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Administrðtor
Judy Weyrens
Moyor
Richord CoJbom
Councilors
AI Rãssier
Ross Rieke
Renee Symdnietz
Dole Wick
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CITY OF ST. JOSEPH
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www.cityofstjoseph.com
St. Joseph Economic Development Authority
Meeting'Notice
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
3:00 p.m. City Hall
1. Call to Order.
2. Approval of Agenda.
3. Approval of Minutes.
a. March 16, 2005.
4. Financial Report.
a. Approval of Accounts Payable.
b. Financial Report '
5. Business. i
a. Southern Corridor Study: Update.
b. Market Study for Downtbwn.
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6. Director Report. ,
a. Prospect List/Activity Re'port.
b. MIF Progress Report
7. Board Member Announcements.
8. Adjournment.
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CITY OF ST JOSEPH
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Meeting Minutes - Wedn~sday, March 16, 2005
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Present EOA Board Members Richard Cartbom, Bruce Gohman, Ken Jacobson, Ross Rieke and Tom
Skahen. '
Also present: Cynthia Smith-Strack of Municipal Oevelbpment Group.
Chair Rieke called the regular meeting of the St. Joseph EDA to order at 3:03 p.m.
Agenda.
Chairperson Rieke introduced the agenda.
agenda as presented. Motion carried $0.
Approval of Minutes. i
EDA Chair Rieke noted the minutes from the February ~eeting were included in the packet.
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Motion Gohman, seconded by Skahen to approve the February 16, 2005 Regular EDA minutes as
presented. Motion approved $0. 1
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Moved by Gohman seconded by Carlbom to approve the
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Strack provided an overvi~w of the accounts payable for February 2005 in the
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Motion by Carlbom, second by Rieke to approve EDA accounts payable. The Board noted accounts
payable included dues to the St. Cloud Area Economic Development Partnership. Discussion followed
regarding the EDA's involvement in the Partnership âs approved by the City Council. Strack noted the
Council, not the EDA, sets the budget and therefor~ needed to approve the City's participation in the
SCAEDP. Motion carried 5--(). i
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Financial Report. 1
Rieke introduced the agenda item. Strack provided an 'overview of the financial reports for February.
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EDA Accounts Payable.
Rieke introduced the topic.
amount of $9,552.94.
Motion by Carlbom, second by Gohman to approve Ja~uary financial reports. Motion carried 5--().
2004 Business Subsidy Report. ,
Chairperson Rieke introduced the item. Strack noted ,MDG, Inc. completed the annual business subsidy
report for fiscal year 2004 and referenced a copy of ,the report distributed with. the packet. The report
details the progress of the beneficiary (in this case VicWest Steel/Jenysis) toward job creation and wage
goals upon which the business subsidy was conditioned. Strack reported the Vice President of Finance
for Jenysis certified to the City that the wageljob goals' had not only been met but exceeded. As itemized
in the report to DEED a total of 12 new employment positions paying not less than $10.00/hour were
created and 31 positions were retained. The joblwage goals were met prior to the two-year deadline
specified in the TIF agreement.
Update: Southern Collector Corridor Study i
Rieke introduced the agenda item. Strack provided an overview of her participation/interaction. in a
technical advisory committee (TAC) which was established in conjunction with a corridor study bein~
facilitated by the engineering firm WSB. Strack stated the latest TAC meeting occurred on March 9
when the T AC discussed a mission/purpose statement. considerations for the project and the impact of
future land use on the roadway. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 13"'. Meeting topics will
include the development of standardized criteria for evaluating alternatives presented in the study and the
convening of an open house to receive public input on ihe proposed alternatives.
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EOA Minutes - Marth 16,2005
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Comprehensive Plan Update for Proposed Expanded Joint Annexation Area.
Rieke introduced the topic. Strack noted that at the February EDA meeting the Board discussed priorities
for 2005. A prloñty selected related to proactively encouraging/participating in the expansion of the joint
annexation agreement with St. Joseph Township. Strack stated that a public hearing on the expanded
annexation area had not yet been convened by the Township and therefore discussion by the EDA was
preliminary and conceptual. Strack reported the Township was expected to mail individual notices to all
owners of property in the proposed expanded annexation area prior to a public hearing but that those
notices may not yet have been mailed.
