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AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
June 28, 2010 - 7:00 pm
City Council Chambers, City Hall
Terry Donnelly
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approve Agenda
4. Citizens Comments/Presentations
a. Lee Smick Introduction - First Impressions Tour Survey Results
Authori1y Members
Chair, Christy Jo Fogarty
Vice-Chair, Steve Wilson
Mayor Todd Larson
Julie May
5. Consent Agenda (see attached)
a. Meeting Minutes: May 24, 2010
i. Regular Meeting
ii. Strategic Planning Workshop
b. Bills: 5/24/10- 6/27/10
c. May Financial Report
Ci1y Staff Representatives
Executive Director,
Peter Herlofsky
City Administrator
6. Public Hearings (None)
7. Continued Business
a. Exchange Bank Settlement Agreement
b. Update 305 3rd Street (Former Liquor Store Building) (verbal)
Tina Hansmeier
Economic Development
Specialist
Cindy Muller
Executive Assistant
8. New Business
a. Commercial & Industrial Permitting Process Update
430 Third Street
Farmington, MN 55024
9. City Staff Reports/Open Forum/Discussion
a. Economic Update, Volume 34
b. Major Economic Development Activities - June
Phone: 651.280.6800
htto:/ /www.ci.farminqton.mn.us
1 O.Closed Session
a. Appraisal: 317-323 3rd Street (McVicker Lot)
11. Adjourn
The Farmington EDA's mission is to improve the economic vitality of the city of Farmington and to enhance the overall quality of life
by creating partnerships, fostering employment opportunities, promoting workforce housing and by expanding the tax base through
development and redevelopment.
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City of Farmington
430 Third Street
Farmington, Minnesota
651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899
www.ci.farmington.mn.us
TO:
Economic Development Authority
FROM:
Lee Smick, City Planner
AICP, CNU
SUBJECT:
First Impressions Survey Summary
DATE:
June 28, 2010
INTRODUCTION
At the May 24, 2009 EDA meeting, staff discussed the idea of performing a First Impressions Survey to
determine how visitors perceive the look and feel of the City. The survey is designed to increase awareness of a
community's strengths and highlight areas of concern. The survey helps the community do the following:
. Evaluate the success of current developments.
. Set goals and priorities for new developments.
. Identify ways to strengthen community services.
. Identify initiatives for City leaders, community support agencies, and civic groups and will
become the framework for the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
A First Impressions Survey was performed on June 18,2010 from 10 AM to 12 PM. Five Planners from
various jurisdictions joined the City's Planning Staff and toured the community for almost 2 hours. The
planners included:
. Maggie Dykes, City Planner, Apple Valley
. Joe Hogeboom, City Planner, Golden Valley
. Deb Garross, City Planner, Burnsville
. Patrick Boylan, Senior Planner, Metropolitan Council
. Peter Hellegers, City Planner, South St. Paul
DISCUSSION
After the tour was completed, the planners sent their surveys back to the City for staff to compile the responses.
The wrap-up section ofthe survey portrayed a mostly positive view of Farmington as shown below.
Was your perception prior to the visit accurate? In what ways was Farmington different from what you
expected?
. It was more of a suburban community than I thought. I did not know there was as
much new single-family housing as there is. I also didn't know the trail network
was as extensive as it is.
. Yes. As suspected, Farmington was very pleasant. I had a good experience in
Farmington. I could certainly see myself living or working in Farmington.
. For the most part yes, though there was far more residential than I expected.
Also, I was very surprised at the high quality of some of the residential areas.
Did the information you collected prior to the visit accurately reflect what you observed/experienced?
. Generally, yes.
. The website did a good job of presenting the city in a positive light.
. Not entirely. Parts of the City were better off than I imagined.
What is the most outstanding feature of Farmington?
. Its location is convenient. It's a nice small town that's located between the larger
suburbs of Apple Valley and Lakeville, and historic Northfield.
. In my opinion, the most outstanding feature of Farmington is the attractive Main
Street (3rd Street.) I think it is neat to see towns like that so close to the Metro
Area.
. The City planning staff was great hosts/ guides. Their knowledge of the built and
planned environment satisfied my curiosity during my visit. Decent professionals
always increase the image of a community.
. The downtown' Many communities are trying to create artificial "town centers" to
develop some sense of place that they lack because most of those communities
were originally developed as bedroom communities. Having an established and
fully-functioning downtown is an outstanding feature.
List five positive things you observed about Farmington.
. Well planned.
. Convenient.
. Clean.
. Friendly people.
. Affordable housing.
. Thriving and vibrant Main Street.
. Wonderful High School facility.
. Good connectivity/road network throughout the community.
. Attractive and well-maintained parks.
. Healthy neighborhoods.
. I(ids doing sidewalk chalk art in downtown
. Proximity to vistas of rolling fields of corn and beans was pretty cool.
. Streetscape / street furniture in downtown is well done.
. Impressive high school football stadium.
. Downtown.
. Farmington High School.
. Great quality parks.
. Some really great quality housing.
. Cultural activities; Dew Days, Farmer's Market.
What are three potential opportunities available to Farmington?
. More industrial park businesses. Price of land is probably more reasonable than
neighboring Lakeville, Eagan.
. Dakota County fairgrounds.
. Compact downtown
. Increase commercial/retail options in a way that benefits and enhances
downtown Farmington.
. Identify areas to keep as natural preserves.
. Increase recreation opportunities along the Vermillion River.
. Industrial development to expand tax base and jobs.
. Trout fishing in Vermillion River.
. Senior Housing (focus in/near downtown).
. Develop housing/activities for young single adults - condos, townhouses, etc.
. Location to link commercial/industrial with new comm.jind. Development.
What are the five biggest obstacles/challenges facing Farmington?
. People perceive to be mostly agricultural, and not connected to the Twin Cities.
. No major industry or job generators in the community.
. Lack of nightlife or a real "hook" to entice people to move to area.
. lack of attractive, multi-family housing.
. Commercial areas are starting to spread away from downtown and that may
reduce the attractiveness of the downtown businesses.
. Unusual city boundaries/maintaining city identity in areas to the far north.
. Aging housing stock in certain areas of the city.
. More development occurring on the north and west sides of the city, ignoring
areas on the east and south side of the city.
. Not enough retail options to sustain people living in the city.
. Provide more connections between different neighborhoods.
. Retaining young professionals.
. I<eeping downtown relevant to the needs of locals and attracting tourists.
. location (distance from Mpls.jSt. Paul).
. Boundaries with adjacent townships & impact on development.
. Pedestrian connectivity.
. Creating opportunities for night life, cultural events, etc.
. Continuing development in adjacent communities - development in lakeville,
Rosemount can siphon development potential away from the community.
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What will you remember most about Farmington six months from now (positive or negative)?
. Compact downtown.
. I will remember that Farmington is a quaint small town just minutes from the
metro area.
. Positive: the large football stadium, the brick downtown buildings,
. Probably the parks/housing - maybe that phenomenal high school
What have you learned here that has changed your impression of your own community?
. None.
. I think Golden Valley is more urban than I originally thought.
. My community is fully developed so there aren't as many parallels. However, I
probably appreciate the impact of tighter setbacks on establishing more of a small
community feel versus a rural center. The Farmington website I think establishes a
good template that my community should follow.
Has this experience given you any new ideas about what is needed in your own community?
. No.
. I would love a "real" main street in my community.
. Yes.
Other comments:
. The planning and economic development staff was very professional, and is a
credit to Farmington.
From the information provided above and in the First Impressions Survey, it is apparent that Farmington has a
lot of positive things to offer at this time. Things to work towards in the future include the following:
. Provide better wayfinding signage for downtown, other retail areas.
. Promote Vermillion River, parks, trails, and small town feel.
. Promote the maintenance of housing through code requirements, volunteer
opportunities, or rental house licensing.
. Promote more variety in restaurants and retail shops.
. Promote the construction of new apartments.
. Work with townships to clean up borders.
. Create more opportunities for young adults (night life) and seniors.
. Continue to maintain the downtown as a destination.
. Capitalize on the "surprise" factor of the high quality of life found in Farmington.
ACTION REOUESTED
Review the First Impressions Survey and utilize the information as a background for the Economic
Development Strategic Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lee Smick, City Planner
AICP, CNU
PRIORITIES.
. Provide better wayfinding signage for downtown, other retail areas.
. Promote Vermillion River, parks, trails, and small town feel.
. Promote the maintenance of housing through code requirements, volunteer
opportunities, or rental house licensing.
. Promote more variety in restaurants and retail shops.
. Promote the construction of new apartments.
. Worl< with townships to clean up borders.
. Create more opportunities for young adults (night life) and seniors.
. Continue to maintain the downtown as a destination.
. Capitalize on the "surprise" factor of the high quality of life found in
Farmington.
. Target restaurants, mom/pop shops, and service businesses.
. Promote downtown tourism.
. Create plan for unique signage in downtown (perpendicular signs) for charm
effect.
. Update vacant storefronts in downtown.
. Enforce downtown code requirements.
. Promote industrial sites between 1-35 & TH 52, good labor force, and accessible
sites.
. Capitalize on Vermillion River trout stream, Dakota County Fair, and quaint
downtown.
. Create "brand" for Farmington business/industrial district.
. Maintain historic buildings and housing.
. Continue the installation of light standards, bridges, and boulevard trees to
expound on uniqueness of Farmington as a community.
. Promote Farmington for hospital site (Mayo).
First Impressions:
A Program for Community Assessment & Improvement
Farmington, Minnesota
First Impressions:
A Program for Community Assessment & Improvement
Final Report
Purpose
The purpose of the First Impressions Survey is to help a community to learn about
existing strengths and weaknesses as seen through the eyes of the first time or
infrequent visitor.
Date of Visit and Weather Conditions
The visit occurred on Friday, June 18, 2010, from lOAM to 12 PM. Five Planners joined
the City's Planning Staff and toured the community for almost 2 hours. The weather on
the date of the visit was warm and sunny.
First Impressions Team
. Maggie Dykes, City Planner, Apple Valley
. Joe Hogeboom, City Planner, Golden Valley
. Deb Garross, City Planner, Burnsville
. Patrick Boylan, Senior Planner, Metropolitan Council
. Peter Hellegers, City Planner, South St. Paul
Process
The Team received the survey a week before the tour occurred and were asked to review
the City's website and observe information offered on it. On the date of the visit, the
Team met to review the City's street and comprehensive plan maps along with the First
Impressions Survey. The tour was performed by the Planning staff with the planners in a
City van. After the tour, the Planning staff and the City Administrator met with the
planners to discuss any lingering issues. The planners were directed to submit the
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survey responses to the City on the following Tuesday after the tour.
Prior To Your Visit
Summary of comments: Team members anticipated the farms, small town charm, and the
park system.
What is your impression of Farmington before your upcoming visit? What are you expecting to
see? Please comment on what you know about Farmington.
. Farmington is generally rural, with a central downtown, older homes, and limited
multi-family housing. It's a large community with larger farms.
. I have only been through Farmington a couple of times, both times being on
Highway 3. I looked forward to seeing Farmington's Main Street area and hearing
about the city's history.
. I visit Farmington often and am familiar with the city. Farmington is a great small
city with a downtown and beautiful park system. The city seems to be a friendly
place and has a great variety of homes. I especially appreciate some of the older
homes close to the downtown area. The city has recently done a number of
improvements to downtown streets, new city hall and also has constructed several
nice bridges with decorative lights over the past couple of years.
. My impression: small city on the urban/rural fringe. Small town charm. Farms. Big,
new high school.
. My first impression was that Farmington was a mixture of an older town that has
now become a 3rd ring suburban community. I expected to see areas of the
community that are the older town and areas that are more typically suburban.
Please review Farmington's website (www.ci.farminqton.mn.us) and rate and comment on
Farmington's online web materials and information. Did you find information on this community
on state and regional tourism web sites?
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Observations:
Summary of comments: Team members found the website to be excellent, classy, easy to
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read and navigate.
. The website is very good. The quality of material and information is excellent, the
layout makes the site easy to read and navigate. Very well done!
. For a relatively smaller community, Farmington sure has a classy website! It is very
helpful and informative, and looks very "clean" and orderly.
. The city's website is great! It is very easy to understand and has all of the
information that I would typically look up or research as a planner or resident of
the community. I like that it is easy to use, very intuitive and also I liked all of the
maps that are available. I wish the city of Burnsville website were more like
Farmington's!
. Web site: Over-all, very easy to navigate. I liked the calendar functions. Homepage
sort of "busy." Too much information on homepage?
. I thought the online materials were excellent. The overall look of the site is
appealing, easy to read, and looks professionally done; not the standard
government template website. The materials are organized to easily navigate the
site and there's a lot of information out there too! It conveys the message that
Farmington is a community that is keeping up with the times and is there to work
with businesses, developers, and residents. In fact, I would suggest that my
community should use that site as an example of what we should be doing.
The Five Minute Impression
After entering Farmington on your way to City Hall, what was your first impression? As you exit
Farmington, pull over to the side of the road and write down what you felt about it based on
your visit today.
Summary of comments: Team members found an overall positive impression of the
community, but they were concerned about the Dew Days banners hung over the City's
entrance monuments.
. There are some very nice areas of Farmington and some areas that could
use some work. I'm concerned that some of the older housing stock is not
receiving the attention it deserves. Perhaps there is a way to encourage
homeowners to reinvest. There are also some parts of downtown that are
tired and clear code violations drag down the area (Dakota Motors),
specifically the auto repair shop that has cars parked on grass, and a pile of
old tires outside the building (Car Quest). It doesn't give a favorable
impression of the area. However, there are some lovely old houses and
businesses downtown, and these really add value! .
. I entered Farmington coming from the west on County Road 50.
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Farmington seemed larger than I anticipated. The plastic banner (Dew
Days) that covered Farmington's welcome sign did not look very attractive.
. As I crossed into the older section of town, it felt very pleasant and quaint.
Properties as well as roads, sidewalks, and parks appeared very well-kept. I
would have rated this" 1 0," but I felt that the banners that were hung over
the monument welcome signs looked very unattractive and uninviting
(Dew Days). I would not suggest hanging banners in front of your city's
ports of entry.
. I followed google maps and came from lakeville to Farmington. The west
entrance to the city is very rural and I knew that I was in the city by the nice
entrance monument. However, the monument was covered by a banner
sign for a community event which hid the name of the community (Dew
Days). I have seen the entrance monument signs before so I knew that this
was a community entrance monument.
As I exited the city, I took Pilot I<nob Road and there was not really a
distinction leaving the city - I knew I was in lakeville by the lakeville Parks
signs. My impressions about the city are that it is a great time for
Farmington because it is poised for the next growth period following the
end of this current recession. The city has the opportunity to learn from the
last development boom and to prepare and plan for future development. I
would suggest for the community that it hold onto its heritage and history
rather than succumb to becoming just an addition to the other suburbs that
it adjoins. To me Farmington is known for its downtown, great and
beautiful parks and location on the Vermillion River. It also seems like a
great place to live and I hope that as the community continues to grow, it
can maintain those themes. I suggest trying to set the city apart by
continuing what you are already doing very well. Continue to emphasize
Farmington by the distinctive bridge, lighting and other designs. I think
that it is essential to provide pedestrian and natural links that provide
connection to the great park system and downtown area. Wherever it is
possible (schools, churches, business, neighborhoods etc.) to provide these
links and preserve open spaces for the public do so rather than catering to
developers who would rather privatize distinct areas like lake/river
frontages etc. Make development - especially commercial/industrial areas,
provide links to community facilities and natural areas and also work in
alternative modes of transportation (bikes etc.), early rather than try to
retrofit these in the future. Try to view planning for these corridors from the
perspective of the user and look to make the trail/path enjoyable for the
user as opposed to the standard sidewalk/trail along a heavily traveled
highway. These are the things that make a community an attractive place
to live and conduct business and they are sustainable. Woodbury
established community priorities while still rural to require land around
community lakes to be public. Today, the city has a great park and natural
open space system that is supported by the community - not just the few
that live next to the lakes and it has been a very successful strategy. I
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suggest this for Farmington as well.
. Overall, I had a positive impression of the City. There are a few areas the city
can work on (ie. more multi-family options), but overall, seems like a nice
place to live and work.
. Enter
The general impression coming in was that this was a rural town that has
seen suburban style development due to proximity to other suburban area
development (Lakeville, Apple Valley, Rosemount, etc.). The residential
development off CR-66 gives a feel that this is a very typical suburban area.
The area on Chippendale is a weird mixture, some okay & nice on the west
side of the street, and not so nice on the east side of Chippendale. Driving
down Chippendale the feel is that this is a small town further removed from
the Twin Cities. Things like the vast amount of setback and the road layout
certainly contribute to that sense of a rural center/small town. 3rd Street
and the downtown area give you the feel of a typical small town, which
should be positives for this community - particularly since the trend in many
communities is to attempt to recreate that sense with artificial town centers.
The buildings built up to the sidewalk, angled parking, and people walking
around downtown give a real positive impression of the town.
. Exit
I was surprised by the amount of suburban residential development and
frankly the quality (positive) of that development too. I had not expected to
see that level of development or that level of quality from the residential
development. The institutional buildings were very impressive. There was
also more commercial than I expected. However, there still isn't a large
amount of industrial development or a sufficient amount of commercial
development to allow people to stay within Farmington for most of their
needs. Additionally, there wasn't much multi-family housing and what was
there was not to the quality/standards of the single-family. I think the
mixture of the old downtown area, new development, and available land
for development put Farmington in a good position for the future. That
being said special care should be taken in locating new commercial to help
reinforce existing industrial/commercial areas instead of having them
located in a decentralized fashion (which can harm individual commercial
areas and lead to future issues with adjacent non-commercial land uses).
