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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
JANUARY 4, 1994
President Moravec called the annual meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:02 P.M.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Betty Herbes, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger,
Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma, and John Moravec.
The following members were absent: None
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne
Norris, Community Development Director; and Julie Jones,
Community Development Coordinator.
The President of the EDA requested any necessary changes to
the December 7, 1993, regular meeting minutes, as submitted.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to approve the minutes of the December 7, 1993,
regular EDA meeting, as submitted.
Motion Carried.
President Moravec requested any necessary changes to the
December 21, 1993, special meeting minutes as submitted.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to approve the December 21, 1993, special meeting
minutes, as submitted.
Motion Carried.
President Moravec noted that the January meeting is the
annual meeting of the Crystal EDA, when the election of
officers is to take place. The officers for 1993 were:
President: John Moravec
Vice Pres: Garry Grimes
Secretary: Pauline Langsdorf
Treasurer: Gary Josleyn
President Moravec requested nominations to the office of
President. Commissioner Meintsma nominated Commissioner
Joselyn to the office of President. President Moravec
requested further nominations for the office of President.
There were no other nominations. Moved by Commissioner
Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to direct the
Administrative Secretary of the EDA to cast all ballots for
Commissioner Joselyn as President.
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Commissioner Joselyn was therefore elected President of the
Crystal EDA for 1994.
President Joselyn then requested nominations for the office
of Vice President. Commissioner Langsdorf nominated
Commissioner Grimes for the office of Vice President.
President Joselyn requested further nominations for the
office of Vice President. There were no other nominations.
The President closed nominations. Moved by Commissioner
Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Langsdorf to direct
the administrative secretary of the EDA to cast all ballots
for Commissioner Grimes as Vice President.
Commissioner Grimes was therefore elected Vice President of
the Crystal EDA for 1994.
President Moravec then requested nominations for the office
of Secretary. Commissioner Moravec nominated Commissioner
Langsdorf for the office of Secretary. President Joselyn
requested further nominations for the office of Secretary.
There were no other nominations. The President closed
nominations. Moved by Commissioner Moravec and seconded by
Commissioner Grimes to direct the Administrative Secretary
of the EDA to cast all ballots for Commissioner Langsdorf as
Secretary.
Commissioner Langsdorf was therefore elected Secretary of
the Crystal EDA for 1994.
President Joselyn then requested nominations for the office
of Treasurer. Commissioner Moravec nominated Commissioner
Krueger for the office of Treasurer. President Joselyn
requested further nominations for the office of Treasurer.
There were no other nominations. The President closed the
nominations. Moved by Commissioner Moravec and seconded by
Commissioner Langsdorf to direct the Administrative
Secretary of the EDA to cast all ballots for Commissioner
Krueger as Treasurer.
Commissioner Krueger was therefore elected Treasurer of the
Crystal EDA for 1994.
Staff reported on the availability of a property located at
3505 Zane Avenue North for redevelopment in the CDBG
Scattered Site Acquisition Program. Staff had suggested
pursuring acquisition of several properties at the previous
EDA meeting and had reached a determination that the
property at 3505 Zane Avenue North was the property most
suitable for the Scattered Site Acquisition Program
currently available for sale: Staff had obtained a
professional appraisal of the property, which determined the
value to be $90,000. In order to avoid CDBG repayment
requirements, staff recommended.that the Authority request
the City Council to acquire the property, prepare it for
redevelopment, and then transfer the property ownership to
the Authority for reconstruction.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to request the Crystal City Council to acquire the
property located at 3505 Zane Avenue North for the purposes
of redevelopment in the CDBG Scattered Site Acquisition
Program with the intent of demolishing the existing
structure, preparing the site for new construction, and then
selling the land to the Authority for $1.00.
Motion Carried.
Staff recommended that the Authority authorize staff to
begin obtaining demolition bids for the property recently
purchased at 5237 Douglas Drive North. Since the City was
also considering acquisition of other properties to be
demolished, staff further requested that the Authority
suggest that demolition bids for all projects be obtained
simultaneously.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to authorize staff to obtain demolition bids for 5237
Douglas -Drive North and suggested that the City Council
authorize staff to also obtain demolition bids for the CDBG
Scattered Site Acquisition Project in progress and the COOP
Northwest HOME Project.
