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City Hall Council Chambers
October 9, 2023
AGE NDA
1.Call to Order
The City Council requests that attendees turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A
copy of the full C ity Counc il packet, including E D A (E conomic Development Authority ), is
available to the public. The packet ring binder is located at the entrance of the council
chambers.
2.Roll Call
3.Approval of Consent Agenda
The following items are considered to be routine by the Economic Development Authority (E D A)
and will been acted by one motion. There will be no separate disc ussion of these items unless a
Commissioner so requests, in whic h event the item will be removed from the c onsent agenda
and considered at the end of Commission Consideration I tems.
a.Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the September 25, 2023, minutes.
4.Commission Consideration Items
a.Resolution A pproving an Purchase Option A greement with Resurrecting F aith
World Ministries
- Motion to approve a resolution approving an Purchase Option Agreement
with Resurrecting Faith World Ministries.
5.Adjournment
Economic Development Authority
DAT E:10/9/2023
TO :C ity C ouncil
F R O M:D r. Reggie Edwards, City Manager
T H R O U G H :Reggie Edw ards , D eputy City Manager
BY:Barb S uciu, C ity C lerk
S U B J E C T:A pproval of Minutes
Requested Council A con:
- Moon to approve the S eptember 25, 2023, minutes.
B ackground:
B udget I ssues:
N/A
I nclusive C ommunity Engagement:
A nracist/Equity Policy Effect:
S trategic Priories and Values:
AT TA C H M E N TS :
D escrip0on U pload D ate Type
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Regular Session called to
order by President April Graves at 8:42 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
President April Graves and Commissioners Marquita Butler, Dan Jerzak, and Teneshia Kragness.
Commissioner Kris Lawrence-Anderson was absent and excused. Also present were City Manager
Reggie Edwards, Community Development Director Jesse Anderson, Assistant City Manager/City
Clerk Barb Suciu, and City Attorney Jason Hill.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Jerzak moved and President Graves seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent
Agenda, and the following item was approved:
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. August 28, 2023 – Regular Session
3b. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMINATION OF THE LEASE
AGREEMENT AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT WITH
OCEAN BUFFET AND ALATUS BROOKLYN CENTER
Motion passed unanimously.
4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
4a. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN METROPOLITAN
COUNCIL AND THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF
BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE PARK AND RIDE LOT LOCATED AT THE
INTERSECTION OF STATE TRUNK HIGHWAY 252 AND 66TH AVENUE
NORTH
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Executive Director Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Community Development
Director Jesse Anderson to continue the Staff presentation.
Mr. Anderson explained that Hwy 252 and 66th Ave Park & Ride are currently served by express
bus routes 766 and 768. Per the agreement, the Metropolitan Council may use up to 120 Parking
Stalls of the 213 available at the site. Hours of use are Monday through Friday, during the hours
of 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. The Metropolitan Council is responsible for snow removal and litter
and garbage collection and disposal.
Mr. Anderson added the Metropolitan Council is also responsible for pothole and crack filling,
seal coating, striping, and sweeping. The Metropolitan Council maintains the pedestrian
connection between the Park and Ride location and the bus stop. The Metropolitan Council will
annually pay the EDA $3,500. The agreement is for five years; however, either party can cancel
the agreement with 30 days' notice.
President Graves asked if the Metropolitan Council maintains the area well. Mr. Anderson
confirmed the site is well-maintained. The only issue that arises is removing abandoned vehicles,
which is rare.
President Graves pointed out the fee seems extremely cheap. She asked how the number was
determined. Mr. Anderson stated the perk of the agreement doesn 't lock the City down for an
extended period, and the City doesn't have to maintain the site. The use has gone down quite a bit
since COVID-19. However, he doesn't know the rates they pay elsewhere. Overall, it is an essential
resource for public transit.
Commissioner Kragness asked if there had been an increase in the cost due to the inflation. Mr.
Anderson stated the number has increased. In short, it is a low-risk agreement, and the relationship
is important for the City to maintain. If the City were to request an increased cost, Mr. Anderson
stated he is unsure if they would accept.
Commissioner Jerzak pointed out there are reductions in transportation costs, pollution, car traffic,
and the like. While the fee is low, there are a number of benefits to consider. He agreed that positive
components of the agreement don't lock the City down for an extended period, and the City doesn't
have to maintain the site. Plus, there aren't likely to be any other parties interested in the site.
President Graves moved, and Commissioner Jerzak seconded to adopt the Resolution Approving
an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the Economic Development Authority of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, for the Park and Ride Lot Located at the Intersection of State Trunk
Highway 252 and 66th Ave N.
Motion passed unanimously.
4b. RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTIAL WAIVER AND ESTOPPEL
CERTIFICATE REGARDING THE CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION, AND
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RECIPROCAL EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY OWNED BY THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
Executive Director Reggie Edwards introduced the item and invited Community Development
Director Jesse Anderson to continue the Staff presentation.
Mr. Anderson explained in 1985, Ryan Construction Company of Minnesota, Inc. entered into an
agreement with Dayton-Hudson Corporation regarding certain Construction, Operation, and
Reciprocal Easement Agreement (COREA) relating to the construction and operation of a retail
shopping complex on two adjacent tracts of land. City EDA now owns the Former Target site,
and Brooklyn Village's LLC intends to purchase the two adjacent parcels.
Mr. Anderson stated Brooklyn Village had requested a waiver to parts of the previously
established agreement to close on the property and secure financing for the project. Staff have
reviewed the request for waiver of five items within the agreement. In the end, Staff does not find
that any requests would adversely impact the site's future development.
