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EDA COMMISSIONERS
Don Murzyn Jr.
Patricia Jindra
Bruce Kclzenberg
Gary L. Peterson
Bruce Nawrocki
Bobby Williams
Tallllllcra Ericson Diehm
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
7:00 P.M., TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2005
CITY HALL, CONFERENCE ROOM 1
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
3. 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. MOTION: Move to approve the consent agenda items as listed below:
1) Approve EDA Meeting Minutes for November 2. 2005.
MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the November 2, 2005 Special EDA Meeting as
presented.
2) Approve the Financial Report and Pavment of Bills
MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2005-14, a Resolution ofthe Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority (EDA) approving the financial statement and payment of
bills for the month of October, 2005.
4. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A. Approve Extension of Sarna Development Agreement
Motion: Move to Approve a 120 day Extension of the Development Agreement with David M.
Sarna, James A. Sarna and James J. Sarna for the redevelopment of the City owned property at
40th & University, and fmihermore; to authorize the President and Executive Director to enter into
an agreement for the same.
B. Adopt Resolution 2005-15. Second Amendment to Contract for Private Development
Motion: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-15, a Resolution approving a Second Amendment to the
Contract for Private Redevelopment between the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority and New Heights Development, LLC; and furthermore, to direct the President and
Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
C. Adopt Resolution 2005-16. Approving the Consulting Services Agreement. with the Greater
Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC). which includes services from the Housing
Resource Center and the Rehab Incentive Program for 2006
Motion: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-16, Approving the 2006 Consulting Services Agreement
with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC), and appropriating $15,000 from
fund 226 Special Projects Fund for the same; and furthermore, to authorize the President and
Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIM1NA TE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE: PROVISION OF SERVICES
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
D. Adopt Resolutions 2005-17 and 2005-18. 2006 Bude:et and Levy
Motion: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-17, being a Resolution of the Columbia Heights EDA
Adopting the 2006 Budget of $246,331 and a Levy of $84,965 and recommending this Budget
and Levy to the City Council for approval.
Motion: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-18, being a Resolution of the Columbia Heights EDA
approving and Levying $161,366, subject to approval by the City Council.
E. 3919 Central Avenue (Mady's) Purchase Offer Discussion
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
6. ADJOURNMENT
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 2, 2005
CALL TO ORDERlROLL CALL
President, Murzyn, Jr. called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
Present:
Don Murzyn Jr., Patricia Jindra, Bobby Williams, Bruce Nawrocki, Tammera
Ericson Diehm, Gary L. Peterson and Bruce Kelzenberg
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
Financial Report and Pavment of Bills
Nawrocki asked what account #201-42400 is usedfor. Streetar stated under account 42400 it is
inspections, licenses, some of his time, and cher 's, all of Jeff, Lany and Shelley's time, under
46310 is his, randy, kirsten and cher's time, and that some ofcher's and his comesfrom
Parkview Villa budget also.
Nawrocki asked if anyone's time comes from CDBG. Streetar stated it is an account to transfer
funds received fi'om Anoka County and then goes into the redevelopment project account.
Nawrocki asked what the checkfor Dahlgren Shardlow and Uban was for, Streetar stated it was
for Jennifer Haskamp and Perry Thorvig's time in the interim of hiring a full time planner.
Motion by Ericson Diehm, second by Williams, to adopt the consent agenda items as listed. All
ayes. Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION ITEM
A. 39th & Central Redevelopment
Streetar stated this discussion item is to update the EDA on the redevelopment of the 39th and
Central Avenue block, as well as request direction for the next steps. The City Council
established in January 2002 that this area was a top redevelopment goal. The project area
includes the Burger King, Mady's Retail Center, Bowling Alley, and Columbia Heights
Rental properties. The planning process done by Dahlgren, Shardlow and Uban (DSU)
included two components: 1) to solicit residents and businesses feedback on the
redevelopment area; and 2) was to prepare four possible redevelopment concepts for the
project area. All three of the properties have completed a Phase one environmental
assessment, which is a historical review of the property to determine the likelihood of
contamination. The Burger King property is contaminated primarily with construction
debris and household garbage. There is a high probability that similar contamination
extends south to the Mady's and Columbia Heights Rental properties also. Staff has applied
to DEED for a grant to pay for the Phase 11 environmental assessment, which determines the
extent of contamination and the most efficient method of remediation and costs associated
with it will be completed in January or February of 2006. The cost of this investigation is
approximately $62, 745. Any costs not covered by the grant will be covered by funds the City
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required the Nath Companies escrow for investigation and clean up at the time Burger King
was acquired. The owners of both Mady's and Columbia Heights Rental have agreed to
permit a phase II investigation of their property. A Tax Increment Financing eligibility
assessment was preformed on all three properties to determine if conditions exist to establish
a TIF district and it was determined that all three were blighted and subsequently qualifY for
a 25-year redevelopment TIF district to be developed. The pictures in the packet of the
Gateway Project in Shoreview, Silver Lake Village Project in St. Anthony, Golden Valley
Town Square in Golden Valley, Excelsior and Grand in St. Louis Park and the Pines and
Woodlake Center in Richfield all are successful redevelopment in-fill projects stajJwould like
to arrange a tour sometime this monthfor the board.
