1992 EDA Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
7 JANUARY 1992
President Moravec called the annual meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:03 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger,
Jr., Pauline Langsdorf, Pete Meintsma, and John Moravec.
There were no members were absent.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Julie Jones,
Community Development Coordinator; and Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
Since it was the first meeting of evening, President Moravec
requested everyone present to join him in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the flag.
Commissioner Langsdorf moved approval of the December 3,
1991 meeting minutes as written. Commissioner Irving
seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
President Moravec presented his annual report of the 1991
Crystal EDA activities to the Commissioners.
President Moravec noted that the January meeting is the
annual meeting of the Crystal EDA, when the election of
officers is to take place. He informed the Commissioners
that the offices up for election are: President, Vice -
President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The officers for 1991
were:
President - John Moravec
Vice -President - Elmer Carlson
Secretary - Garry Grimes
Treasurer - Pauline Langsdorf
President Moravec requested nominations to the office of
President. Commissioner Irving nominated Commissioner
Moravec to continue in the office of President. President
Moravec requested further nominations for the office of
President. There were no other nominations. Commissioner
Irving moved that nominations cease and that the
Administrative Secretary of the EDA cast all ballots for
John Moravec to continue as President. Commissioner Krueger
seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Commissioner Moravec was therefore re-elected President of
the Crystal EDA for 1992.
President Moravec then requested nominations for the office
of Vice -President. Commissioner Irving nominated
Commissioner Grimes for the office of Vice -President.
President Moravec requested further nominations for the
office of Vice -President. There were no other nominations.
Commissioner Irving moved that nominations cease and that
the Administrative Secretary of the EDA cast all ballots for
Garry Grimes as Vice -President. Commissioner Langsdorf
seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Commissioner Grimes was therefore elected Vice -President of
the Crystal EDA for 1992.
President Moravec then requested nominations for the office
of Secretary. Commissioner Irving nominated Commissioner
Langsdorf for the office of Secretary. President Moravec
requested further nominations for the office of Secretary.
There were no other nominations. Commissioner Irving moved
that nominations cease and requested that the Administrative
Secretary of the EDA cast all ballots for Pauline Langsdorf
as Secretary. Commissioner Grimes seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Commissioner Langsdorf was therefore elected Secretary of
the Crystal EDA for 1992.
President Moravec then requested nominations for the office
of Treasurer. Commissioner Langsdorf nominated Commissioner
Joselyn for the office of Treasurer. President Moravec
requested further nominations for the office of Treasurer.
There were no other nominations. Commissioner Langsdorf
moved that nominations cease and requested that the
Administrative Secretary of the EDA cast all ballots for
Gary Joselyn as Treasurer. Commissioner Krueger seconded
the motion.
Motion carried.
Commissioner Joselyn was therefore elected Treasurer of the
Crystal EDA for 1992.
The EDA then considered a proposal received for purchase of
land at 5109 50th Ave. N. The proposal received from
Michael Wilder did not meet the minimum property value
specifications, so staff recommended that the EDA
readvertise the lot for sale again, maintaining the
construction requirements to a minimum market value of
$80,000 excluding the land value. Commissioner Irving moved
to accept the proposal received by Michael Wilder, but after
further discussion, removed his motion from the table.
Ed Munn from EM Excavating appeared before the EDA,
requesting the EDA's consideration of allowing an existing
home to be moved onto the lot. Commissioner Meintsma
suggested that Mr. Munn meet with staff to discuss code
requirements and possibly make recommendations to be
considered at the next EDA meeting.
Commissioner Joselyn moved to reject the proposal received
from Michael Wilder to purchase property at 5109 50th Ave.
N. Commissioner Meintsma seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Staff was directed to place consideration of readvertising
the lot for sale at 5109 50th Ave. N. on the March EDA
agenda.
The next agenda item was consideration of purchasing
property at 3557 June Ave. N. Staff recommended that the
EDA authorize staff to proceed with the purchase of property
at 3557 June Ave. N. from the Veteran's Administration for
$22,000 as part of the CDBG Scattered Site Acquisition
Program. Julie Jones explained that the EDA would need to
meet the one-for-one replacement requirements on this
property since it has not been vacant for more than one
year, which could possibly be accomplished through the MHFA
Blighted Properties Program.
Commissioner Grimes moved to approve the execution of a
Purchase Agreement with the Veteran's Administration for the
price of $22,000 to purchase property at 3557 June Ave. N.