Strack noted the proposed annexation area expansion requires a Comprehensive Plan amendment and
that the EDA could recommend items to be included in the Comprehensive Plan amendment relating to
future development. Board members received copies of a reference map and spreadsheet containing
property owner information, a topographic map, a future land use map and an aerial photo of the
annexation area.
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The EDA reviewed the handouts and discussed future land uses and staging of growth within the
proposed expanded annexation area. Gohman stated extension of the urban services area adjacent to
CSAH 75 appeared to be a better fit for industrial development initially than acreage abutting Interstate 94
which was not contiguous to existing growth at this time or presumably within the near future. Strack
noted municipal services were not extended to the westem corporate limits in the vicinity of Watab Creek
at this time which may be án issue.
The EDA discussed the impact the extension of CSAH 3 to CSAH 2 would have on the development of
the expanded joint annexation arèa and the timing of any/all future development. Board members
acknowtedged the importance of the future cotlector and the impact it would have on the expanded
annexation area depending on the route it followed. Strack noted the precise corridor for the projected
extension would coincide with a study of a northern easttwest collector which was set to begin later this
year, Board member Rieke noted the project was included in the Steams County capital improvement
plan for around year 2007.
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The EDA discussed the utility service provider in the joint annexation area in terms of participation in
industrial development. Strack produced a map which indicated Xcel Energy was the designated electric
utility provider for the entire expanded annexation area.
Gohman suggested the EDA look at promoting parcel number 17 on the key map included in the packet
(Puerlnger property) as a prloñty location for industrial development iflwhen the expanded annexation
area was approved.
Rieke inquired about the substation west of Watab Creek and how it related to the substation near Kay's
Kitchen. Carlbom noted he understood the substation near Kay's Kitchen would eventually be phased
out. City Administrator Weyrens briefly joined the meeting. Weyrens stated the substation by Kay's
Kitchen may have been planned to be phased out but was now expected to remain a permanent part of
the electric grid. .
Gohman asked Weyrens if looking for industrial expansion adjacent to CSAH 75 sooner than that
adjacent to 1-94 made sense to her. Weyrens indicated the EDA seemed to be on the right track.
Weyrens departed the meeting.
Strack reiterated that the township had not held a hearing on the expansion. of the joint annexation area
and the discussion thus far had been preliminary and conceptual. EDA Board members agreed.
Gohman stated that he thought it was some of the most productive discussion the EDA had had in a
while.
Director's Report.
Strack referred to the prospect list/activity report outlining communication with various contacts that was
included in the EDA packet.
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Board Member Announcements.
Gohman noted he will not be able to attend the Apñl
Adjournment
Motion by Skahen, seoonded by Gohman to adjourn.
EDA Minutes - March 16, 2005
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EDA meeting due to a schedule conflict
camed 5:0. Meeting adjourned at 4:31 p.m.
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CITY Of ST. JOSEPH
Administrõtor
Judy Weyrens
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April 13, 2005
MEMO TO:
St. Joseph Economic Devel~pment Authority
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Joanne Foust & Cynthia Smith-Strack, Municipal Development Group
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Moyer RE:
Richord C,~bom
Councilors
AI Rossler
Ross Rieke
Renee Symðnietz
Dole W.ck
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Accounts Payable - March 2005
March Financial Report 1
A. Accounts Payable: ,
Following are Accounts Payable for the EDA's Consideration.
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Payable To
MDG, Inc.
Total
For Fund
March Econ. Dev. Service 150-46500-300
Amount
$ 2,056.99
$ 2,056.99
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A MOTION is in order to approve the Accounts Payable.
