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Home My WebLink About1991 05-13 EDAP Regular Session EDA AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER MAY 13, 1991 (following adjournment of City Council meeting) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes: a. April 22, 1991 - Special Session 4. Resolutions: a. Accepting Quotations and Awarding Contract for Demolition of 5538 Colfax Avenue North b. Declaring Certain Lands to be Excess Property and Authorizing Sale of Same -This resolution would provide for the sale of 6730 Perry Avenue North and 5538 Colfax Avenue North 5. Adjournment ML's UTES 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 22, 1991 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority met in special session and was called to order by President Todd Paulson at 11:55 p.m. ROLL CALL President Todd Paulson, Commissioners Celia Scott, Jerry Pedlar, Dave Rosene, and Philip Cohen. Also present were EDA Director Gerald Splinter, EDA Coordinator Brad Hoffman, and Council Secretary Carla Wirth. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MARCH 18, 1991 - SPECIAL SESSION There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the minutes of the March 18, 1991 EDA meeting. The motion passed unanimously. MARCH 25, 1991 - SPECIAL SESSION There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Rosene to approve the minutes of the March 25, 1991 EDA meeting. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A PIANO In response to Commissioner Rosene's question, the EDA Director explained staff had researched obtaining a less expensive piano but found they would not stand up or hold a tune if frequently moved. The recommendation is for a full sized grand piano. 4/22/91 - 1 - RESOLD 'ION NO. 91 -10 Commissioner Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A PIANO The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. EXECUTION OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF 5538 COLFAX .AVENUE NORTH AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF ACQUISITION COST The EDA Director explained the proposed resolution authorizes the execution of a purchase agreement for 5538 Colfax Avenue North. Community Development Block Grant Funds would be used for the acquisition of this property. RESOLUTION NO. 91 -11 Commissioner Jerry Pedlar introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF 5538 COLFAX AVENUE NORTH, BROOKLYN CENTER, AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FOR ACQUISITION COSTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Philip Cohen and the motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Cohen and seconded by Commissioner Pedlar to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority adjourned at 11 :59 p.m. Todd Paulson, President Recorded and transcribed by: Carla Wirth Northern Counties Secretarial Service 422/91 - 2 - CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/13/91 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION • NN MM M• YMNNMMNNN•• NNNNNMMNNNNMNNNNNMMMMMi1 ilMM!lNMMMMN•N ITEM DESCRIPTION: Resolution Accepting Quotations and Awarding Contract for Demolition of 5538 Colfax Avenue North MNMM NiiNMMIFMMMMNNNNNMMMMMNMMMMiiNNiFMMMMNNMMMNNNMMMiF 1FNMMlit iF lF iE iF lF iF DEPT. APPROVAL: Assistant EDA Coordinator Signature`- title MMMMKMiFMiF IiMiFMNMMNNMMMMiFN1F iFMMNNNNMNNNNNMMMNNMMNNM MlFNMM1FMM M NiiKitNMMNKIfNit It lF iF if 9F MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached *+ r** �r *�r�r�r� «�r�r�r. *�r *.�r. * *.. *.* scar. �r,► �r.«.■. �►..«.**...*«..«.* r�r«.* �r., ►..�r. «.... *�r�rx * *�r�r�r *�r�r SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached No This Resolution would award the contract for demolition of the single - family home at 5538 Colfax Avenue North. This property was acquired under the City's Scattered Site Redevelopment Program and will be redeveloped as a • P 9 P single - family home site. The company submitting the lowest quote is HRS Construction, Inc. of Loretto, Minnesota. HRS has performed a number of demolitions for the Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District. I spoke with a representative of Hennepin Parks, and he indicated they were very satisfied with the demolition work performed by HRS. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Resolution which would authorize the EDA Director to enter into a contract with HRS Construction, Inc. for the demolition of the single - family home at 5538 Colfax Avenue North. • I la Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTATIONS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR DEMOLITION OF 5538 COLFAX AVENUE NORTH WHEREAS, quotations were received for the demolition of 5538 Colfax Avenue North; and WHEREAS, the following quotations were received: Company Name Bid HRS Construction, Inc. $ 3,800.00 Doty & Sons, Inc. 4,350.00 Herbst & Sons Construction Co., Inc. 6,600.00 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority, in and for the City of Brooklyn Center, that the quotation for demolition of 5538 Colfax Avenue North submitted by HRS Construction, Inc., in the amount of $3,800.00, is hereby accepted; and the Director is authorized to enter into a contract with HRS Construction, Inc. for the demolition of 5538 Colfax Avenue North. 