HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-01-11 URA Minutes CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
MINUTES
7:00 P.M.
Monday,January 11,2021
ZOOM MEETING
(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 Hopper presiding.
The secretary called the roll. Present: Commissioner Hopper,Commissioner Porter(via Zoom),Commissioner
Warwick (via Zoom), Commissioner Wagoner (via Zoom), Commissioner Allgood (via Zoom), and
Commissioner Ramirez(via Zoom).
(CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION)
None.
(SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS)
None.
(PUBLIC COMMENTS)
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR[All Consent Calendar items are considered action items]
1) Approve minutes from the Urban Renewal Agency Regularly Scheduled Meeting held on December 14,2020;
2) Approve Resolution No. 2021-01 accepting the Reimbursement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad in the
amount of$25,000.00 for preliminary engineering services for the Ustick Road Crossing&Enhancement Project
(as approved by Caldwell City Council on December 21,2020);
3) Approve Resolution No.2021-02 accepting the Professional Design Services Agreement with Cushing Terrell in
the amount of$25,000.00 for the 7th Avenue & Arthur Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Design (as approved by
Caldwell City Council on January 4,2021);
4) Approve Resolution No.2021-03 ratifying the sale and accepting the deeds for the purchase of Lots 6-12,Block
2, Caldwell Original, according to the plat thereof, filed in Book 1 of Plats at page(s) 20, records of Canyon
County.
MOVED by Porter,SECONDED by Warwick to approve the Consent Calendar as printed.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Porter, Warwick, Wagoner, Allgood, Ramirez, and Hopper. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS
(ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY REPORT FROM STEVE FULTZ[DECEMBER 2020])
North Ranch...Continue working with developers considering a mixed-use site(commercial and industrial)in the
current UR district. Working with six potential industrial/warehouse/distribution projects at the site:
• Project Aztec...Industrial lead from SWIMA;business from out-of-state
• Project Scope...distribution use working with BVA on potential
• Project Tech...80,000 sq.ft.user,lead from SWIMA
• Project Eos...lead from Idaho Commerce industrial lead
• Project Pellet...considering BVA and other sites in UR district
• Project Prometheus...revived lead potential significant job creation and investment
Wolff Development...working with this group on former Van Auker site on Challenger Way in filling the new
building at the site and supporting the construction of a second building at the site.
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• Project Trade...potential client considering 200,000 sq. ft. for the 2nd building proposed by Wolff
Development.
Continued work with Ag innovation center(meetings with U of 1, C of 1, and USDA). Location and additional
partnerships are being researched.
Working with Cold Steel Constructors on expansion opportunity.
Working with Johnson Thermal Systems on expansion options.
Project Living...new project from out-of-state development team interested in multi-use development in the
downtown area.
Continued work with Project White on former URA property on Smeed Parkway.
Project Rec...considering sites around Caldwell,including URA sites for multi-purpose recreation facility.
Continued work with Side-A Brewing on location at Kimball and Arthur. Met with architect on development of
site.
Continue working with TVCC and others on the development of an aircraft maintenance facility to be located in
Caldwell/Caldwell Industrial Airport...making good progress on establishing the program...building/site has
been acquired. Progress has been made with acquiring equipment and instructors.
(ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY REPORT FROM STEVEN JENKINS VIA ZOOM
[DECEMBER 20201)
Project Hole... Retail group focused on dessert options. They are visiting Caldwell this month and considering
sites downtown. They have a great reputation in the Treasure Valley and provide offerings that will be a great
benefit to the area.
712 Main Street...Historic building on the plaza. Local developer is currently negotiating terms to purchase the
building... The development group is looking at an Italian themed restaurant with a meat market component.The
location will offer an upscale,fine dining option downtown.
Project Chargers... (American Comedy Club)... They have signed a lease to locate in the Eagle's Building
Downtown.They are hoping to be open by April 1,2021.
Project Pellet...Retail group that would like a 15-20 acre site for a retail/warehousing operation.They would like
to construct an 80-100,000 square facility.They have shortlisted two sites in the Sky Ranch area.
Project Gator... On hold due to ongoing COVID concerns. They are still interested in downtown Caldwell but
won't finalize a location decision until the summer.
Project Blue... Light manufacturing company is seeking 10-15 acres to development a facility.They will employ
9 people in our area.The previous site they were considering doesn't work for their long term plans and they hope
to locate on a site near the Sky Ranch Business Park.
Project Leather...Retail Company out of Oregon that is hoping to locate in Caldwell.They are considering sites
downtown and would like a location that will accommodate a workshop and retail store.
Project Remediate...Canyon County based restoration company looking for a small warehouse/office or 2-3
industrial zoned acres.They will be hiring 10-12 employees.