John Slack, DSU, stated they have some history in the area and are also working with the
City of Hilltop. Streetar asked ifhe had any idea when we could see the Hilltop
redevelopment concept. Slack stated the plan was presented last week and could get the
documents to him. Two public hearings were held at the Library on May 161" and 191", where
residents and businesses providedfeedback regarding the area between 37''' & 42nd Avenues
along Central Avenue. Four of the top components for Negatives, Vision, Opportunities, and
Issues that were discussed were: The Negatives were: a) competition from Apache
businesses; b) safety; c) poor buildingfa9ade; and d) blighted buildings. The Visions were:
a) vibrant business mix; b) a re-energized community with young families andfamily-focused
areas such as parks and a community center; c) a viable retail and small business area
through increased tax base and employment opportunities; and d) maintained old look in the
area, reinforce character, and continuity along the street front. The Opportunities were: a)
bring residents into the business district; b) attract people from outside of the community; c)
needfamily restaurants/cojJee shops/American type restaurants; and d) practical
stores/trendy restaurant/American type restaurant. In addition, four redevelopment concepts
were prepared representing some possibilities for redevelopment, such as Urban Row
townhomes, Flats, Townhomes, and Senior Rental units at market rate. All of these concepts
are in the City's Comprehensive Plan Goals, which are to strengthen the image of the
community, preserve and enhance the existing viable commercial areas, advocating high
quality development and redevelopment within the community, providing a variety of life
cycle housing opportunities and employment opportunities.
Streetar asked Commissioners Nawrocki and Peterson if they had any comments to add, as
they were at the meetings. Nawrocki stated most of the people at the meeting were business
owners and that out of 35 people no one finding stands out. Streetar stated what that says is
the people that came, care and are concerned.
Nawrocki stated he was velY surprised to here they want parking inli'ont as years ago it was
determined parking in the rear was much safer. Slack stated in urban areas they are making
parking for shopping more safe and that he is a member of a group involved in working on
ideas to promote people to walk and exercise more, thus moving the parking spaces a little
farther away from the business promotes better health.
Slack stated in Concept A it defines boundaries, one main access into the site, they looked at a
pedestrian connection, sidewalks, enforcing connection to a public parking ramp, which is
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under utilized, felt there was a needfor senior rental, especially as it is close to the clinic,
churches, shopping mall, and drug store, provides access into the development, parking
behind and along Central Avenue, some small businesses, offices, small restaurants, creates
an amenity for the development, shared parking from both the side and behind the theatre,
creating a new front door for the church and parking area that is shared, urban rowhouse
models along the road, which utilizes the space currently unused behind the rental building,
and incorporated a community garden.
Slack stated in Concept B it is essentially the same, except they moved the housingforward
and created a green space for residents behind the building, as they had concerns about
parking on Gould and would possibly close off access to Gould, but still obtaining access for
fire and police, and emphasizes shared parking.
Nawrocki stated with this concept you are essentially eliminating an entrance to the bank and
the parking ramp, which comes off of Gould. Peterson asked when you come west on Gould
could you get through to the bank. Slack stated that is one of the things the concepts bring up,
for discussion.
Slack stated in Concept C he wanted to focus on continuing the street access through the site,
for vehicles, it has generous sidewalks and boulevards, created more shared parking
opportunities with the church and apartment building, and tends to open up the site and allow
for more residents components.
Slack stated in Concept D it is a long term concept, with building fronts along Central,
expanded the road connection with a long term commitment, looks at the church and parking
lot set back, shows urban townhome fiats enhancing the corner, works around the apartments,
brings in the road connection, and creates shared parking.
Murzyn asked what would we do with the church. Fehst stated it was a small church, with
less than 100 members and there is another church in town that is looking to move, maybe
they would consider moving to that location, it would certainly be something staff could look
into. Peterson stated we should take out the apartments, not the church, as the apartment
building has problems. Streetar stated when he met with the church members, they stated they
wanted to see senior rental housing and had been talking about an expansion for youth, to
their building.
Loren Brueggemann, Sherman and Associates, stated as a developer, Concept C gives him the
most interest, with more entrances, you could possibly add another row of urban townhomes,
in his mind he sees the businesses need people, the homes have real urban appeal, with
attached garages, greenelY, walkways, it would be very appealing to the mid-range baby
boomers. Between now and 2010, what we call the normal household of the 2 adults, 2 child
demographics will decline by 80,000 units over the entire United States, and the non-
traditional household will increase by twelve million units, which is single adults, single
adults with children, persons living as room mates, which likes to walk, has a tendency to
have two homesteads, senior rental would be a good choice. He could also see some two-story
houses, with two or four units connected. The idea today is to go into the housing market with
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different varieties of housing to attract all types of resident interests.
Streetar stated there are two things staff would like the boards feedback on: 1) staff could
arrange a tour sometime in November to a couple developments that are already established,
if the board is interested; and 2) at this point staff would like to get direction to pursue
developers.
