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Home My WebLink About2020-12-14 EDA Meeting Packet MEETING AGENDA MAPLEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 6:30 P.M. Monday, December 14, 2020 Held Remotely Via Conference Call Dial 1-312-626-6799 or 1-888-788-0099 When Prompted Enter Meeting ID: 910 0307 3276 # No Participant ID, Enter # When Prompted A.CALL TO ORDER B.ROLL CALL C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.September 28, 2020 Economic Development Authority Special Meeting Minutes E.PUBLIC HEARING None F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1.Resolution Approving CARES Grants to Liquor License Holders G.NEW BUSINESS 1.2021 Economic Development Authority Meeting Schedule 2.Intent to Close Meeting (Minn. Stat. §13D.05 subd. 3(c)) to Discuss Sale of Properties a.1375 Frost Ave E and 1900 Clarence St N b.2501 Londin Lane East H.ADJOURNMENT RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at the Meetings - elected officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be heard and understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Council meetings, it is understood that everyone will follow these principles: Speak only for yourself, not for other council members or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition. Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each other. Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of council members, staff or others in public. Be respectful of each other’s time keeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive. THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK D1 SPECIAL MEETINGMINUTES MAPLEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 6:30 P.M. Monday, September 28, 2020 Held Remotely Via Conference Call A. CALL TO ORDER A special meeting of the Maplewood Economic Development Authority (EDA), was held remotely via conference call and was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by President Knutson. B. ROLL CALL William Knutson, President Present Bryan Smith, Vice President Present Marylee Abrams, Commissioner Present Kathleen Juenemann, Commissioner Present Sylvia Neblett, Treasurer Present C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Neblett Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. September 14, 2020 Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes Commissioner Abrams moved to approve the September 14, 2020 Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Neblett Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. E. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Tax Increment Financing and Business Subsidy Agreement for Maple Ridge Center a. Public Hearing b. Contract for Private Redevelopment with Suso 4 Mapleridge, LP Assistant Executive Director Thomson gave the presentation. Brittney Finch with Slate Asset Management gave further information. President Knutson opened the public hearing. The following people spoke: None September 28, 2020 1 Maplewood Economic Development Authority Special Meeting Minutes EDA Packet Page Number 3 of 10 D1 President Knutson closed the public hearing. Commissioner Abrams moved to approve the Contract for Private Redevelopment with Suso 4 Mapleridge, LP. Seconded by Commissioner Neblett Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None G. NEW BUSINESS None H. ADJOURMENT President Knutson adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m. September 28, 2020 2 Maplewood Economic Development Authority Special Meeting Minutes EDA Packet Page Number 4 of 10 F1 MAPLEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF REPORT Meeting Date December 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman and EDA Members REPORT FROM: Ellen Paulseth, Finance Director PRESENTER: Ellen Paulseth, Finance Director Resolution Approving CARES Grants to Liquor License Holders AGENDA ITEM: Action Requested: MotionDiscussion Public Hearing Form of Action: Resolution Ordinance Contract/Agreement Proclamation Policy Issue: The Maplewood City Council, on August 10, 2020, allocated up to $30,000 in CARES funding to reimburse liquor license holders for 2 months of license fees. The EDA will consider a resolution approving $27,888.99 in CARES grants to Maplewood liquor license holders. Recommended Action: Motion to adopt the resolution approving CARES funding grants in the total amount of $27,888.99 to Maplewood liquor license holders. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact? No Yes, the true or estimated cost is $27,888.99 Financing source(s): Adopted Budget Budget Modification New Revenue Source Use of Reserves Other: N/A Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt. The CARES Act funding from the EDA reflects several components of the strategic plan, primarily to promote business viability during the pandemic shutdown. Background Federal guidance related to the CARES Act permits recipients to utilize the funding for business assistance grants to provide relief for businesses experiencing closures related to the pandemic. The City Council approved up to $30,000 for business grants to liquor license holders for two recommends the grants be distributed by the EDA. Attachments 1.Resolution Approving CARES Grants to Liquor License Holders EDA Packet Page Number 5 of 10 F1,Attachment1 MAPLEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY RESOLUTION APPROVING CARES GRANTS TO LIQUOR LICENSE HOLDERS WHEREAS, on August 10, 2020, the Maplewood City Council allocated up to $30,000 in CARES Act funding for business assistance grants for Maplewood liquor license holders to reimburse for two months of license fees during the pandemic closure. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood Economic Development Authority (EDA) approves the distribution of $27,888.99 in CARES Act grants to Maplewood liquor license holders, effective 9/9/2020. EDA Packet Page Number 6 of 10 G1 MAPLEWOODECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYSTAFF REPORT Meeting Date December 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, Executive Director REPORT FROM: Jeff Thomson, Assistant Executive Director PRESENTER: Jeff Thomson, Assistant Executive Director AGENDA ITEM: 2021 Economic Development Authority Meeting Schedule Action Requested: MotionDiscussion Public Hearing Form of Action: Resolution Ordinance Contract/Agreement Proclamation Policy Issue: Approval of a meeting schedule for the Economic Development Authority (EDA) for the upcoming calendar year helps the EDA, Housing & Economic Development Commission, city staff, applicants, and residents plan ahead for the year. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the 2021 Economic Development Authority meeting schedule with meetings on January 11, April 12, July 12, September 13, and December 13. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact? No Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0.00 Financing source(s): Adopted Budget Budget Modification New Revenue Source Use of Reserves Other: n/a Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt. N/A Background For 2020, the Economic Development Authority established a regular meeting schedule at the beginning of the year. The meetings generally occurred quarterly with adjustments to account for the city’s budget process. Staff recommends that the EDA establish a similar meeting calendar for 2021 with the following dates: th January 11 th April 12 th July 12 th September 13 EDA Packet Page Number 7 of 10 G1 th December 13 These dates correspond to regular City Council meeting dates, which allows the EDA meeting to take place before or immediately after the City Council meeting. Additional meetings throughout the year can be scheduled to review pertinent EDA business. The EDA has the ability to cancel or add meetings as needed as long as all notice requirements are met. Attachments 1.None EDA Packet Page Number 8 of 10 G2 MAPLEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF REPORT Meeting Date December 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, Executive Director REPORT FROM: Jeff Thomson, Assistant Executive Director PRESENTER:Jeff Thomson, Assistant Executive Director AGENDA ITEM: Intent to Close Meeting (Minn. Stat. §13D.05 subd. 3(c))to Discuss Sale of Properties a.1375 Frost Ave E and 1900 Clarence St N b.2501 Londin LaneEast Action Requested: Motion Discussion Public Hearing Form of Action: Resolution Ordinance Contract/Agreement Proclamation Policy Issue: The City of Maplewood has received offers to purchase properties for two separate development projects. The first offer is for the Gladstone House located at 1375 Frost Ave E and a city-owned parking lot at 1900 Clarence St N. The other offers are for the former fire station property at 2501 Londin Lane East. Recommended Action: Before the meeting is closed, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) must state on the record the specific grounds permitting the meeting to be closed and describe the subject to be discussed. Therefore, it is recommended the EDA introduce the following motion: Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05 subd. 3(c), I hereby motion to close the meeting and go into closed session to consider purchase offers or counter offers for properties located at 1375 Frost Ave E and 1900 Clarence St N, and then separately to consider purchase offers or counter offers for the property located at 2501 Londin Lane East. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact? No Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0. Financing source(s): Adopted Budget Budget Modification New Revenue Source Use of Reserves Other: Closing the meeting has no fiscal impact. The sale of property would result in receiving proceeds from the sale. Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial Sustainability Integrated Communication Targeted Redevelopment Operational Effectiveness Community Inclusiveness Infrastructure & Asset Mgmt. EDA Packet Page Number 9 of 10 G2 The Frost Ave and Clarence St properties are located in the Gladstone neighborhood. The city owns the properties as part of its land acquisition and assembly strategy to facilitate redevelopment that is consistent with the Gladstone Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan. If the project moves forward with the EDA, the property would be transferred from the city to the EDA to facilitate the sale of the property. The Londin Lane property has historically been used as a fire station. The fire station went dormant several years ago and the building has largely been used for storage. Most recently the building has been leased for storage of a mobile dental trailer. Background The purpose of this agenda item is to consider offers to purchase properties located at1375 Frost Ave E, 1900 Clarence St N, and 2501 Londin Lane East. State statute allows the City Council to close a meeting to consider offers made for property and to develop counteroffers. Attachments None EDA Packet Page Number 10 of 10