Edina City Council Approves Rivian’s Conditional Use Permit Amid Safety and Development Debates

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Edina City Council approved a conditional use permit for Rivian to establish a showroom in the Galleria mall. The meeting also addressed a host of community concerns, including pedestrian safety at a critical crosswalk and the city’s approach to funding significant infrastructure projects.

Edina Debates Charitable Gaming and Gun Control Amid Development Concerns

Overview: During the Edina City Council meeting, discussions were dominated by two major topics: the potential introduction of charitable gaming to support local education and sports programs, and the complexities surrounding proposed gun control ordinances in the city. The meeting also addressed development projects and their financial implications, highlighting community concerns about funding and public safety.

Edina City Council Faces Public Concerns Over Traffic Safety and Historic Preservation

Overview: The Edina City Council meeting on September 2, 2025, revolved around community concerns regarding traffic safety in residential neighborhoods and a contentious appeal related to historic preservation standards for a property in the Country Club area. The council also addressed financial matters, including the sale of bonds for infrastructure projects and a resolution on tax increment financing.

Edina Considers Extending Tax Increment Financing Program to Retain $900,000 for Local Projects

Overview: The Edina Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting on September 25th focused on discussions surrounding the amendment of the city’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program and its Spark initiative. The proposed extension aims to retain approximately $900,000 in local funds for community projects, avoiding redistribution to Hennepin County.

Edina Housing Authority Grapples with Compliance Challenges and Affordable Housing Needs

Overview: The Edina Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting on April 24, 2025, underscored the city’s ongoing challenges in maintaining affordable housing compliance and the necessity of refining policies to better serve low and moderate-income households. The meeting, held virtually, delved into the complexities of ensuring adherence to affordable housing agreements and assessing development proposals for city-owned property.