HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 10-10 EDAM Regular Session 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
OCTOBER 10, 2011
CITY HALL — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Brooklyn Center Economic Development Authority (EDA) met in Regular Session called to
order by President Tim Willson at 7:33 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
President Tim Willson and Commissioners Carol Kleven, Kay Lasman, and Dan Ryan. Also
present were Executive Director Curt Boganey, Director of Fiscal and Support Services Dan
Jordet, Public Works Director /City Engineer Steve Lillehaug, Director of Business and
Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager /Director of Building and Community
Standards Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off
Site Secretarial, Inc.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Lasman seconded approval of the Agenda and
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Consent Agenda, and the following item was approved:
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. September 26, 2011 — Regular Session
Motion passed unanimously.
4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
4a. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -22 APPROVING THE TERMINATION OF THE
CEMENT POND /FOUNTAIN EASEMENT AND PROVIDING FOR THE
DEDICATION OF A NEW TRAIL EASEMENT (EDA — WINGS FINANCIAL,
6160 SUMMIT DRIVE)
Executive Director Curt Boganey introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the
purpose of the proposed resolution.
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Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel reviewed staff's work with Wings Financial to
resolve issues with the pond constructed in 1986. He displayed a picture of the subject site and
identified the location of the cement pond that was constructed half on the building site and half
on the EDA -owned property. Mr. Eitel reviewed the background of the development and
ownership of this site. A series of pictures were displayed that identified the adjacent properties,
property lines, location of trails, and cement pond that would be removed as part of this project
and allow connection of the trails. He reviewed improvements proposed to occur in 2012
including trail construction, trail lighting, and a lighted fountain within the pond that would
create a dynamic entry to the Embassy Suites and EDA -owned property.
Mr. Eitel explained the resolution under consideration would authorize the President and
Executive Director to engage the termination agreement, trail easement, and demolition of the
site. Staff also recommends the installation of a new storm sewer overflow.
The EDA considered potential costs, if approved and included the larger sized fountain, would
range from $35,000 to 40,000. Mr. Boganey clarified that recommended action tonight would
not commit the EDA to any of the additional expenses, only to the easement and termination of
the agreement.
The EDA acknowledged that in Phase 2 the EDA's objective is to find a developer for this site,
potentially for another hotel. Mr. Boganey affirmed the EDA's objective is to promote
redevelopment of this site and there is full flexibility by the EDA as it relates to the use. It was
noted the City Council had previously approved a hotel for this site; however, the EDA now
owns the site.
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION
NO. 2011 -22 Approving the Termination of the Cement Pond /Fountain Easement and Providing
for the Acceptance of a New Trail Easement (EDA — Wings Financial, 6160 Summit Drive)
Commissioner Kleven asked whether Wings Financial will pay 100% of the cost to remove the
fountain and restore of the site. Mr. Eitel answered in the affirmative.
Motion passed unanimously.
4b. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR
CONTAMINATION CLEANUP OF THE FORMER HOWE CHEMICAL SITE
LOCATED AT 4821 XERXES AVENUE NORTH IN BROOKLYN CENTER
Mr. Eitel introduced the item to approve three resolutions to apply for grant funding to assist
with the cleanup of 4821 Xerxes Avenue North, the former Howe Chemical site, by Real Estate
Recycling. He advised that the property owner now has a Development Response Action Plan
approved by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Department of Agriculture. Mr. Eitel
displayed site plans of the subject site and reviewed the site history that resulted in the
contamination. It was noted that in 2008 the City Council had approved a site plan for
development of this property for an office /warehouse building and capping of the parking lot on
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the west side to correct all soils. He displayed a rendering of the proposed building approved for
this site.
Mr. Eitel reviewed the remediation/clean up costs for this site, projected at $2,407,000, that
would be funded as follows: $1,242,000 from the DEED Contamination Cleanup Grant
Program; $200,000 from the Metropolitan Council Tax Base Revitalization Account Program;
$700,000 from the Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund and /or EPA Brownfield's
Grant Program, and, $265,000 from the developer.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -23 AUTHORIZING THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER,
MINNESOTA TO APPLY FOR A CONTAMINATION CLEANUP GRANT
FROM THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION
NO. 2011 -23 Authorizing the Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
to Apply for a Contamination Cleanup Grant from the Minnesota Department of Employment
and Economic Development.
Motion passed unanimously.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -24 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A
GRANT APPLICATION TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL FOR
THE TAX BASE REVITALIZATION ACCOUNT
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Kleven seconded adoption of RESOLUTION
NO. 2011 -24 Authorizing the Submission of a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Council for
the Tax Base Revitalization Account.
Motion passed unanimously.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -25 APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR A
HENNEPIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL FINANCIAL GRANT
Commissioner Kleven moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION
NO. 2011 -25 Approving an Application for a Hennepin County Environmental Financial Grant.
Motion passed unanimously.
4c. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -26 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY TO FACILITATE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS AND
REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE BROOKLYN
BOULEVARD CORRIDOR (5455 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD)
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Mr. Eitel introduced the item, noting the purchase of 5455 Brooklyn Boulevard had been
considered by the City Council at its September 26, 2011, Work Session as part of the reimaging
of Brooklyn Boulevard, to address the goal to remove private residences from Brooklyn
Boulevard, and to provide redevelopment opportunities.
Mr. Eitel presented pictures and described the subject site, a large corner lot, abutting the
driveway of the Northport Elementary School and North Memorial Clinic. He advised that as
part of the Northport Elementary School renovation, the City will be addressing its access,
parking, and image. This purchase would remove a blighted property and allow improvements
going forward.
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded adoption of RESOLUTION
NO. 2011 -26 Authorizing the Acquisition of Property to Facilitate Neighborhood Improvements
and Redevelopment Opportunities within the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor (5455 Brooklyn
Boulevard).
Motion passed unanimously.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Lasman seconded adjournment of the Economic
Development Authority meeting at 8:07 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER)
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed Secretary of the Economic
Development Authority (EDA) of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies:
1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular
Session of the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of the City of Brooklyn Center
held on October 10, 2011.
2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at
Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the Economic Development Authority (EDA) adopted said minutes at its October
24, 2011, Regular Session.
Secretary President
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