HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-04-07 WSAGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
a APRIL 7, 2015
5:00 P.M.
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. 66 WEST APARTMENTS— CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC FUNDING
IV. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING
V. ADJOURNMENT
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SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS /DATES /EVENTS
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Tues
Apr 7
Work Session - City Funding For 66 West
5:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Joint Meeting with Energy & Environment Commission
5:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Tues
Apr 7
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Tues
Apr 14
VISION Edina Open House
5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL LOBBY
Mon
Apr 20
Annual Boards & Commissions Dinner
5:30 P.M.
CENTENNIAL LAKES
Tues
Apr 21
Work Session — Vision Edina/2016 -17 Proposed Work Plan /Business Meeting
5:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Tues
Apr 21
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Wed
Apr 29
Volunteer Recognition Dinner
5:30 P.M.
BRAEMAR CLUBHOUSE
Tues
May 5
SPECIAL ELECTIONS — POLLS OPEN AT 7:00 AM.
Wed
May 6
Work Session — Park Strategic Plan Drive
5:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Wed
May 6
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Tues
May 19
Work Session — Grandview Development Alternatives
5:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Tues
May 19
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mon
May 25
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY OBSERVED — City Hall Closed
Tues
June 2
Work Session — Parking & Future of City Owned Properties 50t^ & France
5:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Affordable Housing
6:15 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
Tues
June 2
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Tues
June 16
Work Session —joint Meeting with Edina Transportation Commission
Joint Meeting with Bike Edina
5:00 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY ROOM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Tues
June 16
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
From: Bill Neuendorf
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Economic Development Manager Discussion
Date: April 7, 2015 Information ❑
Subject: 66 West Apartments
Consideration of Public Funding
Action Requested:
No action. Discussion only.
Information / Background:
Beacon Interfaith Housing has requested financial support from the City to provide gap financing for the
proposed 66 West affordably- priced apartment project located at 3330 West 66th Street. A variety of
funding sources are anticipated to support the construction and operation of this project.
Staff has engaged Ehlers Associates and Dorsey & Whitney to review this request and discuss the feasibility
of using tax increment financing to help support this project. Based upon preliminary review, it appears that
the Southdale 2 TIF District will have funds available. In 2014, the MN State legislature approved special
provisions that would enable the City to use funds from this existing TIF District to support new housing
developments that provide at least 20% affordably - priced housing.
The combination of these two conditions could allow the City to provide financial support to further the
City's goal of creating new housing units that are affordably - priced. The use of Southdale 2 TIF increment
appears to be the most viable means to provide financial support to this project.
Staff has met with the developer to discuss potential terms that would allow the project to advance. A copy
of the draft Term Sheet is attached for review and discussion.
Discussion points are attached for consideration. Representatives from Beacon Interfaith Housing and the
City's public finance and legal consultants will be on hand to review the proposed Term Sheet and answer
questions regarding the request and need for public funds.
Attachments:
Discussion points
January 28, 2015 funding request memo
Approved 66 West site plans (5- pages)
lei Draft TIF term sheet
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66 West Apartments
Discussion Points
• In addition to federal tax credits, the Minnesota Housing Finance Authority (MHFA)
provides an essential source of funding. The developer anticipates application to the MHFA
in June 2015. A resolution committing the City to funding will need to accompany this
application.
• The developer also anticipates applying to Metropolitan Council for Livable Communities
grant funding in June 2015. A letter of support and receptivity from the City will need to
accompany this grant request.
• A new Housing TIF District will need to be established to support this project.
• A redevelopment agreement will need to be negotiated with the developer to finalize details
of the City's level and type of financial support.
• Assuming full financial support is secured in 2015, the construction project would begin in
2016. Completion is targeted for 2017. It is not unusual for funding applications to be
considered multiple times before they secure full funding.
• The developer needs as much funding as possible at closing (prior to project completion). •
• The developer is willing to bear the costs associated with the creation of the TIF District
and preparation of the Redevelopment Agreement, provided that the costs are
reimbursable as a TIF - eligible cost.
• The special TIF legislation expires June 30, 2017. Consideration should be given to use this
special authority on other projects in the event that 66 West does not receive full funding
in a timely fashion.
• The City has visions to improve walkability in the Greater Southdale area. The 66 West
project could be the impetus to bring pedestrian improvements to the corner of W. 66'
and Barrie.
• The project is located in the Richfield #280 school district.
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Date: January 28, 2015
To: Scott Neal, City Manager
From: Bill Neuendorf
Economic Development Manager
66 West Apartments —
Re: Funding Request from Beacon Interfaith Housing
Representatives from Beacon Interfaith Housing recently met with City staff to request support for the 66
West Apartments.
This project consists of 39 efficiency apartment units targeted as affordably- priced housing for teenagers and
young adults who were formerly homeless. City Council approved the re- zoning of the property in October
2014 and modified the Comprehensive Plan to allow this type of use in the developers preferred location in
November 2014 after concurrence by the Metropolitan Council. The developer acquired the property in
October 2014 and is currently seeking funding from several sources to construct the project in 2016.
The developer requested consideration on two levels. Direction from City Council is necessary for staff to
proceed.
1) Provide Letters of Support for Grant Requests to Other Agencies
The majority of the funds are anticipated to come from state and federal resources. A successful grant
application usually requires written support from the local municipality. Municipalities commonly serve as the
grantees on behalf of the developer for grant awards from Hennepin County and the Metropolitan Council.
The City of Edina has frequently issued support letters and serves as a grantee when requested.
2) Provide Direct Financial Assistance
The developer requests direct financial assistance from the City to further demonstrate its support for the
project and to make progress on the City's goal of creating additional affordably- priced housing in Edina. The
preliminary budget prepared by the developer anticipates funding from the City of Edina in the range of
$100,000 to $500,000. The developer prefers that such support be confirmed prior to June 2015, to coincide
with their application for the majority of the funding from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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To date, financial support of this project has not been included in the City budget. City staff identified a few
funding sources to potentially draw from, if so directed.
Revenue
Annual
Background
Source
Amount
These funds are typically split among various agencies that serve Edina
residents. Approximately 85% supports West Hennepin Affordable Housing
Land Trust (WHAHLT) and Hennepin County Housing Rehabilitation
Program (HCHRP) while 15% supports local public service agencies.
