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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AGENDA
7:30 a.m.
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
FRIDAY, February 15, 2019
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
5. APPROVE MINUTES
A. January 18, 2019
6. EDC BUSINESS
A. Review 2018 EDC Priorities
B. Review EDC Bylaws
C. Comprehensive Plan Task Force
7. REPORTS
A. Reports of Staff-Mounds View Project Updates
B. Reports of EDC Commissioners
8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – March 15, 2019 As-Needed until November
9. ADJOURN
Commissioners: Dennis Farmer, Chair, Jason Helgemoe, Vice Chair, Jim
Freichels, Dan Larson, Gary Stevenson, Teresa Muckala
City Staff: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Minutes of the Economic Development Commission
City of Mounds View
Ramsey County, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
January 18, 2019
City of Mounds View, Council Chambers
2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Jim Freichels called the meeting to order at approximately 7:30 a.m.
2. OATH OF OFFICE
Assistant City Administrator, Brian Beeman administered the oath of office to Jim
Freichels, Jason Helgemoe, and Gary Stevenson.
3. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Chair, Jim Freichels, Commissioners, Gary Stevenson, Dennis
Farmer, Teresa Muckala, & Jason Helgemoe
Members Absent: Dan Larson & Ken Breske
Staff Present: Assistant City Administrator, Brian Beeman
Meeting Attendees: Gary Meehlhause & Dennis Ericson
4. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 18, 2019, AGENDA
Motion/Second: Commissioner Farmer moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded
the approval of the January 18, 2019 EDC agenda.
Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
5. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 16, 2018, EDC MINUTES
Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson moved and Commissioner Muckala
seconded the approval of the November 16, 2018 EDC minutes.
Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
6. EDC BUSINESS
Elect Chair and Vice Chair
Assistant City Administrator, Beeman reviewed the City Code relating to the appointment
of the EDC Chair and Vice Chair. Commissioner
EDC Minutes
January 18, 2019
Page 2 of 4
Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Stevenson
seconded the appointment of Dennis Farmer as Chair and Jason Helgemoe as Vice
Chair.
Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
Update from Comprehensive Plan Task Force Members
Comprehensive Task Force Member Farmer provided the Commission an update stating
that the Comprehensive Plan must be submitted by the end of 2019. The group
discussed the Mounds View Boulevard corridor, the importance of business retention &
expansion, blighted properties and land assembly and affordable housing & incentives.
Neighborhood overlay districts were discussed along Long Lake, Silver Lake Rd, &
County Rd I. Some ideas are to include commercial development for smaller businesses
like coffee shops. The Task Force will be submitting the land use section to the EDC for
review soon. The Comprehensive Plan extension is for 2019 in order to compete the
draft and community survey. Task Force Member, Muckala had no further updates.
Update on New Business Categories to fill Vacancies
Commissioner Muckala provided an update stating the goal is to target high-tech and
medical companies looking to locate to the Mounds View area. Muckala completed a list
of these companies and Coordinator Beeman has been contacting those businesses as
well as continued discussion with local businesses on their vacant space.
7. REPORTS OF STAFF
Crossroad Pointe Redevelopment Project
Assistant City Administrator, Beeman provided the Commission with an update on the
Crossroad Pointe development stating that the purchase & development agreement
have been approved by the EDA for the sale of the property to INH Properties for the
construction of 127 market rate apartment units. Closing must occur by May 1, 2019. A
predevelopment meeting occurred January 3, 2019 between City staff and the INH team.
Groundbreaking is expected to in the second quarter of 2019 and the construction
timeline is 12-14 months.
Rice Creek Commons
Beeman informed the Commission that Ramsey County and the City of Arden Hills is still
at a standstill until further notice. The City of Arden Hills believes Ramsey County is
being too aggressive and the City doesn’t want the density the County is proposing.
North Metro Business Council
The next North Metro Business Council meeting will be held at the Mermaid Event
Center March 13, 2019 from 7:30-9:00 a.m. Commissioner Helgemoe stated that they
are still working on a speaker.
