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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 04-26 EDAP Regular Session EDA AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER APRIL 26, 1993 (following adjournment of City Council meeting) 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes: * a. EDA Minutes - April 12, 1993 - Special Session 4. Discussion Item: a. Consideration of Contracting with Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development for Applicant Eligibility Services for Home Rehabilitation Deferred Loan Program 5. Resolutions: a. Providing for a Public Hearing Regarding the Sale of Land by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center and Authorizing the Executive Director to Negotiate a Purchase Agreement for the Sale of Such Land -This resolution would authorize a public hearing on the proposed sale of 6730 Perry Avenue North to Habitat for Humanity b . Resolution Amending the 1993 Capital Outlay Budget for the Earle Brown Heritage Center 6. Adjournment S CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date April 26, 1993 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: EDA MINUTES - APRIL 12, 1993 - SPECIAL WORK SESSION DEPT. APPROVAL: Brad Hoffman, dkctor of Community Development MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONEWENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /at ched SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) • RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION t 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 SPECIAL SESSION APRIL 12, 1993 CITY HALL CALL TO QRDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority met in special session and was called to order by President Todd Paulson at 9:08 p.m. ROLL :ALL. President Todd Paulson, Commissioners Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Qorald Splinter, Community Development ,Specialist Toni Riihlitz, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Council Secretary Carla Wirth. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MARCH 2Z 1993 - SPECIAL SESSION Commissioner Rosene requested the following corrections to the March 22, 1993, EDA minutes: Page 2, eighth paragraph, "President Paulson asked what the approximate cost would be for an ap r isal Page 3, first paragraph, "Commissioner Rosene asked the Community Development Specialist to contact Vern Ausen at tnc Brooklyn Center- Historical Society about the property at 5500 Emerson Avenue North," There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Kalligher to approve the minutes of the March 22, 1993, EDA meeting as amended. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS t The City Manager presented a Resolution Designating Depositories of EDA Funds. He explained the EDA adopts a resolution each year which designates the banks which are authorizcd as depositories. He further explained this resolution also identifics the EDA Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer. 4/12/93 - 1 - RESOL(JTION NO. 93 -08 Commissioner Scott intrOdIlced the fallowing resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF EDA FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing Submittal of an Application for Funding Under the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP)• The Community Development Specialist explained this mortgage program is offered through the Minnesota Housing Yinance Agency (MHFA) for first -time home buyers. He said Brooklyn Center and 36 ether Minnesota cities participated in this program in 1992 which offered first -time home buyers a 7.10% low interest rate on their mortgages. He further stated Brooklyn Center provided 34 separate home mortgage loans for a total of $2,361,690. He added all unused mortgage allotments as of December 23, 1992, were transferred into a statewide pool. The Community Development Specialist informed the EDA in order to apply for the program in 1993, they must submit an application which identifies local housing needs relative to the program. He said the City mint also submit a proposal deposit equal to 1 % of its requested allocation, He further explained this deposit will be returned in full upon the sale of the mortgage revenue bonds. He clarified there is no direct cost to the City to participate in this program except for staff time which is significant the first few weeks of the program. He added another cost would be to place advertisements in the newspaper, if desired, Commissioner Mann questioned the maximum limit of funding the City can apply for. The Community Development Specialist responded the maximum amount is $4,000,00}, or 20% of the bond authority available for mortgagc revenue bonds after the first Monday in April, whichever is less. He added this year the State has asked cities to make their request more reasonable. He recommended the City request $3'/2 million in funding which he felt was realistic and can be justified. Commissioner Mann asked how the program is advertised. The Community Development Specialist responded last year they used the City's newsletter and newspaper advertisunicunts. He added the program was also promoted by local banks and reactors. Commissioner Kalligher asked if there was a maximum loan amount. The Community Development Specialist stated the average loan was over $69,000, He said the maximum house price the State allows is $$5,000 for an existing house and $95,000 for new construction. He added last year the priCes ranged from $50,000 to over $80,000. 4/12193 -2- The Community Development Specialist informed the EDA the mortgage revenue bonds may not be issued as the legal authority for such issuance expired as of ,Tune 30, 1992, and a tax bill authorizing their issuance has not yet been passed by Congress and signed by the President. He explained the MFHA is monitoring this and hopefully it will be passed this spring. Commissioner Scott commented she often stops and talks with new residents in Brooklyn Center and found many were helped by this first -time home buyers program. She added they have indicated they "shopped" the communities before purchasing their house. She pointed out some of the homes purchased through this program several years ago are now being improved with additions, etc. which improves the housing stack in the City. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -09 Commissioner Scutt introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption; RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING UNDER THE MINNESOTA CITY YARTI(1 FXi'lUN ENUUKAM (mCrY) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously, The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids for Demolition of 6715, 671.7, 6719, and 6721 Humboldt Avenue North, The Community Development Specialist recommended several minor changes to the EDA Instructions to Bidders and Specifications for Site Demolition, He suggested the Propc rty Insurance, Builder's Disk provision on page eight be eliminated, and the Completion Date on page nine be changed to June 18, 1993, to assure adequate time. On page ten, he suggested Section Q be reworded to allow the potential for partial payments on a monthly basis. He felt allowing this option may enhance the bidding process. President Paulson suggested an appropriate ceremony be scheduled. Commissioner Rosene suggested this be addressed during the Pre - Construction Meeting. RESOLUTION NO, 93 -10 CuiumissioncI7 Kallighcr introduced the following resolution, as amended, and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR DEMOLITION OF 6715, 6717, 6719, AND 6721 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. 4/12/93 -3 - The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Guidelines for Rental to Owner Conversion Program. 0 The Community Development Specialist explained this program was approved in concept by the Council at its February 22, 1993, meeting, He Continued since the EVA is the implementing body for the program, he recommended approval of the resolution. He further explained if approved, staff will begin implementing the program by conducting an informational meeting with non - homestead, single- family property owners in the identified target area in the southeast neighborhood. President Paulson indicated support of the provision to donate services instead of just handing out a grant. He asked if there is a foreclosure process if this provision is not completed. The Cit Attorney explained the details on what type of security would be required have not been worked out yet. The Community Development Specialist added in order to keep the program as simple as possiblo, the City would ask buyers to sign a document indicating their intent to stay in the house for five years. He reported other programs of this type have had success with this kind of arrangement rather than some form of repayment agreement. He added a representative working with St. Paul's program indicated the community service aspect has not been a problem to enforce, and the City has contacted the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council regarding the community service aspect of the program, RESOLUTION NO 93 -11 Commissioner Mann introduced the following resolution and moved ins adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING GUIDELINES FOR RENTAL TO OWNER CONVERSION PROURAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager introduced a Resolution Approving Two (2) Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority Grants (File Nos. H -111 [80371 and H -112 [80381). RESOLUTION NO 93 -12 Commissioner Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING TWO (2) BROOKLYN CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY GRANTS (FILE NOS, H -111 [8037] AND H -112 [8038]) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by .Commissioner Rosene. 4/12/93 - 4 - Commissioner Rosene asked if a previous grant was received by one of the applicants. The Community Development Specialist responded affirmatively. He explained a policy has never been established to limit the number of grants to one per household. He stated the matter was reviewed by the Housing Commission who said the owner was entitled to a second grant if it was for work not covered by the first grant. He clarified staff does work with every grant to assure it is not duplicate work, Commissioner Scott stated she has brought this concern up in the past but in this case the owner is an elderly person and the repairs are of a life safety nature. In response to President Paulson's question, the Community Development Specialist indicated there is a waiting list for this program of approximately 65, and the City only funds ten to twelve projects per year. President Paulson asked if staff considers the market value of the property compared to the amount of grant being applied for. The Community Development Specialist responded formal appraisals are not done. He added the program is currently being conducted on a first -come, first -served basis. Commissioner Scott commented she felt it was a matter of balancing urgent repairs versus updating the people want done, The Community Development Specialist agreed and added life safety repairs are moved up on the list. President Paulson asked if the EDA should consider adopting a policy that life safety repairs must be present to consider a second grant request for the same property. The Community Development Specialist clarified if this were done, the property under discussion would still qualify because the proposed repairs involve a furnace, electrical work, and correcting a gas valve problem. President Paulson stated while he does not want to rule out second grants, he does feel a life safety issue should be present or an appraisal of the property be done to determine whether the second grant should be approved. Commissioner Kalligher asked why appraisals are not being done. The Community Development Specialist responded this is a difficult situation because the program dcals with improving a property but in some cases it is somewhat of a social services program since r vidin ., the improvement oftentimes allows the elderly o ment a to p p Y owner to remain in the house. The City Manager added the Building inspector is involved and