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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AGENDA
7:30 a.m.
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
FRIDAY, January 18, 2019
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. OATH OF OFFICE
A. Administer Oath of Office, Jim Freichels, Jason Helgemoe & Gary Stevenson
3. ROLL CALL Commissioners: Chair Jim Freichels, Dan Larson, Jason
Helgemoe, Gary Stevenson, Teresa Muckala,
Dennis Farmer, Ken Breske
City Staff: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
5. APPROVE MINUTES
A. November 16, 2018
6. EDC BUSINESS
A. Elect Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
B. Comprehensive Plan Task Force Update
C. Vacant Space Start-up Companies Update
7. REPORTS
A. Reports of Staff
B. Reports of EDC Commissioners
8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – February 15, 2019
9. ADJOURNMENT
Item #: 2A
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: Administer Oaths of Office to Newly Appointed EDC
Members
Background
The Economic Development Authority (EDA) reappointed three members to the
Economic Development Commission (EDC) November 16, 2018—Jim Freichels &
Jason Helgemoe, Business Representatives and Gary Stevenson, Resident
Representative. All three Commissioners will serve terms starting January 2019 and
expiring December 2021.
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 Jim Freichels, Jason Helgemoe, and Gary Stevenson are
attached and will be administered at the January 18, 2019 EDC meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Attachements:
1) Oath of Office Jim Freichels
2) Oath of Office Jason Helgemoe
3) Oath of Office Gary Stevenson
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Oath of Office
I, Jim Freichels, 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 Economic Development Commission of the City
of Mounds View, to the best of my judgment and ability.
Sworn before me this 18th day of January, 2019.
_______________________________
Jim Freichels
(SEAL)
_______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Oath of Office
I, Jason Helgemoe, 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 Economic Development Commission
of the City of Mounds View, to the best of my judgment and ability.
Sworn before me this 18th day of January, 2019.
_______________________________
Jason Helgemoe
(SEAL)
_______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Oath of Office
I, Gary Stevenson, 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 Economic Development Commission of the City
of Mounds View, to the best of my judgment and ability.
Sworn before me this 18th day of January, 2019.
_______________________________
Gary Stevenson
(SEAL)
_______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
Minutes of the Economic Development Commission
City of Mounds View
Ramsey County, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
May 18 , 2018
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 7:35 a.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Chair, Jim Freichels, Commissioners, Gary Stevenson, Dennis
Farmer, Teresa Muckala, Dan Larson, & Jason
Members Absent: Ken Breske
Staff Present: Business Development Coordinator, Brian Beeman
Meeting Attendees: Gary Meehlhause
4. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 16, 2018, AGENDA
Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson moved and Commissioner Larson seconded
the approval of the November 16, 2018 EDC agenda.
Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
5. APPROVAL OF MAY 18, 2018, EDC MINUTES
Motion/Second: Commissioner Larson moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded
the approval of the May 18, 2018 EDC minutes.
Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays
6. EDC BUSINESS
Commissioner Appointments
Coordinator, Beeman informed the Commission that five people placed their application
for consideration for the three openings on the EDC. All three current Commissioners
are seeking reappointment and the two new applicants found openings on the Parks
Recreation and Forestry Commission. Therefore it is recommended that the Commission
reappoint the current members.
Motion/Second: Commissioner Larson moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded
the motion to recommend the reappointment of Jim Freichels and Jason Helgemoe as
Business Representatives and Gary Stevenson as the Resident Representative to the
EDA.
EDC Minutes
November 16, 2018
Page 2 of 4
Resolution No 18-EDC-43 Establishing EDC Meeting Calendar for 2019
Chair Freichels asked if there were any changes to the proposed 2019 meeting
calendar. Hearing no comments, Chair Freichels asked for a motion to approve.
Motion/Second: Commissioner Stevenson moved and Commissioner Farmer seconded
the motion to approve the proposed 2019 meeting calendar as presented.
Update from Comprehensive Plan Task Force Members
Task Force Member Farmer provided the Commission an update stating that the group
had not met throughout the summer and it is expected that the task force will meet again
December 4, 2018 to discuss the future land use map and possibly a rough draft of the
Comprehensive Plan.
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. Many start-up
businesses have a need for assistance in helping to pay for their lease space. This is
something the EDC may want to consider in the future. Muckala is also working on some
promotional materials to help target those industries.
7. REPORTS OF STAFF
Crossroad Pointe Redevelopment Project
Coordinator, Beeman provided the Commission with a historical process update on
Crossroad Ponte to date. Beeman stated that the developer will be meeting with the
EDA in December to continue discussions on the purchase agreement. The EDA will
consider a three month extension to the predevelopment agreement at its November 26,
2018 meeting.
Rice Creek Commons
Beeman informed the Commission that Ramsey County send a letter to the City of
Arden Hills stating that they will not allocate anymore resources to the project in the form
of staff time until the City can show that they are serious about the development. Council
Member Meehlhause confirmed this by stating that the City of Arden Hills doesn’t want
the density that the County is proposing.
