HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 16, 2024
ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING–
APRIL 16, 2024 - MINUTES
The Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by President
Sheri Bukkila, April 16, 2024, 6:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard
NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners Present: Jamie Barthel, Ted Butler, Rick Engelhardt, Randy Nelson, Kari
Kafer and Greg Mueller
Commissioners Absent: None
Also present: EDA Executive Director, Jim Dickinson
Community Development Director, Joe Janish
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
March 19, 2024, Regular Meeting: Correct as written.
Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Nelson, to approve the minutes as written. Motion carried
unanimously.
JOINT PARKING FACILITIES DISCUSSION – GENERAL BUSINESS
Mr. Janish explained last month staff brought to the EDA a concept of a joint parking facility for
two businesses. He provided the criteria:
The building for which the application is being made shall be located within three
hundred feet of such parking facilities.
There shall be no substantial conflict in the principal operating hours of the two
buildings.
A properly drawn legal instrument executed by the parties, reviewed by the City
Attorney, and recorded with the County Recorder.
Mr. Janish stated the joint parking facility proposal would be reviewed by City Council and
provide comment.
Mr. Janish reviewed the area.
Commissioner Kafer asked if the city would put in a crosswalk. Mr. Dickinson replied the city
would put up a caution sign, not a crosswalk.
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The EDA direction to staff was to move forward encouraging the joint parking facility proposal.
REDEVELOPMENT UPDATES
Mr. Janish stated at the last EDA meeting the EDA provided direction to staff regarding rent
increases. Staff provided the EDA with some comparable rentals in the area.
The comparables were discussed.
Mr. Janish indicated staff is looking for direction from the EDA regarding rent increases for the
area.
EDA direction was for a $100.00 per month increase to each rental unit.
COMMERCIAL PROJECT ACTIVITY
Mr. Janish updated on the following:
Clocktower Commons, 15190 Bluebird Street – Staff have received interest in the last building
pad location for the possibility of two buildings with drive thru service.
Interest in Hughes Industrial Park – Staff continues to have occasional discussions with business
owners in the area on expansion. However, they tend to not carry through on the expansion due
to costs associated with sprinklers, septic systems, etc.
ABC Mini-Storage/T-Squared (self-storage), 13624 Hanson Boulevard – They have received
their certificate of occupancy, and the City has a $51,000 escrow to complete improvements on
the property.
Restaurants/Fast Food – Currently staff is aware of companies continuing to look for land to
locate to in Andover.
TCF Site – The parcel is back on the market.
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Aurora Vista, 7 Avenue and Bunker Lake Boulevard – The property is 60% leased.
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Andover Crossings, 7 Avenue and Bunker Lake Boulevard – Staff has met with a convenience
store looking at a 2-acre parcel. Their desire is to have a convenience store with fuel and also a
carwash. The convenience store and fuel will require a CUP and the carwash is not currently
allowed within the zoning district. It sounds as though they plan to request a code amendment to
allow for the carwash if the City Council agrees. Staff also met with the developer, and he is
interested in constructing a building with a drive thru at the “toe” of the development. If both
projects move forward the development would be built out.
Holasek Property (near City Hall) – The preliminary plat and PUD were approved by City
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Council. The applicants are continuing to work through the preliminary plat and commercial site
plan process.
Housing – 36 new home permits have been issued with 8 more in the review process.
Fields of Winslow Cove – City Council has approved the final plat for Fields of Winslow Cove
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2 Addition with 36 lots on the west side of Prairie Road. City Council has also approved a final
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plat for Fields of Winslow Cove 3 Addition application with another 109 lots. The utility plans
have been submitted for review.
Legacy at Petersen Farms – The final plat was recently released for recording purposes. Legacy
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at Petersen Farms 2 Addition was approved by City Council. Staff is currently reviewing
information related to the final plat. Vacation of easements within the final plat will occur on May
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7 and the final plat will be brought to City Council at that time.
Legacy Christian Academy – The Building Department has issued the Certificate of Occupancy
(CO) for the upper two levels. Waiting on a few items to provide a CO for the remaining portion.
Anoka County 911 and Radio Building - They are starting to install the floor for the call center.
Interior finishes are taking place.
Grace Lutheran Church, 13655 Round Lake Boulevard – Steel for the east addition has been
placed and the exterior framing has started. They also started on the interior of the sanctuary.
Andover Christian Church, 16045 Nightingale Street – Final inspections have started to take
place.
Kwik Trip, 1756 Bunker Lake Boulevard – The foundation for the new cooler and freezer has
been placed. Cooler/freezer was installed. Roofing to occur.
Overall Marketing – City staff continues to work with parties interested in investing in Andover
and marketing all commercial sites. Staff continues to work with Anoka County Regional
Economic Development (ACRED) on marketing of the community and Anoka County.
OTHER BUSINESS
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
was adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Hartner, Recording Secretary