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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
December 2, 2008
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes (11/18/08 Regular Mtg., 11/18/08 Closed Session)
3. Review Andover Station Design Guidelines (for Outdoor Displays)
4. Parkside at Andover Station (Purchase Agreement Negotiations)
5. Discuss Proposed Communication Site Lease - Andover Station North
6. TIF Project Discussion
7. Purchase Agreement/Letter of Intent/Progress Review
8. Other Business
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, .. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 .. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
December 2, 2008
6:00 p.m.
Conference Rooms A & B
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes (11/18/08 Regular Mtg., 11/18/08 Closed Session)
3. Review Andover Station Design Guidelines (for Outdoor Displays)
4. Parkside at Andover Station (Purchase Agreement Negotiations)
5. Discuss Proposed Communication Site Lease - Andover Station North
6. TIF Project Discussion
7. Purchase Agreement/Letter ofIntent/Progress Review
8. Other Business
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
TO: Economic Development Authority ~
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: Michelle Hartner, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
The following minutes were provided by staff for approval by the EDA:
November 18,2008 Regular Meeting
November 18,2008 Closed Meeting
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 DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
7 NOVEMBER 18,2008 - MINUTES
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9
10 A Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by Vice President
11 Trude, November 18,2008,6:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
12 Andover, Minnesota.
13
14 Present: President Mike Gamache, Commissioners Mike Knight, Ken
15 Orttel, Julie Trude, Don Jacobson and Voting Resident Member
16 Joyce Twistol
17 Absent: Voting Resident Member Robert Nowak
18 Also present: Executive Director, Jim Dickinson
19 Community Development Director, Will Neumeister
20 Council Member Elect, Sheri Bukkila
21 Others
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23
24 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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26 October 7, 2008 Regular Meeting: Correct as written.
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28 Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, approval of the minutes as written. Motion carried
29 unanimously.
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31 APPROVE LMCIT LIABILITY COVERAGE
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33 Mr. Dickinson stated that this is an annual item. The main reason that the EDA has a policy is to
34 provide some limits outside of the City because of our extensive development activity in the
35 Andover Station North and South areas.
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37 Mr. Dickinson stated this is the fifth year he has brought this item to the EDA for coverage. He
38 is identifying that we accept the monetary limits as set forth by the state statute. The EDA has
39 adopted this in the past years and he recommends the EDA do so again.
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41 Motion by Jacobson, seconded by Orttel, to not waive the monetary limits, approve LMCIT
42 Liability Coverage. Motion carried unanimously.
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44 2009 EDA BUDGET REVIEW
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46 Mr. Dickinson stated the EDA is technically a separate entity from the City of Andover. The
47 City would like to see a recommendation from this board to the City Council for adoption of the
48 EDA Special Revenue Fund.
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes - November 18, 2008
Page 2
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2 Mr. Dickinson provided other information to the EDA members, including, tax increment,
3 project, community center construction funds (capital project funds), TIF Bond Debt Service
4 funds, and Community Center Debt Service funds.
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6 Mr. Dickinson stated a budget request of$166,000 for revenue. It is tax incremental
7 administration revenue and the City has the ability to go up to 10% of the administration of all
8 the TIF District revenues that come in. The City charges less than that.
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10 Mr. Dickinson stated in 2009, the City is forcasting an intracity labor allocation of $90,000
11 expenditure, relative to salary. Allocation comes from a percent of various salaries that dedicate
12 time to the EDA.
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14 Mr. Dickinson stated that other expenditures are based on history. There is one line item, Annual
15 Dues & Licenses, that the City budgeted some funds for the EDA to participate in any outside
16 activities. For the most part, a residual budget from when the EDA was part of Anoka County
17 Partners.
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19 Commissioner Jacobson asked how much is in the fund now.
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21 Mr. Dickinson stated $16,000. It was the EDA contribution to the Anoka County Partners, which
22 dissolved last year. These funds are for potential partnership opportunities in 2009. If the EDA
23 does not use it, the funds will roll into fund balance and then we have the ability to reduce it next
24 year. It is a reserve amount.
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26 Commissioner Trude asked if the EDA could allocate a portion of the chamber dues to that fund.
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28 Mr. Dickinson stated that currently the chamber dues are in that fund.
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30 Commissioner Orttel asked which line item will the chamber dues go to.
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32 Mr. Dickinson stated that it will be the dues line item in the EDA budget.
