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Home My WebLink About2025-05-20 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL MAY 20, 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, 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, stated that on May 7, 2025, Edina issued a press release discussing the proposed tunnel under France Avenue and noted that the funding solution will be Edina property taxes, not funding from the Met Council or Hennepin County. Mr. Zickert asked if the Edina HRA authorized the use of up to $30 million of Edina's property tax to fund the potential tunnel under France Avenue. Jason Banks, 4231 Scott Terrace, commented on the City’s Tree Ordinance and stated that they are being asked to replace the 1 tree they removed on their property with 12 new trees. Mr. Banks stated that they do not have the room for those trees, there is a lack of choice, and the trees are very costly. Meriweather Felt, 4116 Grimes Avenue South, architect for Mr. and Mrs. Banks, presented the argument for the Banks regarding the City’s Tree Ordinance. 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 revised to remove Item 6.1, Regular and work session meeting minutes of May 6, 2025, 6.3., Resolution No. 2025-39, accepting donations from the Edina Garden Council and the Kelodale Garden Club, and 6.4., Request for Purchase, Concrete Labyrinth at Arneson Acres Park, as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of May 6, 2025 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated April 30, 2025, totaling $20,823.27, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated May 2, 2025, totaling $1,460,436, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated May 2, 2025, totaling $385,588.52, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated May 9, 2025, totaling $1,211,998.22 6.3. Resolution No. 2025-39, accepting donations from the Edina Garden Council and the Kelodale Garden Club 6.4. Request for Purchase, Concrete Labyrinth at Arneson Acres Park 6.5. Request for Purchase, Insurance Agent of Record Services, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Marsh McLennan at $102,500 6.6. Approve the 2025-2026 Union Contract for International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 1275 Minutes/Edina City Council/May 20, 2025 Page 2 6.7. Request for Purchase, Translation Services for City Publications, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, INGCO International at $50,000 6.8. Request for Purchase, Braemar Golf Course 2025 Carryall 502 Lithium Utility Carts, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Club Car at $34,947.54 6.9. Approve Agreement with LiveBarn, Inc. for Live Streaming Services at Braemar Arena 6.10. Request for Purchase, 2025 Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Nuss Volvo Equipment at $129,214.00 6.11. Request for Purchase, 2025 ½-Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck with Plow, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/Aspen Equipment at $53,694.77 6.12. Current Fire Station #2 Reuse Plan 6.13. Request for Purchase, 2025 ½-Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck with Plow, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/Aspen Equipment at $53,694.77 6.14. Request for Purchase, 2025 ½-Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet at $39,950.37 6.15. Request for Purchase, 2025 ½-Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet at $39,950.37 6.16. Request for Purchase, 2025 3/4 -Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck with Plow, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/Aspen Equipment at $54,251.97 6.17. Request for Purchase, 2025 3/4 -Ton Chevy Double Cab Truck with Utility Body, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/Aspen Equipment at $72,282.93 6.18. Request for Purchase, 2025 Chevy 1-Ton Service Truck and Plow, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/Aspen Equipment at $91,692.77 6.19. Request for Purchase, 2025 Chevy 1-Ton with Service Body, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Karl Chevrolet/ABM Equipment at $88,186.57 6.20. Request for Purchase, Fox Meadow Lift Station Repair, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Integrated Process Solutions at $59,944.00 6.21. Request for Purchase, City Hall Generator Control Panel, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Ziegler Inc. at $29,310.86 6.22. Request for Purchase, Professional Services for Material Testing for ENG 25-9 York Avenue Sanitary Sewer Extension, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Braun Intertec Corp at $23,472.00 6.23. License Supplement for Verizon Small Cell Infrastructure 6.24. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-41, Department of Public Safety Grant Funding Assistance for the South Metro Public Safety Training Facility Tactical Training Building 6.25. Special Permit to Use City Property with Service of Alcohol at the Edina Art Fair, June 6-8, 2025 6.26. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-36, Designating Polling Place Locations Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 6.1. REGULAR AND WORK SESSION MINUTES OF MAY 6, 2025 – APPROVED Member Risser stated that due to her absence at the May 6, 2025, City Council Meeting, she would be abstaining from the vote. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving the regular and work session minutes of May 6, 2025. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland Abstain: Risser Motion carried. 