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Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting July 24, 2025

Edina City CouncilThursday, July 24, 2025
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Old public works site redevelopment

Developer team presentation for 5146 Eden Avenue

Proposed for-sale townhome and condominium housing project

Retail and restaurant site planning

Inclusionary housing goals

Site access, parking, and topography management

Full Document Analysis

Votes (1)

Approval of the meeting agenda as published

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Jackson · Seconded by Commissioner Agnu

Notable Quotes (3)

This is a call to order of the housing and redevelopment authority of the city of Adina. We've got a special meeting this morning.

— Mr. Cater
Meeting OrderOpening the meeting proceedings.

Ownership here is obviously owner occupied units. We think that's just a completely different feel than renter a renter neighborhood.

— Mr. Cater
Housing StrategyExplaining the strategic choice for for-sale housing.

I think we'd like it to be open at least lunch through dinner and brunch, maybe breakfast. We'll just kind of see how that goes.

— Brent Frederick
Retail/RestaurantDiscussing restaurant hours and operations.

People (7)

HubandChair

Chair of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Edina.

Scott NeilCity Manager

Executive director and city manager responsible for roll calls.

Bill NuendorfCommunity Development Director

Introduces developers and explains the RFP process and site context.

Mr. CaterPresident of Hemple Companies

Local resident of West Edina proposing 70 units and retail for the Eden Avenue site.

1 quote

“The real message here from our team is a number of principles here. I'm the president of Hemple Companies... I'm a resident of West Adina.”

Introducing team credentials and local stake.

Carl RunkPrincipal at Monarch Development Partners

Specializes in for-sale townhomes and condos with experience in Excelsior and North Loop.

Brent FrederickOwner of Jester Concepts

Proposing a family-friendly restaurant concept with potential grab-and-go options.

Pete CastroskiCo-founder of Rooost Advisers

Edina resident providing commercial real estate advisory.

Places Mentioned

5146 Eden AvenueArcadia AvenueGrand ViewHilltopArnison Acres

Events & Meetings (2)

  • July 24th, 2025, Special Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
  • July 24th, 2025, 5:00 PM: Tranquility Garden dedication at Arnison Acres
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