HRA 02/17/1983 - 29377• CITY OF FRIDLEY
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
FEBRUARY 17, 1983
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Commers called the February 17, 1983, Housing & Redevelopment
Authority meeting to order at 7:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Larry Commers, Elmars Prieditis, Carolyn Svendsen
Members Absent: Duane Prairie, Walter Rasmussen
Others Present: Jerrold Boardman, City Planner
Ed Hamernik, Councilman
Craig Ekberg
Mrs. Erland Ekberg, Jr., 2140 Squire Trail, Golden Valley
(See attached list)
• APPROVAL OF JANUARY 13, 1983; HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES:
MOTION BY MR. PRIEDITIS, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE JAN. 13, 1983,
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
I. MOORE LAKE DISTRICT
A. Condo Project (Hearing for HRA Consideration)
(Memo #83 -11 from Executive Director)
Mr. Commers asked Mr. Boardman to give a brief update of what has taken
place since the public hearing on Dec. 9, 1982. He would also like
Mr. Boardman to give a brief summary of the project itself.
Mr. Boardman indicated the tax increment district on the map. He stated
several things were looked at in the establishment of a tax increment
district. First of all, there are extreme traffic problems at the inter-
section of Old Central and Highway 65, plus a great deal of traffic that
is being generated along Old Central due to the connection with Highway 65
and the industries north of this area. With the tax increment district,
the City is looking at the possibility of trying toodivert Old Central
traffic to Highway 65 which would call for some intersection modifications.
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Mr. Boardman stated another thing that would have to be done in conjunc-
tion with the development of the drive -in property would be the inter-
section modification at Old Central and Highway 65 to create an easier
flow of traffic up Old Central. Another reason for the establishment
of the tax increment district is the drainage and clean -up of Moore Lake.
The clean -up is very expensive. EPA monies have been put into it, but
there also has to be some matching city monies. The reasoning behind
a tax increment district is the development will pay for the tax improve-
ments within the district.
Mr. Boardman stated Mr. Erland Ekberg, who is the developer, made a
proposal at the Dec. 9, 1982, HRA meeting, to put in two 12 -story condo-
minium towers, four units per floor, approx. 1,500 sq. ft. per unit. The
towers, in conjunction with the overall project, would be an approx.
$15 million project. The proposed site Mr. Ekberg had selected was the
site which included seven property owners, a vacant property, and part
of a commercial property to the north.
Mr. Boardman stated there was a lot of discussion at the Dec. 9 meeting.
The suggestion was made at the meeting that a neighborhood committee
be formed to sit down with the HRA and the developer to see if any com-
promises could be made.
Mr. Boardman stated that at the first meeting on Jan. 4 with the neighbor -
hood, approximately 12 -13 people were in attendance. At the meeting, the
people indicated that if the project was moved north of the property
owners, at least the acquisition of the property would be feasible. How-
ever, there were still questions about access and height of the towers.
Mr. Boardman stated Mr. Ekberg did take a look at the recommendations
the neighborhood committee suggested, looked at the soil problems that
would -be entailed in moving the project to the north, and came back with
a proposal that suggested leaving three houses, but still taking the
Dan Nelson property and one other property to the north. Since this was
not the suggested change made at the Jan. 4th meeting, it was necessary
to go back to the neighborhood committee with this proposed change. That
was done on Feb. 9. At that meeting, the committee was unwilling to look
at the developer's change as a compromise and stated there was no com-
promise if the project could not be moved north.
Mr. Boardman stated he had a conversation with Mr. Ekberg that day, and
Mr. Ekberg stated that with some assistance from the HRA for soil correc-
tion and some slight modifications in the direction of the buildings, he
felt he probably could move the project to the north. It would be north
of the line the neighborhood committee suggested on Feb. 9, which is
north of the Nelson's property; however, it would still take the vacant
property and the property owned by Scott Kohanek. Mr. Ekberg still feels
it is imperative to the project to have access onto Old Central. As far
0 as assistance from the HRA, that has not been discussed.
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Mr. Scott Kohanek stated he is the property owner most affected, and
he has not been notified about any meetings, other than the public hearing
on Dec. 9.
