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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
City Hall—Shared Vision Room, 3989 Central Ave NE
Tuesday, September 03, 2024
5:00 PM
AGENDA
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
Members of the public who wish to attend may do so in -person, or by using Microsoft Teams and
entering meeting ID 273 856 589 149 and passcode vAFFFo . For questions please call the Community
Development Department at 763-706-3670.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve August 5th, 2024, Regular EDA Meeting Minutes (pg. 3)
2. Approve the Financial Reports and Payment of the Bills for July 2024 (pg. 14)
MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
BUSINESS ITEMS
3. Adoption of the 2025 Budget and Authorization of the EDA and HRA Levies (pg. 29)
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2024-22, there being ample copies
available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2024-22, a resolution of the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority, adopting a budget for the fiscal year of 2025 and setting
the 2024 tax levy, payable in 2025.
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2024-23, there being ample copies
available to the public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2024-23, a resolution of the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority, adopting a budget for the fiscal year of 2025 and
authorizing a special benefit tax levy, payable in 2025.
BUSINESS UPDATES
ADJOURNMENT
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
City Hall—Council Chambers, 3989 Central Ave NE
Monday, August 05, 2024
5:00 PM
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 pm by President Szurek.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Members present: Connie Buesgens; Kt Jacobs; Rachel James; Amada Márquez-Simula; Justice Spriggs;
Marlaine Szurek; Lamin Dibba
Staff Present: Andrew Boucher, City Planner; Aaron Chirpich, City Manager; Mitchell Forney,
Community Development Director; Sarah LaVoie, Administrative Assistant
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve the minutes of the regular EDA Meeting of July 01, 2024.
2. Approve financial reports and payment of bills for June 2024 – Resolution No. 2024-19.
Motion by Jacobs, seconded by James, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. All ayes of
present. MOTION PASSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-19
A RESOLUTION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA,
APPROVING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2024 AND THE PAYMENT OF
THE BILLS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2024.
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “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 statements for the month of June 2024 have been reviewed by the EDA
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the EDA has examined the financial statements and finds them to be acceptable as to both
form and accuracy; and WHEREAS, the EDA Commission has other means to verify the intent of Section
469.096, Subd. 9, including but not limited to Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, Annual City
approved Budgets, Audits and similar documentation; and
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WHEREAS, financial statements are held by the City’s Finance Department in a method outlined by the
State of Minnesota’s Records Retention Schedule,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority that it has examined the referenced financial statements including the check
history, 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 check
history as presented in writing is approved for payment out of proper funds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED this resolution is made as part of the permanent records of the Columbia
Heights Economic Development Authority.
ORDER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Passed this 5th day of August 2024
Offered by: KT Jacobs
Seconded by: Rachel James
Roll Call: All ayes of present. MOTION PASSED.
President
Attest:
Secretary
BUSINESS ITEMS
3. Transfer of the Library Property to the City
Forney reported during the review of the City and EDA-owned properties, Staff found that the
library was still technically owned by the EDA. The redevelopment of the library property was
carried out by the EDA and was never transferred to the City. Having the property under City
ownership changes very little but allows the Council to make decisions regarding the property
which technically should have been done by the EDA in the past.
Questions/Comments from Members:
Buesgens asked how Staff figured out that the City did not own the library property. Forney replied
that while Staff was developing the map of EDA-owned properties in the City, Staff recognized that
the library was not transferred to the City. Chirpich added that the library was a redevelopment
site.
Motion by Márquez-Simula, seconded by Spriggs, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2024-20, there
being ample copies available to the public. All ayes of present. MOTION PASSED.
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Motion by Márquez-Simula, seconded by Spriggs, to approve Resolution No. 2024-20, a Resolution of
the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority, authorizing conveyance of certain real
Property to the City of Columbia Heights. All ayes of present. MOTION PASSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “EDA”) as follows:
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “Authority”) is the owner of
certain real property located at 3939 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, in Anoka County, Minnesota
and legally described as that part of block 4 Waltons rear of lots 33 & 34 block 6 Reservoir Hills lying S
of N 150 ft, lying W of E 165 ft of S 180 ft of N 330 ft, & lying N of S 100 ft of W 183 ft thereof (the
“Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the “City”) is interested in owning the Property;
and
WHEREAS, the Authority has determined that it is in the best interest of the public to convey the
Property to the City; and
WHEREAS, the Authority and the City have followed applicable statutory provisions, including but not
limited to, Minnesota Statutes, Sections 465.035 and 471.64.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority as follows:
1. The recitals set forth in the preamble to this resolution and the exhibits attached to this
resolution are incorporated into this resolution as if fully set forth herein.
2. The conveyance of the Property by the Authority to the City is hereby authorized pursuant to a
quit claim deed.
3. The Board hereby authorizes the President and Executive Director, in their discretion and at
such time, if any, as they may deem appropriate, to execute on behalf of the Authority all
appropriate documents to convey title of the Property to the City, including but not limited to a
quit claim deed (the “Conveyance Documents”), and to carry out, on behalf of the Authority,
the Authority’s obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been
satisfied. The Conveyance Documents shall be in substantially the form on file with the
Authority and the approval hereby given to the Conveyance Documents includes approval of
such additional details therein as may be necessary and appropriate and such modifications
thereof, deletions therefrom and additions thereto as may be necessary and appropriate and
approved by legal counsel to the Authority and by the officers authorized herein to execute said
documents prior to their execution; and said officers are hereby authorized to approve said
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of the Authority herein authorized shall be conclusive evidence of the approval of such
document in accordance with the terms hereof. This resolution shall not constitute an offer and
the Conveyance Documents shall not be effective until the date of execution thereof as
provided herein.
4. In the event of absence or disability of the officers, any of the documents authorized by this
resolution to be executed may be executed without further act or authorization of the Board by
any duly designated acting official, or by such other officer or officers of the Board as, in the
opinion of the City Attorney, may act in their behalf. Upon execution and delivery of the
Conveyance Documents, the officers and employees of the Board are hereby authorized and
directed to take or cause to be taken such actions as may be necessary on behalf of the Board
to implement the Conveyance Documents.
ORDER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Passed this 5th day of August 2024
Offered by: Justice Spriggs
Seconded by: Amada Márquez-Simula
Roll Call: All ayes of present. MOTION PASSED.
President
Attest:
Secretary
4. Review of EDA owned Properties
Forney stated at the last EDA meeting, Staff put together an internal GIS tool for the EDA that
highlights City and EDA-owned properties. While this tool is not ready to be shared on the website ,
the list of relevant properties can be found in the Agenda Packet. Most of the homes purchased by
the EDA have been purchased via the Commercial Revitalization Program. This program,
established in 2017 utilized leftover funds from the HRA’s management of Parkview Villa to begin
the process of revitalizing the City’s business corridors. This is completed through the purchase and
demolition of nonconforming buildings on commercially zoned properties. Which are then held by
the EDA until they can be resold for commercial use or can be combined with other commercial
properties. Staff have brought forth this topic as at the last EDA meeting the commission did not
have time to discuss.
Forney highlighted the following properties:
4833 University Avenue
4827 University Avenue
841 49th Avenue
4441 Central Avenue
4416 Central Avenue
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941 44th Avenue
1002 40th Avenue
230 40th Avenue
3930 University Avenue
3853 3rd Street
PIN 343024440013
PIN 343024440014
828 40th Avenue
3982 VanBuren Street
3841 Central Avenue
3851 Central Avenue
3853 Central Avenue
Questions/Comments from Members:
Márquez-Simula noted that she requested the map. She added that some properties on Stinson
Boulevard could be housing lots. Forney displayed the map for the Commissioners and noted that
one section off of Stinson Boulevard is a storm water basin.
