HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-11-18 Work Session Meeting Packet
Meeting location:
Edina City Hall
Community Room
4801 W. 50th St.
Edina, MN
City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
5:30 PM Accessibility Support:
The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing amplification,
an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Meeting Topics
3.1. 2026 - 2027 Budget
4. Adjournment
Page 1 of 39
d
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 18, 2025 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: City Council
Agenda Number: 3.1
Prepared By: Scott Neal, City Manager
Item Type: Other Department: Finance
Item Title: 2026 - 2027 Budget
Action Requested:
Discussion only
Information/Background:
Council will discuss Enterprise Fund budgets and receive General Fund budget updates regarding
changes made since Preliminary Levy adoption, Firefighter grant update, Human Services funding along
with reviewing and finalizing budget work plan.
This is a continuation of series of budget discussions with Council Members in advance of the final
levy approval in December 2025.
Resources/Financial Impacts:
The City is also required to certify the final property tax levy to the county by December 28, 2025.
Relationship to City Policies:
The Biennial budget details the key priorities of the City Council and the resources dedicated to
achieve results for Edina residents utilizing strategic guidance from Vision Edina, the Comprehensive
Plan, and the Capital Improvement Plan.
Budget Pillar:
Strong Foundation
Reliable Service
Livable City
Better Together
Values Impact:
None
Supporting Documentation:
1. Staff Presentation
Page 2 of 39
2. 2026-2027 Budget Work Plan Draft Document
3. 2026-2027 Capital Equipment Replacement Plan
4. 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Project Plan
Page 3 of 39
EdinaMN.gov
2026 –2027 Levy and Budget
November 18, 2025
Page 4 of 39
Tentative Timeline
Date Event Action
Dec 17th Council Approved 2025 Levy and Budget
February 4th & 6th Council Work Session Council Work Session (Services Overview by Dept.)
March 15th Discussion & Goal Setting Council Retreat
May 6th Council Work Session Council Work Session
May 20th Council Work Session Council Work Session
August 19th 26/27 Budget Presented Council Work Session
September 2nd 26/27 Budget Discussion Council Work Session
September 16th Council Work Session &
Council Meeting
Adopt Preliminary Levy
September 30th Finance Deadline Preliminary levy due to County
November 18th Council Work Session Council Work Session
Dec. 2 nd Council Work Session &
Council Meeting
Public hearing and adopt final 2026/27 Levy
Dec. 16th Council Meeting Adopt Final Levy
Dec. 28 th Finance Deadline Final levy certification due to County
January 2025 Finance Deadline Publish detail budget book to website
Page 5 of 39
Agenda
•Enterprise Funds
•General Fund Update
•Changes since Preliminary Levy approval
•Paramedic Firefighter Grant update
•Human Services Funding
•Review Budget Work Plan
Page 6 of 39
2026 Draft Consolidated Budget
Edina Consolidated Budget (in millions)
$226M
Governmental Funds
$142.5M
General Fund
$72.1M
Debt Service Fund
$11.6M
Construction Fund
$47.6M
Special Revenue Funds, including
HRA $11.03M
Enterprise Funds
$73.3M
Utility Fund
$45.7M
Liquor Fund
$11.2M
Park Enterprises
$16.3M
Internal Service Funds
$10M
Risk Management
$2.7M
Equip. Operations
$2.2M
IT
$3.1M
Facilities
$1.8M
Page 7 of 39
Enterprise Funds
Aquatic Golf Braemar Art
Utilities Liquor Center Course Arena Field Center Edinborough Centennial
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Total
REVENUES AND TRANSFERS IN
Operating Revenues 33,848,027$ 10,960,000$ 1,160,901$ 6,274,400$ 2,999,125$ 570,150$ 125,000$ 1,530,798$ 982,759$ 58,451,160$
Intergovernmental 182,000 - - 1,500 - - - - - 183,500
Investment Income 447,020 45,320 49,440 53,560 13,390 26,780 4,120 10,300 4,936 654,866
Other Revenues 5,000 - - - - - - - - 5,000
Transfers In - 5,400 19,400 100,700 192,250 1,330 501,025 721,000 446,532 1,987,637