Community Entrances
As you approach Farmington rate and comment on your entrance into the City. While there
may be an obvious main entrance to the community there are typically multiple ways to enter
the community.
Summary of comments: Team members especially liked the entrance into the City from
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the west on CSAH 50. One team member discussed the need for an entrance sign on
195th St and TH 3. The entrance on TH 3 was not perceived well.
ENTRANCE #1 (Road name and direction): Pilot Knob Road at 160th
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. It's difficult to determine when you leave Apple Valley and when you enter
Farmington. Perhaps a marker of some kind would better differentiate the
area. However, the stretch of Pilot Knob from 160th to 212th St. is well
maintained and very attractive.
ENTRANCE #2 (Road name and direction):
Mn State Hwy. 3
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Observations:
. My first impression: I drove south on Hwy. 3; there was a lot of vehicles for
sale in the highway right-of-way and a truck on blocks. Not a positive image.
Found out later that these parcels were in Empire Township and not in
Farmington. Turning west along Highway 50, I saw more positive images:
tended lawns, sidewalks, boulevard trees.
. The impression on CR-66 is typical suburban; the impression on
Chippendale is rural center. Also, the shared/close proximity border with
Castle Rock makes it difficult to tell what is within Farmington and what's
not. This was the least impressive of the 3 entrances that I saw.
. Nice entry monument on northbound TH 3; gives great impression as a
gateway into community.
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ENTRANCE #3 (Road name and direction):
CSAH 50 - from the west
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Observations:
. I would have rated this" 1 0," but I felt that the banners that were hung over
the monument welcome signs looked very unattractive and uninviting. I
would not suggest hanging banners in front of your city's ports of entry.
. I like the rural feeling when entering the city - I believe that the farming
economy has been a large part of the city's history and it would be nice to
see if there is a way to continue the feeling either by setting aside open
space or perhaps like Woodbury - utilizing some existing farmsteads or
barns for future public facilities. The Naperville, Illinois Park District has
successfully done this and uses a barn area for public events and it is one
way of preserving some sense of heritage as well as a great re-use of
buildings. Perhaps if there are some well kept farms the city could initiate
contact with the owners early to discuss future building and/or active
"living farm" opportunities.
Some entrance areas are not quite as nice and apparently a lot of the sites
are actually under another Township jurisdiction. From the north for
example, some Township properties have visible junk or other materials,
gravel parking, poorly maintained buildings etc. I have worked with many
townships during my career and know that the relationships between City
and Township leaders can be difficult. Perhaps there may be a way to begin
to havejoint work sessions or other meetings to open communications and
to discuss existing conditions and see if there is a way to address some of
the maintenance issues. Perhaps something could be done in a
neighborhood forum for neighborhood improvement or maybe there could
be some type of agreement of how to handle the properties that abut the
city (if the city could do code enforcement if the Township does not have
the staff or possibly come to an agreement on some ordinance standards to
alleviate some of the issues?) I know that any work in this area will need
delicate negotiations but it couldn't hurt to extend an olive branch per say
and identify a positive way to discuss the issues.
ENTRANCE #4 (Road name and direction):
19Sth St from east
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Observations:
. 19Sth - Enter into the area via a nice looking bridge and what feels like rural
area; crossing the bridge it moves into a more suburban feel with very nice
single-family residential homes. Perhaps a more defined entrance with
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signage would be helpful.
Housing and Residential Areas
As you drive through neighborhoods, please answer the following question.
How would you rate the overall quality, affordability, and availability of housing in the
community?
Summary of comments: Team members found the housing options to be limited in
apartments, but the homes were mostly well-kept and attractive. One planner even
suggested a rental licensing program to maintain the rental housing.
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Observation:
. There's a range of single family homes and town homes, which allow for a
variety of pricing. There is still single family construction occurring, which is
great for this market! However, there doesn't appear to be much in the way
of higher density multi-family housing. The little bit that does exist is not
very good quality.
. Most housing areas appeared very well-manicured and attractive. Most
neighborhoods looked like desirable places to live. There were
neighborhoods that appeared to be affordable, yet high quality housing.
The neighborhood in the southeastern section of the City, centered around
12th Street an Spruce Street, appeared to be in the most need of
improvements to individual properties.
. It appears that Farmington has a nice mix of housing for all age groups and
family types. There is older housing stock and also new development with a
variety of sizes and values. The one issue from my perspective is that the
neighborhoods are so separated from new areas in the north to the older
downtown areas. If possible, it would be good to look at a staging plan for
the city and to work with property owners to identify timelines when they
believe they will want to develop. I am sure that the city has infrastructure
plans and CIP's to address this from a utility/cost standpoint. It may be
good to meet with the owners/developers to have them identify how they
can design the project and make connections or plan for future connections
to community facilities, schools, parks, downtown and other
commercial/industrial areas - have them provide a plan for how they will
integrate the development so that future residents will know that they are a
part of the Farmington community.
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The city may want to investigate a rental licensing program for all rental
properties. This has really worked well in Burnsville and the police and
maintenance code inspectors have found that it has been a beneficial
program as well as the property owners who participate. In Burnsville it is
the STAR program and more information is available on the city's website if
you are interested in this as an option.
. Some solid housing options in the city; however, there are some
developments that seem to have poor design. Some blank walls and
streetscape issues. Vinyl siding is okay, with the right amount of windows
and other exterior architectural treatments. Love the older part of town
and the sidewalks.
. High marks on quality and availability for new detached single-family and
maintaining nice, livable older neighborhoods of single-family. However
there wasn't much for multi-family. Some existing apartment buildings 20-
30 years old but is not what you would expect for that period. Observed a
few townhouse developments; the CDA townhomes were attractive but the
others (Heritage Way) I observed were not well done. I would imagine the
existing neighborhoods and multi-family provide most of the affordability,
while the newer housing (save for the CDA town homes) looked to be above
affordability standards.
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Rate using a 1-10 scale (10 is besUhighest)
Average ratings for each:
5.9. 7.8.6
Existing/Older Homes
9, 10.9.5.9 New Homes
7.8.9.4.4
Housing for Seniors
2.8.8.4. 3
Apartments/Rental
8. 8. 7. 10. 8
Vacant lots for new homes
Observations:
Summary of comments: Team members found that the northern section of the City was
well planned and most desirable compared to some areas in the southern section of the
City.
. Newer neighborhoods toward the northwestern part of the City seemed
the most desirable. There seemed to be more natural features (trees, water,
prairies, etc.) as well as more high-quality homes. The newer developments
in the southeastern area of the City appeared less desirable.
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. There are pockets where code enforcement is needed to make sure that the
neighborhoods do not fall into disrepair. The city may want to consider
doing a periodic housing survey to identify potential problem areas before
they become large problems. Burnsville and Dakota County have a pilot
program that has operated for two years to make an architect available to
advise property owners and work with them (either free or at low cost) to
help them with structure upgrades. There are 100 or so hours that are
funded by CDA and the City and both years, this program has been very
well used and successful. We can provide additional information if this is
something the City is interested in. Also, Burnsville Inspections has 1 code
enforcement officer who works with a team of senior volunteers who go
out and identify illegal signs, weeds, junk etc., and work with our inspector
to do much more code enforcement than he could accomplish on his own.
The volunteers really like their work, and we have had a consistent team of
people working with our code enforcement officer for many years and this
has been a great success and money saving effort for Burnsville.
· Again, some residential neighborhoods in the city were well thought out
and have good pedestrian and "livability" design elements. Other
neighborhoods seem less like places to live and more like places where a
bunch of houses were plopped down.
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Is there an adequate mix of housing to suit a variety of income levels?
. It appears that there is adequate affordability.
. Yes
. I believe so, see answer above.
. Probably - hard to say with a windshield survey only.
. No, there needs to be a better mixture of types and price points to provide
more opportunities for seniors and for young adults. The common housing
types seemed focused on middle to upper class families.
Observations:
. It appears there is a good mix of moderate to higher-income housing.
. There seem to be high-end, middle income, and affordable housing options
available in the City of Farmington.
. I believe so, see answer above.
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. To give a better observation, I'd have to know that for the people who live
in Farmington, where are the jobs they go to? What kind of jobs are they
(salary levels, etc.)
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Rate using a 1-10 scale (10 is besUhighest)
Average ratings for each:
9. 9. 1. 4
Existing/Older Homes
9, 10,3. 9 New Homes
6, B, 9, 2
Housing for Seniors
2, B.S. 3 Apartments/Rental
9, 10. 10,9 Vacant lots for new homes
Observations:
. There doesn't seem to be much high density housing. This may be
necessary in the future.
. While touring the City, I've noticed many homes for sale in many different
neighborhoods.
. Didn't appear to be many opportunities for seniors or to accommodate
young adults.
What are the most appealing and least appealing features of the housing in Farmington? Why?
Summary of comments: Team members found that the most appealing features of the
housing is the mix, affordability, easy access to the Twin Cities, and the proximity of
parks, trails, and ponds to the housing.
. Most appealing: Good mix of town homes and single-family.
. least appealing: Some of the older housing needs updating.
. The most appealing feature of housing in Farmington, to me, is the
affordability combined with easy access to the twin cities. The least
appealing feature is the lack of retail options (this seems to go for most of
the southeastern metro area.)
. The planning for the new residential developments looks great. I believe
that the city and developers have created nice amenities in the
neighborhoods with the deep ponds, surrounding open space and trails.
These neighborhoods will be very nice places to live and should recover
when the economy improves.
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· Most appealing is the proximity to trails and neighborhood parks. My
current time of life probably colors this the most (two school-age kids in my
home). There seems to be decent schools in the city as well (again, just an
impression - I have no quantitative data to back this up . . . )
. The layout and quality, particularly of the newer neighborhood up by 195th
was very impressive. The quality of the design, the access to the trail, and
somewhat unique ponding/site design make this very appealing.
Please comment on the quality and availability of residential infrastructure (e.g., roads,
sidewalks, lighting, public transportation, bike trails/lanes, and green space, street trees,
yards):
Summary of comments: Team members found that the parks, light standards, bridges,
and boulevard trees were well done.
. Excellent parks and open space! Roads are in good shape, most
neighborhoods have sidewalks, there are great bike trails, and most people
take good care of their yards.
. All of the infrastructure that I have seen appears to be in good shape. I did
not notice public transportation options. I really liked the inclusion of green
space in the new neighborhoods in the northwestern portion of the city.
. I think that the city is doing a great job with infrastructure improvements
and I really like and suggest that you continue to incorporate the light
standards, bridge designs etc., throughout the community as it develops.
These are things that people become familiar with and that will not only set
Farmington apart from other adjacent communities but will also continue to
promote the community and sense of place. These coordinated efforts are
great and there is a really good start and if these are continued with future
development, will really enhance and set Farmington apart from the typical
suburban developments to the north.
· . like the boulevard trees and hope they remain part of the subdivision
design (assuming curb to sidewalk green space widths are maintained). I
was there during the day, so hard to comment on lighting. Seems like there
is a great trail system to get to other parts of the city and other parts of
Dakota County.
. I didn't notice many trails or bike lanes. The infrastructure looked adequate
but not necessarily appealing. Access to public transportation? There was
an area north of 195th which had a stark contrast between two
neighborhoods; one with better building design, lot layouts and street
trees, the other had very standard design levels, cookie cutter lot layouts
and did not have the street trees. This contrast between the two
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neighborhoods provided a good example of why the street trees, green
spaces, and similar amenities are so important - they give a completely
different feel to the area and convey a higher sense of quality. Another
appealing feature of the housing (albeit indirect) was the quality of the
parks. The parks were attractive, well maintained, and had new play
structures and recreational equipment. Quality parks can go a long way to
improving the sense of quality for the nearby housing (particularly to young
families that are likely to use the parks).
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How would you rate the overall appeal of housing to the following populations (1 =Not
Appealing, 10 =Very Appealing):
Average ratings for each:
2, 7, 7. 1, 9 Single young adults
5, 7. 8, 3, 5 Senior citizen
7.10, 8, 9, 9 Young families
4. 7, 9. 5, 7 Upscale/professional
6,10,8.9,8
Middle income
Please comment on your observations:
Summary of comments: Team members found that the community was exceptional for
families, but younger adults required more entertainment opportunities.
. Farmington seems to be a community for young families with school-age
children. There isn't much of a reason for young professionals to live in the
community, and there doesn't seem to be many cultural amenities to get
this group to stay.
. Farmington seemed to have a family-appeal. It seemed like there were
many schools, parks, sidewalks, etc. to attract young families. I don't know
that it would be the first choice for many new seniors or single young
adults, because there doesn't seem to be enough activities geared for those
demographics.
. The city appears to have a nice mix of housing for people of various ages
and income levels.
. Didn't seem like there was a lot of "night life" opportunities for single young
adults.
. There needs to be a better mixture of types and price points to provide
more opportunities for seniors and for young adults. The common housing
types seemed focused on middle to upper class families.
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Comment on the availability and appearance of schools.
Summary of comments: Team members found that the schools were well done.
Pre-school/Kindergarten/Head Start
. I did not observe any facilities for very young children.
. The grade school we drove by looked very nice.
. Pre-school on Chippendale (Anna's Bananas - seemed nice enough.
Primary/Elementary/Middle School
. From the exterior, it appears the schools are in good shape.
. The re-use of the former high school for the new middle school seemed
appropriate.
. Former high school turned middle school looked okay - sort of institutional
looking. . . could use some help with revisiting the landscape plan.
. Newer elementary school (Meadowcreek), nice enough but the location
was out in the middle of an agricultural area which would require parents
to drop off or have the children bussed in. Opportunities for walking to
school would've been a positive. The middle school (former high school) -
appearance was okay, closer to established portions of town so would
appear to be in a better location for walking to school.
High School
. The new high school is beautiful!
. Farmington Senior High School was beautiful. I especially liked the football
field. The school seems to have a convenient location to County Road 50.
. A nice, impressive facility. However, seems like way too much land for a
high school. More appropriate scale for a junior college or something and
not for 14 - 18 year-olds. Can land where the soccer fields (east side) be
subdivided at a later date to provide housing or future commercial? School
district can see future proceeds?
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. Wow! The appearance and quality of the school look to be on par with
some colleges I've seen. Again, the location was out in the middle of an
agricultural area so no opportunities for walking. Also, the substantial
setback from the main road would be a barrier to pedestrians even if the
surrounding area was more conducive to walking.
College/University
. I did not observe any college or university facilities.
Overall, how would you rate the adequacy of schools for a community of this size?
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Observations:
. I don't feel qualified to comment on the adequacy of schools.
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Comment on the availability and apparent quality of healthcare facilities
Summary of comments: Team members found that the healthcare facilities were mostly
adequate.
. There appeared to be several new healthcare facilities, which seems to
indicate there is a strong demand for these types of services.
. There are two nice sized clinics in Farmington that seem large enough to
serve the entire community. Fairview Ridges seems close enough to serve
as the main hospital for the area.
. One clinic and one memory care facility observed. Enough for current
population, but probably not enough for growth in next 20 years. Did not
see any optometrist or dental clinics.
. Fairview, dentist office - all appeared to be of high quality (Charleswood
Marketplace). Availability of clinics was adequate. It would be nice to have
better access to a hospital.
Physician, dentist, optometrist, and other medical offices and clinics:
. I did not observe specific practices, but there were some new clinics around
the downtown area.
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Long-term care, assisted living, and nursing home facilities:
. I observed one or two of these types of facilities. I am sure the community
will need more of them in the future.
. Trinity looked to be only such facility - appeared okay.
Other health services (e.g., Chiropractor, psychotherapy, naturopath, massage, etc.):
. I did not observe these types of facilities.
. Seems like the downtown area could try to attract this kind of services,
which would in turn help support the other commercial entities.
Overall, how would you rate the adequacy of health care services for Farmington's 20,000
people?
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Please comment:
Summarv of comments: Team members determined that an emergency or urgent care
facility should be located in the community.
. It appears there are a number of facilities, but I did not observe an
emergency or urgent care facility. This may be something that is desired in
the future.
. I did not witness some of these facilities mentioned above, so I do not feel
comfortable in providing a rating for this exercise.
. This is difficult to rate as I am not familiar with the community's needs.
However, there appears to be available space for clinics and services
throughout the community in business districts. Perhaps coordinate if
possible to ensure good access, connectedness to neighborhoods,
employment centers and multi-family housing areas as well as parks and
downtown.
Local Economy
What is your impression of the health of Farmington's economy?
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Summary of comments: Team members found that the City looked like it was thriving and
it had a charming appeal, but vacant store fronts may need some work. Commercial
development should not deter from the downtown area.
. Generally, it appears to be based on surrounding agricultural uses, and I
saw one distribution center in the business park.
. Farmington seemed to have a strong economy and a thriving main street.
When commercial development occurs, it should be well planned so it does
not detract from the downtown area.
