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Robert W. Ruettimann
Patricia Jindra
Marlaine Szurek
Julienne Wyckoff
Gary L. Peterson
Bruce Nawrocki
Bobby Williams
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
November 19, 2002
The following is the Agenda for the regular meeting of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority (EDA) to be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2002, in the City Hall, Conference
Room 1,590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN 55421
The EDA does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its
accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all EDA services, programs, and
activities. Auxiliary aids for handicapped persons are available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in
advance. Please call the EDA Secretary at 706-3669 to make arrangements (TDD 706-2806) for deaf or hearing impaired only.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
CONSENT AGENDA.(These items are considered to be routine by the EDA Board of Commissioners
and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion.)
A. Move to adopt the consent agenda items as listed below:
1) Approval of Minutes.
a. The Regular Meeting of October 15, 2002.
2) Financial Report and Payment of Bills.
a. Financial Statement for October, 2002.
b. Payment of Bills for October, 2002.
MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2002-16, Resolution of the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority (EDA) approving the financial statement for October,
2002 and approving payment of bills for the month of October, 2002.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION.
1. Renew Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation
MOTION: Move to enter into a Consulting Services Agreement with the Greater
Metropolitan Housing Corporation to participate in their programs; and furthermore, to
authorize the President and Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
2. Adopt Resolution 2002-19, a Resolution finding a Parcel to be occupied by a
Structurally Substandard Building
MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2002-19, a Resolution finding a Parcel to be occupied
by a Structurally Substandard Building.
3. Award Bid for Demolition of Homes at 3718 and 3722 Central Avenue NE
MOTION: Move to award the Demolition of the homes at 3718 and 3722 Central Avenue
N.E. to Belair Demolition in the total amount of $18,575, and furthermore, to authorize the
President and Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
THE CITY Of COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT or The PROVISION OF SERVICES
EQUAL OPPORtUnitY EMPLOYER
4. Approve Appointment to Business Revolving Loan Fund Committee
MOTION: Move to Approve the Appointment of Mr. Robert Trcwartha as a member of the
Business Revolving Loan Fund Committee.
5. Adopt Resolution 2002-17, a Resolution Authorizing BRLF Signatures
MOTION: Move to waive thc reading of Resolution 2002-17, there being an ample amount
of copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2002-17, a Resolution Authorizing the EDA President
and Executive Director as signatures for the Business Revolving Loan Fund disbursements.
6. Adopt Resolution 2002-18, A Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of $50,000 from
}IRA Fund 299 to U.S. Bank for the Business Revolving Loan Fund
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2002-18, there being an ample amount
of copies available to the public.
MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2002-18, A Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of
$50,000 from HRA Fund 299 to U.S. Bank to be used for the Business Revolving Loan
Fund.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Report of the Deputy Executive Director -Robert Streetar.
Report of the Executive Director - Walt Fehst.
ADJOURNMENT
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
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The mission of the Columbia 21eights Bconomic ~oevelopment Authority is to provide financial and technical assistance
and resources to residentia~ commercia6 and industrial interests to promote health, safety, welfare, economic development
and redevelopment.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 15, 2002
CALL TO ORDER - The Regular Meeting of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority (EDA) was called to order by President Ruettimann at 6:04 p.m., Tuesday, October 15,
2002, in the Parkview Villa, Community Room B, 965 40th Avenue NE, Columbia Heights,
Minnesota.
ROLL CALL
Commission Members Present:
Commission Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Robert Ruettimann, Marlaine Szurek, Gary Peterson,
Julienne Wyckoff, Bobby Williams and Bruce Nawrocki
Patricia Jindra
Bob Streetar, Deputy Executive Director
Randy Schumacher, Community Development Assistant
Cheryl Bakken, Secretary
Mark Nagel, Housing Assistant
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
Move to adopt the minutes of the September 17, 2002, Special meeting as presented in writing.
Financial Report and Payment of Bills
Move to approve Resolution 2002-15, Resolution of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority (EDA) approving the financial statements for September, 2002 and
approving payment of bills for September, 2002.
MOTION by Peterson, second by Szurek, to adopt the consent agenda items as listed. All ayes.
Motion Carried.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
EDA Bond Fund Fee
Streetar stated the Board requested the Finance Department provide a report on the City
Administrative fees charged on revenue bonds sold by Crest View and Columbia Park Clinic.
The process was put into place in 1998 to compensate for services and liability exposure related
to non-City revenue bond issues. To account for this revenue, the City created a special revenue
fund that would also be used to account for the rental fees received for the cellular antennas on
the high-rise and the water tower. On the spreadsheet, under the expenditure section, all of the
items except for item 1, the dishwasher for Murzyn Hall and item 7, the ~ underground for
Central Avenue Project are EDA expenses. There is $298,986.66 available in funds for use by
the EDA.
Nawrocki asked where the authority came from to use the EDA funds for items 1 and 7.
Ruettimann felt the dollar figures were incorrect, because the listed antenna funds were
designated to go into a separate fund years ago and should not be added into this account. He
will contact Bill Elrite, Finance Director to clarify this.
Reinstate Patricia Jindra, as Liason for Resident Council Meetings
Streetar stated at the September EDA meeting, commissioners asked to have Patricia Jindra
designated as the EDA's representative to the Resident Council Meetings to record and report
back to the EDA. There isn't anything in the State Statute that designated the Board pay Jindra,
Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes
October 15, 2002
Page 2 of 2
for recording the minutes of the special meeting. This would be determined by the Board.
Szurek stated that Jindra 's heart has always been with the HRA and felt she did a good job of
reporting the minutes of the Resident Council Meetings in the past. $zurek asked what amount
Jindra was compensated for in the past. Streetar stated she was paid $35 per meeting.
Wyckoff stated Jindra has asked to be on the HRA Board and wondered what steps need to be
taken to insure this. Ruettimann stated there is two options; 1) In January of 2003, when one of
the commissioners terms expires she could be appointe& or 2) if one of the councilmembers
would like to step down and let her take their place starting in January.
Motion by Nawrocki, second by Wyckoff, to designate Patricia Jindra as the EDA's
representative to the Resident Council Meetings to record the minutes and report to the EDA and
furthermore, be compensated at $35 per meeting. All ayes. Motion Carried.
EDA Holiday Gathering/Dinner
Bakken stated for the past four or five years the EDA has held their December meeting at dax's
Restaurant prior to the Holiday Dinner for the boardmembers and one guest, acknowledging
their community service. Staff asked if the Board would like to go back to .lax's again this year
or is there somewhere else they would like to go.
