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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.24.11 EDA Packet Authorltv Members Chair, Christy Jo Fogarty Jason Bartholomay Julie May Terry Donnelly Mayor Todd Larson Cltv Staff ReDresentatlves Executive Director, Peter Herlofsky, Jr. City Administrator Tina Hansmeier Economic Development Specialist Cindy Muller Executive Assistant 430 Third Street Farmington, MN 55024 Phone: 651.280.6800 httD:/Iwww.ci.farminaton.mn.us AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY January 24, 2011 - 7:00pm City Council Chambers. City Hall 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approve Agenda a.) Organizational Matters i. Election of Officers ii. Adoption of By-Laws iii. Official Newspaper iv. Meeting Schedule 4. Citizens Comments/Presentations 5. Consent Agenda a. Meeting Minutes i. October 25, 2010 b. Bills: 10/25/10 through 1/23/11 c. School & Conference - Ehlers Public Finance Seminar 6. Public Hearings 7. Continued Business a. Strategic Work Plan b. Farmers' Market 2011 c. EDA Property Status 305 3rd Street Update (Supplemental) 8. New Business a. Realtor@ Information Day 2011 b. Minneapolis-St. Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership 9. City Staff Reports/Open Forum/Discussion a. Major Economic Development Activities - January b. The Bridge (Jan/Feb 2011) - Economic Development Page c. Summary of New Businesses, 2004-2010 d. Summary of Closed Businesses, 2004-2010 10.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. J:\HRA-EDA\BOARD AGENDAS\2011 Board Agendas\0124 I 1\012411 Agenda.doc 3a.... City of Farmington 430 Third Street Farmington, Minnesota 651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899 www.ci.farmington.mn.us TO: EDA Members FROM: Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist SUBJECT: Annual Organizational Matters DATE: January 24,2011 INTRODUCTION Attached are the proposed 2011 Economic Development Authority (EDA) By-Laws in the same format as the approved 2010 By-laws. DISCUSSION At the regular January EDA meeting, the Authority shall review and provide direction regarding the following: a. Adoption of By-Laws A copy ofthe proposed by-laws are enclosed. If they appear to be acceptable, a motion to approve and adopt the by-laws would be in order. b. Election of Officers Section 1, subd. 3 of the EDA By-Laws provides that each year, the EDA shall choose a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. In the past, the EDA's procedure in this regard typically involved a nomination for Chairperson, a second, and a vote, followed by a similar process for the Vice-Chairperson. A Secretary and Treasurer must also be appointed, which typically is assigned to the Executive Director. c. OffICial Newspaper Section 1, subd. 3 of the EDA By-Laws provides that each year, the EDA shall designate the official newspaper. d. Meeting Schedule Section 1, subd. 3 of the EDA By-Laws provides that each year, the EDA shall establish a meeting schedule for the year. ACTION REOUESTED Please provide action for the above listed items. Respectfully submitted, Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist 2011 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BY-LAWS These By-Laws, when adopted, are intended to deal with matters not otherwise covered by State Law, City Ordinance or elsewhere. Section I - Meetine:s SUBD. I - Regular meetings of the Economic Development Authority shall be held on the fourth (4th) Monday of each month at 7 :00 PM. Any regular meeting falling upon a holiday shall be held on the next following business day at the same time and place. All meetings, including special arid adjourned meetings, shall be held in the City Hall unless otherwise designated. " SUBD. 2 - Special meetings of the Authority may be called by the Chairperson or in written form by any other two (2) members of the Authority, filed with the Executive Director. The Executive Director may also call a special meeting. At least three (3) days before the meeting, the Executive Director shall notify each member of the time, place and purpose of the meeting by causing written notice thereof to be delivered to him/her personally if he/she can be found, or, ifhe/she cannot be found, by leaving a copy at the home of the member with some person of suitable age and discretion residing therein. At least three (3) days prior to the meeting, the Executive Director shall also post notice of the meeting and if applicable, notify each person who has filed an applicable written request for notice, or may, if necessary, provide such other more restricted notice, including but not limited to (as allowed by Statute, such as) M.S. 471.705, subd. IC, paragraph g, "if a person receives actual notice ofa meeting of a public body at least 24 hours before the meeting, all notice requirements of this subdivision are satisfied with respect to that person, regardless of the method of receipt of notice." Emergency meetings may be held because of circumstances that, in the judgement of the Authority require immediate attention. The notice of special meeting shall state the item(s) to be discussed and acted upon. Items not stated in the notice may be discussed, but no action may be taken if any member objects. Any special meeting attended by a majority of the Authority members shall be a valid meeting.for the transaction of business that may come before the meeting. SUBD. 3 - At the regular Authority meeting in January of each year, the Authority shall (1) designate the official newspaper; (2) establish meeting schedule for the year; (3) choose a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson, who shall perform the duties of the Chairperson during the Chairpersons disability or absence and in case of a vacancy in the office of Chairperson and until a successor has been appointed and qualifies to fulfill the duties of Chairperson, and; (4) appoint a Secretary and Treasurer, which need not be a commissioner. SUBD. 4 - All Authority meetings, as defined by State Law, including special and adjourned meetings shall be open to the public. The Authority Attorney shall advise the Authority in writing as to his interpretation of the state "Open Meeting Law" and all new members shall be provided such written interpretation. K:\TINA\Economic Development\EDA\EDA\By-laws\2011 proposed EDA By-Laws (2).doc 1 Section II Presidine: Officer: Rules of Order SUBD. 1 - The Chairperson shall preside at all meetings of the Authority. In the absence of the Chairperson, the Vice-Chairperson shall preside. In the absence of both, the Executive Director shall call the meeting to order and shall preside until the Authority members present at the meeting choose one of their numbers to act temporarily as presiding officer. SUBD. 2 - The presiding officer shall preserve order, enforce the rule of procedure herein prescribed, and determine all questions of procedure and order. Except as otherwise provided by statute or by these rules, the proceedings of the Authority shall be conducted in accordance with the following rules of order: A. A Motion must be seconded before being considered by the Authority and the The presiding officer must recognize mover, as well as the seconder. B. Any motion may be withdrawn by its mover with the consent of his/her second. But a motion, once debated, cannot be withdrawn except by a majority vote of the Authority. C. A motion will not be subject to debate until it has been stated by the presiding officer and he/she has opened it to debate. D. Each member, while speaking, shall confme himself/herselfto the question at hand and avoid all personal, indecorous or sarcastic language. E. Whenever any member of the Authority desires to speak on any question, which affects him/her personally, he/she shall fIrst vacate his/her chair and shall not resume his/her seat until the matter under consideration has been acted upon. He/she shall be allowed to make comments on the question as a private citizen only and while a member of the audience. F. Whenever public hearings are held, the presiding officer, shall allow any member of the public, the privilege of speaking. A reasonable time shall be allowed to anyone as long as they are not repeating points already made. The presiding officer shall maintain order and may rule anyone