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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
October 16, 2018
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order— 6:00 p.m.
2. Oath of Office — Kari Kafer
3. Approval of Minutes (September 18, 2018)
4. Anoka County Regional Economic Development Initiative MOU and Cost Sharing Agreement
5. Bunker Lake Blvd. NW Median
6. Commercial Activity Updates
7. Other Business
8. Adjournment
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 Harmer, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
DATE: October 16, 2018
INTRODUCTION
The following minutes were provided by Staff reviewed by Administration and submitted
for EDA approval:
September 18, 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
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ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYMEETING—
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 -MINUTES
The Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by President
Julie Trude, September 18, 2018, 6:01 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard
NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Present:
Absent:
Also present:
APPROVAL OFMINUTES
September 4, 2018,
Motion by Holthus, Seconde
unanimously.
Kyle Nemeth
Commissioners Sheri
Goodrich, Valerie Holthus,
and Mike Knight
Commissioner Joyce Twistol
EDA Executive Director, Jim Dickinson
leeting: Correct as written.
byBukkila, to approve the above minutes as written. Motion carried
President Trade asked Mr. Nemeth why he like to be on the EDA. Mr. Nemeth replied he is
interested in being more involved in the process of EDA projects.
Commissioner Holthus asked how Mr. Nemeth's experience on the Planning and Zoning
Commission could help him on the EDA. Mr. Nemeth indicated having the understanding of the
zoning for the City gives him that edge over another candidate without it.
Commissioner Goodrich asked what kind of businesses Mr. Nemeth would like to see in the City.
Mr. Nemeth replied he applauds the EDA for the progress made in the redevelopment area on
Bunker Lake Boulevard. He would like to see a more upscale apartment building in the area,
something to attract younger couples just starting out.
Commissioner Goodrich asked Mr. Nemeth his thoughts on market value housing. Mr. Nemeth
indicated market value is more appropriate for the City of Andover. Mr. Nemeth stated he would
like to see more businesses in the City that would bring in more jobs, such as manufacturing.
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes — September 18, 2018
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1 Commissioner Bukkila asked in terms of multi -family housing, where in the City would he like to
2 see this type of housing. Mr. Nemeth replied he would like to see a mixed use of commercial and
3 housing in the area of 7th Avenue and Bunker Lake Boulevard. He envisions a 2 -story apartment
4 building with underground parking. Something that blends in with the current area, nothing that
5 is large and stands out.
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7 President Trude asked Mr. Nemeth if he can make a commitment to attend both Planning and
8 Zoning and EDA meetings. Mr. Nemeth indicated yes, he would be fully committed to attending
9 both.
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11 Commissioner Knight asked Mr. Nemeth what he sees in the future for the City of Andover in
12 terms of demographics. Mr. Nemeth replied he sees the community with young families. He feels
13 right now everywhere is over building senior living.
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15 Commissioner Knight asked Mr. Nemeth with the growth of the City, does he feel the City is
16 keeping up with bringing businesses into the City. Mr. Nemeth replied yes in terms of retail, he
17 would like to see more industrial or manufacturing businesses in the City.
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19 President Trude asked Mr. Nemeth if he is familiar with Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Mr.
20 Nemeth stated yes, he knows it was used with the Arbor Oaks and The Farmstead projects.
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22 President Trude asked Mr. Nemeth if he has any preconceived opinions about TIF or general
23 outlook on providing TIF for a project. Mr. Nemeth answered he feels providing TIF would
24 depend on the project.
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26 President Trude asked Mr. Nemeth why the EDA should select him to the EDA. Mr. Nemeth
27 replied he has been paying attention to the EDA minutes and keeping up with EDA projects. He
28 also has a background in finance and Planning and Zoning.
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30 Mr. Nemeth thanked the EDA for their time. The EDA thanked Mr. Nemeth for coming in.
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34 President Trude asked Ms. Kafer why she is interested in being on the EDA. Ms. Kafer replied
35 there are multiple reasons, one of them being she is interested in having a voice in the community
36 where her kids will grow up.
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38 Commissioner Holthus asked Ms. Kafer to tell the EDA about her background. Ms. Kafer
39 indicated she studied economics and accounting at the University of Eau Claire, graduated and
40 moved to Minnesota. She has been at her current job for eight and a half years, which has given
41 her experience in business development.
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43 Mr. Goodrich asked Ms. Kafer if she has been following the EDA meetings. Ms. Kafer replied
44 she has read all the EDA and Planning and Zoning meeting minutes for the past year and has read
45 most of the Comprehensive Plan.
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes — September 18, 2018
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Commissioner Goodrich asked Ms. Kafer what direction she would like to see the City go as far
as businesses. Ms. Kafer replied she would like to see a mixture of commercial and housing.
Commissioner Bukkila asked Ms. Kafer what she sees as a demand for housing, in terms of
apartment complexes such as affordable and market rate housing. Ms. Kafer answered she feels
Andover does have affordable housing compared to other communities. She continued she feels
the legal term of affordable housing may not be a great fit in Andover without public transportation
being available.
10 President Trude asked Ms. Kafer if the City has to keep a high-density area, such as the
11 redevelopment area on Bunker Lake Boulevard what kind of image does she envision for the area.
12 Ms. Kafer stated the area would still need to be with the neighborhood's characteristics. She could
13 see a potential 3 -story apartment building with commercial buildings.
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15 Commissioner Knight asked Ms. Kafer how she envisions the City. Ms. Kafer replied right now
16 her vision is to have growth but keep the characteristics of Andover.
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18 Commissioner Holthus asked Ms. Kafer how familiar she is with the different zoning districts in
19 the City and does she feel any of those zoning districts need to be changed. Ms. Kafer stated going
20 over the comprehensive plan she reviewed the zoning for the City but she is not completely familiar
21 with the zoning districts, that would be a learning curve for her.
