HomeMy WebLinkAbout5. Minutes of October 20, 1992 Work SessionROSEKOUNT PORT AUTHORITY PROCEEDINGS
PORK SESSION
OCTOBER 20, 1992
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a work session of the Rosemount
Port Authority was duly held on October 20, 1992 at 5:30 p.m. at the Fire
Station, 14425 Brazil Avenue.
Chairperson Dunn called the meeting to order with all members present.
Also present were Executive Director Jilk, Economic Development Coordinator
Miller, Building Inspector Paul Heimkes, City Engineer Bud Osmundson,
Planning Director Lisa Freese, and Public Works Director Ron Wasmund. City
Councilmembers Staats and Klassen were also in attendance.
Three additions to the agenda were made which included 3) Update on the
Strese Property; 4) Update on the Armory Businesses; 4) Change of
November 3, 1992 Meeting Date.
Mark Ulfers of Dakota County HRA, and Victor Zeuthen of Victor Zeuthen
Design were introduced to the Authority. Both were present to review HRAs
plans to build senior housing in the City of Rosemount. Mr. Ulfers
informed the Authority that the HRA has plans to develop ten senior housing
projects throughout the county, and to date, four projects are complete
with the fifth one under construction. He explained that the need for
senior housing is a growing segment of the population and that there is
great demand for this type of housing. Waiting lists for units exist at
some of the facilities they have built. Mr. Zeuthen reviewed three schemes
detailing location and layout, and reviewed construction details of the
building. Mr. Ulfers answered questions regarding funding, acquisition of
property, timeline for completion of the project, and the project's
proximity to the railroad and its impact. He also explained that the
City's major financial contribution to this project would be the
acquisition of the property. City Engineer Osmundson reviewed costs
associated with sewer, water, and storm water infrastructure demolition and
re -construction; and street re -construction. Public Works Director Wasmund
advised the Authority on the code requirements for an underground parking
facility.
Mr. Dick Hanson, President of Lexington Standard, was introduced to the
Authority. Mr. Hanson's firm is located in Eagan and Farmington and
manufactures flag poles and street lights. Mr. Hanson was invited to
address the Authority and explain why his company built their new facility
in Farmington instead of Rosemount. The major reason cited by Mr. Hanson
for building in Farmington was that Farmington had industrial land
developed and ready for immediate building. They were in need of expanding
quickly because of their rapidly growing business. Mr. Hanson stated that
their decision was in no way affected by lack of response by City of
Rosemount staff, but on the contrary, the staff was extremely helpful,
prompt with information and willing to do everything possible to find a
location suitable for their expansion. 0
Commissioners Wippermann, McMenomy and Executive Director Jilk left the
meeting at 7:24 p.m.
Building Inspector Paul Heimkes and Planning Director Lisa Freese were
introduced to the Authority. They were present to explain city building
and zoning requirements, and in particular, gain assurances that the Port
Authority will follow all code requirements when engaged in relocation
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activities. It was decided that a resolution binding the Port Authority
to meeting the code requirements should be adopted at the November 2
meeting.
Economic Development Coordinator Miller updated the Authority on the status
of relocating Repairs, Inc. Commissioner Sinnwell voiced his concern
regarding proposals for re -developing the site. It was decided that a
Request for Proposal should be developed outlining information the Port
Authority would like to see in order to make a selection that is best for
the city. This information will be provided at the next meeting.
A concern was raised regarding the guidelines being used by the HRA for
relocating the businesses in the city and that these guidelines should be
fair and treat all businesses the same. Commissioner Anderson requested
that the "performance criteria" or "standards" for relocation assistance be
made available to the Port Authority. It was suggested that Lee Smith of
the HRA be invited to address the Port Authority on this matter.
Commissioner Edwards left the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
A great deal of discussion followed regarding the acquisition and
relocation of the Armory businesses and the Strese ice business.
NOTION by Dunn to change the first meeting in November to
Monday, November 2, 1992 at 5:30 p.m. SECOND by Anderson. Ayes: 4.
Nays: 0.
Chairperson Dunn adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deborah Widstrom
Recording Secretary