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34 Mr. Dickinson stated that there is $11,000 for Contractual Services, which is the City's
35 contributions towards landscaping improvements and maintenance in the Andover Station Area.
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37 Commissioner Trude asked if the City still had banners to attach to the light fixtures at Andover
38 Station. She asked if the EDA can use some ofthe funds for that next year.
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40 Mr. Dickinson stated that they could use those funds.
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42 President Gamache stated he would like staff to look for banners that would be compatible with
43 our current poles at Andover Station.
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Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes - November 18, 2008
Page 3
1 The EDA members expressed interest in looking for seasonal banners for the area.
2 Commissioner Trude stated that United Properties gave $25,000 for land near Walgreens for
3 public improvements. She asked if that is in a special fund.
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5 Mr. Dickinson stated that it is in a fund balance.
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7 Commissioner Trude stated she would like to see a separate line in the budget for that. She
8 expressed that it is very important to make use of that money. The businesses in the area are
9 expecting some form of specific area identification.
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11 Mr. Dickinson stated they can show a designation in the budget for that amount.
12
13 Motion by Orttel, seconded by Gamache, approve 2009 EDA Budget Review. Motion carried
14 unanimously.
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16 TIF DISTRICT CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
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18 Mr. Dickinson reviewed TIF District 1-1 and 1-2 with the EDA members.
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20 Commissioner Orttel asked what the parameters were for TIF District 1 & 2.
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22 Mr. Dickinson stated TIF District 1-1, is the Downtown Center Area, and 1-2 is the Andover
23 Station Area.
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25 Mr. Dickinson stated the Debt Service Requirement is the EDA obligation with the TIF District
26 for all the bonds that were issued. The EDA has provided for 105% of debt services. Also, there
27 are some assessments for the Jay Street Project which will come due in 2011,2012 & 2013.
28 EDA has tax increments coming in each year to cover the total debt, which is about $4.5 to $4.6
29 million.
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31 Commissioner Jacobson asked ifthe current economic situation today is going to have an affect
32 on these figures.
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34 Mr. Dickinson estimated a difference of 5% and explained that is why it is required to provide
35 105% debt coverage. These specific TIF Districts have not experienced a down shift in tax
36 payments.
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38 Mr. Dickinson explained that the EDA has a plan to pay for the debt. Relative to land sales,
39 Bruggeman is under contract with the City, other items we had under contract from 2006-2008,
40 have either closed or are forcasted to. The City is expecting to close with Bruggeman on
41 12-31-08 for an outstanding $119,000 note.
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43 Mr. Dickinson stated the excess TIF, based on homerun estimates in these two districts, would be
44 approximately $5.6 million.
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes - November 18, 2008
Page 4
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2 Commissioner Orttel asked what the EDA does with the excess TIF.
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4 Mr. Dickinson stated that if the EDA does not do a qualifying tax increment expense, those
5 dollars are then redistributed to the City, School District, and County.
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7 Mr. Dickinson stated that if the City does not sell anymore property and collect from Bruggeman,
8 the EDA will have approximately $2.4 million of excess TIF.
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10 President Gamache asked how soon does the EDA need to make a decision on what to pursue.
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12 Mr. Dickinson stated when the City officially decertifies is when those dollars get distributed. A
13 portion will go out in 2012 and another portion in 2014.
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15 Commissioner Orttel asked if it is to the EDA's advantage to find another project.
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17 Mr. Dickinson stated if the City didn't collect another dollar today going forward from anyone
18 and the City got our tax collections as they are, EDA will have an excess fund balance of
19 approximately $1 million. This is a recession proof TIF District.
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21 Mr. Dickinson stated the EDA will meet its obligations and next year the EDA could talk about
22 another project or wait.
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24 Mr. Dickinson suggested that if the EDA wanted to increase tax increment, they may want to
25 look at moving Lot 5 or Lot 6 in Andover Station. Another potential project would be the Kottke
26 parcel. Primarily with the TIF Budget, the EDA has opportunity to look at infrastructure
27 projects, not buying property.
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29 The EDA members discussed some different opportunities within the TIF Districts.
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31 President Gamache stated he would like to see City staff come up with potential future projects
32 for the EDA to look at in the future.
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34 Commissioner Trude requested a brainstorming session with staff and the EDA.
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36 Motion by Orttel, seconded by Jacobson to move to item seven on the agenda before beginning
37 the closed session. Motion carried unanimously.