Commissioner Meintsma seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Julie Jones explained the EDA's opportunity to submit a
proposal for funding to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
through it's new Blighted Residential Property Acquisition
and Rehabilitation Program. Ms. Jones briefly explained the
program and staff's intent to apply for funds under a joint
arrangement with three other cities to possibly use a common
developer, relocation company, and mortgage lending
institution. She explained that the deadline to apply is
January 31, 1992, and in order for staff to submit a
proposal for funding, the EDA needed to designate a
neighborhood suitable for the program. Ms. Jones
recommended the area of Crystal east of Highway 100 as the
most suitable for this program.
Commissioner Langsdorf moved to approve EDA Resolution #92-
1, a Resolution Designating a Neighborhood for Application
in the Blighted Residential Property Acquisition and
Rehabilitation Program. Commissioner Irving seconded the
motion.
Motion carried.
Jerry Dulgar then updated the EDA on the status of the 36th
Ave. N./Hwy. 100 TIF Project. He explained that Super Valu
is considering a more aggressive development time schedule
and has met with the School District, where they indicated
that they will be submitting a third offer to purchase
Mielke Field to the School District.
There was no other business.
Commissioner Langsdorf moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Irving seconded the motion. The meeting
adjourned at 6:51 p.m. 9
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
4 FEBRUARY 1992
President Moravec called the regular 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:
Tom Krueger, Garry Grimes, Gary Joselyn, Pauline Langsdorf,
Peter Meintsma, and John Moravec.
The following members were absent: John T. Irving.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Julie Jones,
Community Development Coordinator; and Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
Since it was the first meeting of evening, President Moravec
requested everyone present to join him in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the flag.
President Moravec noted a correction to paragraph 6 of page
2 where the word "nominated" should be "elected."
Commissioner Grimes moved approval of the January 7, 1992
meeting minutes as corrected. Commissioner Langsdorf
seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
President Moravec noted that staff has suggested that the
EDA change its 1992 meeting schedule to coincide with
changes approved by the City Council at their January 7
meeting. Commissioner Joselyn moved to change the March,
April, Oct., Nov., & Dec. EDA meeting dates to coincide with
changes to the City Council meeting schedule. Commissioner
Krueger seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Anne Norris then updated the EDA on the status of the 36th
Ave. N./Hwy. 100 TIF Project. She explained that Super Valu
presented their third and final offer to purchase Mielke
Field to the School District, which expired January 31, 1992
with no response. Super Valu is continuing to attempt to
receive a response from the School District.
Under other business, Commissioner Meintsma inquired about
the EDA's involvement in the renovation of the Crystal
Shopping Center and redevelopment of the NE quadrant of the
Bass Lake Road/West Broadway intersection. Staff explained
that each project would require joint EDA/Council approval.
President Moravec requested staff to present updated
information regarding HRA and EDA legal differences for the
next meeting so that the EDA may evaluate its effectiveness.
Commissioner Meintsma moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Joselyn seconded the motion. The meeting
adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
18 FEBRUARY 1992
Vice -President Grimes 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: Tom Krueger, Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary
Joselyn, Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma, and John Moravec
(arrived 6:40 p.m.).
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; and Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
Ms. Norris explained the proposed modifications to
Redevelopment Project No. 1. Commissioner Krueger expressed
concern over the possible project "Crystal Shopping Center"
on Page 7.
The EDA considered Resolution No. 92-2, a Resolution .
Authorizing Modification to Redevelopment Project #1 (Bass
Lake Road/Becker Park) TIF Project.
Commissioner Irving made a motion to adopt Resolution No.
92-2, a Resolution Approving an Amended Redevelopment
Project Plan for the Bass Lake Road/Becker Park
Redevelopment Area. Commissioner Langsdorf seconded the
motion.
After further discussion Commissioner Krueger made a motion
to amend the Plan to delete the line item "Crystal Shopping
Center $200,000" and add $200,000 to "Streetscape
Improvements" on page 7 of the TIF document. Commissioner
Irving seconded the motion.
There was no other business.
Commissioner
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Irving seconded
6:59 p.m.
Both motions carried.
to adjourn the meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
2 MARCH 1992
President Moravec called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:03 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn (arrived 6:27
p.m.), Tom Krueger, Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma, and
John Moravec.
