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Home My WebLink About1995 01-09 EDAP Regular Session EDA AGENDA • CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER JANUARY 9, 1995 (following adjournment of City Council meeting) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda -All items listed with an asterisk are considered to be routine by the Economic Development Authority 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: December 19, 1994 - Regular Session $x lKlt2 - Commissioners not present at meetings will be recorded as abstaining from the vote on the minutes. * b. Resolution Designating Depositories of EDA Funds E K /K/V * C. Resolution Accepting Quote and Authorizing the Purchase of Carpet for Captain's, Estate, and Coat Room o a 4. Commission Consideration Items: a. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 5. Adjournment Cmwil Meeting Date Ium" 9, 1995 City of Bmoldyn Center Agenda Item Number a/ R equest For C Co nsideration • Item Description: EDA Minutes - December 19, 1994 - Regular Session Department Approva G. Brad 1161man, Director of Community &evekopment Managers Review/Recommendation: No comments to supplement this t th s re rt Comments below /attached PP Recommended City Council Action: • Summary Explanation: (supporting documentation attached Yes ) December 19, 1994 - Regular Session All Commissioners were present. • 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 19, 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 7:27 p.m, RQLL _ CALL P esident Todd Paulson, Commissioners Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Assistant City Manager war�cy Lohman, Director of Public Services Diane Spector, Community Development Director Brad Hoffman, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Finance Director Charlie Hansen, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Council Secretary Barb Collman. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA President Paulson inquired if any Co mmis sioner requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Commissioner Kalligher requested item 6A be removed from the consent agenda. 4 The: e was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the December 19, 1994, EDA agenda and consent agenda as presented. The motion t passed unanimously. RESOLUTION RESOLUTION NO 94 -51 cmm <Ssi Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION MODIFYING HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Ni0. 1; ESi'ABLISHING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 1; AND APPROVINO AND ADOPTING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND TAX INCREi+,IENT FINANCING PLAN RELATING THERETO The motion for the adoption of the foregoing: resolution was duly seconded by t' 'Mirlissioner Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. i �PRQVAL OF MINUTE NOVEMBER 28, 1994 - REGULAR SESSION • There was a motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the minutes of the November 28, 1994, EDA meeting as printed. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS DOP T ION OF THE 1995 BUDGET The City Manager presented a Resolution Requesting the City of Brooklyn Center to Levy Taxes for the Benefit of the Brooklyn Center Econo Development Authority for the Fear 1995. RESOLUTION NO 94-52 (Lamm issiori(r Barb Kalliglicr introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO LEVY TAKES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEN AUTHORITY FOR THE 'IEAR 1995 h e m otion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by �`o'nmi5siuner C -ella Scott, and the motion passed unanimously, • I City Manager presented a Resolution Approving the Final Brooklyn Center Economic ''e -eiap r�en; authority Budget for the Year 1995 Pursuant to MSA Chapter 469,107, Subdivision 1. R "SOLUTION NO. 9453 r =cmn issioner K risttn Minn int )(, aced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APP ROVING THE FINAL BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC i )E' VhLUI•'NIENT AUTHORITY BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1995 PURSUANT TO 'VISA CHAPTER 459. 107, SUBDIVISION I The- n -otion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. �U_rH RIZATI0N TO WRITE OFF UNCOZ -LE CTIBI.E ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE = mmissioner Mann questioned whether any action has been taken to collect the accounts. e City Yllanager said action, including threat of legal action, has been taken. Howcvcr, the C:itV Attorney has advised Staff litigation would cost as much or more than the worth Of the acco ants. Commissioner Rosene asked whether the accounts are turned over to collection agencies. The, City ltilanager said they are but they eventually have to be written off. Commissioner Rosene asked whether collection agencies use the services es of law firms in such matters. The City Manager said he is not sure. An attempt is made to collect the debts but it all attempts are unsuccessful the mounts are written off. The City Auditor also recommends this procedure. This procedure is the same as is used for private business uses, Writing off the accounts enables them to be taken off the books. However, the accounts ar° still listed and the City may attempt to collect them later if they appear to be collectible, T) e accounts also remain with the collection s. a enci g e Commissioner Rosene commented it is important the City continue to collect. Commissioner Scott inquired whether others, such as convention centers, are notified of the pi; bIc.nis with collecting. The City Managcr said the City does report bad accounts to the better Busincss Bureau if the Bureau contacts the City. The Director of Community Development said informal communication exists on the matter, nc't formal. RESOLUTION NO. 9454 Commmissioner Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO WRITE -OFF t _ iz C:.t: LL1=:C:11BLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE 7 e motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously, ADJOURNMENT There Nva.s a motion by Commissioner Mann and seconded by Commissioner Roscnc to aujour' thq TT wing. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Centcr Economic Development Authority adjourned at 7 :33 p.m, Todd Paulson, President R;._ -;L riled and transcribed by: Lark Collman TimcSavcr Off Sitc Sccrctarial a 11". 1 19/94 -3- Council Mectiag Date 1/9/95 ? (, 31 City of Brooklyn Center Agenda Item Number ✓ U Request F Co uncil Consideration • Item Description: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF EDA FUNDS Department Approval: Charlie Hansen, Finance Director Manager's Review /Recommendation: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached Recommended City Council Action: Passage of the attached resolution. Summary Explanation: (supporting documentation attached NO In January of each year, the Commission has passed a resolution designating the banks which are • authorized as depositories of EDA funds. Marquette Bank Brookdale is where the EDA has its checking account. First National Bank is a clearinghouse depository for credit card sales at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Riverside Bank is the checking account used by D'Amico and Partners, Inc. for the catering operations located at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. • 31 Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF EDA FUNDS WHEREAS, Section 7.01 of the City Charter provides the Economic Development Authority Commission with authority over EDA funds, including the safekeeping and disbursement of public moneys; and WHEREAS, Section 7.10 of the City Charter provides that EDA funds shall be disbursed by check bearing the actual or facsimile signature of the EDA treasurer or assistant treasurer. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, as follows: 1. that Marquette Bank Brookdale, First National Bank of Omaha and Riverside Bank are hereby designated as the depositories of funds for the Economic Development Authority. The EDA assistant treasurer is authorized to deposit EDA funds to the extent that repayment is guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and such additional funds not to exceed the amount of 90% of collateral pledged by the depository to the EDA. 2. that the EDA treasurer and assistant treasurer are authorized by the EDA Commission to act for the EDA in any of its business with the depositories. All checks drawn upon an account of the EDA shall bear the actual or facsimile signature of the EDA treasurer or assistant treasurer. 3. that the EDA treasurer is Myrna Kragness and the assistant treasurer is Charles R. Hansen. 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. Council Meeting Date January 9, 1995 3 City of Brooklyn Center Agenda Item Number 3 Description: Item Descri P Request For Council Consideration • Resolution Accepting Quote and Authorizing the Purchase of Carpet for Captain's, Estate and Coat Room. Department Approval: Brad Hoffman, Director, 'Co ommunity Development Manager's Review /Recommendation:. Comments below and attached. Recommended City Council Action: Approve the purchase of 410 square feet of carpet from S & T Office Products. Summary Explanation: (supporting documentation attached Yes ) Existing carpeting in Captain's, Estate and Coat Room is completely wom out. Replacement carpet will be in carpet tile format to facilitate repairs or replacement without having to replace the entire area. The carp was a budgeted item. • 3� • Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CARPET FOR CAPTAIN'S, ESTATE AND COAT ROOM WHEREAS, an appropriation was approved in the 1995 Earle Brown Heritage Center budget for the purchase of 410 square feet of carpet tile; and WHEREAS, $13,557 was originally appropriated for the purchase of carpet; and WHEREAS, two quotations were received as follows: Company Quote S & T Office Products $12,995.00 Pink Company 13,121.50 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the purchase of 410 square feet of carpet tile from S & T Office Products in the amount of $12,995.00 is hereby approved, AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the budget appropriation balance of $562.00 be applied to floor preparation as needed or required. Date President The motion for 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. August 17, 1994 Bruce Ballanger Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive Brooklyn Center, 1 55430 Subject: Captains Room and Conference Area Dear Bruce: Thank you for allowing us to quote you on your floorcovering needs. Please find below our itemized proposal includes all materials and installation. . 365 yds. Networx: Vector 87580 @$25.00 = $ 9,125.00 Gravel Path 25 yds. Networx: Synthesis 90850 @$27.50 = 687.50 Cranberry Wine 360 yds. Carpet Tile Installation @$ 4.00 = 1,440.00 166 ft. Border Labor @$ 1.50 = 249.00 360 yds. Take Up and Disposal @$ 4.50 = 1,620.00 Total $13,121.50 Alternate: Networx: Vanguard 25550 Grey Flannel @$16.00 per yards. Please Deduct = $3,285.00 This quote is based on installation during normal business hours and floors ready to receive materials. Any additional work such as floor prep or furn- iture moving there will be a charge of $50.00 per man hour. All tax and freight is included. If you have any questions in regards to this, please contact me at 553 -8238. Sincerely, THE PINK COMPANIES Beck Robinson j Y / Account Manager S &T OFFICE PR0WJCTs f4C. Quantity Description of hems Unit Price Extended Price SEPTEMBER 26, 1994 Bruce Ballanger Earl Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earl Brown Drive BrookIlm Center, -Nir:. E i Proposal for new carpet tiles and labor to remove old Carpet tiles and install new tiles. AREAS E? f Carpet tiles for 410 sq. yd, 878 Labor to install, remove, scrape and 4213.00 clean old adhesives, haulatiray and 12,995.00 dispose of old materials. Tax and Freight included. Carpet Selections 25 yds of 5625 Red Cabbage } 385 yds of 1238 woodland Please call if you have any questions. 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