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St. Joseph Economic Development Authority
Tuesday, September 19th, 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 Agenda
a.Minutes – Requested Action: Approve the minutes of August 15th,
2023
b.Financial Report - July/August
5.GSDC President
6.Business Façade Grant – Geographical Boundaries
7.CVB follow-up
8.General Business/Development update
9.Board Member Announcements
10.Adjourn
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August 15, 2023
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority met on
Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 at 12:00 PM.
Members Present: Board Members Kevin Kluesner, Rick Schultz, Joe Bye, Dale Wick, Larry Hosch
Members Absent: None
City Representatives Present: Nate Keller Community Development Director, City Administrator David
Murphy
Schultz called the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority meeting to order at 12:00 PM
Public Comments
None
Agenda Approval: Bye made a motion to approve the agenda as presented; seconded by Wick and
passed unanimously by those present.
Consent Agenda: Wick 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 June 20th, 2023
b.Financial Report – As of June
c.TIF Reports
EDA Priorities
Keller provided general updates on the Boutique hotel, downtown redevelopment, Industrial Park growth,
and Gateway development. Board members discussed the Boutique hotel and progress being made.
Further property acquisitions need to occur. Schultz mentioned to involve the GSDC in some of the
discussions and outreach efforts.
2024 Budget
Keller brought up the ideas of pursuing BDPI for Industrial Park Phase 2 as priority. Keller also mentioned
the idea of a “Tiny Business Village”. Idea would be to help provide low cost space for entrepreneurs in
the form of small structures. Other partners like GSDC, DEED, Initiative Foundation could potentially be
involved. The key would be to find an applicable piece of property. One property mentioned by Keller was
not deemed to be worth discussing and outreaching to the property owner. Other ideas for locations were
discussed.
CVB update
Updates on the 2024 CVB budget was provided by Keller. Biggest change is eliminating some single line
items and shifting funds to the General Marketing line item.
Keller is also trying to work with Mary on developing the CVB Director job description as one does not
currently exist. Defining the role and expectations will help Mary set boundaries and provide clearer
direction on what’s expected now and in the future.
General Business/Development update
GSDC meeting is on Thursday @ Stearns History Museum, GSDC President will be attending Sept. EDA
meeting and meeting with staff and Mayor next week, Wedding/Event Venue on Jade Rd was tabled by
Planning Commission until Aug. 28th, Elm St Roadway discussions continue, additional Industrial
development in the Industrial Park is on the horizon, and Keller recapped conversation he had with
Berscheid Builders regarding land they own near Kennedy.
Adjourn: Kluesner made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 12:46 PM, seconded by Wick and
passed unanimously by those present.
Minutes by:
Nate Keller
Community Development Director
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EDA Agenda Item
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MEETING DATE: September 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: July/August Finance Reports
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION: N/A
PREVIOUS EDA ACTION: None
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Enclosed you will find the reconciled financial reports through August 31, 2023. The ending
undesignated balance shows a deficit of $6,012. The designated project balance is $45,947 for
economic development programs. The designation for capital programs includes the 2023 budget of
$30,000. The budget is paid for with tax proceeds and may not be spent during the year. The first half
taxes are received in June (70%)/July (30%). The second half will be received in December.
The other funds reported include the TIF funds, Lodging Tax, DEED CDAP Grant reimbursement and the
Revolving Loan fund. There are three revolving loans to Krewe and Flour to Flower Bakery; St. Joseph
Food Co-Op; and Jupiter Moon Ice Cream. The current revolving loan fund balance is $468,932 on
August 31st, including $427,054 reserved balance from the EDA fund to be used for future economic
development projects; $41,878 is available from the State’s RLF fund for future loan requests.