. There are some vacant store fronts but this is common with this economy. It
appears that downtown is doing ok and the city should take care in its
future development to provide for commercial that does not directly
compete with downtown. Working with Dakota County on retail and other
market studies may be of help. It will be important to continue to bring
business to downtown for it to succeed over time. Perhaps some meetings
with other similar communities (Shakopee, Stillwater, Afton, Hastings, Red
Wing etc.) may be helpful to continue or develop other strategies that work
for these communities to avoid pitfalls.
. Downtown seems nice, but like many places, probably needs help. A few
vacant store fronts but over all, very charming.
. Good diversity of businesses, industrial.
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Could you locate the downtown easily? If not, why did you have difficulty finding it?
. Yes, downtown is easy to locate.
. I was able to easily locate downtown. Still, additional signage encourage
people to turn down 3rd Street may not be a bad idea.
. Yes.
. Easy to locate, but I've been here many times. Some signage along Hwy. 50
would help?
. No, coming in off Chippendale it's not clear where the downtown is.
Perhaps wayfinding signage would be helpful.
Rate and comment on the overall appearance of the downtown (buildings, displays, signage,
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Observation:
Summary of comments: Team members agreed that the downtown was charming, but
maintenance on buildings and property should be considered to maintain the charm.
. There has been a good effort to preserve some of the historical buildings,
but there are businesses in the downtown that detract from the overall
appearance.
. Downtown was charming. Perhaps a few pieces of public art or additional
signage might help to enhance the area and encourage "Iocal tourists" to
visit.
. Downtown along the main street(s) looks pretty good, there are some signs
and building maintenance that can still be accomplished for better
appearance but overall the area is clean and inviting. Behind the main
street(s) there are some weed, exterior storage and unsurfaced parking
areas that could be improved with mowing and screening and/or general
site cleanup (2nd Street). These sites really detract from the work that has
been done by other businesses and the city and should be brought into
code compliance at a minimum. Perhaps the city and landowners could
consider an assessment agreement or work with the owners when the city
has paving projects in the community where the owners could work with
the paving company and perhaps receive lower estimates for paving or
have the city do the project and assess it over time?
. Several fantastic buildings with great architecture, some nice streets and
nice older buildings; also some buildings that were not well maintained and
some code enforcement issues as well.
Rate and comment on the variety of shopping in the downtown.
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Observation:
Summary of comments: Team members did not see much variety in stores. They
recommended that more restaurants, service providers, and mom/pop shops be located
here. A consolidation of new commercial near the downtown to reinforce it was also
suggested.
. I didn't see very many stores, mostly restaurants. It was difficult to
determine where clothing or basic necessities are purchased.
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. A couple more restaurants would be nice to have, as they could help attract
more people to the area.
. It would be good to continue to work with service providers (post office,
phone company, etcJ to keep them in downtown as they bring in
customers. I come to Farmington for the local restaurants and mom/pop
operations. There are not a lot of retail establishments that I would shop at.
This is probably due to the economy and hopefully will grow. There are
some nice buildings for re-use but I know that retrofitting them to current
code requirements is costly.
. Did not see a hardware store... is there one in downtown?
. It looked like there was some decent variety. Again, it would be helpful to
consolidate commercial around/near downtown so that new commercial
can reinforce the downtown area.
Rate and comment on the customer service you received in the downtown.
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Observation:
. I ate at a downtown restaurant, and service was fine. I couldn't comment
on the customer service of other businesses in downtown.
. Customer service has always been good at the restaurants and businesses
that I have visited. People are friendly and the service is good.
. I had an enjoyable lunch at the Long Branch.
Rate and comment on the signage in the downtown.
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Observation:
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Summary of comments: Team members suggested unique signing for the downtown
area and less cluttered signage in the windows would help.
. The electronic changeable signage is very jarring!
. I feel that unique signage signifying "downtown" would be helpful.
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. Signage varies in every community as do local ordinance standards.
Something that has been beneficial in Burnsville is that the city does not
allow cabinet type signs as wall signs with the exception of logos.
Otherwise Burnsville requires individual letters on a raceway which has
helped community signage look better in appearance. Burnsville does not
allow hand painted signs and also limits the amount of window signage to
help with the appearance of properties. Signs are staff intensive and
Burnsville successfully uses volunteers with our code compliance officer for
enforcement. We also offer incentives using signage for other purposes -
for example, multi-family buildings get larger signage for rentals if they
participate in the STAR rental licensing program. The incentive approach
has worked well for Burnsville.
. Too many temporary signs on windows. Cluttered signage related to Dew
Days that was not coordinated and not attractive. Somewhat cheesy.
Rate and comment on the window displays in the downtown.
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Observation:
. I didn't actually see any window displays is downtown. I'm not sure if that's
because there aren't many displays, or if I just didn't get those stores that
have these types of displays.
. There are some window painted signs that remain on buildings that no
longer have the use. Burnsville requires sign removal within a period of
time following the closure of a business - this has helped with code
enforcement and also appearance issues.
. Hard to see window displays on store fronts with temporary banner
signage.
. Not enough information on this one to provide a better answer.
Rate and comment on the variety and quality of merchandise in the downtown.
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Observation:
Summary of comments: Team members suggested more restaurants and unique retail
shops should be located downtown. They also suggested that the business community
should be more present and this issue should be discussed with the FDBA.
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. Again, I mostly observed restaurants in the downtown area. I didn't see
much else.
. There does not seem to be a lot of merchants downtown. It would be great
if there were a hometown industry/service like Red wing pottery, Red Wing
Shoes, or some type of retail that is unique - maybe local fashion studio,
apparel, things that are not readily available anywhere close by.
. Business community would be well served to have a more cohesive
presence in downtown. Can overall community design / friendliness issues
and this survey be on the next Farmington Chamber of Commerce meeting
agenda?
. Not enough information on this one to provide a better answer.
Comment on the mix of facilities and services in the downtown (housing, professional services,
retail, recreation, accommodation and food, industry, parks, etc.).
. A couple more restaurants may be helpful.
. Seems to be a good mix but just not a lot of choices for anyone type of
reta iI.
. Additional housing, perhaps multi-family or higher density single-family
could help reinforce the downtown area. It appeared that the downtown
was mostly professional services and retail.
Rate and comment on the quality and availability of parking in the downtown.
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Observation:
. There appears to be a good amount of on-street parking. Are there any
shared surface lots?
. Parking was easy to find.
. Have not had issues parking downtown over the years. There seems to be
enough parking.
Rate and comment on the quality (appearance, adequacy, etc.) of lighting in the downtown.
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Observation:
. I visited Farmington in the day and cannot comment on the lighting.
. Was not there during night hours.
. Daytime visit - hard to rate.
Does the downtown playa role in tourism? Is there potential for the downtown to playa greater
role?
Summary of comments: Team members suggested that the City promote its small-town
feel, mom/pop shops, and parks. During the tour it was mentioned that the Vermillion
River should be promoted as a trophy trout stream.
. I'm not sure that Farmington is a tourist destination. I think it can attract
residents and people from Dakota County, but I don't think there are
sufficient attractions currently to entice people from the greater Twin Cities
region to Farmington. That said, a movie theater downtown could create
more of a nightlife.
. I think people who live in the cities enjoy coming out to small towns on
mini-weekend trips. They seem to enjoy small towns that are not very far
from the cities. Stillwater, for example, attracts many "local tourists." I think
downtown Farmington could be a place where people like to come and
visit, but it would need to self-promote in order for that to happen.
. I think that there is the potential for downtown to playa greater role and
suggest trying to emphasize both downtown and nearby parks to draw
people to the area. Continue to plan civic events in the area and perhaps
create recreation programs in the parks and also have some of the
businesses cater to park and rec. program users. Promote mom/pop type
businesses - things that are unique, wood crafts, artisans, local
entrepreneurs etc. Maybe some milk box boat races on the river or other
type of events to encourage people to come to the downtown area for
neighborhood and other festivals - similar to some of the water related
festivals in places like Mpls etc.
. Yes. Farmington can bill itself as a quaint, small-town feel and probably
profit from it. Nice brick buildings, love the ginko trees and lamp posts.
Sidewalks and other streetscape details are awesome.
. Yes, the downtown hosts community events (Dew Days, Farmer's Market)
and provides one of the few opportunities for tourism.
Describe the residential housing mix in the downtown (apartment, single detached).
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Detached single-family is the dominant type of housing.
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I saw only a couple of older, tired apartment buildings.
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Not sure, did not notice apartments or housing when in downtown.
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Not observed
. Some 3-story walk-up apartments and standard single-detached.
Additionally some really nice older homes on the edge of downtown which
provide more character than typical suburban communities.
Would you find the downtown to be a desirable place to live? Please comment.
. No, not really. There are some nice single-family homes, but not much else.
. Yes. It seemed very quaint.
. My personal opinion is that I would not like to live in a downtown area -
not any downtown. I don't think that there is any particular issue with
Farmington; it is just not the residential setting I personally desire.
. Yes; probably with the right place to live. . . townhouse style perhaps.
. I think the downtown could be a desirable place to be. The existing
housing seems adequate and the close proximity to downtown would make
walking to services easy enough. However, there needs to be a better mix
of housing to accommodate seniors and young adults. Also, providing
more retail, services in the downtown area would help make the downtown
a desirable place to live.
Were there any government or nonprofit organization activities that are serving as traffic
generators for the downtown (city hall, post office, YMCA)? What other types of traffic
generators could be located downtown?
. Movie theater, farmer's market, festivals.
. The new City Hall in downtown is a very nice facility. It blends in very well
with the architecture and the feel of the area. An additional draw would be
a health club. Perhaps something like the YMCA would be too big.
However, a Snap Fitness or a Curves would be just the right size and would
draw quite a few folks to the area.
. Post office, library and City hall are good generators. . . .however, more
generators are needed. Cafe/coffee house?
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generators. Facilities such as the local library could generate downtown
activity. Additionally, additional commercial and multi-family residential
would be good traffic generators as well.
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Describe the mix of retail shopping available (malls, specialty shops, strip malls, big box
stores).
Summary of comments: Team members found that there were a few retail shopping
options while there was an abundance of service businesses.
. I did not observe any malls or big box retail.
. There were relatively few shopping options. It would seem that the city
could benefit from more retail.
. There appears to be a good mix of service business but not much for larger
retail or higher paying job types of commercial. I believe this is partly due to
the proximity of Farmington to other communities and the number of
rooftops. It will take some time to grow to a point where larger retail will
locate in the city. For example, Apple Valley just received a Super Target on
the east side. I believe Farmington has a while to go before it will hit the
density/population needed to support some of the larger retail.
. Nothing nearby. . .
. Didn't appear to be much for big-box stores (however, in many places the
big box stores have had a negative impact on downtowns so their absence
could be interpreted to be as much of a plus as a minus). The downtown
appeared to be mostly specialty shops while the newer outlying commercial
areas appeared to be strip malls.
What retail goods do local residents appear to need to travel to surrounding communities for?
. Clothing, personal goods, office supplies.
. I would imagine that most shopping would occur in Apple Valley or
Burnsville.
. Clothes, vehicles, appliances, home products, perhaps cheaper groceries?
. Most discount big-box type activity
. Grocery, big-box retail, regional mall
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What stores or services were missing that you would expect to find?
. A larger grocery store.
. I did not see a grocery store in Farmington.
. I would have thought there might be a few more local specialty shops,
wood working, cabinetry etc?
. Hardware store.
. None (would expect that most of that being in lakeville and Apple Valley
already would mean you're not likely to find that in Farmington)
What retail stores or services did you find that were unusual or unexpected for a city of this
size?
. None.
. Unsure.
What store(s) in Farmington would you travel a distance of more than 10 miles to patronize?
. None.
. I live in Prior lake and work in Burnsville so I can easily get to all of the
franchise type shopping. To go to Farmington, there would need to be
some type of unique shop or goods such as the local greenhouse that has
some unique plants and offerings that the franchise stores do not carry.
. None.
. None, and since most of the retail appears to be service type or community
scale that seems just fine.
Rate and comment on the overall condition of the retail sector
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Observation:
Summary of comments: Team members suggested that stores should lean towards local
residents while insuring that additional strip malls should be limited. Walkable retail
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centers should be planned instead of the strip malls.
. Generally looks fine, but perhaps more stores geared towards the local
residents.
. The appearance of the retail buildings is nice and the city seems to be doing
a good job with land use, appearance codes etc. The biggest struggle is
trying to get the buildings occupied. Take it from Burnsville, try not to
overbuild strip malls that only bring in traffic from the highway. The
oversupply of these strip centers in Burnsville is a problem for us in that the
buildings are now paid for but there is no incentive to keep them up. They
only need a small number of tenants because the buildings are paid for.
However, many have poor visual appearance and there is not much
incentive any longer for them to invest in their properties. If Farmington
can develop these centers so they are oriented toward neighborhoods, well
connected to other employment centers, schools, downtown etc., their long
term sustainability may be better in the long run. Work to promote
walkability and biking access from the service areas as opposed to the
owner/developer only providing a quick car stop along the highway.
Other Retail Shopping Areas
Explore other retail shopping areas outside of the downtown business district.
North Farmington (east of Pilot Knob Road)
Type (Shopping mall etc.):
Rate and comment on the overall appearance.
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Observation:
o Very attractive.
. Seems far away from the core of Farmington. . . can retail activity be
concentrated better?
Rate and comment on the variety of shopping.
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Observation:
. Did not see much of this but seemed okay.
Charleswood Marketplace (19Sth and Pilot Knob Road)
Type (Shopping mall etc.):
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Observation:
. I don't remember anything else except the CVS.
. Did not observe
Rate and comment on the variety of shopping.
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Tamarack Retail Center (east of TH 3)
Type (Shopping mall etc.):
Rate and comment on the overall appearance.
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Poor . . . . . . . . . . . Excellent
Observation:
. Only drove by . . . seemed inviting.
Rate and comment on the variety of shopping.
1 2 3 4 ,5 6 7 8 9 10
Poor . . . . . . . . . . . Excellent
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Farminaton Mall (TH 3 and TH 50)
Type (Shopping mall etc.):
Rate and comment on the overall appearance.
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Observation:
Rate and comment on the variety of shopping.
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Comment on existing Farmington Industrial Park?
Summary of comments: Team members liked the existing park. They suggested that
buffers be maintained between industrial sites and residential areas.
. I observed a truck distribution center and some smaller buildings.
. The existing Industrial Park seemed to be successful, but there was
definitely room to grow. Speaking from experience working with a fully-
built community, you will want to be very careful where you place industrial
development. In Golden Valley, as industry leaves the City, large
warehouses are sitting vacant in very prominent locations.
. Farmington has a nice little industrial park and has done a good job of
siting the area. A couple of tips - be sure to keep enough area around the
industrial park to allow for future expansion and also to buffer the park
from residential and commercial uses. Over the years, Burnsville has
allowed developers to subdivide residential properties too close to industrial
and commercial sites which have caused many difficulties. The industrial
users need large spaces and they also need exterior storage and to use loud
equipment which does not provide a conducive environment for
homeowners. We have a couple of industrial users where odor is an issue
due to mixing food grade herbs/spices that are sometimes strong and blow
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over residential neighborhoods. The more distance and screening you can
provide in between these types of uses and also the trash handling, loading
and snow storage of commercial and residential, the better you will be in
the long run. This is important for maintaining good industrial and business
work environments also. It is important not to allow commercial uses to
encroach into industrial areas (typically industrial space is cheaper than
commercial space). For example, where Burnsville has allowed sports
performance, gyms, dance schools, etc., in industrial areas sometimes has a
negative impact on the industrial users because people taking kids to sports
programs sometimes do not like the industrial activities or want higher
aesthetic controls on the industrial operators than they can provide -
conflict occurs occasionally between uses that are not compatible.
. Seems to be in good shape - can it expand? Seems to have a good "street
feel" and location near and access to County road is great.
. Adequate; focused on warehousing and some manufacturing. The older
elements such as the cross dock detract from the higher level of quality
exhibited in other portions of the industrial park.
Comment on proposed extension of Farmington Industrial Park?
. I would make sure there is a need before doing any extension.
. Don't have enough details on proposal to comment beyond what I wrote
above
. Appears to be adequate space for expansion - location makes sense.
Expansion of the industrial and/or addition office facilities will provide
opportunities for employment opportunities within Farmington.
Are the industrial facilities well maintained?
. Yes, they appear to be.
. Yes.
. For the most part yes. Continue to require screening and landscaping
especially for outdoor storage areas, as well as hard surface requirements.
The infrastructure costs are typically higher for industrial areas due to
larger, heavier equipment use. The city may want to take advantage of
locations close to county and state roads/highways and have a large
enough industrial area to allow for future expansion and larger facilities
that may want to locate close to but not in a suburb. Burnsville's biggest
dilemma with regard to industrial now is that we have such limited space
for industrial development.
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. Yes
. Mostly.
Would this community be an attractive location for industrial development? Why or why not?
. Yes, good highway access, good labor force.
. Yes, particularly argri-industry.
· Yes, with proximity to connections to US Hwy. 52 to the east and 1-35 to the
west, Farmington has potential.
· I would not expect this community to be competitive for industries that are
location sensitive; it's just too far outside of the beltway area. The land
prices should be attractive so that could help attract those industries where
location is not as big of a factor. Also, there may not be adequate
infrastructure for heavy water usage industries.
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Does the community have a strong tourism sector? Please comment:
. No, I didn't observe much of a tourism sector.
. The community could be seen as having a strong tourism sector with the
presence of the Dakota County Fair.