No members were absent.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Julie Jones,
Community Development Coordinator; and Anne Norris,
Community Development Director.
Commissioner Grimes noted an amendment to the February 18,
1992 meeting minutes, where it should have stated that Vice -
President Grimes called the meeting to order. Commissioner
Grimes moved approval of the February 4, 1992 regular
meeting minutes and the February 18, 1992 special meeting
minutes as corrected. Commissioner Meintsma seconded the
motion. Commissioner Irving noted that the February 4
meeting minutes should reflect that he was absent. The
amendment to the motion was accepted.
Motion carried.
The EDA members then considered readvertising for sale the
lot at 5109 50th Ave. N. Staff recommended that the minimum
sale price of the lot remain as previously advertised at
$22,000. However, staff recommended that the minimum market
value of a newly constructed home requirement be reduced
from $80,000, including the land value, to $63,000, not
including the land value. Commissioner Langsdorf moved to
direct staff to proceed advertising the lot for sale,
stipulating the minimum market value of the home at $63,000,
excluding the land value. Commissioner Grimes seconded the
motion. Discussion followed. Commissioner Langsdorf
withdrew her motion. Commissioner Irving moved to direct
staff to research the market value of the lot based on
various square footage options of a new home. Commissioner
Meintsma seconded the motion. Discussion followed.
Commissioner Joselyn arrived at the meeting at 6:27 p.m.
Motion carried.
Staff then recommended that the EDA consider applying for
funds for first-time homebuyers mortgages in the Minnesota
City Participation Program, recently announced by the MHFA.
Staff explained that the City would need to deposit 1% of
the amount requested for funding, which would be refunded to
the City upon the implementation of the program. Staff
recommended that the EDA apply for $1,000,000 in first-time
homebuyer funds, which would require a $10,000 deposit.
Commissioner Grimes moved to direct staff to complete an
application for the Minnesota City Participation Program for
the EDA's consideration at their April meeting.
Commissioner Meintsma seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Staff announced that the public hearing for allocation of
Year XVIII (1992) CDBG funds is going to be scheduled for
March 17. Since the EDA would not have another regularly
scheduled meeting prior to the public hearing, staff felt
that it would be appropriate for the EDA to discuss those
options now to allow staff adequate time to investigate
necessary background information for the public hearing.
Discussion regarding funding the Adventure Club program
followed. Commissioner Krueger moved to recommend that the
City Council consider funding the Adventure Club program,
directing staff to deduct funding from the Scattered Site
Acquisition funding category as needed.
Commissioner Irving seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Jerry Dulgar reported that the Crystal EDA's application for
MHFA Blighted Properties Program funds was not accepted for
funding.
Jerry Dulgar then updated the EDA on the status of the 36th
Ave. N./Hwy. 100 TIF Project. Mr. Dulgar explained that the
School District has not yet acted on the final offer from
Super Valu to purchase Mielke Field.
President Moravec then explained that he had requested
information regarding EDA/HRA differences for the meeting
packets for the benefit of new members of the Authority.
Brief discussion followed.
Anne Norris explained that a Development Agreement with
Paster Enterprises regarding the dedication of tax increment
funds to the parking lot redevelopment project at the
Crystal Shopping Center has been removed from the agenda
since an Agreement was not yet available for the EDA's
consideration. She explained that it may be necessary for
the EDA to schedule a special meeting after the March 17
City Council meeting to approve the Agreement, which is
tentatively scheduled for consideration at the March 17 City
Council meeting. Discussion followed.
There was no other business.
Commissioner Irving moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Langsdorf seconded the motion.- The meeting
adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
6 APRIL 1992
Vice -President Grimes called the regular meeting of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at
6:07 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were
present: Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn, and
Peter Meintsma.
The following members were absent: Tom Krueger, Pauline
Langsdorf, and John Moravec.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; John Dean, City Attorney; Julie Jones, Community
Development Coordinator; Anne Norris, Community Development
Director.
Since it was the first meeting of the evening, Vice -
President Grimes requested everyone to join him in the
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Vice -President Grimes noted a needed correction to
-- conflicting arrival times of Commissioner Joselyn on Page 1
of the March 2 minutes. Commissioner Joselyn moved approval
of the March 2, 1992 meeting minutes as amended.