All of the Boardmembers, felt .lax's Restaurant was very accommodating to our needs and
directed staff to make arrangements for the meeting and dinner to be held on Tuesday, December
17th. Bakken will make reservations.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Streetar requested the commissioners read over the Community Development Monthly Goals
Update and contact him if they have any questions this week, due to the short meeting tonight.
Streetar stated that the Columbia Heights TIF map was included in the packet indicating all TIF
districts, project areas, and other demographics as requested by the Board last month.
ADJOURNMENT
President, Ruettimann, adjourned the meeting at 6:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryl Bakken
Recording Secretary
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Agenda ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Financial Report and Payment of Bills BY: Bob Streetar BY:
DATE: November 10, 2002
BACKGROUND:
The bound Financial Report for October 1, 2002 Check Listing (green sheets), and draft Resolution
2002-16 are attached for review. The enclosed Financial Report lists the Revenue Guideline (pink
sheets), the Expenditure Guideline (yellow sheets), Expenditure Guideline with Detail (white sheets),
and Balance Sheet (blue sheets), for each fund and department. The report covers the activity in the
calendar (fiscal) year from January 1 through October 31, 2002.
The Check History shows each fund with an expenditure history during the month of October, 2002.
The total disbursements by fund are shown at the top of the listing.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staffwill be available to answer specific questions. If the report is satisfactorily complete, we
recommend the Board take affirmative action to receive the Financial Report and approve the payment
of bills.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to approve Resolution 2002-16, Resolution of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority (EDA) approving the Financial Statement for October, 2002 and Payment of Bills for the
month of October, 2002.
EDA ACTION:
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EDA RESOLUTION 2002-16
RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (EDA) APPROVING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR OCTOBER,
2002 AND PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR THE MONTH OFOCTOBER, 2002.
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA) is required by
Minnesota Statutes Section 469.096, Subd. 9, to prepare a detailed financial statement which
shows all receipts and disbursements, their nature, the money on hand, the purposes to which the
money on hand is to be applied, the EDA's credits and assets and its outstanding liabilities; and
WHEREAS, said Statute also requires the EDA to examine the statement and treasurer's
vouchers or bills and if correct, to approve them by resolution and enter the resolution in its
records; and
WHEREAS, the financial statement for the month of October, 2002 and the list of bills for the
month of October, 2002 are attached hereto and made a part of this resolution; and
WHEREAS, the EDA has examined the financial statement and the list of bills and finds them
to be acceptable as to both form and accuracy.
NOW,THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia
Heights Economic Development Authority that it has examined the attached financial statements
and list of bills, which are attached hereto and made a part hereof, and they are found to be
correct, as to form and content; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the financial statements are acknowledged and received and
the list of bills as presented in writing are approved for payment out of proper funds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED this resolution and attachments are to be made a part of the
permanent records of the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority.
Passed this __ day of ,2002.
MOTION BY:
SECONDED BY:
AYES:
NAYS:
Robert Ruettimann, President
Attest by:
Cheryl Bakken, Secretary
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: [ DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Renew Agreement with the Greater BY: Mark Nagel BY:
Metropolitan Housing Corporation DATE: November 12, 2002
BACKGROUND: The EDA approved an agreement with Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation for $7,500
(Effective 4/1/02) to provide access by Columbia Heights residents to the services of the Housing Resource Center and the
MHFA Rehab Incentive Program. As the attached brochure shows, the Housing Resource Center guides residents through
the purchase, financing, refinancing, and/or the construction/renovation process from their office in NE Minneapolis. The
program allows for "one stop shopping" for those interested in information about mortgage and home improvement loan
programs, home improvements, and housing maintenance. Residents are able to discuss their individual situation with
Housing Resource Center staff, who will recommend the most effective program available and assist them through each
step of the process. City CD staff is able to save time for other redevelopment projects, since they can direct these phone
calls to a central, qualified source.
The new MHFA Rehab Incentive Program the EDA is participating in, through the help of successful grant applications
by the GMHC, has also been successful in the city (see the attached update through October). The program provides a
cash rebate to Columbia Heights homeowners that complete home improvement projects. The rebate is calculated as a
percentage of their income - for example, homeowners with incomes at or below 50% of the median family income get a
15% rebate; those with median family incomes between 50%-80%, get a 12% rebate; and those with median family
incomes between 80% and 115% receive a 10% rebate. The maximum rebate is $3,000. As the program is available to
Columbia Heights homeowners over the median family income, more residents are eligible, which makes a nice "fit"
with the city's current portfolio of housing rehab programs.
As for the new Agreement, it is much the same as the current one with a few exceptions: (1) the cost for a full year is
$12,500; (2) if the service is terminated prior to the end of the year, the EDA will be reimbursed a prorated amount of
the fee; (3) a marketing plan for the programs will be developed and agreed upon by March 15~ of each year the
Agreement is in effect; and (4) GMHC will provide information on its fee by August 1't each year the Agreement is in
effect, so that the EDA can budget for appropriate costs for the following year. In short, this is the standard Agreement
that other metro cities have for participation in the program.
Ms. Jennifer Bergrnan, Program Director for GMHC, will be at the meeting to answer any questions that Boardmembers
may have on this item.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff Recommends the EDA Board Approve a Consulting Services Agreement with the
Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation to participate in their programs.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to enter into a Consulting Services Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan
Housing Corporation to participate in their programs; and furthermore, to authorize the President and Executive Director
to enter into an agreement for the same.
Mtachments
EDA ACTION:
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS IS AN AGREEMENT entered into the 19th day of November 2002 by and
between the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority hereinafter referred to as the
EDA, and the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation of the Twin Cities (GMHC), a non-
profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota, hereinafter
referred to as the Consultant.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the EDA desires to hire the Consultant to render certain technical,
professional, and marketing assistance in connection with such undertakings of the EDA.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto do mutually agree as follows:
Scope of Services. The Consultant shall provide all the necessary technical
rehabilitation advisory services, loan administration and fundraising for the
Programs as follows:
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Provide all HousingResource Center services to residents of the city of Columbia
Heights out of its Northeast Minneapolis office with scheduled visits to Columbia
Heights properties. These services include the following:
1) Provide building evaluations to residents;
2) Provide information on city building code, permit requirements and process;
3) Assist residents in preparing written scopes of work for renovation projects;
4) Provide construction cost information to residents;
5) Educate homeowners on the construction bid process;
6) Evaluate bids and work completed to ensure quality and cost effective
renovations;
7) Monitor the construction process; and,
8) Assist residents with financing of projects.
