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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2008
7:30 A.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL Chair Helgemoe, Vice Chair Meehlhause, Commissioner Belting,
Commissioner Entsminger, Commissioner Johnson, Commissioner
Larson, Commissioner Wagner, Community Development Director
Jim Ericson and Economic Development Specialist Heidi Steinmetz
3. APPROVE EDC AGENDA
4. APPROVE EDC MINUTES:
A. November 16, 2007 EDC Minutes
5. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Recognize Outgoing Commissioners Jerry Jaker& Tom Field
• B. Oaths of Office-Incoming Commissioners Daniel Larson & Jennifer Wagner
C. Elect 2008 EDC Chairperson & Vice Chairperson
6. EDC BUSINESS
A. Discuss 2008 Economic Development Priorities
B. Review Economic Development Component of Comprehensive Plan
C. Discuss Public Communications and Marketing
7. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS
8. REPORTS OF STAFF
A. Medtronic Tour- Thursday, January 31, 2008
B. Premium Stop Redevelopment
C. Silver View Plaza
D. Totino's Italian Kitchen
8. NEXT EDC MEETING: Friday, February 15, 2008 at 7:30 A.M.
9. ADJOURNMENT
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Minutes of the Economic Development Commission
City of Mounds View
Ramsey County, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
November 16, 2007
City of Mounds View, Council Chambers
2401 Highway 18, Mounds Viewv, MN 55112 -
1. CALL T0ORDER:
Chairperson Jason Helgemoe called the meeting to order at 7:35 am.
2. ROLL CALL:
Members Present: GregBe|Ung. GeryKXeeh|hauoe. JaonnHe|gmnnoa. jerryJaker. ToniJmhnaon
Members Absent: Tom Field, Jackie Entsminger
Staff Present: Community Development Director Jim Ericson
Economic Development Specialist Heidi Steinmetz
3. APPROVAL OF EDC MINUTES:
• Motion/Second: Commissioner Jaker moved and Commissioner Johnson seconded the approval of
the October 1Q. 2OO7EDC minutes,
Motion Carried: 5 Ayes 0 Nays
4. SPECIAL BUSINESS
None.
5. EDC BUSINESS
Review Economic Development Component of Comprehensive Plan:
Economic Development Specialist Heidi Steinmetz introduced herself to the EDC. She providedher
background and stated that she is proud to be working for the City of Mounds View.
She continued with an overview of the EDC's discussion at the October 16n1EDC meeting regarding
the Comprehensive Plan. Since the EDC prefers to review the Economic Development component
in eeot}ono. Ms. Steinmetz suggested that the EDC discuss pages 90 and 91 today.
Commissioner Johnson suggested that the EDC start its review of the Economic Development
component by comparing it with the EDC's annual goals in addition to the City Council's Economic
Development goals. Staff offered to produce the side-by-side comparison of the goals for the next
EDC meeting.
Commissioner Belting mentioned that he would like more time to review the Economic Development
���0 portion of the plan. Commissioner Johnson suggested that the EDC set an internal goal to
�~ review/provide comments via e-mail by the next EDC meeting. Chairperson Helgemoe suggested
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that the December EDC meeting be cancelled to allow the EDC enough time to provide comments
(also because there does not seem to be any pressing issues for the EDC to consider in December).
Commissioner Meehlhause reminded the EDC that he represents the EDC on the Comprehensive
Plan task force. He added that the task force has reviewed Chapter 4 and there have not been
significant changes thus far.
It was of EDC consensus that comments be provided to staff regarding the entire Economic
Development component (pages 90-95) upon receiving the comparison from staff. Staff will then
provide a summary of the comments at the next meeting. It was also noted that additional changes
may arise during the EDO's January 2008 goals discussion.
6. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson Helgernoe reported on a Twin Cities North Chamber event that he attended recently at
the Janes Field (Anoka County)Airport regarding a new banquet/conference faciliurant that
may be constructed there. The building will be 50.000 square feet and worth $4 million. The
project's investor group still needs to raise $900,000 in stock to fully fund the p 'act. The pr 'act
has been'in the works"for a couple of years. CunnnniaaionerField also a�ended'the event.
Commissioner Johnson mentioned that the Schwan's Super Rink facility at the National Sports
Center in Blaine will be expanding to include a hotel/water park/restaurant.
She also thanked Commissioner Jaker for his years of service on the EDC. Since it appears that the
December EDC meeting will be cancelled, today is Commissioner Jeker'ofinal EDC meeting
because his term expires inDecember. Commissioner Jaherstated that ithas been anhonor and
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privilege to serve on the EDO.
7. REPORTS OF STAFF
A. Premium Stop Redevelopment: Economic Development Specialist Heidi Steinmetz stated that
the EDA approved a resolution this past Monday regarding a six-month Preliminary Development
Agreement with Master Development,which allows the developer exclusive negotiating rights to
assemble a project on the former Premium Stop site. Commissioner Belting added that he is
very impressed with the developer's credentials.