Streetar stated he has talked to Gene Mady, which was velY cooperative and would like to see
a redevelopment in 12 months on the site. The owners of the Columbia Heights Rental went
before City Council for approval to build a new facility behind White Castle, which was
approved. They have since sent a letter to Council members stating they would like to stay
where they are at, which brings up three issues: 1) the property is non-conforming, meaning
they would not be able to stay at that site and expand; 2) they have a lot of outdoor storage
that isn't allowed, and 3) they have been good to work with, made a decision to move once
before, which is a better decision than flying to stay where they are at. Fehst stated one of
their main problems was that they bought two acres and really only need one, so maybe we
could help them out somehow. Streetar stated he has sent commercial companies to them, but
nothing has developed.
Williams asked if the garden area in Concept C is appealing to people, are they for sale and
how many. Slack stated they felt the need to provide community gardens, which are extremely
popular and there would be 20 homes, 10 on each side for sale.
Murzyn stated if we got proposals for developing the site, those developers would do a market
study to see what we should put there. Streetar stated if you wanted to go that route: 1) we
would take these concepts as an idea to see what the board is most interested in; and 2) talk
about what the community needs, as we know there is a need for senior rental housing and
commercial, but felt it was important that who ever the EDA decides to work with, has a
record of success.
Murzyn asked if the board would like to set up a date to take a tour. Fehst stated it would be
good to look at something after the last budget meeting on December 1 i", but if they wanted
to go sometime sooner, that would be okay too. It was determined to set up the tour for
Saturday, December ]7lh from JOam to Ipm. Streetar stated staff would make the
arrangements.
Murzyn asked ifwe should direct staff to prepare things for proposals. Nawrocki stated he
was against more housing, would like to see more jobs created and wants to go on the tour
first. Peterson stated there would be more commercial in two of the big buildings with this
project.
Peterson asked to have developers look at the apartments in that area for possible
redevelopment in the future.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Apache Theater
Streetar stated he has recently talked to Geny Herringer, who is working with a develope/for
the site, but hasn't had time to start any real plans yet.
Industrial Park
Schumacher stated we are a couple of weeks behind schedule, there are three crews working
currently, afourth crew will be starting tomorrow, the plan is to put theftrst layer of blacktop on
the round-a-bout and down to 5th A venue, they have two pads started, 16 permits have been
pulledfor theftrst two buildings, they will try to work as much as they can before winter, 50 %
of the pads are completed, the pilings are complete, a mamifactured wall will be going up next
week.
Phase 11- has received a lot of good response from DEED and Met Council after the
groundbreaking, all of the out buildings have been removed, the back side of the found/y has
started coming down.
Phase lII- submitted the grant yesterday for the Grief Brothers property at $1. 886 million, which
we are hoping to hear by the end of December if we have received the funding, there is a City
webcam that can be accessed through our City website, that was purchased usingfundsfrom the
1. T. Department.
49th & Central Redevelopment Update
Streetar stated Anderson Builders has been working with owners of LaCaberna, Car Wash and
Taco Bell. Staff would like to have Anderson come to the EDA meeting in December to update
the board on the redevelopment site.
Other Businesses
Williams reminded the board that they have committed to working on a Community Center with
gyms if the school levy passes next week.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Kelzenberg, second by Williams to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Chelyl Bakken
Community Development Secretary
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 22, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Agenda ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Financial Report and Payment of Bills BY: Cher Bakken BY:
DATE: November 10,2005
BACKGROUND:
The bound Financial Report for the month of October 2005 draft Resolution 2005-14 is attached for
review. The enclosed Financial Report lists the Summary (white), the Check History (Green), the
Expenditure Guideline with Detail (blue) and Revenue Guideline with detail (yellow) for each fund.
The reports cover the activity in the calendar (fiscal) year from January I through October 31, 2005.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff will be available to answer specific questions. Ifthe 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 2005-14, Resolution of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority (EDA) approving the Financial Statement and Payment of Bills for the month of October
2005.
EDA ACTION:
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EDA RESOLUTION 2005-14
RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (EDA) APPROVING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR
AUGUSTAND PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2005.
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 2005 and the list of bills for the
month of October 2005 are attached hereto and made a patt 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 patt 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
,2005.
MOTION BY:
SECONDED BY:
AYES:
NAYS:
Don Murzyn, Jr. President
Attest by:
Cheryl Bakken, Assistant Secretary
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AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 4-A DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Approve Extension of Smna BY: Randy Schumacher BY:
Development Agreement DATE: November 15,2005
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meeting of: November 22, 2005
BACKGROUND:
The Columbia Heights EDA has entered into a Development Agreement with David M. Sama, James A.
Sarna and James J. Sarna for the construction of a 6,000 square foot restaurant on the corner of 40lh &
University.
The developers have exhausted their original 90-day exclusive option/Development Agreement timeline,
and are requesting an additional120-day extension.
I have attached a letter submitted by the developer that outlines the tasks that have been completed in an
attempt to satisfy the Development Agreement.
