HomeMy WebLinkAbout1963 05-07 IDCMIndustrial Development Commission
VII loppe of Brook Iva Center
Brooklyn Center#, Minnesota
• May 70 1963
The May 7th meeting of the Industrial Development Commission was
called to order by Cheirmsn, Edwin Bart at 9103 P.M.
Roll Calls Edwin Burt, Dallas Lawrence„ William Legler,
Wayne Lubrechtr Ernes *Arthur, Roger Machpeler,
Robert Osluedw Arthur Rockers, Earl Rydberg„
Earl Simons.
It was necessary that Harry johns.. and frank Kompeoeyer be absent
this evening, so formal consent was given.
Motion by Wayne Lubrecht„ and seconded by Robert Oslund to approve
the minutes of the April 2nd meeting as recorded. Motion carried.
Motion by Robert 4slmnd, and seconded by Dallas Lawrence that they
were not to favor of an Industrial Development Corporation In Brooklyn
Center. During discussion of this motions, Ernee McArfhar stated she
felt that this Commission should make a preliminary study of the pro
and cons of an Industrial Development Cprporetion and volunteered to
nerve on a committee for this purpose. Ch+eire+ans Edwin Bur t' appointed
William Legler to serve on this Committee, along with Ernes ktArthur+
Orientation of new members was conducted by the Secretary. The
following was co(T73- o As members attentions
• I. That they have received information on tho'history of Brooklyn
Center, the make up of the Villa Councils Planning COMMISSION,,
Park Board, Recreation Commissions the Administration.
2, The latest on water, and the Brooklyn Center Urban Community Plan.
3. Industrial Development Commission Ordinance, stating the
Commisstones Responsibilities.
4. The Annual rcoor t of the Industrial Development Commission„ stating.
the accomplishments, the problems In the first year as a COMMISSION*
the feeling in the community of, that time, and the Industrial
Climate Study and a comparison.
S. Information in regard to civic orgonl eat ions# and c i t isms
comml ttees.
b. Reference to business developments, philosophies and technological
advancements as reported in publications.
7. The final consensus that the member should assume the responsibility
of self orientation along these lines.
Robert Oslund suggested another four of the village be scheduled for 6s,/
members of the Commission. Chairman# Edwin Burt, will handle the
arrangements.
Motion by Robert Oslunds sad seconded by afl Rydberg to table further
discussion on a Brooklyn Canter lndepends"I'AA sfrict until after Golden
Val ley has appeared before the Hennepin County Survey Committee. Motion
carried.
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w A committee consisting of Earl Rydberg, Chairman# and Roger AMachsKler)
was estabiI$had for the purpose of submlttIng to the C0001ssion-at the
June meeting-a rough draft of material that Is pertinent to establlshing
a business In Brooklyn Center, and a procedure to follow whereby InquIres
made are referred back to the Commission*
Motion by Roger Machmeier# and seconded by Dallas Lawrence that the
Industrial Climate StudY Committee analyse 1611 comments In regard to the
sign ordMsnce and submit them to the Commi.ssloa. This report would then
be forwarded to the Council. Mot ton carried.
Roger Machmelers Publicity Chairman# discussed publicity# and asked
that he be contacted If anyone has suggestions for his Committee.
M Wflon by Robert Oslunds and seconded by Dallas Lawrence that the
Publicity Committee be charged with the responsibility of keeping a
clipping file of news releases. Motion carr led.
The Welcoming CommI tfee reported they had called'** two nsm
business establishments. They were warmly rece l ved;r and feel., fik is ° to be
an amiable,, gesture.
The Contact Committee reported that Osseo !Motors helve decided on a
#Ive acre tract' of land South of National Tea, The final approval of
the Installation has yet to be made by the home office in µ'e, , IC
.
A short discussion was held in regard to the possibility.rof Northbrook
Shopring Center expanding, and expansion of the Don Mason property on
• 57th and Logan.
It was suggest our Chairman contact SXOO Line Railroad and request
a representative appear at an Industrial Development Commission meeting
for the purpose of discussing a tract of land that Sao Line Is holding.
Akt ion by Robert 0:1 undy and seconded by Earl Rydberg that the meeting
be adjourned. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
The next regular meeting wlII be held on just 4th at 8 P.M.
Respectfully submi t teds
Ernee M:Arthur
Secretary
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