Mr. Boardman stated that because of an emergency, Mr. Ekberg could not
be at the meeting; however, his wife and son were representing the
project.
Mr. Craig Ekberg stated he had met that day with his father who briefly
went over the project. He stated it is basically as Mr. Boardman has
outlined -- moving the towers to the north and shifting the direction of
the towers approx. 150 to the south to get a view over the lake.
Mr. Boardman stated there would have to be some further exploration of
the soil in that area. They do have some soil borings in there, and he
thought there would have to be some soil correction. He did not feel the
soil correction would jeopardize the project or take all the tax incre-
ment generated from the project.
Mr. Commers stated it might be premature to decide on a right of develop-
ment at this time, because they do not know all the facts with respect
to assistance and soil correction. Was it possible the project might
not be feasible?
• Mr. Boardman stated it was possible, but he would doubt it with this
kind of project. It is a $15 million project and will generate consider-
able amount of tax increment. If the HRA does give a right of develop-
ment, it should be a conditional right of development until these things
could be brought back for approval by the HRA. Considerable work is
going to have to be done before the HRA can give a formal right of
development.
Mr. Commers stated they would open the hearing up for comments from the
audience. He stated he would like someone who was present at the Feb. 9
neighborhood meeting to present his /her understanding of what transpired
with the developer.
Ms. Jackie Lentz, 6053 Central Ave., stated Mr. Boardman had outlined
the meeting very well. Besides the question of the properties being
razed, there was still a lot of concern about the height of the buildings
and the access onto Old Central. One thing that was mentioned to
Mr. Boardman at one of the meetings was that, if indeed the proposal was
moved to the north, then those people who would be subsequently affected
should be notified. She did not know if that was done.
Mr. Boardman stated the primary person who would be affected from the
proposal being moved to the north was Max Saliterman and he has been
contacted. The property to the east is Tom Brickner's property, and
• Mr. Brickner has indicated his support of the project.
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Ms. Lentz stated that, to her knowledge, Mr. Kohanek was not at either
neighborhood meeting. How that had happened, she did not know.
Mr. Dan Nelson stated he was the property owner of the site in question.
He stated they have been discussing the pros and cons of this project
since the Dec. 9th meeting. He stated City Staff keeps reviewing the
tax structure, the dollars, etc., however, the citizens are not only
looking at the tax structure, but what the pride of ownership, aesthetics,
etc., mean to them. In order to get a handle on the tax dollar, he had
taken it upon himself to get some facts and figures from City Hall. He
would like to present these figures at this time.
Mr.Nelson stated Fridley has a population of 30,000 people. In the
1983 city budget, it is going to cost $6,307,659 to run the city, and
the cost to run the city per person is $210. The average number of
persons per family in Fridley is 2.8 persons. Taking the population of
30,000 and dividing it by 2.8 persons per family, he came up with
10,714 taxable units.
Mr. Nelson stated he was now going to talk about the $150,000 valuation
which was the average cost of each condo unit. The homestead tax on
$150,000 valuation is $3,000. Ninety -six units X $3,000 brings in a
gross tax increase of $288,000. By having 96 units and 2.8 persons per
unit, the population in Fridley will be increased by 268.8 persons.
Taking that number and multiplying the cost per person of $210, it is
going to cost the City $56,448 to govern the additional people living
in the condominiums. Taking the gross tax and subtracting the cost of
governing the people, he got an adjusted gain in the tax of only
$231,552.
Mr. Nelson stated approximately 10 acres of land is involved in this
project. Using 3 homes per acre = 30 homes. In keeping with the
$150,000 valuation, 30 X $3,000 (homestead tax) brings about a tax
increase at that point of $90,000. By having homes in there, it would
increase the population by only 84, which is less than 1/3 of the pop-
ulation the condos would bring. The cost of governing the 84 people
would be $17,640. Taking the gross of $90,000 and subtracting the
cost of governing the people of $17,640 equals a net gain in taxes of
$72,360. Going back to the adjusted tax on the condo of $231,552 minus
the net gain of $72,360 comes up with $159,192 in increased taxes from
the condo. That amounts to only 1/4 of lq of the city budget. Taking
that increase and dividin it by the number of units in the City of
Fridley, it comes out to 14.85. Out of that $14.85, the City has to
pay the cost of acquiring the properties which could be very expensive,and
they have to spend money on redirecting the traffic. So, they are
looking at selling their most valuable birthright, home ownership, for
less money that it costs to take a spouse out to dinner, $14.85, and
he did not think it was worth it!