CDBG,
Approximately
• WHAHLT underwrites the land value for affordably- priced single -
direct
$ 1 20,000
family homes; they have completed 9 homes in Edina since 2007
allocation
. HCHRP provides forgivable loans to income - restricted households to
make needed improvements to their homes; they fund 2 -3 projects
per year in Edina
• Public service agencies include: Senior Community Services,
Community Action Partnership, & Homeline (tenant advocacy)
The property is located within an established TIF District that was granted
flexibility to fund affordably- priced developments initiated prior to June 2017.
Southdale 2
Unknown
Over the 8 -year life of the Southdale 2 TIF District, it is likely that some
TIF
excess increment will be collected. The specific amount of revenue is
uncertain at this time. A reasonably accurate estimate is anticipated in
April /May 2015.
This TIF District closed in December 2014 and is no longer collecting new
Centennial
revenue. The Edina CIP contains a spending plan to use remaining funds to
Lakes TIF
support public improvements that spur additional economic return to the
community. No additional funds are available.
Waiver of
Historically, the building permit fees for private development projects have
Permit Fees
not been waived.
Waiver of
SAC/WAC
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Historically, these Met. Council assessed fees are passed along to the private
Fees
development rather than being absorbed by the City.
General
Historically, the General Fund has not been used to support private
Fund
development projects.
It would be helpful for staff to learn whether the City Council is generally supportive of providing financial
assistance to this development and, if so, what funding sources should be considered.
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City Draft 3/27/15
Term Sheet
Between
The City of Edina /Edina Housing and Redevelopment Authority (the "City ")
And
Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative (the "Developer ")
Draft: [ ], 2015
1) Purpose and Scope
a. This project consists of 39 efficiency apartment units targeted as affordably - priced
housing for teenagers and young adults who were formerly homeless (the "Project ").
City Council approved the re- zoning of the property in October 2014 and modified the
Comprehensive Plan to allow this type of use in the developers preferred location in
November 2014 after concurrence by the Metropolitan Council. The Developer acquired
the property in October 2014 and is currently seeking funding from several sources to
construct the project in 2016.
b. A variety of grants or other public financial assistance will be required to build the
Project.
c. The Project will be designed to encourage increased walkability in the Southdale district.
d. The Project will be developed with the requirements of the Minnesota Statutes Section
169.174 to 469,174 (the "TIF Act ").
e. The Project will be developed consistent with Resolution 2014 -139 and Ordinance 2014-
17 allowing affordable housing with supportive service in the Regional Medical District.
f. This Term Sheet is applicable only to the redevelopment of the property legally
described in Exhibit 1 (the "Property ").
2) Project Financial Assistance
a. The Project is estimated to cost approximately $10,080,000. The Project summary
budget is shown on Exhibit 2 (the "Project Budget ") and the projected Project capital
sources is shown on Exhibit 3 (the "Capital Sources "). The Developer is requesting
$500,000 in tax increment from the City as reflected in the Project Budget.
3) Creation of TIF District
a. The City will establish a new housing TIF district pursuant to the TIF Act and 2014
Minnesota Session Laws, Chapter 308, , Section 8 (the "Edina Legislation ") that
will include the Property (the "Housing TIF District "). The tax increment within the
Housing TIF District for the Project will be generated from the City of Edina, Southdale 2
tax increment district (the " Southdale 2 district ") in reliance on the Edina Legislation.
The City will commence the establishment of the new TIF District upon approval by the
66 West Apartments Term Sheet
DRAFT
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Page 1
City Draft 3127115
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency ( "MHFA ") of funding shown in the Capital Sources.
The City will work diligently according to the state laws regarding tax increment
financing and strives to establish the Housing TIF District within 6 months of
commencement.
b. The Edina Legislation provides that tax increment from the Southdale 2 District may be
expended to support a housing project within a housing TIF district established in the
Southeast Edina Redevelopment Project Area. The Housing TIF District will be
established within the Southeast Edina Redevelopment Project Area.
c. If the Developer fails to secure MHFA financing by December 1, 2016, the City may
rescind its gap financing commitment to this project.
4) City Out -of Pocket Costs
a. The Developer will reimburse the City for its direct cost of legal, financial and other
required consultants. In accordance with City of Edina policy, Developer will contribute
$2,000 to the City to cover the internal staff costs related to establishing a new TIF
District. Developer's costs for this reimbursement will be qualified costs for use of tax
increment from the Housing TIF District.
5) City Administrative Costs
a. Ten percent (10 %) of tax increment generated from the Housing TIF District is
anticipated to be retained by the City for administrative costs related to the planning,
management and oversight of the Housing TIF District.
6) Project Timeline
a. The Project timeline is as follows:
• May 5: City Council Resolution of Support for Project and LCDA grant application
• June 2015: Funding applications completed for sources shown in the Capital
Sources.
• [November] 2015: City Council approval of Redevelopment Agreement and
execution thereof.
• [May] 2016: Commence construction
• [_] 2017: Complete construction
7) Tax Increment Assistance
Upon establishment of the Housing TIF District and Project completion, the City will provide tax
increment assistance in the amount of $500,000 (plus reimbursable tax increment expenses) as
follows:
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Activity
Amount
Commencement of construction
$250,000
Completion of construction
$250,000
One -half of eligible reimbursable expenses will be added to each payment.
8) TIF Notes
a. The tax increment assistance to be provided under Section 7 will be provided through
one or more TIF Notes to be provided simultaneously with the closing on permanent
Project financing.
9) Compliance with TIF Act
a. Costs eligible for TIF reimbursement must comply with the TIF Act.
10) Evaluation Process for TIF Assistance
a. As part of the TIF Assistance process, the Project as a whole must be evaluated and the
"but for" must be demonstrated. The Developer will provide full and complete
information so that the City can understand the need for the requested financial
assistance.
• 11) City Approval of Significant Changes:
a. Changes to the Project scope and design that are inconsistent with approvals granted by
City Council on November 18, 2014 will be subject to City review and approval.
12) Default by Developer
a. Standard default provisions will be applicable, including default provisions for failure to
commence or complete the Project. Default provisions will also address Developer
failure to operate the facility in accordance with the approved Plans and to maintain the
facility in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.