Mr. Anderson pointed out three key points to address regarding the waiver. First, many of the
provisions of the COREA are outdated and prepared, supposing the ongoing operation of a Target
store on-site. This will allow the existing uses to continue and put the property to good use. Second,
it's limited in time to the end of the term of the COREA. Third, this agreement can be renegotiated,
terminated, or allowed to expire depending on the development of the City's plan for the site.
Mr. Anderson stated with regard to parking, this waives Section 3.2(E)(iv) and (v), which
eliminates the requirement for additional parking spaces for restaurants (5 spaces for each 1000
square feet if less than 5,000 square feet and 10 spaces for every 1,000 square feet if, 5,000 or
more square feet).
Mr. Anderson stated that this waives Section 5.2, which includes numerous lighting requirements,
including full illumination from dusk to 30 minutes past closing, authority to request that lights
stay on for extended periods with payment provisions, and authority for installation of additional
lighting. The waiver requires code compliance, and based on your review, this will be sufficient
for lighting in the area. The waiver of the lighting provisions is not particularly significant.
Mr. Anderson stated with regard to signs, this waives Section 5.3, which includes a number of
signage requirements, including allowing only one freestanding sign within the shopping center
area that will identify Target (obviously outdated) and the name of the shopping center, allowing
"directional signs or informational signs such as "Handicapped Parking," the temporary display of
leasing information and the temporary erection of one sign identifying each contractor working on
a construction job," prohibiting more than one exterior identification sign for an occupant with less
than 25,000 square feet, allowing more than one identification sign for occupants with more than
25,000 square feet, exterior sign regulations, prohibiting flashing, moving or audible signs,
prohibiting signs employing exposed raceways, neon tubes, ballast boxes or transformers, and
prohibiting paper or cardboard signs, temporary signs, stickers or decals, excluding hours and
emergency telephone stickers. The occupants would still need to comply with City and other code
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requirements regarding signage.
Mr. Anderson added the agreement allows existing uses to continue during the term of the COREA
and waives the 20% office space limitation in Section 5.1(A).
Commissioner Jerzak asked why the City continues providing plowing and maintenance services.
Mr. Anderson stated Staff could consider negotiating plowing and maintenance. The goal is to
support an efficient closing on the site.
Commissioner Jerzak asked if the whole mall would be exempt from taxes because the purchaser
is a nonprofit. Mr. Anderson stated his initial conversation with the assessors confirmed the site
would still generate property taxes.
President Graves asked why the restrictions were conducive to development. Mr. Anderson stated
the initial restrictions were required by Target when it was established. They were likely to ensure
the parking lot was primarily for Target's use and that there wouldn't be certain competition in the
area.
President Graves asked if the restrictions would stay with the site in perpetuity. Mr. Anderson
stated the agreement was determined in 1985 by Target, and Brooklyn Center didn't have any input
in that manner. Most of the restrictions will expire in 2025 due to the initial agreement's length.
Large retailers tend to have more authority and control over their sites, but not all sites have similar
provisions.
President Graves asked if the waiver eliminates the requirements or declares that the businesses
won't be fined or punished for violating the requirements. Mr. Anderson stated it does both of those
things.
President Graves asked if the Walmart site has a similar agreement. Mr. Anderson stated he hasn 't
seen any of the agreements Walmart has in place.
Commissioner Jerzak moved, and President Graves seconded, to approve the Resolution
Approving Partial Waiver and an Estoppel Certificate Regarding the Construction, Operation,
Reciprocal Easement Agreement for Property Owned by the Economic Development Authority of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota at 6100 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Motion passed unanimously.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Jerzak moved and Commissioner Kragness seconded adjournment of the Economic
Development Authority meeting at 9:01 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Economic Development Authority
DAT E:10/9/2023
TO :C ity C ouncil
F R O M:D r. Reggie Edwards, City Manager
T H R O U G H :J esse A nders on, C ommunity D evelopment D irector
BY:J ason A arsvold, E DA P roject M anagement - Ehlers
S U B J E C T:Res olu1on A pproving an P urchas e O p1on A greement w ith Resurrec1ng Faith World
M inis tries
Requested Council A con:
- Moon to approve a resoluon approving an P urchase Opon A greement w ith Resurrecng Faith World
Ministries.
B ackground:
A s part of P has e O ne in the O pportunity S ite, Res urrec1ng Faith World M inis tries plans to construct a
s ingle-s tory 26,500 sq. 7. C onference Center w ith 24-hour childcare and wellness and barber s uites.
Resurrec1ng Faith is in the process of securing the necessary s ources of funds to help complete the project.
I n addi1on to tradi1onal borrowing, new market tax credits, and tax increment financing, grants for the
project are also being sought.
Many grant funding agencies require the applicant to demons trate site control of their development
property to s ecure a grant aw ard. For this reas on, Res urrec1ng Faith is reques 1ng an O p1on A greement
for the E DA -ow ned parcel w here their project w ould be located, w hich is pla>ed as L ot 1, Block 2
O pportunity S ite A ddi1on.
A pproval of an O p1on A greement does not cons 1tute approval of the project. Res urrec1ng Faith would s1ll
be required to submit a full and complete land us e applica1on for formal review and approval by the C ity
prior to being able to exercise the O p1on A greement. The O p1on A greement will, how ever, let
Resurrec1ng Faith demons trate site control and make them eligible for grant funding to help off-set the
project ’s financial gap.
