HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-25-03 City of Lakeville
Economic Development Commission
Regular Meeting
Agenda
Tuesday, March 25, 2003, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Avenue
Lakeville, MN
1. Call meeting to order.
2. Approve February 25, 2003 meeting minutes
3. Introduction of New EDC Member Steve Gehrke
4. Presentation of Himle Horner's Review of Communication Strategies for
Economic Development by Todd Rapp
5. Review of Partners in Progress Report prepared by Dakota Electric
Association
6. Director's Report
7. Adjourn
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City of Lakeville
Economic Development Commission
Meeting Minutes
March 25, 2003
Marion Conference Room, City Hall
Members Present: Brantly, Emond, J. Erickson, Gehrke, Matasosky, Schubert, Ex-
Officio member Robert Erickson -City Administrator.
Members Absent: Miller, Pogatchnik, Smith, Tushie, Ex-Officio member Todd
Bornhauser.
Others Present: Staff present: David Olson, Community & Economic Development
Director; Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary.
1. Call Meeting to Order.
Chair Matasosky called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Marion
Conference Room of City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, Minnesota.
2. Approve February 25, 2003 Meeting Minutes.
Motion 03.06 Comms. Erickson/Emond moved to approve the minutes of the
February 25, 2003 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Introduction of New EDC Member Steve Gehrke.
Chair Matasosky welcomed Steve Gehrke to the EDC. The EDC members _
introduced themselves. Mr. Gehrke provided the members information on his
background and why he sought appointment to the EDC.
4. ~ Presentation of Himle Horner's Review of Communication Strategies for
Economic Development by Todd Rapp.
Mr. Olson introduced Todd Rapp of Himle Horner to present his firm's
recommendations regarding possible new methods of communicating uniform
messages about economic development in Lakeville and to respond to questions
and comments from the EDC members.
Mr. Rapp identified three items that could be improved on in the City's current
written communications with residents and the community. More visuals and not
as much text, repeat key themes in all communication materials, and make it
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personal and interesting to the specific group that the information is being
delivered to.
Mr. Rapp summarized the reasons economic development will continue to be a
key issue for residents, businesses and city leaders in Lakeville. He indicated
that Himle Horner felt that the City and the EDC should utilize as many
opportunities to communicate economic development plans to their residents and
the general public as possible. But, he also indicated that residents want to know
more about the impact of economic development projects and planning on their
lives. We need to link economic development goals and projects to core values of
our community and its residents.
Mr. Rapp indicated that the city's web site is an excellent way to communicate to
the general public visually and suggested using more links and downloads of the
city's publications. He stated that the city needs to keep looking for creative new
venues to communicate our messages to the public.
Mr. Erickson stated that Mr. Rapp's in depth review of the city's communication
strategies far exceeded the .City's expectations.
Chair Matasosky agreed that the review was excellent and correct in stating that it
is not the credibility, but the. communicating that needed improvement.
Mr. Erickson stated that there is a common thread that goes beyond the EDC and
that this information needs to be distributed to every department head in City Hall
where everyone will benefit.
Comm. Brantly stated that putting on a seminar presenting this information would
be very beneficial. Mr. Erickson agreed that this approach would be invaluable.
He indicated that a number of community groups should be invited, including the _
Chamber of Commerce, Service Clubs, the school district, etc.
Mr. Rapp agreed that this was. a good idea. He indicated that the directors of the
departments should be first on the list to attend the seminar, along with similar
major groups in the City that need to communicate economic development. The
first seminars could be given by the consultant and after that, start building a
network.
Chair Matasosky suggested that the Communications Committee should be
reconvened to develop some recommendations and create policies for the City
Council to consider.
Mr. Erickson indicated that Mr. Olson would request a proposal and cost estimate
from Himle Horner before the Communications Committee meets.
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Motion 03.07 Comms. Brantly/Emond moved to reconvene the
Communications Committee to develop recommendations for
City Council and create policies regarding a proposal from Himle
Horner to conduct a seminar on Communication Strategies for
Economic Development. The Committee would include Brantly,
Emond, Matasosky. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Olson thanked Mr. Rapp for attending tonight's EDC meeting and for his
thorough review of communication strategies for economic development.
5. Review of Partners in Progress Report prepared by Dakota Electric
Association
Mr. Olson stated that the Partners in Progress report is prepared annually by
Dakota Electric Association and highlights the economic development
achievements of the cities in Dakota County that are served by Dakota Electric._
He indicated that it provides a brief summary of the development achievements in
the other developing cities in Dakota County and allows Lakeville to benchmark
itself with the other communities in Dakota County. Mr. Olson stated that it's
important to provide this information to Dakota Electric Association for this report.
It doesn't cost the City anything and it's invaluable publicity.
Mr. Olson presented a brief comparative analysis of the information contained-in
this report. He indicated that this report confirms that Lakeville is continuing to
experience some of the highest levels of growth for both residential and
commercial/industrial development in the County.
6. Director's Report
Mr. Olson was asked by the EDC to provide an update on the Dakota County
East-West Corridor Study.
Mr, Olson explained the different corridor options being considered and which
proposed corridors the City of Lakeville and the City of Farmington have agreed
upon. Comm. Emond asked if Dakota County or the City of Lakeville is trying to
acquire all of the road options. Mr. Olson indicated that the purpose of this study
is to preserve the corridors when a development comes in. He stated that they
hope to have the study completed by June of 2003. The purpose of the joint
agreement with the City of Farmington is to demonstrate and document the
consensus of the two cities regarding the proposed corridors.
Mr. Olson stated that the City received approximately 25 applications for the initial
posting of the Economic Development Coordinator Position. He indicated that six
applicants were interviewed and two of those six were brought in for second
interviews. Unfortunately, Mr. Olson indicated that none of the finalists possessed.
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the right combination of skills in both communications and marketing as well as
economic development. As a result, the City has re-advertised the position and
have modified the job posting so as not to place as much emphasis on
communication and more on economic development experience and background
and extended the advertising of the position to include neighboring states.
Mr. Olson stated that Scruples Salon Products, Inc. was the featured business at
the March 3, 2003 City Council meeting and was introduced by EDC Member
Barry Pogatchnik.
Mr. Olson indicated that Despatch Industries and Alcorn Beverages will be
featured at the April 7 and April 21 City Council meetings respectively. Mr. Olson
circulated a sign up sheet for presenters for the Spotlight on .Business.
Mr. Olson stated that he presented the 2003 Strategic Plan Work Program as well
as the 2002 accomplishments to the City Council at their March. 17 meeting.
Vice-Chair Pogatchnik was also in attendance at the meeting and provided:
comments on behalf of the EDC. Mr. Olson indicated that the City Council.
extended their appreciation to the EDC for its efforts in 2002 and approved the
Strategic. Plan Work Program for 2003.:..
Mr. Olson stated that at the March 13, 2003 meeting of the Airlake Airport
Advisory Commission meeting, staff from the Metropolitan-Airports Commission
(MAC) introduced Ron Hansen, owner of Aircraft Resource Center. Mr. Olson .
indicated that Mr. Hansen recently received lease approval from MAC to operate
the main Fixed Based Operations building at the airport. Mr. Hansen. recently
purchased this. part of the commercial operations at the airport from Steve
Wentworth. Mr. Wentworth will still own and operate a commercial hanger at
Airlake Airport and retain a lease with MAC.
Mr. Olson stated that Mr. Hansen's lease will allow him to sell fuel, new and used
aircraft and parts, offer aircraft maintenance and flight Lessons. Mr. Hansen also
plans to focus more on corporate aircraft sales and service that Mr. Wentworth
was .able to.
Mr. Olson indicated that staff is hoping that Mr. Hansen will build on the
improvements in facilities and service that were started last year by Mr.
Wentworth and make Airlake Airport more attractive for corporate aircraft use.
Mr. Olson stated that Mr. Hansen was willing to host a future EDC meeting or
attend one of our regular meetings in City Hall.
Mr. Olson stated that the Dakota County CDA prepared a survey on new housing
units constructed in Dakota County cities in 2002. He indicated that some of the
same information is also contained in the Partners in Progress Report, however,
the CDA provides more detailed analysis and comparisons to the previous year.
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Mr. Olson stated that this report also contains new affordability information,
housing and community development grants/loans that were received by Dakota
County cities in 2002 and affordable. housing units owned by the CDA throughout
the County.
The EDC had some discussion regarding getting up-to-date information on
current projects/concerns/issues each month. Mr. Erickson stated that updates of
ongoing development issues will be included in Mr. Olson's Director's Report
each month so that the EDC members will be aware of the challenges that the
City is faced with currently and perhaps be advocates for the City.
Comm. Schubert asked if anyone had seen the excellent article in the March 21,
2003 Business Journal regarding. Progressive Rail Mr. 'Erickson indicated that a
copy of the article will be included in the next EDC packet.
7. Adjournment.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by: Attested to:
Penny ig, Recordin cretary R. T. Brantly, Secretary
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Agenda Item
MEMORANDUM
TO: Economic Development Commission
CC: Robert Erickson, City Administrator
FROM: David L. Olson, Community & Economic Development Director
DATE: March 20, 2003
RE: Appointment of Steve Gehrke to the EDC
The City Council approved the appointment of Steve Gehrke to the EDC at their March 17,
2003 meeting. A copy of Steve's application and resume is attached. Steve will be in
attendance at the meeting Tuesday evening to be introduced.
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CITY OF LAKEVILLE
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO AN
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Please return this application to the City Clerk, 20195 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044.
Copies will be made and sent to each member of the City Council when there is a vacancy on the
advisory committee you wish to serve on.
STEVEN J GEHRKE
6697 Folsom Path'
Farmington, Minnesota .55024.
Phone: (612) 414-7234 entail: sjgehrke~o msn.com
SUMMARY:
Innovative financial services professional offering broad experience working closely with
clients in a variety of settings and situations. Delivering value through specialized skills"
in leadership, facilitation and consulting to al{ levels of management to achieve
improvements and increases in productivity. Possessing strong proficiencies in financial
analysis, projections and'modeing.
• Financial Statement Analysis Project Management
• Financial /Business Modeling Budgeting /Forecasting
Business Valuations Equity Research
• Pro-forma Financial Statements Stock and Option Pricing
PRf)FESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
American Express Financial.Advisors, St Paul. MN 2002
Financial Advisor 2002 to Present
• Partnering to provide added service to an existing client base with approximately $20
million. under management....,
• Providing detailed assessment and risk analysis of alt aspects of clients financial
:::situation including insurance, investments, business' needs and estate planning
• Growing the practice through the development and implementation of a
comprehensive business.. and marketing plan.
Accenture, Minneapolis MN ' 1998 to 2002
Consultant 1999 to 2002
• Led forecasting, analysis & modeling of potential acquisitions including business
valuation and stock & option pricing, resulting in enhanced investment decisions.
• Partnered with client top executive to provide detailed. pro-forma financial statements
for a comprehensive business plan' to restructure a business acquisition.
• Performed an auc+it of ~~e r:i!!i.^, n Ir'~ ;
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financial modeling to support the business cases for $2 million in annual cost
reduction initiatives.
• Managed $7-$1 O million in total budgets as well as financial. and status reporting for
a program consisting of up to 20 projects.
• Developed the strategy and marketing plan for two key market campaigns; a group
of digital content media solutions and a leveraged buy-out investment venture.
Analyst 1998 to 1999..
• Participated in interface design and testing resulting in the on-time deliveryof a large
scale insurance solution.
• Led data clean up and. data integrity initiatives at aJarge conversion project leading
to enhanced client relationship capabilities.
TCF Financial Services, Minneapolis MN 1995 to 1998
Branch Lending Manager 1997 to 1998
• Led one of the bank's largest finance company branch offices to a 5% overall growth
in loans outstanding by implementing a detailed marketing plan.
