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CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
October 11, 2022
6:00 P.M.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Members of the public may address items of concern not listed on the
agenda.)
CONSENT CALENDAR ]All Consent Calendar items are considered action items]
1) Approve minutes from the Urban Renewal Agency Regularly Scheduled Meeting held on
September 12, 2022;
OLD BUSINESS
1) ACTION ITEM: Consider request authorizing approval of a funding partnership as requested by
Destination Caldwell in the amount of $245,000 from the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency for the
implementation of the signage infrastructure project identified in the Downtown Caldwell
Wayfinding and Parking Signage Plan.
2) ACTIONITEM. Consider Resolution approving Development and Disposition Agreement (DDA)
with Aztec Development, Inc. for property located at Kimball & Arthur. Alternatively, consider
termination of negotiations with Aztec Development, Inc. and instruct staff to issue renewed
Request for Proposals pursuant to Idaho Code 50-2011 for Agency property at Kimball and Arthur.
3) Economic Development Activity Report from Steve Jenkins (September 2022).
4) Economic Development Activity Report from Ofelia Morales (September 2022).
NEW BUSINESS
1) Discussion concerning future development plans for the vacated parcel known as the Oh Avenue
Plaza located in Downtown Caldwell.
2) Discussion concerning Idaho Power's interest to partner with the Urban Renewal Agency to place
an option on a property for a future substation.
3) ACTION ITEM: Consider invoices for payment from the Urban Renewal Agency Treasurer:
VENDOR
AMOUNT
DESCRIPTION
City of Caldwell
$18,000.00
October Economic Development
Contributions
Hamilton, Michaelson, Hilty
Attorneys at Law
$ 6,500.00
September Attorney Services
deChase Development
$288,952.00
Creekside Mixed project Costs
Draw #6
ICRMP
$5,588.50
First Half Annual insurance Premiurr
TOTAL
4) ACTIONITEM. Consider invoices for ratification from the Urban Renewal Agency Treasurer:
VENDOR
AMOUNT
DESCRIPTION
deChase Development
$277,193.00
Creekside Mixed Project Costs
Draw #4
City of Caldwell
$158,754.15
3rd Avenue
Illinois HAWK Crossing
City of Caldwell
$422,009.37
Ustick Road Widening Project
City of Caldwell
$17,319.00
Ustick/ Indiana RAB Project
City of Caldwell
$17,534.77
Misc. Projects
City of Caldwell
$ 691.85
Operating Costs
Total
$924,307.85
5) Treasurer Report:
ACTION ITEM: Approve Monthly Cash Reconciliation Reports.
6) Attorney Report:
a) Update: 213, 215 & 217 S. Kimball
b) Update: 516 Main Street
c) Update: 510 Arthur Street
d) Update: Creekside Development at 71h & Main Street
7) Commissioner Reports
8) Chairman Report
9) Motion to adjourn
Date ofllie next Rezularly Scheduled Urban Renewal Agency Meeting: October 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Community
Room - Caldwell Police Station at 110 South Fifth Avenue. Any person needing special accommodations to participate
in the meeting should contact the Secretary to the Urban Renewal Agency at 411 Blaine Street or call #208-455-4656 prior
to the meeting. The entire agenda packet may be viewed on the City of Caldwell's
website: https://www.citvofcaldwell.orp-/vour-government/city-commissions-and-boards/urban-renewal-a2ency
Cualquier persona que necesita arreglos especiales para participar en la reuni6n debe comunicarse con el Secretario de ]a
Ciudad en 411 Blaine Street o Ilame al ft 455 a 4656 antes de ]a reuni6n.
CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
MINUTES
6:00 P.M.
October 11, 2022
(ROLL CALL)
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Caldwell Police
Department Community Room with Chairman Porter presiding.
The URA Secretary called the roll. Present: Commissioner Porter, Commissioner Doty, Commissioner Warwick,
Commissioner Moore, Commissioner Allgood and Commissioner Ramirez.
(CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION)
None.
(SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS)
None.
(PUBLIC COMMENTS)
None.