In addition, staff has met numerous times with the developers to assist in the coordination and processing
of technical issues associated with the project. Due to the complexities of this site, progress has been
slower than expected.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Board approve a 120 day Development Agreement
extension with David M. Sarna, James A. Sarna and James J. Sarna for the redevelopment of the City
owned property at 40th & University area.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Approve a 120 day Extension ofthe Development Agreement
with David M. Sarna, James A. Sarna and James J. Sarna for the redevelopment of the City owned
property at 40th & University, and furthermore; to authorize the President and Executive Director to
enter into an agreement for the same.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
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DAVID M. SARNA lAMES A. SARNA lAMES J. SARNA
2501 UNIVERSITY AVENUENE
MINNEAI'OLlS, MINNESOTA 55418
Phone 612~ 782--6940
November 7, 2005
Economic Development Authority
Randy Schumacher
Development Director
Ciyy of Columbia Heights
Dear Sirs:
We would like to apply for an extension of our Pre-Development Agreement with the EDA for 90 to 120
days, We have been actively performing the steps toward the Final Development Agreement but have been
slowed by matters we cannot control. We will eventually be able to finish the transactions to complete all of the
various parts of the agreement.
Just to let you kuow what we have accomplished to this point, we have done the following!
I, Kurth Surveyors has done a survey and is well into the putting together the final plat to make all of the lots into
one parcel. Cost so far $7000,00+
2. R. Nelson, Civil Engineer, has done the topography to show the ponding necessary for 10 year storms and the
preliminary grading profile plus other matters as required, Cost so far$4oo0.00+
3, Patrick Hines has done borings on the propertics to see the stability of the ground for constTIlction and some
tests to sce what the pollution levels are, $ 2000,00+ to date.
4. Payments to the City of Colwnbia Heights for permits, variances, plat approvals and liquor license clearances
for the bar. $6500,00+
5, SSV Architects have done the preliminary drawings needed for approval by Zoning and Planning of the
building, parking lot, signs and greenery, Cost to date over $25000,00
6. A preliminary agreement has been reached with Michael Gondek for an easement for acccss (0 his property..
These are some of the projects we have been working on to get the properties ready for the start of constTIlction.
7, Xcel Encrgy has been contacted and has given a price of over $25000,00 to move their power lines off the
property, some onto the frontage road area which will be retaiued by MnDOT,
8, Centerpoint Energy costs to move a gas line from the frontage road to Lookout Place for ME Global will be
$9000 to $10000.00.
9, Qwest moving of their lines will be $6000 to $7000.00
10, Soil correction for constTIJction will be approximately $30000.00
II Removal of bituminous materials and demolition of the building at 322 40th Avenue will be in excess of
$25000,00,
13. The installation of an alley and sidewalk $15000,00+
14, Relocation of access to ME Global's parking lot. Approximately $4000,00,
15. The cost to increase the size of the storm line down Summit Street is $37400.00.
There are other items we are still in the process of getting bids on, We are expecting the cost of tlle
projects property including the soft costs and the $75000.00 we have agreed to pay the EDA will be over
$325000.00. .
Until MnDOT rele.1ses the University Avenue frontage road it will be difficult to move ahead willI the
platting and surveying for final approval. Also the granting of an easement to the Energy Companies will hold up
the final hard costs of the power lines, We have also reached a point where it is extremely difficult to do 'iny
constTIlction because of the winter weatller.
Hopefully an extension C<1n be granted so we can sign a final agreement and start constTIlction,
Sincerely,
David M. Sarna James A,. Sarna James J, Sarna
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Meeting of: November 22, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY
NO: 4-B Community Development MANAGER'S
APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2005-15, Approving BY: Robert Streetar BY:
a Second Amendment to the Contract DATE: November 14,2005
for Private Redevelopment
BACKGROUND
Staff recommends the EDA amend the Contract for Private Redevelopment between the EDA and New
Heights Development, LLC (the "redeveloper") for the purpose of the City acquiring a temporary
construction easement and a permanent street right of way easement which are necessary for the
construction of a public road needed to serve the Grand Central Lofts development. The redeveloper has
made good faith attempts to acquire the land since March 2005, but the owner is unwilling to sell the
approximately 4, 1 00 square feet of land needed for the public road. The first step is for the EDA to amend
the contract pledging its assistance to acquire the property by condemnation. The second step is to have
the City pass a condemnation resolution at the November 28 meeting.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the adoption of Resolution 2005-15, approving a second
amendment to the Contract for Private Redevelopment between the EDA and New Heights Development,
LLC.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-15, a Resolution approving a Second
Amendment to the Contract for Private Redevelopment between the Columbia Heights Economic
Deveiopment Authority and New Heights Deveiopment, LLC; and furthermore, to direct the President and
Executive Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
EDA ACTION:
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-15
RESOLUTION APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT
FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT BETWEEN THE COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND NEW
HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, LLC
BE IT RESOLVED By the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority ("Authority") as follows:
Section I. Recitals.
1.0 I. The Authority and New Heights Development, LLC (the "Redeveloper") entered into
a Contract for Private Redevelopment dated September 22,2003, as amended by First Amendment
thereto dated April 26, 2005 (the "Contract"), setting forth the terms and conditions of
redevelopment of certain property within the Redevelopment Project, generally located east of
Central A venue, between 47th and 4901 Avenues.
