Resolution No. 2024-188, Accepting the Award of Community Development Block Grant Funds for a Public Facility
Resolution No. 2024-188
Accepting the Award of Community Development Block Grant Funds for a Public Facility
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to be Generally Located at 110 77 Way NE
Whereas, the City of Fridley’s (City) plans to re-use its Fire Station No. 3 As a Center for the Arts;
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Whereas, in October 2024 the North Suburban Center for the Arts vacated the building; and
Whereas, in August 2024, staff along with Rust Architecture developed a conceptual design for
an accessible vestibule for the building; and
Whereas, in early September a final budget was prepared for the project; and
Whereas, on September 17, Staff submitted its application to Anoka County in compliance with
the Requirements of Anoka County and the Federal Department of Housing and Urban
Development; and
Whereas, the City has identified a timeline for completion with a five-month expectation of
completion from the award date of a contract; and
Whereas, this building is anticipated to now be occupied by the Rumriver Art Center and will
provide both exhibit space for art and as important will provide accessible classroom
opportunities for all individuals which is a priority for their organization and our City, serving a
low-moderate income community; and
Whereas, the City believes that the project needs can be met through the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program that is administered by Anoka County.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the City Council of the City of Fridley herby:
1. Accepts up to $350,000 of Community Development Block Grant funds for the project;
2. Authorizes City Staff to execute all documents necessary to secure said CDBG funds.
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Passed and Adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 23day of December,
2024
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Scott J. Lund – Mayor
Attest:
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Melissa Moore – City Clerk