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Home My WebLink About2025-09-16 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 16, 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, thanked the Edina Fire Department for their work on the fire at his home in 2011. Mr. Zickert discussed Edina’s lack of funding for staffing the fire department over the last 15 years. Nancy Grier, 5225 Grandview Square, Unit #216, provided a timeline on how long she and her neighbors have been trying to get an advanced flasher for safety. Mrs. Greer also discussed her concerns regarding the redirected traffic. David Frankel, 4510 Lakeview Drive, noted that he filed an ADA complaint with the DOJ regarding the pedestrian bridge on Grandview, as the DOJ has stated that the bridge is not ADA-compliant. Mr. Frankel stated that the City should issue a formal public apology to all residents who have been unable to use this bridge. Mr. Frankel noted that he plans to run for City Council next year. Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, stated that USI has made a mess of her neighborhood, and she does not think that the residents should have to pay money to fix the weeds and damage they caused. Ryan Daye, 6808 Chapel Lane, shared thoughts regarding turning towards the community and focusing on the positive and their commonalities for the future in Edina. Scott Mahan, 5617 Tracy Avenue, noted that he is requesting a variance from Edina Code Ordinance on protecting trees and Edina’s tree canopy. Mr. Mahan discussed the specifics of his request for his property. Caleb Bruhschwein (remote), 5744 Ewing Avenue South, called in advocating for increased bikeability in the City. Mr. Bruhschwein asked questions regarding the anticipated increase in utility franchise fees. 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 September 2, 2025 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated September 5, 2025, totaling $82,000.00, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated August 29, 2025, totaling Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16, 2025 Page 2 $2,698,692.08, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated September 5, 2025, totaling $5,868,531.73 6.3. City of Richfield and Hennepin County Alternative Response Team Joint Powers Agreement Amendment 6.4. Request for Purchase, Braemar Park and Arena Site and Construction Testing, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Braun Intertec at $40,816 6.5. Request for Purchase, York Avenue Emergency Valve Replacement, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Valley-Rich Co., Inc., at $20,056.47 6.6. Request for Purchase, Tyler Software Annual Maintenance, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Tyler Technologies at $140,521.80 6.7. Request for Purchase, GIS Enterprise License Agreement, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Esri at $163,520.25 6.8. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-81, approving Final Plat and Development Contract for 100 Eden Avenue LLC at 5100 Eden Avenue 6.9. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-82, approving Quit Claim Deep Releasing and Terminating an Access Restriction at 5100 Eden Avenue 6.10. Approve Out-of-State Travel for Mayor Hovland 6.11. Approve New On-Sale Wine and 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License for Bellecour at Market LLC., dba Bellecour; Bellecour Bakery & Cafe 6.12. Grant First Reading Ordinance 2025-11, amending Chapter 6 Concerning Special Events and Approve Special Events Policy 6.13. Grant First Reading Ordinance 2025-12, repealing and amending Certain City Code Sections and Ordinance 2025-13, amending Chapter 2 Fee Schedule 6.14. Update to Data Practices Policy, Subject Data Policy, Data Inventory, and Protecting Not Public Data Policy Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 7.1. PROCLAMATION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 17-23 CONSTITUTION WEEK – PROCLAIMED Mayor Hovland proclaimed that the week of September 17-23, 2025, is Constitution Week in the City of Edina. Diana Lynch, Daughters of the American Revolution, thanked the City of Edina for recognizing Constitution Week. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving proclamation declaring Constitution Week as September 17-23, 2025, in the City of Edina. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried 7.2. INAUGURAL MINNESOTA ADAPTIVE OPEN HOSTED BY BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE – RECOGNIZED Joe Abood, General Manager at Braemar Golf Course, presented specifics of the Inaugural Minnesota Adaptive Open and the history behind the decision to hold the Adaptive Open at Braemar. The Council asked questions regarding public involvement. 7.3. RESOLUTION 2025-86, EXPRESSING SOLIDARITY WITH THE ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMUNITY AND CALLING FOR STRONGER GUN SAFETY PROTECTIONS – ADOPTED Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-86, expressing solidarity with the Annunciation Catholic School community and calling for stronger gun safety protections. Member Agnew seconded the motion. Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16 , 2025 Page 3 Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD – Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. 