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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-01-2002 • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA February 1, 2002 7:30 A.M. MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL - CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. CALL TO ORDER A.M. 2. INTRODUCTION & SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS: David Fox and Jason Helgemoe 3. ROLL CALL (Present = P, Absent = A) Belting Fox Field Helgemoe McDonald Backman (Staff) Ericson (Staff) 4. APPROVE EDC MINUTES • November 30, 2001 Motion: Second: Vote: 5. SPECIAL BUSINESS A. Election of 2002 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson 6. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS, STAFF AND EDA LIAISON B. Report of Commissioners -No Materials Attached C. Report of EDA Liaison -No Materials Attached D. Chamber of Commerce Update -No Materials Attached E. Report of Staff i. Mermaid Hotel & Banquet Center Project Update ii. Highway 10 Revitalization Plan Update iii. Sale of 2091 Hillview Road Property (boarded up four-plex) iv. I-35W Corridor Coalition v. Moundsview Square Developments vi. Metro North CVB Annual Meeting vii. 2002 Public Finance Seminar (Ehlers) N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Agendas\Agenda02\2-1-02.doc 7. EDC BUSINESS A. Consideration of Resolution 01-EDC-33 setting the 2002 Meeting Schedule B. TIF District Developer Payment Issues C. Developer/Business Meetings D. Discuss Disetronic Medical Systems Retention 8. ADJOURN at A.M. Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: February 15, 2002? N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Agendas\Agenda02\2-1-02.doc 4d cKn a.-'c cot) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA February 1, 2002 7:30 A.M. MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL - CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:35 A.M. 2. INTRODUCTION & SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS: David Fox and Jason Helgemoe 3. ROLL CALL (Present = P, Absent = A) Belting -' Fox Field ✓ Helgemoe Johnson Open McDonald ./ Ericsona(Staff)) III 4. APPROVE EDC MINUTES November 30, 2001 Motion: -4 f8 Second: + Vote: 6-0 5. SPECIAL BUSINESS A. Election of 2002 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson fr, _ 6.04 6-a. 6. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS, STAFF AND EDA LIAISON ,1 ,_,,.......x -r,.,,.. r B. Report of Commissioners -No Materials Attached ,T _ 6_0 C. Report of EDA Liaison -No Materials Attached D. Chamber of Commerce Update -No Materials Attached E. Report of Staff i. Mermaid Hotel & Banquet Center Project Update L 3 - ii. Highway 10 Revitalization Plan Update ."--c iii. Sale of 2091 Hillview Road Property (boarded up four-plex) 'I ,,,.,a,,,.,,,(. iv. I-35W Corridor Coalition v. Moundsview Square Developments 11111 vi. Metro North CVB Annual Meeting vii. 2002 Public Finance Seminar (Ehlers) N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Agendas\Agenda02\2-1-02.doc 7. EDC BUSINESS ;, t • A. Consideration of Resolution 01-EDC-33 setting the 2002 Meeting Schedule B. TIF District Developer Payment Issues 45t`^--- C. Developer/Business Meetings 6—0 D. Discuss Disetronic Medical Systems Retention At,,(wa. u- ) ° 1 8. ADJOURN at t:I° A.M. f� , .pit Alt Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: February/ 15, 2002? • • N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Agendas\Agenda02\2-1-02.doc Apprcwad Minutes of the Economic Development Commission • City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting November 30, 2001 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:38 a.m. by Chairperson Tom Field. 2. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Dr. Greg Belting, Cindy Carlson, Torri Johnson, Wendy Marty, Tom Field and Stan McDonald Member Absent: None Staff Present: Community Development Director Jim Ericson 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: • Motion/Second: Carlson moved and Johnson seconded the approval of the September 21, 2001 EDC minutes Motion Carried: 6 Ayes 0 Nays 4. SPECIAL BUSINESS No special order of business was scheduled or discussed. 5. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS, STAFF AND EDA LIAISON A. Commissioner Reports: Chairperson Field reported that he felt communication between the EDC and the EDA was disjointed and should somehow be improved. Carlson believed that the communication was better when there was an EDA Liaison. Director Ericson indicated he would bring this up with the EDA the next time it met. B. NB-MV Chamber of Commerce Update Commissioner Carlson gave a brief report regarding the Chamber, which will be holding elections for its positions. She had offered to become the next chairperson, replacing Dr. Greg Belting. Carlson discussed the Chamber's "Gift of Knowledge" campaign and announced that there would be a Chamber lunch meeting on December 13, which will be more of a social • function. The search continues for the executive director's position; applications will be accepted through December 14th EDC Minutes Ap p rcn,ced November 30, 2001 Page 2 • C. Report of Staff 1. Mermaid Project Update: Director Ericson brought the Commissioners up to speed regarding the status of the Mermaid development. Construction activity continues to • progress at a fast pace; the banquet facility is nearing completion. 