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Mr. Comers stated that with the $159,192 in increased taxes mentioned
by Mr. Nelson, they also had to take into consideration that that
money would be available each year thereafter if the project went through.
Mr. Comers asked Mr. Nelson what his feelings were in regard to the
proposal to move the project north of his property.
Mr. Nelson stated when he bought his property and built his house, he
was aware the property north of him was commercial. In building, he
allowed a barrier of trees and a 6 ft. cyclone fence. He realized he
would have no control over what went in north of him because of the
commercial zoning. He stated he would rather not see big towers there;
he would rather see private enterprise take over and put in office
buildings or whatever.
Mr. Boardman stated he has done some analysis as far as the generation
of taxes. They must understand that in tax increment, they do get the
captured value over and above the existing tax. The captured value
means the amount of tax that is generated,the amount of tax returned
from the State for homestead. If this project went in, that taxes that
would be generated per year would be approx. $394,080. That would be
the total tax based on the mill rate in this area. Based on this, they
could sell a little over $3 million worth of bond. They look at the tax
that is generated and base that over the life of that bond which is
generally a 15 -yr. bond. That is where they get the money and revenue
that is generated to do the acquisition.
Ms. Barb Reiland, 6068 Woody Lane, asked if the City has looked at the
traffic impact. The proposed driveway for the condo is right across
from Woody Lane, which means it is at the top of a hill and on a curve.
She stated they live just below that. They have had two cars go through
their yard already, and she could not imagine increasing traffic on
Old Central.
Mr. Boardman stated they are looking at trying to eliminate a lot of the
through traffic on Old Central. Right now there are approx. 10- 12,000
cars per day on Old Central. The remodeling of the intersection to
the north would divert a lot of that traffic over to Highway 65. He
stated that in looking at any kind of driveway entrance, it is best to
have that entrance across from a regular street intersection so there is
a cross -type intersection. In this location, this was probably the best
intersection for that entrance to be located. If the project is moved
to the north, the best intersection may be further north.
Ms. Reiland asked why they didn't redirect the traffic and make the inter-
section modifications first and then decide what kind of project should
go in.
10 Mr. Boardman stated then the question is; who pays? They can do the
intersection modification, but if there is no money to pay for the inter-
section, then it has to be assessed against the property owners. One of
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the purposes of setting up a tax increment district is because there are
problems. With development in the area, they are going to try to take
care of some of these problems. The tax increment district is set up as
a possibility for some public improvements due to development. With this
type of development, they could start doing some of the things that need
to be done, but they cannot do anything initially until they have some
development.
Mr. Bailer Tiller, 1535 Gardena Ave., stated there should be no development
unless it has all been planned out ahead of time. The people who live in
this area are the most important of all. They are the people who have to
put up with this development, and they should have the say as to whether
it goes in or not.
Mr. Charles Ross, 5895 Central Ave., stated as he listened to this project
proposal, he heard about people being moved out of their homes and the
need to develop profitable revenue, When the City talks about diverting
traffic, aren't they going to have to have another hearing process like
they are having now? Whose yard are they going to go through? First,
they create the monster and then, because there is a traffic problem
because of it, they find they have to divert traffic. If the City is going
to have to divert traffic when they have already acknowledged an existing
traffic problem on Old Central, why not divert the traffic first and then
build something that fits within the existing community?
Mr. Ross stated this is a very large project. He felt it was unfortunate
that Mr. Ekberg did not have the courtesy to show up and speak for himself.
Mr. Commers stated they do recognize there is a traffic problem already
in existence on Old Central. In order to do something about it, they
need some monies to start making those modifications.