TOTAL REVENUES AND TRANSFERS IN 34,482,047 11,010,720 1,229,741 6,430,160 3,204,765 598,260 630,145 2,262,098 1,434,227 61,282,163
EXPENSES AND TRANSFERS OUT - BY TYPE
Cost of Goods Sold - 7,348,000 81,500 306,000 128,125 - - 39,500 15,000 7,918,125
Personnel Services 3,957,086 1,901,660 696,847 2,906,674 1,639,083 224,433 340,623 1,264,187 1,041,847 13,972,440
Contractual Services 11,060,699 820,569 341,188 933,677 1,286,102 301,414 83,824 501,678 427,645 15,756,796
Commodities 1,419,150 51,500 159,121 508,050 160,363 19,675 29,275 207,456 149,805 2,704,394
Internal Services 1,801,447 403,356 74,939 594,633 338,439 98,199 63,043 259,064 177,334 3,810,453
Capital Outlay 25,306,036 - - 571,000 - 200,000 - - - 26,077,036
Interest and Fiscal Charges 1,643,406 - 5,900 165,194 43,025 - - - - 1,857,525
Transfers and Contributions 517,051 650,000 - - - - - - - 1,167,051
TOTAL EXPENSES AND TRANSFERS OUT 45,704,875 11,175,085 1,359,495 5,985,228 3,595,137 843,720 516,765 2,271,885 1,811,631 73,263,820
CHANGE IN NET POSITION (11,222,828)$ (164,365)$ (129,754)$ 444,932$ (390,372)$ (245,460)$ 113,380$ (9,787)$ (377,404)$ (11,981,657)$
ESTIMATED ENDING NET POSITION 109,046,986$ 598,557$ 2,537,575$ 3,979,533 2,098,791$ 5,662,787$ 34,001$ 74,594$ 1,386,384$ 125,419,209
2026 ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGETS
Page 8 of 39
Internal Service Funds
Purpose – Allocating central
“overhead” expenses:
Risk Management – Property,
liability & workers’ comp
insurance
Equipment Operations –
Maintain vehicles and equipment
Information Technology
equipment & services
Facilities Management –
Maintain and operate facilities
Risk Equipment Information Facilities
Management Operations Technology Management
Fund Fund Fund Fund Total
REVENUES AND TRANSFERS IN
Operational Revenues 2,788,877$ 2,247,840$ 2,992,865$ 1,912,406$ 9,941,988$
TOTAL REVENUES AND TRANSFERS IN 2,788,877 2,247,840 2,992,865 1,912,406 9,941,988
EXPENSES AND TRANSFERS OUT - BY TYPE
Personnel Services 499,042 849,612 1,465,496 609,418 3,423,568
Contractual Services 2,207,141 245,820 1,303,685 1,080,882 4,837,528
Commodities 8,000 1,108,300 215,000 93,239 1,424,539
Capital Outlay - - 265,000 101,250 366,250
TOTAL EXPENSES AND TRANSFERS OUT 2,714,183 2,203,732 3,249,181 1,884,789 10,051,885
CHANGE IN NET POSITION 74,694 44,108 (256,316) 27,617 (109,898)
2026 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND BUDGETS
Page 9 of 39
2026 – 2027 Preliminary Tax Levy Proposal – Updated
2024
Adopted
2025
Adopted
2026
Preliminary
Proposed
2027
Preliminary
Proposed
2026
Final CM
Proposed
2027
Final CM
Proposed
General Fund $43,744,165 $47,543,215 $54,435,919 $58,555,298 $53,212,940 $57,279,645
Debt Service $3,471,700 $5,377,639 $6,448,283 $6,771,866 $6,448,283 $6,771,866
Construction $4,470,000 $3,668,000 $2,913,450 $4,219,278 $2,913,450 $4,219,278
Special Street $1,481,000 $1,762,000 $1,053,000 $1,355,400 $1,053,000 $1,355,400
Special Park $1,000,000 $400,000 $400,000 $400,000 $400,000 $400,000
HRA $251,700 $259,300 $267,100 $275,100 $267,100 $275,100
Total Tax Levy $54,418,565 $59,010,154 $65,517,752 $71,576,942 $64,294,773 $70,301,289
% Increase 9.15%8.44%11.03%9.25%8.96%9.34%
Page 10 of 39
2026 – 2027 Proposed City Manager Budget Highlights:
•Debt Service addition for Fire Station 2
•Debt Service addition for Aquatic Center
•Debt Service addition for Highway 100 Interchange
•*6 Paramedic Firefighters
•Savings from transitioning Assessing Services to the County
•2050 Comprehensive Plan Updates
•Continues contracting public safety partnership programs with Hennepin
County, such as Joint Community Police Partnership and our embedded
social worker program (previously funded with ARPA funds)
•Strategic Capital and Equipment Investments
Page 11 of 39
2026 – 2027 Projects Funded with Alternative Fundings
•Mental Health Services Advancements (Public Safety Aid): $300,000
•Budget Work Plan – Fire Station 3 Site Plan (Construction Fund Reserves):
$1,500,000
•Budget Work Plan – Edinborough Park Study (General Fund Surplus): $150,000
•Budget Work Plan – Process Automation and AI Exploration (IT ISF): $50,000