North Metro Business Council
The next North Metro Business Council meeting will be held at the Mermaid Event
Center December 12, 2018 from 7:30-9:00 a.m. Commissioner Helgemoe stated that the
topic will be hospitality and a presenter from Hospitality Minnesota will be speaking
about hotels, resorts, and restaurants.
EDC Minutes
November 16, 2018
Page 3 of 4
MWF Developers
Beeman informed the Commission that MWF Properties is actively demolishing the site
in preparation for construction which is expected to be completed by the end of 2019.
The Triton
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 is now seeking interested parties to assume the purchase
agreement by December 31, 2018. Beeman has contacted all of the local companies
that have shown interest in the past in either building their own building or expanding. In
addition, Bauer Welding as about 5 acres to the rear of their property that they are willing
to sell for a development project. Potentially, both the Bauer and Skyline property could
be combined into one development or several smaller developments. The EDA will
consider their options at a December meeting.
Other Upcoming Events/Reports
Chair Freichels asked about the recent Business Retention & Expansion visit with CoAg
Medical. Commissioner Helgemoe and Muckala provided an update on the many uses
for BleedStop and its practical application in the military, law enforcement, and other
emergency situations including everyday use and pets. It’s an organic substance that
stops bleeding immediately and they manufacture the product in Mounds View. The
product is promoted nationally and can be found in Walmart, Menards, and other retail
outlets. Council Member Meehlhause stated that there is only one shift operating but
there is room for growth for more shifts and space capacity and they are adding a
second clean room.
Beeman reminded the Commission that City offices will be closed November 22-23,
2018 in observance of Thanksgiving.
8. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Helgemoe asked about the Snyder’s building. Beeman informed the
Commission that an interested party is actively seeking a purchase agreement for a
restaurant type of use however the potential new owner is working through some
contingencies such as the City’s parking codes and access from Mounds View
Boulevard. Stevenson informed the Commission that the Planning Commission has
worked with business in the past on parking issues but couldn’t guarantee that would be
the case in this situation. The EDC Commissioners seemed encouraged by the news.
Helgemoe asked about the El Loro site. Beeman said there has been plenty of
interested parties but the lease is still too high.
EDC Minutes
November 16, 2018
Page 4 of 4
9. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING
Chair Freichels reminded the Commissioners that the next EDC meeting will be held
January 18, 2019. The EDC agreed to cancel the December 21, 2018 meeting because
of its proximity to the Christmas holiday and reconvene January 18, 2019.
10. ADJOURN
There being no further business, Chair Freichels adjourned the November 16, 2018
meeting at approximately 8:55 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________
Brian Beeman
Business Development Coordinator
Item #: 6A
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: Appoint 2019 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
Background
Per the following Section 408.07 of the Mounds View City Code:
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.
Current and past EDC Members highlighting past Chairpersons is attached.
Staff Recommendation
Consistent with City Code, Staff recommends that the EDC make a motion
recommending appointment of the 2019 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to the
EDA. The appointment will be confirmed by the EDA on Monday, January 28, 2019.
Once the appointments are confirmed by the EDA in January, the new EDC Chair and
Vice Chair will begin their duties at the February 15, 2019 regular EDC meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator
Attachment(s):
1) EDC Current and Past Member History
Economic Development Commission (EDC) Member History
The City Council formed the EDC by Ordinance 542 on June 27, 1994. The EDC is unlike
any other City Commission because the EDC represents both residents and businesses.
Below is a history of those who have served on the EDC since its inception. Names of
Commissioners who have served as EDC Chair are bolded with an asterisk. Business
names of Commissioners who have served as business representatives are highlighted.