2. EDA-owned 2091 Hillview Road: Director Ericson discussed the four-plex located at 2091 Hillview, the blighted rental property the EDA recently purchased from HUD. An RFP was sent out to area redevelopment and renovation specialists. Staff has shown the building to numerous parties and it is believed that a many suitable offers will be submitted. 3. New Businesses: Director Ericson informed the Commissioners Petter's Warehouse Direct would be locating to Mounds View Square. Dr. Belting noted that he believed this was a relocation of the existing Petter's at Highway 65 and Rice Creek Boulevard. The Commission also discussed Jake's of Mounds View, the business that recently took over the Knotty Pines business. Commissioner McDonald asked if the EDC or the City should investigate why some businesses were closing, and if there was something that should be done proactively to help make businesses more viable in the community. 4. Economic Development Coordinator Position: Director Ericson announced that an offer was extended and accepted by an individual for this position. The offer is conditioned upon successful background and reference check and Council approval, which is slated • for December 10th. His start date would be December 17th. Director Ericson indicated that this person has significant experience in the field and he will have much to offer Mounds View. 5. County Highway 10 Development Update: Director Ericson indicated that there have been many meetings of late regarding the County Highway 10 redevelopment project and that a final plan has not yet been decided. Ericson indicated that there have been discussions with Ramsey County regarding the MnDOT program dollars and the timing of the planned mill and overlay. Ericson also mentioned that additional speed limit signage would be going up as well as pedestrian signage. 6. Office of the State Auditor's FINAL Letter of Non-Compliance: Director Ericson briefly reported that the City had received the OSA's FINAL letter of noncompliance, which serves as their response to the City's response to the original OSA letter of non- compliance. There is really nothing more the City can do but wait and see if the County Attorney will take any action on the findings. The County has one year to take action. If it does not, the OSA would forward the matter on to the state Attorney General's office for action. 7. December EDC Meeting. Chair Field asked whether or not a December meeting of the EDC should be held, given the lack of any business. Director Ericson pointed out that while there was no pending business before the EDC, a meeting on December 21st (the next regularly scheduled meeting of the EDC)would give the EDC an opportunity to meet the new Economic Development Coordinator, and vice versa. Commissioner Carlson suggested the meeting could be less formal, more of a social gathering. The commissioners agreed this was a good idea. i EDC Minutes Ap prcwced, November 30, 2001 Page 3 • 8. Open Seats on the EDC: Director Ericson pointed out that in addition to the seat recently vacated by Sean Walther, the terms of Commissioners Field, Carlson and Marty expire at the end of the year. Commissioner Marty and Carlson have indicated they will not be returning to the Commission due to other obligations and engagements. Commissioner Carlson mentioned that someone in her office would like to participate with the EDC. Chair Field announced that he was giving some thought to his continued participation and expressed some frustrations with what had turned out to be a less than productive year for the EDC. Commissioner Carlson applauded the efforts of Chairperson Field and encouraged him to continue in that role. Carlson's sentiments were echoed by the rest of the Commissioners and by Director Ericson. 9. EDC BUSINESS No business was scheduled or discussed. 8. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, Chair Field adjourned the November 30th meeting of the Economic Development Commission at 8:38 a.m. • Respectfully Submitted, James Ericson Community Development Director i N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Minutes\Min01\11-30-01.doc corniA i' Ar VVv7 dress „ Par enecs' January 30, 2002 Mr. David Fox FedTech, Inc. 4763 Mustang Circle Mounds View MN 55122 Re: Economic Development Commission Dear Mr. Fox: Congratulations on your recent appointment by the City of Mounds View to the Mounds View Economic Development Commission (EDC). The next meeting of the EDC is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Friday, February 1, 2002. A copy of the agenda for that meeting and other relevant documents will be e-mailed to you. A similar procedure will be followed with respect • to all future meetings. If you ever have a question about an agenda item, I encourage you to call me prior to the EDC meeting. You have already received a binder that included a copy of Chapter 408 of the Mounds View City Code regarding the Economic Development Commission, along with a copy of the EDC Bylaws. At the February 1st meeting we will be selecting a new chairperson for the EDC, as well as deciding upon a meeting schedule for 2002. I look forward to working with you and thanks again for your interest in the EDC. Sincerely, Aaron A. Backman Economic Development Coordinator cc: Kathleen Miller, City Administrator Jim