9) Assisting First Time Home Buyers with training
10) GMHC through its Housing Resource Center will makes its new
construction/housing rehabilitation program available to the city of Columbia
Heights.
B. Develop financing programs for renovation projects as requested by the EDA.
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Assist the EDA staff in securing additional funding needed to implement all
program elements including an application for the Minnesota Housing Finance
Agency for the Rehab Incentive Program.
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Develop a marketing plan for the HousingResource CenterTM services and housing
rehabilitation programs to Columbia Heights residents in conjunction with EDA
staff, by March 15, 2003.
II.
Term. This agreement shall be eff'ective fi.om January 1, 2003 and shall continue
through December 31, 2003 and reviewed by August 1 of each successive year by
the Consultant and the EDA for services for the following year.
III.
Compensation. The fees for the Consultant services shall be paid by February 15,
2003. The fees for service by the Consultant will be $12,500. If the agreement is
terminated by GMHC prior to December 31, 2003, the EDA will be reimbursed a
prorated amount of the $12,500 fee.
IV.
Insurance. During the term of this agreement, the Consultant shall obtain and
maintain workers compensation, comprehensive general liability, and automobile
liability insurance. Comprehensive general liability insurance shall have an
aggregate limit of $2,000,000. Upon request by the EDA, the Consultant shall
provide a certificate or certificates of insurance relating to the insurance required.
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Indemnification. The parties shall indemnify and hold harmless each other and
their officials, agents, and employees fi.om any loss, claim, liability, and expense
(including reasonable attorney's fees and expenses of litigation) arising out of any
action of the respective parties in the performance of the service of this contract.
VI.
Assignment. This agreement shall not be assigned, sublet, or transferred without
the written consent of the EDA.
VII.
Conflict of Interest. The Consultant agrees to immediately alert the Executive
Director of possible contractual conflicts of interest in represeming the EDA, as
well as property owners or developers on the same project. Conflicts of interest
may be grounds for termination of this Agreement.
THIS AGREEMENT was adopted by the EDA on the 19 day of November 2002.
ATTEST:
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Its President
Its Executive Director
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The HousingResource Cemer is GMMHC's newest program which was created to provide
comprehensive free housing services to all residents of Minneapolis, while also improving the
community and its housing stock. The HousingResource Center provides numerous services, including
individual, high quality, complete assistance through the purchase, financing, refinancing or
construction/renovation process. The first Center was opened in Northeast Minneapolis at 909 Main
Street in 1995. Because of its success, Hennepin County asked that we open another center providing
services to the communities of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, New Hope and Robbinsdale. As a result, we
opened the Northwest Center at 44"' and Penn Avenues North in Minneapolis. In 1999, in response to
requests fi:om Minneapolis city officials, a Southside Center was opened at 3800 Longfellow Avenue.
Upon request from the City of Roseville, as of April 1, 2000 the HousingResource Center -Northeast
services were available to their residents.
The North-Metro 1-35W Corridor Coalition asked GMMHC to open a new office in mid-2001 to serve
their communities of Arden Hills, Blaine, Circle Pines, Mounds View, New Brighton, Roseville and
Shoreview. This service will begin in 2001, and will also serve Coon Rapids.
· The HousingResource Cemer is a partnership with the Minneapolis business community, state, regional
county and city agencies.
· All services areprovidedfree to thepublic.
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· The three HousingResource Centers provided services to 5,024 clients.
Since opening in July of 1995, GMMHC 's HousingResource CentersprovMed !
13,859 servtces to 1L374 client&
During 2000, GMMHC received funding support from the various cities and counties to cover one-
third of the cost of operating the HousingResource Centers. GMMHC also administers a few of the
neighborhood NRP Programs, for which we receive a small fee.
GREATER MINNEAPOLIS METROPOLITAN HOUSING CORPORATION
15 South 5th Street, Suite 710 * Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 2 DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2002-19, a Resolution BY: Randy Schumacher BY:
Finding a Parcel to be Occupied by a Structurally DATE: November 14, 2002
Substandard Building.
BACKGROUND: The attached map outlines a possible redevelopment project on the 3700 block of
Central Avenue. The City has acquired two blighted parcels and is working with the owner of the old
Bridgeman's site as a third building to be included in the redevelopment project. One of the financing
tools that can be used on this project is Tax Increment Financing. In order to create this type of Tax
Increment Financing District, the EDA must make a determination that before the demolition or removal
of these substandard buildings, certain conditions exist. In order to deem a parcel as being occupied by a
structurally substandard building, the EDA must first pass a resolution before the demolition or removal,
indicating that the parcel was occupied by one or more substandard buildings and that after demolition
and clearance the EDA intended to include the parcel within the proposed Tax Increment Financing
District.
By taking this action, the EDA will have the opportunity in the future, to qualify this site as a
redevelopment district and have additional funding sources available for use in the project area. The
creation of a TIF district at this time is not recommended.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Adoption of Resolution 2002-19, finding a Parcel to be
Occupied by a Structurally Substandard Building.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2002-19, there being an
ample amount of copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2002-19, a Resolution finding a Parcel to
be occupied by a Structurally Substandard Building.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
consent Form2002\EDA Adopt Res. 2002-19
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
ANOKA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-19
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
FINDING A PARCEL TO BE OCCUPIED BY A
STRUCTURALLY SUBSTANDARD BUILDING
WHEREAS, it has been proposed by the Board of Commissioners (the "Board") of the
Economic Development Authority (the "EDA") for the City of Columbia Heights (the "City")
that the EDA create a Tax Increment Financing District in an area within the City to be
designated a redevelopment district as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.174, Subd. 10;
and
WHEREAS, In order to create this type of Tax Increment Financing District, the EDA
must make a determination that before the demolition or removal of the substandard buildings,
certain conditions existed; and
WHEREAS, the conditions found by the EDA to exist throughout the proposed Tax
Increment Financing District are that parcels consisting of 70 percent of the area of the district
are occupied by buildings, streets, utilities, paved or gravel parking lots, or other similar
structures and more than 50 percent of the buildings, not including outbuildings, are structurally
substandard to a degree requiring substantial renovation or clearance; and
WHEREAS, in order to deem a parcel as being occupied by a structurally substandard
building, the EDA must first pass a resolution before the demolition or removal that the parcel
was occupied by one or more structurally substandard buildings and that after demolition and
clearance the EDA intended to include the parcel within the proposed Tax Increment Financing
District; and
WHEREAS, there exists in the City on each parcel or parcels described in Exhibit A
attached hereto (Collectively, the "Parcel") one or more structurally substandard buildings to be
demolished or removed (the "Substandard Building Condition"); and
WHEREAS, a parcel is deemed to be occupied by a structurally substandard building if
the Substandard Building Condition is met within three years of the filing of the request for
certification of the parcel as part of the Tax Increment Financing District with the county auditor;
and if certain other conditions are met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of the EDA for the City that
15% of the area of the parcels identified in Exhibit A attached hereto contains improvements and
is occupied by one or more structurally substandard buildings and that after demolition and
clearance the City intends to include these parcels within the proposed Tax Increment Financing
District.
