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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-21-2024 EDCCITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL THURSDAY, November 21, 2024 7:30 a.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL: Chair, Jeff Moritko, Vice Chair, Jim Freichels, Commissioner Jason Helgemoe, Gary Stevenson, Gary Rundle, Andrina Moe, Andrew Kovacs 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Minutes: February 15, 2024 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. None 6. PUBLIC COMMENT Citizens may speak to issues relating to business and economic development and not on the agenda. Before speaking, please give your full name and address for the minutes. Also, please limit your comments to three minutes. As a reminder, public comment is for addressing the Economic Development Commission only. Comments or concerns regarding staff must be submitted in writing to the Mayor or City Administrator. Failure to respect these guidelines will result in the Chair asking you to cease commenting and asking you to return to your seat. That said, is there anyone here for public comment? 7. EDC BUSINESS A. Recommend New EDC Commissioners for EDA Approval B. Resolution 24-EDC-50 Establishing 2025 Calendar Meeting Dates 8. REPORTS A. Reports of Staff B. Reports of Council Members C. Reports of EDC Commissioners 8. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING: A. December 19, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. as-needed (Consider Canceling) B. January 16, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. 9. ADJOURNMENT Minutes of the Economic Development Commission City of Mounds View Ramsey County, Minnesota Regular Meeting Februay 15, 2024 City of Mounds View, Council Chambers 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Jeff Moritko called the meeting to order at approximately 7:30 a.m. 2. ROLL CALL Members Present: Chair, Jeff Moritko, Vice Chair, Jim Freichels, Commissioners, Gary Stevenson, Jason Helgemoe & Gary Rundle Members Absent: Andrina Moe, Andrew Kovacs Staff Present: Assistant City Administrator, Brian Beeman Meeting Attendees: Gary Meehlhause 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Stevenson seconded the approval of the February 15, 2025 agenda. Motion Carried: 5 Ayes, 0 Nays 4. CONSENT AGENDA Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Commissioner Rundle seconded the approval of the January 18, 2024 minutes. Motion Carried: 4 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstain 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None 6. PUBLIC COMMENT Chair Moritko called for public comments. There being no public comments, the EDC moved to the next agenda item. 7. EDC BUSINESS A. Review EDC Bylaws Chair Moritko called on Assistant City Administrator Beeman who informed the EDC of the bylaw review process. The EDC reviewed the bylaws and seeing no changes moved to the next agenda item. B. Review and Develop 2024 EDC Priorities Chair Moritko called on Beeman who reviewed the EDC priorities from 2023 and the proposed priorities for 2024. Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Helgemoe seconded the addition of Medtronic land and the deletion of number 7 exploring groups like Medical Alley and 9 Potential Community Center Expansion from the priorities. 8. REPORTS A. Reports of Staff Assistant City Administrator Beeman updated the Commission on Rice Creek Commons, the Long Lake Woods development, the Simon’s property, the Critical Corridors grant from Ramsey County, the EDA Forgivable Loan Program, the Ardan Park & Greenfield Park Redevelopment, EDA property acquisitions, and upcoming events including the joint EDC/Planning & Zoning Commission/City Council meeting to be held April 1, 2024. B. Reports of Council Members Council Member Gary Meehlhause provided an update to the EDC on the lack of a cannabis moratorium due to only having a four member Council, EDA approving the Forgivable Loan program, extending the CEE Agreement, the Parks & Recreation working with WSB on a Master Parks Plan, City is negotiating with haulers on organized garbage collection. C. Reports of EDC Commissioners Commissioner Helgemoe informed the Commission that the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce is holding a cannabis forum and also had their annual gala and encouraged the Commission to attend the next Business Council meeting. 9. NEXT REGULAR EDC MEETING The next meeting is March 21 if needed. The EDC normally breaks in the summer and reconvenes in the fall around November. 10. ADJOURNMENT Chair Moritko called for a motion to adjourn. Motion/Second: Commissioner Freichels moved and Rundle seconded to adjourn at 8:20 a.m. Motion Carried: 5 Ayes, 0 Item No: 07.A Meeting Date: November 21, 2024 Type of Business: EDC BUSINESS Administrator Review: ____ City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Review Applications for EDC Commissioner Openings and Make Recommendations to the EDA Background The Economic Development Commission is comprised of seven members. (Three business representatives and four resident representatives) Each member serves a three year term which are staggered to ensure continuity of service. Jason Helgemoe, Jim Freichels, and Gary Stevenson’s terms end December 31, 2024. All three have resubmitted their application. Discussion There are two Business Representative openings and one Resident Representative opening starting January 1, 2025. The EDC to discuss and make a recommendation to the EDA for the three openings. Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal Maintain a positive business climate where businesses want to locate and remain in Mounds View. Finance top redevelopment areas Industrial/Commercial/Residential. Financial Impact None Recommendation Staff recommends the EDC make a motion recommending two Business Representatives and one Resident Representative to the EDA for consideration. The EDA will review and consider the EDC’s recommendation at its November 25, 2024 regular meeting. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Attachment(s): 1. Application Jason Helgemoe 2. Application Jim Freichels 3. Application Gary Stevenson Advisor y Board/Committee/Commission Application Print Submitted by: Jason Helgemoe Submitted On: 2024-10-14 13:06:17 Submission IP: Status: Open Priority: Normal 204.26.112.245) proxy-IP (raw-IP) Assigned To: Barb Benesch Due Date: Open ADVISORY BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION APPLICATION 2401 Mounds View Boulevard * Mounds View MN 55112-1499 763) 717-4000 * Fax (763) 717-4019 info@moundsviewmn.org | www.moundsviewmn.org First Name Jason MI S Last Name Helgemoe Address 1135 Silver Lake Road City New Brighton State MN Zip Code 55014 Phone 651-529-1463 Years in Mounds View 15 Email jhelgemoe@nebankmn.com valid email required Commission/Committee Applying For : If applying for Economic Development Commission, check one box below: If applying for more than one, please indicate your 1st, 2nd, etc. preference to ser ve: Economic Development Commission (meets 3-4 times per year and as needed thereafter) Planning and Zoning Commission (meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM) Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission (meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 PM) Police Advisor y Board (meets as needed) EDC - Resident Representative EDC - Business Representative 10/14/24, 1:45 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/646330 1/3 Experience and Qualifications PRIVACY NOTICE:The information provided by you on this application will be used to determine your suitability for appointment to an advisor y commission.Par ticipation as an advisor y commission member is strictly voluntar y and you are not required by law to provide this information.However, should you not furnish this information the City may have difficulty determining your suitability for appointment, contacting you regarding your information, and if selected, notifying you of your duties on the advisor y commission.Under Minnesota State Statute 13.601, subd.3, the following information is considered public information before appointment:name, city of residence, education and training, employment histor y, volunteer work , awards and honors, prior government ser vice, veteran status.Once an individual is appointed, the following additional items of data are considered public:residential address, telephone number, email address. I have read and understand the Tennessean Warning and cer tify that the statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge: The City of Mounds View is committed to the policy that all persons shall have access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard for race, ethnicity, gender, age or physical abilities. Economic Development Commission The EDC is an advisory commission to the EDA consisting of seven members, (four resident representatives of Mounds View and three business representatives). While the commission doesn’t have the authority to take action, it serves as a sounding board for the EDA. Examples of commission projects are economic development marketing/branding initiatives, brainstorming ideas for redevelopment sites, reviewing financing and economic development policies,hearing from speakers on hearing economic development updates & issues affecting Mounds View, and setting annual priorities as it relates to assisting the EDA’s initiatives. Planning Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on Planning Applications, such as subdivisions, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments.The Commission, acting as the Board of Adjustments, has authority to approve Variances. Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission List civic, professional, or community organizations in Mounds View that you are involved with, if any: Current MV EDC Commissioner. Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce Board Member. MV Business Council. Please list any related work , volunteer and/or educational experiences that could help you in the role of commission member : Longtime Commercial Lender with Western Bank (now American National Bank) in Mounds View. Currently I am a Vice President and Commercial Lender with Northeast Bank. Please list any issues that may cause a conflict of interest between civic responsibility and your personal and/or professional interests: None known Briefly describe Mounds View's weaknesses: Amount of available Commercial Property for development. Briefly describe Mounds View's strengths: Centrally located in the Twin Cities. Strong City & EDC Leadership. What is your primar y interest in ser ving on the commission(s)? Give back to the community and help foster development and business. Please attach additional information if desired: Choose File No file chosen Optional Applicant Signature Jason Helgemoe Date 10/14/2024 Format: MM/DD/YYYY 10/14/24, 1:45 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/646330 2/3 The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission provides recommendations to the City Council for the development and improvement of parks within the City. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City on all matters affecting Parks and Recreation programs. Police Advisor y Commission The Police Advisory Commission assists and advises the City Council and the Police Department with enhancing awareness of Police Department capabilities and services; provides an opportunity for citizen involvement in police services; and encourages positive exchange between the Police Department and the community. Sustainability Committee The Sustainability Committee will review the sustainability on all City Infrastructure: Water, Sewer, Storm Water, Streets with the focus and passion on the Environmental aspect. 10/14/24, 1:45 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/646330 3/3 Advisor y Board/Committee/Commission Application Print Submitted by: Jim Freichels Submitted On: 2024-10-15 13:17:27 Submission IP: Status: Open Priority: Normal 4.37.136.38) proxy-IP (raw-IP) Assigned To: Barb Benesch Due Date: Open ADVISORY BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION APPLICATION 2401 Mounds View Boulevard * Mounds View MN 55112-1499 763) 717-4000 * Fax (763) 717-4019 info@moundsviewmn.org | www.moundsviewmn.org First Name Jim MI * Last Name Freichels Address 4860 Mustang Circle City Mounds View State MN Zip Code 55112 Phone 7637830035 Years in Mounds View * Email jim.freichels@dell-comm.com valid email required Commission/Committee Applying For : If applying for Economic Development Commission, check one box below: If applying for more than one, please indicate your 1st, 2nd, etc. preference to ser ve: Economic Development Commission (meets 3-4 times per year and as needed thereafter) Planning and Zoning Commission (meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM) Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission (meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 PM) Police Advisor y Board (meets as needed) EDC - Resident Representative EDC - Business Representative 10/15/24, 1:18 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647226 1/3 Experience and Qualifications PRIVACY NOTICE:The information provided by you on this application will be used to determine your suitability for appointment to an advisor y commission.Par ticipation as an advisor y commission member is strictly voluntar y and you are not required by law to provide this information.However, should you not furnish this information the City may have difficulty determining your suitability for appointment, contacting you regarding your information, and if selected, notifying you of your duties on the advisor y commission.Under Minnesota State Statute 13.601, subd.3, the following information is considered public information before appointment:name, city of residence, education and training, employment histor y, volunteer work , awards and honors, prior government ser vice, veteran status.Once an individual is appointed, the following additional items of data are considered public:residential address, telephone number, email address. I have read and understand the Tennessean Warning and cer tify that the statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge: The City of Mounds View is committed to the policy that all persons shall have access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard for race, ethnicity, gender, age or physical abilities. Economic Development Commission The EDC is an advisory commission to the EDA consisting of seven members, (four resident representatives of Mounds View and three business representatives). While the commission doesn’t have the authority to take action, it serves as a sounding board for the EDA. Examples of commission projects are economic development marketing/branding initiatives, brainstorming ideas for redevelopment sites, reviewing financing and economic development policies,hearing from speakers on hearing economic development updates & issues affecting Mounds View, and setting annual priorities as it relates to assisting the EDA’s initiatives. List civic, professional, or community organizations in Mounds View that you are involved with, if any: I have a Master's Degree of Civil Engineering specializing in Structural Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Institute of