Ericson, Community Development Director Rich Sonterre, Mayor 4110 • CO 7 c ©[LJ[N1 : 3 °eti-SS , PartneVS' January 30, 2002 Mr. Jason Helgemoe Western Bank 2711 NE Highway 10 Mounds View MN 55122 Re: Economic Development Commission Dear Mr. Helgemoe: Congratulations on your recent appointment by the City of Mounds View to the Mounds View Economic Development Commission (EDC). The next meeting of the EDC is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Friday, February 1, 2002. A copy of the agenda for that meeting and other relevant documents will be e-mailed to you. A similar procedure will be followed with respect • to all future meetings. If you ever have a question about an agenda item, I encourage you to call me prior to the EDC meeting. You have already received a binder that included a copy of Chapter 408 of the Mounds View City Code regarding the Economic Development Commission, along with a copy of the EDC Bylaws. At the February 1st meeting we will be selecting a new chairperson for the EDC, as well as deciding upon a meeting schedule for 2002. I look forward to working with you and thanks again for your interest in the EDC. Sincerely, Aaron A. Backman Economic Development Coordinator cc: Kathleen Miller, City Administrator Jim Ericson, Community Development Director Rich Sonterre, Mayor • • MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 02-EDC-33 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CALENDAR OF MEETING DATES FOR 2002 WHEREAS, The Mounds View Economic Development Commission plans to hold one business meeting per month throughout 2002, with the exception of Special Meetings; and WHEREAS, the adoption of a list of meeting dates provides an orderly system of advance notification for the benefit of the EDC, City staff and the general public. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Economic Development Commission hereby adopts the calendar of 2002 meeting dates attached hereto. • Adopted this 1st day of February 2002. Chair ATTEST: Al - City Administrator • N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Resolutions\Res02\02-33.doc CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 2002 MEETING DATES February 1 , 2002 March 15, 2002 April 19, 2002 May 17, 2002 June 21, 2002 . July 19, 2002 August 16, 2002 September 20, 2002 October 18, 2002 November 15, 2002 December 20, 2002 (All meetings will be held at Mounds View City Hall at 7:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted) • N:\DATA\GROUP S\ECONDE V\EDC\Resolutions\Res02\02-3 3.doc Ikpprr © Iced Minutes of the Economic Development Commission City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting February 1, 2002 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:35 a.m. by Chairperson Tom Field. 2. INTRODUCTION & SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS: Staff member Backman proceeded with the swearing in of David Fox and Jason Helgemoe. 3. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Dr. Greg Belting, Tom Field, Torri Johnson, Stan McDonald, Dave Fox, and Jason Helgemoe Member Absent: None Staff Present: Economic Development Coordinator Aaron Backman Community Development Director Jim Ericson 4. APPROVAL OF EDC MINUTES: Motion/Second: Dr. Belting moved and Johnson seconded the approval of the November 30, 2001 EDC minutes. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes 0 Nays 5. SPECIAL BUSINESS A. Election of 2002 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Commissioner Field made a motion to nominate Dr. Belting as the Chairperson for 2002. Seconded by Commissioner McDonald. Motion carried: 6 Ayes 0 Nays Chairperson Belting made a motion to nominate Torri Johnson as the Vice Chairperson for 2002. Seconded by Commissioner McDonald. Motion carried: 6 Ayes 0 Nays 6. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS, STAFF AND EDA LIAISON A. Commissioner Reports: Backman became the City's new Economic Development Coordinator in December. He expressed his appreciation for the welcome he has received from City staff and looks forward to working with the Commissioners to promote business development. EDC Minutes February 1, 2002 Page 2 Qp p rowed B. Report of EDA Liaison: The Mounds View City Council has agreed that Mayor Rich Sonterre will be the EDA Liaison during 2002. He was not available for today's meeting. C. NB-MV Chamber of Commerce Update: Chairperson Belting indicated that the New Brighton-Mounds View Chamber has hired a new President, Jim Witkowski, who started last month. His goal is to increase membership and reinvigorate the Chamber,which has been without a President for much of 2001. Cindy Carlson is the new Chairperson for the Chamber Board of Directors. D. Report of Staff: 1. Mermaid Project Update: Backman relayed that the $9.0+ million Banquet and Hotel expansion at the Mermaid is about 70% completed. This is a big deal for the community in terms of tourism and other services that will benefit. He added that the City's role includes approving $815,000 in revenue bonds last fall. 2. Highway 10 Revitalization Plan Update: Ericson indicated that the City of Mounds View was moving forward with the development of a Master Plan. Greg Lee, Public Works Director and Ericson met with URS/BRW,the Minneapolis consulting company,this week regarding changes to the plan. The idea is to present a plan that improves safety, provides street realignments, signs, crosswalks and trails. An open house is slated for the middle of March. 