(CONSENT CALENDAR) JAM Consent Calendar items are considered action items]
1) Approve minutes from the Urban Renewal Agency Regularly Scheduled Meeting held on September 12, 2022.
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Allgood to approve the Consent Calendar as printed.
Roll call: Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Warwick, Moore, Allgood, Ramirez, Porter, and Doty. Those voting no:
none. Absent or not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS:
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER REQUEST AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF A FUNDING PARTNERSHIP AS
REQUESTED BY DESTINATION CALDWELL IN THE AMOUNT OF $245,000 FROM THE CALDWELL
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SIGNAGE INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECT IDENTIFIED IN THE DOWNTOWN CALDWELL WAYFINDING AND PARKING SIGNAGE
PLAN)
Sabrina Minshall of Destination Caldwell presented the request for funding. She noted that the request for funds were
about the implementation of the signage infrastructure project. She mentioned that Destination Caldwell (DC) was the
steward of the project, helping to get it through its transition; however, it was a project for all downtown. She added that
this project was meant to be in the public right of way, and was certainly intended to continue the energy that was happening
in the plaza.
Ms. Minshall stated that drivers, who are not familiar with the area, would be able to find downtown from the main entry
points. In addition, they would be able to park in both existing and future parking spaces. She mentioned it would encourage
the best utilization in the existing parking system. She also said, that in order to bridge the gap, the City was working on a
long term effort on how to create more parking, and continue the walking mentality.
Ms. Minshall reported that DC, in conjunction with the Administrative Improvement District Board (BID), had allocated
$55,000 towards the project. The BID Board felt it was important to be the first funding in on implementing this project.;
which was in addition to the money DC spent for the development of the master plan. She also added that on October 20,
Destination Caldwell would be speaking with City Council, specifically, about the roles and responsibilities on how the
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City and Destination Caldwell were going to engage in the implementation. She indicated, the cost for this project would
decrease with the City's ability to install poles and help with other needs. She said that in roundtable conversations, it was
determined the best, and most cost effective way for this project, would be to do the funding all at once. She noted there
would be approximately 20% in mobilization costs; however, it absolutely could be done and it would be most impactful
to the public.
Commissioner Allgood inquired as to the amount of the request.
Ms. Minshall confirmed that the total amount would be $300,000. The Downtown Business Improvement District has
allocated $55,000 toward the project. The request for a contribution from the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency would be
$245,000.
Commissioner Allgood inquired if the request has been brought forward to the City of Caldwell for monetary assistance.
Mr. Minshall responded that a continued conversation with City Council would be dependent on the amount approved by
the Caldwell URA. In conversations with the Public Works Director, the City of Caldwell has been responsive to procuring
and installing the poles.
Brent Orton, City of Caldwell Public Works Director, concurred with remarks from Ms. Minshall.
Rachelle Castleberry, Treasurer, reported that she was anticipating additional funding in connection with the bond revenue
in an estimated amount of $1 million in excess funds. Current URA projects are being reviewed now for financial
coverage.
Commissioner Doty expressed his support for the project but noted his concerns due to potential budget constraints of the
Urban Renewal Agency.
It was determined that this item be continued to the next Regularly Scheduled Urban Renewal Agency meeting to be held
on November 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. for further consideration pursuant to an up-to-date report as provided by the URA
Treasurer for project allocations versus potential excess revenue for this request.
ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER RESOLUTION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AND DISPOSITION
AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH AZTEC DEVELOPMENT, INC. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT KIMBALL &
ARTHUR. ALTERNATIVELY, CONSIDER TERMINATION OF NEGOTIATIONS WITH AZTEC
DEVELOPMENT, INC. AND INSTRUCT STAFF TO ISSUE RENEWED REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
PURSUANT TO IDAHO CODE 50-2011 FOR AGENCY PROPERTY AT KIMBALL AND ARTHUR.
Mark Hilty noted that Aztec Development, Inc. was now working with Anne Kunkel, Attorney at Law, regarding legal
review of documents for this project. Ms. Kunkel has been in communication with Mr. Hilty regarding the legal review.