Chairperson He|gennoe inquired of Director Ericson whether or not the Robert's parcel is
involved in a forc|osure process. Director Ericson stated "yes" and that he
has placed a phone call to confirm that the redemption period has expired.
Commissioner Meehlhause inquired about the large pipes that are currently located on the
property. Director Ericson responded that the City is undergoing a project with Xcel Energy to
replace the 4-inch gas main that runs through the City with an 8-inch line. Commissioner
Johnson, employed by X-cel, added that the 4-inch line is 40 years old and that it's simply time
for an upgrade.
B. Silver View Plaza: Ms. Steinmetz reported that staff met with the property manager this week
and that it appears that until the City sets forth a redevelopment concept or vision for the property
that the property owner, Kraus-Anderson,will be taking a'wait and see"approach regarding the
future of the property.
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Staff asked if the EDC would like to discuss its vision for the property this morning. Chairperson
Helgemoe mentioned the renovation of Mounds View Square, located across Hwy 10 from Silver
View Plaza, and what a positive impact the p 'acthaahadonthebuiidingo' laaaeo.
Commissioner Jaker asked if Original Mattress Factory has found a new location. Director
Ericson responded that the company is currently negotiating a lease to locate within Northcourt
Commons, located in Blaine. It is anticipated that Original Mattress Factory will vacate their
current building in Mounds View by the end of the year.
Commissioner Belting, current Silver View Plaza tenant,added that a"wait and see"approach to
Silver View Plaza is not the right thing to do. He asked staff if Kraus-Anderson is willing to
provide a facelift to the building. Ms. Steinmetz responded that staff asked the property manager
that question this past week and the response was that Kraus-Anderson does not have plans to
reinvest in the building at this time. She suggested that the EDC and City Council begin
conceptualizing and that a mini-marketing or planning study be explored. Commissioner
Johnson suggested that an office building may be more appropriate for the site due to traffic and
site access issues, Chairperson Helgemoe asked if the site's access could be changed and
Director Ericson stated "no". Ms. Steirimetz added that the property owner indicated that they
have approached the County regarding a change in access and that the County is not interested.
Commissioner Johnson stated that the property should ~be in" with the adjacent
properties/amenities (the library, the Super America and the new walking trail). Commissioner
k8eeh|hmuse said that a senior housing facility may be a better utilization of the property,
10.eopooim||ysinoeahouaingfaoi|ityvvou|dnotnmeddireotocoeaotoHvvyHe �dded �hatthe
status of Silver View Plaza reminds him of Brighton Village,the Kraus-Anderson property located
in New Brighton at Silver Lake Road and 684. Director Ericson responded that staff did alert
���� CityKraus-Anderson that th� ofN1mundaVlovvhop�mtoavo�de �inni|orhowever the
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�- behind the scenes process of Brighton Village was not a case of Kraus-Anderson simply
postponing the site's nadeve/opnnent, which is encouraging for the City of Mounds View. He
added that Commissioner Meehlhause's idea of senior living is a good idea and that perhaps
retail is no longer viable on the site.
The consensus of the Commission was that it seems as though the "ball is in the City's court"
and that Kraus-Anderson should share the cost of the study.
C. Comprehensive Tnai|vvoyProject: Director Ericson stated that the City Council discussed the
feasibility report for trailway segments 1-5 (County Road H to Red Oak Drive)earlier this week
and that the engineer's estimate for the pject was substantially more than what the City had
earmarked. It is anticipated that the City Council will discuss potential funding solutions for the
project again in January during a work session, perhaps looking at eliminating some of the
project's extra amenities such as ornate grasses, etc. Since most of the City's TIF revenue has
now been dedicated to the Street& Utility Improvement Program, the City Council will also be
taking a closer look at prioritizing pjects in cojunction with the financial management plan for
the City. Director Ericson stated that this information will be shared with the EDC once available.
Commissioner Belting asked if the Council will be discussing whether or not Hwy 10 is on the
County's schedule for the years 2012 and beynnd, which is also when three of the City's TIF
Districts will axpira, and mentioned the reconstruction of Hwy 96 in Shoreview, which was
completed in cojunction with a trail system in that area. He added that it is nice that Mounds
View's Tax Increment money received through business growth was funneled back to the
community through the construction of trails. He also mentioned the importance of Public Works
removing trail obstructions such as the shrubs near the library (as the trail curves) because he
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��� D. The Mermaid: Director Ericson updated the Commission on the marketing sign that is located on
the corner of Hwy 10 and County Road H. The Mermaid's property owners are advertising a
1.4-acre parcel that does not currently exist. He explained that the property owners want to
gauge interest in the property prior to creating a new lot and having to go through the entire site
plan review process.