• Drove branch profitability goals by improving contra) of mortgage and consumer loan
portfolio through risk .evaluation., credit analysis. and compliance audit.
• Hired, trained and managed five employees. Coached individuals to succeed in both
their current position and long-term career aspirations.
Loan .Officer 1995 to 1997
• Consistently led the company in loan volume and credit insurance sales.
• Performed underwriting to insure compliance with guidelines and to facilitate loan
approvals.
American Express Fina~~cial Auvsor•s, Burr~sviiia idif~ 1933 to 1995
Financial Advisor 1993 to .1995
• Developed and managed astart-up financial planning practice, generating $2 million
in assets under management.
• Provided detailed assessment and"risk analysis of all aspects of clients financial
s6tuatian including insurance, investments, business needs and estate planning
• Ranked in the tap 20%a of the district-in financial plan sales.
• Restored broken client relationships through emphasis pn customer service.
Radio Shack, St. Louis Park MN 1991 to 1993
Sales Manager 1992 #0 1993
• Increased annual sales 20% through :effective: management of daily retail store
operations.
• Successfully restored a $400k per year retail business toprofitability through P&L
audits; controlling inventory, merchandising, and top-notch customer service.
• Led sales training,for five employees, provided. coaching for three management
trainees, increasing sales performance and promoting one trainee to manager.
Management Trainee 1991
• Promoted tv Sales Manager after completing six months of atwelve-month: training
program rlrae to accelerated progress and strong personal sales.
EDUCATION:_
Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Economics
Finance and Information Systems University of Minnesota
Curtis L. Carlson School of Management Minneapolis, Minnesota
University of Minnesota
LICENSES:.
State of Minnesota Life/Health Insurance
Series 7: General Securities Representative..
Series 66: Combined State Law (Investment Advisor & Securities Agent)
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Excel; Access; Word; PowerPoint; Windows
Additional training and exposure to SQL, Visual Basic, C, C++, COBOL, JCL & Java
Agenda Item
MEMORANDUM
TO: Economic Development Commission
CC: Robert Erickson, City Administrator .
FROM: David L. Olson, Community & Economic Development Director
DATE: March 20, 2003
RE: Himle Horner's Review of Lakeville's Communication Strategies for Economic
Development
Attached is the report prepared by the firm of Himle Horner in which they reviewed the
current communication materials used by the City and provided recommendations regarding
suggested changes to be considered in order to communicate uniform messages about
economic development in Lakeville., Their firm has also provided recommendations as to
possible new methods of communicating these messages. Todd Rapp of Himle Horner will
be at the meeting to present his firm's recommendations and respond to questions and
comments.
A REVIEW OF LAKEVILLE'S COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Recommendations from Himle Horner Inc.
March 19, 2003
I. SUMMARY
As Lakeville continues in its current growth patterns, economic development will continue to be a
key issue for residents, businesses and city leaders. Communicating your economic development
plans, and the ensuing.successes, is important for several reasons:
• It helps grow your tax base through encouraging investment by existing businesses
and new business recruitment.
• It garners the support from existing residents and businesses, which should
translate into broader support for future commercial and industrial projects.
• It helps market your community to potential residents, business leaders and
entrepreneurs.
In January 2002, a Decision Resources survey asked Lakeville residents about local economic
development. Thirty-five percent of the respondents rated the economic development process
"inadequate" and one of the reasons stated was the need for wider distribution of information.
After reviewing the communications program of the City of Lakeville ("City") and the Economic
Development Commission ("EDC"), we disagree that Lakeville needs a wider distribution of
information. In fact, the City and the EDC use many opportunities to communicate economic
development plans to their residents and the general public.
However, there are valid reasons why Lakeville residents could conclude they are inadequately
informed about economic development:
• Many of the publications and articles provided by the City and EDC are information-based -
describing individual projects without explaining their importance to individual residents.
Residents want to know more about the impact of economic development projects and planning
has on their lives -why is the Target development important for my family? How will the
Comprehensive Plan make my community better in 2005 or 2010? Link economic
development goals and projects to core values of your community and its residents.
• The existing communication pieces do not successfully deliver a cohesive set of messages to the
public. Looking at three documents - A Citizen's Guide to a Comprehensive Plan, Messages from the
City of Lakeville, and the web site for the City of Lakeville -individual stories about Lakeville
development successes were told. But there was no central theme (or set of themes) apparent
from the documents, which are among the most widely read communications pieces produced
by the City. Repetition of key themes is an important tool when delivering messages on
complex topics.
• Lakeville's economic development publications do not focus on the types of messages that
distinguish economic development as a core and vital function. An Economic Development Keport to
Lakeville Ke.ridentr is a great idea -but the themes of the .document do not highlight the unique
benefits that a strong economic development plan .provides to a city. After reading it, the
audience knows that Lakeville wants economic development, but they are unsure why they
should care about it mare than any other city function.
• Many City and EDC publications lack visuals to complement the text. For many busy residents
and business leaders, the message of your publications will come from the headlines, pictures
and charts used to tell your stories. While some material effectively uses visual communication,
far more needs to enhance the written text with better use of pictures, graphs and charts to tell
the story.
When Lakeville residents say a wider distribution of messages is needed, we believe they are actually
saying, "We didn't receive the message." The solution is to focus on delivering key messages and
improving the delivery of them.
The City and EDC clearly work hard. to communicate economic. development goals and benefits..
You should be proud of your efforts in this area. This report is about enhancing and improving this
work, not replacing it.
II. RECOMMENDATION: IDENTIFY AND COMMUNCIATE UNIFORM
MESSAGES ABOUT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Some publications we reviewed were intended for distribution to wide audiences. In general, this
material described the activities of the City and EDC, highlighted individual success stories and
discussed the tax benefits of economic development.
However, these publications typically have not explained to residents how the City's economic
development plans make Lakeville a better place to live and work. How does a new convenience
store on the corner or a new commercial mall make a family's life better? Why does a diversified tax
base help provide funding for schools?
We recommend choosing a handful of messages that become the. unifying themes in all widely-read
communications material. Specifically, the City and EDC should emphasize the following:
• Keeping Lakeville aloes-tax, high-service community.
• Answering the public's call for greater shopping and dining options.
• Managing growth responsibly.
• Protecting Lakeville's unique quality of life.
Weaving these themes into City and EDC publications will tell a story to residents, business owners
and other interested parties. It will demonstrate that the Council, the EDC and city staff has a lan
and a vision for the future of Lakeville.
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Most importantly, these themes will explain to the public why they should care about Lakeville's
economic development.
III. RECOMMENDATION: TELL LAKEVILLE'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STORY FROM THE VIEWPOINT OF THE AUDIENCE
Economic development in Lakeville does not mean the same thing to everybody. For example, a
business owner who lives and works in Lakeville will look at economic development differently than
a parent who stays at home with kids enrolled in the public schools.
Within the broad goals used to define the value of economic development, the messages can be
tailored to individual groups. This will help elevate the importance of economic development for
residents and other audiences, by making it personal and interesting. Consider these possible
strategies when communicating to specific groups:
? Business owners -Business owners are concerned with how further economic development will
affect and improve their existing businesses. Their messages should address. how further growth
will actually help their existing businesses by bringing more customers to the area, expanding
the customer base, sharing the tax burden, etc.
? Homeowners -Homeowners are concerned with how economic development will affect the
value of their homes. Clarify how economic development will help grow their investment and
increase their quality of life in proximity to goods and services in the surrounding area. Quantify
how growth prevents increases in homeowner property taxes.. Quell fears that development may
worsen their quality of life, as new development can have significant negative impacts (traffic
safety, noise, and "undesirable" businesses).
? Parents with school-age children -Parents who have enrolled their children in public schools
may not understand the importance of economic development to a healthy school system.
Communicate how the districts will be strengthened by economic development -increased tax
base, better services, etc. ,
? The outside world -The media will be most concerned with the controversies surrounding
economic development projects -they need to fully understand the high quality of life in
Lakeville and the benefits new development is bringing. Potential developers, businesses and
workers will want quality of life messages that distinguish Lakeville from other communities.
IV. RECOMMENDATION: TELL THE STORY IN BOTH WORDS AND VISUALS
Many of the publications we reviewed used 90 percent or more of the available space for text. The
majority of readers will not have an intense, innate interest in economic development. They likely
will not read atext-heavy, multiple-page document on the benefits/goals of economic development.
Instead, relate your messages as "fast facts" or real-life success stories. This method would be
particularly useful when you are asked to contribute a paragraph to an independent publication (e.g.
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the school district newsletter). However, adding visuals to communicate information and messages
will enhance the effectiveness of all of the material and more effectively communicate the two or
three key messages of each piece.
Specifically, we would recommend:
• Use charts and graphs to communicate numerical data.
• Use pictures to enhance the fundamental message(s) of each publication, particularly on
the front and back pages.
• Use boxes and balloons to provide emphasis to key quotes or messages within each
publication.
In addition, we would recommend looking at titles of articles as ways of delivering messages, not
just to convey information. For example, the Spring 2002 Airlake Park Neavs conveys a message with
the title of the first article, "Business development is a major focus in Lakeville". The Summer 2002
edition does not convey messages in the same way -for example, the title used for the picture could
read "State Honors City's Commitment to E-Commerce, Convenience". The differences may seem
subtle, but the difference in effect will be noticeable.
V. GENERAL SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVING COMMUNICATION
We reviewed a number of individual publications from the City and EDC. Enclosed are thoughts
about some of the more prominent pieces:
• Web site. It is user-friendly and attractive, but not very substantive in the area of economic
development. Post the information from the Citizen s Guide to the Comprehensive Plan on the web
site - it has good information that is easy to read. The maps and graphs in this document are
nice visuals that can easily be added to a web site. Consider adding other documents produced
by the City that may be of interest to broader audiences. This is an inexpensive way to create a
great resource for interested people.
• A Citizen's Guide to the Comprehensive Plan. This is terrific visually, but too much of it is
written from the perspective of the City and it's planning, rather than the perspective of the
likely audience. For example, in the story titled "Commercial development broadens tax base,"
there is only one sentence on how this impacts the lives of homeowners. Highlight specific
benefits for homeowners such as:
1. Reducing tax burdens on homes.
2. Increasing retail options within Lakeville for shoppers.
3. Interesting features such. as "Bringing the first coffee shop/shoe store/tanning
parlor to west Lakeville."
• Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for 2001. A financial annual report is, by its nature,
a bulky document. Supplement it with a brochure for residents, highlighting several of the
initiatives found on pages 12-15 of the document. Identify particular benefits for the city
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residents (higher than average spending on public safety or recreation?), while reinforcing the
message of low taxes/high services.
• Lakeville insert for Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine. A terrific publication. Although this
advertising was a significant investment, it was an effective marketing tool that informed others
about the benefits Lakeville offers. Keep looking for opportunities such as this to appeal to a
broader audience.
• Messages from the City of Lakeville. This is a great idea. However, there are too many
messages on each page, and the economic development stories are not linked to key messages
for residents. We would recommend making one Message each month solely about economic
development. When presenting a complex subject (such as the interchange financing program),
link the topic back to the City's goals and the benefits for residents. Instead of pictures of staff
talking to each other, show staff or the Mayor working with a new business. Most importantly,
find one or two themes for each Message, and communicate them well.
• Airlake Park News. Targeted publications such as these can be very successful methods of
communication. These seem a little long (four pages is probably enough), and more focused on
communicating pieces of information instead of a clear message. The use of pictures and
graphics are good, but you need more visual communication -always include a good visual on
page one. The features on city employees and services are terrific.