EDC Minutes
January 18, 2019
Page 3 of 4
MWF Developers
Beeman informed the Commission that MWF Properties has nearly completed the
footings and plans to start erecting the garage and other walls this week. Construction is
only two days behind despite the water issues. Construction is expected to be completed
by the end of 2019.
The Triton (Skyline Motel)
Beeman informed the commission that The Triton project at the Skyline Hotel site was
not successful in acquiring its federal tax credits necessary to make the project a reality.
Instead, the developer reached out to the City to discuss assuming the purchase
agreement by the end of 2018. The EDA met in closed session to discuss the matter and
pricing for a possible acquisition. On December 27, 2018 the EDA approved the
assumption of the purchase agreement to purchase the Skyline Motel. As, the purchase
agreement would have expired Dec 31, 2018 if not executed by that date. The City is
expected to close around May 1, 2019 and will use the money received from the
Crossroad Pointe sale for the purchase. Since the EDA is a public entity, special
regulations must be followed regarding the relocation of the motel’s long-term tenants.
Once the EDA takes possession, the Police Dept. has requested using it for training then
having the Fire Dept. use it as training in a controlled burn. Staff will start target
marketing to developers once the EDA has official control of the site.
Other Upcoming Events/Reports
Beeman informed the EDC that a second prospect has now pulled out of purchasing the
Snyder Pharmacy site due to concerns of contamination from the former Philips 66 gas
station. There are apparently, vapors and other unknown costs for clean-up and the
prospects are not willing to take on the risk. The MPCA reports indicate that the fuel
tanks were removed but contamination was found at least 17’ underground and into the
ground water at the time of the soil borings and monitoring wells. The MPCA signed off
on the clean-up when Snyder’s Pharmacy built their structure, however the MPCA left a
clause in their report that they can test the site anytime. As, new regulations may trigger
further investigation and clean up. The City’s engineering firm is researching the matter
and will notify staff of the next steps.
Beeman informed the Commission that he is meeting with four developers in the next
three weeks to review redevelopment sites. He also provided an update on the Mermaid.
There is a new owner who has acquired around 17 properties. The Mermaid is the
number one priority for upgrades and they are planning a new hotel wing as well as
more entertainment such as laser tag, climbing walls, and an escape room.
Beeman reminded the Commission that City offices will be closed January 21, 2019 in
observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and to notify him if any Commissioners have
ideas for people interested in filling Ken Breske’s spot on the EDC who recently resigned
due to moving out of the City of Mounds View.
EDC Minutes
January 18, 2019
Page 4 of 4
8. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS
There were no reports from Commissioners.
9. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING
Chair Farmer reminded the Commissioners that the next EDC meeting will be held
February 15, 2019.
10. ADJOURN
There being no further business, Chair Farmer adjourned the January 18, 2019 meeting
at approximately 8:55 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
Item #: 6A
Meeting Date: February 15, 2019
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Economic Development Commission
From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Review EDC’s 2019 Economic Development Commission Priorities
Background
Annually, the EDC reviews the priorities for the upcoming year. At the EDC’s meeting February 16, 2018 the
Commission reviewed the priorities from the previous year. For the most part, the adopted priorities for 2018
remained unchanged.