•Budget Work Plan – Comprehensive Plan (General Fund Surplus): $250,000
•Budget Work Plan – Comprehensive Plan – Park System Plan (General Fund
Surplus): $200,000
•Budget Work Plan – Enhancing Support for Staff – Vulnerability Assessment
(Risk ISF): $10,000
Page 12 of 39
4.87%
4.27%
2.28%
0.38%
1.89%
2.33%
0.52%
1.96%
1.47%
0.31%
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
Base New Debt 12 Firefighter/Paramedic Budget Additions Budget Work Plans
Budget Changes at Preliminary Approval
11.03%
9.25%
2026 2027
Page 13 of 39
4.87%
7.03%
2.28%
0.38%
1.80%
1.58%
0.41%
0.27%1.40%
0.08%
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
Base New Debt 6 Firefighter/Paramedic Budget Additions Budget Work Plans
Budget Changes - City Manager Proposed
8.96%9.34%
2026 2027
Page 14 of 39
Public Safety
53%
Public Works
17%
General
Government
15%
Parks &
Recreation
12%
Community
Development
3%
Uses
General Fund – 2026 Budget
Property Taxes
75%
Charges for
Services
10%
Licenses &
Permits
8%
Intergovernmental Revenues
3%
Franchise
Fees
1%
Other
1%
Fines &
Forfeitures
1%
Interest on Investments
0.6%
Sources
Page 15 of 39
2026 Human Services Funding
$50,000 Edina Resource Center
$19,000 VEAP
$18,000 Cornerstone
$17,000 Senior Community Services
$20,000 Edina Historical Society
$12,000 Help at your Door
$12,000 Beacon Interfaith
$9,500 Edina Give and Go
$7,500 Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness
$5,000 Oasis for Youth
$170,000 Total budget for 2026
Page 16 of 39
Draft Budget Work Plan 2026-2027
•Fire Station 3 Design & Planning
•Park Improvements:
•Fred Richards
•Braemar Arena
•Braemar Park
•South Trunk Sanitary (Cahill Industrial Area)
•Police Department/City Hall Renovation Design &
Planning
•Replace Pump Room at Edina Aquatic Center
Page 17 of 39
Draft Budget Work Plan 2026-2027
•Enhancing Support for Staff Experience Social
Disruption Events
•Mental- Health Service Advancements
•Assessing Transition
•Edinborough Park
•Process Automation & AI Exploration
•Staffing Study
Page 18 of 39
Draft Budget Work Plan 2026-2027
•Affordable Housing Advancement and Growth
•Comprehensive Plan Update
•Zoning Code Update
•Safe & Equitable Mobility Action Plan
Page 19 of 39
Draft Budget Work Plan 2026-2027
•Quality of Life Survey
•Community Engagement Online Platform Update
•Long-Term Art Center Plan
Page 20 of 39
2026 Preliminary Tax Rate Comparison > 45,000 Population
52.3%
48.7%
46.0%
39.1%38.3%
33.2%32.5%33.0%
30.0%
27.3%
2026 Prelim Avg. Tax Rate:
38.0%
0.0%
10.0%
20.0%
30.0%
40.0%
50.0%
60.0%
St. Louis Park Burnsville Apple Valley Minnetonka Eagan Lakeville Eden Prairie Edina Maple Grove Plymouth
2025 Tax Rate 2026 Prelim Tax Rate 2025 Average 2026 Prelim Average
Credit: City of Plymouth 2025 Financial OverviewPage 21 of 39
2026 Preliminary Tax Rate Comparison > 10,000 Population
70.7%67.9%66.1%65.7%63.2%62.1%
57.6%55.7%55.3%52.3%
48.1%
43.6%42.0%39.1%
33.0%32.5%30.0%27.3%
2026 Prelim Avg Tax Rate:
50.7%
0.0%
10.0%
20.0%
30.0%
40.0%
50.0%
60.0%
70.0%
80.0%
2025 Tax Rate 2026 Prelim Tax Rate 2025 Average 2026 Prelim Average
Credit: City of Plymouth 2025 Financial OverviewPage 22 of 39
Tax Capacity, Certified Levy and City Tax Rate –
City Manager Proposed
$157,910,360 $164,716,554 $169,928,228
$190,473,325
$205,645,781 $211,649,964 $215,088,974
$39,659,543 $42,021,871 $45,367,336 $49,855,000 $54,418,565 $59,010,154 $64,294,773
27.9%28.8%28.9%28.1%28.4%30.2%32.4%
-5.0%
5.0%
15.0%
25.0%
35.0%
45.0%
55.0%
65.0%
$-
$50,000,000
$100,000,000
$150,000,000
$200,000,000
$250,000,000
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026*
Tax Capacity Certified Tax Levy City Tax Rate
*2026 is estimate based on staff proposedPage 23 of 39
Debt Service Levy Projection (approved vs. future)
$-
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
$9
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030Millions
Gymnasium Fire Station 1 Public Works Facility Sports Dome
Fire Station 2 Aquatic Center Highway 100 Interchange Future Potential Projects
Page 24 of 39
How is your 2026 property tax distributed?