E. Harstad Townhomes (added to the agenda): Director Ericson distributed a press release
regarding the award-winning Harstad Townhomes. The townhomes won the Parade of Homes'
Reggie Award and People's Choice Award.
F. Other (added to the agenda): Commissioner Meehlhause asked Director Ericson about the
corner of County Road H2 and Long Lake Road. Director Ericson stated that a swimming pool
and tennis courts were supposed to be constructed there but that particular development
requirement was waived in response to the current and future townhome owners' request.
Commissioner Belting mentioned that it would be nice to tour the new Medtronic facility. Director
Ericson agreed and that all 4.000 employees may be moved into the new building by early
December. Commissioner Johnson added that traffic does not seem to have increased on Long
Lake Road as a result of the project. Commissioner Jaker added that traffic seems to be
maneuvering well on County Road J as well.
Commissioner Belting thanked Commissioner Jaker again for his service on the EDC.
Commissioner Meehlhause asked for the Commission's thoughts on FerraUgas'e request to
relocate to Mustang Circle in Mounds View, which is 700 feet from a residential neighborhood.
ThaEC)C\snotoonoernedwhththeoompanyitee|fhmweverthepropoaediocotioniemconcern
concern.
Director Ericson reminded the EDC that there will not be a December meeting.
8. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Conmnnioaion. Chairperson Helgemoe adjourned the
meeting 8:37 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Steinmetz
Economic DeveSpecialist
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Item Numbers: 5A-5C
Meeting Date: January 18, 2008
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Economic Development Commission
From: Heidi Steinmetz, Economic Development Specialist
Item Title/Subject: Special Business Items 5A-5C
5A. Recognize Outgoing Commissioners Jerry Jaker and Tom Field
The EDA approved a resolution recognizing outgoing EDC member Jerry Jaker's two
years of service on January 14, 2008 and the EDA will be recognizing outgoing EDC
member Tom Field's twelve years of service on February 11, 2008. Both Jerry and Tom
appreciate working with the EDC and wish incoming Commissioners Larson and
Wagner the best of luck.
5B. Oaths of Office for Incoming Commissioners Daniel Larson and Jennifer Wagner
Staff recommends that 2007 Chair Helgemoe lead the attached Oaths of Office for
• incoming Commissioners Daniel Larson and Jennifer Wagner.
5C. Elect 2008 Chairperson and Vice Chair
Per Section 408.07 of the EDC City Code, which is attached for the EDC's reference,
the EDC must appoint a chairperson and vice chairperson for the terms of one year.
Staff recommends that 2007 Chair Helgemoe lead the elections.
Attachments:
• Oaths of Office
• EDC City Code (Chapter 408)
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Specialist
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• City of Mounds View
Economic Development Commission
Oath of Office
I, Daniel Larson, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States and
of this state and to discharge faithfully the duties devolving upon me as a Economic
Development Commission member of the City of Mounds View to the best of my
judgment and ability.
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(Signature)
• Date:
Witness:
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H ei di Steinmetz
Economic Development Spealist
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Economic Development Commission
Oath of Office
I, Jennifer Wagner, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States
and of this state and to discharge faithfully the duties devolving upon me as a Economic
Development Commission member of the City of Mounds View to the best of my
judgment and ability.
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• Date:
Witness:
11eidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Spaist
408.01 408.03 (Rev.6/04)
CHAPTER 408
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMIVIISSION
SECTION:
408.01: Establishment
408.02: Purpose
408.03: Composition,Members,Qualification of Members,Terms of Office
408.04: Conflict of Interest
408.05: Compensation
408.06: Vacancies
408.07: Organization,Meetings
408.08: Expenditures
408.09: Duties of the Commission
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408.01: ESTABLISHMENT: The Economic Development Commission is hereby
established. The Economic Development Commission is referred to herein as the "Commission".