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. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 5/13/91 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION NNMi► NMNNNMNNMNNMMNMIFNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN ITEM DESCRIPTION: Resolution Declaring Certain Lands to be Excess Property and Authorizing Sale of Same NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNiFNNNN DEPT. APPROVAL: Assistant EDA Coordinator Signature - title MMiFMMNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNMNNNNNNNN NNN NN . NNNNNNNNNNNNNNN MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached MiF iFNiFNiFNiF iFNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNiF iFNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes This Resolution would provide for the advertisement for sale of two properties acquired by the EDA as part of its • Scattered Site Redevelopment Program. The properties are located at 6730 Perry Avenue North and 5538 Colfax Avenue North. The intent of the program is to redevelop the properties as single - family home sites. As part of the process for selling the properties, any purchase offer and purchase agreement terms would be presented to the EDA Board for their review and approval prior to execution of any purchase agreement. RECOMMENDATIONS Staff is recommending approval of this resolution which would authorize an advertisement for written offers on the properties. Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: EDA RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION DECLARING CERTAIN LANDS TO BE EXCESS PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING SALE OF SAME WHEREAS, on April 30, 1991, the EDA purchased and acquired that tract and parcel of land legally described as North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of Lot 45, Garcelon's Addition to Minneapolis, 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 (5538 Colfax Avenue North); 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 (6730 Perry Avenue North); and WHEREAS, the properties were purchased 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, at the time of such purchases, the EDA reasonably contemplated that the properties would be redeveloped as single - family home sites; and WHEREAS, subsequent to such purchases, the EDA has ascertained that it is unreasonable to expect that a project, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462, which would involve or include the properties, could be established and carried out within any foreseeable time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Brooklyn Center as follows: 1. The properties are declared to be in excess of the foreseeable needs of the EDA and, as such, are declared to be excess property. 2. The Director is authorized and directed to seek offers to purchase the properties at a price and on such terms as shall be subject to the further review and acceptance by the EDA. 3. The Director, in discharging such directive, shall cause to be published in the official newspaper of the City the notices contained in the attached Exhibits A and B. 4. The Director may negotiate with any offer as to the purchase price and terms of sale provided, however, that no offer may be accepted unless approved by the Board of Commissioners of the EDA. EDA Resolution No. 5. The Director shall report to the Board of Commissioners of the EDA concerning any recommendations which he may have regarding the sale of the properties. 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. EXHIBIT A NOTICE, THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) , IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, WILL ACCEPT WRITTEN OFFERS (PURCHASE AGREEMENTS) FOR A SINGLE - FAMILY LOT LOCATED AT 5538 COLFAX AVENUE NORTH, THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS AS FOLLOWS: The North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of Lot 45, GarcelonIs Addition to Minneapolis, 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. The EDA reserves the right to accept or reject any offer. Minimum offer to be considered is $19,500.00. The lot is zoned single - family R1. Preference will be given to offers proposing low- and moderate - income housing. Submit offers to the Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. Offers and counteroffers will be considered until , 1991. For further information, contact Tom Bublitz at 569 -3433. EXHIBIT B NOTICE, THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA), IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, WILL ACCEPT WRITTEN OFFERS (PURCHASE AGREEMENTS) FOR A SINGLE - FAMILY LOT LOCATED AT 6730 PERRY AVENUE NORTH. THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS AS FOLLOWS: Lot 3, Block 3, Marstan's Place Addition. The EDA reserves the right to accept or reject any offer. Minimum offer to be considered is $19,500.00. The lot is zoned The lot is zoned single - family R1. Preference will be given to offers proposing low- and moderate - income housing. Submit offers to the Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. Offers and counteroffers will be considered until 2 p.m., Friday, June 21, 1991. For further information, contact Tom Bublitz at 569 -3433.