Technology. I have 40 years' experience in the telecommunications industry, which includes design and installation of indoor/outdoor copper and fiber cabling systems with the placement of an underground conduit systems. Please list any related work , volunteer and/or educational experiences that could help you in the role of commission member : I hold a State of MN Power Limited Technician license, I was a board member of the State of MN Board of Electricity, Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI)-Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), and coauthor of the current Technology System Contractor and Power Limited Technician Statute language. I was also involved with the Fridley Youth Sports Association for over 15- years. Please list any issues that may cause a conflict of interest between civic responsibility and your personal and/or professional interests: None Briefly describe Mounds View's weaknesses: The lack of land to develop. Briefly describe Mounds View's strengths: City of Mounds View has a business friendly environment and is sensitive to the tax payer. What is your primar y interest in ser ving on the commission(s)? I have been involved with the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce and the Mounds View Business council. Through these organizations I have been impressed with the City of Mounds View's efforts to expand and improve the business climate along with the needs of residents within the City of Mounds View. I would like to use my experience to help the Economic Development Commission provide a positive growth path for the City of Mounds View. Please attach additional information if desired: Choose File No file chosen Optional Applicant Signature James Freichels Date 10/15/2024 Format: MM/DD/YYYY 10/15/24, 1:18 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647226 2/3 Planning Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on Planning Applications, such as subdivisions, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments.The Commission, acting as the Board of Adjustments, has authority to approve Variances. Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission provides recommendations to the City Council for the development and improvement of parks within the City. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City on all matters affecting Parks and Recreation programs. Police Advisor y Commission The Police Advisory Commission assists and advises the City Council and the Police Department with enhancing awareness of Police Department capabilities and services; provides an opportunity for citizen involvement in police services; and encourages positive exchange between the Police Department and the community. Sustainability Committee The Sustainability Committee will review the sustainability on all City Infrastructure: Water, Sewer, Storm Water, Streets with the focus and passion on the Environmental aspect. 10/15/24, 1:18 PM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647226 3/3 Advisor y Board/Committee/Commission Application Print Submitted by: GARY STEVENSON Submitted On: 2024-10-15 20:18:10 Submission IP: Status: Open Priority: Normal 75.72.118.98) proxy-IP (raw-IP) Assigned To: Barb Benesch Due Date: Open ADVISORY BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION APPLICATION 2401 Mounds View Boulevard * Mounds View MN 55112-1499 763) 717-4000 * Fax (763) 717-4019 info@moundsviewmn.org | www.moundsviewmn.org First Name GARY MI L Last Name STEVENSON Address 2847 Ardan Avenue City MOUNDS VIEW, MN State MN Zip Code 55112 Phone 6123960383 Years in Mounds View * Email stev_gary@yahoo.com valid email required Commission/Committee Applying For : If applying for Economic Development Commission, check one box below: If applying for more than one, please indicate your 1st, 2nd, etc. preference to ser ve: Economic Development Commission (meets 3-4 times per year and as needed thereafter) Planning and Zoning Commission (meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM) Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission (meets 4th Thursday at 6:30 PM) Police Advisor y Board (meets as needed) EDC - Resident Representative EDC - Business Representative 10/16/24, 7:51 AM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647610 1/3 Experience and Qualifications PRIVACY NOTICE:The information provided by you on this application will be used to determine your suitability for appointment to an advisor y commission.Par ticipation as an advisor y commission member is strictly voluntar y and you are not required by law to provide this information.However, should you not furnish this information the City may have difficulty determining your suitability for appointment, contacting you regarding your information, and if selected, notifying you of your duties on the advisor y commission.Under Minnesota State Statute 13.601, subd.3, the following information is considered public information before appointment:name, city of residence, education and training, employment histor y, volunteer work , awards and honors, prior government ser vice, veteran status.Once an individual is