(Ord. 542,6-27-94)
408.02: PURPOSE: The Commission shall serve as an advisory commission to the
Economic Development Authority, hereinafter the "Authority", on matters relating to fostering a
positive economic climate, encouraging economic development and enhancing the tax base of the
City. The Commission shall also make recommendations to the Authority regarding retention and
expansion of existing businesses, attraction of desirable new businesses, redevelopment and
rehabilitation opportunities, and other appropriate economic development strategies. (Ord. 542,
6-27-94) V
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408.03 408.06 (Rev. 2/01)
408.03: COMPOSITION, MEMBERS, QUALIFICATION OF MEMBERS, TERMS
OF OFFICE: (Ord.677,2-12-01)
The Commission shall be composed of seven (7) equal voting members, including three (3)
business representatives and four (4) residents, appointed by the Authority Board of
Commissioners based on the recommendation of the Economic Development Commission, from
the applications submitted. Members shall have diverse qualifications with practical experience
consisting of not limited to, but including one.(1) of the following areas: economics, finance,
accounting, real estate, social services and marketing. For the purpose of initiating the
Commission,the terms of all members shall expire December 31, 1994. (Amended,Ord. 741,6-
28-04)
Beginning January 1995, three(3) members shall serve a one(1) year term, two (2)members shall
serve two (2) year terms and (2) members shall serve three (3) year terms. Thereafter, members
shall serve three (3)year staggered terms,with terms expiring December 31 of each year. At least
two (2) of these terms, but not more than three (3) terms shall expire each year. The appointees
shall be duly sworn and take office at the first regular meeting of the Commission in the month of
January each year. Both original and successive appointees shall hold their offices until their
successors are appointed and qualified.(Ord. 546,7-25-94;Ord.677,2-12-01)
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408.04: CONFLICT OF INTEREST: No person shall be appointed with private or
personal interest likely to conflict with the general public interest. If any person appointed shall find
that their private or personal interests are involved in any matter coming before the Commission,
they shall disqualify themselves from taking part in action on the matter, alternatively,they may be
disqualified by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Commissioners in attendance. (Ord. 542,
6-27-94)
408.05: COMPENSATION: Members of the Commission shall serve without
compensation. (Ord. 542,6-27-94)
408.06: VACANCIES:
Subd. 1. Termination of Appointment Any Commission member designing to terminate their
appointment to the Commissioner before the expiration of their term shall give written
notification to the Commission chairperson of their intentions. It should be the duty of the
chairperson of the Commission to notify the Authority promptly of any vacancies. The
Authority president,with approval of a majority of the Authority Board of Commissioners,
shall appoint a new member from applications received for the unfulfilled portion of the
term.
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408.06 408.07
Subd. 2. Removal from Office: Any member of the Commission may be removed from office for
just cause and on written charges by at least four-fifths (4/5) of the entire Authority. Such
member may be entitled to a public hearing before such a vote is taken. An appointed
member may also be removed by the Authority for nonattendance at Commission meetings
if a Commissioner is absent from five (5) regularly scheduled meetings per year or from
three(3)consecutive meetings,without the consent of the Commission.(Ord. 542,6-27-94)
408.07: ORGANIZATION,MEETINGS:
Subd. 1. Organization: At the first regular meeting of the year,the Commission shall appoint a
chairperson from among its voting members. This appointment shall be subject to Authority
approval and shall consist of a one (1)year term. The position of chair shall rotate among
members,with no Commissioner serving in that capacity for more than two (2) consecutive
terms. The Commission shall also elect a vi ce-chair from among its appointed members for
a term of one (1) year. The Commission may create and fill such other offices from its
members as it may determine to transact Commission business.
• Subd. 2. Regular Meetings: The Commission shall hold at least one (1) regular meeting each
month at a time which the Commission shall fix by resolution.
Subd. 3. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or by any two (2)
members of the Commission by a written notice filed with the Clerk-Administrator who
then shall notify all members of the Commission of the time and date of the special meeting,
at least three(3)days before the meeting date.
Subd. 4. Quorum: A majority of the appointed voting Commission members shall constitute a
quorum.
Subd. 5. Voting Privileges: Each of the appointed members shall have equal voting privileges.
Subd. 6. Bylaws: The Commission shall adopt bylaws for its governance and for the transaction
of its business. The bylaws will be reviewed on an annual basis at the first regular meeting
in February.
Subd. 7. Records: A recording secretary shall keep a record of attendance at Commission
meetings, a record of resolutions and votes and abstentions on each question requiring a
vote. The record of the Commission shall be a public record.
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408.07 408.09
Subd. 8. Report: The Authority may request an annual report from the Commission without
having received consent of its content by a majority of the Commission members at a
regular or special meeting of the Commission.(Ord.542,6-27-94)
408.08: EXPENDITURES: The Commission may request from the Authority such funds
as may be necessary and proper for the conduct of its duties. (Ord. 542,6-27-94)
408.09: DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION: In order to carry on its purpose, the
Commission shall:
Subd. 1. Confer with and advise the Authority on all matters concerning the industrial and
commercial development and redevelopment of the City.
Subd. 2. Publicize, with the consent of the Authority, the industrial and commercial advantages
and opportunities of the City.
Subd. 3. Collect data and information as to the type of industries and commerce best suited to the
City.
faSubd. 4. Survey the overall condition of the City from the standpoint of determining whether the
City has a community climate for industry and to determine the general receptiveness of the
City of particular types of industry.
Subd. 5. Publicize information as to the general advantages of industrial and commercial
development and redevelopment in a comminity. 1
Subd. 6. Cooperate with all industries and businesses in the City and in the solution of any
community problems which they may have, and to encourage the expansion, development
and management of such industries and business so as to promote the general welfare of the
City.
Subd. 7. Coordinate the Economic Development activities of the various groups active in the City.