Commissioner Irving seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
The Commission continued discussion regarding readvertising
the lot for sale at 5109 50th Ave. N. Staff recommended
that the EDA readvertise the lot for sale, setting a minimum
lot price of $22,000 and minimum building value (not
including lot value) of $63,000. After further discussion,
Commissioner Irving moved to direct staff to readvertise the
lot for sale, establishing the minimum lot value at $22,000
and minimum property value of land and buildings at $85,000.
Commissioner Meintsma seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
The EDA then reviewed and considered the application for
Minnesota City Participation Program (MOPP) funds. Staff
recommended that the EDA consider requesting the maximum $4
million in funding since MHFA will likely cut back every
cities requested funding amount. Commissioner Irving moved
to direct staff to submit the application for MCPP funds to
MHFA, amending the requested funding level to $4 million.
Commissioner Meintsma seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
Staff recommended that the EDA solicit demolition bids for
3557 June Ave. N. Commissioner Joselyn moved to direct
staff to solicit demolition bids for removal of the house
and garage at 3557 June Ave. N. Commissioner Meintsma
seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
The EDA considered an offer to purchase a portion of the lot
at 4307 Xenia Ave. N. from Jerry Pals, 4301 Xenia Ave. N.
for $1.50/sq. ft. Staff reported that the EDA had offered
to sell the property for $1.83/sq. ft., which would cover
the acquisition and replatting costs of the lot. Accepting
the $1.50/sq, ft. purchase price, would mean the EDA would
need to cover the payback expense of an additional $2,224 to
HUD out of City funds. Since there was debate about an
appropriate sale price for the property, staff suggested
that the EDA could completely cover the HUD repayment
obligations through a purchase price of $1.73/sq. ft.
Commissioner Meintsma moved to direct staff to offer Mr.
Pals a price of $1.70/sq. ft. as a compromise sale price.
Commissioner Irving seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris reported that there is no new activity in the
status of the 36th Ave./Hwy. 100 TIF Project.
There was no other business.
Commissioner Irving moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Joselyn seconded the motion. The meeting
adjourned at 6:27 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
- OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
5 MAY 1992
President Moravec called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:01 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger,
Pauline Langsdorf (arrived 6:05 p.m.), and John Moravec.
The following members were absent: Peter Meintsma.
Staff members in attendance were: Jerry Dulgar, Executive
Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney (arrived 6:12 p.m.);
Anne Norris, Community Development Director; and Julie
Jones, Community Development Coordinator.
Commissioner Grimes
meeting minutes as
Commissioner Irvin
moved approval of the April 6, 1992
written.
Irving
seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
The Commission considered the bid received from Michael C.
Wilder to purchase the lot at 5109 50th Ave. N. for a
purchase price of $22,000. Commissioner Grimes moved to
approve Res. No. 92-3, a Resolution Approving Bid for
Purchase of 5109 50th Ave. N. from Michael C. Wilder.
Commissioner Krueger seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
Julie Jones, Community Development Coordinator, reported
that the Crystal EDA has been approved for a $2,187,157
allotment of first-time homebuyer mortgage funds through the
Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP). She reported
that since the application deadline, MHFA has decided to
charge cities a processing fee of $100 for every $500,000 in
mortgage funds allocated to cities. The Crystal EDA,
therefore, needs to pay a processing fee of $400 to MHFA.
The original deposit check of $40,000 submitted with the
application she explained, had been returned to the City,
and a new deposit for 1% of the new allotment amount need to
be submitted to MHFA by May 11. She reported that in order
to participate in the program, the EDA also must authorize
execution of the program Application-Committment Agreement
and the Allotment Agreement, provided to the EDA members for
their review.
Commissioner Pauline Langsdorf arrived at 6:05 p.m.
Commissioner Grimes moved to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-
4, a Resolution Authorizing Execution of the MCPP Program
Application-Committment Agreement and Allotment Agreement.
Commissioner Krueger seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
City Attorney Dave Kennedy arrived at 6:12 p.m.
The Commission considered five bids received for demolition
of buildings at 3557 June Ave. N. Commissioner Irving moved
to approve the lowest bid from Sauter & Sons, Inc. to
demolish buildings at 3557 June Ave. N. through approval of
EDA Resolution No. 92-5. Commissioner Langsdorf seconded
the motion.
Motion Carried.
