2017 EDA Meeting MinutesMinutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Annual Meeting
January 3, 2017
Vice President Parsons called the annual organizational meeting of the Crystal Economic
Development Authority to order at 8:15 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director; and Troy Gilchrist, city Attorney.
City Clerk Chrissy Serres administered the oath of office to four newly elected or re-elected
commissioners: Julie Deshler, Nancy LaRoche, John Budziszewski and Jim Adams.
The EDA considered officers for 2017.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Budziszewski) to approve the Mayor's recommended slate of
officers for 2017: President Jeff Kolb, Vice President Elizabeth Dahl, Secretary Olga Parsons
and Treasurer Nancy. LaRoche.
Motion carried.
The EDA consideration the meeting calendar for 2017. There was discussion about regular
meetings versus special meetings. Staff and the City Attorney will prepare amended bylaws
including changes pertaining to this matter for EDA consideration in 2017.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (LaRoche) to approve the 2017 meeting calendar as
presented.
Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Dahl) to approve the minutes of the December 20, 2016,.
Special Meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA discussed a working group for opportunity areas as described in the meeting packet.
President Kolb asked Commissioners Deshler and LaRoche to join him on the working group
which will meet with staff and present the results of their discussion at a subsequent work
session.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to adjourn the annual meeting.
Motion carried.
The.meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
Jeff olb, President
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
March 7, 2017
President Kolb 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: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski, Julie
Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: John Sutter, Deputy Executive Director; Dan Olson,
City Planner; and Troy Gilchrist, city Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (LaRoche) to approve the minutes of the January 3, 2017
annual organizational meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing acquisition of surplus Hennepin County property
adjacent to Bottineau Blvd and 49th Avenue North. Mr. Olson summarized the staff report for
the board. The board discussed the proposal and asked questions of staff.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to adopt a resolution authorizing acquisition
of surplus Hennepin County property adjacent to Bottineau Blvd and 49th Avenue North.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing the sale of 5924 Elmhurst Avenue North. Mr.
Olson summarized the staff report for the board. The board discussed the proposal and asked
questions of staff. At 6:50 p.m., President Kolb opened the public hearing. There being no one
present to offer testimony, President Kolb closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (LaRoche) to adopt a resolution authorizing the, sale of
5924 Elmhurst Avenue North.
Motion carried.
In other business, President Kolb asked Mr. Sutter for information about a Hennepin County
home rehab project at 3133 Winnetka Avenue North.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.-
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
April 10, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:40p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: John Budziszewski, Julie Deshler,
Jeff Kolb and Nancy LaRoche.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, and Stephanie Revering, Police Chief.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to approve the minutes of the April 4, 2017 regular
meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered whether to close the meeting to discuss terms for the EDA's potential
purchase of 5900 56th Avenue North. No motion was made to close the meeting.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing the purchase of 5900 56th Avenue North. Mr.
Sutter made a presentation and answered questions from the board.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase
of 5900 56th Avenue North.
Motion carried with Commissioners
Budziszewski, Deshler and LaRoche
voting aye and President Kolb abstaining.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (LaRoche) to adjourn the meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
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Je olb, President
Motion carried.
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
April 26, 2017
President Kolb 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: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, and Stephanie Revering, Police Chief.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to approve the minutes of the April 10, 2017
special meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA discussed potential next steps for the 4-plex at 5900 56`h Avenue North. Mr. Sutter
made a presentation and answered questions from the board.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Parsons) to continue discussion of potential next steps for the
4-plex at 5900 56`
h Avenue North to a subsequent meeting and adjourn the current meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
May 16, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 8:22 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and Andrew Biggerstaff, City
Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (LaRoche) to approve the minutes of the April 26, 2017
special meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA discussed options for the 4-plex at 5900 56th Avenue North. Mr. Sutter made a
presentation and answered questions from the board.
Motion by Commissioner Adams to pursue Option 3 (make minimal tweaks and sell the
property). Motion died for lack of a second.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to pursue Option 1 (demolition of the building).
Motion failed.
Commissioners Adams, Dahl, Kolb and Parsons voting no.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Parsons) to pursue Option 2 (relocate tenants and pursue
partner for rehabilitation of building).
Motion carried.
Commissioners Budziszewski, Deshler and LaRoche voting no.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Dahl) to adjourn the special EDA meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
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Motion carried.