B. Financial Report:
March financial reports for the EDA are follo~ing. The reports consist of:
1. EDA revenue to date.
2. EDA expenditures to date.
3. Check Register for February.
4. Fund Balances (Econ Dev. 150, TIF 1-3 155, TIF 1-4156 and RLF 250).
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It is noted the City Auditor (KDV & Assoc.) will be auditing the cities 2004 accounts the week of
April 11". The following will be included in the audit: Econ Dev. 150, TIF 1-3155, TIF 1-4156
and RLF 250.
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A MOTION is in order to approve the financial reports.
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INVOICE
MUNICIPAL DeVELoPMENT GROUP, INC.
25562 WIllOW LANE
NEW PRAGUE, MN 56071
952-758-7399
FAX: 952-758-3711
mdg@bevcomm.nét
City of St. Joseph
Attn: Judy Weyrens
City Administrator
PO 668
St. Joseph, MN 56374
Invoice Date 05--05-05 I Payment Terms: 30 days I Customer ID #: ST J05ED
Project March Economic Development Services
See attached detail
Amount: $1,750.0 Monthly contract fee-35 hrs
$ 306.99 758 miles x 0405
$2,056.99
Code to: 150-46500-300 for general EDA
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Remit To: Municipal Development Group, Inc.
25562 Willow Lane
New Prague, MN 56071
Dates-EDA
March 02, 2005 EDA Office Hours 7.25 hrs. C.Strack
March 09, 2005 EDA Office Hours 8.00 hrs C.Strack
March 16, 2005 EDA Office Hours & EDA Mtg 8.00 hrs. C. Strack
March 18, 2005 eDA Office Hours O. 50 hrs. J. Foust
March 23, 2005 EDA Office Hours 8.00 hrs. C.Strack
March 25, 2005 EDA Office Hours 1.00 hour C. Strack
March 30, 2005 EDA Office Hours 7.75 hours C. Strack
Total March, 2005 40.5 hours
Total MDG, Inc. 2005 Hours through March, 2005 = 103.50
Thank you! We appreciated the opportunity to worle with you!
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CITY OF ST JOSEPH
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EDA Report
March 31 2005
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2005 YTD March 2005
Account Deser Budget 2005 Amt YTD Amt Balance
FUND 150 Economic Development
E 150-46500-103 Legislative Bodies $700.00 $0.00 $0.00 $700.00
E 150-46500~151 Workers Compo $100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100.00
E 150w4650Q-200 Office Supplies $500.00 $30.87 $30.87 $469.13
E 150~46500-300 Professional $27,000.00 $2,052.94 $4.249.80 $22.750.20
E 150-46500-303 Engineering Fee $4,000.00 $19.50 $19.50 $3,980.50
E 150-46500-304 Legal Fees $1,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000.00
E 150-46500-321 Telephone $1,200.00 $27.05 $84.02 $1,115.98
E 150-46500-322 Postage $200.00 $4.49 $104.49 $95.51
E 150-46500-327 Tax Increment $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 150-46500-331 Travel & $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00
E 150-46500-340 Advertising $1,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000.00
E 150-46500-433 Dues & $7,500.00 $0.00 $7,500.00 $0.00
E 150-46500-582 Computer Software $300.00 $0.00 $0.00 $300.00
E 150-46500-587 Special Projects $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 150-46500w700 Mise $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FUND 150 Economic Development $44,000.00 $2,134.85 $11,988.68 $32,011.32
FUND 155 T'F 1-3 Borgert (SKN)
E 155-46500-300 Professional $935.00 $0.00 $0.00 $935.00
E 155-46500-327 Tax Increment $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 155-46500-340 Advertising $50.00 $0.00 $0.00 $50.00
.55-46500-600 Debt Service - $8,097.62 $0.00 $0.00 $8,097.62
;155-46500-611 Bond Interest $10,622.94 $0.00 $0.00 $10,622.94
55-46500-620 Agent Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FUND 155 TIF 1,3 Borgert (SKN) $19,705.56 $0,00 $0.00 $19,705.56
FUND 156 TIF 1-4 St. Joe Development
E 156-46500-300 Professional $4,900.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,900.00
E 156~46500-304 Legal Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 156-46500-327 Tax Increment $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 156-46500~340 Advertising $50.00 $0.00 $0.00 $50.00
E 156-46500-600 Debt Service - $28,199.00 $0.00 $0.00 $28,199.00
E 156-46500~611 Bond Interest $21,381.00 $0.00 $0.00 $21.381.00
E 156-46500-620 Agent Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FUND 156 TIF 1-481. Joe Development $54,530.00 $0.00 $0.00 $54,530.00