O pon A greement:
The O p1on A greement provides Res urrec1ng Faith with exclus ive rights and an op1on to purchase the
property during the op1on period. The op1on period would go into effect at the signing of the agreement
and remain in place un1l January 1, 2026.
The op1on agreement provides Resurrec1ng Faith w ith right of entry to the property and 1me to complete
their due diligence, including obtaining land use approvals and rezoning of the property, as w ell as obtain
financing and T I F. Res urrec1ng Faith project has previous ly been iden1fied w ith a land w rite dow n on the
purchas e price to $1, w hich w ill make the project financially feas ible and allow it to be cons tructed w ithin
the O pportunity S ite.
O ther O pportunity site opon A greements:
The E DA has tw o other O p1on A greements in place at this 1me for Lot 1, Block 4, O pportunity S ite
A ddi1on and Lot 2, Block 4, O pportunity S ite A ddi1on. These agreement are w ith P roject for P ride in Living
(P P L) for tw o of its proposed affordable housing projects within the O pportunity S ite. The terms and
condi1ons of thes e agreement are similar to thos e included in the agreement for the Resurrec1ng Faith
parcel. The agreements w ith P P L expire on January 1, 2026.
B udget I ssues:
This item w ill have no immediate effect on the budget.
I nclusive C ommunity Engagement:
The project is a component of P hase 1 of the O pportunity S ite w hich repres ents four years of intensive and
inclus ive community-lead engagement that resulted in a community benefits plan dra7ed by a ci1zen
advis ory taskforce, informed by a community-driven engagement model.
A nracist/Equity Policy Effect:
The community benefits plan is intended to promote inves tment in community without displacement.
S trategic Priories and Values:
Targeted Redevelopment
AT TA C H M E N TS :
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Commissioner _________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
EDA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PURCHASE OPTION AGREEMENT
WITH RESURRECTING FAITH WORLD MINISTERIES
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota (the
“EDA”) owns the parcel located in the City of Brooklyn Center (the “City”) currently identified as
Parcel ID number Parcel ID number 02-118-21-24-0019 a portion of which will be re-platted as
Lot 1, Block 2 Opportunity Site Addition, subject to the final plat thereof (the “Option Property”);
and
WHEREAS, Resurrecting Faith World Ministries, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation (or an
entity to be formed thereby or affiliated therewith , the “Developer”), has proposed to develop the
Option Property into a single-story 26,500 square foot conference center with wellness and barber
suites and a 24-hour childcare center (the “Development”); and
WHEREAS, the EDA and the Developer propose to enter into an Option Agreement related
to the Option Property (the “Option Agreement”), setting out the respective rights of the Developer
to purchase the Option Property from the EDA, contingent among other things, on the Developer
obtaining financing for the Development; and
WHEREAS, the City and the EDA have established Tax Increment Financing District No.
7 (Redevelopment District) which includes the Option Property (the “TIF District”) pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes Sections 469.174 to 469.1794, as amended (the “TIF Act”); and
WHEREAS, the City or the EDA may incur certain costs related to the TIF District which
may be financed on a temporary basis from available EDA funds; and
WHEREAS, under Section 469.178, subdivision 7 of the TIF Act, the City and the EDA are
authorized to advance or loan money from any fund loan from which such advances may legally be
made in order to finance expenditures that are eligible to be paid with tax increments under the TIF
Act; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Economic
Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota (the “Board”), as follows:
1. Subject to all of the contingencies set forth therein, including, without limitation, a
public hearing on the sale of the Option Property to the Developer in accordance with
the requirements of law, the EDA hereby approves the Option Agreement, in
substantially the forms presented to the Board, together with any related documents
necessary in connection therewith, including without limitation, documents or
certifications referenced in or attached thereto (the “Development Documents”), and
hereby authorizes the President and Executive Director to execute, on behalf of the
EDA, the Development Documents to which the EDA is a party and to carry out, on
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behalf of the EDA, the EDA’s obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent
thereto have been satisfied.
2. The approval hereby given to the Development Documents includes approval of such
additional details therein as may be necessary and appropriate and such modifications
thereof, deletions therefrom and additions thereto as may be necessary and
appropriate and approved by legal counsel to the EDA and by the officers authorized
herein to execute said documents prior to their execution; and said officers are hereby
authorized to approve said changes on behalf of the EDA. The execution of any
instrument by the appropriate officers of the EDA herein authorized shall be
conclusive evidence of the approval of such docu ment in accordance with the terms
hereof. This Resolution shall not constitute an offer and the Development Documents
shall not be effective until the date of execution thereof as provided herein. In the
event of absence or disability of the authorized officers, any of the documents
authorized by this Resolution to be executed may be executed without further act or
authorization of the Board by any duly designated acting official, or by such other
officer or officers of the Board as, in the opinion of legal counsel to the EDA, may
act on their behalf.
_________________________ _________________________________
Date President
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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PURCHASE OPTION AGREEMENT
THIS PURCHASE OPTION AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into
as of this ____ day of ____________, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), by and between the Economic
Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, a public body corporate and politic under
the laws of Minnesota (the “Seller”), and Resurrecting Faith World Ministries, a Minnesota nonprofit
corporation (the “Buyer”) (together with the Seller and the Buyer referred to herein as the “Parties”
or individually as a “Party”).