13) No Waiver of City Fees
a. Developer shall be responsible for payment of all applicable City permit or other fees.
14) Grants
a. The City will assist the Developer in applications for eligible grants as described in the
Project Budget.
b. The timing of the application of the grants will be mutually agreed upon.
15) Preparation of Redevelopment Agreement:
66 West Apartments Term Sheet
DRAFT
( J, 2015
Page 3
City Draft 3127115
a. The City and Developer will work diligently to prepare a Redevelopment Agreement for •
City Council consideration.
b. The Redevelopment Agreement will be presented to the City Council pre- signed by the
Developer.
16) Certificate of Completion:
a. City will issue a certificate of completion upon completion of the Project.
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65 West Apartments Term Sheet ( ], 2015
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EXHIBIT 1
PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION
The South 300 feet of Lot 2, as measured along the West line of said lot from the Southwest
corner thereof in Block 3, Southdale Acres, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Torrens Property Certificate of
Title No: 361393.
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DRAFT
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Page 5
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EXHIBIT 2
PROJECT BUDGET
66 West Apartments Term Sheet ( 1, 2015
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PROJECT CAPITAL SOURCES
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INTERFAITH HOUSING COLLABORATIVE
66 West Sources
Project Capital Sources
Name of Source
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Committed
Syndication Proceeds
etro HRA
0,000
No
MHFA Deferred Loan
nepin County GRH
1, 0„00
No
Hennepin County HOME
jra
700,0
No
Hennepin County TOD
$ 200,000'
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Sales Tax Rebate
$ 100,000
Y.
Met Council LCDA
$ 0,000
No
City of Edina CDBG /TIF Aft,
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`00,000
No
Edina Community Lutheran Church /Pri :
Grant
202,000
Yes
Total
$1�0" 0,000
Rent l bsidy So .r
Type of Source
e of u ,
# of Units
Committed
Project Based Rental mtonce
etro HRA
32
No
Project Based Rental Assise
nepin County GRH
7
Yes
Operatingc rbs "dy
H - eless Youth Act
39
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Name of So ce
Amount
Committed
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$40,500
Yes
Hennepin County H� , Operat' f ubsidy
$105,000
No
Private Fundraising
Up to $304,500
Yes
Homeless Youth Act
Up to $304,500
No
Total
$450,000
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To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: Keith Kostuch, EEC Chair, Sarah Zarrin, EEC Vice Chair
Bill Sierks, Former Chair
Date: April 7, 2015
Subject: Energy and Environment Commission Joint Meeting
Action Requested:
Provide input or direction on commission activities.
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Agenda Item #: Work Session
Item IV
Action ❑
Discussion Z
Information ❑
We are sending this to help you prepare for the April 7 Work Session with the Energy & Environment
Commission. The first attachment is slides that Bill Sierks asks to present at the beginning of the work
session. The second attachment is a memo prepared by Staff two years ago for the EEC listing the city
actions, comp plan language and other information that addresses the City's goals and commitments on
Greenhouse Gas emissions and climate change.
Keith Kostuch and Bill Sierks have prepared these slides for discussion on April 7, and it has the support of
the EEC. The City has adopted Greenhouse Gas emission reduction goals and made commitments
contained in Edina's Comprehensive Plan. We asked for this work session to address the disconnect
between the goals and commitments the City has made, and the lack of strategies, actions, and resources to
support those goals. GHG reduction is the EEC's only work plan priority and council approved our work
plan. Reducing GHG emissions does not require limiting economic opportunity — there are many examples
of actions that are good for the economy and the environment. But acting to reduce GHG emissions
requires the commitment and leadership of Council, City Management, and the EEC.
We would like you to review the three attachments before we meet on April 7, and be prepared to address
these questions:
• Should the City have any role in reducing GHG emissions and saving energy? If so, what role?
(What leadership & commitment by the city does that role require ?)
• Do you believe that Council has a role in reducing GHG emissions? If so, what does that role look
like?
• Do you believe that City Management and Staff have a role in reducing GHG emissions? If so, what
do their roles look like?
• Should EEC play a role in reducing GHG emissions? If so, what does that role look like?
Attachments:
Climate Change Goal Slides
EEC 2015 work plan
' 2013 Sustainability Goal Summary
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AGENDA
• Review City Climate Goals and Progress
- City Comprehensive Plan Chapter 10
• Discuss EEC Recommendations
- Council Leadership is Key to Results
• Create Process For Action Steps and
Timetable
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EDINA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION GOALS
15 % by 2015
25% by 2025
80% by 2050
Comp Plan 10.2.3.
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- City
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Opportunity To Reduce GHGs and
Save $
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EDINA COMMUNITY GHG EMISSIONS
2007 - 2013 -Down 8,,9%
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2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
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Comp Plan Progress Report:
Action Needed - 1
1. Establish city carbon footprint
- -- Inventory, baseline and forecast
• Community Baseline (Regional
Indicators)
• No City Baseline
• No Inventory
• No forecast
Comprehensive Plan 10.2.3.
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Comp Plan Progress Report:
Action Needed - 2
z. Develop GHG Reduction Targets
For City Operations
• No Targets developed
Comprehensive Plan 10.2.3.
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Action Needed - 3
3. Develop Local Action Plan
- -- Specific policies and measures to
achieve targets
- -- Timelines, financing mechanisms
- -- Assign responsibility to staff,
departments
• No City Action Plan
Comprehensive Plan 10.2.3.
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EEC RECOMMENDS
COUNCIL TAKE SEVERAL
ACTIONS
1. Set Interim GHG Goals &Targets
A. Energy
B. Vehicle Emissions &Miles Traveled
C. Waste &Wastewater
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ACTIONS - 2
2. Appoint City Council Champion
3. Name Department and Staff
Responsibility In Specific Work
Plans
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EEC RECOMMENDED
ACTIONS - 3
4. Provide Funding Support for GHG
Action Steps In EEC Workplan
• First Priority: Energy Efficient Building
Project Funding Is Vital - Approval
Needed
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MN BENCHMARKING PROGRAM
SHOWS CITY MAY BE WASTING
OVER $500,000 ANNUALLY
• Edina Ranked # 155 of 214
Benchmarked Cities
• $523,000 in Potential Annual Energy
Savings
• Fourth Highest City in Potential
Savings
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EEC WORK PLAN
DETERMINED BY ITS ROLE
• GHG Action is #1 priority
• City Building efficiency has been top
strategy of EEC for 3 years.
