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Home My WebLink About03-01-17 EDCCall To Order Approval Of The Agenda Minutes 11 -02 -16 EDC Minutes 11 -02 -16 EDC MINUTES.PDF 01 -04 -17 EDC Minutes 01 -04 -17 EDC MINUTES.PDF Unfinished And New Business Newsletter Topics MEMO.PDF Business Retention And Expansion Program MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF Higher Education Study MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Updates Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update MEMO.PDF Commission Members Council Liaison Staff Comments Adjourn A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Chair: Dan Erickson Commissioners: David Radziej Kyle Lassen Liz Johnson Evan Cordes Rob Williams Vacant Vacant Council Liaison: Dave McClung Economic Development Commission March 1, 2017 8:00 am to 9:30 am City Hall Address: 1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone: 651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City Vision Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play. Agenda 1. 2. 3. 3.A. Documents: 3.B. Documents: 4. 4.A. Documents: 4.B. Documents: 4.C. Documents: 5. 5.A. Documents: 5.B. 5.C. 5.D. 6. Call To OrderApproval Of The AgendaMinutes11-02 -16 EDC Minutes11-02 -16 EDC MINUTES.PDF01-04 -17 EDC Minutes01-04 -17 EDC MINUTES.PDFUnfinished And New BusinessNewsletter Topics MEMO.PDF Business Retention And Expansion Program MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF Higher Education Study MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Updates Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update MEMO.PDF Commission Members Council Liaison Staff Comments Adjourn A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Chair:Dan Erickson Commissioners:David RadziejKyle LassenLiz JohnsonEvan CordesRob WilliamsVacantVacantCouncil Liaison:Dave McClung Economic Development Commission March 1, 2017 8:00 am to 9:30 am City Hall Address:1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone:651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City VisionArden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play. Agenda1.2.3.3.A.Documents:3.B.Documents:4.4.A.Documents: 4.B. Documents: 4.C. Documents: 5. 5.A. Documents: 5.B. 5.C. 5.D. 6. CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION NOVEMBER 2, 2016 8:00 AM CITY HALL -- 1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96 CALL MEETING TO ORDER Chair Erickson called the meeting to order at 8:05 am ROLL CALL Present: Commissioner David Radziej and Commissioner Liz Johnson Also Present: Senior Planner Matthew Bachler and Council Liaison Brenda Holden 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA It was the consensus of the Commission to accept the agenda as presented. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was the consensus of the Commission to accept the June 1, 2016 and September 7, 2016 meeting minutes as presented. 3. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS A. State of the City Report Senior Planner Bachler noted that the State of the City event was held on September 29 at Flaherty’s Arden Bowl. Representatives from the TCAAP Master Development Team and MnDot were at that meeting to present updates. The person from Land O’Lakes had to cancel last minute but Mayor Grant stepped in to present their information. Senior Planner Bachler indicated the event had approximately 70 people attend, and in 2015 there were two events with a total of 75 attendees. An evening State of the City event has not been held yet this year until work has progressed further with TCAAP. Senior Planner Bachler noted that approximately 10-15 people RSVP’d through Eventbrite, although people were not required to register through that site. EDC Minutes November 2, 2016 Page 2 of 4 Commissioner Johnson commented that the attendance of 70 at the morning event was significant. Senior Planner Bachler noted that there was not a sign in sheet this year so we did not track how many in attendance were business people or private citizens. Council Liaison Holden said she thought about 70% of the attendees were business people. Commissioner Johnson noted that people were happy to have the postcards delivered to their businesses. She felt the event went well and was educational. Council Liaison Holden thought there would have been a better introduction of the Alatus Partners. Senior Planner Bachler explained that that was what staff had requested and recommended. Commissioner Radziej agreed that he would have liked to have heard more about the team themselves but felt it was well received. Senior Planner Bachler stated the cost for this year’s event was approximately $2100, which was about the same as the 2015 event. Commissioner Radziej asked if there was a set budget for the event and if more could be spent in the future if they chose to change venues and expand. Senior Planner Bachler responded that there was not a budget set at this time. It was agreed that a larger venue might be necessary next year. B. 2017 Work Plan Senior Planner Bachler explained that staff put together a draft 2017 Work Plan for the EDC. A