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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes. HRA. April 16. 2026MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY APRIL I6, 2026 7:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER Chair Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:31 a.m. then explained the processes created for public comment. II. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Chair Hovland, Commissioners Jackson, Pierce, and Risser. Absent: Commissioner Agnew. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED — AS PRESENTED Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, approving the meeting agenda as presented. Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland Motion carried. V. COMMUNITY COMMENT No one appeared. V.A. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENTS Executive Director Neal responded that there were no Community Comments at the previous meeting. VI. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, approving the consent agenda as presented: VLA. DRAFT MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 5, 2026 Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland Motion carried. VII. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS VILA. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR REVENUE ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT SCENARIO PROJECTIONS — APPROVED Affordable Housing Development Manager Hawkinson noted that on October 16, 2025, staff proposed drafting an RFP for a residential development based on the guided land use in the Comprehensive Plan, HRA work sessions on affordable housing, and the budget pillars and values. Page 1 Minutes/HRA/April 16, 2026 Manager Hawkinson stated that staff have worked with Urban3 to develop a proposal that would provide the City with an analysis of five development scenarios for the Fire Station 2 outlot, including the land sale price and ongoing property tax revenue. The Board asked why the documents are only available on the Board portal and not publicly available. Manager Hawkinson noted that, because of the ADA requirements they have to follow, Appendix A could not be included on the website. Commissioner Risser asked questions regarding acreage and access and if the Planning Commission had been consulted. She also expressed concerns regarding how this may impact Fire Station #2 and the contract being generated through the HRA. Manager Hawkinson stated that the Planning Commission does not dictate how the HRA spend their money. The Board expressed appreciation for the staff putting in effort to get more data so they can make an informed decision. Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, approving the Professional Service Agreement for Revenue Analysis and Development Scenario Projections with Urban3. Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, and Hovland Abstain: Risser Motion carried. V//.B. PROPOSED PROMENADE EXTENSION / FRANCE AVENUE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING - PROJECT UPDATE — PRESENTED Economic Development Manager Neuendorf said this item pertained to the proposed extension of the Edina Promenade and the proposed France Avenue Pedestrian Crossing. Mr. Neuendorf presented information on the discussion needed, background/existing conditions, the 2007 URS study, approved site plans, alternatives considered, concept layout, estimated project cost, anticipated project financing, community outreach, a summary of community input, and options for discussion. The Board asked questions regarding an estimate of the number of people who may use this pedestrian route, the impact on nearby businesses, the costs of maintenance, the length of the TIF District, and the impact on property taxes. Mr. Neuendorf stated that two TIF Districts have been established and as long as there is incremental property taxes generated from the adjacent commercial properties, which would pay the bonds, there would be no impact on the property levy. Page 2 Minutes/HRA/April I 6, 2026 City Engineer Millner noted the Three Rivers Park District conducted a study over a week in September 2024 along the trail near Macy's and found that it averaged 300 users a day. Mr. Millner noted that this proposal is considered a bridge by the engineers because it would be constructed in a manner that incorporates beams to support the traffic above. The Board expressed concerns regarding not seeing what the tunnel will look like during different seasons/times of day and raised questions whether this is the best use of the funds for the City. The Board also gave feedback on needing more analysis and what would be the best thing for the community in the future. Communications Director Bennerotte clarified the specific wording included in the 2025 Quality of Life survey pertaining to this topic. Mr. Neuendorf stated that the construction costs and anticipated financing is based on early estimates. If final costs are higher than expected, TIF monies could be considered as one of several ways to satisfy the funding gap. He noted that the HRA could consider extending the duration of one of the TIF districts by an additional 5 years, if necessary. The Board asked questions regarding how much time they have to make a decision, and the costs associated with getting more detail. The also inquired about the County changing the configuration of France Avenue. Mr. Neuendorf noted that staff spoke with the County multiple times in 2023 when various concepts were originally being discussed. He noted that the County was not supportive of reducing or changing the vehicle lanes on this portion of France Avenue at that time. The Board gave feedback on how this proposal could better connect and transform the surrounding neighborhoods. VIII. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMENTS — Received SPARC PROGRAM - STATUS UPDATE IX. HRA MEMBER COMMENTS - Received X ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, to adjourn the meeting at 9:28 a.m. Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Page 3