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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
August 21, 2018
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order— 6:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Commercial Activity Updates
4. Redevelopment Updates - Verbal
5. Other Business
6. Adjournment
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
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TO:
Economic Development Authority
CC:
Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
FROM:
Michelle Harmer, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT:
Approval of Minutes
DATE:
August 21, 2018
INTRODUCTION
The following minutes were provided by Staff reviewed by Administration and submitted
for EDA approval:
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June 19, 2018 Regular
DISCUSSION
The minutes are attached for your review.
ACTION REQUIRED
The EDA is requested to approve the above minutes.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Harmer
Deputy City Clerk
Attach: Minutes
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ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTA UTHORITYMEETING—
JUNE 19, 2018 - MINUTES
The Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by President
Julie Trude, June 19, 2018, 6:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
Andover, Minnesota.
Present:
Absent:
Also present:
APPROVAL OF
June 5, 2018,
June 5,
RATIFY
AREA
Mr. Janish reviewed froj
property at 2542 138th A
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Commissioners Sheri
Mike Knight, and Joy
EDA Executive Director, Jim
Goodrich, Valerie Holthus,
Community Development Director, Joe Janish
Public Works Director/City Engineer, Dave Berkowitz
Fire Chief, Jerry Streich
Building Official, Fred Patch
g: Correct as written.
Correct as written.
by Bukkila, to approve the above minutes as written. Motion carried
LAKE BOULEVARD REDEVELOPMENT
previous EDA meeting direction to staff to extend an offer for the
e. The property contains a 4-plex rental unit. The offer of $357,000
owner. Closing will take place either before or on July 31, 2018.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Holthus approving the Purchase Agreement for 2542 138th
Avenue and authorizing EDA Executive Director, Jim Dickinson to sign the Purchase Agreement.
Motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSS BUNKER LAKE MED)AN IRRIGA TION
Mr. Berkowitz gave an update regarding the Bunker Lake Boulevard median. Kameron Kytonen,
the Natural Resources Technician has been working with Mickman Brothers for some additional
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes —June 19, 2018
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plantings for the medians. City staff contacted Anoka County for a permit to plant in the median.
The City was informed by the County as part of the median policy there must be active irrigation
in the median and they will not issue a permit without active irrigation. Mr. Berkowitz indicated
there has not been active irrigation in the medians for five years.
President Trude suggested contacting County Commissioner Gamache for a policy change.
Mr. Berkowitz indicated the median will be mowed and weed spray applied next week.
10 Mr. Berkowitz stated he would estimate the cost for irrigation at around $16,000.
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12 The EDA directed staff to get an irrigation quote from Mickman Brothers for the median.
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14 DISCUSS 1306
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16 Chief Streich indicated the 1306 amendment is a building sprinkler system code adopted with the
17 City Building Code. He continued 1306 puts a stronger provision on buildings 2,000 square feet
18 or larger. It has been working in the City since 1986 when it was adopted. From a Fire Chief
19 standpoint, it has worked very well for the City. The reason is the model of fire service the
20 department provides to the community, it's not a full-time department. Chief Streich stated
21 typically sprinklers are not designed to put the fire out, they keep the fire from spreading from one
22 area to another. Yes, there are additional costs to the builder. The benefit comes back to the City.
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24 President Trude asked what the exclusions are. Mr. Patch replied there is a misperception on
25 exclusions as there really are no exclusions for 1306.
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27 Mr. Patch handed out a copy of 1306. He explained there are two options for 1306, Subpart 2 and
28 Subpart 3. The City has chosen to adopt Subpart 2 the most restricted provision. Mr. Patch read
29 the definition for Subpart 2 Existing and new buildings. Automictic sprinkler systems for new
30 buildings, buildings increased in total floor area (including the existing building) or buildings in
31 which the occupancy classification has changed, must be installed and maintained in operational
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34 The Hughes Industrial area was discussed regarding the struggles of not being on the city water
35 system and having to comply with 1306, if a change of occupancy were to occur on a property.