tentative meeting is scheduled with the Economic Development Authority on January 30. The meeting will be a joint work session with a chance for the EDC to show what they have worked on in the past year and what they plan to work on in the coming year. Goals: new member recruitment, and marketing and outreach, which includes working with the Communications Committee. Commissioner Radziej asked to discuss the relationship with the Communications Committee. Senior Planner Bachler said that in the past EDC members would write articles about and for local businesses and the Communications Committee would write similar articles so the EDC articles were often not published. Now if the Communications Committee wants someone from the EDC to write an article they will ask. EDC Minutes November 2, 2016 Page 3 of 4 Council Liaison Holden stated the need for a policy in regards to introduction of new businesses in the monthly newsletter. Commissioner Johnson feels we should have an online business directory. Discussion ensued regarding the involvement level with the Communications Committee and if it should be included in the Work Plan. Commissioner Radziej asked for clarification on working with staff to plan additional small business outreach events. Senior Planner Bachler said there was a group that was working on events but after having to cancel one of the events they basically disbanded but it would be beneficial to continue to have them. Senior Planner Bachler noted the Business Retention Expansion program items were also on the Work Plan for last year, but due to limited staff time they could not be completed. The Commercial Real Estate Roundtable was going to be convened by the St. Paul Chamber but the lead person started at the Minneapolis Chamber and transitioned away from the Roundtable. We will need to reconnect with the St. Paul Chamber contact and have a meeting with them. Senior Planner Bachler explained the recent moratorium that was approved by Council to limit higher education uses in the city. A study will take place over the next year and the EDC will probably have a role in that report. Also, the EDC will need to provide feedback on the City’s new Comprehensive Plan. Work is anticipated to start the early part of next year and the EDC will be commenting on the economic and redevelopment sections of the plan. Commissioner Radziej wanted to know if there was a process in place for marketing and outreach to new businesses. Senior Planner Bachler stated that we are trying to keep a running list of new businesses and visit a certain number of them each quarter. Commissioner Radziej said the names could be distributed to the EDC members and they could help make visits. Discussion ensued about timelines and expectations of the business visits. 4. UPDATES A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update Senior Planner Bachler stated there was a study done to potentially extend the Bus Rapid Transit line to TCAAP site but at this time there is not enough density to support the extension. This will most likely be re-evaluated as the site becomes developed. Discussion ensued. EDC Minutes November 2, 2016 Page 4 of 4 Senior Planner Bachler noted the City Council has been meeting regularly with the Master Development team in Work Sessions and reviewing proposed amendments to the TCAAP Redevelopment Code. A public Open House will be held on November 16 at the Ramsey County Public Works Facility, from 4:30 – 7:30. A series of stations will be set up and members of the Development team will be at each station to answer questions. A mailing will be sent out and information will be on the City’s website. Discussion ensued regarding design standards in the Redevelopment Code. B. Commission Members None. C. Council Liaison Council Liaison Holden stated that the Council passed a moratorium on higher education so they can look at where it fits in the City. Zoning in particular will be discussed. Council Liaison Holden said she is concerned about sustainability of the retail sections in the town center area of TCAAP and asked for feedback from the Commission. Council Liaison Holden noted that Med Express will be going in next to Walgreens in Arden Plaza. Council Liaison Holden said there is concern about Scherer Brothers and Big Ten leaving the City due to MnDot’s decision to close Hwy 10 so there would be no access to those businesses. Council Liaison Holden also stated that Bremer Bank has brought a forward a proposal to reconfigure their corner by adding two other buildings. Senior Planner Bachler noted that Bremer Bank would be downsizing their own building and adding a 7500 square foot commercial building and a day care center building. D. Staff Comments None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:10 a.m. __________________________ __________________________ _ Dan Erickson, Chair Matthew Bachler Senior Planner CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JANUARY 4, 2017 8:00 AM CITY HALL -- 1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96 SUMMARY OF MEETING – NO QUORUM Present: Commissioners Liz Johnson and David Radziej Absent: Commissioners Dan Erickson, Kyle Lassen, Evan Cordes, and Ed von Holtum Also Present: Senior Planner Matthew Bachler and Deputy Clerk Jolene Trauba Meeting opened at 8:00 a.m. Senior Planner Bachler stated that there was an absence of a quorum of EDC Commissioners. He noted that not motions or voting would occur until a quorum was recognized. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 a.m. __________________________ __________________________ Dan Erickson, Chair Matthew Bachler Senior Planner City of Arden Hills Economic Development Commission March 1, 2017 Page 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM DATE: March 1, 2017 EDC Agenda Item 4.A TO: Economic Development Commission Chair and Commissioners FROM: Matthew Bachler, Senior Planner SUBJECT: 2017 Newsletter Topics Requested Action Suggest topics for the Arden Hills newsletter. Discussion For several years, EDC Commissioners contributed business-focused articles for the Arden Hills Notes newsletter. After discussions with the staff liaison to the Communications Committee, it was suggested that the EDC contribute business-related topics, and the Communications Committee will write articles when space is available. The exception may be articles featuring new businesses in Arden Hills, specifically those that are not focused on local consumers. Communications Committee members are often unaware of these new businesses. When EDC Commissioners visit new businesses, it would be helpful if content and photos could be provided to staff to share with the Communications Committee. Potential article topics for 2017 include: • Business Retention and Expansion visits in the Red Fox/Grey Fox District • Land O’Lakes campus expansion project • Public infrastructure improvements for the TCAAP redevelopment • 2017 State of the City (summary report) • Highlight new businesses, particularly those with high-quality jobs that sell goods and services outside of Arden Hills. Commissioners are requested to comment on the potential 2017 newsletter topics. City of Arden Hills Economic Development Commission March 1, 2017 Page 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM DATE: March 1, 2017 EDC Agenda Item 4.B TO: Economic Development Commission Chair and Commissioners FROM: Matthew Bachler, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Business Retention and Expansion Program Background The EDC recommended that the City focus its Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) visits on the Red Fox-Grey Fox Business District in 2016. Due to limited staff time, business visits were not completed in 2016. Staff is recommending that these visits be completed in 2017. Staff has compiled a list of priority businesses to set up meetings with over the upcoming months. The goal for this year is to visit between 4 and 6 of these companies. In compiling the list, staff prioritized non-retail businesses that were either not visited as part of the 2015 BRE Program or are new companies that have moved into the Red Fox Business Center. Staff has also drafted a list of supplementary questions to go along with the general BRE survey questions. These questions focus on transportation issues, changes in the character of the business district, and why new companies have chosen to locate in the area. The EDC will be notified of scheduled visits and invited to participate when available. Discussion Questions 1. Does the EDC agree with the list of priority businesses compiled by staff? Are there any additional companies that the City should try to visit? 2. Does the EDC agree with the supplementary questions drafted by staff? Are there other types of questions that should be added? Attachments A. Priority Business Visit List B. BRE Survey Supplementary Questions Business Name Sector Business IntriCon Manufacturing Body-worn Devices Aspect LED Manufacturing LED Products Caerus Manufacturing Animal Casts, Splints, and Braces Asdco/API Distribution Industrial and Construction Materials Pace Industries Manufacturing Die Casting Adherent Laboratories Professional & Business Services Adhesive Laboratory and Consulting Top Case Manufacturing Custom Cases Apex Technology Health Care Software 2017 BRE Visits Priority List - Red Fox-Grey Fox District (03-01-17) 2017 BRE Visits – Supplementary Questions Red Fox-Grey Fox Business District (03-01-17) Transportation Questions 1. What types of transportation does your business use for shipping and receiving goods? 2. On average, how many in-bound/out-bound trips do you have per day? 3. Is there a typical route trucks use to get to and from the highway? 4. Have truck drivers experienced any delays due to traffic? If so, where do these delays typically happen and at what times of the day? Have truck drivers been able to find alternative routes to avoid congested areas? General Questions 1. How has the character of the area changed over recent years? What are some of the signs of this change? How have changes impacted your business? 2. If you envision your business expanding within the next 5 years, do you see yourself growing within your existing facility or looking for space elsewhere? Red Fox Business Center Questions 1. Where was your business previously located? 