indicates if there is an obvious situation where the house is beyond improvement. The Community Development Specialist commented on the fact most of the improvement work is done inside the house (furnace, wiring, water heater, etc.) and not visible to the neighborhood; however, one recent grant was used for vinyl siding which improved the outward appearance tremendously. He pointed out siding is one of the lowest priority areas, and estimated 85% of the grants are done in the Southeast Neighborhood area. 4/12/93 -5 - President Paulson suggested the Housing Commission be asked to look at establishing a policy to address second grant requests as well as establishing a priority listing for improvements. The motion passed unanimously. There was a motion by President Paulson and seconded by Commissioner Mann to direct the Housing Commission to examine and draft a policy regulating second time grant recipients as well as internal versus external upgrading priorities. Commissioner Scott indicated support of the motion as long as an applicant is not prohibited from receiving a life safety repair to the property. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEM 13ROOItL"YN CENTER REALTORS DAY The CA mmttnity Development Specialist reported on dic Realtors Day which is being planned along with the Chamber of Commerce for Wednesday, May 5, 1993, at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. He continued the purpose of the event is to familiarize local realtors with as many aspects of the City as possible. He reported this event has been approved to qualify for six hours of continuing education. Commissioner Rosene asked if the event will also address the needs of realtors and how the City can work with them to meet those needs; i.e., how the City's Sign Ordinance affects realtor's signs. The Community Development Specialist responded in working with the Chamber of Commerce, they decided to keep the topics more general and informational. The City Manager suggested he address the sign issue during his presentation. Commissioner Scott commented the agenda is on a very tight time schedule and asked how it was established. The Community Development Specialist agreed about the scheduling and explained it is a tentative agenda. Commissioner Scott stated this is an excellent program, but she does not feel the proposed time schedule is realistic. The Community Development Specialist indicated they could eliminate the tour of the Civic Center to allow more time. Commissioner Rosene stated there are things the City can do to help realtors sell homes, and realtors have, indicated they would like to work with the City to accomplish this. He asked if a committee should be formed so realtors feel they have benctitted from this seminar. The City Manager stated the City can indicate at the event that they are interested in working with realtors to form this type of committee. He added staff feels the Realtors Day should be an annual event so a group established now could become the planners for the next event. 4/12/93 -6- The Community Development Specialist informed the EDA the event must be consumer oriented to quality for continuing education credits. He agreed with EDA's suggestion to have a fallow -up session at the end of the event to ask realtors for their suggestions. Commissioner Scott suggested staff also provide realtors with a map showing the School District boundaries, The EDA agreed. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Kalligher to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned at 10,08 p.m. Todd Paulson, President Recorded and transcribed by: Carla Wirth TimeSavcr Off Sitc Sccrctarial 4/12/93 - 7 - CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date April 26, 1993 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACTING WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY OFFICE OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR HOME REHABILITATION DEFERRED LOAN PROGRAM DEPT. APPROVAL: Tom Bublitz, Community Development Specialist MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONMENDATION: • No comments to supplement this report . Comments below /attached SUNMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes Presently, the Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority has a contract with the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) to perform certain administrative services for the EDA's home rehabilitation deferred loan program. Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority is part of the Metropolitan Council. A copy of the current contract with Metro HRA is included with this memorandum, including a description of the scope of services provided. Currently, Metro HRA staff provides administrative services for the applicant verification process including income, asset, mortgage status and title verification, along with filing of the repayment agreement with Hennepin County. The cost for this service is $600.00 per grant project. Recently, staff has been exploring options to improve the efficiency of the administration of the rehabilitation grant program. I have had several discussions with staff from the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development and have requested them to consider taking over the applicant verification portion of the program currently done by Metro HRA. I am recommending the Brooklyn Center EDA consider contracting with the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development for administrative services for the rehabilitation grant program for the following reasons: 1. Hennepin County, as lead agency in the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program, establishes procedural guidelines for the program which must be followed in administration of the program. Over the course of each year there are several deferred loan projects which require input from the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development concerning interpretation of the eligibility guidelines. Presently, both EDA staff and Metro HRA staff consult with Hennepin County staff on a regular basis regarding interpretation of eligibility guidelines. By having Hennepin County staff assume this administrative function, this "three way" discussion would no longer have to occur. Z. Brooklyn Center is the only City that Metro HRA serves in this administrative capacity. As a result, Metro HRA assigns the administrative work for the grant program to staff persons whose primary job assignments are comprised of duties other than the administration of the Brooklyn Center grant program. Access to the Metro HRA staff person is limited, and past performance has been inconsistent. 3. Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development staff work full -time on administration of the home rehabilitation grant program for Hennepin County and for numerous cities in Hennepin County. Hennepin County staff have also been refining the application verification process and work with the process on a full -time basis. 4. By having the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development perform these administrative services now performed by Metro HRA, the EDA would be better able to coordinate the leverage of additional grant funds available through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. With these additional funds, qualified applicants can obtain an additional $9,000 for their rehabilitation work on their home. This $9,000 is in addition to the $10,000 offered through the City's CDBG program. • Essentially, P Y I believe we can improve the efficiency of the program by using Hennepin County and not increase the cost to the EDA for provision of these administrative services. I have met with Ms. Kathy Kline at Metro HRA to discuss the possible change to the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development and she has no objections. Presently, the contract with Metro HRA provides for a thirty day notice of termination for any reason. If the EDA agrees with the staff recommendation, I will work with Hennepin County staff to prepare a contract for EDA consideration. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends a motion to proceed with establishing a contract with Hennepin County for the provision of administrative services for the EDA home rehabilitation deferred loan program. • CONTRACT NO. M -88 -33 CONTRACT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BETWEEN THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY THIS AGREEMENT is effective the 1st day of January, 1988, by and between the Metropolitan Council, hereinafter called the "Council," and the City of Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority, hereinafter referred to as the "City." WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the City has received a Community Development Block Grant, hereinafter called the "HUD Home Improvement Grant," from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( "HUD "); WHEREAS, the City intends to use the HUD Home Improvement Grant funds to award subgrants to low and moderate income homeowners to assist them in making repairs to their homes for the purpose of correcting defects directly affecting the safety, habitability, energy usage, or accessibility of the property; WHEREAS, the Council has been duly organized pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 473.123, and, pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes Section 473.195, it has the powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority; and WHEREAS, the City desires to purchase ­ certain necessary administrative services from the Council in connection with the implementation and administration of the HUD Home Improvement Grant. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants hereinafter contained, the parties hereto agree as follows: I. SCOPE OF SERVICES The City hereby agrees to engage the Council, and the Council hereby agrees to do, perform, and carry out in a satisfactory and proper manner, as determined by the City, the services specified in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. II. COMPENSATION; METHOD OF PAYMENT 2.01 Rate of Compensation. The City shall compensate the Council for all services erformed t p and expenses incurred under this contract at a rate of $600.00 per home improvement subgrant for which the Council provides administrative services. 2.02 Method of Payment. A. Within ten days following the end of each three month period of performance of this contract (the first three month period ending on March 31, 1988), the Council shall submit to the City a quarterly progress report describing and discussing the contract -2- work completed to date. A quarterly written invoice detailing the subgrants for which administration was completed during the quarter,shall be submitted to the City with the quarterly progress report. B. On the City's verification and acceptance of each quarterly progress report and invoice, the City shall pay the Council each invoiced amount. III. GENERAL PROVISIONS 3.01 Period of Performance. The services of the Council shall commence on January 1, 1988, and shall continue until the termination of HUD Home Improvement Grant funding to the City by HUD. 3.02 Amendments. The terms of this contract may be changed or modified by mutual agreement of the parties hereto. Such amendments, changes or modifications shall be effective only on the execution of written amendment(s) signed by the Council and the City. A- 3.03 Assignability. The Council shall perform with its own organization the total work provided for under this agreement and shall not assign, subcontract, sublet, or transfer any of the work provided for hereunder without receiving the express written consent of the City. 3.04 Audits and Inspection. The Council agrees to: A. Keep and maintain during the performance of this contract and for a period of three years following, records and files relating to the financial aspects of this contract and the services performed hereunder. B. Allow the City or designated and authorized federal or state personnel to enter on the Council's premises and to (1) inspect and audit the above records, files and premises; and (2) inspect and review the equal employment opportunity and affirmative action programs of the Council. 