HRA 11/06/2014
November 6, 2014
HRA Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
7:00 p.m.
Call to order
Roll call.
Action Items
1. Approval of Expenditures
2. Approval of October 2, 2014 Meeting Minutes
3. Approval of Lot Sale - 521 Fairmont St.
4. Approval of Lot Sale - 281 57th Place
5. Approval of Lot Sale - 611 Buffalo St.
6. Approval of 2015 Preliminary Budget
7. Approval of Resolution Supporting Grant Application - DEED Redevelopment
8. Approval of Resolution Supporting Grant Application - Met Council TBRA
9. Approval of Modification to Northern Stacks Redevelopment Contract
Informational Items
1. MN CEE Housing Programs Update
Adjournment
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY COMMISSION
October 2, 2014
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Commers
called the HRA Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
William Holm
Larry Commers
Pat Gabel
Stephen Eggert
Gordon Backlund
OTHERS PRESENT:
Paul Bolin, HRA Assistant Executive Director
Jim Casserly, Development Consultant
ACTION ITEMS:
1.Approval of Expenditures
MOTION
by Commissioner Holm to approve the expenditures. Seconded by Commissioner
Eggert.
Commissioner Gabel
asked what the CEE check what for.
PaulBolin,
HRA Assistant Executive Director, replied the bulk of the funds were for the
loan program.
Commissioner Gabel
asked if part of the home energy audit was to insulate around the
doors.
Mr. Bolin
replied yes; that is part of the service.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2.Approval of September 4, 2014, Meeting Minutes
MOTION
by Commissioner Eggert to approve the minutes. Seconded by Commissioner
Backlund.
Commissioner Gabel
noted the following changes:
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Page 2, 6 in
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Page 2, item 4, 4 sentence should read administrative
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MINUTES APPROVED AS AMENDED
3.Approval of 2015 HRA Meeting Dates
MOTION
by Commissioner Holm to Approve the 2015 HRA Meeting Dates. Seconded by
Commissioner Backlund.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.Approval of Amendment to Cielo Redevelopment Agreement
Paul Bolin
, Assistant HRA Executive Director, stated that last June, the Authority approved
a development agreement and authorized the sale of the Gateway Northeast property to Cielo
Partners. Since that time the final land use approvals were granted and the plat was delivered
in place and the closing will happen as
soon as the County has the plat recorded.
Mr. Bolin
said that staff has continued to move towards closing on the property and Trident
recently raised an issue with the timing of installing the underground stormwater system for
Phase 2 of the development. In the redevelopment contract, under SCHEDULE F SITE
IMPROVEMENTS it reads that the stormwater system for phase 2 would be installed during
phase 1. The developer intended it to mean that the systems would be constructed in their
respective phases, as the systems are approximately $200,000 each. After discussion with
the developer, legal counsel and Chairman Commers it was determined that so long as the
cost was capped at $200,000 for each system, this change does not impact the Authority.
Mr. Bolin
said that staff recommends the Authority approve the minor change to the
interpretation of SCHEDULE F SITE IMPROVEMENTS Extraordinary Site Costs, for
the Underground stormwater infiltration systems (Phase 1 and 2) found in the Cielo Gateway
Northeast Redevelopment Agreement.
Commissioner Eggert
noted that phase 2 of the project will not be completed at this time so
this filtration system will not be needed and the area is currently grass. He asked if there was
any concern about runoff.
Mr. Bolin
replied yes, the storm water system will not be needed until phase 2 is added and
there is no concern about runoff until that is installed.
Chairperson Commers
stated that if this is not done it will not get credited against the land
purchase price so it is a set off.
Mr. Bolin
replied that is correct
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Roger Fink
, Developer, stated that they knew they had to build it but thought it could be
done during either the first or second phase.
and a cap has been set on the dollar amount for protection against inflation.
Commissioner Holm
asked if phase 1 and phase 2 were the same size.
Mr. Fink
replied yes.
Commissioner Holm
asked if there was any advantage or disadvantage in terms of this delay
for phase two in terms of the cap of $200,000; this will protect the city.
Mr. Bolin
replied yes; the city will be protected from inflationary increases.
MOTION
by Commissioner Gabel to Approve Amendment to the Cielo Redevelopment
Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Backlund.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.Approval of Amendment to DEED Grant Agreement
Paul Bolin
, Assistant HRA Executive Director, stated that last month the Authority approved
an amendment to the DEED contamination cleanup grant for the Northern Stacks project to
a local match. This month the Authority is being asked to make a change to the DEED
redevelopment Grant in order to accurately reflect the amount of demolition and other
eligible work being done on the site.
Mr. Bolin
said that as the development is now underway, there have been changes to what is
actually happening on the site. Demolition costs, which were expected to be over $1.1M for
the first phase ended up being just over $200,000,
and raised as part of the first phase. The amendment to the agreement will allow the grant
funds to also be used for drive lanes, curbing and major utility installation.
Mr. Bolin
Redevelopment Grant Contract to accurately reflect improvements being constructed in the
first phase of this large redevelopment project.
Commissioner Holm
asked when DEED makes adjustments to the formal language if it will
be sent back to the City and be signed in the normal manner.
Mr. Bolin
replied yes.
Commissioner Gabel
asked if BAE would be moving the things at a later date or if they
were leaving it there permanently.
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Mr. Bolin
replied that the data center will eventually be moved.
Commissioner Gabel
asked if moving it would incur any additional costs.
Mr. Bolin
replied no; there is for BAE to
move everything to the north end.
Commissioner Gabel
said this is irrelevant to the demolition money.
Mr. Bolin
replied that is correct.
Commissioner Gabel
said that it is amazing they ha.
Commissioner Backlund
asked if the Navy needed to be involved.
Chairperson Commers
replied that Mr. Hyde has negotiated any involvement with the
Navy. Their liability and obligation for that, reached some kind of accommodation.
MOTION
by Commissioner Backlund to Approve the Amendment to DEED Grant
Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Gabel.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6.Approval of Amendment to MNCEE Home Energy Squad Contract
Paul Bolin
, Assistant HRA Executive Director, said that the Home Energy squad program
provided through the Center for Energy and Environment has been a huge success since its
launch in April of this year. As of early September, 78 homes in Fridley have gone through
the program, making them more energy efficient.
