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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 9, 2023 at 6:00
p.m. at Hastings City Hall.
HEDRA Commissioners Present: Goblirsch, Horsch, Johnson, Carter, Fox, and Pemble
HEDRA Commissioners Absent: Anderson
Staff Present: Community Development Director John Hinzman
Economic Development Coordinator Eric Maass
I. Quorum
A quorum was established and the meeting was called to order by President Horsch
at 6:00 PM with six members present.
II. Minutes
Commissioner Fox motioned to approve the minutes from the regular meeting of February
9, 2023 as presented, seconded by Commissioner Johnson.
Ayes 6; Nays 0. Motion approved.
III. Bills
Hinzman summarized the bills and pointed out the payments for Wood Sealing for the
Confluence and bills from marketing Restaurant Week. Commissioner Johnson inquired if
there are additional items the Confluence is waiting on from HEDRA. Hinzman indicated
the vapor mitigation system will be tested in May. Motion made by Commissioner Goblirsch
and seconded by Commissioner Pemble to approve the bills as presented. Ayes 6; Nays 0.
Motion approved.
IV. Business
A. Adopt 2023/2024 HEDRA Strategic Plan
Maass introduced the proposed 2023/2024 HEDRA Strategic Plan based
upon Commissioner feedback during HEDRA’s February 9th workshop. Staff
has prepared a strategic plan matrix which each include five key categories
that include specific tasks, budget allocation, and timeline for completion.
Commission expressed appreciation for staff’s work on the plan and inquired
if the items presented are within HEDRA’s budget. Maass indicated all items
are included within the budget, noting that the project to maintain aging /
naturally occurring affordable housing stock is new to HEDRA.
Commissioner Fox motioned to adopt the 2023/2024 HEDRA Strategic Plan,
seconded by Commissioner Carter. Ayes 6; Nays 0. Motion approved.
B. Resolution #2023-03 Approving Purchase and Acquisition of PID’s 19-
32150-28-087, 19-32150-28-086 and 19-32150-28-080
Maass introduced the potential purchase and acquisition of three properties on Block
28. Maass indicated staff has been in negotiations with Twelve Thirteen Properties,
LLC. Potential acquisition would include PID’s 19-32150-28-087, 19-32150-28-086,
and 19-32150-28-080. The actual purchase agreement includes a leaseback to current
owner for a period of 2 years.
Commission discussion on maintaining insurance. Maass indicated the seller would
be required to maintain insurance. Maass shared the agreement included HEDRA
leasing the space to the seller for $1/year. Commission appreciation on staff work to
continue the process and taking HEDRA’s wishes and concerns into consideration.
Commissioner Fox made the motion to approve the resolution, seconded by
Commissioner Carter.
V. Reports and Information
A. Development Updates:
Hinzman provided an update on current developments.
VI. Closed Door Session – Review Potential Purchase of Property
Commissioner Pemble made a motion to close the meeting pursuant to Minn. Stat.
13D.05, subd. 3(c) to determine the offer for purchase of property located on Block
28, Town of Hastings, seconded by Commissioner Johnson. Ayes 6; Nays 0. Motion
approved.
Commissioner Fox made a motion to reopen the meeting, seconded by
Commissioner Carter. Ayes 6, Nays, 0. Motion approved.
VII. Adjourn
A. Commissioner Pemble made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 p.m.,
seconded by Commissioner Johnson. Motion passed 6-0. Meeting adjourned.
Next Meeting: Thursday, April 13, 2023
Respectively Submitted: Emily King