3.05 City's Authorized Agent. The City's authorized agent for purposes of administration of this contract is Brad Hoffman, who shall have authority for preliminary acceptance of the Council's services under this contract, and if such services are accepted as satisfactory, shall so gertify on each invoice presented pursuant to Paragraph 2.02 of this contract. 3.06 Ecual Employment Opportunity; Affirmative Action; Women and Minority Business Enterprise Participation. The Council agrees not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and to take affirmative action to assure that applicants and employees are treated equally with respect to all forms of employment, selection for training, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation. The Council further agrees to take affirmative action to include the participation of women and minority business enterprises in the performance of the contract, wherever possible. r: 3.07 Conflict of Interest All members, officers, and employees of the parties hereto shall eomply.with applicable provisions of state conflict of interest law contained in Minnesota Statutes Section 469.009. 3.08 Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. The parties hereto agree that all data or information collected and maintained in the performance of this contract shall "be. collected and maintained in a manner consistent with the provisions of the Minnesota °'Government Data Practices Act, and that no provision of this contract,': be interpreted or construed in a manner inconsistent with said Act. "'; 3.09 Termination of Contract. The City and the Council shall both have the right to terminate this contract at any time and,for any reason by submitting written notice of the intention so to do to the other party at least thirty (30) days prior to 'the specified effective date of such termination. If the contract is terminated pursuant to this provision, the Council will be paid for all expenses incurred''and all services satisfactorily performed up to the date of the contract termination. 3.10 Construction and Severability of Contract Provisions The City and the Council agree that no provision of or performance under this contract shall interpreted or applied in a manner which violates .applicable federal or state statutes, rules, or regulations, including, without limitation, those provisions governing the implementation and administration of the HUD Home Improvement Grant. If any term or provision of this contract is determined to be invalid,.the remaining terms and provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and they shall be interpreted, performed, and enforced as if said invalid: provision did not appear herein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,'the parties hereto have caused this agreement to be executed by their duly authorized representatives. METROPOLITAN COUNCIL Approved as to form By ` Counsel to. f David Renz, Ex utive Director Date z? 'I 1= CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BY 4 f �J' 7 raid Splinter Its Executive Director Date June 15, 1988 LE0019 APR- 12 -93 PION 8:30 METRO HRA 291 F.02 i EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES The administrative services to be performed by the Council Or the City's HUD Home Improvement Grant program are as follows t. Initial Screening of Applicants a. Answer telephone and in- person inquiries from residents as to eligibility for the program; b. Assist applicants in filling out required forms and verify information as necessary with outside sources to determine eligibility. 2. Selection of Applicants a. Coordinate inspection of property with City inspection department to determine repairs needed and record information on proper forms. b. Assist City staff in determining initial ranking Of applicants for approval by City. C. Inform applicants of approval or disapproval. 3• Coordination of Rehabilitation a. Assist Selected homeowners to obtain a minimum of �wo bids for the approved repairs and to obtain contractor warranties. b. Obtain a signed repayment agreement from each sel homeowner. c. Notify each selected homeowner and selected eontra�tor(s) after review of bids and authorization from City staff tQ proceed working. d. Prepare amendments to scope of work as necessary dµring the process and request authorization from City staff before notifying homeowner and contractor of changes to scope of work. e. Notify City staff as contractor completes rehabili ation (either partial or final) and recommend payment for work cmpleted. f. Record repayment agreement with County Recorder after work is completed, 8• Maintain complete files for the City of required d cements on all applicants and selected homeowners, from Initial application through completion of rehabilitation. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date April 26, 1993 Agenda Item Number l� REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE SALE OF LAND BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE OF SUCH LAND DEPT. APPROVAL: Tom Bublitz, Community Development Specialist Zd MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOIVIlVIENDATION:_:' No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached WUNMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached _) At the March 22, 1993 EDA meeting, the EDA directed staff to continue discussions with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity regarding the sale and redevelopment of the single - family lot at 6730 Perry Avenue North. Habitat for Humanity has expressed an interest in purchasing the lot at 6730 Perry Avenue North for single- family redevelopment. The purchase price for the lot would be in accordance with Habitat for Humanity policy, which is to purchase lots at the price of $1.00. The general policy of Habitat for Humanity is that garages are not included with single- family homes built by Habitat, however, in this case Habitat staff have indicated a garage would be included with the single - family home developed on the lot at 6730 Perry Avenue North. The resolution presented to the EDA board this evening would provide for a public hearing on the sale of the lot to Habitat for Humanity and would also direct the EDA Executive Director to negotiate a purchase agreement for the sale of the property to Habitat for Humanity. If the EDA board approves the resolution, the public hearing would be scheduled for May 24, 1993. If the property is conveyed to Habitat for Humanity, redevelopment of the lot would begin this summer. A representative from Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity will be present at Monday's meeting to answer any questions the EDA board may have. • tECOMMENDATION : Staff recommends approval of Resolution Providing for a Public Hearing Regarding the Sale of Land by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center and Authorizing the Executive Director to Negotiate a Purchase Agreement for the Sale of Such Land. i Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE SALE OF LAND BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE OF SUCH LAND WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center (EDA) is authorized, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 469.012, Subd. 7, within its area of operation, and without the adoption of an urban renewal plan, to acquire real property, demolish the buildings and improvements thereon, and sell such property in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section 469.029, as long as the buildings on such real property are substandard; and WHEREAS, the EDA has determined that the building located on the property described below was dilapidated and obsolescent, and the clearance thereof was in the best interest of the public health and welfare of the City of Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, on October 30, 1990, the EDA purchased and acquired that tract and parcel of land legally described as Lot 3, Block 3, Marstan's Place Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for the County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota (6730 Perry Avenue North) (the "property "); and WHEREAS, the property was purchased and the building thereon was demolished by the EDA using Community Development Block Grant funds under the slum and blight clearance provisions, which are part of the objectives of the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant program; and WHEREAS, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, which is an ecumenical housing ministry dedicated to providing affordable housing for persons of low and moderate income; and WHEREAS, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has expressed an interest in acquiring the property for single - family redevelopment; and WHEREAS, the EDA has determined it is in the best interest of the EDA and the public health, safety and welfare of the community to convey the property to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section 469.012, Subd. 7 and Minnesota Statutes Section 469.029; and EDA Resolution No. Is WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Section 469.029, Subd. 2, requires a public hearing for the sale of land by the EDA. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center that it is in the best interest of the EDA and the public health and welfare of the City of Brooklyn Center to authorize the EDA Executive Director to negotiate a purchase agreement for the sale of the property to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity for one dollar ($1.00), with the additional terms of such purchase agreement to be subject to the further review and acceptance by the EDA. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the EDA hereby authorizes a public hearing to be held on May 24, 1993, at 8:30 p.m. in the Brooklyn Center City Hall Council Chambers regarding the proposed sale of property described herein to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity and the provisions of such sale. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Executive Director is hereby authorized and directed to publish the attached Notice of Public Hearing in the City's legal newspaper on May 5, 1993. Date Todd Paulson, 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. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE SALE OF LAND BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Notice is hereby given that the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center will hold a public hearing on May 24, 1993, at 8:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center City Hall located at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 469.029, Subd. 2, regarding the proposed sale of the following described property to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: Lot 3, Block 3, Marstan's Place Addition, PID 33- 19- 21110047 (6730 Perry Avenue North), and the provisions of such sale. All persons desiring to be heard shall appear at the time and place referenced above. Dated: , 1993 Todd Paulson, President Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1993 CAPITAL OUTLAY BUDGET FOR THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) cannot incur any obligation not approved in the budget; and WHEREAS, the 1993 EDA budget appropriated $7,500 for 100 stack chairs; and WHEREAS, the cost of the chairs at the quantity approved was far in excess of the budget amount; and WHEREAS, the Heritage Center has a need for twenty (20) 30" x 48" tables previously supplied by Atrium Catering; and WHEREAS, the EDA approved a stage ramp to comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act; and WHEREAS, the cost of the ramp will exceed the budgeted amount of $4,391 by $1,192. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center that: 1. The EDA will not expend the $7,500 for chairs as authorized in the 1993 budget. 2. The EDA approves the purchase of twenty (20) 30" x 48" tables at a cost of $2,180. 3. The budgeted amount of $4,391 for a stage ramp is increased to $5,583 to provide handicapped accessibility to the Heritage Center staff. Date Todd Paulson, 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.