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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 09/17/2019APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 7:00 PM, CITY CENTER Council Chamber 8080 Mitchell Road CITY COUNCIL: Mayor Ron Case, Council Members Brad Aho, Mark Freiberg, P G Narayanan, and Kathy Nelson CITY STAFF: City Manager Rick Getschow, Public Works Director Robert Ellis, City Planner Julie Klima, Parks and Recreation Director Jay Lotthammer, City Attorney Ric Rosow, and Council Recorder Jan Curielli I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Case called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. All Council Members were present. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. OPEN PODIUM INVITATION IV. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS A. HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMISSIONER JAN CALLISON Hennepin County Commissioner Jan Callison presented an update about Hennepin County. She said the renovation of the Eden Prairie Library should be completed in the first quarter of 2020. She reported progress is being made on the burst pipe south of the Crosstown Highway. The Medical Examiners facility in Minnetonka is in the process of being approved. Progress on the Southwest Light Rail is ongoing. She distributed a handout of the County Assessor’s Report. County budget hearings will be held next Tuesday to set the maximum tax levy. A 4.75% increase in the property tax levy is expected for the next year. The County budget includes an additional $4,000,000 for affordable housing. Case commented the Council received a progress report from our Housing Task Force at tonight’s workshop meeting. Nelson noted she and Ms Callison have worked together on the Southwest Light Rail for at least ten years, and she appreciated all Ms Callison has done. B. ACCEPT DONATION OF $500 FROM ENVY SKIN CLINIC FOR ARTS IN THE PARK (Resolution No. 2019-98) Lotthammer said Envy Skin Clinic has donated $500 for the Arts in the Park event, which will be held this Saturday at Purgatory Park. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 2 Case noted how much donations like this help to enhance what we have available in the City’s budget. MOTION: Aho moved, seconded by Narayanan, to adopt Resolution No. 2019-98 accepting the donation of $500 from Envy Skin Clinic to go towards the Arts in the Parks. Motion carried 5-0. C. ACCEPT DONATION OF $14,645 FROM THE EDEN PRAIRIE CRIME PREVENTION FUND FOR A NEW POLICE CANINE (Resolution No. 2019-99) Police Chief Weber said the Eden Prairie Crime Prevention Fund has donated $14,645 for a new police canine. The donation included $6,000 each from the Lions Club and Comcast. MOTION: Narayanan moved, seconded by Nelson, to adopt Resolution No. 2019-99 accepting the donation of $14,645 from the Eden Prairie Crime Prevention Fund for the purchase of a new police canine. Motion carried 5-0. V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND OTHER ITEMS OF BUSINESS Case added Items XIV.A.1, 2, and 3. MOTION: Freiberg moved, seconded by Aho, to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried 5-0. VI. MINUTES A. COUNCIL WORKSHOP HELD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2019 B. CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2019 MOTION: Nelson moved, seconded by Freiberg, to approve the minutes of the Council Workshop held Tuesday, September 3, 2019, and the City Council meeting held Tuesday, September 3, 2019, as published. Motion carried 5-0. VII. REPORTS OF ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS VIII. CONSENT CALENDAR A. CLERK’S LICENSE LIST B. PARKS REZONING by City of Eden Prairie. Second Reading of Ordinance 18-2019 for Rezoning of City Owned Parks and Open Space Areas C. SOUTHWEST TRANSIT NORTH BUS ENTRY/OFFICE ADDITION by SouthWest Transit. Second reading of Ordinance No. 19-2019-PUD-11-2019 for CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 3 PUD District review; Resolution 2019-100 for Site Plan review; Approve Development Agreement (Ordinance No. 19-2019-PUD-11-2019 for Zoning District Review; Resolution No. 2019-100 for Site Plan Review; Development Agreement) D. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2019-101 DECLARING COSTS TO BE ASSSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND SETTING A HEARING DATE E. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2019-102 CERTIFYING FUNDS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED FOR PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST PAYMENTS ON BOND ISSUES F. APPROVE REHABILITATION DEFERRED GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENTS FOR PROP AND THE PROP SHOP USING 2019 CDBG PROGRAM INCOME G. APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LEASE AGREEMENTS WITH THE METROPOLITAN AIRPORTS COMMISSION FOR FLYING CLOUD BALL FIELDS H. AWARD CONTRACT FOR SHELDON AVENUE STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS TO G.L. CONTRACTING INC. I. AWARD CONTRACT FOR VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE REPLACEMENT AT WELL #5 TO PRAIRIE ELECTRIC J. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 1 FOR EDEN PRAIRIE ROAD EXTENSION PROJECT K. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 2 FOR EDEN PRAIRIE ROAD EXTENSION PROJECT L. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 1 FOR PRESERVE BOULEVARD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT M. APPROVE STANDARD CONTRACT FOR GOODS AND SERVICES WITH ANCOM COMMUNICATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF MOTOROLA CONSOLETTES N. APPROVE STANDARD AGREEMENT WITH VTI SECURITY TO PURCHASE CAMERAS FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER CAMERA UPGRADE PROJECT O. AWARD CONTRACT FOR PLEASANT HILL CEMETERY COLUMBARIUM PROJECT TO ODESSA II LLC. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 4 P. AWARD CONTRACT FOR EDEN PRAIRIE ROAD FENCE AND RETAINING WALL REHABILITATION PROJECT TO ODESSA II LLC. Q. APPROVE PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL FITNESS EQUIPMENT FOR THE EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY CENTER MOTION: Aho moved, seconded by Narayanan, to approve Items A-Q on the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS / MEETINGS A. PARAVEL APARTMENTS by Timberland Partners. Resolution 2019-103 for PUD concept review on 4.962 acres; Ordinance for PUD district review with waivers on 4.962 acres; Resolution 2019-104 for preliminary plat on 4.962 acres (Ordinance for Zoning District Review; Resolution No. 2019-103 for PUD Concept; Resolution No. 2019-104 for Preliminary Plat) Getschow said Timberland Partners is requesting approval to redevelop the property at 635 Prairie Center Drive. The proposed project is the second phase of the Castle Ridge redevelopment project. This phase proposes the construction of a five and seven story apartment building that provides 246 residential units comprised of studio, one bedroom and two bedroom units. The project also proposes the use of underground parking, limited surface parking and indoor and outdoor site amenities. The proposed density is 49.3 units per acre. Ryan Sailer, Vice President of Development for Timberland Partners, gave a PowerPoint presentation about the development plans. He reviewed the stakeholder engagement plans to introduce the project to the community. There will be a total of 63 affordable units, and plans include 425 parking stalls, 358 of which will be covered parking. In addition, there will be 327 bicycle stalls. Mr. Sailer reviewed the building footprint, noting it has been reduced in size since the introduction of the project to the Council in June. They plan to build a five-story and a seven-story building of wood frame construction, which is now the maximum height for a wood frame building. They increased the parking from 324 to 425 stalls. He reviewed the green space and sustainability features in the project, which include a storm water cistern for the reuse of water, LED light fixtures, permeable pavers and programmable thermostats. He noted the project will offer true life-cycle living. Evan Jacobsen, Tushie Montgomery Architects, gave a PowerPoint overview of the 4.96-acre development. The parking was increased by extending to the west, and there will be two entrances to the garage. He reviewed the landscape plan and amenities to be offered, the interior design of the units, and the designs and materials to be used on the exterior. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 5 Mr. Sailer reported if approval is received tonight, they plan to start construction in the first quarter of 2020 with completion expected by the fall of 2021. Nelson questioned if the mix of affordable units was proportional to the various unit sizes. Mr. Sailer replied they are proportional to the other units. Narayanan asked what the estimated rental cost of the units will be. Mr. Sailer replied the rents will probably range from $800 to over $2,000 for the market rate units. Case asked how close the market is to providing viable solar capabilities. Mr. Sailer responded solar energy still has a five-ten year pay-back time. He suggested the future for such projects may be to buy solar energy off the grid from Xcel. Aho noted he understood that new coding is in place to allow wood construction for the project and asked if there were concerns about that. Mr. Sailer replied they will build only one more story than the previous code allowed. There were no comments from the audience. MOTION: Aho moved, seconded by Narayanan, to close the public hearing; to adopt Resolution No. 2019-103 for Planned Unit Development concept review on 4.962 acres; to approve the first reading of the ordinance for Planned Unit Development District review with waivers on 4.962 acres; to adopt Resolution No. 2019-104 for a preliminary plat of one outlot into one lot on 4.962 acres; and to direct staff to prepare a development agreement incorporating staff and commission recommendations and Council conditions. Nelson commented she liked the