Mr. Bolin
said that this program has no income limitations, making it available to all
residents of the community. The total cost for each visit is $120, with the HRA paying $70
towards each home visit. For $50 out of pocket, the homeowner receives a visit from two
energy experts. During the 2 hour visit, diagnostic tests are run to identify inefficiencies in
the home. The experts then install door weather stripping, water heater blankets,
programmable thermostats, high efficiency light bulbs and efficient shower heads as needed.
Mr. Bolin
reported that the Authority initially authorized an investment of $5,000 to write
down the cost of these visits. Due to the popularity of the program, staff is recommending
authorizing another $5,000 to continue the program. The Authority has adequate funds in its
revolving loan fund to allocate another $5,000 for these visits. As staff begins to work on the
2015 budget, they will incorporate funding to continue this program into 2015. Staff
recommends approval of the amendment to the Home Energy Squad contract, allowing the
program to be funded through December 31, 2015.
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MOTION
by Commissioner Gabel to Approve the Amendment to MNCEE Home Energy
squat Contract. Seconded by Commissioner Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7.Authorization to Solicit Bids for Demolition of 7011 University Avenue NE
Paul Bolin
, Assistant HRA Executive Director, stated that staff is anticipating a late October
closing on the Columbia Arena site. Staff would like the ability to move forward with
soliciting bids to demolish the property. Due to potential liabilities, the deteriorated
condition of the buildings and the expense associated with maintenance, staff is
recommending the buildings be demolished and parking lot removed as quickly as possible.
In August, the HRA and City Council adopted resolutions declaring the properties blighted
which will preserve the ability to put the parcels into a future TIF District.
Mr. Bolin
said that this property has been vacant and is an attractive nuisance. Besides
presenting a poor image, staff continues to have problems with truckers illegally parking in
the lot, vandals breaking in and spray painting the interior, thieves stealing the copper and
sea of asphalt is the only way to address these problems.
Mr. Bolin
said that staff will work to solicit bids in anticipation of awarding the demolition
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contract on November 6. Depending on cooperation from the seller and the closing date,
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staff may not be able to award the contract on November 6. Staff recommends the
Authority authorize staff to begin the bid solicitation process.
Commissioner Eggert
noted that it has taken while for Braun to get out there, the contract
needed to be extended and they needed to take more soil borings.
Commissioner Eggert
noted that another issue of delay is the pollution control work with
proper disposal of whatever is found.
Mr. Bolin
said that is not part of the delay yet but that is part of further data gathering. Staff
will need to come up with a solution with MPCA to address the vapors in the soil.
Commissioner Gabel
asked if staff will be able to get concrete information from the MPCA
in order to close by 10/30.
Mr. Bolin
replied yes.
Chairperson Commers
noted that this is a partnership with the City of Fridley and asked if
the demo costs and miscellaneous costs incurred would be considered as part of the purchase
agreement and divided 50/50 between the Authority and the City.
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Mr. Bolin
replied that so far the City has allocated $1.5M toward this project and the
Authority has about $2.6M in acquisition and demolition costs as well. As of right now the
City has committed $1.5M.
Chairperson Commers
asked if that information was documented, the partnership with the
City. recall seeing anything as to who is contributing what to this effort.
Mr. Bolin
replied that staff has not written up a formal contract.
Chairperson Commers
asked if an agreement should be written up going forward as to who
is paying for what. He asked if it will be taxed for one year, next year
Jim Casserly,
Development Consultant, said that taxes were paid even though the buildings
are being removed. After the first year the property is tax exempt. sure how long it
can be tax exempt. A discussion needs to be held about how the Authority will be allocating
the expenses going forward.
Commissioner Backlund
said that discussion was held regarding the landfill and wetland
that was covered up. He doesnwhat year this was built, maybe He asked
if a date was provided if they would know if the fill is there.
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Mr. Bolin
replied that the arena construction started the first building in 1968 and 2
building in 1971 or 1972. When Anoka County bought the land they bought it from a small
regional railroad. It looks like a lot of the fill came in 1964 and 1965. The air photos show a
lot of construction happening down there in the same time frame.
MOTION
by Commissioner Backlund to Authorize Staff to Solicit Bids for Demolition of
7011 University Avenue NE. Seconded by Commissioner Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Informational Items
1.Housing and Loan Update
Paul Bolin,
HRA Assistant Executive Director, reported that one loan was closed for a total
of 10 year to date and there was one remodel advisor visit making a total of 5 year to date.
There were 11 Home Energy Squad visits for a total of 84 year to date.
Adjournment
MOTION
by Commissioner Holm to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner Eggert.
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UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING
ADJOURNED AT 7:52 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Krista Peterson, Recording Secretary
ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING OF NOVEMBER 6, 2014
Date: October 29, 2014
To: Wally Wysopal, City Manager / Executive HRA Director
From: Paul Bolin, Asst. Executive HRA Director
Subject: Public Hearing - Sale of 521 Fairmont - HRP
Mike Nelson, of Habitat for Humanity, has submitted a lot reservation agreement to
build a new home on the lot located at 521 Fairmont Street.
Habitat plans to build a two-level home with just over 1,400 square feet of finished living
area. The home will have 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The exterior of the home will
utilize a blend of maintenance free materials and incorporate stone on the front of the
home.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution, authorizing the sale of the lot to
Habitat for Humanity for $30,000.
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
HRA RESOLUTION NO. 2014-___
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY BY THE
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners (the "Commissioners") of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridley, Minnesota (the "Authority") as follows:
Section 1. Recitals.
1.01. It has been proposed that the Authority sell certain residential property (the "Property") described
below:
PIN: Street Address
03-30-24-23-0088 521 Fairmont Street NE
Section 2. Findings.
2.01. The Authority hereby finds that it has approved and adopted a development program known as
the Modified Redevelopment Plan for its Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the "Redevelopment
Program") pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.001 et seq.
2.02. The Authority hereby finds that it has approved and adopted a Housing Replacement District
Plan (the "Plan") and created Housing Replacement District No. 1, pursuant to and in accordance
with Laws of Minnesota 1995, Chapter 264, Article 5, Sections 44 through 47; Laws of
Minnesota 1996, chapter 471, article 7, section 22; Laws of Minnesota 1997, chapter 231, article
10, section 13; Laws of Minnesota 2002, chapter 377, article 7, section 6; Laws of Minnesota
2008, chapter 154, article 9, section 19, and Laws of Minnesota 2010, Chapter 216, Section 42
2.03. The Authority hereby finds that it has performed all actions required by Minnesota Statutes for
the sale of the Property.