Page 25 of 39
2026 Estimated Levy Impacts at CM Final Proposed
•In 2025 a $500,000 value home pays about $126.54 per month in
property taxes to fund all City provided services.
•In 2026 a $500,000 value home pays about $135.00 per month in
property taxes to fund all City provided services (increase $9.41/month)
Page 26 of 39
2026 Budget Options
Options
2026
% Levy
Increase
2026
estimated
impact
$ Total Tax
Levy (TTL)
% Total Tax
Levy (TTL)
Change
from Prelim
+/- to 2026
Levy
2027
% Levy
Increase
Option 1: Base
budget with 6
FF/Paramedics
in 2026
8.96%$9.41/mo.$64,294,773 -2.07%-$1,222,979 9.34%
Option 2:
Option 1 + 6
additional
FF/Paramedics
in July 2026
9.86%$10.56/mo.$64,825,656 -1.17%-$692,096 9.23%
Option 3: 12
FF/Paramedics
starting in Jan
2026
10.75%$11.70/mo.$65,356,539 -0.28%-$161,213 9.12%
Page 27 of 39
Next Steps
•Truth in Taxation Hearing on Dec. 2nd
•Council Adopts Final Tax Levy and Budget on Dec. 16th
Page 28 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 1
DRAFT: 2026-27 BUDGET WORK PLAN UPDATE
The attached is the Proposed Budget Work Plan which includes the projects funded and included in the 2026 and 2027 Biennial Budget. The final budget work
plan will be adopted in December along with the budget. Items on the plan below are on various levels of vetting and may be subject to change. These are our
best estimates at this time. Staff time is not reflected in the funding notes section, there is an assumption that all of these projects require significant staff
prioritization and time in order for them to be prioritized and completed.
Strong Foundation
City infrastructure, facilities, technology and equipment meets community needs now and in the future.
Infrastructure serves as the foundation for providing core City services such as transportation, clean drinking water, sanitary sewer services and flood protection. City facilities
house the people and equipment that provide public services, and the shared right-of-way, public places and parks are where people come together. Technology and equipment
support our ability to provide reliable service day to day or in emergencies.
Strong Foundation Objectives
• Capital assets and infrastructure systems are managed to minimize risk and sustain service levels.
• Infrastructure design reduces risk of flooded structures, improves water quality (drinking and surface), and increases filtered drinking water production.
• Facilities, infrastructure assets and equipment are maintained and replaced at the most cost-effective time to prevent emergency repair and avoid service disruptions.
• Integrated project scope and decision-making processes partner with customers, stakeholders and related City services to deliver best value projects that stand the test
of time.
• Technology systems are implemented effectively to easily maintain and locate data for the public and provide better data for informed decision-making by elected
officials and staff.
• Reliable technology systems are created and managed to protect against deliberate misuse and work when they are needed most, at times of emergency or natural
hazard.
Strategy Status Proposed Next Step Funding Notes
Fire Station 3 Plan Determine
location, finance method and plan
for Fire Station 3 in the northeast
quadrant of the city, utilizing
response models to provide
efficient emergency response to all
residents.
Location to be determined by the end of 2025. Fire Study proposed timeline is construction by 2029.
Design steps need to be taken to study the feasibility
of the City Hall adjacent site.
Site planning estimated at
$1.5 million (would give
better idea of soil
conditions, traffic flow,
etc. and better cost
estimate and timeline of
projects). Site planning
will also include PD/CH
site work.
Construction Reserve.
Will be reimbursed with
future bond.
Page 29 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 2
Park Improvements: Fred
Richards
Design and construct Fred
Richards Park improvements.
Design will be completed. Set final park design and set guaranteed maximum
price. Begin construction.
Projects are paid for by
Local Sales Tax
improvement
Braemar Ice Arena
Design and construct Braemar Ice
Arena improvements.
