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ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - March 8, 1990
MINUTES
The regular meeting of the Andover Economic Development Committee
was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Councilman Michael Knight at
the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard, Andover,
Minnesota.
Members Present: Michael Knight, Gregg Kroll, Becky Pease, Lon
Helgemo, Don Jacobson, Tom Gerster, Howard
Neissen
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Others Present: Jay Blake
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Andover Economic Development Committee reviewed and approved
the minutes as presented.
() M and S Sheetrock Building, Discussion
Jay Blake introduced Ralph Duerr, designer for the M and S
Sheetrock building. Discussion turned to the construction
standards established in Ordinance 78 and the protective covenants
that are part of the lot purchase agreement.
Mr. Duerr explained that he was working with a tight budget and
that the purchaser was very anxious to complete the process. The
Committee was concerned with potential problems with the
appearance of the building and that it looks too much like a pole
structure.
Staff explained that the building must be structurally and
aesthetic equivalent to a concrete building.
Chairman Knight suggested that the item be referred to the City
Council with the concerns of the committee being the appearance of
the building and potential problems with too many metal buildings
in the commercial park. Committee member Jacobson asked if the
City could place a limit on the number of metal buildings within
the Commercial park.
Staff was directed to bring the item to the City Council at their
March 20, 1990 meeting.
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Blueline Collision Lot Purchase
Staff presented information on the possible lot sale to Blueline
Collision (Lot 2, Block 2). Mr. Duerr, who is also working with
Mr. Haugland on this building presented the drawings of the
building. The Committee generally liked the appearance of the
structure, yet was still concerned over the use of metal siding as
a main feature of three of the elevations.
The Committee agreed that this should be forwarded to the Council
with the M and S Sheetrock building.
Several Committee members were concerned over the screening of the
rear storage lots and asked if an alternate lot was available.
Staff stated that the applicant has expressed a desire to have a
larger lot and that options were limited. Lot 3, Block 3 might
also meet the Blueline Collision needs.
Staff reported that a Special Use Permit was required for this
type of business. The committee strongly urged Mr. Haugland to
begin the process for obtaining an SUP, as it does take 6-8 weeks
minimum to complete. They also noted that the Planning Commission
and City Council may also add requirements that could bring the
cost of the building up significantly.
¡ Staff agreed to contact Mr. Haugland and begin the SUP process.
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MARKETING BROCHURE
Staff presented a finalized brochure for the Committee's review
and approval. The Committee asked for information on funding for
the brochure. Staff indicated that there were funds remaining in
the TIF district accounts for such a project and that funds were
in excess of the price quote from Blaine Printing.
The Committee recommended to the City Council that 5000 copies of
the promotional brochure be printed utilizing excess Tax Increment
Financing funds from both TIF districts.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Committee set the next meeting for March 8, 1989 at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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City Planner