2.04. The Authority hereby finds that the sale of the Property promotes the objectives as outlined in its
Redevelopment Program and the Plan.
Section 3. Approval of the Sale.
3.01 The sale of the Property is hereby approved for a price of not less than $30,000.
HRA Resolution 2014-__Page 2
Section 4. Authorization for Execution and Delivery.
4.01. The Chairman, the Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director are hereby
authorized to execute and deliver any documents necessary to effect the sale of the
Property.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND
FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, THIS 6th DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2014.
_____________________________________
LAWRENCE R. COMMERS - CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
____________________________________________
PAUL BOLIN - ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING OF NOVEMBER 6, 2014
Date: October 29, 2014
To: Wally Wysopal, City Manager / Executive HRA Director
From: Paul Bolin, Asst. Executive HRA Director
Subject: Public Hearing - Sale of 281 57th Place - HRP
Igor Migalyuk, has submitted a lot reservation agreement to build a new home on the lot
located at 281 57th Place. The buyer has not yet submitted building plans, but will
within the next two weeks.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution, authorizing the sale of the lot to
Mr. Migalyuk for $30,000, provided that home plans meeting the requirements of the
Housing Replacement Program are provided to and approved by staff prior to closing.
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
HRA RESOLUTION NO. 2014-___
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY BY THE
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners (the "Commissioners") of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridley, Minnesota (the "Authority") as follows:
Section 1. Recitals.
1.01. It has been proposed that the Authority sell certain residential property (the "Property") described
below:
PIN: Street Address
23-30-24-23-0164 281 57th Place NE
Section 2. Findings.
2.01. The Authority hereby finds that it has approved and adopted its Redevelopment Plan for its
Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the "Redevelopment Program") pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Section 469.001 et seq.
2.02. The Authority hereby finds that it has approved and adopted TIF District #18, Gateway West,
pursuant to and in accordance with Minnesota State Statutes.
2.03. The Authority hereby finds that it has performed all actions required by Minnesota Statutes for
the sale of the Property.
2.04. The Authority hereby finds that the sale of the Property promotes the objectives as outlined in its
Redevelopment Program and the Plan.
Section 3. Approval of the Sale.
3.01 The sale of the Property is hereby approved for a price of not less than $30,000.
HRA Resolution 2014-__Page 2
Section 4. Authorization for Execution and Delivery.
4.01. The Chairman, the Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director are hereby
authorized to execute and deliver any documents necessary to effect the sale of the
Property.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND
FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, THIS 6th DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2014.
_____________________________________
LAWRENCE R. COMMERS - CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
____________________________________________
PAUL BOLIN - ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING OF NOVEMBER 6, 2014
Date: October 29, 2014
To: Wally Wysopal, City Manager / Executive HRA Director
From: Paul Bolin, Asst. Executive HRA Director
Subject: Public Hearing - Sale of 611 Buffalo Street NE
Allen Hoffer, owner of 581 Buffalo Street, has submitted an offer to purchase the HRA
owned lot located at 611 Buffalo Street. Mr. Hoffer owns the adjacent property and
would like to add this additional 50 foot wide lot to his property.
The property is located in the flood plain and has been flooded a number of times over
the years. The lot sits across the street from a large flood mitigation pond installed by
the City in the 1990's. The City Public Works and Planning Staff discourage anyone
from building a home on the site because of its location in the flood fringe.
After reviewing Mr. Hoffer's request, it was determined that the best use for the property
would be for him to increase the size of his yard. Sale of this lot will put the parcel back
on to the tax rolls and eliminate the expense of mowing the lot ($35/mowing). We will
require that Mr. Hoffer combine the parcels so that the lot at 611 Buffalo cannot have
an additional home built on it in the future.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution, authorizing the sale of the lot to
Mr. Hoffer for $10,000 and requiring the parcel be combined with Mr. Hoffer's property
at 581 Buffalo Street.
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
HRA RESOLUTION NO. 2014-___
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY BY THE
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners (the "Commissioners") of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridley, Minnesota (the "Authority") as follows:
Section 1. Recitals.
1.01. It has been proposed that the Authority sell certain residential property (the "Property") described
below:
PIN: Street Address
03-30-24-32-0124 611 Buffalo Street NE
Section 2. Findings.
2.01. The Authority, in conjunction with City Engineering and Planning Staff, hereby finds that it is
not in the City's best interest to construct a home on the lot located at 611 Buffalo Street, as it is
located in the flood plain.
2.02. The Authority hereby finds that the best use for the property is to sell it to a neighboring
property, combining this property with the property at 581 Buffalo Street, for an expansion of
their yard area
2.03. The Authority hereby finds that it has performed all actions required by Minnesota Statutes for
the sale of the Property.
Section 3. Approval of the Sale.
3.01 The sale of the Property is hereby approved for a price of not less than $10,000.
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Section 4. Authorization for Execution and Delivery.
4.01. The Chairman, the Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director are hereby
authorized to execute and deliver any documents necessary to effect the sale of the
Property.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND
FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, THIS 6th DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2014.
_____________________________________
LAWRENCE R. COMMERS - CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
____________________________________________
PAUL BOLIN - ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Memorandum
DATE:
October 30, 2014
TO:
Wally Wysopal, City Manager / Executive Director of HRA
FROM:
Darin Nelson, Finance Director
Paul Bolin, Assistant Director of HRA
SUBJECT:
Approval of Preliminary 2015 Budget
On Thursday night, staff will present a draft of the 2015 budget for HRA review. Darin Nelson
and Paul Bolin will be available to answer any questions that the Commissioners may have on
the proposed budget. , and final TIF numbers from Anoka County, will lead to
staff making revisions to the draft budget and then presenting a final version for consideration at
the December HRA meeting.
The budget is divided into three separate categories. The General Fund covers the bulk of the
administrative and overhead costs of the HRA. The Housing Loan Program Fund covers the
housing related programs and services (CEE programs, etc.). The Capital Outlay Funds include
all of the tax increment (TIF) districts.
You will notice that an additional column labeled "2014 Revised" has been added to the budget
sheets. This was done to account for some large expenditures (Columbia Arena) that were not
accounted for when drafting the 2014 budget. This column also includes transfers between
different funds that will occur before the end of the year.
` ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING OF NOVEMBER 6, 2014
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FRIDLEY
DATE: October 29, 2014
TO: Wally Wysopal, City Manager 6�`
FROM: Scott J. Hickok, Community Development Director
Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive HRA Director
SUBJECT: MN DEED Contamination Cleanup Grant Application
INTRODUCTION
Hyde Development, has requested the Authority's assistance to obtain a second
grant through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic
Development's "Contamination Cleanup" grant program. As Hyde Development
moves forward with redeveloping the second phase of the BAE site, they have
identified a need for approximately $8M in grant funds. At this time, Hyde
Development has a deadline of November 4th to apply for$850,000 in this grant
funding cycle.
DEED's Contamination Cleanup program assists with contamination
investigations and cleanup of contamination in accordance with a Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency approved response action plan (RAP). This program
provides funding to sites that are the most likely to be redeveloped in the very
near future and its goal is to clean up contamination in order to allow a site to
retain and create new jobs.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution supporting Hyde
Development's application for a grant through DEED's Contamination Cleanup
Grant Fund.
HRA RESOLUTION 2014 -
RESOLUTION APPROVING APPLICATION TO ENTER INTO FUNDING
AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT (DEED) FOR GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR THE 4800 EAST RIVER
ROAD REDEVELOPMENT
BE IT RESOLVED that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridley
(hereafter Fridley HRA) act as the legal sponsor for project contained in the Contamination
Cleanup and Investigation Grant Program to be submitted on November 1, 2014 and that
Assistant Executive Director is hereby authorized to apply to the Department of Employment
and Economic Development for funding of this project on behalf of the Fridley HRA. .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fridley HRA has the legal authority to apply for
financial assistance, and the institutional,managerial, and financial capability to ensure adequate
project administration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the sources and amounts of the local match identified in the
application are committed to the project identified.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fridley HRA has not violated any Federal, State or local
laws pertaining to fraud,bribery, graft,kickbacks, collusion, conflict of interest or other unlawful
or corrupt practice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the state,the Fridley
HRA may enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota for the above referenced
project(s), and that the Fridley HRA certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and
regulation as stated in all contract agreements.
NOW,THEREFORE BE IT FINALLY RE50LVED that the Chauperson and the Executive
Director,are hereby authorized to execute such agreements as are necessary to implement the
project on behalf of the applicant.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE FRIDLEY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, THIS 6th DAY OF
NOVEMBER,2014.
LAWRENCE R. COMMERS,CHAIRPERSON
WITNESSED:
WALTER T. WYSOPAL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I CERTIFY THAT the above resolution was adopted by the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority in and for the City of Fridley,Minnesota on November 6, 2014.
DEB A. SKOGEN, CITY CLERK
ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING OF NOVEMBER 6, 2014
DATE: October 29, 2014
TO: Wally Wysopal, City Manager
FROM: Scott J. Hickok, Community Development Director
Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive HRA Director
SUBJECT: Met Council Tax Base Revitalization Account Grant Application
INTRODUCTION
Hyde Development, has requested the Authority
obtain a grant through the Metropolitan Council's Tax Base Revitalization
Account (TBRA) grant program, for the second phase of the Northern Stacks
Redevelopment project. Hyde Development has identified a need for
approximately $8M in outside grant funds to complete the second phase of the
BAE site. At this time, Hyde Development has a deadline of November 4th to
apply for $550,000 in this Met Council grant funding cycle.
The TBRA awards $5M annually to clean up contaminated land for
redevelopment. The goals of the program are to clean up polluted sites, increase
the local tax base, add jobs and support projects that are "poised for
development". The second phase of the BAE redevelopment accomplishes the
goals of the TBRA program by keeping a large tenant on site. The second phase
involves refurbishing and demolishing portions of the existing building. A copy of
the development phases is attached to this memorandum.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution supportingHyde
Development's application for a grant through the Metropolitan Council's Tax
Base Revitalization Account Grant Fund.
HRA RESOLUTION 2014 -
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO
THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL FOR THE TAX BASE REVITALIZATION
ACCOUNT FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 4800 EAST RIVER ROAD
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley is a participant in the Livable Communities Act's Local
Housing Incentives Account Program for 2014, as determined by the Metropolitan Council, and
is therefore eligible to make application for funds under the Tax Base Revitalization Account
(TBRA); and
WHEREAS Hyde Development has purchased the Northern Stacks Site, formerly BAE, located
at 4800 East River Road and has made substantial progress towards the industrial clean up and
redevelopment of this property; and
WHEREAS the 122 acre site is still heavily contaminated with pollution and the proposed uses
of the requested funds is consistent with goals of the TBRA; and
WHEREAS the Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority (Fridley HRA) has the legal
authority to apply for financial assistance, and the institutional, managerial, and financial
capability to ensure adequate project administration.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the
Metropolitan Council, the Fridley HRA may enter into an agreement with the Metropolitan
Council for the above referenced project(s), and that the Fridley HRA certifies that it will comply
with all applicable laws and regulation as stated in all contract agreements.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson and the Executive
Director,are hereby authorized to execute such agreements as are necessary to implement the
project on behalf of the applicant.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE FRIDLEY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, THIS 6th DAY OF
NOVEMBER, 2014.
_______
_______________________________________
LAWRENCE R. COMMERS, CHAIRPERSON
WITNESSED:
____________________________________
_
WALTER T. WYSOPAL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I CERTIFY THAT the above resolution was adopted by the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority in and for the City of Fridley, Minnesota on November 6th, 2014.
___________________________________
DEB A. SKOGEN, CITY CLERK
ACTION ITEM
HRA MEETING - NOVEMBER 6, 2014
Date: October 30, 2014
To: Wally Wysopal, City Manager / Executive HRA Director
From: Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive HRA Director
Subject: Amendment #2 to Development Agreement for Hyde Development
The Northern Stacks redevelopment project has been moving forward quickly and, as is
often the case in large phased redevelopments, the sequencing of some of the phasing
has changed. In order to accommodate an existing tenant on the site, what was
formerly phase 3 or 4, has now become phase 2. To accommodate the timeline
needed to move the project forward, some minor modifications are needed in the
development agreement.
Attached you will find a packet of information and a detailed memorandum from
Attorney Casserly regarding the necessary changes to the development agreement with
Hyde Development.
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution authorizing the amendment to
the contract for private redevelopment between the Authority and Hyde Development's
Fridley Land LLC.
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MEMORANDUM
To: Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridiey
Attn: Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director �
Attn: Wally Wysopal, Executive Director
From: James R. Casserly, Esq.