Design will be completed. Set final facility design and set guaranteed maximum
price. Begin construction.
Projects are paid for by
Local Sales Tax
improvement
Braemar Park
Design and construct Braemar
Park improvements.
Construction of remaining components will be
finalized.
Finalize south trail segment and construct. Continue
with ongoing operations and maintenance of the new
and existing amenities.
Projects are paid for by
Local Sales Tax
improvement
Cahill Industrial Area Sanitary
Sewer Project (South Trunk
Sanitary)
Design and construct Cahill
Industrial area sanitary sewer
trunk capacity expansion project.
A contract was awarded to the selected firm at
the December 17, 2024, City Council meeting.
The consultant is starting design of the project
now.
Phase 1 construction planned for 2026 (72nd Street
from Cornelia Dr to France Ave, final phases
estimated for 2028 to 2030 or as budget allow.
This project is funded by
the sanitary sewer utility
fund. It is included in the
current utility rates.
PD/CH Renovation Starting in 2019 a space needs study was
produced and some security improvements have
been made. The study was refreshed in 2023
based on updated service interaction levels. The
building for the Police Department and City Hall
was constructed in 2004 and is hitting an age
where reinvestment is needed based on changed
service operations, a need for a larger meeting
room and staffing changes.
Pushing project back to 2029 construction. Next step
would be to engage with an architecture firm on
design.
Design will be funded
with construction fund
reserves, will be
reimbursed with future
bond. This design is tied
to FS#3 design work.
Replace Pump Room at Edina
Aquatic Center
Construction is underway Taking place in fall 2025
into spring 2026 with bonding period going into
the budget in 2026.
Continued management of construction into spring
2026.
Estimating $8.4 million
project cost with $6.7
million bonded included
in debt service
projections, remaining
portion with construction
reserves.
Page 30 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 3
Reliable Service
City services enhance the safety, wellbeing and quality of life experienced in Edina.
City services including police, fire, inspections, water/sewer and streets are critical to the safety of the community. Parks, recreational facilities and other City programs enhance
the overall quality of life for those who live, work and visit Edina. The City recognizes that a skilled and engaged workforce is critical for the delivery of high-quality services. The
City needs to recruit and retain a strong workforce with the necessary skills, tools, and resources to accomplish the work.
Reliable Service Objectives
• City facilities and property provide a safe and secure environment for employees and visitors.
• Appropriate and equitable response times effectively prioritize health and safety.
• Staffing, tools, equipment, resources and training are aligned to meet expectations for service delivery.
• An engaging and respectful work culture values employee quality of life, physical and mental wellbeing and work/life balance.
• Competitive employee compensation, benefits and practices attract and retain a skilled and high-performing workforce.
Strategy Status Proposed Next Step Funding Notes
Enhancing Support for Staff
Experiencing Social Disruption
Events
Support staff who experience social
disruption events and PTSD effects
through adequate staffing levels,
preventative measures and after-event
follow up.
Mental health check-up programs for
police officers, 911 dispatchers and
paramedic firefighters; de-escalation
training (ROAR and RESTORE); and
evaluating and implementing mental
health opportunities for police officers
and paramedic firefighters. Parks &
Recreation staff and the Risk & Safety
Manager are evaluating recommendations
to consider from the safety and security
assessments. In addition, they are
reviewing a draft safety and security
manual that encompasses standard
operations for preventing, preparing and
responding to hazards, threats, and
emergencies.
Continue this work.
Parks and Recreation will be
incorporating operational aspects into
onboarding, training and procedures for
operations. Physical improvements will
be included in proposals for capital
planning requests for during facility
renovations.
Expand vulnerability assessments to
facilities outside of Parks & Recreation.
Operational and physical infrastructure
upgrades would be reviewed with future
budget discussions and prioritization.
Certain physical upgrades would be
incorporated into current projects such
as Braemar Arena, Art Center and the
pump room upgrade phase of the Edina
Aquatic Center.
Vulnerability Assessment for other
buildings – $5,000.
$5,000 other program investments.
Risk Fund to pay for this item.
Mental-Health Service
Advancements
Increase resources, training and
interdepartmental coordination for
responding to mental health-related calls
for service.
Pilot will be completed. Review pilot results and determine next
steps. Analysis would need to include full
costs, long term plan and funding
discussions. Police and Fire are currently
working with Hennepin County on
evaluating overlapping programs and
long-term solution.
Previous funded through Public Safety
one-time funding at $150,000/year (for
two years). Funding for 2026 and 2027
through Public Safety Aid. Need to
determine long-term plans.