· There are efforts wjin downtown, but it seems fragmented. Are there bed
and breakfast options?
. I'd have to say no. Also, there's not anything that stands out on the website
about tourism in Farmington.
Does the community have a slogan/brand?
Summary of comments: Team members suggested that a brand or identifier be generated
to show the assets of the community.
. I could not find it.
. Not to my knowledge.
. I believe Farmington has a great opportunity as a brand or community
identifier due to many factors: Excellent parks, location on the Vermillion
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River, the Dakota County Fairgrounds, Historic downtown, proximity to the
metro but yet far enough to still maintain an independent small town
character with all of its positive connotations!
. No. this should / could be developed.
. The slogan "A proud past - a promising future" suits its purpose but it does
seem a little generic. Also, I don't know that there truly is a brand as
without the City's name in conjunction with the slogan you wouldn't know
which community this was or for that matter if it was a community or
business, etcetera.
Is the community well known for an attraction or event?
. Dakota County fair, Dew days.
. Yes, the Dakota County Fair.
. Historic downtown and Dakota County Fair.
. Dakota County fair.
. Unsure - so I'd assume no. Well know for the Dakota County Fair?
What have you seen that could be developed into a tourist attraction (natural or man-made)?
. Maybe the river for trout fishing?
. Main Street, as well as areas along the Vermillion River could be developed
into local tourist attractions.
. Yes; trout fishing on Vermillion River, probably some potential for quaint
small-town shopping.
. The Village at the Dakota County Fairgrounds. Downtown Farmington.
Maybe capitalize on the trout streams.
Rate and comment on the quality and appearance of existing tourist attractions.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 J ~ ":1 10
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Observation:
. The Dakota County fairgrounds look well-maintained.
. Great potential
. Do you consider any of the attractions to be underdeveloped? Please
comment.
. The Dakota County Fairgrounds seemed well-developed.
Are there any community events that could be expanded/developed to be a tourist attraction?
Please specify:
. Cannot comment, unaware of any other events besides Dew Days and
Dakota County fair.
. Not to my knowledge.
. Not sure.
. Dew Days; Farmer's Market (expand it into a bigger event - do community
events in conjunction with Farmer's Market days)
Comment on the availability and selection of overnight accommodations in the community
(hotels, motels, campgrounds, B&Bs).
. I observed only one hotel, and no B&Bs or other accommodations.
. I did not see any hotels or motels.
. Did not observe campgrounds, but I would be interested in this.
Are there facilities to accommodate a conference and/or a large number of visitors?
. I did not see any conference facilities.
. Not to my knowledge.
. Dakota County Fairgrounds seems to be a good venue.
Is there a Visitor's Center, Chamber of Commerce office, or other facility serving the needs of
tourists? Please comment on staff, facilities, signage, marketing material, maps, etc.
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. I did not observe any center or offices of this type. I saw no maps or other
marketing materials specifically geared towards promoting Farmington.
. Not to my knowledge.
Restaurants
Comment and rate the quality of restaurants:
Quality
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Excellent
Comments:
. I ate at only one restaurant. It was fine, but nothing spectacular.
. I did not visit any restaurants in Farmington.
Variety/Mix of Restaurants
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Comments:
. I don't know if there is a good, white tablecloth restaurant - I couldn't find
one. It seems like with the quality of produce and meat in the area, there
could be a good, chef-driven restaurant in the area.
. I wish there were more mom and pop type restaurants - maybe something
along the river or other scenic unique setting in Farmington.
. I had lunch at the long Branch. Decent lunchtime crowd.
What local restaurant, specialty shop or attraction would bring you back to this community in
the near future?
. Maybe the Dakota County fair.
. long Branch Saloon
. The community could use something other than soup / sandwich / burger
options. Asian?
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Government/Public Services
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Are municipal offices conveniently located?
. Yes, very.
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. Yes. City Hall is a very prominent building on the main road.
. Yes; beautiful city hall. Nicely doe on the exterior and interior. Fits in very
well with the downtown streetscape.
. They're in downtown, so they're convenient for area residents. However
they're a bit hard to find coming from outside of the community.
Please comment:
. The downtown location is excellent.
How would you rate the availability and quality of the following information provided by the
municipal government?
Community brochure/guide:
. I did not see any guide.
. Don't know
Poor . . . . . . . . . . . Excellent
Comments:
. Don't know
. Did not see / use
Business Directory:
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Poor . . . . . . . . . . . Excellent
Comments:
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It's good and it's online which is very good.
. Good
. What business directory?
Community Profile (including business and industrial sites):
3 4 5 6 7 8 J" "'" 'lo'~ 10
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1 2
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Comments:
. It's the standard information from DEED. It's fine.
Were you able to find adequate information to make informed retail, commercial and/or
industrial business investment decisions via Farmington's website)?
. It's a little difficult to find on the website, but there is information about
grants and programs for businesses.
. Yes.
. Yes, the website is great!
. I did not look for this.
. The website provided some basic information to get you started. It might
be helpful to have links to websites for the developments if there are any (I
didn't see anything like that on the website).
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Comment on and rate each of the following for quality accessibility, or availability where
relevant.
Public Transportation:
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Comment:
. Did not observe.
. I did not witness any evidence of a public transportation system.
. I did not look for this.
. Didn't notice any bus service or dial-a-ride vehicles while I was there.
Sidewalks:
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Comment:
. Available in downtown, did not observe elsewhere.
. Sidewalks seemed plentiful and well-maintained.
· Excellent in downtown and some of the residential neighborhoods; too
narrow in some neighborhoods and some were too close to the
houses/parked cars.
. Many of the areas didn't have trails or sidewalks. Where present they
appeared to be adequate.
Streets:
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Comment:
. Good network, in good shape.
. The streets seemed in good condition. In fact, several streets were being
reconstructed during the tour.
. Streets appeared to be well maintained.
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Landscaping, Street Trees:
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Comment:
. Appears to be fine.
. Landscaping appears nice, but more could be done to enhance the
landscaping along public roads.
. I like the boulevard trees, city entrance monuments and the lighting/bridge
and use of sandstone features, very nice and unique!
. I loved the ginko trees in downtown.
. There's a lack of street trees in some of the newer residential areas.
Street Signage:
Poor
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Comment:
. Can't comment, didn't take notice of street signs.
. Decent
. Street signs were adequate. Wayfinding signage would be helpful.
Pay phones, drinking fountains, benches, public Internet access points, other misc:
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Comment:
. Did not observe.
. I noticed the use of some nice sandstone appearing waste receptacles either
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near downtown or perhaps a park. Very nice. This shows a community
commitment to quality and also demonstrates that Farmington has a lot of
pride.
. I did not look for this.
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Do you see conflicting land uses in the community (e.g., a residential subdivision next to a
industrial)? Please comment:
. Overall, I think Farmington is a well-planned community. Planning staff is
professional and aware of the needs of the community.
. No. The city appears to be very thoughtfully planned out.
· Conflicting uses observed along south border (Castle Rock Twp.) hard to
control because I think the parcels that were unattractive were actually
within Castle Rock.
. Yes, the industrial in close proximity to residential seemed to present some
conflicts. It might have been better to have that develop on the outer edge
of town, allowing the residential to tie together with the downtown.
Are all land uses appropriate (commercial, residential, green space etc.)? Specify where land
uses are not appropriate:
o Can't comment, it appears to be well-reasoned plan.
o Yes. I would be cautious with having too much industrial development.
o Yes. Scale of land consumed for high school seems inappropriate. Too big.
. The schools off at the edge of the community, in the agricultural area seems
not appropriate. However, land prices are also a factor...
Did you experience traffic congestion anywhere?
. No.
Are community facilities and infrastructure generally accessible for people with disabilities?
Please comment.
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. Cannot comment - did not observe.
. Sidewalks appear to be accessible.
. Did not observe.
Does the community appear to be pedestrian/bike friendly?
. There seems to be a good network of trails and sidewalks.
. The community appears to have many opportunities for bikers and for
walkers.
. Yes except in areas w/out sidewalks or sidewalks that are too narrow.
. No, it's separated into distinct parts so it did not appear to be
pedestrian/bike friendly for going about daily activities without a car. There
are opportunities for purely recreational trails but they didn't appear to link
different uses within the community.
Recreation, Faith, Culture and Heritage
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Facilities
Comment on the availability & appearance of each of the following types of recreational
facilities. Rate each type of facility.
Parks:
Poor
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Comment:
Summary of comments: Team members were impressed with the park and trail system.
One planner suggested that HOA's provide private parks for neighborhoods rather than
the City.
. Excellent parks with well maintained infrastructure.
. I think Farmington has beautiful parks and athletic facilities - something to
be very proud of and to flaunt to the rest of the world! In my opinion and
experience, I would suggest that the city stay away from the small mini
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parks as you grow, these will become maintenance and cost intensive and
really do not provide community parks and recreation but rather, extend
private back yards. Instead, require the developer to provide these for the
neighborhood and establish a homeowner association, especially for multi-
family projects. let the individual projects provide for some of their own
recreation needs. The city will then be better able to provide for the overall
community parks and recreation system. This will also give neighborhoods
the incentive to work together to provide for and maintain their own little
recreation areas.
. I was very impressed with all of the small, local neighborhood-scale parks.
Great job
Public recreation facilities:
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Comment:
. The pool and hockey rink are good amenities.
Private recreation facilities:
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Comment:
. Did not observe.
. I did not look for this.
Based on your impression, what do people in Farmington appear to do for recreation/fun?
e Play hockey, ride their bikes.
. Farmington has many well-maintained parks and open spaces. It is also
home to the County Fairgrounds. I would imagine that people in
Farmington take advantage of these opportunities.
. Hard to determine. . . no opinion
. Use parks, school recreational facilities, recreational trails, fishing?
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What recreational facility (private or public) in this community surprised you?
. I didn't know about the extensive trail network.
. The football field at Farmington High School was very impressive. I was also
impressed the city had a community pool.
. The "square-about" west of Denmark Ave. Might be a great future
monument / memorial site.
. Maybe more recreational ballfields, soccer facilities, facilities for seniors?
What recreational activities or facilities seemed to be missing?
. None that I can think of.
Rate the overall suitability of the recreational facilities for each of the following populations
using a 1-10 scale (10 is best):
Rating Category
8.3.7
10.9.9
10. 1. 7
6. 1. 9
10. 10. 10
Senior citizens
Families
Singles, young adults
Teens
Children (12 and under)
Entertainment
What does the community do for entertainment?
. Can't comment, not clear from tour of area.
. I would imagine that, aside from entertainment opportunities in the city,
residents of Farmington take advantage of entertainment options in
neighboring communities.
. Surf the web?
. Didn't appear to be many options (outside of the high school events and
recreation mentioned above)
What entertainment opportunities are lacking?
. Movie theater.
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. A movie theater, more shopping options, public beach, and other various
gathering places appear to be lacking.
. Maybe a movie theater?
. Performing Arts, Music, Movies, bowling, etc.
Does the community have a vibrant nightlife? Please comment:
. Can't comment, but I would be surprised if it did.
. I wouldn't think so.
. I did not look for this / came during daytime.
. The visit was during the daytime, but there was nothing to suggest that
there was a vibrant nightlife.
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Comment on the number, appearance, and selection of denominations in the community.
. Did not observe.
. All of the churches seemed very well-maintained.
. A few Catholic sites. Did not see much of this.
. There appeared to be a sufficient number of churches though I didn't note
the different denominations
Are there any outstanding architectural or design features found on the religious buildings you
visited?
. Did not observe.
. None come to mind.
. Impressive St. Michael's facility.
. The rebuilt church (St. Michael's) was well done, had a prairie/rural feel to it.
Please rate the religious buildings and denominations represented in this community.
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Does the community hold any events (festivals)? Which events are held annually?
. Dew Days, Dakota County Fair. Both are annual.
. The Dakota County Fair as well as the local festival are both held in
Farmington.
. Dew Drop days was getting underway the day I visited. I want to go to the
2011 Soybean festival - sounds like fun
. Dew Days, Farmer's Market, Dakota County Fair
Does the community have historical buildings or places? Are they well maintained?
. I saw a few well-maintained historical buildings downtown.
. Yes. Most interesting is the historical village located on the County
Fairgrounds.
. Former St. Michaels? A few historic homes and neat brick buildings in
downtown. Seem to be well maintained.
. Some of the buildings in downtown and homes adjacent to downtown
appear to have historical significance. Yes, they were well maintained.
General Observations
Would you consider this community as a suitable location for a young family? Why or why not?
. Yes. Affordable housing, good schools, convenient location, not too much
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traffic.
. Yes. Farmington has affordable homes, low crime, and offers a peaceful
lifestyle.
· Yes - somewhat; schools seem nice and there are recreational opportunities
for young kids. However as the children become teens, not sure what the
entertainment options or part-time job options are like. . . they don't seem
to be good.
. Yes, positives include: good quality of homes, newer school facilities, great
parks. However, it might be a bit of a drive to things like dance class,
hockey lessons, etc. Probably long commutes for working parents.
Would you consider locating your retail or service business here? Why or why not?
. Depending on the business, but I'd probably look for a larger market.
. That would depend on the nature of the business.
· Probably. I'd have to look into income/demographic data and determine the
underserved market. . . probably something around teens/young adults
may work.
. It depends on the type of business. Service businesses would probably do
quite well there. Retail, if a big box store then yes because it could
essentially capture the entire market since there is no competition. Other
retail would likely need that anchor like the big box store to pioneer the
area before they would locate there.
Would you consider locating a manufacturing business here? Why or why not?
. Perhaps if the land prices were reasonable. Not sure about the education of
the workforce, though.
. Yes. There is plenty of land availability.
. Yes. Decent proximity to Hwy. 52 and 1-35.
. Land prices are probably better there but I'd assume that many of the
manufacturing businesses require better access to the freeway system and
this is probably too far outside of the beltway area for many manufacturers.
Would you consider this a suitable location for a retired person? Why or why not?
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. Not clear if there are enough activities for retirees.
. Yes. There does appear to be a number of places where a retired person
could live in the city.
. Not sure.
. Probably not, while the downtown would offer some opportunities there
needs to be more activities in conjunction with more senior housing.
Would you consider this a suitable location for a young adult? Why or why not?
. No, definitely not. There isn't enough activity to interest young adults.
. Yes. Young adults typically look for the same things that families and
seniors look for which include; low crime, affordable housing, and peaceful
lifestyles.
. Maybe not enough night life for a young adult.
. No, lack of activities, distance from core of the Twin Cities employment
centers, night life, and cultural activities.
Would you consider visiting this community as a tourist? Why or why not?
. Probably not - there doesn't appear to be a "hook" for Farmington.
. Yes. I am very interested in coming back to tour the historic village at the
fairgrounds and then head over to the main street area and check it out in
more detail.
. Yes; I like to fish and proximity to Vermillion River might be worth checking
out.
. Perhaps as part of something destination oriented like the Dakota County
Fair.
Using Your Senses
Was there any specialty food item, bakery, restaurant, or candy store that you will remember?
. No.
. No.
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. Not really.
What did Farmington smell like? Was there any offensive industrial, agricultural, or sewage
smells? What about pleasant odors (flowers, food, etc.)?
. Smelled like fertilizer, but that's to be expected with the large amount of
agricultural land. It wasn't offensive.
. Yes. There was an "agricultural smell" as you entered Farmington from the
west on County Road 50.
. Some animal/ag. smells. But that's to be expected when visiting a smaller
community surrounded by agricultural uses. City's name is Farmington after
all. So no big deal (for me).
. Some agricultural smells but that can be expected in the remaining farming
areas of the community.
What sounds did you hear? Please comment on the level of noise in Farmington (traffic,
industrial, birds singing, water falls, music on the streets, trains, noon whistle, etc.).
. I heard the typical sounds of any small town. I did not hear anything out of
the ordinary.
. Freight train noise/vibrations. No big deal for me.
. Noise level was a low, pleasant level.
How would describe the overall environmental health of Farmington (air quality, litter, noise
pollution etc.)?
. Very high. Seems like a nice, quiet town. I saw very little garbage (besides
the auto repair shop downtown), and thought it was a clean place.
. I did not notice high amounts of litter or other detriments. Aside from areas
directly adjacent to highways 3 or 50, there didn't seem to be overly-loud
noises.
. Did not see any litter.
. Good.
Did you experience anything that had a strongly negative or positive impact on the way
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Farmington felt to you (crowded or deserted streets, safety issues, smiling faces, etc.)?
. People I encountered were friendly. No traffic issues, no safety issues.
. I did not experience anything that had a strong negative or positive impact
on the way Farmington felt to me.
. No.
. I would say more positive than negative and it seemed like a nice,
comfortable place. However, there wasn't anything in particular which
gave me a strong feeling (one way or the other) about the community.
Do you think your impression would be different if your visit occurred during evening hours?
. No.
. Yes. I would imagine things would have been much quieter.
. Yes.
. Probably, I expect there would be fewer people on the streets and that
would impact the feeling of safety.
Wrap-Up
Was your perception prior to the visit accurate? In what ways was Farmington different from
what you expected?
. It was more of a suburban community than I thought. I did not know there
was as much new single-family housing as there is. I also didn't know the
trail network was as extensive as it is.
. Yes. As suspected, Farmington was very pleasant. I had a good experience
in Farmington. I could certainly see myself living or working in Farmington.