• Economic Development Report to Lakeville Residents.. Another. terrific idea. We would
recommend that the format, titles and graphics be modified to reflect the readers' more limited
understanding of economic development and its impact on the average resident of Lakeville.
We would also make a few general suggestions about communicating economic development to
your audiences:
• Highlight economic development in communication to new Lakeville residents. New
residents receive letters from the City that include the Resident Guidebook. Add a flyer that
provides an introduction to economic development strategies in Lakeville and how the City
values residents' input in planning. Break down your key messages into short, easy-to-read
points, incorporating bullet titles into short, crisp paragraphs. Direct interested residents to
EDC or web site for more information.
• Think beyond publications for effective ways to communicate economic development
messages. Written communication will likely be the most prominent method of
communicating to residents on economic development, but it shouldn't be the only way. Use
cable coverage of council meetings as opportunities to communicate quarterly to your most
engaged residents about how economic development goals have been successfully reached.
Neighborhood meetings can be organized by EDC members to discuss practical ways people
can work with the City to make Lakeville a better place to live and work presenters can
highlight economic development plans and how critical they are to Lakeville's future. A monthly
e-mail update can inform interested residents about key facts concerning economic
development.
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March 19, 2003 -Page 5
• Send targeted direct mailings to interested parties. Rather than blanketing residents with a
series of economic development publications, diversify your approaches to your audiences.
Determine who regularly purchases tickets at local arts venues, and relate economic
development to the arts. Likewise, determine who has children in public schools -send them a
letter relating economic development to public education in Lakeville. By steering clear of the
entire economic development story and focusing on specific messages, economic development
will not seem like such a looming, intimidating giant.
• Find additional ways to high~h',ht why businesses locate in Lakeville. The Spotlight on
Business program is good, but it should not be the only means of communicating success in
business recruitment. Seek opportunities to provide articles or low-cost advertisements in trade
publications or local business publications. Follow stories in regional newspapers and magazines
and, when appropriate, draft an opinion article related to a news piece. Write letters to the
editor of the .Pioneer Press and Star Tribune in response to .articles about economic
development. In the letters and opinion articles, focus on the key messages you have adopted
for economic development and refer to Lakeville's experiences to support these messages.
• Keep searching for new places to communicate your messages. One of the best aspects of
your current economic development communication plan is your willingness to find creative
new venues to place messages. Arts programs, school district calendars and chamber newsletters
are terrific materials for economic development messages. By communicating through third
parties, you will also build new partnerships for future work.
VI. CONCLUSION
The recommendations included in this report are intended to assist the City and the EDC in
enhancing and improving their communication strategies for economic development. The current
efforts of city staff, the council and the EDC to communicate economic development goals and
objectives axe strong and extensive. We hope by giving this work. "a fresh look" that Himle Horner
Inc. will help strengthen this existing program.
Any comments or questions about this report can be directed to Todd Rapp, Senior Director, Himle
Horner Inc., (952) 897-8212.
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March 19, 2003 -Page 6
Agenda Item V
MEMORANDUM
TO: Economic Development Commission
CC: Robert Erickson, City Administrator
FROM: David L. Olson, Community & Economic Development Director
DATE: March 20, 2003
RE: Dakota Electric Partners in Progress Report for 2002
The attached report which is prepared annually by Dakota Electric Association high lights the
economic development achievements of the cities in Dakota County that are served by
Dakota Electric. The report is informative in that it provides a brief. summary of the
development achievements in the other developing cities in Dakota County and allows
Lakeville to benchmark itself with the other communities in Dakota County. The following is a
brief comparative analysis of the information contained in this report:
• Lakeville had the highest total valuation of any city in Dakota County building permits
issued in 2002 at $167,142,359. The city with the second highest total appears to be
Eagan at $160,648,000.
• Lakeville issued the highest number of commercial and industrial permits at 116 and
the highest valuation at $30,111,500 of any city in Dakota County. Apple Valley was
the second highest with the number of permits at 105 and a total commercial /
industrial valuation at $22,525,000. Eagan issued only 18 commercial /industrial
permits in 2002, however, had a total valuation of $22,861,000 that was slightly higher
than Apple Valley.
• Lakeville issued the highest number of building permits for residential units for any city
in Dakota County at 691 with at total valuation of $126,154,000. The second highest
was Farmington at 556 with a total valuation of $77,540,297.
• Lakeville's total valuation for residential permits in 2002 is just slightly less than that of
the cities of Apple Valley, Burnsville and Eagan combined.
This report confirms what EDC members are already aware which is that Lakeville is
continuing to experience some of the highest levels of growth for both residential and
commercial and industrial development in the County. The challenge continues to be
ensuring that these high levels of growth are well managed and the commercial, industrial
and residential are of a quality that maintain or enhance our community's quality of Life.
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"Change u inevitable, growth is intentional" r Glenda Claud
he communities within Dakota County have proven over the years that
they embrace change... But, as the above quote states, growth. in Dakota
County did not happen by accident. Community leaders of yesterday and
today developed a vision, involved citizens in design and. planning, and executed a
.plan to bring jobs, infrastructure and quality of life to this area.
Dakota Electric Association is celebrating our GSth year of service to this area. As a
nonprofit electric cooperative., our focus is service and reliability. We are pcoud of
our partnerships with local communities, chambers of commerce, educational
institutions, economic development organizations and convention and visitors
bureaus.
Through the Partners in Progress celebration, Dakota Electric recognizes the
importance of the coalition between city and county governments to stimulate
economic development.
Growth makes progress possible. Dakota Electric Association is pleased to do our
part in being a Partner in Progress.
Greg A~iller
President and CEO
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Apple Valley:... -
Burnsville
he city of Apple Valley's greatest development achievement in 2002 was he city of Burnsville is; pleased to highlight three of their top development
completion of the comprehensive planning process for the Central Village achievements in 2002.
mixed use plan. This mixed-use "new urbanism" development will be
located in the southeast quadrant of the city's downtown commercial area on 65
acres of land. surrounding the intersection of Galaxie Avenue and 153rd Street The community's vision for creation of a pedestrian-friendly town center known
West• as the "Heart of the City" is becoming a reality. The first major project, Grande
.Market Place,, is under construction with one 24,000 square-foot, three-story
Expected to be complete by 2010, this urban neighborhood will contain approxi- building, housing a culinary school, retail shops and office space. A second four-
mately 1,000 dwelling units in a combination of rowtownhomes and story building contains 113 rental apartments with 14 units on the street level
apartment/condominiums catering tqa market that desires a;mixed-use and walk- adjacent to 15,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space. Underground parking
able neighborhood. The Centro} Village will also contain about 300,000 square and a plaza are additional amenities to this project that will be completed this fall
feet of a variety of commercial spaces to serve boththe needs of its new residents The centerpiece for the Heart of the Ciry, Nicollet Commons Park, will he tom-
and the community at large. All of the multi-story buildings in the development pleted by year-end 2003. Two owner-occupied'condominium projects totaling 190
will 6e organized around the public spaces defined by streets, plazas, green spaces units received. preliminary development approval and construction will begin this
or water features and will be located close to the street to create a pedestrian-
spring.
friendly environmentserved by sidewalks and trailways.
A second highlight was construction of eleven Habitat homes known as "Aspen
Dakota Electric's Partners in Progress program sponsored aq update of the city's Grove Lane," the largest project to date by Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
economic development promotional brochures. One of the most significant contributions to this project was a commitment made
by Dakota Electric of nearly $.22,000 of in-kind electrical. services. Dakota Electric
employees provided hundreds of volunteer hours in home construction. Dakota
Electric Association, represented by Greg Miller and Peggy Johnson, was presented
a "Community Builder" Award by the Burnsville City Council in recognition of
their contributions in supporting affordable home ownership in Burnsville.
The third highlight was Dakota Electric's partnership with the Burnsville
Commercial Real Estate Council's (BCREC) third annual "Wheeling & Dealing
in Burnsville" Road Rally held in September. BCREC raised $30,000 to host this
broker rally to promote the city as a good place to do business and .published a
brochure advertising available office and industrial space. Dakota Electric was a
major sponsor.
212 New residennial permits '368 New residential permits
544,T31,Q00 Value of residential permits $38,155,211 Value of residential ermits
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106 Commercial/Industrial permits issued 16 Commercial/industrial permits issued
~`'r~ apple $22,525,000 Value of CommerciaUlndustrial permits
val'et' $ 8,181,848 V81ue of Commercial/Industrial permits
400 Jobs projected to be created 210 Jobs projected to be created
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Cannon Falls Eagan-
he city of Cannon Falls' achievements in 2002 include an agreement with he city of Eagan had great success in new development, redevelopment
Wausau Supply Company to build a 78,000 square-foot door manufaetur- and property reinvestment in 2002. Among. he highlights:
ing plant. With the building completed, they are now in the process of
.hiring and will employ approximately 40 people. Spectrum. Commerce Center on Highway 55 was an award winning development
Other projects include a new business, Mello Honey, which recently took posses- for its use of recycled materials in construction of the first phase (120,000 square
sion of an empty building. The old Third Street bridge is undergoing reconstruc- feet) of what will eventually he a three-phase 300,OR0 square-foot. project.:
Lion. Midwest of Cannon Falls spent $500,000 on the restoration of an .1800 vin-' The city inked the first redevelopment agreements in both TIF redevelopment dis-
rage home to showcase their produces. trios; De1ca Homes-for 230 townhomes in the Cedar Groove District, and
The city is working with snot-for-profit tympany to research development of Interstate Partners for continuedbuild-out of Grand Oak Business Park'at
affordable housing. Cannon Falls, like a number of other communities., suffers. Highway 55 and Highway 1.49.
from a shortage of housing that is affordable for working families.. The city of Eagan set a record for building permits issued with G,S29. The valua-
In 2002, the city completed a new wastewater treatment. plant and new water tion of those permits was $160,648,400.
tower in preparation for continued growth. Several new subdivisions are planned The city worked with Dakota Electric to improve our economic development
that will take advantage of the new capacity. The city also hired their own building marketing. activities, including getting the city E-Commerce Certified through the
official who will assume all building permitting and enforcement. state'of Minnesota's program. Partners in Progress money a{so went toward a city,.
Dakota Electric Association's Partners in Progress money helped provide welcome welcome sign... Eagan will continue co utilize the wealth of knowledge available
signs for: visitors at the entrance to Cannon Falls. One of the signs was designed through Dakota Electric as we enhance our Web site and improve our marketing
and manufactured by Hancock Concrete of Gannon Falls. effans.
14 New residential permits 245 New residential permits
54,409,000 Value of residential permits 547,238,000 Value of residentiaFpermits
10 Commercial/Industrial permits issued 18 CommerciaUlndustrial permits issued
Eii~cru .52,739,400 Value of Commercial/Industrial permits 'ia 522,861,000 Value of Commercial/Industrial permits
uruuwi ~ N/A Jobs ro'ec
30 Jobs projected to be created p 1 ted to be created
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- Farmington Hastings
he Farmington Marketplace commercial area.at Pilot Knob Road a?~d Elk n 2002, the city of Hastings saw a variety of new residential and commercial
Kiver Trail opened in 2002 and is now serving residents. of the rapidly- development. On the commercial side, Hastings„Marketplace, located at the
growing residential district on Farmington,'s_north side. Tenants in the junction of Highway 55 and General Sieben Drive, is scheduled to open the
Farmington Marketplace include Ted's Pizza, the Ugly Mug Coffee Bar and Grill, end of February. This retail area is 107,255 square feet and includes Cub Foods,
TC Nails, Ladies Workout Express, Great Clips, Movie Gallery, Pampered Pet Spa Panes Bread and Bakery, Great Clips and other small. businesses.- Directly across
and Subway. Last year also brought an expansion of the Ciry Center development ' Highway 55 front Hastings Marketplace is the new 158.000 square-foot
in downtown Farmington, with the opening of Pellicci Ace Hardware, New Moon Wal-Mart store tha[ opened in November 2002 to replace .the former 79,500
Buffet and new office space for Edina Realty. square-foot store.
