HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 07-09 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
JULY 9, 2012
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 7:52 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
President Tim Willson and Commissioners Carol Kleven, Kay Lasman, and Lin Myszkowski.
Absent and excused was Commissioner Dan Ryan. Also present were Executive Director Curt
Boganey, Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel, Planning and Zoning Specialist Tim
Benetti, 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 Lasman moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded approval of the Agenda
and Consent Agenda,and the following item was approved:
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. April 23, 2012—Regular Session
Motion passed unanimously.
4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
4a. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-10 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY TO FACILITATE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS AND
REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE BROOKLYN
BOULEVARD CORRIDOR(6101 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD)
Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel introduced the item, discussed the history, and
stated the purpose of the proposed resolution to acquire 6101 Brooklyn Boulevard, a
commercially zoned 20,307 sq. ft. corner lot and single-family residence. He displayed an aerial
view of the subject site and described the use of surrounding properties, noting the location of
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lots under EDA ownership. If approved for acquisition as part of the reimaging of Brooklyn
Boulevard Corridor, it would be purchased with Tax Increment District No. 3 Housing Account
funds.
The EDA indicated its intent was not to force residents from their homes but, rather, to acquire
the property only as it becomes available. Mr. Eitel clarified the purchase agreement provides
the owner is responsible for all relocation benefits and once purchased the City would move
forward to demolish the structure.
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-10 Authorizing the Acquisition of Property to Facilitate
Neighborhood Improvements and Redevelopment Opportunities within the Brooklyn Boulevard
Corridor(6101 Brooklyn Boulevard).
Motion passed unanimously.
4b. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SALE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
("PROPERTY") TO REAL ESTATE RECYCLING OR AN AFFILIATE FOR
USE AS PARKING TO SUPPORT 90,000 SQUARE FOOT OFFICE AND
WAREHOUSE FACILITY (SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF FRANCE AVENUE
NORTH AND T.H. 100)
Mr. Eitel introduced the item, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed
resolution to sell excess right-of-way from the Highway 100 and France Avenue interchange
improvement to Real Estate Recycling to promote economic development opportunities. He
displayed an aerial view of the subject site and the approved development and site plan. Mr.
Eitel presented the findings for considering sale of this property and noted this item is scheduled
for Public Hearing at tonight's meeting.
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded to open the Public
Hearing.
Motion passed unanimously.
Paul Hyde, representing Real Estate Recycling, provided an update on contamination
remediation and stated he is grateful for the staff time invested in this project.
President Willson reviewed recent redevelopment projects that have resulted in the creation of
many job opportunities, noting Mr. Hyde's project is another stimulating project to benefit the
City's residents.
Mr. Hyde stated this is the first new industrial building constructed in Brooklyn Center in five
years and using an in-fill site. He announced its first tenant will take possession December 1,
2012, with over 100 jobs and other prospects are interested in the balance of the site. Mr. Hyde
congratulated the EDA for its successful redevelopment work.
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Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Kleven seconded to close the Public Hearing.
The EDA discussed its support for this redevelopment project located at the City's entrance and
thanked Mr. Hyde for working cooperatively to accommodate residents' concerns. The EDA
also thanked City taff for its commitment to the City's redevelopment efforts.
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Motion passed unanimously.
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-11 APPROVING PURCHASE AGREEMENT
AND CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY TO REAL ESTATE
RECYCLING (MN/DOT EXCESS R.O.W.)
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-11 Approving Purchase Agreement and Conveyance of Certain
Property to Real Estate Recycling (Mn/DOT Excess R.O.W.)
Motion passed unanimously.
Executive Director Curt Boganey announced the City received notice from the Metropolitan
Council that it has approved the Comprehensive Plan amendment for the Maranatha project.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Lasman moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded adjournment of the
Economic Development Authority meeting at 8:14 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 July 9, 2012.
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 August 13,
2012, Regular Session.
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