HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 09-11 EDAM Regular 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
REGULAR SESSION
SEPTEMBER 11, 1995
CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in regular session and was
called to order by President Myrna Kragness at 9:57 p.m.
ROLL CALL
President Myrna Kragness, Commissioners Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, and Kristen
Mann. Also present were Interim. City Manager Cam Andre, Director of Public Services Diane
Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz,
Director of Community Development, Director of Finance Charlie Hansen, and Council
Secretary Connie Beckman.
Commissioner Barb Kalligher was absent.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
A motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Carmody to approve the
September 11, 1995, agenda and consent agenda passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Carmody to approve the
minutes of the August 14, 1995, regular session passed unanimously.
COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
RESOLUTION APPROVING ONE (1) BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY DEFERRED LOAN (FILE NO. H -135 [8061])
The Community Development Specialist addressed questions posed by Council. He indicated
there have been past issues in which a homeowner has had to complete certain work items which
have not met certain standards. Therefore, additional measures have been implemented to avoid
reoccurrence of this in the future.
Commissioner Mann questioned how an emergency situation would be dealt with considering
the said application was three years old. The Community Development Specialist indicated if
the emergency situation was life threatening (i.e. furnace replacement) it would be addressed
on a per case basis.
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RESOLUTION NO. 95 -24
Member Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING ONE (1) BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY DEFERRED LOAN (FILE NO. H -135 [80611)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner
Carmody and passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORT ON 6637 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH
The Community Development Specialist briefed Council on preliminary findings and
implications of the resolution at hand.
RESOLUTION NO. 95 -25
Commissioner Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS FOR STRUCTURE REMOVAL AT 6637 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner
Mann and passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEM: SCATTERED SITE HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AND
SALE OF LOT AT 6601 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH
The Community Development Specialist informed Council there are two parties interested in the
j property noted and answered questions accordingly. He also presented slide photos of a
proposed spec home style that might be built.
SCATTERED SITE HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AND SALE OF LOT AT
6601 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH
A motion by Commissioner Hilstrom and seconded by Commissioner Carmody to approve
solicitation of proposals for the Sale of Lot at 6601 Bryant Avenue North to Howard Bohanon
Homes and David Brandvold passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORT 4
O T ON 66 5 BRYANT AVENUE NORTH
(This single- family property is in foreclosure and may be available for acquisition by the EDA
for single- family redevelopment.)
The Community Development Specialist briefed Council on the status of said property and
showed slide photos of the structure's exterior. He indicated the property's condition represents
considerable damage; worse than before. He also provided insight to Council regarding potential
scenarios in regards to HUD and how the property might be handled.
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1996 PURSUANT TO MSA
CHAPTER 469.107, SUBDIVISION 1
A motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Hilstrom to table approval
of the Preliminary Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority Budget for the Year 1996
Pursuant to MSA Chapter 469.107, Subdivision 1 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO LEVY TAXES FOR
THE BENEFIT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY FOR THE YEAR 1996
A motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Hilstrom to table approval
of Tax Levying for the Benefit of the Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority for the
Year 1996 passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Carmody to adjourn the
meeting passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned
at 10:21 p.m.
Presideq
Recorded and transcribed by:
Connie Beckman
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
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