The Lodging Tax fund has a balance of $17,990 on August 31st. A summary of their activity is enclosed in
this report. Hats and t-shirts are being sold at the MN Street Market. The Co-op remits sales proceeds
monthly. City staff is monitoring the sales and inventory monthly.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: For Information Only
ATTACHMENTS: EDA Treasurer’s Report Summary
EDA Financial Summaries
EDA Trial Balance
EDA Summary CIP
CVB Financial Summary
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION: Consider acceptance of the August 2023 financial reports.
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St. Joseph Economic Development Authority
Summary Treasurer's Report - Fund 250
August 2023
Fund 250, EDA Balance as of December 31, 2022 (Audited)46,607.17
Year to Date Revenue:Budget YTD Actual
Interest Earnings 500 349.77
TIF/MIF Deposit - -
State of Minnesota Grant - (4,457.46)
Abatement Reimbursement (School District)9,385 9,382.00
Ad Valorem Taxes 120,800 54,090.40
Total Revenue 130,685 59,364.71
Year to Date Expenditures by Object:
Board Stipends 1,050 (455)
Staff Salaries/Training 57,745 (30,339)
Software Support/Office Supplies/Postage 1,610 (2,338)
Professional Services 1,000 (2,828.50)
Telephone 1,435 (898.85)
Greater St. Cloud Development Investment 5,000 (5,000.00)
Dues and Memberships (Other)295 -
Advertising 150 -
Abatement Payments (Country Manor)36,400 (19,928.29)
Marketing 500 (250.00)
Computers 500 -
EDA Programs 30,000 (4,000.00)
Transfer to Other Funds - -
Total Expenses 135,685 (66,037.12)
Fund Summaries as of August 31, 2023:
EDA Fund Balance - Fund 250 - unaudited, cash balance 39,934.76
Designated for Capital Programs 45,946.96
Undesignated (6,012.20)
TIF 4-1 Fortitude Senior Apts Fund Balance - Fund 253 24,504.30
TIF 2-1 Millstream Shops and Lofts Fund Balance - Fund 257 39,966.29
TIF 2-3 Bayou Blues & Alley Flats Fund Balance - Fund 259 990.34
Lodging Tax Fund Balance - Fund 220 17,989.57
DEED CDAP Grant Fund Balance - Fund 225 54,363.97
Revolving Loan Fund Balance - Fund 251 468,931.97
Designated for Revolving Loan Program 41,878.06
Designated for Economic Development 427,053.91
Page: 1Trial Balance - by Account NumberCITY OF ST JOSEPH
Period: 08/23 (08/31/2023)Sep 14, 2023 3:31PM
Account
Number Title
Debit
Amount
Credit
Amount
250-10199 Cash 40,026.76
250-10450 Interest Receivable .00
250-10500 Accounts Receivable .00
250-10550 Due From other Gov t Units .00
250-10700 Taxes Receivable - Delinquent .00
250-15500 Due From Other Fund 6,800.00
250-20200 Accounts Payable 92.00-
250-20201 Salaries Payable .00
250-22204 Deferred Inflow of Resources .00
250-24415 Design. Fd Bal - Operations .00
250-25310 Unassigned Fund Balance 53,407.17-
250-46500-101 EDA Salaries 21,892.44
250-46500-103 EDA Legislative Bodies 455.00
250-46500-121 PERA Contributions 1,641.96
250-46500-122 FICA Contributions 1,546.77
250-46500-123 Deferred Comp-Employer 148.75
250-46500-125 Medicare Contributions 112.35
250-46500-130 H S A- Employer Contribution 805.00
250-46500-131 Health Insurance 3,588.96
250-46500-132 Dental Insurance 252.16
250-46500-133 Life Insurance 18.64
250-46500-134 Disabilty Insurance 216.99
250-46500-151 Workers Comp. Insur. Prem. 114.85
250-46500-171 Clothing Allowance .00
250-46500-200 Office Supplies 78.02