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23 President Trude stated the EDA can offer TIF to developers to attract a business or housing project
24 to the City. She asked Ms. Kafer if she has any type of philosophy that might guide her to when
25 and where a city should spend tax money or use tax money to draw a developer in. Ms. Kafer
26 answered she feels it should be used on a case by case basis and if it is the right scenario it can be
27 beneficial.
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29 President Trude indicated the EDA has meetings 1-2 times a month, she asked Ms. Kafer if that is
30 a commitment she can make. Ms. Kafer stated she can.
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32 President Trude asked Ms. Kafer if there were any topics that peaked her interest when she read
33 the EDA minutes. Ms. Kafer replied she is interested to be a part of the redevelopment area and
34 to see what happens with the 7`h Avenue and Bunker Lake Boulevard parcel.
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36 President Trude asked Ms. Kafer why the EDA should select her. Ms. Kafer stated another
37 candidate may have more experience but she has a lot of potential and would like the opportunity
38 to invest in the City she plans to raise her kids in.
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40 The EDA thanked Ms. Kafer for coming in.
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Minutes — September 18, 2018
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The candidates were discussed.
Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to recommend Kari Kafer to the City Council for the
Andover Economic Development Authority Commissioner seat. Motion carried unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
President Trude asked if there will be an EDA meeting in October. Mr. Dickinson replied
possibly October 16, 2018 before the City Council meeting.
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Motion by Bukkila, Seconded by Goodrich to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The
meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Harmer, Recording Secretary
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President and Commissioners
Jim Dickinson, Executive
Joe Janish, Community Development
Anoka County Regional Economic Development Initiative MOU & Cost Sharing
Agreement
October 16, 2018
INTRODUCTION
In 2017 Anoka County, Connexus Energy, and Metro North Chamber of Commerce along with Anoka
County Communities worked with Ady Advantage last year to develop an economic development road
map. This process has become known as the "Anoka County Regional Economic Development
Initiative." One of the top priority recommendations from the study was to have Anoka County hire a
person to bring alignment to the economic development efforts within the county in coordination with
county communities.
The County hired Jacquel Hajder as an Economic Development Specialist. During Jacquel's time, the
development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been drafted. This MOU establishes the
organizational structure of the guiding group for the Economic Development Specialist position.
The MOU specifically outlines the following:
• Purpose
Outlines general objectives,
Defines mutual responsibilities
Sets goals, timelines, communication, and other details
• Term
o 5 years
• Executive Committee
o Establishes how the committee is established and membership
The Cost Sharing Agreement outlines the following:
• Budget for 2019 of $20,000
• City agrees to contribute $0.057 per individual resident within its city limits
• Payment due at the end of the first quarter of each year
The City of Andover's contribution is expected to be around $1,800 for 2019.
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Joe Janish
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
FOR ANOKA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
By and Among
THE COUNTY OF ANOKA, CONNEXUS ENERGY, METRONORTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE,
AND PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITIES WITHIN ANOKA COUNTY
This Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") is by, between, and among the County of Anoka, a
political subdivision of the state of Minnesota, (hereinafter "the County"); Connexus Energy, a
Minnesota corporation in Ramsey, Minnesota; MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce, a Minnesota
nonprofit organization; and participating Municipalities located within Anoka County, Minnesota
(See Exhibit A). For purposes of this MOU, the aforementioned are referred to collectively as the
"Hosting Agencies" for the Anoka County economic development initiative.
WHEREAS, a research study was completed by a Consultant, Ady Advantage, in December 2017
("the Study') for a market research analysis and evaluation of business opportunities, targets, and
strategies for economic development within Anoka County; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the Study, the Hosting Agencies plan to gather with one another as well as
other community partners to develop a vision, create an action plan, and set realistic goals to
implement shared objectives for economic development and business recruitment within Anoka
County; and
WHEREAS, the Hosting Agencies wish to enter into this MOU to establish organizational structures
and to develop specific goals and objectives for the collaboration;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is agreed as follows:
A. Purpose. The purpose of this MOU is to set a framework for the Hosting Agencies and other
participating entities, to further the goals of the economic development collaboration by:
(a) outlining general objectives, (b) defining mutual responsibilities, and (c) setting goals,
timelines, communication, and other details necessary to achieve the desired outcomes.
B. Term. This Memorandum of Understanding is effective upon execution and will continue in
effect for five (5) years, or until completion and implementation of a Final Action Plan, as
determined by the Executive Committee. The term of this MOU may be renewed for
subsequent five (5) year terms upon written agreement of the parties.
C. Executive Committee. For purposes of this MOU, the Executive Committee for the Anoka
County economic development initiative is comprised of representatives from Anoka
County, Connexus Energy, Metro North Chamber, and up to four participating cities ("City
members"). City members of the Executive Committee shall have staggered, rotating terms
as addressed below. A Chairperson may be selected by the members of the Executive
Committee to set and conduct meetings and be the primary point of contact between the
Executive Committee and any subcommittees.
The names and contact information for the initial Executive Committee members are listed
in the attached Exhibit B to this Agreement.
1. Executive Committee Members' Terms, Election, and Appointment:
• The members of the Executive Committee shall serve for initial terms of eighteen
(18) and twenty four (24) months, as designated on Exhibit B. Certain Executive
Committee members'terms may be renewed, as appropriate, to fulfill the
objectives set forth in this MOU.
• No more than two County representatives may be designated as "voting
members" on the Executive Committee. Other County representatives serving on
the Executive Committee, in excess of two voting members, shall participate as
non-voting members.
• The four City members of the Executive Committee shall have staggered, rotating
terms to enable other participating municipalities to serve on the Executive
Committee, as desired. City members may serve a maximum of two (2)
consecutive terms.
