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Mounds View EDA May 8, 2000 <br />Regular Meeting Page 4 <br /> <br />C. Authorize Staff to Discuss Demolition Options with Property Owner of 2901 <br />Highway 10. <br /> <br />Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated at the April 27th meeting of the Economic <br />Development Commission, the Commission examined options to address the current condition of <br />2901 Highway 10, also known as the Kunz Oil property. He stated the Commission examined <br />three potential alternatives, which included purchasing the property, providing demolition <br />assistance, and pursuing active Code enforcement. He explained that after examining the <br />effectiveness and financial feasibility of the options, the Commission voted in favor of providing <br />demolition assistance. <br /> <br />Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated this is a practice that has been utilized in the <br />Housing Replacement Program, and specifically with regard to 8300 Fairchild Avenue, where <br />assistance was provided to remove the house on the property. He advised that from a financial <br />perspective, the staff report indicates that the demolition project would cost approximately <br />$8,000, however, the amount may be substantially less, in light of the previous demolition, which <br />cost approximately $5,500, and given the fact that no filling would be required. <br /> <br />Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated staff is seeking authorization to begin <br />negotiations with the property owner, and if granted staff would proceed. He indicated that when <br />and if a mutual agreement has been reached between the City and the property owner, staff would <br />bring the final proposal back before the Authority for authorization of expenditures. <br /> <br />Commissioner Marty stated this property was utilized as a gas station. He inquired if there were <br />hazardous materials on the site that would require to be cleaned up, such as the removal of old <br />tanks. <br /> <br />Economic Development Director Parrish stated it was his understanding that the site has been <br />cleared. He stated he was not aware of the current condition of the tanks, pointing out that the <br />cement stubs are still visible. He explained that this would not become a factor, given that the <br />City would have no ownership in the property, and would simply provide some assistance to <br />redevelop the site on a limited basis. He advised that environmental considerations would not be <br />transferred on to the City. <br /> <br />MOTION/SECOND: Thomason/Marty. To Authorize Staff to Discuss Demolition Assistance <br />Options with the Property Owner at 2901 Highway 10. <br /> <br /> Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. <br /> <br />6. REPORTS <br /> <br />President Coughlin stated he attended the previous Economic Development Commission <br />meeting, at which there was discussion regarding the items listed on the Authority agenda. He