesses 3 Attract neighborhood scale commercial development by rezoning the northwest corner of Lincoln and Londonderry. 4 Improve outdoor spaces and the look of industrial spaces. Community and Gathering Spaces 5 Establish trail rest stops. 6 Create smaller gathering areas along the Nine-Mile Creek Trail. 7 Establish a community gathering space. 8 Use public art to establish the area as a gateway to Edina 9 Establish low-impact development near sensitive ecosystems. Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 10 Naturalize green spaces. 11 Increase tree canopy. 12 Establish ecological and stormwater development standards for future redevelopment. Getting Around Safely 13 Improve intersections. 14 Create a new trail connection to the Opus LRT station. 15 Create new boardwalk connections. 16 Improve “cow paths.” 17 Redesign Lincoln Drive as a greenway. 18 Improve local bus service connections. Community Involvement and Visionary Planning 19 Develop community branding. 20 Build community support and promote inclusivity around future area improvements and development with the existing neighbors in the area. DRAFT Short Term Recommendations Page 3 of 39 Legend Character of Housing and Development & Economic Development and Local Businesses 1 Master plan mixed use development for future redevelopment on the Children’s site. 2 Rezone for new commercial and residential development north of Londonderry Road based on the “Rightsize Development” strategy. 3 Request a noise wall and plant a vegetated buffer on HWY 169 to improve conditions for development and reduce noise and pollution impacts. Community and Gathering Spaces Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 4 Establish a new central green space to buffer residential from commercial uses. Getting Around Safely 5 Redesign circulation to establish smaller blocks and direct traffic closer to the highway. 1 2 2 2 5 5 5 3 4 3 DRAFT Long Term Recommendations * dependent on sewer capacity limitations being resolved Page 4 of 39 2024 Small Area Plan City Council Working SessionDRAF T Page 5 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan2 July - September 2024 Understand May + June 2024 Goal: Understand key issues, challenges, and previous plans affecting the study area. Envision Goal: Provide vetted strategies and approaches related to project goals. Act Goal: Document a clear path to implementation. Adopt Goal: Facilitate adoption by relevant regulatory bodies. October - December 2024 January - March 2025 Project Study Area & Schedule DRAF T Page 6 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan3 Community Engagement 8 Working Group Meetings Two Public Open Houses Online Engagement 3 Pop-up Meetings Business and Land Owner SurveyDRAF T Page 7 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan4 Open House 1 | Visioning Activity Emerging Priorities Participants completed the sentence prompt: The best thing about Lincoln and Londonderry today is... by writing on a piece of paper and attaching it to a cork board. special places great neighbors nature & recreation low density safety peace, quiet beauty highway access The Best Thing About Lincoln and Londonderry Today is... 432 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 least noted most noted 11 7 5 4 4 3 3 2 DRAF T Page 8 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan5 Open House 1 | Visioning Activity Emerging Priorities Participants completed the sentence prompt: In the future, Lincoln and Londonderry Needs... by writing on a piece of paper and attaching it to a cork board. Restaurant + retail nature and recreation more housing no change in traffic walkability community space more public transit no added housing less crime address sewage issue In the future, Lincoln and Londonderry Needs... 420 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 most notedleast noted 18 12 10 8 8 7 7 6 4 3 3 2 2 low density dev. keep it the same DRAF T Page 9 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan6 1. Character of Housing and Development 2. Economic Development and Local Businesses 3. Community and Gathering Spaces 4. Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 5. Getting Around Safely 6. Community Involvement and Visionary Planning Community Priorities DRAF T Page 10 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan7 In 2040, the Lincoln and Londonderry area will be a welcoming gateway to western Edina. There will be shops, restaurants, homes, and jobs, all in a natural setting along Nine Mile Creek. It will be thoughtfully and sustainably designed, blending eco-friendly amenities with natural beauty. The area will be easy to get to and move around in, with bike lanes and trails, walking paths, bus stops, and carefully integrated parking. The Lincoln and Londonderry area will be a great place to live, work, and gather, fostering community and encouraging people to use the trails and gathering spaces. Vision Statement DRAF T Page 11 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan8 Encourage a diverse array of local businesses that support the community’s needs. Ensure safe, accessible, and efficient movement for all. Promote a balanced approach to housing that respects community needs and preferences. Foster a forward-thinking approach to development that involves the community. Create vibrant spaces that encourage and foster community and inclusivity. Preserve and enhance the natural environment, prioritizing sustainability and outdoor activities. Community Priority Statements DRAF T Page 12 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan9 Open House 2 | Community Workshop Presentation and Survey 3 6 34 25 2 2 Which neighborhood do you live in? 48 respondents DRAF T Page 13 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan10 Online Prioritization 17 participants18 participants In-person Prioritization consistent winner inconsistent Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship Getting Around Safely Getting Around Safely Character of Housing and Development Character of Housing and Development Community and Gathering Spaces Community and Gathering Spaces Community Involvement and Visionary Planning Community Involvement and Visionary Planning Economic Development and Business Economic Development and Business ! !! Inconsistent ! Mentimeter | Community Workshop Presentation and Survey Which priority is most important to you? 35 respondents DRAF T Page 14 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan11 Current Situation: 1. Capacity is nearly fully utilized 1. Even uses currently allowed by zoning could be denied permits Options: 1. Capacity shifts on site 2. Connection to Minnetonka 3. Upgrade in Edina City of EdinaSanitary Sewer Pipe Constraints Properties with Sewer Constraints Properties with Sewer Constraints Removed 2024-2025 Constraints: Sewer Capacity DRAF T Page 15 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan12 Recommendations that don’t require resolution of the sewer constraints: • Minor changes to land use • Establishment of policies • Mobility improvements • Beautification and gathering space improvements Recommendations that do require resolution: • Major changes to land use • Major changes to circulation Small Area Plan Approach DRAF T Page 16 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan13 Character of Housing and Development 1. Rightsize Development including residences, commercial development, and office spaces. 2. Establish Design Standards Short Term Recommendations POL I C YDRAF T Page 17 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan14 Economic Development and Local Businesses 1. Attract Neighborhood Scale Commercial Development by rezoning the northwest corner of Lincoln and Londonderry. Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 18 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan15 Economic Development and Local Businesses 2. Improve outdoor spaces and the look of industrial spaces. Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 19 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan16 Community and Gathering Spaces 1. Establish trail rest stops Short Term Recommendations Lincoln Drive9 M i l e C r e e k T r a i l 9 M i l e C r e e k T r a i l DRAF T Page 20 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan17 Community and Gathering Spaces 2. Create smaller gathering areas along the Nine-Mile Creek Trail Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 21 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan18 Community and Gathering Spaces 3. Establish a Community Gathering Space Short Term Recommendations Lincoln DriveLondonderry Road DRAF T Page 22 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan19 Community and Gathering Spaces 4. Use Public Art to establish the area as a gateway to Edina. Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 23 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan20 Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 1. Establish Low Impact Development near sensitive ecosystems Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 24 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan21 Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 1. Naturalize green spaces Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 25 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan22 Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 1. Increase tree canopy Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 26 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan23 Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 1. Establish ecological and stormwater development standards for future redevelopment. Short Term Recommendations POL I C YDRAF T Page 27 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan24 Getting Around Safely 1. Improve Intersections Short Term Recommendations Londonderry Road Lincol n Drive Lincoln DriveLincoln DriveDovre DriveDRAF T Page 28 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan25 Getting Around Safely 2. Create a new trail connection west to the Opus LRT station. Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 29 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan26 Getting Around Safely 3. Create new boardwalk connections Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 30 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan27 Getting Around Safely 4. Improve “cow trails” Short Term Recommendations Lincoln DriveDRAF T Page 31 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan28 Getting Around Safely 5. Redesign Lincoln Drive as a Greenway Short Term Recommendations Lincoln DriveDRAF T Page 32 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan29 Getting Around Safely 6. Bus Service Improvements Short Term Recommendations TDRAF T Page 33 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan30 Community Involvement and Visionary Planning 1. Develop Community Branding 2. Build community support and promote inclusivity around future area improvements and development with the existing neighbors of the area. Short Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 34 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan31 Character of Housing and Development + Economic Development and Local Businesses 1. Master plan mixed use development for future redevelopment on the Children’s site. Long Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 35 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan32 Character of Housing and Development + Economic Development and Local Businesses 2. Rezone for new commercial and residential development north of Londonderry Road based on the “Rightsize Development” strategy. Long Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 36 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan33 Character of Housing and Development + Economic Development and Local Businesses 3. Request a noise wall and plant a vegetated buffer on 169 to improve conditions for development and reduce noise and pollution impacts. Long Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 37 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan34 Community and Gathering Spaces + Green Spaces and Environmental Stewardship 1. Establish a new central green space to buffer residential uses from commercial uses. Long Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 38 of 39 Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan35 Getting Around Safely 1. Redesign circulation to establish smaller blocks and direct traffic closer to the highway Long Term Recommendations DRAF T Page 39 of 39