HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 10-28 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 28, 2013
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 8:25 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
President Tim Willson and Commissioners Carol Kleven, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin
Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were Executive Director Curt Boganey, Director of
Business and Development Gary Eitel, Assistant City Manager/Director of Building and
Community Standards Vickie Schleuning, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Mary Mullen,
Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson seconded approval of the
Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following item was approved:
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. August 26, 2013 —Regular Session
2. August 26, 2013 —Executive Session
Motion passed unanimously.
4. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS
4a. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-11 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY TO FACILITATE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS AND
REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE BROOKLYN
BOULEVARD CORRIDOR(6927 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD)
Executive Director Curt Boganey introduced the item.
Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel reviewed the proposed acquisition, discussed
the history, and stated the purpose of the proposed resolution. He added the voluntary
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acquisition of this property is consistent with the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Studies and the
City's Comprehensive Plan. He noted the cost of the acquisition, removal of structures, and lot
restoration are proposed to be funded by the TIF 3 Housing Fund, for a total of$113,150.
Mr. Eitel stated the proposed resolution identifies challenges associated with this property,
including the importance of balancing the integrity of the adjacent neighborhood through
residential or economic development. He added the closing is scheduled for November 2013.
Commissioner Myszkowski moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-11 Authorizing the Acquisition of Property to Facilitate
Neighborhood Improvements and Redevelopment Opportunities within the Brooklyn Boulevard
Corridor(6927 Brooklyn Boulevard).
Motion passed unanimously.
4b. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-12 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY TO FACILITATE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS AND
REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE BROOKLYN
BOULEVARD CORRIDOR(6107 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD)
Mr. Boganey introduced the item.
Mr. Eitel reviewed the proposed acquisition, discussed the history, and stated the purpose of the
proposed resolution. He added the voluntary acquisition of this property is consistent with the
Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Studies and the City's Comprehensive Plan. He stressed that
acquisition of properties along Brooklyn Boulevard is consistent with the community objectives
identified in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Eitel stated the property's owner is willing to enter into a Bargain Sales Agreement, which
would allow the City to purchase the property at the reduced price of$150,000, and the owner
would accept the balance of the assessed value as a charitable contribution. He added this
balance would be considered a donation to the EDA.
President Willson stated he is pleased that Luther Company is willing to enter into the proposed
agreement, which will allow the EDA to take positive steps toward the redevelopment of the
City.
Mr. Boganey suggested the EDA consider, as part of the motion, a letter of thanks on behalf of
the City to Luther Company for this substantial donation. Mr. Willson instructed staff to draft a
letter for signature by the EDA.
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-12 Authorizing the Acquisition of Property to Facilitate
Neighborhood.Improvements and Redevelopment Opportunities within the Brooklyn Boulevard
Corridor (6107 Brooklyn Boulevard), and instructing Staff to draft a letter of thanks to Luther
Company LTD.
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Motion passed unanimously.
4c. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-13 AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
CENTER'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO SUPPORT,APPLY
FOR, AND ENTER INTO A MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT'S MINNESOTA INVESTMENT FUND
APPLICATION ON BEHALF OF SIGN ZONE INC./PALMER LAKE BC, LLC .
FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PALMER LAKE PLAZA FACILITIES AND
PROPERTY, LOCATED AT 6850 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY, BROOKLYN
CENTER,MINNESOTA
Mr. Boganey introduced the item.
Mr. Eitel explained the purpose of the proposed resolution to allow the EDA to apply for funding
on behalf of the applicant, Sign Zone, Inc.,through the Minnesota Department of Employment's
Investment Fund, which provides funding opportunities for economic development.
George Frost, Vice President and CFO of Sign Zone, Inc., reviewed his company's history and
current business as a manufacturer and reseller of visual communication products, with two
facilities in the metro area. He stated Sign Zone hopes to relocate their headquarters base to the
Palmer Lake Plaza facility, which will include interior as well as exterior modifications.
Commissioner Ryan stated this application does not represent a financial obligation to the City.
The grant funds are provided by DEED, the Minnesota Department of Employment and
Economic Development and pass from the state directly to the applicant, Sign Zone, but the City
receives the economic benefit.
Commissioner Kleven moved and Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-13 Authorizing the City of Brooklyn Center's Economic
Development Authority to Support, Apply for, and Enter into a Minnesota Department of
Employment and Economic Development's Minnesota Investment Fund Application on Behalf
of Sign Zone Inc./Palmer Lake BC, LLC for the Benefit of the Palmer Lake Plaza Facilities and
Property, Located at 6850 Shingle Creek Parkway,Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.
Motion passed unanimously.
4d. RESOLUTION NO. 2013-14 AUTHORIZING THE USE OF TAX INCREMENT
DISTRICT 3 HOUSING FUNDS FOR SITE IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO
THE LAKE POINTE PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS.
Mr. Eitel reviewed the Lake Pointe project including the potential investment requested by the
applicant. He added the funding would facilitate parking lot improvements, as well as 2,200
linear feet of potential trail, which has also been identified as an alternative route within the
Twin Lakes Regional Trail system. He added the Lake Pointe property was acquired by Jim
Soderberg in 2013, and the property is in the final stages of renovation in all units.
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Mr. Eitel stated the applicant has put significant investment into site infrastructure and has
committed to dedicate a 30-foot wide trail easement that will add character to the site. The
applicant is currently over budget and is requesting EDA funding assistance for the trail portion
of the project. He added approval of the application would authorize expenditure provided the
project meets the criteria for housing-affordable funds.
Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson requested clarification regarding Mr. Soderberg's total
investment in this project. Mr. Eitel stated the original budget was $18,000 per unit. Mr.
Boganey stated the project total cost estimate is$6.5 million, including acquisition.
Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson stated she supports the request as the applicant has invested a
significant amount of money in the community through other projects, and the requested funding
will help him beautify his project.
Commissioner Myszkowski agreed, adding the proposed trail will be a benefit to the whole
community.
President Willson stated the applicant's projects in the City have made it more desirable for
redevelopment. He commended Mr. Soderberg for his willingness to work with City staff in the
past and expressed his appreciation of the current proposed project.
Commissioner Myszkowski moved and Commissioner Kleven seconded adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-14 Authorizing the Use of Tax Increment District 3 Housing Funds
for Site Improvements Relating to the Lake Pointe Parking Lot Improvements.
Motion passed unanimously.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson seconded adjournment of
the Economic Development Authority meeting at 9:06 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 28,2013.
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 November
12, 2013, Regular Session.
President
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