250-46500-201 Postage .00
250-46500-300 Professional Services .00
250-46500-303 Engineering Fee .00
250-46500-304 Legal Fees 2,828.50
250-46500-308 Community Programs .00
250-46500-310 Software Support 2,259.59
250-46500-31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes 54,090.40-
250-46500-321 Telephone 898.85
250-46500-328 Marketing 250.00
250-46500-331 Travel & Conference Expense .00
250-46500-33160 Federal Grants - Other .00
250-46500-33400 State Grants & Aids 4,457.46
250-46500-33430 Other Grants/Aids .00
250-46500-340 Advertising .00
250-46500-34150 TIF/Abatement Deposit .00
250-46500-34155 TIF/Abatement Fee .00
250-46500-36210 Interest Earnings 349.77-
250-46500-36300 REIMBURSEMENT - EDA .00
250-46500-36301 Tax Abatement Reimbursement 9,382.00-
250-46500-420 Depreciation .00
250-46500-433 Dues & Memberships 5,000.00
250-46500-582 Computer Software .00
250-46500-588 EDA Programs 4,000.00
250-46500-622 TIF/Abatement Payments 19,928.29
250-49300-720 Transfers to Other Funds .00
250-49302-39201 Transfers from Other Funds .00
250-49302-39260 Surplus Property .00
117,321.34-117,321.34Grand Totals:
Page: 2Trial Balance - by Account NumberCITY OF ST JOSEPH
Period: 08/23 (08/31/2023)Sep 14, 2023 3:31PM
Account
Number Title
Debit
Amount
Credit
Amount
Report Criteria:
Actual amounts
[Report].FUND = "250"
CITY OF ST JOSEPH
FUND SUMMARY
FOR THE 8 MONTHS ENDING AUGUST 31, 2023
REVOLVING LOAN FUND
PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE PCNT
FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 67 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 09/14/2023 03:12PM PAGE: 1
REVENUE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI ( 283.99)53,127.77 ( 134,760.00) ( 187,887.77) 39.4
(283.99)53,127.77 ( 134,760.00) ( 187,887.77) 39.4
EXPENDITURES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI 4,182.95 6,672.41 266,370.00 259,697.59 2.5
4,182.95 6,672.41 266,370.00 259,697.59 2.5
( 4,466.94)46,455.36 ( 401,130.00) ( 447,585.36) 11.6
CITY OF ST JOSEPH
FUND SUMMARY
FOR THE 8 MONTHS ENDING AUGUST 31, 2023
FUND 251
PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE PCNT
FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 67 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 09/14/2023 03:12PM PAGE: 2
REVENUE
DEPARTMENT 46500 2,055.99 ( 42,216.57)( 15,445.00)26,771.57 (273.3)
2,055.99 ( 42,216.57)( 15,445.00)26,771.57 (273.3)
EXPENDITURES
DEPARTMENT 46500 ( 2,055.99)42,216.57 15,445.00 ( 26,771.57)273.3
( 2,055.99)42,216.57 15,445.00 ( 26,771.57)273.3
4,111.98 ( 84,433.14)( 30,890.00)53,543.14 (273.3)
CITY OF ST JOSEPH
FUND SUMMARY
FOR THE 8 MONTHS ENDING AUGUST 31, 2023
FUND 253
PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE PCNT
FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 67 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 09/14/2023 03:12PM PAGE: 3
REVENUE
DEPARTMENT 46500 62.47 33,580.18 ( 70,245.00) ( 103,825.18) 47.8
62.47 33,580.18 ( 70,245.00)( 103,825.18) 47.8
EXPENDITURES
DEPARTMENT 46500 ( 62.47)( 2,405.86)134,245.00 136,650.86 ( 1.8)
(62.47) ( 2,405.86)134,245.00 136,650.86 ( 1.8)
124.94 35,986.04 ( 204,490.00) ( 240,476.04) 17.6
CITY OF ST JOSEPH
FUND SUMMARY
FOR THE 8 MONTHS ENDING AUGUST 31, 2023
FUND 257
PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE PCNT
FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 67 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 09/14/2023 03:12PM PAGE: 4
REVENUE
DEPARTMENT 46500 86.82 25,814.21 ( 48,625.00) ( 74,439.21) 53.1
86.82 25,814.21 ( 48,625.00) ( 74,439.21) 53.1
EXPENDITURES
DEPARTMENT 46500 ( 86.82) ( 1,767.98) 92,625.00 94,392.98 ( 1.9)
( 86.82) ( 1,767.98) 92,625.00 94,392.98 ( 1.9)
173.64 27,582.19 ( 141,250.00) ( 168,832.19) 19.5
CITY OF ST JOSEPH
FUND SUMMARY
FOR THE 8 MONTHS ENDING AUGUST 31, 2023
FUND 259
PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE PCNT
FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 67 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 09/14/2023 03:12PM PAGE: 5
REVENUE
DEPARTMENT 46500 12.73 19,546.11 ( 38,205.00) ( 57,751.11) 51.2
12.73 19,546.11 ( 38,205.00) ( 57,751.11) 51.2
EXPENDITURES
DEPARTMENT 46500 ( 12.73) ( 865.21) 73,205.00 74,070.21 ( 1.2)
( 12.73) ( 865.21) 73,205.00 74,070.21 ( 1.2)
25.46 20,411.32 ( 111,410.00) ( 131,821.32) 18.3
2023 Capital Expenditures
General Fund Capital Improvement Plan ‐ EDA
Final adopted December 19, 2022
12/31/2022
Available through 8/31 through 8/31
Project Project Reserve Budget Grants/Aids Spent 2023
Department Account Code Number Equipment Balance 2023 2023 2023 Balance
EDA 250-46500-582 EDA-1401 Computer Software 3,306.74 500.00 3,806.74
EDA 250-46500-588 EDA-1402 Business Development 14,140.22 30,000.00 2,000.00 42,140.22
RLF 251-46500-588 EDA-1402 Business Development 427,053.91 ‐ 427,053.91
441,194.13 30,000.00 ‐ 2,000.00 469,194.13
TOTAL EDA CIP 444,500.87 30,500.00 ‐ 2,000.00 473,000.87
CVB 2023 Financial Summary
As of August 31, 2023
Beginning Fund Balance 1‐1‐23 (Audited)19,125.16$
Budget YTD Rev
Customer 2023 2023
Interest Earnings 300.00$ 135.09$
T‐shirt/Hats/Merchandise Sales 1,000.00 631.25
State of Minnesota Grant (from 2022 expenditures)‐ 4,321.46
Rodeway Inn Lodging Tax 10,500.00 3,156.58
CSB Lodging Tax 4,100.00 1,261.26
Estates B&B Lodging Tax 1,100.00 957.15
17,000.00$ 10,462.79$
Budget YTD Exp
Vendor 2023 2023
Professional Services ‐ Manage Social Media (Bruno Press)9,000.00$ 6,000.00$
Travel & Conference Expenses ‐$ ‐
IT Services ‐ Website/Social Media/QR Code Reader 600.00 208.88
Visitor's Bureau ‐ Rubinski Works ‐ Videos 500.00 ‐
Visitor's Bureau ‐ Photos 500.00 ‐
Community Programs ‐ Shop Small/Winterwalk/Feb/June 1,945.00 119.81
Visitors Bureau Prizes ‐ Swag Give‐Aways/Prizes 200.00 333.64
Marketing ‐ SHRPA 500.00 2,750.00
Marketing ‐ Campaigns 1,000.00 ‐
Visitor's Bureau ‐ Merchandise (Krillan/Rambow)1,000.00 812.55
Advertise ‐ Think Tourism USA 775.00 775.00
Advertise ‐ MN Trails Magazine 780.00 598.50
Advertise ‐ Newcomer Service Magazine 200.00 ‐
17,000.00$ 11,598.38
Ending Cash Balance 8‐31‐23 (Unaudited)17,989.57$
EDA Agenda Items 5-8
MEETING DATE: September 19th, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: 5-8
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION:
5 – none
6 – has discussion occurred in 2021 when the grant match was increased from $1000 - $2000
7-updates provided as needed
8 – updates provided last several months
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
5 – GSDC President
NeTia Bauman GSDC President will be joining our meeting to introduce herself and help answer any
questions.