6.3. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-39, ACCEPTING DONATIONS FROM THE EDINA GARDEN COUNCIL AND THE KELODALE GARDEN CLUB – ADOPTED Minutes/Edina City Council/May 20, 2025 Page 3 The Presidents of the Edina Garden Council and Kelodale Garden Club discussed their approximate $30,000 donation, expressed their excitement for the project, and its opening in July/August. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-39 accepting donations from the Edina Garden Council and the Kelodale Garden Club. Member Agnew seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 6.4. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE, CONCRETE LABYRINTH AT ARNESON ACRES PARK – AWARDED Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving Request for Purchase, Concrete Labyrinth at Arneson Acres Park, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Lowell Russell Concrete at $30,380. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 7.1. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK MAY 18-24, 2025 – PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation declaring Emergency Medical Services Week as May 18-24, 2025, in the City of Edina. Shaun White, Training and Safety Chief, accepted the proclamation and thanked the City for this recognition. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving proclamation declaring May 18-24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services Week in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.2. NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK MAY 18-24, 2025 – PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation declaring National Public Works Week as May 18-24, 2025, in the City of Edina. Public Works Director Olson accepted the proclamation and discussed this year’s theme of people, purpose, and presence, which highlights the ideals of Public Works professionals. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving proclamation declaring May 18-24, 2025, as National Public Works Week in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.3. PRESERVATION MONTH MAY 2025 – PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland read in full a proclamation declaring May 2025 as Preservation Month in the City of Edina. Katie Pope, Vice-Chair of the Edina HPC, accepted the proclamation. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving the proclamation declaring May 2025 as Preservation Month in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.4. 2025 EDINA HERITAGE AWARD: BOOS CABIN – AWARDED Minutes/Edina City Council/May 20, 2025 Page 4 Katie Pope, Vice-Chair of the Edina HPC, discussed the Boos’ Cabin and the history of its cultural significance. Ms. Pope stated that the interior of the cabin is filled with artifacts from the Boos family and described other features of the cabin. Jim Frey, property owner, thanked the City for the recognition and Elise Matney for writing the article. 8.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-40 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. 2025-40 accepting various grants and donations. Member Agnew seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.2. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-35 & ORDINANCE NO. 2025-05, REZONING/ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 6600-6868 FRANCE AVENUE – ADOPTED Community Development Director Teague stated that Southdale Office Partners is requesting a Rezoning/Ordinance Amendment and Conditional Use Permit to reestablish the original zoning at 6600- 6868 France Avenue. The applicant is proposing to remodel the interior of the existing middle office building and restaurant and add two small entryways for handicap accessibility in the building. The Conditional Use Permit is to continue the office use on the site. The Council asked questions regarding the tree ordinance and walkability in the area. Community Development Director Teague stated that they hope to have an ordinance amendment that will protect trees in the commercial district by the end of the year. Shawn Smith, Wildamere, stated that they have made improvements to enhance ADA access. The Council expressed concerns regarding a lack of language protecting trees in the commercial zone. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-35 approving Rezoning/Ordinance Amendment and Conditional Use Permit for 6600-6868 France Avenue. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Member Jackson made a motion to grant First and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance No. 2025-05, amending the zoning ordinance to rescind PUD-11, at 6600-6868 France Avenue. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Shawn Smith, Wildamere, thanked the Council for its approval, the work of City staff, and the community for their engagement. 9.0 COMMISSION CORRESPONDENCE (MINUTES AND ADVISORY COMMUNICATION) – Received 9.1. MINUTES: ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION, MARCH 13 & APRIL 10, 2025 10.0 MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Received 11.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS – Received Minutes/Edina City Council/May 20, 2025 Page 5 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to adjourn the meeting at 8:18 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Allison, City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, June 3, 2025. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the May 20, 2025, meeting available. Sharon Allison (Jun 4, 2025 14:36 CDT)