Additional commercial growth along County Road 50 (west of downtown The Industrial Park has seen several businesses take advantage of the Land Credit
Farmington).. is anticipated in the near future. In 2002, the city received a $40,000 Program to build within the park. New and expanding businesses include APL
"Opportunity Grant" from the Metropolitan Council to create a Master Plan for Fabricating, Birchen En erprises, C & A Building, USM Excavating, Lawrence
development of that area. Interiors and Quality O~ie Woodworking.
Residential growth in Farmington in 2002 set a new record for the third consecu- Regina Medical Center began phase one. of athree-please project that will result in
rive year. The city, issued building permits for 269 new single family homes and. complete renovation of their acute care space. They. are adding 40,000'square feet
287 new multi-family dwellings. fihe total value of new residential. construction and renovating 18,000.
for 2002 ($77,540,297) represents a 22 percent increase over 2001.
' Residential growth continues at a rapid pace. Eleven different residential projects
The city issued two new cotnmerciaUindustrial/institutional: permits in 2002, are currently under development. The projects range in size from six single family
valued. at $1,150,000, for two multi-unit commercial buildings in the'new or townhome units to 343 single family homes.
Farmington Marketplace commercial:area on Pilot Knob Road in northern<
Farmington. _ The city of Hastings and the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce are using part
of the Partners in Progress Funding to assist the city with the state's E-Commerce
Funding provided by Dakota Electric'(through the Partners in Progress program) Certification program. The additional Partners In Progress funds will assist
is being used to assist he eery in getting E-Commerce Ready Certficarion from Hastings with organizing and coordinating the Grand Excursion 2004. More than
the DeparzmentofTrade and Economic Development. Other funds received-from 40 communities along 400 miles of the upper Mississippi, From the Quad Cities
Dakota Electric will be applied to cartsulting fees incurred by the city in connec- to the Twin Cities, are planning celebrations, recreational and cultural programs.
tion with a planning process that is underway for future commercial areas in- Grand Excursion 2004 will recognize more than 800 capital and environmental
Farmington. projects being completed throughout the region - a combined $5 billion invest-
ment -reconnecting communities and people with the river.
t„~ 556 New residential permits ~ r• r, 267 New residential permits
577,540,297 Value of residential permits $43,752,172 Value of residential permits
2 Commercial/industrial permits issued " ~ • •t ' ~ r 14 Commercial/Industrial permits issued
~'~ti_ yj,.~ $1,150,000 Value of CommercialJlndustrial permits ~s F $1Q443,165 Value of Gommercialflndustrial permits
Jobs projected to be created 300+ Jobs projected to be created
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Lakev~lle
laying the course during a down rycle in the economy has been Inver Grove aluaton of buildingpermitrissued in Lakeville reached record highsin
Heights' biggest challenge in the past 12-18 months. Dur attention has 2002. Last. year, building permits with a focal valuation of $167,142,359
turned to business retention as we tested the business climate. We conducted were issued, resulting iman increase of more than-$13,500,000 over last`
a business survey that went out to approximately 700 businesses. Our response year's valuation and nearly>10 percent over: the previous record.
rate was 26 percent. Basically, most'businesses were affected by the recession to
.varying degrees bur were. optimistic about the future. Significant commercial development projects included the opening ofa 182,000
square-foot SuperTargec Store, the opening ofa 150,000 square-foot HOM
Commercial activity in 2002 included six business expansions, construction ofa Furniture Store and a number of retail businesses locating in the new Ipava
40,000 square-foot office/warehouse, and after a long battle, approval ofa ~ Marketplace, Lakeville Crossing and Mainscreet Manor commercial centers.
135,000 square-foot Wal-Mart. Already, 2003 is starting to shape up with applica-
bons for a number of retail projects that'should break ground sometime this Industrial development was also strong in 2002, with building materials distribu-
spring, lion facilities Clustering in Lakeville's Airlake Industrial Park, including Wausau
Progress Plus, the city's economic development agency, has continued to work. Supply's 79,000 square-foot expansion, C.H. Carpenter Lumber's construction of
with businesses, developers and brokers in an effort to market the city for high a G9,000 square-foot distribution facility and Boise Cascade's ground-breaking for
quality planned. development.' Dakota Electric Association has been a long time a 72,000 square-foot building materials distribution facility. '
supporter of Progress Plus through its membership and through economcdevel- MayorRobetEJohnson indicated that the thriving commercial and itidustrialvalu-
opment grants. Dakota Electric is the sole sponsor of the Progress Plus newsletter, ation is expected to continue in 2003. The Crossroads development at Cedar Ave.
The.Advoeate.'.Funding was also used to assist the city with the state's E-Commerce- and Dodd Blvd. will include 178,000 square feet of commercial developmetu
Certification program. anchored by a Cub Foods store a[ongwith amulti-tenant retail building and 597
townhomes and single:family units. The Timbercresr at Lakeville developmen~
(new SuperTarget site): is planning construction of a second phase that will include
a restaurant, bank and retail establishments. And Heritage Commons at 202nd St.
and Dodd Blvd. recently received approval of a third multi-tenant retail building.;,
On the residential side, approved residential subdivision plats reached record levels
in 2002. Twenty-three residential plats representing 1,265 housing units were
approved last year. Foy the first time in Lakeville's history, townhouse valuations
have topped $50 million with 377 permits issued.
With Dakota Electric's support, the city hosted the most successful. Manufacturer's
Appreciation event in nearly a decade. More than 110 people attended a luncheon
and toured Airlake Industrial Park on a locomotive at Progressive Rail, Inc.
Dakota Electric's generosity also enabled the city to engage a public relations firm
to assist with informing residents about the benefits that accrue from
commercial/industrial growth.
126 New residential permits
691- New residential permits
$51,884,000 Yalue of residential permits ~ $126,154,000 Value of residential
% permits
3 CommerciaUlndustrial permits issued
116 CommerciaUindustrialpe~mits issued
$1,850,000 Value of Commercial/lndustrial permits ~
l\`' ~ $30,111,500 Value of Commercial/Industrial permits
50+ Jobs projected to be created ~_i 150 Jobs projected to be created
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Rosemount Dakota County EDP
he city of Rosemount's development achievements in 2002 were domi- he Dakota County Economic Development Partnership.. has as its mission:
oared by the addition of 330 new dwelling units including a 48-unit "'To facilitate the expansion and diversification oFthe Dakota County
condominium pro}eet for active seniors. Commercial/industrial develop- economy." DCEDI; a private 501 cC not for profit corporation, is operated
ment fell short of the record pace set in 2001. In 2002,, the business park saw by a 27-member. board comprised of private business executives, c~mmuniry lead-
rhe addition of a 1.0,000 square-foot building for Mi telstaedt Brothers ers, city development staff; county staff, elected officials, educational institutions
Construction; the commercial area saw construction. of 12,000 square-feet in and various state arganizations.
retail/commercial space including a ICFC/A&W restaurant. There remain hun- Last year, the DCEDP Technology Committee launched an initiative to achieve
dreds of acres of private land caned for business park growth. the certification of E-Commerce Ready from the Minnesota Department of Trade
Approximately one-third of the 330 new homes were built in Centex's and Economic. Development. Certification .will signify two. things,
Bloomfield development and another third in the Everntoor development by • Dakota County has the telecommunications infrascrucnrre and services neces-
Contractors Property Development Corporation. The average value of these sin- sary to compete in the global electronic. marketplace.
gle-family houses and townhouse units was $160,800, excluding land value. • Our businesses, schools and governments are effectively using technology co
Rosemount has fewer than 200 vacant residential lots available. A 120-unit sen- be more productive and competitive.
for condominium project by Wensmann Homes in Evermoor was approved in More important than the designation is the certification process that will generate
2002 for construction in 2003. opportunities for Dakota County to move forward on technology development
projects that will improve our county as a place to live, learn, work`and conduct
The port authority approved a plan for the redevelopment of downtown business. This type of cooperation is unique within the state and Dakota County
Rosemount. The plan, which calls for the redevelopment of a sizeable portion of will be the first county in Minnesota to achieve this stools when we are successful'.
downtown, is under review by the city council. The port authority. continued to
assemble property for redevelopment downtown by acquiring a small house. This kind of collaborative effort fits exactly with DCEDP's mission and vision:
Dakota Electric's Partners in Progress helped Rosemount achieve its Dols in • Assist with building and facilitating general capacity for sustainable wmmu-
g niry economic growth.
2002 by funding enhancements to the city's Web sire. • Help posture Dakota County to retain and attract quality jobs and businesses.
• Assist local econonuc development groups and Chambers of Commerce to
foster a vibrant business environment.
• Market Dakota County`as a cohesive economic region.
Besides the Technology Committee, other active committees of the Partnership
include, Entrepreneurship Committee, International Trade Committee, Bankers
Committee and BRAD Committee.
Dakota Electric Association's assistance has: helped DCEDP achieve-its goals. The
Partnership-board ofdirectors wishes o sincerely acknowledge and thank the hard
working. staff of Dakota llectric Association for their unwavering support.
330 New residential permits
X53,054,739 Value of residenOal permits ,
5 CammerciaUlndustriat permits. issued D3kOta COUCTty
~h ECONUAIIC DEVELOPMENT
S 2,899,i0d Value of Commercial/Industrial permits PnaTNERSrnr
8 Jobs projected. to be created
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Dakota County Workforce County
Providing comprehensive, professional, and timely services for job seek-
ers and employers
he Dakoca'County Workforce Council consists of 21 members appoint-
ed by the County Board'of Commissioners. Of chose members; more `
than 50 percent are business owners, while the rest are members of pub=
lit sector services.:
All programs were'extremely busy in 2002. Workforce Council programs pro-
vided direct one-on-one services to' more than 1,100 dislocated workers, more ' -
than 1,750'people in the Minnesota Family Investment Program'(MFIP), 300
youth and 2,100 individuals in rehabilitation programs.
Additionally, there were approximately 40,000 visitors to the Workforce Center
resource rooms using the many cools available to look for work. In`)uly, the
West St. Paul Workforce Centers combined into one location at the Dakota
County Northern Service Center. Dakota County's second Workforce Center,
Burnsville, is on County Road 11 north of County Road 42.
In 2002,. the.Council also increased its: focus on working:with businesses.
Specifically,. the Council:
• worked with the seven. Dakota County area Chambers of Commerce, to,
coordinate business communications and feedback;
• interacted with employers to determine their employment needs;
communicated Workforce Council services available to employers;
• co-sponsored events such as job fairs and industry specific focus groups;
• and, developed a South of the River "resource. guide" for entrepreneurs.
In 2003, the Council will:
• interact more with economic development and educational efforts of value
to employers......
• increase its program awareness with employers and the public;
• seek more ?private sector participation and
• use innovative approaches to deliver services more effectively and efficiently.
Dakota Electric is a vital, energetic, and dedicated partner of the Council.
LaDonna Boyd, Council Chair, takes a leading rate on workforce issues
throughout the state. and is a member of the Governor's Workforce Council.
This involvement ensures hat Dakota Electric is involved in development and
management of crucial workforce- development issues at a local and state level.
Agenda Item
MEMORANDUM
TO: Economic Development Commission
CC: Robert Erickson, City Administrator
FR: David L. Olson, Community & Economic Development Director
DATE: March 20, 2003
RE: March Director's Report
The following is the Director's Report for March 2003.
Economic Development Coordinator Position
The City received approximately 25 applications for the initial posting of this position.
We interviewed six applicants and brought two of the six in for a second interview.