6 – Business Façade Grant – Geographical Boundaries
Since its inception the Façade grant has helped numerous downtown district businesses with façade
enhancements. Staff has been working with a business owner who is located in the B-2 Highway district
who inquired about Façade types of assistance. Staff would like input from Board on the geographical
boundaries of the grant program. Presently the grants are meant for downtown businesses only (those
businesses zoned as B-1).
Potential options could include: keep grant limited to B-1 Downtown Commercial district; expand
boundaries to B-2 Highway Commercial, or put caveats to eligible projects in the B-2 area. For example,
a Business in the B-2 Highway District is only eligible for the grant if the resulting project would involve
converting a residential property to a Commercial use, or if the building is visible from Highway 75.
7 – CVB Update
Staff will provide verbal update on discussion with Mary Bruno regarding sponsorships.
8 – General Business/Development update
Tracker provided in packet with updates. Verbal will be provided on JR Mobile and Casey’s sites.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: If Boundary adjustments are made to Façade grant this will result
in potentially more applications and funds being spent (but funds
spent would still stay within budget allocations).
ATTACHMENTS: Façade Grant Application and Criteria
REQUESTED BOARD ACTION:
5 – informational
6 – direction on any modifications to the boundary areas of Façade grants
7 – informational
8 – informational
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ST. JOSEPH BUSINESS DISTRICT
FAÇADE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GRANT PROGRAM
(As Amended January 1st, 2022)
PURPOSE
The St. Joseph Business District Façade Architectural Design Grant Program provides incentives to
stimulate visible investment in St. Joseph businesses. Property owners are encouraged to consider
improvements that incorporate the surrounding community including but not limited to aesthetics,
environment, cultural and historic elements, and architecture. These improvements should create a
cohesive, inviting environment. The program provides a matching grant for actual design and construction
costs, up to $2,000 per property address, per calendar year. Qualifying projects must be of an approved
design, be applied for by commercial property owners and/or merchants, and be applicable to exterior
building, landscape improvements, and other similar improvements visible from a public right-of-way.
Approved projects will be funded on a first-come/first-served basis until all funds are expended. In
addition, the opportunity exists that the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority’s revolving loan
program could be available to assist with construction costs associated with the implementation of façade
designs.
ELIGIBILITY
1.All work must be done on the exterior of the building/property and/or result in a publicly visible
improvement.
2.All work done must be in accordance with the City of St. Joseph Code of Ordinances, the Downtown
Revitalization Plan and subsequent design guidelines, and the building code. All required permits
must be obtained. Work shall include the correction of any known exterior building code violations.
3.Work in progress or performed prior to project approval will typically not be eligible for funding unless
the EDA finds significant underlying purposes for work beginning prior to project approval.
4.Funds may be used for the design of exterior building improvements, awnings, windows, doors and/or
site landscaping, other than sod or seed, resulting in a publicly visible improvement and for actual
construction costs related to an approved improvement. Other uses may also be eligible if prior
approval is granted by the St. Joseph Economic Development Authority.
5.Signs are eligible for this program but must be in connection with a façade improvement project. Sign
are not eligible as a “stand-alone” project.
6.The following types of property are not eligible:
•Tax delinquent
•Special Assessment delinquent
•Property in litigation
•Property in condemnation or receivership
•Tax exempt properties
•Exclusively residential buildings
•Properties zoned industrial
•New construction projects on lots previously undeveloped (redevelopment and/or rehabilitation
projects remain eligible) unless it results in a project beyond typical construction and is consistent
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with Design Standards and is found to have a significant impact on the character of the
downtown.