Approved by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority this day of ., 2002.
Robert Ruettimann, President
ATTEST:
Cher Bakken, Secretary
EXHIBIT A
PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
3718 CENTRAL AVENUE NE
3722 CENTRAL AVENUE NE
3800 CENTRAL AVENUE NE
PIN #35-30-24-44-0118
PIN #35-30-24-44-0117
PIN #35-30-24-44-0157
Redevelopment Tax Increment District
Qualification Worksheet
M.S. 469.174, Subd. 10
City of Columbia Heights
Redevelopment District __
3718 Central Avenue NE
Step 3
IStructurally Substandard DocumentationI
S.f/Descr/etc
Replacement Cost
Size of Building
Type of Building
Age of Building
572 Sq. Ft.
1 ~ Story House
1910
$34,320
$17,160
$ 9,152
$60,632 Total
In C~9_~_i~liance with Building Code applicable to new buildings
Yes[ INo
If "Yes", Property is NOT Substandard
If "No", Continue
Information from Building Inspection and State Building Value Data
Average Cost of:
Replace
(New)
Repair
(rix)
Plumbing $ 6,000
Electric $ 2,500
Other (Describe)
Windows $10,000
Porch/Stairs $ 8,500
Heating $ 2,000
Roofing $ 4,000
Siding $ 5,000
Total: $38,000
% of Substandard (62 %) Property Qualifies
"Structurally Substandard"
Containing defects in structural elements or a combination of deficiencies in
essential utilities and facilities, light and ventilation, fire protection including
Adequate egress, layout and condition of interior partitions, or similar factors
with defects or deficiencies.
Redevelopment Tax Increment District
Qualification Worksheet
M.S. 469.174, Subd. 10
City of Columbia Heights
Redevelopment District __
3722 Central Avenue NE
Step 3
IStrncturaily Substandard DocumentationI
S.f/Descr/etc
Replacement Cost
Size of Building
Type of Building
Age of Building
631 Sq. Ft.
1 ½ Story House
1906
$37,860
$18,930
$10,096
$66,886 Total
In Compliance with Building Code applicable to new buildings
Yes ~--] No ~-~
If "Yes", Property is NOT Substandard
If "No", Continue
Information from Building Inspection and State Building Value Data
Average Cost of:
Replace
(New)
Repair
(~ix)
Plumbing $4,000
Electric $2,500
Other (Describe):
Windows $10,000
Porch/Stairs $ 5,000
Heating (Asbestos Removal) $ 5,500
Roofing $ 4,000
Siding $ 5,000
Total: $36,000
% of Substandard ( 53 %) Property Qualifies
"Structurally Substandard"
Containing defects in structural elements or a combination of deficiencies in
Essential utilities and facilities, light and ventilation, fire protection including
Adequate egress, layout and condition of interior partitions, or similar factors
with defects or deficiencies.
Redevelopment Tax Increment District
Qualification Worksheet
M.S. 469.174, Subd. 10
City of Columbia Heights
Redevelopment District __
3800 Central Avenue NE
Step 3
IStructurally Substandard DocumentationI
GB/Descr/etc
Replacement Cost
Size of Building
Type of Building
Age of Building
3,635 Sq. Ft.
One Story Commercial Restaurant
1969
$283,530
$ 58,160
$341,690 Total
In Co~_l~liance with Building Code applicable to new buildings
Yes] ]No ~]
If "Yes", Property is NOT Substandard
If "No", Continue
Information from Building Inspection and State Building Value Data
Average Cost of:
Replace
(New)
Repair
(Fix)
Plumbing
Electrical
$30,000(2 Bathrooms)
$ 2,000
Others (Describe)
Structure - Egress $ 2,000
HVAC $30,000
Roof $12,000
Total: $76,000
% of Substandard (22%) Property Qualifies
"Structurally Substandard"
Containing defects in structural elements or a combination of deficiencies in
Essential utilities and facilities, light and ventilation, fire protection including
Adequate egress, layout and condition of interior partitions, or similar factors
with defects or deficiencies.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 3 DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Award Bid for Demolition of Homes at BY: Randy Schumacher BY:
3718 and 3722 Central Avenue NE DATE: November 13, 2002
BACKGROUND: The City acquired two blighted homes on 37th and Central for the purpose of
creating a redevelopment project in that area. In order to prepare the site for redevelopment, staff has
obtained three quotes for the removal of the single-family structures at 3718 and 3722 Central Avenue.
Staff sent out ten sets of "Request for Quotes" and related specifications. We received three bids on
the project:
· Browns Contracting $23,000
· Jay Brothers Inc. $19,800
· Belair Demolition $18,575
Belair Demolition submitted the lowest responsible bid of $18,575 for the total demolition cost of both
3718 and 3722 Central Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Board award the demolition of 3718 and 3722 Central
Avenue NE to Belair Demolition based upon their low, qualified responsible quote in the amount of
$18,575.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to award the Demolition of the homes at 3718 and 3722
Central Avenue N.E. to Belair Demolition in the total amount of $18,575, and furthermore, to
authorize the President and Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
h:\consent Form2002\EDA Award Demolition Bid-3718,3722 Central
City Of Columbi= Hei§h[.~
R=dy 5chum~'her
PAGe': pase I ,d' I
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PLaN DATE:
PLAN PAGES:
PHONE;:
FA',(:
E-MAIL:
763-706-3670
763-706-3671
DATK:
PROJECT:
L,OCA'£1ON:
Novo~ber 14~ 2002
Central Av~ Hous~ Demolition }0~2..I)2
Columbia Heights
AI31)EN DA:
C/L ,150 [
INCLUSIONS:
1. Mandatory Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 10-Day Notification
2. Any Nece.~sr~ Demolition Permits
'Mobilization
4. Demolish, Remove And Dispose Of 37 ] 8 & 3722 Cemeral Ave North
TOTAL BASE: PRICE:
~.XCLUSIONS
R~'noval of asl~stos or other limzardous materials fi-om buildings to be demolished
Disposal of fluot~cem hu}~ or bal]asis
Utility Disconnects
Erosion control
Fteon and CFC disposal
Handling and testing ofnny rent, rials cncountered deemed dangerous, hazardous, or contaminated
ltidden end buried debris, if
Fill Import
Pumpintl 'and lesally disposing ofumk fluid and sludge
Hidden and buried tanks, it'any
Tree removal
w~Ii abandonment
QUALIFICATIONS:
* All salvageable materials ~o becom~ property o£Belair.