Motion Carried.
Staff suggested that the Authority change its 1994 meeting
dates to coincide with changes,to the 1994 City Council
meeting schedule. These changes included changing the March
1 meeting date to March 8. Also included was changing the
August 2 meeting to August 1. Also included was changing
the September 6 meeting date to September 14.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to change the EDA 1994 meeting schedule to
coincide with changes in the 1994 City Council meeting
schedule.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris reported that the Robbinsdale School District
has reportedly reached an agreement with SuperValu for the
sale of Mielke Field. Ms. Norris suggested that the EDA
schedule a special meeting for consideration of amendments
to the development agreement with SuperValu.
Moved by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to schedule a special EDA meeting, if necessary, for
6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, for the purpose of
considering amendments to the Supervalu Developement
Agreement.
Motion Carried.
President Joselyn then read the 1993 EDA Annual Report.
Commissioner Grimes suggested, and the President agreed,
that credit should be mentioned in the report about the EDA
Advisory Commission's work in 1993 on the Star City Program
application.
There was no other business.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and by Commissioner Herbes to
adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:54 P.M.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
JANUARY 18, 1994
6:30 p.m.
President Joselyn called the special meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:33 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Betty Herbes, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Pauline
Langsdorf, and Peter Meintsma.
The following members were absent: John Moravec.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Anne Norris,
Community Development Director; Julie Jones, Community
Development Coordinator; and Jim Otto, Finance Director.
Anne Norris and Steve Bubul explained recent developments in the
School Board's acceptance of SuperValu's offer to purchase Mielke
Field for 1.65 million dollars. They explained that the School
Board's acceptance of the offer is contingent upon SuperValu
receiving additional assistance from the City. Staff proposed
that the EDA continue to commit 98.5% of the increment generated
by the tax increment district for SuperValu's redevelopment and
also commit an additional $300,000 in increments from the Bass
Lake Road/Becker Park Tax Increment Financing District (TIF
District No. 1). Staff explained that the TIF District No.l
redevelopment area would need to be expanded to include the
SuperValu project area in TIF District No. 2.. Staff also
explained that the redevelopment contract with SuperValu would
need to be amended to reflect these changes.
Members of The Authority discussed the timeline and procedures
involved in meeting all necessary requirements prior to the March
22 deadline for final acceptance of the SuperValu/School District
purchase agreement of Mielke Field.
It was suggested by Commissioner Meintsma to continue discussion
of the issue following the City Council meeting later in the
evening.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting.
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The meeting adjourned at 6:55
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
FEBRUARY 1, 1994
Vice President Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:05 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Betty Herbes, Tom Krueger, Pauline Langsdorf,and
John Moravec (arrived 6:12).
The following member were absent: Gary Joselyn and Peter
Meintsma.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Anne Norris,
Community Development Director; and Julie Jones, Community
Development Coordinator.
Vice President Grimes requested any necessary changes to the
January 4, 1994, regular meeting minutes.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the January 4, 1994, regular
EDA meeting, as submitted.
Motion carried.
Vice President Grimes requested any necessary changes to the
January 18, 1994, special meeting minutes, as submitted.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner Krueger
to approve the minutes of the January 18, 1994, special EDA
meeting as submitted.
Motion Carried.
The Authority then continued consideration of EDA Resolution No.
94-1, a Resolution Approving Amended and Restated Contract for
Private Development Among the City of Crystal, the Economic
Development Authority in and for the City of Crystal and
SuperValu, Inc. Staff explained that the resolution authorized
the following amendments to the redevelopment agreement with
SuperValu:
1. Additional assistance of $300,000.00 to be paid at the
time of closing on Mielke Field.
2. Extend commencement and completion deadlines for the
construction of Phase I to January 1, 1996 and January
1, 1998.
3. Extend optional termination agreement to June 30, 1994.
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Staff recommended that the additional $300,000.00 in assistance
come from anticipated unencumbered tax increment funds from the
Bass Lake Road/Becker Park Tax Increment Financing District. In
order to allow the borrowing of TIF Funds to occur, staff
explained that the project area of Tax Increment District No. 1
needed to be expanded to include the SuperValu project. Staff
recommended that a public hearing be set for March 8, 1994 to
consider these modifications. Staff further recommended that the
EDA request the City Council to authorize a short-term loan from
the PIR Fund to finance the additional assistance to the project
until bonds could be sold at a later date.