RECITALS
A. The Buyer intends to purchase the parcel legally described on Exhibit A attached
hereto and hereby made a part hereof (the “Option Property”) from the Seller and to develop the
Option Property into a single-story 26,500 square foot conference center with wellness and barber
suites and a 24-hour childcare center (the “Development”); and
B. The Seller wishes to grant the Buyer an option to acquire the Option Property, under
the terms and conditions hereunder; and
C. The Seller believes that the development of the Option Property is vital and is in the
best interests of the Seller and City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota (the “City”), will result in
preservation and enhancement of their tax base, provide additional childcare options and service
sector facilities in the City, and is in accordance with the public purpose and provisions of the
applicable state and local laws and requirements under which the Development will be undertaken.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual covenants set forth in this Agreement, and
other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged,
the Seller and the Buyer agree as follows:
Terms of the Agreement
1. Recitals. The recitals as set forth above are hereby incorporated into this
Agreement.
2. The Option. The Seller hereby grants to the Buyer the exclusive right and option
to purchase the Option Property, during the Option Period defined below, subject to the conditions
set forth below (the “Option”).
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3. Option Payment. Within five business days after the date hereof, the Buyer shall
pay and deliver to Commercial Partners Title, located at 200 S. Sixth Street, Suite 1300,
Minneapolis, MN 55402 (the “Title Company”), the sum of _____, which shall constitute the
option payment (the “Option Payment”) hereunder. The Option Payment shall be refundable if,
at the end of the Option Period (as defined below), the contingencies set forth in either Section
13(c)(ii) or 13(c)(iii) are not satisfied. In the event that the Buyer purchases the Option Property
pursuant to this Agreement, the Option Payment shall be credited against the Buyer’s closing costs
as set forth in Section 17. In the event the Buyer does not exercise the Option or Closing (as defined
below) does not occur for any reason whatsoever other than the Seller’s default hereunder or failure
of the contingency set forth in Section 13(c)(ii) to be satisfied, the Option Payment shall be retained
by the Seller as consideration for granting the Option.
4. Option Period.
a. The period during which the Option may be exercised by the Buyer (the
“Option Period”) shall commence upon the Effective Date of this Agreement
and shall expire on January 1, 2026 (the “Expiration Date”). During the
Option Period, the Seller agrees it will not advertise, list, negotiate for the sale
of or sell the Option Property to a third party.
b. If the Buyer does not timely exercise the Option, the Option shall lapse, and the
Option Payment shall be applied as provided in Section 3 herein and the Buyer
shall have no further rights with respect to the Option Property.
5. Exercise of Option. This Option shall be deemed exercised if, within the Option
Period, the Buyer gives written notice to the Seller of the Buyer’s intent to exercise the Option and
the Buyer will deposit with the Title Company for the benefit of the Seller the sum of _____, as
earnest money (“Earnest Money”). The Earnest Money shall become nonrefundable at the end of
the Due Diligence Period (defined below). In the event that the Buyer purchases the Option
Property pursuant to this Agreement, the Earnest Money shall be credited against the Buyer’s
closing costs as set forth in Section 17. In the event that Seller breaches the terms of this
Agreement, the Seller shall refund the Earnest Money to the Buyer. Nothing in this Agreement
shall entitle the Buyer to make any claim against the Seller or the City for any damages whatsoever
and the Buyer’s remedies are strictly limited to the foregoing. Nothing in this Agreement shall be
construed as a limitation of or waiver by the Seller of any immunities, defenses, or other limitations
on liability to which the Seller is entitled by law.
6. Purchase Price. The total purchase price for the Option Property shall be $1 (the
“Purchase Price”). The Purchase Price shall be paid to the Seller from the Buyer on the Closing
Date.
7. Closing. Subject to the terms of this Agreement, the closing of the purchase and
sale of the Option Property contemplated by this Agreement (the “Closing”) shall occur at the
office of the Title Company, or at another location mutually agreed upon by the Parties, on the
date 30 days after the expiration of the Due Diligence Period or such other date as agreed to by the
Parties in writing (the “Closing Date”).
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8. Due Diligence Investigation. Commencing on the date that the Buyer exercises this
Option, the Buyer, at its sole cost and expense, shall have a due diligence period of 180 days (“Due
Diligence Period”) to make all such investigations as the Buyer, in its sole and absolute discretion,
deems reasonable and necessary in determining the suitability of the Option Property for the
Buyer’s needs including:
a. To examine and inspect the Option Property, to review the Due Diligence
Documents, to conduct feasibility studies with regard to the ownership and
operation of the Option Property, including, but not limited to, environmental
reviews, soil condition testing, surveying, engineering studies, appraisals and
any other physical inspections of the Option Property as determined by the
Buyer, and to investigate all physical aspects of the Option Property, and to
review all other due diligence matters related to the Option Property. The Buyer
may enter upon the Option Property to inspect the same, and may conduct tests
and examinations with regard thereto, provided that the Buyer’s activities do
not unreasonably interfere with the ongoing operation of the Option Property.
The Buyer shall promptly restore the Option Property to substantially the same
condition in which it existed immediately prior to any physical tests conducted
by or on behalf of the Buyer.
b. To investigate all zoning, code and governmental regulations or requirements
in place at the Option Property, and to obtain all land use and rezoning
approvals and permits determined necessary by the Buyer for the Buyer’s
intended development and use of the Option Property, including but not limited
to all Development Approvals defined herein.
c. To secure funding for the purchase and development of the Option Property on
terms acceptable to the Buyer, in the Buyer’s sole discretion. The Parties
contemplate that such funding may include, without limitation, grants and
commercial loans for the purchase and/or development of the Option Property.
d. To obtain, at the Buyer’s sole cost, an appraisal of the Option Property that is
satisfactory to the Buyer and all of the Buyer’s funding sources.
e. The Buyer shall have until the last day of the Due Diligence Period to provide
written notice to the Seller of the Buyer’s intention to terminate this Agreement
for any reason. If the Buyer terminates this Agreement within the Due
Diligence Period, the transactions contemplated herein shall be considered
terminated and the Earnest Money will be returned immediately to the Buyer.
