Julie Risser
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 20
- Total speaking time
- 3:03:56
- Avg per meeting
- 9:12
- Segments
- 1822
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Top issues during term (20)
2027/2028 Work Plan Development
Work plan priorities could affect future budgets, staff capacity, and consultant spending.
Dental Office Site Plan at 7300 Metro Boulevard
If approved, the project would add private construction spending and likely sales and property tax revenue, while also creating new costs for road access, traffic management, and city review.
Art Center Colocation at Southdale Library
Possible funding needed for marketing and outreach.
Street and Alley Reconstruction Projects
A nearly $10 million contract award for neighborhood road reconstruction.
Proposed 2027 property tax levy increase of 6.5%
Sets the proposed city tax levy for 2027, which affects residents' property tax bills.
Alternative Response Team and public safety updates
Tax dollars could shift toward more patrols or prevention programs, and nearby property values may feel a chill if safety worries linger.
Variance at 5620 Woodcrest Drive
No city cost — this is a private home improvement project; grading and drainage review happens at building permit.
50th & France Parking Ramp Fee Changes
Fee changes would affect city parking revenue and what drivers pay.
Federal SAFER Grant for Fire Staffing
Six new hires plus potential SAFER grant funding — staffing plans land in future budget talks.
Sale and redevelopment of 5146 Eden Avenue
$4 million purchase price plus up to ~$2 million in affordable housing fees, new property tax revenue, and park/water/sewer dedication fees.
Trail Connection to Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail
Shared construction costs with Three Rivers Park District; the city's share wasn't stated.
Parks Improvements and Ordinance 2026-12
The repairs and improvements carry purchase costs outlined in the consent items.
Park and Public Property Restrictions Ordinance
Permits for athletic fields start at $80 an hour — a cost concern for casual groups, though no new city spending was identified.
E-Bike Regulation
Enforcement and education would draw on existing police and city staff resources; possible signage costs.
Macy's Furniture Store Site Redevelopment Sketch Plan (7235 France Avenue)
City Manager Selection
The new city manager's salary starts at about $248,817 a year plus standard benefits, with step increases tied to performance reviews.
Use of $8.6 million General Fund surplus
Commits general fund surplus and reserves to one-time capital and strategic investments.
Braemar Ice Arena Expansion Concept Plan
The guaranteed maximum price sets the construction cost ceiling for a major city recreation facility project.
Early payoff of 2016A and 2017C bonds
Redeeming these bonds changes the city's outstanding debt and future debt service obligations.
Potential sale of 5146 Eden Avenue
The amended purchase and redevelopment terms affect city finances tied to the deal.
Decisions during term (319)
Recorded while Risser was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Motion to move to Closed Session
Motion to move back into Open Session
Approval of Meeting Agenda
Offer city manager position to Lori Hokkanen
Approval of Meeting Agenda
Adoption of Consent Agenda (except item 6.5)
Trail Connection Agreement with Three Rivers Park District (Item 6.5)
Resolution 2026-46: Accepting Donations
Ordinance 2026-12: Park Restrictions — Postponed to September 1
Minutes: Work Session and Regular, August 5, 2026
Payment of Claims
Agreement Amendment for Verizon Small Cell Infrastructure
Encroachment Agreement with 319 Harrison Avenue
Out-of-State Travel for Mayor Hovland
On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Smithsons
Adoption of Meeting Agenda
Adoption of Consent Agenda (Items 6.2-6.12, 6.14)
Minutes of Regular Meetings of June 2 and 16, 2026 (Item 6.1)
Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026 (Item 6.13)
City Manager Employment Agreement Extension (Item 6.15)
Voting record (118)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Offer city manager position to Lori Hokkanen
Adoption of Meeting Agenda
Adoption of Consent Agenda (Items 6.2-6.12, 6.14)
Minutes of Regular Meetings of June 2 and 16, 2026 (Item 6.1)
Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026 (Item 6.13)
City Manager Employment Agreement Extension (Item 6.15)
Resolution 2026-39: Appointing Election Judges (Item 6.16)
Resolution 2026-38: Accepting Donations (Item 8.1)
2026 Student Commission Appointments (Item 8.2)
Wooddale Avenue Bike Lane Project — Option 4 Selected (Item 8.3)
2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (9.2)
Cited unresolved concerns about TIF/SPARK expenditures and the HRA-general fund relationship.
to adjourn the meeting at 9:56 p.m.
approving the proclamation declaring the month of May as Building Safety Month in the City of Edina
approving the proclamation declaring April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day in the City of Edina
to suspend all current and future City spending on studying the feasibility and design of the France Avenue proposed underpass project and further direct City staff to engage with technical colleagues
adoption of Resolution No. 2026-20, accepting various grants and donations
approving the meeting agenda
approving the consent agenda as follows: 6.1. Approve regular and work session meeting minutes of April 7, 2026 6.2. Approve Claims for Payment for Check Register Pre-List Dated March 31, 2026, totali
France Avenue Pedestrian Underpass — Suspension of Spending
Cited county crash data showing the tunnel site is not in a high-injury segment and urged use of the most relevant safety data.