Ms. Kunkel has indicated that the DDA review was near completion and that project would be under contract by November
14, 2022, which would allow the project to move forward to closing by January 2023. The DDA would address parking
issues.
Mr. Hilty provided conceptual drawings, which were recently forwarded to him by the developer's architect.
In response to questions from Commissioner Doty, Mr. Hilty reported that if the project does not move forward as planned,
the project would revert back to the City of Caldwell for disposition.
In response to questions from Commissioner Allgood, Mr., Hilty concurred that the adjoining parcel purchased by Mr.
Sanga would not be included in the reversion to the City of Caldwell.
In response to questions from Chairman Porter, Brent Orton provided an update report on surrounding right-of-way
improvements, which could be outlined within the DDA.
Mr. Hilty reported that he would communicate with Ms. Kunkel concerning the public project portion of the DDA. Mr.
Orton expressed his support of URA allocated funding towards alleyway improvements in association with the public
project portion of the DDA.
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Moore to table this agenda item to the next Urban Renewal Agency to be held on
November 14, 2022.
MOTION CARRIED
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(ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY REPORT FROM STEVE JENKINS [SEPTEMBER 20221)
Current Projects
Miscellaneous Updates:
Project Eastern Avenue: National fast casual operator visited Caldwell a couple of weeks ago. They are searching for
locations in east Caldwell and have been in discussions with local developers for leasable options. We've been providing
information on rooftops and jobs to help them further assess the community.
Federated Ordinance: preparing to move employees into the building. Plans are underway to start production and
ultimately phase into a more full-fledged operation.
Project NY. Working with a developer that was proposing an upscale venue for downtown Caldwell and/or the
Sunnyslope Wine region. Focused on production within the venue that would help create a relaxing environment for
patrons.
Phelan Development: Plans are underway to develop a 4 building speculative industrial project. Their hope is to
commence construction by the end of the year.
Project Hard: Big box retailer seeking property in east Caldwell. They have been evaluating the community for a couple
of years and are ready to move plans forward.
Project McCall: Large sports venue is investigating the opportunity to locate in Caldwell to be a regional hub for their
operation. We are looking at sites across Caldwell.
Working closely with development on 40 acre Chicago street property. They are considering two large industrial buildings
on -site, which would continue revitalizing the area.
Scannell Development: Scannell's first project in the state of Idaho would be on 23.26 acres for a speculative mixed -use
industrial and retail project. It plans to develop an 80k sf industrial building and an I I8,750sf building at 315 2 43RD Ave.
There would also be a 4.6 acre retail pad on the Boulevard frontage.
LPC West continues to make progress on their property... They would be closing soon on the 23 acre site.
North Caldwell URA:
Project Energize: interested in a large property in north Caldwell. This food processor would be a great addition to the
new URA area. We are following up with requested information for utilities.
Project 26: continue working with the developers on a large site in north Caldwell. This is a speculative industrial project
with multiple large buildings.
Project Beehive: had a great site visit with this group recently. They have property under contract in north Caldwell and
are working towards developing the site. They would like to get plans underway by spring of 2023.
Project PN W: Had a great site visit with project representatives. Plans are moving in the right direction for this large scale
company.
Project Grizzly: Commercial sales user that was working closely with our team to two sites in north Caldwell. They are
in close contact as plans move ahead.
Project Imagine: Continue working with Project Imagine on plans to develop in north Caldwell.
Project 600: Continue pushing things along. They are hoping to commence development in Q2 2023.
12-acre site is under contract with a residential developer. We are working on a plan to help ensure development aligns
with zoning preferences in the area.
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Annexation discussions have been occurring with property owners in north Caldwell. Outlook for annexation to occur
soon is bright.
Commissioner Moore questioned Mr. Jenkins about future economic development in the community. Mr. Jenkins
reported that he senses a continued positive outlook.
In response to questions from Commissioner Allgood, Mr. Jenkins reported that Scannell Development would be moving
forward with connection to Ustick.
