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M I N N E S O T A Economic development authority
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September 17, 2018
1. Call to order
President Hallfin called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.
Commissioners present: President Steve Hallfin, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity,
Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Commissioners absent: Jake Spano
Staff present: Executive Director (Mr. Harmening), Community Development Director (Ms.
Barton), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Deputy City Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms.
Deno), Assistant Zoning Administrator (Mr. Morrison), Operations & Recreation Director (Ms.
Walsh), Associate Planner (Ms. Kramer), Management Assistant (Ms. Carrillo Perez), Police
Chief Harcey, and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
2. Roll call
3. Approval of minutes
3a. EDA meeting minutes of August 20, 2018
it was moved by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Movity, to approve the
August 20, 2018 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 6-0.
4. Approval of agenda and items on EDA consent calendar
4a. Adopt EDA Resolution No. 18-15 of support for the Department of Employment
and Economic Development's (DEED) award of a low-interest loan to UR Turn,
SBC.
it was moved by Commissioner Brausen, seconded by Commissioner Miller, to approve
the EDA agenda as presented and the items on the consent calendar; and to waive
reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 6-0.
S. Reports - none
6. Old business - none
New business
Economic Development Authority -2- September 17, 2018
7a. 2019 preliminary HRA Levy certification and budget adoption.
Mr. Simon presented the staff report. He noted the HRA levy cannot exceed 0.0185% of
the estimated market value of the city. The EDA is allowed to authorize the HRA levy
and then forward their recommendation to the city council.
Commissioner Miller stated in the past the HRA funds were used for infrastructure, but
the council is currently discussing using these funds for affordable housing.
Commissioner Brausen stated this proposal does include loans for infrastructure.
It was moved by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Mavity, to approve the
preliminary levy the full 0.0185% of estimated market value allowable for HRA purposes
of $1,234,601.
The motion passed 6-0.
8. Communications
9. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
President Hallfin