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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-08-2000PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW EDA CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting May 8, 2000 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 8:54 P.M. CALL MEETING TO ORDER ROLL CALL: Coughlin, Marty, Quick, Stigney, and Thomason. NOT PRESENT: None. 1. AGENDA ADDITIONS A. Approve agenda of May 8, 2000 President Coughlin asked the Commission if anyone would like to add items to the agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To approve the agenda of EDA for May 8, 2000, as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2. APPROVAL OF EDA MINUTES A. Approve minutes of April 24, 2000. MOTION/SECOND: Thomason/Quick. To approve the minutes of EDA for April 24, 2000, as presented. Commissioner Marty stated he was not present at this meeting, and therefore, would abstain. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Abstain – 1 (Marty) Motion carried. 3. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None. 4. CONSENT AGENDA None. Mounds View EDA May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 2 5. EDA BUSINESS A. Public Hearing and Consideration of Resolution 00-EDA-129, a Resolution Authorizing the Sale of EDA-Owned Property Located at 2225 Hillview Road to Habitat for Humanity. President Coughlin opened the Public Hearing at 8:57 p.m. Planning Associate Ericson stated the item before the Council was a Minnesota Statutes requirement that any sale of publicly owned land requires a public hearing. He stated this item was discussed at previous Economic Development Authority meetings, and the issue before the Council at this time is the sale of the land to Habitat for Humanity at a purchase price of $50,000. He indicated the Authority has been provided with a revised resolution, in addition to the Contract for Private Redevelopment, which was submitted to staff that afternoon. Planning Associate Ericson advised that the Contract for Private Redevelopment has been forwarded to Habitat for Humanity staff, and they are in the process of reviewing it, however, it is based upon one of their purchase and redevelopment agreements that they have utilized in another city, therefore, it should be in a form that is acceptable to Habitat for Humanity, and given that it was drafted by the City Attorney, it is in a form that is acceptable to the City as well. Planning Associate Ericson stated there are blank spaces in the Contract for Private Development, which require the insertion of the square footage of the proposed home, and the estimated value of the home. He indicated there are also blank spaces pertaining to the timing of the project, and those would likely be filled in the following day, as that information becomes available. Planning Associate Ericson advised that Resolution 00-EDA-029 has been revised. He indicated that the heading of the resolution that was previously provided to the Authority indicates that this is a resolution approving and authorizing a Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement, however, the revised language indicates that this is a Contract for Private Redevelopment. He stated Recital 1.01 in Section 1, contains a typographical error with regard to the reference to Minnesota State Statutes, however, the Section numbers have been revised, and are accurate. He indicated recital 1.05 has been revised to indicate “The Authority acquired the land, house, and garage located a 2225 Hillview.” Planning Associate Ericson stated a new Recital 1.06 has been added to the resolution, which indicates “The Authority contracted with Kevitt Excavating to have the house demolished and the site restored for redevelopment, leaving the garage as the only remaining structure on the property.” He advised that the language “Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement” in Recital 1.07, formerly 1.06, has been stricken and replaced with the language “Contract for Private Redevelopment.” He explained that these were the changes to the resolution presently before the Mounds View EDA May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 3 Council. Planning Associate Ericson stated the resolution contains a reference to the agreement, which has been reviewed by the City Attorney, and is expected to be acceptable to Habitat for Humanity staff. He indicated that if the Economic Development Authority approves the resolution at this time, staff anticipates that the closing would occur later in the week. He stated a representative from Habitat for Humanity was present to address any questions regarding the lot or their proposal. There was no public input. President Coughlin closed the Public Hearing at 9:00 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 00-EDA- 129, a Resolution Approving and Authorizing a Contract for Private Redevelopment By and Between the Mounds View Economic Development Authority and Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Consideration of Resolution No. 00-EDA-127 Appointing an Economic Development Commission Member. Mayor Coughlin provided the Authority with a copy of the application submitted by Torri Lynne Johnson, 7730 Long Lake Road. He indicated Ms. Johnson has a business background, and works in the area as a Financial Consultant with Northern States Power Company. He stated he would present her name for the Authority’s consideration for appointment to fill the vacancy on the Economic Development Commission. MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Thomason. To Approve the Appointment of Torri Lynne Johnson to Fill the Vacancy on the Economic Development Commission. Council Member Stigney inquired if there were any other applicants. Mayor Coughlin stated there were none. He indicated he made repeated telephone calls and other contacts to area business people, including the New Brighton-Mounds View Chamber of Commerce, encouraging other persons to apply. He indicated Ms. Johnson’s was the only application he had received in the time frame allotted, and he finds her application to be in order. He stated he believed she would be a wonderful addition to the Economic Development Commission. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View EDA May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 4 C. Authorize Staff to Discuss Demolition Options with Property Owner of 2901 Highway 10. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated at the April 27th meeting of the Economic Development Commission, the Commission examined options to address the current condition of 2901 Highway 10, also known as the Kunz Oil property. He stated the Commission examined three potential alternatives, which included purchasing the property, providing demolition assistance, and pursuing active Code enforcement. He explained that after examining the effectiveness and financial feasibility of the options, the Commission voted in favor of providing demolition assistance. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated this is a practice that has been utilized in the Housing Replacement Program, and specifically with regard to 8300 Fairchild Avenue, where assistance was provided to remove the house on the property. He advised that from a financial perspective, the staff report indicates that the demolition project would cost approximately $8,000, however, the amount may be substantially less, in light of the previous demolition, which cost approximately $5,500, and given the fact that no filling would be required. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated staff is seeking authorization to begin negotiations with the property owner, and if granted staff would proceed. He indicated that when and if a mutual agreement has been reached between the City and the property owner, staff would bring the final proposal back before the Authority for authorization of expenditures. Commissioner Marty stated this property was utilized as a gas station. He inquired if there were hazardous materials on the site that would require to be cleaned up, such as the removal of old tanks. Economic Development Director Parrish stated it was his understanding that the site has been cleared. He stated he was not aware of the current condition of the tanks, pointing out that the cement stubs are still visible. He explained that this would not become a factor, given that the City would have no ownership in the property, and would simply provide some assistance to redevelop the site on a limited basis. He advised that environmental considerations would not be transferred on to the City. MOTION/SECOND: Thomason/Marty. To Authorize Staff to Discuss Demolition Assistance Options with the Property Owner at 2901 Highway 10. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 6. REPORTS President Coughlin stated he attended the previous Economic Development Commission meeting, at which there was discussion regarding the items listed on the Authority agenda. He Mounds View EDA May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 5 explained that the Commission was also considering the Tax Increment Finance policy, which should be in final form at the next regular Economic Development Commission meeting. President Coughlin extended his appreciation to Economic Development Coordinator Parrish for his assistance in contacting the Chamber during the search for applicants to serve on the Commission. He stated he had done a great job behind the scenes. President Coughlin expressed his appreciation to the Council for their perseverance and due diligence, and to staff for a job well done. 7. ADJOURNMENT President Coughlin adjourned the meeting at 9:06 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Recorded and transcribed by: Trish Pearson TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.