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40 PURCHASE AGREEMENT/LETTER OF INTENT/PROGRESS REVIEW
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42 Mr. Neumeister updated the EDA on the following:
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44 Mr. T's Dry Cleaner - City staff continues to help with potential leads to Laura Heppner.
Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes - November 18, 2008
Page 5
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2 Blue Fin Pool & Spa - East wall is now up and parking lot is in place.
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4 Moose & Co. Grill House - Obtained a building permit on November 6th. They are hoping to
5 open by Spring.
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7 Office Development - City staff is advertising through the MSP & CoStar websites. New For
8 Sale signs made by the City's sign department are up and look great.
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10 Monument Sign - Electrician has been out to the site and should be ready by end of the week.
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12 Kwik Trip Convenience Store/Car Wash - Waiting for Eddy to find a place to move.
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14 Motion by Jacobson, seconded by Knight, to recess the meeting to a closed session to discuss the
15 Parkside at Andover Station Purchase Agreement Negotiations. Motion carried unanimously.
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17 EDA recessed at 6:42 p.m. to go to a closed session.
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19 The EDA returned from the closed session at 7:03 p.m.
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21 Motion by Jacobson, seconded by Knight to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
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23 Respectfully submitted,
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26 Anne Heppell, Recording Secretary
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923. WWW,CI,ANDOVER,MN,US
TO: EDA President and Board
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: Will Neumeister, Director of Community Development~
SUBJECT: Review Andover Station Design Guidelines (for Outdoor Displays)
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
At the last two EDA meetings, questions have arisen of what is allowed on the sidewalks outside of
stores in Andover Station. The design guidelines for Andover Station do not allow outside sales or
storage. A change of sort happened when the guidelines were revised on March 18, 2008 to allow a
seasonal greenhouse for Linders to locate in front of Festival Foods. For the last couple of years
Festival Foods has had flowers, pumpkins, Christmas wreaths, etc. at the front door on the sidewalk
nearly all year long. No enforcement action has ever been taken, as staff felt this was needed to help
this shopping center become more accepted by the customer base, and also there were no complaints
on this type of merchandizing. There will be a fairness issue if we take enforcement action against
some businesses but not all in this retail shopping area.
The reason the questions arose is because the new "Redbox" video rental and the propane tank
exchange cage located on the sidewalk in front of W algreens. Similar to the situation in front of
Festival, these types of outdoor vending machines provide a service to the residents ofthe community
and draw patrons into the vicinity. They really are not that obtrusive. Pertinent sections of the
standards/guidelines and photos are attached for your review.
The questions the EDA are requested to answer include:
. Does the EDA want to strictly enforce the guidelines?
. Does the EDA want to revise the guidelines to allow this to occur? Remember we need to be
fair to all businesses and treat them all equal.
ACTION REQUESTED
The EDA is asked to review the issue and provide staff direction on what is the desire of the EDA.
The choices are to allow the outdoor vending machines and sidewalk sales or to require their removal.
Respectfully submitted, I
Will Neumeister t-f/ci-
Attachment
Andover Station Design Guidelines
Recent Photos
Latest Changes to Guidelines (from March 18, 2008)
Andover Station Design Guidelines
Section 1.13 "Excluded Uses" shall mean the following uses and activities are prohibited within the
property:
. Contractors Yards
. Lumber Yards
. Home Improvement/Building Supply
. Permanent Garden/Landscape Center
. Auto Related Industries including sales and repair
. U sed Material Yard
. Permanent Exterior Storage and Sales
. Manufacture, storage or sale of explosives or similar dangerous products
. Trucking Terminal
. "Adult Uses" as regulated by City Ordinances
Changes were made to the following section that allow a temporary structure, but qualifies that
approval is needed by the EDA and City Council:
Section 2.07 Minimum Standards
. Temporary Structures No temporary building ~r other temporary structure shall be
permittcd on Qny lot; proyided, hovlcver, that Ttrailers, temporary construction buildings,
and the like shall be permitted for construction purposes during the period of construction
or alteration of a permanent building. Such structures shall be placed as inconspicuously
as practicable, shall cause no inconvenience to owners or other occupants of other lots,
and shall be removed not later than 30 days after the date of substantial completion for
beneficial occupancy of the building in connection with which the temporary structure
was used. Other temporary structures. such as seasonal e:reenhouses. shall be
allowed to be located on properties in Andover Station provided that they have been
reviewed and approved bv the Andover EDA. The EDA will determine whether
these types of temporary structures will be allowed. based on the following: Qualities:
- Compatible with the architecture of the surroundine: area.