Downtown Updates:
510 Arthur RFP has been disseminated. The due date is Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 5pm.
(ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY REPORT FROM OFELIA MORALES ISEPTEMBER 20221)
Downtown Updates:
Project Care (Update): This business is looking to offer services to parents that is currently not available in Canyon
County. A few spaces have been identify. Space is under contract within walking distance of our downtown.
Project Office 1.0: Working with individual to find suitable space for his business, seeking more than I K square feet of
space.
Project Couch: Well established local business out of Ada County that is seeking to open a second location. We currently
do not have this type of business in our downtown.
Project Sugar: Well Established business in Canyon County is seeking to open a new concept in downtown Caldwell.
Project Nation: Local business that is seeking additional space, 3K-5K SF
Project Bird: Local retail business that is looking at downtown space, provided some options.
Project Craft: Local retail business seeking to expand, seeking 1500K SF in downtown Caldwell.
Business updates:
Four buildings in our downtown have sold. We would keep you posted on the new businesses going in as we get the okay
from the new owners.
Comfort Air Heating and Cooling was purchased and the new owner is looking to open a bike shop, similar to other
bicycle shops in operation within Boise and Nampa.
Business opening in September:
Craft Lounge, 801 Everett St, would be opening on October 31, 2022.
NEW BUSINESS
(DISCUSSION CONCERNING FUTURE DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR THE VACATED PARCEL KNOWN
AS THE 6T" AVENUE PLAZA LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN CALDWELL)
Mr. Jenkins reported that the vacation request for the 6" Avenue Plaza has been approved by the City of Caldwell for the
purpose of future development. He noted that the site is currently eligible for transfer to the Caldwell Urban Renewal
Agency by the City of Caldwell for a potential Request for Proposals.
In response to questions from Chairman Porter, Mr. Orton reported that the site was originally designed as a portion of
611 Avenue prior to grant funds being sought for construction of a plaza at the site. No remediation was conducted when
the improvements were constructed since it was previously public right-of-way.
Ms. Warwick commented that the site might be needed as open space rather than an in -fill project.
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Mr. Jenkins reported that there have been discussion held to place the parcel on the tax roll by offering development of
the site.
(DISCUSSION CONCERNING IDAHO POWER'S INTEREST TO PARTNER WITH THE URBAN
RENEWAL AGENCY TO PLACE AN OPTION ON A PROPERTY FOR A FUTURE SUBSTATION)
Mr. Jenkins provided an update report concerning the various projects accomplished through a utility infrastructure plan
at North Ranch and Sky Ranch involving Idaho Power. Studies has been conducted in relation to future development in
the North Caldwell area and the need for a power substation in order to accommodate the projected growth.
A representative from Idaho Power reported on research conducted due to interest in the North Caldwell area from Project
Imagine and other significant companies. A site has been identified for a potential substation within the surrounding area.
A letter of intent would be extended to the property owner once a $10,000 deposit from the Caldwell Urban Renewal
Agency is provided to activate the letter of intent.
In response to questions from Commissioner Allgood, it was noted that the deposit would be effective for the subject site
for approximately one year. He noted that typically the user purchases the property. Due to restrictions by the Idaho
Public Utilities Commission, Idaho Power is not allowed to expend funds on new substation development.
Mr. Porter indicated his support for facilitating the need for power at the site.
Rachelle Castleberry reported that incremental funds would be forthcoming in December for the newly formed North
Caldwell Re -allocation Area; which could cover the $10,000 expenditure.
Mr. Hilty stated that the next step would be for Idaho Power to move forward with placing an option on the parcel. An
agreement would be ready for consideration at the next URA meeting to be held on November 14, 2022.
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE INVOICES FOR PAYMENT AS PRESENTED BY THE
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY TREASURER)
VENDOR
AMOUNT
DESCRIPTION
City of Caldwell
$18,000.00
October Economic Development Contribute
Hamilton, Michaelson, Hilty Attorneys at Law
$ 6,500.00
September Attorney Services
deChase Development
$288,952.00
Creekside Mixed project Costs
Draw #6
ICRMP
$5,588.50
First Half Annual insurance Premium
TOTAL
$324,629.00
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Moore to approve the invoices for payment as presented.