9. Right of Entry. During the Due Diligence Period, the Buyer shall have the right to
enter upon the Option Property for the purpose of taking soil tests and borings, making surveys
and maps, and performing investigative work, including environmental testing and assessment, as
the Buyer may deem necessary; provided, however, the Buyer shall indemnify, defend, and hold
the Seller harmless from any mechanics’ liens or claims arising out of such investigative work by
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the Buyer. The Buyer may assign this right to its agents, employees, or contractors at its sole
discretion. Nothing in this Agreement shall be deemed a waiver of defenses or limitations
available to the Seller under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466.
a. In consideration for such right of entry, the Buyer agrees to:
i. Notify the Seller at least 48 hours in advance of the date and time that
the Buyer, its agents, employees, or contractors, will enter the Option
Property for the purpose for the entry, in order to permit the Seller to be
present during the time any work is being done by the Buyer, its agents,
employees, or contractors;
ii. Provide to the Seller a copy of all test results and reports prepared by
the Buyer or its consultants evaluating the conditions present on the
Option Property, as soon as reasonably possible following final
completion thereof;
iii. Dispose of all solid waste generated during the course of the Buyer’s
sampling activities and other work on the Option Property in accordance
with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations;
iv. Coordinate activities with the Seller so as to avoid unnecessary
disruption to or interference with the Seller’s use of the Option Property;
v. Do no unnecessary damage to the Option Property and restore the
Option Property to substantially the same condition as the condition in
which it was found by the Buyer at the time of entry by the Buyer, its
agents, employees, or contractors; and
vi. Hold the Seller harmless from and indemnify and defend the Seller from
any and all claims, damages, judgments or obligations, including the
cost of defense of suit, arising out of damage to the Option Property or
arising out of injury to anyone incurred or alleged to have been incurred
in connection with or as a result of any work done pursuant to this right
of entry, or as a result of the intentional torts or negligence of the Buyer,
its agents, employees, or contractors.
10. Title Review and Objections. Within 15 days after exercising the Option, the Seller
shall obtain and provide a copy to the Buyer a commitment for an ALTA owner’s title insurance
policy which shall be periodically updated in accordance with the Development Docu ments as
subsequently defined herein. Within 30 days after receipt of the title commitment, the Buyer shall
notify the Seller in writing of any objections to title, or the objections shall be deemed waived. If
any objections are so made, the Seller may be allowed until the Closing Date to cure such
objections and make the title to the Option Property good and marketable of record in the Seller.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Seller shall have no obligation to cure any title objections. If a
timely objection has been made by the Buyer pursuant to this Section and title to the Option
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Property remains unmarketable on the Closing Date, the Buyer, as its sole and exclusive remedy,
may either: (A) terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the Seller; or (B) elect to
accept the title in its unmarketable condition and without reduction of the Purchase Price by giving
written notice to the Seller.
11. Preliminary Plat & Final Plat. The Buyer, at the Buyer’s expense, shall obtain
within 60 days of exercising the Option, a preliminary plat of the Option Property prepared by a
licensed land surveyor (the “Preliminary Plat”). The Buyer, at the Buyer’s sole expense, shall
comply with all subdivision processes as required by the City Code of the City in order to
accomplish the platting of the Option Property.
12. Conveyance Subject to Right of Re-entry. The Seller’s conveyance of the Option
Property to the Buyer pursuant to this Agreement shall be made in the form of a quit claim deed
(the “Deed”). The Deed shall include a right of re-entry for breach of a condition subsequent in
favor of the Seller (the “Right of Re-entry”). The condition subsequent shall be determined by
the Seller in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section 469.105 and set forth in the Deed
conveying the Option Property to the Buyer in the form attached to the Development Agreement
(as defined below). If the Buyer breaches such condition subsequent, the Buyer shall re-convey
the Option Property back to the Seller. If the Buyer fails to re-convey the Option Property to the
Seller, the Seller may elect to exercise its right of reentry by commencing an action in Hennepin
County District Court to establish the breach of the condition subsequent. If the Seller establishes
a breach of the condition subsequent, title to and the right to possession of the Option Property and
title to all improvements located thereon reverts to the Seller, and the Buyer is not entitled to any
compensation from the Seller for the Option Property or the value of any improvements the Buyer
has made to the Option Property. The Buyer must record any certificate of completion or
certificate of release of the Right of Re-entry in the proper County land records at its expense.
13. Contingencies.
a. Buyer’s Contingencies. If the Buyer exercises the Option, the Buyer’s
obligation to purchase the Option Property shall be contingent on the following:
i. By the end of the Due Diligence Period, the Buyer shall have
determined, in its sole and absolute discretion, that it is satisfied with
the results and matters disclosed by the Buyer’s investigation of the
Option Property pursuant to Section 9 of this Agreement.
ii. By the Closing Date, the Buyer shall have obtained, or caused to be
obtained, in a timely manner, all required permits, licenses and
approvals, including without limitation zoning and land use approvals,
final plat approval, and all other approvals which must be obtained for
the Development.
iii. By the Closing Date, the Buyer shall have obtained all necessary
financing for the Development.