* Prices he-ri:in are protected ii'om increns~ upon c.~ecu~ion and delivery ora ¢omict agreement ot~ or before
12-14-02.
$1
Firm Bid
Belair Excavatln~
Prltm~.d N~m~. Dun Mmtin
Its: Project Mana~m'
Dated: November 14, 2002
By;
~imed Name:
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PROPOSAL FOR
R~-MOYAL Olr RE$_ID=E~TIAL AND ~,0M~,HgRCIAL_.ST. RLr _C?U_ RE~
GENERAL ~QU_!RE;MENTS.
Quor~ must be ryla~l or prepm'cd in ~.
Quot~ m~t be ai~ in i~.
All ~r~a or ch~g~ m~t be initi~ed.
Quot~$ m~t be r~c¢iv~d no lat~ th~ ~tat~ ~ ~e ~ve~aement of ~mte$.
It i~ understood that the owner (City ofColtanbia H¢i?~hts) may accept or reject any
proposal.
The proposal is submitted aft~r carcfi:l study of the Specifications and from a personal
knowledge of the conditions at the site, which knowledge wa~ obtained fi'om our own
soutc~ of information and not from any official or ~nploy¢¢ of'the City.
All requirements as outlined in thc docrtments ~re uncler~tood and have been complied
with.
PROPOSAL FOR
REMOVAL OF RESIDENTIAL AND cOMMERCiAL STRUCTURES
PROPOSALS DUE: 2:00 pm Wenesday, September 18, 2002
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Quotes must be typed or prepared in ink.
Quotes must be signed in ink.
All erasures or changes must be initialed.
Quotes must be received no later than stated in the advertisement of quotes.
Company Name: ,~'~~ t'~ ~.,~ ( ,,__,~. % t-,ex~_3L'l ~
Address: ]Og g (-//O ~/'' C&9~.- . /~tl~. 'ff / ~0/.
Telephone #'s: (.DJ% ~:~ 700_~~
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It is understood that the owner (City of Columbia Heights) may accept or reject any
proposal.
The proposal is submitted after careful study of the Specifications and from a personal
knowledge of the conditions at the site, which knowledge was obtained from our own
sources of information and not fi.om any official or employee of the City.
All requirements as outlined in the documents are understood and have been complied
with.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: q DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
_ \
ITEM: Appointment to Business Revolving BY: Mark Nagel
BY:
Loan Fund Committee (BRLF) DATE: November 1
2;2002
BACKGROUND: With the approval of the BRLF revisions in April by the EDA Board, staffwas
directed to advertise for two additional members to the Loan Review Committee. This committee will
make recommendations on loan packages to the EDA Board. At the July meeting, Mr. Richard Schmidt
was added to the three present members; Commissioner, Julienne Wyckoff, EDA President, Robert
Ruettiman, and former local banker, Erv Bernard. Staff has received an application from Mr. Bob
Trewartha, which would fill the five member Loan Review Committee requirements, if approved by the
EDA Board. Mr. Bob Trewartha, 3915 Van Buren Street, a professor at the Minnesota School of
Business, has applied for the vacancy and his application is attached for your review. If appointed, the
EDA would have a full Loan Review Committee by the time the program is implemented in January of
2003.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the appointment of Mr. Robert Trewartha to the BRLF
Loan Review Committee.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to appoint Mr. Robert Trewartha as a member of the BRLF
Loan Review Committee.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
h:\consent Form2002\EDA Appointment to BRLF Committee
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
OCT 2 £5C2
BOARDS(S) OR COMMISSIONS(S) ON WHICH YOU WOULD LIKE TO SERVE: (INDICATE
PREFERENCE: 1, 2, 3, IF MORE THAN ONE)
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION LIBRARY BOARD
__ CHARTER COMMISSION (Note: if applying for this TRAFFIC COMMISSION
commission, please indicate if you are a qualified voter: __Yes __ No
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
tPOLICE/FIRE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
.'X~//BUSINESS REVOLVING LOAN FUND
REVIEW COMMITTEE
NAME: ~O~- .)~. ~ HOME PHONE:
HOME ADDRESS: Z~ CODE:
L~ED ~ COL~~ HEIGHTS S~CE: ~ ~ ~ ~
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PRESENT EMPLOYER: WORK PHONE:
POSITION TITLE:
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
CIVIC EXPERIENCE:
PLEASE STATE BRIEFLY WHY YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THIS
BOARD/COMMISSION FOR WHICH YOU ARE SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION
AND WHY YOU FEEL YOU ARE QUALIFIED:
I AM NOT AVAILABLE FOR BOARD/COMMISSION MEETINGS ON THE FOLLOWING
EVENINGS (CIRCLE):
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY QT~SDAY__..-/ FRIDAY
PLEASE LIST THREE REFERENCES:
NAME ADDRESS PHONE
1.
2.
3.
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FACTS WITHIN THE FOREGOING APPLICATION ARE TRUE
AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOW'LEDGE.