out of order. G. At any meeting, the presiding officer will allow the public to participate as long as there is reason to believe the input is benefIcial. SUBD. 3 - Any member may appeal to the Authority from a ruling of the presiding officer. If the appeal is seconded, the appealing member may speak fIrst on the reason for his/her appeal. General discussion can then take place on the appeal before a vote. The appeal shall be sustained if it is approved by a majority of the members present. K:\TINA\Economic Development\EDA\EDA\By-laws\2011 proposed EDA By-Laws (2).doc 2 Section III - Ae:endas SUBD. 1 - The agenda shall be prepared by the EDA Executive Director and shall be closed at noon on the Wednesday preceding the meeting for publication purposes. SUBD. 2 - Any member may place an item on the agenda by so instructing the Executive Director. SUBD. 3 - No item shall be placed on the agenda unless the item is expressed in such a way as to clearly show the subject matter involved SUBD. 4 - The agenda add-ons are subject to approval by a majority vote of the members present and further such add-on items may be discussed, but no action may be taken if any member objects. Section IV - Order of Business SUBD. 1 - Each meeting of the Authority shall convene at the time and place appointed therefore. Authority business shall be conducted in the following order: I) Call to Order 2) Pledge of Allegiance 3) Approve Agenda 4) Approve Consent Agenda a. Bills b. Minutes c. Additional Consent Agenda items 5) Public Hearings 6) Continued Business 7) New Business 8) Executive Director's Report 9) Adjourn SUBD. 2 - The order of business may be varied by the presiding officer, except that all public hearings shall be held at the time specified in the notice of hearing. Section V - Minutes SUBD. 1 - Minutes of each Authority meeting shall be kept by the Executive Director or, in hislher absence, his/her designee. In the absence of both, the presiding officer shall appoint a secretary pro tern. Resolutions need not be recorded in full in the minutes if they appear in other permanent records of the Executive Director and can be accurately identified from the description given in the minutes. SUBD. 2 - Minutes of each meeting shall be reduced to typewritten form, shall be signed by the taker, and copies thereof shall be delivered to each Authority member as soon as practicable after the meeting. At the next regular Authority meeting following such delivery, approval of the minutes shall be considered by the Authority. The minutes need not be read aloud, but the presiding officer shall call for any additions or corrections. If there is an objection, the Authority shall vote upon the addition or correction. If there are no additions or corrections, the minutes shall stand approved by motion. If K:\TINA\Economic Development\EDA\EDA\By-laws\2011 proposed EDA By-Laws (2).doc 3 there is an objection, the Authority shall vote upon the addition or correction and approve the minutes by motion as amended. . Section VI - Quorum and V otine: SUBD. 1 - At all meetings a majority of all members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. SUBD. 2 - The votes of members on any question pending before the EDA shall be by voice votes. Roll call vote can be requested by any member, except for the following agenda items; approval of the agenda; approval of the consent agenda; and the adjournment. The names of those voting for and against the question shall be recorded in the minutes. If any member present does not vote, the minutes shall state: "Abstain: Name". SUBD. 3 - Except as otherwise provided by statute, a majority vote of the quorum shall prevail. Section VII - Executive Director The Authority may appoint and provide for annual performance reviews of an Executive Director. Section VIII - Susnension or Amendment of the Bv-Laws SUBD. 1- These by-laws may be temporarily suspended by a unanimous vote of the members present. SUBD. 2 - These by-laws shall not be repealed or amended except by a majority vote of the whole Authority after notice has been given at some preceding meeting. Section IX - Effective Date SUBD. 1 - These by-laws have been adopted by the on the day of immediately. ,20 and becomes effective Attest: EDA Executive Director EDA Chairperson Date: Date: K:\TINA\Economic Development\EDA\EDA\By-laws\2011 proposed EDA By-Laws (2).doc 4 5~ MINUTES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Regular Meeting October 25,2010 1. CALL TO ORDER At 6:30 p.m. the EDA toured several downtown businesses and reconvened at City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Chair Fogarty at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Fogarty, Larson, May Members Absent: Donnelly, Wilson Also Present: Peter Herlofsky, City Administrator; Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist; Lee Smick, City Planner; Cynthia Muller, Executive Assistant 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVE AGENDA Member May pulled items 5b) Bills and 5c) Budget Details for discussion. She also wanted to add an update on the old Rambling River Center building. MOTION by Larson, second by May to approve the Agenda. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS 5. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION by Larson, second by May to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: a) Meeting Minutes i. September 27,2010 ii. October 11,2010 APIF, MOTION CARRIED. b) Bills: 9/27/10 -10/24/10 Member May's concern came from the EDA budget. The Farmer's Market has been a big success, but she was not sure how much discussion the EDA has had about whether the Farmer's Market should be self-sufficient and what the fees are for the vendors. The EDA will not have funds available. She asked if we need to increase the fees to the vendors, as the EDA has paid for advertising and Biffs in the past. City Administrator Herlofsky stated so far this year revenues are $48,000 and expenses are $66,000. We cannot add to the levy this year. Staff will look at the finances in total and bring something back after the first of the year with suggesting the EDA establish a small levy to get this fund caught up in three or four years. EDA Minutes (Regular) October 25, 20 I 0 Page 2 Member May stated just as the pool and the arena operate on a negative basis, she does not want the Farmer's Market to become that type of venture. She understood about the overall EDA budget, but in just relation to the Farmer's Market, have we looked at what we are charging the vendors and what our expenses are. City Administrator Herlofsky stated there will be a change in location next year. Part of the cost was the site. Staff will come back with a plan after the first of the year. Chair Fogarty stated we still own property and suggested using property we have not been able to sell. The Riste lot is not visible, but no more so than the other site. City Administrator Herlofsky also suggested we can look at closing the street in front of City Hall. Chair Fogarty also mentioned the site for the Water Treatment facility. If the downtown businesses are on board with closing the street and being open that night, that would be ideal. If we cannot get that kind of excitement, then maybe we have to put it somewhere out of the downtown where it is more visible. Member May felt it is very important that it sustains itself. If we are looking at it being downtown, then maybe we have to look at the Downtown Business Association. Chair Fogarty stated now is a good time to talk to the business association. Mr. Clyde Rath, President Farmington Business Association, felt the businesses downtown would be excited about closing off the street for a Farmer's Market. Chair Fogarty asked Mr. Rath ifhe felt the businesses would help with offsetting some of the costs such as advertising and having a business sponsor a week. Mr. Rath stated the businesses would agree to that. He also asked that the Downtown Business Association and the City meet with the County to ask them to stop taking their signs along CSAH 50. They have events and put up signs, and the County pulls them up. He felt having the Farmer's Market downtown is a great idea. Member May stated there will be a negative balance so we need to look at the fees we charge. Chair Fogarty asked for a balance sheet for just the Farmer's Market for the December EDA meeting. Staff noted this year we received a grant for the Farmer's Market from Dakota Electric. This will not be available next year. Member May asked about the bill for the Elm Street sign. She recalled it was discussed to tear the sign down, but the cost to tear it down was too high. She asked if there were other costs associated with the sign. Lighting the sign is the only cost. The panels rotate for the businesses. Businesses paid for the panels when they were made and there has been no other charge since the Elm Street project. MOTION by May, second by Larson to approve the bills. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. EDA Minutes (Regular) October 25,2010 Page 3 c) Budget Details: September 2010 Member May asked if there should be administrative fees shown and asked if the Economic Development Specialist's salary is part of this budget. Chair Fogarty noted the salary is part of the general fund, not the EDA budget. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. CONTINUED BUSINESS a) 305 3rd Street - Amendment to Purchase Agreement The Purchase Agreement needs to be amended to revise the sale price from $123,000 to $120,000 based on the appraisal amount. Also, the escrow will not be placed in an interest bearing account due to the short time period. The EDA should receive a net amount after closing of $1 02,498. Staff also prepared a spreadsheet showing expenses and revenues for the last several years. Expenses for repairs, etc. have exceeded revenues by $19,866.62. This will come off the net amount received. Member May asked how we came up with the sale price of$123,000. Ms. Becky Leebens, Realtor, stated the buyer originally offered $116,000 and it had been listed at $129,000. We negotiated to $123,000 based upon their ability to purchase. The appraisal came in at $120,000. The buyer has a SBA loan to value so in order for them to get the mortgage the price was adjusted to $120,000. Chair Fogarty was pleased the agreement has a timeline of 90 days. MOTION by Larson, second by May to approve the Amendment to the Purchase Agreement for 305 3rd Street. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. b) McVicker Lot - Reconveyance and Repurchase of Tax Forfeited Land At the October 11, EDA meeting the EDA approved a resolution transferring the McVicker lot to the State and for the State to transfer it back to the EDA without any restrictions or reversion clauses on the title. The resolution and application have passed the first review with the County and will be taken to the November 2, County Board meeting for approval. c) Strategic Planning Update City Planner Smick reviewed the status of the strategic planning. Areas of opportunities include: 1. Resources available to support Economic Development 2. Business Development 3. Technology 4. Business Friendly 5. Create Marketing Program 6. Update Market Study Staff asked the EDA for their priorities. Member Larson listed business retention and business recruitment as his priorities. He felt we need to hit business EDA Minutes (Regular) October 25,2010 Page 4 recruitment harder than we have been and come up with a plan to accomplish this. He was pleased with what we are doing with business retention and also need to keep that up. Chair Fogarty's priority was to promote available properties and buildings. A couple items under Create a Marketing Program were discussed. One item was to work with the townships to clean up the borders. This refers to the lines for the borders and the physical appearance. The long term objective is that if the City only plans for its corporate limits, we will be limited in what we can do. An emphasis from a planning standpoint would be to bring Empire together with Farmington. Weare duplicating a lot of efforts with infrastructure by not getting together. Another item was to define opportunities and activities for young adults and seniors. City Administrator Herlofsky stated the school district does have a Community Education program. Getting the City's recreation program and their Community Education program working together would be a long term solution to a lot of the issues with young adult activities. The school district owns buildings and it would have to be determined how we participate monetarily in having our schools open until! 0:00 p.m. and available throughout the community. There are gyms and club rooms and things that could be useful. EDA members noted schools are open until 10:00 p.m. and there is a lot going on. Chair Fogarty agreed there is opportunity there and there is a lot of empty space. Mayor Larson asked how important is it that we update the market study and how much was it used. If the timing were different, it might have been more useful. Mr. Clyde Rath, Farmington Business Association, stated the business organization has gone from 20 members to 50 members. The leadership of the business community and the leadership of the City need to meet and review this document for input and do it quickly. They have discussed how to tie together businesses in the north part, along TH3, and downtown. If Farmington wants to be an incubator for small businesses, then we need to discuss how the businesses can be part of that. Chair Fogarty agreed and would like to bring the groups together before the end of the year. Mr. Rath agreed it would be good to at least have a discussion. We have a lot of resources in the community for branding and strategic planning rather than using a consultant. Chair Fogarty would like to see something for the November EDA meeting. City Planner Smick agreed this is a good idea along with the above action steps. Member May would rather see us do these types of things than spend time on studies. We need to do things rather than analyze data. Mr. Rath encouraged the EDA members to come to the Farmington Business Association meetings. City Planner Smick also suggested having theEGC members attend the meeting for industrial properties. Staff mentioned Bruce Rydeen would be coming to the November EDA meeting. There is a budget workshop on November 8, and if another one is necessary, that EDA Minutes (Regular) October 25, 2010 Page 5 would have to be November 22, and move the EDA meeting to November 29. Also financial information for the HRAlEDA will be discussed at the November EDA meeting. It was determined that the joint meeting with the EDA, Business Association, and EGC could be held December 8. 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. CITY STAFF REPORTS a) Major Economic Development Activities - October Economic Development Specialist Hansmeier gave an update on the mold issue at the old Rambling River Center building. Staffhas determined it is best to remediate the mold prior to the building being sold. Member Larson asked if City staff would be able to remove the carpet. Staff would have to check on requirements to remove mold. City Administrator Herlofsky would not be comfortable using City staff to remove areas with mold. Staff will check on certifications required to do this work. Member May asked if we will continue to work with Mr. Otten and put a sign up from Keller Williams. Ms. Leebens was going to have something ready for the next Council meeting. She has had some other opportunities that have made her concerned with taking on another listing. She brought another realtor along to get him familiar with the downtown. She will have something prepared as soon as possible to list the building. Economic Development Specialist Hansmeier is still working with Mr. Otten and he is still interested in purchasing the property. The attorneys are working on the contract. Member May still felt strongly unless there is a written agreement, we need to represent the residents. Until there is an agreement we need to do what is prudent and make sure anyone who is interested understands there is no legally binding contract. She asked if it will be on the November 1, Council agenda. Staff will work towards that, but the mold issue has caused a delay. 