Date: October 30, 2014
Re: Second Amendment to the Fridley Land/HRA Contra�t for Private Redevelopment
Our File No. 9571-77
Attached is a Second Amendment to the Fridley Land LLC/HRA Contract for Private
Redevelopment (the "Agreement"). The Second Amendment allows the Authority
Grants to be issued on a more timely basis.
The Agreement currently provides that the Phase II $1,000,000 grant funds are not
available unti{ after the City has approved a building permit for the Phase II
improvements. The problem is that the Phase 11 building permit may not be issued until
February or March 2015. In the meantime substantial Authority grant funds are needed
to do required remediation.
To solve the timing problem, the Second Amendment provides that Authority Grant
funds will be available after the Redeveloper and BAE Systems have executed a lease
for the Phase II space. The execution of the lease is the actio� required by the
Redeveloper's Lender to allow additional construction funds to be made available.
Since the Second Amendment is amending the Agreement, as amended by the First
Amendment, we thought it would be helpful if we provided a Restated Article III which is
also enclosed. The language being changed is in Section 3.5 which is on page 3. The
changes proposed by the Second Amendment, which only affect Section 3.5(a)(2), are
blacklined to make them easier to follow.
The Authority grants are very secure since they are repaid from the already existing
taxes on the entire site.
To help facilitate the ongoing redevelopment, we recommend adoption of the Second
Amendment and will be available to answer any questions at the HRA meeting.
JRC/rl
MMB:4848-4844-8544,v. 1
Execution: November 6, 2014 "
SECOND AMENDMENT
TO THE
CONTRACT
� FOR
PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT
By and Between the
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
In and For
THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA
And
FRIDLEY LAND LLC
This document was drafted by:
James Casserly, Esq.
Monroe Moxness Berg PA
7760 France Ave South, Suite 700
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55435
952-885-1296
SECOND AMENDMENT
TO THE
� CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT
TH/S SECOND AMENDMENT is made on or as of this 6'h day of November, 2014,
by and between the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridiey,
Minnesota (the "Authority") and Fridley Land LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company
(the "Redeveloper").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the Authority and the Redeveloper entered into a Contract for Private
Redevelopment dated as of October 3, 2Q1.3 and a First Amendment to the Contract for
Private Redevelopment dated as of May 1, 2014 (the "First AmendmenY') (collectively the
"Contract") (Capitalized terms not defined in this Agreement are defined in the Contract);
and
WHEREAS, the Redeveloper is performing all of its obligations required by the
Contract and is ready to initiate the Phase II Minimum Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Authority is performing its obligations in accordance with the
Contract; and
WHEREAS,the Authority and Redeveloper desire to amend the Contract to further
the purposes set forth therein;
NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual obligations of
the parties hereto, the parties hereby agree as follows:
Section 1. Authoritv Grants - Timina. Section 2(a) of the First Amendment is
deleted and the following substituted in its place:
(a) $1,000,000 for Phase II: after the Redeveloper and BAE Systems
Land & Armaments LP have executed a lease for Phase II. In addition the
guarantee by Hyde Development LLC and Paul Hyde shall continue until the
new wall separating the Phase I( Minimum Improvements and the building
being demo(ished is under construction and a certificate of completion has
been issued for the first Phase I building.
Section 2. Agreement Supersedes Contract. The terms and conditions contained
in this Second Amendment shall supersede any conflicting provisions contained in the
Contract.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the Authority has caused this Second Amendment to the
Contract for Private Redevelopment to be duly executed in its name and behal#and the
Redeveloper has executed this Second Amendment to Contract for Private Redevelopment
on or as of the date first above written.
[Signature Pages Follow]
2
Dated:
HOUSiNG AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN
AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA
By
its
By
its
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
)ss
COUNTY OF ANOKA)
On this day of , 201 before me, a notary
public, personally appeared and
to me personally known who by me duly swom,did say
that they are the and
respectively, of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Fridley,
Minnesota, and acknowledged the foregoing instrument on behalf of said Authority.
Notary Public
Authority Signature Page
Second Amendment to Contract for Private Redevelopment
3
Dated: �
FRIDLEY LAND LLC
BY
Its
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF )
On this day of , 201 before me, a
notary public, personally appeared
of Fridley Land LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, and acknowledged the
foregoing instrument on behalf of said company.
Notary Public
Redeveloper Signature Page
Second Amendment to Contract for Private Redevelopment
MMB:4819-4081-0272,V. 1
4
RESTATED ARTICLE III
TO INCLUDE MAY 1ST 2014 FIRST AMENDMENT
AND BLACKLINED CHANGES PROPOSED BY THE 2ND AMENDMENT
ARTICLE III
Undertakinqs of AuthoriN and Redeveloper
Section 3.1. Undertakinqs. (a) The Redeveloper shall seek grants and shall
construct or cause to be constructed the Minimum Improvements, the Site
Improvements and the Public Improvements in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement.
(b) The Authority shall seek grants and disburse the proceeds, provide
Authority Grants, issue Notes and may issue Bonds in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement.
Section 3.2. Relocation. (a) The Redeveloper warrants and represents that it wifi
pay, or obtain written relocation waivers in a form satisfactory to the Authority regarding
all Relocation Costs. Any Relocation Costs paid by the Redeveloper are reimbursable
Eligible Costs.
(b) Without limiting the Redeveloper's obligations under Section 9.5, the
Redeveloper will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Authority, the City, and their
goveming body members, employees, agents, and contractors from any and all claims
for benefits or payments arising out of the relocation or displacement of any person from
the Redevelopment Property as a result of the implementation of this Agreement.
Section 3.3. Environmental Undertakinqs. (a) The parties acknowledge that
MPCA has received the Redeveloper request for one or more VRAPs providing for
remediation of hazardous wastes and contaminants on the Redevelopment Property. A
separate VRAP may be issued for each Phase or a single VRAP issued for the
Redevelopment Property and then amended or modified for each Phase. Redeveloper
shall promptly undertake remediation and any other actions required under the VRAPs,
subject to the reimbursement as further described in this Agreement.
(b) The Redeveloper acknowledges that the Authority makes no
representations or warranties as to soil and environmental condition on the
Redevelopment Property or the fitness of the Redevelopment Property for construction
of the Minimum Improvements or any other purpose for which the Redeveloper may
make use of such property, and that the assistance provided to the Redeveloper under
this Agreement neither implies any responsibility by the Authority or the City for any
contaminatian of the Redevelopment Property or poor soil conditions nor imposes any
obligation on such parties to participate in any cleanup of the Redevelopment Property
and or correction of any soil problems (other than the financing described in this
agreement).
