HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 05-09 EDAM Regular SessionMINUTES 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
MAY 9, 1994
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in regular session and
was called to order by President Todd Paulson at 9:51 p.m.
ROLL CALL
President Todd Paulson, Commissioners Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and
Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Public Works Coordinator
Diane Spector, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie
LeFevere, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, City Engineer Mark Maloney,
and Council Secretary Barbara Collman.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
President Paulson inquired if any Commissioner requested any items be removed from the
consent agenda. No requests were made.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APRIL 25, 1994 REGULAR SESSION
There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Kalligher to
approve the minutes of the April 25, 1994, EDA meeting as printed. The motion passed
unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 94 -16
Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF 6933 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD AND AUTHORIZING
PAYMENT FOR ACQUISITION COSTS
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Commissioner Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 94 -17
Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND ESTABLISHING
OFFER OF JUST COMPENSATION FOR SAID PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5900
EMERSON AVENUE NORTH IN BROOKLYN CENTER
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Commissioner Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SALE OF 5206 DREW AVENUE NORTH TO
TWIN CITIES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
The City Manager explained the conditions of this sale would be the same as a previous sale.
Commissioner Rosene inquired what the Lutheran Church of the Master intends to do with
the house on the adjoining lot and whether it could be donated to Habitat for Humanity.
The Planning and Zoning Specialist said the church hopes to relocate the house but plans
are not yet finalized.
Commissioner Rosene stated he has participated in the Habitat for Humanity program and
asked Tony Beckstrom, a representative of Habitat for Humanity, to address the EDA.
Mr. Beckstrom, construction manager for Habitat for Humanity, said the Brooklyn Center
churches, after participating in Minneapolis projects, have wanted the program in their own
community. A project was done last year and now the lot at 5206 Drew Avenue has been
suggested for another project. He said the home built would be a rambler -type house
similar to last year's home.
Commissioner Mann asked whether there would be a garage. Mr. Beckstrom said there
would be a detached garage.
Commissioner Rosene asked if the project would be remodeling an existing structure. Mr.
Beckstrom said currently the lot is empty.
President Paulson asked Mr. Beckstrom to contact the Council for any help it can offer.
Commissioner Rosene commented Commissioner Kalligher had recently seen a newspaper
announcement of an award which Habitat for Humanity received. He asked how many
houses have been built.
Mr. Beckstrom said he has heard a figure of 20,000 homes, but that may world -wide. He
said the organization began in Georgia in 1976, was started in this area nine years ago, and
is growing.
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Commissioner Rosene asked Mr. Beckstrom to tell the EDA about the Habitat for
Humanity homes in Florida. Mr. Beckstrom said out of 20 houses in one block, the only
ones which were standing following Hurricane Andrew were those built by Habitat for
Humanity.
President Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing regarding the sale
of 5206 Drew Avenue North to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity at 10 p.m. He inquired
if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council.
There being none, President Paulson asked for a motion to close the public hearing.
There was a motion by Commissioner Kalligher and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to
close the public hearing at 10:01 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing Execution of Purchase Agreement
for Sale of 5206 Drew Avenue North to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
RESOLUTION NO. 94 -18
Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR
SALE OF 5206 DREW AVENUE NORTH TO TWIN CITIES HABITAT FOR
HUMANITY
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Commissioner Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to
adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic
Development Authority adjourned at 10:01 p.m.
Recorded and transcribed by:
Barbara Collman
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Todd Paulson, President