Project Fun...family fun center based in Idaho...Visiting Caldwell in April. They are optimistic that they will
have recovered by that timeframe and will be in a better position to close on a site.
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2021-05 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN
AMENDMENT TO COVENANTS,RESTRICTIONS AND RIGHT OF REPURCHASE WITH MCCAIN
FOODS,USA,INC.)
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Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney at 1303 12th Avenue Road, Nampa, provided the staff report and outlined the
contents of the proposed agreement with McCain Foods. He reported that McCain Foods had reported unexpected
project delays due to the COVID-19 crisis and the nationwide decrease of restaurant activity.
Under the current covenants,McCain had an obligation to be under construction by March 31,2021;however,in
conversation with the McCain leadership team, this is not feasible. Under the current agreement, URA would
have a period of 18 months following March 31 to purchase the property back per the square foot price that was
paid. The new proposal extends the deadline for construction until December 1,2021. The primary remedy for
the failure (if the McCain Company does not move forward with construction) would be to repurchase the
property in 18 months from the date of December 1,2021. City staff have determined that the December 1,2021
date was the latest that the project could be extended in light of the Agency's reallocation area sunset mandates
in 2022. The Agency will set aside the funds to repurchase the property on December 2,2021,if necessary.
Nancy Haggerty,Legal Counsel for McCain Foods,reported that she worked with the Agency Attorney regarding
updates to the agreement. The McCain Foods USA leadership team has discussed the steps needing to take place
between now and December 1,2021 in order to construct the new building.
Dean McCarthy,McCain Foods,reported that they are intent to move forward with the project and thereby meet
the deadlines as outlined within the Agreement.
Chairman Hopper read the resolution by title only:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF THE AMENDMENT TO COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS, AND RIGHT OF REPURCHASE WITH
MCCAIN FOODS USA,INC.
MOVED by Warwick,SECONDED by Wagoner to approve Resolution No.2021-05 as printed.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Warwick, Wagoner, Allgood, Ramirez, Hopper, and Porter. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2021-04 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN
AMENDMENT TO NEGOTIATE EXCLUSIVELY WITH DECHASE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES,
LLC)
Mark Hilty, Agency Attorney at 1303 12th Avenue Road, Nampa, provided the staff report and outlined the
contents of the proposed amendment document with deChase Development Services, LLC. He noted that the
project has evolved per recommendations from the Urban Renewal Agency Commissioners within previous
meetings. Project details are due for consideration by February 15, 2021,which will help with the creation of
the re-use appraisal. An additional 30 days beyond February 15th would be needed for the creation of a
development agreement.
Chairman Hopper reported that the next Regularly Scheduled Urban Renewal Agency Meeting would be held on
February 8,2021,not February 15,2021.
Mr.Hilty recommended that a special URA meeting be scheduled, if necessary.
Dean Pape of deChase Development reported that five different hotel franchise owners have been contacted
concerning involvement within the downtown development project.
Mark Sindell of GGLO presented information about the project design. He noted that the buildings would be
compatible with the historical nature of the downtown area. The design embraces the Indian Creek water feature
and the Indian Creek Plaza.
Adam Garcia of Houston-Bugatsch Architects reported that the design emphasizes pedestrian traffic within the
downtown area and expressed is support of the development.
Blake Williams of GGLO reported on plans for the proposed residential/commercial building's ground floor and
upper levels, access points, and onsite parking. He noted that the hotel would be located sixteen feet from the
proposed residential/commercial building where additional features would be added.
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Chairman Hopper expressed his concern regarding the lack of commercial/retail space allocated on the ground
floor of the proposed building plans.
Chairman Hopper read the resolution by its title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF A SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE EXCLUSIVELY WITH DECHASE
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES,LLC.
MOVED by Allgood,SECONDED by Porter to approve Resolution No.2021-04 as written.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Allgood, Ramirez, Hopper, Porter, Warwick, and Wagoner, Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Hopper clarified that a Special Urban Renewal Agency Meeting could possibly be scheduled around
February 16th if the needed documents were not ready for presentation by the deChase Development team at the
next URA Meeting on February 8,2021.
Mr.Pape indicated that they would plan to present at the upcoming URA Meeting scheduled for February 8,2021.
A special meeting could be discussed at that time,if necessary.
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF THE WITHDRAWAL FROM CEO SCOTT
MCCONNELL REGARDING THE PROPOSED SIDE-A BREWING DEVELOPMENT AT ARTHUR&
KIMBALL AVENUE IN DOWNTOWN CALDWELL)
Steve Fultz,Caldwell Economic Development Director at 411 Blaine Street,referenced the letter of withdrawal
from Side-A Brewing Company. He noted that in conversation with the developer,Scott McConnell,the current
COVID-19 crisis has restricted plans for the project.
