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Home My WebLink About1991 07-22 EDAM Special SessionSPECIAL SESSION JULY 22, 1991 CITY HALL 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 CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority met in special session and was called to order by President Todd Paulson at 11:35 p.m. ROLL CALL President Todd Paulson, Commissioners Celia Scott, Jerry Pedlar, Dave Rosene, and Philip Cohen. Also present were EDA Director Gerald Splinter, EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, Assistant EDA Coordinator Tom Bublitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, and Council Secretary Ann Odden. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JUNE 24, 1991 There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the minutes of the June 24, 1991, EDA meeting. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS MINNESOTA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY PURCHASE PLUS PROGRAM The EDA Director and the Assistant EDA Coordinator reviewed this item. They explained the City's role would be one of marketing and promotion to assist the homeowner. The Commission concurred with the idea. There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar approving the concept and authorizing participation in the program. The motion passed unanimously. 7/22/91 1 PROPOSAL FOR HOME REDESIGN AND REMODELING DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM AND HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION PROGRAM The Assistant EDA Coordinator reviewed this item, noting the EDA staff had been working with Bill Schatzlein to develop two proposals for housing related programs in the City of Brooklyn Center. Mr. Schatzlein was in the process of creating a nonprofit corporation to address housing needs in the Twin Cities' suburban area. The two projects proposed were a home redesign and remodeling programs and a program to develop a model for a homeowner's association for single family home owners. The Assistant EDA Coordinator indicated funds for the projects would be solicited through Mr. Schatzlein's non profit corporation, and requested authorization to pursue the projects with Mr. Schatzlein. Commissioner Pedlar felt it was a good idea, but he expressed some concerns because there was no example of a successful model of the program. Commissioner Cohen advised staff to keep informed of what was happening with the project at all times. He indicated endorsing the concept meant a specific plan would still need to be worked out. There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar endorsing concept approval of the program, supporting Mr. Schatzlein's efforts to seek funding for the proposals through his non- profit corporation and to direct staff to work with Mr. Schatzlein on development of the projects. The motion passed unanimously. REDEVELOPMENT OF EDA -OWNED LOT AT 6730 PERRY AVENUE NORTH In regard to agenda items 4c and 5a, the Assistant EDA Coordinator reviewed a handout regarding information from the City's Maxfield Study on housing, which addresses policy issues relative to single family redevelopment. He explained he did not find any data in the Maxfield Study to support the placement of existing housing onto single family lots, and the staff was withdrawing its request to move an existing home onto the EDA -owned lot at 6730 Perry Avenue North. The Assistant EDA Coordinator continued to review the redevelopment recommendations from the Maxfield Study and explained the Maxfield Study supports the redevelopment of single family lots with new construction. He also reviewed the recent history of redevelopment of single family lots in the City, reviewing two redevelopment projects using EDA funds and two private redevelopment projects where no EDA funds were used. In all four projects, lots were redeveloped with new, single family homes. Commissioner Rosene felt the house proposed for 6730 Perry Avenue blended well. Commissioner Cohen commented there was an oversupply of moderate cost housing and that young people tended to prefer to purchase newer homes. 7/22/91 2 1 1 1 1 Commissioner Scott concurred with Commissioner Cohen that the City should not get into the real estate business. She stated the cost of a recycled home can be greater than that of a new home. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -16 Commissioner Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 469.012, SUBDIVISION 7, AND SECTION 469.029 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Pedlar, and the motion passed unanimously. RENTER'S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FORUM There was a motion by Commissioner Rosene and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar authorizing staff to pursue this matter. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE SALE OF LAND BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Mr. Richard Herman and Ms. Linda Jensen were present and showed the Commissioners a photograph of a home they had purchased for the purpose of relocating it on the property. Based on the information from the Maxfield Study and the Assistant EDA Coordinator's memorandum, Commissioner Cohen favored rejecting all bids, adopting a policy, and than re- bidding redevelopment projects. He suggested the type of materials to be used and the drawings should be subject to EDA approval. The City Attorney commented the policy would need to be enforced consistently in order to avoid problems. The Commission discussed that the Jensen's purchased the home prematurely, without any assurance that they would be awarded the bid. It was unfortunate, but they felt new construction on the property would be in the best interests of the City. Commissioner Scott indicated it was possible the Jensens might locate another lot for the home, but it was not in the best interest of the City. The City Attorney indicated the City had no legal obligation to allow placement of the home purchased by the Jensens. President Paulson felt the City needed a uniform policy, and they should have been clearer in informing the Jensens regarding the guidelines. Commissioner Rosene encouraged the Commission to consider allowing the home to be placed on the lot. 7/22/91 3 There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar to reject all offers and re- advertise, requiring applicants to provide sketches of proposed dwellings, and to specify new construction for the property based upon the recommendations of the Maxfield Housing Study and information presented by the Assistant EDA Coordinator. Vote: Four ayes, one nay. The motion passed. Commissioner Rosene voted nay. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -17 Commissioner Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING TWO (2) BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY GRANTS (FILE NOS. H86 AND H87) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Cohen requested the Director of Public Works check with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) regarding lots on West River Road. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned at 12:58 a.m. Recorded and transcribed by: Ann J. Odden Northern Counties Secretarial Service 7/22/91 4 Todd Paulson, President 1 1