The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink About2025-03-18 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL MARCH 18, 2025 7:00 P.M. I.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:02 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 Ralph Zickert, 4311 Cornelia Circle, discussed a question regarding TIF asked by a resident at a previous City Council meeting, and the response given by City Manager Neal. Mr. Zickert asked about the millions of dollars spent under false pretenses. Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed a previous community comment about the 4th floor of the 4040 building, where a resident claimed neighbors were not notified, though staff refuted this. Ms. Davis recalled the project was initially approved for three stories with a setback fourth floor, but staff and the developer altered the plans in 2021. She also highlighted issues that have emerged since residents moved in. 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 Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving the consent agenda as revised to remove Items 6.4, Request for Purchase, Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Steel Truss & Engineering Services, and 6.5, Request for Purchase, Change Order #1 for Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Architectural Services, as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of March 4, 2025 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated February 28, 2025, totaling $893,694.77 and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated March 7, 2025, totaling $2,720,508.34. 6.3. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-24, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Discretionary Grant Assistance Agreement 6.4. Request for Purchase, Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Steel Truss & Engineering Services 6.5. Request for Purchase, Request for Purchase, Change Order #1 for Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Architectural Services 6.6. Encroachment Agreement for 4701 White Oaks Road 6.7. Request for Purchase, Video Detection and ADA Pedestrian Call System Upgrade at 70th and Metro Boulevard, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Traffic Control Corporation at $40,775.00 6.8. Request for Purchase, Materials for Public Works Building Partial Roof Replacement, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Garland/DBS Inc. at $256.293.00 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 18, 2025 Page 2 6.9. Request for Purchase, Unicarrier Forklift CF50N7, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Quality Equipment at $25,048.00 6.10. Request for Purchase, 2025 Ford Lightning Pickup Truck, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Boyer Ford at $51,394.80 6.11. Request for Purchase, 2025 Ford Interceptor Utility Patrol Vehicle, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Tenvoorde Ford at $46,719.94 6.12. West Metro Drug Task Force Joint Powers Agreement Second Amendment 6.13. Request for Purchase, 2025 Residential Tree Sale, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Tree Trust at $52,373.48 6.14. 2025 Liquor License Renewals Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 6.4. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE, ROSLAND PARK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE STEEL TRUSS & ENGINEERING SERVICES – AWARDED The Council expressed concerns regarding cost and MnDOT funding. Engineering Director Millner stated that they are trending to stay within the budget, but still have work to get to the final design and will keep the City Council updated. Member Risser made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, approving Request for Purchase, Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Steel Truss & Engineering Services, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Anderson Bridges at $625,900. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 6.5. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE, CHANGE ORDER #1 FOR ROSLAND PARK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES – AWARDED Member Risser made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, approving Request for Purchase, Change Order #1 for Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Architectural Services, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Snow Kreilich at $40,000. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 7.1. 2024 POLICE OFFICER, FIREFIGHTER, AND PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR – RECOGNIZED Fire Chief Slama recognized Dan Schlick, 2024 Firefighter of the Year, and discussed his achievements that have positively impacted the Fire Department. Police Chief Milburn recognized Sean Young, 2024 Mike Siitari Police Officer of the Year, and discussed the positions he has held and his achievements that have positively impacted the Police Department. Fire Chief Slama recognized Andrew LaVenture, 2024 Public Safety Employee of the Year, and discussed all the work he has done to positively impact Edina residents. 7.2. SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN – PRESENTED Sustainability Manager Bayer presented information regarding the Climate Action Plan (CAP) vision, CAP sectors, CAP goals, community-wide sector greenhouse gas trend lines, Edina’s Municipal emissions, achieving CAP goals, Conservation and Sustainability (CAS) fund, 2024 accomplishments, funding, programs, capital investment, policies, implementation challenges, CAP sectors & focusing efforts, and looking ahead. The Council asked questions regarding home energy squad visits, composting programs, recycling program, and what other communities are doing. Minutes/Edina City Council/March 18, 2025 Page 3 Sustainability Manager Bayer stated that the Home Energy Squad audit costs $50 to complete and can be done through the City’s website. Sustainability Manager Bayer stated that they have had conversations with other communities to see what is being done and what has worked for them. The Council requested information regarding a monetary data point for the City Hall energy management and data on the benchmarking program the City has. The Council discussed the improvements that have been made, transportation issues, and biofuel fleet conversion money. 8.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-25 FINAL SITE PLAN, SITE IMPROVEMENT PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT & REVISED LANDSCAPE PLAN FOR 7200/7250 FRANCE AVENUE – TABLED UNTIL APRIL 16, 2025 Community Development Director Teague presented information regarding the approved overall development plan, previously approved tree removal plan, and trees removed from private property. The Council asked questions regarding a potential underpass, enforcement for replanting trees, erosion on the sloped land, and the creation of a pond on the border of property lines. The Council expressed concerns regarding the preservation of all trees along the west lot line. Ted Carlson, Orion Investments, stated that they are working to fix the problems. Terry Minarik, Confluence, stated they have talked to the City Forester to determine where they can plant a variety of trees to get coverage. Mr. Minarik stated that they will be increasing planting to the south. The Council discussed finding a way to protect the neighbors views based on the proposed tree plans. The Council asked questions regarding why the lot line was not marked and the timeline to reach full growth of trees. Ted Carlson, Orion Investment, stated that he does not have any answer as to why the removals happened, except that it was a mistake. He stated they will go above and beyond to make sure these problems are addressed. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to table adoption of Resolution No. 2025-25, Final Site Plan, Site Improvement Performance Agreement & Revised Landscape Plan for 7200/7250 France Avenue, to the April 16, 2025 City Council Meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.2. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-04, AMENDING CHAPTER 24 & 26 CONCERNING ELECTRIC- ASSISTED BICYCLES – TABLED UNTIL APRIL 1, 2025 Engineering Director Millner presented information regarding State Statute definitions and electric-assisted bicycles. Lieutenant Venne discussed increasing educational awareness and maintaining transportation freedom. The Council expressed concerns regarding the definition of a sidewalk and allowing e-bikes on the sidewalks. The Council asked questions regarding motorized foot scooters, what behavioral changes are desired, mitigating factors, and documenting education and signage. Minutes/Edina City Council/March 18, 2025 Page 4 City Attorney Kendall discussed regulation based on reckless behavior rather than the type of e-bike. City Attorney Kendall discussed the current language in the State Statute, noting the City can modify the definition of sidewalk, if desired. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to table adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-04, Amending Chapter 24 & 26 Concerning Electric-Assisted Bicycles to the April 1, 2025 City Council Meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.3. COMMUNITY COMMENT CHANGES – APPROVED City Manager Neal stated that he has shared information regarding how other communities handle Community Comment and opened discussion for the City Council. The Council discussed all of the information and ideas that have come forward, and expressed their desire not to change the current way Community Comment is handled. The Council discussed the potential for not allowing harsh comments towards staff members, offering off- camera options as well as increasing engagement, and adding an expectation to respect decorum. Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to continue Community Comment as it is in the Council Chambers and explore options to provide off-camera with Council. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.0 COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) – Received 9.1. MINUTES: ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION ADVISORY COMMUNICATION, TIME OF SALE 10.0 MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Received 11.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS – Received 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Allison, City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, April 1, 2025. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the March 18, 2025, meeting available. Sharon Allison (Apr 2, 2025 12:34 CDT)