Signature
Return application to:
Deputy City Clerk
City of Columbia Heights
590 40th Avenue NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
(763) 706-3611 TDD (763) 706-3692
12-17-01
For Office Use Only:
Date received:
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTWE
NO: 5 DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2002-17, A Resolution BY: Mark Nagel BY:
Authorizing BRLF Signatures DATE: November 12, 2002
BACKGROUND: The target date for the start of the "new" Business Revolving Loan Fund (BRLF) is
slated for January 2, 2003. Under the program, which is being done in conjunction with the Columbia
Heights Branch of US Bank, the EDA would set aside $50,000 in an interest beating account at US
Bank, while the bank would handle the loan processing, accounting, and marketing of the program. No
loan would be committed without the recommendation of the BRLF Loan Review Committee and
approval of the full EDA Board. In order to facilitate the establishment of an account with the above
amount, the attached resolution is required by the bank to authorize signatures from the EDA Board
President and the Executive Director. The attached resolution has been reviewed and approved by City
Attorney, Jim Hoeff, so it is ready for consideration by the EDA Board.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff Recommends the EDA Board Adopt Resolution 2002-17, authorizing
signatures for the BRLF disbursements.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2002-17, there being an
ample amount of copies available to the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2002-17, a Resolution Authorizing the
EDA President and Executive Director as Signatures for the BRLF disbursements.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
h:\BRLF\Adopt Res. 2002-17 Authorizing Signatures
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
EDA RESOLUTION 2002-17
RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (EDA) DESIGNATING OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY AND SIGNATORIES
FOR THE BUSINESS REVOLVING LOAN FUND DISBURSEMENTS.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS EDA
FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA: That the following is hereby
adopted by the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority.
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that U.S. Bank is hereby designated as depository of the
Business Revolving Loan Fund (BRLF) for the City of Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that checks, drafts, or other withdrawal orders issued
against the funds of this corporation on deposit with said bank shall be signed by the following:
EDA President
Executive Director
Finance Director
The Executive Director is hereby instructed to transmit a copy of this resolution to the City
Manager and Finance Director of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
APPROVED THIS
MOTION BY:
SECONDED BY:
ROLL CALL: AYES:
NAYS:
DAY OF ,2002.
Robert W. Ruettimann, President
Attest by:
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
H:\Resolutions2002\2002-17 US Bank
DEPOSITORY SERVICES RESOLUTION FOR GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
DEPOSITOR NAME: Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA)
CONTRACT: Walter R. Fehst
A1)DKESS: 590 40th Avenue NE
TAX IDENTIFICATION NU~ER:
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
416005069
I, Wa 1 te r R', Feh s t (name ofcera'fying officer) do
hereby certify that I am the Executive Di rector (title ofcerfffying officer) of the
above-named entity (therein called the "Depositor'9 a CO 1 u mb i a H ei ah t s E DA existing under
the laws of the State of Mi nnes ora and that the following is a tree, complete and correct copy of
resolutions adopted at a meeting of the Depositor duly and properly called and held on the day of
,20 __ ; that a quorum was present at said meeting; and that said resolutions are now in
full force and effect.
RESOLVED, that U.S. Bank National Association is hereby designated as a depository of the Depositor with
authority to accept or receive at any time for the credit of the Depositor deposits by whomsoever made of funds and other
property in whatever form or manner transferred to endorsed; and that any officer of the Depositor is hereby authorized to
open or cause to be opened one or more accounts with the Bank on such terms, conditions and agreements as the Bank may
now or hereafter require and to make any other agreements deemed advisable in regard to any of the foregoing. Depositor
acknowledges and agrees that the services contemplated by this resolution shall be governed by the U.S. Bank Customer
Agreement for commemial deposit accounts, as amended from time to time.
RESOLVED, that checks, drafts or other orders for the payment, transfer or withdrawal of any of the funds or
other property of the Depositor on deposit with the Bank shall be binding on the Depositor when signed, manually or by
use ora facsimile or mechanical signature or otherwise authorized, by any one of the individuals listed in the section
entitled "Authorized Signers", and the Bank is hereby authorized to pay and charge to the account of the Depositor any
such checks, drafts or other orders so signed or otherwise authorized, including those payable to the individual order of the
same person or persons signing or otherwise authorizing the same and including also those payable to the Bank or to any
other person for application, or which are actually applied to the payment of any such indebtedness owing the Bank from
the person or persons who signed such checks, drafts or other withdrawal orders or otherwise author/zed such withdrawals.
In particular, and not in limitation of foregoing, such persons may authorize payment, transfer or withdrawal by oral or
telephonic directions to the Bank complying with such roles and regulations relating to such authorization as the Bank may
communicate to the Depositor from time to time.
RESOLVED, that the Executive Di rector (identify
certifying officer by title) hereby certifies to the Bank the names and signatures (either actual or any form or forms of
facsimile or mechanical signatures adopted by the person authorized to sign) of the Authorized Signers listed below and
shall from time to time hereafter, upon a change in the facts so certified, immediately certify to the Bank the names and
signatures (actual or facsimile) of the persons then authorized to sign or to act. The Bank shall be fully protected in relying
on such certificates and on the obligation of the certifying officer (set forth above) to immediately certify to the Bank any
change in any facts so certified, and the Bank shah be indemnified and saved harmless by the Depositor from any claims,
demands, expenses, loss or damage resulting from or growing out of honoring or relying on the signature of other authority
(whether or not properly used and, in the case of any facsimile signature, regardless of when or by whom or by what means
such signature may have been made or affixed) of any officer or person whose name and signature was so certified, or
refusing to honor any signature or authority not so certified.
RESOLVED, That these resolutions shall continue in force until express written notice of their rescission or
modification has been furnished to and received by the Bank; and
RESOLVED, That any and all transactions by or on behalf of the Depositor with the Bank prior to the adoption
of this resolution be, and the same hereby are, in all respects ratified, approved and confu-med.
I further certify that the officers of the Depositor signing the resolution, have, and at the time of adoption of said
resolutions had, full power and lawful authority to adopt the foregoing resolutions and to confer the powers therein granted
to the persons named, and that such persons have full power and authority to exercise the same.
I further certify that the names, rifles (if any) and signatures (actual or facsimile) of the persons authorized to sign
or act on behalf of the Depositor by its governing board identified above are as set forth below in the section of this
Resolution entitled "Authorized Signers".
I further certify, under penalties of perjury, that the tax identification number shown above is correct and that the
Depositor is not subject to backup withholding because (a) it is exempt, (b) has not been notified by the Internal Revenue
Service (IRS) that it is subject to backup withholding as a result of a failure to report all interest or dividends or (c) the IRS
has notified the Depositor that it is no longer subject to backup withholding.
I further certify that the Authorized Signers below are also hereby authorized to transact any and all other business
with and through the Bank regarding this account, including, without limitation, treasury management services offered by
Bank.