(c) Without limiting its obfigations under Section 9.5 of this Agreement the
Redeveloper further agrees that it will indemnify, defend, and hoid harmless the
Authority, the City, and their governing body members, officers, and employees, from
any claims or actions arising out of the presence, if any, of hazardous wastes or
pollutants existing on or in the Redevelopment Property unless and to the extent that
such hazardous wastes or pollutants are present as a result of the actions or omissions
of the indemnities. Further, Redeveloper expressly agrees that the provisions of the
VRAP are incorporated herein by reference. Nothing in this section will be construed to
limit or affect any limitations on liability of the City or Authority under State or federal
law, including without limitation Minnesota Statutes Sections 466.04 and 604.02.
Section 3.4. Grant Disbursement. (a) To finance a portion of the environmental
remediation costs on the Redevelopment Property, the Authority intends to obtain
grants from DEED and the Met Council and, in addition, will provide Authority Grants.
(b) The Authority will pay or reimburse the Redeveloper for Grant-Eligible
Costs from and to the extent of the grant proceeds from DEED, the Met Council and the
Authority Grants in accordance with the terms of the DEED Grant Agreement, the Met
Council Grant Agreement and HSS provisions of the Tax Increment Financing Act,
respectively, and the terms of this Section. Nofinrithstanding anything to the contrary
herein, if Grant-Eligible Costs exceed the amount to be reimbursed under this Section,
such excess shall be the sole responsibility of the Redeveloper except to the extent
reimbursable under the Notes.
(c) All disbursements will be made subject to the conditions precedent that on
the date of such disbursement:
(1) The. Authority has received a written statement from the
Redeveloper's authorized representative certifying with respect to each payment:
(a) that none of the items for which the payment is proposed to be made has
formed the basis for any payment previously made under this Section (or before
the date of this Agreement) or has been submitted as an Eligible Cost under
Section 3.5 hereof; (b) that each item for which the payment is proposed is a
Grant-Eligible Cost, including a statement specifying which grant is the eligible
funding source; and (c) the Redeveloper reasonably anticipates completion of the
Grant-Eligible Costs and the Minimum Improvements in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement.
(2) No Event of Default under this Agreement or event which would
constitute such an Event of Default but for the requirement that notice be given or
that a period of grace or time elapse, shall have occurred and be continuing.
(3) No license or permit necessary for undertaking the Grant-Eligible
Costs or construeting the Minimum Improvements shall have been revoked, or
the issuance thereof subjected to a challenge before any court or other
governmental authority having or asserting jurisdiction thereover that has been
finally determined in a manner adverse to Redeveloper's obligations hereunder.
(d) Whenever the Redeveloper desires a disbursement to be made hereunder,
which shall be no more often than monthly, the Redeveloper shall submit to the
Authority a draw request in the form attached as Schedule I duly executed on behalf of
the Redeveloper accompanied by invoices or other comparable evidence that the cost
has
been incurred and paid, or is payable by Redeveloper. Each draw request shall
constitute a representation and warranty by the Redeveloper that all representations
and warranties set forth in this Agreement are true and correct as of the date of such
draw request.
(e) If the Redeveloper has perFormed all of its agreements and complied with
all requirements theretofore to be performed or complied with hereunder, including
satisfaction of all applicable conditions precedent contained in Article III hereof, the
Authority shall make a disbursement to the Redeveloper in the amount of the requested
disbursement or such iesser amount as shall be approved, within finrenty (20) Business
Days after the date of the Authority's receipt of the draw request, or, if later, upon
receipt of grant proceeds from DEED or the Met Council or the Authority Grant, as the
case may be. Each disbursement shall be paid from the grant designated by the
Authority at its discretion, subject to the Authority's determination that the relevant
Grant-Eligibte Cost is payable from the designated source under the DEED Grant
Agreement and the Met Council Grant Agreement or the HSS provisions of the Tax
Increment Act and this Agreement.
(fl The making of the final disbursement by the Authority under this Section
for each Phase shall be subject to the condition precedent that the Redeveloper shall be
in compliance with all conditions set forth in this Section and further, that the Authority
shall have received a lien waiver from each contractor for all work done and for all
materials furnished by it for the Grant-Eligible Costs attributable to such Phase.
(g) The Authority may, in its sole discretion, without notice to or consent fram
any other party, waive any or all conditions for disbursement set forth in this Article.
However, the making of any disbursement prior to fulfillment of any condition therefor
shall not be construed as a waiver of such condition, and the Authority shall have the
right to require fulfillment of any and all such conditions prior to authorizing any
subsequent disbursement.
Section 3.5. Authoritv Grants. (a) The Authority shall provide the Authority
Grants in the following amounts at the times indicated:
(1) $1,000,000 for Phase I: upon (i) City Council Final Rezoning approval of
the Redevelopment Property to S2 Redevelopment District; and (ii) the
Redeveloper executing a note to the Authority (the "Redeveloper Note") in
the amount of $1,000,000 with interest at three and a half percent (3.5%)
per annum guaranteed by Hyde Development LLC and its principal
shareholder. The Redeveloper Note and any accrued interest shall be
deemed paid in full upon the commencement of the pouring of concrete in
connection with the installation of the footings or foundation for the first
Phase i building.
(2) $1,000,000 for Phase II: after the
�+#Redeveloner �and BAE Svstems Land & Armaments LP have
executed a lease for�#e Phase II
. In addition the guarantee by
Hyde Development lLC and Paul Hyde sha{I continue until the new wall
separating the Phase II Minimum Improvements and the building being
demolished is under construction— and a certificate of comoletion has
been issued for the first Phase I buildina.
(3) $1,000,000 for Phase III: upon the occurrence of either (A) a certificate of
completion is issued for a Phase I building or (B)footings are commenced
for both Phase I buildings and the Phase II wall described in Section 2(a)
above is under construction.
(4) $1,500,000 for Phase IV: after substantial completion of any two Phases.
(b) The Authority's limitations in providing the Authority Grants inctude the
following:
(1)The Authority's source of funds for the Authority Grants are interfund
loans. The principal balance plus accrued interest of such interFund loans
shall not exceed $3,500,000. The repayment of the interfund loans from
the tax increment revenues generated by the HSS shall use the following
assumptions: interest rate, three and a half percent (3.5%) per annum;
administrative expenses, five percent (5.0%) of available HSS tax
increments; reserve fund, seven and a half percent (7.5%) of available
HSS tax increments; payments, semiannually. The Authority Grant
Scenarios attached a's Schedule J reflect the interfund loan balances
using Slow Buildout and Fast Buildout scenarios as described therein.
