LAMBDA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL
AN HONORARY LAND ECONOMICS SOCIETY
Next Program
September 15, 2010
"Edina...
The Challenges of Re-Development in a 'Successful' First Ring Suburb"
A Panel Presentation by
Mayor Jim Hovland
Planning Commission Chair Michael Fischer
Planning Commission Vice Chair Kevin Staunton
Edina has historically been a community that has valued innovative development. From its incorporation in 1888 as a milling area on the banks of Minnehaha Creek, Edina has evolved to be a model among municipalities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It has been an innovator and leader in many ways as evidenced by:
Approval and construction of the Country Club neighborhood in 1924 featuring contoured streets, parks, trees, an eighteen-hole golf course and over 600 period revival homes built with private covenants governing unit placement, architectural style and property maintenance.
Adoption of a comprehensive zoning ordinance in 1929, the first Minnesota village to do so.
Establishment and renewal of the 50th and France commercial area into one of the Twin Cities area's most popular shopping districts.
Development of Southdale Center, the first climate-controlled, fully enclosed mall in the United States.
Development of Centennial Lakes and Edinborough, which have become contemporary models for the integration of commercial and residential land uses together with public park and recreation centerpieces.
Learn about the challenges the city is facing with re-development and changing expectations of its citizens. The panel will also share preliminary results of a new public engagement process aimed at restoring innovative planning in Edina through a citizen-driven Small Area Guide process.
You won’t want to miss this unique program. Bring a guest!
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WHEN:
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
11:30 a.m. - Registration & Social
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch & Program
LOCATION:
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis Campus
Terrance Murphy Hall, Room 252
1000 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis
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REGISTRATION FEE:
Members: $25
Guest: $35
Students: $20
RSVP BY Monday, September 6, 2010
Please RSVP with Pat Arnst by completing the registration form.
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