Buesgens mentioned that the wooded area off Stinson Boulevard is zoned for housing but it would
be difficult to get a road there. She added that it would be great if the City could keep it wooded to
preserve the trees. Chirpich suggested a conservation easement. He noted that it would need to be
in conjunction with all the owners. Márquez-Simula noted the wooded area was not accessible to
the public. Forney mentioned that if the City owned the road, there was an option to put in a trail.
Buesgens asked if there was something the City could do in order to control any development
coming in in order to protect the wooded area. Jacobs asked if homeowners had been approached
about selling the wooded areas that they own. It would be an asset to the homeowner’s property if
the land was preserved. Chirpich replied that the easement rights would need to be uncovered for
the platted roadway to see who would have control over the road. Buesgens asked if the
homeowners could be approached to see if there is interest in conserving the area.
Márquez-Simula stated she would be interested in seeing how much the property values were
worth, the general lot worth, and how much money the City lots were worth. She asked if there
was guidance in place to preserve trees or replace any trees that were removed. Boucher replied
that the City’s tree preservation Ordinance is in effect. He added that he d id not believe there
would be a clear-cutting of trees in the area because the replacement costs would be significant.
James asked what the plan was for marketing for the large parcel off of University Avenue. Forney
replied that it was currently in a h old phase. The Comprehensive Plan has a triangle of properties
on 3rd Street up to University Avenue that is planned for redevelopment. The EdA has been
acquiring more of the properties until the goal is reached. Chirpich added that there is a viable
redevelopment site in the current landholding.
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She added that by not paying for relocation fees, it cost the EDA not acquiring certain properties
that could have been helpful in the future. James agreed.
Dibba asked if there was a goal or plan that some of the properties would provide. Forney replied
that properties on University Avenue were identified in the Comprehensive Plan as being mixed -
use. The rest of the EDA properties are not typically guided for anything specific.
James asked if there was a benefit in holding off on development until the entire triangle of
properties was acquired by the EDA. Chirpich replied that eventually, Staff would approach the
property owners to see if additional property could be acquired. He mentioned that it was more
likely that it would be squared off and have a three-acre project while the rest of the triangle would
be redeveloped at a later date.
Dibba asked if the EDA owned any rental properties. Forney replied that it is a past practice to not
purchase any properties where tenants are involved since the City is not a good landlord. All the
lots that the EDA owns are grass fields. Chirpich added that one of the initiatives is to acquire
single-family homes on Central Avenue. Since it is a high-traffic roadway, the properties could be
rezoned to commercial. However, several properties need to be acquired to make a viable project
which could take some time. He noted that the EDA would need to discuss the possibility of shifting
the priority from a budget perspective to strategically acquire properties.
Buesgens asked if it was the right timing to discuss the policy regarding the houses along Centr al
Avenue and 44th Avenue. She noted that the properties are half blocks which are harder to
redevelop. She wondered if the policy could be extended to purchasing houses along and behind
Central Avenue. She added that the entire block would need to be purchased to redevelop and
suggested having native plants on the lot until the entire block is purchased. Chirpich added that
the City has done a community garden in the past.
Chirpich noted that the City has been approached by Pepe’s to purchase the single-family lot on
Central Avenue. Pepe’s is currently operating from a single -family home and is legally
nonconforming. Forney added that Pepe’s is a shipping company and would not be allowed in the
business district. Buesgens asked if Pepe’s was not supposed to be there. Forney replied that they
are legally nonconforming. Márquez-Simula noted the Pepe’s takes good care of their business and
is not an eye sore.
Szurek mentioned that the business on the corner of 42nd Avenue and Central Avenue is loaded
with cars that are not licensed, and have wheels missing. She added that they park the cars on 42 nd
Avenue during the day. She wondered why the City had not done something about it since it is a
used car lot which is not allowed. Chirpich replied that it is on Staff’s radar and that the Council
would be discussing consideration of a new code enforcement vehicle during the work session.
Jacobs asked what type of business was allowed in a residential area. She noted that there was a
taxi business that was operating. Chirpich mentioned that there is a Home Occupation Code in the
City Code. He added that Staff know there are some violations and have worked through some
through the criminal citation process. Boucher added that headquarters dispatch hearings are 8
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explicitly not allowed as home occupations and would be able to follow up if an address was
provided.
Spriggs asked if the home on 49th Avenue that held a chiropractic business was for sale. Forney
replied that it was for sale and was purchased by the owner of the strip mall. The new owner is
currently leasing the property out.
Spriggs mentioned that he is interested in looking into acquiring more properties along Central
Avenue by 53rd Avenue near the hold Medtronic site. He added that he would be interested in
potentially seeing a redevelopment of the old City Hall location. Chirpich noted that there are no
plans for the old City Hall location yet but the idea would be to house a portion of Public Works
Staff during the redevelopment.
James noted that it would be helpful to review the map annually and suggested putting the review
on the agenda for next August. Márquez-Simula added that it would be helpful to have an update
on the value of the properties and the easements as a follow-up.
Márquez-Simula mentioned that there should be signs on properties that have areas that are left
preserved, such as a property with a stormwater basin. Having a sign would help the public
understand why the area is not mowed.
5. 2025 EDA Budget Discussion
Forney reported each year the EDA sets its own budget for programs, operations, and staff. As
Budget season heats up, staff wanted to circle back with the EDA on its upcoming budget to ensure
it reflects the goals and priorities of the EDA. This discussion goes hand in hand with the EDA/City-
owned properties discussion along with updates on the new affordable housing trust fund. Staff
would like to present the current budget structure, update the EDA on recent changes, and
propose shifting one of the year-to-year budget priorities.
Forney noted that the EDA currently receives funding from the following sources:
EDA Levy: the EDA levy is a separate tax levy that is statutorily regulated and limited by the state.
The EDA specifically utilizes this levy to pay for EDA operating expenses, a portion of the
Community Development Director position, and the entirety of the Community Development
Coordinator position. Currently, before COLA increases are factored in, the EDA levy is budgeted for
$306,600. With a maximum allowed by the state of $419,402.
HRA Levy: the HRA levy is also a separate tax levy that is statutorily regulated and limited by the
state. The HRA levy is maintained by the EDA since the HRA remitted all its powers and duties to
the EDA. The EDA utilizes the HRA levy to fund its grant programs and commercial revitalization
program. The Façade and Fire suppression Grant programs are levied for $50,000 and $60,000
respectably. With $200,000 going to the Commercial Revitalization program. Over the last few
years, the Home Energy Squad Buy Down was pulled from extra fund balances. This year staff are
adding it to the HRA levy so that it has a permanent funding source. This brings the HRA levy
expenditures to $315,000 total with a maximum allowed by the state of $427,959. 9
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Anoka County HRA Levy: The ACHRA levy is an economic development-focused levy administered
by Anoka County on behalf of the City. Part of this levy is held by the County in order to administer
county wide programs and grant funding opportunities. The remainder is then placed in an account
to be accessed by the City whenever qualifying projects emerge. The most recent use of this fund
was for the purchase and demolition costs associated with 3851 -3853 Central Ave. The ACHRA Levy
brought in $148,099.63 to the City’s account in 2024. Excluding the 39th and Central proj ect costs,
the City currently holds $374,454.62 in its account with the ACHRA levy.