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iv. By the Closing Date, the condition of title shall be satisfactory to the
Buyer following the Buyer’s examination of title as provided herein.
b. The contingencies set forth above are for the benefit of the Buyer and may be
waived by the Buyer in the Buyer’s sole discretion. Notwithstanding any other
provision in this Agreement, a waiver of a contingency must be in writing to be
effective. At the end of the Due Diligence Period, the Buyer will give written
notice to the Seller of the contingencies that have been waived, satisfied, or
neither waived nor satisfied.
c. Seller’s Contingencies. If the Buyer exercises the Option, the Seller’s
obligation to convey the Option Property shall be contingent on the following:
i. By the Closing Date, the Buyer shall have obtained, or cause to be
obtained, in a timely manner and at its sole and absolute expense, all
required permits, licenses and approvals, and shall have met, in a timely
manner, all requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws
and regulations which must be obtained or met for the Development
including without limitation a building permit, any needed variances,
final plat or subdivision approval, and zoning and land use approvals;
ii. The Buyer shall have obtained approval from the Seller of the sale of
the Option Property pursuant to this Agreement following a duly noticed
public hearing and the satisfaction of all other conditions required by
Minnesota law;
iii. The Buyer and the Seller shall have negotiated and mutually agreed to,
the Board of Commissioners of the EDA shall have approved following
the satisfaction of all conditions required by Minnesota law, and the
Seller and the Buyer shall have executed, effective not later than the
Closing Date, a Development Agreement (the “Development
Agreement”), providing, among other things, for (i) the platting of the
Option Property including, but not limited to, the preliminary plat, final
plat, and site plan; (ii) the construction of the Development by the Buyer
in accordance with plans, specifications and a timeline approved by the
Seller; and (iii) the terms and conditions of the Right of Re-entry in
accordance with Section 12 and the form of the Deed to be executed and
delivered by the Seller at closing and containing the terms of the Right
of Re-entry; and any documents ancillary thereto (collectively, the
“Development Documents”);
iv. The Buyer shall have performed all of the obligations required to be
performed by the Buyer under this Agreement or the Development
Documents as of the Closing Date and any further contingencies to
Closing set forth in such Development Documents shall have been
satisfied as provided therein;
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v. The Buyer shall have delivered to the Seller all of the Buyer’s
Documents described in Section 19;
vi. The Buyer shall have submitted the construction plans for the
Development to the Seller and the City, and the Seller and the City shall
have approved the construction plans pursuant to the Development
Documents;
vii. By the Closing Date, the Buyer shall have obtained and provided to the
Seller evidence of all necessary financing for the Development; and
viii. The Seller shall have determined that the Development to be undertaken
by the Buyer on the Option Property is in conformance with this
Agreement and the development objectives set forth in resolutions of
the City and the Development Documents.
d. The contingencies set forth in Section 13(c) are for the benefit of the Seller and
may be waived only by the Seller in its sole and absolute discretion.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, a waiver of a
contingency must be in writing to be effective. At the end of the Due Diligence
Period, the Seller will give written notice to the Buyer of the contingencies that
have been waived, satisfied, or neither waived nor satisfied.
e. Seller’s and Buyer’s Options. In the event that any of the foregoing
contingencies fail to be satisfied on or before the Closing Date:
i. the applicable party may terminate this Agreement, and the Buyer and
the Seller shall execute and deliver to each other documentation
effecting the termination of this Agreement and the Seller shall return
the Earnest Money to the Buyer; or
ii. the applicable party may waive such failure and proceed to Closing;
provided that the contingencies in Section 13(a) are solely for the benefit
of the Buyer and may be waived only by the Buyer as provided in
Section 13 (b) and the contingencies in Section 13(c) are solely for the
benefit of the Seller and may be waived only by the Seller as provided
in Section 13(d); or
iii. The Buyer and the Seller may mutually agree to extend the Closing
Date.
f. If Closing does not occur due to the failure of any of the above contingencies
which is not waived by the applicable party, the Seller shall be entitled to retain
the Option Payment, except as otherwise provided in Section 3 of this
Agreement.
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g. If the above contingencies are satisfied at the end of the Due Diligence Period
or the applicable party elects to waive any unsatisfied contingencies and
proceed to Closing, then the Earnest Money shall become non-refundable to the
Buyer except in the event of the Seller’s default.
14. Real Estate Taxes and Special Assessments. The Seller shall not be responsible for
the payment of any real estate taxes due or special assessments due with respect to the Option
Property. The Buyer shall be responsible for all real estate taxes special assessments due with
respect to the Option Property which have not been paid prior to Closing.
15. Representations and Warranties of the Seller. The Option Property is sold AS-IS.
Except as provided herein, the Seller makes no representations or warranties regarding the
condition of the Option Property, its use, or the marketability of its title. The Buyer shall be
satisfied solely on the basis of its own investigation. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Seller
represents and warrants to the Buyer:
a. Unrecorded Agreements. To the Seller’s knowledge, there are no unrecorded
agreements, undertakings or restrictions which affect the Option Property.
b. Leases. There are no leases or possessory rights of others regarding the Option
Property.
c. No Default Notice. The Seller has not received notice of a default or breach of
any agreement related to the Option Property and is not aware of any facts that
would result in the Seller being in default or breach of any such agreement.
d. Due Diligence Documents. The Due Diligence Documents delivered or to be
delivered to the Buyer hereunder are to the Seller’s actual knowledge correct
and complete and, to the Seller’s actual knowledge, do not contain any false
information.