Moved by Commissioner Moravec and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve EDA Resolution No. 94-1, a Resolution
Approving Amended and Restated Contract for Private Development
among the City of Crystal, the Economic Development Authority in
and for the City of Crystal and SuperValu, Inc.
Motion Carried
Staff then presented various redevelopment options for the
scattered site acquisition property being purchased at 3505 Zane
Avenue No. The redevelopment options discussed included
subdividing the lot into 2, 3 or 4 lots. Staff recommended
following the goals set forth in the Comprehensive Plan by
subdividing the lot into only two lots, creating larger, higher -
valued homes.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Herbes
to direct staff to pursue option 1, subdividing the lot into two
lots.
Motion Carried
OTHER BUSINESS
Staff reported that the City's attempts to purchase a non-
conforming duplex at 4161 Adair Avenue No. were unsuccessful.
The owners of the property decided to sign a purchase agreement
with a private buyer. Staff is therefore seeking suitable
properties for acquisition to complete the HOME project with the
CO-OP Northwest Community Revitilization Corporation.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:28
p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
MARCH 8, 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:02 P.M.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Betty Herbes, Gary Joselyn, Pauline Langsdorf,
and Peter Meintsma.
The following members were absent: Tom Krueger and John
Moravec.
Special Guests Present were: Jim Casserly, Casserly and
Associates, and David Johnson.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Anne Norris,
Community Development Director; and Julie Jones, Community
Development Coordinator.
President Joselyn requested any necessary changes to the
February 1, 1994, regular meeting minutes.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to approve the minutes of the February 1, 1994,
regular EDA meeting, as submitted.
Motion Carried.
President Joselyn proposed amending the agenda to skip to
item 9 after completion of item 5. The Authority then
considered Resolution No. 94-2, A Resolution Authorizing the
Execution and Delivery of a Contract for Private Development
by and Between the Crystal Economic Development Authority
and David P. Johnson. Anne Norris summarized the contract
for private development between the EDA and Mr. Johnson.
Through the Agreement, the EDA would give Mr. Johnson a
revenue note for payments of a present value of
approximately $174,000 over a ten year period of time. This
amount equalled 95% of the tax increment generated by the
project over a 10 year period. The remaining 5% would be
retained by the EDA for administrative expenses. Staff
explained that Mr. Johnson plans to acquire the Skipper's
Restaurant property and demolish the existing structure.
Mr. Johnson was then planning to construct a new commercial
building on the north portion of the site. Staff further
explained that the Planning Commission was scheduled to
consider Mr. Johnson's site plan at its March 14 meeting.
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Jim Richter, resident of 6502 Cloverdale Avenue North,
appeared before the Authority to express his concerns about
traffic generated by the proposed development. Commissioner
Meintsma suggested Mr. Richter attend the March 14 Planning
Commission public hearing.
Moved by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve Resolution No. 94-2, A Resolution
Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of a Contract for
Private Development by and Between the Crystal Economic
Development Authority and David P. Johnson.
Motion Carried.
The Authority then considered EDA Resolution No. 94-3, A
Resolution Approving Amendment to Project Plan for the Bass
Lake Road/Becker Park Redevelopment Area (Redevelopment
Project No. 1). Anne Norris explained that the proposed
modifications to the Bass Lake Road/Becker Park TIF Project
Area only included an expansion of the project area where
excess tax increment funds could be used. The proposed
modification did not include creation of any new tax
increment financing districts. She explained that the
Planning Commission and EDA Advisory Commission had both had
an opportunity at their regular February meetings to
consider the proposed expansion. Both advisory commissions
had suggested that the City investigate the possibility of
adding the entire City to the project area. Both
commissions also recommended approval of the proposed
expansion.