Page 31 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 4
Assessing Transition Council made the decision to transition
services to the County. Staff are working
on the transition.
Complete the transition of services to
the County in 2026.
Estimated savings of $500,000 in 2026
and $1,000,000 in 2027.
Edinborough Park Edinborough Park has a detailed list of
unfunded and unscheduled capital
improvement projects identified. Prior to
developing a funding strategy staff will
complete an operational analysis of the
facility.
Similar to the evaluation of Centennial
Lakes Park and Art Center operations,
staff will complete a study of
Edinborough Park in order to gauge the
level and strategy for reinvestment.
There is a concern in the context of
other projects regarding staff capacity.
Staff will need to evaluate this along with
other parks related project
improvements and determine if
additional resources are needed (for this
or other projects).
Estimated $150,000 in 2026 or 2027
(staffing dependent). To be funded with
Budget Surplus.
In order to maintain financial viability
during this budget cycle, we have added a
general fund transfer of $400,000 to
Edinborough in 2026 and 2027.
Process Automation and AI
Exploration
Invest in exploring how AI could improve
systems and processes City-wide.
Complete some small pilot projects to
explore the cost benefits and
opportunities.
Estimated $50,000 budget and co-pilot
subscription for pilot team. Funded
through the IT Internal Service Fund
balance in 2026/27.
Staffing Study Council requested at retreat that we
review current staffing studies and do
another staffing study including reviewing
process automation and AI impact.
Estimated cost $100,000 funded by the
General Fund
Page 32 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 5
Livable City
City planning fosters healthy, connected, sustainable development that enriches the lives of current and future residents.
Ensuring a vibrant city requires forward thinking and preparation. Affordable, walkable neighborhoods that foster mobility and interconnectedness improve the quality of life for
current and future residents. Reducing the community’s greenhouse gas emissions and responding to climate change through adaptive management of natural assets such as
trees, greenspace and water is critical to the health of future generations.
Livable City Objectives
• Neighborhoods, businesses and open spaces are connected with multi-modal transportation options.
• Installation of sidewalks and shared-use paths continues to connect neighborhoods per long-term strategies (e.g., Twin Loops implementation).
• There are a variety of housing options available for different incomes and life stages.
• Edina’s Climate Action Plan is implemented to meet climate mitigation and adaptation metrics.
• Residents and workers can easily access City resources to ensure clean, safe housing and workplaces.
• Residents can safely and enjoyably access a park or open green space within a short walk from home.
Strategy Status Proposed Next Step Funding Notes
Affordable Housing Advancement
and Growth
Advance affordable housing goals,
including increasing housing options and
developing a long-term growth strategy.
Staff is currently providing the City
Council with an overview at HRA
meetings to get direction on goals and
any modifications Council Members want
to make.
To be determined
Comprehensive Plan Update
Prepare for a Comprehensive Plan
update. Identify changes from previous
plan, hire a consulting firm to coordinate
updates and assemble a working group to
weigh in on needed updates. Focus areas
may include balancing mixed-use nodes,
activation and commercial zoning.
Preparation work will be completed. Keep on Budget Work Plan. Transition
from “prepare for Comprehensive Plan”
to “complete Comprehensive Plan
update.” Completion would take place in
2028.
There are several other processes that
get updated along with Comprehensive
plan.
Estimated $250,000 in 2027 and $250,000
in 2028 from General Fund Surplus.
$200k to update the Water Model –
Distribution System – flows and pressure,
Storage – current and future needs, and
Production – current and future needs.
$200k to update the Sanitary Sewer
Model – Pipe and Lift Station Capacities
for current and future needs.
$200k to update the Water Resources
Management Plan (Storm Water) –
Model flooding, pipe and lift station
capacities for current and future needs.
$200k to update the Transportation
Model (funded by PACS)
$200k Park System Plan (General Fund
Surplus)
Page 33 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 6
Vision Edina will be reviewed and
updated within the scope of the
comprehensive plan update.
Zoning Code Update Consultant has been selected and work
has begun. Update will take 18 months
and go into 2026.
Project will help streamline and clean up
zoning code which has not had a
comprehensive update in 30 years.
Project can be done within the 2025
$250,000 allocation.
Safe & Equitable Mobility Action
Plan (SEMAP) Update:
Developing a comprehensive plan to
reduce fatal and serious injury crashes for
all road users. The SEMAP will focus on
addressing roadway safety challenges,
such as distracted driving and speeding,
and the need for safer infrastructure for
people walking, biking, and using other
forms of active transportation. The plan
will identify projects and policies to
proactively address these challenges
based on best practices.
