HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-01-21 City Council Meeting MinutesMINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT CITY HALL
JANUARY 21, 2025
7:00 P.M.
1.0 CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:01 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 Pierce, approving the meeting agenda.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
5.0 COMMUNITY COMMENT
Olivia Wegman-Krider, Project Earth, stated that overconsumption is a real issue and encouraged everyone
to attend the clothing swap at Edina High School on February 22nd to strive towards meeting the goals set
by the Climate Action Plan.
Alexander, Project Earth, discussed the Edina Climate Action Plan and how it interested him. He also
encouraged citizens to view Edina Better Together to find an area that interests them.
Bobby stated that he is the outreach coordinator for the Council of Hindus of North America and thanked
the Police for their help during a recent incident that occurred. He pointed out that they live, work, and/or
worship here and asked for extra vigilance so there are not any more similar incidents in the future.
Janey Westin, 6136 Brookview Avenue, asked that the Council keep the Community Comment portion of
the meeting exactly the way it is and not move it to the end of the meeting.
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 Agnew, approving the consent agenda
as follows:
6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of January 7, 2025
6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated January 3, 2025,
totaling $1,413,434.56, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated January 10, 2025, totaling
$1,319,783.58, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated December 20, 2024, totaling
$2,786,708.02
6.3. Request for Purchase, 2025 Efficient Building Benchmarking Services, awarding the bid
to the recommended low bidder, Touchstone IQ at $20,500
6.4. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-12, approving Parking Restrictions
6.5. Approve Traffic Safety Report of October 29, 2024
6.6. Request for Purchase, 2025 Computer Replacements, awarding the bid to the
recommended low bidder, HP at $138,790
6.7. Request for Purchase, Security Camera Service and Support Agreement, awarding the
bid to the recommended low bidder, Pro-Tec Design at $25,612
6.8. Second Amendment to Site Lease Agreement
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6.9. Approve Amendment to Foundational Public Health Responsibilities Services
Agreement between 51oomington and Edina
6.10. Approve Amendment to Local Public Health Services Agreement Between Edina and
Bloomington
6.11. League of Minnesota Cities Annual Membership Dues
6.12. Approve Ordinance No. 2025-02, Setting Morningside Water Rates
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
7.1. WINTER SALT WEEK JANUARY 27-31, 2025 — PROCLAIMED
Mayor Hovland proclaimed January 27-31, 2025, Winter Salt Week in the City of Edina.
Water Resources Coordinator Vanderwerff Wilson thanked the Council for recognizing Winter Salt Week
and outlined various activities occurring during the week.
Sue Nissen with the Hennepin County Chloride Initiative stated that this event has been well received
nationwide. Ms. Nissen stated there must be different processes on how to use salt, so she is excited about
how this week will present problems and solutions by experts in this area.
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving proclamation
declaring January 27-31, 2025, as Winter Salt Week in the City of Edina.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
7.2. ROSLAND PARK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE UPDATE — PRESENTED
Engineering Director Millner presented the project timeline for the Rosland Park pedestrian bridge. Matt
Kreilich, Snow Kreilich Architects, presented the draft design for the Rosland Park pedestrian bridge and
described the thermally modified wood structure. Ryan Evans, Bolton & Menk, spoke about the challenging
elements of the design such as the unique steel truss angles, screening objects from falling to the highway
below, challenging fabrication and shipping to the site, and more. Millner presented more renderings of the
project and discussed the next steps for the project.
The Council asked questions regarding conversations with MnDOT before too much is spent, the cost
increase for the stairs, construction timeline, mesh used, longevity of the wood slats, and safety. Millner
responded that staff is already in conversation with MnDOT and they are aware of the architectural
differences, that because of the unique design of the stairs, the cost is unknown until a fabricator is hired,
that construction should take about 3-4 months during the summer, and Kreilich stated the mesh is stainless
steel and that the wood should not have to be replaced unless damage is done to it.
8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD — Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file.
8.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-11, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT AND
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-10, VACATING PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT — ADOPTED
Community Development Director Teague presented information regarding the site location, zoning,
proposed lots, lot dimensions, and purpose of the request.
The Council asked questions regarding why the project was brought to the City Council before the Planning
Commission, conservation easements, and the cost to the City. The Council expressed concerns regarding
the process being followed. Teague explained that this was a unique situation, and the applicants wanted
assurance it would be acceptable to the City before moving forward.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:53 p.m.
Public Testimony
Jim Grotz, 5513 Park Place, addressed the Council.
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Lori Grotz, 5513 Park Place, addressed the Council.
Andrew Carter, 6012 Pine Grove Road, addressed the Council.