• As City members' terms expire, the Executive Committee shall survey interest
among all participating cities and elect new City members to the Executive
Committee to fill expired or vacant terms. The Committee's selection of new City
members shall take into consideration such factors as the size of each
municipality, and location, to ensure that the Executive Committee constitutes a
diverse geographic representation of Anoka County.
Election of Executive Committee members shall be accomplished by majority
vote, to take place at a regular meetings of the Committee, or by electronic
means (email) if a vacancy arises. .
2. Executive Committee Meetings:
• The Executive Committee members will hold regular meetings approximately
every other month, with the first meeting to be scheduled in the fall of 2018.
• At least two times per year, the Executive Committee will schedule broad
based meetings and invite a larger group of City officials and staff, community
partners, and other stakeholders, to provide updates and information
regarding the current priorities of the economic development collaboration.
• The Executive Committee may also communicate electronically (via email) to
review opportunities and give direction to subcommittees as needed.
Executive Committee Goals and Objectives:
• Define a Vision: The Executive Committee is responsible for gathering
information from its subcommittees to form a vision for the business climate
and opportunities within Anoka County. The Executive Committee will then
communicate that vision with all Cities, community partners and identified
stakeholders in the County.
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• Develop a Strategic Plan. The Executive Committee will engage in strategic
planning, to develop goals, interim activities, and a Final Action Plan, within
applicable time frames as set by the Executive Committee.
• Communication. The Executive Committee will ensure that reliable
communication occurs with all subcommittees, and that cities and community
partners are kept informed of the progress and results of the collaboration.
• Review and Contracting. The Executive Committee will continually review its
progress and may enter into contracts with outside partners or private
companies, as required to effectively research and/or implement work
developed over the course of this project.
D. Subcommittees. The purpose of subcommittees is to ensure diversification of ideas and
representation across Anoka County in taking on specific tasks related to economic
development.
• The Executive Committee may, at any time during one of its regular meetings,
seek to establish, modify, or eliminate one or more subcommittees, which may
be comprised of County and City officials/staff, community partners, or other
public or private individuals or entities assisting in the economic development
collaboration.
• Subcommittees may also include additional advisory members with expertise
relevant to the work of the subcommittee.
• As of the date of this MOU, three Subcommittees have been formed: (1)
Alignment/Regionalism; (2) Readiness; (3) Marketing and Differentiation.
• Subcommittees should attempt to meet on a monthly basis if possible.
E. Reporting. The following persons/entities should provide written or oral monthly reports to
the Executive Committee:
a. Subcommittee Reports. All subcommittees shall promptly deliver reports to the
Executive Committee on matters which the subcommittee has addressed.
b. Economic Development Specialist. Anoka County will direct its Economic
Development Specialist ("ED Specialist") to assist the Executive Committee and
other entities in this collaboration. The ED Specialist will report directly to the
County Administrator regarding day-to-day operations and activities. At the
request of the Executive Committee, the ED Specialist will provide reports to the
Executive Committee as to research outcomes and progress. The ED Specialist
may also be asked to present findings at the broader, semi-annual meetings
attended by cities, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Financial Contributions.
a. Economic Development Specialist. The County is subsidizing and monitoring the
activities of the Economic Development Specialist, described herein, to provide direct
project assistance and research in connection with this collaboration.
b. Budget and Cost Sharing. If the Executive Committee seeks continued services for
website and social media support, marketing assistance, or other outside services,
the cost allocation among cities and financial responsibilities will require execution of
separate agreements. On or around August of each calendar year, a proposed
budget for the following year will be voted on by the Executive Committee at a
regular meeting, and distributed to the members. An agreement for voluntary cost
sharing among participating municipalities will also be distributed, with the first
agreement effective for year 2019. Negotiation, execution, and administration of any
such cost sharing agreement must comply with applicable statutes and regulations.
Nothing in this MOU shall obligate the agencies or partners to obligate or transfer
any funds absent a separate agreement authorizing such contributions.
G. Modification: Material alternations, modifications, or variations of the terms of this MOU
must be reduced to writing as an amendment and signed by the parties. Election or
appointment of members to the Executive Committee, the formation of subcommittees, and
updates to Exhibits A and B to this MOU do not require formal amendment of this MOU.
H. Authorized Representatives. By signing this MOU, the undersigned certifies that he/she is
authorized to act and carry out the terms of this MOU.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Memorandum of Understanding on
the dates indicated below.
