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Home My WebLink About01-21-2021 EDCCITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA 7:30 a.m. MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL (VIRTUAL) THURSDAY, January 21, 2021 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87579998436?pwd=czI5UnQ0bmhJVEE5S1d2UXdNekU2dz09 Passcode: 329369 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +13017158592,,87579998436# or +13126266799,,87579998436# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 9128 or 833 548 0276 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0282 (Toll Free) or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free) or 888 788 0099 (Toll Free) Webinar ID: 875 7999 8436 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. OATH OF OFFICE A. Administer Oath of Office, Donn Lindstrom & Lisa Marquis 3. ROLL CALL Commissioners: Vice Chair Dan Larson, Jim Freichels, Jason Helgemoe, Gary Stevenson, Lisa Marquis, Gary Rundle, Donn Lindstrom City Staff: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator 4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 5. APPROVE MINUTES A. November 19, 2020 6. EDC BUSINESS A. Recommend Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson B. Discuss Future Topics & Presentations in COVID-19 Environment 7. REPORTS A. Reports of Staff B. Reports of EDC Commissioners 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING – February 11, 2021 9. ADJOURNMENT Item #: 2A Meeting Date: January 21, 2021 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 two members to the Economic Development Commission (EDC) November 19, 2020—Donn Lindstrom, Resident Representative and Lisa Marquis, Business Representative with terms starting January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2023. 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 Donn Lindstrom and Lisa Marquis are attached and will be administered at the beginning of the January 21, 2021 EDC meeting. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Attachments: 1) Oath of Office Donn Lindstrom 2) Oath of Office Lisa Marquis ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Oath of Office I, Donn Lindstrom, 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 21st day of January, 2021. _______________________________ Donn Lindstrom (SEAL) _______________________________ Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Oath of Office I, Lisa Marquis, 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 21st day of January, 2021. _______________________________ Lisa Marquis (SEAL) _______________________________ Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator Minutes of the Economic Development Commission City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting November 19, 2020 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Dennis Farmer called the meeting to order at approximately 7:30 a.m. 2. ROLL CALL Members Present: Chair, Dennis Farmer, Vice Chair Dan Larson, Commissioners, Jim Freichels, Gary Stevenson, Lisa Marquis, Gary Rundle, & Members Absent: Jason Helgemoe Staff Present: Assistant City Administrator, Brian Beeman Meeting Attendees: Gary Meehlhause, Nyle Zikmund 4. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 19, 2020 AGENDA Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Rundle seconded the approval of the November 19, 2020 EDC agenda. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 5. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 20, 2020 EDC MINUTES Motion/Second: Commissioner Rundle moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded the approval of the February 20, 2020 EDC minutes as amended. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 6. EDC BUSINESS Recommendations For New Commissioners Assistant City Administrator Brian Beeman reviewed the four EDC applicants. Chair Farmer informed the Commission that he is also serving on the Planning Commission and would like to step down to allow a new EDC applicant to sit on the Commission. Motion/Second: Commissioner Larson moved and Commissioner Rundle seconded the motion to recommend to the EDA Lisa Marquis for reappointment to the Business Representative and Donn Lindstrom for the Resident Representative. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays EDC Minutes November 19, 2020 Page 2 of 2 Resolution 20-EDC-45 Establishing the 2021 Calendar Meeting Dates Beeman informed the Commission that according to the City Code and EDC By-laws each year the EDC reviews and sets the upcoming year’s meeting dates and times. Motion/Second: Commissioner Friechels moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded the approval of Resolution 20-EDC-45 Establishing the 2021 Calendar Meeting Dates. Motion Carried: 6 Ayes, 0 Nays 7. REPORTS OF STAFF Assistant City Administrator Beeman provided an update on Gray Stone Flats, the 128 market rate apartment project, Rice Creek Commons, the Mounds View Business Council meeting, the Skyline Redevelopment project, Long Lake Woods residential in-fill project, Tom Fields Estates residential project, the Tires N More purchase by Caliber Drywall/Donnelly Stucco, Popeye’s Chicken, Tommy’s Car Wash, New Vision Movie Theater, Filipino Village, and an update on the third round of the Small Business Relief Grant through Ramsey County. 8. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Meehlhause informed the Commission that the City Council allocated $8750.00 to each of four local non-profit organizations through the CARES ACT fund. He also thanked Chair Farmer for serving on the EDC. There were no other Commissioners updates. 9. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING Chair Farmer reminded the Commissioners that the next EDC meeting will be held December 17, 2020 as needed. If it is canceled, Beeman will inform the Commission. Otherwise, the Commission will meet January 21, 2021. 10. ADJOURN There being no further business, Chair Farmer adjourned the November 19, 2020 meeting at approximately 8:03 a.m. Respectfully submitted, _______________________________ Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator Item #: 6A Meeting Date: January 21 2021 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Appoint 2021 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 2021 EDC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to the EDA. The appointment will be confirmed by the EDA on Monday, January 25, 2021. Once the appointments are confirmed by the EDA in January, the new EDC Chair and Vice Chair will begin their duties at the February 18, 2021 at the 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 1997-1997 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 1999-1999 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 21, 21 EDC Meeting EDC Member History Page 2 of 2 34) *Dennis Farmer 2017-2020 Resident 35) Teresa Muckala 2017-2019 Resident 36) Ken Breske 2018-2018 McClellan Sales (Blaine) 37) Lisa Marquis 2020-Current Premier Materials (Mounds View) 38) Gary Rundle 2020-Current Resident 39) Donn Lindstrom 2021-Current Resident Item #: 6C Meeting Date: January 21, 2021 Type of Business: EDC City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Discuss Future Topics & Presentations in COVID-19 Environment