Affordable Housing Trust Fund: Currently the EDA operates the affordable housing trust fund for
the City. Currently the trust funds only source of income is through the re ceipt of state Local
Affordable Housing AID funds (LAHA). Initially, the state had estimated that Columbia Heights
would receive around $280,000 in 2024. In July staff were notified that the actual amount to be
distributed to Columbia Heights was $142,878.20. The first half payment was received on July 20th.
The revised number is lower due to the tax only being in effect for 7 months in 2023 and the state’s
modeling being wrong. The state will continue to monitor and revise its estimates going forward.
Forney explained the EDA can easily maintain the status quo but due to recent conversations with
the EDA and the City receiving less LAHA funding, Staff are recommending a slight shift in the
priorities of the EDA. At the last EDA meeting, the EDA spoke extensively about expanding the
number of housing programs beyond a single-family rehabilitation loan program. Community
Development staff still hold true to the goals of the Commercial Redevelopment Program but
understand that housing is currently one of the largest barriers to regional economic development.
Staff’s recommendation is to shift the current budget of $200,000 from the Commercial
Revitalization Program to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund or other housing initiatives in general.
With the County and City both looking at general levy increases, Staff believe that not increasing
the EDA’s levies is a way to limit the increased tax burden on residents and businesses. The EDA
can also maintain the Commercial revitalization program using the ACHRA levy fo r purchase and
demolition projects. Staff are open to all options when considering funding the EDA’s priorities and
are prepared to assist in the discussion. During the September EDA meeting, the EDA will officially
pass its 2025 budget resolutions. Staff are looking for guidance in order to prepare for final
approval.
Questions/Comments from Members:
James stated she was in favor of Staff’s recommendation. She agreed with the overall principle of
keeping the EDA levy flat.
Buesgens asked what the EDA would lose by transferring the $200,000 from the Commercialization
Revitalization Program to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Forney replied that the EDA would
lose the freedom on how they would like to use the money since there are more regulations.
Money can still be transferred to different initiatives.
Buesgens asked if $200,000 would be set aside annually or one time. Forney replied that it depends
on what the EDA would like to do next year but it would be just for the 2025 budget. 10
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Buesgens explained that she does not believe in 0 plat taxes and believes that the taxes should be
incremental even if it is smaller than before. It is healthier and better to increase it by 1-2%.
Márquez-Simula agreed.
James asked if the property tax statement is underneath the City numbers or listed separately.
Chirpich replied that it is included in the general. James noted that the tax statement does not
show the EDA tax percentage amount and added that she is willing to have a small percentage
increase.
Spriggs asked if there was a current balance in the commercial redevelopment fund. Forney replied
he believed it was $500,000 but would circle back with the correct amount.
Forney stated he would speak with the Finance Director about increasing the small percentage.
Buesgens noted that if the City’s percentage does not increase much, there is a possibility of
increasing the percentage for the EDA. She asked if that would be possible. Chirpich replied that
the EDA needs to clarify the levies and budget in September before the City Council does.
Buesgens asked if there would be a reason Staff would not suggest increasing the tax percentage.
Chirpich replied that the City wants to have a balanced budget and be fiscally responsible. He
added that the City could build a small surplus into the EDA levy.
Buesgens asked Chirpich if there was a need to increase the tax percentage. Chirpich replied that
any of the EDA programs would benefit from a surplus.
Buesgens asked what the percentage maximum would be. She added that she would like to go for
the maximum since it benefits the entire City. Chirpich replied the maximum would be a 32% levy
increase. Buesgens noted that it would be half a percentage for the overall City tax increase. Forney
noted that he would bring exact numbers back to the EDA during the next meeting.
6. Fire Suppression Grant Amendment Discussion
Forney reported recently, David’s Christian Learning Center (DCLC) located in St. Matthew Lutheran
Church, reached out to the Community Development Department interested in the EDA’s Fire
Suppression Grant Program. As it stands, DCLC would not be able to utilize the grant because the
building is located at 4101 Washington St which is located outside of the program’s geographic
boundaries. Staff have brought forth the item for discussion by the commission. There are multiple
routes that can be considered. Option one, maintain the program as is, limiting the program to only
the City’s main commercial corridors. Option two, amend the program to allow for childcare
businesses in any district. Option three expands the program to reach all areas of the City. Staff’s
recommendation is option two, amending the program to add childcare businesses in any section
of the City as eligible. With current market conditions, the number one barrier to residential
growth and economic development is the high cost of childcare. Investing in childcare facilities no t
only assists in lowering the cost of childcare but also directly contributes to the City’s workforce.
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Buesgens asked if it was just for commercial buildings. Forney agreed.
Dibba asked what type of businesses were primarily in the area. Chirpich replied that there are
some commercial properties embedded within residential properties. The predominant
commercial activity is churches and schools.
Dibba wondered if there was a way to open the program to other businesses to make it broader.
Szurek explained that the EDA was hoping to avoid opening the program up to everyone and had
specifications on who could use the program. Forney mentioned that within residential districts,
there is not any other commercial businesses in the City that would take advantage of the program.
The grant program currently does not allow anything on 39 th Avenue or in the industrial district.
The EDA could consider opening the program to those areas.
Szurek asked if residential home daycares would be included in the program. Forney replied that
only commercial buildings would be considered.
Chirpich explained that the barrier is geography. The church that holds a daycare is outside of the
geographic scope of the program. A commercial daycare would qualify which is why Staff are asking
the EDA to consider valuing daycare as an economic development resource to fund in areas that
the program typically does not reach.
James stated that she was in favor of Staff’s recommendation. Spriggs agreed. He asked if there
was a measure that could ensure affordability. Chirpich noted that affordable housing has a metric
defined by the State but did not know if there was a metric for affordable childcare.
Dibba asked if the goal of the program was to have it be affordable. Forney replied that the goal is
to update the commercial spaces with fire suppression. The program starts with updating older
commercial stock with fire suppression.
Spriggs asked if the Staff recommendation was to open the program to all childcare businesses.
Forney replied that it was Staff’s recommendation to open it to all childcare businesses but the
guidelines are established by the EDA. The EDA could decide to make an exemption for one
childcare business in a residential area. Staff’s recommendation would allow any religious
organization that has childcare to access the program which would eliminate the issue of accepting
one religious organization and not another.
Márquez-Simula mentioned that this would create a safer place for kids who are in childcare. She
explained that the guidelines are specific for childcare and if a business received the grant and
wanted to change the building into a coffee shop, they would need to go thr ough zoning changes.
She explained that the program is not created for elite childcare businesses that are charging the
most for child care because they should have the funds to pay for it themselves. Jacobs added that
all fire suppression grant applicants should be held to the same standard. Márquez-Simula
explained that a daycare is a different kind of business and would like daycares to use funds to
make sure the building is a safe environment for children. Jacobs noted that it could create a 12
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situation where the EDA is on thin ice by determining whether a business’s revenue is going to be a
disqualifier to the program.
Buesgens noted that the costs for daycare are different than other businesses such as the cost of
staffing. She added due to the high costs of a daycare business, the EDA would not want them to go
out of business due to fire suppression costs. Spriggs agreed and explained that by having the City
provide funds, it could help drive costs down for daycares.
James stated she would like to add childcare businesses because it helps economic development.
Motion by James, seconded by Márquez-Simula, to amend the Fire Suppression Grant Program
Guidelines adding childcare businesses to the eligible applicant’s section. All ayes. MOTION PASSED.
