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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-16 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL DECEMBER 16, 2025 7:00 P.M. I.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:01 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 The Council recommended that item 6 and item 7 be switched, and also recommended that Item 6.30 on the Consent Agenda be tabled until the January 20, 2026 City Council Meeting. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, tabling item 6.30, Adopt Legislative Platforms, to the January 20, 2026, City Council Meeting. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving the meeting agenda as amended to switch items 6, Consent Agenda, and item 7, Special Recognitions and Presentations. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 5.0 COMMUNITY COMMENT Ralph Zickert discussed the Council’s approval of the proposed 2026 budget and how it does not reflect the claim that Edina’s tax burden is $5 million lighter. David Frankel stated that he is upset that he has not received a response from the City regarding the Braemar Arena. Mr. Frankel asked why the work being done at the South Arena has not been posted anywhere on the City website. Mr. Frankel asked if they have looked into purchasing ice time from other arenas in the area. 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 6.10, Receive Petition for Stop Controls at Brookview Avenue and W 55th Street, Item 6.14, Request for Purchase: Kojetin Park Playground Equipment, Item 6.15, Request for Purchase: Braemar Arena South Rink Temporary Chiller Rental and Installation, and Item 6.29, Approve Out-of-State Travel for Mayor Hovland, as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of December 2, 2025 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated November 26, 2025, totaling $1,912,937.06, Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated November 28, 2025, totaling $439,222.96, and Check Register Claims Pre-List Dated December 5, 2025, totaling $3,225,132.48 Page 2 6.3. Request for Purchase, Public Works Gender Neutral Restroom, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, MIC Services, LLC at $15,514.62 6.4. Request for Purchase, Change Order: Project FC24-24 ADA Ped Ramp Modifications, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, New Look Contracting at $25,672 6.5. Request for Purchase, Change Order: ENG 24-3 Southdale B Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Project, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, New Look Contracting at $482,020.25 6.6. Request for Purchase, Contract SP2-21 for Aquatic Center Shade Structure Solar PV System, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Apadana Energy, LLC at $95,000 6.7. Noise Wall Ballot for Highway 62 Noise Wall between W 62nd Street and Valley View Road 6.8. Agreement No. PW 60-11-25 with Hennepin County for Pedestrian Crossing Beacon Maintenance 6.9. Adopt Resolution 2025-127, approving Parking Restrictions 6.10. Receive Petition for Stop Controls at Brookview Avenue and W 55th Street 6.11. Request for Purchase, Rehabilitation of Well 7, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Thein Well Company, for up to $80,000 6.12. Request for Purchase, Rehabilitation of Well 20, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Thein Well Company, for up to $80,000 6.13. Request for Purchase, MN-Task Force 1 Rope Rescue Equipment, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Multiple Sources at $86,967.30 6.14. Request for Purchase, Kojetin Park Playground Equipment, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Playpower LT at $190,594.92 6.15. Request for Purchase, Braemar Arena South Rink Temporary Chiller Rental and Installation, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Total Mechanical Services, Inc. & Veteran Electric at $280,471.95 6.16. Adopt Resolution 2025-126, approving a Grant Agreement for the Livable Communities Act Policy Development Grant Program 6.17. Grant Second Reading Ordinance No. 2025-16, amending Chapter 2 of the City Code Setting Fees for 2026 6.18. 2026 Days of Significance 6.19. Waive Second Reading, Adopting Ordinance No. 2025-19: Amending Chapter 2, Article III. Boards, Committees, and Commissions 6.20. Waive Second Reading, Adopting Ordinance No 2025-18: Amending Chapter 4 Alcoholic Beverages 6.21. Annual Appointment of Assistant Weed Inspector 6.22. Adopt Resolution 2025-119, designating Polling Place Locations 6.23. Adopt Resolution 2025-120, designating Official Newspaper for 2026 6.24. Adopt Resolution 2025-121, Signatory Resolution 6.25. Adopt Resolution 2025-122, designating Official Depositories 6.26. Adopt Resolution 2025-123, designation of Director and Alternate Director of LOGIS 6.27. Adopt Resolution 2025-124, designating Director and Alternate Director of Suburban Rate Authority 6.28. Adopt Resolution 2025-125, authorizing Facsimile Signatures by Public Officials 6.29. Out-of-State Travel for Mayor Hovland 6.30. 2026 Legislative Platforms 6.31. Renewal of Government Relations Services Contract with Messerli and Kramer, P.A. Page 3 Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 6.10. RECEIVE PETITION FOR STOP CONTROLS AT BROOKVIEW AVENUE AND W 55TH STREET - APPROVED The Council asked questions regarding when this will come to the Council and raised concerns regarding aligning residents’ concerns with safety/engineering standards in a timely manner. Chad Miller, Engineering Director, noted that it will be a few months before this comes to the City Council because it must go through a couple of other places first. Member Risser made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to receive the Petition for Stop Controls at Brookview Avenue and W 55th Street. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 6.14. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE, KOJETIN PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT - APPROVED The Council asked for clarification on why this is a needed replacement. Parks and Recreation Director Vetter outlined the playground equipment replacement schedule and why the equipment at Kojetin Park Playground needs replacement from a health and safety standpoint. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, approving Request for Purchase, Kojetin Park Playground Equipment, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Playpower LT at $190,594.92. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 6.15. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE, BRAEMAR ARENA SOUTH RINK TEMPORARY CHILLER RENTAL AND INSTALLATION - APPROVED The Council asked questions regarding where this funding is coming from. City Attorney Kendall noted that there seemed to be money available in the Arena’s operating fund, and State Statute is not being violated. Councilmember Risser noted that she will be abstaining because she needs more information. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, approving Request for Purchase, Braemar Arena South Rink Temporary Chiller Rental and Installation, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder, Total Mechanical Services, Inc. & Veteran Electric at $280,471.95. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Hovland. Abstain: Risser. Motion carried. 6.29. OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR MAYOR HOVLAND - APPROVED The Council discussed the policy that outlines Staff/Council travel and noted the reason why the Mayor will be attending the Conference of Mayors. Mayor Hovland noted that he will be abstaining due to a conflict of interest. Page 4 Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, approving Out-of- State Travel for Mayor Hovland. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser. Abstain: Hovland. Motion carried. 7.0 SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS This item was considered prior to Agenda Item 6.0. 7.1. TREE RECOGNITION CAMPAIGN AWARDS – RECOGNIZED Hilda Martinez Salgado, Energy and Environment Commissioner, presented the 11 trees recognized for award and the four honorable mentions. 7.2. CLIMATE ACTION PLAN WORK PLAN UPDATE – PRESENTED Marisa Bayer, Sustainability Manager, presented an update on the Climate Action Plan, including information regarding their goals, Implementation Work Plan update, review of the entire Climate Action Plan actions, what they learned, 2026-2030 Implementation Work Plan, and what they are looking forward to. The Council asked questions regarding communication with consultants/staff who are updating the zoning Code and how to respond to streamlining the zoning process that is happening in the legislature. 7.3. CITIZEN AWARD PRESENTATION – PRESENTED Ryan Schultz, Police Lieutenant, recognized Susan and James Bizal for their courageous and selfless actions in a motor vehicle crash last year that saved the life of the driver and presented them with a Citizen Award. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS HELD – Affidavits of Notice presented and ordered placed on file. 8.1. NEW ON-SALE INTOXICATING AND SUNDAY SALE LIQUOR LICENSES FOR NOMA HI FI LLC DBA NOMA HI FI - APPROVED Kari Sinning, Deputy City Clerk, noted that NoMa Hi Fi has applied for an On-Sale Intoxicating and a Sunday sale liquor license. Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing at 8:11 p.m. Public Testimony No one appeared to comment. Member Jackson made a motion, seconded by Member Agnew, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. Daniel del Prado, NoMa Hi Fi Owner, stated that it is a listening cocktail bar, similar to what you see in Tokyo. Mr. del Prado noted that it will be for events and have a partnership with his restaurant. Member Agnew made a motion, seconded by Member Pierce, to approve New On- Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Sale Liquor License for NoMa Hi Fi LLC dba NoMa Hi Fi Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 9.0 REPORTS / RECOMMENDATIONS 9.1. RESOLUTION 2025-128 ACCEPTING DONATIONS – ADOPTED Page 5 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 2025-128 accepting various grants and donations. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 9.2. RESOLUTION 2025-112, SETTING 2026 TAX LEVY AND ADOPTING OPERATING BUDGET – ADOPTED Finance Director Thao gave a presentation including information on the 2026-2027 Levy & Budget highlights, proposed tax levy of 7.94%, and the updated 2026-2027 Preliminary tax levy proposal. The Council thanked City staff for their hard work on this. The Council discussed the reasoning behind each element that caused the 7.94% increase in the City’s tax levy, the historic costs that have been absorbed, the street reconstruction projects that are needed, and being more capable of responding to residents’ concerns. The Council expressed concerns about funding the pump at the Aquatic Center and the temporary chiller for the Braemar Ice Arena. The Council presented information on Edina’s Housing Affordability, including median home values, median household income, and discussed the ability of residents who are on a fixed income to be able to stay in their houses. The Council recommended finding a metric where they can anchor their levy growth on resident affordability. The Council noted that they are combining their Public Works and Engineering Department, consolidating staff for liquor store operations, moving Assessing to the County, and the other decisions they have made for cost-savings. The Council discussed County and State-wide budget averages, the positive marks they receive from the Quality of Life survey, key factors driving the increase in the budget, the post-COVID environment, and addressed comments on the South Arena at Braemar. Member Jackson introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2025-112, Setting 2026 Tax Levy and Adopting Operating Budget. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 9.3. RESOLUTION 2025-118, WEST 72ND STREET ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT NO. SS-538 – ADOPTED Engineering Director Millner discussed the proposed roadway reconstruction project and assessment on 72nd Street and outlined the public input received. Member Pierce introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2025-112, West 72nd Street Roadway Reconstruction, Improvement No. SS-538. Member Jackson seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 9.4. RESOLUTION 2025-116, PROSPECT KNOLLS A, C, & D NEIGHBORHOOD ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-458 – ADOPTED Page 6 Engineering Director Millner discussed the proposed roadway reconstruction project and assessment in the Prospect Knolls A, C & D Neighborhood and presented the proposed street widths. The Council gave feedback and discussed removing the sidewalks on Lanam Lane, Fleetwood Drive, Shannon Drive, and Kemrich Drive. Member Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2025-116, Prospect Knolls A, C & D Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction, Improvement No. BA-458 removing all the sidewalks in the project area. Member Jackson seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 9.5. RESOLUTION 2025-117, PARKLAWN COURT NEIGHBORHOOD ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-467 – ADOPTED Engineering Director Millner discussed the proposed roadway reconstruction project in the Parklawn Court Neighborhood. Member Risser introduced and moved adoption of Resolution 2025-117, Parklawn Court Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction, Improvement No. BA-467. Member Pierce seconded the motion. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 10.0 MANAGER’S COMMENTS Received 11.0 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS Received Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to approve the statement Supporting Somali Americans in Our Community. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, to adjourn the meeting at 10:08 p.m. Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, Hovland. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Allison, City Clerk James B. Hovland, Mayor Minutes approved by Edina City Council, January 6, 2026. Video Copy of the December 16, 2025, meeting available. Sharon Allison (Jan 21, 2026 18:08:24 CST)