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HASTINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT and
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
The Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority of the City of
Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 6:00
p.m. at Hastings City Hall.
HEDRA Commissioners Present: Johnson, Anderson, Carter, Fox, Goblirsch, Horsch, and Pemble.
HEDRA Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Community Development Director John Hinzman
Economic Development Coordinator Alex Menke
I. Quorum
A quorum was established and the meeting was called to order by President Johnson
at 6:00 PM with six members present.
II. Minutes
President Johnson asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the
regular meeting of February 8, 2024.
Minutes were approved as presented.
III. Bills
Hinzman summarized the bills and pointed out the payments for legal services and Ehlers
Financial. President Johnson asked if there were questions regarding the bills.
Commissioner Anderson motioned to approve the resolution, seconded by Commissioner
Pemble. Ayes 6; Nays 0. Motion approved.
IV. Business
A. Resolution 2024-05: Amendment to Façade Improvement Grant – 301 2nd
Street E
Menke introduced the request to amend the façade improvement grant for 301
2nd Street E. Menke reviewed the original request would provide funding to
demolish the existing awning, but not cover any additional work for brick or
roof repair. Menke shared due to the circumstances, staff is supportive of
approval and reviewed the revised reimbursement total.
Commission asked clarifying questions on when the payments would be
applied and if funding would be able to be applied for in 2024. Menke
indicated the funds would come from 2023 and if they chose to, the applicant
would have the ability to apply for funding in 2024.
Commissioner Goblirsch motioned to adopt Resolution #2024-05 Approving
the Façade Improvement Program Grant for 301 2nd Street E, seconded by
Commissioner Anderson. Ayes 6, Nays 0, Abstain 1 (Horsch). Motioned
approved.
B. Sale of Property: SW Corner of South Frontage Road and Pleasant Drive
1. Public Hearing: Consider Sale of Land
2. Authorize Signature: Purchase and Development Agreement –
Mint Development Company LLC
Hinzman introduced the request to consider the sale of property at the SW
Corner of South Frontage Road and Pleasant Drive. Mint Development
Company LLC plans to develop the 3.94 acre parcel for a national retailer.
Hinzman shared the terms and conditions of the purchase and development
agreement. HEDRA is requested to hold a public hearing and authorize
signature of the agreement.
President Johnson opened the public hearing at: 6:16 p.m.
President Johnson closed the public hearing at: 6:16 p.m.
Commission discussion on stormwater drainage concerns. Hinzman indicated
the stormwater must accommodate for current and future stormwater runoff.
Commission posed questions regarding actions following the sale. Hinzman
shared the next steps following the sale of the property. Commission
discussion on the reasoning of the location versus using other developed space.
Rob Barse, Mint Development Company LLC, provided clarification on the
reasoning of the location choice.
Commissioner Fox motioned to approve the Sale of Property of the SW
Corner or South Frontage Road and Pleasant Drive, seconded by
Commissioner Carter. Ayes 7, Nays 0. Motioned approved.
V. Reports and Information
A. Development Updates:
Hinzman provided an update on current developments.
Commissioners posed questions on the Hastings Creamery site.
VI. Adjourn
A. Commissioner Goblirsch made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:21 p.m.,
seconded by Commissioner Horsch. Motion passed 7-0. Meeting adjourned.
Next Meeting: Thursday, April 11, 2024
Respectively Submitted: Emily King