EDA Agenda - 06/12/2024AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 — 6:00 p.m.
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING
Academy Room
4:30 p.m. Review and Discussion of Block 34 Area Redevelopment Concept
and Next Steps
5:15 p.m. Follow-up Discussion of Retail Market Analysis Proposal
Commissioners: President Steve Johnson, Vice President Jon Morphew, Treasurer Hali Sittig,
011ie Koropchak-White, Rick Barger, Councilmember Tracy Hinz, Mayor Lloyd
Hilgart
Staff: Executive Director Jim Thares, Rachel Leonard, Angela Schumann, Hayden
Stensgard, Sarah Rathlisberger
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call 6:00 p.m.
2. Consideration of Additional Agenda Items
3. Consent Agenda
A. Consideration of Payment of Bills
B. Consideration of Approving Regular Meeting Minutes— May 22, 2024
4. Public Hearing
A. PUBLIC HEARING — Facade Improvement Forgivable Loan for Jon and Lucy Murray's
Dance Studio at 155 West Broadway Street and Sleep Concepts at 149 West
Broadway Street
5. Regular Agenda
No items
6. Other Business
A. Consideration of Economic Development Manager's Report
7. Adjournment
EDA Agenda: 6/12/2024
3A. Consideration of Approving Payment of Bills
Prepared by:
Meeting Date:
❑ Regular Agenda Item
Community & Economic Development
6/12/2024
® Consent Agenda Item
Coordinator
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
N/A
Economic Development Manager
REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Accounts Payable summary statements listing bills submitted during the previous month are
included for review.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. Motion to approve payment of bills through May 2024.
2. Motion to approve payment of bills through May 2024 with changes as directed by the
EDA.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommend approval of Alternative 1.
SUPPORTING DATA:
• Accounts Payable Summary Statements for May.
Accounts Payable
Transactions by Account
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Account Number
Vendor Description
e
onticeflo
GL Date Check No Amount PO No
213-46301-430400
KENNEDY AND GRAVEN CHART
Headwaters Apartment TIF - March 2( 05/14/2024
128435
123.50
213-46301-430400
KENNEDY AND GRAVEN CHAR]
Washburn POS TIF District - March 2 05/14/2024
128435
432.50
213-46301-430400
KENNEDY AND GRAVEN CHAR]
General EDA - March 2024 05/14/2024
128435
1,495.00
213-46301-430400
KENNEDY AND GRAVEN CHAR]
Acquisition 118 Broadway E - March 05/14/2024
128435
540.00
Vendor Subtotal:
2,591.00
213-46301-431990
WSB & ASSOCIATES INC
202401 - Block 34 216 Pine St Phase 1 05/14/2024
0
1,200.00
Vendor Subtotal:
1,200.00
213-46301-431993
WSB & ASSOCIATES INC
2024 Economic Development Services 05/14/2024
0
1,654.00
Vendor Subtotal:
1,654.00
213-46301-435100
ECM PUBLISHERS INC
EDA PH Excelsior Tool Ad# 1389865 05/14/2024
0
186.50
213-46301-435100
ECM PUBLISHERS INC
PH UMC Ad# 1389868 05/14/2024
0
214.25
Vendor Subtotal:
400.75
213-46301-437100
WRIGHT CO AUDITOR-TREAS
155-010-34010 - 216 Pine St - 1 st & 2 05/14/2024
128461
6,804.00
213-46301-437100
WRIGHT CO AUDITOR-TREAS
155-282-000010 - Outlot A Riverwooc 05/14/2024
128461
178,874.00
Vendor Subtotal:
185,678.00
213-46301-443990
BLOCK 52 HOLDINGS LLC
Disbursement #2 - Funding EDA Gran 05/14/2024
128417
233,377.50
Vendor Subtotal:
233,377.50
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Account Number
Vendor
Description
GL Date Check No
Subtotal for Fund: 213
Report Total:
Amount PO No
424,901.25
424,901.25
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Accounts Payable
Transactions by Account
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Account Number
Vendor Description
CITY OF
Monticeflo
GL Date Check No Amount PO No
213-00000-157010
PREFERRED TITLE INC
Earnest Money for PA - 118 Broadway 05/29/2024
128518
5,000.00
Vendor Subtotal:
5,000.00
213-00000-220110
NORTHLAND SECURITIES INC
TIF 1-42 - Modification #2 05/29/2024
128512
1,250.00
Vendor Subtotal:
1,250.00
213-46301-430400
CAMPBELL KNUTSON PA
EDA - April 2024 05/29/2024
0
663.00
Vendor Subtotal:
663.00
213-46301-434990
AE2 - ADVANCED ELEMENTS, IP
IMCP Templates - April 2024 05/29/2024
128485
1,597.00
Vendor Subtotal:
1,597.00
Subtotal for Fund: 213
8,510.00
Report Total: 8,510.00
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Accounts Payable
Transactions by Account
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Account Number Vendor Description
CITY OF
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onticeflo
GL Date Check No Amount PO No
e
213-46301-438200
CITY OF MONTICELLO 7256-015 - 216 Pine St - EDA 05/15/2024
0
52.61
213-46301-438200
CITY OF MONTICELLO 7256-004 - 130 Brdwy- Stormwtr 05/15/2024
0
31.50
Vendor Subtotal:
84.11
213-46301-443990
US BANK CORPORATE PMT SYS MONTICELLO CHAMBER OF COX 05/15/2024
0
20.00
213-46301-443990
US BANK CORPORATE PMT SYS DOMINOS - Food for Special EDA M 05/15/2024
0
34.80
Vendor Subtotal:
54.80
Subtotal for Fund: 213 138.91
Report Total: 138.91
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Accounts Payable
Transactions by Account
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Account Number Vendor Description
CITY OF
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Onticeflo
GL Date Check No Amount PO No
e
213-46301-431991 DEMVI LLC Parking Lot Maintenance - May 2024 05/31/2024 0 213.86
Vendor Subtotal: 213.86
213-46301-438100 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 12045691-8 - 216 Pine St 05/31/2024 0 132.51
Vendor Subtotal: 132.51
213-46301-438100 XCEL ENERGY 14698960-5 - 216 Pine St - Former Fir 05/31/2024 0 41.77
Vendor Subtotal: 41.77
Subtotal for Fund: 213 388.14
Report Total: 388.14
The preceding list of bills totaling $433,938.30 was approved for payment.