• Council has approved this priority
Success requires Council, Staff &
Commission Working Together
"If you will the ends, You will the means"
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�° 2015 Annual Work Plan
Approved by City Council on 12/16 with following notes: Certain items
considerable staff time may need to span two calendar years. Suggest
2015 New Initiative
Workplan Item I (WPI)
Reduce Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG)
are not included
that prioritization
Target
Completion
Date
in the approved budget.
be considered during
Budget
Required
Projects that involve
upcoming joint meeting.
...
Required
Council
Approval
in City of Edina Operations to meet Comprehensive Plan Chapter 10
Goals.
1) Measurement — continue to use and refine metrics and
analyses
a. B3 database for all City Buildings
April 1, 2015
Staff Time
Tim Barnes (12hrs)
b. Create metrics for City vehicle fleets(gallons of fuel)
July 1, 2015
Staff Time
Gunnar Kaasa (20hrs)
c. Create metrics for Utility operations (energy usage)
July 1, 2015
Staff Time
Dave Goergen (20hrs)
d. Regional Indicators for City as a whole
April 1, 2015
$500
(Consultant)
2) City Building Energy Efficiency initiative
a. EEC Commissioners to work with City Manager and City
October 1,
Staff + $1,000
Scott Neal (8hrs)
Building manager to create a detailed plan for retrofitting
2015
(Consultant)
Tim Barnes (80hrs)
existing buildings within 5 years
b. At least one building will be retrofitted in 2015 either under
December 31,
Staff + $10,000
Tim Barnes (200hrs)
the City's own effort or under the State GESP program
2015
(Consultant)
3) City Capital Process Environmental Considerations Initiative
a. EEC to review results of having an environmental
April 1, 2015
Staff Time
Eric Roggeman (20hrs)
considerations section in 2014 CIP process. EEC
commissioners will work with City staff to refine and expand
so that all capital decisions (i.e., new buildings, major
building renovations and fleet purchases) have explicitly
environmental analysis on how they will affect City GHG
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commitments
Progress Report:
2015 New Initiative
Target
Budget
Staff Support
Workplan Item 2 (WP2)
Completion
Required
Required
Approval
Date
Promote the Reduction of Energy Consumption and Greenhouse
Gas Emissions (GHG) in the City of Edina at large to meet
Comprehensive Plan Chapter 10 Goals.
1) Community solar project
a. City will allocate staff time to scope, bid and execute a
December 31,
Staff + $10,000
Ross Bintner (100hrs)
community solar project on a city building in 2015 once PUC
2015
(Consultant)
finalizes community solar details. Public Works roof is initial
target site.
b. EEC commissioners will work with the City staff on this effort
c. The City will determine whether it wishes to purchase a
share in this project for itself
d. The April 2015 EEC community event will be used to roll out
April 1, 2015
Staff Time
Krystal Caron (80hrs)
Community Solar to residents
2) EEC coordination with Planning, Transportation and Parks
commissions to achieve Chapter 10 commitments
a. EEC commissioners will be encouraged to track these
December 31,
None
None
commission meetings and to comment and recommend
2015
actions per the City's commitments
3) Expand City subsidized Home Energy Squad (HES) installs for
residents
a. The City will fund 150 HES installs at a cost of $10500,
December 31,
$10,500
Minor
prioritize for lower income (a dramatic increase over the
2015
(Consultant)
current funding of $4000)
b. EEC will educate and promote HES with the goal to get 500
visits in the year.
Progress Report:
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DATE: March 14, 2013
TO: Energy and Environment Commission
CC: Karen Kurt, Assistant City Manager; Wayne Houle, Director of Engineering.
FROM: Ross Bintner P.E. - Environmental Engineer
RE: City of Edina Energy, Environment and Sustainability Goal Summary
This report provides a summary of energy, environment and sustainability goals to support the 2013 EEC work plan item
to integrate City environmental sustainability goals into City operations.
Mission and Vision
The Edina 2020 Vision and Strategic Plan includes concepts of "a livable environment," in which clean drinking water is
called out, "effective and valued city services," that change as the needs of our customers change, "a sound public
infrastructure" that forms a stable foundation of our City, "a balance of land uses," with an extensive network of parks
and open spaces with transit friendly development, and "innovation," such as forming partnerships with schools and
community organizations and seeking innovative ways to improve quality of life.
The vision statement itself contains no specific mention of sustainability, energy efficiency or the natural environment and
concepts such as pollution prevention, conservation and waste reduction are absent and air quality, water quality, wildlife
habitat and other environmental services and are not mentioned. The vision statement:
• Edina will be the preeminent place for living, learning, raising families and doing business as distinguished by: I) A livable
environment, 2) Effective and valued city services, 3) A sound public infrastructure, 4) Balance of land uses, and 5)
Innovation
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The mission statement of the City recognizes land redevelopment's role in sustaining quality of life.
• Our mission is to provide effective and valued public services, maintain a sound public infrastructure, offer premier public
facilities and guide the development and redevelopment of lands, all in a manner that sustains and improves the
uncommonly high quality of life enjoyed by our residents and businesses
Comprehensive Plan chapter 2 Vision, Goals and Objections, details examples of innovation and the nation leading land
use examples of the Country Club, 50th and France, Southdale Center and Centennial Lake and Edinborough mixed uses.
Objectives articulated in the 2020 Vision that tangentially relate to energy, environment or sustainability, include
accommodating the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina and efficiently employing technological
advancements to provide city services.
Goals and Policy
Specific City Council resolutions, City ordinance and the comprehensive plan were reviewed. The following is a summary
of types of environmental services mentioned, and specific goals articulated in each of the documents.
2007 -05 City Code Section 1502.03 and formation of the EEC
a. No specific goals set.
