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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 05-18 HRAMF, MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL SESSION MAY 18, 1987 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority met in special session and was called to order by Chairman Dean Nyquist at 8:43 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairman Dean Nyquist, Commissioners Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott, Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis. Also present were HRA Director Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, HRA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Administrative Aid Patti Page. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MAY 4. 1987 There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Theis to approve the minutes of the May 4, 1987, Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS The HRA Director presented a Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Property. He noted this resolution would authorize the sale of the property at 1500 55th Avenue North. There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Hawes to approve the resolution authorizing the sale of property. Commissioner Lhotka inquired what the HRA had initially spent for the acquisition of the lot and what it cost to have the home demolished. The HRA Coordinator stated the lot initially cost $50,400 and that demolition of the house cost $4,785. He noted the demolition costs were paid for from CDBG funds. Commissioner Lhotka inquired if the HRA would have any input regarding what type of structure is built on the lot. The HRA Coordinator stated a single family home is the only structure allowed for this lot. He noted the lot has currently been appraised at $18,500 and the top bid for the lot is $23,500. Commissioner Lhotka inquired if the HRA could have some control over the exterior appearance of the house. The HRA Coordinator stated if the HRA desires to have control over the appearance of the home it is advisable that all bids are rejected, and the process is started from the beginning with this as a condition. Commissioner Lhotka inquired of the City Attorney if he had any suggestions regarding this matter. The City Attorney stated the HRA could place certain conditions into the closing agreement and leave the decision to accept or reject the closing agreement up to the developer. 5-18-87 _1_ The HRA Coordinator stated the developer could bring plans in for review or comment, but the HRA would have to decide if they wished only to comment on the plans or to control the plans. Commissioner Theis inquired what type of conditions Commissioner Lhotka would want to place on the agreement. Commissioner Lhotka stated he would like the HRA to review the proposed exterior materials. The HRA Coordinator inquired what type of materials Commissioner Lhotka would deem acceptable. Commissioner Lhotka stated he would like to see some type of low maintenance materials used, and he would like to see the developer be innovative. Commissioner Hawes stated it could appear the HRA/City is trying to control the housing stock in Brooklyn Center. Commissioner Scott stated she did not want to place any restrictions or conditions on the proposed building. She stated she was sure the developer would not object to bringing his plans in for HRA comment but could see no reason to control the project. There was a motion by Commissioner Lhotka and seconded by Commissioner Theis to include the following addition in the resolution authorizing the sale of property: 2. The purchase agreement is conditioned to provide the Housing and Redevelopment Authority the right to review and approve the design and material used for the exterior of the house to be built prior to the closing on the property. The motion passed with Commissioner Hawes opposed. RESOLUTION NO. 87-09 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PROPERTY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bill Hawes, and the motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner adjourn the meeting. The Brooklyn meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m. Scott and seconded by Commissioner Theis to Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority c Ch~ 5-18-87 -2- 1 1 1