Date: 6/12/24 Approved by:
Hali Sittig - Treasurer
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MINUTES (draft)
REGULAR MEETING - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
Wednesday, May22, 2024— 7:00 a.m.
Academy Room, Monticello Community Center
Commissioners Present: Vice President Jon Morphew, Treasurer Hali Sittig, 011ie
Koropchak-White, Rick Barger, Councilmember Tracy Hinz
Mayor Lloyd Hilgart joined the meeting at 7:03 a.m.
Members Absent: President Steve Johnson
Staff Present: Jim Thares, Angela Schumann
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
Vice President Jon Morphew called the regular meeting of the Monticello EDA to
order at 7:00 a.m.
B. Roll Call 7:00 a.m.
Mr. Morphew called the roll.
Lloyd Hilgart arrived at 7:06
Hali Sittig joined the meeting at 7:08
2. Consideration of Additional Agenda Items
None
3. Consent Agenda
None
4. Public Hearing
None
5. Regular Agenda
A. Consideration of Adontine Resolution 2024-10 authorizing a Purchase Agreement
with Civil Engineering Site Design, LLC for the acquisition of 118 Broadway East in
the amount of $665,000 and authorizing a Property Management and Lease
Agreement for 118 Broadway East with Civil Engineering Site Design, LLC
Jim Thares, Economic Development Manager introduced the item. The purchase
agreement of 118 Broadway East from Civil Engineering Site Design negotiated with
Mr. Dahlke is $665,000 plus closing cost estimated at $4,700. This property currently
is between two EDA owned properties in Block 34.
This item was originally reviewed by the EDA at the May 8, 2024, meeting and was
tabled with questions about the terms of the Purchase Agreement (PA) and the
lease. It is a complicated and intertwined transaction with leases referenced in the
PA.
The concerns identified in the May 8, 2024; meeting have been revised in the
updated documents. Discussion ensued regarding the terms of lease termination as
they are currently only noted under the "default" section. Staff indicated that it has
always been Mr. Dahlke's main concern to have an EDA provided location for a
duration of 10 years. The notice period in the EDA lease has been revised to 150
days. This is key for Mr. Dahlke as the changes required to remodel the DMV office
building to support his business needs are extensive. Tracy Hinz asked for
clarification of the term length of relocation. Angela Schumann, Community
Development Director, pointed out the difficulty in finding construction companies
likely supports the need for the additional time. Lloyd Hilgart agreed with this point.
Ms. Hinz said the need for the EDA to be proactive in giving Mr. Dahlke notice is
important.
Ms. Schumann discussed how the 2 lease agreements work together. The EDA
agreement is a 12-month term renewable annually with the new clause added. The
City Lease Agreement is until June 30, 2034.
When Mr. Dahlke relocates to the DMF Office, the lease will activate or take effect.
He is responsible for the renovation to meet his needs in the building.
Mr. Morphew inquired what the upside for the EDA to keep this business in this
building. Mr. Hilgart addressed the question. The current location allows for a more
opportunities to develop Block 34. With the lease in the DMV should the EDA
terminate the lease, the EDA will be responsible to find them a similar location.
The wells are there and cannot be moved, however, a study is being done to
determine if it is possible to move them in the future.
Jim Thares noted that the proposed transaction closing date is targeted for June 26,
2024.
The approval will increase the ownership of this block by the EDA by .09 percent.
The City DMV lease will be presented to the City Council on May 28, 2024.
LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2024-10 AUTHORIZING A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH CIVIL ENGINEERING SITE DESIGN, LLC FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF 118 BROADWAY EAST, MONTICELLO, MN (PID 155010034120), IN
THE AMOUNT OF $665,000 PLUS CLOSING COSTS AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING A
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CIVIL ENGINEERING SITE
DESIGN, LLC., HALI SITTIG SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
B. Consideration of adopting Resolution 2024-11 Authorizing an Interfund Loan for
Advance of Certain Costs in Connection with a Tax Increment Financing District in
Block 34 related to the EDA acquisition of the 118 Broadway East
Mr. Thares introduced the item. This item is a financial step to allow the EDA to
approve an Interfund Loan for advance of certain costs related to EDA acquisition of
real property located at 118 Broadway East in connection with a future Tax
Increment Financing (TIF) District in Block 34. The EDA attorney and Staff support
this. The EDA approved this for the Finders Keepers purchase.
The total amount of the proposed interfund loan as noted in the Resolution is
$785,000. This total includes the acquisition amount of $665,000 plus closing costs
and any potential environmental studies, soil clean up expenditures or property
maintenance costs.
LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2024-09 APPROVING AN
INTERFUND LOAN FOR ADVANCE OF CERTAIN COSTS RELATED TO EDA ACQUISITION
OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 118 BROADWAY EAST IN CONNECTION WITH A
FUTURE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF) DISTRICT IN BLOCK 34. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
6. Other Business
A. Consideration of Economic Development Manager's Report
Mr. Thares provided an overview of the Economic Development Manager's Report.
7. Adjournment
TRACY HINZ MOVED TO ADJOURN, RICK BARGER SECONDED MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:35 A.M.
