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Home My WebLink About2005 01-10 EDAP EDA MEETING City of Brooklyn Center January 10, 2005 AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda Agenda a and Consent A PP g g -The following items are considered to be routine by the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered at the end of Commission Consideration Items. a. Approval of Minutes Commissioners not present at meetings will be recorded as abstaining from the vote on the minutes. 1. December 13, 2004 Regular Session 4. Commission Consideration Item a. Resolution Electing Officers for the Economic Development Authority in and For the City of Brooklyn Center -Requested Commission Action: q A on. -Motion to adopt resolution. b. Opportunity Site Study Area Task Force Appointments -Requested Commission Action: Motion to ratify recommended appointments by President. 5. Adjournment EDA Agenda Item No. 3a 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 DECEMBER 13, 2004 CITY HALL CITY COUNCIL 1. CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Regular Session and was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by President Myrna Kragness. 2. ROLL CALL President Myrna Kragness, Commissioners Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present: Executive Director Michael McCauley, Assistant City Manager/Director of Operations Curt Boganey, Public Works Director /City Engineer Todd Blomstrom, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, Fiscal and Support Services Director Dan Jordet, 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 Carmody to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Commissioner Lasman, seconded by Commissioner Carmody to approve the November 22, 2004, regular session minutes. Motion passed unanimously. 4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS 4a. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) TO EXTEND AN AGREEMENT WITH FLIK INTERNATIONAL CORP. FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER Executive Director Michael McCauley discussed that the Food Service Management Agreement with Flik Corporation is being negotiated. The resolution would extend the current agreement through February 2005 while staff continued to complete negotiations and prepare a recommendation for future action by the EDA. 12/13/04 -1- DRAFT Commissioner Niesen inquired about the bond connection and this agreement. Mr. McCauley discussed that the current agreement was negotiated when the bonds were outstanding and that those bonds have since been retired. Commissioner Carmody questioned when the future action is considered if it would be for a year agreement beginning in February. Mr. McCauley discussed that staff is anticipating a two to three year contract. RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -17 Commissioner Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) TO EXTEND AN AGREEMENT WITH FLIK INTERNATIONAL CORP. FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 4b. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF OPPORTUNITY SITE, PHASE I (BROOKDALE FORD SITE) Mr. McCauley discussed that the EDA has identified this site to focus on the Opportunity Site and is recommending approval of the acquisition through the use of eminent domain to include the possible use of quick take proceedings. RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -18 Commissioner Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF OPPORTUNITY SITE, PHASE I (BROOKDALE FORD SITE) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 4c. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF OPPORTUNITY SITE, PHASE I (BROOKDALE SQUARE) Mr. McCauley discussed that this is an additional site that the EDA has identified to focus on the Opportunity Site and is recommending approval of the acquisition through the use of eminent domain to include the possible use of quick take proceedings. 12/13/04 -2- DRAFT Winthrop and Weinstine Attorney Dan Schleck addressed the Council to discuss that the owners of Brookdale Square are against this acquisition. They believe that the value of property is more significant than what the City would offer to pay and understand that development is important to the City; however, they have an interested party who is interested in purchasing the property for what they believe it is worth. Commissioner Niesen questioned if this was a recent development. Mr. McCauley discussed that staff had one meeting regarding the big box retailer followed by a conversation with Mr. Schleck and that the proposed resolution regarding the quick take proceedings could continue and that further discussions for a potential negotiated acquisition would not be foreclosed. Commissioner Niesen expressed that she believes Brooklyn Center needs to continue with the development they have been considering and agrees that the City needs to consider quick take proceedings for these properties. Mr. Schleck discussed a United States Supreme Court case regarding eminent domain and informed that they are not opposed to working with the City. RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -19 Commissioner Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF OPPORTUNITY SITE, PHASE I (BROOKDALE SQUARE) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 4d. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mr. McCauley discussed that the approval of the final budget for the EDA would approve monies from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-20 Commissioner Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 12/13/04 -3- DRAFT 4e. RESOLUTION SELECTING PLANNING FIRM FOR OPPORTUNITY SITE Mr. McCauley discussed pursuant to the timeline adopted by the EDA, planning firms were solicited and four firms had been interviewed in response to the proposals that were received. The committee reviewing the proposals recommended the selection of the group headed by Damon Farber to provide planning services for the Opportunity Site with a contract amount not to exceed $200,000 based on the performance of services and reimbursable costs. President Kragness informed that she was involved in the interviewing process and that the committee was very impressed with the services outlined by Damon Farber. Commissioner Lasman asked if someone from Damon Farber was present and if they would be able to discuss some of the other sites they had provided planning services. A representative from Damon Farber addressed the Commission and discussed that they had provided planning services for the Excelsior /Grand and the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes and Mendota Heights locations. He informed that their Website at www.damonfarber.com would be beneficial to review regarding their services and projects. Nathan Block, Owner of the old Brookdale Eight Theater, addressed the Commission to inquire about the Opportunity Site and the status of the building that he is leasing. Mr. McCauley informed that the City is only in the process of authorizing acquisitions and that someone would work with him on relocating if the property was acquired. RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -21 Commissioner Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION SELECTING PLANNING FIRM FOR OPPORTUNITY SITE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 5. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Commissioner Carmody, seconded by Commissioner Lasman to adj ourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. President 12/13/04 -4- DRAFT EDA Agenda Item No. 4a Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ELECTING OFFICERS FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Section 469.096 provides that an economic development authority shall elect a resident treasurer, and secret on an annual basis. p ty president, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the Authority hereby elects the following officers to serve through December 31, 2005, or such later date as their successors are elected and qualified: President /Treasurer: Myrna Kragness Vice- President: Kathleen Carmody Assistant Treasurer: Dan Jordet Secretary: G. Brad Hoffman January 10, 2005 Date President The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by commissioner and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. EDA Agenda Item No. 4b City of Brooklyn Center A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM TO: Commissioner Kathleen Carmody Commissioner Kay Lasman Commissioner Diane Niesen Commissioner Mary O'Connor FROM: Myrna Kragness, Presiden%�? DATE: 'January 6, 2005 SUBJECT: President Appointments: Opportunity Site Study Area Task Force Following is a list of persons I recommend to serve on the Opportunity Site Study Area Task Force: Robert Anderson, 5525 Knox Avenue North Eric Berns, 3800 51 Avenue North Muriel Lee, 7204 Perry Court West Jeanette (Jeanne) Messersmith, 5340 Queen Avenue North I ask for EDA confirmation of these appointments to the Opportunity Site Study Area Task Force. Included is a memorandum which lists all persons expressing an interest in serving on this task force. Furthermore, it is my intention to appoint Tim Willson, Planning Commission Chair, as Chair of this task force. 0 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone TDD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430- 2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org City of Brooklyn Center Opportunity Site Study Area Task Force Persons Who Have Expressed Interest in Appointment January 5, 2005 Robert Anderson Ed Nelson 5525 Knox Avenue North 5236 Great View Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763 -561 -0226 763 -536 -8963 Eric Berns Rex Newman 3 800 51 st Avenue North 3107 61st Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763 -533 -3017 763 -561 -2760 Roni Brunner Tom Reynolds 4701 Twin Lake Avenue North 5438 71st Circle North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763 -537 -5330 763 -560 -0035 Kathy Campbell Timothy Roche 4806 Howe Lane 816 69th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763 -533 -5210 763- 503 -9375 Muriel Lee, Judy Thorbus 7204 Perry Court West 6265 Brooklyn Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763 -566 -6795 763 -566 -4051 Jeanette (Jeanne) Messersmith 5340 Queen Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763- 560 -7324