3. Sale of 2091 Hillview Road Property: Ericson highlighted that this four-plex is located in the northeast portion of the city. Closing on the sale is slated for late February. The main priority was for the EDA to sell the building to a housing group that was experienced in purchasing property, renovating and operating housing stock. The EDA purchased the property for $80,000 and is selling it for $100,100. The acquiring group selected is investing over $235,000 into the property for purchase and renovation. 4. I-35W Corridor Coalition: Backman mentioned that the I-35W Corridor Coalition is an organization of seven contiguous cities to the north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The communities (Arden Hills, Blaine, Circle Pines, Mounds View, New Brighton, Roseville, and Shoreview) seek to address issues that cross municipal boundaries. These subregional issues include transportation, housing, GIS, and workforce. Ericson noted that as the Twin Cities metro area grows, a good portion of it will occur in the north metro area. A Build-Out Study is underway now and will be presented before the EDC when completed. 5. Mounds View Square Developments: Backman spoke about the Grand Opening yesterday by Petters Warehouse, now the largest tenant(22,000 sq. ft.) in Mounds View Square. He and Ericson met with Ken Henk, Director of Development for Paster Enterprises (owner of the shopping center). They are working with several prospective businesses to fill up the remaining vacancies. EDC Minutes February 1, 2002 Page 3 Aper®M,ad 6. Minneapolis Metro North CVB Annual Meeting: The Minneapolis Metro North Convention& Visitors Bureau promotes economic growth for its north metro members as a preferred destination for events, meetings,and tourism. Funding for the Bureau's operation is derived from a 3% lodging tax assessed by hotels on rooms. Mounds View is the newest member of the CVB, joining Anoka, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Fridley, Maple Grove and Shoreview. Backman attended the Metro No. CVB's annual meeting on January 13th and represents the City on the Board. 7. 2002 Public Finance Seminar: Backman will be attending a public finance seminar focusing on Tax Increment Financing (TIF)put on by Ehlers&Associates at the Earl Brown Center in Brooklyn Park on February 7th & 8th. Chairperson Belting requested that it would be beneficial for the Commission to receive information regarding TIF. 7. EDC BUSINESS A. Consideration of Resolution 01-EDC-33 setting the 2002 Meeting Schedule: Backman raised the subject of meeting dates and times,and whether the Commission would prefer to keep meeting on the third Friday of each month at 7:30 a.m. All indicated that the present meeting schedule was satisfactory. Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the proposed 2002 meeting schedule, with the February meeting occurring on February 1st instead of the February 15th Seconded by Commissioner McDonald. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes 0 Nays B. TIF District Developer Payment Issues: On a semiannual basis (2/1 & 8/1)the City makes TIF payments to developers who have developed properties for industrial, commercial & housing projects. Currently we are making payments for the following projects: C.G. Hill, Building N, Silver Lake Pointe, Midwest I.V., and Zep Manufacturing. In reviewing the Development Assistance Agreements, Backman noticed some apparent discrepancies in what was paid and what should have been paid. Two of the payments (Bridges Leasing Co. for Midwest I.V., and Kenmark Partnership for Zep Manuf.)were determined to be appropriate and were authorized by the City. The other three are being reviewed. More complete information regarding these payments will be provided for the March EDC meeting. C. Developer/Business Meetings: Backman spoke of his priority to meet with the businesses in the community. Within the current economic climate some sectors have been doing better than others. He mentioned several businesses that he has toured and met with management. D. Discuss Disetronic Medical Systems Retention: Backman indicated that this medical device company located in Bldg. N is a business to keep an eye on. It has grown from 25+employees to over 120 during the past three years. It is close to running out of space, however, it has not been able to come to terms with the building owner to expand into more of the building or to purchase the building. Backman has met with Disetronic officials and representatives of Everest Development. Chairperson Belting appreciated Backman's efforts. He indicated that the EDC needs to be proactive on businesses like this and that we should be ready to do retention visits or other steps to keep the business growing in Mounds View. Commissioner Field pointed out the need for clear communication between the City (EDA) and the EDC on projects and issues. EDC Minutes February 1, 2002 Page 4 Ap p cr©viced 8. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, Chair Belting adjourned the February 1st meeting of the Economic Development Commission at 8:40 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Aaron Backman Economic Development Coordinator N:\DATA\GROUPS\ECONDEV\EDC\Minutes\Min02\2-1-02.doc