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund
E 250-46500~3Q4 Legal Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
E 250-46500-490 Revolving Loan $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
$118,235.56 $2,134.85 $11,988.68 $106,246.88
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EDA Revenues
March 31,2005
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SOURCE SOURCE Deser Budget Rev Revenue Balance of Budget
FUND 150 Economic Development
31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
31050 Tax Increment $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
34150 TIF/M'F DEPOSIT $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
34151 IDB DEPOSIT $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
36210 Interest Earnings $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
39201 Transfers from Other 544,000.00 $0.00 544,000.00 0_00%
FUND 150 Economic Development 544,000.00 $0.00 544,000.00 O.OO~
FUND 155 TIF 1·3 Borgert (SKN)
31050 Tax Increment $19,706.00 $0.00 $19,706.00 0.00%
39201 Transfers from Other $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
FUND 155 TIF 1-3 Borgert (SKN) $19,706.00 $0.00 $19,706.00 0.00%
FUND 156 TIF 1-4 St. Joe Development
31050 Tax Increment $54,530.00 $0.00 $54,530.00 0.00%
34150 TIF/MIF DEPOSIT $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
34151 lOB DEPOSIT $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
FUND 156 TIF 1-4·S1. Joe Development $54,530.00 $0.00 $54,530.00 0.00%
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund
33130 Federal Grants-Community $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
36210 Interest Earnings $0.00 $10.76 -$10.76 11.00% .
36212 CDAP Loan Interest $0.00 $197.29 -$197.29 0.00%
39312 CDAP Loan Proceeds $0.00 $1,349.69 -$1,349.69 0.00%
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund $0.00 $1,557.74 -$1,557.74 0.00%
$118,236.00 $1,557.74 $118,678.26 1.32%
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EDA Expehditures
March 31, 2005
YTD %
OBJ OBJ Deser Budget Exp Expense Balance of Budget
FUND 150 Economic Development
DEPART 46500 Economic Development Authority
103 Legislative Bodies $700.00 $0.00 $700.00 0.00%
151 Workers Compo ¡nsur. Pre.m. $100.00 $0.00 . $100.00 0.00%
200 Office Supplies $500.00 $30.87 $469.13 6.17%
300 Professional Services $27,000.00 $4,249.80 $22,750.20 15.74%
303 Engineering Fee $4,000.00 $19.50 $3,980.50 0.49%
304 Legal Fees $1,000.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 0.00%
321 Telephone $1,200.00 $84.02 $1,115.98 7.00%
322 Postage $200.00 $104.49 $95.51 52.25%>
327 Tax Increment Certification $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
331 Travel & Conference Expense $500.00 $0.00 $500.00 0.00%
340 Advertising $1,000.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 0.00%
433 Dues & Subscriptions $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $0.00 100.00%
582 Computer Software $300.00 $0.00 $300.00 0.00%
587 Special Projects $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
700 Mise $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
DEPART 46500 Economic Development $44,000.00 $11,988.68 $32,011.32 27.25%
FUND 150 Economic Development $44,000.00 $11,988.68 $32,011.32 27.25%
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FUND 155 TIF 1,3 Borgert (SKN)
DEPART 46500 Economic Development Authority
300 Professional Services $935.00 $0.00 $935.00 0.00%
327 Tax Increment Certification $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
340 Advertising $50.00 $0.00 $50.00 0.00%
. 600 Debt Service - Principal $8,097.62 $0.00 $8,097.62 0.00%
611 Bond Interest $10,622.94 $0.00 $10,622.94 0.00%
620 Agent Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
DEPART 46500 Economic Development $19,705.56 $0.00 $19,705.56 0.00%
DEPART 49301 Transfer to other Funds
700 Misc $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
DEPART 49301 Transfer to other Funds $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
FUND 155 TIF 1·3 Borgert (SKN) $19,705.56 $0.00 $19,705.56 0.00%
FUND 156 TIF 1-4 St. Joe Development
DEPART 46500 Economic Development Authority
300 Professional Services $4,900.00 $0.00 $4,900.00 0.00%
304 Legal Fees $0.00 $0.00 . $0.00 0.00%
327 Tax Increment Certification $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
340 Advertising $50.00 $0.00 $50.00 0.00%
