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2000 EDA Meeting MinutesMinutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Annual Meeting January 4, 2000 Commissioner Hoffmann called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon call of the role, the following members were present: Gary Joselyn, Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffmann, and David Anderson. The following staff members were present: Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Commissioner Hoffmann opened nominations for officers for the EDA for 2000. Commissioner Meintsma moved and Commissioner Krueger seconded nominations of the following: President: Mark Hoffmann Vice President: Ed Thonander Secretary: Tom Krueger Treasurer: David Anderson There were no further nominations. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the December 6, 1999, regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered revised By-laws to reflect the earlier meeting time. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to adopt the EDA By-laws as revised. Motion carried. The EDA considered the acquisition of 4833 Douglas Drive using Redevelopment Funds. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to proceed with acquisition of 4833 Douglas Drive. Motion carried. GAEDA\Edaminutes\2000\01-04-00min.doc. jb The EDA considered the acquisition of 4844 Zane Avenue North as a CDBG scattered site project. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adopt Resolution 92000-01 establishing the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchase of 4844 Zane Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA considered the acquisition of 3244 Hampshire Avenue North as a CDBG scattered site project. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adopt Resolution #2000-02 establishing the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchase of 3244 Hampshire Avenue North. The EDA received the 1999 Annual Report of Economic Development Authority activities. Sutter is preparing a report on the financial impact of the scattered site housing projects. The EDA considered rescheduling meetings to follow rescheduled Council meetings. Motion by Commissioner Meinstma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to reschedule EDA meetings as necessary to follow rescheduled Council meetings. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m. • cresident ATTEST: ATomrueger, Secretary G:\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\01-04-00min.doc.jb Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting February 15, 2000 Commissioner Hoffmann 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: Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffinann and David Anderson. Commissioner Joselyn was absent. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the January 4, 2000, regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered proposals for sale of 4509 Adair Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mike Avery of Avery Homes, Inc. and Tom Crowley and Joe Coltes of Novak -Fleck, Inc. appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept proposal put forth by Novak -Fleck for construction of a split-level home on said lot. Motion carried. The EDA considered proposals for sale of 4510 Brunswick Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mike Avery of Avery Homes, Inc. and Tom Crowley and Joe Coltes of Novak -Fleck, Inc. appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to accept proposal put forth by Avery Homes for construction of a two-story home on said lot and requesting that the developer report to staff concerning the feasibility of adding an additional two feet to the garage depth. Motion carried. The EDA considered proposals for sale of 6403 41s' Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Corrine Braun and Sheri Schuller of Key Land Homes, Tom Crowley and Joe Coltes of Novak -Fleck, Inc. and Robert Rausch and Deborah Gillis appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to accept the proposal put forth by Rausch/Gillis for construction of a walk -out rambler on said lot providing that the proposer revise the current house plan to reduce the east -facing elevation of the house while maintaining the overall finished square footage, and requiring that the driveway serving the rear of the structure be completed within one year of occupancy, all with the intent of subsequent review of the revised plan by the EDA before final approval of the sale. Motion carried. The EDA recessed at 7:00 p.m. until after the adjournment of the City Council meeting. The EDA resumed its special meeting at 8:15 p.m. The EDA considered the acquisition of 6730 44th Avenue North for demolition and lot sale. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to acquire said property for demolition and lot sale. Motion carried. The EDA considered the acquisition of 5204 Florida Avenue North for rehab. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to acquire said property for rehab, provided staff brings a rehab concept to the EDA for review prior to proceeding with the rehab work. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\021500min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting March 6, 2000 Commissioner Hoffmann 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: Dave Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the January 4, 2000, regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered the purchase of 3425 Lee Avenue North for rehab and resale. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to adopt Resolution No. 2000-4 to establish the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchcase of property located at 3425 Lee Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA considered builder license issues relating to a proposal to build a new house on a City -owned lot at 6403 41" Avenue North. Robert Rausch appeared before the EDA regarding the license issue. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to ratify the EDA's decision of February 15, 2000 to approve the proposal from Robert Rausch with the original conditions and also requiring that architectural plans be submitted to City staff for review by no later than March 29 with the intent that the EDA will review the plans at its meeting of April 4. Motion carried. The meeting recessed at 6:52 p.m. until after the adjournment of the City Council meeting. The EDA resumed its regular meeting at 9:00 p.m. and met in executive session to discuss pending litigation. The EDA returned from executive session at 9:35 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secret \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\030600mindoc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting March 21, 2000 Commissioner Hoffmann 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: Dave Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, and Ed Thonander. Commissioner Gary Joselyn was absent. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the March 6, 2000, regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered a request for approval of revisions to house plan for 3450 Yates Avenue North. Bruce Nedegaard appeared before the EDA regarding his request. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to deny the request from Nedegaard Construction Company and ratify that the requirements of the original contract were to be fulfilled, including the original house proposal. Motion carried. The EDA considered modifications to the tax increment plans in Development District No. 1 for Tax Increment Financing Districts Nos. 1 — 4. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adopt Resolution 2000-5 modifying the redevelopment plan for redevelopment project No. 1 to reflect increased project costs within redevelopment project No. 1 and modifying the tax increment financing plans for tax increment financing districts Nos. 1 — 4 to reflect increased project costs within redevelopment project No. 1. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM. Raj, MJrk Ilffmaf, President ATTEST: (: �/ -,, -� /- �/ g� , Tom Krueger, Secreta F:\G RO UPS\COMD E V LP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\03 2100m in.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting April 4, 2000 President Hoffmann 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: Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma, and Ed Thonander. Commissioner Dave Anderson was absent. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the March 21, 2000, special meeting as presented. Motion carried. Commissioner Anderson arrived and was counted as present. The EDA considered a request for approval of revised house plan for EDA lot at 6403 41" Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept the revised house plan and direct staff to proceed with closing on the sale of the lot to the builder. Motion carried. The EDA considered purchase of 7116 33`d Avenue North and the easterly 2 feet of 7200 33`d Avenue North for redevelopment as two single-family lots. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to authorize staff to purchase 7116 33`d Avenue North and the east 2 feet of 7200 33`d Avenue North for the purpose of redevelopment for construction of two new houses, all as described in the staff report and recommendation. Motion carried. The EDA considered the redevelopment potential of the City -owned lot at 6603 36`h Avenue North. __.. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to authorize staff to pursue redevelopment of 6603 36`h Avenue North for construction of a new single-family house and to include this lot in the next round of lot sales. Motion carried. The EDA received information items including the Quarterly Development Status Report, Anticipated Upcoming Lot Sales and List of Lots Redeveloped since mid-1998. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM. ATTEST: 0 Tom Krueger, Secretary E r Mark Hoffmann',*esident Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting April 18, 2000 President Hoffmann called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:32 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger and Ed Thonander. Commissioner Joselyn arrived at 6:35 p.m. and Commissioner Meintsma arrived at 6:39 p.m. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the April 4, 2000 regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered the sale of 5536 Regent Avenue North to the Greater Minneapolis Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMMHC) for rehab and addition of a second story. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to table consideration of the GMMHC proposal until staff researches and presents other options including a main floor addition. Motion carried. The EDA considered acquisition of 3408 Quail Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to authorize the acquisition of 3408 Quail Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM J Marr Hoffmann esident ATTEST: Tom�eger, Secreta Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting May 2, 2000 President Hoffmann 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: David Anderson, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger and Ed Thonander. Commissioners Garry Grimes, Gary Joselyn and Pete Meintsma arrived at 6:47 p.m. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director; Steve Bubul, Attorney; and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the April 18, 2000 special meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA considered refinements to the Request for Proposals process used to select developers to build new houses on EDA lots. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the Request for Proposals process and materials as described in the staff report. Motion carried. Commissioner Meintsma asked that staff research lot prices and report back to the EDA regarding the possibility of adjusting the target prices set by staff. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM MaYk Hoffmann, Resident ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting June 20, 2000 Commissioner Grimes called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:00 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger and David Anderson. President Hoffmann was absent. The following staff members were present: Angie Nalemy, Assistant City Manager; Daniel Greensweig, City Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2000, regular meeting as presented. Motion carried. The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for sale of 4844 Zane Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mike Avery of Avery Homes, Inc. and Tom Crowley of Novak -Fleck, Inc. appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept the proposal put forth by Novak -Fleck for construction of a two-story home on said lot with the condition listed in the staff report. Motion carried. The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for sale of 6730 44th Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Terry Avery of Avery Homes, Inc. and Joe Coltes of Novak -Fleck, Inc. appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to accept proposal put forth by Novak Fleck for construction of a two-story home on said lot with the condition listed in the staff report. Motion carried. The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for sale of 3244 Hampshire Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Terry Avery of Avery Homes, Inc., Tom Crowley of Novak -Fleck, Inc. and Diane Pouliot appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to accept the proposal put forth by Avery Homes, Inc. for construction of a two-story home on said lot. Motion carried. ' The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for sale of 6603 36th Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Joy Leibman provided the EDA with proposed modifications to the Kuckler Construction submittal on behalf of the developer. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to re- open the proposal process for construction of a single family house at 6603 36th Avenue North and that proposals be brought to the EDA for public hearing and action at its July 5 regular meeting. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. arry Gr' es, Pr sident Pro Tem ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretary \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\062000min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting July 5, 2000 Commissioner Grimes 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: Ed Thonander, Garry Grimes, Peter Meintsma, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger and David Anderson. President Hoffmann was absent. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2000, regular meeting, amended to indicate that Commissioner Grimes called the meeting to order in the absence of President Hoffmann. Motion carried. The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for the sale of 6603 36th Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to accept the proposal put forth by Kuckler Construction for construction of a rambler on said lot. Motion carried. The EDA opened the public hearing to consider proposals for the sale of 6403 41 st Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mr. Sutter noted that this property had been sold earlier in the year to Robert Rausch, but he is unable to fulfill his obligation to build the home. As of June 30, the EDA is once again the property owner. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to accept the proposal put forth by Key Land Homes for construction of a two-story house with the condition cited in the staff report. Motion carried. The EDA considered the purchase of 6415 62nd Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to authorize the acquisition of 6415 62nd Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion carried. Commissioner Thonander asked for clarification on whether the Crystal New Home Program policy would allow the moving of a home onto one of the scattered site lots in lieu of construction of a new home. Mr. Sutter responded that the program is intended to promote and facilitate the construction of new homes. Both he and Ms. Norris stated that the EDA could revisit this policy, if desired. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Garry drimes, President Pro Tem ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\07-05-00min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting August 15, 2000 President Hoffmann called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:55 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2000, regular meeting. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to issue a new Request for Proposals for the vacant EDA lot at 6403 41 st Avenue North for the New Home Program. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m. Marg Hoffinanii, tiesident 1�7- Tom Krueger, Secretary Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting September 5, 2000 President Hoffmann called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:00 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. David Anderson arrived following approval of the minutes. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; John Sutter, Planner; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the August 15, 2000, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 7116 33rd Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mike Avery of Avery Homes and Tom Crowley of Novak -Fleck, Inc. appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to accept the proposal put forth by Avery Homes for construction of a split-level home on said lot. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 7124 33rd Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Mike Avery, Avery Homes, and Greg Gray of Dempsey/Gray appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to accept the proposal put forth by Dempsey/Gray for construction of a split-level home on said lot. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 6415 62nd Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to accept the proposal put forth by Novak -Fleck for construction of a split-level home on said lot. Motion carried. The EDA considered acquisition 5608 Regent Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to authorize the acquisition of 5608 Regent Avenue North for demolition and lot sale under the Crystal New Home Program. Motion carried. The EDA considered a resolution adopting a proposed budget and requesting its approval by the City Council. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to adopt Resolution 2000-6 adopting a proposed budget and requesting approval of City Council. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to recess the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority and reconvene following the City Council meeting in a closed session to discuss pending litigation regarding acquisition of 5430 Lakeland Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA reconvened its regular meeting at 8:32 p.m. following the closed session. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the settlement agreement regarding the acquisition of 5430 Lakeland Avenue North. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m. • ��'President ATTEST: ATomrueger, Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\09-05-00min. doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting September 19, 2000 President Hoffmann 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: Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. David Anderson arrived following approval of the minutes. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; John Sutter, Planner; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; and Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the September 5, 2000, regular meeting. Motion carried. The EDA held a public hearing to consider proposals for the purchase of 6403 41 st —. Avenue North for construction of a new single family house. Tom Crowley of Novak - Fleck, Inc. and John DeVries of Prime Builders appeared before the EDA regarding their proposals. No one from the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Grimes and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to accept the proposal put forth by Novak -Fleck, Inc. for construction of a split-level home on said lot. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to recess the special meeting of the EDA until completion of the City Council meeting. Motion carried. The EDA reconvened the meeting at 7:35 p.m. following the City Council meeting. Staff presented information regarding 4833 Douglas Drive and requested direction from the EDA as to whether the house should be demolished for construction of a new home or whether staff should continue to pursue bids for rehab of the structure. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to direct staff to pursue demolition of the structure at 4833 Douglas Drive. Motion carried. Under Other Business, the EDA considered a request by Novak -Fleck, Inc. that the EDA purchase survey insurance for the lot at 6415 62nd Avenue North. It was the consensus that the EDA would not purchase survey insurance, but the EDA asked staff to look at the costs of a survey and insurance for future reference. Staff asked for direction from the EDA on how to proceed should Novak -Fleck not wish to purchase the lot on 62nd Avenue North as a result of this decision. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to direct staff to negotiate a purchase agreement with Avery Homes for 6415 62nd Avenue North in the event Novak -Fleck decides not to pursue purchase of the lot. Motion carried. President Hoffmann expressed concern with the process for selecting homes to be built under the New Home Program and asked that the EDA hold a discussion to determine the best way to proceed in the future. President Hoffmann stated that he would like the EDA to consider the goals of its housing programs, particularly in light of the possible increase in the housing redevelopment budget for 2001. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretai \\CY_FS 1 \SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\09-19-00min.doc Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting October 3, 2000 President Hoffmann called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:45 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Gary Joselyn, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; John Sutter, Planner; Steve Bubul, City Attorney; Patrick Peters, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the September 19, 2000, special meeting. Motion carried. The EDA considered bids for rehab of 5536 Regent Avenue North. Mr. Sutter reported that staff had received on bid and that it was $28,000 above staff estimate, which would result in a net City expenditure of $50,000. Mr. Sutter recommended that the EDA reject the bid and advised that the project will be re -bid in early 2001. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to reject the bid and to direct staff to re -bid the project in early 2001. Motion carried. Mr. Sutter presented information regarding bids for 3425 Lee and 5204 Florida. No bids were received for 5204 Florida, and staff intends to re -bid this package along with 5536 Regent in early 2001. No bids were received for 3425 Lee, and because the project is being partially funded with a grant from MHFA, staff is proceeding with rehab; and the EDA will act as project manager as was the case with 4000 Jersey. The EDA considered authorizing a deed to transfer 35 feet of property located at 6403 41 st Avenue North from the EDA to the City of Crystal. Motion by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner Grimes that the EDA authorize the deed transferring the additional 35 feet to the City. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. /14 Mdrk Hoffinaf,, President ATTEST: Tom Krueger, Secretary \\CY_FS 1\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\Edaminutes\2000\10-03-00min.doe Minutes of the Crystal Economic Development Authority Special Meeting October 17, 2000 President Hoffmann called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority to order at 6:55 p.m. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: David Anderson, Garry Grimes, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, Peter Meintsma and Ed Thonander. Gary Joselyn was absent. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, City Manager; John Sutter, Planner; Steve Bubul, City Attorney. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the minutes of the October 3, 2000 regular meeting and work session. Motion carried. The EDA considered bids for the demolition of 4833 Douglas Drive. Mr. Sutter reported that staff had received three bids at $7,317, $7,899 and $9,393. Motion by Commissioner Thonander seconded by Commissioner :Irimes to accept the proposal from Kevitt Excavating for the demolition of 4833 Douglas at a cost of $7,317. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. . ,resident ATTEST: OZ'or-�'/s Tom Krueger, Secretary