6/12/2024
4A. PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of ODenine and Continuing a Public Hearing. and
Tabling Action Related to a Downtown Fagade Improvement Forgivable Loan
Agreement to Block 52 Holdings, LLC., Norgren Exchange, LLC., and Buchholz
Exchange. LLC. for the east and south facades of 149 W. Broadwav Street and sout
west and north facades of 155 W. Broadway Street
Prepared by:
Meeting Date:
® Public Hearing
Community & Economic Development
6/12/2024
Coordinator
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Community Development Director
Economic Development Manager
ACTIONS REQUESTED
1. Open the public hearing to the July 10, 2024 regularly scheduled meeting of the EDA.
2. Motion to continue the public hearing to the July 10, 2024 EDA regular meeting, and table
action related to a Downtown Fagade Improvement Forgivable Loan Agreement to Block 52
Holdings, LLC., Norgren Exchange, LLC., and Buchholz Exchange, LLC., for the east and south
fagades of 149 W. Broadway Street and south, west, and north fagades of 155 W. Broadway
Street.
REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND
Last month, City staff was informed by the property owners of the Block 52 redevelopment
project they intended to submit updated Downtown Fagade Improvement Forgivable Loan
applications for 149 and 155 W. Broadway Street (Sleep Concepts and Lucille Murray's Studio of
Dance, respectively). Staff published the necessary business subsidy public hearing notice in the
Monticello Times on Thursday, May 30t" in the event the applicant submitted all the necessary
documentation for the applications to be reviewed and considered by the EDA at the June 12
regular meeting. The applicants have not submitted updated application materials at this time,
and staff is requesting the EDA open the public hearing, continue it to the July 10, 2024, EDA
regular meeting, and table action on this agenda item.
Previously on December 1, 2022, staff received an application from the Block 52 ownership
group for the subject properties and held a workshop with the EDA to go over a proposal for
the improvements. The EDA requested the applicant provide concept renderings for the
improvements proposed, which were reviewed at a workshop meeting.
In early 2023, staff requested the applicant submit an itemized quote for the work to be
completed for a complete application submittal. As staff did not receive the necessary
information, the original applications did not move forward at that time.
6/12/2024
The proposed fagade improvement project is a subcomponent of the Block 52 redevelopment
work. The Mattress Store's east wall was previously a shared wall with the 121 West Broadway
building, which was demolished. The Fagade loan is intended to address the exposed wall
condition created with the demolition.
The EDA should also be aware of the existing fund balance of the program. Originally the EDA
allocated $250,000 at the program's start and has since awarded two forgivable loans to 142 W.
Broadway St. (the Agosto Building), and 109 Walnut St. (Bliss Salon) totaling $98,422. This
leaves, currently, $151,578 in the project's fund balance. The anticipated Block 52 applications
would likely request the maximum allowed for each property at $100,000 each ($200,000).
This would require the EDA to consider allocating additional funds for the program, which
would come from the EDA's General Fund. This consideration would likely occur at the
subsequent meeting as necessary.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the above "Actions Requested" be made in the order presented as is.
SUPPORTING DATA
A. Public Hearing Notice published in the Monticello Times on May 30, 2024
B. Downtown Fagade Improvement Program Policy
C. Downtown Fagade Improvement Program Application
D. 149 W. Broadway Street Concept Rendering
E. 155 W. Broadway Street Concept Rendering
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF MONTICELLO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of the City of Monticello Economic
Development Authority (the "Authority") will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at
approximately 6:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Academy Room of the
Monticello Community Center located at 505 Walnut Street in the City of Monticello, Minnesota (the "City")
to consider the provisions of a proposed business subsidy under Minnesota Statutes, Sections 116J.993
through I I6J.995, as amended (the "Business Subsidy Law"), to the following recipients in connection with
fagade improvements to be made to the real property located at 149 and 155 West Broadway Street in the City
(the "Project") : (i) Block 52 Holdings LLC, Buchholz Exchange LLC, and Norgren Exchange LLC, each a
Minnesota limited liability company, or to an entity(ies) related thereto or affiliated therewith; (ii) John
Thorud, a natural person; and (iii) J & L Murray Properties, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company
(collectively, the "Recipients").
Information about the proposed business subsidy for the Recipients is available for inspection at the
office of the Authority's Executive Director at City Hall during regular business hours. After the public
hearing the Authority will consider granting the business subsidy in accordance with the proposed terms and
if the creation or retention of jobs is determined not to be a goal of the Project, the wage and job goals may be
set at zero in accordance with the Business Subsidy Law. A person with residence in or the owner of taxable
property in the City may file a written complaint with the Authority if the Authority fails to comply with the
Business Subsidy Law, and no action may be filed against the Authority for the failure to comply unless a
written complaint is filed.
All interested persons may appear at the hearing and present their views on the matters orally or
provide their comments prior to the meeting in writing.
Dated: May _, 2024
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF THE CITY OF MONTICELLO ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
/s/ Jim Thares
Executive Director
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TITLE: FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
1.0 Purpose
The City of Monticello Economic Development Authority (the "EDA") recognizes the need to encourage
investment in commercial and retail buildings in the Downtown area in order to maintain the economic
viability of the City and the Downtown/Central Community District. The purpose of this forgivable loan
program is to support a visually and financially appealing Downtown and greater Monticello
community by providing forgivable loans to improve the fagades of existing Downtown commercial
and retail buildings.
2.0 Policy
ELIGIBLE BUSINESSES
Commercial property located within the geographic area illustrated in Exhibit A of these guidelines may
be eligible for a Downtown Facade Improvement Forgivable Loan (" Loan") as further defined herein. The
area illustrated in Exhibit A of these guidelines is amended to include the buildings to remain on Block 52
following redevelopment, as well as those buildings along Walnut Street, between Broadway Street West
and River Street. It is the goal of the EDA that 70% of the buildings within the eligible area complete
improvements to their properties.
The EDA has allocated a maximum of $200,000 for the initial Loan program. This is a pilot program, and
additional areas and allocations will be considered at a future date.
