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Home My WebLink AboutI.A - Agenda NotesHASTINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY June 12, 2025 - 6:00 pm. HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. Quorum II. Minutes Please see the attached HEDRA Meeting minutes from the May 8th Regular Meeting for your review and approval. III. Bills May Bills Jim Bearson (Dicks Barber) $9,450.00 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Bearson Relocation Alexanders Mobility Svc $6,005.00 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Ganrud Relocation Alexanders Mobility Svc $4,838.36 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Bearson Relocation Electro Watchman $1,080.00 213 Ramsey – Alarm Monitoring – 6/1/25 – 5/31/26 BMO (Xcel Energy) $729.23 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Electricity – 12/24-5/25 All Star Rolloff $483.91 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Bearson Relocation SRF Consulting $430.74 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion Relocation All Star Rolloff $392.00 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Ganrud Relocation Hastings Fire and Safety $275.00 213 Ramsey – Fire Extinguisher CenterPoint Energy $150.31 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Gas – 3/18/25-4/17/25 Xcel Energy $111.87 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Electricity – 4/25 – 5/12 John Hinzman $108.92 Admin – Mileage Reimbursement – MN Brownfields Electro Watchman 104.85 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Alarm – 6/1/25-8/31-25 Van Meter Inc $67.14 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Light Replacement Precision Landscape $65.00 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion – Snow and Ice – 4/25 Centerpoint Energy $56.38 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion – Gas – 4/2/25-4/17/25 Please see attached general ledger detail for further information. IV. Business A. Authorize Signature: Sales Listing Agreement – Hastings Industrial Park – Gaughan Companies Staff met with Gaughan Companies to discuss various potential development sites within the City. During the discussion, Gaughan Companies expressed a great interest in marketing the Industrial Park. They believe that they have the skillset and connections to find users that would fit into the area, knowing its unique site characteristics. Additionally, Gaughan proposes to investigate alternative land uses for the area outside of industrial. Attached are marketing strategies and plans that Gaughan has proposed. The attached Listing Agreement is for a twelve-month period, expiring on July 1st, 2026. Representatives from Gaughan are in attendance to present further information on their proposal. https://www.gaughancompanies.com/ Action Needed: Authorize signature of the attached Sales Listing Agreement between Gaughan Companies and the City of Hastings. B. Authorize Execution of Contract: Block 28 Environmental Assessment To best prepare for the future development of the Hastings Gateway site (Block 28), Staff has sought to perform an initial environmental and geotechnical survey of the block to better understand the site characteristics and what remediations/limitations there are. Staff sought out quotes from four companies to perform a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), a Pre-Demolition Hazardous Building Materials Inspection, and Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation. Staff received quotes from Summit Envirosolutions, GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc., Stantec, and Braun Intertec, which have been laid out in the table below. After reviewing the proposals, Staff is recommending entering into an agreement with GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc, primarily for the robust geotechnical analysis proposed. Staff intends to apply for an Environmental Investigation - Redevelopment Incentive Grant offered by the Dakota County CDA, which provides up to $25,000 for qualified environmental expenses. The CDA’s fiscal year begins in July, which will then open a new pool of funding. Action Needed: Authorize signature of Proposal of Services with GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc to perform a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, Pre- Demolition Hazardous Building Materials Inspection, and Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation for Block 28. V. Reports and Information A. 2026 HEDRA Budget Priorities The 2026 HEDRA Budget is due to the City Administrator on July7th. Staff has reviewed the HEDRA Strategic Plan and reviewed the current budget to determine priorities for review by the Commission. Summit Envirosolutions Braun Intertec GZA Stantec Phase I ESA $ 5,500 $ 3,000 $ 5,500 $ 3,800 Non-Destructive Hazmat $ 24,500 $ 20,250 $ 9,770 $ 30,750 Geotechnical $ 3,700 $ 10,250 $ 18,300 $ 12,725 Total Cost $ 33,700 $ 33,500 $ 33,570 $ 47,275 Action: Review 2026 Budget Priorities. Please see the attached Community Development Budget – Changes 25-26 and HEDRA Strategic Plan for further information. B. Hastings Business Survey To ensure that Hastings is regarded as a “business-friendly” environment, Staff has created and launched a brief survey to solicit feedback from Hastings’ business owners about their experiences working with the City and gather ideas for improvement. The survey focuses on business owner satisfaction with their interactions with City Staff and their policies/procedures. The survey can be submitted anonymously but allows for contact information to be added if the business owner would like to engage in further discussion. To date, there have been seven submissions with varying levels of satisfaction. Staff is coordinating with those business owners that included contact information to set up a time to discuss their feedback in-depth. C. Development Updates New Information: 1292 North Frontage Road – Carbones Pizza\Stacy’s Stars – Central Treatment Plant – The City Council has closed on the property and has given notice to Carbone’s and Stacy’s Stars to vacate the building by June 30th. Stacy’s Stars appears to be relocating to the 33rd Street strip mall next to Coborns. Staff along with SRF Consultants are working with the tenants to find alternative locations. Both are interested in remaining in business in Hastings. The Planning Commission will review plans for the new facility at their June 9th Meeting. Cannabis Permits – On May 5th City Council approved Special Use Permits to allow for retail cannabis sale at 215 Ramsey Street (presently home to Tippy’s Corner Store) and 2103 Vermillion Street. Approval allows the application to commence for state licensing. Upon completion of state licensing, the City would consider registration of the business. City Code limits Hastings to only one cannabis retail facility. Vermillion Acres – Construction continues a fall 2025 opening is anticipated. Jaybird Senior Living will manage the 75-unit senior housing facility near County Rd 47 and Riverwood Drive. Previous Information: Rio Gran Express – 601 31st Street E – Property has been transferred, and construction has begun for the trucking garage. Zoning Code Update – Staff continues to meet with the consultant to go over the draft plan. 418 Vermillion Street – Dicks Barber – All tenants have moved out and staff is preparing the building for vacancy. National Guard Armory – Parking and Stormwater – Construction has begun on the project. The City Council approved the site plan at the January 21st meeting for stormwater and parking lot improvements. Walden - Redwing Blvd & Michael Avenue – Developer anticipates submittal of land use applications in Spring\Summer. Awaiting revisions to deem the application complete and schedule for Planning Commission review. Park and Recreation Commission reviewed park dedication options in February for the 450-unit housing development Suite Living Senior Apartments – 33rd Street and Vermillion – Developer plans on beginning the project later this year. Approval for the 32-unit project was granted by the City Council in 2022. Sunset West 3rd Addition – Plans for development of 41 single family homes northwest of 15th Street and O’Connell Drive. South Oaks 4th Addition – Homes are under construction for the 35-lot single family home subdivision near 31st Street and Century Drive. United Heroes League – Stadium Seating and Locker Room – Site is currently under construction. 315 Pine Street - Thorwood – Monthly meetings have been established between the Building Official and owner to ensure timely completion. Substantial demolition work has occurred on the inside of the property and framing has commenced. Special Use Permit for use of the first-floor area for a 25–30-person meeting space approved by City Council. Hastings Coop Creamery – Fire investigation has concluded, and site has been cleared for cleanup. Staff is working with owners on cleanup plan. No further information on the future of the business or site. Dakota County Law Enforcement Addition – Construction of the 13,000 s.f. Integrative Health Unit is underway. Hastings Theater – 1313-1325 South Frontage Rd – Building being converted into multiple office\warehouse, restaurant, and entertainment spaces. Shephard of the Valley - Townhomes – Staff has reviewed concept plans for approximately 15 townhome units east of Shepard of the Valley Church located near 4th Street and Whispering Lane. The City Council approved a minor subdivision to split the church land from the development site at the July 17th Meeting. Heritage Ridge – Grading activities have commenced for the final addition of the 116-lot single family residential development near General Sieben Drive and Northridge Drive. City Council approved a one-year extension on the final phase of the project at the July 17th meeting. Villas at Pleasant – More permits have been submitted for construction and work continues on the first model home at the 32-unit subdivision near Northridge and Pleasant. ATTACHMENTS  Agenda – June 12, 2025, Regular Meeting  Minutes – May 8, 2025, Regular Meeting  Bills – May 2025  Sales Listing Agreement – Gaughan Companies  Hastings Marketing Plan  Industrial Park for Sale document  Industrial Park for Lease document  GZA GeoEnvironmental – Geotechnical Services Proposal + Contract  GZA GeoEnvironmental – Phase I ESA + Hazmat Proposal + Contract  Braun Intertec Proposal  Stantec Proposal  Summit Envirosolutions Proposal  HEDRA 2026 Budget Priorities  HEDRA Strategic Plan Next Meeting: Thursday, July 10, 2025 – 6:00pm – Regular Meeting