1.02. The parties have determined a need to amend the Contract ftnther, to facilitate the
acquisition of celtain easements needed for construction of streets to serve the development under
the Contract, through acquisition of such easements by the City using its powers of eminent domain.
1.03. The Board has reviewed a Second Amendment to the Contract and finds that the
execution thereof mId pelformance of the Authority's obligations thereunder are in the best interest
of the City ffild its residents.
Section 2. Authoritv Approval; Further Proceedings.
2.01. The Second Amendment to the Contract as presented to the Board is hereby in all
respects approved, subject to modifications that do not alter the substance of the transaction and that
are approved by the President and Executive Director, provided that execution of the documents by
such officials shall be conclusive evidence of approval.
2.02. The President ffild Executive Director are hereby authorized to execute on behalf of
the Authority the Second Amendment to the Contract ffild any documents referenced therein
requiring execution by the Authority, ffild to carry out, on behalf of the Authority its obligations
thereunder.
2.03. Upon execution of the Second Amendment, the Authority requests the City to
promptly commence actions necessary to acquire the Easements (as defined in the First
Amendment), using the "quick take" procedure under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 117.
Approved by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority this 22nd day of November, 2005.
President, Don Murzyn Jr.
ATTEST:
Secretary- Cheryl Bakken
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made on or as of the 22ud day of November 2005, by and between
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
MINNESOTA, a public body corporate and politic (the "Authority"), established pursuant to
Milmesota Statutes, Sections 469.090 to 469.1081 (hereinafter referred to as the "Act"), and NEW
HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a Milmesota limited liability company (the "Redeveloper").
WHEREAS, the Authority and the Redeveloper entered into that celtain Contract for Private
Redevelopment dated as of September 22, 2003 (the "Contract") providing for the redevelopment of
celtain property described as the Redevelopment Property in the Contract; and
WHEREAS, under Section 4.1 (b) of the Contract, the Redeveloper is obligated to construct all
Public Improvements (as defined in that section) located within or serving the Redevelopment
Propelty, including the streets; and
WHEREAS, the Redeveloper also entered into a Development Contract for Grand Central
Lofts, Anoka County, Minnesota between the Redeveloper and the City of Columbia Heights ("City"),
dated September 3, 2004 (the "Planning Contract"), which fmther specifies the Redeveloper's
responsibilities regarding construction of streets and other improvements within the plat of the
Redevelopment Propelty; and
WHEREAS, Authority and Redeveloper entered into a First Amendment to Contract for
Private Redevelopment dated as of April 26, 2005, which provided for acquisition of celtain easements
required to construct a public road serving the Redevelopment Property: and
WHEREAS, the Authority and Redeveloper have determined a need to acquire certain
additional temporary and permanent easements on certain property adjacent to the Redevelopment
Propelty in order to construct a public road within the plat; and
WHEREAS, the Redeveloper has exhausted efforts to acquire such easements through direct
negotiation; and
WHEREAS, the patties have determined a need to amend the Contract in order to facilitate
acquisition ofthe necessary easements.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual obligations of the
parties hereto, each of them does hereby covenant and agree with the other as follows:
1. The Contract is amended add new Section 3.1A as follows:
(a) The Redeveloper has determined that the temporary construction easement and permanent
street right of way easement described in Exhibit A to this Amendment (together, the "Easements") are
needed in order to construct the street running from 47'h A venue to 49th Avenue. Fmther, Redeveloper
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has exhausted effOlts to acquire the Easements in the City's name directly fTom the third pmty owner.
Therefore, the Authority will request the City to acquire the Easements using its powers of eminent
domain. The pmties agree and understand that the City will utilize so-called "quick take" powers
under Minnesota Statutes Ch. 117 to the extent needed or desirable to enable the street improvements
to proceed in accordance with the overall schedule for the Minimum Improvements. The parties will
cooperate and consult with one mlother on any condemnation actions alld specifically on the final price
to be paid in settlement of any condemnation action.
(b) During the pendency of any City actions to acquire the Easements, the Redeveloper
shall be required to promptly pay all expenses incurred by the Authority or City in connection with the
prosecution thereof, including legal, survey, title, appraisal, relocation, process selvice, court costs,
and similar expenses and all damages awarded to the owner of the propelty to the encumbered by said
easements or which the City agrees to pay in settlement of the taking. The Authority shall, not more
often than monthly during the pendency of the action, furnish the Redeveloper with a written itemized
statement of all such expenditures. Redeveloper shall have two weeks fi'om the receipt of such
statement to pay the same.
(c) Not later than five days prior to any date on which the City is required to deposit any
amount into court to obtain title and possession to the Easements, Redeveloper shall deliver to the
Authority 100 percent of the amount of any such deposit or payment. The Authority shall then have
the right, and subject to the terms and conditions hereof, the obligation to transfer such funds to the
City in order to make such deposit or such payments. The Authority shall have no obligation to repay
such funds received, deposited or paid pursuant to this Agreement should the redevelopment covered
by this Agreement not be completed for any reason.