BUSINESS UPDATES
Forney stated John Connelly reached out to City Staff and the Mayor about doing a ribbon-cutting
ceremony at Columbia Heights Dentistry. They are not a new business but it is a way to welcome them
into the chamber. He mentioned that it was an opportunity for EDA commissioners to attend the
event.
Forney mentioned that the chamber does the quarterly business meetings and was typically paid for by
the City. Staff realized that the City cannot pay for those costs to buy into it. The EDA will be taking
over the costs of about $300.
Forney noted that Instant Prints in the strip mall is closing down. He added that the demolitions on 39th
Avenue and 41st Avenue have been completed.
Chirpich stated that Wings Financial is under construction. There is a car wash that is proposed behind
Aldi.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Buesgens, seconded by Jacobs, to adjourn the meeting at 6:26 pm. All ayes. MOTION
PASSED.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________
Sarah LaVoie, Recording Secretary
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Resolution 2024-21
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-21
A RESOLUTION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA,
APPROVING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2024 AND THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS
FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2024.
WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “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 statements for the month of July 2024 have been reviewed by the EDA Commission;
and
WHEREAS, the EDA has examined the financial statements and finds them to be acceptable as to both form
and accuracy; and
WHEREAS, the EDA Commission has other means to verify the intent of Section 469.096, Subd. 9, including
but not limited to Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, Annual City approved Budgets, Audits and similar
documentation; and
WHEREAS, financial statements are held by the City’s Finance Department in a method outlined by the State
of Minnesota’s Records Retention Schedule,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority that it has examined the referenced financial statements including the check history,
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 check history as
presented in writing is approved for payment out of proper funds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED this resolution is made as part of the permanent records of the Columbia Heights
Economic Development Authority.
ORDER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Passed this 3rd day of September 2024
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
President
Attest:
Secretary
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Item 2.
AmountInvoiceInvoice DateVendorInvoice Line DescGL Number
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DB: Columbia Heights
EXP CHECK RUN DATES 07/01/2024 - 07/31/2024
BOTH JOURNALIZED AND UNJOURNALIZED
PAID
Check 1347
3,497.50 INV156606/18/24BETTER FUTURES MNDECONSTRUCTION WORK 3851 CENTRAL AVE 408.6414.43050
3,497.50 Total For Check 1347
Check 1388
22.80 113-2498432-959060305/15/24AMAZON.COMDESKTOP ORGANIZER, PEN HOLDER204.6314.42000
9.99 113-1054230-227781805/29/24AMAZON.COMPEN HOLDER204.6314.42000
32.79 Total For Check 1388
Check 199448
850.00 671406/24/24ANGSTROM ANALYTICAL INCHAZARDOUS MATERIAL TESTING 4416 CENTRAL 408.6414.43050
850.00 Total For Check 199448
Check 199486
69.00 18194906/14/24KENNEDY & GRAVENCL205-00003 HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVISING204.6314.43050
974.00 18194906/14/24KENNEDY & GRAVENCL205-00089 4416 CENTRAL AVE PURCHASE408.6414.43050
1,043.00 Total For Check 199486
Check 199512
1,450.00 15048784305/31/24REDPATH AND COMPANY LLC2023 AUDIT ENGAGEMENT204.6314.43050
1,450.00 Total For Check 199512
Check 199516
1,396.00 7-VB06/23/24RTD POWER WASHING, INCSWEEPING - VAN BUREN RAMP228.6317.44000
1,396.00 Total For Check 199516
Check 199634
7.70 IN454937905/28/24INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCSTAMP PADS204.6314.42000
15.83 IN455279705/31/24INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCBOOKENDS, DATE STAMP204.6314.42000
23.53 Total For Check 199634
Check 199638
50.00 18203906/18/24KENNEDY & GRAVENMUNICIPAL LIQUOR 4300 CENTRAL DISCUSSION408.6314.43050
50.00 Total For Check 199638
Check 199651
18.25 99283819206/26/24POPP.COM INC062624 10013121 PHONE COMMDEV ADMIN204.6314.43210
13.69 99283926206/30/24POPP.COM INC063024 -10010429 COM DEV ADMINISTRATION204.6314.43210
31.94 Total For Check 199651
Check 199665
167.00 M2924706/14/24TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETR INCEDA MINUTES 060324204.6314.43050
167.00 Total For Check 199665
Check 199702
100.00 2490407/17/24CENTER FOR ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTHOME ENERGY VISITS 040124-063024204.6314.44600
100.00 Total For Check 199702
Check 199706
24.30 20488139906/15/24COMCAST061524 934571297 COMM DEV ADMIN (2.3%)204.6314.43250
24.30 21013884407/15/24COMCAST071524 934571297 COMM DEV ADMIN (2.3%)204.6314.43250
48.60 Total For Check 199706
Check 199777
560.50 111712895007/10/24XCEL ENERGY (N S P)ELECTRIC228.6317.43810 15
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EXP CHECK RUN DATES 07/01/2024 - 07/31/2024
BOTH JOURNALIZED AND UNJOURNALIZED
PAID
Check 199777
560.50 Total For Check 199777
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DB: Columbia Heights
EXP CHECK RUN DATES 07/01/2024 - 07/31/2024
BOTH JOURNALIZED AND UNJOURNALIZED
PAID
1,922.86 Fund 204 EDA ADMINISTRATION
1,956.50 Fund 228 DOWNTOWN PARKING
5,371.50 Fund 408 EDA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT FD
Fund Totals:
5,321.50 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL TESTING 4416 CENTRAL 408.6414.43050
50.00 MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 4300 CENTRAL DISCUSSION408.6314.43050
1,396.00 SWEEPING - VAN BUREN RAMP228.6317.44000
560.50 ELECTRIC228.6317.43810
100.00 HOME ENERGY VISITS 040124-063024204.6314.44600
48.60 061524 934571297 COMM DEV ADMIN (2.3%)204.6314.43250
31.94 062624 10013121 PHONE COMMDEV ADMIN204.6314.43210
1,686.00 CL205-00003 HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVISING204.6314.43050
56.32 DESKTOP ORGANIZER, PEN HOLDER204.6314.42000
--- TOTALS BY GL DISTRIBUTION ---
9,250.86 Total For All Funds:
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% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 202 - ANOKA CO COMM DEV PROGRAMS
Expenditures
Dept 6355 - ANOKA CO HRA LEVY PROJECTS
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (1,231.00)1,231.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.202.6355.43050
100.00 (1,231.00)1,231.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (1,231.00)1,231.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 6355 - ANOKA CO HRA LEVY PROJECTS
100.00 (1,231.00)1,231.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 1,231.00 (1,231.00)0.00 0.00 0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
100.00 (1,231.00)1,231.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 202 - ANOKA CO COMM DEV PROGRAMS:
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DB: Columbia Heights PERIOD ENDING 07/31/2024
% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 204 - EDA ADMINISTRATION
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
58.19 91,975.43 128,024.57 126,581.47 0.00 220,000.00 EDA CURRENT AD VALOREM204.0000.31011
32.31 60,916.59 29,083.41 29,194.16 0.00 90,000.00 AREA WIDE TAX204.0000.31014
100.00 1,579.24 (1,579.24)2,291.61 0.00 0.00 DELNQ. AD VALOREM204.0000.31020
100.00 (23.16)23.16 23.16 0.00 0.00 PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES204.0000.31800
100.00 112.86 (112.86)0.00 0.00 0.00 PENALTIES & INTEREST204.0000.31910
50.14 154,560.96 155,439.04 158,090.40 0.00 310,000.00 TAXES
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
100.00 (30.00)30.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ADMINISTRATIVE FEES204.0000.34112