Commissioner Years Served Representative Designations
1) Rosemary Goff 1994-2000 Resident
2) Peg Mountin 1994-1995 Resident
3) *Dan Nelson 1994-1998 Resident
4) *Delane Welsch 1994-1997 Resident
5) Mark Malone 1994-1996 Western Bank
6) Ronald Schmidt 1994-1997 Amoco
7) *Philip Seipp 1994-1995 Sysco
8) Brian Sjoberg 1996-1997 Dynex Industries
9) Bev Tarhark 1996-1998 Resident
10) Steven Larson ????-1998 Resident
11) Cindy Carlson 1997-2001 Western Bank
12) *Tom Field 1997-2007 Resident
13) Sean Walther 1999-2003 Resident
14) Wendy Marty 1999-2001 Resident
15) Julie Olsen 1999-2000 Realtor
16) Jerold Kahn 1999-???? Resident
17) *Torri Johnson 2000-2012 Xcel Energy
18) *Greg Belting 2000-2014 Silver View Chiropractic
19) Stan McDonald 2001-2003 Resident
20) Dave Fox 2002-2004 Fedtech
21) *Jason Helgemoe 2002-Current Western Bank/Northeast Bank
22) Jackie Entsminger 2003-2010 Resident
23) Jerry Jaker 2005-2007 MN Institute of Public Health
24) *Gary Meehlhause 2006-2012 Resident
25) Dan Larson 2008-Current Resident
26) Jennifer Wagner 2008-2013 Resident
27) Jim Paron 2011-2014 Resident
28) *Jim Freichels 2013-Current Dell-Comm
29) Gary Stevenson 2013-Current Resident
30) Jessica Birken 2014-2014 Resident
31) Jessica Rieland 2015-2017 BioLife Plasma Services
32) Laurie Shoop 2015-2017 Resident
33) Royal Dahlstrom 2015-2016 Resident
Jan 18, 2019 EDC Meeting
EDC Member History
Page 2 of 2 34) Dennis Farmer 2017-Current Resident
35) Teresa Muckala 2017-Current Resident
36) Ken Breske 2018-Current McClellan Sales (Blaine)
Item #: 6B
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: Update from Comprehensive Plan Task Force Members
Background
As part of the 2018 EDC Priorities the EDC has identified the following goal: “Review Business section
of the Comprehensive Plan Task Force for 2018 update by utilizing the two Comprehensive Plan Task
Force Members who are also on the EDC”
Discussion
When reviewing the 2018 EDC Priorities it was suggested that an update from the EDC
Commissioners who were appointed to the Comprehensive Plan Task Force be added to the agendas
going forward. The appointed EDC Task Force Members are Dennis Farmer and Teresa Muckala.
Recommendation
Hear an update from the EDC appointed Comprehensive Plan Task Force Members and discuss any
suggestions/concerns the EDC may have relating to the business section of the Comprehensive Plan
for the task force members to pass along to the Comprehensive Plan Task Force.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
Item #: 6C
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: Update from Commissioner Muckala on New Business Categories to fill
vacant space in Mounds View
Background
As part of the 2018 EDC Priorities the EDC has identified the following goal: “Monitor & explore new
business categories through trade groups like Medical Alley and identify available spaces in Mounds
View with the intent to fill those vacancies with new companies”.
Discussion
Commissioner Muckala is volunteering some of her time to assist in setting up meetings with industry
trade groups like Medical Alley & MN High Tech in cooperation with Business Development Coordinator
Brian Beeman. Beeman and Muckala have met to discuss the process and met with Medical Alley April
4, 2018 and MN High Tech August 28, 2018. EDC Commissioners are encouraged to provide ideas on
other trade groups that staff can meet with to discuss possibilities in locating to Mounds View. If
Commissioners have contacts with other trade groups and companies that may be a fit for Mounds
View they are encouraged to pass along those contacts Coordinator Beeman who will start compiling a
list of contacts and work towards setting up meeting with the industry trade groups.
Muckala has completed a list of potential companies with contacts to Beeman who has been contacting
CEO’s, CFO’s, and others in an attempt to inform them of vacancies in Mounds View. The idea is to
target young start-up companies in an attempt to get them interested in Mounds View to set up their
operations and grow them in the City, to identify feasible locations that are technologically capable,
identify office areas, and expandable areas that Mounds View could host and assist in growing the
businesses. MN High Tech suggested that the City consider an incentive program for startup
companies that can assist in paying leases or help to reduce the costs relating to payment of leases.
To date, no business that have been contacted have shown enough interest in Mounds View to set up
a meeting. Staff will continue to contact the businesses until the list has been exhausted.
Recommendation
Hear an update from Commissioner Muckala and discuss and offer any suggestions the EDC may
have relating to the business industry categories and contacts.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator
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
At its December 27, 2018 EDA meeting the purchase agreement
was approved between the EDA and INH Properties for the sale of
Crossroad Pointe. All documents including the development
agreement and payment to the EDA must be completed by May 1,
2019. A development/construction meeting was held with staff
January 3, 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.
D. 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.
E. 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.
F. The Triton (Skyline Motel)
The Triton was expected to be a 61 unit affordable
housing project to be located at the old Skyline Motel
site. The developer did not receive the Tax Credits
necessary for the project and backed out of the project.
On December 27, 2018 the EDA approved the
assumption of the purchase agreement to purchase of
the Skyline Motel. As, the purchase agreement would
have expired Dec 31, 2018 if not executed by that date.
Reports of Staff
January 18, 2019
Page 2 of 2
The EDA must close on the purchase within 90 days. Once the purchase has been
finalized, staff will begin the recruitment efforts to attract a user to the site. The money
from the sale of Crossroad Pointe will be used for the purchase of the Skyline Motel.
G. Other Upcoming Events/Reports
City offices will be closed January 21, 2019 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
H. Reports of Commissioners (Agenda Item 7B)
I. Upcoming EDC Meetings (Agenda Item 8)
February 15, 2019
______________________________
Brian Beeman
Assistant City Administrator