HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001 02-26 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
FEBRUARY 26, 2001
CITY HALL
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in regular session and was
called to order by President Myrna Kragness at 8:29 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
President Myrna Kragness, Commissioners Kay Lasman and Ed Nelson. Commissioner Bob Peppe
was absent and excused. Also present: Executive Director Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City
Manager Jane Chambers, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Public Works Director Diane
Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
A motion by Commissioner Lasman, seconded by Commissioner Nelson to approve the agenda and
consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion by Commissioner Lasman, seconded by Commissioner Nelson to approve the February 12,
2001, regular session. Motion passed unanimously.
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4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
4a. 69 AND BROOKLYN BOULEVARD REDEVELOPMENT
Executive Director Michael McCauley advised the EDA had received two proposals for a
neighborhood retail center for consideration at the corner of 69 Avenue North and Brooklyn
Boulevard. The first proposal is from Christenson Corporation. The second proposal is from
Westbrook Development. Both developers are experienced and have indicated they have financing
available.
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Ron Christenson, Christenson Corporation, addressed the Commission to outline their proposal and
discuss that their mission is to create j obs and a higher standard of design work for Brooklyn Center.
Mr. Christenson informed the Council that Christenson Corporation would be willing to work with
the City on possible changes if needed.
The Commission discussed with Mr. Christenson and Gary Vogel, BKV Group, the loading and
parking areas behind the building, the landscaping along the residential side of the development, the
entrance in and out of the development, and the possible tenants for the development. Mr.
Christenson informed the Commission that he is working on a tenant mix and that the possible
tenants could be found on page four of their proposal. The day care site is still in the process of
being worked on as a tenant at this time. Mr. Vogel informed the Commission that they have not
had contact with the County regarding the entrance in and out of the development but believes it will
not be a problem.
Greg Watson, representative from Westbrook Development, addressed the Commission to outline
their proposal and inform the Commission that the primary thrust for this development is retail and
that Westbrook Development is ready to move forward on this development. Mr. Watson discussed
that Westbrook Development is open to compromise and willing to work with the neighborhood and
staff with any changes.
Neal Weber, Weber Architect and Planners, addressed the Commission to discuss more details of the
development and that he looks forward to meeting with the neighbors regarding the project.
Mr. Watson informed the Commission negotiations have been entered into with Amoco and Super
America and that other possible tenants would include McDonalds, sandwich shops, Dairy Queen,
and dry cleaners.
After further discussion the Commission discussed they liked both proposals; however, was in favor
of Christenson Corporation's proposal that benefited the City for tax potential.
A motion by Commissioner Nelson, seconded by Commissioner Lasman to accept the preliminary
proposal from Christenson Corporation and that Christenson Corporation work with staff to see if a
final proposal can be developed for consideration by the EDA.
5. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Commissioner Lasman, seconded by Commissioner Nelson to adjourn the meeting at
9:29 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
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