100.00 (30.00)30.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 CHARGES FOR SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS
0.00 3,700.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,700.00 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS204.0000.36210
0.00 3,700.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,700.00 MISCELLANEOUS
49.56 158,230.96 155,469.04 158,090.40 0.00 313,700.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
49.56 158,230.96 155,469.04 158,090.40 0.00 313,700.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 6314 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (1,938.00)1,938.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ATTORNEY FEES-OTHER204.6314.43045
199.98 (2,499.50)4,624.50 264.00 375.00 2,500.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.204.6314.43050
23.33 2,300.00 700.00 0.00 0.00 3,000.00 TRAINING & EDUCATION ACTIVITIES204.6314.43105
82.26 124.18 575.82 32.08 0.00 700.00 TELEPHONE204.6314.43210
226.45 (632.27)1,132.27 0.00 0.00 500.00 POSTAGE204.6314.43220
61.38 154.48 245.52 24.30 0.00 400.00 OTHER TELECOMMUNICATIONS204.6314.43250
0.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 LOCAL TRAVEL EXPENSE204.6314.43310
0.00 1,500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,500.00 OUT OF TOWN TRAVEL EXPENSE204.6314.43320
0.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 LEGAL NOTICE PUBLISHING204.6314.43500
58.33 1,333.31 1,866.69 266.67 0.00 3,200.00 PROP & LIAB INSURANCE204.6314.43600
0.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 REPAIR & MAINT. SERVICES204.6314.44000
97.20 30.80 1,069.20 0.00 0.00 1,100.00 SOFTWARE & SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTIONS204.6314.44030
58.33 3,791.69 5,308.31 758.33 0.00 9,100.00 INFORMATION SYS:INTERNAL SVC204.6314.44040
75.00 125.00 375.00 375.00 0.00 500.00 SUBSCRIPTION, MEMBERSHIP204.6314.44330
0.00 700.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 700.00 COMMISSION & BOARDS204.6314.44380
100.00 (485.00)485.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS204.6314.44600
77.57 5,404.69 18,320.31 1,820.38 375.00 24,100.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
PERSONNEL SERVICES
55.07 91,574.15 112,225.85 9,090.14 0.00 203,800.00 REGULAR EMPLOYEES204.6314.41010
56.51 6,653.31 8,646.69 643.62 0.00 15,300.00 P.E.R.A. CONTRIBUTION204.6314.41210
59.47 6,404.32 9,395.68 728.05 0.00 15,800.00 F.I.C.A. CONTRIBUTION204.6314.41220
56.90 10,085.09 13,314.91 709.63 0.00 23,400.00 INSURANCE204.6314.41300
42.06 927.08 672.92 33.53 0.00 1,600.00 WORKERS COMP INSURANCE PREM204.6314.41510
55.50 115,643.95 144,256.05 11,204.97 0.00 259,900.00 PERSONNEL SERVICES 19
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DB: Columbia Heights PERIOD ENDING 07/31/2024
% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 204 - EDA ADMINISTRATION
Expenditures
SUPPLIES
61.25 77.50 122.50 0.00 0.00 200.00 OFFICE SUPPLIES204.6314.42000
0.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 MINOR EQUIPMENT204.6314.42010
18.85 162.31 37.69 0.00 0.00 200.00 GENERAL SUPPLIES204.6314.42171
0.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 FOOD SUPPLIES204.6314.42175
20.02 639.81 160.19 0.00 0.00 800.00 SUPPLIES
CONTINGENCIES & TRANSFERS
58.33 12,041.69 16,858.31 2,408.33 0.00 28,900.00 OPER. TRANSFER OUT - LABOR204.6314.47100
58.33 12,041.69 16,858.31 2,408.33 0.00 28,900.00 CONTINGENCIES & TRANSFERS
57.37 133,730.14 179,594.86 15,433.68 375.00 313,700.00 Total Dept 6314 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH
57.37 133,730.14 179,594.86 15,433.68 375.00 313,700.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 24,500.82 (24,125.82)142,656.72 (375.00)0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
57.37 133,730.14 179,594.86 15,433.68 375.00 313,700.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
49.56 158,230.96 155,469.04 158,090.40 0.00 313,700.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 204 - EDA ADMINISTRATION:
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DB: Columbia Heights PERIOD ENDING 07/31/2024
% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 228 - DOWNTOWN PARKING
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TRANSFERS & NON-REV RECEIPTS
0.00 56,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 56,600.00 TRANSFER IN-SPECIAL PROJ REV228.0000.39247
0.00 56,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 56,600.00 TRANSFERS & NON-REV RECEIPTS
0.00 56,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 56,600.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
0.00 56,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 56,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 6317 - DOWNTOWN PARKING
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
58.33 1,291.69 1,808.31 258.33 0.00 3,100.00 PROP & LIAB INSURANCE228.6317.43600
60.91 781.76 1,218.24 497.84 0.00 2,000.00 UTILITY SERVICES228.6317.43800
41.37 7,621.80 5,378.20 560.50 0.00 13,000.00 ELECTRIC228.6317.43810
22.81 27,015.77 7,369.93 0.00 614.30 35,000.00 REPAIR & MAINT. SERVICES228.6317.44000
0.00 2,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,000.00 BLDG MAINT CONTRACTUAL SERVICES228.6317.44020
29.74 38,711.02 15,774.68 1,316.67 614.30 55,100.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
PERSONNEL SERVICES
0.00 1,500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,500.00 INTERDEPARTMENTAL LABOR SERV228.6317.41070
0.00 1,500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,500.00 PERSONNEL SERVICES
28.96 40,211.02 15,774.68 1,316.67 614.30 56,600.00 Total Dept 6317 - DOWNTOWN PARKING
28.96 40,211.02 15,774.68 1,316.67 614.30 56,600.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 16,388.98 (15,774.68)(1,316.67)(614.30)0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
28.96 40,211.02 15,774.68 1,316.67 614.30 56,600.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
0.00 56,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 56,600.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 228 - DOWNTOWN PARKING:
21
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DB: Columbia Heights PERIOD ENDING 07/31/2024
% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 372 - HUSET PARK AREA TIF (T6)
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
56.91 366,278.03 483,721.97 469,293.19 0.00 850,000.00 CURRENT AD VALOREM372.0000.31010
100.00 (284,673.50)284,673.50 3,160.40 0.00 0.00 DELNQ. AD VALOREM372.0000.31020
90.40 81,604.53 768,395.47 472,453.59 0.00 850,000.00 TAXES
MISCELLANEOUS
0.00 5,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,000.00 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS372.0000.36210
0.00 5,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,000.00 MISCELLANEOUS
89.87 86,604.53 768,395.47 472,453.59 0.00 855,000.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
89.87 86,604.53 768,395.47 472,453.59 0.00 855,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 7000 - BONDS
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
68.85 171,310.01 378,689.99 378,689.99 0.00 550,000.00 LOANS & GRANTS372.7000.44600
68.85 171,310.01 378,689.99 378,689.99 0.00 550,000.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
CAPITAL OUTLAY
100.00 0.00 140,000.00 0.00 0.00 140,000.00 PRINCIPAL372.7000.46010
100.00 0.00 50,200.00 24,050.00 0.00 50,200.00 INTEREST372.7000.46110
67.93 481.00 575.00 0.00 444.00 1,500.00 FISCAL AGENT CHARGES372.7000.46200
0.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,000.00 MISCELLANEOUS FISCAL CHARGES372.7000.46210
99.23 1,481.00 190,775.00 24,050.00 444.00 192,700.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY
76.73 172,791.01 569,464.99 402,739.99 444.00 742,700.00 Total Dept 7000 - BONDS
76.73 172,791.01 569,464.99 402,739.99 444.00 742,700.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
176.75 (86,186.48)198,930.48 69,713.60 (444.00)112,300.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
