02-22-06 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 22, 2006 best long-term interests of the City is to see the area redevelop, with or without the City's public works garage. He noted that there are other location options for the garage. Brill indicated that if the redevelopment project moves forward, it will be necessary to get Donovan Construction and Roseville Plumbing into the project and perhaps other properties as well. Hangge pointed out that at this point there are so many variables, that it is difficult to put together redevelopment options. Brill suggested that it may be necessary to discuss eminent domain with Greg Deeb. LaValle stated that he did not think Deeb will want to move forward with a new building. Brill was confident that McGough would be able to acquire two or three of the properties, but noted that there always seems to be a hold out in redevelopment projects. He noted Chat the Roseville Plumbing property is right in the center. Hangge noted that if Deeb did not want his own building, McGough would be willing to lease space to him in their building. It was estimated that Roseville Plumbing will need approximately 5,000 square feet. The City Administrator pointed out that the Roseville Plumbing parcel is a good sized parcel that is underutilized. Brill suggested that if the redevelopment project is to be feasible, the City will have to get behind it. The City Administrator noted Chat the Legislature will likely change the eminent domain laws this session making it difficult for a City to condemn for redevelopment by a developer. Hangge suggested that perhaps McGough should determine how far they can get without the use of eminent domain. The Administrator noted Chat pay-as-you-go TIF assistance would be an option. Allan asked what the ideal building size would be for McGough Construction. Hangge replied that 60,000 to 75,000 square feet with some outdoor storage would be ideal. The City Administrator noted that it is important to remember that outdoor storage will still be a key component of this redevelopment project. Blesener felt that at a minimum the three properties abutting South Owasso Blvd. should be included in this project along with the McGough, Donovan, and Deeb properties. Brill agreed and suggested that they also contact property owners to the north. Brill stated that McGough will contact the property owners in the area to determine their interest, and stated that they will not plan on condemnation help.