600 Debt Service - Principal $28,199.00 $0.00 $28,199.00 0.00%
611 Bond Interest $21,381.00 $0.00 $21,381.00 0.00%
620 Agent Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
DEPART 46500 Economic Development $54,530.00 $0.00 $54,530.00 0.00%
FUND 156 TIF 1-4 St. Joe Development $54,530.00 $0.00 $54,530,00 0.00%
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund
DEPART 46500 Economic Development Authority
304 Legal Fees $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
490 Revolving Loan $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
DEPART 46500 Economic Development $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
FUND 250 Revolving Loan Fund $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 0.00%
. $118,235.56 $106,246.88 10.14%
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EDA Check Register
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March 31, 2005
CHECK # Search Name Comments FUNO DEPART Amount
PITNEY BOWES March Postage 150 46500 $4.49
MAIER TYPEWRITER SERVICE printer cartridge 150 46500 $30.87
035546 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT CORP eda contract hours 150 46500 $2,052.94
035560 STEARNS COUNTY RECORDER recording 150 46500 $19.50
035561 TDS METROCOM telephone 150 46500 $27.05
$2,134.85
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Administrðtor
Judy Weyrens
Moyer
Richord C,rlbom
Councilors
AI Rðssier
Ross Rieke
Renee Symðnietz
Dole W.ck
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CITY OF ST. JOSEP~
www.cityofstjoseph.com
Date:
April 13, 2005
Memo To:
EDA Board Members
Memo From:
Joanne Foust and Cynthia ,Smith-Strack, Municipal Development Group
Downtown Market Study
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MDG, Inc. contacted a development company it is working with in another community
regarding potential interest in downtown redevelopment project on April 6th. MDG met
with representatives from the development group on Friday, April 8th to tour the downtown
and discuss an updated development summary, future land use and potential synergies'
with other partners in the Downtown. The development group representatives questioned
whether or not a market analysis for dowillown had been conducted which would detail
the demand for mixed use facilities (retail ~treet level, professional office space, housing
component) along with the types of retail venues which may be preferable. The
development group representatives indicated they usually require such analysis prior to
investigating redevelopment possibilities. iMDG works with other communities who have'
provided such market analysis as a means' of supporting redevelopment efforts.
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In addition, as you are aware, Mayor Carlbom is appointing a downtown committeè. to
investigate redevelopment, image enhancement and design standards in the downtown.
Such market analysis may provide beneficial Information for the downtown committee as
well.
MDG estimates the cost of such a study typically completed by an specialized consulting
firm (e.g. Maxfield Research, AdMark, etc.) to be $10,000 to $15,000.
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MDG kindly requests discussion regarding 'a downtown market study.
Action
This item is for discussion purposes only.
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www.cityofstjoseph.com
Date:
April 13, 2005
Memo To:
EDA Board Members
Administfòtor Memo From:
Judy Weyrens
Joanne Foust and Cynthia Smith-Strack, Municipal Development Group
RE:
Update: Southern Collector Corridor Study
Moyer Background: '
R;chord Corlbön¡o.s the EDA is aware a technical advisory comrr1lttee (TAC) has been appointed to work with WSB on
a southern collector corridor study. The purpose of the TAC is to twofold: (1) To act as a conduit for
bringing information to the group represerited and (2) to bring information from the groLip
represented to WSB. The EDA is represented ,on the T AC by Strack. 1
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Dole W;ck The TAC discussed:
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1. Traffic forecasts as they relate to:
a. System Alternatives: Jade Road/l'94 interchange or TH 23 connection i
b. Field Street Alternatives: No build or Field StreetlCR121 to 20th Avenue andior Field
Street 20th Avenue to CSAH 2. I !