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2. 2007 -20 Endorsing US Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
a. Preamble contains mentions of IPCC study, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, climate change, adaptation,
planning for natural disasters, and the Kyoto Protocol.
b. RESOLVED, that the U.S. Conference of Mayors endorses the U.S Mayors Climate Protection
Agreement.
c. RESOLVED, that the U.S. Conference of Mayors will work in conjunction with ICLEI Local Governments
for sustainability or other appropriate organization for track progress and implementation of the U.S.
Mayors Climate Agreement. (The wording of the ordinance seems to simply proclaim the work of the US
Mayor group)
2007 -1 19 Joining ICLEI Cities for Climate Protection Campaign
a. Preamble assumes 2007 -20 authorized city signing the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement and
that the City has committed to take a variety of actions including:
i. Urging Federal policy and programs to meet Kyoto protocol goals
ii. Promote land use and transportation policies that reduce GHG
iii. Increase use of renewable energy and energy efficiency
iv. Adopt purchasing and building construction and operations practices that reduce GHG
v. Increase recycling rates and urban forest cover
vi. Support education efforts to reduce GHG in the community
b. RESOLVED, City will join ICLEI Cities Climate Protection Campaign and take a leadership role in
reducing GHG in the community and promote public awareness about impacts of climate change.
• 4. 2008 Comprehensive Plan Chapter 10 Energy and Environment
a. Section 10.1 Introduction and History: This section describes a history of environmental action in Edina
and the formation of the EEC.
b. Section 10.2 Climate Change and Global Warming: includes trends and challenges, background describing
ICLEI and Mayor Climate Protection resolutions, and 2007 State GHG goal are included. This section
includes the following goals and policies:
i. Conduct 2007 Baseline GHG emissions assessment
ii. GHG reduction goal. /5% reduction by 2015, 25% reduction by 2025, 80% reduction by 2050
iii. Develop a local action plan
iv. Implement policies and measures in the local action plan
v. Monitor and verify results of implementation
c. Section 10.3 Energy: Describes environmental costs of current mix of energy generation, and states
importance of developing local and renewable sources of electric power. Topics of biofuels and fuel use
reduction are covered. This section includes the following goals and policies:
i. Lead by example in conserving energy and developing renewable energy for city buildings, fleets and
operations.
ii. Promote community and business energy conservation including policies or incentives for energy efficiency,
renewable energy, and reduction in GHG
iii. Adopt purchasing guidelines for Edina that include renewable energy sources such as wind sourced
electric or bio fuels.
iv. Promote educational programs to inform residents and businesses about energy
v. Obtains grants for adoption of renewable energy sources and work to make these projects self-sustaining
d. Section 10.4 Solar Protection: Discusses potential for ordinances for solar protection and details 4
considerations and specific actions to develop further policy in this area. This section includes the
• following goals and policies:
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i. Continue to enforce setback, building height, and lot coverage ordinance that can serve as protection to
solar access
ii. Consider access to solar when reviewing variance applications
iii. Promote use of passive solar in building design
iv. Establish policies to restrict development for the purpose of protection solar access
e. Section 10.5 Residential Energy Consumption: The section details the three major components of
residential energy use; electric, heat and transportation and discusses energy trends and the Energy Star
label. This section includes the following goals and policies:
i. Inform residents on energy efficiency
ii. Create incentives to reduce residential energy use
iii. Promote LEED certification for new construction
iv. Encourage green materials and tree planting to reduce heating and cooling needs
v. Inform homebuilders and remodelers of energy efficiency
f. 10.6 Commercial and Industrial Energy Consumption: This section discusses potential opportunity for
efficiency in the commercial and industrial sector, as well as challenges. This section includes the
following goals and policies:
i. Promote renewable energy
g. 10.7 City Energy Consumption: Describes the ability of the city to play a leadership role by reducing its
own energy in buildings (56 %), water and sanitary operations (33 %), Fleet (5 %), Street lights (2 %) and
employee commute (4 %). This section includes the following goals and policies:
i. Create benchmarks for current energy use in all public facilities and reduce to GHG reduction goal.
ii. Establish policy for annual build energy use report and goals for reduction.
• h. Section 10.8 Waste: This section discusses the history of recycling in Edina, and describes the state of
the industry and an increasing amount of waste generated. Trends in waste types and options for
handling are discussed such as sources separated organic composting and electronic waste. This section
includes the following goals and policies:
i. Continue to operate a household recycling program encouraging reduction, reuse and recycling
ii. Encourage backyard home composting of organic material
iii. Support citywide collection of source separate organics
iv. Encourage businesses to participate in MN chamber waste wise program
v. Encourage proper disposal of household hazardous waste
vi. Educate consumers to buy green
vii. Recommend changes to City purchasing policy
viii. Expand range of plastics that can be recycled
ix. Encourage greater recycling among businesses
x. Identify an Edina site that would produce renewable energy from City waste, such as an anaerobic
digester.
i. Section 10.10.1 Air: This section describes coal burning and automobile traffic as major causes of
impairment to generally good air quality and also details potential indoor air quality issues. This section
includes the following goals and policies:
i. Cooperate with statewide and regional air quality efforts
ii. Encourage mechanical ventilation systems in new homes
iii. Provide incentives for building practices that improve indoor air quality
iv. Encourage tree planting to reduce noise and absorb carbon
v. Consider vehicle idling ordinance, and promote `no idling' near school and public parking lots
A Promote the use of renewable energy sources to reduce coal particulate in regional air
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S. 2008 Comprehensive Plan — Related Chapters
a. Chapter 4 — Land Use
i. Chapter 4.2 details natural features, landforms, water resources around which the built -
environment is situated. The land use example of Southdale explains a context of using a massive
heat pump, the largest in the world at the time, to "make our own weather at Southdale."
ii. Chapter 4.3 details issues around zoning, mixed uses, and connectivity of transportation
networks.
iii. Chapter 4.4 includes goals to increase pedestrian and bicycling opportunities and connects, and
reduce dependence on the car, as well incorporating principles of sustainability and energy
conservation into all aspects of design, construction, renovation, and long -term operation of new
and existing development. This chapter also talks about the fundamental link between land use
and transportation.
b. Chapter 7 — Transportation
i. Goals include; Minimizing the impacts of the transportation system on Edina's , reducing the
overall dependence on and use of single- occupant vehicles, Provide multiple travel options for
transit users, pedestrians, bicyclists, and rideshare users, managing parking and encourage join
and shared use of facilities, ride share, bicycle parking, and increased transit use, and providing
efficient movement of goods.