FORGIVABLE LOAN FUND TERMS & CONDITIONS
Loan Amount & Structure
Individual loans may be made in an amount ranging from $5,000-$50,000. Loan forgiveness generally
takes place over a three-year period with fifty percent (50%) of the award forgiven at the end of the first
year, and twenty-five percent (25%) forgiven at the end of years two and three. The EDA may extend or
reduce the forgiveness period based on the dollar amount of the Loan. If the benefitting building is sold
within the period of the Loan, the Loan must be repaid. The Applicant must provide at least 5% of the
project cost in cash. The Applicant percentage shall be used as the project down -payment, as may be
required.
Eligibility Requirements
Tenants and property owners should discuss the loan program to determine responsibilities and
commitment for application and its components. The owner of the property must be a cosignatory to the
application and Loan agreement.
The property owner must carry current property insurance both at the time of application and through
completion of approved Loan improvements.
Property taxes on the subject site must be current for the duration of the Loan.
Applicants are not eligible to receive funding if the property to be rehabilitated is in default under a
property mortgage, contract for deed or comparable obligation. An applicant/property owner is ineligible
to receive assistance if currently involved in bankruptcy proceedings.
Applicants may apply for only one Loan per building.
The EDA reserves the right to approve or reject applications on a case -by -case basis, taking into
consideration factors considered appropriate by the EDA, in addition to established polices, criteria, and
potential benefits. Meeting the criteria does not guarantee an application will be approved. Approval or
denial of an application is at the sole discretion of the EDA.
Concurrent Loans
The concurrent use of different EDA loan programs by any one borrower or for any one project is
permitted. Business subsidy agreements may be required.
Permitted Loan Uses
Exterior renovation of the facades of principal use retail or commercial buildings as further shown on
Exhibit B attached hereto. An applicant may apply for facade improvements on all exterior sides of their
building. The EDA may approve a Loan for improvements for all or some of the sides of the building at
their discretion.
An architectural rendering supplied by one of the following is required: an EDA selected architect,
applicant contractor or architect, or a qualified architect accepted by the EDA. This item is required for
use in determining final scope of work in consultation with the applicant and the applicant's selected
contractor for any project. The cost of the rendering shall not be included in the Loan amount.
Architectural renderings will be considered for preparation after initial letter of interest by an applicant.
Fagade renovation may include, but is not limited to windows, doors, siding, brick, stucco, masonry,
painting, steps, cornices, parapets, shutters, dormers, signage, awnings, and structural roof components
and such improvements shall be guided by the architectural rendering.
Interior side renovation proposals may be considered on a case -by -case basis.
The applicant will work with a contractor to define final selected improvements using the architectural
rendering as a guide. The architectural rendering with final selected improvements must be reviewed and
approved by the EDA and will be included in final Loan documentation. The improvements must be
completed in substantial conformity to the approved architectural rendering.
The cost of the building permit for the approved Loan project will be included in the final Loan amount.
CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS CODE COMPLIANCE
As applicable, buildings for which public funds will be used within this program are to be brought into
conformity with city ordinances and state building codes in effect for the area in which the building is
located. It is the intent of the Downtown Fagade Improvement Loan Program to comply with the City's
building standards for the Downtown/Central Community District (CCD). Please refer to the City's
Downtown Small Area Plan and zoning ordinance for complete details as it relates to the standards
governing this program's design guidelines.
TIMING OF PROJECT EXPENSES
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No project may commence until the EDA has approved the Loan application and the Loan agreement. Any
costs incurred prior to execution of the Loan agreement are not eligible expenditures.
No building construction may commence until the required city permits are secured.
Loan disbursements shall be as provided for within the Loan agreement and shall be made directly to the
Applicant/owner's contractor. The Loan agreement shall reference final contracts for improvements.
COMMUNICATION
Success of the project depends on the completeness of applications and good communication between
all parties. Applicants should feel free to reach out to EDA staff with any questions at any time.
PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES FOR APPLICATION AND APPROVAL
The applicant shall meet with city staff to obtain information about the Loan program, discuss the project,
and obtain application forms.
Prior to application, it is recommended that the applicant complete and submit a letter of interest to the
EDA. The letter of interest should provide a summary of desired facade improvements. As part of the
letter of interest review, the EDA may consider authorization of a fagade rendering by the EDA's
architectural consultant or may direct the applicant to proceed with a formal application including
preparation of rendering by their contractor(s)/architect. Once the applicant has obtained the rendering
and estimates, the applicant must submit a formal application to the EDA for review including the project
rendering and detailed estimates.
Applications will be received and reviewed on a first -come, first -served basis from the time of submission
of a complete application.
An inspection of the building may be required.
The EDA is a governmental entity and as such must provide public access to public data it receives. Data
deemed by Applicant to be nonpublic data under State law should be so designated or marked by
Applicant. See Minnesota Statutes, Section 13.591, Subd. 1 and 2. The formal Loan application will be
reviewed by EDA staff to determine if it conforms to all city policies and ordinances, and will be presented
to the EDA for formal approval, as follows:
1. Staff will complete a preliminary application review and may consult with the EDA's Financial
Advisor and/or EDA Attorney in preparing a report for EDA consideration.
2. Staff will evaluate the project application in terms of the following:
a. Project Design - Evaluation of project design will include review of proposed activities,
project construction and renovation plans including architectural rendering and final
building elevations detailing selected improvements, timelines and capacityto implement
the project.
Financial Feasibility - Availability of funds, private investment, financial packaging and
cost effectiveness, and bid -quote submissions.
Evidence of applicant's ability to meet the 5% cash requirements.
Letter of Commitment from other financing sources stating terms and conditions of their
participation in the project, if applicable.
All other information as required in the application and/or additional information as may
be requested by the EDA staff.
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f. Project compliance with all applicable city codes and policies.
3. The EDA Commissioners will review each application in terms of:
a. Its consistency with the goals of the city's Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Small Area
Study.
b. Whether it is desirable and in the best interests of the public to provide funding for the
project.