Subd. 8. Recommend zoning changes and development of areas suitable for industrial and
commercial development and redevelopment to the Planning Commission.
Subd. 9. Develop, compile, coordinate and publicize information such as, but not limited to the
following:
a. Existing industrial and commercial concerns within the City, their addresses, types of
business,number of employees and whether each serves local,regional or national markets.
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b. Available industrial and commercial sites including number of acres and square footage,
approximate price,existing zoning and proximity to highways.
c. Available buildings for industrial and commercial operations,including type of buildings,
number of square feet,existing zoning and proximity to highways.
d. Transportation facilities, including railroads, motor carriers, water transportation, air
transportation and highway facilities that serve the area.
e. Electric power available.
f. Fuels available for industrial and commercial use.
g. Sewage disposal facilities.
h. Water supply facilities.
i. Community facilities such as fire,police and educational.
j. Recreational facilities.
k. Going wage rate in the City for the trades, skilled and semi-skilled and white collar
workers.
1. Availability of labor.
m. General community attitude toward industrial and commercial expansion,development,
redevelopment and attraction.
n. Experience and programs of surrounding communities in regards to industrial and
commercial expansion,development,redevelopment and attraction.
o. Financial and technical resources available to new and existing businesses at the local,
County, State and national levels for economic expansion and vitality.
Subd. 10. Recommend Authority and Planning Commission policies and partiCular actions in
regards to industrial and commercial expansion development,redevelopment and attraction.
Subd. 11. Cooperate with and use the services of the Minnesota Department of Trade and
Economic Development,Minnesota Housing Finance Authority and any other organizations
at the national, State, County and local levels that are deemed conducive to the overall
vitality of the City.
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Subd. 12. The Commission shall have the power to appoint task forces of a size and nature it may
deem necessary and may enlist the aid of persons and/or organizations who are not members
of the Commission.
Subd. 13. The Commission shall have no power to make contracts, levy taxes, borrow money or
condemn property, but shall have the full power and responsibility to investigate the
necessity and recommend the taking of these and any other actions related to the industrial
and commercial development and redevelopment by the Authority and all other officers of
the City responsible to formulate the terms of and the procedure for taking such action.
Subd. 14. Review the City's existing housing stock analysis and make recommendations to the
Authority regarding mechanisms for the rehabilitation of said housing stock. (Ord. 542,
6-27-94)
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1111 City of Mounds View
Item Numbers: 6A
Meeting Date: January 18, 2008
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
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To: Economic Development Commission
From: Heidi Steinmetz, Economic Development Specialist
Item Title/Subject: Discuss 2008 Economic Development Priorities
Background:
Each year, the EDC discusses its goals for the upcoming year. It is now time to discuss
the EDC's 2008 goals and priority projects. In 2007, the EDC ranked its top three
priority projects as the following:
1) Premium Stop Redevelopment Area
2) Silver View Plaza
3) County Highway 10 Redevelopment
The entire 2007 priority list is attached for the EDC's reference.
Discussion:
Below are brief updates regarding the EDC's top three 2007 priority projects:
Premium Stop Redevelopment Area
• The EDA entered into a Preliminary Development Agreement through April 2008
with Master Development for the former Premium Stop gas station site,
• The EDA may consider authorizing a grant application to the State on January
28th to assist with the acquisition and redevelopment of Robert's Sports Bar,
Silver View Plaza
• The former property manager indicated in early November 2007 that Kraus-
Anderson may cost-share a market study with the EDA.
• Staff solicited market study quotes and forwarded them to Kraus-Anderson on
December 21, 2007.
• Kraus-Anderson responded that they are not willing to cost-share a study at this
time.
• A new Kraus-Anderson property manager is expected to be hired in early 2008.
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0 • Silver View Chiropractic is relocating to Mounds View City Center Suites this
week.
• A new massage therapy business is also relocating to Silver View Plaza this
week.
• More information on a Charter school prospect for Silver View Plaza wiH be
available in a month or so.
County Highway 10 Redevelopment
• Please see the Premium Stop Redevelopment Area and Silver View Plaza
updates above.
• Feasibility report for the Comprehensive Trailway Project segments 1 through 5
(County Road H to Red Oak Drive)will be discussed at a future Council meeting.
Segments 9 and 10 (Silver Lake Road to Long Lake Road) were completed
earlier this year.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the EDC discuss last year's priorities and how they relate to the
attached side-by-side comparison to the City Council's Economic Development goals
and the City's Comprehensive Plan.
1111 Attachments:
• EDC 2007 Priorities
• Side-by-Side Comparison
Respectfully submitted,
fnel'o -'
Heidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Specialist
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
2007 PRIORITIES
In January and February the members of the Mounds View EDC discussed the results of
economic development activities during 2006 and considered economic development
priorities for Mounds View in 2007. Potential projects were discussed and ranked by
consensus in the following manner:
1. Premium Stop Redevelopment Area (Inc. adjacent parcels on H2, County Hwy 10
and Woodale areas)
2. Silver View Plaza Promotion/Renewal (High vacancy; invite KA Management to
EDA Mtg.)