Unfortunately none of the finalists possessed the right combination of skills in both
communications and marketing as well as economic development. A large number
of the applicants had communications and marketing backgrounds with no relavent
economic development experience.
As a result, we have decided to re-advertise the position and have modified the job
posting so as not to place as much emphasis on communication and more on
economic development experience and background. We are also extending the
area that we are advertising the opening to include neighboring states.
Spotlight on Business
Scruples Salon Products Inc. was the featured business at the March 3rd City
Council meeting and was introduced by EDC Member Barry Pogatchnik. A copy of
the Council memo for this featured business is attached.
Despatch Industries and Alcorn Beverages will be featured at the April 7t" and 21St
City Council meetings respectively. EDC member presenters are needed for both
meetings. I will circulate a sign up sheet at the meeting.
City Council Action on 2003 Strategic Plan Work Program
I presented the 2003 Strategic Plan Work Program as well as the 2002
accomplishments to the City Council at their March 17t" meeting. Vice-Chair
Pogatchnik was also in attendance at the meeting and provided comments to the
Council on behalf of the EDC. The Council extended their appreciation to the EDC
for its efforts in 2002 and approved the Strategic Plan Work Program for 2003.
.Change in Airlake Airport Fixed Base Operator
At the March 13, 2003 meeting of the Airlake Airport Advisory Commission meeting,
gaff from the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) introduced Ron Hansen,
owner of Aircraft Resource Center. Mr. Hansen recently received lease approval
from MAC to operate the main Fixed Based Operations building at the airport. Mr.
Hansen recently purchased this part of the commercial operations at the airport from
Steve Wentworth. Mr. Wentworth will still own and operate a commercial hanger at
Airlake Airport and retain a lease with MAC. Mr. Hansen of Aircraft Resource
Center's approved lease will allow them tb sell fuel, new and used aircraft and parts,
offer aircraft maintenance and flight lessons. Mr. Hansen also plans to focus more
on corporate aircraft sales and service than Mr. Wentworth was able to. Staff is
hopeful this new Fixed Base Operator will build on the improvements in facilities and
service that were started last year by Mr. Wentworth and make Airlake Airport more
attractive for corporate aircraft use. Mr. Hansen was also willing to host a future
EDC meeting or attend one of our regular meetings in City Hall.
Dakota County CDA Housing Report
Attached is a survey prepared by the Dakota County CDA on new housing units
constructed in Dakota County cities in 2002. Some of this same information is also
contained in the Partners in Progress Report, however, the CDA provides more
detailed analysis and comparisons to the previous year. The report also contains
new affordability information, housing and community development grants/loans that
were received by Dakota County cities in 2002 and affordable housing units owned
by the CDA throughout the County.
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and City Council
City Administrator
CC: David L. Olson, Community & Economic Development Director
From: Sue Palm, Public Information Specialist
Re: Spotlight on Business: Scruples Saton Products, Inc.
Spotlight on Business continues to inform residents on the benefits of Cll. base to gain
community support and appreciation for business growth (Goal #1 of the Economic
Development 2002 Strategic Work Plan).
Scruples Salon Products, Inc. will be featured at the March 3 Council meeting. EDC
member Barry Pogatchnik wi l be in attendance to present information on Scruples Salon
Products, Inc. and introduce Frank Liguori, CE4 of the- company.
Scruples Professional Salon Products,. Inc. was founded back in 1982 when Frank
Liguori and Jack Story left the hair care company that they worked for to start their
own hair care product development business. Mr. Liguori became the CEO, and Mr.
Story the President of Scruples Salon Products, Inc. By 1985 the company was
ready to move from its original Burnsville location to its current Lakeville home at
8231 214th St. W. The 42,000 square-foot Scruples, Inc. building is constructed on a
94,000 square-foot. parcel in Airlake Industrial Park.
Scruples, Inc. develops and markets hair care products to professional beauty salons
through a network of exclusive and semi-exclusive distributors. During the past 21 years,
the company has developed and successfully marketed more than 100 different products.
Outside contract fillers manufacture the hair care items in the Scruples line, while
Scruples, Inc. focuses on distribution, development and marketing of the products.
Over 50% of their marketed items involve hair color and hair lightening products, but they
have also developed a wide variety of other salon hair care supplies. Scruples, tnc.
distributes its products to professional salons throughout the United States and to 17
foreign countries.
Today, this successful Lakeville business provides employment to 27 area residents,
including Frank Liguori's three children, who are the third Liguori generation in the hair
care business. In addition to employment, Scruples, Inc. provides a substantial tax benefit
to the community. The Dakota County Assessor has assigned an estimated .property
market value of over $1.4 million to the company's building. and property. This market
value resulted in the company's contribution of $44,137 in local property taxes going to
support the City, Dakota County and Independent School District 194 in 2002.
A
Dakota County
:Community Development Agency
MEMORANDUM
TO: Dakota County LCA Cluster
FROM: Dan Rogness
DATE:. March 6, 2003
RE: New Housing Units in 2002
-Every year, `I survey our participating cities and township. on their total new
housing construction. 'It's broken down into only two categories ...single family
detached `and multi-family units. The Met Council completes a survey later in the
year or? the affordability of those newly constructed units.
.`Here are some .general conclusions from 2002 for 12 cities and one township:
• Thetotal number increased 295 units, or 9.5% from 2001-2002'(3,408 in
2002 vs. 3,113 in 2001).
• Those with the largest increases included Burnsville (+225), Hastings
(+1.30) and Lakeville {+121)...
• Those with the .largest decreases included Apple Valley (-283) and Inver
Grove Heights (-104).
• Lakeville (691) had the highest number of new units. in 2002 followed by
Farmington (582), Burnsville (368) and Hastings (356).
• Six cities had more than fifty percent of new housing units as multi-family:
Burnsville (91.8%), Apple Valley (80.5%), Inver Grove Heights (72.0%),
Hastings (66.3%), Mendota Heights (57.1%) and Lakeville (54:6°f°).
• The past three years of comparisons for single. vs. multiple family show an
increasing level of multi-family percentages 2000. = 48.1 %,'.2001
52.6%, 2:002 = 58.6%.
Although this information does not show anything related to tenure or
affordability, it shows that Dakota County is changing most growth: in the outer
ring, some higher growth in redevelopmentareas and an increasing trend toward
multi-family units.
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NEW HOUSING UNIT CONSTRUCTION in 2002
Dakota County LCA Cluster (12 cities + 1 township)
Single Single. Multiple Multiple Percent of
.Family family Family Family Cluster
City .Units" .Percent Units"* Percent Total Units Total
Apple Valley 19.5% 80.5% 329 9.7%
Burnsville 30 8.2% 338 91.8% 368 10.8%
Eagan 233 76.9% 70 23.1 % 303 8.9%
Em ire Twshp 40 75.5% 13 24.5% 53 1.6%
Farmington 295 50.7% 287 49.3% 582. 17..1
Hastin s 120 33.7% 236 .66.3% 356 10.:4%
Inver Grove Hgts 90 28.0% 232 72.0% 322 9.4%
Lakeville 314 45.4% 377 54.6% 691 20.3%
Mendota Heights 6 42.9% 8 57..1% 14 0.4% -
Rosemount 181 54.8% 149 45.2% 330 9.7%
South St. Paul 25 ' 55.6% 20 44.4°fo 45 1.3%
Sunfish lake 1 0.0% 0 0.0% 1 0.0%
West St. Paul 11 78:6% 3 21.4% 14 0.4%
TOTAL 1,410 41.4% 1,998 58.6% 3,408 100.0°l0
Note: "Mobile homes are included within the Singly Family Unit column (34 total}.
This category includes apartments, duplexes, townhomes and condominiums.
.2001 2002
Total Total Number Percent
City Units Units Change Change
A le Valle 612 329 -283 -46.2%
Burnsville 143 368 225 157.3%
Eagan 248 303 55 22.2%
Empire Twshp 20 53 33 165.0°I°
Farmington. 486 582 96 19:8%
Hastin s 226 356 130 57.5%
Inver Grove Hgts 426 322 -104 -24.4%
Lakeville 570 691 121 21.2%
Mendota Hei hts 36 14 -22 -61.1
.Rosemount 304 330. 26 8.6%
South St. Paul 30 45 15 50:0°I°
- Sunfish Lake _ 0 1 1 #DIV/0~
West St. Paul 12 14 2 16.7%
TOTAL 3113 3408 295 9.5%
2003 AFFORDABILITY MEASURES in DAKOTA COUNTY
Rental Housing Units (gross monthly rents):
Eff. 1-BR 2-BR 3-BR 4-BR
LCA $ 671 $ 7.19 $ 862 $ 996. $1,112
.HUD FMR $ 554 $ 713 $ 912 $1,233 $1,397
TAX CR. $ 805 $ 863 $1,035 $1.,196 $1,335
Averages. $ 590 $ 740 $ 892 $1,148
Owner Housing Units:
Purchase price (LCA) $170,000
CDA 1St time homebuyer limit $175,591 (existing units)
$199,000 (new units)
FHA mortgage limit as of 1/03 $218,405
Median sales price (12/31/02) $fi85,~40 (Twin Cities)
$158, 300 (U. S.)
Income Limits (eff. 3/03):
Median family income (metro) _ $75,300
1-PER 2-PER 3-PER 4-PER
Median $53,690. $61,360 $69,030 $75,300
80% of median $39,550 $45,200 $50,850 $56,500
60% of median $32,220 $36,840 $41,400 $46,020.
50% of median $26,850 $30,700 $34,500 $38,350
30% of median $16,100 $18,400 $20,700 $23,000
Notes:
1. Livable Community Act (LCA) rent limits are based on one of the tax credit
formulas...20% of the units below 50%° of median income.
2. HUD fair market rents (FMR) are shown at the base rather than adjusted for
.geographic/market conditions; at 50% level for Dakota Co. effective 10/01/02.
3. Tax credit rents shown are based on the most commonly used formula...40% of
the units below 60% of median income.
4. HUD income limit categories: (1) Low = 51 %-80%; (2) Very Low = 31%-50%;
and (3) Extremely Low = 0%-30%_
5. The percentages for income limits are adjusted by HUD formulas and carps; for
example, 80% of median cannot exceed the US median of $54,400.
6. Average rents based on March 2002 survey; median sales based on Realtors
Assoc. survey, which includes single family, townhomes and condominiums.:
[Updated numbers shown in italics; updated 2/27/03]
HOUSING 8~ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS/LOANS
RECEIVED IN DAKOTA COUNTY
(State 8~ Regional Competitive Applications - 2002)
L MHFA Single Family Super RFP (Spring 8z Fall awards)
• South St. Paul ($300,000) Redisover SSP
IL MHFA Multifamily Super RFP (Spring 8~ Fall awards)
• Dakota County CDA ($1.,238,819) Cedar Villas Townhomes, Eagan
• Dakota County CDA ($1,245,181.) Downtown Townhomes, Lakeville
• Dakota .County CDA {$500,000) Heart of the City Townhomes, Burnsville
• Sherman Associates {$3,400,000) ---.Grande Market Place, Burnsville
• South St. Paul .($368,920) --.Rental Assistance Program
IIL _Met Council LCA Opportunity Grants
• Farmington ($40,000).---.Spruce Street Development Plan
• Apple Valley ($30,000) Central Village Small Area Plan Phase 2
!V. Met Council LCA Demonstration Grants
• West St. Paul ($1,000,000) North End Redevelopment Project
• Mendota Heights ($873,400.) Town Center Redevelopment Project
V. Met Council LCA Polluted Site Cleanup Grants
• South St. Paul ($510,494) Bridge Point Business Park
VI. DIED Contamination Site Cleanup Grants
• ..South St. -Paul ($1,1.62,443.) Bridge Point Business Park
• Dakota County CDA ($50,000). Future Housing Site, Lakeville ~'1
TOTAL COMPETITIVE GRANT AWARDS = $10,71.9.,257
(1) Dakota County CDA's application was referred by DTED to the MPCA Dump Assessment Program, which was
approved at an estimated value of $50,000.