2. What were some of the reasons you decided to relocate your business to this facility? 3. What has the preliminary feedback been from your employees on the new location? City of Arden Hills Economic Development Commission March 1, 2017 Page 1 of 1 DATE: March 1, 2017 EDC Agenda Item 4.C TO: Economic Development Commission Chair and Commissioners FROM: Matthew Bachler, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Higher Education Moratorium Study Background On October 10, 2016, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2016-008 An Interim Ordinance Temporarily Prohibiting Land Use Applications and Reviews for Higher Education Uses in Residential, Business, Industrial, and Other Zones. The moratorium can last up to one year to prepare a study to determine the impacts and benefits from higher education land uses and provide recommendations for possible Zoning Code and/or Comprehensive Plan amendments regarding higher education uses. On February 13, 2017, the City Council approved a proposal from WSB & Associates to complete the planning and economic development study (Attachment A). The Economic Development Commission will be asked to review and provide feedback on the following components of the study at upcoming meetings. Additional information on the topic areas will be provided to the EDC prior to the meetings. EDC Meeting Topic April 5 Review typical employment and economic activity from allowed commercial and employment uses June 7 Examine amount of land and building space available in commercial and employment zones WSB will prepare a final report that will include possible Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan Amendments based on the report’s recommendations. It is expected that the EDC will review the report recommendations at their meeting on August 2. Attachments A. Schedule & Scope for Planning & Economic Development Services for a Higher Education Study MEMORANDUM 701 Xenia Avenue South | Suite 300 | Minneapolis, MN 55416 | (763) 541-4800 Building a legacy – your legacy. Equal Opportunity Employer | wsbeng.com January 12, 2017 William Joynes City Administrator City of Arden Hills 1245 West Highway 96 Arden Hills, MN 55112 Re: Proposed Schedule and Scope for Planning & Economic Development Services for a Higher Education Study Dear Mr. Joynes: Thank you for the opportunity to submit a proposal to you and the City of Arden Hills for the completion of a higher education planning and economic development study. WSB & Associates, Inc. (WSB), in addition to our strong City Engineering and Community Planning and Economic Development Groups, also provides comprehensive services for communities that include: •Asset Management •Aviation •Construction Administration •Design Build •Energy •Environmental Compliance •Environmental Planning •GIS •Geotechnical Engineering •ITS •Landscape Architecture •Management Analysis •Pavement Management •Project Controls •Project Funding •Right of Way •Structures •Surveying •Transportation •Water Resources •Water/Wastewater 701 Xenia Avenue South | Suite 300 | Minneapolis, MN 55416 | (763) 541-4800 Building a legacy – your legacy. Equal Opportunity Employer | wsbeng.com Our Community Planning and Economic Development Team WSB’s Community Planning Group includes 9 community planning staff with a wide range of experience, expertise, and passions. Our group works collaboratively within the group and with other groups within the company to ensure the best value and over the top customer service for our clients. In addition to Arden Hills, we provide day‐to‐day planning/economic development services for 15 communities within Minnesota including Long Lake, North St. Paul, Ramsey, Maple Lake, Wyoming, and Litchfield. While planning/economic development services are tailored to the client, they can include: review of land use applications, building permit review, zoning administration, preparing packets, staffing, presenting information at Planning Commissions and Economic Development Authorities, business retention and expansion visits, and code enforcement. We can also prepare marketing materials in the form of Community Profiles, which highlight properties for sale and the community’s assets. Our community planners undertake special projects for cities including small area planning, community engagement efforts, downtown planning, housing studies, and comprehensive planning. Work Scope This project would include the analysis of how the community’s commercial and employment zones can be adjusted to better maintain a vibrant, high-tech business community. Based upon this approach we have developed the following scope of work for the project:  Review of Master Plans for Campuses  Identification of areas for use as higher education facilities  Review of commercial and industrial zoning districts uses  Options for higher education uses within Arden Hills  Land and building availability and use for study area  Job comparison and economic activity generated by different zoning uses  Report for proposed zoning changes for areas and zoning code text WSB’s Economic Development service is a comprehensive approach aimed directly at helping you achieve your city’s economic goals and development objectives. We will utilize our expertise in community development and planning to assist in all phases of the planning process from pre- application to identifying potential funding opportunities and closing the deal. In addition to the above information, we have also included information about additional WSB services in the appendix of the enclosed proposal. Once again, thank you for the opportunity to discuss Arden Hill’s plans for the commercial and employment zones. Our team looks forward to helping you grow and develop the community. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Eric at (763) 762-2837. Sincerely, WSB & Associates, Inc. Eric Zweber, AICP City Planner 701 Xenia Avenue South, Suite 300 · Minneapolis, MN 55416 Tel: (763) 541-4800 · Fax: (763) 541-1700 · wsbeng.com Contact: Eric Zweber, AICP (763) 762-2837 ezweber@wsbeng.com Table of Contents Schedule................................................................................................2 Scope and Fee Schedule ......................................................................3 Key Personnel .......................................................................................5 Proposer Qualiﬁ cations & Experience ...................................................8 Appendix - Additional Firm Information Proposed Schedule & Scope for Planning & Economic Development Services for a Higher Education Study for the City of Arden Hills Schedule / 2 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Schedule Month Planning Commission Economic Development Committee City Council March ·Review Campus Master Plans and where Higher Education is allowed ·Review uses allowed in commercial and industrial ·Joint worksession April ·Review typical employment and economic activity from uses May ·Review typical employment and economic activity from uses ·Review how other communities zone for higher education June ·Examine amount of land and building space available in commercial and employment zones ·Examine amount of land and building space available in commercial and employment zones ·Review draft study report July ·Review draft study report and propose Zoning Code text and/or Comprehensive Plan amendments August ·Review Zoning Code text and/or Comprehensive Plan amendments ·Review recommendations ·Review recommendations Scope and Fee Schedule / 3 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Scope and Fee Schedule 2017 Fee Schedule Billing Rate/Hour Principal $160-$180 Associate / Sr. Project Manager / Sr. Project Engineer $143-$180 Project Manager $125-$137 Project Engineer $109-$138 Graduate Engineer $82-$102 Sr. Landscape Architect / Sr. Planner / Sr. GIS Specialist $113-$142 Landscape Architect / Planner / GIS Specialist $67-$107 Engineering Specialist / Sr. Environmental Scientist $94-$135 Coring Crew One-Person Crew $165 Two-Person Crew $245 Survey Crew One-Person Crew $135 Two-Person Crew $172 Three-Person Crew $189 Underwater Inspection Dive Team $470 Offi ce Technician $45-$88 Costs associated with word processing, cell phones, reproduction of common correspondence, and mailing are included in the above hourly rates. Vehicle mileage is included in our billing rates (excluding geotechnical service rates). Mileage can be charged separately, if specifi cally outlined by contract. Reimbursable expenses include costs associated with plan, specifi cation and report reproduction, permit fee,delivery cost, etc. Multiple rates illustrate the varying levels of experience within each category. Rate Schedule is adjusted annually. Scope and Fee Schedule / 4 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Scope of Work Fee Background and Campus Master Plans $5,000 Commercial and Employment Uses Analysis $1,500 Employment and Economic Activity Analysis $6,500 Other Community's Regulation for Higher Education Uses $2,500 Commercial and Employment Parcel and Building Space Analysis $5,500 Zoning Code and/or Comprehensive Plan Amendments $4,000 Final Report $5,000 Total $30,000 The Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan Amendment is assumed to be adding and/or removing uses and rezoning of individual parcels. Amendments of greater detail and analysis, such as the creation of new zoning district, would be an additional service billed Key Personnel / 5 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Key Personnel Project Manager/ Senior Planner Eric Zweber, AICP Community Planner Community Planner Hannah Rybak Addison Lewis Community Planner Kurt Bearinger Economic Development Coordinator Jim Gromberg Key Personnel / 6 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Eric Zweber, AICP Project Manager/Senior Planner Eric is a senior planner and land use specialist at WSB. He has 15 years of experience working directly with residents, business, agencies, and other stakeholders on a variety of plans, programs, and projects. Eric has direct experience in single and multiple family housing, commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use