76.73 172,791.01 569,464.99 402,739.99 444.00 742,700.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
89.87 86,604.53 768,395.47 472,453.59 0.00 855,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 372 - HUSET PARK AREA TIF (T6):
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% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 375 - TIF Z6: 47TH & GRAND
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
100.00 (103,891.13)103,891.13 103,891.13 0.00 0.00 CURRENT AD VALOREM375.0000.31010
100.00 (103,891.13)103,891.13 103,891.13 0.00 0.00 TAXES
100.00 (103,891.13)103,891.13 103,891.13 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
100.00 (103,891.13)103,891.13 103,891.13 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 7000 - BONDS
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (93,502.02)93,502.02 93,502.02 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS375.7000.44600
100.00 (93,502.02)93,502.02 93,502.02 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (93,502.02)93,502.02 93,502.02 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 7000 - BONDS
100.00 (93,502.02)93,502.02 93,502.02 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 (10,389.11)10,389.11 10,389.11 0.00 0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
100.00 (93,502.02)93,502.02 93,502.02 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 (103,891.13)103,891.13 103,891.13 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 375 - TIF Z6: 47TH & GRAND:
23
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% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 391 - SCATTERED SITE TIF W3/W4
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 CURRENT AD VALOREM391.0000.31010
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 TAXES
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 (28,007.47)28,007.47 28,007.47 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 391 - SCATTERED SITE TIF W3/W4:
24
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DB: Columbia Heights PERIOD ENDING 07/31/2024
% BDGT
USED
UNENCUMBERED
BALANCE
YTD BALANCE
07/31/2024
ACTIVITY FOR
MONTH
07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 392 - TIF BB2 ALATUS 40TH AV
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
100.00 (404,497.31)404,497.31 404,497.31 0.00 0.00 CURRENT AD VALOREM392.0000.31010
100.00 (404,497.31)404,497.31 404,497.31 0.00 0.00 TAXES
100.00 (404,497.31)404,497.31 404,497.31 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
100.00 (404,497.31)404,497.31 404,497.31 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 7000 - BONDS
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (500.00)500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.392.7000.43050
100.00 (384,272.44)384,272.44 384,272.44 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS392.7000.44600
100.00 (384,772.44)384,772.44 384,272.44 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
CAPITAL OUTLAY
0.00 (176.00)0.00 0.00 176.00 0.00 FISCAL AGENT CHARGES392.7000.46200
0.00 (176.00)0.00 0.00 176.00 0.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY
100.00 (384,948.44)384,772.44 384,272.44 176.00 0.00 Total Dept 7000 - BONDS
100.00 (384,948.44)384,772.44 384,272.44 176.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 (19,548.87)19,724.87 20,224.87 (176.00)0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
100.00 (384,948.44)384,772.44 384,272.44 176.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 (404,497.31)404,497.31 404,497.31 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 392 - TIF BB2 ALATUS 40TH AV:
25
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ACTIVITY FOR
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YEAR-TO-DATE
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AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 393 - TIF BB6 ALATUS 4300 CENTRAL
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
100.00 (15,641.34)15,641.34 15,641.34 0.00 0.00 CURRENT AD VALOREM393.0000.31010
100.00 (15,641.34)15,641.34 15,641.34 0.00 0.00 TAXES
MISCELLANEOUS
0.00 63,700.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 63,700.00 LOAN INTEREST393.0000.36216
0.00 63,700.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 63,700.00 MISCELLANEOUS
TRANSFERS & NON-REV RECEIPTS
0.00 5,885,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,885,000.00 BOND PROCEEDS393.0000.39310
0.00 5,885,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,885,000.00 TRANSFERS & NON-REV RECEIPTS
0.26 5,933,058.66 15,641.34 15,641.34 0.00 5,948,700.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
0.26 5,933,058.66 15,641.34 15,641.34 0.00 5,948,700.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 7000 - BONDS
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (465.00)465.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.393.7000.43050
100.00 (465.00)465.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
CAPITAL OUTLAY
0.00 5,935,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,935,000.00 PRINCIPAL393.7000.46010
0.00 13,400.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 13,400.00 INTEREST393.7000.46110
100.00 (1,000.00)1,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 MISCELLANEOUS FISCAL CHARGES393.7000.46210
0.02 5,947,400.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 5,948,400.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY
0.02 5,946,935.00 1,465.00 0.00 0.00 5,948,400.00 Total Dept 7000 - BONDS
0.02 5,946,935.00 1,465.00 0.00 0.00 5,948,400.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
4,725.45 (13,876.34)14,176.34 15,641.34 0.00 300.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
0.02 5,946,935.00 1,465.00 0.00 0.00 5,948,400.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
0.26 5,933,058.66 15,641.34 15,641.34 0.00 5,948,700.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 393 - TIF BB6 ALATUS 4300 CENTRAL:
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07/31/24
ENCUMBERED
YEAR-TO-DATE
2024
AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 408 - EDA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT FD
Revenues
Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
TAXES
55.54 104,490.68 130,509.32 125,430.14 0.00 235,000.00 HRA CURRENT AD VALOREM408.0000.31012
40.08 44,941.98 30,058.02 30,411.27 0.00 75,000.00 AREA WIDE TAX408.0000.31014
100.00 2,339.37 (2,339.37)2,273.70 0.00 0.00 DELNQ. AD VALOREM408.0000.31020
51.04 151,772.03 158,227.97 158,115.11 0.00 310,000.00 TAXES
51.04 151,772.03 158,227.97 158,115.11 0.00 310,000.00 Total Dept 0000 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
51.04 151,772.03 158,227.97 158,115.11 0.00 310,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Expenditures
Dept 6314 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (269.00)269.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.408.6314.43050
100.00 (298.89)298.89 0.00 0.00 0.00 MISC. CHARGES408.6314.44300
100.00 (4,600.00)4,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS408.6314.44600
100.00 (5,167.89)5,167.89 0.00 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
CAPITAL OUTLAY
100.00 (15,000.00)15,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 LAND408.6314.45110
100.00 (15,000.00)15,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY
100.00 (20,167.89)20,167.89 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 6314 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH
Dept 6411 - FACADE IMPROVEMENT GRANT
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (19,374.34)19,374.34 15,000.00 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS408.6411.44600
100.00 (19,374.34)19,374.34 15,000.00 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (19,374.34)19,374.34 15,000.00 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 6411 - FACADE IMPROVEMENT GRANT
Dept 6414 - COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (101,371.50)92,369.00 5,532.00 9,002.50 0.00 EXPERT & PROFESSIONAL SERV.408.6414.43050