ii. Policies include; Use economic and environmentally sound management techniques for snow and
ice removal, a variety of pedestrian and bicycle recommendations.
c. Chapter 8 — Water Resource Management
• i. This section covers the three major utilities that provide clean water service to Edina; Sanitary
Sewer, Domestic Water, and Storm Sewer. Descriptions of the capacity of trunk sewers indicate
that total water and sanitary use are a critical factor in the ultimate development density of the
City. The storm sewer services of clean surface water and flood protection are described in
detail and reference the Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan, Nondegradation of
Waters Report, local watershed plans, individual lake studies, and Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan.
ii. Goals include; Eliminating inflow and infiltration of clean water into the sanitary system and
protecting the health safety and welfare of citizens, modifying permitting and enforcement
processes for construction activities, clean water education, providing clean, safe and high quality
potable water, provide for sustainability of water supply through promotion of water
conservation.
iii. Policies include; Eliminating points of inflow and infiltration to the sanitary system, restricting
discharge of clean water into the sanitary system, implementation of the various surface water
and pollution prevention plans for clean water and flood protection and implementation of the
Water Supply Plan to encourage a reduction in water demand.
d. Chapter 9 — Parks Open Space, and Natural Resources
i. This section details links to surface water quality and parks operations, the restoration of natural
resources, links to community health, active living goals and recreation places and space
opportunities and regional amenities and trail networks. A variety of natural areas are
catalogued, and environmental trends listed.
ii. This section includes a "Natural Resource Conservation and Management" part that details water
resources and natural areas, and a "Wildlife Management Plan" that details habitat for birds and
wildlife, and conservation and restoration of natural areas.
iii. Natural resource and wildlife goals include; Establishing a natural resource conservation and
ismanagement plan for restoration and protection of natural resources. Ensure development
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includes provisions for protection of shorelines, creeks and lakes. Identify a master landscape
planting plan for all Edina parks. Conserve and replace Edina urban forest. Maintain existing
wildlife sanctuaries. Continue to improve shoreline fishing opportunities.
iv. Natural resource and wildlife policies include; conducting a natural resource inventory of prairies,
woods, wetlands, establishing a natural resource conservation and management plan, managing
deer, goose and beaver population, and provide fishing opportunities.
6. 2011-37 Joining Greenstep Cities
a. No specific goals or policy set; implementation actions intended to help City meet its sustainability goals.
Challenge, competition, recognitions and ideas - network functions served as well.
b. Preamble describes GHG reduction goals in 2007 Next Generation Act goals.
c. Appoints the EEC to serve as the Greenstep coordinator.
Ordinance section 1502 — Energy and Environment Commission
a. No specific goals or policies set; duties section gets into specific detail on actions to take.
b. The Council, recognizing the need to support and advance environmental protection, conservation
efforts including energy conservation, and waste reduction, and to improve thereby the overall welfare of
the citizens of the City, does hereby establish the Energy and Environment Commission.
c. Duties; The Commission shall:
i. Examine and recommend best practices for energy conservation for Edina's citizens and businesses,
including a `green" building code, use of Energy Star appliances, and other energy reduction targets.
ii. Examine and recommend changes in City Government purchasing and operations to conserve energy.
iii. Evaluate and monitor the provision of a residential recycling program.
iv. Evaluate and monitor the provision of a privately provided solid waste program, as well as a reduction in
municipal solid waste produced by Edina residents and businesses.
v. Evaluate and encourage improvements in air and water quality.
vi. Promote the establishment of targets for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions produced by the
City's buildings, equipment and operations.
vii. Educate the public about energy issues, reduction, conservation, reuse, recycling and environmental
protection.
viii. Examine and promote renewable energy options for transportation, heating, and cooling and other
energy uses.
Attachments:
Link to Vision and Strategic Plan
Link to Comprehensive Plan
Resolution 2007 -20
Resolution 2007-119
Resolution 2011-37
Section 1502 Energy and Environment Commission
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RESOLUTION NO. 2007-20
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ENDORSING THE U.S. MAYOR'S CLIMATE PROTECTION AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the U.S. Conference of Mayors has previously adopted strong policy
resolutions calling for cities, communities and federal government to take actions to
reduce global warming pollution; and
WHEREAS, the Inter - Governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the international
community's most respected assemblage of scientists, has found that climate disruption
is a reality and that human activities are largely responsible for increasing
concentrations of global warming pollution; and
WHEREAS, recent, well - documented impacts of climate disruption include average
global sea level increases of four to eight inches during the 2001 century; an 40 percent
decline in Arctic sea -ice thickness; and nine of the ten hottest years on record occurring
in the past decade; and
• WHEREAS, climate disruption o
community will cause extremely
throughout the world including:
that interact with coastal storm
structures; more frequenr and
concentrations of smog; and
f the magnitude now predicted by the scientific
costly disruption of human and natural systems
increased risk of floods or droughts; sea -level rises
s to erode beaches, inundate land, and damage
extreme heat waves; more frequent and greater
WHEREAS, on February 16, 2005, the Kyoto Protocol, an international agreement to
address climate disruption, went into effect in the 141 countries that have ratified it to
date; 38 of those countries are now legally required to reduce greenlouse gas emissions
on average 5.2 percent below 1990 levels by 2012; and
WHEREAS, the United States of America, with less than five percent of the world's
population, is responsible for producing approximately 25 percent of the world's global
wari-ning pollutants; and
WHEREAS, the Kyoto Protocol emissions reduction target for the U.S. would have been
7 percent below 1990 levels by 2012; and
WHEREAS, many leading U.S. companies that have adopted greenhouse gas reduction
programs to demonstrate corporate social responsibility have also publicly expressed
preference for the U.S. to adopt precise and mandatory emissions targets and timetables
as a means by which to remain competitive in the international marketplace, to mitigate
financial risk and to promote sound investment decisions; and
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WHEREAS state and local governments throughout the United States are adopting
emission reduction targets and programs and that this leadership is bipartisan, coming
from Republican and Democratic governors and mayors alike; and
WHEREAS, many cities throughout the nation, both large and small, are reducing
global warming pollutants through programs that provide economic and quality of life
benefits such as reduced energy bills, green space preservation, air quality
improvements, reduced traffic congestion, improved transportation choices, and
economic development and ob creation through energy conservation and new energy
technologies; and
WHEREAS, mayors from around the nation have signed the U.S. Mayors Climate
Protection Agreement which, as amended at the 73rd Annual U.S. Conference of Mayors