The EDA continued discussion regarding replatting the lot at
4307 Xenia Ave. N. Julie Jones explained that one adjoining
homeowner is unemployed and currently is unable to purchase
part of the lot at 4307 Xenia Ave. N. as planned. The other
adjoining homeowner, she explained, had indicated that he
would possibly be willing to purchase the entire section of
the lot that the EDA wishes to sell, but had not submitted a
written offer, as suggested. Staff then recommended that no
action be taken towards replatting the property at this
time. Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director, warned that it
could be dangerous for the EDA to allow Mr. Pals to purchase
both sections of the lot at 4307 Xenia Ave. N. since a
dispute between him and the other adjoining neighbor could
result during later resale.
Commissioner Irving moved to table the item until a proposal
to purchase is received by the EDA.
Commissioner Joselyn seconded the motion.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris gave a brief update on the status of the 36th
Ave./Hwy. 100 TIF Project, explaining that Pat Groepper,
from Super Valu was expected to appear before the School
Board at their May 4 meeting, but staff was unable to reach
Ms. Groepper for a report on the results of the meeting.
Pauline Langsdorf reminded commissioners of information in
the City Council packets from the City Engineer regarding
delays in redesign decisions for the widening of Hwy. 100.
The EDA scheduled a special meeting to consider the
Development Agreement with Paster Enterprises for May 19 at
9:00 P.M.
Under other business Commissioner Grimes questioned why the
EDA no longer says the pledge of allegiance at the beginning
of the EDA meetings. After discussing their options, it was
suggested that the President, Executive Director, and Mayor
meet to reach a recommendation for consideration by the EDA
at the next meeting.
MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
2 JUNE 1992
President Moravec 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, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger,
Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma and John Moravec. No
members were absent.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney (arrived at
6:11 p.m.); Anne Norris, Community Development Director and
Julie Jones, Community Development Coordinator.
Moved by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to approve the May 5, 1992, meeting minutes as
written.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered authorizing staff to begin the
replatting of lots at 4307 Xenia Ave. N. and 5720 - 43rd
Ave. N. since Jerry Pals of 4301 Xenia had agreed to the
- EDA's reduced price of $1.70/sq. ft.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to authorize staff to begin the replatting of lots at
4307 Xenia Ave. N. and 5720 - 43rd Ave. N.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered a Crystal Border Designation Sig-
nage Program.
Moved by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to direct staff to proceed with Phase One of a Border
Designation Signage Program in the City of Crystal. It was
further recommended that staff attempt to obtain perspective
drawings of what an entrance monument sign at the Bass Lake
Road/CR 81 intersection could look like and possible funding
sources.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered the recommended application to the
Star City Program.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-6, authorizing
Crystal Economic Development Authority Advisory Commission
to serve as Steering Committee for Crystal's Participation
in the Star City Program.
Motion carried.
2 JUNE 1992 - Continued
The Commission considered confirmation of use of Tax Incre-
ment funds for professional services to be completed by
Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc. for a streetscape improvement
site plan.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to authorize the Hoisington Koegler Group to pro-
vide professional services for streetscape improvements.
Motion carried.
The Commission discussed redevelopment opportunities at the
NE quadrant of Bass Lake Road/West Broadway after Anne Nor-
ris explained that Mr. Ken Fischman, who owns three proper-
ties near the corner, is interested in selling the
properties to the EDA. Staff suggested that they be given
authorization to negotiate a counter offer with Mr. Fis-
chman. It was recommended that staff return to the next EDA
meeting with additional economic data and continue negotia-
tions with Mr. Fischman.
The Commission considered authorization to hire a consultant
to complete a planning study of Wilshire Blvd./CR 81 area.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to hire Hoisington Koegler Group to complete the
planning study in the County Road 81/Wilshire Boulevard area
at a cost of $18,200.
Motion carried.
Anne Norris provided a status report on the 36th Ave/Hwy 100
TIF Project
Under other business Commissioner Grimes inquired about
whether or not a decision had been reached regarding the
pledge of allegiance, but the Mayor, City Manager and EDA
President had not yet had a chance to meet to discuss the
matter.
Moved by
Irving to
7:00 p.m.
Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at
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Commissioner Irving moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Joselyn seconded the motion. The meeting
adjourned at 6:27 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
7 JULY 1992
President Moravec called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:04 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Tom Krueger, Pauline Langs-
dorf, Peter Meintsma, and John Moravec.
The following member was absent: Gary Joselyn.