e. Operations. The Seller has not received any notice of any violation of any laws,
ordinances, or regulations relating to the Option Property.
f. Condition. To Seller’s actual knowledge, the Option Property complies with
all applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, permits, and any applicable
restrictive covenants.
g. FIRPTA. The Seller is not a “foreign person,” “foreign partnership,” “foreign
trust,” or “foreign estate,” as those terms are defined in Internal Revenue Code
Section 1445 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
h. No Proceedings. No legal or administrative proceeding is pending or, to the
Seller’s actual knowledge, threatened (i) which would adversely affect the
Seller’s right to convey the Option Property to the Buyer as contemplated in
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this Agreement, or (ii) affecting the Option Property. There are no
condemnation or eminent domain proceedings pending or, to the Seller’s
knowledge, threatened with respect to the Option Property.
i. Private Sewage Systems; Wells. There are no private sewage systems or wells
of any kind located on the Option Property. Sewage generated at the Option
Property goes to a facility permitted by the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency.
j. Use of Property. To the Seller’s actual knowledge, no methamphetamine
production has occurred on the Option Property.
k. Unpaid Labor and Materials. The Seller is not indebted for labor or material
that might give rise to the filing of notice of mechanic’s lien against any portion
of the Option Property.
l. The obligations of the Buyer under this Agreement are contingent upon the
representations and warranties of the Seller contained in this Agreement being
true as of the Effective Date and on the Closing Date as if made on the Closing
Date. Each of the foregoing representations and warranties shall be deemed
remade as of the Closing Date and, as so remade, shall survive the Closing.
16. Due Diligence Documents. Within 10 days after the Effective Date, the Seller shall
deliver to the Buyer copies of the documents set forth on Exhibit B attached hereto and
incorporated herein (the “Due Diligence Documents”).
17. Closing Costs.
a. The Buyer shall pay all costs of the preparation of a title commitment, including
the abstracting fees, if required by the title company and all recording fees and
charges related to the filing of any instrument required to make title marketable.
The Buyer shall also pay the cost of obtaining any title evidence desired by
Buyer, including a title commitment, the fees for standard searches with respect
to the Seller and the Property, all premiums required for issuance of a title
insurance policy any survey costs and all Closing fees charged by the title
company and any escrow fees charged by any escrow agent engaged by the
parties in connection with this Agreement.
b. Buyer shall also pay the following costs: (1) all costs for obtaining government
approvals that may be required in order to close on the Property or as required
for the Buyer’s intended use of the Property; (2) the cost of preparation of any
necessary platting or other subdivision documents, (3) the filing fee to record
the deed, (4) the premium for any owner’s or lender’s title insurance policies
obtained by or for the benefit of Buyer, (5) Mortgage Registration Tax, (6) any
state deed tax, conservation fee or other federal, state or local documentary or
revenue stamps or transfer tax with respect to the Deed to be delivered by the
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Sellers; recording fees and charges related to the filing of the Deed; (7) Buyer’s
attorney’s fees; (8) the Seller’s legal, accounting fees and other out of pocket
costs incurred in connection with this Agreement and the Development
Documents as further provided in Section 25 hereof and in the Development
Documents; and (9) all other costs as outlined in the Development Documents
entered into between the Parties.
18. Seller’s Closing Documents. At Closing, the Seller shall execute and deliver to the
Buyer the following documents (collectively, the “Seller’s Closing Documents”):
a. A Quit Claim Deed conveying the Option Property to the Buyer.
b. A closing statement prepared by the Title Company to be executed by the Seller,
Buyer, and the Title Company at the Closing that accurately describes the
economic terms of the transaction described in this Agreement.
c. An Assignment of any Due Diligence Documents that are consented to and
approved by the Buyer, and miscellaneous documents conveying the Seller’s
interest to the Buyer together with the consent of all parties having a right to
consent to such assignment.
d. A non-foreign affidavit, properly executed, containing such information as is
required by Code Section 1445(b)(2) and the regulations promulgated
thereunder.
19. Documents to be Delivered by the Buyer. The Buyer agrees to deliver to the Seller
the following documents (the “Buyer’s Documents”), duly executed as appropriate, at Closing:
a. The Purchase Price.
b. Such affidavits of Buyer, Certificates of Value or other documents as may be
reasonably required in order to complete the transaction contemplated by this
Agreement.
c. The final plat of the Option Property as approved by the Seller and the City, to
be recorded contemporaneously with Closing contemplated herein.
d. Any documentary evidence required to satisfy the contingencies set forth
herein.
e. The Development Agreement and any documents required pursuant to the terms
of the Development Documents.
f. A minimum assessment agreement pursuant to which the Option Property and
the minimum improvements as defined by the Development Agreement will be
assessed based on a minimum market value of $9,000,000 as of January 2, 2025.
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g. Such other documents as shall be required to carry out the intent of this
Agreement.
20. Casualty or Condemnation. If before the recording of the Deed any substantial
part of the Option Property is taken by condemnation (including a deed given in lieu thereof), the
Buyer shall have the option of (i) enforcing this Agreement (and in such event the insurance
proceeds or condemnation award shall belong to the Buyer) or (ii) canceling the Agreement by
written notice given within 30 days after the Buyer receives notice of such casualty or
condemnation from the Seller. If this Agreement is canceled under this Section, the Earnest Money
shall be returned to the Buyer, this Agreement shall be null and void, and the Parties’ obligations
hereunder shall be of no further force and effect.