Started in 2025.
Plan complete Q2 2026. Implementation
thru 2027 and beyond.
Funded: PACS Fund
Page 34 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 7
Better Together
City government fosters an inclusive, informed and engaged community.
The City wants to ensure that it works for all of the community. An inclusive and engaged community is one where everyone feels welcome, has equitable access to
government, and has a voice in decisions that affect them. City government works best when residents are informed and have meaningful opportunities for engagement that
include a variety of diverse perspectives. The City will continue to learn and adapt to the multiple needs of all in the community, while consistently applying an equity lens in all
decisions and interactions.
Better Together Objectives
• City Council, City staff and members of the community treat each other with professionalism and respect.
• Residents can easily find and access information that affects them.
• Inclusive engagement methods provide a variety of ways for the public to participate in the decision-making process and ensure all voices are heard and,
• The decision to be made and decision-making process is clearly defined.
• Individuals understand how and when they can participate.
• The City communicates what feedback is used and why.
• Residents are satisfied with the process, even if they disagree with the outcome.
• City government representatives, volunteers and staff reflect the diversity of the people it serves.
• There is ongoing evaluation of City policies and practices to ensure they are equitable regardless of an individual’s race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender expression, economic status or other protected classes.
Strategy Status Proposed Next Step Funding Notes
2025 Quality of Life Survey
Administer the 2025 Quality of Life
Survey.
2025 will be completed Update for 2027 Quality of Life Survey. The survey has typically been paid for out
of the General Fund as part of the
Communications Department budget.
The department's Professional Services
budget is increased in odd-numbered
years to cover the cost of the survey. The
Council would take action on the
contract for the 2027 survey in late 2026.
Approximately $50,000 from General
Fund.
Refine Community Engagement
Methods
The City is reviewing community
engagement practices to focus on
engagement opportunities outside of
Boards and Commissions.
Discussion last held at March 4
work session.
Update online community engagement platform.
The platform used for BetterTogetherEdina.org
needs to be replaced, as there have been ongoing
issues with support and lack of new development.
Continue reviewing engagement opportunities and
B&C for alignment with city goals.
On-going funds would be in place of the
existing project but first year installation
would likely be higher.
Estimated $16,000 from General Fund.
Page 35 of 39
DRAFT 2026-27 Budget Work Plan 8
Long-Term Art Center Plan Hennepin County has started
construction phase of the
project with a planned opening
in late 2027.
Construction completion planned for Q3/Q4 2027
opening. Staff will develop a management plan for
staffing and operational programming for the
facility.
Awaiting lease agreements with Hennepin
County/Hennepin County Library for next steps of
approval.
Budget includes $200,000 transfer from
General Fund in 2026 and $200,000
transfer in 2027.
Page 36 of 39
2026 Capital Equipment Project Listing (CEP)
Description Date Purchased Useful Life Adjusted Useful Life Replacement Cost Replacement Year Department
2016 Ford F350 2015 10 11 45,000.00$ 2026 FIR
Ultrasound Devices 2019 7 7 7,000.00$ 2026 FIR
Debt Payment 395,000.00$ 2026 FIR
Used 2010 TR MT6 Trackless Tractor 2018 7 8 250,000.00$ 2026 PWK
Speed Measurement Radar Equipment (Stalker Radar)2018 6 8 48,000.00$ 2026 POL
SWAT Team Rifles 2016 10 10 45,000.00$ 2026 POL
2019 Toyota RAV4 2019 3 7 55,000.00$ 2026 POL
2019 Toyota Highlander LE Hybrid - Model 6964 2019 3 7 60,000.00$ 2026 POL
2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid 2021 5 5 50,000.00$ 2026 POL
2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid 2021 5 5 50,000.00$ 2026 POL
FURNITURE - City Hall 2004 20 22 100,000.00$ 2026 ADM
2006 JLG PSESLIFT 2010 6 16 12,500.00$ 2026 ENG
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 2013 10 13 60,000.00$ 2026 P&R
