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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-16-2015 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL FRIDAY, January 16, 2015 7:30 A.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 4. APPROVE MINUTES FROM December 19, 2014 5. EDC BUSINESS A. Administer Oath of Office, Jessica Rieland, Laurie Shoop, and Royal Dahlstrom B. Elect Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson 6. REPORTS OF STAFF A. Mounds View Business Retention & Expansion and Project Updates 7. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – February 20, 2015 9. ADJOURN Commissioners: Chair Jason Helgemoe, Dan Larson, Jim Freichels, Gary Stevenson, Jessica Rieland, Laurie Shoop, and Royal Dahlstrom City Staff: Jim Ericson, City Administrator Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Minutes of the Economic Development Commission City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting December 19, 2014 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Greg Belting called the meeting to order at approximately 7:30 am. 2. ROLL CALL Members Present: Chair Greg Belting and Commissioners Jim Freichels, Gary Stevenson, Jason Helgemoe, Jessica Birken and Dan Larson Members Absent: Commissioner Jim Paron Staff Present: City Administrator, Jim Ericson Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator 3. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 19, 2014, AGENDA Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded the approval of the December 19, 2014, EDC agenda. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 4. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 17, 2014, EDC MINUTES Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson moved and Commissioner Birken seconded the approval of the October 17, 2014 EDC minutes, as presented. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 5. EDC BUSINESS EDC Applications-Provide Recommendation to EDA Chair Belting announced this was his last meeting and thanked the Commission for his past 14 years as a Commissioner. Chair Belting reported that the Commission has been great to work with, the city has a great addition with the hiring of Brian Beeman as the Business Development Coordinator, and City Administrator Ericson has been fantastic to work with. Gary Meehlhause, who was in the audience and former EDC Commissioner, is now a City Council Member who has shown his support over the years. The Commission and community have been very supportive of economic development. Coordinator Beeman reported that Jim Paron is moving out of Mounds View and therefore will not be submitting his application for a second term. Also, Jessica Birken has submitted her resignation due to her many other priorities leaving openings for two Resident and one Business Representative. There were three applicants, two for the Resident Representative Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 2 of 5 opening and one for the Business Representative opening. Royal Dahlstrom, a Resident Applicant was present, and provided his background of being a chef for 26 years and who also has been involved in business development activities. Coordinator Beeman provided the background information on Laurie Shoop, a Resident applicant who has been a resident of Mounds View for 35 years and Jessica Rieland, a Business Representative from Biolife Plasma Services. Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Larson seconded the motion to approve all three applications to be appointed to the EDC Commission as a recommendation to the EDA. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays Approve a Meeting Schedule for 2015 Business Development Coordinator Beeman informed the Commissioners of the bylaw requirements to set the annual meeting dates and time for the upcoming year. Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson made a motion and Commissioner Birken seconded the motion to approve Resolution No. 14-EDC-38, establishing the calendar of meeting dates for 2015. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 6. REPORTS OF STAFF Business Retention & Expansion and Project Updates Business Development Coordinator, Beeman provided the Commission with an update on Crossroad Pointe redevelopment site. Coordinator Beeman had two 4 X 8 signs marketing the 4.25 acres installed. Marketing brochures of the site were also created and distributed. Beeman has contacted over 30 developers and is in regular contact with five of them who have shown interest. Three developers seem serious with one developer interested in a medical facility, another interested in a restaurant, and a third, has not specified, but is known for constructing mixed use buildings. Beeman noted that contact will be made again after the first of the year. Coordinator Beeman explained what BR&E visits are and noted that over 10 visits have been completed. A summary report of the visits was provided to the Commission earlier in the week and Chair Belting congratulated Beeman on doing a great job. Beeman thanked the Commission and noted that many of the businesses are busy this time of year making it difficult to schedule more visits until after the first of the year 2015 when the visits will pick up again. Beeman reported that many of the businesses are reporting an increase in their numbers over last year and some are still recovering from the “Great Recession”. Albert’s Organic Foods is relocating mid-summer 2015 to Prescott, Wisconsin. They are constructing a 300,000 Sq. Ft. facility. Chair Belting asked if the company owned the building or if they were leasing and asked about how many square feet the space was. Beeman reported that the company is leasing the space and he didn’t know square footage off hand, but has the exact square footage number in his office. Beeman reported that he is in regular contact with the building owners to fill the vacancy. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 3 of 5 Beeman reported that he has made contact with over 70 businesses in health and welfare visits. Beeman explained the difference between formal BR&E visits and health and welfare visits, noting that appointments are made and tours provided by the company in BR&E visits, while health and welfare visits are less formal g iving the owner or manager on duty a chance to provide a quick snap shot of their business operations while allowing the city to establish a point of contact and learn of any issues the business might have that the city might be able to assist with. Beeman noted that some trends or common questions from businesses are about temporary signage, when County Road 10 will be renamed, and available lots and lease space. Overall, businesses are doing well. Beeman is working with a few companies in expansions, contractions, and relocations. While the expansions are normally positive for the community, it creates challenges in Mounds View due to the limited developable land availability. Beeman’s goal is to meet with every business in the city the first year, about 130 total, then establish a regular schedule, meeting with at least one business per week, so as to stagger visits each annually Beeman provided an update from the December 10, 2014 Mounds View Business Council meeting, summarizing County Commissioner Blake Huffman’s comments on the TCAAP development site, otherwise known as Rice Creek Commons. It is a 430 acre site purchased by Ramsey County for $28.5 million. It will be a city within a city becoming a premier spot for restaurants, entertainment, and grocery store chains. Over 1,400 housing units are expected to be built in the northeastern and northern edge of the site and about 4,000 residents, and 4,300 jobs. Beeman reported the breakdown of the zoning and number of acres dedicated for each type of zoning. Beeman noted, the City of Arden Hills will be adopting the TCAAP Master Plan and zoning code as soon as February 2016. Beeman also updated the Commission the I-35W & County Road H interchange project which will be completed in the spring of 2016 which will include a roundabout on the east side of 35W. The intersection of County Road 10 and County Road H will also be completed in 2016. I - 35W and County Road I interchange is proposed to be completed in the spring of 2015 and will also include a roundabout on the TCAAP side. An intersection will be completed connecting the spine road through the TCAAP site to Highway 96. Finally, the I -35W and Highway 96 interchange will be a divergent diamond intersection and is expected to be completed spring 2015. Coordinator Beeman provided updates on a number of other projects: Construction of the new Biolife facility is about 20% complete and is on track to open July 2015. It is a $6 million investment. Build to Suit, the developer, is also selling the 2.78 acre site north of the new Biolife facility and Beeman is working with a local company on an expansion project for the site. Snap Grocery Store, formerly known as Sam’s, is renovating the building located at County Road I and Edgewood Drive. New refrigeration units have been installed to the new neighborhood grocery store. The business is expected to open after the first of the year. Beeman reported that Tom Frazen Sports Collectibles has moved from its Mounds View Square location to its new Edgewood Plaza location next to Carmike Cinema. They are using the vacant space adjacent to them for card shows and events. Chair Belting encouraged residents and other Commissioners to visit the store noting the high volume of merchandise and its appeal to sports minded individuals. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 4 of 5 State Farm Insurance Company has moved next to Subway sandwich shop and will open January 2015. Apple Tree Dental opened June 2014 adding $5 million investment to the community. They still need to complete the build-out on the second floor for their corporate offices in the next year or so. Bel Rae Senior Residential Facility is about 40% complete. Some of the units have been painted and electrical is being installed. They are still on schedule to open spring 2015. Ebenezer, the management company is leasing temporary space in the Community Center until the new building is built. Finally, Pat’s Muffler Shop located at 2848 County Road 10 closed and the city has been receiving interest from car dealerships. Beeman reported that the city code currently doesn’t allow those types of used for lots less than two acres. Beeman added that Tire’s N More recently closed its business in Mounds View and has moved to Fridley. The current business owners own the building and are considering selling the building, however, no signs have been posted and the building is not listed for sale anywhere. Commissioner Birken complimented Coordinator Beeman on a good effort and job well done by visiting over 70 businesses in a short amount of time. Chair Belting also thanked Mr. Beeman noting the detailed reports, time, and dedication. Belting also saw humor in Beeman’s staff reports when he read that some of the businesses thought he was an inspector at first, in some of his business visits. Beeman added that most of the businesses have been visited before but it has been a long time and others had not been visited. Once they realized that he was not an inspector, they were more open to Beeman’s visits and they stated their appreciation for the city showing interest in their operations. Chair Belting asked when the I-35W and Highway 96 interchange will be completed. Coordinator Beeman said the project is expected to be completed in 2015. Chair Belting thanked Beeman for providing such a complete update. 7. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Chair Belting asked if any Commissioners had any questions for Coordinator Beeman or updates. The Commissioners didn’t have questions for Beeman and didn’t have any further updates. Chair Belting reported that the next meeting will be January 16, 2015. Gary Meehlhause, former EDC Member and current City Council Member, thanked Commissioner Birken for her service and noted his understanding for her needing to remove herself from the Commission having other priorities such as small children and praised her for serving on the Commission for the past year. Meehlhause also thanked Commissioner Paron, even though he was not present at the meeting, highlighting his rich family history in Mounds View. Finally, Meehlhause thanked Chair Belting for his many years of service, dedication, and support to him on the Commission and in becoming a City Council Member. He encouraged the other members to continue to serve the community as Commissioners and in attending the Mounds View Business Council meetings. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 5 of 5 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – January 16, 2015 9. ADJOURN There being no further business, the December 19, 2014, meeting adjourned at 8:02 am. Respectfully submitted, _______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL FRIDAY, January 16, 2015 7:30 A.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 4. APPROVE MINUTES FROM December 19, 2014 5. EDC BUSINESS A. Administer Oath of Office, Jessica Rieland, Laurie Shoop, and Royal Dahlstrom B. Elect Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson 6. REPORTS OF STAFF A. Mounds View Business Retention & Expansion and Project Updates 7. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – February 20, 2015 9. ADJOURN Commissioners: Chair Jason Helgemoe, Dan Larson, Jim Freichels, Gary Stevenson, Jessica Rieland, Laurie Shoop, and Royal Dahlstrom City Staff: Jim Ericson, City Administrator Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Minutes of the Economic Development Commission City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting December 19, 2014 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Greg Belting called the meeting to order at approximately 7:30 am. 2. ROLL CALL Members Present: Chair Greg Belting and Commissioners Jim Freichels, Gary Stevenson, Jason Helgemoe, Jessica Birken and Dan Larson Members Absent: Commissioner Jim Paron Staff Present: City Administrator, Jim Ericson Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator 3. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 19, 2014, AGENDA Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded the approval of the December 19, 2014, EDC agenda. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 4. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 17, 2014, EDC MINUTES Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson moved and Commissioner Birken seconded the approval of the October 17, 2014 EDC minutes, as presented. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 5. EDC BUSINESS EDC Applications-Provide Recommendation to EDA Chair Belting announced this was his last meeting and thanked the Commission for his past 14 years as a Commissioner. Chair Belting reported that the Commission has been great to work with, the city has a great addition with the hiring of Brian Beeman as the Business Development Coordinator, and City Administrator Ericson has been fantastic to work with. Gary Meehlhause, who was in the audience and former EDC Commissioner, is now a City Council Member who has shown his support over the years. The Commission and community have been very supportive of economic development. Coordinator Beeman reported that Jim Paron is moving out of Mounds View and therefore will not be submitting his application for a second term. Also, Jessica Birken has submitted her resignation due to her many other priorities leaving openings for two Resident and one Business Representative. There were three applicants, two for the Resident Representative Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 2 of 5 opening and one for the Business Representative opening. Royal Dahlstrom, a Resident Applicant was present, and provided his background of being a chef for 26 years and who also has been involved in business development activities. Coordinator Beeman provided the background information on Laurie Shoop, a Resident applicant who has been a resident of Mounds View for 35 years and Jessica Rieland, a Business Representative from Biolife Plasma Services. Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Larson seconded the motion to approve all three applications to be appointed to the EDC Commission as a recommendation to the EDA. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays Approve a Meeting Schedule for 2015 Business Development Coordinator Beeman informed the Commissioners of the bylaw requirements to set the annual meeting dates and time for the upcoming year. Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson made a motion and Commissioner Birken seconded the motion to approve Resolution No. 14-EDC-38, establishing the calendar of meeting dates for 2015. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 6. REPORTS OF STAFF Business Retention & Expansion and Project Updates Business Development Coordinator, Beeman provided the Commission with an update on Crossroad Pointe redevelopment site. Coordinator Beeman had two 4 X 8 signs marketing the 4.25 acres installed. Marketing brochures of the site were also created and distributed. Beeman has contacted over 30 developers and is in regular contact with five of them who have shown interest. Three developers seem serious with one developer interested in a medical facility, another interested in a restaurant, and a third, has not specified, but is known for constructing mixed use buildings. Beeman noted that contact will be made again after the first of the year. Coordinator Beeman explained what BR&E visits are and noted that over 10 visits have been completed. A summary report of the visits was provided to the Commission earlier in the week and Chair Belting congratulated Beeman on doing a great job. Beeman thanked the Commission and noted that many of the businesses are busy this time of year making it difficult to schedule more visits until after the first of the year 2015 when the visits will pick up again. Beeman reported that many of the businesses are reporting an increase in their numbers over last year and some are still recovering from the “Great Recession”. Albert’s Organic Foods is relocating mid-summer 2015 to Prescott, Wisconsin. They are constructing a 300,000 Sq. Ft. facility. Chair Belting asked if the company owned the building or if they were leasing and asked about how many square feet the space was. Beeman reported that the company is leasing the space and he didn’t know square footage off hand, but has the exact square footage number in his office. Beeman reported that he is in regular contact with the building owners to fill the vacancy. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 3 of 5 Beeman reported that he has made contact with over 70 businesses in health and welfare visits. Beeman explained the difference between formal BR&E visits and health and welfare visits, noting that appointments are made and tours provided by the company in BR&E visits, while health and welfare visits are less formal g iving the owner or manager on duty a chance to provide a quick snap shot of their business operations while allowing the city to establish a point of contact and learn of any issues the business might have that the city might be able to assist with. Beeman noted that some trends or common questions from businesses are about temporary signage, when County Road 10 will be renamed, and available lots and lease space. Overall, businesses are doing well. Beeman is working with a few companies in expansions, contractions, and relocations. While the expansions are normally positive for the community, it creates challenges in Mounds View due to the limited developable land availability. Beeman’s goal is to meet with every business in the city the first year, about 130 total, then establish a regular schedule, meeting with at least one business per week, so as to stagger visits each annually Beeman provided an update from the December 10, 2014 Mounds View Business Council meeting, summarizing County Commissioner Blake Huffman’s comments on the TCAAP development site, otherwise known as Rice Creek Commons. It is a 430 acre site purchased by Ramsey County for $28.5 million. It will be a city within a city becoming a premier spot for restaurants, entertainment, and grocery store chains. Over 1,400 housing units are expected to be built in the northeastern and northern edge of the site and about 4,000 residents, and 4,300 jobs. Beeman reported the breakdown of the zoning and number of acres dedicated for each type of zoning. Beeman noted, the City of Arden Hills will be adopting the TCAAP Master Plan and zoning code as soon as February 2016. Beeman also updated the Commission the I-35W & County Road H interchange project which will be completed in the spring of 2016 which will include a roundabout on the east side of 35W. The intersection of County Road 10 and County Road H will also be completed in 2016. I - 35W and County Road I interchange is proposed to be completed in the spring of 2015 and will also include a roundabout on the TCAAP side. An intersection will be completed connecting the spine road through the TCAAP site to Highway 96. Finally, the I -35W and Highway 96 interchange will be a divergent diamond intersection and is expected to be completed spring 2015. Coordinator Beeman provided updates on a number of other projects: Construction of the new Biolife facility is about 20% complete and is on track to open July 2015. It is a $6 million investment. Build to Suit, the developer, is also selling the 2.78 acre site north of the new Biolife facility and Beeman is working with a local company on an expansion project for the site. Snap Grocery Store, formerly known as Sam’s, is renovating the building located at County Road I and Edgewood Drive. New refrigeration units have been installed to the new neighborhood grocery store. The business is expected to open after the first of the year. Beeman reported that Tom Frazen Sports Collectibles has moved from its Mounds View Square location to its new Edgewood Plaza location next to Carmike Cinema. They are using the vacant space adjacent to them for card shows and events. Chair Belting encouraged residents and other Commissioners to visit the store noting the high volume of merchandise and its appeal to sports minded individuals. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 4 of 5 State Farm Insurance Company has moved next to Subway sandwich shop and will open January 2015. Apple Tree Dental opened June 2014 adding $5 million investment to the community. They still need to complete the build-out on the second floor for their corporate offices in the next year or so. Bel Rae Senior Residential Facility is about 40% complete. Some of the units have been painted and electrical is being installed. They are still on schedule to open spring 2015. Ebenezer, the management company is leasing temporary space in the Community Center until the new building is built. Finally, Pat’s Muffler Shop located at 2848 County Road 10 closed and the city has been receiving interest from car dealerships. Beeman reported that the city code currently doesn’t allow those types of used for lots less than two acres. Beeman added that Tire’s N More recently closed its business in Mounds View and has moved to Fridley. The current business owners own the building and are considering selling the building, however, no signs have been posted and the building is not listed for sale anywhere. Commissioner Birken complimented Coordinator Beeman on a good effort and job well done by visiting over 70 businesses in a short amount of time. Chair Belting also thanked Mr. Beeman noting the detailed reports, time, and dedication. Belting also saw humor in Beeman’s staff reports when he read that some of the businesses thought he was an inspector at first, in some of his business visits. Beeman added that most of the businesses have been visited before but it has been a long time and others had not been visited. Once they realized that he was not an inspector, they were more open to Beeman’s visits and they stated their appreciation for the city showing interest in their operations. Chair Belting asked when the I-35W and Highway 96 interchange will be completed. Coordinator Beeman said the project is expected to be completed in 2015. Chair Belting thanked Beeman for providing such a complete update. 7. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Chair Belting asked if any Commissioners had any questions for Coordinator Beeman or updates. The Commissioners didn’t have questions for Beeman and didn’t have any further updates. Chair Belting reported that the next meeting will be January 16, 2015. Gary Meehlhause, former EDC Member and current City Council Member, thanked Commissioner Birken for her service and noted his understanding for her needing to remove herself from the Commission having other priorities such as small children and praised her for serving on the Commission for the past year. Meehlhause also thanked Commissioner Paron, even though he was not present at the meeting, highlighting his rich family history in Mounds View. Finally, Meehlhause thanked Chair Belting for his many years of service, dedication, and support to him on the Commission and in becoming a City Council Member. He encouraged the other members to continue to serve the community as Commissioners and in attending the Mounds View Business Council meetings. Draft EDC Minutes Sept 19, 2014 Page 5 of 5 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – January 16, 2015 9. ADJOURN There being no further business, the December 19, 2014, meeting adjourned at 8:02 am. Respectfully submitted, _______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator Item #: 5A Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Administer Oaths of Office to Newly Appointed EDC Members Background The Economic Development Authority (EDA) appointed three members to the Economic Development Commission (EDC) on January 12, 2015—Jessica Rieland, Business Representative, Royal Dahlstrom, Resident Representative and Laurie Shoop, Resident Representative, all new appointees. As per standard practice, all new commission appointees are required to be sworn in, or in other words, take an oath of office. Staff Recommendation The Oaths of Office for Jessica Rieland, Royal Dahlstrom, and Laurie Shoop are attached and will be administered at the January 16, 2015 EDC meeting. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Jessica Rieland, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Jessica Rieland Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Laurie Shoop, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Laurie Shoop Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Royal Dahlstrom, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Royal Dahlstrom Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator Item #: 5B Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Appoint 2015 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson Background Per the following Section 408.07, Subd. 1 of the Mounds View City Code: 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 vice-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. Staff Recommendation Consistent with City Code, Staff recommends that the EDC appoint the 201 5 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The appointment will be confirmed by the EDA on Monday, January 26, 2015. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item #: 6A Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Reports of Staff A. Crossroad Pointe Redevelopment Project In the month of December staff has been in contact with another developer showing interest in building an assisted living or storage facility. According to the Stantec land use study, an assisted living structure would be a better use for the site. B. Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Visits Since this is a busy time for many businesses, BR&E visits have slowed in the final weeks of 2014 and into the new year. Staff is scheduled to meet with Quanex in January and Medtronic in February. It is expected that many more will be scheduled in the upcoming months. C. Business Health and Welfare Visits Staff met with Tires N More in December and talked to one of the co -owners who reported that they have moved their Mounds View operations to Fridley. They claimed that they are not selling their building, but will consider offers, and in the mean time they are considering using the building as a warehouse to support their other b usinesses. However, when talking to a realtor who has the building listed, he did confirm that the building is currently for sale at a price of $550,000. Staff will continue to attempt to meet with at least one business each week as the schedule allows. D. TCAAP Development Update Remediation activities are expected to be completed on the TCAAP site by October 2015. The site regulations and policies will be completed early 2015 and the site infrastructure design and County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 96 & CR H interchange design is underway. Based on the current Master Plan, redevelopment of the site could generate 4,000 residents and 4,000 jobs. A new diverging diamond interchange is proposed at the I-35W/Highway 96 Interchange. Design is being finalized and construction is expected to begin in spring 2015. More information can be found at http://www.sehinc.com/online/35W96. The TCAAP website is: http://tcaap.net/. The next step is to request municipal support January 2015 then submit the layout to MNDOT February 2015. The final design will begin April 2015 with construction starting in the spring of 2016 and final completion late 2016. Reports of Staff January 16, 2015 Page 2 of 2 E. Mounds View Project Updates Biolife. Construction of the new Biolife facility is nearly 20% complete. They are expecting to open July 2015. This building will be about a $6 million investment. Snap Grocery Store (formerly Sam’s). Renovations are underway for the new Snap Grocery Store located at 2410 County Rd I & Edgewood Drive. The business is expected to open after the first of the year 2015. State Farm Insurance Company. The vacancy next to Subway is being filled by State Farm Insurance. They will be occupying 1,449 Sq. Ft. They should be open for business starting January 2015. Apple Tree Dental. Apple Tree Dental opened June 2014. They still need to do the build-out on the second floor for their corporate offices in the next year or so. Bel Rae Senior Residential Facility (Coventry). Building construction is well underway and is about 40% complete. There are units that have been painted with cabinets ready to be installed and there are units that are still getting electrical installed. The expected completion date is spring 2015. Ebenezer, the management company has leased temporary space at the Mounds View Community Center for a leasing sales office until the new building is ready. Pat’s Muffler Shop. Located at 2848 County Road 10 (SW corner of County Rd 10 & Groveland) closed the business recently and the property is currently for sale at a price of $350,000. F. Housing Resource Center Staff met with a representative from the Housing Resource Center in Shoreview to learn more about housing loan programs available in Mounds View. There are many programs for a variety of needs including: general home improvement, code enforcement, demolition, and an emergency deferred loan for issues that pose a threat to residents if not addressed immediately. The Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC) has other programs in addition to the mounds view programs. The programs are listed on the city website. Anyone interested in the programs are directed to contact Marie Malrick, Program Administrator, GMHC at 651.486.7401. ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Jessica Rieland, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Jessica Rieland Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Laurie Shoop, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Laurie Shoop Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator City of Mounds View Economic Development Commission Oath of Office I, Royal Dahlstrom, 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 member of the Mounds View Economic Development Commission, to the best of my judgment and ability. _____________________________ Royal Dahlstrom Date: January 16, 2015 Witness: ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator Item #: 5A Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Administer Oaths of Office to Newly Appointed EDC Members Background The Economic Development Authority (EDA) appointed three members to the Economic Development Commission (EDC) on January 12, 2015—Jessica Rieland, Business Representative, Royal Dahlstrom, Resident Representative and Laurie Shoop, Resident Representative, all new appointees. As per standard practice, all new commission appointees are required to be sworn in, or in other words, take an oath of office. Staff Recommendation The Oaths of Office for Jessica Rieland, Royal Dahlstrom, and Laurie Shoop are attached and will be administered at the January 16, 2015 EDC meeting. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item #: 5B Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Appoint 2015 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson Background Per the following Section 408.07, Subd. 1 of the Mounds View City Code: 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 vice-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. Staff Recommendation Consistent with City Code, Staff recommends that the EDC appoint the 201 5 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The appointment will be confirmed by the EDA on Monday, January 26, 2015. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item #: 6A Meeting Date: January 16, 2015 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Business Development Coordinator Item Title/Subject: Reports of Staff A. Crossroad Pointe Redevelopment Project In the month of December staff has been in contact with another developer showing interest in building an assisted living or storage facility. According to the Stantec land use study, an assisted living structure would be a better use for the site. B. Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Visits Since this is a busy time for many businesses, BR&E visits have slowed in the final weeks of 2014 and into the new year. Staff is scheduled to meet with Quanex in January and Medtronic in February. It is expected that many more will be scheduled in the upcoming months. C. Business Health and Welfare Visits Staff met with Tires N More in December and talked to one of the co -owners who reported that they have moved their Mounds View operations to Fridley. They claimed that they are not selling their building, but will consider offers, and in the mean time they are considering using the building as a warehouse to support their other b usinesses. However, when talking to a realtor who has the building listed, he did confirm that the building is currently for sale at a price of $550,000. Staff will continue to attempt to meet with at least one business each week as the schedule allows. D. TCAAP Development Update Remediation activities are expected to be completed on the TCAAP site by October 2015. The site regulations and policies will be completed early 2015 and the site infrastructure design and County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 96 & CR H interchange design is underway. Based on the current Master Plan, redevelopment of the site could generate 4,000 residents and 4,000 jobs. A new diverging diamond interchange is proposed at the I-35W/Highway 96 Interchange. Design is being finalized and construction is expected to begin in spring 2015. More information can be found at http://www.sehinc.com/online/35W96. The TCAAP website is: http://tcaap.net/. The next step is to request municipal support January 2015 then submit the layout to MNDOT February 2015. The final design will begin April 2015 with construction starting in the spring of 2016 and final completion late 2016. Reports of Staff January 16, 2015 Page 2 of 2 E. Mounds View Project Updates Biolife. Construction of the new Biolife facility is nearly 20% complete. They are expecting to open July 2015. This building will be about a $6 million investment. Snap Grocery Store (formerly Sam’s). Renovations are underway for the new Snap Grocery Store located at 2410 County Rd I & Edgewood Drive. The business is expected to open after the first of the year 2015. State Farm Insurance Company. The vacancy next to Subway is being filled by State Farm Insurance. They will be occupying 1,449 Sq. Ft. They should be open for business starting January 2015. Apple Tree Dental. Apple Tree Dental opened June 2014. They still need to do the build-out on the second floor for their corporate offices in the next year or so. Bel Rae Senior Residential Facility (Coventry). Building construction is well underway and is about 40% complete. There are units that have been painted with cabinets ready to be installed and there are units that are still getting electrical installed. The expected completion date is spring 2015. Ebenezer, the management company has leased temporary space at the Mounds View Community Center for a leasing sales office until the new building is ready. Pat’s Muffler Shop. Located at 2848 County Road 10 (SW corner of County Rd 10 & Groveland) closed the business recently and the property is currently for sale at a price of $350,000. F. Housing Resource Center Staff met with a representative from the Housing Resource Center in Shoreview to learn more about housing loan programs available in Mounds View. There are many programs for a variety of needs including: general home improvement, code enforcement, demolition, and an emergency deferred loan for issues that pose a threat to residents if not addressed immediately. The Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC) has other programs in addition to the mounds view programs. The programs are listed on the city website. Anyone interested in the programs are directed to contact Marie Malrick, Program Administrator, GMHC at 651.486.7401. ______________________________ Brian Beeman Business Development Coordinator