community gardens, the bike area and the plans to make the buildings dog-friendly. The plans seem imaginative and she thanked the proponent for all of the thought and imagination that went into the building. Freiberg said he was familiar with the challenges presented by this lot. He was amazed at what they put together considering the impressive amenities and the ratio of the affordable housing units. He thought it will be a great addition to the community. Aho commended the proponent for a great project that has architectural differences but also similarities to other large projects in the community. Narayanan noted the development is beautiful, and the affordable component is awesome. Case felt the project has raised the bar for future projects. He liked the amazing mix of amenities, and the affordable component is wonderful. He commended them for intentionally trying to attract different age levels in the buildings, and noted he did not know of any other projects coming to the Council that have had such an intention. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 6 VOTE ON THE MOTION: Motion carried 5-0. B. ESTABLISHMENT OF A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF) DISTRICT AND TIF PLAN FOR PARAVEL AT CASTLE RIDGE Getschow said this item is tied to the Paravel development and is a request to establish a TIF district and TIF plan for Paravel at Castle Ridge. This request necessitates a redevelopment plan modification, creation of a new TIF District #24 and TIF Plan for Paravel. As part of the redevelopment plan modification, staff recommends expanding the boundaries of the City’s Redevelopment Project Area No. 5 to be coterminous with the City’s boundaries. This is a common approach that allows more flexibility in considering future support for housing throughout the City. Case explained TIF districts capture future tax dollars from the increasing tax base coming from the project. There were no comments from the audience. MOTION: Nelson moved, seconded by Freiberg, to close the public hearing; and to direct staff to include the redevelopment plan modification for Redevelopment Project Area No. 5, establishment of TIF District 24, and adoption of a TIF plan and agreement for Paravel at Castle Ridge on a future HRA/City Council meeting agenda. Motion carried 5-0. C. FINDINGS OF FACT AND CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 2019-01- 001 FOR LION’S DEN BUILDING RENOVATIONS Getschow said the Glen Lake Children’s Camp, located at 6350 Indian Chief Road, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is required to make any change in, on, or to a designated Heritage Preservation Site. The Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) at their August 19, 2019 meeting reviewed and approved plans for exterior renovations to the Camp’s Lion’s Den building. This Certificate of Appropriateness will approve replacing siding, windows, doors and ADA ramp on the Lion’s Den Cabin. The City of Eden Prairie leases the Glen Lake Children’s Camp and property to True Friends, whose mission is to provide life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self- esteem for children and adults with disabilities. Conor McGrath, Director of Facilities at True Friends, gave a PowerPoint presentation describing the operations of True Friends and explaining their mission, vision and values. He noted Camp Edenwood has been at this location since 1995 and provides a summer camp for many children and adults with disabilities. He reviewed the improvements planned for the building’s exterior and showed the materials to be used. They plan to match the cabin’s exterior to the Berglund Center, which is adjacent to the Lion’s Den cabin. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 7 Case thanked Mr. McGrath for the thoughtfulness and thoroughness of the details shared because Eden Prairie has always valued our historic sites, and this facility is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There were no comments from the audience. MOTION: Aho moved, seconded by Narayanan, to close the public hearing, and to adopt the Findings of Fact and approve the Certificate of Appropriateness 2019-01- 001for the renovations to the Lion’s Den building. Motion carried 5-0. D. VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS NEAR CASTLEMOOR DRIVE (Resolution No. 2019-105) Getschow said the property owner and developer of parcels near Castlemoor Drive have requested the vacation of original right-of way, drainage, and utility easements. There has been an Objection from CenturyLink regarding public utilities in the easement. The vacation is conditioned upon a receipt of No Objection to the Vacation from CenturyLink. Case asked if CenturyLink has veto power for this item because they are in the public right-of-way. Ellis replied that was true, so it is important to obtain the No Objection to the Vacation from CenturyLink. Freiberg asked if CenturyLink could actually veto the easement. Ellis said the right- of-way cannot be vacated until the Objection has been removed. John Fletcher, Presbyterian Homes and Services, said there are a number of easements that will be vacated, but new easements will be put in place for the right- of-way. MOTION: Narayanan moved, seconded by Aho, to close the public hearing, and to adopt Resolution No. 2019-105 vacating right-of-way and easements. Motion carried 5-0. X. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS MOTION: Narayanan moved, seconded by Aho, to approve the payment of claims as submitted. Motion was approved on a roll call vote, with Aho, Freiberg, Narayanan, Nelson, and Case voting “aye.” XI. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS XII. PETITIONS, REQUESTS, AND COMMUNICATIONS XIII. APPOINTMENTS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 8 XIV. REPORTS A. REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS 1. Census Recommendations—Mayor Case Mayor Case said he recently attended a meeting of the Regional Council of Mayors which was also attended by the Minnesota State Director for the U.S. Census. The Director emphasized the census is not a political issue, and the goal of the census is to count everybody across the country. Typically, 17% of the people living in the country do not get counted. We must have everyone counted because the number for our Congressional representation is based on that count. It is also very important to count everybody because counts are used to determine the benefits a community will receive. Every community must form a Complete Count Committee. Getschow said in 2017 Mayor Tyra-Lukens met with City staff and formed the Complete Count Committee. In early 2019 the City Council passed a resolution acknowledging the importance of the 2020 census. There are different tools and communication mechanisms to assist individual cities with the census. We plan to use City staff and the Human Rights and Diversity Commission to work together to do education on the City website and to hold events to get as many people counted as possible. There are 59 different languages available with the census, and we will be working with various groups and resources available to spread the word in as many different languages as possible here in the City. Case reiterated our governmental systems depend on the census count, so we need to do our part to get a complete count. 2. Concerns Regarding Noise at Flying Cloud Airport—Mayor Case Case stated there are about 30,000 people who live within a mile or so of the Flying Cloud Airport, and many people feel air traffic and noise levels are increasing. He would like to find out more about that from the state’s point of view. The City signed an agreement with the Metropolitan Airport Commission (MAC) in 2002. There was a decrease in airport activity shortly after the agreement was signed; however, recently there have been increases in both traffic and noise levels. In the last five or six years the community has been growing around the airport. He would like to invite the new MAC Chair, Rick King, and our newly appointed MAC Commissioner, Braj Agrawal, to come to a Council meeting and give an update on noise and activity statistics at the airport. 3. Conference on Entrepreneurship—Mayor Case Case said in March he attended a conference on entrepreneurship sponsored by CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 2019 Page 9 the Kauffman Foundation in Kansas City. As part of the conference, he had to select a project for our city ahead of time. The project he came up with is to apply for a U. S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant for our City to do something more with enhancing our entrepreneurship startups. The EDA is very favorable towards partnerships, so key leaders of several local groups were pulled together this week to begin discussions. Several mayors of nearby cities will meet on October 1 to bring together the ideas we have come up with. Council Member Aho will be the Acting Mayor for that meeting. Aho thanked Mayor Case for attending the March meeting. We have talked about a lot of these things, and that is good for our residents and our businesses. He asked if we included our Hennepin Technical College. Case replied the group will grow over time and will include the colleges. We plan to concentrate on entrepreneurship in our diverse populations, youth, and women. Narayanan recommended the Minnesota High Tech Association be included in the group. B. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER C. REPORT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR D. REPORT OF PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR E. REPORT OF PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR F. REPORT OF POLICE CHIEF G. REPORT OF FIRE CHIEF H. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY XV. OTHER BUSINESS XVI. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Freiberg moved, seconded by Narayanan, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0. Mayor Case adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m.