(d) The Authority will instruct the City not to make the deposit and obtain title to and
possession of the Easements unless:
(i) There is no uncured default by Redeveloper under this Agreement; and
(ii) The Redeveloper has provided the Authority with an undertaking in the form of
a written agreement and security reasonably acceptable to the Authority (including but not
limited to a letter of credit, escrow deposit, or lien) that will assure payment by the
Redeveloper of 100 percent of any condenmation award for the Easements in excess of the
previously deposited sums. Such security shall be in the amount adequate to ensure
performance of the above-described obligations outstanding fi'om time to time and shall remain
in effect according to its terms, alld in any event, until suitable and adequate substitute security
is agreed to by the parties, or until the obligations secured thereby are fully performed.
(e) The parties agree and understand that the Easements acquired by the City will run in
favor ofthe City, and the Redeveloper will have no right, title or interest in the Easements.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the AuthOlity has caused tllis Amendment to be duly executed in
its name and behalf and its seal to be hereunto duly affixed and the Redeveloper has caused tllis
Agreement to be duly executed in its name and behalf on or as of the date first above written.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
By
Its President, Don Murzyn Jr.
By
Its Executive Director- Walter R. Fehst
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SS.
COUNTYOFANOKA )
The foregoing instmment was acknowledged before me this _ day of
2005, by and , the President and Executive Director of
the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority, a public body politic and corporate, on
behalf of the Authority.
Notary Public
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NEW HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, LLC
By
Its
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SS.
COUNTY OF Anoka )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _ day of
2005 by , the of New Heights Development,
LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, on behalf of the company.
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT A
TO
FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT
Temporary Construction Easement and Permanent Street Right of Way
Easement
PARCELB:
That part of the NWl/4 of the SWI/4 of Section 25, Township 30, Range 24, Anoka County,
Minnesota, described as follows:
Commencing at a point on the west line of said NWI/4 of the SWI/4 383.00 feet south limn the
northwest corner of said NWI/4 ofthe SWl/4; thence East at right angles to said West line a
distance of 550.00 feet; thence South and parallel with said West line a distance of60.15 feet;
thence West at right angles a distance of 195.67 feet; thence South and parallel to said West line a
distance of89.85 feet; thence West at right angles a distance of354.83 feet to said West line of said
NWl/4 of the SWI/4; thence NOlth along said West line a distance of 150.00 feet to the actual point
of beginning.
Which lies Easterly of the following desclibed lines:
Conmlencing at the northwest corner of OUTLOT E, GRAND CENTRAL LOFTS, Anoka County,
Minnesota; thence S 89035'12" E, along the north line of said Outlot E, a distance of 112.12 feet to
the point of beginning of the lines to be described; thence N 26002'39" E, a distance of20.67 feet;
thence northerly along a tangential curve, concave to the west, having a radius of250.00 feet, a
central angle of25037'51", a distance of 111.84 feet and there terminating.
Together with a 25.00 foot wide tempormy constmction easement, the easterly line of which is the
above described lines.
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meetinc of November 22, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 4-C DEPARTMENT: DIRECTOR
Community Development APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2005-16, Approving the BY: Kirsten Partenheimer BY:
Consulting Services Agreement with the
Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation DATE: November 15,
(GMHC), which includes services from the 2005
Housing Resource Center for 2006.
BACKGROUND: Since 2002, the EDA has partnered with GMHC to provide the residents of Columbia
Heights with a variety of housing services to help maintain and improve their homes. These services are
listed in section 1A Scope of Services in the attached Consultant Services Agreement. Many residents
have taken advantage of these services and found them to be of great value. Since 2002, the total
assistance to Columbia Heights residents in this very productive partnership include:
Resident Assistance:
. MHFA Fix Up Fund Loans 13
. Construction Consultation - Calls 230
. Construction Consultation -Inspection 103
. Construction Consultation - Scopes 56
. Homebuyer Information 10
. Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Assistance 2
. Home Improvement Information 487
Staff recommends the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA) approve a Consultant
Services Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC) to provide housing
services to Columbia Heights residents for the 2006 calendar year. The $15,000 annual fee gives residents
access at no cost to the services of GMHC's Housing Resource Center, where they can receive
information on nearly any topic related to housing and construction consultation, as well as apply for
GMHC-administered programs, such as the Fix-Up Fund or the Columbia Heights Rebate Program.
Staff recommends the EDA enter into an agreement with the Housing Resource Center at a cost of
$15,000 for the year 2006. Funding is available form Fund 226 - Special Projects. The Consultant
Services Agreement begins 1/1/2006 and ends 12/31/2006 and can be terminated by either party with 30
days notices. See attached agreement for further details. Jennifer Bergman, Housing Resources
Coordinator, will be present at the November 22nd meeting to answer questions.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Adoption of Resolution 2005-16, approving the2006
Consultant Services Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC), and
appropriating $15,000 from Fund 226 - Special Projects for the same.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2005-16, approving the2006 Consultant Services
Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC), and appropriating $15,000 from
Fund 226 - Special Projects for the same; and furthermore, to authorize the President and Executive
Director to enter into an agreement for the same.
