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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-05-06 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL MAY 6, 2025 7:00 P.M. I.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2.0 ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, and Hovland. Absent at rollcall was Member Risser. 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, Hovland Motion carried. 5.0 COMMUNITY COMMENT James Grotz, 5513 Park Place, stated that he is pleased with the construction progress on the 50th Bridge and requested that the west side of the street going down to 5200 Wilson Road become no parking due to safety concerns. Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, thanked the Edina Police for their hard work in the Southdale area and for how efficiently they have been in keeping residents safe. Taylor Bruhschwein, 5744 Ewing Avenue S, advocated for improving bike ability in the City of Edina and rethinking who they think about when discussing bike projects. Mr. Bruhschwein asked that the City consider the vast majority of bicyclists who are not a danger to pedestrians. 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 Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, approving the consent agenda as revised to remove Item 6.1, regular and work session meeting minutes of April 16, 2025, as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of April 16, 2025 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated March 31, 2025, totaling $4,945.15, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated April 11, 2025, totaling $1,342,858.51, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated April 18, 2025, totaling $1,090,271.97, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated April 25, 2025, totaling $577,875.59 6.3. Approve Agreement Permitting Redeployment of Repayment Proceeds for Grant Funds as Loan Proceeds 6.4. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-26, approving the Use of Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund for South Haven/Summit Point Recapitalization 6.5. Approve Cooperative Agreement with Nile Mile Creek Watershed District for Lake Edina and Lake Cornelia Fisheries and Aquatic Plant Management 6.6. Approve Certificate of Completion: Site Improvement Performance Agreement with Pentagon One, LLC, for 4660 77th Street, The Fred Development Project Minutes/Edina City Council/May 6, 2025 Page 2 6.7. Request for Purchase, Air Conditioner Unit for Fire Station #1 Server Room, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, MMC at $34,440.00 6.8. Request for Purchase, Cooperative Agreement with Hennepin County for ADA Improvements along France Avenue, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Hennepin County at $447,555.45 6.9. Request for Purchase, Design and Bidding Services for Public Works B100 Project, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Bolton & Menk at $49,382.00 6.10. Request for Purchase, Change Order Warranty Date for Eden Avenue & Grange Road Roundabouts, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, S.M. Hentges at $0.00 6.11. Request for Purchase, Public Works Gender Neutral Restroom Project, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, MIC Services LLC, at $105,989.24 6.12. Request for Purchase, City Hall Workstations, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Fluid Interiors at $93,150.37 6.13. Approve Transportation Commission Mid-Year Work Plan Modification 6.14. Approve Traffic Safety Report March 25, 2025 6.15. Request for Purchase, 2025 Stepp Asphalt Trailer, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Stepp Manufacturing at $63,376.00 6.16. Request for Purchase, Helpdesk Software Subscription, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, HappyFox at $28,790.40 6.17. Request for Purchase, Digital to Analog Phone Equipment Replacements, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, LOGIS at $23,663.00 6.18. Approve Summary Publication for Ordinance No. 2024-05 Zoning Amendment 7200 France Avenue 6.19. Approve Summary Publication for Ordinance No. 2025-01, Concerning Sale of Inhumanely Bred Animals 6.20. Approve Summary Publication for Ordinance No. 2025-04, Concerning E-Bike Regulations Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 6.1. REGULAR AND WORK SESSION MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 16, 2025 – APPROVED Member Jackson was absent from the April 16, 2025, City Council meeting and wished to abstain from the vote for approval. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving regular and work session meeting minutes of April 16, 2025. Ayes: Agnew, Pierce, Hovland Abstain: Jackson Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 7.1. NATIONAL POLICE WEEK, MAY 11-17, 2025 – PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation recognizing the week of May 11-17, 2025, as National Police Week in the City of Edina. Sgt. Darren Davis and Sgt. Emily Jepson accepted the proclamation. They noted that this week is a time of reflection and remembrance for the law enforcement officers who serve with integrity and courage. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving proclamation declaring May 11-17, 2025, as National Police Week in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD – Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. Minutes/Edina City Council/May 6, 2025 Page 3 8.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-35, ORDINANCE NO. 2025-05; REZONING/ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 6600-6868 FRANCE AVENUE – CONTINUED TO MAY 20, 2025 Community Development Director Teague presented the background on the site referred to as the Southdale Office Center, office and residential use in the Comprehensive Plan, the PUD zoning, the approved PUD Plan from 2017, previously proposed developments for the site, and the current proposal being made tonight. Della Kolpin, OV Development, presented further detail and visuals on what is being proposed for the site, including the campus site plan, existing 6700/6750 entry, the new 6700 and 6750 entry cubes and plans, interior perspectives, and hardscape/landscape. The Council asked questions regarding the front parking lot changes, potential cafeteria renovations, and revisiting the City Council/Planning Commission for specific changes being added. Della Kolpin, OV Development, stated that they plan to create a roundabout to make the entrances easier to find. They are looking for a new tenant for the café. Community Development Director Teague stated that a new building or parking ramp would require a Site Plan review and to come back before the City Council. Community Development Director Teague commented on the Commercial Tree Protection Ordinance. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Public Testimony Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council. Jerry Krause, 6566 France Avenue Unit #308, addressed the Council. Della Kolpin, OV Development, stated that the infiltration will be surface but not a wet pond, and there is no wet landscaping since it is a dry pond. Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, May 11, 2025, and continue action to consider approval of rezoning/ordinance amendment and conditional use permit for 6600-6868 France Avenue, to the May 20, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. 9.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS 9.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-37 ACCEPTING DONATIONS – ADOPTED Mayor Hovland explained that in order to comply with State Statutes; 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. 2025-37 accepting various grants and donations. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. 9.2. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33, REZONING, SUBDIVISION, SITE PLAN WITH VARIANCES AT 5100 EDEN AVENUE FOR OPUS – ADOPTED Community Development Coordinator Lewis discussed what was presented at the previous meeting. The Council asked if the revised commercial zoning would require fewer variances. Minutes/Edina City Council/May 6, 2025 Page 4 Community Development Coordinator Lewis stated that a goal of revising the Zoning Code will be to more closely match their true expectations. Community Development Coordinator Lewis clarified the setbacks noted on the Compliance Table. The Council expressed their thanks to Opus for incorporating the feedback they received into their project. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-33, approving rezoning, subdivision, and site plan with variances at 5100 Eden Avenue. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. 9.3. RESOLUTION 2025-32, LINCOLN AND LONDONDERRY SMALL AREA PLAN AND SUBMISSION TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL – ADOPTED The Council clarified that this item requires a four-fifths majority for approval. The Council thanked everyone involved for their hard work on this plan and acknowledged that some people were opposed to any changes, but now there is a great blueprint for improving things going forward and what those changes can look like. The Council provided feedback regarding the survey conducted being used as a pulse point to ensure residents are heard and valued. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-32, approving the Lincoln and Londonderry Small Area Plan and authorizing submission to the Metropolitan Council. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. 9.4. SKETCH PLAN FOR 6016 VERNON AVENUE (VERNON MEMORY CARE) – REVIEWED Community Development Director Teague noted that this proposal is to tear down the existing building and build a three-story 20-unit memory care facility, and a site plan review, variances, and parking/traffic study would be required; however, a Comprehensive Plan amendment would not be required. Josh Brandsted, Greco, presented their idea for the site and the feedback they have received, including the traffic, parking, and visitor counts, Level 1-3 floor plans, renderings, and interior and exterior concept images. The Council asked questions regarding memory care and what would be occurring at the site, traffic issues, feedback received from residents, sidewalks, how suppliers would get in and out of the parking lot, and proposed landscaping. Josh Brandsted, Greco, discussed details regarding what occurs at memory care facilities regarding medical care, incoming medical personnel options for emergency access points, space for larger trucks to turn and get through, staffing, visitors, meals, activities and community engagement. Mindy Michael, Kaas Wilson Architects, stated that the facility is always secured to ensure safety to all residents. The Council gave feedback regarding bringing back updated renderings to find out what the building would look and feel like and expressed some concerns regarding the density of the project for this site. The Council stated they are excited to see where this project may go. 9.5. EDINA HIGH SCHOOL PARKING CHALLENGES AND CREEK VALLEY PARKING LOT DISCUSSION – PRESENTED Engineering Director Millner stated that the questions that need to be discussed are: “Does Council want to provide parking to Edina High School?” and “Does Council want to maintain this parking lot in the winter?” Millner presented an overview of current parking, the 2018 parking study done, current parking restrictions, and 2025 parking restriction changes. He also presented the existing conditions of the soccer field parking lot and potential options, and asked for feedback. Minutes/Edina City Council/May 6, 2025 Page 5 The Council asked questions regarding accessibility for snowplow trucks, how the issues formed, the cost to the City for snow removal, accessible routes to the high school from the churches, the parking permit process, and ADA requirements for students. Millner stated that there are safety issues from the lack of sidewalks in the area, and discussed the parking permit prioritization for parking. The Council gave feedback on permitting the 40-45 stalls in the parking lot and potentially maintaining the lot in the winter as well, and what problems they are seeking to solve. The Council expressed concerns about the safety of those in the neighborhood and supported getting feedback from those residents. The Council discussed leaning towards Option 1, but would like to get more data from the City. 10.0 COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) – Received 10.1. MINUTES: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, MARCH 11, 2025 10.2. MINUTES: TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, MARCH 27, 2025 11.0 MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Received 12.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS – Received 13.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to adjourn the meeting at 9:07 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Kari Sinning, Deputy City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, May 20, 2025. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the May 6, 2025, meeting available. Kari Sinning (May 22, 2025 08:02 CDT)