meeting, reads:
The U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
A. We urge the federal government and state governments to enact policies and
programs to meet or beat the target of reducing global warming pollution levels
to 7 percent below 1990 levels by 2012, including efforts to: reduce the United
States' dependence on fossil fuels and accelerate the development of clean,
economical energy resources and fuel- efficient technologies such as conservation,
methane recovery for energy generation, waste to energy, wind and solar energy,
fuel cells, efficient motor vehicles, and biofuels;
B. We urge the U.S. Congress to pass bipartisan greenhouse gas reduction
legislation that includes '1) clear timetables and emissions limits and 2) a flexible,
market -based system of tradable allowances among emitting industries; and
C. We will strive to meet or exceed Kyoto Protocol targets for reducing global
warming pollution by taking actions in our own operations and communities
such as:
1. Inventory global warming emissions in City operations and in the community,
set reduction targets and create an action plan;
2. Adopt and enforce land -use policies that reduce sprawl, preserve open space,
and create compact, walkable urban communities;
3. Promote transportation options such as bicycle trails, commute trip reduction
programs, incentives for car pooling and public transit;
4. Increase the use of clean, alternative energy by, for example, investing in
"green tags" advocating for the development of renewable energy resources,
recovering landfill methane for energy production, and supporting the use of
waste to energy technology;
5. Make energy efficiency a priority through building code improvements,
retrofitting city facilities with energy efficient lighting and urging employees
to conserve energy and save money;
6. Purchase only Energy Star equipment and appliances for City us;
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. 7. Practice and promote sustainable building practices using the U.S. Green
Building Council's LEED program or a similar system;
8. Increase the average fuel efficiency of municipal fleet vehicles; reduce the
number of vehicles; launch an employee education program including anti -
idling messages; convert diesel vehicles to bio- diesel;
9. Evaluate opportunities to increase pump efficiency in water and wastewater
systems; recover wastewater treatment methane for energy consumption;
10. Increase recycling rates in City operations and in the community;
11. Maintain healthy urban forests; promote tree planting to increase shading and
to absorb CO2; and
12. Help educate the public, schools, other jurisdictions, professional associations,
business and industry about reducing global warming pollution.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the U.S. Conference of Mayors endorses
the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement as amended by the 73r, annual U.S.
Conference of Mayors meeting and urges mayors from around the nation to join this
effort.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the U.S. Conference of Mayors will work in conjunction
with ICLEI Local Governments for sustainability and other Ja p ropriate organization for
track progress and implementation of the U.S. Mayors lii a Agreement as amended
by the 73rd annual U.S. Conference of Mayor's meetings
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STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ),SS
CITY OF EDINA )
CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting City Clerk for the City of Edina do hereby
certify that the attached and foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Edina City
Council at its Regular Meeting of February 6, 2007, and as recorded in the Minutes of
said Regular Meeting.
WITNESS my hand and seal of said City this day of , 20
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City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -119
CITY OF EDINA
• e JOINING ICLEI CITIES FOR
CLIMATE PROJECTION CAMPAIGN
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the City's best interests to take action
to stop global warming; and
WHEREAS, on February 6, 2007, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2007 -20
concerning the Cities for Climate Protection and the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement. The
Cily Council approved signing the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement and also requested
that the new Energy and Environment Commission review the requirennents of the ICLEI Cities for
Climate Projection program and present a recommendation to the Council on whether to join ICLEI;
and
WHEREAS, in joining 28 other Minnesota cities and over 700 U.S. cities in signing the U.S.
Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, Edina has committed to take actions including the following:
(1) Urging the federal government and state governments to enact policies and programs to meet or
beat the target of reducing global warming pollution levels to 7 percent below 1990 levels by 2012; (2)
Promoting land use and transportation policies that result in reduced greenhouse gas emissions; (3)
Increasing the use of clean, renewable energy and making energy efficiency a priority; (4) Adopting
purchasing and building construction and operation practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions;
• (5) Increase recycling rates and urban forest cover; and (6) Support education efforts about how to
take actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
WHEREAS, ICLEI's Cities for Climate Protection (CCP) Campaign assists cities to adopt
policies and implement quantifiable measures to reduce local greenhouse gas emissions, improve air
quality, and enhance urban livability and sustainability. The campaign is based around five
milestones that local governments commit to undertake. The milestones allow local governments to
understand how municipal decisions affect energy use and how these decisions can be used to
mitigate global climate change while improving community duality of life. Edina would join more
than 800 local governments participate in the CCP, integrating climate change mitigation into their
decision - making processes
WHEREAS, the Energy and Environment Commission passed a motion Unanimously
recommending that the City join ICLEI's Cities for Climate Protection Campaign at its meeting in
September 2007. The Commission stated that ICLEI membership will enable the City to access the
tools and technical assistance offered by ICLEI and learn from the experience of other member cities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Edina City Council that the City of Edina join
ICLEI's Cities for Climate Protection Campaign as a full member and, through its Energy and
Environment Commission, take a leadership role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the
community and in promoting public awareness about the causes and impacts of climate change.
ADOPTED this 5th day of November, 2007.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )SS
CITY OF EDINA )
CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
1, the undersigned duly appointed and acting City Clerk for the City of Edina do hereby certify that
the attached and foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Edina City Council at its Regular
Meeting of November 5, 2007, and as recorded in the Minutes of said Regular Meeting.
WITNESS my hand and seal of said City this ay of !; .20
• Debra A. Mangen, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO 2011 -37
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF EDINA
TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MINNESOTA GREENSTEP CITIES PROGRAM
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The GreenStep Cities program aims to provide Minnesota cities a clear pathway to greater sustainability based
upon implementing best practices specific to Minnesota cities of differing sizes and capabilities. Due to the
multiple environmental, economic and social dimensions of the best practices, leadership from a city's council
is needed to oversee their implementation and coordination /integration with other city and community
activities and with other governmental jurisdictions (such as surrounding townships) as appropriate.