EDA Advisory Commissioner, Phillip Eder, addressed the
Authority expressing his concerns that the Authority
reconsider the option to designate the entire City as the
project area. The City Attorney advised against this
action.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve EDA Resolution No. 94-3, A Resolution
Approving Amendment to Project Plan for the Bass Lake
Road/Becker Park Redevelopment Area.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris distributed an updated version of amendments to
the Supervalu Project Contract and explained the changes to
previous discussions.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to approve EDA REsolution No. 94-4, A Resolution
Approving amended and Restated Contract for Private
Development Among the City of Crystal, the EDA in and for
the City of Crystal and Supervalu.
Motion Carried.
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f� The EDA and the EDA Advisory Commission members then
proceeded with their joint meeting.
EDA Advisory Commission members present were: Phillip Eder,
Jane Elsen, Daniel Hansen, Mark Hoffman, Edwin Krueger,
Merle Mattson, Milton Oliver, Adrian Rygg, and Jo -Ann
Schroeder. Paulette Magnusen was absent.
EDA Advisory Commission Chair, Mark Hoffman, updated the EDA
in regards to the Star City application that the Advisory
Commission has been working on. He reported that 40
business surveys were completed and the results have been
forwarded to the State for their analysis. The Commission
is also in the process of developing a promotional video
tape and information booklet to be used both for new
residents and businesses. Anne Norris added that the
Advisory Commission has also analyzed the City's strengths
and weaknesses and will be formulating a five-year work plan
based on this information.
The EDA and EDA Advisory Commission members then discussed
expectations of the Advisory Commission. Councilmember
Grimes said the Advisory Commission would like to be more
involved in review of project proposals. Commissioner Rygg
suggested the Advisory Commission could serve more as a
long-range planning group. Commissioner Eder suggested the
Advisory Commission should be involved in the conceptual
level on proposals to analyze how they relate to the City's
long-range plans.
Chair Hoffman thanked the EDA for the chance to meet
jointly. President Joselyn requested staff to attempt to
coordinate quarterly joint EDA/EDA Advisory Commission
meetings.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to adjourn the meeting until the close of the Council
meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 P.M.
President Joselyn reconvened the EDA meeting at 8:44 P.M.
The Authority and EDA Advisory Commission members discussed
the lease/purchase housing rehabilitation concept for
Douglas Court Apartments. Anne Norris suggested that the
next appropriate step would be for a market study to be
completed on the property in order determine what type of
market might be interested in purchasing this type of
housing.
-- Commissioner Grimes suggested that the discussion of
lease/purchase housing be placed on the next EDA Advisory
Commission Agenda. The Advisory Commission could then
provide their recommendations to the Authority.
Under other business, Anne Norris requested the Authority to
consider changes to Resolution 94-4, previously adopted
earlier in the meeting, so that amendments coincided with
the amendments approved by the City Council moments earlier.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to reconsider motion to approve EDA Resolution No.
94-4.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve necessary changes to Resolution 94-4 to
concur with amendments approved by the City Council.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris informed the Authority that Paster Enterprises
has received strong tenant interest in the Northwest corner
of Bass Lake Road/West Broadway redevelopment project and is
interested in knowing if the EDA is willing to expand the
redevelopment project area. It was suggested that staff
discuss the idea with the EDA Advisory Commission and bring
more information back to the EDA at a later meeting.
Commissioner Langsdorf expressed appreciation to Julie Jones
on her work with the City of Crystal in housing and
recycling. President Joselyn also expressed well wishes to
Ms. Jones as she takes a new position with the City of
Brooklyn Park.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
8;56 P.M.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
MARCH 22, 1994
President Joselyn called a special meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:30 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Gary Joselyn, Betty Herbes, Tom Krueger, Gary Grimes, and
Pauline Langsdorf.
The following members were absent: Peter Meintsma
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; and Anne
Norris, Community Development Director.
Anne Norris explained SuperValu's request for EDA to
authorize commencing condemnation of lease -hold interests at
Anthony Shopping Center. SuperValu has successfully
negotiated the termination of lease -hold interests with two
of the four tenants in the shopping center. However,
SuperValu is still negotiating with the remaining tenants.
SuperValu has requested that the EDA authorize commencing
condemnation to ensure that the project can proceed on
schedule.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to adopt the resolution authorizing the acquisition
of real property needed for Redevelopment Project No. 2,
including the use of eminent domain, pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes Chapters 117 and 469.
Motion carried.
There was no other business at the special meeting of the
Crystal EDA.