• Property considered non-conforming to the City’s Code of Ordinances, unless the proposed
improvements are intended to correct all the non-conforming issues.
PROJECT APPROVAL GUIDELINES
Program oversight and authority for grant approval is delegated to the City of St. Joseph Economic
Development Authority. The Economic Development Authority will review and approve all grants based
on the following guidelines:
1. A project for which an application has been received will only be reviewed if it is filled out completely.
Photographs illustrating subject building(s) and property and proposed site changes/improvements
may be required by the EDA.
2. Multiple property owners must submit separate applications for each property/project.
3. Any business owner under a lease who submits and application must obtain and provide written
consent of the property owner.
4. Preference will be given to projects which:
• Will positively contribute to the City revitalization/renewal efforts
• Will eliminate a blighting influence
• Will result in a visible improvement that would not be made otherwise
• Demonstrate a ratio of private investment to public investment greater than 2:1
5. Project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, transportation plans, and other applicable plans.
6. Projects must be completed within a timely manner from date of official project approval (i.e. one year
with a maximum extension of an additional six months). As indicated, dollars are limited and
reimbursement will be made after project improvements are completed, and reimbursement
requested.
7. 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.
PROPERTY OWNER REQUIREMENTS
Upon the application submittal for a project, the Applicant will play an important role in a partnership that
includes the City of St. Joseph and the Economic Development Authority. The following may be required
to review plans depending on the scope of the project: City staff, the Planning Commission, the EDA and
the City Council. Those required to review the plans and/or grant application will review design drawings,
proposed work specifications, and the architectural materials. Below are items that will be required of as
part of completing your project.
1. Attendance at an informational meeting which will outline the entire project procedure.
2. Property owners’ attendance at various meetings, reviews etc. with representatives of either the City
or EDA to expedite various stages of the project.
3. All work to be done on the project shall be the sole responsibility of the property owner. The City of
St. Joseph/EDA administers the grant program herein and the City/EDA is not responsible for any
work undertaken as a result of the grant. The owner hereby holds the City and EDA harmless for any
and all liability commencing out of any work constructed and paid for the design grant herein.
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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
Phone: Email:
Mailing Address:
Property Owner:
Phone: Email:
Mailing Address:
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Business Name:
Business Address:
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: $
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 No
If No, by what means will you secure funding and still complete the project within a timely manner
4. If your project is approved, does completing the project timely pose any concerns for you?
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Yes No
If yes, Please list those concerns:
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.
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.
Will positively contribute to the City’s revitalization/renewal efforts.
Will eliminate a blighting influence.
Will result in a visible improvement that would not be made otherwise.
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.
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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.
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
Date Signature of Owner(s) (if different than Applicant)
Contact:
Nate Keller, Community Development Director
(320)557-3524
nkeller@cityofstjoseph.com
Submit completed application by email to nkeller@cityofstjoseph.com or to:
St. Joseph Government Center
75 Callaway St. E
St. Joseph, MN 56374
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DEVELOPMENT TRACKER
Project
number
Name/locati
on area
Type Status
01-A Lambert Storage (outside) yard Pre-development
meeting in March
2023. Applicant
resubmitted plans
based on staff
feedback in July.
Staff concerns with
existing Ordinance
allowing outside
storage as principle
use in Zoning
districts subject to
C.U.P.
01-B Obbink Item will be deleted from tracker
01 – BB Obbink Expansion of production area Property closed on
July 14th
01 – C Granite City
Gymnastics
Item will be deleted from tracker
01-D Goodin Item will be deleted from tracker
01- E Knife River Rail Expansion Phase 1 complete.
Phase 2 unknown
for timing.
01- F Cultural café New commercial cultural café space Looking for
space/buildings/la
nd. Meeting had
and connections
made to property
owners. List of
potential
properties
provided to group
by staff.