Janey Westin, 6136 Brookview Avenue, addressed the Council.
Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to close the public hearing.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
The Council asked questions regarding the special assessment methodology on this property, waiving
requirements, legal jeopardy for the City if the resolution was not approved, process, community benefit,
and expenses. City Attorney Kendall stated the neighbors felt there was a benefit to their properties and
have agreed to pay those assessments accordingly. He stated that it is reasonable for the residents to seek
an indication of how it would go before they applied to re-plat the land.
Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-11, approving the
Preliminary and Final Plat, and Resolution 2025-10, Vacating Public Utility Easement. Member-
Jackson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland
Nay: Risser
Motion carried.
9.0 REPORTS RECOMMENDATIONS
9.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-13 ACCEPTING DONATIONS — ADOPTED
Mayor Hovland explained that in order to comply with State Statute; all donations to the City must be
adopted by Resolution and approved by four favorable votes of the Council accepting the donations.
Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-13 accepting various
grants and donations. Member Agnew seconded the motion.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
9.2. TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REPORT ON TRAFFIC SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE
RESEARCH AND RECOMMENDATIONS — AMENDED
Transportation Commissioner Grant Wright presented traffic safety infrastructure research and
recommendations including what they did, why traffic safety matters, what more can be done, the Drive 25
awareness campaign, quick-build traffic calming solutions, grant programs to fund implementation, and trade-
offs. Transportation Planner Scipioni outlined ways to implement traffic safety improvement and presented
traffic calming strategies.
The Council asked questions regarding seasonal quick-builds, staff time needed to implement these changes,
and starting with 49th Street and White Oaks. The Council provided feedback on the awareness of speeds,
potential street murals, the importance of the work being done, and the inconsistency of speed signs on
Valley View Road.
Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, amending the Transportation
Division's 2025 work plan initiative.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
9.3. SKETCH PLAN FOR 5100 EDEN AVENUE — REVIEWED
Community Development Coordinator Lewis discussed the proposed sketch plan for 5100 Eden Avenue
and presented information regarding zoning, future land use, Grandview District development framework,
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Grandview District transportation study, dimensioned site plan, below-grade parking floors, requirements
for the request, completed or approved Grandview developments, and local bus routes.
The Council asked questions regarding the variances required, the status of properties surrounding the site,
and rezoning.
Bob Loken, ESG Architects, discussed the new use proposed for this site as an office space. Matthew
Axtmann, ESG Architects, discussed the building orientation, the pocket park, and creating public space for
the community.
The Council asked questions regarding the context of what might happen to the frontage road, pocket park,
number of variances needed, pedestrian entrance, office-commercial site, and the Opus headquarters.
Community Development Coordinator Lewis stated that there would be a new frontage road going in along
the east side, and there would still be a road connecting that frontage road to Arcadia Avenue, but it is part
of the long-term plan and would not be done immediately.
The Council provided feedback on the setback variance and alignment with the PCD-2 setback requirements,
parking requirements, mixed-use for this project, entrances and trash, and blocking elevation.
Nick Murnane, Opus Development Company, stated that they would like to keep the flexibility to see what
the market shows. Mr. Murnane discussed the Opus headquarters and what it means to them. Matthew
Axtmann discussed the design of the building and the ground-level use.
9.4. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-01, AMENDING CHAPTER 8 CONCERNING THE SALE OF
INHUMANELY BRED ANIMALS — FIRST READING GRANTED
Council Member Agnew discussed the purpose of the proposed ordinance to prohibit the sale or showcase
of inhumanely bred animals.
The Council asked questions regarding who would enforce this and what cost would be generated,
commercial kennel and breeding facilities in the City, animal boarding facilities, and penalties for violations.
City Manager Neal stated that they would not hire additional staff for this ordinance, they would use existing
staff. City Manager Neal stated that the Animal Control Officer and Public Health functions would enforce
this in the future.
City Attorney Kendall discussed the definitions of commercial kennel and breeding facility.
The Council provided feedback on the value of creating awareness in addition to having this ordinance.
Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to grant First Reading to
Ordinance No. 2025-01, Amending Chapter 8 Concerning the Sale of Inhumanely Bred
Animals.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
10.0 COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) —
Received
10.1. MINUTES: TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, NOVEMBER 21, 2024
10.2. MINUTES: ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, DECEMBER ►2, 2024
11.0 MANAGER'S COMMENTS — Received
12.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received
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13.0 ADJOURNMENT
Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to adjourn the meeting at 10:34
p.m.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland
Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Minutes approved by Edina City Council, February 4, 2025.
Video Copy of the January 21, 2025, meeting available.
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