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Home My WebLink AboutI.A - Agenda NotesHASTINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY October 9, 2025 - 6:00 pm. HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. Quorum II. Minutes Please see the attached HEDRA Meeting minutes from the September 11th Regular Meeting for your review and approval. III. Bills September Bills Precision Landscaping $565.00 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion St – Lawn Care – July Xcel Energy $303.19 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion St – Electricity – July-Aug BMO Credit Card $197.40 Administration – Finance and Commerce Subscription Electro Watchman $104.85 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion St – Alarm Monitor – Sep-Nov BMO Credit Card $90.00 Administration – Econ Dev Assoc of MN on the Road Centerpoint Energy $18.28 Block 28 – 400 Vermillion St – Gas – July-Aug Centerpoint Energy $13.22 Block 28 – 418 Vermillion St, Ste 1 – Gas – Final IV. Business A. Block 28 – Gateway Environmental 1) Phase I Environmental Report In June, HEDRA authorized the execution of a contract to have GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc perform a Phase One Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and Hazardous Material Assessment. Staff received the reports from the consultants, and evidence of recognized environmental conditions were found. The consultant is recommending a Phase II ESA be performed along with planning to prepare a Response Action Plan (RAP) and any abatement plans for hazardous materials found in a couple of the properties. The recognized environmental conditions were as follows: - Chemical odors were identified during geotechnical evaluation - The northeast portion of the property was previously an automotive repair shop that was in use before current regulatory standards and requires further investigation - Potential for petroleum-impacted soils - Various materials in 412 Vermillion St (Country Nites Saloon) and 418 Vermillion St (Dick’s Barber Shop) came back positive for asbestos and will require abatement before the entire site is demolished No action required. Please see the attached Phase 1 Executive Summary for further information. 2) Resolution 2025-10: Authorize Submittal of Application for Tax Based Revitalization Account Grant To financially assist HEDRA in performing a Phase II ESA, and develop a Response Action Plan (RAP), Staff is applying for a Tax Based Revitalization Account – Site Investigation Grant. This grant, administered by the Metropolitan Council, is for up to $50,000 to assist in further environmental investigation activities. It requires a 25% match, and the funds must be spent within one year. Staff are seeking bids from GZA for the Phase II, RAP development, and Abatement Plan, which will be used for this application. A resolution authorizing application is required Action: Motion to approve Resolution 2025-10 authorizing application for the Tax Base Revitalization Account – Site Investigation Grant B. Resolution 2025-09: Façade Improvement Program Grant – Hafstad – 221 Sibley St HEDRA has received an application from Luke Hafstad, who represents the property at 221 Sibley Street. The full scope of the project includes the following: - Replacing southern facing windows - Tuckpointing around the eastern doorway The project has eligible costs totaling $9,440.00; Under the program, the grant award is based on matching funds of $2 of private investment for every $1 of grant funding. Action: Motion to approve Resolution 2025-09 approving a façade improvement program grant award to Luke Hafstad in the amount of one-third of the eligible project cost, up to $5,000.00. Please see the attached application for further information. V. Reports and Information A. Industrial Park Marketing - Gaughan Gaughan Companies provided Staff with an update from September activities. These included multiple conversations with interested potential partners, but no introductions have been made to Staff. Additionally, Gaughan will be working with an architect to develop potential site plans for build-to-suit users. Please see the attached update from Gaughan for more information. B. Business Retention & Expansion Visits Staff recently engaged in a BR&E visit with Intek Plastics to discuss their pending remodel. Staff are actively setting up additional BR&E visits with Allina Health, ABM Machining, Graphic Design Inc, and Ardent Mills C. Development Updates New Information: Special Use Permit – Boat Sales – 624 Spiral Blvd On September 15th the City Council approved a Special Use Permit to conduct boat sales at 624 Spiral Blvd in the Industrial Park. The operation will occur in the office portion of the building with screened outside storage. IPB Battery would continue to operate out of the rear of the building with boat sales in the front. 1292 North Frontage Road – Carbones Pizza\Stacy’s Stars – Central Treatment Plant Construction approvals have been granted for the new Central Treatment Plant and demolition will be occurring shortly. Stacy’s Stars will be relocating to the 33rd Street strip mall near Coborn’s. Carbones pizza continues to work on finalizing lease details. Green 2 Go Cannabis License – On October 6th the City Council will consider granting a license to operate retail cannabis at 2103 Vermillion Street. This is the final step prior to operation. City Code allows for two cannabis licenses to be issued city-wide. Walden - Redwing Blvd & Michael Avenue – 310 Design Build has submitted a new concept plan for development of 190 single family, villa, and townhomes for the site. The overall layout of streets appears similar. A neighborhood meeting will be held to share changes with the neighbors. They hope to break ground this spring. The previous plan was for 450 units of single, townhome, apartments and senior housing. Rio Gran Express – 601 31st Street E – The building plans have been modified to reduce the size of the building and should be approved for construction shortly. Previous Information: Chase Bank – Cub Parking Lot Chase Bank has proposed construction of a bank in the parking lot north of Cub Foods near Highway 55 and General Sieben Drive. City Council approved the Site Plan on August 18th. Staff is awaiting building plans for construction. Suite Living Senior Apartments – 33rd Street and Vermillion – City Council reauthorized Site Plan approval on August 4th. The developer plans on beginning the project later this year. Approval for the 32-unit project was granted by the City Council in 2022. Heritage Ridge – City Council granted a one year extension on August 4th. Streets and utility construction may commence this year for the final addition of the 116-lot single family residential development near General Sieben Drive and Northridge Drive. 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. Zoning Code Update – Staff continues to meet with the consultant to go over the draft plan. 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. 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 plans. 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. 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 – October 9, 2025, Regular Meeting  Minutes – September 11, 2025, Regular Meeting  Bills – September 2025  Phase I Environmental Report – Block 28 Gateway  Resolution: Authorize Submittal of Application for Tax Based Revitalization Account Grant – Block 28 Gateway  Resolution: Façade Improvement Grant – Hafstad – 221 Sibley St  Application: Façade Improvement Grant – Hafstad – 221 Sibley St  Industrial Park Marketing Update – Gaughan Next Meeting: Thursday, November 13, 2025 – 6:00pm – Regular Meeting