Moved by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
6:35 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
APRIL 51 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:00 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Gary Grimes, Betty Herbes, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma,
Pauline Langsdorf and Tom Krueger.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; David Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
President Joselyn noted a spelling correction in the March
8, 1994 minutes.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to approve the minutes of the March 8, 1994 regular
EDA meeting as corrected. Motion carried.
President Joselyn requested any necessary changes to the
March 22, 1994 Special Meeting minutes.
Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the March 22, 1994
Special EDA meeting as submitted. Motion Carried.
Anne Norris reviewed Paster Enterprises' request for
additional tax increment funds for entrance signs at the
Crystal Shopping Center. Mr. John Streeter and Mr. Edward
Paster of Paster Enterprises were present to review their
request with the EDA. Commissioner Langsdorf commented she
liked the sign design and liked the improvements at the
shopping center; however, she does not feel that signs are
an appropriate use of tax increment funds. Edward Paster
commented that signage was not included in the original
development agreement for the Crystal Shopping Center
improvements, due only to an oversight. The intent was that
the signs were to be included in the original project scope.
Commissioner Meintsma commented that he was in favor of
approving this request.
Motioned by Commissioner Meintsma, seconded by President
Joselyn to amend the development agreement to allow shopping
center entrance signs to be paid for with tax increment
funds.
Roll Call vote: Commissioner Langsdorf, No; Commissioner
Grimes, No; Commissioner Meintsma, Yes; President Joselyn,
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Yes; Commissioner Krueger, No; Commissioner Herbes, No;
MOTION FAILED.
The EDA considered a request from the Morey's at 5647
Hampshire Avenue North to acquire their property, as it is
adjacent to the northeast corner redevelopment area.
Commissioner Krueger stated that any acquisition of property
is premature, pending possible expansion of the
redevelopment area. The Commission agreed that the Morey's
request is premature as the EDA Advisory Commission has been
asked to consider expanding the area available for
redevelopment at the northeast corner of West Broadway and
Bass Lake Road. The Morey's attorney, Mr. Gordon Jenson
asked that the Morey's be advised of any future discussion
of that area.
The EDA considered an application for Minnesota City
Participation Program funds for first time home buyers
through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.
Motioned by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to authorize the submittal of the application packet
to the MHFA for an allotment for Crystal in the Minnesota
City Participation Program.
Mr. Bill Bartram, owner of Chalet Liquors, appeared before
the EDA to comment on the EDA's recent action to pursue
condemnation of leasehold interests at Anthony Shopping
Center. Mr. Bartram feels this was an inappropriate action
for the EDA because he has had limited discussion with Super
Valu and feels Super Valu has made insufficient efforts to
negotiate with him regarding his leasehold interests.
City Attorney Kennedy noted that the condemnation does not
preclude further negotiation with the tenants at the Anthony
Shopping Center. Mr. Bartram asked the EDA to reconsider
their resolution authorizing condemnation, or direct the
attorney to delay filing condemnation documents. City
Attorney Kennedy offered to have the EDA not file documents
for two weeks to allow additional time for negotiation;
however, the City will proceed with fulfilling its
obligations as outlined in the development agreement. If
the 14 day delay is not possible, the condemnation papers
will be filed and the President of the EDA and the City
Manager will be notified so the City Council, EDA and Mr.
Bartram can be notified.
The EDA discussed a request to add the property at 6800 -
56th Avenue No. to the development agreement for
redevelopment of the northeast corner of Bass Lake Road and
West Broadway.
Motion by Commissioner Grimes, seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to refer the inclusion of 6800 - 56th Avenue No. in
the northeast corner redevelopment area, to the EDA Advisory
Commission for their review and discussion. Motion Carried.
Motioned by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by
Commissioner Langsdorf to adjourn the regular meeting of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion Carried.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
MAY 3, 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:00 p.m.
Upon call of roll, the following members were present: Betty
Herbes, David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Pauline Lansdorf and Gary
Joselyn.
The following members were absent: Tom Krueger and Peter
Meintsma.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director, David Kennedy, City Attorney, Anne Norris,
Community Development Director, and Economic Development
Consultant Jim Casserly of Casserly Molzahn & Associates.