Discussion
As amended and revised at the February 2018 meeting, the following represents the EDC’s priorities for 2018:
1. Development/redevelopment along the Mounds View Boulevard corridor
a) Crossroad Pointe redevelopment site
b) Improve the aesthetics of properties located on Mounds View Boulevard
c) Silver View Plaza
d) Simon’s, Tires N More, & EDA-Owned Vacant Lot
e) Johnson Lot & Related Empty Lot
f) Rydell Auto & Adjacent Lot
g) Mounds View Boulevard & Woodale Drive lots
2. Monitor development plans for the Rice Creek Commons site in Arden Hills
3. Arden Park & EDA owned Lot
4. Monitor Mounds View commercial properties in transition
5. Skyline Motel Redevelopment
6. Monitor and assist with Citywide housing issues and projects & older properties as well as cooperating
with multi-family property owners to assist with upgrading facilities
7. Monitor & explore new business categories through trade groups like Medical Alley and identify available
spaces in Mounds View with the intent to fill those spaces with new companies
8. Continue business retention program
9. Review Business section of Comprehensive Plan for 2018 update by utilizing the two Comprehensive
Plan Task Force Members who are also EDC Commissioners
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the EDC review its adopted 2018 priorities as a means to consider possible changes for
2019. A list of suggested changes is attached.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
Attachments: 1) Example 2019 Priorities
2019 Economic Development Commission (EDC)
Priorities
Anticipated Amended and Revised by EDC February 15, 2019
1) Development/redevelopment along the Mounds View Boulevard
corridor
a) Crossroad Point redevelopment site
b) Improve the aesthetics of properties located on Mounds View
Boulevard
c) Silver View Plaza
d) Simon’s, Tires N More, & EDA-Owned Lot
e) Johnson Lot & Related Empty Lot
f) Rydell Auto & Adjacent Bio Life Lot
g) 5 Lots along Mounds View Boulevard & Woodale Drive Lots SE of
Bel Rae
2) Monitor development plans for the Rice Creek Commons site in Arden
Hills
3) Arden Park & City owned lot-Consider purchasing rear lot & house with
no city service connections
4) Monitor Mounds View commercial properties in transition
5) Skyline Motel redevelopment
6) Monitor and assist with Citywide housing issues and projects & older
properties as well as cooperating with multi-family property owners to
assist with upgrading facilities
7) Monitor & explore new business categories through trade groups like
Medical Alley and identify available spaces in Mounds View with the
intent to fill those spaces with new companies
8) Continue business retention program
9) Review Business section of Comprehensive Plan for 2018 update by
utilizing the two Comprehensive Plan Task Force Members who are
also EDC Commissioners
Item #: 6B
Meeting Date: February 15, 2019
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Economic Development Commission
From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Review Economic Development Commission Bylaws
Background
Section 408.07 of the City Code indicates that the EDC should review its Bylaws
annually, and that this should be done at the first regular meeting in February.
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.
Although, the EDC has reviewed its Bylaws annually, the last time the Bylaws were
amended was in 2002.
Staff Recommendation
Please review the attached Bylaws. If any changes are needed, staff will prepare a
resolution to formalize the amendment. Staff is not recommending any changes to the
Bylaws at this time.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Attachments:
1) Current EDC Bylaws (Amended 2002)
2) Chapter 408 City Code EDC
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BYLAWS
I. AUTHORITY: These Bylaws are established in accordance with City Ordinance 408.07,
Subdivision 6. "The Commission shall adopt bylaws for its governance and for the
transaction of its business." There shall be no conflict between the Bylaws of this
Commission and the provisions of the City Charter and the Municipal Code.
II. MEETINGS. The regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on the third Friday of
each month as established by resolution of the Economic Development Commission.
Regular meetings may be changed, added or canceled by the chairperson or vice -
chairperson. Special meetings may be added by the chairperson or vice -chairperson.
A. The regular business meeting shall be for the purpose of making recommendations
to the Economic Development Authority, herein EDA, conducting public hearings,
drafting of reports, and for other discussion not requiring action (ie. vote) by the
Commission.
B. Meetings shall be conducted in accordance with State Open Meeting Laws.
III. INFORMATIONAL PACKETS. Each commissioner shall receive an informational planning
report for the items that are on the regular meeting agenda no later than the Tuesday
preceding the regular meeting. Each commissioner is responsible for reviewing the material
within the packet prior to the regular agenda meeting.
IV. ATTENDANCE. Commission members shall advise the designated Staff member or
chairperson of an anticipated absence from any regularly scheduled Economic Development
Commission meeting. Any member attending less than eighty percent of the meetings per
year without consent of the commission shall be deemed to have vacated the office, and
such vacancy shall be filled by the EDA pursuant the Chapter 408.06 of t he Municipal Code.
A leave of absence may be granted by the consent of the commission.
EDC Bylaws
Revised April 19, 2002
2
V. PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS. Advice from, consultation with, and/or requests for
review by the City Attorney, Bond Attorney, City Engineer, City Planning Agency, or o ther
paid consultants shall be in accordance with the Municipal Code.