County of Anoka:
Date:
Rhonda Sivarajah, Chair
Anoka County Board of Commissioners
Attest:
Date:
Jerry Soma, County Administrator
Connexus Energy:
Date:
Bruce Sayler, Principal
NorthMetro Chamber of Commerce:
Date:
Lori Higgins, President
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City of Andover:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Anoka:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Bethel:
Date:
By:
Its:
City of Blaine:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Centerville:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Circle Pines:
Date:
By:
Its:
City of Columbia Heights:
By:
Date:
Its:
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City of Columbus:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Coon Rapids:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of East Bethel:
By:
Its:
Date:
City of Fridley:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Ham Lake:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Hilltop:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Lexington:
By:
Date:
Its:
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City of Lino Lakes:
By:
Date:
Its:
Linwood Township:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Nowthen:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Oak Grove:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Ramsey:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of St. Francis:
By:
Date:
Its:
City of Spring Lake Park:
By:
Date:
Its:
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EXHIBIT A
"HOSTING AGENCIES"
FOR ANOKA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
County of Anoka
Jerry Soma
763-324-4715
Jerry.Soma@co.anoka.mn.us
County Administrator
2100 Third Ave., Ste 700
Anoka, MN 55303
County of Anoka
Rhonda Sivarajah
763-324-4706
Rhonda.Sivaraiah@co.anoka.mn.us
Chair, Anoka County Board of
Commissioners
2100 Third Ave., Ste 700
Anoka, MN 55303
County of Anoka
Scott Schulte
763-324-4712
Scott.Schulte@co.anoka.mn.us
County Commissioner
2100 Third Ave., Ste 700
Anoka, MN 55303
County of Anoka
Karen Skepper
763-227-5807
Karen.Skepper@co.anoka.mn.us
Director of Community and
Government Relations
2100 Third Ave., Ste 700
Anoka, MN 55303
County of Anoka
Jacquel Haider
763-324-4609
Jacauel.Haider@co.anoka.mn.us
Economic Development Specialist
2100 Third Ave., Ste 700
Anoka, MN 55303
Connexus Energy
Bruce Sayler
763-323-2600
Bruce.sayler@connexusenergy.com
Principal/ Community Development
Connexus Energy
14601 Ramsey Blvd. NW
Ramsey, MN 55303
Metro North
Lori Higgins
763-783-3553
lori@metronorthchamber.ore
Chamber of
21n Century Bank Building
Commerce
9380 Central Ave. NE, Ste 320
Blaine, MN 55434
CITIES/TOWNSHIPS
Andover
Joe Janish
763-767-5140
l•ianish@andovermn.eov
Community Development Director
City of Andover
1685 Crosstown Blvd. NW
Andover, MN 55304
Anoka
Doug Borglund
763-576-2723
dborglunch@ci.anoka.mn.us
Community Development Director
City of Anoka
2015 First Avenue North
Anoka, MN 55303
Bethel
Ginger Berg
763-434-4366
info@bethelmn.aovoffice2.com
City Administrator
City of Bethel
23820 Dewey St.
Bethel, MN 55005
Blaine
Erik Thorvig
763-785-6147
ethorvig@ci.blaine.mn.us
Economic Development Coordinator
City of Blaine
10801 Town Square Drive NE
Blaine, MN 55449
Centerville
Mark Statz
651-429-3232
mstatz@centervillemn.com
City Administrator
Ext. 10
City of Centerville
1880 Main Street
Centerville, MN 55038
Circle Pines
Patrick Antonen
763-231-2605
pantonen@ci.circle-pines.mn.us
City Administrator
City of Circle Pines
200 Civic Heights Circle
Circle Pines, MN 55014
Columbia Heights
Keith Dahl
763-706-3675
kdahl@columbiaheightsmn.gov
Community Development Manager
City of Columbia Heights
590 40th Avenue NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Columbus
Elizabeth Mursko
651-419-9003citvadministrator@ci.columbus.mn
us
City Administrator
City of Columbus
16319 Kettle River Blvd.
Columbus, MN 55025
Coon Rapids
Matt Brown
763-767-6451
mbrown@coonrapidsmn gov
Economic Development Coordinator
City of Coon Rapids
11155 Robinson Drive
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
East Bethel
Colleen Winter
763-367-7855
colleen.winter@ci.east-bethei.mn.us
Community Development Director
City of East Bethel
2241 221" Ave. NE
East Bethel, MN 55011
Fridley
Scott Hickok
763-572-3590
Scott.hickok@fridlevmn.gov
Community Development Director
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Ham Lake
Denise Webster
763-235-1680
dwebster@ci.ham-lake.mn.us
City Clerk
City of Ham Lake
15544 Central Avenue NE
Ham Lake, MN 55304
Hilltop
Ruth Nelson
763-571-2023
rnelson@hilltop.govoffice.com
City Clerk
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City of Hilltop
4555 Jackson St. NE
Hilltop, MN 55421
Lexington
Bill Petracek
763-784-2792
bill.petracek@citvoflexingtommn.org
City Administrator
City of Lexington
9180 Lexington Avenue
Lexington, MN 55014
Lino Lakes
Michael Grochala
651-982-2427
michael.grochala@ci.lino-lakes.mn us
Community Development Director
City of Lino Lakes
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Linwood Township
Pam Olson
651-462-2812
pam.olson@linwoodtownship.org
Town Clerk
Linwood Township
22817 Typo Creek Drive NE
Stacy, MN 55079
Nowthen
763-441-1347
City of Nowthen
8188 199`h Avenue NW
Nowthen, MN 55330
Oak Grove
Loren Wickham
763-404-7075
Iwickham@ci.oak-groye.mn.us
City Administrator
City of Oak Grove
19900 Nightingale St. NW
Oak Grove, MN 55011-9204
Ramsey
Tim Gladhill
763-433-9826
tgladhill(@citvoframsev.com
Community Development Director
City of Ramsey
7550 Sunwood Drive NW
Ramsey, MN 55303
St. Francis
Kate Thunstrom
763-267-6191
kthunstrom@stfrancismn.org
Community Development Director
City of St. Francis
23340 Cree Street NW
St. Francis, MN 55070
Spring Lake Park
Dan Buchholtz
763-784-6491
dbuchholtz(@slpmn.org
City Administrator
City of Spring Lake Park
130181'`Avenue NE
Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
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EXHIBIT B
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS
ENTITY
MEMBER/REPRESENTATIVE
INITIALTERM
CONTACTS
County of Anoka
Jerry Soma
*Non-voting
Jerrv.Soma(cDco.anoka.mn.us
County Administrator
member
T:763-324-4715
County of Anoka
Jacquel Hajder
*Non-voting
Jacquel.Haider@co.anoka.mn.us
T: 763-324-4609
Economic Development Specialist
member
County of Anoka
Scott Schulte
18 months
Scott.Schulte@co.anoka.mn.us
Anoka County Commissioner
Or
T: 763-324-4712
Non-voting
member
County of Anoka
Rhonda Sivarajah
18 months
Rhonda.Sivaraiah@co.anoka.mn.us
T: 763-324-4706
Chair, Anoka County Board of
Or
Commissioners
Non-voting
member
County of Anoka
Karen Skepper
24 months
Karen.Skepper@co.anoka.mn.us
T: 763-227-5807
Director of Community and
Government Relations
Connexus Energy
Bruce Sayler
24 months
Bruce.savler@connexusenerey.com
T: 763-323-2600
Principal/ Community Development
Connexus Energy
Metro North
Lori Higgins
24 months
lori@metronorthchamber.ora
Chamber of
President
T: 763-783-3553
Commerce
CITY MEMBERS
Columbia Heights
Keith Dahl
18 months
kdahl@columbiaheightsmn.gov
Community Development Manager
T: 763-706-3675
City of Columbia Heights
Coon Rapids
Matt Brown
24 months
mbrown@coonrapidsmn.ov
Economic Development Coordinator
T: 763-767-6451
City of Coon Rapids
East Bethel
Colleen Winter
18 months
colleen.winter@ci.east-bethel.mn.us
T: 763-367-7855
Community Development Director
City of East Bethel
Lino Lakes
Michael Grochala
24 months
michael.grochala@ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
T: 651-982-2427
Community Development Director
City of Lino Lakes
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ACHRA Contract # C0006218A
VOLUNTARY COST SHARING AGREEMENT
FOR ANOKA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made between the County of Anoka, a political subdivision of the State
of Minnesota ("County"), and the undersigned participating municipality ("City"), a municipal
corporation organized under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the County and the City, along with other community partners, entered into
a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOU") on , 2018, to set goals, create an
action plan, and implement shared objectives in promoting economic development within Anoka
County;
WHEREAS, the MOU addresses the need for cost sharing between the County and
municipalities of Anoka County to support continued services for website services, social media
support, marketing assistance, and future services related to the county -wide economic
development initiative;
WHEREAS, an annual budget for the above activities was developed, including a
formula for participating municipalities to provide proportional cost sharing based upon its
population;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties understand and mutually agree as follows:
The budget for services related to website services, social media, marketing, and
other supportive activities required for economic development, is currently set at
$20,000.00 for calendar year 2019.
2. For 2019, the City agrees to contribute the sum of $0.057 per individual resident
within its city limits, as a voluntary contribution to the economic development
costs described above.
3. The City shall provide such payment annually, by the end of the first quarter in
each calendar year, beginning in 2019.
4. Each calendar year, the County will provide an annual budget and proposed
formula for the City's use in calculating its contributions under this Agreement.
The City may opt out or cancel this Agreement by providing 30 days' written
notice to the County Administrator: Jerry Soma, 2100 Third Avenue, Ste. 700,
Anoka, MN 55303.
6. This agreement shall terminate concurrently with the MOU, unless a City chooses
to opt out or cancel this agreement prior to its expiration, as provided above.
ACHRA Contract # C0006218A
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties of this Agreement have hereunto set their hands on
the dates written below:
ANOKA COUNTY HOUSING
AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: CITY OF ([Enter City Name]:
Scott Schulte, Board Chair
ACHRA
Dated:
Karen Skepper, Executive Director
ACHRA
Dated:
APPROVED AS TO FORM
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Christine Carney
Assistant County Attorney
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: President and Commissioners
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CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Directo
FROM: Joe Janish, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Bunker Lake Boulevard Median
DATE: October 16, 2018
INTRODUCTION
The City of Andover has been working on getting the medians established with low maintenance native
vegetation. The last few years, the focus has been to get more color and less weeds. At our April 17,
2018 meeting, it was determined that Economic Development Authority Resident Member Joyce Twisted
and Kameron Kytonen would spend some time checking into possible options for the median. On May
15, 2018 Kameron Kytonen presented the addition of ornamental flowers, and discussion occurred related
to irrigation, and moving lane closures to provide water to the new plants.
Since that time the Engineering Department has had conversations with the Anoka County Highway
Department (ACHD) in regards to moving lane closures. Staff was informed that current ACHD policies
require additional ornamental plantings within the right of way to be irrigated.
In order to irrigate the area a bid from Mickman Brothers was obtained. This bid had two options
• $22,988 Base Bid (if boring new sleeves IS necessary)
• $20,690 Base Bid (if boring new sleeves IS NOT necessary)
The prairie grass is established within the median and does not require irrigation moving forward. The
irrigation would benefit ornamental plantings if desired. The EDA should determine if the costfbenefit
for such improvements are beneficial.
Res t�itted,
Joe Jamsh
ANOKA COUNTY
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
INTRODUCTION
The Anoka County Highway Department (Department) has a delegated function and responsibility
to maintain a system of roadways that provide transportation for business and residents of the
county, and those traveling through Anoka County, in a safe, efficient manner. Year-round safety
requires adequate sight distances, snow and ice control, and a minimum operational clear zone that
can also accommodate snow storage, signs, and utilities. The Department has prepared these
Landscape/Streetscape Guidelines in an effort to consistently and thoroughly respond to questions
about landscape/streetscape design practices. For existing conditions and relocations due to
reconstruction of a roadway, where the cost to cure is prohibitive, the Department may allow
essential facilities inside the operational clear zone on a case by case basis (i.e., power distribution
line).
All landscape/streetscape plans must be prepared and signed in accordance with the Board of
Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture and Interior Design by the
designer. The City Engineer shall also approve and sign the title or cover sheet for those
landscape/streetscape plans. The City Engineer shall also evaluate sight distances along the project
and present a certified report to assure the Department that sight distances are adequate.
The placement of obstacles or fixed objects, such as structures, trees, etc., within Anoka County's
right-of-way shall comply with MSA 160.277 and be cause for the Municipality to assume legal
liability and additional maintenance responsibility through a Cooperative Agreement. Those
requesting exceptions to MSA 160.277, shall apply for and acquire a license permit from the
Department.
Prior to commencing any work in the right-of-way of any county route, a permit must be obtained
from the Department.
RECOMMENDED GUIDELINE CRITERIA
The following is an alphabetical listing of the Departments recommended guidelines for
landscape/streetscape design. The criteria listed are not all-inclusive or necessarily complete.
Requests for more clarification should be addressed to the County Engineer or his/her designee.
Figure I at the end of this document contains a summarization of the recommended operational clear
zone guidelines. The term City and Municipalities are used interchangeably and means any city or
township located in Anoka County.
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ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
Berms
1) Berms are permitted only where a minimum of 60 feet of right-of-way exists as measured
from the centerline of the road. Where a berm is proposed, the property owner must provide
the Department with a permanent slope easement 10 feet in width outside the 60 foot right-
of-way. This is to allow the Department room to work should the berm need to be modified
for any reason, i.e., installing utilities, installing trails, widening the road.
2) A maximum of %z of the berm can extend into the right-of-way provided the area is not
proposed to be used for other facilities such as trails or sidewalk.
3) A berm can extend no more than 10 feet into the right-of-way.
4) The maximum slope of the berm within the right-of-way is 3 to 1.
5) No special or additional maintenance will be performed by the Department in regards to the
upkeep of the berm.
6) The property owner/developer is responsible for construction of the berm.
7) The Berms may be removed at any time by the Department in order to construct additional
facilities on the right-of-way. The Municipality or property owner may elect to pay for a
retaining wall along the right-of-way so that the berm can remain on the private property.
• Boulevard
1) The Department prefers a low maintenance boulevard. Snow and ice control methods may
prevent the survival of some desired vegetation where a City or Township has installed
landscape/streetscape in the boulevard of a County State Aid Highway or County Road. The
Municipality has the responsibility for mowing and the maintenance of facilities behind the
curb for that segment of roadway as agreed in the joint powers agreement.
• Crosswalks
1) Crosswalks shall conform to the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MMUTCD).
2) The Department's standard crosswalk is a block type pattern, painted white, on top of
bituminous or concrete pavement.
3) Non-standard crosswalk surfaces (such as decorative brick, colored aggregated, etc.) shall
require prior approval by the Department. Municipalities shall have the responsibility to
install and maintain any crosswalk surface, as well as the abutting material, if the crosswalk
surface is not the County standard. The Municipality shall also indemnify the County for the
use of a non-standard crosswalk surface.
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
Curb
I) Curb design must conform to the Department's Standard Design and the State Aid Manual.
Curb and Pedestrian ramps must also comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act
(ADA).
• Irrigation
1) No plantings will be allowed unless the Municipality agrees to pay for the design, installation
and maintenance of an underground watering system which covers all areas which are not
hard surfaced. Irrigation must be of the trickle type, no spray heads will be allowed. The
water system shall be automatic and shall water the medians two or three times per week
between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. The system shall have an automatic cutout,
which will not allow watering when the air temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
2) Water from irrigation systems shall not flow or spray onto the traveled roadway or onto any
County owned structures such as traffic signal components and signage. Concrete gutters
shall collect excess water from irrigation systems and not allow water to flow across
roadways (gutter in).
3) Effects of subgrade saturation shall be addressed when irrigation systems are proposed. This
is not generally a problem in Anoka County except in the City of Lino Lakes, City of St.
Francis, and Burns Township. Provisions, such as perforated pipe, shall be included for the
pickup and disposal of irrigation water where necessary.
4) The Department will not allow an open cut for installation or maintenance of irrigation
piping within three years after construction or reconstruction of the road, so consideration
should be given to installing irrigation piping within a sleeve for roadway crossings.
Maintenance and repair of the irrigation system is the responsibility of the owner.
• Landscaping/Streetscaping
1) Roadway geometrics and driver sight distances shall be considered when installing landscape
items. A report indicating adequate sight distances has been maintained is required for all
access points along the projects. The report should consider all elements obstructing a
driver's vision such as trees, shrubs, plantings/planters, structures, etc.
2) Any loose landscaping material, such as bark, must have an adequate means of containment
that will prevent the material from spilling onto the roadway or sidewalk/trail. The
Municipality shall be responsible for maintaining such material, if installed, and for
removing the material from the roadway or sidewalk/trail if the material spills onto those
surfaces. Loose landscape rock is not permitted within Anoka County's right-of-way because
of problems caused during mowing, with rocks on the roadway, vandalism, etc.
3) The Municipality has the responsibility to trim all plantings and to maintain required sight
distances and lines.
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
4) The Department's responsibility for landscape/streetscape restoration, after any County
activity, shall be limited to topsoil, sod or seed. Restoration of specialty
landscape/streetscape items, sidewalks and plantings shall be the responsibility of the City.
5) The Department prefers traffic control signage to be located between the sidewalk and curb
in urban areas. Landscape/streetscape should not obstruct the view of signage.
6) Landscape/streetscape should make allowances for placement of future expansion of utilities
within the right-of-way. Landscaping following the installation of utilities shall be replaced.
The City shall be responsible to follow up on restoration with individual utilities.
7) Traffic control during maintenance of landscaping shall comply with MMUTCD for traffic
control. Maintenance shall be done between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or after
7:00 p.m. and before sunset.
• Medians
1) In urban type construction, the Department will provide a concrete median finished as a
broomed surface similar to standard walk at no cost to the Municipality. In rural areas either
concrete medians, sod or seeded medians will be provided at no cost to the Municipality.
2) The Department will provide special hard surfacing as requested by the Municipality(s)
involved, which will be bid as an alternate to standard concrete median. This will be done
under the following conditions:
a) The Municipality must identify the alternates desired in writing to the Department.
b) The alternate cross section and special provision must be supplied in writing to the
Department by the Municipality.
C) The alternate design must be submitted to the Department early in the design process
and will not be added to the plans late in the design process. (This is to prevent major
plan revision due to special median width dimensions.)
d) The Municipality must agree to maintain the alternate system from April 15 to
November 1.
e) The Municipality shall provide proper traffic control in accordance with MMUTCD
of the Uniform Manual on Traffic Control.
f) Alternates under this section shall be hard surfaced such as:
1) brick pavers
2) stamped colored concrete
3) exposed aggregate concrete
4) other alternates will be evaluated on a case by case basis
3) The Department can supply typical design standards for raised and depressed medians.
Median drainage is a concern of the Department and should be discussed with the County
Engineer. The Department's guideline does not allow planting trees within the median unless
there is the minimum operational clear zone for the posted speed limit in both directions (see
Operational Clear Zone).
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
4) The Department will include plantings in median areas wider than 10 feet under the
following conditions:
a) Any hard surfacing behind the curb shall add to the minimum width of medians
where plantings will be allowed. For example, if there are 2 feet of hard surface
behind the curb on each side, the minimum median width will be 2 feet + 2 feet + 10
feet or 14 feet.
b) The Municipality shall pay for the design of the plantings, which will be
accomplished by a consultant under the direction of the Department. The fee charged
by the consultant shall be passed through to the Municipality as part of the joint
powers agreement.
5) Plantings, in medians, including raised planting beds, shall not be higher than 3 feet from the
bottom of the lowest adjacent curb gutter line, however, sight lines must still be maintained.
Medians may be depressed up to two feet to allow for plantings. Plantings should be kept as
far back from the face of curb possible to minimize disturbance due to snow plowing (see
also Irrigation). If the Municipality proceeds with placing plantings within Anoka County
right-of-way, then the Municipality has the responsibility to trim plantings to maintain sight
lines.
6) The Municipality(s) shall be responsible to maintain all medians in which there are plantings
from April 15 to November 1 of each year.
7) The Municipality(s) shall provide proper traffic control on accordance with Appendix B of
the Uniform Manual on Traffic Control. Maintenance shall be done between the hours of
9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or between 7:00 p.m. and sunset.
8) If the Municipality(s) does not comply with this policy, the Department at anytime may
remove all plantings and install hard surfacing in its place.
• Noise Walls
1) Minnesota Statutes 116.07 Subdivision 2a exempts roadways under County jurisdiction from
the State Noise Standards unless the roadway has full access control. The Department will
not provide noise walls on these types of roadways. However, the City may provide noise
walls at their option if they meet the following conditions:
a) Additional right-of-way must be acquired if the right-of-way is less than 200' in width
(100' on each side of centerline) where noise walls are to be installed.
b) Noise walls must be of type and style approved in advance by the Department and
must be located 98' from the centerline of the roadway.
C) The City shall pay for 100% of the construction and maintenance of noise walls.
d) As an option to noise walls, see the section on berms.
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
e) Roadway geometrics and driver sight distances shall be considered when installing
noise walls. A report indicating adequate sight distances has been maintained is
required for all access points along the noise walls. The report should consider all
elements obstructing a driver's vision such as trees, shrubs, plantings/planters,
structures, etc.
• Operational Clear Zone
1) To facilitate the safe operations and maintenance of a roadway facility, an operational clear
zone is required. Encroachment into the operational clear zone causes safety and
maintenance concerns.
2) The Department standard provides an operational clear zone of 6 feet from the face of curb
where authorized -posted speeds are 35 miles per hour (MPH) or less. For speeds greater than
35 MPH up to and including 40 MPH, the Department standard provides a 10 foot
operational clear zone. The required operational clear zone for speeds greater than 40 MPH
shall be analyzed on an individual basis by the Department, but in no case will it be less than
10 feet. The clear zone will be determined by use of State Aid Rule 8820.9920 for rural
sections, State Aid Rule 8820.9936 for urban sections and Mn/DOT Road Design Manual
Chapter 4 Sections 4-6.04 through 4-6.05 latest revisions. The maximum clear zone shall be
the one used for landscaping projects.
• Right -of -Way
1) Landscape/streetscape items within the County's right-of-way are reserved for the public and
owned by the Municipality. The Department does not allow private enhancements within the
County's right-of-way.
• Sidewalks
1) The Department recommends a sidewalk with a minimum 5 foot width, and prefers the
sidewalk to be placed 10 feet from the face of curb to accommodate snow storage, in no case
will the sidewalk be moved closer than 10 feet from the face of the curb to accommodate
plantings within the right-of-way.
• Signals, Sipping and Other Traffic Control Devices
1) All traffic control devices shall comply with MMUTCD.
2) For urban cross sections, the Department recommends traffic signs be placed at least 6 feet
from the face of curb to the edge of sign. The location of utilities should be considered with
regard to future sign placement. In areas where there is no sidewalk, clearance to the signage
should be at least 6 feet from the curb or edge of shoulder to allow for maintenance and
compliance with the MMUTCD.
3) Landscape/streetscape shall not obstruct the view of signage.
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
4) Traffic signals shall have the Department standard type and color. Any other color scheme
requires prior review and approval by the Department and requires the Municipality to
maintain the paint system at no cost to the Department. Lead based paint shall not be used.
Paint must comply with current Mn/DOT specifications. Internally illuminated street signs
shall be designed, paid for, and maintained by the City and must comply with the MMUTCD.
• Snow Storage
1) The Department requires minimum operational clear zones for safety, signs and snow storage
along the side of the road based on the posted speed limit. The requirement of an operational
clear zone for snow storage allows the Department to efficiently clear roads of snow and help
maintain the road's traffic carrying capacity. Inadequate snow storage will reduce lane
widths, adversely affect traffic handling capacity of the road and prevent trucks from using
the partially blocked traffic lane. Roads that are not cleared of snow along the curb to the
storm drain can also cause drainage problems when the snow melts.
2) The Department may require that the Municipality obtain an additional easement if there is
inadequate snow storage available within the right-of-way as a result of landscape/streetscape
structure placement. In areas where landscape/streetscape structures cause inadequate room
to store snow off the road, the Municipality will be required to either move or haul away the
snow (see Introduction for legal liability and maintenance requirements).
• Street Lighting
1) All street lighting on the county highway system is the responsibility of the Municipality.
Street lighting must be functional and meet appropriate standards for illumination. Special
consideration should be given to eliminating glare and shadows. Questions on street lighting
should be referred to the County Engineer.
• Trees
1) Trees, in general, can obstruct the view of traffic signs and signals. Trees also prevent the
sun from melting frost, snow and ice during the winter months. Prior to the placement of any
tree, sight lines and shade patterns should be evaluated, that include consideration for fully
mature trees and their canopies.
2) The Department standard does not allow the planting of trees on County right-of-way within
the operational clear zone (see Operational Clear Zone).
3) Planting coniferous trees is discouraged within County's right-of-way. Coniferous trees
provide too much shade when located on the southwest and east sides of a roadway and act
as a snow fence which tends to blocks the driving lanes when located on the north and west
sides of a roadway.
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LANDSCAPE/STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES
June 2000
4) Tree grates in sidewalks or paved areas, unless properly installed and maintained, can be a
hazard to pedestrians, people with disabilities, and snow removal operations, etc. The
Municipality assumes all liability for the placement of any tree grates or other obstacles
within the County's right-of-way.
5) Irrigation, if deemed necessary, should be limited to a trickle type system (see Irrigation).
6) The Department does not contribute to the replacement of any landscape/streetscape
alteration as a result of any highway maintenance, modification or utility work.
• Utilities
1) Underground utilities that do not extend above the surface may be placed within the
Department's operational clear zone. Above ground utilities, however, should be placed
outside the Department's operational clear zone.
PERMITS
The Department's Permit Office shall be informed of and shall issue a permit for all construction
activities or maintenance work within or affecting the County's road right-of-way. Prior to the start
of work, the City shall apply for a permit on the form supplied by the Department. The application
shall include a traffic control plan, hours of operation and any other information requested by the
Department. Prior to beginning any work, the Department must approve traffic Control Plans and
time of work. (Example: Parking in a traffic lane during rush hour is not allowed).
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DATE: 29 -Aug -18
WE ARE PLEASED TO PRESENT THE FOLLOWING BID: FURNISHED AND
INSTALLED AS PER SPECIFICATIONS WITH ALL MINNESOTA STATE SALES
PROJECT NAME: Bunker Lake Blvd Median Irrigation
PROJECT LOCATION: Andover. MN
ESTIMATOR: Jeff Sutter
SECTION BID: Irrigation System
Install Drip Irrigation into Center Medians of Bumker Lake Blvd from Martin to Quinn St and
Quinn St to Crosstown.
22,988.00 Base Bid (if boring new sleeves IS necessary)
20,690.00 Base Bid (if boring new sleeves IS NOT necessary)
NOTES:
1) Connect to existing irrigation system at Martin St
2) Existing control wire to existing irrigation controller to be in working order
3) Private utilities in the work area to be located by others per Gopher One Call parameters
4) Boring new sleeves under road crossings will not be necessary if existing sleeving can be found
SIGNED: Accepted By:
Jeff Sutter
Date:
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: President and Commissioners
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Direct
FROM: Joe Janish, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Review Commercial Project Activity
DATE: October 16, 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.
• Karate School, 15190 Bluebird St NW, Suite 112 — The tenant space previously
occupied by a tanning salon is being remodeled to provide for a karate school.
Building permit has been issued and opening is pending final inspection.
• Walmart Front End Pickup Remodel, 1851 Bunker Lake Blvd NW -- Walmart is
remodeling the front end/cashiering area of the store to provide for racking and online
order grocery pick-up.
• McDonalds Interior Remodeling/Renovation, 15232 Bluebird Street NW — A
scheduled renovation is permitted and underway, majority of work is occurring in the
customer dining area and includes new tables, seating and interior finishes.
• McDonalds Interior Remodeling/Renovation, 13731 Round Lake Blvd NW —A
scheduled renovation is in application for permit, the majority of work is occurring in
the customer dining area and includes new tables, seating and interior finishes.
• 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. City staff was able to
negotiate no charges for SAC units saving the owner around $25,000.
• 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.
Footings are in. 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. The owner
provided a commercial site plan that has been reviewed. The owner is currently working with his
Engineer on comments. The owner did express frustration with some of the comments due to
code requirements.
• Hearth Development, 1714 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW — Is under construction.
• 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. The adjustments have
caused for storm water requirements to be met at this time.
• Andover High School, 2018 Additions and Renovations — Construction is in process. The
project has a value expected around $11.9 million -dollar project. All demolition work is
complete. Footing and foundation work is about 80% complete. West wall is started and will be
the 2 story area for science classrooms.
• Estates at Arbor Oaks / Trident Development, 1753 156`h 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.
• Crosstown Square, 13632 Crosstown Blvd. NW — Staff was contacted by the property owner
and informed that one of the spaces will be available at the beginning of 2019. The property
owner pointed out that Andover City Code only allows for 6 square feet for advertising rental
space and noted that many places allow more.
• Interest in Hughes Industrial Park — Interest in the area has quieted down.
• Overall marketing - City Staff continue to work with parties interested in investing in Andover
and marketing all commercial sites.
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