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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 Page 1 Minutes/Edina City Council/January 21. 2025 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. Page 2 Minutes/Edina City Council/January 21. 2025 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, Page 3 Minutes/Edina City Council/January 21, 2025 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 Page 4 aures B. Hov and, Mayor Minutes/Edina City Council/January 21, 2025 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. Page 5