Roll call: Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Warwick, Moore, Allgood, Porter, Ramirez, and Doty. Those voting no:
none. Absent or not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER INVOICES FOR RATIFICATION FROM THE URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
TREASURER)
VENDOR
AMOUNT
DESCRIPTION
deChase Development
$277,193.00
Creekside Mixed Project Costs
Draw #4
City of Caldwell
$158,754.15
3' Avenue
Illinois HAWK Crossing
City of Caldwell
$422,009.37
Ustick Road Widening Project
City of Caldwell
$17,319.00
Ustick/ Indiana RAB Project
City of Caldwell
$17,534.77
Misc. Projects
City of Caldwell
$ 691.85
Oeerating Costs
Total
$924,307.85
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Moore to approve the invoices for ratification as presented.
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Roll call: Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Warwick, Moore, Allgood, Ramirez, Porter, and Doty. Those voting no:
none. Absent or not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
(ACTION ITEM: TREASURER'S REPORT)
MONTHL Y CASH RECONCILIA TION REPORT
Rachelle Castleberry, Interim URA Treasurer, provided the report.
MOVED by Ramirez, SECONDED by Allgood to approve the monthly cash reconciliation report as presented by Ms.
Castleberry.
Roll call: Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Ramirez, Porter, Doty, Warwick, Moore, and Allgood. Those voting no:
none. Absent or not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
Banner Bank TOTAL $12,313,636.14
LGIP $ 746,012.01
Banner Bank, CD $ -------------
Banner Bank Operating Account $ 11,567,624.13
Restricted TOTAL $7,798,376.05
Restricted - Projects $ 7,551,344.57
Restricted - URA TVCC $ -------------
Restricted - URA .lob Creation $ 247,031.48
(ATTORNEY'S REPORT)
a) Update: 213, 215 & 217 Kimball Properties
Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney, reported that RRC Constructors was the successful bidder. He had a conversation
with Steve Jenkins and was informed the developer is working on site plans for the project. Mr. Hilty will reach
out to them to make sure they are not waiting for the final site plans before they negotiate the DBA.
b) Update: 516 Main Street
Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney, reported that Amano was the successful bidder. He mentioned that the developer
(Restaurant Tours) would need some assistance. The developer and their attorney understand that everything
would need to be approved by the urban Renewal Agency by December 2022.
c) Update: 510 Arthur Street
Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney, reported that the RFP was distributed with a component that indicated the purchase
price for the property would be considered.
d) Update Report: Creekside Development
Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney, reported that the project is moving forward successfully.
e) Payment ofDelinauent Payment by the Canyon Count
Mr. Hilty, Agency Attorney, reported that he was contacted by an attorney from North Idaho asking if the Caldwell
Urban Renewal Agency had experienced any situations from Canyon County concerning the receipt of delinquent
payments for URA increment. In checking with Canyon County (Zach Wagoner), Rachelle Castleberry was told
that if there were delinquent URA payments resulting from penalties - such revenue was held by Canyon County.
Mr. Hilty noted that a legal analysis will be conducted regarding this information pursuant to Idaho Statute.
f) Brent Orton reported on communication received from Idaho DEQ regarding Brownsfield testing on the Mussel
Development and the 516 Main Street. He noted that DEQ stated the consultant review was completed on October
5" for both properties. There is a required 30-day waiting period after DEQ finalized the paperwork. Borings
would be conducted after the 30-day period.
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(COMMISSIONER REPORTS)
Commissioner Warwick expressed her appreciation to the Economic Development staff for their ongoing success in
attracting new businesses to the City of Caldwell.
Commissioner Doty requested a list of developers who owe the URA for obligations stated within contractual
agreements. He recommended that such a report be provided by staff at the next Regularly Scheduled URA Meeting to
be held on November 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. He noted that the information should include the name of the
company/amount owing/due date for the obligation.
(CHAIRMAN REPORT)
None.
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Doty to adjourn at 7:24 p.m.
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