8.1. RESOLUTION 2025-84, TRANSFERRING LOCAL BOARD AUTHORITY OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION POWER AND DUTY TO HENNEPIN COUNTY (“OPEN BOOK”) - CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 7, 2025 City Manager Neal noted that earlier this summer, the City Council decided to transfer assessing services to Hennepin County, moving with it the Assessing Division staff. City Management Fellow Johnson presented an overview of the current practice for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization, taxpayer appearance types, what the Local Board can and cannot do, alternative options for Open Book, County objectives, 2024 Open Book Schedule, Hennepin County map of Open Book/Local Board cities, and County Board of Appeal and Equalization. The Council asked questions regarding the location of Open Book meetings and the differences in process for Local Board vs. Open Book. Josh Hoogland, County Assessor, discussed the flexibility with Open Book, their meeting locations, and virtual options. Mr. Hoogland discussed the variety of appraisers who would attend the meetings to answer questions. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:10 p.m. Public Testimony Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, September 28, and continue action to consider approval of transferring Local Board Authority of Appeal and Equalization and duty to Hennepin County, to the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.2. RESOLUTION 2025-83, APPROVING A SUBDIVISION (PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT) AT 6417 WARREN AVENUE - CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 7, 2025 Community Development Director Teague presented a look at the site and the subject property, proposal options to subdivide the lot, lot dimensions, final plat, and issues discussed at the Planning Commission. Tim Belland, Belland Construction, noted that he is familiar with the Codes, Ordinances, etc. in the City from the work he has done here. Mr. Belland noted that he would rather split the driveways and have the new driveway put in off of Warren Avenue. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:23 p.m. Public Testimony No one appeared to comment. Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, September 28, and continue action to consider approval of a subdivision at the property located at 6417 Warren Avenue, to the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16, 2025 Page 4 8.3. RESOLUTION 2025-80, SITE PLAN REVIEW AND VARIANCE AT 5036 FRANCE AVENUE SOUTH - CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 7, 2025 Community Development Coordinator Lewis presented the subject property, the current zoning and primary uses, the overall proposal, which includes a partial second-story addition, parking requirements, shared parking agreement, variance criteria, and staff findings. The Council asked questions regarding parking, bike racks, emphasis on alternative transit to 50th and France, parking requirement review in the Code, Chad Millner, Engineering Director, noted that the review of additional bike racks is happening currently. Ryan Burnet, Property Owner, presented the concept being proposed and its timing, the experience, alignment with the 50th and France vision, parking variance, other tangible factors, community support, and their commitment to Edina. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:52 p.m. Public Testimony Rebecca Sorenson, 4304 Eden Place, addressed the Council. Daniel del Prado addressed the Council. Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, September 28, and continue action to consider approval of a site plan review and variance at the property located at 5036 France Avenue South, to the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 8.4. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-09, AMENDING CHAPTER 36 OF THE EDINA CITY CODE CONCERNING ZONING, ARTICLE X. FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS - CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 7, 2025 Water Resources Coordinator Wilson presented information regarding the stormwater management and floodplain districts, the purpose of the Ordinance update, how they got to where they are now, maps, flood risk reduction strategy development, new local flood area district, landlocked basins, site-specific standards, and flood fill standard. The Council asked questions regarding the below-grade garages, site-specific standards, maintaining water quality, and the timing of this Ordinance amendment. Mrs. Wilson discussed current floodplain policies. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 9:15 p.m. Public Testimony Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, September 28, and continue action to consider approval of amending Chapter 36 of the Edina City Code concerning Zoning, Article X. Floodplain Districts, to the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16 , 2025 Page 5 8.5. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-10, AMENDMENT REGARDING STORMWATER MANAGEMENT - CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 7, 2025 Water Resources Coordinator Wilson presented the purpose of this Ordinance update and the stormwater management plan. The Council asked questions regarding comments from the watershed district input. Mrs. Wilson noted that they are keeping the watershed district in the loop, and there is a large overlap. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 9:24 p.m. Public Testimony Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to close the in-person public hearing, keep public comment open until Sunday, September 28, and continue action to consider approval of an amendment regarding stormwater management, to the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS 9.1. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-77, CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS APPEAL FOR 4630 EDGEBROOK PLACE – ADOPTED Assistant City Planner Dalrymple noted that this item pertained to the property owner at 4630 Edgebrook Place appealing the denial of a portion of a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) request by the Heritage Preservation Commission. The portion of the proposed COA that was denied was for the removal of the fan transom over the front door and the installation of a new arched front door. The Council asked questions regarding adding tracing to the proposed arched door, the stoop, why the proposed design is not sound from a heritage perspective, and what would need to be rebuilt. The Council gave feedback regarding the design of the proposed door not fitting the look for the historic era, the need for safety improvements, Angela Wingate, Rehkamp Larson Architects, outlined the main goals of this project, solving the tripping step and the arched door design. Mrs. Wingate stated that it is unique to see the arched brick detail, and they believe that their proposal is acceptable with the colonial style. Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Risser, granting a Certificate of Appropriateness, requesting the removal of the fan transom over the front door of the property at 4630 Edgebrook Place, and installing a new arched front door with a requirement that the exterior door reflect the fan element of the original door. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.2. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-73, CITY COUNCIL CONSENT FOR 2026 HRA LEVY – ADOPTED City Manager Neal noted that the HRA’s 2026 preliminary budget includes a property tax levy of $267,100, a 3% increase from 2025. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-73, granting City Council consent for the 2026 HRA levy. Member Agnew seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16, 2025 Page 6 9.3. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-74, ADOPTING THE PROPOSED BUDGET AND ESTABLISHING THE PROPOSED TAX LEVY PAYABLE IN 2026 – ADOPTED City Manager Neal discussed Chapter 412 of the Minnesota State Statute, which imposes specific obligations for the City Manager with regard to the City’s annual budget. Chapter 412.651(7) provides the following direction: “The city manager shall keep the council fully advised as to the financial condition and needs of the city, and the city manager shall prepare and submit to the council the annual budget.” Finance Director Thao presented the mission and vision of the City of Edina, Edina’s budget pillars and values, biennial budget process, draft Budget Work Plan 2026-2027, tentative timeline, 2026-2027 preliminary tax levy proposal, 2026-2027 proposed budget highlights, budget changes, general funds for 2026 budget, tax rate comparison, 2025 Assessment, tax capacity, certified levy, city tax rate, debt service levy projection, 2026 property tax distribution, and 2026 estimated levy impacts. The Council asked questions regarding adding more work sessions to discuss this matter and long-term staffing of paramedic firefighters being built into the budget. The Council discussed the discussion held at the work session prior to this meeting regarding the hiring of additional firefighters at the Fire Department, stabilizing budget projections, and getting below the 10% increase. The Council gave feedback on the need for additional staffing of paramedic firefighters and the need to provide safety to both the City and the firefighters. City Manager Neal noted that they have had their fellowship for 14/15 years, and they have had a large number of students from the University of Kansas, but also from other schools, including local students. Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2025-74, adopting the Proposed Budget and establishing the Proposed Total Tax Levy of $65,517,752 for payable in 2026, an 11.03% levy increase. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. 9.4. ROSLAND PARK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE PROJECT UPDATE – PRESENTED Engineering Director Millner highlighted the project team for the Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge and updated on what was heard from the State Bridge Office and State Bike and Ped Coordinator. Mr. Millner presented multiple renderings of the Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge, the options for the budget, the estimated construction cost, the total project costs, and the timeline for the project. The Council asked questions regarding adding stairs after the fact, bridge width, cost differences without the cladding, the decision-making process, and maintenance costs if cladding was not included. The Council gave feedback on the openness of the bridge without the cladding on the ramp and the architectural flow of the ramp. 10.0 MANAGER’S COMMENTS – Received 11.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS – Received 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to adjourn the meeting at 11:10 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland Motion carried. Minutes/Edina City Council/September 16 , 2025 Page 7 Respectfully submitted, Sharon Allison, City Clerk Minutes approved by Edina City Council, October 7, 2025. James B. Hovland, Mayor Video Copy of the September 16, 2025, meeting available. Sharon Allison (Oct 8, 2025 13:50:47 CDT)