. For the most part yes, though there was far more residential than I
expected. Also, I was very surprised at the high quality of some of the
residential areas.
Did the information you collected prior to the visit accurately reflect what you
observed/experienced?
. Generally, yes.
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. The website did a good job of presenting the city in a positive light.
. Not entirely. Parts of the City were better off than I imagined.
What is the most outstanding feature of Farmington?
. Its location is convenient. It's a nice small town that's located between the
larger suburbs of Apple Valley and Lakeville, and historic Northfield.
. In my opinion, the most outstanding feature of Farmington is the attractive
Main Street (3rd Street.) I think it is neat to see towns like that so close to the
Metro Area.
. The City planning staff was great hosts/ guides. Their knowledge of the
built and planned environment satisfied my curiosity during my visit. Decent
professionals always increase the image of a community.
. The downtown. Many communities are trying to create artificial "town
centers" to develop some sense of place that they lack because most of
those communities were originally developed as bedroom communities.
Having an established and fully-functioning downtown is an outstanding
feature.
List five positive things you observed about Farmington.
. Well planned.
. Convenient.
. Clean.
. Friendly people.
. Affordable housing.
. Thriving and vibrant Main Street.
. Wonderful High School facility.
. Good connectivity/road network throughout the community.
. Attractive and well-maintained parks.
. Healthy neighborhoods.
. Kids doing sidewalk chalk art in downtown
. Proximity to vistas of rolling fields of corn and beans was pretty cool.
. Streetscape / street furniture in downtown is well done.
. Impressive high school football stadium.
. Downtown.
. Farmington High School.
. Great quality parks.
. Some really great quality housing.
. Cultural activities; Dew Days, Farmer's Market.
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What are three potential opportunities available to Farmington?
. More industrial park businesses. Price of land is probably more reasonable
than neighboring Lakeville, Eagan.
. Dakota County fairgrounds.
. Compact downtown
. Increase commercial/retail options in a way that benefits and enhances
downtown Farmington.
. Identify areas to keep as natural preserves.
. Increase recreation opportunities along the Vermillion River.
. Industrial development to expand tax base and jobs.
. Trout fishing in Vermillion River.
. Senior Housing (focus in/near downtown).
. Develop housing/activities for young single adults - condos, townhouses,
etc.
. Location to link commercial/industrial with new comm.jind. Development.
What are the five biggest obstacles/challenges facing Farmington?
. People perceive to be mostly agricultural, and not connected to the Twin
Cities.
. No major industry or job generators in the community.
. Lack of nightlife or a real"hook" to entice people to move to area.
. Lack of attractive, multi-family housing.
. Commercial areas are starting to spread away from downtown and that
may reduce the attractiveness of the downtown businesses.
. Unusual city boundaries/maintaining city identity in areas to the far north.
. Aging housing stock in certain areas of the city.
. More development occurring on the north and west sides of the city,
ignoring areas on the east and south side of the city.
. Not enough retail options to sustain people living in the city.
. Provide more connections between different neighborhoods.
. Retaining young professionals.
. Keeping downtown relevant to the needs of locals and attracting tourists.
. Location (distance from Mpls.jSt. Paul).
. Boundaries with adjacent townships & impact on development.
. Pedestrian connectivity.
. Creating opportunities for night life, cultural events, etc.
. Continuing development in adjacent communities - development in
Lakeville, Rosemount can siphon development potential away from the
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community.
What will you remember most about Farmington six months from now (positive or negative)?
. Compact downtown.
. I will remember that Farmington is a quaint small town just minutes from
the metro area.
. Positive: the large football stadium, the brick downtown buildings,
. Probably the parks/housing - maybe that phenomenal high school
What have you learned here that has changed your impression of your own community?
. None.
. I think Golden Valley is more urban than I originally thought.
. My community is fully developed so there aren't as many parallels.
However, I probably appreciate the impact of tighter setbacks on
establishing more of a small community feel versus a rural center. The
Farmington website I think establishes a good template that my community
should follow.
Has this experience given you any new ideas about what is needed in your own community?
. No.
. I would love a "real" main street in my community.
. Yes.
Other comments:
. The planning and economic development staff was very professional, and is
a credit to Farmington.
On behalf of the Mayor, City Council Members, and City Staff, we want to thank you for your
time and effort in assisting us with this First Impression surveyl
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MINUTES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Regular Meeting
May 24, 2010
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chair Fogarty at 6:00 p.m.
Members Present: Fogarty, Larson, May, Wilson
Members Absent: Donnelly
Also Present: Andrea Poehler, City Attorney; Peter Herlofsky, City
Administrator; Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development
Specialist; Cynthia Muller, Executive Assistant
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVEAGENDA
MOTION by Wilson, second by Larson to approve the Agenda. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED.
4. CITIZEN COMMENTSIPRESENTA TIONS
5. CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION by Larson, second by Wilson to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
a) Approved Meeting Minutes 4/26/1 0
b) Approved Bills 4/26/1 0 - 5/23/1 0
c) Approved Budget Details April 2010
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) Sale of 308 Elm Street (Parks Garage)
Staff presented a Contract for Private Development to sell this property to Adam
Kurth, AK Performance Graphics. The title work indicates the property is under
the City of Farmington, even though the county has it listed under the HRA.
Council and the EDA will need to approve a resolution transferring ownership to
the EDA. MOTION by Wilson, second by Larson to close the public hearing.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
Member May stated it looks like there is a mortgage between the EDA and the
buyer, but the payments are made to the bank. City Attorney Poehler explained
the EDA will be second on the mortgage. The amount of the Business Subsidy is
the amount that needs to be paid in order for the mortgage to be released. The
mortgage secures the amount to be paid under the Promissory Note. What the
buyer is required to pay under the Promissory Note will depend on what he
accomplishes in connection with the building as far as the improvements. lfhe
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does not meet the requirements of the contract and the Business Subsidy, then he
has to repay. Ifhe does not repay under the terms of the Promissory Note, then
the EDA can foreclose on the mortgage. The Business Subsidy is the difference
between what the buyer is providing in cash and the value of the improvements.
The EDA would keep track of the improvements which are required to be done
within one year. The job creation is for two years in the Business Subsidy.
Mr. Adam Kurth stated his intention is to make the improvements before the end
of the first year. He will work with the EDA to finish the checklist. They intend
to get in the building and use it within 30 days of closing. His company is
graphics and they are all about visual impact. He intends to completely overhaul
the building so it is very appealing and fits with the downtown. He is ready to
create at least one new job now.
Member Larson asked how staff will keep track of the value of the improvements.
City Attorney Poehler stated the buyer provided what he was going to do with an
estimate of the cost. Staff verified this with building inspections. The buyer will
provide receipts to track the value of the improvements. MOTION by Wilson,
second by May to approve the Contract for Private Development and authorize
the EDA to approve the EDA's subordination of the Mortgage to the First State
Bank of Rosemount. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Member May asked about
transferring the property. City Attorney Poehler explained a resolution will be
brought to the City Council for approval of the transfer and a resolution will also
be brought to the EDA for approval.
7. CONTINUED BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
a) Lease Agreement 305 3rd Street (Old Liquor Store)
One party is interested in a month-to-month lease and another party is looking to
purchase the property. The party with the month-to-month lease has informed
staff they need to temporarily put their offer on hold.
Member May did not like the leasing option. She would rather just explore sale
options. Having someone in the building puts another dynamic on trying to sell it.
Member Wilson agreed. City Administrator Herlofsky stated staff would also
agree with that. Chair Fogarty was concerned with having that comer property
empty. She noted we can write the lease to have plenty of time to vacate the
property. She would rather have someone in the store front. City Administrator
Herlofsky noted staff also agrees with that. We would have someone there as
long as possible and have some activity. Member Larson would lease the
property, if we did not have someone waiting to buy it. Member May noted by
leasing we become a direct competitor with the other empty storefronts and felt
we should focus on sale only. If someone is really interested in leasing, there are
other spaces open downtown. Staff asked if there was consensus to just stay with
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selling the building. Member May asked about the monthly cost to keep the
building empty. The electricity is $75/month and the property taxes are
$4700/year. Chair Fogarty noted it is a very important comer to have empty.
Member May stated there is Subway and felt 3r and Oak Street is a bigger issue.
Members discussed various properties and funding associated with them. Chair
Fogarty suggested staff provide a list of properties that have funding associated
with them and the requirements that go along with the funding.
For the 305 3rd Street property, Chair Fogarty would like to see a month-to-month
lease with a very clear understanding that we are trying to sell the building and we
may need to execute a 30-day notice. Member Wilson asked staff to keep the
EDA updated with the first opportunity that comes along. His preference would
be a purchase offer or at least a 6-month lease. He would like to see revenue
corning in rather than just waiting for the ideal purchase. Member Larson
suggested staff determine the level of interest with the purchasing party. If it will
take awhile for their deal, then lease it. Member May would agree with a lease to
own.
b) Property Appraisal 317-323 Third Street (McVicker lots)
Dakota County has informed staffwe need to hire an independent appraiser to
determine a fair value to use for selling the lot. The low quote received was from
Swan Appraisals, Inc. for $1,000. MOTION by Larson, second by May to
approve using Swan Appraisals, Inc. for $1,000. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
c) Business Reinvestment Grant Program
Staff would like to utilize some unspent CDBG dollars and would like to change
the reinvestment loan program to a grant program. The grant amounts would be
$5,000 - $10,000.
Member May asked if there is a time limit where we would lose the funds. Staff
explained each year we apply for grant money and the CDA holds the money in
an account. The CDA can take the money back after a certain amount of time, but
that has never happened. The funds are available to provide assistance to property
owners in upgrading their commercial buildings. The new proposal is a I: 1
match. In the past, individual letters have been mailed to businesses, it has been
in the City newsletter, the Economic Update, and the website.
There is another grant program, the Business Development Grant Program, which
has one allotment left. The amount has to be matched, and is specific to code and
fayade improvements.
Chair Fogarty asked about the language in the grant program. Staff explained it is
the same as the loan program, and was modified to fit the grant program. Chair
Fogarty asked if a business wants to upgrade, could this be used to help with those
costs. She was thinking of anything we can do to help commercial developers
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with things that are specific to Farmington. Staff stated it is tied to commercial
rehabilitation. City Administrator Herlofsky explained if someone wants to do
something and it costs $25,000 - $30,000, perhaps we can find $5,000 - $6,000 to
reimburse them through this program. It may not help with Vermillion River
issues, but it would with structural issues and increasing the value of the property;
such as a change of use and installing a fire suppression system. Chair Fogarty
asked about the competitive bidding and payment of prevailing wages for
contracts in excess of $2,000. She asked if that was for the entire project or just
the grant amount. Staff felt it was for a project that is over $2,000. She asked if
the grant amount was set by the COA. Staff set that at $5,000 - $10,000. Chair
Fogarty would like to see the grant amount be $5,000 - $15,000. MOTION by
Wilson, second by May to approve the changes made to the COBG funded
program, and forward the recommendation to the City Council for approval at
their next meeting. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
9. CITY STAFF REPORTS
a) Economic Update, Volume 33
Members were very pleased with the Update as it was focused on the business
community.
b)
Major Economic Development Activities - May
The EOA received a list of major activities for the month.
c)
Property Brochures and Realtor's Marketing Summaries
i. 317-323 3rd Street
11. 305 3rd Street
111. 209 Oak Street
IV. Star Tribune Online Exposure Report
The EOA was given the realtor's marketing information for the above properties.
d) Dakota County Tribune Business Weekly Article - Spring in the City
Showing Green Shoots of Economic Recovery
The EOA was given a copy of this article about Farmington.
10. ADJOURN
MOTION by Wilson, second by Larson to adjourn at 6:56 p.m. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
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Cynthia Muller
Executive Assistant
EDA Strategic Planning Minutes
May 24, 2010
Chair Fogarty called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Present:
Also Present:
Fogarty, Larson, May, Wilson
Peter Herlofsky, City Administrator; Lee Smick, City Planner; Tina Hansmeier,
Economic Development Specialist; Cynthia Muller, Executive Assistant
MOTION by Wilson, second by May to approve the agenda. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
City Planner Smick gave a summary of the strategies the EDA has developed over the last few
years. Staff developed six areas of opportunity:
1. Business Development
2. Business Friendly
3. Create Marketing Program
4. Technology
5. Update Market Study
6. Resources Available to Support Economic Development
These are in no particular order, except business development should be the first priority.
Members agreed with these six areas.
Business Development
Staff proposed the business retention/expansion program be the number one priority. The
businesses are the most important, ambassadors to the community. Staffis doing a business
outreach program where staff visits the business, asks if there is anything they need, any issues,
and that the City is here to support them. We have to maintain what we have and also look for
something new.
Member Wilson was under the impression we are currently doing a business outreach program.
He asked what will be different about the focus going forward. City Planner Smick stated
business retention programs invite citizens to go along with business visits, invite
Councilmembers, Planning Commission members, and track any red flags. Also included could
be EGC members and Farmington Downtown Business members. City Planner Smick also
suggested measuring the success of this and make certain we are filling the need of listening to
what the existing businesses are dealing with. Member Larson asked about measuring the
success. City Planner Smick explained this would be done by responding to their needs and
there are certain things that can be done to make certain the current business community
continues to be the ambassadors for the community. Economic Development Specialist
Hansmeier explained the difference between what is currently happening and the proposed
Business Retention Program, the program has a survey where the businesses are asked the same
questions. There is a database that can be used for tracking. It is a more indepth survey. City
Planner Smick would like to have a collaboration with the Rotary, EGC, and any other groups.
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Member Fogarty asked how many business visits are done. Economic Development Specialist
Hansmeier replied this year there have been ten. The most that has been done is 70 in a year.
Member Fogarty suggested having a Councilmember going along on the visits to make an impact
on the businesses. Each Councilmember could go on two or three visits a year. Member May
liked the concept, but we are not here to market their business. The survey would keep an ear
out there for the expansion piece. We need to make sure economic development is our focus.
City Planner Smick explained the survey does focus on economic development and whether the
business will be expanding, and what we can do to help them.
Staff also suggested a small business mentoring program where the current business owners
work with new or smaller business owners. The program would help the existing businesses
understand how to make a new business feel comfortable in the community. Member Fogarty
felt the EGC would playa better role in that. Member May stated we would not mentor; we
would bring the businesses together. Staff would also like to work on the 3/50 project. City
Planner Smick suggested starting the Farmington 1 SI program again. It would be good to have a
booth at Dew Days. Member Wilson suggested having a night during the week where businesses
are open later. City Planner Smick felt as we get closer to opening the DMV office, we should
talk to the businesses about what an asset this will be to bring people downtown.
As far as business recruitment, staff listed numerous items that are in place for downtown,
industrial, and commercial development. Staff also outlined a business recruitment strategy and
components that should be in place at the time of recruitment. Providing incentives for start-up
businesses and a grant program for existing businesses are options. We need to make these
programs known. A seminar could be held for the business community on what they can do to
attract businesses - a Business Owner's Forum. The DCR does a training the 4th Thursday of
every month. This could be mentioned during the business visits. City Planner Smick likes the
First Impressions Program which brings in people that have never visited the community, such as
City Planners from other communities and get their impressions of housing, schools, areas City
staff may not think of.
(Member May left at 7:30 p.m.)
Members really liked this idea. City Administrator Herlofsky noted bringing people downtown
is a great idea, but if they do not find anything, they will not come back. Rather than us telling
the businesses, they need to hear it from someone else. Staff would like to do this during the
summer.
Member Fogarty asked about marketing materials. Staff explained as people ask for
information, staff would have something prepared to give them. Regarding attracting nationally
known businesses, Member Wilson suggested using our time to target the right type of business.
Members discussed whether we are the right type of community for some of the larger
businesses. The senior housing to be built in 2011, may attract more business. A hotel would be
a real need for the community. Staff could contact Comfort Inn again and inform them of the
senior housing that is coming.
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Business Friendlv
Staff has events such as ribbon cuttings, business visits, and publications. City Planner Smick
proposed how quickly and accurately businesses can get through the building process. Member
Fogarty would like to have a 30-day checklist for building permitting by the end of the year.
Member Wilson would like some evaluation of the fees; is the higher cost a deterrent; is it not a
concern; does it depend on the type of business. Member Larson stated some of our fees such as
sewer and water are higher, but things balance out over 10 - 20 years. The upfront fees are
definitely a concern. Member Fogarty asked about a grant program to help cover the initial
permit fees. City Administrator Herlofsky stated that was done with Anna's Banana's. Member
Wilson stated it would be nice to find out for a certain type of business what does it cost here
versus our competitors to find out where we can make the greatest impact with the grant
programs.
If someone wants to build something, City Planner Smick suggested bringing that person in and
having them meet with all the staff they need for permits. They could get all the information at
one meeting directly from the person it needs to come from. There could be an Event Committee
comprised of staff the people need to put on an event.
It would be good to have a business spotlight at Council meetings to highlight an event a
business may have. We could also go from the oldest to the newest business.
Create Marketing Program
Staff does have a marketing folder I business outreach program brochure. There could also be
maps for various aspects of marketing. Chair Fogarty stated once the EDA has a focus, they will
lean on staff as to what we need to market. It is important to define a brand such as Farmington
151. Having banner poles on the north side would be business friendly and tie the community
together.
Technology
We do partner with Dakota Futures on a Future Intelligent Community Initiative. The
technology deals with internet, broadband, WiFi, etc. Staff has been discussing with the school
district to collaborate on broadband technology.
Update Market Study
This refers to the Maus & McComb Study from 2007 and staff would like to update it. Member
Larson felt we should focus on the needs of the community.
Resources Available to Support Economic Development
There are currently CDBG loan and grant programs. City Planner Smick asked if we should
develop a business improvement district tax. There is a DEED loan program and grant program
and the Metropolitan Council's Livable Communities Demonstration Account. This promotes
high density next to transit and high density with walkable communities.
Chair Fogarty noted technology because of City Administrator Herlofsky, looks much different
than it did five years ago. That is what the future is. Businesses will be asking what kind of
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connectivity can I get here. Member Larson felt there will be less truck shipping and more
downloading.
Chair Fogarty would like staff to bring this back because this is a lot of work. She wanted to
stress the permitting process checklist. If we get nothing else done this year, she wants that
done. If we could get a couple businesses through on that kind of system, the word will spread.
She realized everyone at City Hall would have to be on board when the person walks through the
door. Chair Fogarty would like updates on this permitting checklist on each EDA agenda. This
will also be discussed at Development Committee meetings. Staff will meet to discuss the next
step, which would be a continuation of the strategic planning process. We need to get a
document put together on where we are going next with priorities.
Member Wilson suggested turning this into a work plan with dates. He agreed with having the
permitting checklist a priority for this year. Look for quick hits that could be taken care of.
Don't box in the thinking. We don't want to target one business and miss another that might fit
better.
Chair Fogarty was not sold on the market study. City Planner Smick noted the First Impressions
Survey could be done quickly. Member Wilson wanted to remind staff that we don't want to
forget about the heritage of the City and that should be flavored throughout these items. Chair
Fogarty noted we do have a community that likes the small town feel. Member Wilson
suggested maybe another Walgreens, a couple restaurants, and a hotel and most people would be
happy.. Chair Fogarty stated people do not want to be Apple Valley. City Administrator
Herlofsky stated we have the Fairgrounds and events going on and people need to know that
things are going on right here. City Planner Smick spoke with someone who just chose a home
here and the reason was because of the trails, farmland, and parks.
MOTION by Wilson, second by Larson to adjourn at 8:18 p.m. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
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City of Farmington
430 Third Street
Farmington, Minnesota
651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899
www.ci.farmington.mn.us
TO: Economic Development Authority
FROM: Peter J. Herlofsky, Jr.
City Administrator
SUBJECT: Exchange Bank Settlement
DATE: June 28, 2010
INTRODUCTION I DISCUSSION
Attached is the Settlement Agreement drafted by the attorneys for the Exchange Bank Building.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the attached Settlement Agreement for the Exchange Bank building.
IlY:I~
Peter J. Herlo k ,]{ , 11~~ ((
City Adminis I: tor ,I )
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MALKERSON
GUNN
MARTIN
LLP
1900 U.S. SANK PI.AZA SOUTH TOWER
2.2.0 SOUTH SIXTH STREET
MINNEAPOl.IS. MINNESOTA 55402
TELEPHONE: 612.344-1 III
FACSIMIL! 612.344-1414
Howard A. Roston, Esq.
612.455.6655
har@mgmllp.com
June 21, 2010
Robin M. Wolpert, Esq.
Greene Espel, P.L.L.P.
200 South Sixth Street
Suite 1200
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Re: 2004 Real Estate Company
City of Fannington Economic Development Authority
Court File No.: 19HA-CY-09-5007
Our File Number: 2107.001
Dear Ms. Wolpert:
Enclosed herein, please find the Stipulation for Dismissal with Prejudice and
Proposed Order as well as the Settlement Agreement, which my client has signed.
Sincerely,
~o/~ool M1vrL
HAR/~
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF DAKOTA
DISTRICT COURT
FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Case Type: Other Civil
2004 Real Estate Compi1ny, a Minnesota
Corporali on,
Court File No. 19HA-CV ~09-5007
Plaintiff,
v.
The Economic Development Authority in and
for the City of Farmington, a political
subdi vision of lhe State of Minnesota; and the
City of Funnington a municipal corporation a,nd
political subdivision of the State of Minnesota,
STIPULATION FOR DISMISSAL
WITH PRE.JUDICE AND
PROPOSED ORDER
Defendants.
Plaintiff 2004 Real Estate Company and Defendants The Economic Development
Authority in and for the City of Farmington and the City of Farmington hereby stipulate to the
entry of judgment dismissing all claims and counterclaims with prejudice, with each party
bearing its own costs and attorney fees.
Dated: June~, 2010
GREENE ESPEL, P.L.L.P.
By
Larry D_ Espel, Reg. No. 27595
Robin M. Wolpert, Reg_ No. 0310219
200 South Sixth Street, Suite 1200
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 373-0830
Attorneys for Defendnnts Economic Development
Authority in and for the City of FanningtOn and
the City of Farmington
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ARTIN LLP
By
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Ti y J. Keane (#0165323)
200 S. Sixth Street, Suite 1900
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 344-1111
Anomeys for Plaintiff 2004 Real Estate
Company, Inc.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The undersigned hereby acknowledges that costs, disbursements and reasonable attorney
and witness fees may be awarded pursuant to Minn. Stat. S 549.211, subd_ 2, to the party against
whom the allegations in this pleading are asserted.
Robin M. W oJpert
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The undersigned hereby acknowledges that costs, disbursements and reasonable attorney
and witness fees may be awarded pursuant to Minn.
whom thc allegations in this pleading are asserted.
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ORDER
Based UpOI1 the foregoing Stipulation,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that all claims and counterclaims between Plaintiff 2004
Re~l Estate Company and Defendants The Economic Development Authority in and for the City
of Farmington. and the City of Farmington are dismissed with prejudice, without payment of
costs or attorney fees by either party. There is no just reason for delay in entering judgment as
stated in this Order. LET THE JUDGMENT BE ENTERED ACCORDINGLY AND
WITHOUT DELA Y.
Dated:
,2010
By:
Judge of Dakota County District Court
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FINAL SETLEMENT AGREEMEN1'
This Settle1nel1t Agreement and Release (the HAgreemenL") 1:' made and Qnte1-ed into by
and between 2004 Real Estate Company ("Plaintiff'), and the Econom.ic Developm.ent Authority
of the City of Farmington (the "EDA") and the City of Farmington (the "City") (coIlec::tively, the
"City Defenclalits"). The Agreement shall be effective when signed by all parties.
WHEREAS, th~ City's Housing and Redevelopment Authority (the "HRA"), predecessor
to the City's BDA, and Plaintiff entered into entered into an agreement entitled "Contra.~t for
:Plivate Sale of Exchange' Bank Bu~ding W~th _~004 Real Estate't (the "Redevelopment
Agreement") on November 9, 1998. which was subsequently amended,
WHEREAS, under the terms and mutual obligations of the Redevelopment Agreemenl,
the Iffi.A agreed to Rell the property described in Exhibit A of the Redevelopment Agreement (the
"Property") eo Plaintiff. al1d later did sell the Property to Plaintiff pursuant to the terms of the
Redevelopment Agreement,
WHEREAS, under the terms and mutual obligations of the Redevelopment Agreement.
Plaintiff executed a special Warranty Deed (the "Reoonveyanoe Deed") by which Plaintiff
reconveyed the Ftoperty to the !mA,
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WHEREAS, the City's I:ffiA and Plaintiff emered into entered into an agreement (the
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"T ..ett6T of Credit Agreement") arid under the. terms and mutua..! obligations of the Letter of Credit
Agreement, Plaintiff pl'ovicj~d a ]~tter of credit in the amount of $80,000 to the EDA,
WHEREAS, 011 or about June 3, 2008, the BOA deHvt5red the Reconveyance Deed to
Dakota County and caused it to be recorded,
WHEREAS, on or about JUTle 9. 2008, the EDA drew upon a Letter of Credit from the
North Americun Banking Company in the !\.JT1Qunt of $80.000, and deposited such Letter of Credit
wirh NQrth American Brmking Company, in an interest-bea.ring a.CCOUrtt;
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WHEREAS. Plaintiff commenced an action againsr the City Defendants enritled 2004
Real EstaTe Company v_ The ECOMmic Development Authority in andfor r;he City of Fanningtol~
and the City of FarrnlnMtcm... case: number 19HA-CV.09-5007, OTl August 7.2009 (the "Lawsuit");
claiming, among other things, that the City Defendants were not entitled to re.cord tht
Reconveyance Deed and draw upon the l.ett.er of Credit,
WHEREAS, the City Defendants believe they were eTltitled to record the Reconveyance
Deed and draw upon the Letter of Credit pursuant based On the parties' agreements and do 'r1ot
. :. "admit ~he allega~ons cQntain~ in the Lawsuit but wish to avoid the uncertainty, ex~nse'~and
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incoIlY'crlience associated wi th litigation;
WHEREAS, Plaintiff believes that its claims have merit but wishes to avoid the
UnCeTtCljl1ty, expense aod inconvenience associa.ted wi~ litigation;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, a.greements, and n,lea6es set
faith herein and for other good and valuahl., consideraUon, Plaintiff aTld the City Defendant.s
hcrc:oy agree to finally resolve this Lawsuit in accordance with the following te.rms of agreement;
L The City Defendants win convey the PrOpOlty to Plaintiff by quit claim deed. The
quit claim deeds from the City Defend.anLs to Plaintiff is attached to this Agreement as
Exhibit 1. From the date of the recording of the Reconveyance Deed to me present,
th'~ City did Tlot drill a well on the Propertyl make any improvements to the Property,
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or eonvey any inte-rest iTl the Property or otherwise encumber the title to Property. On
th~ dates the City Defendants were in physical p<1sSBs$;iol1 and control of the Property
(June 13-16, 2008), they did not pennit the encumbrance of thl;:: title to the Property.
The: City Defendants will pay up to $2,000 for th~ cost of title insuranc~, to be
procured by Plaintiff establishing marketable title in name of P1aintiff.
2. Tho City DefendantS will, withiTl ten (10) days of the oX<;cution of this Agreement,
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rerum to Plaintiff the principal amount of the Letter of Credit, together with all interest
earned in ma North American Banklng Co. Account since June 9, 2008 on the Letter
of Credit to dare;
J. The City Df;fendants, by and through its insurer the League of MinnesoU! Cities
Insurance Trust, will, within ten (10) days of the execution of this Agreement convey
to Plaintiff the .'wm of $21,500;
4. All payments hereunder shall be made to tho Malker.son Guon Martin LLl' IOLTA
.. :Account.
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5. In exchange for the consideration herein defined, tho City Defendants, their officials,
employees, and other agents, successors, and assigns shall be completely released,
acquitted, and forevlIt' discha.rged from any and aU claims, demands, actions, suits,
causes of action, including claims for attorne.ys fee..<; amI. costs, that Plaintiff h<<d or
now has on aCCount of the aet..; or omis~ions of rhe City Defendants, their officials,
employees, and other agents, successors, and assigns pertaining to the redevelopment
ag1'eement, its amendments, the Letter of Credit Agreement, the redevelopment of the
Property. and the allegations set forth in Plaintiff's Second Amended COmplaint and
Petilion for Writ of Munda:rnl,.ls in the Lawsuit.
, . .6.' In exchange. ~crr the cpnsideration herein de:q:g.ed. Plaintiff, and its partner&, officials,
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employees, oth~r agents, Succe!:l~mrS, and assigns, shall be cCJmpletely released,
acquitted. and forever discharged from any and all claims, demal1d~, actions, suits,
c~useS of action, including claims for attorneys fees and costs. that the City
Defendants had or now h13.V0 on accOUnt of the act!> or Omissions of Plaintiff, its
partners, officials. employe~s, other agents, ~uCce~:;;cm;, and assIgns pertaining to the
Redevel.Qpment Agreement, its amendments, the Letter of Ccedit Agreement. the
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redevelopmc::n! of the Pl'opeI1Y, and the allegations set forth ill Plaintiffs Second
Amended Complaint and Petition for Writ of Mandamus in the Lawsuit.
7_ The parties have received a notice of claim on behalf of Shyanne Battles. The partics
reserve aU rights and defenses, including claims fot contribution or indemnity eithel'
under common I~w or l~nder the val'ious dOCuYnent6 that are described or identified
herein, with respect to the Shyanne Battles claim or any future claims by thil'd~parties
that are not presently known to the parties.
"'8', .' Eayh party shall b.c:ar .its own COSts and fees.
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9. Upon the execution of this Agreement, the parties shall flle this stipulation with the
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Dakota County District Court to dismiss the Lawsuit with prejudice. The stipulation
is attached hereto as Exhibit 2.
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10. EitheI' part>, may commence suit against the other f~r bl'cach of this Agreement. In me
event of any suit to enforce the terms of this Agree,ment, the prevailing party shall be
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entitle.d to an award of its attorneys' fees and costs,'
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1 I. Plaintiff and the City Defendants agree tha.t this Agt'eemcnt shall not be deemed or
construed to be an a.dmis~iQn or evidence of any violaLion of any statute or law, or of
:.iny liabi1i ty or wrongdoing by any person or enthy~ including, without limitation. the
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CitY. or of ~e guth,.~t any of the claims or alIogati'ons contained in the Lawsuit, and
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evidence t.hereof shall not be used directly or indirectly, in any wa.y, whether in the
Lawsuit or in any orher action, proceedin~ or lawSUit except in a.n action to enforce
any obligation or right under this S~rtlement Agreement.
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12. This Agreement shall be govemcd by and interpreted a.ccording to the substantive
laws of the State of Minnesota without regID'd to itS: chQice of lnw or conflict of laws
principles.
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13. This Settlem(',lnt Agreement, along with its exhibits. constitutes the eTltire Agreemont
between Plain riff and the Cily Defendants pertaining to t.he settlement of tho Lawsuit
and supersedes any earlier draft.., or conununication between Plaintiff and the City
Defendants.
14. This Agreement may not be modified or am.ended I!:xcept in writing executed by
Plaintiff and the City Defendants_
15. This Agreement shall be binding UpOll. and inure to the benefit of, the s.ucce.5~ors,
.. beirs; .,ltssigIJ.~, eme1oyees, members and. .partners, and fOtrr,ll?f memb~.z:s and:p~'er~;
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16. The parties W!llTant that the persons signing this Agreement are authorized s~gn~tories
for rhe entities represented., and indemnify and hoItl ea.ch other harmle&$ against any
assertion of lack of such aurhority.
17. Neither Plaintiff not the City Defendants shall be considered to be the drafter of this
Agreement or any of its provisions for the purpose of any statute, case law, or rule of
interpretation or construction that would or might cause any provision to be construed
against the drafter of this Agreement.
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Economic Deve~opment AuthorJty of the
City of Farmington
By:
Its: _
City
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By:
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(RESERVED FOR RECORDING INFORMATION)
QUIT CLAIM DEED
DEED TAX DUE: $ 1.65
Date:
,2010.
FOR . VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, the ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN
AND FOR THE CITY OF FARMINGTON f/k/a HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FARMINGTON, a public body corporate and politic
under the laws of the State of Milmesota, Grantor, hereby conveys and quitclaims to 2004 REAL
ESTATE COMPANY, a Minnesota corporation, Grantee, real property in Dakotas County, Minnesota,
described as follows:
SEE EXHIBIT "A" A TT ACHED HERETO
AND MADE A PART HEREOF.
together with all hereditaments and appm1enances belonging thereto.
Check box if applicable:
r X] The Seller cel1ifies that the Seller does not know of any wells on the described real property.
/: ] A well disclosure certificate accompanies this document.
/: ] I am familiar with the propel1y described in this instrument and I ce11ify that the status and
number of wells on the described real prope11y have not changed since the last previously filed
well disclosure certificate.
The consideration for this transfer was less than $500.00.
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FARMINGTON EDN2004 REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(Exchange Bank Bldg. at 344 3rd Street, Farmington, MN)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FARMINGTON,
a public body corporate and politic under the laws
of the State of Minnesota
By:
Christy Jo Fogarty, Chairperson
By:
Peter J. HerIofsky, Jr., Executive Director
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss.
COUNTY OF )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _ day of , 2010,
by Christy Jo Fogarty and by Peter 1. HerIofsky, Jr., respective the Chairperson and Executive Director of
the Economic Development Authority in and for the City of Farmington, a public body corporate and
politic under the laws of the State of Minnesota, on its behalf.
Notary Public
Check here if part or all of the land is Registered (Torrens) D
Tax Statements for the real property described in this
instrument should be sent to (Include name and address of
Grantee):
THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY:
CAMPBELL KNUTSON
Professional Association
317 Eagandale Office Center
1380 Corporate Center Curve
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
Telephone: (651) 452-5000
SRN
2004 Real Estate Company
c/o Hosmer A. Brown III
3801 50th Street West
Minneapolis, MN 55410-2047
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FARMINGTON EDA/2004 REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(Exchange Bank Bldg. at 344 3rd Street, Farmington, MN)
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EXHIBIT A
TO
QUIT CLAIM DEED
The following described lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the County of Dakota and State of
Minnesota to-wit:
That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town of Farmington
more particularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast comer of Lot Five (5) in Block
Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point; thence running East
and parallel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the East
line of said Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line of Lot Four (4); thence East 80
feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22) to a point 44 feet north of the Southeast
comer of Lot Five (5); thence south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet to point of
beginning
according to the plat thereof now on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder within and for said
County and State. Hereinafter known as the "benefited property".
Together with a fire escape egress easement over the South 10 feet of the following described property to-wit;
That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town of Farmington
more particularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5) in Block
Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point; thence running East
and parallel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the East
line of said Block, one foot to a point; thence East and parallel to the south line of said Block,
80 feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22), thence south along the East line of said
Block, 69 feet to point of beginning, all being in the Town of Farmington EXCEPTING
THEREFROM: That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town
of Farmington more particularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast comer of Lot
Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to
a point; thence running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point;
thence running East and parallel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and
parallel with the East line of said Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line of Lot Four
(4); thence East 80 feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22) to a point 44 feet north
of the Southeast comer of Lot Five (5); thence south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet
10 point of beginning. Hereinafter known as the "benefited property".
Said fire escape easement being more paJ1icularly described as creating egress from the second story Northeast
exit of the benefited property onto the roof of the above described burdened property and from the roof of the
above described burdened property to the ground level, via the West wall, of the building constructed on the
burdened propelty.
All costs and expenses of design installation, maintaining, and repair of said fire escape system to be the sole cost,
expense and obligation of the benefited property with the design, location, manner of installation, and
construction of said fire escape system to be approved by the burdened property prior to construction thereof
which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
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SRN:O 1106/20 1 0
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FARMINGTON EDN2004 REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(Exchange Bank Bldg. at 344 3rd Street, Farmington, MN)
(RESERVED FOR RECORDING INFORMATION)
QUIT CLAIM DEED
DEED TAX DUE: $ 1.65
Date: ~ Of /
u
,2010.
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FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, the CITY OF FARMINGTONi tr')y1inp.esot~~)mupicipal
corporation, Grantor, hereby conveys and quitclaims to 2004 REAL., ES1:ATE; ,o.~~ A!N)f". a
Minnesota corporation, Grantee, real property in Dakotas COlll1ty,:J9:rim'esdtiwJi~enhed:ldsriOl'g!w~~' ',-;;",.':
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SEE EXHIBIT "A" A TTACIfED HERETO
AND MADE A PART HEREOF.
together with all hereditaments and appurtenances belonging thereto.
Check box if applicable:
[ X] The Seller certifies that the Seller does not know of any wells on the described real property.
I ] A well disclosure certificate accompanies this document.
r ] J am familiar with the property described in this instrument and I certify that the status and
number of wells on the described real propeliy have not changed since the last previously filed
well disclosure certificate.
The consideration for this transfer was less than $500.00.
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SRN:06/1 5/2010
FARMINGTON /2004 REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(Exchange J31dg. at 344 3rd Street. Farmington, MN)
CITY OF FARMINGTON,
a Minnesota municipal corporation
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss.
COUNTY OF DAKOTA )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ~ ~ay of~ , 2010,
by Todd Larson and by Peter 1. HerIofsky, Jr., respectively the Mayor and City .AdD.1inistrator of the City of
Farmington, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of the corporation and pursuant to the authority
granted by its City Council.
CYNTHIA A. MULLER
NOTARY PUBUC. MINNESOTA
My CommIss\On ExpIres 01-31-2016
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ary Public
Check here if part or all of the land is Registered (Torrens) D
Tax Statements for the real property described in this
instrument should be sent to (Include name and address of
Grantee):
THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY:
CAMPBELL KNUTSON
Professional Association
317 Eagandale Office Center
1380 Corporate Center Curve
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
Telephone: (651) 452-5000
SRN
2004 Real Estate Company
c/o Hosmer A. Brown III
380150th Street West
Minneapolis, MN 55410-2047
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SRN:06/15/2010
2
FARMINGTON /2004 REAL EST ATE COMPANY
(Exchange Bldg. at 344 3rd Street, Farmington, MN)
EXHIBIT A
TO
QUIT CLAIM DEED
The following described lot, piece or parcel ofland situate, lying and being in the County of Dakota and State of
Minnesota to-wit:
That pali of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town of Farmington
more paJiicularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast comer of Lot Five (5) in Block
Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point; thence running East
and parallel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the East
line of said Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line of Lot Four (4); thence East 80
feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22) to a point 44 feet north of the Southeast
comer of Lot Five (5); thence south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet to point of
beginning
according to the plat thereof now on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder within and for said
County and State. Hereinafter known as the "benefited property".
Together with a fire escape egress easement over the South 10 feet of the folIowing described property to-wit;
That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town of Farmington
more particularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast comer of Lot Five (5) in Block
Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point; thence running East
and paralIel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and paralIel with the East
I ine of said Block, one foot to a point; thence East and parallel to the south line of said Block,
80 feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22), thence south along the East line of said
Block, 69 feet to point of beginning, all being in the Town of Farmington EXCEPTlNG
THEREFROM: That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of the Town
of Farmington more particularly described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot
Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to
a point; thence running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a point;
thence running East and parallel with the south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and
parallel with the East line of said Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line of Lot Four
(4); thence East 80 feet to the East line of said B lock Twenty two (22) to a point 44 feet north
of the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5); thence south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet
to point of beginning. Hereinafter known as the "benefited property".
Said fire escape easement being more paliicularly described as creating egress frol11 the second story Northeast
exit of the benented property onto the roofofthe above described burdened property and from the roof of the
above described burdened property to the ground level, via the West wall, of the building constructed on the
burdened property.
All costs and expenses of design installation, maintaining, and repair of said fire escape system to be the sole cost,
expense and obligation of the benefited propeJiy with the design, location, manner of installation, and
construction of said nre escape system to be approved by the burdened propeliy prior to construction thereof
which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
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SRN:06/15/2010
3 FARMINGTON /2004 REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(E)\change Bldg. at 344 3rd Street. Fannington, MN)
76
COMMERCIAL"
Lett~offutemtoPumh~e
Date: June 11,2010
RE: Property Address: 305 Third Street, Farmington, MN
Purchaser: Elevation Nine Eighteen, Inc.
The following proposal presented by Becky Leebens of KW Commercial- Preferred Realty
hereby expresses their clients' interest in entering into a purchase agreement to purchase the
subject real property under the terms and conditions listed below.
This letter is intended solely as a preliminary expression of general intentions and is to be used
for discussion purposes only. The parties agree that this letter is not intended to create any
agreement or obligation by either party to negotiate a defmitive purchase and sale agreement and
imposes no duty on either party to continue negotiations. The parties intend that neither shall
have any contractual obligations to the other with respect to the matters referred herein unless
and until a definitive agreement has been fully executed and delivered by the parties. Prior to
delivery of a definitive executed agreement, and without any liability to the other party, either
party may (1) propose different terms from those summarized herein, (2) enter into negotiations
with other parties, and/or (3) unilaterally terminate all negotiations with the other party hereto.
Purchase Price:
$ 116,000.00
$ 11,600.00 (this may adjust with the actual financing)
$104,400.00 (this may adjust with the actual financing). This Letter
of Intent is subject to Buyer receiving financing approval.
Seller to deliver to Buyer a definitive purchase agreement by July 15,
2010.
Down Payment:
Financing:
Purchase Agreement:
Deposit:
Buyer shall deposit $5,000.00 in escrow within three (3) days of the
execution of a formal purchase agreement acceptable to Buyer and
Seller. The deposit shall be credited toward the purchase price at
close of escrow.
Title and Escrow:
Title and Escrow companies will be selected by Buyer.
Purchase to close within 45 days from execution of purchase
agreement.
Closing Period:
Becky Leebens, CCIM
bleebens@kwcommercial.com www.kwcommerciaLcom
direct 952.746.9700 cell 612.385.4333
Hl~g 11\~th~tW T~hvmp MN ~~(l44.
Pm MINNWEST
iW BANK'~'
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June 24th, 2010
1150 Yankee Doodle Road
Eagan, MN 55121
Elevation Nine Eighteen Inc.ldlb/a Studio 305
Sherri Y Warner Owner/Manager
22104 Blaine Ave.
Farmington, MN 55024
RE: Design StudiolRetail
Dear MS.Warner.
Minnwest Bank eSank") is pleased to inform you that your request for a Small Business
Administration ("SBA") guaranteed loan ("Proposed Loan") is hereby oreaualified by the Bank on
the following preliminary terms.
Lender:
Minnwest Bank
Program:
SBA 7(a)
Borrower:
Elevation Nine Eighteen, Inc. d/b/a Studio 305
Guarantors:
Shem and Timothy Warner
Purpose:
Design Studio/Retail Start Up
Up to $225,000 (Estimated)
Loan Amount:
Project Uses:
Building acquisition (Farmington)
Building Improvements
Equipment
Working Capital
Soft/closing costs
Inventory
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Term:
Interest Rate:
Prepayment Penalty:
Good Faith Deposit:
Other Fees:
Collateral:
Equity:
15 Years (Estimated)
Prime as quoted In the Wall Street Journal plus 2.75% per annum
(current rate of 6%), adjusted quarterly MO payment approximately
$1,909.00
prepayment penalty of 5% for year one, 3% for year two, and 1% for
year three. There will be no prepayment penalty after year three.
Up to 25% of outstanding balance may by prepaid annually Wllhout
penalty.
$1,500 refundable good faith deposit will be required upon signature
of this prequalification letter. These funds will be refunded If the
transaction is not approved less any direct costs associated to
Bank. If Borrower accepts a bank commitment, this fee will go
towards equity requirements of Borrower (if applicable).
All applicable closing costs will be covered by the borrower. A full
breakdown of the estimated cost will be included in the final
commitment to the loan.
TBD through the credit underwriting process.
10% on real-estate 25% additional on additional project costs.
Other Conditions Precedent:
1) Key Man Life Insurance for $225,000 on Sherri Warner.
2) As of the closing date, all collateral for the Proposed Loan must
be environmentally acceptable to Bank in its sole discretion.
3) On or before the closing date, Borrower shall have provided to
Bank all additional items deemed necessary by Bank and/or
SBA in their sole and absolute discretion.
4) Review of all affiliate related financlals on any business in which
the Borrower has 20% or greater interest.
5) Review of Personal Credit of borrowers.
6) Updated/appraisal/environmental survey/survey.
7) Completed lien search
8) All associated closing costs
9) Proof of capital injection & BORSA
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Upon receipt by Bank of (i) this signed Proposed Financing Letter ("Letter"). (ii) the
necessary app6cation information. (iii) the required Good Faith Deposit. and (Iv) the necessary
SBA loan package. Bank will submit the Proposed Loan for credit and SBA consideration.
Please understand this letter is not a commitment by Bank to make the Proposed
Loan or provide other financing to you. It is intended to provide the general parameters by
which the Bank will consider your application for financing_ Any future commitment by Bank
to make the Proposed loan is subject to final approval of the SBA and Bank, in their sole and
absolute discretion, plus full compliance with any and all conditions that Bank and the SBA may
require in connection with the Proposed Loan.
Confidentiality:
This Letter is provided for your information and is delivered to you with the understanding
that neither it nor its substance shall be disclosed to any third person. except those who are in a
confidential relationship with you. or where the same is required by law.
This Letter shall expire five (5) business days from the date hereof if it has not been
acknowledged and returned toaether with the Good Faith DeDQSit. Any and all extensions to this
Letter may be granted by Bank at its absolute and sole discretion. After execution of this Letter.
the Proposed Loan application must be submitted to Bank within thirty (30) days hereof or this
Letter shall be null and void and of no further force or effect. unless otherwise extended by
Minnwest Bank.
Sincerely.
BY:
I have reviewed this Letter and fully understand the contents and conditions of it and
agree to proceed with the proposed financing as outlined herein.
BY: sit,~: }l",~ Acceptance Date: i.,; . z 1-. ?" I "
. S em.Warner
BY: ~~.j~} 1fI!'4.b".e14-L Acceptance Date: ti:. 2 ~ . 2." 1 a
Timothy Warner
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USE AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT made this 't'O "'~ day of ~u....,E ,2010, by and between the
FARMINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, a Minnesota public body
corporate and politic, ("EDA"), and ANCHOR BANK, N.A., a national banldng association,
with a business office located at 324 Oak Street, Farmington, Minnesota 55024 ("Anchor").
WHEREAS, the EDA is the fee owner of property located at 305 Third Street,
Farmington, Minnesota 55024 ("EDA Property");
WHEREAS, Anchor desires to use the main floor of the building located on the EDA
Property (the "Premises") for temporary storage of equipment Anchor acquired from the
previous lessee of the Premises and auction of the equipment;
WHEREAS, the EDA is willing to allow Anchor's use of the Premises on a short-term
basis;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the respective covenants and agreements
hereinafter set forth, the pm1ies agree as follows:
1. USE PERMITTED. The EDA hereby grants Anchor the authority to use the
"Premises" for storage and auction of the following equipment:
Sewing machines, heat press, drafting tables, various items related to previous lessee's business, and
other miscellaneous items as further detailed in the photos attached as Exhibit A.
(hereinafter "Equipment");
2. TERM OF USE AGREEMENT. The term of this Use Agreement shall
commence on June 1'8,2010, and end on July 18,2010, unless both parties agree to an extension in
writing.
3. USE FEE. Anchor shall pay to the EDA, for the right and privilege of using the
Premises, use fee of Eleven Hundred Forty-Six Dollm's and 751100 Dollars ($1,146.75). Payment
shall be made upon commencement of tlus Agreement.
4. COVENANTS REGARDING USE. In connection with its use of the Premises,
Anchor and EDA agree to do the following:
a. Anchor shall be provided with a key and granted 24 hour access to the building for
showings of the Equipment provided tlJ,at notice of access to the site by Anchor is provided to the
EDA prior to accessing the site tlu'ough email notification to the EDA.
b. Anchor shall promptly observe, perfOlID, execute, and comply with all applicable laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations of every duly constituted governmental authority or agency
relating to the Premises and its use thereof.
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c. Anchor shall use the Premises and conduct its business thereon in a safe, careful,
reputable and lawful manner; shall keep and maintain the Premises in as good a condition as they
were upon commencement of this Agreement;
d. Anchor shall not commit, nor allow to be committed, in, on or about the Premises
any act of waste, including any' act which might deface, damage or destroy the Premises, the
building located on the Premises, or any part thereof; use or permit to be used on the Premises
any hazardous substance, equipment or other thing which might cause injury to person or
property or increase the danger of fire or other casualty in, on or about the Premises; permit any
objectionable or offensive noise or odors to be emitted ii'om the Premises; or do anything, or
permit anything to be done, which would, in EDA's opinion, disturb or tend to disturb the owners
or tenants of any adjacent buildings.
e. Anchor shall not use the Premises, nor allow the Premises to be used, for any
purpose or in any manner which would, in EDA's opinion, invalidate any policy of insurance
now or hereafter carried on the Premises or increase the rate of premiums payable on any such
insurance policy. Should Anchor fail to comply with this covenant, EDA may, at its option,
require Anchor to stop engaging in such activity or to reimburse EDA for any increase in
premiums charged during the term of this Agreement on the insurance carried by EDA on the
Premises and attributable to the use being made of the Premises by Anchor.
f. Anchor shall be solely responsible for leaving the Premises broom-clean.
g. Anchor shall not inscribe, paint, affix or display any signs, advertisements or
notices on the Premises or in the Premises and visible from outside the Premises, except for such
signage, advertisements or notices as EDA at EDA's discretion specifically permits.
h. Anchor shall promptly repair any damage it or its employees, agents, guests or
invitees cause to the Premises and replace or repair all damaged or broken fixtures, equipment
and appurtenances with materials equal in quality and class to the original materials, under the
supervision and subject to the approval of EDA, and within any reasonable period of time
specified by EDA. If Anchor fails to do so, EDA may, but need not make such repairs and
replacements, and Anchor shall pay EDA the cost thereof forthwith upon being billed for same.
,
5. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Anchor shall have no rights to make
any alterations or -improvements to the Premises.
6. INSURANCE.
A. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance. Anchor shall procure and shall
maintain in effect during the term of this Agreement, Comprehensive General Liability Insurance on
an occurrence basis in an amount not less than $1,500,000 for each occurrence, and $1,500,000
aggregate for Bodily l1~ury Liability, and $1,500,000 for each occurrence for Property Damage
Liability. In addition, Comprehensive General Liability Insurance shall include coverage for
Personal hljUry Liability (including employment related suits), and Blanket Contrachlal Liability.
B.
Insurance Certificates. Any insurance required hereby shall be placed with a
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financially responsible insurance company licensed to write insurance in the State of Minnesota,
with a certificate of insurance to be fumished to the EDA, and the EDA shall be designated as an
additional insured party. Each policy shall be endorsed to provide the EDA thirty (30) days prior
notice of any cancellation or reduction in coverage.
7. INDEMNITY. Anchor shall indenmify and forever save and hold the EDA, its
officials, agents, and employees harmless from and against all liability, actions, claims, demands,
costs, damages, or expense of any kind which may be brought or made against the EDA or the EDA
of Farmington, their officials, agents, or employees or which the EDA may payor incur, by reason
of Anchor's negligent performance of or failure to perfonn any of its obligations under this
Agreement or by reason of any occurrence in or upon the Premises during the use or auction by
Anchor, its officials, employees, contractors, guests or invitees, excepting only any such liability
which may mise by reason solely of the actions of any failure to act on the part of the EDA, its
officials, age~ts, or employees.
8. . ':\ UTILITIES. All electricity and other utilities serving the Premises shall be
separately metered, and all charges for such utility services provided from June 18,2010 through
July 18, 2010 shall be paid by Allchor when due.
9. ASSIGNMENT. Anchor shall not assign its rights under this Agreement without
the prior written consent of the EDA being required.
10. NOTICES. Except as otherwise provided, all notices required to be given by either
party hereunder shall be in writing and sent by registered or certified mail, retum receipt requested,
to the following address:
EDA: Peter Herlofsky
Executive Director
430 Third Street
Farmington, MN 55024
(651) 280-6800
ANCHOR: ~,<\..,,-,"< c.\.l>.-i\.\<...
324 Oak Street
Farmington, MN 55024
11. TERMINATION. This Use Agreement shall terminate:
A. Automatically upon the expiration of this Agreement on July 18, 2010,
without necessity of any further notices by either party; or
B. Upon default by Anchor and notice of termination by EDA.
12. RESTORATION AFTER EXPIRATION OF TERM OF AGREEMENT.
Anchor shull remove the Equipment and restore the Premises upon termination of this Agreement.
If Anchor shall fail to remove the Equipment and restore the Premises, the EDA may do so and
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Anchor shall inU1lediately reimburse the EDA for all eosts and expenses associated with the
removal and/or restoration.
13. ARTICLE AND SECTION TITLES. The headings in this Agreement are
intended merely for convenience of reference and are not a patt of this Agreement and shall have no
effect upon the construction or interpretation of any part hereof.
14. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall bc binding upon, and the
benefits hereof shall inure to, the parties hereto and their respective heirs, representatives,
successors, and assigns.
15. SEVERABILITY. The invalidity or illegality of any provision herein shall not
affect the remainder of this Agreement.
16. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PARTIES. No proVIsIon contained in tIus
Agreement nor action taken hereunder shall in any manner be deemed to create a partnership or
joint venture between tile EDA and Anchor.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Use Agreement to be
executed the day and year first above written.
ECONONITCDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE
CITY OF FARMINGTON
BY:
Christy Jo Fogatty, President
AND
Peter Herlofsky, Executive Director
ANCHOR BANK, N.A.
BY:
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EXHIBIT A
S'cL
City of Farmington
430 Third Street
Farmington, Minnesota
651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899
www.ci.farmington.mn.us
TO:
Economic Development Authority
FROM:
Lee Smick, City Planner
AICP, CNU
SUBJECT:
Commercial & Industrial Permitting Process Update
DATE:
June 28,2010
INTRODUCTION
The EDA has requested that staff develop a permitting process checklist that will provide a 30-day turnaround
for commercial and industrial developments. The 30-day timeframe is described in working days, not calendar
days.
DISCUSSION
In researching this request, staff wants to emphasize to the EDA that there are a number of different scenarios
for processing approvals to new, redeveloped, or expanded commercial and industrial properties. Additionally,
it is important that the EDA understands that the proposed time frames for review of a project is dependent
upon the developer submitting all the necessary information required on the checklist and no revisions are
required before the 30-day time frame begins. The timeframe is also dependent upon when the submittal is
made during the month as to when a public hearing is set.
In understanding the details above, staff has included a checklist that shows 4 scenarios. A number of other
scenarios may play into the timeframe allowance on a case by case basis. The first scenario is when a property
is constructed on a platted and zoned vacant lot. This would be the best case scenario which would provide one
of the shortest timeframes of all of the scenarios cited. The sketch and site plan, conditional use, or variance
may all be reviewed simultaneously by the Planning Commission within a 30-day timeframe. Engineering and
building permit reviews would also meet this timeframe if all of the information has been submitted by the
developer and no revisions are required.
A second scenario with a 30-day timeframe includes an expansion project. The expansion project may include
all or some of the permits shown on the attached checklist.
The third and fourth scenarios have a longer timeframe of 3 to 6 months due to the need for items such as an
AUAR, hazardous material abatement, or land reclamation for unplatted vacant lots or redevelopment projects.
An example of the unplatted vacant lot is the Vermillion River Crossings project that required an AUAR
because of the proximity of the trout stream and the size of the project.
Other unforeseen items or issues may arise within each scenario to extend the timeframes cited, but the platted
and zoned vacant lot and expansion project are the best possibilities for achieving the 30-day time limit.
ACTION REQUESTED
Review and comment on the Commercial & Industrial Permitting Process checklist.
Respectfully submitted,
~~
~c~, City Planner
AICP, CNU
30 Working Day
Commercial Industrial Permitting Process
DEVELOPMENT CHECKLIST
Scenario: Platted & Zoned Vacant Lot
[New Construction]
Necessarv Action
Timeframe
D Sketch Plan 30 days
D Site Plan 30 days
D Conditional Use Permit (ifapplicable) 30 days
D Variance (if applicable) 30 days
D Engineering Review 30 days
D Building Permit Review 2-3 weeks
Scenario: Redevelopment Project
[New Cons
Necessarv Action
D Demolition Permit
D
D
D Vacation of Ea
D Sketch Plan
D Site Plan
D Conditional Use Permit (if applicable)
o Variance (if applicable)
D Engineering Review
D Building Permit Review
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
2-3 weeks
Total: I 3-6 months I
Iii
-All dates are working days.
Scenario: Unplatted Vacant Land
[New Construction]
Necessarv Action
DAUAR (if applicable)
DWetland Alteration Permit (if applicable)
D Rezoning (if applicable)
Dpreliminary Plat
DFinal Plat
DDevelog ..
DSke PI>
'e Pia
Timeframe
3-6 months
3-6 months
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
2-3 weeks
Total: I 3-6 months I
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nario: Expansion Project
[Remodel/Expansion]
Necessarv Action
DSketch Plan (if applicable)
DSite Plan (if applicable)
DVacation of Easements (if applicable)
DConditional Use Permit (if applicable)
DVariance (if applicable)
DEngineering Review (if applicable)
DBuilding Permit Review
Timeframe
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
2-3 weeks
Total: I 30 days I
6/24/2010
9b
Major Economic Development Activities
June 2010
Prepared By: Tina Hansmeier
AK Performance Graphics
The closing on the sale of this property took place on Tuesday, June 15th. Building plans have been
submitted for review.
Blondie's Tavern
Blondie's is expected to open late July or early August. Employment applications can be picked up at
the restaurant on Friday's from 3:00-6:00pm and Saturday's from 8:00-11:00am as of June 18th.
Completed applications can be returned for review during the same times Fridays and Saturdays.
Celts Pub
Celts' held their ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 18th at llam.
City Center Update
. Rising Stars Preschool
A building permit application was submitted on June 3rd to install two (2) doors needed to
separate the office and daycare uses. The plan review report is complete and ready to be
issued once Ken receives the additional information necessary to release the permit.
. Weng's Kitchen
New Moon Buffet has closed as of June 21. Tony Weng, of Weng's Kitchen, has entered into a
five (5) year lease and plans to open by early August.
Longbranch/Gossips
Kenny LaBeau, the owner of Longbranch and Gossips has submitted application for a Business
Reinvestment Grant. This item will be brought before the EDA for review at their July EDA meeting.
If approved, the grant funds will assist him with making improvements to the front exterior of both
resta u ra nts.
Pizza Man
Ed Endres, owner of Pizza Man, has hired an architect to assist him with his plans to expand his
building by approximately 800 square feet later this summer. Plans have been submitted to State
Health Department for review.
Riverbend
Engineering and Planning staff will be meeting with Tom Wolter of Mattamy Homes on Wednesday,
June 30, 2010 to discuss the possibility of completing the Riverbend development yet this year (i.e.,
utilities and roads). They would like to be able to build homes in there this year. This will require a
Final Plat be approved through the Planning Commission and City Council.
River Valley Home Care
A variance application has been submitted to encroach into the front yard setback by approximately
4' in order to construct a covered entry way. The Planning Commission will review this request at
their June 29th meeting.
Subway
An application for a Sign Permit has been submitted. The owner, don Schussler, has indicated to staff
that the downtown Subway store may be closed to accommodate their planned interior remodeling
on July 12 & 13.
Trinity Terrace Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
The Terrace expanded their services earlier this year to offer Flexible Assisted Living services. A
Grand Opening is scheduled for July 9th_11th with the cutting of the ribbon set for 11:00 am on July
9th.
UpcominJ~ Business/Communitv Events
The FDBA is currently planning their Downtown Day event for July 1ih from S-9pm. The event will
include a car show, live music and games.
The Dakota County Fair will be held August 9_1Sth.
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City of Farmington
430 Third Street
Farmington, Minnesota
651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899
www.ci.farmington.mn.us
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C/o5ed Se..ssion
TO: EDA Members
FROM: Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist
SUBJECT: Property Appraisal: 317-323 Third Street (McVicker Property)
DATE: June 28, 2010
INTRODUCTION
Because this property was acquired as tax forfeited property, Dakota County Policy 8003 requires
the EDA to obtain a current appraised value prior to selling it to determine its fair market value.
The appraisal information is protected non-public data under the Data Privacy Act therefore; the
EDA board has the option to close the meeting to discuss the information contained in the report.
DISCUSSION
The EDA hired Bob Zvanovec with Swan Appraisals, Inc., to perform the appraisal. To develop the
opinion of value the appraiser used the sales comparison approach. The appraisal report indicates
the market value of the McVicker property, as of June 17,2010, to be $38,500. Attached are
relevant pages of the Appraisal Report which illustrate how the appraiser reached the determined
value.
The property is currently listed for sale at $39,500.
ACTION REQUESTED
This item is for informational purposes only; no action is requested at this time.
Respectfully ~mitted,
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Tina Hansmeier
Economic Development Specialist
IRle No. 7807 -RZ I
Rle No. 7807-RZ
June 22, 2010
Swan Appraisals, Inc.
10456 169th St.
Lakeville, MN 55044
City of Farmington
430 Third Street
Farmington, MN 55024
Attn: Tina Hansmeier
Economic Development Specialist
Dear Ms. Hansmeier,
Pursuant to your request, I have prepared an appraisal report of the property captioned in the "Summary of
Salient Features" which follows.
The accompanying report is based on a site inspection of improvements, investigation of the subject
neighborhood area of influence, and review of sales, cost, and income data for similar properties.
This appraisal has been made with particular attention paid to applicable value-influencing economic
conditions and has been processed in accordance with nationally recognized appraisal guidelines.
The value conclusions stated herein are as of the effective date as stated in the body of the appraisal, and
contingent upon the certification and limiting conditions attached.
This appraisal report is intended to be a summary report containing all information necessary to enable the
reader to understand the appraiser's opinion. Third party studies referred to, such as pest inspections, health
letter, structural reports, completion per plans and specifications, etc., if any, have been noted in the
Reconciliation Section.
It is my opinion that the report conforms to the format recommendations as set forth by the Appraisal Institute
and that this report is intended to conform to our interpretation of all applicable sections of the Financial
Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA), and the Appraisal Foundation's
Appraisal Standards Board's "Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)."
The appraiser signing this report herein states that he is competent and sufficiently well
versed in analyzing, appraising, and rendering opinions of market value of properties of the subject type and
characteristics.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of additional service to you.
Robert Zvano ec, Appraiser
Minnesota Lic nse #4001968
Form DCVR - DTOT AL for WlndowsD appraisal software by a la mode, inc. - 1-800-ALAMODE
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FIRREA I USPAP ADDENDUM
Borrower Client: City of Farminoton Rle No. 7807 -RZ
Property Address 317-323 3rd Street
City Farminoton County Dakota State MN Zip Code 55024
Lender/Client Citv of Farminoton
Purpose
The ouroose of the aooraisal is to estimate the market value of the subiect orooertv. This is a Commercial Aooraisal of a vacant commercial lot
intended for commercial use.
Scope of Work
This is a Summarv Aooraisal Reoort which is intended to comolv with the reoortino reouirements set forth under Standards Rule 2-2(b) of the
Uniform Standards of Professional Aooraisal Practice for a Summarv Aooraisal Reoort. As such it oresents only summary discussions of the data
reasonino. and analyses that were used in the aooraisal orocess to develoo the aooraiser's ooinion of value. Suooorting documentation that is not
orovided with the reoort conceming the data reasonino. and analyses is retained in the aooraiser's file. The depth of discussion contained in this
report is specific to the needs of the client and for the intended use stated in the reoort. The appraiser is not responsible for unauthorized use of
this report. To develop the opinion of value the appraiser completed the Sales Comparison Approach. This was considered the most relevant
approach and in the appraiser's opinion it results in a credible aooraisal. In the aooraiser's opinion. the Scooe of Work oerformed is adeauate for
the intended use of the client
Intended Use I Intended User
Intended Use: To assist the client in evaluatina the market value of the subiect propertv.
Intended Userls\: The Client.
History of Property
Current Iistino information: No current aareement of sale nor option to purchase is known to the appraiser. The subiect is currently listed for sale
throuoh the Minneaoolis/St Paul MLS system and the Minnesota Commercial Association of Realtors IMnCar) for $39 500. The property has
been listed on the MLS at this orice for the past 85 days.
Pnor sale: Per Countv Records no orior sales involvina the subiect noted over the past 3 years.
Exposure Time I Marketing Time
Normal marketina time for this tvoe of orooerty could be anticioated within 6 months.
Personal (non-realty) Transfers
No personal property evaluation was included in this aooraisal.
Addmonal Comments
None
Certification Supplement
1. This appraisal assignment was not based on a requested minimum valuation, a spec~ic valuation, or an approval of a loan.
2. My compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined value or direction in value that favors the cause of the client, the amount of the value
estimate, the attainment of a stipulated result or the occurrence of a subsequent event.
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Supervisory
Appraiser: Robert Zvanovec Appraiser:
Signed Date: 6/22/10 Signed Date:
Certification or License #: 4001968 Certification or License #:
Certification or License State: MN Expires: 8/31/2011 Certification or License State: Expires:
Effective Date of Appraisal: 6/17/10 Inspection of Subject o Did Not o Extenor Only o Intenor and Extenor
Swan Appraisals, Inc. (952) 892-0037
IFile No. 7807 -RZ I
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Borrower Client: City of Farmington
Property Address 317-323 3rd Street
_ City Farmington County Dakota
~ Legal Descrtption Part of Lots 5 6 7 & 8 and ad'acent aile Block 23 Town of Farmin ton
Sale prtce $ N/A Date of Sale N/A Loan Term N/A yrs. Property Rights Appraised IZI Fee 0 Leasehold 0 De Minimis PUD
Actual Real Estate Taxes $ Exempt* (yr) Loan charges to be paid by seller $ N/A Other sales concessions N/A
Lender/Client City of Farmington Address 430 3rd Street Farmin ton MN 55024
Occupant EDA of Farmington Appraiser Robert Zvanovec Instructions to Appraiser *Pro e is currentl exem t from real estate taxes.
Per Dakota Coun no known s ecial assessments.
Location Urban IZI Suburban Rural
Built Up IZI Over 75% 0 25% to 75% 0 Under 25%
Growth Rate 0 Fully Dev. 0 Rapid 0 Steady IZI Slow
Property Values 0 Increasing 0 Stable IZI Declining
Demand/Supply 0 Shortage IZIln Balance 0 Oversupply
Marketing Time 0 Under 3 Mos. IZI 4-6 Mos. 0 Over 6 Mos.
Present Land Use 85% 1 Family ----..1% 2-4 Family ----..1% Apts. ----..1% Condo ~% Commercial
% Industrial 8% Vacant %
Change in Present Land Use IZI Not Likely -0 Likely (*)
(*) From To
IZI Owner D Tenant ~% Vacant
$ 40,000 to $ 275,000 Predominant Value $ 100,000
~ yrs. to -----1.1Q.. yrs. Predominant Age 80 yrs.
Census Tract 609.02
LAND APPRAISAL REPORT
State MN
Zip Code 55024
D Taking Place (*)
Employment Stability
Convenience to Employment
Convenience to Shopping
Convenience to Schools
Adequacy of Public Transportation
Recreational Facilities
Adequacy of Utilities
Property Compatibility
Protection from Detrimental Conditions
Police and Rre Protection
General Appearance of Properties
Appeal to Market
Good Avg. Fair Poor
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Predominant Occupancy
Single Family prtce Range
Single Family Age
to the east.
COMPARABLE NO.3
209 Oak Street
Farmin ton MN
1 block west
443 566
7.60
17900
4.85
-191 500
-483 100
-239 000
-248 300
-44 500
N/A
Warranty Deed
Warranty Deed
N/A
403 700
20 500
39 866
38 400
o Did 0 Did Not Physically Inspect Property
Swan Appraisals, Inc. (952) 892-0037
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LAND APPRAISAL REPORT
MARKET DATA ANALYSIS
IRle No. 7807 -RZ I
COMPARABLE NO. 4
20810 Holyoke Avenue
lakeville MN
4 miles west
COMPARABLE NO. 5
4637 Park NicoUet Avenue
Prior lake MN
5.52 miles
Tina
Rle No. 7807-RZ
COMPARABLE NO. 6
XXX River Ridge lane
Bumsville MN
10 miles northwest
317000
10.70
-27 000
-339 600
-45 000
N/A
Warranty Deed
Warranty Deed
Warranty Deed
213200
411600
36 800
Net 91.5 %
38 400
Swan Appraisals, Inc. (952) 892-0037
Form LND.(Ac) - DTOTAL for WindowsD appraisal software by a la mode, inc. -1-800-ALAMODE,
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