Account Number:
Authorized Signers
Name
Title
President
Executive Director
Finance Director
Signature
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the seal of the Depositor this
day of ,20
(Cern'fying Officer) (Title)
(~tttest by one other officer)
(Title)
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 19, 2002
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: ~:~ DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2002-18, a Resolution BY: Mark Nagel BY:
Authorizing the Transfer of $50,000 to US Bank DATE: November 12, 2002
for the BRLF Program
BACKGROUND: This is the final step to the establishment of the "new" BRLF on January 2, 2003
and is necessary for the previous resolution to have meaning. A total of $50,000 would be deposited in
an interest-beating account at US Bank for the purpose of making BRLF loans that have been approved
by the EDA. This account makes it possible to conveniently close loans for the bank and provides an
account for deposit of payments without sending them to the EDA for processing and then deposit. All
record keeping is done by the bank at no cost to the EDA. The EDA would be given an on-line
identification number.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the EDA approve the opening of an account at US Bank
for the BRLF and that $50,000 from HRA Fund 299 be placed in it prior to January 2, 2003.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the Reading of Resolution 2002-18, there being an
ample amount of copies for the public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2002-18, A Resolution Authorizing the
Transfer of $50,000 from HRA Fund 299 to US Bank to be used for the Business Revolving Loan Fund.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
h:\BRLF \Adopt Res. 2002-18 US Bank
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
EDA RESOLUTION 2002-18
RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (EDA) AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF $50,000 FROM HRA FUND 299
TO US BANK.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS EDA
FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA: That the following is hereby
adopted by the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority.
The following sum of money is authorized to be transferred from HRA Fund 299 to US
Bank prior to January 2, 2003 for the following purpose:
Business Revolving Loan Fund (BRLF) $50,000
The Executive Director is hereby instructed to transmit a copy of this resolution to the City
Manager and Finance Director of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
APPROVED THIS
MOTION BY:
SECONDED BY:
ROLL CALL: AYES:
NAYS:
DAY OF ,2002.
Robert W. Ruettimann, President
Attest by:
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
H:\Resolutions2002\2002-18 Transfer of Funds
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
EDA Commissioners and HRA Board Members
Robert Streetar, Community Development Director
Mark Nagel, Housing Assistant
Randy Schumacher, Community Development Assistant
November 13, 2002
Community Development Monthly Update
The purpose of this monthly report is to provide EDA Commissioners and HRA
Board Members with a comprehensive update on the City's community
development goals and activities.
The City Council established the following community development goals in
January of 2002.
1. Industrial Park Redevelopment
2. Evaluate development of Lominanki Park
3.40t~ and University Redevelopment
4. Evaluate Options for Parkview Villa
5. Improve the Housing Stock
6. Increase Tax Base
7.37th and Central Redevelopment
8.39th and Central Redevelopment
9. Promote Columbia Heights
10.40th and Jackson to Van Buren
Redevelopment
10. (tie)4201 Central Redevelopment
Industrial Park Redevelopment
There was a joint City Council/EDA worksession on November 13, to discuss the
progress of the redevelopment plan to date. Because of the work left to be
completed, the next check point is most likely to occur near the end of January
2003.
40th and University
Staff expects to close on the gas station property on December 12. The closing
would have occurred sooner but the owner has moved slowly. Staff has
contacted a number of developers to let them know about this redevelopment
opportunity. This site is approximately 1 acre is size. United Properties, Inc. has
indicated possible uses for the site include a fast food restaurant, day care or a
bank. Staff contacted Americana Community Bank to determine if they have any
interest in opening a bank in Columbia Heights. They indicated they would
discuss the opportunity with the owner.
Evaluate Options for the disposition of Parkview Villa North
Staff met with HUD on October 18 to discuss the options for the sale or transfer
of Parkview Villa North (PWN). HUD indicated they supported Columbia
Heights reviewing options for disposition. The most likely disposition options
identified thus far are the sale or transfer of PWN to the Met Council or the
Crestview Corporation. Staff has contacted both the Met Council and the
Crestview Corporation and both have indicated they would be interested in
discussing the disposition of PWN. In the event the City chooses to sell or
transfer PWN to either the Met Council or the Crestview Corporation, the high
level of service and the affordability must be maintained according to HUD. Staff
believes either of these organizations is very capable of providing high quality
housing to the residents of PVVN.
Improving Housing Stock
Home Improvement Fair
The "Rising to New Heights" group has taken the lead on moving this project
forward. The intent of the fair is to increase and maintain the quality of housing
by bringing together residents and local contractors, builders, remodelers,
architects, and lenders to facilitate home improvements. Planning for the Fair is
expected to begin in November. No date for the fair has been set, but it is
expected to take place in spring of 2003.
Habitat for Humanity
The three Habitat for Humanity homes are expected to be complete by
November. A family has moved into 3913 Polk Street NE, while the closings for
the Twinhome should occur this month or early December. Staff will be
performing a walk through to ensure the development has complied with the
terms of the development agreement.
Increase Tax Base
Business Revolving Loan Fund
Staff expects to begin the revolving loan fund beginning in January 2003.
37th and Central
The owner of Puerta Vallarta has hired an architect to develop a redevelopment
proposal for the area along Central Avenue, north of the Olive Tree and South of
Bobby and Steves. The preliminary proposal includes a 2-story, 16-unit market-
rate rental building and a 2-story 7,200 square foot retail/commercial building.
Staff expects to bring this project to the EDA for review and comment once the
architect has provided additional financial information to the City.
39th and Central
The Nathe Company contacted the City to inquire about redevelopment plans.
Nathe, the owner of the Burger King, has indicated they may want to move from
their current location to the vacant Hardies on Central just south of 1-694. Staff
will be meeting with a representative of Nathe on November 15 to discuss their
plans, and a possible purchase of their current building by the City. If the City
purchased the Burger King, this would greatly facilitate the redevelopment of this
property. Another option could be for the City to sell the 40th and University site
for a new Burger King in return for their site at 39th and Central.
Promote Columbia Heights
Design Guidelines Task Force
The task force had their kick-off meeting on October 29. Members discussed the
purpose, the expectations and time-line for the taskforce activities. The entire
process ought to be completed by April of 2003. The next meeting is November
20 at 7 p.m. in Murzyn Hall.
Business and Professional Association
Some of the members of the "Rising to New Heights Group" indicated they would
be interested in discussing the formation of an informal business and
professional association that would meet regularly to talk about business
promotion tools to increase sales for businesses along Central Avenue. Staff will
continue to work with this group on this issue.