2015 John Deere 1570 Mower 2015 7 11 30,200.00$ 2026 P&R
2011 Ford Ranger 2012 10 14 30,000.00$ 2026 P&R
2013 F-450 2013 10 13 83,000.00$ 2026 P&R
2015 Ford F250 2014 7 12 61,500.00$ 2026 P&R
2014 John Deere X540 Tractor 2014 10 12 9,000.00$ 2026 P&R
2015 Toro 2Master 2015 10 11 14,000.00$ 2026 P&R
2009 Silverado 1500 2009 10 17 51,750.00$ 2026 P&R
2006 Jacovsen Truck Cart 2006 10 20 37,750.00$ 2026 P&R
Fire Control Systems at City Hall and PW 2015 10 11 45,000.00$ 2026 ITS
Facility Asset Maint Software NEW 20 20 33,750.00$ 2026 ENG
CLP Vehicle Replacement 2005 10 21 40,000.00$ 2026 CLP
1,613,450.00$
Page 37 of 39
2027 Capital Equipment Project Listing (CEP)
Description Date Purchased Useful Life Adjusted Useful Life Replacement Cost Replacement Year Department
Equip Cert Payment (Proposed)65,100.00$ 2027 FIR
Equip Cert Payment (Proposed)70,350.00$ 2027 FIR
Debt Payment 393,750.00$ 2027 FIR
Warning Siren Replacement Combined Various Various 30,000.00$ 2027 FIR
Weiler TT500 Tack Trailer 2017 10 10 23,000.00$ 2027 PWK
Dispatch Radio Consoles 2016 10 11 237,500.00$ 2027 POL
2020 Ford Explorer 2020 3 7 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2022 Ford Interceptor Utility 2022 4 5 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2022 Ford Interceptor Utility 2022 4 5 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2019 Ford Interceptor Utility - Black/Ebony 2019 3 8 50,000.00$ 2027 POL
2022 Ford Lightning EV 2022 4 5 70,000.00$ 2027 POL
2020 Ford Explorer (Unmarked)2020 3 7 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2020 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid XLE (Unmarked)2020 3 7 50,000.00$ 2027 POL
2023 Ford Lightning 2023 3 5 75,000.00$ 2027 POL
2023 Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle 2023 3 4 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2023 Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle 2023 3 4 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2023 Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle 2023 3 4 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2023 Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle 2023 3 4 60,000.00$ 2027 POL
2013 Nissan Leaf 2013 10 14 31,578.00$ 2027 ENG
Department Furniture 2004 10 10 91,000.00$ 2027 ENG
2017 Exmark Lazer Mower 2016 7 11 20,000.00$ 2027 P&R
Squad Car Technology Upgrades 2022 5 5 120,000.00$ 2027 ITS
FURNITURE - CITY HALL 2004 20 23 110,000$ 2027 ADM
Facility Asset Maint Software New 20 20 42,000.00$ 2027 ENG
General Park Asset Equip Rep Various Various 50,000.00$ 2027 P&R
Braemar Arena Zamboni New 15 15 200,000.00$ 2027 Arena
2,209,278.00$
Page 38 of 39
Project CIP Project Cost Project CIP Project Cost
City Hall HVAC Equipment Replacement FAC25125 500,000$ Lewis Park Shelter Building Replacement 15-049 900,000$ Pay with Surplus
Asset Preservation Funding FAC25200 600,000 Normandale Park Playground Equipment P&R21046 200,000 Special Park Levy
Annual Deferred Retaining Wall PW22002 100,000 Yorktown Park Master Plan P&R25103 40,000 Pay with Construction Reserves
Life Safety System FAC25101 50,000 Increase Fiber Capacity to SLP ITS25101 60,000 Fund from IT Internal Service Reserve
Parks Acccessibility & Pathways P&R25106 50,000 CLP Maintenance Fiber ITS25100 30,000 Fund from IT Internal Service Reserve
1,300,000$ 1,230,000$
Project CIP Project Cost Project CIP Project Cost
Public Works Access Gates FAC25115 300,000$ Heights Park Playground Equipment P&R21047 175,000$ Special Park Levy
City Wide ADA Facility Improvements Level 2 FAC25128 100,000 Utley Park Shelter Replacement P&R25108 60,000 Special Park Levy
Asset Preservation Funding FAC25200 650,000 Arneson Park Shelter Replacement P&R25110 75,000 Special Park Levy
Park Pathways and Parking Project Improvements P&R25106 150,000
Parks Accessibility Improvements P&R25106 150,000
Annual Deferred Retaining Wall PW22002 100,000
Life Safety System FAC25101 50,000
Public Works Space Reconfiguration FAC25114 75,000
Public Works BAS & Lighting Upgrades FAC25117 125,000
City Hall Facility Improvements 100,000
Pamela Park Facility Maintenance ENG21051 210,000
2,010,000$ 310,000$
DEFER TO FUTURE YEAR
Centennial Lakes Entrance Fountain P&R25145 150,000
Arneson Acres Park Facility Improvement FAC23109 700,000
2026 Budget
CIP LEVY FUND ALTERNATIVELY
2027 Budget
CIP LEVY FUND ALTERNATIVELY
Page 39 of 39