DAKOTA COUNTY C.D,A.
.Rental Housing Unit Summary
(Units Owned and Managed by he CDA)
January January
2003. Percent 2004 Percent
Public Housing** 324 22% 324 21
Senior Housing 837 58% 897 58%
Family Housing 296 20% 330 21%
Total 1..,369 100% 1,551 100%
Includes 80 senior units at Colleen Loney Manor in WSP
Other projects in' pre-deve opment stages:
1. 55-unit Senior project in West Saint Paul (under negotiated bid)
2. 60-unit Senior project in Eagan {bids opened 3/07/03)
3. 34-unit Family project in Eagan (joint project with Shelter Corp.)
4. 40-unit Family project in Lakeville (vacant site owned by CDA)
5. 60+unit Senior project in Hastings (vacant site owned by CDA)
6..50+unt Senor_mixed-use project in South St. Paul (SSP HRA site)
7. 30+unit Family project in Inver Grove Heights (possible vacanf sites)
8. 35+unit Family project in Lakeville. (former dump site owned by CDA)
Definitions;.
1. Public Housing rental units owned/managed by the. CDA for seniors and
families; construction and operation funds provided by HUD; scattered single
family, duplex and townhome units plus one senior highrise of 80 units.
2. Senior Housing .rental apartment-style units owned/managed by the CDA
for seniors 55+;_construction funded by Dakota County tax levy and GO bonds;
operations funded by established rents; typically 50-60 units per project with 1-
and 2-bedroom units and .underground. parking,
3. Family Housing rental family townhome :units owned by private limited.
partnerships with the .CDA as a general :partner; construction funded by tax
credits and other public financing:; operations funded by rents; .typically 25-30
units .per project with 2- and 3-bedroom units and attached garages.
.Dakota County CDA Affordable Housing
LOW RENT PUBLIC HOUSING UNITS (324#otal):
Apple Valley = 51 units
Burnsville = 61 units
Eagan = 30 units
Farmington = 7 units
.Hastings = 20 units
Inver Grove Hgts = 11 units
Lakeville = 22 units
`Mendota Heights = 1 unit
Rosemount = 31 units
V1lest St. Paul = 90 units {includes 80-unit senior/disabled bldg.)
SENIOR APARTMENTS (897 total):
Apple'Ualley Orchard Square ('95) = 50 units
Cortland Square ('01) = 60 units
Burnsville Eagle Ridge PL ('91) = 60 units
.Park Ridge. PI. {'99) = 66 units
Eagan O'Leary Manor ('98) _ 65 units:
Oakwoods {'92) = 65 units
Hastings Mississippi Terrace = 40 units
.Inver. Grove. Hgts. Carmen Court {'94) = 51 units
Cahill Commons ('02) _ 60 units
Lakeville Winsor Plaza ('90) = 64 units
:Main St. Manor {'01) = 51 units (w/ commercial)
Mendota Heights Parkvew Plaza ('97) = 65 .units (25 at market rate)
Town Center {'03) _ 60 units (under construction)
Rosemount Cameo'Place ('97) = 44 units
South St. Paul River Heights T. ('97) = 54 uni#s (14 at market -rate)
West St. Paul Haskell Court ('92) _ 42 units
FAMILY PARTNERSHIP TOWNHOMES 1330 total):
.Apple Valley Glenbrook (`94) = 39 units
Chasewood {`99) _ 27 units
Burnsville Parkside (`92) = 22 units
Heart of the City ('03) = 34 units (under construction)
`Eagan Oak Ridge (`96) = 42 units
Hastings Pleasant Ridge (`97) _ 31 units
Marketplace (`02) = 28 units
"Inver Grove Hgts.' Spruce'Pointe (`95f _ 24 units
Lakeville Cedar Valley (`98) = 30 units ;
Country Lane (`01) 29 units
Mendota Heights Hillside Gables (`01) = 24 units
12/39 /02
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' Minnesota loin EDAM in
Community Capital Recognizing
March/April 2003 Cover Fund Now Open for Economic
storx Business
EDAM Awards Development
New loan fund to support local
From the_President economic development efforts Excellence!
EDAM Member News
UpCOmin~e _E_v_ents EDAM is now requesting nominations
for the EDAM's annual economic
• EDAM's Third Thursde~ ~ development awards. The Award's
Event Rebuild a._Comm.unty Program sponsor, the Minnesota Real
thresh Brownfield - Estate Journal, and an ad-hoc committee
Redevelopment of EDAM members will be collecting
A_ pit/ 1.72..003 s ' nominations until Apri125th. This is a
• s y r ular ro ram each ear and a rest
Welcome New Members - p°p p g y g
_ - way to recognize talent in the profession.
DTED....NeWS OutgoingMCCFBoardmemberNancyNorr, Minnesota The awards will be given at the EDAM
• Powers Beonomic Devetopmenr Manager, tisrens as summer conference June 25th through
• Y.e_..cke...Appointe....d.-As_s..~s...ta....n....t
Tony Chtadeh Stewartville Ciry Admenestrator, talks June 27th at Madden' S ReSOrt. Tbe
C..o....mm.ssio......n....er of...Workforc....e about the benefits ojMCCF membership.
Develo~men..t awards categories include:
• DIED Commissioner As cities and counties throughout
Launches Series of Media Minnesota face the reality of having fewer • Economic Development
Roundtable Briefings resources in the future for everything from Practitioner of the Year
• Minnesota Maintains Perfect police and fire services to parks and • Economic Development Citizen
Grades on Economic libraries, dozens of local governments, • Leadership Award
Development Report Card nonprofit economic development groups, • Economic Development
• Notice to Cities Who Issue and regional & local utilities from all
Mortgage Credit Certificates: ac'ound Greater Minnesota have banded Initiative
Applications Available together to establish an innovative new • Business Retention and Business
economic development financing Attraction
Development News organization-the Minnesota Community • Best Technology Marketing
• With the Assistance of KKE Capital Fund (MCCF). Award
Architects Inc. Anoka • Best Event:
County Presents Stadium m ~
Development Concept to Networking/party/tour.
Vikings Ownership • Best Brochure
• Hennepin County Approves • Best Direct Mail Campaign
Transit Oriented i` • Best Advertising Campaign.
Development 1
• Minnesota Job.._Vacancy ~ To make a nomination, go to the awards
Survey_ Finds Hiring Dema_n_d forms on the EDAM website:
B ttomin O.ua Nearly sixty MCCF charter members
_ o . ....2....- _ - www.edam.ore.
• Initiative Foundation Awards pamcipated in the organizational meeting
X50, 000 to Central of the Fund last month in St. Cloud to
formally launch this unique nonprofit Samples of marketing materials for
Minnesota Housing lending corporation and elect its first board marketing materials awards must be
Partnership of directors. submitted to:
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EDAM thanks its The Northland Institute, aMinneapolis- Eric Ewald
Medallist Members for based nonprofit organization, developed Managing Director
the MCCF over the course of the past two EDAM
their support... yeazs, and is managing the Fund during its 26 East Exchange St., Ste. 500
start-up period. Scott Martin, Northland's St. Paul, MN 55101
President and MCCF CEO, explained, "the
MCCF is a rural economic development Make sure to include a
initiative of the Institute that was designed copy of the nomination form.
to increase the availability of gap-financing
capital to rural communities through the pooling of local dollars and by accessing
national capital mazkets."
m ,
"We will be originating loans on behalf of our members and selling all loans to the
secondary mazket. This approach enables us to fully recapitalize ow loan fund on a
continuous basis, thus ensuring that MCCF will always have money to lend in the
communities we serve." MCCF opened for business in eazly February with nearly $3
11 million on deposit in the Loan Fund. "We expect to add dozens of new members and
Thanks! another $2 million to the Fund during the coming year," Maztin added.
In order to accommodate rural development organizations and local governments of all
sizes, MCCF memberships continue to be offered at levels ranging from as low as
$25,000 up to a maximum of $250,000. This approach has allowed very small
communities such as Buhl (pop. 983), Warroad (pop. 1722), and Chatfield (pop. 2394)
EDAM's 2003 to enjoy the same access to capital and professional lending services as much larger
Board of Directors cities like Duluth, Winona, and St. Cloud. Regardless of the level of membership,
MCCF members enjoy all of the same benefits and are able to originate loans of up to
10 times the amount of funds they have on deposit in the loan fund.
William Lucking
President Applications aze now being accepted for subordinated loans ranging from $50,000 to
Progress Plus, Inver Grove $2,500,000 in support of affordable housing and business development projects
Heights throughout the areas served by MCCF members. "Since MCCF is a gap lending source,
651-451-2266 .all of our loans will be made in conjunction with local financial institutions and other
bill@Tro rg essplus.org economic development lenders as part of the total financing package," explained
Martin. "Our goal is to be responsive to the needs of borrowers and other project
Paul Steinman lenders by offering competitive pricing, .outstanding customer service,. and the
First Vice President flexibility to get the deal done."
Springsted, Inc., St. Paul
651-223-3000 For more information about the Minnesota Community Capital Fund, including
psteinman@springstedcom membership benefits, the loan application form, a list of members and the Board of
Directors, check out the MCCF website a www.mncommunitycapitalfund.org or call
Sandy Layman Scott Martin at 800-860-6223.
Second Vice President
Itasca Development Corporation, Gnck tn_top
Grand Rapids
218-326-9411
sandy @itascadv.org
Linda Lund From the President: Who Roles Who?
Past President
CRESA Partners I am sure that many of our members were
612-373-9181 _ _ concerned recently with a series of articles
llund@cresapartners.com ` _ - regazding the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce,
_ and its members', intent to get back into the
Cathy Capone Bennett = economic development business. From "Chambers
City of Roseville, Roseville ' - want lead in economic developmenP' to "Chamber
651-490-2241 ~ - ~ ~ leaders seek to privatize DTED roles". As I have
Cathy:bennett@ci.roseville.mn.us ~ ` - heazd from many of you, feathers were ruffled.
- "Who do those guys think they are, anyway?'
LaDonna Boyd
Dakota Electric Association, ' It's been a few weeks since the stories hit. Things
Farmington have calmed down a bit. Feathers have settled.
651-463-6232 ° - Some members have changed their minds and now
think maybe this is a real opportunity to expand our
]boyd@dakotaelectric.com
economic development efforts. Can there he too
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much e.d.? Whose Who in the roles we play in jobs
Jim Gromberg sal I.ncking, EDAM President rrt~nr„ and tax base? Whose region is it? You are not the
Connexus Energy, Ramsey boss of me! We already do that. That would be
763-323-2785 duplicating effort. The chamber does not support TIF. And so on.
j mgr~m @
connexusenergy. _com
Generally, for most chambers, it's been well over a decade since economic
Rebecca Kurtz development has been part of their program of work. Personally I don t think they are
Ehlers and Associates, Inc., saying, "Move over, we're back!" With today's state and municipal budget deficits
Roseville there certainly is a void that can be filled by the private sector. As economic
651-697-8516 development professionals we need to know how this scenario is going to evolve. We
rkurtz@ehlers-inc.com need to know how our roles can compliment each other.
Mazk Lofthus To help with this evolution, we have put together a panel to address these concerns.