3. Development/Redevelopment along County Hwy 10 Corridor(Inc. trails and other
amenities)
4. Skyline Motel Property Redevelopment for Manufacturing or Commercial Use
• 5. PAK Building Redevelopment (Possibly inc. adjacent parcels)
6. Saturn Redevelopment/ MultiTech Vacant Parcel Development (Former only If
there is a change regarding Saturn of St. Paul dealership property)
7. Knollwood Place (Moving ahead with townhouse project by Integra Homes).
8. Bauer Welding & Metal Fabricators Expansion
9. Laport Meadows Housing Development (Possibly inc. adjacent parcels)
10. Exploration of potential Sherwood / Greenwood Housing Development
11. Consider need for greater promotion of customer attendance at Carmike /
Wynnsong 15 Theater
12. Johnson Property Development
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Item No. 6B
Meeting Date: January 18, 2008
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
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To: Economic Development Commission
From: Heidi Steinmetz, Economic Development Specialist
Item Title/Subject: Review Economic Development Component of
Comprehensive Plan
Background:
The City's Comprehensive Plan is a policy document, which was last updated in
2001. It is meant to be a guiding document or framework for the future of the
community. Commissioner Meehlhause represents the EDC on the
Comprehensive Plan Task Force, which was formed earlier this year. EDC
members are welcomed to attend Comprehensive Plan Task Force meetings,
held the second Wednesday of each month, to provide input on the entire plan.
It is anticipated that the draft update will be completed by June of 2008 with the
final document ready for adoption by the City Council by December of 2008.
The Comprehensive Plan Task Force asks that all City boards and commissions
provide input on relevant sections of the plan (i.e. the EDC is asked to review the
attached Economic Development component of the plan). On October 19, 2007,
the EDC opted to review the Economic Development component of the plan in
sections beginning on November 16, 2007. On November 16th, the EDC asked
that staff provided a side-by-side comparison, as attached in item 6A, between
the Comprehensive Plan, the EDC's 2007 priorities and the City Council's most
recent Economic Development goals and strategies. The EDC's goal was to
provide staff with comments via e-mail prior to the January 18th EDC meeting.
Discussion:
Comments provided by EDC members via e-mail include the following and are
"flagged" in the attached Economic Development component of the
Comprehensive Plan:
• Page 90, paragraph 4 — broaden this statement (i.e. "pursue retail or office
businesses")
• Page 91, first bullet— add a statement that would measure if a business is
making a positive contribution to the local economy (i.e. "through jobs,
taxes, zero violations")
• Page 91, bullet 3 - add residential development (i.e. "attract new
410 commercial, industrial and residential")
• • Page 91, repeat bullet 5 on page 90 in order to better clarify in what cases
the City would consider acquisition of property
• Page 92, bullet 7 and sub-bullets — review the wording
• Page 93 - add a bullet about the highly ranked school district
• Page 93 - add a bullet about updating the infrastructure of our streets
• Page 94, first full bullet— update to reflect the current market
• Page 95 - add a bullet addressing "unsafe" properties or those with many
police calls or health violations.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the EDC suggest agreed upon changes or updates in
order for staff to present them to the Comprehensive Plan Task Force on March
12th.
Attachment:
• Economic Development Component of the Comprehensive Plan
Respectfully submitted,
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Heidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Specialist
City of Mounds View Comprehensive Plan
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Mounds View's future economic development will be governed and directed by a set of basic goals,
principles and assumptions. The most important of these are set forth below.
The redevelopment or expansion of an existing business,new commercial or industrial development,
or residential housing will be considered even if it involves the possible acquisition,demolition or
relocation of an existing business or residential homes.
The redevelopment or expansion of an existing business, or new commercial or industrial
development,or residential housing will be considered if a reasonable opportunity for public input
has been provided,particularly by those business owners and homeowners who could potentially be
affected. Whether or not such parties support (or, at a minimum, do not oppose) any proposed
redevelopment, expansion, new development or new project will be one of the more important
factors in determining the City's position with respect to any such proposal. In the final analysis,the
City's goal will be to determine whether the actual or potential benefits to the City(from any such
proposal) outweigh the actual or potential negative impacts on individuals, businesses or the
community as a whole.
The City will actively market itself to selected target audiences as a prime location for specific types
of businesses and industries. In order to continuously refine and review its objectives as economic
‘tlj conditions and realities change,the City(through the EDC and/or the EDA)will annually update its
09' J list of targeted businesses and industries.Although the City will respond in a timely and businesslike
\r,s 0 ?` ‘r, manner to all requests for information about the City's suitability as a business location,City staff
(iNi members will focus their attention on those requests that come from businesses of the type that
13_,Sk' a pear on the City's target list.