21. Remedies. If either Party defaults under this Agreement, the non-defaulting party
shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the defaulting party. If
the defaulting party fails to cure such default within 14 days of the date of such written notice, this
Agreement will terminate. The termination of this Agreement shall be the sole and absolute remedy
available to the non-defaulting Party for such default.
22. Commissions. Each party represents that it has not engaged any broker in
connection with the transactions contemplated by this Agreement and agrees to indemnify and
hold the other harmless from anyone claiming a commission/fee through them.
23. Notices. Any notices required herein shall be deemed given when sent in the U.S.
Mail, either registered or certified, return receipt requested, or by Federal Express or other
overnight delivery service requiring a signature upon receipt, to the parties at the following
addresses:
SELLER: Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Attn: Executive Director
With a copy to: Jenny Boulton
Kennedy and Graven, Chartered
Fifth Street Towers
150 South Fifth Street, Suite 700
Minneapolis, MN 55402
BUYER Resurrecting Faith World Ministries
8525 Edinbrook Crossing N., Suite 12
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55443
Attn: __________
With a copy to: ___________________________
___________________________
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___________________________
24. Reimbursement of Costs. Upon execution of this Agreement by both parties, the
Buyer shall deposit with the Seller the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) to pay for the
Seller’s reasonable out-of-pocket legal, financial consultant, and administrative fees associated
with this transaction. Unexpended funds will be returned by the Seller to the Buyer and if,
additional funds are needed by the Seller to pay such expenses, the Buyer will deposit such
additional funds upon request by the Seller.
25. Survival. All representations, warranties, and indemnities set forth herein shall
survive the Closing, except as otherwise provided herein.
26. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Minnesota.
27. Assignment. The Buyer shall have the right to assign its interest to this Agreement
to an entity in which the Buyer has an ownership interest, is a member or is otherwise affiliated
with. The consent of the Seller shall be required if the Buyer assigns this Agreement to any third
party with which the Buyer has no connection.
28. Binding Effect. This Agreement is binding upon the Parties and their respective
permitted successors and assigns.
29. Construction. This Agreement shall not be construed more strictly against one
Party than the other, merely by virtue of the fact that it may have been prepared primarily by
counsel for one of the Parties, it being recognized that both the Buyer and the Seller have
contributed substantially and materially to the preparation of this Agreement.
30. Headings. The headings preceding the text of the sections and subsections hereof
are inserted solely for convenience of reference and shall not constitute a part of this Agreement,
nor shall they affect its meaning, construction, or effect.
31. Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any term or terms of this
Agreement shall not invalidate, make unenforceable or otherwise affect any other term of this
Agreement, and this Agreement shall be construed in all respects as if such invalid or
unenforceable provision were omitted, and in such event, the remaining terms of this Agreement
shall remain in full force and effect.
32. Computation of Time. In computing any period of time pursuant to this Agreement,
the day of the act or event from which the designated period of time begins to run will not be
included. The last day of the period so computed will be included, unless it is a Saturday, Sunday,
or federal holiday, in which event the period runs until the end of the next day which is not a
Saturday, Sunday, or federal holiday.
33. Time of the Essence. All times, wherever specified herein for the performance by
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the Seller or the Buyer of their respective obligations hereunder, are of the essence of this
Agreement.
34. Complete Agreement. This instrument and any exhibits, schedules or addendums
attached hereto contain the entire Agreement of the Parties regarding the subject matter hereof,
and supersedes all prior negotiations, agreements, or understandings, whether oral or in writing.
This Agreement may not be changed orally but only by an Agreement in writing signed by the
Parties.
35. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts,
each of which shall constitute an original but all of which, taken together, shall constitute but one
and the same instrument.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have signed this Purchase Option Agreement as of the
day and year first written above.
SELLER:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
By: ______________________________
Its: President
By: ______________________________
Its: Executive Director
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledgment before me this ____ day of _____________,
2023, by ___________ and ______________, the President and Executive Director, respectively
of the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, a public body
corporate and politic in the State of Minnesota on behalf of the Authority.
________________________________
Notary Public
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BUYER:
RESURRECTING FAITH WORLD
MINISTRIES
By:
Its: ______________________________
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledgment before me this ____ day of _____________,
2023, by ___________________, the ________________ of Resurrecting Faith World
Ministries, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation on behalf of the company.
________________________________
Notary Public
This document was drafted by:
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered (JSB)
150 South 5th Street, Suite 700
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 337-9300
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE OPTION PROPERTY
The Option Property consists of a portion of a parcel of land at the northeast intersection of County
Road 10 and Shingle Creek Parkway in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota currently identified as Parcel
ID number 02-118-21-24-0019 to be re-platted as:
Lot 1, Block 2 Opportunity Site Addition
but subject to the final plat thereof.
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EXHIBIT B
Due Diligence Documents
Copies of the following in the Seller’s possession and related to the Option Property:
1. Copies of real estate tax bills and special assessments (if any), and payment status for the
preceding three full calendar years;
2. Statements of any and all expenses related to the Option Property for the preceding three
full calendar years;
3. Copies of all agreements affecting the Option Property;
4. All studies and reports in the possession of the Seller relating to environmental status,
soil tests, and any other information regarding the environmental and soil conditions;
5. Copies of any written citations from any governmental entities pertaining to the Option
Property including those pertaining to any uncured violations of any applicable laws and
codes or compliance with the same;
6. All site plans, construction documents, engineer reports, and property assessments
performed to date for the Option Property;
7. Any existing surveys of the Option Property; and
8. All certificates of insurance relating to the Option Property and claims made in the last
three years.
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