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Home My WebLink AboutFeb_21st_2023_EDACITY OF ST. JOSEPH www.cityofstjoseph.com 75 Callaway Street East | Saint Joseph, Minnesota 56374 Email: cityoffices@cityofstjoseph.com | Phone: 320.363.7201 | Fax 320.363.0342 St. Joseph Economic Development Authority Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 12:00 PM 75 Callaway St E (St. Joseph City Hall) ** The meeting will also be offered remotely via Zoom** 1.Call to order 2.Public Comments 3.Approve Agenda 4.Consent Agendaa.Minutes – Requested Action: Approve the minutes of January 17th, 2022b.Financial Report – NONE. REPORT WILL BE PRESENTED IN MARCH 5.BFA Grant – Wiger 103 1st Ave NW 6.Economic Dev. Goals – Comprehensive Plan update 7.Boutique hotel update 8.JR Mobile update 9.General Business/Development update 10.Board Member Announcements 11.Adjourn Zoom Meeting Information Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89347556498?pwd=TTc4SGh4V3Y1bFBPSmI3SHlXOGhJZz09 Meeting ID: 893 4755 6498 Passcode: 707356 One tap mobile +13126266799,,89347556498#,,,,*707356# US (Chicago) +19292056099,,89347556498#,,,,*707356# US (New York) 11 January 17th, 2023 Page 1 of 1 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority met on Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 at 12:00 PM. Members Present: Board Members Rick Schultz, Joe Bye, Kevin Kluesner Members Absent: Dale Wick, Larry Hosch City Representatives Present: Community Development Director Nate Keller, Interim City Administrator Jeff O’Neil Schultz called the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority meeting to order at 12:01 PM Public Comments None Agenda Approval: Bye made a motion to approve the agenda as presented; seconded by Kluesner and passed unanimously by those present. Consent Agenda: Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda as follows; seconded by Bye and passed unanimously by those present. a. Minutes - Approve the minutes of December 20th, 2022 b. Financial Report – None 2023 Chair and Vice Chair nomination Motion by Schultz to recommend same Chair and Vice Chair in 2023 as in 2022 (Schultz Chair and Wick Vice Chair); seconded by Kluesner and passed unanimously by those present. Economic Dev. Goals – Comprehensive Plan Keller asked the Board if it was ok to punt this discussion item until Feb. when all Board members are present. Board members in attendance concurred. Boutique hotel An update was provided by Keller. Keller had a developer reach out to him regarding the concept. One item mentioned was the importance of a Feasibility study. Keller provided brief background on the previous hotel study completed in 2017/2018 mentioning that it was geared towards larger hotel (100 + rooms) and focused on an area like Gateway. Discussion was had on other differences in the previous study compared to what a Boutique hotel study would be. Keller to send out copies of the study to Board members. JR Mobile Update A court date has been scheduled (Feb. 6th). The idea of trying to pursue purchase of site was discussed. General Business/Development updates Updates provided to Board from Keller on: Site plan application for apt complex off College Ave, inquiry regarding Revolving Loan Fund, prospective development at the Industrial Park which would take up 4-5 lots and 15 acres, Drone pictures CVB completed, Dollar General. Keller also provided background that any excess EDA funds from end of year roll over in to fund 250 which means they all stay within EDA funding. Board Member Announcements Schultz asked about scheduling a visit to the Distillery and status of former Casey’s gas station off CSAH 75. Keller to follow-up on both items. Adjourn: Bye made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 12:42 PM, seconded by Kluesner and passed unanimously by those present. Nate Keller Community Development Director 22 EDA Agenda Items 5 MEETING DATE: February 21st, 2023 AGENDA ITEM: 5 PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION: None BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Shannon Wiger is remodeling the property located at 103 1st Ave NW. Property is zoned B-1 downtown commercial and was previously used as a residence. Property is being converted to office space. BFA grant application has been submitted to help install railings and enhanced lighting on the new proposed porch/deck area. The property is a corner property and located in a highly visible location. BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: $2,000 if approved. Paid after project completion and as a match. ATTACHMENTS: BFA grant application REQUESTED BOARD ACTION: Motion on BFA grant request. 33 APPLICATION FOR ST. JOSEPH BUSINESS DISTRICT FAÇADE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GRANT PROGRAM ** Please remember to include photos of your building(s) and/or property as they relate to the types of improvements indicated on this application. ** APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION: Applicant: College & Minnesota, LLC (Shannon Wiger) Phone: 320-333-6563 Email: Shannon.wiger@lawmoss.com Mailing Address: 1598 Blackberry Circle, Sartell, MN 56377 Property Owner: College & Minnesota, LLC Phone: 320-333-6563 Email: Shannon.wiger@lawmoss.com Mailing Address: 1598 Blackberry Circle, Sartell, MN 56377 PROJECT INFORMATION: Business Name: College & Minnesota, LLC Project Address: 103 1st Ave. NW, St. Joseph, MN 56374 1. On the attached page, please identify the specific improvements you are proposing for the building(s) and/or property. 