Background The EDC is an advisory commission to the EDA and meets as-needed per City Code. The Commission meets January, February, and November each year to complete administrative requirements such as, new Member recommendations, Oaths of Offices, Chair & Vice Chair appointments, assignment of the annual calendar of meeting dates, review of by-laws, goals and priorities, and other topics. The Commission normally breaks for the summer and only meets if necessary until the November meeting. The EDC should have a discussion to identify specific topics and/or potential presenters that it feels will add value for 2021 if needed. Discussion The EDC to brainstorm ideas for potential topics and speakers for 2021. At the November 21, 2019 meeting it was recommended that housing updates and business property opportunities be considered. As a result, the Code Enforcement Officer explained the trends of code violations and what has been accomplished. In addition the Assistant City Administrator reviewed all of the redevelopment projects and potential redevelopment sites. The EDC to further elaborate and discuss. Recommendation Staff recommends the EDC continue to meet January, February, and November and meet as-needed for the remaining of the year. If a topic/speaker is recommended then a meeting will be set up in one of the established 2021 EDC calendar slots. All of this is contingent upon COVID-19 conditions/mandates and City Hall remaining open. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator The Mounds View Vision A Thriving Desirable Community Item #: 7A Meeting Date: January 21, 2021 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. Gray Stone Flats Redevelopment Project Closing on the sale of Crossroad Pointe was completed November 4, 2019. INH Properties has reached substantial completion for the 128 unit market rate apartment building. Some materials and appliances have had significant delays because of COVID, however they are still scheduled for an early spring completion. Staged units are expected to be open January 25th, 2021 with a temporary certificate of occupancy (CO). The full CO is unknown at this time. B. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Update In late spring of 2019 project engineers were in the process of plans for mass grading, utility installation, and primary roadways on the site. This work was slated to be completed in 2019. Initially, the first phase of housing and early commercial construction was expected to begin in 2020 and when fully realized, the mixed-use development was 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. However, the County has decided not to participate with the City of Arden Hills and has filed a lawsuit against the City. Therefore, all timelines and plan are on hold until further notice. News from May 5, 2020 reveals that the site was taken off of the Superfund list and has received environmental clearances. Ramsey County Commissioner Nicole Joy Frethem met with the Mounds View City Council January 11, 2021 and stated that the law suit is still in effect however, neither party is at liberty to mention any details of the lawsuit. However, she stated that they feel progress is being made. C. Mounds View Business Council Meeting The next meeting will be held at the MV Event Center March 10, 2021 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. All meetings are free and all EDC Members are encouraged to attend. The topic is TBD. D. Skyline Motel Bauer Welding is cooperating with the City to sell their backlot to Augusta Developers, llc a 100 unit senior housing project. Augusta will purchase the northern portion of the EDA owned Skyline redevelopment site. MWF Properties is anticipating purchasing the southern portion of the site once they can secure their tax credits. Both Bauer Welding and Bio Clean plan to expand their operations as well, resulting in four development projects on the overall site. E. Long Lake Woods Marty Harsted is moving forward in creating 12 new single-family residential lots. He would like to break ground in the summer of 2021. He apparently has about four homes that would be build right away once the development has been completed. He is currently waiting for one of the property owners to respond to an appraisal and offer before going forward. F. Tom Fields Estate A developer plans to purchase three lots from Tom Fields located across from Lambert Park to construct three assisted living homes with 6 rooms each. Each home would look similar to a newer modern house. G. Tires N More The Tires N More building has been purchased by Caliber Drywall/ Donnelly Stucco. They have 8-10 employees in the office and they are currently renovating the building. They have been open since December, 2020. The Simon’s building and adjacent EDA lot are still for sale. There has been some inquiries for a small multi-family structure but nothing serious to date. H. Popeye’s The Popeye’s franchise has completed all of the underground work. Within the next month they should be getting the shell of the building completed, enclosed, and heated for the remainder of the work to be continue. The goal is an early summer opening. Reports of Staff January 21, 2021 Page 2 of 2 I. Snyder’s Building Tommy’s Car Wash purchased the old Snyder’s Pharmacy in 2020 and demolished the building. The project is nearing completion. They are on track for spring 2021 opening. J. Filipino Village The old Snap Market is now the Filipino Village Grocery Store. They opened late October 2020. They have begun work on expanding into the remainder of the building which is scheduled for an early spring completion. K. Vino’s & Stoggies The building was sold and the new owner plans to use the building for the same purpose. L. New Vision Theater They currently are looking for a new tenant. They were nearing an agreement with AMC owned by China but AMC is struggling and has filed for bankruptcy. New Vision is applying for a State COVID grant to keep the facility afloat during the pandemic. Caribou Coffee is looking to build a new site in the New Vision parking lot and the possibility of a mixed-use or multi-family project is being researched as well. M. Mermaid The Mermaid has made an application to the State of MN for a COVID grant in order to help it maintain is bowling alley and restaurant. They have stated that since Gov. Walz has recently allowed 50% capacity for restaurants that they believe they can maintain. However, they continue to struggle until all mandates are lifted. N. El Loro There has been some interest in the old El Loro building however they City’s Ordinance does not allow drive-thru’s at that location. Therefore, interest has waned. Staff met with the Development Review Committee to discuss that matter and it was decided that the City should move forward in allowing a drive-thru for that location. This process could take a couple of months to complete. O. Nice-N-Fit A health nutrition store is working on a lease agreement and remodel requirements for the old Cost Cutters retail space in Mounds View Square. Until a lease agreement is signed, it is a proposed business. P. Other Upcoming Events/Reports None ______________________________ Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator Attachment(s): None