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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-10-07 URA MINUTES g REGULAR MEETING CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCV OCTOBER 7,2014 12:00 P.M. The regularly scheduled meeting of the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency convened at 12:02 p.m. on October 7, 2014 in the Caldwell Police Department Community Room with Chairman Hopper presiding. Roll was called by the secretary. Present: Chairman Rob Hopper, Commissioner Dennis Callsen, Commissioner Mike Pollard,Commissioner Terrence Biggers,Commissioner Jim Blacker,and Commissioner Shannon Ozuna. Staff Present: Mayor Nancolas, Steve Fultz, ElJay Waite,and Maren Ericson. (APPROVE AGENDA) MOVED by Pollard, SECONDED by Blacker to approve the agenda as printed. MOTION CARRIED SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jay Matson, owner of the Simply Stylin' Salon located at 210 South Kimball, requested use of the building owned by the Urban Renewal Agency at 217 S. Kimball for an eatery. He reported that he has spoken with the administration at the TVCC administration (who currently holds the lease on the building with URA). He noted that the building is not readily used at this time by the Caldwell TVCC campus. He noted that it is his desire to hire approximately seven or eight employees within the eatery. The location of the facility is a turning point for additional trade to the downtown businesses. There is a need to an eatery to remain open in the evenings especially during the Winter Wonderland event. In response to questions from Commissioner Callsen, Mr. Matson stated that he would possibly consider purchasing the building at a later time as the business is established. The Mayor commented concerning the highest and best use of the building with it being a great location to incubate a new business. The agreement could consider a reasonable lease rate with a portion going towards the purchase ol' the building. In response to questions from Commissioner Biggers, Mr. Matson stated that he has owned two separate restaurants in the past and now is the owner of the Simply Stylin' Salon where they have seen the business new triple in size under his ownership. He has already communicated with area wineries concerning a partnership for the eatery. lie expressed his desire to see economic growth within the downtown. In response to questions from Commissioner Biggers, Mr. Matson reported that he has already set up a"round table" session with City staff. He would base his business plan upon the results of that meeting and review of the building. He would work to provide a business plan after meeting with City staff. . Chairman Hopper concluded by stating the Mr. Matson could obtain a key to the building from the City Clerk. Mr. Matson should work closely with Mr. Waite concerning this matter. A special meeting of the URA would be called if necessary to expedite this matter. CONSENT CALENDAR: l} Approve minutes from the 2104 Urban Renewal Agency Regularly Scheduled Meeting held on September 2, 2017 and special Urban Renewal Special Called Meetings held on September 9,2014 and September 16, 2014; 2) Approve the proposed calendar for the 2015 Urban Renewal Agency Regularly Scheduled Meetings. MOVED by Callsen,SECONDED by Blacker to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. PAGE 1 OF 5 t ROLL CALL Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Callsen, Pollard, Biggers, Blacker, and Ozuna. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED OLD BUSINESS: (CALDWELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY REPORT PROVIDED BY STEVE FULTZ: HIGHLIGHTS FOR AUGUST 2014) Project I-Way/Aspen: Continue working with business and developer...site plan revised and reviewed Project Sanus: BVEP lead, additional information submitted...project status: active, site visit to their facility on 10-6-2014. Project Driver: BVEP lead 50+acres for advanced manufacturer. Provided site information in June...no activity in August but considered active. Project Ship: new project . . . Fortune 100 shipping and distribution company. Build-to-suit on 20-25 acres, adjacent or near freeway as they will have a lot of truck traffic. (200,000 SF + building). Not near residential, zoned industrial. Submitted Sky Ranch site along with several other sites in Caldwell outside of the URD. Project White: Awaiting final announcement(new owner of building/site to close in early October). Project Truck: project still active for site in Caldwell, but outside of the UR district . . . could announce within 15 days. Project Momentum: new project based in Florida...company looking at purchasing business in Idaho(outside of Caldwell) and expanding the business in Caldwell (working with local businesses in developing partnerships — hoping to close on the business in October,2104.) Project Chinook: BVEP/Cushman Wakefield...site visit to the Treasure Valley in August, additional information submitted...received notice of a potential 2nd site visit in October. Project Iceberg: Older project back for consideration. Continue discussion with developer and land owner for potential site in Sky Ranch—potential TI F for incentive for project. Project Pipe: new project, company based in New York, looking for western presence. Site visit with one of the owners to discuss FTZ—corporate still considering sites in the west—Caldwell still in consideration. Project Goat: business expansion and potential location...current locations in SLC and the Seattle area, potential relocation to Caldwell in 2014. Project Bunny: Considering warehousing/distribution site in Caldwell—site visit in late September. Other Activities Caldwell marketing piece for insert into BVEP packet. Negotiate opportunity for Dillon Property and Norman Property. (DISCUSS THE DEMOLITION OF KING'S SITE ASPHALT REMOVAL) Discussion was held concerning the possibility of keeping the asphalt parking lot intact for additional parking to the downtown area. Commissioner Pollard reported that he has observed several of the local businesses using the parking lot. He noted that the Winter Wonderland event could easily use the asphalt surface as well. He recommended that the commissioners not rush into demolishing the asphalt at this point. Commissioner Blacker agreed with comments from Commissioner Pollard. PAGE 2 OF 5 The Mayor commented that if the site was to be improved, it would need to meet current code standards. However, if it is not changed or disturbed at this point, there would be no problem with allowing it to be used at temporary parking until a design has been determined. John McGee,chairman of the Downtown Caldwell Organization,stated that the design of the site is still