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37 Mr. Patch explained the different types of building construction.
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39 Chief Streich stated it is all about life safety of occupancy, fire fighters' safety and property
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42 Commissioner Bukkila asked if there is something the City could do to attract businesses to the
43 Hughes Industrial area, like creating a TIF District and improving the conditions to make it more
44 attractive. President Trude indicated a study was done several years ago and it was very expensive
45 to put in a commercial well.
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Mr. Berkowitz stated a study was done in 2006 and due to the cost, the businesses were not
interested in serving the area with its own well. President Trude suggested revisiting the study.
Commissioner Bukkila stated it might take awhile to see a return and turnover of the property. But
if you do nothing, nothing will happen.
Mr. Berkowitz indicated you would have to see if the property owners are willing to be assessed
for the improvement, or is the City willing to put the money forward or a combination of the two.
President Trude asked if the underground water suppression tanks are expensive. Chief Streich
answered they are very costly.
The EDA thanked Chief Streich and Mr. Patch for coming in and explaining 1306.
Mr. Janish reviewed direction for staff to update the study done for the area. Mr. Berkowitz
indicated as far as updating the study, it was not done internally. He will research, gather the
information and bring the 2006 study to a future meeting.
COMMERCL4L UPDATES
No discussion, informational only.
OTHER BUSINESS
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Bukkila, Seconded by Twistol to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Harmer, Recording Secretary
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
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TO: President and Commissioners
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: Joe Janish, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Review Commercial Project Activity
DATE: August 21, 2018
INTRODUCTION
Staff will provide a progress report on ongoing commercial project activity at the meeting.
ANDOVER COMMERCIAL PROJECTS
• The Shops @ Andover, 13650 Hanson Boulevard NW —AT&T, Natural Nails, Dunkin Donuts,
Joy Kitchen, Twin Cities Dental, SportClips are all open.
• Estates at Arbor Oaks / Trident Development, 1753 156"i Lane NW — In process of renting out
units. Within 30 days, they expect to be 72% full. The apartments rent for $1,600 to $2,859 per
month.
• Domino's Pizza, 2256 Bunker Lake Blvd — A portion of the tenant space occupied by Belli
Capelli Salon is being remodeled to become a Domino's Pizza take-out.
• Growing Generations, 15216 Bluebird —Growing Generations Daycare was anticipating their
certificate of occupancy during the week of August 13.
• FedEx/Walmart Tenant Build Out, 1851 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW — A FedEx services office is
being built into one of the tenant bays at the front of the Walmart Store.
• Anoka Parks, Activity Center Greenhouse Demolition and Renovation, 550 Bunker Lake
Blvd. NW — Demolition of the existing greenhouse area will give way to an outdoor patio area.
Other improvements are to renovate the site approach and provide for better accessibility and
general renovation.
• Restaurants/Fast Food— Currently staff is aware of two companies continuing to look for land to
locate in Andover.
• Upper Midwest Athletic Construction — A CUP was granted for outside storage, staff is waiting
for the Commercial Site Plan to be submitted. The owner is working with a civil engineer on a
swale that runs through the property.
• Hearth Development, 1714 Bunker Lake Blvd NW— Staff continues to review the Commercial
Site Plan (CSP) and the contractor recently submitted for a building permit. We are waiting for
what is believed to be the final submittal.
• Muddy Paws, 3121161' Ave NW —The building has received their Certificate of Occupancy and
is up and running.
• Interest in Hughes Industrial Park — Interest in the area has quieted down.
• Clock Tower Commons —Tom Roberts has indicated he has some interest in lot 4 but nothing is
concrete at this time. Mr. Roberts is looking at some adjustments to lot 4.
• Andover High School, 2018 Additions and Renovations —Construction is in process. The project
has a value expected around $11.9 million -dollar project.
• Overall marketing - City Staff continue to work with parties interested in investing in Andover
and marketing all commercial sites.
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