President Joselyn requested any necessary changes to the April 5,
1994 regular meeting minutes.
Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commission
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the April 5, 1994 regular EDA
meeting as submitted. Motion carried.
The EDA considered Ray Perry's offer to sell his property at 6316
- 6322 56th Avenue No., to the EDA. Mr. Perry commented that he
feels there is inadequate parking for the businesses on 56th
Avenue and this is contributing to problems with vacancy and
turnover in that area. The EDA asked that the EDA Advisory
Commission review this matter. The EDA also asked staff to look
into the number of parking spaces currently provided for the
commercial buildings on 56th Avenue and the need for such
parking. The EDA also asked staff to come up with possible
alternatives for addressing the need for additional parking
rather than acquiring the property from Mr. Perry.
The EDA considered three proposals for demolition for the
buildings at 5237 Douglas Drive and 3505 Zane Avenue No.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner Grimes
to adopt Resolution 94-6, accepting demolition proposals for 5237
Douglas Drive and 3505 Zane Avenue No. and accepting the
demolition proposal from Sauter & Sons, Inc. to complete the
demolition. Motion carried.
The EDA considered amending the development agreement with David
Johnson for redevelopment of the northwest corner of Bass Lake
Rd. and County Rd. 81 to accommodate the slightly smaller
development proposal for the site. The amount of assistance to
be provided will remain the same but the structure may vary
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slightly to better accommodate Mr. Johnson's needs. Mr. Casserly
reviewed the two options for amending the development agreement.
Option #1: Revenue note in which the developer takes on the
entire risk for the redevelopment project, would remain at
$173,000.00. Because of the smaller project, it would take
longer to reach $173,000 and the note would be extended to 11
years.
Option #2: Mr. Johnson would receive assistance up front to
reimburse him for acquisition and demolition costs. This
assistance would be approximately $127,500.00.
Mr. Casserly noted that the net effect to the City would be the
same for both options. In Option #1, the City can pay the
assistance over time and in Option #2, the City has to come up
with the funds immediately.
Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Anderson to direct staff to amend the agreement as outlined in
Items #1-#3 in Mr. Casserly's May 3 memo, and either Option #1,
the revenue note extended to 11 years or Option #2, a cash
payment of $127,500.00, depending upon which option is selected
by Mr. Johnson. Motion Carried.
The EDA discussed working with Habitat for Humanity to provide
home ownership opportunities for low income persons using the
CDBG Scattered Site Acquisition Program. The EDA discussed
participating in this program by offering one site to Habitat for —
Humanity per year.
Motion by Commissioner Grimes and Seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to direct staff to work with Habitat for Humanity to
offer one site per year through the CDBG Scattered Site
Acquisition Program. Motion Carried.
There was no other business at the regular meeting.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Anderson to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:30
p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
JUNE 7, 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:00 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger,
David Anderson, and Betty Herbes. The following member was
absent: Pauline Langsdorf.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Bob Long, City Attorney; Anne Norris,
Community Development Director; and Steve Peaslee, Planner.
Motion by Commisioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to approve the minutes of the May 3, 1994 regular EDA
meeting as submitted. Motion carried.
The EDA reviewed the property at Wilshire Boulevard and
County Road 81 with respect to redevelopment opportunities.
The EDA noted this area is a priority of the EDA for
redevelopment. Motion by Commissioner Grimes, seconded by
Commissioner Herbes to pursue preliminary analysis of the
feasibility of acquiring property for the purpose of
redevelopment of the Wilshire Blvd./CR 81 area.
Motion carried.
The EDA requested that the EDA Advisory Commission be
informed of this matter.
The EDA considered acquisition of the property at 6812 44th
Avenue North through the CDBG scattered site acquisition
program. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma, seconded by
Commissioner Krueger to authorize the acquisition of the
property at 6812 44th Avenue North using CDGB funds.
Motion carried.
The EDA reviewed the city tour on May 26. The EDA felt the
tour was well worth their time and requested that it be an
annual event. The EDA also suggested that opportunities be
provided for getting out and looking at sites to allow for
more in-depth review of some specific issues at particular
sites.
The EDA discussed a resolution confirming its March 22, 1994
action authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire
leasehold interests at Anthony Shopping Center. Motion by
Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to
adopt Resolution 94-7 confirming the authorization to use
eminent domain to acquire leasehold interests at Anthony
Shopping Center. Motion carried.