(2) Any Authority Grant that results in the balance exceeding $3,500,000 shall
be delayed and may only be made on February 1 or August 1 and in the
amount that such balance will not be exceeded.
(3) Substantial completion of a Phase occurs when Certificates of Completion
are issued for each building in that Phase except the last building in each
Phase need only be enclosed.
(4) Authority Grants not needed for an earlier Phase are available for a
subsequent Phase.
(5) In the event that Grant Eligible costs are recovered from a third party and
the Authority Grants are reimbursed, then additional Authority Grants will
be available for subsequent Phases in accordance with the limitations
noted above.
(6) The total of the authority Grants to the Redeveloper to be paid from the
HSS, by interfund loans, shall not exceed $4,500,000 plus any recovered
costs with the principal outstanding balance of the interFund loans, plus
accrued interest, not to exceed $3,500,000 using the assumptions noted
above.
(7) The HSS shall have been certified by the County.
Section 3.6. Issuance of Notes. (a) The Redeveloper and Authority agree and
understand that Redeveloper expects to incur certain costs in excess of proceeds of the
grants described in Section 3.4 and 3.5. In order to reimburse the Redeveloper for such
additional costs and for the other Eligible Costs, the Authority shall issue and the
Redeveloper shaU purchase the Notes. The terms of the Notes, including maturity and
payment dates, will be substantially those set forth in the form of the Note shown in
Schedule E. The Notes will bear interest at the greater of 0°lo per annum, or the actual
"blended rate" on the loan or loans Redeveloper obtains from the State or lending
institutions to initially finance the Eiigibfe Costs, such rate being the "Note Interest
Rate". The blended rate shall be the weighted average interest rate on the loans, based
on their respective rates and originaf principal amounts. The Authority agrees and
understands that Redeveloper may pledge the Notes as collateral to Redeveloper's
State loans, and agrees to issue the Notes in such denominations as Redeveloper
requests to facilitate such pledge; provided that the minimum denomination for aN Notes
shall be $100,000. The Notes will be dated as of the date of delivery, and interest wi11
accrue from such date.
(b) Before issuance and delivery of each Note, Redeveloper must submit to
the Authority one or more certificates signed by the Redeveloper's duly authorized
representative, containing the following: (i) a statement that each cost identified in the
certificate is an Eligible Cost, incurred after the date of this Agreement and that no part
of such cost has been included in any previous certification under this Section or in any
draw request under Section 3.4; (ii) evidence that each identified cost has been paid or
incurred by or on behalf of the Redeveloper; (iii) a statement that no uncured Event of
Default by the Redeveloper has occurred and is continuing under the Agreement, and
(iv) evidence of Redeveloper's interest rate on State or private loans as described in
paragraph (a) of this Section. The Authority may, if not satisfied that the conditions
described herein have been met, return any certificate with a statement of the reasons
why it is not acceptable and requesting such further documentation or clarification as
the Authority may reasonably require. The Authority will deliver each Note upon receipt
and approval of certificates evidencing the relevant Eligible Costs in at least the
principal amount of the Note.
(c) The Redeveloper understands and acknowledges that the Authority
makes no representations or warranties regarding the amount of Available Tax
Increment, or that revenues pledged to the Notes will be sufficient to pay the principal
and interest on any Note. Any estimates of Tax Increment prepared by the Authority or
its financial advisors in connection with the TIF District or this Agreement are for the
benefit of the Authority, and are not intended as representations on which the
Redeveloper may rely. If the Eligible Costs exceed the principal, amount of the Notes,
such excess costs are the sofe responsibility of Redeveloper.
(d} In addition to the limitations above, the following limitations shall apply to
the issuance of the Notes:
(1) Only Avai{able Tax Increment shall be pledged.
(2) On the Reconciliation Date interest rates for each Note will continue at the
applicable Note Interest Rate. However, any Note payable to the
Redeveloper and not pledged or used as security with the State or a
lending institution will have an initial interest rate equivalent to the yield of
ten year treasury notes on the date of issue plus two percent (2%); and
these Notes will have their interest rates adjusted on the Reconciliation
Date to the yield of 10 year treasuries on that date plus two percent(2%).
(3)The term of any Note may not extend more than 32 days beyond the
duration of the Tax Increment District.
(4)All Notes will be issued on a parity basis.
(5) Any amounts unpaid at the maturity date shall be deemed paid in full.
(6)The first Note, at Redeveloper's request, can be issued upon the
commencement of the first Phase I building. Commencement means the
installation of the footings.
(7) Subsequent Notes shall only be issued upon the completion of a Phase.
A Phase is completed when each building in that Phase has received a
Certificate of Completion.
(8) Notes shall not be issued after the Reconciliation Date.
(9) The Reports required by Section 4.4 shall have been received by the
Authority and no Note shall be issued if it will result in an "Excess
Percentage" as defined in Section 3.12.
(e) The Aggregate principal of the Notes shall not exceed the lesser of (i) the
Eligible Costs or (ii) the present value of the Available Tax Increment from the Phase(s)
for which Certificates of Completion have been issued or (iii) $20,000,000. The
Authority's financial advisor, in consultation with the Redeveloper, shall use reasonable
assumptions in making the present value analysis including Note Interest Rate(s)
described in Section 3.6 (d) above and will assume no inflation and market values
determined by the County Assessor. Eligible Costs not reimbursed by a Note issued for
an earlier Phase may be reimbursed by a Note issued in a subsequent Phase.
Section 3.7. Issuance of Bonds. The Authority understands that the majority of
the Eligible Costs will be paid by Redeveloper borrowing funds from a lending institution
and pledging Notes and that there will be practical limitations on the amounts of funds
that can be obtained in this manner. The Redeveloper will be asking the Authority, after
completion of a Phase, to issues Bonds to replace the Notes to allow the Redeveloper
to secure additional funding. While acknowledging the foregoing, the Authority, in its
sole discretion, may issue bonds as follows:
(a) Bonds will either be taxable or tax exempt as allowed by law in amounts
that meet reasonable underwriting standards and upon terms then
available in the public marketplace.
(b) Bond proceeds may only be used to refund or replace Notes.
(c) Bonds will be issued on a parity basis, will be payable only from Availabte
Tax Increment and will not be a general obligation of the City, County,
State or any other political subdivision.