- Location will not to adversely affect the traffic or parkine: needs of the
business.
- City Council approval of a Conditional Use Permit is obtained.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
TO: EDA President and Board
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
FROM: Will Neumeister, Director of Community Development ;;..;~,
SUBJECT: Review Andover Station Design Guidelines (for Outdoor Displays)
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
At the last two EDA meetings, questions have arisen of what is allowed on the sidewalks outside of
stores in Andover Station. The design guidelines for Andover Station do not allow outside sales or
storage. A change of sort happened when the guidelines were revised on March 18, 2008 to allow a
seasonal greenhouse for Linders to locate in front of Festival Foods. For the last couple of years
Festival Foods has had flowers, pumpkins, Christmas wreaths, etc. at the front door on the sidewalk
nearly all year long. No enforcement action has ever been taken, as staff felt this was needed to help
this shopping center become more accepted by the customer base, and also there were no complaints
on this type of merchandizing. There will be a fairness issue if we take enforcement action against
some businesses but not all in this retail shopping area.
The reason the questions arose is because the new "Redbox" video rental and the propane tank
exchange cage located on the sidewalk in front of W algreens. Similar to the situation in front of
Festival, these types of outdoor vending machines provide a service to the residents of the community
and draw patrons into the vicinity. They really are not that obtrusive. Pertinent sections of the
standards/guidelines and photos are attached for your review.
The questions the EDA are requested to answer include:
. Does the EDA want to strictly enforce the guidelines?
. Does the EDA want to revise the guidelines to allow this to occur? Remember we need to be
fair to all businesses and treat them all equal.
ACTION REQUESTED
The EDA is asked to review the issue and provide staff direction on what is the desire of the EDA.
The choices are to allow the outdoor vending machines and sidewalk sales or to require their removal.
Respectfully submitted, I
Will Neumeister ?f/:/-
Attachment
Andover Station Design Guidelines
Recent Photos
Latest Changes to Guidelines (from March 18, 2008)
Andover Station Design Guidelines
Section 1.13 "Excluded Uses" shall mean the following uses and activities are prohibited within the
property:
. Contractors Yards
. Lumber Yards
. Home Improvement/Building Supply
. Permanent Garden/Landscape Center
. Auto Related Industries including sales and repair
. U sed Material Yard
. Permanent Exterior Storage and Sales
. Manufacture, storage or sale of explosives or similar dangerous products
. Trucking Terminal
. "Adult Uses" as regulated by City Ordinances
Changes were made to the following section that allow a temporary structure, but qualifies that
approval is needed by the EDA and City Council:
Section 2.07 Minimum Standards
. Temporary Structures No temporary building ~r other temporary structure shall be
permitted on uny lot; provided, hO'..vever, that Ttrailers, temporary construction buildings,
and the like shall be permitted for construction purposes during the period of construction
or alteration of a permanent building. Such structures shall be placed as inconspicuously
as practicable, shall cause no inconvenience to owners or other occupants of other lots,
and shall be removed not later than 30 days after the date of substantial completion for
beneficial occupancy of the building in connection with which the temporary structure
was used. Other temporary structures, such as seasonal 2reenhouses, shall be
allowed to be located on properties in Andover Station provided that they have been
reviewed and approved by the Andover EDA. The EDA will determine whether
these types of temporary structures will be allowed, based on the followin2 qualities:
- Compatible with the architecture of the surroundin2 area.
- Location will not to adversely affect the traffic or parkin2 needs of the
business.
- City Council approval of a Conditional Use Permit is obtained.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
TO: President and Commissioners
FROM: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
SUBJECT: Parkside at Andover Station (purchase Agreement Negotiations)
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
The EDA has been approached by Bruggeman Homes to renegotiate the Parks ide at Andover Station
North agreements. This request was made in response to the struggling economy and housing market.
Staff has been meeting with Bruggeman representatives over the past few months and met recently during
a closed session with the EDA (November 18,2008) to secure direction on the negotiations.
DISCUSSION
Currently there are two outstanding notes the EDA is holding on the Parkside at Andover Station
Development.
$1,343,000 Maturity Date of June 16, 2010 @ 6% interest
$ 119.000 Maturity Date of Dec. 31, 2008 @ 6% interest
$1,462,000 Total Outstanding
Each of the notes has a payoff of $15,500 per unit if a property is closed on the land that the note is
recorded against. Based on payments received to date, Bruggeman has a release on 28 units. Attached is
a map that depicts the areas encumbered by each of the notes.