Ms. Lois Adolphson, 6131 Woody Lane, stated she works for Bermel Smaby
Realtors. She is in the new home and condominium division of Bermel
Smaby. She has done some successful projects, so she has expertise in this
area. She had the following questions: Has there been a feasibility
study done on the marketability of this project? How many taxpayers in
Fridley now have an assessed home value of over $150,000? How many
successful projects has Mr. Ekberg accomplished or completed? Does the
contractor have either building financing or end financing established
on this project? What happens if the HRA approves the project, the
homes are taken, the traffic diverted, and then the project doesn't
work? What will go in on that property?
Mr. Boardman stated no homes will be taken or traffic diverted until
there are firm financial commitments on the development of those units
and firm end loan financing. That would be mandatory, and the HRA would
not take any action unless that happened. Mr. Ekbert has met with real
estate people and he apparently feels there is a lot of interest in the
sale of these units.
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Ms. Adolphson stated she did not feel there was a market for $150,000
units at this location in Fridley. She was against the project. It
would ruin her view, and there was already a traffic problem.
Mr. "Duke" Addicks, Jr., of Pepin, Dayton, Herman, Graham, & Getts,
Attorneys at Law, stated he was hired by Mr. & Mrs. Dan Nelson to look
into what is going on. He stated his firm represents both developers
and residents on various proposals. He stated the people are objecting
to giving Mr. Ekberg the right of development without additional informa-
tion. The HRA is a public body and represents not only the present
residents, but also the future residents of Fridley and the future develop-
ment of Fridley. This is a touch decision to make. He would urge the
HRA to think about some of the questions concerning this proposed develop-
ment.
Mr. Addicks stated that, historically, HRA's were created to provide for
low and moderate income housing and to assist in the redevelopment of
blighted areas. The power has been expanded over the last few years.
He wondered if it was appropriate for the HRA to promote expensive
luxury condominiums. He wondered if it was even unlawful to do so.
He stated there will certainly be tax increment resulting from this
development or whatever development eventually goes in this area, and
some of it can be used to clean up the lake and improve traffic flow.
. But the principle purpose of the HRA is to assist in the development
and not to worry about clean -up or traffic problems.
Mr. Addicks stated there is probably a rezoning involved, modification
of existing districts, and an environmental assessment process because
of the proximity to the lake. In other words, there are quite a few
hurdles the developer will have to handle even if the HRA gives him
the right of development. For these reasons, Mr. Nelson is asking for
a delay in the decision to give a right of development and has asked
that City Staff be instructed to find out more about what the developer
really intends,.his ability to follow through on a project, and how
serious he really is with this proposal. Mr. Addicks stated he felt
the HRA should not make a decision without more information.
Mr. Ray McAfee, 1360 Hillcrest Dr., stated that since the Dec. 9th
meeting, all the developer has done is move this monster further north.
He felt that 95% and perhaps 100% of the people in the audience would
like to see this thing go back to Golden Valley. He did not think a
condominium like this fit into the City of Fridley, because of the
height. The buildings would be higher than the Fridley water tower.
Mr. Scott Kohanek, 6116 Central Ave., stated he has owned his property
since 1976. He likes his home and would like to keep it. He was
really upset about the City's communication system. It seems there
were a couple of neighborhood meetings he was never notified of; conse-
quently, the project was moved further north to include his home and his
property. He stated that did not make him very happy. He stated
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Mr. Nelson's lawyer had mentioned there were a lot of hurdles ahead for
the developer. Mr. Kohanek stated he was going to be the toughest
and biggest hurdle of them all.
Mr. Yoava Klucsar, 1337 Hillcrest Dr., stated this property would need
rezoning. When people buy a house, it is the biggest investment they
make in a lifetime. All these neighbors do not want this project, so
why is the City wasting their time.
Mr. Mel Nelson, 980 Hackmann Circle, stated Mr. Boardman had talked
about homestead tax returns. If he had been listening to the legislature
that is now in session, he would know that the people may not end up
with any homestead credits. Mr. Boardman shouldn't use that point in
bringing out any possibility of returns to the tax structure.
