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1998 EDA Meeting Minutes189 Crystal Economic Development Authority .o.. Regular Meeting January 6, 1998 Commissioner Joselyn 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, David Anderson, Mark Hoffmann, and Tom Krueger. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney, Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director, and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Chair Joselyn opened nominations for officers for the EDA for 1998. Commissioner Anderson nominated Commissioner Grimes for the position of President. Commissioner Joselyn closed the nominations and declared Commissioner Grimes the President. Commissioner Thonander nominated Commissioner Hoffmann for the position of Vice President. Commissioner Joseyln closed the nominations and declared Commissioner Hoffmann the Vice President. Commissioner Hoffman nominated Commissioner Thonander for the position of Secretary. Commissioner Joselyn closed the nominations and declared Commissioner Thonander the Secretary. Commissioner Grimes nominated Commissioner Krueger for the position of Treasurer. Commissioner Joselyn closed the nominations and declared Commissioner Krueger the Treasurer for EDA for 1998. Commissioner Joselyn then turned the meeting over to Commissioner Grimes, the newly elected EDA President. Commissioner Grimes noted the addition of a new item number 11 to the agenda. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to add #11 "Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the use of Condemnation for Acquisition of Hampshire Avenue North of Bass Lake Road Adjacent to Crystal Town Center." Motion Carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Joseyln to approve the September 2, 1997 regular meeting minutes as submitted. Motion Carried. F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\ 1-6M[N. DOC. jb 190 Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the September 16, 1997 special meeting minutes, October 21, 1997 special meeting minutes, November 18, 1997 special meeting minutes, and December 16, 1997 special meeting minutes as submitted. Motion Carried. The commission considered changing EDA meeting dates where conflicts will occur. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to change the date of the regular March meeting to Monday, March 2, 1998. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to change the following meeting dates: Monday, August 3, Wednesday, October 7, Wednesday, November 4. Motion carried. The EDA consider the acquisition of 5540 Lakeland and 5917 56th Avenue North. The EDA received the report that the two properties are available for a total acquisition cost including relocation, for $710,000. The EDA asked whether an environmental investigation would be done prior to closing. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded commissioner Joselyn to authorize the preparation of a purchase agreement for the properties at 5540 Lakeland and 5917 56th Avenue North. Motion carried. The EDA considered Resolution 98-1 authorizing the use of condemnation to acquire street right-of-way for Hampshire Avenue immediately east of Crystal Town Center, south of the Alley, behind Bass Lake Road. Motion by Commissioner Anderson, and seconded by Commissioner Joseyln to adopt Resolution 98-1, authorizing the use of condemnation for acquisition of Hampshire Avenue north of Bass Lake Road adjacent to Crystal Town Center. Motion carried. The EDA received the 1997 Annual Report of Economic Development Authority Activities. Commissioner Anderson asked whether the EDA could consider holding EDA meetings after the Council meetings. The Commission discussed this and the consensus was to continue meeting prior to Council meetings. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\ 1-6MIN.DOC. jb The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. f Garry G es, President ATTEST: Ed Thonander, Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\1-6MIN.DOCjb "191 MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING MARCH 2ND, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:40 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, and David Anderson. Absent were Gary Joselyn and Mark Hoffmann. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the minutes of the January 6, 1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered the acquisition of 5719 35h Avenue North. Motioned by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the acquisition of 5719 35" Avenue North through the Scattered Site and street reconstruction programs. Motion Carried. The Commissioner discussed the possible disposition of 3200 Adair Avenue North which the City acquired as a tax forfeit property. The Commissioner discussed whether the site would be buildable after the street reconstruction project as currently the site is need for drainage and flood control. Motioned 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 6:47 p.m. resident Secretary \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\3-2mindoc.jb 193 NIINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING JUNE 2, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:30 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffinann and David Anderson. Absent was Ed Thonander. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the March 2, 1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission discussed 3501 Douglas Drive as a possible redevelopment site. EDA discussion was townhouse redevelopment of the site might help the townhouses to the south of the site. The EDA asked staff to proceed with looking at the possibility of acquiring the property for redevelopment. The Commission considered the sale of 4509 — 36h Avenue North to Yolanda Moss for a single family home. The EDA expressed concern about the design of the garage and its prominence. The builder, Neil Neuman, offered to look at the roof line to soften the appearance and consider orienting the garage to the alley. Motion by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the sale of ' 4509 — 36`h Avenue North to Yolanda Moss for construction of a new single family home. Motion Carried. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion Carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:56 p.m. esident 1-1 Secretary \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\6-2-98min.doc.jb 195 IM MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING SPECIAL MEETING, JUNE 16, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:45 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Mark Hoffmann, Tom Krueger, and David Anderson. Absent were Gary Joselyn and Peter Meintsma. The following staff members were present: David Kennedy, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. The EDA considered the acquisition of 4306 Zane Avenue North as part of the Scattered Site Program. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the acquisition of 4306 Zane Avenue North for $48,500 through the Scattered Site program. Motion Carried. The EDA reviewed the Council's action to extend the deadline to August 31, 1999, for replacing or improving the south portion of the Crystal Shopping Center parking lot. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to ratify the Council's action extending the deadline to August 31, 1999, for replacing or improving the south portion of the Crystal Shopping Center parking lot. Commissioner Grimes reminded the EDA of the EDA Advisory Commission's request to take on responsibility for long-range planning for the city and asked that the issue be placed on a future work session agenda. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m. r% Secretary \\CY_FS 1VSYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\6-16-98min.docjb President Motion Carried. I/ MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING JULY 7, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:50 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffmann, and David Anderson. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the June 2,1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Joselyn to approve the minutes of the June 16, 1998 special meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered proposals for the demolition of site improvements at 4509 — 36h Avenue North, 4305 Zane Avenue North, 4343 Zane Avenue North and 5916 — 45`h Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to adopt Resolution 498-02 accepting demolition proposal from Kevitt Excavating for the site improvements at 4509 — 36`h Avenue North, 4305 Zane Avenue North, 4343 Zane Avenue North and 5916 — 45`s Avenue North. Motion carried. The Commission discussed approval of the assignment and assumption agreement for the Cedarwood Apartment financing. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to ratify approval of the EDA's assignment and assumption agreement for Cedarwood Apartments. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Tbonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m. President 61 Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDE V LP\EDA\7-7-98min doc. jb c 7 MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING JULY 21, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:50 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Mark Hoffmann and David Anderson. Absent was Tom Krueger. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; and John Sutter, Planner. The EDA considered proposals for demolition of the Paddock Bar (5540 Lakeland Avenue North) and adjacent house (5917 56h Avenue North). Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adopt Resolution 98-03 to accept the proposal from Sauter & Sons, Inc., for demolition of 5540 Lakeland Avenue North and 5917 56t` Avenue North. Motion Carried. The EDA considered determining whether the Paddock Bar (5540 Lakeland Avenue North) and adjacent house (5917 56th Avenue North) are structurally substandard properties, in anticipation of their later inclusion into a tax increment financing district. Motion by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to adopt Resolution 98-04 finding that the Paddock Bar (5540 Lakeland Avenue North) and adjacent house (5917 56th Avenue North) are substandard properties and are anticipated to be included in a tax increment financing district. Motion Carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m. President Secretary 07/27/98 \\CY FSI\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLF\EDA\98-7-21min.doc Motion Carried. t99 MINUTES OF THE .� CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:50 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, and David Anderson. Absent were Gary Joselyn and Mark Hoffmann. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the July 7,1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the minutes of the July 21, 1998, special meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered acquisition of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North through the Scattered Site program. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to adopt Resolution #98-05 establishing the amount of just compensation and authorizing the purchase of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. Motion carried. The Commission asked about the status of the residential demolitions currently under contract. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m. fLG�� resident 6/ Secretary F:\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\8-3-98min.docjb 201 202 MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 1, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:45 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meirtsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffmann and David Anderson. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Mr 'on by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to approve the minutes of the August 3,1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered the sale of 4342 Adair Avenue North through the New Crystal Home Program. The buyers will purchase the property for $24,000 and will construct a three bedroom, two bath split level home with a market value of at least $115,000. Motion by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the sale of 4342 Adair Avenue North. Motion carried. The Commission considered a resolution requesting the Council to approve an HRA levy for 1999. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adopt Resolution 498-06 adopting ,i proposed budget and requesting approval by the City Council. Motion carried. The Commission considered a stipulation agreement regarding the acquisition of the west portion of Hampshire Avenue adjacent to the Crystal Town Center project. Motion by Commissioner Hoffmann and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to approve the stipulation agreement for Parcel l with Propper Properties. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hofmann to adjourn the regular meeting c Lhe Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m. President j Secretary \\CY_FS ISYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\EDAAGDA\9-1-98min.doc.jb X03 MQNUTES OF THE IMI -ft CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1998 Commissioner Hoffmann called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:15 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffmann and David Anderson. The following member was absent: Garry Grimes. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the minutes of the September 1, 1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered the disposition of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. Originally, the property had been purchased for demolition because of the extensive repairs needed. Several parties have requested the EDA consider offering the property for sale and rehab. The Commission spoke with Brad Jones, 115 North Turners Crossroad, regarding the extent of repairs needed. The Commission and Attorney discussed various assurances to guarantee the completion and quality of the project. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to solicit proposals for the sale and rehab of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North with the conditions outlined by staff. Motion carried. The Commission considered a proposal from John Allen, Industrial Equities, for redevelopment of the Suburban Motel site. Mr. Allen anticipates building a light industrial/office/warehouse facility of approximately 80,000 square feet. Approximately 20-40% of the building would be office space and the rest warehouse space. Because the site is so flat and long, storm water ponds will be needed at both ends of the property. The exterior finish of the building would be ribbon glass, prestressed concrete panels, and decorative brick at the entrances. The K. Wong's site is important for ponding area; there will be additional costs because concrete piping will be required rather than PVC. Mr. Allen would like the EDA to consider a second phase which would go to the north and would be on the property where the apartments are. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Thonander to direct staff to work with Industrial Equities on preparation of a development agreement for the Suburban Motel site and to look at the possibility of including other properties for a future redevelopment phase. Motion carried. \\CY_FS 1\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\EDAAGDA\10.7-98min.docjb 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. President Secretary \\CY FS1\SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\EDAAGDAgO-7-98min.doc.jb MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 20, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:30 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, and David Anderson. The following member was absent: Mark Hoffmann. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. The Commission considered proposals for rehabilitation of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. Sutter reported 8 proposals for rehabbing the property at 5331 Corvallis Avenue were sent out; two were returned. Sutter recommends approval of the Johnson proposal and requests the EDA to direct staff to prepare a development agreement for sale and rehab of the property. Ed Johnson responded to questions from the EDA and said he is planning to gut out the house, including breezeway, and put on a new roof. Motion by Commissioner Joselyn and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to approve the rehab proposal submitted by Ed Johnson. Motion carried. The Commission considered proposed renovations to the Bass Lake Road streetscape. The agreed aesthetics are important in that corridor, the planters need good color; businesses should be encouraged to take care of their properties, and one staff person needs to be assigned to maintain the area. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Meintsma to proceed with shrub and tree removal and replacement as outlined by the Forester and direct staff to repair the irrigation system and make other repairs as needed to the Bass Lake Road streetscape. 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 6:47 p.m. President �Ij Secretary \\CY_FS 1 \SYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\EDAAGDA\ 10-20-98min.doc.jb MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 6:45 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Ed Thonander, Gary Joselyn, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, Mark Hoffmann, David Anderson, and Garry Grimes. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Community Development Director and John Sutter, Planner. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the October 7,1998, regular meeting as submitted. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to approve the minutes of the October 20, 1998, special meeting as submitted. Motion carried. The Commission considered the development agreement for rehab of 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. Sutter reviewed changes to the agreement: the EDA agrees to seal the well on the property and the earnest money will be paid with the purchase price at the closing. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to authorize the execution of the development and purchase agreement with Daniel Johnson for the property at 5331 Corvallis Avenue North. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Meintsma and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn the regular meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. President Secretary \\CY_FS 1 \SYS\GROUPS\COMDE VLP\EDA\EDAAGDA\ 11-498min.doc. jb / MINUTES OF THE CRYSTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 20, 1998 Commissioner Grimes called the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority (EDA) to order at 7:56 P.M. Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: Garry Grimes, Ed Thonander, Mark Hoffmann, Peter Meintsma, Tom Krueger, and David Anderson. The following member was absent: Gary Joselyn. The following staff members were present: Steve Bubul, Attorney; Jerry Dulgar, Executive Director; John Sutter, Planner; and Anne Norris, Community Development Director. The Commission considered a proposal for moving the house at 3737 Toledo Avenue North to the lot at 5916- 45t' Avenue North. Laura and Margaret Flaherty explained they would move the house on the lot, finish the basement and sell the house. Sutter told the EDA he had received a proposal that afternoon for a new 3 bedroom house to be built on the lot. The Commission discussed the goal of the program is to update housing stock with new construction; some commissioners suggested old homes if well-maintained can be better than new construction. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to deny the Flahertys' request to move the house from 3737 Toledo or, to 5916 — 45th Avenue North. Voting aye: Commissioners Hoffmann, Krueger, Grimes and Thonander. Voting no: Commissioners Meintsma and Anderson. Motion carried. The Commission consider proposals for demolition of 4306 Zane Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Grimes to adopt Resolution #98-07 accepting the proposal from Veit & Company for demolition of 4306 Zane Avenue North. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Thonander and seconded by Commissioner Hoffmann to adjourn the special meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. c � • i%L"vs� President Secretary \\CY_FS 1VSYS\GROUPS\COMDEVLP\EDA\EDAAGDA\11-17-98min.doc.jb 207