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.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to approve the June 2, 1992, meeting minutes as
written.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered Resolution No. 92-7, a Resolution
Authorizing Sale of a 25' x 96.75' section of 4307 Xenia
Ave. N. to Jerry L. Pals.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to authorize staff to approve EDA Resolution No.
92-7, which would authorize the President and Executive
Director to execute a Purchase Agreement with Mr. Pals.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered EDA Resolution No. 92-8, a Resolu-
tion Authorizing the St. Louis Park HRA to administer Rental
Assistance for Family Stabilization Program within the City
of Crystal.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-8, which autho-
rizes the St. Louis Park HRA to administer the Rental Assis-
tance for Family Stabilization Program on behalf of the City
of Crystal.
Motion Carried.
The Commission considered authorization to execute a Devel-
opment Agreement with Crystal Shopping Center Associates
pertaining to the joint project with Paster Enterprises for
the reconstruction of the Crystal Shopping Center parking
lot.
7 July 1992 - Continued
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-9, approving execu-
tion of a Development Agreement with Crystal Shopping Center
Associates contingent on approved by the City Council.
Motion Carried.
Staff explained recent action taken to pursue redevelopment
opportunities at the northeast quadrant of Bass Lake
Road/West Broadway intersection. No action was taken.
The Commission considered a request from Paster Enterprises
for an extension to the Negotiation Agreement pertaining to
the West Broadway/Bass Lake Road northeast quadrant project.
EDA Resolution No. 92-10, a Resolution Approving a Second
Amendment to the Negotiation Agreement was considered.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-10, which autho-
rized execution of the second amendment by EDA officials.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Irving at 6:50 p.m. to adjourn the EDA meeting for purposes
of convening the City Council meeting with the intent to
reconvene the EDA meeting after completion of the City Coun-
cil meeting.
Motion Carried.
President Moravec reconvened the EDA meeting at 10:55 p.m.
The Commission considered a recommendation from the EDA
Advisory Commission to direct staff to restudy design possi-
bilities for a truck access extension of Wilshire Blvd. from
County Road 81 to the West Broadway area. Staff recommended
that the EDA reconsider the issue after completion of the
Wilshire Blvd. Planning Study by the Hoisington Koegler
Group.
Moved by Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to
continue this matter until the County Road 81/Planning Study
is complete.
Motion Carried.
The Commission considered the possibility of using Tax
Increment proceeds in the CR 81/Wilshire Blvd. intersection
project for the purpose of retaining an environmental con-
sultant to determine soil/sub-surface contamination problems
at the Bill's Economy Glass site.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to authorize use of Tax Increment proceeds for com-
pletion of Phase II site investigation work in the CR
81/Wilshire Blvd. intersection project.
Motion Carried.
7 July 1992 - Continued
Anne Norris provided updated information on the status of
the 36th Ave. N./Hwy. 100 TIF project.
Under other business, Commissioner Grimes asked about the
status of the Pledge of Allegiance at the EDA meetings.
Executive Director Dulgar commented that the Mayor and EDA
President agreed the Pledge should only be said one time
each evening, but whether it is at the EDA or Council meet-
ing is yet to be decided.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m.
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Motion Carried.
MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
1 SEPTEMBER 1992
President Moravec called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:03 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present:
Garry Grimes, John T. Irving, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger
(arrived at 6:10 p.m.), Pauline Langsdorf, Peter Meintsma
and John Moravec.
No members were absent.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director (arrived at 6:05 p.m.); Dave Kennedy,
City Attorney (arrived at 6:06 p. m.; Anne Norris, Community
Development Director; and Julie Jones, Community Development
Coordinator.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Joselyn to approve the July 7, 1992, meeting minutes as
written.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered Resolution No. 92-11, a Resolution
Authorizing Sale of Real Property at 4307 Xenia Ave. N. to
Scott and Cynthia Keppel.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to approve Resolution No. 92-11 authorizing staff
to proceed with the sale of the northern 20.5' section of
4307 Xenia Ave. N. and authorizing the President and Execu-
tive Director to execute a Purchase Agreement with Mr. and
Mrs. Keppel.
Motion carried.
The Commission members considered redevelopment opportuni-
ties at the northeast quadrant of the Bass Lake Road/West
Broadway intersection. Anne Norris explained that staff is
meeting with the TIF financial consultant in the near future
to discuss possible financing options for redevelopment of
the Bass Lake Road/West Broadway intersection. Ms. Norris
explained that staff will then be presenting any financial
options to Paster Enterprises.