100.00 (495.21)495.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 REPAIR & MAINT. SERVICES408.6414.44000
100.00 (11,839.12)11,839.12 0.00 0.00 0.00 TAXES & LICENSES408.6414.44390
0.00 100,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 100,000.00 LOANS & GRANTS408.6414.44600
113.71 (13,705.83)104,703.33 5,532.00 9,002.50 100,000.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
CAPITAL OUTLAY
107.87 (16,519.55)226,519.55 0.00 0.00 210,000.00 LAND408.6414.45110
107.87 (16,519.55)226,519.55 0.00 0.00 210,000.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY
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YEAR-TO-DATE
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AMENDED BUDGETDESCRIPTIONGL NUMBER
Fund 408 - EDA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT FD
Expenditures
109.75 (30,225.38)331,222.88 5,532.00 9,002.50 310,000.00 Total Dept 6414 - COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION
Dept 6418 - FIRE SUPPRESSION GRANT
OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (74,436.00)74,436.00 2,872.50 0.00 0.00 LOANS & GRANTS408.6418.44600
100.00 (74,436.00)74,436.00 2,872.50 0.00 0.00 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES
100.00 (74,436.00)74,436.00 2,872.50 0.00 0.00 Total Dept 6418 - FIRE SUPPRESSION GRANT
146.52 (144,203.61)445,201.11 23,404.50 9,002.50 310,000.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
100.00 295,975.64 (286,973.14)134,710.61 (9,002.50)0.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
146.52 (144,203.61)445,201.11 23,404.50 9,002.50 310,000.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES
51.04 151,772.03 158,227.97 158,115.11 0.00 310,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES
Fund 408 - EDA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT FD:
59.94 180,088.17 (56,876.37)420,027.05 (10,611.80)112,600.00 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
23.08 5,669,782.10 1,691,006.10 920,669.30 10,611.80 7,371,400.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES - ALL FUNDS
21.83 5,849,870.27 1,634,129.73 1,340,696.35 0.00 7,484,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES - ALL FUNDS
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Item 2.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA SECTION BUSINESS ITEMS
MEETING DATE 09/03/2024
ITEM: Adoption of the 2025 Budget and Authorization of the EDA and HRA Levies
DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: Mitchell Forney – 8/30/2024
BACKGROUND:
In late August, the proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year was distributed to the City Council. Before the City
Council completes its final review of the proposed budget, the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority (“EDA”) and the Housing and Red evelopment Authority in and for the City of Columbia Heights
(“HRA”) are required to adopt fund budgets for Fund 204: EDA Administration and Fund 408: EDA
Redevelopment Projects; and to authorize their respective 2024 tax levies, payable in 2025.
The EDA effectively has two separate tax levies after the City Council granted the EDA certain HRA powers in
1996. One tax levy is administered by the City under Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.107 on behalf of the EDA
(the “EDA Levy”), and the other is a special benefit tax levy administered by the EDA under Minnesota
Statutes, Section 469.033 on behalf of the HRA (the “HRA Levy”). The proposed fund budgets reflect total levy
amounts within the statutory limits. For 2024, the EDA Levy would capture $3 19,000 from the City’s estimated
market land value, whereas the HRA Levy would net $400,000. Combined, both levies result in a total net
revenue of $719,000.
At the August 5th EDA meeting a few members of the EDA spoke about increasing the EDA or HRA levy to
provide more funds for EDA initiatives and conduct increases in increments so that any later increases don’t
need to be as large. Attached is a Levy Calculations Chart which is a historical breakdown of EDA and HRA
changes since 2008. As demonstrated by the chart there has not been an increase in the HRA levy since 2020.
Since 2020 the City’s Market Value has increased by 27.48%. For 2025 staff are recommending a $90,000
increase to the HRA levy. $5,000 of this increase would cover the Home Energy Squad Program. Wh ile the
remaining $85,000 would be available for the affordable housing trust fund and any projects or initiatives it
takes on. At the same time, the increase would constitute a 24% increase in the HRA levy. It follows just below
the pattern if the HRA Levy had been incrementally increased every year. Staff are also recommending the
additional funds be placed in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for 2025 to make up for the reduced amount
of LAHA funding received from the State. This can be altered next year to shift the additional income to other
programs or initiatives. The $400,000 amount highlighted above and established in Resolution 2024 -23 is the
budget after the addition of the $90,000. In 2024 the EDA budgeted $310,000 for the HRA Levy.
Staff’s recommendation is reflected in the attached resolutions. If, after further discussion, the EDA would like
to alter the amount on the budget resolutions, amendment motions can be made at the meeting. The other
remaining documents cover the breakdown of which priorities the levied funds are attributed to. For more
detail, please refer to the attached summary budgets.
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RECOMMENDED MOTION(S):
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2024-22, there being ample copies available to the
public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2024-22, a resolution of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority, adopting a budget for the fiscal year of 2025 and setting the 2024 tax levy, payable in 2025.
MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2024-23, there being ample copies available to the
public.
MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2024-23, a resolution of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority, adopting a budget for the fiscal year of 2025 and authorizing a special benefit tax levy, payable in
2025.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Levy Calculations Chart
2. Resolution 2024-22
3. Resolution 2024-23
4. Fund 204: EDA Administration Budget Summary
5. Fund 408: EDA Redevelopment Budget Summary
6. Budget Summary
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CCH
EDA/HRA Levy
Valuation Applicable (b)EDA HRA Budget
Year (a)Market Value Levy Limit Levy Limit Year (a)EDA Levy HRA Levy
2008 1,446,275,700 0.01813%0.01850%2009 80,000 267,561 Adopted
2009 1,420,604,300 0.01813%0.01850%2010 83,971 262,556 Adopted
2010 1,299,323,500 0.01813%0.01850%2011 84,811 240,374 Adopted
2011 1,181,497,100 0.01813%0.01850%2012 84,811 218,343 Adopted
2012 998,667,376 0.01813%0.01850%2013 84,811 184,753 Adopted
2013 993,984,300 0.01813%0.01850%2014 84,000 183,887 Adopted
2014 954,475,000 0.01813%0.01850%2015 84,000 176,578 Adopted
2015 1,093,861,500 0.01813%0.01850%2016 78,023 202,364 Adopted
2016 1,132,257,300 0.01813%0.01850%2017 84,000 209,468 Adopted
2017 1,214,009,300 0.01813%0.01850%2018 220,100 224,592 Adopted
2018 1,335,438,300 0.01813%0.01850%2019 242,100 247,000 Adopted
2019 1,466,682,000 0.01813%0.01850%2020 245,100 250,100 Adopted
2020 1,666,215,700 0.01813%0.01850%2021 255,500 250,000 Adopted
2021 1,677,580,500 0.01813%0.01850%2022 255,500 310,000 Adopted
2022 1,808,577,800 0.01813%0.01850%2023 297,100 310,000 Adopted
2023 2,232,137,100 0.01813%0.01850%2024 310,000 310,000 Adopted
2024 2,313,390,800 0.01813%0.01850%2025 419,402 427,959 Max Allowed
2025 306,600 315,000 Dept Proposed
EDA does not yet include 2025 COLA
Note (a):
There is a one year lag in the market values used for the EDA & HRA levy limits.
For example, the market values used for regular property taxes payable in 2019,
are the values used to calculate the limit for EDA & HRA levies for taxes payable in 2020.