Mr. Jeff Hagen, 5980 Gardena Lane, asked if there were any alternatives
to this project.
Mr. Boardman stated there are always alternatives. The Shorewood shop-
ping center has been earmarked as a neighborhood center. In develop-
ing an area that is going to support a neighborhood center, the City is
trying to encourage a residential type of development in this area. An
elderly development, sponsored by St. Phillips Church, has been proposed
for the corner of Rice Creek Road and Old Central.
Ms. Elaine Gray, 6062 Central Ave., stated their private homes were
included in the tax increment district so the HRA can come through and
buy and build wherever they choose. She stated she would like to see
their properties removed from the tax increment district as it would
save the HRA alot of headaches. They have invested a lot of money into
their properties. They like the area and the beautiful view. She felt
they have the right to enjoy it more than people in a condominium as
they were there first. She found it hard to believe that Fridley
couldn't survive without this area being developed any more than it is
now. The City can develop in the north area where no one is living.
Mr. Commers closed the public hearing at 9:11 p.m.
Mr. Commers asked Staff's opinion about some of the questions raised
concerning a feasibility study, whether or not there needs to be an
environmental assessment, and the marketability of these condo units in
this area.
Mr. Boardman stated all these areas need to be addressed. He wished
Mr. Ekberg had been at the meeting to answer some of these questions.
He stated they do not have the Shoreline Management Act in Fridley
where these units would be located. Where Mr. Ekberg is proposing
the project is out of the flood plain; therefore, the setbacks really
don't come into effect. The size of the project does not require a
mandatory environmental assessment.
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Mr. Commers asked about the question of soil correction and HRA
assistance. What has to be done to make that determination and can it
be done on a preliminary basis?
Mr. Boardman stated before any soil correction can be done, Mr. Ekberg
has to have access to the property.
Mr. Prieditis stated it is obvious that a large portion of the neighbor-
ing property owners are totally opposed to this project. He felt maybe
they were just wasting their time in discussing the site problems and
feasibility studies when there is such strong opposition to the develop-
ment, no matter where it is located.
Mr. Commers declared a 15- minute recess at 9:15 p.m. He reconvened the
meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Mr. Commers asked Mr. Boardman what the requirements would be to alter
the tax increment district, to either subtract or add properties.
Mr. Boardman stated the HRA would have to go through the same process
they went through in establishing the district. The HRA would have to
make a recommendation to be approved by the City Council. He would have
to check to see if it would require a public hearing.
MOTION BY MS. SVENDSEN, SECONDED BY MR. PRIEDITIS, TO GRANT TO EKBERG &
ASSOCIATES, INC., A ONE -YEAR RIGHT OF DEVELOPMENT FOR THE MOORE LAKE
CONDOMINIUM PROJECT.
Mr. Prieditis stated he thought any project, whether the City or the
HRA is involved, should theoretically do something good for either the
City itself or the people. Seeing such unanimous opposition to this
project, he did not see how this project in its present form could
succeed, and he would like to see this particular request for right of
development dropped.
Ms. Svendsen stated she agreed with Mr. Prieditis. Even though there
were only three HRA members present, she felt it was important for them
to vote as the homeowners have been waiting a long time for this decision.
Mr. Commers stated he was impressed by some of the arguments and questions
raised by the people.at this meeting and previous meetings. If this,
project is turned down, there might be something else that would go in on
that site that might make the people even more unhappy than this project.
That property has been slow in developing because it is not prime
property. Unless some assistance is given to a future developer, it is
probably not going to be developed and will stay off the tax roles.
To that extent, it hurts the whole City of Fridley and not just the
people who live in the immediate area.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, COMMERS, SVENDSEN, PRIEDITIS,- VOTING NAY, CHAIRPERSON
COMMERS ' DECLARED 'THE ' MOTION' FAILED AND ' TIE ' RIGHT OF ' DEVELOPMENT ' IS ' NOT
GRANTED ' TO ' EKBERG ' & 'ASSOCIATES 'AT THIS ' TIME'.
