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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988 01-11 EDAM Special Session1 1 RESOLUTIONS 1 -11 -88 -1- MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDING OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL SESSION JANUARY 11, 1988 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority met in special session and was called to order by President Dean Nyquist at 7:28 p.m. ROLL CALL President Dean Nyquist, Commissioners Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis. Also present were EDA Director Gerald Splinter, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, and Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DECEMBER 14, 1987 There was a motion by Commissioner Hawes and seconded by Commissioner Scott to approve the minutes of the December 14, 1987, Economic Development Authority meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 88 -01 Member Gene Lhotka introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF EDA FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. The EDA Director introduced a Resolution Approving One (1) Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority Grant. Commissioner Hawes said he would like more information about these applications than what he is getting at this time, including family information and income status. The EDA Director said he would ensure this information will be included in future agenda packets. RESOLUTION NO. 88 -02 Member Bill Hawes introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING ONE (1) BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY GRANT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Rich Theis, and the motion passed unanimously. The EDA Director presented a Resolution Accepting and Approving Contract with Heskin Resource Group, Inc. He said this contract relates to the design group doing the Earle Brown Farm project. Councilmember Lhotka asked what this group will do for us. The EDA Coordinator said it will oversee the project and act as the City's representative when dealing with construction representatives and the architects. During preconstruction, the company will help the EDA develop a budget and will make recommendations about materials to be used. When construction starts, the company will manage the project, including supervision of the contractors and representation of the EDA in the field, making sure the interests of the EDA are being met. The EDA Coordinator pointed out page 28, item c of the contract has been revised. Commissioner Hawes asked if the company will oversee the landscaping projects, and the EDA Coordinator responded affirmatively. RESOLUTION NO. 88 -03 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AND APPROVING CONTRACT WITH HESKIN RESOURCE GROUP, INC. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Theis and seconded by Commissioner Lhotka to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned at 7:40 p.m. 1 -11 -88 -2- President