C. The project's overall potential impact on the community's economy.
4. The EDA Commissioners will approve or deny the application, or request a resubmission with
clarifications, at the EDA's sole discretion.
APPROVAL OR DENIAL OF LOAN APPLICATION
The EDA, at its sole discretion, may deny any application on a case -by -case basis, taking into consideration
factors such as: consistency with the goals of the city's Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Small Area
Study, the project's overall impact on the community's economy, and the above criteria.
LOAN POLICY REVIEW
The above criteria will be reviewed on an annual basis to ensure that the policies reflected in this
document are consistent with the economic development goals set forth by the city.
COMPLIANCE WITH BUSINESS SUBSIDY LAW
All developers/businesses receiving financial assistance from the City of Monticello EDA shall be subject
to the City's Business Subsidy Policy as amended, and the provisions and requirements set forth under
Minnesota Statutes, Sections 116.1.993 to 116.1.995.
LOAN AGREEMENT
If the application for a Loan is approved, the applicant/property owner will be required to enter into a
Loan agreement to proceed. The Loan agreement will specify the terms and conditions of the Loan as
identified herein.
DISBURSEMENT OF LOAN FUNDS
Upon approval of a Loan application, applicants are required to provide executed contracts with qualified,
licensed contractors for work per the approved Loan plans. Contracts shall be consistent with the
procedures and requirements herein.
Loan funds will be disbursed to the contractor based on completion of work as outlined below. The City's
Chief Building Official will verify completion of work. Upon verification of completion, payment will be
dispersed per contract amount for the work completed based on submitted invoice.
PROJECT CONTRACTOR PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
A. PARTICIPATING CONTRACTORS: All contractors participating in the Downtown Facade
Improvement Loan Program must have a contractor's license on file with the Minnesota Department of
Labor and Industry. The contractors will be responsible for securing insurance of the amounts specified
on the application form. The application must contain proof of insurance coverage via a Certification of
Insurance Coverage, and the contractor's registration and license number and bond.
B. BID/QUOTE SOLICITATION: To participate in the Downtown Facade Improvement Loan Program,
the applicant must solicit bids or quotes from at least two vendors. An applicant is free to choose any
contractor, provided the license requirements are met and the cost differential in the quotes received
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does not exceed 20%.
C. CONTRACTOR CONTRACT: The contract for work is between the property owner (applicant) and
the contractor. Each selected contractor will enter into a contract with the property owner. The contract
will outline the terms for completion of the rehabilitation on the project and will include the following:
1. Scope of Work
2. Project Start Date;
3. Project Completion Date;
4. General Conditions;
5. Building Elevations and Architectural Drawings;
6. Special Conditions;
7. Project Warranties;
8. Change Order Procedures;
9. Payment Terms;
10. Termination Procedures.
D. FAILURE TO START/COMPLETE PROJECT: Upon approval of the Loan agreement, the applicant
and selected contractor will have 180 calendar days in which to complete the contracted work. The 180-
day time period shall not be exceeded except through the issuance of a change order. Failure to complete
any work within 180 days will be grounds to terminate the Loan agreement.
E. PAYMENT PROCEDURES: All contractors will agree to the payment schedule, which is as follows:
1. Pre -payments for contracted services may be disbursed from an escrow account
established with the EDA's specified agency. Such escrow account shall be administered
per the Loan agreement.
2. Lien waivers are required for all contractors and subcontractors before payment is made.
3. Final payment for work completed, including any retainage amounts, will be made after
work by a contractor is completed with verified receipts and costs incurred, the final
inspection has been conducted and the Chief Building Official, property owner, and
contractor have signed off on the work.
F. CHANGE ORDERS: Change orders to the approved Loan project require the approval of the EDA.
Change orders will be allowed only for the following reasons:
1. To rectify hidden deficiencies that are discovered once the work has begun.
2. To change a specification due to unforeseen difficulties arising after work has begun.
3. To address a deficiency that was inadvertently dropped from the project during project
packaging.
4. To change completion dates.
PROJECT COMPLETION
The City's Chief Building Official will complete a final project inspection and issue a Certificate of
Completion verifying project completion per the approved Loan plans.
3.0 Scope
This policy applies to all projects that apply for and may receive assistance under the Fagade Improvement
Program.
4.0
MN 190\ 101 \941811.v 1
HISTORY
Approval Date:
August 8, 2018
Approved by:
EDA
Amendment Date:
November 9, 2022
Approved by:
EDA
Amendment Date:
January 10, 2024
Approved by:
EDA
NM 190\101 \941811.v1
EXHIBIT A
Geographic Program Limits
Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program Eligibility Area
MN190\101\941811.v1
EXHIBIT B
Permitted Fund Uses —Visual Reference
MN190\101\94181 Lv1
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Overview of the Program
The Monticello EDA has developed a Downtown Facade Im-
provement Grant Program to support property owners in their
efforts to reinvest in their buildings and in the historic building
fabric of downtown Monticello. The purpose of the grant pro-
gram is to improve the aesthetics of the Downtown and to make
it a place that is comfortable and appealing to more people
throughout the day, week and year.
The grant program offers up to $50,000 in grant funding to
individual building property owners or building tenants to make
front and corner side building facade improvements in the eligi-
ble area shown below.
The program is a grant, with no repayment of the funds re-
quired, with a minimal financial commitment by the property
owner or tenant. The EDA's goal is for at least 70% of the proper-
ty owners in the area to take advantage of the grant.
Additional Information
www.ci.monticello.mn.us
Angela Schumann
Director of Community Development
City of Monticello, MN
763-271-3224
Angela.Schumann@ci.monticello.mn.us
Downtown Facade
Improvement Grant Program
An Implementation Step of the
Downtown Small Area Plan
Investing in Our
Downtown
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Possible Improvements to building on Broadway
Monticello Design Threads General Design Considerations Facade Improvement Possibilities
The following design threads can be incorporated into
facade improvements. Doing so will help create a lively
and distinctive environment.