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Mr. Peaslee was introduced and welcomed to the EDA. Mr.
Dulgar introduced Mr. Long from the law firm of Holmes and
Graven who is attending in Mr. Kennedy's place.
Motion by Commisioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
6:15 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
JULY 5, 1994
Vice President Grimes called the regular meeting of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at
6:00 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, David Anderson, Tom Krueger,
and Betty Herbes (arrived 6:06 p.m.).
The following members were absent: Gary Joselyn and Pauline
Langsdorf.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, Attorney; Jim Casserly,
Economic Development Consultant; Steve Peaslee, Planner; and
Anne Norris, Community Development Director.
Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve the minutes of the June 7, 1994 regular
EDA meeting as submitted.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered the acquisition of 54� Welcome
Avenue through the CDBG Scattered Site Program, and
discussed plans for redevelopment of scattered sites in
general. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma, seconded by
Commissioner Anderson to authorize the acquisition of 5432-"b
Welcome Avenue using CDBG funds.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered the acquisition of 3033 Kentucky Avenue
using the HOME funds available through Hennepin County and
the Northwest Community Revitalization Corporation (CHDO).
Motion by Commissioner Herbes, seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to authorize acquisition of the property at 3033
Kentucky Avenue for rehabilitation, using funds from the
HOME Program and proceeds from the sale of the house.
Motion carried.
The Commission reviewed the financial analysis of possible
redevelopment of the CR 81 and Wilshire Blvd. area. The EDA
requested that additional analysis be done to determine
whether it is feasible to include the other property owned
by Hartinger and also the apartments on Bass Lake Road. The
EDA also asked that staff check with developers to determine
whether a market exists for that site. Motion by
Commissioner Herbes, seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to
ask staff to proceed with additional analysis of the site
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pursue redevelopment of this site.
Motion carried.
The EDA reviewed the City video completed as one of the
requirements for the Star City Program. The EDA requested
that Heidi Zimmer, Community Development Intern, and
Northwest Cable be thanked for all their efforts in
producing the video.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Anderson to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
6:40 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
AUGUST 1, 1994
Vice President Grimes called the regular meeting of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at
6:32 P.M.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Pauline Langsdorf, Garry Grimes, David Anderson, Tom Krueger
and Peter Meintsma.
The following members were absent: Gary Joselyn
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, Attorney; Steve Peaslee,
Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Anderson to approve the minutes of July 5, 1994, regular EDA
meeting as submitted.
Motion Carried.
The EDA considered the Third Party Agreement between the
City of Crystal and the Crystal EDA for the CDBG Scattered
Site Acquisition Program.
Motion by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by
Commissioner Krueger to authorize execution of the Third
Party Agreement with the City of Crystal for CDBG funds for
the Scattered Site Acquisition Program.
Motion Carried.
Mr. Peaslee reviewed Richfield's model for buyer -builder
teams for redevelopment projects. This model reduces the
City's up -front risks and expenses. Mr. Peaslee intends to
use this model in Crystal for the redevelopment of the 3505
Zane property. He hopes to have proposals for the EDA's
approval at its September meeting. The EDA discussed the
Richfield model and agreed it made sense as it allows the
EDA to achieve many of its objectives.
The EDA considered a proposed settlement with the Fortune
House Restaurant regarding its leasehold interest in the
Anthony Shopping Center.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes to approve the settlement to
the Fortune House Restaurant. Due to the lack of a second,
the motion died.
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The attorney and Ms. Norris reviewed the proposed settlement
document and outlined the major changes: it is $10,000 less
than Fortune House had originally asked for; and the closing
date has been changed August 3.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve the settlement for the Fortune House
Restaurant and authorize the Executive Director to sign the
Settlement Stipulation Agreement.
Motion Carried.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
6:54 P.M.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
AUGUST 16, 1994
President Joselyn called a special meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 8:30 PM.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Betty Herbes, Tom Krueger, David Anderson, Gary Joselyn,
Peter Meintsma, Garry Grimes and Pauline Langsdorf.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, Attorney; Darlene George,
City Clerk; Jim Otto, Finance Director; and Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
The EDA considered the 1995 EDA budget and a special HRA
levy for redevelopment purposes.
Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to adopt Resolution 94-8 adopting a proposed budget
and certifying a proposed tax levy to the County Auditor.
Motion Carried.
The EDA considered the acquisition of the residential
property at 3557 Regent Avenue North, in part, to acquire an
easement necessary for the 36th Avenue project as part of
the Cub Foods Supervalu Redevelopment Project. Funds for
this acquisition would come from the CDBG Scattered Site
Acquisition Program as the property qualifies as a
substandard property.
Motion by Commissioner
Langsdorf to authorize
property at 3557 Regent
Motion by Commissioner
Meintsma to adjourn the
adjourned at 8:43 P.M.
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Motion Carried.
Herbes and seconded by Commissioner
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The September 1994 EDA meeting was cancelled due to lack of
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
OCTOBER 4, 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:30 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Gary Joselyn, Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma, Tom
Krueger, David Anderson, Betty Herbes and Garry Grimes.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
City Manager; Steven Bubul, Attorney; Steve Peaslee,
Planner; Anne Norris, Community Development Director; and
Jim Otto, Finance Director.
Also present were Ray Perry, Bob Bellos and Wayne
Degendorfer.
Motioned by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by
Commissioner Herbes to approve the minutes of the August 1,
1994 regular EDA meeting as submitted. Motion Carried.
Motioned by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve the minutes of the August 16, 1994
regular EDA meeting as submitted. Motion Carried.
Mr. Perry was present to review his concerns about parking
on Bass Lake Road. The EDA reviewed Mr. Monk's memo. Mr.
Perry suggested that the EDA consider buying residential
property rather than commercial to provide additional
parking. Commissioner Meintsma asked whether it's the
city's business to remind businesses and property owners of
the need to keep convenient parking for customers. The
Commission agreed that it would continue to look into the
issue and would report back to Mr. Perry.
The EDA discussed holding a work session to discuss
redevelopment and redevelopment priorities. Commissioner
Herbes asked that a list of projects currently in progress
be developed for that meeting. Commissioner Meintsma
suggested that the work session include the EDA, EDA
Advisory Commission and the Planning Commission. President
Joselyn requested that the meeting be scheduled under other
business.
Mr. Peaslee reviewed the proposed plat of Felix Addition.
The plat splits the existing property acquired at 3505 Zane
Ave. No. into two residential lots. Mr. Peaslee reviewed
the park dedication requirements and the EDA agreed that the
plat should be subject to the park dedications requirements.
The EDA scheduled a work session for November 9, 1994 at
7:00 p.m. to discuss general redevelopment issues in the
City.
Motioned by Commissioner Meintsma, seconded by Commissioner
Herbes to adjourn the meeting of the EDA. Motion Carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
NOVEMBER 1, 1994
President Joselyn called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:30 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following EDA members were present:
Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Garry Grimes, Tom Krueger, Betty
Herbes, Pauline Langsdorf and Dave Anderson (arrived at 6:35 p.m.)
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, Attorney; Steve Peaslee, Planner;
Jim Otto, Finance Director and Anne Norris, Community Development
Director.
Motion by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma
to approve the October 4, 1994 regular EDA meeting as submitted.
Motion carried.
Steve Peaslee reviewed information presented at the October 5 North
Metro Government Summit. The information reviewed included the
"— disparities between the north and south metro area regarding tax
capacities, number of assisted lunches in public schools, sewer
subsidy and road construction and transportation subsidies.
The EDA discussed the November 9, 1994 work session. The proposed
agenda will include a discussion of general redevelopment issues,
resources and priorities, a proposed housing replacement program
and at the request of the Advisory Commission, the role of the EDA
Advisory Commission. President Joselyn requested that a policy
statement adopted several years ago regarding the relationship
between the EDA and EDA Advisory Commission, be included with the
background information on this item.
The EDA received the one year action plan and five year economic
development plan prepared by the Advisory Commission as part of the
Star City designation process.
Motion. by Commissioner Herbes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma
to adjourn the meeting of the EDA. Motion Carried.
The meeting was
adjourned at
6:59
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At the direction of the President, the December 6, 1994,
meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority was
canceled.