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, FEBRUARY 17, 1983 PAGE 10
Mr. Commers thanked everyone for coming. He urged them to continue to
be aware of the different things that are going on in Fridley. He
apologized for the lack of communication; they attempted to give the
best notice they could to the people. He stated the people also have
a duty to stay informed and to be aware of what is taking place.
B. St. Phillips Project (Memo #83 -12 from Executive Director)
Mr. Boardman stated St. Phillips is interested in again applying for
202 funds on the property at Rice Creek Road and Old Central. In order
for St. Phillips to submit an application for 202 funding, they will
have to prove to HUD that the land and soil is compactible and is
developable. St. Phillips is concerned that the fill that has been
brought in on the site could create difficulties in their application
to HUD. They feel the fill was the initial reason they were turned down
for 202 funding last year. The fill was placed on the property by the
property owner. The property owner met all the permit requirements;
therefore, the City had to issue the hauling permit.
Mr. Boardman stated that if HUD feels it is necessary, St. Phillips
would like some assurance that the HRA would do some soil compaction
tests. He thought the cost would be approx. $2,000. If the soil is
not compactible or if the fill was put over bad soil, it could decrease
• the value of the property. He needed some indication from the HRA prior
to St. Phillips' application for 202 funds. He stated he has a meeting
with St. Phillips Human Services, Inc., on Mar. 3.
Mr. Commers stated that was difficult when they really do not know what
the cost will be.
Mr. Boardman stated he would do some further investigation on the costs
of soil testing and would also discuss this with St. Phillips. He felt
they should know what the soil is like as it could be helpful in
acquiring the property if the project goes through.
MOTION BY.MR. PRIEDITIS, SECONDED BY MR. COMMERS, TO CONTINUE DISCUSSION
ON THE ST. PHILLIPS PROJECT UNTIL THE NEXT MEETING AND TO INSTRUCT STAFF
TO GET SOME ESTIMATES ON SOIL TESTING.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, COMMERS AND PRIEDITIS VOTING AYE, SVENDSEN ABSTAINING,
CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED.
C. Letter - Vernon Beck & Associates, Inc. (Drive -in Site)
Mr. Boardman stated he has been working with Vernon Beck & Assoc. and
Northwestern Life Insurance Co. They have shown an interest in being
the developer for the entire drive -in site. Mr. Boardman stated one
of the first things he wanted to know was whether that site was a prime
9 to for a hotel development. They are looking at a hotel development
and also peripheral development in the way of an office development.
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Mr. Boardman stated that at his request, Vernon Beck & Assoc. did an
in -house market feasibility study to see if the hotel development
would support a high price development. They found that in this
northeast area, it would support $55 /night at this time. That does
not preclude this area from getting a high class facility. At this
time, most of the hotel developers have their primary emphasis on the
south and southwest. Once that emphasis is fulfilled, they will look
at the northeast area.
Mr. Boardman stated Vernon Beck & Associates' recommendation to the HRA
would be to try to develop a strong base (office, office - warehouse
development) on the drive -in site and save a parcel on the corner for
a hotel development. They feel it will happen; it is just a matter of
timing.
Mr. Prieditis stated his main concern would be the traffic and the
difficulties of getting in and out of this site.
Mr. Commers asked if there was any way of doing a traffic feasibility
study in this area.
Mr. Boardman stated the HRA can order a study to be done and pay for it.
It has been recommended to the City Council that some of the 1983 CDBG
• monies be used to do a traffic study in the Moore Lake area. The City
Council will be considering that recommendation at their Feb. 28 meeting..
Mr. Commers declared the letter from Eugene H. Hefter, Vernon Beck &
Assoc. dated Jan. 24, 1983, received into the record.
II. CENTER CITY DISTRICT
A. Consideration of Resolution HRA 6 -1983 (Petitioning the Cit of Fridley
for Plaza Improvements for Center City Phase II Development
Mr. Boardman stated that at the last HRA meeting, they had a petition
on the parking lot but forgot to put in a petition for the assessments.
Before the City Council can approve the project and plans for assessments,
this resolution has to be passed by the HRA.