Transparency and Openness
Broadway should be welcoming and inviting., Facades with
large windows and well -designed storefronts are comfortable
to walk along side and intriguing to look into.They create
visual interest to both drivers and walkers.
Three Dimensionality / Movement
Functional and artistic elements that have depth, or evoke
a sense of movement, have impact. Elements that project
horizontally from buildings or vertically from the sidewak are
encouraged.
Proportion and Order
All elements of the facade should be proportional and orderly
to create a harmonius composition. The underlying building
should provide the basic order of the composition and ele-
ments such as awnings, signage and lighting should respond
to the underlying building.
Of its Time
Downtown Monticello was buit over time. Today's buildings
reflect a variety of eras and no one particular style. Improve-
ments to the buildings that are in keeping with the spirit of a
particular era will create an environment that is of its time.
South side of Broadway, Block36
A renovation or facade improvement project can provide the
architectural and human -scale qualities to improve the aesthet-
ics of Downtown. The following design considerations highlight
key elements that will provide guidance in restoring or enhanc-
ing architectural value to building.
- Most facades consist of an architectural framework designed
to identify individual storefronts. Each storefront should respect
this framework.
- Facades should present a visually balanced composition ac-
cording to the original architectural intent.
- In cases where original building elements have been removed
or substantially altered, contemporary treatments respecting
the original and historic details are suitable. However they
should not appear to be of poor quality, of temporary nature, or
ill -suited for the area (vinyl or aluminum sidin).
- If a building has historic or architectural merit, improvements
should be designed to reveal the buildings original style form
and materials, whenever posisble.
- Architectural services will be offered at no charge to grant
fund applicants.
paint and signage
corner treatments
integrated signage
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Sample Illustration
CITY Of MONTICELLO EDA
- , Mmonticdo DOWNTOWN FACADE IMPROVEMENT
FORGIVABLE LOAN PROGRAM
APPLICATION
Legal Name of Business:
Project Site Address:
City / State / Zip: .
Contact Person(s):
Business Phone:
Home Phone:
Check One
Federal ID #
❑ Proprietor
Legal Name of Property Owner:
Project Site Address:
City / State / Zip: .
Contact Person(s):
Business Phone:
2. PROJECT GOALS
Please give a brief summary of the project:
Email:
Corporation
tate ID #
Email:
Partnership
1 I Page
Please describe how the proposed project will positively impact the city's
downtown/Central Community District:]
3. PROJECT FUNDING
A. FORGIVABLE LOAN USE FUNDING REQUEST
Maximum grant amount of $50,000
Facade Improvements $
Frontage Improvements $
(Signage, awnings, permanent landscaping)
Total Loan Request: $
B. OTHER PROPOSED FUNDING SOURCES
Bank Loan $
Private Fund Commitment (5% required) $
Applicant Commitment $
Other $
Total Other Funding Sources $
PROJECT TOTAL:
4. PROJECT CONTACTS (Lenders, private funding source, partners, etc...)
2 1 P a g e
Name
Address
Phone/Email:
Name
Address
Phone/Email:
6. ATTACHMENTS CHECK LIST
Please attach the following:
A) Letter of Commitment from the Other Sources of Financing, Stating
Terms and Conditions of their Participation in Project (if applicable)
B) Project Plans (Architectural Rendering and Scope must be included)
C) Project Quotes/Estimates
D)Property Legal Description
7. AGREEMENT
I / We certify that all information provided in this application is true and correct to the best
of my/our knowledge. I / We authorize the Monticello EDA to verify financial and other
information. I / We agree to provide any additional information as may be requested by
the city.
The undersigned has received the EDA's policy regarding the payment of costs of review,
understands that the EDA requires reimbursement of costs incurred in reviewing the
application, agrees to reimburse the EDA as required in the policy and make payment
when billed by the EDA, and agrees that the application may be denied for failure to
reimburse the EDA for costs as provided in the policy.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE
APPLICANT FAME (Print):
PROPERTY OWNER NAME (Print):
PROPERTY OWNER SIGNATURE:
DATE:
The EDA is a governmental entity and as such must provide public access to public data it
receives. Data deemed by Applicant to be nonpublic data under State law should be so
designated or marked by Applicant. See Minnesota Statutes, Sections 13.591, Subd.1 and
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6A. Economic Development Manager's Report
Prepared by:
Meeting Date:
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Economic Development Manager
06/12/2024
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
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REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND
1. 2023 Economic Development Update — Staff will review the CY 2023 activities and
milestones through a Power Point presentation which was presented to City Council on
March 11, 2024 — See Exhibit A.
2. Update - Recent land lease inquiry by Michels Construction. In early May the EDA
discussed an inquiry by Michel's Construction asking about entering into a two-year lease
for a site in OCBP for a concrete batch plant to serve the 1-94 Gap Project material needs.
Staff learned in late May that Michels Construction did not get awarded the bid for the I-
94 Gap project, thus their interest -desire to explore the OCBP land lease has ended.
3. GMEF and SBDC Loans Status Update:
A. Project Simpl-13,000 sq. ft. Office Build Out — Block 52 - Loan Closing has been
Scheduled for June 24, 2024. The $300,000 GMEF Loan was approved by the EDA at
its February 14, 2024, Meeting. Riverwood Bank recently (06-04-24) provided a
Credit Memo Analysis related to the EDA's loan repayment risk level which
indicates that there is a high probability of full loan repayment and low level of
loan default risk. Riverwood Bank's analysis of the Block 52 Holdings, LLC
partnership investors' financial information shows that the entire group has a
solid -strong fundamental financial capacity to ensure performance of the loan
repayment.