Relative to construction activity, 20 multi- family units have been completely constructed, one 8 unit
building has been shelled and two detached units have been completely constructed. Of the completely
constructed units, 16 have been closed.
As a result of the negotiations, Staff is recommending a combining of the two notes, an extension of the
maturity date to December 31,2012 and a reduction in the interest rate from 6% to 4.5%.
The Executive Director will describe in more detail the negotiations to date at the meeting.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receive a brief presentation from the Executive Director and discuss the merits of combining the two
current notes, modifYing the interest rate and extending the maturity dates to December 31,2012.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US
TO: President and Commissioners
FROM: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director
SUBJECT: Discuss Proposed Communication Site Lease - Andover Station North
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
The EDA has been approached by a site acquisition consultant for Verizon Wireless to have the EDA
consider the potential of a communication site lease at the Andover Station North Ball Field Complex.
That proposal is attached.
DISCUSSION
The proposal was brought before the Andover Review Committee (ARC) for review in November, the
conclusion of the ARC group was that the communication site was a reasonable request, although there
was some debate as to whether Verizon would really need the structure at the base of the tower to be that
large. Also it was determined that the bottom line was that the MPCA would need to be consulted since
they regulate the structures that could be placed in the proposed area adjacent to the WDE Landfill Site.
If a favorable comment was received from the MPCA, then staff would take it before the City EDA.
City Planner, Courtney Bednarz, since the ARC meeting, has made contact with the MPCA and the
MPCA has provided the following comment: "The building needs to be greater than 200 feet from the
waste footprint. We need more detail frorn the city regarding the location of the building relative to the
waste footprint. Or, the building could be set on supports so that air can pass underneath the floor."
Based on the MPCA comment being somewhat favorable, I now want the EDA to weigh in on the merits
of the attached proposal. If the EDA would like to consider the proposal, Staff would coordinate a site
visit with Verizon to firm up the proposal, start the City Conditional Use Permit process, and continue to
negotiate the lease arrangement.
ACTION REQUESTED
Receiye a brief presentation from the Executive Director and discuss the merits of considering a
communication site lease in the Andover Station North area.
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BUELL CONSUL TING, INC.
I~gent For Verizon Wireless"
122 East Golden Lake Lane, Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014
Office 763-784-5187 Fax 763-717-1962 EMAIL: Jn4wsr@aol.com
November 7, 2008 #
Jim Dickinson
Administrator, City of Andover
1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW
Andover, Minnesota 55304
RE: Application for a proposed communication site lease by Verizon Wireless on city property
located at Andover Station North.
Dear Jim,
I have been asked by Verizon Wireless to assist them in gaining the necessary approvals to
build a wireless antenna site for their telecommunication network. Verizon Wireless is looking
for a location in a specific area of Andover, Minnesota, upon which to construct an antenna site
for the purpose of improving wireless communications in the Andover area.
In my initial review of the area, Andover Station N and more specifically, the eastern most
stadium light pole, appears to meet their requirements. Verizon Wireless proposes to replace
the current light pole with a 75 foot pole that will structurally accomodate both the light array and
Verizon's antenna array located at the top. The radio and telephony equipment as well as a
back up power generator will be contained in a 12 ft by 30 ft (approx. 10ft in height) pre-cast
concrete, modular building placed on a poured concrete slab adjacent to the base of the new
light pole. The exterior of the equipment building is finished in a washed aggregate brown tone.
The lease area requested is 20' x 35', however that land size may be altered somewhat
depending on the specific situation. .
I have provided a general site location using an aerial photo, elevation diagram, shelter photo
and site photos (attachment 1-5) for your preliminary review. Should the city council find this
proposal in keeping with their plans for improving wireless communications within the city, a
detailed site drawing will be created for your approval. We would place the site so as not to
restrict any day to day operation of the activities at the ball fields.
Verizon Wireless would like the City's approval to enter into negotiations for this lease. Verizon
proposes to enter into a site lease for 25 years. This lease is structured as follows: The first five
years you will receive a monthly rental amount of $1000. Each succeeding five year period that
rent would increase by 15%. Example: 2nd five year period $1150, 3rd five year period $1323, 4th
five year renewal period at $1521 and the 5th five year renewal period would be at $1749 per
month.