Additional information/analysis will be forthcoming. 1
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2. Alternative Evaluation Criteria. : : I
TAC reviewed proposed criteria for evaluating potential altematives (but did not apply the evaluation
criteria to potential alternatives): capacity/level of service; demographics (ability of facility to service
potential users by proximity of origins such as' residential areas to destinations such as employment,
schools, commercial areas and connections to major routes); safety; regional grid spacing (one mile
for arterials and y,; mile for collectors); encroachment on or severance of public lands is minimiz,!d;
encroachment on or removal of wetlands or other environmentally sensitive land is minimizéd;
enhances the viability of existing and/or potential land developments; and, route connectivity ita
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3. Alternatives to Evaluate: No build or connection of Field Street and CSAH 2 andlor connection
of Field Street from CR121 to 20th Ave. Snd/or connection to TH 23 andlor interchange at Jade
Rd. and 94. ,
Discussion did not occur on this agenda item. I
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Open house to be held in two to three weeks. I Exact date to be set by City Administrator and WS~.
The next meeting will be held on wednesda) May 11 th. Meeting topics will include T AC apPlicati10n
of evaluation criteria to potential alternatives. 1
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This item is for your information no action is r~quired.
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DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC.
DATE:
April 13, 2005
MEMO TO:
Economic Development Authority
FROM:
Joanne Foust & Cynthia Smith-Strack, Municipal Development Group
Economic Development Activity Report Mid-March thru Mid-April 2005
RE:
Municipal Development Group, Inc. has been Interacti~g with a number of prospects throughout the past
three and a half years. Following is a summary of activities that have transpired. if you have any questions
on any of these or other projects, please do not hesitate to contact us at 952-758-7399. A project number
has been assigned to protect the confidentiality of the businesses prospects.
Proiect 01-E:
This project involves the expansion of a service within the community. MDG has been keeping in touch with
the project contact over the past three and a half years; The latest contacts with the prospect occurred on'
March 1S" and 30'h and AprilS'h. '
Proiect 01-F:
This project has been inactive for the past several moi1ths but involves a national commercial enterprise.
MDG continues to occasionally follow up on the lead, including most recently on April 13'h. ¡
Proiect 01-1:
This business originally contacted the City in 2001. In 2002 they noted their project was on-hold. The
company contacted MDG again in June of last year requesting information on available commercial sites in
the City. MDG has forwarded additional information ,and remained in contact with this prospect, most
recently on April 6'".
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This prospect owns industrial incubator lease space in the City of St. Joseph. MDG contacted the project
representative on March 23"' re: Project 05-6's interest in industrial lease space. MDG and the project rep.
spoke/exchanged emails several times on the March 23'dl' 28" and 30'h. Latest contact occurred on AprllS'h
and 13'h.
Proiect 02-R: .
This contact owns a business in the area and is currently leasing space. In 2004 the developer entered an
agreement to purchase an 8+ acre industrial site In the City. The developer is not prepared to undertake
development on the parcel at this time. MDG èontinues to remain in contact with the prospect most recently
on March 30'h via email. 1
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Proiect 03-A: I.
These developers are interested In a large highway commercial development in an area not yet annexed into
the City. MDG has been working with them over the past few years. Follow up and discussion continues on
a routine basis. MDG followed up with this lead via ema'1 on April Sth and met with the prospect on April 13th.!
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Proiect 03-1:
This lead contacted the City in search of 5,000 s.f. of retail space to lease. MDG, Inc. remains in contact
with this prospect. MDG followed up with the project lead most recently via mail on March 16"'. In addition,
MDG provided project 05-A with this prospects name/contact information on March 25"'.
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Proiect 03-S:
This project involves the potential development of additional platted industrial acreage with a full compliment
of municipal services. Issues affecting this project were be discussed at the St. Joseph staff meeting in
March. At this time the City Administrator is attempting to coordinate the scheduling of a meeting with the
property owner.