B. Staff will provide an update and review of the various GMEF and SBDC Loans'
repayment status. The review will include a brief overview and discussion of the
Loan balance scenarios and need for minimum fund balances as well as possible
EDA direction as well desired timelines.
4. 118 Broadway East Land Purchase Transaction Closing date - The Purchase Agreement has
been signed and the closing date for the EDA purchase of 118 Broadway East is planned
for June 27 or 28, 2024. Preferred Title, Monticello, MN, is handling the closing. The
EDA Agenda: 06/12/2024
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment investigation is also underway and may be
completed by June 26. If the Environmental work is not completed by June 26, the closing
may be delayed by a few days, possibly to early July.
5. WSB Quarterly Update Report — See Exhibit B.
6. Prospect List Update - See Exhibit C.
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"Programs, policies or activities that seek to improve the
economic well-being and quality of life for a community"
(making something better)
The City of Monticello uses its Economic Development
Authority (EDA)
It also uses its Industrial Economic Development Committee
(IEDC)
COLLABORATION IS CRITICAL IN IMPLEMENTING
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS!!
2023 EDA AND IEDC MEETINGS
jk EDA Meetings
man IEDC Meetings
15 Regular Meetings
8 Special Meetings
7 Closed Meetings
11 Regular Meetings
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LOAN PROGRAMS (2); GMEF and SCDP
FACADE IMPROVEMENT LOAN PROGRAM
COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS (WC, IFS
STATE ASSIST PROGRAMS; MIF, JCF, BDPI, TED
FEDERAL ASSIST PROGRAMS; EDA, RD
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ECON DEV ACTIVITIES
Land Acquisitions (2)
Tax Abatement Policies
CET Grant Submittal
Grants Received (2)
Review of Land Dev Opportunities
Housing Study Update
Hotel Study Update
Marketing — Podcast; Further refine IMCP
Respond to Inquiries — Sites
Workforce Development Collaboration
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• Environmental Studies
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RIVERWOOD BANK PARCEL
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Purchase of vacant underutilized 14.16-
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PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
(ONGOING THROUGH PROJECT CLOSEOUT)
Block 52 Reclev, Wiha Tools Exp, HW 7A St Twinhome Dev., UMC Exp.
2 GMEF Loans (loans are current)
1 SCDP Equipment Loan (loan is current)
9 TIF District Compliance Reports
4 Business Subsidy Compliance Reports
Admin - MN -DEED Redev Grant, 2 MIF Grants
2023 Manufacturers' Recognition Breakfast Event
Roundtable Mtg — Financing Programs
Business Retention -Expansion Visits
Review 2023 CET Grant Submittal — Public Forum -Comment Session
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NETWORKING ICOLLABORATING
• Update Community Profile -Attributes and Available Sites Information
• Develop awareness community -site information brochures; build relationships!
• Networking with Chamber of Commerce, WCEDP, Greater MSP, Initiative
Foundation, Developer & Real Estate Community
• Business Retention &Expansion (BR&E) Visits; build relationships!
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS TO BIG SUPPORTING CAST
Economic Development efforts require much staff support and collaboration. The
below noted City staff are critical in carrying out the work tasks and they deserve a
Big Thank You.
Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
Hayden Stensgard, Community Economic Development Coordinator
Vicki Leerhoff, Administrative Assistant
QUESTIONS?.
Jim Thares
Economic Development Manager
763-271-3254
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Memorandum
To: Jim Thares, Economic Development Manager
From: Jim Gromberg, Economic Development Coordinator
Date: May 30, 2024
Re: Project Updates
Thank you for the opportunity to continue to assist the City of Monticello in their continued efforts
to provide economic vitality for the community and the residents. Below are updates on some of
the projects and insights into the trends currently facing the city.
The city currently has several projects in progress for the continued growth of the commercial -
industrial tax base. In addition to the tax base growth these projects will allow for the continued
availability of employment and housing opportunities in Monticello.
The state has awarded the city a grant for the CET program for $1,000,000 that is currently
for future infrastructure extensions.
Project Updates:
Project Margarita: No changes on the status of the project from DEED.
• The city received an RFI from DEED for another project that requires 40 acres of land,
preferably greenfield.
• 50 MW of electricity
• $200 Million CAPEX
• Th City submitted the Featherstone site as a potential site for the project.
• The state is currently waiting to see if any sites in Minnesota make it through the first
round of review.
Project Singularity: No changes DEED is awaiting a response from the Company.
• German Manufacturing Company that is looking for 50-acre site.
• RFP was received from the state and was the second round of sites to be reviewed.
• The criteria have changed to include any sites with a labor shed of 150,000 within a 45-
minute drive.
• CAPEX is estimated to be $90 million with a workforce of 500 employees.
Project Wafer: No changes DEED is awaiting a response from the Company.
• Project Wafer is a manufacturing project RFI that was received by the city in October.
• The proposed project site requires 100 acres with the expansion possibility of 20
additional acres.
• Capex would be an estimated $630 million with the creation of 1,500 employees for
phase 1.
• One of the significant requirements for the project was a location within 20 minutes of an
interstate or major highway.
• The city submitted a potential site in the newly identified eastern industrial park.
Monticello IEDC
May 30, 2024
Page 2
DATA Center Interest: The city has been contacted by two large data center organizations that
develop data center sites for both co -locate and enterprise type facilities. Both companies are
under NDAs, but the city is actively collaborating with them on potential sites. Co -locate facilities
would be data centers that lease space out to other companies while operating the facility
Enterprise facilities are developed for a single user and are owned and operated by that user.
Data centers are generally a positive development of the community with a higher property tax
value and limited adverse effect on city services. They have a limited number of direct jobs but
generate a substantial number of ancillary support positions that are well above the average
wage levels. In the past, one of the issues with data center development was the significant water
uses for the facilities. With innovative technologies the need for continuous significant water
usage has been reduced through the development of closed systems.