In light of the increasing mobility of businesses in general,the City's future economic development
efforts will focus on retaining existing businesses and industries in the community,in some cases by
helping to create circumstances under which they can expand to meet their customers needs and/or
their own desire to grow and prosper financially. Given the fact that the City is almost fully
developed,and in order to improve the City's tax base and improve the City's visual aesthetics,the
City also intends to devote significant attention to redeveloping aging, obsolete, blighted or
otherwise underdeveloped structures. Additionally,the City will explore the opportunities that are
presented by the few remaining parcels of undeveloped property. In some cases this may involve
assisting the owners of such parcels with the marketing of their properties to prospective developers.
The City recognizes that the maintenance of an ad equate workforce will be one of the most serious
challenges that will face business and industry for much of the foreseeable future, and that the
private sector and/or educational institutions will be primarily responsible for addressing and
resolving workforce issues. However,the City is prepared to assist with such efforts by working
collaboratively with others who are concerned about such issues. The nature of the City's assistance
may include having City representatives serve on local and regional committees,commissions and
agencies devoted to this important topic.
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PRIORITIES FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DECISIONS
In order to expand the City's tax base and thereby provide property tax relief for homeowners,the
City of Mounds View's economic development priorities and objectives are,in general,as follows:
----> • Retain existing businesses that make positive contributions to the local economy.
• Provide ireasonable and prudent level of assistance(financial or otherwise)to enable existing
businesses to expand their operations andJor facilities in Mounds View.
• Attract new commercial and industrial development.
• Encourage the development of new office space,warehouse space and retail operations that will
enable Mounds View to offer services,facilities and goods that are not presently available in the
community,or that are unavailable in sufficient quantity or quality.
• Pursue the redevelopment of parcels and sites that are aesthetically displeasing,contaminated,
blighted,abandoned,or otherwise underdeveloped.
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• Facilitate communications between and among the City,Ramsey County,local businesses,the
4) Chamber of Commerce,local educational institutions,and any other parties or entities having a
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e/ direct or indirect interest in the continued economic prosperity of Mounds View.
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90 • The City will continually develop and review more specific priorities in order to provide
guidance to City staff,business owners,developers,and residents with respect to intended areas
of concentration(geographic and otherwise).
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RESOURCES TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Resources to support economic development can be defined as any facts,programs or circumstances
that enhance Mounds View's ability to attract new businesses,retain and expand existing businesses,
or assist in the preservation of a vibrant,diverse local economy. Such resources currently include
the following:
• Close proximity to Interstate 35-W, allowing relatively quick and easy access to the
downtown areas of Minneapolis and St. Paul, and to other portions of the Twin Cities
metropolitan area.
• Good internal traffic circulation.
• Successful,attractive business parks.
• Visible evidence of new commercial activity, storefront improvements, remodeling, and
other indications of local economic health.
• Ongoing efforts to enhance the appearance of, and to better coordinate planning for the
further development of,the County Highway 10 corridor and the community at large.
• • Local business owners who are interested in expanding their operations and improving the
appearance of their properties.
• The potential availability of City assistance for appropriate development or redevelopment
projects.
o Tax increment financing is a type of assistance that has been provided by the City in the
rid i I past, and City-assisted funding for cosmetic and operational improvements has been
0a rr���z J provided through the Business Improvement Partnership Loan program.
0' o These types of City assistance have been,and will continue to be,provided in a manner
�U1 Ve ti consistent with the City's written policies regarding such assistance,and will generally
be limited to situations in which their use w ill enable the City to attract a new business,
k0 retain or expand an existing business,provide new employment opportunities,enhance
,LiD the City's tax base,or otherwise improve the appearance or vitality of the local business
5 economy. .
o The City will continually monitor and periodically evaluate its programs and policies
regarding development and redevelopment assistance in order to make certain that they
are helping the City meet its economic development goals,priorities and objectives.
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• Parcels of land that are suitable for development or redevelopment.
• An active local Chamber of Commerce.
• A coordinated approach to local planning and development issues, as evidenced by the
ongoing workof the I-35W Corridor Coalition.
• A plentiful supply of life-cycle housing to accommodate a wide range of incomes.
• Easy access to mass transit for workers who need or prefer to use such methods of
transportation.
• The proximity of the Anoka County Airport in Blaine. •
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES
The effectiveness of local economic development can be enhanced by continuously assessing,and
attempting to address,any circumstances that might negatively impact the local business climate.
Such circumstances may include those that might:
• a. make a developer or business owner less inclined to establish a new business in Mounds
View;or
b. make a developer or business owner less inclined to relocate an existing business to Mounds
View; or
c. make an existing Mounds View business less inclined to expand its operation in Mounds
View;or
d. make an existing Mounds View business consider moving its operation to another
community; or
e. adversely affect, in some other way, the ability of an existing Mounds View business to
achieve economic success.