Additional Community Development Activity
Building Inspections Program Review
The State Building Codes and Standards Division have started their review of the
City's building inspection service. The review ought to take approximately 60-90
days.
Kmart
Staff met with Jerry Herringer regarding his plans for the vacant Kmart building.
Mr. Herringer indicated that he has not been able to lease it, but he would like to
continue to try to lease it to a local user. If he is unable to find an acceptable
user, he indicated he would be interested in possibly redeveloping the property
with market rate housing and service related businesses. Staff his working with
Mr. Herringer to develop a draft redevelopment concept.
2002 Annual PHA Plan
HUD has approved the HRA's Annual PHA Plan for 2002. The HRA is now up-
to-date with their submittals. The 2002 CFP, which is approved separately,
should be approved for a draw down shortly. The 2003 Annual PHA Plan, which
was approved by the HRA at the October 15th Meeting has been submitted to
HUD.
Parkview Villa North Re-Roofinq Project
The Pre-Construction Meeting was held on Monday, November 4. All issues
related to antennae have been resolved. The seniors will be getting a new
antenna to hook their TV's into, since the present one is poor condition, which
will be installed free of charge by the contractor. The contractor began securing
the site for work on Tuesday, November 5. Materials were received on Monday,
November 18. The contractor will be working on the roof from the north to the
south end. Completion date is weather-dependent.
PWN Resident Survey
Staff received the results of the annual survey of PVVN residents, which is
required by HUD, on October 22. The survey asks residents questions in five
areas - maintenance and repair, communication, safety services, and
neighborhood appearance and compares them to nationwide standards. The
ratings for PVVN residents for the five areas averaged 90% for 2001, which was
higher than the 85% of 2000 and the national PHA average of 80% for 2001. All
PHA's must meet an average of 60% for all five categories, so PVVN residents
seem comparatively satisfied with the services.
Columbia Heights Business Center
The new owners of the above office building are Best & Hempel, LLC. They
purchased the building, along with the parking ramp and walkway lease
agreements with the City, from Lake-State Properties (Gordon Awsumb) on
October 30. Staff will be meeting with new owners in early December to discuss
parking ramp maintenance and repair schedule and interior renovations to the
building.
Columbia Park Medical Group Parking Ramp
Staff met with administrators for the medical group on October 4 to negotiate an
extension of their lease agreement on the parking ramp behind their clinic on 40th
and Central. A draft agreement that would extend the present terms another 10
years is being circulated. Staff hopes to have this agreement to the City Council
by the end of the year.
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PARKVIEW VILLA RESIDENT
COUNCIL MEETING
October 14, 2002
Bill Cross called the meeting to order at 7
o'clock.
William Jones gave Manager's Report.
Residents were told not to put their Entry Card
on a key chain because they're apt to break.
William introduced Police Officer, Terry
Nightingale, who spoke about Security and
answered resident's questions. Residents were
advised that if they perceive a problem not to
hesitate to call 911 or 763-427-1212 if you wish
to remain anonymous (not leave your name.)
Situations you are not sure of like fights & loud
partying are acceptable calls.
Jackie Oshack gave the Treasurer's Report.
Leo Mullenmaster gave the Secretary's Report.
John Super gave the New Resident's Report.
Marian Johnson gave the Entertainment Report.
Anita's Farewell Party will be held Friday, Oct.
18th from 2-4 pm. Also, there will be a
Halloween Party on October 31 st with 25cents
Bingo, coffee & cookies. On November 20th a
Kentucky Fried Chicken Dinner will be held at
5:30. The Annual Christmas Dinner will be
December 14 at 5:30pm. They will be serving
ham this year. Also, it was brought up that $50
in quarters will be needed for Halloween Bingo.
Betty Sheldon gave Sunshine Report. Get Well
Cards and $5 were sent to Renie Sufka, Dennis
Ecklund, Margaret Cook & Edwin Davis. In
addition, it was brought up that there are no
cookbooks left for sale. Also, 4th Dryer on 2nd
Floor is not running. Plus #319 says there's
water leaking through Bathroom ceiling.
We will be donating $200 to V.F.W. Residents
brought to everyone's attention that their
relatives should not be using our Laundry for
personal use.
There is a Game & Card Night Sign-Up Sheet
on the Bulletin Board.
On November 15th a Billy Graham Film will be
shown at 7:00 in Community Room B.
Katie Lietzke needs help with putting up
Christmas decorations on Saturday, November
30th, which is right after Thanksgiving.
Dorothy Gillette, Alice Brauninger, Carroll
Hinrichs & Betty Finn won the $ 5 Drawings.
Notion to Adjourn was made by Ruth Borris &
Seconded by Bill Cross.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10.
Respectively Submitted,
Leo Mullenmaster
Secretary
RESIDENT COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 11, 2002
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Bill Cross.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said. The attendance was over 60 people.
Management Report by William Jones. · Urged residents not to let anyone in, if they don't have a card.
* Jones stated that work has started for the roofing project.
Reports were given by the Secretary, and Sunshine Committee.
The Christmas Dinner is scheduled for December 14th and everyone was urged to sign up.
Mark Nagel, Housing Assistant from the Community Development Department gave residents an
overview of the roof renovations to begin and the new fumiture for the building was discussed.
Questions from residents to management staff were as follows:
1. Wanted the sidewalk roughed up, so it won't be so slippery with rain, snow or ice.
2. Lights out on outside of building- replace bulbs.
3. Washing machine on the 2nd floor isn't working.
4. Poor TV reception- the antenna is in poor condition and needs to be replaced.
5. When will apartments be repainted and chairs shampooed?
6. How often are halls vacuumed?
Treasurer's Report- Checking $6,657.75, Savings $2,138.44. Funds from nonprofit organizations
can't have more than $10,000 total in the combined accounts. Paintings will be purchased and they
will upgrade transportation for Holiday Lights tour.
Upcoming Events:
November 20 KFC Dinner
30 Trim the Tree
December 11 Head Start Kids
14 Christmas Dinner
15 Caroling
17 Light Tours
31 New Years Party
Residents asked if Mr. Jones was responsible for noise or unseemly behavior in the building and
what can he do, and has he completed the managers program as per the contract.
Jindra talked to some residents after the meeting, which stated that Anita is greatly missed by
everyone, and that they were kept in the dark as to plans or problems.
Jindra introduced herself to members and stated she was observing for the HRA and EDA and
would like to be informed of problems that are happening or could arise.
Meeting Adjourned.
Respectfully Submitted,
Pat Jindra
EDA Representative