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Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Planning Commission
Edina City Hall Council Chambers
June 29, 2022
I. Call To Order
Chair Agnew called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
II. Roll Call
Answering the roll call were: Commissioners Miranda, Hayward, Alkire, Padilla, Smith and Chair Agnew.
Staff Present: Cary Teague, Community Development Director, Kris Aaker, Assistant Planner MJ Lamon,
Community Engagement Coordinator, Liz Olson, Administrative Support Specialist.
Absent from the roll call: Commissioner Strauss, Olsen, Bennett, Olson, and Barberot.
III. Approval Of Meeting Agenda
Commissioner Alkire moved to approve the June 29, 2022, agenda. Commissioner Padilla
seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. Special Recognitions and Presentations
A. Member Review & Work Plan Development Presentation
Community Engagement Manager MJ Lamon presented the Member Review & Work Plan Development for
2022.
Staff answered Commission questions.
V. Community Comment
None.
VI. Public Hearings
A. Variance B-22-11, A .9 Foot Front Yard Setback Variance for a Front Porch
Addition at 6116 Wilryan
Assistant Planner Aaker presented the request of .9 foot front yard setback variance for a front porch
addition. Staff recommends approval of the .9 foot front yard setback variance, as requested subject to
the findings and conditions listed in the staff report.
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Appearing for the Applicant
The applicant was at the meeting but did not wish to add any more information than what was presented
by staff.
Public Hearing
None.
Commissioner Miranda moved to close the public hearing. Commissioner Alkire seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
The Commission asked additional questions of staff and the applicant.
Motion
Commissioner Padilla moved that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the .9 Foot
Front Yard Setback Variance as outlined in the staff memo subject to the conditions and findings
therein. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
B. CUP for Countryside Elementary School at 5701 Benton Ave
Director Teague presented the request of Countryside Elementary School for a CUP. Staff recommended
approval of the CUP for Countryside Elementary School, as requested subject to the findings and
conditions listed in the staff report.
Appearing for the Applicant
Ms. Maria Kennedy, Wold Architects, Dave Ray, Boltman Menk, and Erik Hamilton Edina Public Schools made a
presentation to the Commission and answered questions.
Public Hearing
Mr. Tom Kluis, 5611 Countryside Road, addressed the Commission and voiced his concerns.
Commissioner Smith moved to close the public hearing. Commissioner Padilla seconded the
motion. Motion carried.
Staff discussed the application with concerns regarding pedestrian crossings.
Commission comments:
Good idea separating the two loops, parents drop off and buses
Concerned with the pedestrian crossings on walking paths
Overall is a good plan
Excited to see these new plans and the immersion program
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See how safety is prioritized with this plan
Trust all options were reviewed with this being the best option
Concerns about a narrow turn. Would like to see an accommodation for the private property
near this
Suggest EV Stations to new parking area for staff and visitors
Motion
Commissioner Alkire moved that the Planning Commission recommend approval to the City
Council of the Conditional Use Permit to expand the parking area for Countryside School as
outlined in the staff memo subject to the conditions and findings therein. Commissioner Smith
seconded the motion.
The Commission discussed an amendment to the motion to include a condition for the School Board to
consider adding EV Stations at a number that is reasonable based on the site.
Commissioners Alkire and Smith accepted the friendly amendment after discussion.
Motion carried 4 ayes, 1 nay (Miranda).
C. CUP for Concord Elementary School at 5900 Concord Ave
Director Teague presented the request of Concord Elementary School for a CUP. Staff recommends
approval of the CUP for Concord Elementary School, as requested subject to the findings and conditions
listed in the staff report.
Appearing for the Applicant
Ms. Maria Kennedy, Wold Architects, Dave Ray, Boltman Menk, and Erik Hamilton Edina Public Schools made a
presentation to the Commission and answered questions.
Public Hearing
None.
Commissioner Miranda moved to close the public hearing. Commissioner Alkire seconded
the motion. Motion carried.
Staff discussed the application.
Motion
Commissioner Alkire moved that the Planning Commission recommend approval to the City
Council of the Conditional Use Permit for an addition to Concord School as outlined in the staff
memo subject to the conditions and findings therein. Commissioner Padilla seconded the
motion. Motion carried 4 ayes, 1 nay (Miranda).
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VIII. Reports/Recommendations
None.
IX. Chair and Member Comments
Received.
X. Staff Comments
Received.
XI. Adjournment
Commissioner Padilla moved to adjourn the June 29, 2022, Meeting of the Edina Planning
Commission at 9:24 PM. Commissioner Miranda seconded the motion. Motion carried.