(d) Bonds may be issued with each Phase but only in the tax payable year in
which all buildings in that Phase have their fully constructed market value.
(e)The Authority will cooperate with the Redeveloper in the selection of an
undervvriter in the event Bonds are issued. The Authority will consult with
the Redeveloper regarding timing, terms; coverage, reserves and costs of
issuance of any Bonds.
Section 3.8. Application of Tax Increment. Available tax increment will be applied
in the following priority:
(a) Authority's administrative fee of 10%
(b) Bonds
(c) Notes
Section 3.9. EPA Loans. Subject to the limitations in this Article III, the Authority
will cooperate with the Redeveloper in its efforts to obtain low interest EPA clean-up
loans by issuing Notes to the purchaser or lender.
Section 3.10. Business Subsidv. Provisions. (a) The parties agree and
understand that the assistance provided to Redeveloper in this Agreement (including
both grant proceeds and issuance of Notes) does not constitute a "business subsidy"
under the Business Subsidy Act, because the grants and Note represent assistance that
is exempt from the Business Subsidy Act under Sections 116J.993, Subdivision 3,
clauses (4) and (8). '
(b) Redeveloper acknowledges that under Section 116J.994, subdivision 7(c)
of the Business Subsidy Act, the Redeveloper is nevertheless required to file annual
reports containing the information described therein. If the Redeveloper fails to timely
file any required report, the Authority will mail the Redeveloper a waming within one
week after the required filing date. If, after 14 days of the postmarked date of the
warning, the Redeveloper faiis to provide a report, the Redeveloper must pay to the
Authority a penalty of $100 for each subsequent day until the report is filed. The
maximum aggregate penaity payable under this Section is $1,000.
Section 3.11. Repavment. of DEED or Met Council Grants. The Redevefoper
sha{I repay to the Authority any portion of such grants that the Authority is required to
repay for DEED or Met Council Grants resulting from Redeveloper's actions in violation
of the terms of the applicable grant agreement.
Section 3.12. Reqavment of Assistance. (a) On the Reconciliation Date the
Redeveloper shall deliver to the Authority evidence of its annualized cumulative internal
rate of return from the Redevelopment Property and the Minimum Improvements related
thereto (the "IRR"), calculated as of the Reconciliation Date. The IRR shall be
calculated with equity, revenues and expenses all determined in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles, provided that the amount of Redeveloper's
equity must exclude any developer's fee in excess of 7.0 percent of total development
costs. The IRR calculation shall include the Eligible Costs paid by the Redeveloper and
not reimbursed by grants, HSS Grants or Notes.
(b) The amount by which the IRR exceeds 14.0 percent(14%) is a
percentage referred to as "Excess Percentage." Fifty percent(50%)of the Excess
Percentage shall be credited to the reduction of the principal plus accrued interest of the
Notes in reverse order of their issuance as of the Reconciliation Date.
(c) For purposes of caicuiating revenues for the IRR from sales of property
the following adjustments shall be made:
(1) If property (improved or unimproved) is sold to an unrelated party in an
arm's length transaction, those prices will be determinative of the sales
price. The Redeveloper will certify to the City that such party would be
considered unrelated under applicable lnternal Revenue Code regulations.
(2) If property is sold to a related party (as defined in Internal Revenue Code
regulations), the property sale price will be determined by agreement
befinreen the Authority and Redeveloper or, if agreement cannot be
reached, the sale price will be the higher of an appraisal conducted by an
appraiser mutually agreeabie to the parties or the actual sale price. This
provision is not applicable to a transfer befinreen the Land LLC and a
Building LLC as defined in Article I as part of the definition of Redeveloper.
(3) For property still owned by the Redeveloper on the Reconciliation Date, an
"imputed" sales price based on an appraisal, or other method acceptable
to both parties for valuing the property or its rate of return, will be used.
Section 3.13. Other Grants. In the event the Authority is able to obtain grants
from any other source, the disbursement of such grant proceeds shall be subject to the
terms of this Agreement and in particular Section 3.4 Grant Disbursement.
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Fridley HRA
Housing Program Summary
Cover Page
November 6, 2014 HRA Meeting
ReportDescription
Loan Application Summary Loan application activity (e.g. mailed
out, in process, closed loans) for Sep. to
Oct. 15th and year-to-date.
Loan Origination Report Monthly loan originations and year-to-
date.
Remodeling Advisor Shows the number of field appointments
scheduled and completed for the
Remodeling Advisor Services
administered by Center for Energy and
Environment.
Home Energy Squad Shows number of home energy squad
visits.
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FRIDLEY HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
November 6, 2014
Non-Agenda
Update
1. Building Permit Monthly Report - October 2012
The report for October was not available at the time of creating this packet. The October report will be
distributed at next week's meeting.
2. JLT Site / Northstar Transit TIF District
Last month I reported that staff and the Planning Department met with a group that was interested in
purchasing the JLT Site. The group proposed to construct 2 large office warehouse buildings on the site
that did not meet the City's Zoning Code or provide the density desired and envisioned for the site. After
making minor revisions to the site plan, it became clear that thproduct, were not a
good fit for the site and are no longer pursuing the parcel.
Staff has heard from the broker that there are at least 2 more p
property, more in line with the City's Comprehensive Plan visionfor the site. Staff will keep you updated
as we learn more.
3. Columbia Arena
No City or Authority staff have heard from Bill Fogerty, Columbia Arena owner, since he received City
Council approval for the SUP and plat needed for his proposed senior housing project on September
10th.
4. BAE / RER Update
Staff has had an additional meeting with Mr. Hyde, his consultan. Mr. Hyde's consultants
are starting on the AUAR and Mr. Hyde is filing the paperwork fo
for innovative businesses. A follow up meeting is tentatively set to take place on Tuesday October 30th.
5. Gateway Northeast
Over the past month staff has worked with legal counsel on a draft re
former Sinclair Site. David McNutt, McNutt Companies, is propos
new retail space. There are still many moving pieces to this puzzle and details to finalize before the
agreement is ready for action by the Authority.
Staff also expects proposals from 2 other groups, over the next
land.
The Non-Agenda Update is simply a means for Staff to provide the Authority information on items that
are not regular agenda items. Topics covered include proposed pr
existing projects, construction updates and other items that mayt not
requiring public discussion or action. If there are any items yo
the Non-Agenda Update please send me an e-mail. bolinp@ci.fridley.mn.us
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