VI. ADJOURNMENT. Meetings shall adjourn on or before 90 minutes from the time of call to
order unless a two-thirds majority of the members present agree to extend the time of
adjournment.
VII. MINUTES. Approved minutes shall be the official record of the Economic Development
Commission.
A. The minutes shall state:
1. The kind of meeting, whether regular business or special and the date, time
and place.
2. Roll call of members present and whether absent members are excused or
unexcused.
3. Corrections to and approval of the previous minutes and the vote taken.
4. Description of each item being discussed.
5. A motion and second is required for each action item and the motion shall be
recorded as accurately as possible.
6. The vote on each motion (ayes, nays, and abstentions), a statement of
reasons for nay votes or abstentions, and whether motion carries or fails.
7. Specific concerns addressed to the chairperson for inclusion in the minutes.
8. Reports by members.
9. Time for adjournment.
10. Signature of the Staff designated member.
B. All minutes shall be clearly marked to indicate either "APPROVED" or
"UNAPPROVED". Each commissioner shall receive a copy of the previous regular
business meeting minutes "UNAPPROVED". Approved copies may be obtained
upon request. A copy of the approved minutes shall be filed with the EDA Executive
Director.
EDC Bylaws
Revised April 19, 2002
3
VIII. LIAISON TO EDA. In the event of the absence of the EDA ex-officio member, a commission
member may be appointed by the chairperson to represent the Economic Development
Commission at the next regular EDA meeting.
IX. POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST. When a potential conflict of interest may exist for
commission member or members, the member(s) shall ask to be excused and step down
from the commission prior to discussion on that item.
X. SUPPLEMENTARY PUBLICATIONS. All commission members shall receive a copy of the
Municipal Code, Chapter 408, as well as other materials as provided by the EDA, Staff or
other commission members.
408.01 408.02 (Rev. 6/94)
City of Mounds View
CHAPTER 408
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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
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)
City of Mounds View
408.03 408.05 (Rev. 6/4)
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)
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)
City of Mounds View
408.06 408.07 (Rev. 5/10)
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.
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 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.
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 City 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. (Amended, Ord. 844, 5-20-10)
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.
City of Mounds View
408.07 408.09 (Rev. 6/94)
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.
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.
Subd. 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 community.
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.
City of Mounds View
408.09 408.09
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.
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.
l. 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.
City of Mounds View
408.09 408.09 (Rev. 6/94)
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.
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)
Item #: 7A
Meeting Date: January 18, 2019
Type of Business: EDC
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Economic Development Commission
From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Reports of Staff
A. Crossroad Pointe Redevelopment Project
Closing on the sale of Crossroad Pointe is on track for May 1, 2019.
Groundbreaking for the approximately 127 unit market rate
apartments is expected Q2 2019.
B. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Update
Project engineers are in the process of finalizing plans for mass
grading, utility installation, and primary roadways on the site. This work will be completed in
2019. The first phase of housing and early commercial construction is anticipated to begin in
2021. When fully realized, the mixed-use development is expected to offer 1,460 housing
units, support at least 4,000 living-wage jobs, and generate approximately $8.6 million in
property taxes annually.
C. North Metro Business Council Meeting
The next North Metro Business Council meeting will be held March 13, 2019 from 7:30-9:00
a.m. at the Mermaid Event Center. The topic is TBD. All meetings are free.
D. MWF Properties
MWF Properties is in the process of constructing a 60 unit of
workforce housing project located along Mounds View Boulevard and
Groveland Road. Construction is expected to be completed by
December 2019.
E. Skyline Motel
The EDA must close within 90 days or around May 1, 2019. Once the purchase has been
finalized, staff will begin the recruitment efforts to attract a user to the site.
F. Ridgeway Apartments
A developer is acquiring class c apartments and rehabbing them then renting them out. Staff
and a Council Member met February 1, 2019 and toured the two structures. Before and after
pictures will be available at the meeting.
G. Other Upcoming Events/Reports
City offices will be closed February 18, 2019 in observance of President’s Day.
______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator