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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
February 5, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order— 6:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes (January 2, 2019 Regular)
3. Entrance Monument Discussion
4. Depot Pond Signage Discussion
5. Commercial Updates
6. Redevelopment Updates (Verbal)
7. Other Business
8. 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 Author'
CC: Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
FROM: Michelle Harmer, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
DATE: February 5, 2019
INTRODUCTION
The following minutes were provided by Staff reviewed by Administration and submitted
for EDA approval:
January 2, 2019 Regular
DISCUSSION
The minutes are attached for your review.
ACTION REQUIRED
The EDA is requested to approve the above minutes.
Respectfully submitted,
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Michelle Hartner
Deputy City Clerk
Attach: Minutes
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6 ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTA UTHORITYMEETING-
7 JANUARY 2, 2019 - MINUTES
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10 The Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by President
11 Julie Trude, January 2, 2019, 6:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
12 Andover, Minnesota.
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14 Present: Commissioners Jamie Barthel, Sheri Bukkila (arrived at 6:07 p.m.)
15 Valerie Holthus, Mike Knight and Kari Kafer
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17 Absent: Commissioner Joyce Twistol
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19 Also present: EDA Executive Director, Jim Dickinson
20 Community Development Director, Joe Janish
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23 OATH OF OFFICE
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25 Mr. Dickinson administered the Oath of Office for new Commissioner Jamie Barthel.
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27 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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29 November 20, 2018, Regular Meeting: Correct as written.
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31 Motion by Knight, Seconded by Kafer, to approve the above minutes as written. Motion carried
32 5 ayes, 2 absent (Bukkila and,Twistol).
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34 ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS
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36 Mr. Dickinson indicated the current Andover EDA officers and staff appointments are as
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39 President — Julie Trude Term expires 1/4/21
40 Vice -President — Mike Knight Term expires 1/4/21
41 Secretary — Joyce Twistol Term expires 1/1/20
42 Treasurer — Valerie Holthus Term expires 1/2/23
43 Assistant Treasurer— Sheri Bukkila Term expires 1/4/21
44 Commissioner — Jamie Barthel Term expires 1/2/23
45 Resident Commissioner—Kari Kafer Term expires 1/1/20
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48 Executive Director — Jim Dickinson
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes — danuary 2, 2019
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1 Recording Secretary — Michelle Harmer
2 Staff Support — Joe Janish
4 President Trude suggested titles for Commissioner Barthel and Mr. Janish be changed to
5 Assistant Secretary and Assistant Executive Director.
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7 Motion by Trude, Seconded by Holthus, to appoint EDA Officers and Staff for 2019:
8 President — Julie Trude, Vice President — Mike Knight, Secretary — Joyce Twistol, Treasurer —
9 Valerie Holthus, Assistant Treasurer — Sheri Bukkila, Assistant Secretary — Jamie Barthel,
10 Resident Commissioner — Kari Kafer, Executive Director — Jim Dickinson, Recording Secretary
11 — Michelle Harmer, Assistant Executive Director — Joe Janish. Motion carried 5 ayes, 2 absent
12 (Bukkila and Twistol).
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14 DISCUSS DEPOT POND SIGNAGE
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16 Mr. Janish reviewed how the EDA had approved a sign to be placed at Depot Pond in Andover
17 Station. A temporary banner was put up and was removed by an unknown individual two
18 months later. EDA had requested a permanent sign be placed at the location. Mr. Janish
19 continued that staff approached the City Sign Department. The Sign Department put together
20 some sample signs that are in the EDA meeting packet. Staff is looking for direction from the
21 EDA.
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23 Commissioner Bukkila arrived at 6:07 p.m.
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25 Mr. Janish reviewed the sign samples provided by the City Sign Department.
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27 President Trude indicated she liked the white lettering with the dark background that was on the
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30 Commissioner Kafer stated she prefers the circle with the Andover Station circle verses the circle
31 with the trees. She feels the tress are more related to parks.
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33 Commissioner Barthel stated he feels the sign should stay consistent to the other signs in the
34 City, if you don't have consistency you lose the message.
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36 Commissioner Bukkila stated with the Andover Station logo circle she feels it is presenting itself
37 as a business sign rather than a city sign.
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39 Commissioner Holthus indicated she would like to see a more modern sign. She suggested
40 putting the Andover "A" logo in the circle.
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42 President Trude reviewed the City owned property in Andover Station.
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44 The EDA agreed the words economic development authority on the sign needs to be removed
45 and would like to see clean lettering.
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Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes —January 2, 2019
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President Trude suggested staff search online for a caboose to buy for the Andover Station area.
Commissioner Kafer asked about putting a sign there with the history of the area on it. President
Trude answered there is a plan to put a separate sign in the area with the history of Andover
Station.
The EDA directed staff to have a few samples brought to a future meeting with the changes that
were suggested.
REDEVELOPMENT
Mr. Janish reviewed the Bunker Lake Boulevard redevelopment area.
Mr. Dickinson stated staff continues to contact property owners in the area. The funds to be used
in the area are set a side and can only be used for redevelopment.
Commissioner Barthel asked if there is a timeframe goal for the area. Mr. Dickinson replied
basically it is when you can acquire the properties from willing sellers.
The area was discussed.
Mr. Dickinson stated staff continues to monitor the area.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Janish stated there is a ribbon cutting ceremony at FedEx 1851 Bunker Lake Boulevard
Friday January 4"', 2019 at 10:00 a.m. He will send the information via email to the EDA
members.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Bukkila, Seconded by Knight to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 6:53 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
SUBJECT: Entrance Monument Discussion
DATE: February 5, 2019
INTRODUCTION
The City of Andover EDA discussed the possibility of Entrance Monuments to the community in
locations in which none are now and a possible upgrade to an existing sign.
Talking with the vendor that provided the last few signs for the community a rough estimate is for a sign
similar to Round Lake Blvd. (electricity to location is separate for lighting) is around $10,000. For an
electronic messaging sign (ECM) similar to Crosstown Blvd. and Bunker Lake Blvd. it would be around
$27,000 (electricity to location is separate).
Proposed 133' and Hanson Sian
This location had been discussed several years ago as concerns related to sight triangles and interference
with drivers at the intersection of Bunker Lake Blvd. and Hanson Blvd. existed by the Anoka County
Highway Department. Staff has evaluated the location and it appears as though the location may be
suitable. The EDA should consider the type of sign (ECM or Standard) and staff can provide additional
information and more formal pricing for this location if desired.
Proposed CR 7 and Bunker Lake Blvd. Sian
City staff have been in contact with a developer who has a purchase agreement on the Sonsteby Property.
It is staffs understanding that a Monument Entrance Sign has been desired in this location. Staff is
looking for direction from the EDA on the type of sign (ECM or Standard). The Developer also question
if the monument sign could be incorporated into a development sign as well. Direction from the EDA
will allow staff to inform the developer the type of sign.
Existing Bunker Lake Blvd. (Ham Lake Border) Sian
To get electricity to this location to light the sign at night we have an estimate of $2,800 - $3,300. Staff is
looking for authorization to proceed if that is the desire of the EDA.
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• Existing Signs
• Aerial Photo's of potential/existing locations
Round Lake Blvd. Sign (Standard)
Crosstown Blvd. and Bunker Lake Blvd. Sign (ECM)
Proposed 133' and Hanson Blvd. Sign
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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: Depot Pond Signage
DATE: February 5, 2019
During the January 3, 2019 EDA meeting the EDA provided direction to staff to continue to work with
City Staff on signage for Depot Pond. Staff relayed comments from the EDA to staff and has provided
the draft signage created at the meeting and also some additional options from the Sign Department.
DISCUSSION
Staff is again looking for direction on the signage and will have the color samples available for the
meeting.
R ct�mitted,
Joe Janish
Attachments:
• EDA Sign Drafted at meeting
• Sign Department Drafts
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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: February 5, 2019
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 -1 tenant space remains
• Karate School, 15190 Bluebird St NW, Suite 112 — Open for business
• Walmart Front End Pickup Remodel, 1851 Bunker Lake Blvd NW -- Complete.
Discussions have occurred about providing a cover for area to load cars.
• FedEx/Walmart Tenant Build Out, 1851 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW —Complete.
• 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. This is on
hold by the property owner until fall of 2019.
• 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. This is
complete.
• Domino's Pizza, 2256 Bunker Lake Blvd. — This project is complete and CO has been issued.
• 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. This is complete with a few small items remaining to be
completed.
• Jon Smith Subs, 15190 Bluebird St NW, Suite 107 — A building permit has been issued for
remodeling of the tenant space previously occupied by Keomawny Asian Cuisine to become Jon
Smith Subs. The owner is waiting for some kitchen equipment to be installed.
• 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.
• Hearth Development, 1714 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW — Fitaholic is open and two tenant spaces
remain to be leased.
• 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. The second floor classrooms
concrete has been poured and framing of the cafeteria addition is underway.
• Estates at Arbor Oaks / Trident Development, 1753 156" Lane NW — In process of renting
out units. They currently are 75% full. Three additional move -ins are expected by March I"
putting them at 80% occupied. 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.
• Interest in Hughes Industrial Park — Interest in the area has quieted down. A few properties are
being marketed in the area.
• Legacy Christian Academy, 3037 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW — The plans call for classrooms to
replace the portables that had been removed.
• MilkMoms 13783 Ibis Street NW, Suite 200 — Interior remodeling nearly complete.
• Andover PW Maintenance Building, 1900 Veterans Memorial Blvd. — Staff will bring
forward a recommended bid package to City Council on February 51.
• Andover Community Center, 15200 Hanson Blvd. NW — Staff has been directed to work on
bid packages with alternates.
• Beberg Landscaping — City Council will consider a CUP for additional Mini -storage on a
portion of this location on February 51.
• Overall marketing - City Staff continue to work with parties interested in investing in Andover
and marketing all commercial sites.
• Restaurants/Fast Food — Currently staff is aware of companies continuing to look for land to
locate in Andover.
Re c lly s itted
Joe Janish