The preceding circumstances are,to varying degrees,mitigated by the presence of financial and
other incentives that encourage or allow economic development.Successful economic development
will continue to require the careful monitoring of these existing and developing challenges so that
realistic and timely efforts can be made to emphasize Mounds View's many positive attributes in
order to effectively minimize or counteract negative perceptions or circumstances.Examples of such
future efforts may include the following:
• In order to address the relative scarcity of ra w land suitable for new construction,and in light
o f the small size of the few remaining parcels of undeveloped land,
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• Prepare and periodically update an inventory of undeveloped land,
• List undeveloped parcels on the City web site with the knowledge and consent of their
owners/agent,
• Acquire and/or clear underdeveloped sites suitable for new construction,
• Focus development efforts on businesses suitable for smaller lots, and investigate the
possibility of combining adjoining lots to accommodate larger businesses.
• In situations involving unrealistic price expectations on the part of those who own undeveloped
parcels of land(i.e., asking prices well in excess of actual market value),
O. NN,>....„. • Wait for the market to catch up with currently excessive asking prices and
• Investigate options that might reduce those prices(offering relocation assistance,etc.).
• In cases involving actual or perceived neighborhood opposition to commercial development of
certain types in certain areas,
• Survey nearby residents to determine their preferences and/or
• Arrange neighborhood meetings or public hearings in connection with proposed
commercial development(s).
• In situations where owners ofunderdeveloped parcels(especially residential homeowners and
owners of old or obsolete commercial structures) are unwilling to sell, thereby delaying or
preventing the development of those properties to their highest and best use,
• Arrange meetings with the owners,
• Provide current information to them regarding the potential market value of their
properties,
• Develop or refine City relocation policies,or
• Consider the use of eminent domain only as a last resort.
• In order to strengthen Mounds View's identity,
• Continue work on the development and improvement of County Highway 10,
• Maintain a high profile within the local and regional business communities,
• Attempt to develop a greater sense of community,and
• Handle business climate inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Given the scarcity of attractive office space and rental warehouse/office space, encourage
new construction to meet these needs.
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• Due to the potentially high cost of some of the available methods of aggressively recruiting
the most attractive new business prospects and/or marketing Mounds View as a business
location, investigate and use the more cost-effective and/or more carefully targeted
recruitment/marketing techniques.
• Inasmuch as limited funds are available for the funding of business incubator programs,
enterprise facilitation projects or other initiatives designed to help new businesses get
started locally,
• Pursue grants to fund such programs,
• Establish collaborations with other governmental entities and non-profit organizations,
and
• Serve as a clearinghouse for information about assistance(financial and otherwise)that
may be available from sources other than the City.
• In light of the limited selection of tools that are available to the City to finance or promote
economic development,monitor developments affecting economic development and(where
appropriate) make recommendations regarding alternative, new or improved methods of
• providing advice, assistance or encouragement.
• Due to the high cost of redeveloping property vs.developing property,participate in seeking
creative solutions to the financing challenges inherent in potential redevelopment projects.
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Item No. 6C
Meeting Date: January 18, 2008
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report •
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To: Economic Development Commission
From: Heidi Steinmetz, Economic Development Specialist
Item Title/Subject: Discuss Public Communications and Marketing
Background:
The City of Mounds View does not have a comprehensive public communications
or marketing plan for the City. It is important to adopt such plans and strategies if
the City is interested in effectively expending its marketing dollars rather than
conducting "random marketing". It is also important if the City would like to
portray a certain image to its current and potential residents and businesses in
addition to the development and redevelopment communities.
4111 Discussion:
Staff is interested in the EDC's thoughts regarding this issue because staff has
received an advertising request from the Twin Cities North Chamber's advertising
consultant. In the past, the City has expended $1,000 of its marketing dollars on
placing an ad in the Twin Cities North Chamber map. Does the EDC feel that
expending these dollars is the highest and best utilization of the EDA's marketing
funds?
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that an assessment be completed of the City's public
communications and marketing efforts to date in order to assist the City in
forming public communications and marketing goals. The assessment could be
completed by a third party public communications and marketing expert in order
to achieve an unbiased viewpoint.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Specialist
2008 Mounds View EDC Priorities
The EDC developed and approved the following priorities in January/February 2008:
1. Development/redevelopment along County Hwy 10 Corridor
a. Premium Stop Redevelopment Area
b. Saturn Dealership
c. Silver View Plaza
d. Trailway connections to businesses
e. PAK building
f. Establish partnerships among neighboring cities in order to
strengthen the County Hwy 10 corridor (i.e. potential name
change for County Hwy 10)
g. Knollwood Place & Johnson Property
2. Skyline Motel Redevelopment
3. Monitor and assist with City-wide housing projects