Outlook:
• The Minnesota inflation rate has been trending down over the last few months with a
current rate of 2.7% compared to 3.4% nationally.
• Average hourly wages increased by 3.5% out pacing the inflationary rate.
• The Federal Reserve at their last meeting did not increase fed rate but did indicate that
the current interest rates may continue until the end of the year.
• The Fed has indicated that they may consider a rate reduction in 2025 should inflation
continue to be under control.
• Wright County's current average price per gallon is $3.369.
• Gas prices are moderating and are currently averaging $3.379 per gallon in Minnesota
and nationally averaging $3.907 nationally.
• The price per gallon is $0.15 than last year over the Memorial Day weekend.
• Minnesota's unemployment rate is currently at 2.7% compared to the national rate of
3.9%. The Minnesota rate has held steady at 2.7% for the last 6 months.
• Wright County's unemployment rate is 2.8% compared to Sherburne County's 3.0%.
• Minnesota's labor participation rate is 68.0% compared to a national average of 62.7%.
• GDP grew at 2.5% for 2023 and is projected to grow at 2.5% for 2024.
• The 30-year benchmark mortgage rate is around 7.13% compared to 7.0% in February.
• The residential real estate market remains strong; with homes being on the market for 29
days with the market for Wright County being balanced and the market falling slightly into
the sellers' market.
Please let me know if you have any questions concerning the above projects or require additional
information on the projects. In addition, let me know if you have additional projects that should be
reviewed and included.
PROSPECT LIST 06/07/2024
Date of
Contact
Company Name Business Category Project Description Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status
5/22/2018
Karlsburger Foods Food Products Mfg. Facilty Expansion 20,000 sq. ft. +/- 42 10 to $4,500,000 On Hold
20
3/19/2021
Project Orion
Warehouse-Distributi
on
New Construction
832,500 sq. ft.
0 500
$125,000,000
Active Search
2/28/2022
6/16/2021
10/28/2021
Project Emma II
Project UBAA
Project Stallion
Light Ind -Assembly New Construction 20,000 sq. ff. 4 $1,350,000 Active Search
Child Care Services New Construction or Exist 5,000 sq. ft. 0 14 to 19 $2,000,000 Act Search
Technology Service New Construction 42,000 sq. ft. 9r 40 $3,600,000 Active Search
Lt Assembly Distribution New Construction 75,000 sq. ft. 75 $10,500,000 Active Search
Precision Machining -Mfg. New Construction 35,000 to 45,000 sq. ft. 38 $4,700,000 Active Search
2/7/2022
4/28/2022
Project Shepherd
III
Project Cougar
8/11/2022
Project Sing
Precision Machining New Construction 400,000 sq. ft. 0 500 $90,000,000 Active Search
10/28/2022
Project IAG
Mfg. New Construction 300,000 sq. ft.? 0 50? $70 to $80,000,000 Active Search
11/9/2022
Project Tea
Mfg
New Construction
25,000 sq. ft.
55
20
$5,800,000
Active Search
12/13/2022
Project Love
Mfg
New Construction
250,000
130
$24,000,000
Active Search
4/20/2023
Project Lodge DH1
Lodging -Service
New Construction
?
?
?
$9,500,000 to
$12,500,000
Active Search
4/20/2023
Project Lodge RS2
Lodging Service
New Construction
?
?
?
$9,500,000 to
$12,500,000
Active Search
5/30/2023
Project Flower-M
&M
Commercial
Concept Expansion
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?
?
?
Concept
PROSPECT LIST 06/07/2024
Date of
Contact
Company Name Business Category Project Description Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status
6/9/2023
Project Pez
Mfg
New Construction
6,000 to 8,500 sq. ft.
12
2
$1.300,000
Active Search
7/1/2023
Project V-MOB
MOB
New Construction
175,000+sq. ft.
?
$21,000,000
Identified Site
8/16/2023
Project Lodge RT4
Lodging-Hopsitality
New Construction
98 Room Hotel
N/A
30
$12,500,000 to
$13,600,000
Identified Site
8/31/2023
Project Enclave-
W300
Industrial - Warehouse-
Distr
New Construction
300,000 sq. ft.
N/A
?
$30,000,000 to
$34,000,000
Active Search
9/19/2023
Project Panda #4
Sz
Childcare Facility
New Construction
?
N/A
?
$2,000,000+/-
Active Search
10/12/2023
Project Fun
Entertainment
Expansion
2,400 sq. ft.
N/A
4
$200,000
Concept
1/17/2024
Project Tex
Industrial
New Construction
500,000 sq. ft.
0
100
$500,000,000
Active Search
1/17/2024
Project G
Industrial
New Construction
1,000,000 sq. ft.
0
?
$120,000,000
Focused Search
1/2/2024
Project Simpl
Office
New Construction -Build Out
13,303 sq. ft.
23
50
$2,000,000
Identified Site
2/12/2024
Project Lodge-
MSMWDC
Lodging -Hospitality
New Construction
?
0
10
$12,000,000
Identified Site
3/5/2024
Project Panda 20-
MS
Child Care Facility
New Construction
20,000 sq. ft.
0
20
$2,000,000
Active Search
PROSPECT LIST 06/07/2024
Date of
Contact
Company Name Business Category Project Description Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status
3/29/2024
Project ET-BB-12-9
Industrial
Relocate - Existing Bldg
12,000 sq. ft.
12
$1,150,000
Identified Site
4/12/2024
Project Rest B52
Restaurant
New build out -Finish
5,000 sq. ft. +/-
0
15
1500000+/-
Identified Site
5/30/2024
Project EP-BDDC
LACW
Data Center
New Construction
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Identified Site
5/31/2024
Project DC2-NWG-GB
Data Center
New Construction
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0
40
??
Active Search
6/1/2024
Project Maxwell -MN-
DEED
Industrial
New Construction
150,000 sq. ft.
0
175
$40,000,000 to
$185,000000
Active Search
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