WHEREAS, uncertainty in energy prices and the transition away from fossil fuel energy sources present
new challenges and opportunities to both the City of Edina and to the economic health of its citizens and
businesses; and
WHEREAS, climate changes have been observed in Minnesota and have the potential to negatively
impact local, regional and state economies; infrastructure development; habitat; ecological communities,
including native fish and wildlife populations; spread invasive species and exotic diseases; reduce drinking
water supplies and recreational opportunities; and pose health threats to our citizens; and
WHEREAS, local governments have the unique opportunity to achieve both energy use and
• climate change gas reductions through building and facilities management; land use and
transportation planning; environmental management; and through economic and community development;
and
WHEREAS, efforts to address energy and climate issues provide an opportunity to move toward energy
self- reliance and greater community resiliency; provide environmentally healthy and cheaper -to- operate
public buildings; encourage new economic development and local jobs; and support local food and renewable
energy production; and
WHEREAS, the City of Edina has completed their Carbon Emissions Benchmark for the year 2007 and
submitted the results to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP); and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Session Laws 2008, Chapter 356, Section 13 directed the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency ( "MPCA ") and Office of Energy Security in the Department of Commerce ( "Office of Energy
Security "), in collaboration with Clean Energy Resource Teams ( "CERTs "), to recommend municipal actions and
policies that work toward meeting the State's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals; and
WHEREAS, the Next Generation Act of 2007, Minnesota Session Laws 2007 - Chapter 136:
(1) sets State greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals of cutting emissions to 15 percent below 2005 levels
by 2015, 30 percent below 2005 levels by 2025, and 80 percent below 2005 levels by 2050;
(2) sets a State energy conservation goal of achieving annual energy savings equal to 1.5 percent of annual
retail energy sales of electricity and natural gas;
(3) establishes an energy policy goal that the per capita use of fossil fuel as an energy input be reduced by 15
percent by the year 2015, through increased reliance on energy efficiency and renewable energy alternatives;
(4) establishes an energy policy goal that 25 percent of the electricity used in the state be derived from
• renewable energy resources by the year 2025; and
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WHEREAS, a broad coalition of public and private stakeholders including the League of
Minnesota Cities, the MPCA, Office of Energy Security and CERTs responded to the 2008 legislation by
establishing the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program to provide a series of sustainable development best
practices focusing on local government opportunities to reduce energy use and greenhouse gases; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program assists in facilitating technical assistance for the
implementation of these sustainable development best practices; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program provides cost - effective sustainable development
best practices in the following five categories: (1) Buildings and Lighting; (2) Transportation; (3) Land Use; (4)
Environmental Management; and (5) Economic and Community Development;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Edina does hereby authorize the
City of Edina (tile "City ") to participate in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program. Be it further resolved that
the City:
1. Appoints the Edina Energy and Environment Commission to serve as the city's GreenStep coordinator
to facilitate best practice implementation; and
Will facilitate the involvement of community members, civic, business and educational organizations,
and other units of government as appropriate, the Edina City Council, the Edina Energy and
Environment Commission, the Edina Planning Commission, the Edina Transportation Commission, the
Bike Edina Task Force, the Edina Community Health Committee and the Edina Park and Recreation
Board, as well as Edina city staff In the planning, in the promoting and implementing of GreenStep
Cities best practices; and
3. Plans to take actions to implement the following best practices:
#1 Public Buildings & Lighting, 112 Efficient Private Existing Buildings & Lighting, 116 Comprehensive
Plan, #11 Complete Streets, 1112 Mobility Options, 415 Purchasing, 1416 Urban Forests, #17 Efficient
Stormwater Management, #18 Green InfrastruCtUre, 1119 Surface Water Quality, #22 Solid Waste, 1123
Local Air Quality, #24 Benchmanrs & Community Engagement (counts as two best practices), 1125
Green Business Development, and 1126 Renewable Energy, and
4. Will claim credit for having implemented and will implement in total a least 16 reClUired and optional
GreenStep best practices that will result in energy use reduction, ec 1 olTlic savings and reduction in
the community's greenhouse gas footprint. A summary of the city's it lementation of best practices
will be posted on the Minnesota GreenStep Cities web site. , I ll�
ADOPTED this 1811h day of January, 2011. 1
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Debra A. Mangen, ity iflibirk James B. Hovland, Mayor
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
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CITY OF EDINA )
CERTIFICATE OF CLERK
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting City Clerk for the City of Edina, do hereby certify that the attached and foregoing Resolution is a true and
correct copy of the Resolution duly adopted by the Edina City Council at its Regular Meeting or January 18, 2011, and as recorded in the Minutes of said
Regular Meeting.
WITNESS my hand and seal of said City this day of 20
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City of Edina Boards and Commissions 1502.03
Section 1502 - Energy and Environment Commission
1502.01 Policy and Establishment. The Council, recognizing the need to support and advance
environmental protection, conservation efforts including energy conservation, and waste
reduction, and to improve thereby the overall welfare of the citizens of the City, does hereby
establish the Energy and Environment Commission (the "Commission ").
1502.02 Duties. The Commission shall:
A. Examine and recommend best practices for energy conservation for Edina's citizens
and businesses, including a "green" building code, use of Energy Star appliances, and
other energy reduction targets.
B. Examine and recommend changes in City Government purchasing and operations to
conserve energy.
C. Evaluate and monitor the provision of a residential recycling program.
D. Evaluate and monitor the provision of a privately provided solid waste program, as
well as a reduction in municipal solid waste produced by Edina residents and businesses.
E. Evaluate and encourage improvements in air and water quality.
F. Promote the establishment of targets for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
produced by the City's buildings, equipment and operations.
G. Educate the public about energy issues, reduction, conservation, reuse, recycling and
environmental protection.
H. Examine and promote renewable energy options for transportation, heating, and
cooling, and other energy uses.
1502.03 Membership. The Commission shall consist of ten regular and two student members.
History: Ord 2007 -05 Adopted 04- 03 -07; Ord 2009 -04, 03- 17 -09; Ord 2010 -04, 03- 02 -10; Ord 2011-
02 deleted Section 146 replaced by Section 1502
Cross Reference: Section 1500
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