01-19-1981CITY OF RICHFIELD
HOUSING AND REIDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
January 19, 1981
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Richfield met in
' regular session in the council chambers of the city hall on Monday, January 19,
1981, at 7:30 p.. m.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Harms at 7:45 p.m.
1. Minutes
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Helmberger that the. minutes of the December 15,
1980 regular meeting be approved as submitted.
All ayes - Carried.
2. Swearing in of Housing and Redevelopment Authority Commissioner Juanita
Collins
Administrative Services Director Joyce L. Wilde administered the oath of
office to newly appointed Commissioner Juanita Collins--
3. Election of HRA Officers
In accordance with the bylaws of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
of Richf~.eld election of officers for the year 1981 was held at the annual meeting.
Motion by Freeman to nominate Thomas Harms to serve in the capacity of
Chairman of the Authority.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Collins to nominate Joan Helmberger to the office of Vice Chairman.
A11 ayes - Carried.
Motion by Helmberger to nominate Michael Freeman to the office of Secretary.
A11 ayes - Carried..
4. Resolution Designating Official Depository
Executive Director Nollenberger recommended that the HRA adopt the
resolution designating the official depository .for-1981 for the HRA.
HRA Meeting Minutes -2- January 19, 1981
Motion by Helmberger, seconded by Freeman that the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 157
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE SUMMIT STATE BANK A DEPOSITORY OF
FUNDS OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF RICHFIELD
FOR THE YEAR 1981 AND APPROVING COLLATERAL
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Freeman,. Helmberger, Ludeman, Harms. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 157 in Resolution Book No. 2.
5. Development of Godfather Block
Executive Director Nollenberger described the status of the study rega-rding
development of the Godfather Block. He indicated that land use controls are
necessary to insure that integrated development of the area take place, such as
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that indicated by the L/H/N redevelopment plan. These include fixture appraisals,
time and effort studies, discussion with potential developers and inventorying and
valuation of existing properties. The staff is undertaking these studies now and
will be reporting back to the HRA in the spring.
6. Establishment of Just Compensation and Authorization .to Purchase Property
at 721 Graham Avenue
Executive Director Nollenberger presented a recommendation that the HRA
adopt a resolution establishing just compensation and authorizing the purchase
of property at 721 Graham Avenue.
Lawrence Wozniczka,_ 6744 Wentworth, asked if the-HRA would have fo pay
rental adjustment benefits to its tenants when moving them out.
The HRA reiterated its concerns. with the high relocation cost liability
incurred with this purchase.
Motion by. Ludeman, seconded by Helmberger that the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
HRA Meeting Minutes
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RESOLUTION N0. 158
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT TO
BORROW MONEY FROM THE L/H/N SPECIAL REVENUE
CAPITAL FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
(721 Graham)
January 19, 1981
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Freeman, Helmberger, Ludeman, Harms. Nays - None.
Carried. This. resolution app-ears as Resolution No. 158 in Resolution Book No. 2.
7.. Purchase of Real Property at 727 Graham Avenue (Not on Agenda)
Executive Director Nollenberger presented a recommendation that the HRA adapt
a resolution authorizing the purchase of property at 727 Graham Avenue for $68,000.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Collins that the following resolution be
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adopted; that i:t be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 159
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF A CONTRACT TO BORROW MONEY
FROM THE L/H/N SPECLAh REVENUE
CAPITAL FUND FOR THE PURCHASE
OF REAL PROPERTY AT 727 GRAHAM AVENUE
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Freeman, Helmberger, Ludeman, Harms. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 159 in Resolution Book No. 2.
8. Acquisition of Clark Station Property, 220 W. 66th Street
Executive Director Nollenberger presented information regarding results of
the staff analysis of purchase of property at 220 W. 66th Street (former Clark
Gas site). He noted that this property has not been identified for HRA purchase
and if the HRA wishes to acquire it, it will be neces-sorry to amend the development
plan and request the Planning-Commission to make a determination regarding
conformance of the proposed purchase with the Comprehensive Plan.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins that.the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and-that it be made a part of
these minutes:
HRA Meeting Minutes -4- January 19, 1981 -_
' RESOLUTION N0. 160 -
RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA, APPROVING MODIFICATION N0. 2 -- -
IN THE LYNDALE-HUB-NZCOLLET COMMERCIAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Poll of votes.: Ayes - Collins, Freeman, Helmberger, Ludeman, Harms. Nays - Nona. "
Carried. This. resolution appears as Resolution No. 160 in Resolution Book No. 2.
9. Claims and Payrolls
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins. that- the following claims and payrolls
be approved: - -
SUMMIT STATE BANK
Checks 3668/5575 $269,623.18
All ayes - Carried.
10. Not on Agenda - .,
-Executive Director Nollenberger gave a status report regarding proposed
redevelopment of the Lyndale Garden Center site. He recommended that the HRA set
a special meeting for~Eebruary 2, 1981 to review this matter. The Commission
agreed to meet at that date. He also presented a status report regarding `the
Richfield State Agency project. Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, asked
regarding valuation of the proposed Lyndale Garden Center development..
11. Adjournment -
Motion by Collins, seconded by Freeman that the meeting adjourn.
All ayes - Carried;,. Time: 9:12 p4 m; -
Date Approved.: - February 2, 1981
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Michael'0. Freeman Secretary
rnomas ~. Harms.
t~nairman