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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 21, 2024 ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING– MAY 21, 2024 - MINUTES The Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by President Sheri Bukkila, May 21, 2024, 6:02 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Jamie Barthel, Ted Butler, Randy Nelson (arrived at 6:03 p.m.), and Kari Kafer Commissioners Absent: Rick Engelhardt and Greg Mueller Also present: EDA Executive Director, Jim Dickinson Community Development Director, Joe Janish APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 16, 2024, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. Motion by Kafer, Seconded by Barthel, to approve the minutes as written. Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSS/APPROVE PURCHASE AGREEMENT Mr. Dickinson indicated the property at 2641 Bunker Lake Boulevard, which is located in the targeted redevelopment area has been negotiated within the parameters set by the EDA and a Purchase Agreement is before the EDA for possible approval. Mr. Dickinson stated the sellers have signed the Purchase Agreement. Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler, approving the Purchase Agreement for 2461 Bunker Lake Boulevard. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Kafer left the meeting at 6:05 p.m. ST 2975 161 AVENUE NW CONCEPT DISCUSSION Mr. Janish stated there are representatives from Best Outdoors present for the discussion. He st indicated in the staff report the concept is contractor condos for 2975 161 Avenue is broken down into phases. Mr. Janish reviewed the phases. Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes – May 21, 2024 Page 2 Brandon Rossmeisl, Best Outdoors stated the buildings would be condos to rent for businesses. For example, a small contractor that needs a place to store their construction equipment. Mr. Janish asked if the EDA has interest in this type of project in the City, if so then staff would continue to work with the applicants. Commissioner Barthel asked if each unit would have office space. Mr. Rossmeisl replied each unit would have the ability to have a bathroom and an office. President Bukkila asked where this concept falls within the City Code. Mr. Janish replied each building would have a fire suppression system and private septic. There could be some level of code amendments with this project. President Bukkila indicated she has reservations on the units being sold versus rental units. She is also concerned about crime issues. Mr. Rossmeisl stated as the owner ideally, he would prefer to keep the units as rentals however by selling units it would keep funding the development. Commissioner Butler asked the size of each unit. Mr. Janish answered 24x50, eight units per building. Commissioner Butler shared he has the same concerns as President Bukkila regarding uses in the units and also the units turning into a mini-storage. Mr. Rossmeisl stated he does not want it to become a mini storage as well. Commissioner Nelson asked what the property is zoned. Mr. Janish answered the Comprehensive Plan shows it as industrial, however any use of the property would require an Interim Use Permit (IUP). Commissioner Barther indicated he is open to the concept and would like the road to connect to the cul-de-sac. President Bukkila recapped the EDA is interested in the concept but has concerns in use and what will be put into place to control the use of the units. Mr. Janish asked if the EDA is interested in phases of the concept. President Bukkila and Commissioner Barthel are not interested in phases. President Bukkila suggested to start building from the street side back. Commissioners Barthel and Butler agreed. REDEVELOPMENT UPDATES Mr. Dickinson asked if the EDA is interested in planning for a redevelopment of Downtown Center Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes – May 21, 2024 Page 3 as a mixed-use concept. The EDA is not interested in the concept. COMMERCIAL PROJECT ACTIVITY Mr. Janish updated on the following: Clocktower Commons, 15190 Bluebird Street – City Council approved PUD amendment to allow for two buildings with drive up windows. Staff continues to work through the commercial site nd plan process with the applicant. They have seen the 2 review comments from the City, staff is expecting a revision to be submitted. th TE Connectivity Building, 1711 139 Lane – PEM (Power Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc.) has purchased the TE Connectivity building. PEM designs and produces electric actuators and controls. In July the company is relocating from Blaine. 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. th Aurora Vista, 7 Avenue and Bunker Lake Boulevard – The property is 60% leased. th 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 Council. The applicants are continuing to work through the preliminary plat and commercial site plan process. Housing – 46 new home permits have been issued. Fields of Winslow Cove – City Council has approved the final plat for Fields of Winslow Cove Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes – May 21, 2024 Page 4 nd 2 Addition with 36 lots on the west side of Prairie Road. City Council has also approved a final rd 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 nd 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. Legacy Christian Academy – Plan review is taking place for an interior remodel of the existing building. Anoka County 911 and Radio Building - Interior finishes are taking place. Grace Lutheran Church, 13655 Round Lake Boulevard – They started work on the new parking lot on the west addition. They have started sheet rocking this week on the east addition. Andover Christian Church, 16045 Nightingale Street – Permit has been issued for the fire damage that had taken place. Kwik Trip, 1756 Bunker Lake Boulevard – Cooler/freezer have been placed, working on framing the roof structure over the cooler/freezer. 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 Mr. Dickinson gave an update on the Silvercrest development. Mr. Dickinson asked if the EDA is interested in recommending reducing park dedication fees and/or in a tax abatement deal to assist the project. The EDA replied no to each request. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Michelle Hartner, Recording Secretary