appointed, the following additional items of data are considered public:residential address, telephone number, email address. I have read and understand the Tennessean Warning and cer tify that the statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge: The City of Mounds View is committed to the policy that all persons shall have access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard for race, ethnicity, gender, age or physical abilities. Economic Development Commission The EDC is an advisory commission to the EDA consisting of seven members, (four resident representatives of Mounds View and three business representatives). While the commission doesn’t have the authority to take action, it serves as a sounding board for the EDA. Examples of commission projects are economic development marketing/branding initiatives, brainstorming ideas for redevelopment sites, reviewing financing and economic development policies,hearing from speakers on hearing economic development updates & issues affecting Mounds View, and setting annual priorities as it relates to assisting the EDA’s initiatives. Planning Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on Planning Applications, such as subdivisions, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments.The Commission, acting as the Board of Adjustments, has authority to approve Variances. Parks, Recreation and Forestr y Commission The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission provides recommendations to the City Council for the development and improvement of parks within the City. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City on all matters affecting Parks and Recreation programs. List civic, professional, or community organizations in Mounds View that you are involved with, if any: Planning and Zoning Commission over 30 years EDC 10 years Please list any related work , volunteer and/or educational experiences that could help you in the role of commission member : Please list any issues that may cause a conflict of interest between civic responsibility and your personal and/or professional interests: Briefly describe Mounds View's weaknesses: Briefly describe Mounds View's strengths: What is your primar y interest in ser ving on the commission(s)? Please attach additional information if desired: Choose File No file chosen Optional Applicant Signature Gary Stevenson Date 10/15/2024 Format: MM/DD/YYYY 10/16/24, 7:51 AM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647610 2/3 Police Advisor y Commission The Police Advisory Commission assists and advises the City Council and the Police Department with enhancing awareness of Police Department capabilities and services; provides an opportunity for citizen involvement in police services; and encourages positive exchange between the Police Department and the community. Sustainability Committee The Sustainability Committee will review the sustainability on all City Infrastructure: Water, Sewer, Storm Water, Streets with the focus and passion on the Environmental aspect. 10/16/24, 7:51 AM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/647610 3/3 Item No: 07.B Meeting Date: November 21, 2024 Type of Business: EDC BUSINESS Administrator Review: ____ City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Resolution NO. 24-EDC-50 Establishing the EDC Meeting Calendar for 2025 Background Section 408.07 of the Mounds View Municipal Code and the EDC Bylaws require that the Economic Development Commission establish a meeting calendar. The EDC did this last November for 2024. The Bylaws also specify that the meetings shall occur on the third Thursday of each month which can be amended by a resolution. The Commission has traditionally met at 7:30 am. It is recommended that the EDC meetings be held on the third Thursday of each month as-needed starting at 7:30 a.m. A resolution has been prepared to reflect those dates. The following dates represent the third Thursdays through 2025. January 16, 2025 February 20, 2025 March 20, 2025 April 17, 2025 May 15, 2025 Wednesday June 18, 2025 due to Juneteenth Holiday July 17, 2025 August 21, 2025 September 18, 2025 October 16, 2025 November 20, 2025 December 18, 2025 Only Thursday June 19, 2025 conflicts with a holiday. Therefore Wednesday June 18, 2025 is recommended. Discussion The EDC to discuss the calendar dates for 2025. Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal Maintain a positive business climate where businesses want to locate and remain in Mounds View. Finance top redevelopment areas Industrial/Commercial/Residential. Financial Impact None Recommendation Staff recommends the EDC make a motion approving Resolution NO. 24-EDC-50 establishing the calendar of meeting dates for 2025 and confirming the time of day. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Attachment(s): 1. Resolution NO. 24-EDC-50 MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 24-EDC-50 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CALENDAR OF MEETING DATES FOR 2025 WHEREAS, The Mounds View Economic Development Commission plans to hold one business meeting per month throughout 2025 as needed, with the exception of Special Meetings; and WHEREAS, the adoption of a list of meeting dates provides an orderly system of advance notification for the benefit of the EDC, City staff, and the general public; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Economic Development Commission hereby adopts the calendar of 2024 meeting dates attached hereto. Adopted this 21st day of November 2024. ________________________________ Chair ATTEST: ________________________________ Assistant City Administrator CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 2025 MEETING DATES January 16, 2025 February 20, 2025 March 20, 2025 April 17, 2025 May 15, 2025 June 18, 2025 July 17, 2025 August 21, 2025 September 18, 2025 October 16, 2025 November 20, 2025 December 18, 2025 Item No: 08.A Meeting Date: November 21, 2024 Type of Business: EDC BUSINESS Administrator Review: ____ City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Economic Development Commission From: Brian Beeman, Assistant City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Reports of Staff A. 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. As of November 2024, all construction is still on hold. At the November 1, 2023 open house, the developer is proposing additional density. However, there is still a $25 Million gap in financing the infrastructure on Ramsey County’s portion. In a perfect world, master development agreement discussion will begin January 2024 with the goal of having a final agreement in 2024. For more information: https://www.cityofardenhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/ 09272023-1166 B. Mounds View Business Council Meeting The next meeting will be held at the MV Event Center Wednesday December 19, 2024 from 8:00- 9:00 a.m. All meetings are free and all EDC Members are encouraged to attend. The featured speaker is TBD. C. Long Lake Woods Marty Harsted is moving forward in creating 12 new single-family residential lots. He would like to break ground in the spring of 2025. He apparently has about four homes that would be built right away once the development has been completed. D. Tom Fields Estate A developer had planned to purchase three lots from Tom Fields located across from Lambert Park to construct three assisted living homes, however Mr. Fields has delayed the project. Therefore, the developer has backed out of the project. Three more developers have inquired about these lots, however the asking price is too high and they have backed out as well. This project is on hold until the land owners agree to move forward. The Mounds View Vision A Thriving Desirable Community Reports of Staff November 21, 2024 Page 2 of 2 E. Simon's Building The Simon's property has been purchased by Sabry Shrara, the owner of Mounds View dentistry. He initially, wanted to construct a new professional building consisting of a new dental office and two additional suites to be leased to a future tenant with apartments on the upper levels. However, he couldn't get lending for that type of use, so he is reevaluating and the project is on hold until he can get his current dental office build out completed near the movie theater. He met with a realtor who currently has the property listed. Beeman has shown this property and the EDA lot to an auto repair franchise who may be bringing a proposal forward to the EDA soon. F. Kusina Restaurant The Kusina Restaurant and Filipino Village is now complete. They took advantage of a Critical Corridors grant through Ramsey County to finish exterior painting of the entire building. They also resurfaced the parking lot and restriped. G. MV Square Staff met with Paster Enterprises in September 2022 to seek their interest level in redeveloping the Mounds View Square area. They see the potential need to redevelop the site. However, they need time to brainstorm and will check-in 2023. The City as submitted a grant for $50,000 to Ramsey County to help with redevelopment planning for this area. The City hired a consultant to complete a market study and concepts for the site. Meetings were held at two City Council work sessions and they also held a public engagement open house to capture comments from the public. The City Council accepted the final findings and recommendations at its December 11, 2023 meeting. Pastor is still deciding what to do. In the meantime, Dollar General moved to the CVS building and is subleasing that space for three years. H. Ardan Park & Greenfield Park Redevelopment Wetland delineation studies were completed in the fall of 2022 on both sites. Several developers showed interest and the Council ultimately chose Pulte Homes to develop market rate town homes as per the City's Strategic Plan. Since then, the Council voted against the development. The City is currently researching wetland banking for that area and the possibility of constructing a trail around the wetland and also around the existing retention ponds at the compost site. The abandoned home was purchased by Chris Lindhahl and removed. The EDA is deciding what to do with the lots currently owned by the EDA and City. I. Other Upcoming Events/Reports N/A Brian Beeman Assistant City Administrator