MOTION BY MS. SVENDSEN, SECONDED BY MR. PRIEDITIS, TO APPROVE
RESOLUTION NO. HRA 6 -1983, RESOLUTION PETITIONING THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
FOR PLAZA IMPROVEMENTS FOR CENTER CITY PHASE II DEVELOPMENT.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
B. Information
• 1. City Council Resolution 11 -1983
2. City Council Resolution 12 -1983
3. Anoka County Correspondence on CDBG
Mr. Boardman stated this was all support information for the previous
resolution. No action was needed by the HRA.
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, FEBRUARY'17, 1983 PAGE 12
III. FINANCIAL
A. Financial Report
Mr. Boardman stated there is no financial report at this time. They
are just getting their year -end reports in so these should be
available at the March meeting.
B. Check Register
MOTION BY MR. PRIEDITIS, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE
CHECK REGISTER DATED FEB. 16, 1983, IN THE AMOUNT OF $262,206.42.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
C. Contract Summary dated Feb. 17, 1983, from InterDesign, Inc.
Mr. Commers stated the HRA should have a summary of what their agree -
ment is on payment with InterDesign.
Mr. Boardman stated it is based on the total value of about $356,000.
That cost includes the plaza area and includes the area around the
• office building (that will be assessed to the office building). It
will also include the area along 5th St. The breakdown on all that is
going to be assessed differently. As far as any costs or breakdowns
of architect's fees, it goes with the development of that portion of
the project. Forty per cent of 8% of the overall budget is the archi-
tect's fee. Of that, 90% is construction documents and 10% is bidding
negotiations. The architect is not involved at all in the inspection
process. The City Engineering staff will be doing all the inspection
work on the plaza.
Mr. Commers stated he would like a memo on exactly how the performance
is taking place under their contract with InterDesign.
MOTION BY MR. PRIEDITIS, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE
CONTRACT SUMMARY DATED FEB. 17, 1983, FROM INTERDESIGN,INC.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
V. OTHER BUSINESS:
A. Report from Von Klug & Assoc.
Mr. Boardman stated the House of Dragon in the Fridley Center will
be moving at the end of February. The HRA received a report from
10 Bill Von Klug on the payment. The House of Dragon is accepting a
payment in lieu of relocation. The payment in lieu of relocation is
$2,500. Attached to the report was a list of the fixture appraisals.
There was $6,105 in personal property. Mr. Von Klug is recommending
that the City draw up a bill of sale in the amount of $6,105 as he
0 HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, FEBRUARY 179 1983 PAGE 13
felt it was a justifiable figure for a fixed appraisal. The House of
Dragon is also entitled to the $2,500 for relocation.
Mr. Boardman stated he had put together for the HRA's information an
"Activity List on Acquisition /Fixtures /Relocation" which gives the
HRA an indication of where they are with all the properties involved
in Phase II.
Mr. Commers stated the HRA has received this "Activity List" and it
should be attached to these minutes for the HRA's information.
MOTION BY MS. SVENDSEN, SECONDED BY MR. PRIEDITIS, TO APPROVE THE
RELOCATION AND APPRAISAL COSTS FOR HOUSE OF DRAGON IN THE AMOUNTS OF
$2,500 AND $6,105.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
B. FISLIC /FDIC Program and General Reserve Program (Memo #83 -14 from
Executive Director)
Mr. Boardman stated there are two possible programs that could be
used to promote development in the redevelopment districts. One is
the FISLIC /FDIC program which has been used in Minneapolis and Blaine
for multi - family housing. The other program is the General Reserve
Program.
Mr. Commers stated the HRA members should have a chance to review
these programs and discuss them at the next meeting.
Mr. Boardman stated the City Council will also be receiving this
information to see if there is any interest there. If the HRA shows
an interest at their next meeting, Piper, Jaffray, and Mark Haggerty,
who has been involved in the Blaine programs, would be happy to
discuss this with the HRA.
An,1nt1RNMFNT-
MOTION BY MR. PRIEDITIS, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. UPON
A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON CONNERS DECLARED THE FEB. 17, 1983,
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:45 P.M.
Respectfully sub itted,
LyrfnA Saba
Recording Secretary
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