Anne Norris provided updated information on the status of
the 36th Ave. N./Hwy 100 TIF Project. The Commissioners
were given a chronology of events related to the project
that had been prepared by staff.
1 September 1992 - Continued
Under other business, Julie Jones requested the EDA to con-
sider approval of a Third Party Agreement between the City
Council and Crystal EDA to administer two CDBG programs:
the Scattered Site Acquisition Program and the Home Improve-
ment Deferred Loan Program.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to authorize the President and Executive Director to
execute the Third Party Agreement.
Motion carried.
Julie Jones also announced that over one-half million dol-
lars of Crystal's $2.2 million Minnesota City Participation
Program has been used. Continued advertisement of the pro-
gram was discussed.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
5 OCTOBER 1992
President Moravec 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, John T. Irving, Tom Krueger, Pauline Langs-
dorf, Peter Meintsma and John Moravec.
The following members were absent: Gary Joselyn.
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne Nor-
ris, Community Development Director and Julie Jones, Commu-
nity Development Coordinator.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to approve the September 1, 1992, meeting minutes as
written.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered authorization to use TIF funds
from Tax Increment District No. 1 for storm sewer
improvements.
Moved by Commissioner Krueger
Grimes to authorize use of up
Tax Increment District No. 1
and seconded by Commissioner
to $650,000 in TIF funds from
for storm sewer improvements.
Motion carried.
The Commission considered advertising lot at 5720 - 43rd
Ave. N. for sale.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to authorize staff to advertise lot at 5720 - 43rd
Ave. N. for sale at a minimum price of $20,000.
Motion carried.
Anne Norris provided a brief chronology of attempts to rede-
velop Mielke Field in the 36th Ave. N./Hwy 100 TIF Project.
Pat Groeper, Super Valu, appeared before the Commission to
discuss Super Valu's attempts to date to acquire Mielke
Field for redevelopment. Ms. Groeper informed the EDA that
Super Valu would like the EDA to proceed with comdemnation
of Mielke Field so that they can open a new retail store in
October 1993. The Development Agreement requirements of the
EDA proceeding with condemnation were reviewed. Commis-
sioner Meintsma requested a written summary from the City
Attorney of the history of the project and the steps in con-
demnation proceedings. It was suggested that the Authority
will request Super Valu to make one more final offer to the
October 5, 1992 - Continued
School District since there are now new members on the
Board, however, the Authority first wants to review neces-
sary condemnation procedures.
There was no other business.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 6:39 p.m.
President
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
NOVEMBER 4, 1992
Vice President Grimes called the regular meeting of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at
6:06 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were
present: Garry Grimes, John T. Irving (arrived 6:07 P.M.),
Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Pauline Langsdorf (arrived 6:08
P.M.), Peter Meintsma, and John Moravec (arrived 6:07 P.M.).
The following members were absent: None
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Bill Monk, Public Works Director
(arrived 6:08 P.M.); Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; Anne
Norris, Community Development Director; and Julie Jones,
Community Development Coordinator.
Moved by Commission Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to approve the October 5, 1992, meeting minutes as
written. Motion Carried.
Item No. 4 on the agenda was postponed until later in the
agenda when the Public Works Director could be present.
The Commission members discussed the potential acquisition
of Mielke Field. The City Attorney provided a summary of
the procedures set forth in the contract for private
development between the EDA, the City and Super Valu
pertaining to the acquisition of Mielke Field. The
Commission agreed that they wanted Super Valu to make one
more offer to purchase Mielke Field to the School District
due to recent changes in membership on the School Board.
The Commission considered approval of a contract with the
Hoisington Koegler Group Inc., to provide project management
in preparation of contract documents for the Crystal
Shopping Center Redevelopment Improvement Project. Public
Works Director, Bill Monk, appeared to recommend that the
EDA hire Mark Koegler to manage the streetscape project.
Moved by Commissioner Moravec and seconded by Commissioner
Irving to authorize contract with Hoisington Koegler Group
Inc., to provide project management of the Crystal Shopping
Center Redevelopment Improvements. Motion Carried.
It was clarified that the contract cost would be covered by
tax increment funds.
Under Other Business, the Executive Director suggested that
the Commission members on the Highway 100 Reconstruction
Task Force meet sometime with the new MnDOT District Manager
to discuss the proposed highway improvements. Commissioner
Langsdorf also suggested that a meeting be arranged with
other neighboring city councilmembers to help expedite the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 6:21 P.M.
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MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
DECEMBER 8, 1992
President Moravec called the regular meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority to order at 6:05 P.M.
The following members were present: John Moravec, Pauline
Langsdorf, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, John
T. Irving, and Garry Grimes.
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.
Moved by Commissioner Langsdorf and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve the November 4 meeting minutes as
written. Motion carried.
Staff reported that no bids had been received at the
November 20 bid opening for the sale of the vacant lot at
5720 43rd Avenue North. Staff concluded that the minimum
bid price of $20,000 was probably too high and recommended
that the EDA wait until Spring to re -advertise the property
for sale at a lower minimum bid price.
Moved by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to delay readvertising the property for a minimum
amount of $19,000 in March, 1993. Motion carried.
Anne Norris reported on current negotiations between Super
Valu and the School District regarding the purchase of
Mielke Field. She reported that staff will be meeting with
Super Valu on December 16 to discuss the project. It was
noted that no action had been taken at the previous night's
School Board meeting.
Anne Norris reported on recommendations from the Planning
Commission and the EDA Advisory Commission regarding
redevelopment concept alternatives for the Wilshire Blvd./
CR 81 study area. She recommended that the Hoisington
Koegler group be directed to include all three alternatives
in the plan as possible options to future developers with
standards established for all options. Commissioners agreed
with staff's recommendations.
Julie Jones requested the EDA to consider purchase of a HUD
foreclosure at 5640 Quail Avenue North as part of the
Scattered Site Acquisition Program. She indicated that HUD
is prepared to sell the property to the EDA at a 10%
discount price of $32,400.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Grimes to authorize staff to negotiate purchase of a single
family home at 5640 Quail Avenue North under the Scattered
Site Acquisition Program for the price of $32,400. Those
members voting aye: Joselyn, Krueger, Grimes, Langsdorf,
Meintsma, Moravec. Those members voting nay: Irving.
Motion Carried.
Anne Norris reported that the EDA had received a request
from Paster Enterprises to extend the negotiation agreement
regarding the northeast corner of Bass Lake Road and West
Broadway for a period of 12 months. Staff recommended that
the EDA schedule a worksession to discuss the redevelopment
of the northeast corner.
John Streeter, Paster Enterprises, appeared to explain the
reasons for delays in completing a redevelopment plan for
the northeast corner of Bass Lake Road/West Broadway
intersection.
It was moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by
Commissioner Meintsma to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-12,
extending the Paster Enterprises Negotiation Agreement for
the time period of one year. Motion Carried.
Under other business, President Moravec reported on an
economic development seminar at the National League of
Cities Conference.
Dave Kennedy reported on the status of the Calibre Chase
senior apartment building bankruptcy. He explained that the
project has been sold to a division of Lange Nelson
Redevelopment Company. Since the new owner wants the bonds
to be refinanced by the end of the year, the City Council
and the EDA will need to approve this action in December.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to hold a special meeting of the EDA at 6:45 P.M.
on December 15 to take necessary action on the Calibre Chase
project. Motion Carried.
Moved by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner
Langsdorf to develop a letter of commendation to
Commissioner Irving for his years of service.
Motion Carried.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Joselyn to adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned by 6:55 P.M.
President
Secretary
MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
DECEMBER 15, 1992
President Moravec called the special meeting of the Crystal
Economic Development Authority to order at 6:48 P.M.
The following members were present: John Moravec, Pauline
Langsdorf, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, John
Irving and Garry Grimes.
Those following members were absent: None
Staff members in attendance were as follows: Jerry Dulgar,
Executive Director; Dave Kennedy, City Attorney; and Anne
Norris, Community Development Director.
The EDA considered an agreement with Calibre Chase Partners
Limited Partnership regarding refinancing bonds for the
Calibre Chase Apartment project.
Moved by Commissioner Irving, and seconded by Commissioner
Meintsma to approve EDA Resolution No. 92-13, a Resolution
Approving Agreement with Purchasers of Calibre Chase
Apartments. Motion Carried.
There was no other business.
Moved by Commissioner Irving and seconded by Commissioner
Krueger to adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 6:56 P.M.
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