2. Based on the proposed improvements identified, please provide your best estimate of the entire project cost: $30,000 3. If the project cost comes in at, or exceeds your estimate, do you have private funds readily available to complete the proposed the project? Yes. 4. If your project is approved, does completing the project timely pose any concerns for you? No. 44 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Please provide an accurate and thorough summary of your project. The photographs taken of your building(s) and property will assist in a visual manner to further support your written project description. The exterior stucco siding was failing and in a state of disrepair, and the demolition of that siding could not be delayed without compromising the structure. We removed the stucco, sealed the exterior and boarded up the property in preparation for the future improvements. My grant request is related to installing upgraded Vest Steel siding, steel railing and a lighting package to this property. Installing Vesta Steel siding provides an elevated finish and aligns with the existing character of the surrounding properties that have been improved. The approval of this grant would also allow for the addition of upgraded steel railing, over a standard grade railing. The railing and ramp provide ADA access to the property, but this feature of the property is also very prominent visually. Therefore, having an elevated finish type will significantly contribute to the overall look of this project. Finally, a portion of these funds will be allocated to an upgraded exterior lighting package. Given it’s prominent location on the corner, and visibility from all directions, properly illuminating this property is critical and will improve safety and drive interest and traffic into downtown and the surrounding commercial areas. Photo One: Failing stucco exterior 55 Photo Two: Existing property. Photo Three: Proposed upgraded to Vesta Steel siding to provide a more commercial, high-end finish – which remaining consistent with adjacent (improved + historic) properties. 66 Email exerpt from Shannon Wiger regarding siding and project: “There will be wood elements on the front porch, and the entire southern corner will be glass. The Vesta siding is actually a very polished, high-end look. Much like the combination below (which is all Vesta siding), in terms of wood, glass and siding components. It will look very similar to other projects I’ve completed with the horizontal siding and board and batten using a LP product (wood and cement). However, there will be fewer seams, it will be a bit more modern and best of all, it will be maintenance free. It will be a good fit visually for a bank – and will fit in well with the surrounding improved properties.” 7 Photo Four: Proposed steel railing and lighting examples. Based on the description of your project and your motivation for wanting to make these improvements, please place a check mark next to those project preference item you feel your project meets. X Will positively contribute to the City’s revitalization/renewal efforts. X Will eliminate a blighting influence. X Will result in a visible improvement that would not be made otherwise. X Result in a ratio of private investment to public investment greater than 2:1. Building Permits & Inspections Applicant is responsible for obtaining appropriate building permits, per the Building Code and/or City of St. Joseph Zoning Ordinance. In the case of improvements that do not require a city-issued building permit, the applicant must submit the name and state license number of the contractor completing the work and agree to an inspection of the work by a city building official. Grant Disbursement Awarded loan funds will be dispersed to the applicant upon submittal of receipts or invoices for supplies purchased and inspection which certifies the work completed is in accordance with the EDA approval and other city ordinances. 78 Certification City staff or an authorized representative shall have the right to inspect the property to be improved at any time from the date of application upon giving due notice to the owner and to occupants. I/We understand that any intentional misstatements will be grounds for disqualification. I/We authorize program representatives the right to access the property to be improved for the purpose of the grant program and to take photographs of the structure before and after rehabilitation. I/We further understand that I/we will make the final selection of the improvements to be made with the loan funds and that the contract for improvements will be solely between myself and the contractor(s). The administering agency will not be liable for the inadequate performance of the contractor(s). The information on this application is accurate. I have read, understand, and agree to comply with the program criteria for the St. Joseph Business Façade Architectural Design Grant Program. Signature of Applicant Date Signature of Owner(s) (if different than Applicant) Date Contact: St. Joseph Government Center 75 Callaway St. E St. Joseph, MN 56374 89 EDA Agenda Items 6-8 MEETING DATE: February 21st, 2023 AGENDA ITEM: 6-8 PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION: 6 – reviewed in 21/22. 7- updates provided past several months 8 – updates provided past several months BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 6 – Economic Dev. Goals – Comprehensive Plan Annual review of Economic Dev. goals as depicted in Comp. Plan. Staff will provide verbal overview of each Goal/Strategy and what has been worked on. We will also discuss the priority redevelopment sites as depicted in the Comprehensive Plan. Staff is looking for any feedback/comments on goals/strategies. Staff has color coded the strategies based on progress made. Key 7 – Boutique hotel Verbal update will be provided 8 – JR Mobile update Verbal update will be provided BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: No cost for any of the agenda items ATTACHMENTS: Exhibits from Comp. Plan REQUESTED BOARD ACTION: No formal actions requested just discussion and input. Strategy is being met. E.G. - The car is in cruise control or arrived at destination. Strategy is partially met. The car is merging onto highway or accelerating up to speed. Strategy not met or not being actively worked on presently. The car is stopped at red light or parked in garage. 910 1011 1112 1213 1314 1415 1516