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CITY OF NEW HOPE
4401 XYLON AVENUE NORTH
NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA 55428
Approved EDA Minutes August 28, 2000
Regular Meeting City Hall
CALL TO ORDER
President Enck called the meeting of the Economic Development Authority to order
at 8:08 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: W. Peter Enck, President
Sharon Cassen, Commissioner
Don Collier, Commissioner
Pat LaVine Norby, Commissioner
Mark Thompson, Commissioner
APPROVE MINUTES
Motion was made by Commissioner Norby, seconded by Commissioner Thompson,
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2000
. All present voted
in favor. Motion carried.
FUNDING President Enck introduced for discussion Item 4, Discussion Regarding
ASSISTANCE Correspondence/Funding Assistance Request Received From L’Esperance Owners
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Item 4 Association, 7924-8020 51 Avenue North.
Mr. Kirk McDonald, Director of Community Development, explained that the
L’Esperance Owners Association contacted the City to request funding assistance to
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make needed improvements to their properties at 7924-8020 51 Avenue North.
There are two buildings containing a total of twelve units. The buildings were
constructed in 1962 and are noted in the Comprehensive Plan for declining building
and site conditions. Over the past year representatives of the Association have been
discussing with staff the methods of financing the improvements. The Association is
seeking to undertake the same type of Housing Improvement Area as was done by
Sandpiper Cove Townhomes. The improvements would include new roofs, gutters
and downspouts, windows, doors, drain tile, and parking lot improvements for an
approximate cost of $125,000.
Mr. McDonald stated if the EDA is receptive to the project, staff recommends that
the City inspectors review the properties to determine if other improvements should
be included in the project. The Association has indicated that they would be willing
to incorporate additional improvements if necessary.
He noted there are a variety of funding programs available for the rehabilitation of
single family homes and apartments, but funding mechanisms are scarce for the
rehabilitation of owner-occupied multiple family units, such as townhomes and
condominiums. Creation of a “housing improvement area” may be the most suitable
program for this project.
Ms. Rita Kolodjski, President of L’Esperance Owners Association, was recognized.
She stated the association has been discussing the improvements for over a year and
there is unanimous agreement.
President Enck initiated discussion regarding inclusion of the property to the east.
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It was noted that the property recently changed ownership and the owner may be
interested in a cooperative project.
Mr. Steve Sondrall, City Attorney, pointed out that if the property to the east is a
rental property it may not qualify for this funding mechanism. He indicated he
would research the issue.
Commissioner Collier encouraged staff to contact the property owner to the east and
perhaps offer a different funding option.
Commissioner Thompson asked if the lighting would be improved. Mr. McDonald
responded that improved parking lot lighting is included in the plan.
Commissioner Cassen suggested the Association consider a reconfiguration of the
parking lot.
The EDA expressed support and directed staff to proceed with the project for the
L’Esperance Owners Association.
ADJOURNMENT
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Motion was made by Commissioner Norby, seconded by Commissioner Cassen,
adjourn the meeting
. All present voted in favor. Motion carried. The New Hope
EDA adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie Leone
City Clerk
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