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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992 07-27 EDAM Special Session 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 SPECIAL SESSION JULY 27, 1992 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority met in special session and was called to order by President Pro tem Jerry Pedlar at 10:18 p.m. ROLL CALL President Pro tem Jerry Pedlar, Commissioners Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, and Philip Cohen. President Todd Paulson was absent. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Assistant EDA Coordinator Tom Bublitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Director of Planning and Inspection Ron Warren, and Council Secretary Nancy Berg. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JULY 13. 1992 SPECIAL SESSION There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the minutes of the July 13, 1992, Special EDA meeting. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS SINGLE- FAMILY RENTAL TO OWNER CONVERSION PROGRAM, The Assistant EDA Coordinator explained the Single Family Rental to Owner Conversion Program to the Commissioners and answered their questions. Councilmember Pedlar stated he likes the idea of rental property going to families. Councilmember Scott also stated her approval of this excellent program adding that Brooklyn Center really needs a program like this. There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to accept the proposal and direct staff to prepare necessary documents. The motion passed unanimously. 7/27/92 1 ACQUISITION OF 6601 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH The Assistant EDA Coordinator explained the acquisition process of 6601 Bryant Avenue North and showed the Commissioners slides of the property. Councilmember Rosene commended Jon Perkins for bringing this matter to the Council's attention. He further stated that he has toured the property and found the slides that were shown to be very complimentary. There was a motion by Commissioner Rosene and seconded by Commissioner Cohen to authorize the acquisition of 6601 Bryant Avenue North as recommended. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving a Joint Powers Agreement to Form a Business Expansion/Job Retention Group. Councilmember Cohen stated he will not participate in the discussion to avoid any appearance of a conflict of interest. RESOLUTION NO. 92 -26 Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT TO FORM A BUSINESS EXPANSION /JOB RETENTION GROUP The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Rosene, and the motion passed. Commissioner Cohen abstained. The City Manager introduced a Resolution Accepting the Proposal of Community Resource Partnership, Inc. for the Development and Implementation of a Business Expansion /Job Retention Pilot Program. RESOLUTION NO. 92 -27 Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL OF COMMUNITY RESOURCE PARTNERSHIP, INC. FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A BUSINESS EXPANSION /JOB RETENTION PILOT PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Rosene, and the motion passed. Commissioner Cohen abstained. 7/27/92 -2- DISCUSSION ITEMS (Continued) LOCAL LIOUOR AND RESTAURANT TAX DISCUSSION, The City Manager explained a vote by the residents is required before imposition of a one percent local liquor and restaurant tax. The purpose of this special legislation is to provide a local source of revenue for housing projects. The Assistant EDA Coordinator explained the local liquor and restaurant tax, reviewed possible uses for the funds, and answered questions. Commissioner Cohen asked how much tax will be raised and how the tax will be used. He suggesting setting up a five -year program to show the need for the tax is present and justification for a dedicated fund. He suggested having a dedicated fund as part of the November ballot. Commissioner Cohen asked staff proceed to develop a program along the Maxfield recommendations, call a special meeting of the Housing Commission, and discussion with Representatives Carruthers and Luther. Commissioner Scott suggested before and after pictures be compiled of what the City has been doing and what a wonderful influence this program has been on the neighborhood. The Assistant EDA Coordinator indicated staff will prepare this information. Commissioner Rosene stated this is one way to raise money for Brooklyn Center that is not solely from Brooklyn Center residents. There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Scott to direct staff to prepare a housing program for the use of a local liquor and restaurant tax as suggested using the Maxwell Study as a guideline. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS (Continued) The City Manager introduced a Resolution Accepting Quotations and Awarding Contracts for the Remodeling of the "C" Barn at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. He explained staff does not have quotes yet and suggested this item be tabled. There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to table consideration of a Resolution Accepting Quotations and Awarding Contracts for the Remodeling of the "C" Barn at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. The motion passed unanimously. 7/27/92 -3- �I ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Rosene and seconded by Commissioner Scott to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned at 10:59 p.m. ferry Pddl&r, President Pro tem Recorded and transcribed by: Nancy Berg Northern Counties Secretarial Services 7/27/92 -4-