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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
July 2, 2013
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order — 6:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes (June 4, 2013)
3. Parkside at Andover Station Update
4. Cherrywood Advanced Living Update
5. Andover Station North Marketing Update
6. Redevelopment Discussion
7. Update on Arbor Oaks Project
8. Other Business
9. Adjournment
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: Economic Development Authority
CC: Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
FROM: Michelle Hartner, Deputy City Clerl
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
DATE: July 2, 2013
INTRODUCTION
The following minutes were provided by Staff reviewed by Administration and submitted
for EDA approval:
June 4, 2013 Regular
DISCUSSION
The minutes are attached for your review.
ACTION REQUIRED
The EDA is requested to approve the above minutes.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Hartner
Deputy City Clerk
Attach: Minutes
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ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT A UTHORITY MEETING
JUNE 4, 2013 - MINUTES
A meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authoritys called to order by President Mike
Gamache, June 4, 2013, 6:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
Andover, Minnesota.
Present:
Absent:
Also present:
Commissioners
Trude, Robert t
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3ukkila, Tony
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Mike Knight, Julie
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Minutes as presented. Motion carried
Homes;. acquired four more lots on May 17`t'. Six lots remain
stated one more lot may be acquired by Capstone within the
looks very nice.
CHERRYWOOD ADVANCED LIVING UPDATE
Mr. Carlberg indicated the amendment to the approved Planned Unit Development (PUD) was
approved by City Council on May 21, 2013.
Mr. Carlberg stated there are current drainage and utility easements that need to be vacated. The
public hearing to vacate the easements has been scheduled for the June 18a City Council
meeting. The final plat approval will also be on that same evening's agenda. The closing with
Cherrywood Advanced Living is scheduled for September 24, 2013.
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Mr. Dickinson stated The Union newspaper recently published a very positive article about
Cherrywood Advanced Living.
ANDOVER STA TION NOR TH MARKETING UPDATE
Mr. Carlberg indicated staff continues to work with a light manufacturing company on their
interest in a 4.5 acre parcel located in Andover Station North. Staff has been notified a decision
still has not been made by their executive board. Staff will continue to make contact with the
company every couple weeks.
Mr. Dickinson asked the EDA if they would entertain another party interested in the parcel;
however the interested party would purchase the entire 7.5 acre parcel but not build on it for 4 -5
years.
Commissioner Trude stated she would like to see something built within 2 years of purchase.
The EDA concurred that selling the parcel could certainly be an option for the EDA.
Mr. Carlberg indicated there is a potential purchase of the Moose and Company lot at 13797 Jay
Street. The buyer is in the process of securing financing to build on the site. The buyer had a
Phase 1 environmental test done on the site. The bank may require a Phase 2 environment test
done before providing the financing.
Mr. Carlberg reviewed that the EDA provided an indemnification for Moose and Company when
the parcel was purchased, and is wondering if this is something the EDA would provide for the
new buyer. Mr. Berkowitz stated staff is confident the area is clean.
Motion by Bukkila, Seconded by Knight approving indemnification for the parcel located at
13797 Jay Street NW for one year or when the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, whichever
comes first. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Dickinson stated I" Minnesota Bank will be moving to Anoka.
RED VELOPMENTDISCUSSION
Mr. Carlberg indicated the electrical at the Stop -N -Shop has been disconnected. Staff is waiting
for the natural gas to be disconnected; once the utilities are disconnected Sauter and Sons will
begin the demolition.
Mr. Carlberg stated staff is currently marketing the parcel. Mr. Dickinson added in order for the
parcel to keep tax exempt status, the parcel needs to be marketed.
Mr. Carlberg indicated the current Conditional Use Permit on the property will expire once the
building is demolished.
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Mr. Dickinson stated a property on 138` Avenue will be going on the market. Commissioner
Nowak asked if the EDA would be interested in the property. Mr. Dickinson replied if the asking
price is low enough, the EDA should look into it.
UPDATE ON ARBOR OAKS PROJECT
Mr. Carlberg updated that Arbor Oaks continues to work on the roof top screening issue. The
Building Department has some concerns regarding the proposed screening plan. There will be a
meeting with the Arbor Oaks Developer, the Building Department and the Planning Department
regarding the concerns.
Commissioner Howard indicated he would like the screening to be better then what the developer
has proposed. He also stated the roof top screening was not on the original building plans.
Mr. Carlberg reviewed the Arbor Oaks timeline. He stated staff will notified the EDA of any
upcoming ribbon cutting ceremonies.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Carlberg updated on the following:
Round Lake Boulevard Entrance Sign - The electric service was brought to the Round Lake
Boulevard entrance sign on Friday, May 28h.
Bunker Lake Boulevard & 7rh Avenue Entrance Sign — Once the right -of -way is staked, staff
will determine the placement of the sign and work with Connexus Energy regarding the electric
service.
Annual Business Development Golf Tournament - To date fifteen teams are signed up for the
event on June 19th at Rum River Hills Golf Club in Ramsey.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trude, Seconded by Howard to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Hartner, Recording Secretary
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI. ANDOVER. MN. US
TO: President and Commissioners
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Parkside at Andover Station Update
DATE: July 2, 2013
INTRODUCTION
The EDA is requested to receive an update from the Community Development
Director on recent developments at Parkside at Andover Station.
DISCUSSION
Capstone Homes has acquired thirty (30) lots from the EDA, the last four lots
closed on May 24th. Six (6) single family lots remain in the development. The
Purchase Agreement with Capstone Homes called for the take down of an
additional lot within 120 days of the date of the closing of the initial sale of the two
lots which was June 1, 2012, and an additional lot every 45 days thereafter (9 lots
to be acquired by June 30, 2013). Therefore, Capstone Homes is well ahead of the
take down schedule.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receive presentation and provide input if necessary.
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO: President and Commissioners
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Cherrywood Advanced Living Update
DATE: July 2, 2013
INTRODUCTION
The EDA is requested to receive an update from the Community Development
Director on recent developments regarding the Cherrywood Advanced Living
project.
DISCUSSION
The City processed an amendment to the approved Planned Unit Development and
revised preliminary plat of Parkside at Andover Station to create the lot. The City
Council approved the amended PUD /preliminary plat on May 21, 2013.
The City Council held a public hearing on June 18, 2013 to vacate the existing
drainage and utility easements and approved the vacation. The final plat of
Parkside at Andover Station 4th Addition was also approved on that same night.
The final plat has been submitted to the Anoka County Surveyors Office for plat
checking and title work has been ordered so the City Attorney can insure that there
are no outstanding title issues. The next step is to have Cherrywood Advanced
Living submit their Commercial Site Plan application which will commence the
review process. The closing in accordance with the approved purchase agreement
between the EDA and Cherrywood Advanced Living, LLC is scheduled for
September 24, 2013.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receive presentation and provide input if necessary.
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
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FROM
EDA President and Board
Jim Dickinson, Executive Directo:
David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Andover Station North Lot Sale Update
DATE: July 4, 2013
INTRODUCTION
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Staff continues to work with a light manufacturing company on their interest in
purchasing land in Andover Station North. The property is located on Jay
Street NW just west of Hanson Boulevard NW. The company has selected
Andover in their site search and desires to purchase 3.5 acres. Staff has
received an application for the creation of a TIF District with the corresponding
fees.
Staff has also been approached by another company interested in purchasing the
entire 7.27 acre site creating competition for the same piece of property. Staff
is working with both parties trying to accommodate both their needs on this site
and an adjacent site in Andover Station North.
In addition, plans to build a restaurant on the Moose and Company lot at 13797
Jay Street NW continue to unfold. The purchaser of the property was approved
for a franchise restaurant site. Public disclosure of the restaurant will occur in
July.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receive update.
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW. CI. ANDOVER. MN. US
TO: President and Commissioners
FROM: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
David L. Carlberg, Community Developm t Director
SUBJECT: Bunker /Crosstown Redevelopment Area Discussion
DATE: July 2, 2013
INTRODUCTION
The EDA is requested to receive an update from staff on the redevelopment of the
Bunker Lake Boulevard/Crosstown area.
The Stop -N -Shop building located at 13725 Crosstown Drive NW was removed
the week of June 17th and as of Wednesday, June 26th the parking lot and
foundation of the building were also removed. The removal of the underground
fuel tanks is scheduled for the week of July 2 °d. SEH, Inc. will be brought in to
oversee the removal of the tanks.
Staff continues to monitor the availability of properties in the area for acquisition
and removal.
ACTION REQUESTED
The EDA is requested to continue discussions on the redevelopment of this area.
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO: President and Commissioners
Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Arbor Oaks Update
DATE: July 2, 2013
INTRODUCTION
The EDA is requested to receive an update from staff on the status of the project.
DISCUSSION
The issue has been raised regarding the screening of the roof top equipment at Arbor
Oaks located at 1640 155`h Lane NW. The City received shop drawings of the roof top
screening system on May 24, 2013. The fabricated metal screening wall was powder
coated and painted to match the shingles. The roof top screening wall was installed on
June 25 "'. Staff conducted a site inspection on Monday, June 24`h and submitted the
punchlist of items that need to be addressed in order to receive a Certificate of
Occupancy (CO).
The project activities and timeline are as follows:
• The management company will spend the first 3 -4 weeks of July doing training
and making sure all supplies and operating systems are in place.
• Residence to take occupancy around the end of July /early August.
Staff will keep the EDA apprised of any upcoming ribbon cutting ceremonies.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receive presentation from staff and provide feedback where necessary.
Respectfuully submitted,
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David L. Carlberg