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
June 6, 2017
President Kolb 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: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Dan Olson, City Planner, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and
Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Parsons) to approve the minutes of the May 16, 2017 special
meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered proposals for new home construction on EDA lots at 5209 and 5201 49"
Avenue North and 5140 Lakeside Avenue North. Mr. Olson presented the proposals and
answered questions from the board.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Dahl) to tentatively accept the proposal from Novak -Fleck for
5209 49`
h
Avenue North.
Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Parsons) to tentatively accept the proposal from Tollberg
Homes for 5201 49`h Avenue North.
Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (LaRoche) to tentatively accept the proposal from Tollberg
Homes for 5140 Lakeside Avenue North.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered cancellation of the Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement with Joe
Meyer Homes for an EDA lot at 4724 Lakeland Avenue North. Mr. Olson presented a summary
and answered questions from the board.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to approve the cancellation the Purchase and
Redevelopment Agreement with Joe Meyer Homes for an EDA lot at 4724 Lakeland Avenue
North.
Motion carried.
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Mr. Sutter asked the EDA whether to continue to make options available on EDA lots. After
discussion, the consensus of the EDA was that it is no longer necessary to make options
available.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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Motion Carried
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
June 20, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:31 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl (6:37), Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Dan Olson, City Planner, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, Mark
Ray, Public Works Director, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to approve the minutes of the June 6, 2017 special
meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing the sale of 5209 49`h Avenue North to Novak -
Fleck for new home construction. Mr. Olson presented the proposal for EDA consideration.
President Kolb opened the public hearing. There being no one present to offer testimony,
President Kolb closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (LaRoche) to adopt the resolution authorizing the sale of
5209 491h Avenue North to Novak -Fleck for new home construction.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing the sale of 5201 49`h Avenue North to Tollberg
Homes for new home construction. Mr. Olson presented the proposal for EDA consideration.
President Kolb opened the public hearing. There being no one present to offer testimony,
President Kolb closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Budziszewski (Adams) to adopt the resolution authorizing the sale of
5201 49`h Avenue North to Tollberg Homes for new home construction.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution authorizing the sale of 5140 Lakeside Avenue North to
Tollberg Homes for new home construction. Mr. Olson presented the proposal for EDA
consideration.
President Kolb opened the public hearing. There being no one present to offer testimony,
President Kolb closed the public hearing.
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Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Adams) to adopt the resolution authorizing the sale of 5140
Lakeside Avenue North to Tollberg Homes for new home construction.
Motion carried.
Mr. Sutter presented a proposed new design for neighborhood identification signs and described
plans for implementation.
Mr. Sutter distributed materials related to a June 22 design workshop on the proposed streetscape
improvements along Bass Lake Road.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Adams) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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Olga P ons, Secretary
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Motion Carried
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
July 18, 2017
President Kolb called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:40 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Dan Olson, City Planner, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and
Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Adams) to approve the minutes of the June 20, 2017 special
meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a proposal from Novak -Fleck for new home construction at 4837 Lakeland
Avenue North. Mr. Olson presented the proposal for EDA consideration.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Dahl) to tentatively accept the proposal from Novak -Fleck for
4837 Lakeland Avenue North to be considered at a public hearing on August 15, 2017.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution amending the Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement for
5201 491h Avenue North to change the house plan. Mr. Olson presented the revised house plan
for EDA consideration.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Parsons) to adopt the resolution amending the Purchase and
Redevelopment Agreement for 5201 49 h Avenue North to change the house plan.
Motion carried.
Mr. Sutter presented a status update on the upcoming closure of the Housing Resource Center
and the alternatives being developed by staff for EDA consideration in the future.
Motion by Commissioner Parsons (Dahl) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
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Jef olb, President
Motion Carried
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
August 15, 2017
President Kolb called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:47 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: John Budziszewski, Elizabeth Dahl,
Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Parsons) to approve the minutes of the July 18, 2017 regular
meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA held a public hearing and considered a resolution authorizing the sale of 4837
Lakeland Avenue North to Novak -Fleck for new home construction. Mr. Sutter presented the
proposal for EDA consideration.
President Kolb opened the public hearing. There being no one present to offer testimony,
President Kolb closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Parsons (Deshler) to authorize the sale of 4837 Lakeland Avenue
North to Novak -Fleck for new home construction.
Motion carried.
There was no other business.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Budziszewski) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
September 5, 2017
President Kolb called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:45 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb and Nancy LaRoche.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Deshler) to approve the minutes of the August 15, 2017
regular meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution approving a proposed Housing and Redevelopment Authority
levy for 2018 in the amount of $277,200, unchanged from 2017.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Budziszewski) to adopt a resolution approving a proposed
Housing and Redevelopment Authority levy for 2018 in the amount of $277,200.
Motion carried.
Under other business, Mr. Sutter answered a question about a new house under construction at
5409 56th Avenue North.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Adams) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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Elizabeth Dahl, Vice President
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Motion Carried
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
September 19, 2017
President Kolb 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: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (Budziszewski) to approve the minutes of the August 15, 2017
regular meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution requesting a hold on the auction of tax forfeited property at
5203 Angeline Ave N.
Mr. Sutter presented the staff report and took questions from the Board.
Motion by Commissioner Adams (LaRoche) to recess the EDA meeting until after the City
Council meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA recessed at 7:01 p.m.
The EDA reconvened at 7:50 p.m. and continued consideration of a resolution requesting a hold
on the auction of tax forfeited property at 5203 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Adams) to not request a hold on the auction of tax forfeited
property at 5203 Angeline Avenue North.
Motion carried 6-1 with Commissioners Adams, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche and Parsons
voting aye and Commissioner Budziszewski voting nay.
Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
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Motion Carried
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Olga Parso , Secretary
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
October 3, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 8:04 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, Stephanie Revering, Police Chief, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Adams) to approve the minutes of the September 19, 2017
special meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered resolutions pertaining to EDA property at 5900 56th Avenue North:
A. Authorizing demolition of the existing building; or
B. Authorizing re -sale of the existing building.
Mr. Sutter presented the staff report and took questions from the Board.
President Kolb invited any interested persons in attendance to provide comment to the Board on
this matter. The following persons addressed the Board:
Tiffany Kovaleski, 5626 57th Avenue North
Brian Danner, 5624 Yates Avenue North
Brad Gall, 5810 56th Avenue North
Alberto Teran, 5642 Xenia Avenue North
Mike Jansson, 5629 Yates Avenue North
Kevin Anderson, 5648 Zane Avenue North
Russ Skovera, 5649 Yates Avenue North
Abby Cisneros, 5708 57th Avenue North
Following EDA discussion, motion by Commissioner Deshler (LaRoche) to adopt a resolution
authorizing Option A, demolition of the existing building at 5900 56th Avenue North.
Motion carried 5-2 with Commissioners Budziszewski, Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche and Parsons
voting aye and Commissioners Adams and Dahl voting nay.
Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Parsons) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m.
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Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Special Meeting
November 21, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 7:35 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski, Julie
Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Parsons (Deshler) to approve the minutes of the October 3,. 2017
regular meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered authorizing a contract with Center for Energy and the Environment for
administration of home improvement programs in 2018.
Mr. Sutter presented the staff report and took questions from the Board.
Following EDA discussion, motion by Commissioner Adams (Deshler) to authorize a contract
with Center for Energy and the Environment for administration of home improvement programs
in 2018, but without adding a deferred loan requirement to the Home Improvement Incentive
Rebate program.
Motion carried.
Under New Business, Mr. Sutter answered questions from the board about the status of 5717
West Broadway (former Thriftway) and 4800 561h Avenue North (former gas station).
Motion by Commissioner Parsons (Adams) to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
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Olga P rsons, Secretary
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Jeff I b, President
Motion Carried.
Minutes of the
Crystal Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting
December 5, 2017
President Kolb called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to
order at 6:48 p.m.
Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Jim Adams, John Budziszewski,
Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons.
The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter,
Deputy Executive Director, and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Adams) to approve the minutes of the November 21, 2017
special meeting.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered tentative acceptance of a proposal from Tollberg Homes to purchase the
EDA lot at 4724 Lakeland Avenue North.
Mr. Sutter presented the staff report and took questions from the Board.
Following EDA discussion, motion by Commissioner Deshler (Adams) to tentatively accept the
proposal from Tollberg Homes for the EDA lot at 4724 Lakeland Avenue North.
Motion carried.
The EDA considered a resolution adopting a 2018 budget and tax levy and requesting their
approval by the City Council.
Mr. Sutter summarized the staff report.
Motion by Commissioner Parsons (LaRoche) to adopt a resolution adopting a 2018 budget and
tax levy and requesting their approval by the City Council.
Motion carried.
There was no other business.
Motion by Commissioner Deshler (Dahl) to adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Motion Carried.
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