Attachments
EDA ACTION:
EDA RESOLUTION NO. 2005-16
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2006 CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
THE GREATER METROPOLITAN HOUSING CORPORATION (GMHC) AND
APPROPRIATING $15,000 FROM FUND 226-SPECIAL PROJETS FOR THE SAME.
WHEREAS, the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation has agreed to provide
consulting services.
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority through its
Comprehensive Plan has established as a goal the preservation of the single-family
housing stock.
WHEREAS, the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation has provided housing
preservation services since 2002.
WHEREAS, the residents have found these services to be a significant assistance to
help preserve and maintain their homes.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that EDA approves 2006 Consulting Services
Agreement with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation and appropriating
$15,000 from Fund 226-Special Projects for the same.
Passed this 22nd day of November, 2005.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Don Murzyn, Jr. -President
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS IS AN AGREEMENT entered into the 1 st day of January, 2006, by and
between the Columbia Heiqhts Economic Development Authoritv hereinafter referred to
as the EDA, and the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC), a nonprofit
corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota, hereinafter
referred to as the Consultant.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority 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:
I. Scope of Services. The Consultant shall provide technical rehabilitation
advisory services, loan administration and fund raising for the Programs
as follows:
A. Provide Housing Resource Center services, as directed by the EDA,
to residents of Columbia Heights out of its HousingResource Center -
Northeast office with scheduled visits to residences when needed and
providing staff at City Hall as needed. These services include the
following:
1. Administer home improvement programs including the MHFA Fix
Up Fund, Community Fix Up Fund, the MHFA Rental Rehab
program and the MHFA Rehabilitation Loan Program;
2. Provide construction management services including home
inspections to homeowners considering rehabilitation, preparing
scopes of work, educating homeowners on the construction bid
process, evaluating bids and work completed to ensure quality
and cost effective renovations and monitoring the construction
process;
3. Provide housing information to residents including information on
emergency assistance, housing rehabilitation, first time
home buyers and limited rental information;
4. Assist the EDA in developing programs to purchase and
rehabilitate homes.
II. Term. This Agreement shall be effective from January 1, 2006 and shall
continue through December 31,2006. This Agreement can be terminated
by either party with a 30-day notice.
III. Compensation. The fee for service by the Consultant will be $15,000.
Payment of such fee shall be made by invoice from GMHC.
IV. Insurance. During the term of this Agreement, the Consultant shall obtain
and maintain workers compensation, comprehensive general liability, and
automobile liabiiity insurance. Comprehensive generai 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.
V. Indemnification. Each party shall indemnify and hold harmless the other
party and it's officials, agents, and employees from any loss, claim,
liability, and expense (including reasonable attorney's fees and expenses
of litigation) arising out of any action of such parties in the performance of
this Contract.
VI. Assiqnment. 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
representing 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 Columbia Heiqhts Economic
Development Authoritv on the _ day of ,20_.
ATTEST:
Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority
Its President - Don Murzyn Jr.
Its Executive Director -Halter R. Fehst
THIS AGREEMENT was accepted by
day of ,20_.
on the
WITNESSES:
GREATER METROPOLITAN HOUSING
CORPORATION, a nonprofit Minnesota
corporation
Its President
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Meetina of November 22,2005
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration. ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 4-D DEPARTMENT: EDA DIRECTOR
APPROVAL
ITEM: Adopt Resolution 2005 - 17 and 2005- BY: Robert Streetar BY:
18, EDA Budget for 2006 DATE: November 9,2005
BACKGROUND:
This memorandum presents the proposed 2006 Economic Development Authority (EDA) budget. The focus
of the EDA since 2002 has been redevelopment of specific areas and the improvement of the housing
stock. On November 7, there was held a joint City Council - EDA budget review, at which time the
department as well as the EDA budgets was presented. Therefore, there will be no additional budget
discussion.
The EDA budget for 2005 is $246,331. The budget allows the continued impiementation of the EDA's
priorities related to redevelopment, and housing. The EDA raises this amount through two ievies. The EDA
levy raises $161 ,366, and the HRA levy raises $84,965. These levies fund the staffing and material needs
of the Authority. Subsequently, the EDA must:
1. Pass a resolution approving and recommending the EDA Budget of $246,331 and a levy of
$84,965, to the City Council for approval.
2. Pass a resolution approving and levying, subject to City Council approval, the special benefit levy
of $161 ,366.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Adoption of EDA Resolutions 2005-17 and 2005-18, adopting the
2006 budget and Levies, subject to approval by the City Council.
RECOMMENDED MOTIONS:
Motion: Move to adopt EDA Resoiution 2005-17, being a Resolution of the Columbia Heights EDA adopting
the 2006 Budget of $246,331 and a levy of $84,965 and recommending approval of the same to the City
Council for approval.
Motion: Move to adopt EDA Resolution 2005-18, being a Resoiution of the Columbia Heights EDA
approving a special benefit levy of $161 ,366, and recommending the same to the City Council.
EDA ACTION:
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
IN AND FOR COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
EDA RESOLUTION 2005-17
RESOLUTION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS (EDA) ADOPTING A BUDGET AND SETTING THE EDA LEVY.