Verizon Wireless will bring utilities, both electric and telephone, underground, to the site from
the nearest location. Upon approval of the plans, Verizon would improve the access drive to the
site using standards required by the city and capable of accommodating the equipment used to
construct the site. Any appropriate screening required will be accommodated and incorporated
into the site design.
Verizon Wireless' current plans are to have a site in this area operational in 2009. Please do not
hesitate to call me if you have questions or need more information.
Sincerely,
Jim Nelson
Jim Nelson
Buell Consulting, Inc.
763-784-5187 Office
763-717-1962 Fax
612-270-2022 Mobile
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 · (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER.MN,US
TO: EDA President and cnmmiSSioner~
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director,
FROM: Will Neumeister, Director of Community Development wi-
SUBJECT: TIP Project Discussion
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
At the last EDA meeting, staff presented a favorable TIF cash flow analysis. Based on that information the EDA
directed staff to provide potential projects that the projected (excess) TIP funds could be used for. This report will
provide a brief summary of potential projects that the EDA could consider undertaking.
DISCUSSION
Option 1-~ This option was discussed in 2002 and 2005 and would involve complete redevelopment ofthe 4-plex
area at Bunker and Crosstown Boulevard. Both times the EDA was not interested due to the high estimated net
cost ofthe project ($3.8 million) and it is expected the costs have risen with potential buyers of multifamily land
for redevelopment becoming more difficult to find.
Option 2 - Adopt a cost-sharing program to help upgrade the 4-plex area mentioned above. This would involved
.upgrading the outward appearances and work towards preventing any more unchecked degradation (i.e. painting,
lawn/landscaping upgrades, new pavement, addition of curbs and drainage, seal coating driveways, etc.). This is a
difficult project to estimate costs, and depends upon what exactly would be done.
Option 3 - The EDA could bring sewer and water into the 4-plex area which currently lacks both, and could cost
approx. $500,000.
Option 4 _ Reconstruction of a portion of the Bunker Lake Boulevard frontage road (if Kwik Trip buys out
Eddie's Auto Body). The EDA previously agreed to some cost sharing of a project with an estimated cost of
$320,000.
Option 3 - Work with the property owner at the NE corner of Bunker and Round Lake Boulevard to underwrite
some of the costs of bringing sewer and water to the edge of the property. The feasibility report showed costs
were $724,883 and that was higher than anticipated because of the poor soil that exists along the route of the
pipes. Helping to bring water and sewer to the edge of the property will likely help it to develop sooner.
Option 5 - Extend watermain to Hughs Industrial Park. Early in 2008, the engineer estimated it would cost
$962,308 to bring city watermain to this rural commercial/industrial area. This could help new development of
the area that has struggled the last three years to get someone interested in developing the private sewer and water
system. The district will soon expire unless some activity occurs.
ACTION REQUESTED
The EDA is requested to discuss the various options that have been presented and indicate if there is any interest
in pursuing any of them further.
Respectfully submitted, "'-
Will Neumeister ?Jc
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923. WWW,CLANDOVER,MN,US
TO: EDA President and Board ~
CC: Jim Dickinson, Executive Director ~
FROM: Will Neumeister, Community Development Director td1-
SUBJECT: Purchase Agreement/Letter of Intent/Progress Review
DATE: December 2, 2008
INTRODUCTION
This memo is provided as an update for all economic development activities related to Andover
Station North:
Mr. T's Dry Cleaners - Laura Heppner is still trying to fill up the planned building so that she can
move ahead to build the entire building in the spring of 2009.
Blue Fin Pool & Spa - They purchased the property on October 14th and are under construction.
Moose & Co. Grill House - The footings are in and they are planning to do winter construction to be
open by the spring of 2009.
Office Development - Staff has been marketing the site through both the MSP and CoStar websites.
The City sign shop made up new "For Sale" signs and put them up.
Monument Signs - The signs are finally lit up.
Kwik Trip Convenience Store/Car Wash - Kwik Trip has been waiting for Eddy's Auto Body to find
a place to move. Eddy has begun discussions with Kottkes Bus Company about buying the vacant
land east of their current site. They would need a CUP for auto body repair and outdoor storage.
Kwik Trip's original letter of intent has expired and they may be renegotiating the purchase of the
property, so it is not clear whether this will happen or not.
ACTION REQUESTED
No action is needed, this is only an informational update.
Respectfully submitted,4-.
Will Neumeister M