MN Trade & Economic The panel is scheduled for EDAM's Summer Conference on Friday June 27. Those
Development, St. Paul committed are: Dave Olson, Minnesota Chamber; Larry Dowell, St. Paul Area
651-297-4567 Chamber; DTED Commissioner Matt Kramer; Mark Loftus, DTED; Tess Dandrea,
mazk.lvfthus@state.mn.us Duluth Chamber; Lorie Fedo, Hibbing Chamber; Gary Smith, Rochester Area
Economic Development. Janna King of Economic Development Services will facilitate
Nancy Norr the panel
Minnesota Power, Duluth
218-723-3913 As your president, I see the panel as an opportunity to learn about the existing and
nnorr@mnpower.com emerging economic development roles being proposed in our state. I encourage all our
members to attend the session. Come with questions and comments. Come with ideas.
Nick Skarich Your input may help shape the future of economic development practice in the State of
Northland Securities, Minneapolis Minnesota.
612-851-5907
n_s__k_arich@northlandsecurties.com Best of business to you,
Bill Lucking
Be Heard ! EDAM President
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May 10, 2003.
t1 Home Depot Store Opens in Cottage Northfield Receives E-Commerce
Grove Readiness Certification
Northfield received a certification for its
~ € Level of preparedness for Electronic
- ~ ~ t Commerce (E-Commerce) from the
Department of Trade and Economic
Development. The Northfield Economic
Develo ment Authorit reco ized
P Y ~
technology as an important issue for local
' economic development and had assigned
~ ~ the Telecommunications Task Force,
~r~ .
chaired by Galen Malecha, the task of
achieving the certification. The
The ribbon-cutting of the Gateway Center on December CCrtlficatlori prOCOSS asked the TBSk Force
ra, zooz, which took place in very un-Decemberlike to research the uses of and the availability
weather. The Center is located on the southwest corner
of Both Street and East Point Douglas Road. City of to electronic Internet markets. The
Cottage Grove Mayor Sandra Shiety is in the Certification will be used as a marketing
foregronnd• tool for local companies to grow their
" _ _ _ _ _ _ markets and for potential businesses
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A Grand Opening ceremony was held to interested in locating in Northfield by
welcome The Home Depot to Cottage demonstrating that there is available a
Grove on February 12, 2003. Mayor Sandy variety of prices and band-width sizes to
Shiely officially opened the new store with meet their needs. The Certification process
aboard cutting ceremony. This store is the also looked at how the City uses the
most recent addition to the rapidly evolving Internet to provide information and services
Gateway North Redevelopment District in to the public.
Cottage Grove. The 116,000 square foot
Home Depot now joins the 70,000 square
foot Rainbow Foods in anchoring the Grove Those Minnesota cities certified will
Plaza Shopping Center. The Cottage Grove receive use of an electronic image that will
Economic Development Authority had be displayed on their online Community
previously entered into an agreement with Profile. The image may also be displayed
the owners of Grove Plaza to also on community web sites as well as other
redevelop the remaining small tenant space city publications and marketing materials.
within the shopping center. It is expected Businesses, government agencies and other
that that redevelopment will be underway organizations around the world already use
this spring for occupancy in September networks and information technology to
2003. These improvements have followed connect their operations directly to their
other redevelopments resulting in a new core constituencies including citizens,
Walgreen's and TCF along with the multi- customers, employees, suppliers,
tenant Gateway Center across East Point contractors and distributors. The result is
Douglas Road from Home Depot. Nearby streamlined operations and reduced costs.
land is slated for additional construction
this summer as the City is currently grading News from the City of Oakdale
30 acres of Gateway District property for
future development opportunities. • In September of 2002, OakRiver
Technology Inc., a leading supplier
Schmid & Son Packaging to build of design and manufacturing
Warehouse in Cottage Grove services to the medical device and
Schmid & Son Packaging, Inc. has agreed electronics industries broke ground
to build a new 35,120 square foot for a new design and
office/warehouse project in the Cottage manufacturing center in Oakdale.
Grove Industrial Park. Schmid is currently OakRiver's expansion will add at
leasing approximately 28,000 square feet of least 60 professional positions in
space in Eagan and needed to expand the next 2 years. Oakdale
itsfacilities for a more productive facilitated the business expansion
packaging process. The company currently with a loan from the Minnesota
employs approximately 50 employees. Department of Trade and
Economic Development's
Minnesota Investment Fund.
Schmid & Son Packaging has been in • Residents have begun moving into
business since 198E It specializes in skin the new Cedric's Landing
packaging, shrink wrapping, blister apartment complex just off of I694
packaging, assembly and distribution. This in north Oakdale. The complex
project will be constructed just west of contains 166 market-rate, luxury
Ideal Avenue on 95th St. in Cottage Grove. apartments and has a number of
RJ Ryan Construction will build the 35,120 amenities for the residents. Leasing
square foot facility. of the units has been excellent and
the developer has proposed plans
Greene Espel, Pulic-Sector Law Firm, for an additiona180-unit complex.
Celebrates Tenth Anniversary
Ten years ago this month, Clifford Greene,
Larry Espel, John Baker, and three other
colleagues started their own law practice, "~--~.,,o_
under the name "Greene Espel." From the i ~ _ ~ ;
outset, representation of public officials in ,
complex disputes was a significant part of ` -
Greene Espel's practice. As the firm has
grown to 17 members, it has left its mark
on public-finance litigation in Minnesota in cea.i~~s [.~~tng
many ways.
• A plan for the development of a
Greene Espel has represented Minnesota lifestyle center by the Robert Muir
cities in some of the most important Company at I94 and Inwood
lawsuits about tax-increment financing. In Avenue has been approved. This
1995 it sncceccfnlly rlefenrla~) the City of
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_y.., prolec~ wui mcmae i iv,uuu square
Hastings, from 1995 to 1997 it defended feet of up-scale retail space as well
Roseville and it has represented the City of as a number. of sit-down restaurants
Maple Grove. with outdoor seating.
• Moen Leuer Construction, Inc. is
The firm has also represented the City of developing a 124,000 squaze foot
Eagan and the City of Andover business park near the I694 and
Hwy. 36 interchange called Hilltop
An open house and tenth anniversary Business Park .The construction of
celebration will be held on May 8, 2003, the $6 million project will be
from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the firm's completed soon.
• Based on input from Oakdale
downtown Minneapolis offices in Pillsbury businesses and the City's Economic
Tower. Development Commission, the
City of Oakdale entered into a
R & H Management of Ivanhoe Hires strategic partnership with ORBIT
Economic Developer Systems of Eagan, in order to
Kazen Pollard of Tyler, MN has been hired 1 provide high-speed Internet
by R&H Management Services, Inc. of connection and technical assistance
Ivanhoe to perform economic development services to businesses within the
and marketing duties. Mrs. Pollard served City. As part of this paztnership
as the Executive Director for the Pipestone with ORBITS, Oakdale has agreed
County Economic Development Authority, to provide businesses experiencing
and prior to moving to Minnesota in 1999, connection problems with 3 hours
was employed by the Warren County of technical assistance services
Regional Economic Development from ORBIT Systems.
Corporation in Glens Falls, New York. • The 17,000 square foot fire station
that will service the north end of
Her duties at R&H Management will Oakdale has been completed. The
include working with clients of the Lincoln new facility includes 31azge
County Enterprise Development equipment bays, office space, and
Corporation, the Telecommunications and training facilities that will allow for
Technology Project of Southwest the on-going education of Oakdale
firefighters.
Minnesota, business attraction and grant • Oakdale recently developed the
research and application. She also takes on "Generation Green" program aimed
the position of Executive Director for the at assisting companies with the
Alliance of Minnesota Microenterprise, reduction of energy costs. The
working statewide with providers of
funding and technical assistance to small program encourages companies
businesses with five or fewer employees. that are constructing or remodeling
facilities to use energy conserving
systems and materials. In return,
VIDC to Become Greater Mankato the business is awarded a reduction
Economic Development Corporation in permit fees. The Generation
At a special membership meeting held Green program was also awazded a
February 13, members of Valley Industrial MnGREAT! Award by the
Development Corporation (VIDC) Interagency Pollution Prevention
approved changing the organization's Advisory Team.
business name to Greater Mankato
Economic Development Roseville Approves Concept Plan for
Corporation. Two Mixed Use Housing Projects in the
The change comes at an opportune time as Arona-Hamline Neighborhood
VIDC implements a comprehensive
marketing plan for 2003, through which it
will assume a more aggressive, proactive
stance in its external marketing activities.
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Rebuild a Community through
Brownfield Redevelopment
EDAM Third Thursday, April 17, 2003
Metro State University • Great Hall • 700 East 7th Street • St. Paul
11:30 a.m. Registration • Noon Luncheon • 12:30-1:30 p.m.Program
St. Paul Mayor Randy Kelly will host EDAM's "On the Road on the Phalen Corridor,"
one of the nation's most comprehensive brownfield redevelopment projects. A road to
be constructed this summer will link a number of brownfield sites and has already giver
rise to capturing $252 million of investment.
The East Side of St. Paul once boasted thriving manufacturing plants and decent
housing. During the 1980s and 1990s, however, the azea became home to abandoned
brownfields, distressed rental housing, and struggling retail areas. The Phalen Corridor
is a complex public-private collaborative where corporations work with neighborhood
groups and every level of government to turn the community around.
Successes of the project include the Williams Hill Business Center, which is a
converted brownfield and winner of the Minnesota Economic Development Awazd for
2000. Also, the Phalen Village Shopping Center, a dying retail mall, was torn down in
the nation's first example of retail re-conversion to a wetland and has attracted over
$100 million of reinvestment. Future plans call for as many as 700 units of medium-
density, mixed-income and sustainable housing. A recreational center in the heart of the
corridor is planned to include an indoor climbing gym, extreme skate park, tennis
courts and a soccer field, all below an innovative elementazy school and YMCA.
The presentation will include a summazy of the corporate, federal, state, and local
dollars in the project.
Presenters include Curt Milburn, Project Manager of the East Side Area Business
Association and EDAM's Economic Development Practitioner of the Yeaz for 2002,
Lome Louder of the St. Paul Port Authority and Amy Filice of St. Paul's Planning and
Economic Development Department.
To register, go to www.edam.ore or download the .pdf form here.
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Welcome New EDAM Members!
One person firms:
Jerry Brown, Kandiyohi Couty Rural Development Finance Authority
Jim Hartshorn, City of Faribault
David Lindahl, City of Eden Prairie
Tom Madson, Witcher Construction
Ben Martig, Blue Earth EDA
Mike Valentine, Two Harbors Development
Corporate:
ENSR, Steve Nalefski
Students:
Jamie Swenson, St. Cloud State
Jennifer Rae Hawkins
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DTED News
Yecke Appointed Assistant Commissioner of Workforce
Development
Trade and Economic Development Commissioner Matt Kramer has announced the
appointment of Dennis Yecke as assistant commissioner of the agency's workforce
development division.
Yecke was most recently senior budget and policy analyst for the Virginia Department
of Planning and Budget, responsible for making recommendations on budget
development, as well as legislative and policy issues for several Virginia state agencies.
Yecke also served for 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps in various procurement,
budget, education and command capacities. He earned a B.S. in business administration
from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, and has completed masters-level courses
at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. His wife, Cheri Pearson Yecke, is
Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education.
As assistant commissioner, Yecke will play a key role in the merger of the Minnesota
Department of Economic Security and the Department of Trade and Economic
Development (DTED).
"Dennis Yecke offers a strong policy background and understanding of workforce
development," said DTED Commissioner Matt Kramer. "We're fortunate to be able to
tap his expertise as we move toward merging these two agencies and developing a
single strategy for dealing with workforce and economic development."
The DTED component of workforce development comprises two programs: Minnesota
Dislocated Worker Program and the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Program. These
programs offer job skills training and support services to unemployed and dislocated
workers; financial assistance to businesses seeking to upgrade the skills of their
workforce; grants to address a shortage of workers in the health and human services
profession; and short-term, no-interest loans to businesses. for training new or existing
employees.