01 - G Wedding/Even
t venue
Wedding/Event Venue amendment in RR areas Council approved
C.U.P. on 09/05
01 – H Low Density Residential Subdivision expansions
near Kennedy
Discussion with
one of the
property owners
on 08/08. Staff
monitoring
potential funding
programs from the
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State to spur
growth. If funds
are offered city
should consider
applying
01 – I East Park Expansion of Park Funding acquired
through DNR grant
and LCCMR.
Construction
pushed to 2024
due to timing on
LCCMR.
01- J Rivers Bend
Townhomes
Item will be deleted from tracker.
01 – K Joetown Apts 2 Phase market rate apt complex (just south of
100 units)
Construction
begun on Phase 1.
01 – L Northern
Natural Gas
Item will be deleted from tracker
01 – M Downtown
Redevelopme
nt
Redevelopment in Downtown
Numerous
properties along
Ash St converted
or in process of
conversion from
Residential to
Commercial.
Kensington Bank
now open!!!
01 – N JR Mobile Redevelopment and demo of Gas Station Building has been
demo’d.
Discussions with
interested
purchaser’s.
01 – O
Item deleted
01 – P Gateway area Green field Commercial development –
Gateway
Bonding request
submitted and
lobbyist hired
01 – Q Northside
Commercial
Redevelopment of Northside Commercial area Visioning
discussion with
purchaser of
Sunset building.
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01 – R Elm St Roadway expansion – Elm St Follow-up with
property owners
on alignment.
Engineering in
design phase
01 – S Dollar General Item will be deleted from tracker
01 – T Rolling Ridge Expansion of Commercial Facility Numerous
discussions with
property owner.
Zoning information
and building
information
provided on
process needed
and steps to
approval (PUD
required)
01 – U Lutgen Relocation of business and new commercial
construction
Discussion with
owner.
Information on
TIF/Abatement
provided to
business owner.
01 – V MN Home
Improvements
New Commercial build – MN Home
Improvements
Project on hold.
Variance approvals
extended till 2024.
01 – W 20th Ave
growth
Plat to do Storage buildings and transition to
residential. High – medium – low density
Purchase of
property has been
made. Pre-
development
meeting in July.
01 – X Adam Hansen
Woodworks
80,000-90,000 S.F. Manufacturing facility.
Existing business expansion looking to
consolidate into one lot/building.
Lots in Industrial
Park sent to
owner. Owner had
pre-development
meeting with staff
in May. Follow-up
has occurred
regarding
TIF/Abatement,
city fee’s, and
approvals needed.
Meeting occurred
in July.
01 – Y Industrial Park
expansion
Expansion of Industrial Park Expansion needed
should a large user
be interested in
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locating in St. Joe.
Discussion with
land
owners/developers
along with
research on BDPI
grant/fund
opportunities
01-Z Meyer
Expansion –
old Industrial
Park
Industrial Building Expansion. Possible 6 + new
jobs
Awaiting sketches
for review
02-A Dollar Tree New retail building Discussion on
potential lots.
02 – B Brenny
Trucking
Relocation and expansion of existing St. Joe
Business – 100,000 S.F. + potential outside
storage/parking
Not ready to move
forward.
Connections made
between land
owner and
business owner.
02 – C Boutique
hotel
Developers reached out to or heard from
include: Midnight group, Golder hospitatilty,
Cobblestone, John Meyer (WP hotel
developer…maybe not a good fit).
Connections made
between
developers and
property owner(s).
Meeting occurred
on July 14th.
02-D Hiltner
warehouse
11,900 S.F. warehouse facility Review of Site
Plan. Building
permit will be
issued anyday
02-E Full Circle
Water
25,000 S.F. expansion. Retention of 28 FTE and
adding 6-10 FTE
Held meeting with
owner, DEED, HRA,
GSDC, and project
partners
Tracker is a sampling of projects and is not exhaustive.
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