pending. Chairman Hopper stated that it appears that the site is safe since the demolition of the old King's building. It was agreed to let the asphalt remain at this point and be used as overflow parking to the downtown. (REPORT FROM JOHN MCGEE OF THE DOWNTOWN CALDWELL ORGANIZATION) Mr. McGee, 2607 Aspens Falls Avenue, provided a report of the Downtown Caldwell Organization over the past several weeks. He reported that an initial draft design of the downtown plaza should be available within the next thirty days. He noted that comments have been made concerning interim steps that can be taken such as research with Idaho Power about the need to bury power lines and soil samples that should be taken at the site. He noted that it is the desire of the Downtown Caldwell Organization to compile complete design specifications in order to help inform the Urban Renewal Commissioners concerning future plans for the site. i Citizens from the community have provided the DCO with some strong recommendations concerning revitalization of the downtown area beyond the plaza project. He expressed the need to meet with the City Attorney to review some of the recommendations for alignment with City and State statutes before reporting them to the URA Commissioners. Mr. McGee reported that he also serves as part of the"Branding Committee" which is trying to partner as well with the Destination Caldwell group. Mr. McGee reported that he has had conversations already with City Engineering Department staff in setting up an appointment with Idaho Power about the power lines. The DCO will continue to work with City staff and bring forth needed information to the URA Commissioners. In response to questions from Commissioner Biggers, Mr. McGee stated that Sherry McKibben is a member of the Downtown Caldwell Organization and is a land-use planner assisting with development aspects for the committee. Mr. McGee confirmed that there has not been an official RFP for the plaza beyond what will be provided by Roger Brooks& Associates at this time. He explained that as part of the contract with Roger Brooks & Associates, their firm would provide the initial conceptual drawings of the downtown plaza. Those drawings will then be presented to the URA Commissioners for their review before any further steps are taken. If approved, an RFP will then be sought for detailed construction plans for the plaza. In response to questions from Chairman Hopper, Mr. McGee reported that some of the downtown building owners have expressed commitment to the project. A list of all the downtown building owners has now been compiled with the intent of personal contact being made with each owner. The DCO has consulted with Phillip Kushlan concerning how building owners were approached in Downtown Boise during its redevelopment stage. No systematic approach has been made at this point but a coordinated effort is being planned by the DCO members. NEW BUSINESS: (CONSIDER REQUEST FROM KEN WIEN REGARDING THE USE OF 217 KIMBALL AVENUE DURING THE WINTER WONDERLAND SEASON IN DOWNTOWN CALDWELL) Debbie Geyer reported that interest had been expressed by Mr. Wien for the building to be made available to the "Crafts for a Cause"group as well as other vendors during the Winter Wonderland timeframe. Discussion was held concerning the highest and best use of the building. It was suggested that another site be sought for the craft group, if needed. Chairman Hopper recommended that the decision be delayed at this point until the URA Commissioners receive further information from Mr. Matson and his proposed use of the building as an eatery. PAGE 3 OF 5 r � (CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2014-5 AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4909 E. LINDEN STREET) EIJay Waite,411 Blaine Street,provided the staff report noting that the purchase agreement for the Dillon property near the Caldwell Airport amounts to$201,770 and includes nearly four(4)acres of land. The purchase is subject to a Medicare release. If authorized by the URA Commissioners, the purchase will be executed later within the month. Chairman Hopper read Resolution 2014-5 by title only: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS KNOWN AS 4909 E. LINDEN STREET. MOVED by Pollard, SECONDED by Blacker to approve Resolution No.2014-5 as presented. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Pollard, Biggers, Blacker, Ozuna, and Callsen. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING 1TIF1 AGREEMENT WITH THE EISENBERG COMPANY) Chairman Hopper referenced the document previously provided to each of the URA Commissioners. He explained that various changes have been made to the document as reviewed by both parties. Maren Ericson of Hamilton, Michaelson & Hilty, 1303 12'h Avenue Road, Nampa, provided the staff report and outlined its contents. Chairman Hopper clarified that there is no obligation beyond the l ife of the TI F Agreement. The Mayor explained that the intent of the TIF incentive program would be to spur development within the subject area. It is the hope that as one development takes place; a domino effect follows for additional investments. The retail investment would assist the neighboring industrial park for employees seeking local services and goods. Jamie Hoover of Sky Ranch Business Park reported that Eisenberg Associates are desirous of attracting"big box" development. He requested that the agreement be authorized as soon as possible. MOVED by Callsen, SECONDED by Blacker to approve Resolution No.2014-6 authorizing Chairman Hopper to execute the final Tax Increment Reimbursement Agreement contingent upon final approval of the City Attorney. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Callsen, Pollard, Biggers, Blacker, and Ozuna. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (REVIEW OF PAST URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY PROJECTS) Chairman Hopper referenced the accumulation of URA projects accomplishments since 2001. He recommended that the commissioners review the projects and notice how the projects aligned with the Urban Renewal Agency mission thereby benefiting all of the school districts,Canyon County,community projects,etc. (PRESENT INVOICES FOR PAYMENT) Mr. Waite presented the following invoices for payment: ICRMP $3,968.50 General Liability Insurance Pioneer Title Company $2015770.00 Property Purchase ASC, Inc. $37,200.00 King's Building Demolition CITY OF Caldwell I $148,213.05 Reimbursement for"A" PAGE 4 OF 5 .................. Drairi Relocation Project,and miscellatleol is (Jfility .."A ses, ,,,r0TA L S39 1, 1 15 5 MOVED by C'allsen, by Blacker to(.gypprove the invoices for payn-ient as presented. 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