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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/4/2025 Housing and Redevelopment Authority December 4, 2025 7:00 PM Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue NE Minutes Call to Order Chairperson Showalter called the Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present Elizabeth Showalter Gordon Backlund Troy Brueggemeier Frank Inamagua Rachel Schwankl Absent Others Present Tammy Omdal, Development Consultant Joe Starks, Finance Director Nancy Abts, Senior Planner Stacy Stromberg, HRA Assistant Executive Director Paul Bolin, HRA Executive Director Action Items 1. Approval of Expenditures Motion by Commissioner Brueggemeier to approve the expenditures. Seconded by Commissioner Backlund. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Showalter declared the motion carried unanimously. 2. Approval October 2, 2025, Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Inamagua to approve the meeting minutes of October 2, 2025, as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Schwankl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Showalter declared the motion carried unanimously. 4. Approval of TIF District #27 Rivers Edge Housing and Redevelopment Authority Minutes Page 2 12/4/2025 Tammy Omdal, Development Consultant, stated that an application has been received from Endeavor Development for TIF assistance, which the HRA reviewed at its last work session. She presented additional information on the boundaries of TIF District 27, the condition of the project site, the TIF Plan for District 27, an analysis of the TIF request, and the terms for assistance to the developer. She provided additional details on the key steps in the TIF approval process. Commissioner Backlund asked if there had been a review of the water level in this area. Evan Matson, Endeavor Development, replied that the water level is one of the primary reasons they are present, as the site currently has regional flooding. He stated that the redevelopment would help to alleviate the flooding issue. He provided additional details on the information gained through the geotechnical review, noting that the main issue occurs with rain events. Commissioner Schwankl asked for more information on the tenant(s) that would be envisioned for the space. Mr. Matson provided information on the projects Endeavor has developed, or is developing, over the past five years, noting a variety of users and different-sized businesses. He provided external renderings, site plan, and character images. Commissioner Brueggemeier commented that during the work session, an Amazon distribution center was mentioned as a possibility, and concerns arose because of the truck traffic that is generated from that type of facility, noting the City’s experience with the Target distribution center. Mr. Matson commented that if that type of user wanted to come to this space, they would need to reorient the site, as this is designed for a smaller, local user. Chair Showalter commented that she was pleased to see the 12-year TIF, as that was discussed during the work session. Commissioner Inamagua asked for information on the project timeline. Mr. Matson replied that they would close on the property in January and reviewed the anticipated development timeline, noting that the tenant would begin to occupy the space in the fourth quarter of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. Motion by Commissioner Brueggemeier to approve HRA Resolution No. 2025-10, Authorizing Modification of the Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Project No. 1 and the Tax Increment Financing Plans for Tax Increment Financing Districts Nos. 6, 11-13 and 17-26 to Reflect Increased Project Costs and Increased Bonding Authority within Redevelopment Project No. 1, Creating Tax Increment Financing District No. 27, and Adopting a Tax Increment Financing Plan Relating Thereto. Seconded by Commissioner Schwankl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Showalter declared the motion carried unanimously. 3. Approval of 2026 Budget Housing and Redevelopment Authority Minutes Page 3 12/4/2025 Joe Starks, Finance Director, presented the proposed 2026 budget with additional details related to the general fund budget, expenditures, revenues, and other items of interest. He recommended approval of the HRA budget as presented. Motion by Commissioner Inamagua to approve the 2026 HRA budget as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Schwankl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Showalter declared the motion carried unanimously. Informational Items 5. Homeowner Grant Program Update Nancy Abts, Senior Planner, presented an update on the homeowner grant programs. She reviewed plans for 2026, including the open house planned for February 12, 2026. Commissioner Brueggemeier thanked staff for the update, noting that it is nice to see the before and after pictures to see the benefit of the programs. He asked if funds remain in the program because of a lack of applications or whether the applications received have not been qualified. Ms. Abts replied that it is easy to plan for projects, but it can be more challenging for a homeowner to execute a project. She stated that people apply for the program in April or March, and sometimes things arise that prevent the project from being completed. She stated that over $100,000 was requested, which exceeds the program balance of $75,000. She noted that they do work with homeowners on extensions, and sometimes a homeowner withdraws and comes back the next year. Commissioner Inamagua asked if there are common projects that are denied, and suggested that perhaps that list be shared with residents. Ms. Abts explained that the projects are intended to help beautify the community, whereas typical maintenance items could qualify for one of the loan programs. She noted that there is a list of qualifying beautification projects. Commissioner Backlund asked about windows, noting that can save on energy use as well. Ms. Abts replied that Home Energy Squad visits are available for residents to learn about energy efficiency in their homes. 6. Update on Housing Programs Stacy Stromberg, HRA Assistant Executive Director, provided an update on the November loan activity as well as year-to-date information on the loans and programs. Adjournment Motion by Commissioner Brueggemeier to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Backlund. Housing and Redevelopment Authority Minutes Page 4 12/4/2025 Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chairperson Showalter declared the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul Bolin, Staff Liaison