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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 10-12 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 12, 2015 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 8:01 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL President Tim Willson and Commissioners April Graves, Kris Lawrence-Anderson, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan. Also present were Executive Director Curt Boganey, Business and Development Gary Eitel, City Attorney Troy Gilchrist, and Denise Bosch, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Graves moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded to approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda, and the following item was approved: 3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. September 28, 2015 —Regular Session Motion passed unanimously. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4a. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-21 APPROVING PURCHASE AND REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5649 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD On September 14, 2015, the EDA called for a Public Hearing to be held October 12, 2015; the notice was published in the official newspaper on October 1, 2015. Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel showed a map of the area; provided background on the item including sale information and requirements, and provided plans for the home. 10/12/15 -1- President Willson commented that this has been an excellent program for the City. The City is seeing interest from those who wish to live here including people with young families. He commended Mr. Eitel and Mr. Boganey for all the work they do and thinks this is healthy and good for the City. Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Graves seconded to open the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously No one wished to address the EDA. Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson moved and Commissioner Ryan seconded to close the Public Hearing. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Graves moved and Commissioner Myszkowski seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2015-21 Approving Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement and Conveyance of Certain Property Located at 5649 Brooklyn Boulevard. Motion passed unanimously. 5. COMMISSION CONSIDERATION ITEMS 5a. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-22 APPROVING AGREEMENTS RELATED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE OPPORTUNITY SITE Mr. Eitel provided a map of the area; background regarding the site; information regarding the Preliminary Development Agreement and strategy for building the development; the concept plan; funding responsibilities of the EDA; information regarding the contract for private redevelopment; information on consulting services to complete the preliminary design and feasibility task; project tasks and costs; and identified the commercial service/civic area. He stated that the project will require an Environmental Assessment Worksheet to be completed. President Willson wondered if the commercial service/civic area would lend itself to an opportunity for smaller businesses and make it unique. Commissioner Ryan stated that these projects are complicated. His concern was an e-mail related to the Environmental Assessment Worksheet and any delay it may cause. He asked Mr. Eitel for his insight. President Willson stated that the City would want to take care of environmental issues even if there is a delay and if there is some political issue with the Met Council, it would need to be taken care of. 10/12/15 -2- Mr. Eitel stated that filling out the worksheet should be a simple process but it will require compiling information. The worksheet is routed to 14 state agencies and it is a process to look at the scope of the project. He stated he doesn't foresee a problem with complying with the worksheet. Commissioner Ryan commented that he supports the concept and the project. He stated that 600 units will generate a demand for the retail and amenities at Shingle Creek Crossing and it is a great addition to the community and will help to diversify the housing stock. Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson commented that she liked the phased development of the apartments. She asked about the exterior structure. Mr. Eitel replied that that information is not available yet and it would have to be agreed upon. Mr. Boganey reinforced Mr. Eitel's statement that the EAW should be a routine effort and stated that the most significant aspect of it is the public comment portion. It is an opportunity for anyone in the public to make comments on how this particular development will impact the environment. He does not believe there should be any impact that will result in a delay. He commended Mr. Eitel because this is a relatively novel approach but it is most appropriate and is an illustration of Mr. Eitel's vision and unwillingness to accept failure and to be creative to find a solution that should work. He recognized Mr. Eitel's out-of-the-box thinking while always wanting to achieve the best results. Commissioner Myszkowski moved and Commissioner Lawrence-Anderson seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2015-22 Approving Agreements Related to the Development of the Opportunity Site. 6. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Ryan moved and Commissioner Graves seconded adjournment of the Economic Development Authority meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 10/12/15 -3- 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 12, 2015. 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 26, 2015,Regular Session. "ecetary President 10/12/15 -4-