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Edina City Council Meeting / Aug. 19, 2025

Edina City CouncilWednesday, August 20, 2025
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Public comment on pedestrian safety at Grand View Square crosswalk

Issuance of revenue bonds for Centurion Foundation / Aurora on France

Acceptance of city donations

Conditional use permit for Rivian electric vehicle showroom at 3510 Galleria

Acquisition/transfer of 5146 Eden Avenue from HRA to City

Full Document Analysis

Votes (6)

Approve meeting agenda

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jackson · Seconded by Pierce

Adopt consent agenda

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jackson · Seconded by Agnu

Close public hearing (Res 2025-72)

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jackson · Seconded by Agnu

Approve Resolution 2025-72

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Pierce · Seconded by Unspecified

Approve Resolution 2025-71 (Donations)

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jackson · Seconded by Agnu

Approve Resolution 2025-64 (Rivian CUP)

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Jackson · Seconded by Pierce

Notable Quotes (2)

I really don't think it should take two years to procure a safety feature and wonder if it was ever ordered.

— Nancy Greer
Pedestrian safetyDuring public comment regarding the Eden Avenue crosswalk.

There's no risk for the city.

— Mayor Hoplin
Bond issuanceClarifying the city's role in conduit bond financing.

People (7)

Sharon AllisonClerk

Conducting roll call.

Nancy GreerResident

Advocating for pedestrian safety improvements on Eden Avenue.

1 quote

“It is now one month shy of two years that the request has been made and no advanced warning system has been installed.”

Expressing frustration over city inaction regarding crosswalk safety.

NeilCity Manager

Addressing public works and project status updates.

1 quote

“I will talk with Mr. Scipion and some of his colleagues at engineering and we'll try to put together the current status.”

Committing to provide an update on the Grand View Square crosswalk issue by Friday.

Nelly Chick BrewerFinance Department

Presenting bond issuance for Centurion Foundation.

Jeremy AlumLegal Counsel (Barnes & Thornberg)

Representing Centurion Foundation regarding bond issuance.

1 quote

“It is a formality under the federal tax code that we hold a public hearing.”

Describing the bond approval process for a healthcare facility.

Addison LewisStaff/Planner

Managing the Rivian CUP application process.

Hannah WooRivian Team

Presenting floor plan revisions for the Rivian showroom.

Places Mentioned

5225 Grand View SquareEden AvenueValley View RoadVernon and Eden intersection3510 Galleria5146 Eden AvenueArdan Park6500 France Avenue

Events & Meetings (3)

  • Meeting to order
  • Public hearing for Centurion Foundation bonds
  • September 9th at 11:30 a.m. - Senior Center (Safety meeting)

Ordinances & Resolutions (4)

2025-72

Issuance of revenue bonds for Centurion Foundation / Aurora on France

2025-71

Acceptance of donations for Park & Rec and Communications

2025-64

Conditional use permit for Rivian automotive showroom at 3510 Galleria

2025-68

Transfer of 5146 Eden Avenue from HRA to City

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