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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-26-90 . r' _ vs a CITY OF LAKEVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JUNE 26, 1990 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers by acting Chairman Emond. Roll call of members was taken. Present: Brantly, Detjen, Emond, Tushie and Meledandri. Absent: Berg, Leslie, Matasosky and Erickson. Also present was Bob Erickson, City Administrator. 90.17 Motion was made by Tushie, seconded by Detjen to approve the minutes of the April 24, 1990 Economic Development Commission meeting. _ Motion approved. Bob Erickson presented a review of the Resolution Concerning Delinquent Accounts Receivable. He explained that the Council had chosen to handle this matter by resolution rather than ordinance. He went on to state that the City Council appreciated the input of the Commission and • recognized the amount of work that had gone into it. He stated that a letter had been sent out to developers explaining the resolution and an immediate response was received from several developers who came in to pay their bills. He stated that Eagan is considering the adoption of a policy similar to Lakeville's. Bob Erickson gave background information regarding the decision to create the Department of Environmental Resources and Public Works and the Department of Community and Economic Development. He asked for any suggestions or comments the Commission might have regarding the position profile created by Sathe & Associates, Inc. for the director of the Department of Community and Economic Development. He stated that Sathe & Associates interviewed various staff and community members for input into the profile. The Commission.-discussed various sections of the profile including background and education. 90.18 Motion was made by Tushie, seconded by Meledandri to remove the requirement of a Masters Degree from the profile created by Sathe and Associates, Inc. for the position of Director of Department of Community and Economic Development. Motion approved. , ~ L' • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES ' JUNE 26, 1990 Page 2 Mr. Erickson stated he would like to have the Commission review the resumes of semi-finalists, when those choices have been made. He stated the goal for filling the position is September 1, 1990. Mr. Erickson reviewed a proposal by Larkin, Hoffman, Daly & Lindgren, Ltd. to provide legal assistance in connection with the acquisition of Airlake Industrial Park. He discussed a meeting which was held between Jim Sorenson, Jim Robinette and himself concerning the platting of the property. He stated due to several purchase agreements being tied up in litigation, he felt that matter should be put on hold. He also stated he felt the proposal by Larkin, Hoffman, Daly & Lindgren was a sound one. Mr. Emond stated he felt the acquisition of Airlake Industrial Park was an excellent opportunity, as the industrial park is a great asset to the City, however the timing must be right. Mr. Erickson discussed correspondence from Zimmerman - Reed regarding acquisition of additional parcels from Resource Trust. He stated Jim Robinette had received a call from the C.E.O. of Grist Mill Company stating that Zimmerman - Reed has assisted them in acquiring additional property in Airlake. Mr. Barry Reed and Fred McNeil met with Mr. Erickson and Mr. Robinette regarding a methodology they had developed to acquire property in Airlake. They explained the procedure they followed in court to obtain clear title. He stated Jack Matasosky also attended the meeting and arranged for J & E Manufacturing and Performance Computer to meet with Mr. Reed and Mr. McNeil who agreed to work with them on a contingency basis in obtaining a clear title to property in Airlake. He stated Grist Mill is ready to expand, utilizing industrial revenue bonds (IRB). 90.19 Motion was made by Tushie, seconded by Brantly to table discussion of the proposal by Larkin, Hoffman, Daly & Lindgren, Ltd. to provide legal assistance in connection with the acquisition of Airlake Industrial Park. Motion was approved. Mr. Erickson presented the Star City 100 award to the Commission. He stated that a picture of Jim Robinette, Community Development Director receiving the award from Governor Rudy Perpich had been in the Life and Times newspaper. • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 26, 1990 Page 3 There was no unfinished business. Under new business, Meledandri questioned whether or not the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce is a voting member of the Economic Development Commission. Bob Erickson stated the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce is an ex-officio member of the EDC. 90.20 Motion was made by Meledandri, seconded by Detjen to recommend to City Council that the Chamber of Commerce President be added as an additional member of the Economic Development Commission. Discussion followed. 90.21 Motion was made by Meledandri, seconded by Detjen to withdraw motion number 90.20. The Commission directed staff to place the above matter on the next Economic Development Commission meeting agenda for ' discussion. A discussion was held regarding substandard cable installation in residential subdivisions. Mr. Erickson stated that Commission member Meledandri should attend a Cable Board meeting to express his concerns. A discussion was held concerning various available parcels of land within the City and prospective businesses, including a location for Inside Sports, Inc. Bob Erickson provided a status update on tax increment financing. 90.22 Motion was made by Tushie, seconded by Detjen to adjourn the meeting. Motion approved. c fu y bmitted: obert A. Erickson City Administrator • ATTEST: J' Emond A ing Chairman