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Fax 651.280.6899 www.ci.farmington.mn.us TO: EDA Members FROM: Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist SUBJECT: Ehlers Public Finance Seminar DATE: January 24, 2011 INTRODUCTION Tina Hansmeier will be attending the Ehlers Public Finance Seminar on February 3 and 4 at the Northland Inn in Brooklyn Park. DISCUSSION This seminar includes educational programs on Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Bonds, Commercial/Industrial properties, JOBS Bill case studies, new regulations, developer roundtable, development finance, and trends affecting retail. The seminar is intended for state and local public officials and staff, developers, public and private attorneys and others who want to develop a greater understanding of public finance. Ehlers acts as a financial consultant to the City of Farmington for bond issuance and housing, economic development and redevelopment projects. BUDGET IMPACT The cost ofthe two-day seminar is $255. This amount is provided for in the 2011 EDA budget. ACTION REQUESTED Approve Tina Hansmeiers attendance at the 2011 Ehlers Pubic Finance Seminar. Respectfully submitted, Tina Hansmeier , Economic Development Specialist la..' 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: Economic Development Strategic Work Plan DATE: January 24,2011 INTRODUCTION / DISCUSSION The "GROW Farmington" meeting was held on December 8, 2010 and included approximately 80 people in attendance. At the meeting, the attendees were separated into groups where they began to brainstorm ideas about economic development in Farmington. Exhibit A shows the responses generated by the groups. The responses were then counted by City staff to determine which responses were most discussed at the meeting in order to create a priorities list. The top responses were then created into a Top 10 list (Exhibit B). On January 24, 2011, staff will discuss the Top 10 responses with the EDA and gather comments for the responses that were generated. The next step is to hold another "GROW Farmington" meeting on February 23, 2011 to determine the Top 5 responses chosen from the Top 10. There will be further discussion of the Top 5 responses and then the group will fmalize the meeting by choosing the Top 3 responses from the Top 5 to begin to work on in the upcoming year. As the Top 3 responses are completed throughout the year, City staff will take the next responses from the Top 5 and continue to work to complete them. It is interesting to note the similarities between the Top 10 list from "GROW Farmington" and the "First lnipressions Tour Priorities" list (Exhibit C). The completion of items on the Top 10 list will ensure that the First Impressions Tour Priorities will be completed along with the "GROW Farmington" Top 10 list. ACTION REQUESTED Review and comment on the Top 10 responses and also comment on the strategic planning process that staff is proposing to the EDA. Respectfully submitted, Lee Smick, City Planner AICP, CNU Ex. A- ( EDA I Farmington Business Association I Chamber Brainstorming Event December 8, 2010 e 0 owmg st mc u es a 1 eas as ev were s are . Manage housing inventory (deal with foreclosures) Attract business from other communities Utilize existing infrastructure and stay away from neighboring townships Do not allow new residential development until existing inventory is gone Encourage brainstorming for new industry concepts Create paths for new business, reduce roadblocks Concentrate on bringing in anchor stores (Walmart or other big box storeS) Encourage positive thinking We need quality lodging (Best Western, AmericInn) Newspaper article to encourage citizen input regarding possible new business or industry ideas to Chamber of Commerce 1. Park and Rec with Community Ed with paid advertising from businesses Community Guide - Program Guide 2. Bakery and iewelry store - cross market 3. Community streaming billboard downtown 4. Slogan "Come On Out to the Farm" City Newsletter, School District, Newspaper Population is larger - more potential. People are our strength. Location to metro County Fair Farmers Market Old Farmington - New Farmington Bike trails and parks a plus Library is great 195th Street is a great thing Small town "feeling" 1. Big Box and accommodations for overnight stays and conferences 2. Play and promote to Farmington's strengths 3. Global communication to business and residential communities Chipotle downtown Family restaurant - no liquor (IHOP, Denny's, Perkins) Big box - not Walmart (Target ok) Business draw Hotel Tax credits for big box/smaller business Promote what we have (arts, Celts) New resident welcome wagon ~ Signs pointing to downtown (business) Attract industrial participation Attract business that appeals to Farmington's demographic - convenience Social media - Facebook - to communicate to residents Th fi II Ii . I d lI'd th h d 1 E-mail blasts from City "ThisWeek" News - capitalize on something published to all Network each other's businesses NW side of town has a negative image of Farmington's downtown area Community Calendar - all inclusive of businesses, churches, youth groups, school district, city, senior center, etc. (group would administer their own information on a monthly basis) All inclusive e-mail list to everyone Get the word out at school functions, tournaments, collect e-mails, schools Bigger name businesses to industrial parkIV ermillion Crossing Affordable rental apartments - high quality C~ble channel - updates in businesses and developments Event map, monthly possibly Radio station Better signage notifying of locations, directions CEEF areas promoted and events Strengthen our B2B relationships and service. People will pay more for same thing if they get exceptional service. Include farmers/ag as recognized business owners Welcome basket Downtown light poles should be seasonally decorated. Business persons could sponsor. We need to be a destination for something. Market trout streams Bring back Home & Garden Show Continue Dew Days - Soybean Festival- Farmer's Market More retail needed- owner operated Restaurant with ambiance and good atmosphere (less sports bar) Draw the population to the North Motel-Motel-Motel with attraction Market bike trails Create competitions between areas to create awareness Pumpkin Chunkin (catapult), pumpkin pie eating contest Winter Fest Give local businesses the chance to supply your needs first! Attract a community college Transportation locally and to metro Viking stadium in Farmington Market Farmington's close proximity to all metro (easy access - small town charm) Apartment housing for young people (feeds into school system) All-day kindergarten will draw young families to town. Townships - extended community (cooperation) CEEF - status? Mission statement Coordinated community calendar / publicity communications Defmed organization roles / collaboration Focus on positives or at least be "neutral" 2 Action items - momentum get and keep the ball rolling Business / commUnity center district signage Develop Lamperts property (private) Green space / public space . Fairground activities / Dakota City Common web site / calendar coordination What makes Farmington a destination? Positive P.R. / fIrst impressions Link to (hooked up with) bike trails in Northfield / Red Wing Capitalize on "Name" Farmington Spokesperson for Farmington events? P.R. Why did Airlake take off? What was the push? Rail Spur? Progressive Rail? Technology availability'map / fiber ootic Wireless tower / signal strength UMore property / use Trout stream / de~ignation Conservation easement south of Fairgrounds (trail) Promote unique nature of Farmington and surrounding area 3 GROW Farminaton January 24, 2011 CI.P; '~' Top 10 1. Promote unique nature of Farmington and surrounding area through trout stream, bike trails, and green space. 2. Promote and create events in Farmington such as Winter Fest, Fairground activities I Dakota City, PumpkinChuckin, pumpkin pie eating contest, County Fair, Farmer's Market, Home & Garden show, Dew Days, and Soybean Festival. 3. Keep Farmington's appearance decorated by using flowers, lights, and signage (directional signs). 4. Use newspapers (articles), newsletters, and calendar to promote Farmington. 5. Determine Farmington's brand (small town feel or charm, Come out to the Farm, quaintness). 6. Strengthen existing business relationships and services through collaboration, organizational roles, and cross marketing (Business Retention). 7. Attract big box to Farmington. 8. Attract motels and hotels to Farmington. 9. Draw north and south parts of Farmington together. 10. Promote Farmington's strengths and its people. Ex. C FIRST IMPRESSIONS TOUR 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. . 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. . 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). /b 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 1. Herlofsky, Jr. City Administrator SUBJECT: Farmer's Market 2011 DATE: January 24,2011 INTRODUCTION I DISCUSSION The City of Farmington has held a Farmer's Market for the past two years. Three vendors have contacted staff about a Farmer's Market this year. Due to budget constraints, a decision needs to be made whether to hold a Farmer's Market again this year. In 2010 the Market ran for 13 weeks. The 2010 revenues included a Dakota Electric Partners in Progress grant in the amount of$2,500. This grant is no longer available. 2010 actual budget numbers were: Total Revenues Total Expenses With Grant $5,125 $5,577 ($452) Without Grant $2,625 $5,577 ($2,952) Total The former site of the Farmer's Market (behind Aaron Chiropractic) is no longer available. An option would be 3rd Street between Oak and Spruce Streets. ACTION REQUESTED Direct staff whether or not to move forward with a Farmer's Market for 2011. Respectfully submitted, Peter J. Herlofsky, Jr. City Administrator 7c City of Farmington 430 Third Street Farmington, Minnesota 651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899 www.ci.farmington.mn.us TO: EDA Members FROM: Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist SUBJECT: 305 3rd Street Update DATE: January 24, 2011 INTRODUCTION In August 2010, the EDA entered into a Purchase Agreement with Elevation Nine Eighteen, Inc., for the purchase of the property located at 305 3rd Street. The parties also entered into a lease Agreement in August 2010. The tenant, Sherri Warner (Studio 305), has recently requested the opportunity to renegotiate the base rent to allow for additional time to build clientele and reduce expenditures. DISCUSSION Purchase Agreement Elevation Nine Eighteen was unable to obtain financing to purchase this property, therefore; the Purchase Agreement is null and void. Elevation Nine Eighteen has provided the EDA with a Quit Claim Deed relinquishing any and all interest and has no further rights to the Purchase Agreement. The escrow money deposited with First American Title Insurance Company as part of the agreement will be refunded to Elevation Nine Eighteen. This item is for informational purposes only. Lease Agreement Elevation Nine Eighteen has requested the opportunity to renegotiate their base rent. Per the Lease Agreement, the current monthly rate due to the EDA is $1,146.75 (based on an annual rate of $9.00 per square foot for 1,529 square feet of net rentable space per annum). The reduction requested would adjust the monthly rent to $764.50 ($6.00 per square foot). The Amendment to the Lease Agreement reduces the monthly rent as identified. ACTION REQUESTED Approve the Amended Lease Agreement between the Farmington EDA and Elevation Nine Eighteen, Inc. Respectfully submitted, Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT TillS AMENDMENT LEASE AGREEMENT ("Amendment") is entered into and made as of this day of 2011 by and between the FARMINGT.ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, a Minnesota public body corporate and politic, ("Landlord"), and ELEVATION NINE EIGHTEEN, INC., a Minnesota corporation ("Tenant"). Recitals A. Landlord and Tenant are parties to a Lease dated ALA(bll <::., Z 1 Zo \0 for the premises located at 305 Third Street, Farmington, Minnesota, 55024 ("Lease"). B. The parties wish to amend said Lease as hereinafter provided. NOW THEREFORE, inconsideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, it is agreed as follows: 1. Section 3(b) of the Lease is hereby amended to read as follows: (b) Base Rent. Tenant shall pay to Landlord rent at the monthly rate of Seven Hundred Six-Four Dollars and 50/100 Dollars ($764.50) (based on an annual rate of $6.00 per square foot for 1,529 square feet of net rentable space per annum), hereinafter referred to as the "Base Rent." The Base Rent is payable in equal monthly installments in advance, on or before the first day of each and every month throughout the Term; provid.ed, however, that if the Commencement Date shall be a day other than the first day of a calendar month or the termination of the Lease shall be a day other than the last day of a calendar month, the Base Rent installment for such first or last fractional month shall be pro-rated accordingly. IN WITNESS WHEREOF. the parties hereto have executed this Amendment as of the day and year first written above. ~andlord: Tenant: By: Its: President ELE~ NINEI"'-GfITEEN, INC. By: ~~ I-ts: '~~srt:>€N1 ~ By: .Liie-(4.~ Its: Vlc..e - PJ2..eS\D6N"'\ FARMINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY By: . Its: Executive Director ga- City of Farmington 430 Third Street Farmington, Minnesota 651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899 www.ci.farmington.mn.us TO: EDA Members FROM: Tina Hansmeier, Economic Development Specialist SUBJECT: 2011 Realtor@ Information Day DATE: January 24, 2011 INTRODUCTION/DISCUSSION Farmington will host its second Realtor Information Day on April 6, 2011. The program will be held at City Hall and will run from 9:00am -12:00pm. The City, School District, Dakota County Regional Chamber and Farmington Business Association will partner to showcase Farmington as the great place it is to live, work, shop and play. The purpose of the program is to help familiarize real estate professionals with the City of Farmington so that, in turn, they can inform their clients about the city that they might move to. The following are learning objectives: · Introduce officials of local government · Share the latest demographic information · Define important codes · Provide information on public safety · Describe various school district programs and activities · Create awareness of the local business community · Allow realtors to feel confident in communicating about efforts, processes and initiatives underway within the City of Farmington, School District 192, Dakota County Regional Chamber, and Farmington Business Association. BUDGET IMPACT There is no cost to the City of Farmington for coordinating and hosting the Realtor Information Day. ACTION REQUESTED This item is for informational purposes only; no action is requested at this time. Respectfully submitted, Tina Hansmeier Economic Development Specialist 75b City of Farmington 430 Third Street Farmington, Minnesota 651.280.6800 . Fax 651.280.6899 www.ci.fannington.mn.us TO: Economic Development Authority FROM: Peter J. Herlofsky, Jr., City Administrator SUBJECT: Minneapolis - St. Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership DATE: January 24, 2011 INTRODUCTION I DISCUSSION A group of 11 metro county economic development and private sector leaders have been meeting for several months to put together the operating protocols for a Regional Economic Development partnership. Ruthe Batulis, a member of the protocol development team, is seeking your input regarding the protocol document which is attached. Your input is very valuable and she will take your comments to their next meeting in early February. ACTION REQUESTED Please send your comments to my office, and we will forward them to Ruthe Batulis, Dakota County Regional Chamber, by January 31, 2011. Respectfully submitted, Peter J. Herlofsky, Jr. City Administrator Minneapolis - Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership (REDP) Operating Principles and Protocols Background: The MSP Regional Economic Development Partnership The REDP is a Private-Public Partnership (501 C3), funded by business, institutions, and government, whose mission is to stimulate economic growth and prosperity, and a resultant higher quality of life for all citizens of the Minneapolis - St. Paul Metropolitan Region (MSA). The efforts of the REDP, and the resulting investment and prosperity, will lessen the burden of government and contribute to a brighter future for all residents of the region. The overall responsibility of a successful regional economic development partnership is to coordinate the activities of the region's economic development partners by providing vision, strategy, resources, and staff support to link state and local governments and organizations involved with investment and job creation marketing and projects. There are four specific activities that the REDP will lead and/or partner with existing organizations to accomplish: Set a Strategic Vision · Develop the regional strategic vision for economic development · Define the tactical economic development agenda to guide resource prioritization Brand and Market the Region · Create regional brand to reflect strategic vision · Market the region's vision and brand internally to align regional stakeholders · Market the region to external site consultants, companies, and potential employers Retain Current Businesses in the Region · Conduct local business check-ups and solve company specific problems · Connect businesses to, and raise awareness of, state and local resources Attract Businesses to, and Expand Businesses in, the Region · Serve as main contact for site consultants and relocating businesses · Provide one-stop shop for regional data, permit processes, real estate information, etc. · Serve as project manager for local expansions and new attraction efforts · Connect companies with local resources and incentive programs 1lPage Document Purpose This document outlines the standard practices of the REDP staff and regional partners, comprised of public, private, and public-private economic development entities in the greater Minneapolis - Saint Paul region who represent or serve either a portion of, or all of, the Metropolitan Statistical Area. These principles attempt to articulate the basic commitments of the REDP staff and partner organizations. Together, these commitments represent the desired ethics and professional courtesies that will shape the business development practices of the combined partners - as they relate specifically to industrial and commercial (non- retail) economic development retention, recruitment and expansion. In support of these commitments, the following sections of the document establish the Operational Principles to be supported by each respective participant in the REDP. Attached to this document, as Appendix A, are more specific procedural protocols for the REDP. These procedural protocols provide further guidance to the REDP staff and partners regarding Project Vetting (lead generation and prospect conversion), Project Management, and Confidentiality Practices. The appendix is intended to be reviewed, updated regularly and modified as required by the Partner Advisory Council to ensure that the manner in which the organization is executing its responsibilities is most efficient and effective for all partners. Supplemental to this document, it is the intention of the REDP to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), which will establish any required protocols and procedures between REDP, including its regional partners, and DEED. Upon execution, the MOU will become Appendix B to this document. Participation in the REDP should be contingent on acceptance of these guidelines. Each economic development partner organization is asked to review, sign and abide by these principles to the absolute best of his or her organization's ability. Willful or repeated disregard for the principles and/or protocols by any party to the agreement will be addressed to the Partner Advisory Council for their consideration. REDP Staff's Commitment to Regional Partners and Communities: It is the responsibility of the REDP staff to execute the strategies and work plan established by the REDP Board of Directors. Its primary role is to be a value- added resource to all economic development organizations and activities in the region. In executing the retention, expansion, and attraction goals of the REDP, the REDP staff is committed to establishing and executing its role in complete 2JPage fairness to all regional partners, maintaining a "level playing field" at all times. The following paragraphs outline the concepts and principles that the REDP staff is committed to in executing their responsibilities: . Embrace a "One Region" philosophy o Always position the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region as a multi- county region. The REDP staff will be committed to locating and/or keeping prospects in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region and will work to ensure that marketing materials, documentation, and web sites seek to promote the entire area and its many advantages in an unbiased manner. o Be as inclusive as possible. REDP staff will start its engagement with a firm and/or its representatives by assuming that they are interested in the entire region and submit opportunities accordingly, unless directed otherwise. o Present data in a regional format whenever possible. The REDP staff will communicate the necessity of breaking out certain data items (e.g., tax rates or incentives) as needed or req uested. . Offer consistent project transparency to all partners o Using the principle of "more information is better than less," the REDP is committed to sharing among the regional partners as much information as is necessary and prudent on any activity or situation to allow for the best solutions to be identified and/or offered. Information about prospect projects will be shared with all regional partners even when their parts of the region may not be under consideration. The only exception to this situation is when the prospect company specifically prohibits this or the project was generated by a particular partner. . Respect the wishes of a prospect (assuming no conflict with operating protocol) o Acknowledge that all work done for a prospect is driven by the wishes of the company and its representatives, not the REDP staff or regional partners. o Respect and comply with requests for confidentiality from the prospect. . Balance regional role with respect and support for partner efforts o Partner generated lead: <include definition> o Respect the lead of any partner who develops a prospect. o In supporting Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) - managed prospects, the REDP's goal is to get the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region into contention. 3lPage o As a general practice, it is the REDP's intent to be an impartial observer in intra-regional relocations. In these instances, the REDP staff will always communicate early, openly and often with the regional partner(s) impacted by any potential loss. . Recognize, respect and support efforts of all partners o Work in partnership with the state and community partners to jointly announce all successes, taking special care to recognize all who played a part. o Treat all project-specific information gathered from various communities, counties or other partners as confidential and never share it with anyone other than the company o After a project has ended, REDP staff will always provide feedback to partners to promote continuous improvement for competitiveness regionally and globally. Regional Partners' Commitment to REDP Staff: Regional partners are comprised of the region's economic development organizations and units of government throughout the region who are investors and members in the REDP. In order for the REDP to function as a successful public-private partnership, regional partners must commit to work closely and collaboratively with the professional economic development staff of the REDP, led by the REDP CEO. The REDP staff should be considered a tremendous value-added resource to each regional partner, bringing resources and expertise to every economic development project where coordination and assistance is needed or warranted. The following paragraphs outline the concepts and principles that the regional partners are committed to in executing their responsibilities: . Embrace a "One Region" philosophy o Support the REDP staff to always position the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region as a multi-county region. Regional partners will be committed to locating and/or keeping prospects in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region. . Operate in a manner which is in line with partnership protocol o Recognize and respect the role of the REDP staff to coordinate regional marketing, economic development strategy, retention, expansion, and attraction prospects and projects within the region o Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the project management process insofar as possible, with the understanding that all projects will include a public element at some point in the process. 4lPage . Support regional objectives through showcasing of local resources o Be fully prepared to plan for, and participate in, visits by prospects and business sector leaders, media representatives, and other economic development professionals that visit the region. o Regional partners are encouraged to keep all site and building information for their area on the MetroMSP .org web site current as a way to help maximize the separate and combined efforts of all partners. Regional Partners' Commitment to Each Other: . Positive promotion of, and cooperation within, region in all instances o Acknowledge and understand that various communities or site/facility options within a region may be in competition for a particular project. o Regional Partners are encouraged not to disparage other partners or areas of the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region verbally, in marketing materials or in written communications. o Avoid proactively marketing to individual businesses in the region in a manner that overtly encourages intra-regional relocation unless it is in response to an inquiry by a business. o Share a mutual goal of locating prospects - expansions and new projects -- in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region over other alternative locations outside the region. . Respect confidentiality o Support all confidentiality agreements executed by REDP staff and other regional partners o Keep regional partners' matters and prospects within the group. Suggested Approach for Dealing with Inquiries from Existing Businesses within the Region (Piracy Policy): It is understood that industry relocations between communities and counties within the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region do not, in and of themselves, increase net regional wealth. Any gains associated with such relocations come at the expense of a partner community and/or county. Therefore, regional partners should not initiate contact for the purpose of business recruitment with an existing business located in the jurisdiction of another partner without permission, except in such cases where the existing business also maintains a presence within the initiating partner's jurisdiction (multiple facilities). The above paragraph notwithstanding, it is recognized that situations may arise where an existing business is contemplating an expansion or relocation, and due 5lPage to labor, transportation, real estate, or other factors, may elect to initiate contact with other states or communities - including other Minneapolis - Saint Paul region economic development organizations - as part of an internal site selection process. As such, regional partners should accept that one partner's retention client could, under the circumstances described above, legitimately become another partner's recruitment prospect. Therefore, a partner may respond to a request from a business located in another partner's jurisdiction, provided that the prospect is promptly advised that prior to providing assistance of any kind, the contacted partner will notify, only with permission from the company, the partner in the company's present jurisdiction that a company-initiated contact has occurred, . If such permission has been granted, the notifying partner is not obligated - and may not be permitted due to a written or verbal confidentiality agreement - to share project details beyond the company name, initiating contact person, and date that contact occurred. Following this notification, it is understood that each partner will respond independently as they deem appropriate, with no further obligation to communicate project status or the content of their community's proposal. In the event that the company objects to this notification, the contacted partner will 1) respect the company's request and keep all information related to the contact strictly confidential, and 2) may continue discussion/assistance until such time that the company will permit notification as described above. Insomuch as possible, a regional partner should notify another partner(s) prior to public announcements that have community impact. 6lPage We, REDP and our regional partners set forth the above guidelines and principles of behavior as a guide in our mutual efforts to promote the long-term health of the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region and its numerous individual communities. We fully realize that no Code of Ethics or operating principles are of value without an inherent level of trust in the integrity of one another and a commitment from each of us to conduct ourselves at the highest levels of professional courtesy and conduct. In that spirit, we sign our names in agreement. Endorsed by the Board of Directors of the REDP and signed by its Chairmen and CEO on the Day of , 2010. Chair, REDP CEO,REDP Signatures Representing Regional Partner organizations 7lPage APPENDIX A This appendix contains operational protocols which support and supplement the REDP Operating Principles and are intended to provide further guidance to the REDP staff and partners regarding procedural approaches to 1) Project Vetting (lead generation and prospect conversion), 2) Project Management, and 3) Confidentiality issues. This appendix is intended to be reviewed, updated regularly, and modified as required by the Partner Advisory Council to ensure that all required situations are addressed, and to allow the organization to execute its responsibilities in the most efficient and effective manner for all partners. REDP Staff I Reaional Partner Protocol 1. Project Vetting o If the REDP staff has resources available and is requested to assist a regional partner, the REDP staff will work exclusively on their behalf until the originating partner's community/area is eliminated from consideration. o If it is discovered that a prospect has simultaneously contacted the REDP and/or a regional partner, the REDP will work on the regional partner's behalf as per the client's wishes. o If the REDP staff is aware that two or more regional partners have been contacted by a company, and the company is in agreement, the REDP will disclose that information. If the company requires confidentiality, the REDP staff will abide by that request. o Regional partners will work to provide their organization's local information to ensure that regional marketing materials, documentation, and web sites seek to promote the entire area and its many advantages in an unbiased manner. o Respective regional partners will act as the local host for prospect visits in accordance with information/detail that the REDP staff has been able to provide. While the REDP staff may be in charge of setting up and executing a trip to the region by the company, the particular regional partner will be expected to be the particular expert/salesperson during their portion of a visit/tour. 2. Project Management 8lPage o REDP staff will be the central point of contact for project management for projects initiated through REDP, including coordination of site visits and state incentives. At such time as a prospect has narrowed its choice to a single option/community in the MSA, the REDP staff will seek to transition from being the primary point of contact in an appropriate professional manner to the key regional partner for the remainder of the decision- making process unless that is counter to the company's wishes. As long as locations outside of the MSA remain in serious contention, the REDP staff will remain an integral part of the team including serving as primary point of contact if appropriate or requested by the company. o REDP staff will provide prompt and timely communications with regional partners, in accordance with the protocols set forth within these operating principles and protocols. o If there are not multiple options identified within the region, the REDP staff will act as a support for the community or entity that is being reviewed. If only one location or entity is in contention, that partner should be the lead point of contact with DEED. o If contacted concerning an intra-regional move and no representation is made that the company may leave the region, the REDP staff will quickly extricate itself from direct involvement. If contacted about a potential relocation within the region, when a credible threat to leave the area entirely also exists, the REDP staff will remain involved in a manner that suits the particular situation. o Regional partners will respect the REDP staffs lead on projects the REDP generates, refraining from contacting a company or its representatives until requested to do so by the company or REDP staff. o In situations involving prospects from DEED, regional partners can elect to work with REDP staff to be part of a potential regional response, seek REDP staff advice and assistance (if resources are available) and/or submit its own response directly to DEED. If a partner elects the third option, the REDP staff asks that the partner simply alert REDP staff so that they can be aware that a partner's area may be in contention for a prospect. 3. Confidentiality o REDP staff will be responsible to ensure that proper confidentiality agreements and/or documentation are executed with regional prospects/projects. o REDP staff will coordinate with DEED on behalf of the region to ensure that confidentiality required with state-generated projects is communicated fully to regional partners. 9lPage o REDP staff will protect the confidentiality needs of regional partners to the maximum extent possible, and will request permission to share any local information deemed confidential by the regional partners. o Regional partners will adhere to the confidentiality requirements established by REDP prospects. o Regional partners will adhere to the confidentiality requirements passed to the REDP from DEED. Regional Partner I Regional Partner Protocol 1. Project Vetting o Regional partners shall jointly participate in lead generation activities with the REDP staff through tours, marketing missions, trade missions/shows, as well as other events sponsored by REDP. o If a partner cannot meet the needs of a prospect situation, the partner is encouraged to communicate with REDP staff and regional partners to try and satisfy the requirement elsewhere in the region. o Regional partners shall work together to provide their organization's local information to ensure that regional marketing materials, documentation, and web sites seek to promote the entire area and its many advantages in an unbiased manner. 2. Project Management o Regional Partners shall assist other regional partners in any way possible in pursuing projects, once the client company has selected a location, as the economic benefit to the region and surrounding communities through workforce development and subsequent community investments will be of importance to all communities in the region. 3. Confidentiality o There may be instances where some regional partners are involved in other geographic regions or states beyond the Minneapolis - Saint Paul region. Those partners shall keep all REDP matters (prospects and/or other sensitive issues) confidential. There may be cases where a prospect contacts other regions, but a partner should maintain a firewall as much 10lPage as possible between his or her competing economic development commitments. 11lPage ~O- Major Economic Development Activities January 2011 Prepared By: Tina Hansmeier Burger King (122 Elm Street) The broker representing the property has been in contact with staff. He's connected with a number of users and some have expressed an interest in the building. This property is for lease. Colleenies Beanies Daycare and Preschool Colleenies Daycare received their Certificate of Occupancy on December 3D, 2010. Dakota County CDA Senior Housing Complex - Vermillion River Crossings A preliminary permit has been received for the 66-unit senior housing complex. Gathering Hearts Center (104 Elm Street) The former location of the Farmington Community Church is now used for weddings and is available for other gatherings. The Gathering Hearts Center opened on December lih and six weddings have taken place since. Lillian's (Handbags, Accessories, Fashion) Lillian's is now located at 320 3rd Street and will be holding a grand re-opening celebration in February. Market on Oak The Market on Oak is now located at 331 3rd Street. The Market celebrated the opening of their new location on January 11, 2011. McVicker Lot The EDA now holds clear title to the McVicker property which is located between Gossips and the Farmington Steakhouse. Staff and the EDA's Realtor continue to work with the interested buyer of this property. Napa Auto (115 Elm Street) . Napa opened to the public on Thursday, January 13 in the former Mr. Movies location. Smiles for Life Dentistry (18400 Pilot Knob Road) Smiles for Life Dental saw their first patients on Monday, December 31st. This dental office is located in the former Pilot Knob - Anchor Bank location in the Ecklund Professional Building. Low-Interest Home Improvement Loans Available Does your home need some upgrading but you're not sure how to finance it? The Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) may be able to help. The CDA's Home Improvement Loan Program is available to assist low- and moderate-income homeowners with making repairs and improvements to their homes. Funds are commonly used for insulation, electrical and plumbing repairs, roof replacement, furnace replacement and special needs improvements. Loans can be up to $25,000 for single family and up to $5,000 for mobile homes. Zero percent, deferred loans are available for homeowners earning less than 50 percent of area median income and homeowners earning 50 to 80 percent of area median income can qualify for a 3 percent interest deferred loan. Mobile home loans are not charged interest. The loan features no monthly payments; however, it must be fully repaid at the time of sale or refinance. To qualify, applicants must own their home, have sufficient equity in the , property, a satisfactory credit history and a gross annual income that does not exceed specific limits as based on household size. Household 0% Interest 3% Interest Size Loan Loan 1 $29,400 $45,100 2 $33,600 $51,550 3 $37,800 $58,000 4 $42,000 $64,400 5 $45,400 $69,600 6 $48,750 $74,750 For more information or to request an application, contact the CDA's Home Rehab Loan Specialist Mark Hanson at (651) 675-4469 or visit www.dakotacda.or9. 9b Development News Recent Ribbon Cuttings More Shidor · 308 Third Street · 612-298-5241 Shidor owner, Michelle Overbey and her son Tegan, along with members of the community celebrated the opening of her second downtown store, More Shidor, on November 2. More Shidor sells gently used furniture and a variety of used books. Pictured: Tina Hansmeier and Mayor Larson hold the ribbon while Michelle Overbey prepares to cut the ribbon. Thrivent Financial · 20700 Chippendale Avenue · 651-463-1010 Thrivent Financial celebrated their opening with a ribbon cutting on November 4, at the Tamarack Ridge Retail Center. Pictured (L to R): Financial Associate, Mark Larson; Senior Financial Consultant, Grant Beyl; Financial Consultant, Joshua Malwitz; Assistant Financial Associate, Wayne Zarn; Financial Associate, Tom Kukkonen; Assistant Financial Associate, Duane Helm and Mayor Larson. New Businesses in 2010 The City of Farmington would like to welcome the new businesses that opened in 2010, and the existing businesses that have had a change in ownership. Alpacas at Devonshire Farms Boutique CSAH 50 Blondie's Tavern 20700 Chippendale Ave Celts Pub & Grill 200 Third Street Dunn Brothers Fab Weddings Reception Hall Farmington Efficiency Inn Groomingdale's Man Cave More Shidor ONG Auto Rising Stars Daycare & Preschool Specialty Turf & Ag Studio 305 3 \ ( 20700 Chippendale Avenue 104 Elm Street 20991 Chippendale Avenue 18450 Pilot Knob Road 18400 Pilot Knot Road 308 Oak Street 301 Pine Street 115 Elm Street 21130 Chippendale Avenue 305 Third Street Synergy Dance 945 Eighth Street The Hair Hut of Farmington 317 Fourth Street ThrivEmt Financial 20700 Chippendale Avenue Weng's Kitchen 115 Elm Street Thank you to ALL businesses for all you do in and for the City of Farmington. 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