MOVED by Warwick, SECONDED by Ramirez to accept the letter of withdrawal from Side-A Brewing
Company.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Warwick, Wagoner, Allgood, Ramirez, Hopper, and Porter, Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS:
ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROPOSED REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED ARTHUR & KIMBALL AVENUE IN DOWNTOWN
CALDWELL AND INSTRUCT STAFF TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE LEGAL NOTIFICATION
Steven Jenkins, Caldwell Economic Development Specialist, 411 Blaine Street, outlined the contents of the
proposed Request for Proposal for the Arthur&Kimball Avenue property. He noted that the photos within the
document have been updated,removing the previously demolished structure at the site.
Discussion followed.
In response to questions from Commissioner Allgood, Mr. Fultz reported and there has been interest from other
developers.
MOVED by Porter,SECONDED by Warwick to accept the RFP document as presented and instruct staff to move
forward with legal notification of the project with a deadline of submittals by March 1, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
Questions concerning the project must be received by February 16,2021 in the Caldwell Economic Development
office.
MOTION CARRIED
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Mr. Hilty reported the need for submission of the legal publication as soon as possible in as much as there must
be a 30-day period between the date of publication and the submittal deadline in accordance with the State Code.
The RFP document may be distributed by staff to interested parties prior to the publication date.
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE INVOICES FOR PAYMENT AS PRESENTED BY
THE URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY TREASURER)
Carol Mitchell,Agency Treasurer presented outstanding invoices for payment approval.
VENDOR AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
City of Caldwell—Economic Development $18,000.00 January: Economic Development
Contribution
Hamilton,Michaelson&Hilty $6,500.00 December: Attorney Fee
Eide Bailly $9,000.00 2020 URA Annual Audit Fees
Canyon County $30,116.47 Canyon County Pay Request#4—Fair
Expo Project
Skinner Land Survey $3,275.00 Survey of Grounds&Expo Building
Fair Expo Project
Cold Steel $25,000.00 BIG Payment#7—Oct.-Dec.2020
TOTAL $66,891.47
MOVED by Allgood,SECONDED by Ramirez to approve the invoices for payment as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE INVOICES FOR RATIFICATION BY THE
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY TREASURER)
Carol Mitchell,Agency Treasurer presented the invoices for ratification:
VENDOR AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
Pioneer Title $502,570.59 Purchase of 516 Main Street and 0
Main Street
Robert&Vickie Busse $262,802.19 Purchase of 516 Main Street (2°d
Half)
MOVED by Porter,SECONDED by Warwick to approve the invoices for payment as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
ACTION ITEM: TREASURER'S REPORT)
MONTHLY CASH RECONCIL IA TION REPORTS;
Carol Mitchell, URA Treasurer at 411 Blaine Street, presented the Monthly Cash Reconciliation Report
and recommended its approval:
Banner Bank TOTAL $12,809,475.31
LGIP $ 116,428.81
Banner r3ank,CD $ 250,380.49
Banner Bank Operating Account $12,442,666.01
Restricted TOTAL $12,442,666.01
Restricted—Other Tax Districts $ 10,283,114.95
Restricted—Caldwell $ 1,168,415.44
Restricted—URA TVCC $ 752,467.96
Restricted—URA Job Creation $ 238,667.66
MOVED by Warwick,SECONDED by Ramirez to approve the cash reconciliation report as presented.
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MOTION CARRIED
(ATTORNEY'S REPORT)
Update Report-Revised Caldwell North Renewal Area Project: Mr.Hilty reported that the feasibility
study is still underway in light of the extensive utility costs recently made known to staff. ElJay Waite
continues to work on this component.
He noted that Carol Mitchell(Agency Treasurer)and Brent Orton(Public Works Director)recently met
with Canyon County Highway District No. 4 leadership regarding their interest in participating in the
proposed Caldwell North Renewal Agency Reallocation Area. He reported that recent changes by the
Idaho Legislature allow highway districts to opt out of participating in URA reallocation areas. This
would mean that the increment that they would charge would not be reallocated to the Agency. Staff
by made contact with the highway districts to encourage their participation. .
Brent Orton provided an update report on the outcome of the meeting with Canyon County Highway
District No. 4. He reported that the highway district asked that a formal letter from the Agency
revesting their support. Mr. Hilty is drafting the letter and follow-up will take place concerning the
Canyon County Highway District's determination. He indicated that staff would also be meeting with
the Parma Highway District. The Golden Gate Highway District recently indicated their interest in
participation.
(CHAIRMAN'S REPORT)
None.
(COMMISSIONER REPORTS)
None.
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Allgood,SECONDED by Warwick to adjourn at 8:20 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
Approved as written this 8th day of February,2021.
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