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2001 EDA Meeting MinutesMinutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Annual Meeting February 6, 2001 President Hoffmann called the annual meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to nominate the following for officers for 2001: President: Gary Joselyn Vice President: Tom Krueger Secretary: David Anderson Treasurer: Ed Thonander There were no other nominations. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to establish the meeting calendar for its regular meetings for 2001 to coincide with the City Council's 1 st meeting of each month, noting that the November 6 EDA meeting may have to follow the Council meeting due to election. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the minutes of the October 17, 2000 special meeting and November 8, 2000 work session. Motion carried. The EDA considered contractor bids for rehab of 5204 Florida Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept the bid from Feyereisen Construction and authorize staff to enter into a contract with Feyereisen Construction to complete the project identified in the staff report. Motion carried. The EDA considered modifications to the approved house design at 6403 41st Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the modified site plan. Motion carried. The EDA received the 2000 Annual Report of Economic Development Authority activities. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the annual meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. Thomas Krueger, Vice P esident ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDE VLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2001\02-06-01 min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting February 20, 2001 President Joselyn called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:00 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson (arrived 6:05), Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, Gary Joselyn and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager/Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to approve the minutes of the February 6, 2001, annual meeting and work session. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 5608 Regent Avenue North. Planner Sutter reviewed the five proposals. David Christopher, Sussel Homes, told the EDA he had a customer for the house so it wouldn't be a spec home. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the proposal submitted by Sussel Homes for the purchase of 5608 Regent Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 3408 Quail Avenue North. Planner Sutter reviewed the five proposals. Tom Crawley of Novak Fleck and Remax introduced the buyers for the home, Donna and Jeff Lude. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the proposal submitted by Novak- Fleck for the purchase of 3408 Quail Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 4833 Douglas Drive North. Planner Sutter reviewed the five proposals. Joe of Novak -Fleck reminded the EDA his offer for the lot was $5,000 more than the EDA's asking price. Dave Feyereisen explained to the EDA how a second bathroom would fit on the second floor. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the proposal submitted by Feyereisen with the change that a second full bath be added to the second level. Motion carried. The EDA considered bids for the rehab of the house at 5536 Regent Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to accept the bid from Ed Steele Construction to rehab the house at 5536 Regent Avenue North and authorize staff to enter into a contract with Ed Steele Construction. Motion carried. The EDA considered the 2001 Work Plan. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the 2001 Work Plan as submitted. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the EDA. The special meeting of the Crystal EDA adjourned at 6:42 p.m. ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary G AEDA\Edaminutes\2001 \02-20-01 min.doc Motion carried. L�,r Gary Jos , yn,�7�fnt Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting March 6, 2001 President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:55 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, Ed Thonander, and Gary Joselyn. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; and Steve Bubul, City Attorney. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the minutes of the February 20, 2001 special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA considered a subordination agreement with Signal Bank for Dr. Bichler's project at 5231 Douglas Drive North. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to authorize the President and Executive Director to execute a Subordination Agreement with Signal Bank for Dr. Bichler's project at 5231 Douglas Drive provided Dr. Bichler apply for and obtain a building permit for the project prior to execution of the agreement. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the annual meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m. r M Gary Joselyn es nt ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting March 20, 2001 Vice President Krueger called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:45 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger and Ed Thonander. David Anderson arrived following action on Item #4. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Steve Bubul, City Attorney. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to approve the minutes of the March 6, 2001 regular meeting and work session minutes. Motion carried. The EDA considered a proposed agreement with the Greater Minneapolis Metropolitan Housing Corporation to implement the Home Improvement Incentive Rebate Program. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the agreement and to authorize its execution by the Executive Director. Motion carried. The EDA considered the acquisition of 3537 Major Avenue North from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to authorize staff to proceed with the purchase of 3537 Major Avenue North for the list price of $65,000 for the purposes of redevelopment for construction of a new home. Motion carried. The EDA reviewed the estimated cost for proposed changes to the remodeling plan for 5536 Regent Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to authorize a change order with Ed Steele Construction consistent with Option #2 of the staff report. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m. Tom Krueger, Vice Preside ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary \\CY_FS 1\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2001\03-20-01min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting April 17, 2001 President Joselyn called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:50 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma and Tom Krueger. Ed Thonander arrived following approval of the minutes. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; and Steve Bubul, City Attorney. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the March 20, 2001 special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA considered proposed modifications to redevleopment plan for Redevleopment Project No. 1 and proposed modified Tax Increment Financing Plans for Tax Increment Financing Districts Nos. 1 and 2. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve Resolution 2001-01 modifying the redevelopment plan for Redevelopment Project No. 1 to reflect increased project costs to be undertaken therein and modifying the tax increment financing plan for Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 to reflect increased project costs within Redevelopment Project No. 1. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m. � f Gary Josely , res' ent ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting -- June 5, 2001 President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma and Tom Krueger. David Anderson arrived at 6:36 p.m. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2001, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider four proposals for the purchase of 3200 Adair. Avenue North. Proposals received from Al Stobbe Homes, Avery Homes, Monarch Homes, and Novak -Fleck were reviewed. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to accept the proposal from Novak -Fleck for the purchase of 3200 Adair Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA continued consideration of the sale of the house at 3425 Lee Avenue North to June 19, 2001, in order to schedule a public hearing on the proposed sale. The EDA considered acquisition of the property at 4330 Adair Avenue North for demolition and lot sale. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to approve the acquisition of 4330 Adair Avenue North for demolition and lot sale. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. - Gary Josejyn,P esi ent ATTEST: r David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting June 19, 2001 Vice President Krueger called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:45 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, and Tom Krueger. Gary Joselyn and David Anderson arrived soon after 6:45. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the June 5, 2001, regular meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider sale of property located at 3425 Lee Avenue North. Sutter reviewed the proposed contract for deed for sale of the property. President Joselyn closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to authorize staff to enter into a contract for deed for sale of the property at 3425 Lee Avenue North. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to authorize staff to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Northwest Community Revitalization Corporation. Motion carried. The EDA considered a resolution of just compensation for the purchase of 4330 Adair Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to adopt Resolution #2001-02 the Resolution of Just Compensation for purchase of 4330 Adair Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA considered a resolution allowing Hennepin County HRA to loan Affordable Housing Incentive Fund rehab money to Community Involvement Programs for the property at 5101 -56th Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adopt Resolution #2001-03 regarding Hennepin County HRA's Affordable Housing Incentive Fund. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Gary Joselyn, P side ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2001\06-19-0Imin.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting July 17, 2001 President Joselyn called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:45 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Pete Meintsma and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the June 19, 2001, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider sale of property located at 3557 June Avenue North. President Joselyn closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept the offer from Paula Joan Nyquist for $5,000 for the property at 3557 June Avenue North subject to the condition that within 30 days of closing, 3557 June Avenue North shall be combined with 3553 June Avenue North for zoning and tax purposes. Motion carried. The EDA considered a Resolution approving a request from Opportunity Partners to refinance existing group home mortgages with tax-exempt bonds from Hennepin County HRA. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adopt Resolution #2001-04 waiving notice and consenting to the financing of a project by the Hennepin County HRA. Motion carried. The EDA discussed the establishment of a loan fund to encourage reinvestment in distressed rental properties in the City. It was the consensus of the EDA that staff not pursue implementation of such a program in Crystal. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m. s- .. Gary Jose yn, res' ent ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting September 4, 2001 President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Dan Greensweig, City Attorney; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the July 17, 2001, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider the sale of property located at 4330 Adair Avenue North. President Joselyn closed the public hearing at 6:45 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to accept the proposal put forth by Al Stobbe Homes for construction of a two-story house, subject to the changes recommended by staff and accepted by the builder. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider the sale of property located at 5536 Regent Avenue North. President Joselyn closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the sale of the subject property to the buyer under the terms of sale described in the staff report. Motion carried. The EDA considered Resolution 2001-05 adopting a proposed 2002 budget and requesting its approval by the City Council. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes adopting a proposed budget and requesting approval of City Council Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m Gary Josely PI es' n ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting --. September 25, 2001 President Joselyn called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, and Tom Krueger. The following staff members were present: Angie Nalezny, Acting Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the minutes of the September 4, 2001, regular meeting. Motion carried. The EDA considered a motion authorizing the acquisition of 6328 38th Avenue North for rehabilitation and resale. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to authorize purchase of 6328 38th Avenue North for the purpose of rehabilitation and resale. Motion carried. The EDA considered Resolution 2001-06 establishing the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchase of 5217 34th Place North for demolition and land banking for future redevelopment. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve Resolution 2001-06 establishing the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchase of property at 5217 34th Place North. Motion carried. The EDA considered a motion to set maximum expenditure targets for rehab projects and demolitions, to authorize staff to make formal offers for the acquisition of 6617 45th Avenue North and 6524 Brentwood Avenue North, and to authorize staff to make formal offers on properties in accordance with the expenditure targets. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to set the maximum expenditure target as $30,000 for rehab projects and $40,000 for each new home project, to authorize staff to make offers on the subject properties, and to authorize staff to make offers on similar properties subject to the net expenditure limits of $30,000 and $40,000, respectively. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. 6" "I 41,4jlv\l Gary Josely' , Pr de ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary GAEDA\Edaminutes\200 1\09-25-0 1 min.doe Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting --- October 9, 2001 Vice President Krueger called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:50 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger and Peter Meintsma. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the September 25, 2001, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA conducted a public hearing to consider the sale of 5204 Florida Avenue North. No one spoke at the public hearing. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the sale of the property at 5204 Florida Avenue North in accordance with standard real estate practices and to authorize staff to negotiate and sign a purchase agreement on behalf of the EDA. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. 'c/ <"Z4� Tom Krueger, Vice Pres' nt ATTEST: David Anderson, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting November 20, 2001 Vice -President Krueger called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Steve Eubul, City Attorney. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve minutes for the October 9, 2001 regular meeting, October 9, 2001 work session and November 6, 2001 work session. Motion carried. The EDA considered the acquisition of 5324 34th Place North for demolition and land banking. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to authorize staff to purchase the subject property for a negotiated price of $78,000 for demolition and land banking for future redevelopment. Motion carried. The EDA considered changes to the New Home Program. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to modify the New Home program to: 1) Prohibit builders from transferring ownership of a property until the new house is completed in accordance with the Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement; and 2) Include a prohibition on the subsequent conversion of a property to tax-exempt status unless specifically authorized by the EDA. Motion carried. The EDA discussed various redevelopment options for 6404 38th Avenue North and 3821 Douglas Drive. It was the consensus of the members that staff should pursue redevelopment options involving these properties. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the work session. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. Tom Krueger, Vice Prigident David Anderson, Secretary