Yecke began his new duties March 10, 2003.
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DTED Commissioner Launches Series of Media Roundtable
Briefings
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What: Commissioner Kramer hosts a series of media roundtables to
discuss key economic development issues in Minnesota. On March
12, he releasde the results of three recent surveys:
• Manufacturing Business Conditions
• Business Contractions
• Employer Perceptions of Workers in Greater Minnesota
Where: Department of Trade and Economic Development
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Minnesota Maintains Perfect Grades on Economic
Development Report Card
For the second consecutive year, Minnesota scored straight A's on the Corporation for
Enterprise Development's (GEED) annual report card, the nation's most broad-based
index of the economies of the 50 states.
CFED, anon-profit nationwide economic development organization, uses 71 criteria to
measure state-by-state economic development success in three main areas: business
vitality, development capacity and performance. Minnesota is one of just five states to
earn perfect grades in all three categories and one of 10 states to be named to the 2002
Honor Roll.
"There's no question Minnesota has had its share of pain over the past two years, but it'
encouraging to know. we have a solid foundation to help us through these difficult
times," said Commissioner Matt Kramer of the Minnesota Department of Trade and
Economic Development (DYED). "We will be working hard in the coming year to build
on our assets and ensure future growth."
Minnesota was awarded top grades in business vitality and development capacity based
on rankings in such areas as structural diversity, entrepreneurial energy, amenities,
human and financial resources, and innovation assets. The state received its seventh
straight A in Performance for its high quality of life and low poverty rate.
In releasing its findings, CFED said this year's study reveals "states that have
historically invested in the building blocks of long-term economic development,
including K-12 education, world-class universities, good roads, and research and
development, appear to be performing better overall than their peers, despite hard
economic times." Most of this year's honor roll states also made the list in 2001 and,
according to CFED, "have demonstrated sustainable growth and development for the
long haul."
Other states that received perfect scores include Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts
and Virginia. States that received As or Bs include Delaware, Maryland, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Utah. Most of this year's honor roll states also
made the list in 2001.
The complete report card is available at: www.dre.cfed.or~ .
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Notice to Cities Who Issue Mortgage Credit Certificates:
Applications Available
Department of Trade and Economic Development Mortgage Credit
Certificate Aid Program
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General: Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §462C.15, the Department of Trade and
Economic Development (DYED) will issue Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) aid to
cities that had mortgage credit certificates outstanding during the previous calendar
year. Cities that have issued MCCs can apply to DYED by May 15 of each year to
receive aid on MCCs they issue. The aid given by the state must be transferred to the
housing authority to be used to provide home ownership programs to families or
individuals whose incomes are at or below 80% of the area median income.
What are MCCs? MCCs are an alternative to mortgage revenue bonds and assist first
time home buyers. Like mortgage revenue bonds, MCCs may not be issued without an
allocation of bonding authority.
How does a city apply for MCC Aid? If you have issued mortgage credit certificates,
you may obtain and complete an application from DYED (See contact name and phone
number below). The legislation establishing the program sets forth the formula to
determine the amount of aid that will be given to each city applying for aid.
Application dealine: Applications must be received by DYED by 4:00 p.m. on May 15
of the current year.
Payment of aid: By July 15 of each year, DYED shall pay MCC aid to each city
issuing certificates during the previous calendar year and submitting its application on
time.
For an application or further information call Irene Dassier at
651-296-5005.
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Development News
With the Assistance of KKE Architects, Inc., Anoka County
Presents Stadium Development Concept to Vikings Ownership
KKE Architects, Inc. has assisted Anoka County, with master planning and concept
drawings for a major development centered around a Vikings sports complex.
"KKE is committed to providing comprehensive, lasting, real-world solutions that
expand upon the vision of our clients and their customers," says Greg Hollenkamp,
KKE's CEO and president. "KKE brings a long history of planning and design
experience in hospitality, recreational, entertainment, gaming and dining venues across
Minnesota and across the country. We are proud to contribute these resources to Anoka
County and its proposed sports complex plans."
Anoka County officials unveiled the concept drawings to the ownership of the
Minnesota Vikings on March 5. Gary Woods, who is the president of McCombs
Enterprises in San Antonio, Texas, and president of the Minnesota Vikings, hosted the
Anoka County presentation at Winter Park, the Vikings headquarters in Eden Prairie.
The Vikings and Anoka County officials agreed to jointly participate in discussions on
financing, particularly with major developers and potential investors. Anoka County
will now work to find private sector developers who, together with the Vikings and the
National Football League, could help finance such a stadium development project.
The Anoka County plan seeks to package a development concept that includes the
Vikings' stadium, training camp and administrative offices at one location with easy
access on a major freeway. Currently, Vikings operations are spread out in three
different cities. Combining them would improve efficiency and make Anoka County a
destination location for sports fans across Minnesota and the entire region.
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The Vikings also expressed an interest in the opportunity to have adjacent surface
parking for over 25,000 vehicles, which ample land in Anoka County is able to offer, to
bring back the excitement of pre-game tailgating. The proposed Minnesota Sports and
Conference Center would be supported by surrounding commercial development,
including a corporate headquarters, retail, light industrial and housing. The total
development would be an entertainment, commercial and sporting complex that would
encompass approximately 400 acres. The stadium could also accommodate University
of Minnesota football and host major league soccer.
"This development could help generate the kind of revenue needed for the Minnesota
Vikings to remain competitive for years to come and solidify their home in Minnesota,"
said Dan Erhart, Chairman of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners.
There are several possible sites for such a development in Anoka County along 35E and
35W, with easy access from anywhere in the state and the region, and within 20
minutes of both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. "This meeting set in motion an
opportunity to work together with the Vikings to see if we can make this project a
reality," said Margaret Langfeld, member of the Anoka County Board of
Commissioners. "Anoka County is
interested in major developments that create jobs and increase our tax base."
Anoka County is creating an Anoka County Stadium Advisory Group of community
and business leaders that will assist the county in evaluating a stadium development
project, gathering information, and promoting the county's objectives for a possible
stadium project.
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Hennepin County Approves Transit Oriented Development
Guidelines and Criteria
The following is a summary of the recently approved TOD Guidlines for Hennepin
County.
Eligible Applicant
Statutory or home rule charter cities or towns and development authorities (e.g.,
Housing and Redevelopment Authorities, Economic Development Authority or Port
Authority), private entities, Hennepin County and the Hennepin County Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (HCHRA) are eligible applicants. If a housing or
redevelopment project is undertaken in Hennepin County by the HCHRA, the
governing body of the city must approve the project before it is undertaken.
Eligible Areas and Uses
Funding is only available to those multi-jurisdictional programs and projects that occur
within or directly adjacent to Hennepin County-owned Transit Corridors or Corridors in
Hennepin County, and/or where new or enhanced transit services supporting County
strategies are taking place. Eligible multi-jurisdictional projects must be located in
either a county or local Housing and Redevelopment Authority Redevelopment Area,
serve a public purpose and address one or more of the following:
• Community corridor connections;
• Housing rehabilitation and removals,
• Industrial polluted land cleanup;
• Environmental cleanup;
• Property acquisition;
• Development and redevelopment of housing and existing commercial; and,
• Job creation.
Eligible activities and use of funds include:
1. Acquire real property for the purpose of removing, preventing, or reducing blight,
blighting factors or the causes of blight;
2. Clear acquired property and install streets, utilities, and site improvements for uses
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in accordance with the redevelopment project;
3. Sell or lease acquired land for uses in accordance with the redevelopment plan;
4. Prepare a redevelopment plan and incur initiation, planning, survey and other
administrative costs of a redevelopment project; and,
5. Conduct an urban renewal project
6. Other purposes as authorized by Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.002.
Two million dollars ($2,000,000) in Hennepin County General Obligations Capital
Improvement Program Bonds for 2003, and an additional $2,000,000 is anticipated to
be available in 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
"Transit-Oriented Development" - (TOD) refers to projects and developments which
are shaped by transit in terms of parking, density, and/or building orientation in
comparison to conventional development. Successful TOD reinforces both the
community and the transit system, exhibits a compact and efficient use of available
space, rather than auto-oriented sprawl, and contains a diversity and mix of uses with
daily conveniences and transit at the center. The pedestrian-friendly physical design
encourages walking, bicycling and access by people with physical disabilities. The
spatial extent of TOD is the maximum comfortable walking distance, roughly 1/4 mile
for existing transit stops or 1/2 mile for rail-based TOD. The California Department of
Transportation, September 2002, Statewide Transit-Oriented Development Study
defined TOD as "moderate to higher-density development, located within an easy walk
of a major transit stop, generally with a mix of residential, employment and shopping
opportunities designed for pedestrians without excluding the auto. TOD can be new
construction or redevelopment of one or more buildings whose design and orientation
facilitate transit use." http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/MassTransJtod.htm
Contact: Patrick Connoy (612-348-2215)patrick.connox@co.hennepin.mn.us
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Minnesota Job Vacancy Survey Finds Hiring Demand
Bottoming Out
Minnesota's growing pool of jobseekers is competing for fewer opportunities. Job
vacancies in the state are down 31 percent from one year ago. Cutbacks in recruiting
and hiring are widespread. However, shortages of qualified workers continue to trouble
the healthcaze sector. These and other findings are detailed in a new job vacancy survey
report released by the Minnesota Department of Economic Security (MDES).
During fourth quarter 2002, employers across Minnesota were surveyed about their
current hiring needs. From their information, MDES estimates a job vacancy level of
55,200 - or two vacancies for every 100 filled jobs. This is a steep decline from the
140,000 positions open-for-hire in fourth quarter 2000.
Based on new analysis, the following fields have the greatest need for workers:
• healthcare practitioners and technical (nurses and technicians),
• community and social services (counselors and social workers),
• personal care and services workers (hair stylists, home caze aides, recreation and
tourism workers), and
• healthcare support (nursing aides, orderlies, and home health aides).
The Minnesota Job Vacancy Survey, conducted twice each year, is the nation's largest
survey of job opportunities. Employment counselors are using the survey findings to
plan workforce development and service strategies. Counselors now have better
information to guide jobseekers (and employers) in their decision-making.
Hiring managers and human resource professionals can use Minnesota's job vacancy
survey findings to evaluate hiring competition and to prioritize human resource needs.
Additionallv, the survev's data on startin¢ waees associated with ouenines allows
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benchmarking of current wage offer competitiveness. v
The 2002 State of Minnesota Job Vacancy Survey report is available online at
www.MnWorkForceCenter.or /g Imi/j_obvacancy.
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Initiative Foundation Awards $50,000 to Central Minnesota
Housing Partnership
The Initiative Foundation announced it has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Central
Minnesota Housing Partnership (CMHP) to address affordable housing in central
Minnesota.
The bulk of the grand will fund the technical assistance service provided by the
development director, whose main responsibility will be to work with communities to
develop sustainable housing plans. According to Sheri Harris, CMHP executive
director, wages at lower leves have not kept pace with rising housing costs.
Implementation of affordable housing plans may lead to further financing and technical
assistance from CMHP, which plans to build 30 multi-housing units and 20 single-units
as well as rehabilitate 60 other units in 2003. The organization also administers a
number of low-interest financing and down payment assistance programs.
CMHP serves 16 counties in central Minnesota and is currently working intensively
with six communities to address affordable housing shortages: Melrose, Crosslake,
Pequot Lakes, Hackensack, Rice and Cuyuna Range.
For more information on affordable housing services, contact Sheri Hams, 324259-
0393. For more information on Initiative Foundation economic development efforts,
contact John Kaliszewski at 320.632-9255 orikalisiewski@ifound.ora.
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