Note (b):
For payable years prior to 2014, the applicable value was the Taxable Market Value
For payable years after 2013, the applicable value is the Assessor's Estimated Market Value
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Resolution 2024-22
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-22
A RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, ADOPTING A BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OF 2025 AND SETTING THE 2024 TAX LEVY, PAYABLE IN 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “EDA”) as follows:
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights (the “City”) established the EDA by an enabling resolution adopted on
January 8, 1996, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 469.090 to 469.1081 (the “EDA Act”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City has given to the EDA the responsibility for all development and
redevelopment projects and programs; and
WHEREAS, under Section 469.107 of the EDA Act, the City is authorized to levy a tax for the benefit of the EDA
on its area of operation for the purposes authorized under the EDA Act, subject to the approval of the City
Council;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority, that the EDA adopts and requests the City Council’s approval of its budget in the
amount of $319,000 for 2025; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the EDA adopts and requests the City Council’s approval of an EDA tax levy
under Section 469.107 of the EDA Act, in the amount of $319,000 for taxes payable in 2025; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Executive Director is instructed to transmit a copy of this resolution to the
City Manager, Finance Director, and City Clerk of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota.
ORDER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Passed this 3rd day of September, 2024
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
President
Attest:
Secretary
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Resolution 2024-23
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, ADOPTING A BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OF 2025 AND AUTHORIZING A SPECIAL BENEFIT TAX LEVY, PAYABLE IN 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “EDA”) as follows:
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights (the “City”) established the EDA by an enabling resolution adopted on
January 8, 1996, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 469.090 to 469.1081 (the “EDA Act”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council granted the EDA all powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority
by an enabling resolution and ordinance adopted on October 22, 2001, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
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, under Section 469.033 of the HRA Act, the EDA is authorized to levy a special benefit tax, in an
amount not to exceed .0185 percent of the City’s estimated market value (the “HRA Levy”); and
WHEREAS, by separate resolution, the EDA has before it for consideration a copy of the EDA budget for the
fiscal year of 2025, and the proposed amount of the HRA Levy, payable in 2025, is based on said budget;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority, that the EDA hereby adopts an HRA Levy payable in 2025 of $4000,000 under Section
469.033 of the HRA Act; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic Development
Authority hereby directs staff to take such actions necessary to file with the City and certify with the County of
Anoka County, the HRA Levy in the amount of $400,000 for taxes payable in 2025 under Section 469.033 of
the HRA Act.
ORDER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Passed this 3rd day of September, 2024
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
President
Attest:
Secretary
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DEPARTMENT: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
204 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Actual Actual Adopted Department City Manager Council
6314 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH.Expense Expense Budget Proposed Proposed Adopted
Description 2022 2023 2024 2025 2025 2025
Personnel Services 231,700 251,800 259,900 250,100 250,100 -
Supplies 500 100 800 800 800 -
Other Services & Charges 17,100 27,600 24,100 33,000 33,000 -
Capital Outlay - - - - - -
Contingencies & Transfers 172,100 22,100 28,900 25,100 25,100 -
TOTALS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH421,400 301,600 313,700 309,000 309,000 -
Activity Description
Comments on Proposed Budget
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
BUDGET 2025
The Economic Development Authority coordinates several activities that both directly and indirectly act as a catalyst for
improving the community's overall quality of life, business vitality, and economic performance. The main activities of Econom ic
Development Authority staff include providing support to the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority and the
Housing & Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Columbia Heights; leveraging public and private partnerships to
increase the amount of reinvestment within the City; serving as project managers for development and redevelopment
projects; writing and maintaining grants from governmental agencies and corporate institutions; preparing and maintaining
Tax Increment Financing, Tax Abatement, and Private Activity Bond records; developing and implementing a Business
Retention & Expansion programs; managing housing programs; and facilitating the acquisition and conveyance of City owned
properties.
The proposed 2025 budget is a decrease $4,700 or 1.5% lower than 2024, due to staffing changes in the department.
PERSONNEL SERVICES:
Personnel services will decrease by $9,800, or 3.9% due to the promotion of the Community Development Director/Assistant
City Manager to the position of City Manager. In conjunction with this promotion, the new Community Development Director
has been hired at a lower salary and the position has reverted back to CD Director, and no longer includes the duties of
Assistant City Manager.
SUPPLIES:
The Supplies budget will remain unchanged for 2025.
OTHER SERVICES AND CHARGES:
Other Services and Charges will increase by $8,100 to adequately reflect the anticipated workload of the department, and
account for increases in Expert and Professional Services, Training and Education, Property and Liability Insurance,
Memberships, and Information Systems. The largest increase ($6,100) will be in Expert and Professional Services. This is to
better reflect trends and accommodate unforeseen consultant and legal fees.
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DEPARTMENT: COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION
408 EDA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Actual Actual Adopted Department City Manager Council
6414 COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION Expense Expense Budget Proposed Proposed Adopted
Description 2022 2023 2024 2025 2025 2025
Personnel Services 400 - - - - -
Supplies - - - - - -
Other Services & Charges 6,000 73,800 100,000 200,000 200,000 -
Capital Outlay 177,200 392,000 210,000 200,000 200,000 -
Contingencies & Transfers 816,100 - - - - -
TOTALS: COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION999,700 465,800 310,000 400,000 400,000 -
Activity Description
Comments on Proposed Budget
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
BUDGET 2025
The Redevelopment Project Fund is a working capital fund designed to provide the resources necessary for the Columbia
Heights Economic Development Authority to implement approved activities for the benefit of the community. The three
approved activities covered previously within this fund are the Commercial Revitalization Project,the Facade
Improvement Grant Program,and the Fire Suppression grants program.
The proposed 2025 budget is an increase of $90,000 or 29% over 2024.
This fund is supported by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Levy and is recognized in Fund 408. Fund 408
will continue to support redevelopment projects and program expenditures of the Columbia Heights Economic
Development Authority (EDA), including the Facade Improvement Grant Program ($50,000), Fire Suppression Grant
Program ($60,000), and strategic property acquisitions ($200,000).
The fund 408 budget is increasing by $90,000 in 2025 to accommodate two primary changes. $5,000 of the increase will
be dedicated to cover energy audit services with a new third party service provider. For several years, the City had
contracted with the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) to provide reduced cost energy audits to the residents of
Columbia Heights. In mid-2024, the City was informed that CEE would no longer be providing these services in Columbia
Heights. Staff will work to secure a new partner for these services in 2025. The remaining $85,000 increase in revenue will
be placed in the EDA's newly created Affordable Housing Trust Fund. This increase is being requested to help offset lower
than expected sales tax revenue from the State's newly enacted affordable housing sales tax.
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EDA
Planning &Downtown Redevelopment Cap Equip
Inspections EDA Parking Project Protective Insp.
201.2400 204.6314 228.6317 408.6414 431.2400
Revenue
Taxes - 317,000 - 400,000 -
Licenses & Permits 419,000 - - - -
Intergovernmental - - - - -
Charges for Services - - - - -
Fines & Forfeits - - - - -
Miscellaneous 4,800 2,000 - - -
Sales and Related Charges - - - - -
Transfers & Non Rev Receipts 218,000 - 58,000 - -
Total Revenue 641,800 319,000 58,000 400,000 -
Expenses
Personnel Services 549,900 250,100 - - -
Supplies 8,900 800 1,500 - -
Other Services and Charges 78,100 33,000 56,500 200,000 -
Capital Outlay - - - 200,000 -
Contingencies & Transfers 25,100 25,100 - - -
Total Expenses 662,000 309,000 58,000 400,000 -
Change in Fund Balance (20,200) 10,000 - - -
City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota
BUDGET 2025
Community Development
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