Proiect 03-U:
Inquiry forwarded to MDG in October 2003 regarding a commercial development in St. Joseph. MDG, Inc.
remains in contact with the prospect regarding the project. Most recent contact occurred via email on April
6"'.
Proiect 04-F:
This prospect contacted MDG in May of 2004 regarding commercial lease space in the downtown area.
MDG remains in contact with this prospect with the latest follow up occurring by email on April 6"'. MDG
provided Project 05-A with this prospect's contact information on March 25"'.
Proiect 04-H:
This project involves an historic building in the downtown which recently changed owners. MDG met with the
new properiy owner's representative to discuss how potential rehabilitation related to image/ambiance in the
downtown corridor and financial incentives potentially available to the project. MDG spoke to the contact on
March 23"' and March 25"'. Information re: contact information for Project 04-F and Project 04-0 were
forwarded to this project's representative on March 25"'. MDG emailed the developer on April 6'" and spoke
to the prospect on April 13"'.
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Proiect 04-M:
This business is currently located in another community and has committed to relocating to St. Joseph. Staff
follows up with the contact on a weeklyibi-weekly basis as needed. MDG spoke with project contact on April
13th and met with the prospect on March 30th. A purchase agreement has been drafted and presented to
property owners, execution of the agreement is expected shortly.
Proiect 04-N:
This business owner contacted the City in September 2004 regarding available industrial acreage. MDG
representatives have met with the prospect on a few occasions and remains in contact with the prospect
andlor the associated project (i.e. 04-D) on a regular basis, including by mail on March 16'" and April 13"'.
Proiect 04-0:
This prospect contacted MDG in November 2004 requesting Information on existing commercial lease space
and vacant acreage available for purchase. This prospect has indicated he has been contacted by Project
01-1 re: potential lease deal. MDG provided Project 05-A with this prospect's contact information on March
25th.
Proiect 05-A:
This prospect contacted the City in March 2005 regarding a possible redevelopment project. MDG mailed
general information to the prospect on March 17"', met with the prospect on March 23"' and mailed additional
information to the prospect on March 25th. MDG spoke to the prospect on March 30'" and met briefly with the
individual later in the day. MDG met with the prospect for an extended period on April 6"'.
Proiect 05-B:
This lead was forwarded to the Mayor by the SCAEDP on March 22"'. MDG followed up with the Mayor on
March 23" and contacted Project 02-L on the same day re: the request. MDG followed up again on March
29'" and phoned the project representative directly on March 30"'. Follow up calls were placed on April 6'"
and 13"'.
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Proiect 05-C: ,
This lead was forwarded to the Mayor by the SCAEDP 'on March 29th. MDG followed up on the lead on
March 29th. The prospect is looking for tax advantages in conjunction with the desire to lease industrial
space. MDG performed additional information on March 130'h re: JOBZ acreage. Spoke to DEED, Region 5
and West Central EDC representatives. Timeline is extremely tight. After speaking with reps from DEED,
Region 5 and West Central EDC it appears JOBZ assistance for this project is not warranted/feasible.
Other:
MDG is part of the TAC for the southern collector street corridor study. MDG represents the EDA and will act
as an information conduit between those facilitating the study and the EDA.
MDG has been asked to provide active leadership
redevelopment committee.
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Date:
April 13, 2005
Administrdtor
Judy Weyrens Memo To:
EDA Board Members
Joanne Foust and Cynthia Smith-Strack, Municipal Development Group
Memo From:
Moyer
Richord CorlbomRE:
2004 MIF Progress Report
CITY Of ST. JOSEPIH
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Councilors
Al Ro Background:
Ro ~Si~ The City of St. Joseph Is required to subml annual Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) progress
ss Ie e report to the Department of Employment and Economic Development each year. The progress
Renee Symonietz report details the status of local revolving loan' fund/MIF grant/loan issues. :
Dole Wick
MDG, Inc. has completed the annual progress report for fiscal year 2004. A copy of the report' is
attached.
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Action:
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