BE IT RESOLVED By the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA) of
Columbia Heights, Minnesota as follows:
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights City Council established the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority January 8, 1996 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 469.090
to 469.1081; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has given to the EDA the responsibility for all development
and redevelopment projects and programs; and
WHEREAS, the EDA is authorized under State Statutes, Section 469.107 to levy a tax on
its area of operation for the purposes authorized under State Statues 469.090 to 469.1 081,
subject to consent by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HRA FOR THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA THAT:
1. The EDA adopts and recommends to the City Council for approval a budget of
$246,331 for year 2006.
2. The EDA adopts and recommends to the City Council for approval a levy of $84,965
for year 2006.
The Executive Director is instructed to transmit a copy of this resolution to the City
Manager and Finance Director/City Clerk of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
APPROVED THIS_ DAY OF
MOTION BY:
,2005.
SECONDED BY:
ROLL CALL: AYES:
NAYS:
Attest by:
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
Don Murzyn, Jr., President
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-18
AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF
A SPECIAL BENEFIT LEVY PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTES,
SECTION 469.033, SUBDIVISION 6 AND APPROVAL
OF A BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.1081 ("EDA
Act") the City of Columbia Heights ("City") created the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority (the "EDA"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Resolution 2001-62 and Ordinance No. 1442, the City
Council granted to the EDA all powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment
authority under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the
"HRA Act"), except certain powers that are allocated to the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority in and for the City of Columbia Heights (the "HRA"); and
WHEREAS, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, of the HRA Act permits the EDA and
HRA, together, to levy and collect a special benefit levy of up to .0144 percent of taxable
market value in the City upon all taxable real property within the City; and
WHEREAS, the EDA desires to levy a special benefit levy in the amount of .0144
percent of taxable market value in the City; and
WHEREAS, the EDA understands that the HRA does not expect to levy a special
benefit tax for fiscal year 2006; and
WHEREAS, the EDA has before it for its consideration a copy of a budget for its
operations for the fiscal year 2006 and the amount of the levy for collection in 2006 shall
be based on this budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the Board of Commissioners of the
Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority:
1. The budget of $246,331 for the operations of the EDA presented for
consideration by the Board of Commissioners of the EDA is hereby in all respects
approved. Such budget includes the amount the EDA requests (by separate resolution) to
be levied by the City under Minnesota Statutes, Section 460.107, together with the amount
to be levied hereunder by the EDA under Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.133,
subdivision 6.
2. Staff of the EDA are hereby authorized and directed to file the budget with
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the City in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6.
3. There is hereby levied, subject to the approval of the City Council of the City,
a special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, in
the amount equal to the lesser of a levy at a rate of .0144 percent of taxable market value
in City, or $161,366 with respect to taxes payable in calendar year 2006.
4. Staff of the EDA are hereby authorized and directed to seek the approval by
resolution of the City Council of the City of the levy of special benefit taxes in 2006 and to
take such other actions as are necessary to levy and certify such levy.
Motion by:
Second by:
Attest by:
Motion passed this
day of
,2005.
Walter R. Fehst, Executive Director
Don Murzyn, Jr., President
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Meeting of November 22, 2005
AGENDA SECTION: Items for Consideration ORIGINATING EXECUTIVE
NO: 4-E DEPARTMENT: DIRECTOR
Community Development APPROVAL
ITEM: 3919 Central Avenue (Mady's) BY: Robert Streetar BY:
Purchase Offer Discussion DATE: November 16, 2005
BACKGROUND:
The City Council and EDA identified the area along Central Avenue that includes the Burger
King, Mady's and Columbia Heights Rental properties as a redevelopment priority. To that end
the City has:
. Acquired and demolished the Burger King Property; and
. Performed Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment on all three properties, which has show
the presence of contamination; and
. Performed Building Inspections on all three buildings, which has shown all three are
blighted; and
. Submitted a grant request for $50,000 to the Department of Employment and Economic
Development to pay for the phase 2 environmental site assessments to be performed on all
three properties in January/February of 2006; and
. Developed redevelopment concepts for this area; and
. Scheduled a tour in December for EDA members to visit similar concepts that have actually
been constructed, occupied and are successful.
Subsequently, Mr. Gene Mady and Doug Foss, co-owners, of the Mady's building have
verbalized their desire to have the City make them an offer to purchase their building. Mr. Mady
has indicated he has to take money from savings to pay the expenses, as the building is
generating inadequate cash flow. Mr. Foss, the manager of two retails spaces, has indicated
without a significant investment in the property he will have difficulty renting the now vacant
space, and therefore does not want to spend a lot of money to that end only to sell it to the City
in the future. Staff believes this is a good opportunity to get control of the property on a friendly
basis, and therefore recommends the EDA obtain an appraisal on the property, to include
fixtures, and a determination of relocation benefits. This information would be the basis for the
offer.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the EDA direct staff to obtain the necessary appraisals
as well as determine relocation benefits for the property located at 3919 Central Avenue, the
Mady's property, for the purpose of making an offer to purchase.
EDA ACTION: