Agenda - Economic Development Authority - 03/12/2020

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Economic Development Manager Sullivan commented that area did provide greater flexibility in those proposed projects. Deputy City Administrator Gladhill stated that this was the third purchase agreement that has been seen on this site. He stated that two of the agreements were multi -tenant spaces that could have adjusted to seven acres. He stated that seven acres would be provide a marketable site. Public Works Superintendent Riemer commented that final design should be ready by September, with preliminary plans to be developed in April. He noted that the additional space would provide flexibility during the design process for the new public works facility but may not ultimately be needed. Deputy City Administrator Gladhill explained that this flexibility will allow the architects to review the possible reuse of the existing buildings as an option. Chairperson Steffen asked if it is possible that the current site would no longer be needed and would become available. Public Works Superintendent Riemer commented that the plan, at minimum, would be to reuse those buildings as storage for police and public works. Member Cords referenced the existing public works buildings and asked for input on the condition of those buildings. Public Works Superintendent Riemer commented that those buildings would most likely require some investment. He explained that the buildings were brought onsite prior to the existing building code and therefore any change in use would require investment in the buildings to bring them up to date. He noted the reuse of the buildings would be in the final phase and could be done further in the future with more of a focus on the new public works facility at this time. He confirmed that the only investment in those buildings would be the cost to bring the buildings up to the current building code. He provided the timeline for the project, estimating that footings would be put in place this fall with the move in occurring in early 2022. Motion by Member Kuzma, seconded by Member Burandt, to recommend to City Council to list the northern seven acres for economic development purposes as recommended by staff. Further discussion: Member Cords asked if there are any building code or zoning limitations that are limiting the City's ability to sell the land, or whether it is simply a condition of the market. Economic Development Manager Sullivan commented that unfortunately the past buyer was simply unable to move forward. He stated that the site has obtained Minnesota Shovel Ready Certification. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Steffen, Members Kuzma, Burandt, Cords, and Riley. Voting No: None. Absent: Member Hardin. Economic Development Authority/ February 13, 2020 Page 3 of 6