developments. He has experience working for a number of communities in Minnesota, including Arden Hills, Rosemount, Victoria and Wayzata, as well as for communities in Oregon and Wisconsin. He has a deep understanding of development and land use and takes a proactive approach to ﬁ nding design solutions that meet the community’s goals and the existing market forces. Highway 13 Redevelopment Study | Savage, MN Eric served as the project manager for the Highway 13 Redevelopment Study which reviewed a 70 year old industrial park with many non-conforming lots and non-conforming uses. The Study included interviews with business and property owners; an evaluation of the existing buildings and infrastructure; code and fee comparisons with ﬁ ve neighboring cities; and short, medium and long term recommendations to redevelop underutilized sites and improve the study area for existing successful businesses. Jim Gromberg Economic Development Coordinator Jim has over 25 years of experience in economic development including both redevelopment projects and greenﬁ eld developments. Most recently, Jim was the State of Minnesota’s Business Development Representative for the Twin Cities metro area, focusing on the attraction of new businesses to the state and assisting businesses in expanding their current locations. Jim has also served as the Vice President for Business Banking for Landmark Bank focusing primarily on SBA lending, the Business and Community Relations Manager for Connexus Energy, City Manager for Isanti, and Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Ramsey. Jim has also served as the President of the Economic Development Association of Minnesota, President of the Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce, Vice-Chairperson of the Anoka-Ramsey Community College Foundation, and Mid-America Economic Development Council Board of Directors. Princeton Industrial Park Expansion Plan Jim served as the Project Manager for the project for the City of Princeton. The project consisted of review and analysis of the city’s existing industrial land, potential sites in the growth boundary area, and the market for new industrial land in the area. The analysis included: industrial market overview, examining market trends and data for Princeton’s Market Area, industrial market jobs data and industrial land development trends within the Market Area, and the current vacant industrial sites in the City that are available for development. State of Minnesota Regional Business Development Representative Jim represented the state on recruitment visits to other markets both nationally and internationally to promote Minnesota as a site for future expansions. He successfully completed development projects that included over $500 million in new development including: ·CSI new headquarters and production facility on a brownfi eld site in New Brighton, 2014 ·The promotion of the T-CAP site as a home for the new Carefusion facility ·Toro Corporate Headquarters ·Olympus Research and Development Facility Key Personnel / 7 A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Hannah Rybak Community Planner Hannah has earned a bachelor’s degree in urban and regional studies from Minnesota State University Mankato, and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Urban Planning. Hannah works closely with the rest of the planning team on data collection, research, and plan writing. She also provides zoning administration services to the Cities of Cottage Grove and South St. Paul. Hannah is very passionate about the community engagement process and enjoys seeing citizen input on projects become a reality. Hannah has collaborated with other WSB planners on several comprehensive plans, including the Medina Comprehensive Plan, Zumbrota Comprehensive Plan, Grand Forks 2040 Land Use Plan, and St. Anthony Comprehensive Plan. On these plans she collected and analyzed demographic data, wrote applicable sections of the plan, and assisted with community engagement efforts. Hannah has also spent a signiﬁ cant amount of time becoming familiar with the extensive Metropolitan Council requirements for all 2040 Comprehensive Plans within the seven-county metropolitan area. For her capstone project for her master’s degree, Hannah led a small group of students in creating the ﬁ rst Comprehensive Plan for the City of Bellechester, MN. Addison Lewis Community Planner Addison has a variety of experience with community engagement and listening to stakeholder concerns. In addition to contributing to the community engagement processes associated with other small area plans and comprehensive plans completed by WSB, Addison has also served as a communications specialist and business liaison for road construction and design projects, meeting with stakeholders to ensure communication is delivered upfront and that all concerns are heard. Addison also serves as the City Planner for the communities of Long Lake and Falcon Heights and understands the importance of implementable plans and zoning ordinances. Kurt Bearinger Community Planner Kurt is a community planning specialist at WSB. He is a 2016 graduate from Iowa State University with a Masters of Community and Regional Planning. During his time in Central Iowa, Kurt assisted in the update of Des Moines’ Comprehensive Plan. He was also the lead researcher on a project focused on improving Des Moines’ live music scene and music economy. Kurt’s communication skills and research abilities will be major assets to this project. A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Proposer Qualifi cations & Experience / 8 City of Monticello Economic Development Services Contact: Jim Thares, Economic Development Manager, (763) 271-3254, Jim.Thares@ci.monticello.mn.us Currently in fourth year of a Matching contract with the City of Monticello. Work tasks associated with this contract include: gathering and analyzing demographic, economic, and market information from ESRI’s Business Analyst, preparation and update of a Community Proﬁ le, development of developer database and ongoing networking with key business contacts interested in the Monticello market, follow up on speciﬁ c site prospects, and attendance at regional and statewide site selector and market trend information meetings including Minnesota Marketing Partnership, DEED, and GREATERMSP. Proposer Qualifi cations & Experience 4140 Thielman Lane, Suite 204 St. Cloud, MN 56301 Tel: (320) 252-4900 · Fax: (320) 534-5951 wsbeng.com April 10, 2015 Proposal to Provide an:INDUSTRIAL PARK Expansion PlanExpansion Plan for the Princeton Economic Development Authority Destination for Innovation Join the many businesses that have confidently inve s t e d i n Monticello, a destination for innovatio n a n d l e a d i n g Minnesota tech community. City of Princeton Industrial Park Plan Contact: Jolene Foss; Economic Development Director; 763-389-2040; Jolene@princetonmn.org The WSB team was commissioned by the City of Princeton to complete a land use and economic analysis of their industrial park and additional land that may be needed to accommodate business retention, expansion, and recruitment. This study included in-person interviews with each industrial business in Princeton, the compilation of a database of contacts, current and future business needs. The ﬁ nal piece of this plan is to identify land needs and recommends areas for industrial park expansion and funding/ ﬁ nancing opportunities. A Proposal to Provide Planning Services for a Small Area Study for the City of Arden Hills Proposer Qualifi cations & Experience / 9 City of Savage Re-Development Plan Contact: Bryan Tucker, Planning Director; 952-882-2692; btucker@ci.savage.mn.us WSB is currently completing a Re-Development Plan for the City of Savage for an area along a visible Highway 13 near Highway 101. Consisting of a variety of industrial properties, this study includes the identiﬁ cation and inventory of the businesses within the study area, in person interviews with businesses and property owners, and an analysis of policymakers’ visions and goals for the area. Ramsey Shovel Ready Certifi cation Contact: Patrick Brama, Assistant City Administrator; (763) 433-9903, pbrama@ci.ramsey.mn.us WSB was engaged to complete the information required for 5 sites in the City of Ramsey to be certiﬁ ed in Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Shovel ready program. This program allows for communities to identify sites for future development and complete the information that will be required for new development and site selectors. The information that is required and was completed by WSB included: ALTA surveys, Title work, Geotechnical reports, Environmental review including Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies, and Development materials. Appendix About WSB Early in their careers, the founders of WSB recognized that outstanding results are born from outstanding cultures. Since 1995, WSB has remained dedicated to creating a culture of relationship building, forward thinking, and collaboration that enables technically-advanced, thoughtful, and creative engineering and design solutions that build a legacy – your legacy. By inspiring each other to look beyond solutions for today, and capitalize on the opportunities of tomorrow, WSB has seen steady growth in staffing and professional service areas. The firm’s investment in staff and client education supports the collaborative, knowledge-driven, and inspiring environment that delivers results. Areas of Service In 1995, WSB’s services included municipal, transportation, water resources, and traffic. Today, the firm offers services in over 20 areas to seamlessly integrate planning, design and implementation: Firm Overview • Landscape Architecture • Management Analysis and Development • Municipal Engineering • Pavement Management/Forensics • Project Controls • Project Funding Assistance • Right of Way • Site Validation • Structures • Surveying • Transportation/Traffic • Water Resources • Water/Wastewater • Asset Management Systems • Aviation • Community Planning • Construction Administration • Design-Build • Economic Development • Energy • Environmental Compliance • Environmental Planning and Natural Resources • Geographic Information Systems • Geotechnical Engineering • Intelligent Transportation Systems • Private Development Services Minneapolis 701 Xenia Avenue South Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (763) 541-4800 St. Cloud 4140 Thielman Lane Suite 204 St. Cloud, MN 56301 (320) 252-4900 St. Paul 477 Temperance Street St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 286-8488 Rochester 1648 Third Avenue SE Rochester, MN 55904 (507) 289-7333 Bismarck 4501 Coleman Street Suite 205 Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 403-0338 Rochester-DT Odd Fellows Building 23 Second Street SW Suite 200 Rochester, MN 55902 (507) 218-3745 Burnsville 540 Gateway Blvd. Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 737-4660 Baxter 15574 Edgewood Dr. Suite 103 Baxter, MN 56425 (218) 824-3960 Staff WSB’s growing staff of 350 includes 17 Principals, 30 Associates, and 75 registered Professional Engineers. In total, WSB has 97 registered professionals and leads the industry with 38% female group leaders. In the last year, we have welcomed over 40 new staff members to the firm, each joining to support the evolving needs of our government, commercial, and energy clients. With this growth, WSB is able to support the innovation and technical excellence you would expect from a national firm, while maintaining the trusting and meaningful relationships found with a local firm. WSB Way WSB team members embody a set of staff-developed principles called the WSB Way. This defines the firm’s culture and value system, as well as the manner in which we serve each other and our clients. These values challenge employees to strive for: • Over-the-top customer service • Integrity • Technical excellence A Top Workplace Employee satisfaction is a key component to WSB’s culture. Staff members are empowered to make decisions and given the resources they need to reach their full potential. As a result, the Star Tribune has named WSB a Top Workplace in Minnesota since 2013. This award recognizes progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions regarding organizational health, job expectations, and management. WSB takes this honor very seriously and strives to create an environment where employees feel challenged, excited, and appreciated. The firm has also been recognized for a number of project awards, listed as a Zweig Hot Firm, and has seen an upward trend in ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms - ranked at #441 in 2013, and #288 in 2015. Education and Leadership Successful innovation requires continued education and collaboration. WSB University offers employees and clients programs to refine their skills, explore emerging ideas in the industry, and most importantly - collaborate. With a vibrant space specifically designed to encourage innovation through the use of collaborative work areas and access to the latest technology, WSB University leads the industry in employee and client education. While originally intended to act as a support system for innovation, WSB University has, as a result, become an innovative program. This resource supports the firm’s view that by learning, we teach. By teaching, we collaborate. Together, we build a legacy. Culture Government WSB works side by side with government staff and elected officials as an extension of their staff. We bring a network of support to the community and take pride in shaping the development and strength of each government agency. Our commitment to understanding the everyday challenges first-hand has given us the ability to provide more efficient and impactful solutions that withstand the test of time. Commercial Improving the bottom line in a schedule-driven environment is top of mind for our commercial clients. The depth of WSB’s services and expertise provides the support needed to streamline work processes, expedite approvals, and minimize risk. WSB helps clients reach their goals with cost-effective and technically advanced solutions that support even the most aggressive timelines. Energy The energy marketplace is rapidly changing, requiring a great deal of flexibility, creativity, and agility. With on-site, year-round training courses, WSB staff and clients receive industry-specific tools to help stay ahead of the curve. These cutting-edge resources have opened the door to innovative and creative solutions that we use to support, challenge, and inspire our energy clients. Markets We Serve Page 1 of 1 DATE: March 1, 2017 EDC Agenda Item 5.A TO: Economic Development Commission Chair and Commissioners FROM: Matthew Bachler, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update On December 12, 2016, the City Council approved amendments to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, TCAAP Regulating Plan, and TCAAP Redevelopment Code. The amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and regulatory documents were requested by the TCAAP Master Developer in order to facilitate their redevelopment plans for the property. The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved the amended TCAAP Master Plan on December 20, 2016. On January 30, 2017, the City Council discussed the Option Agreement to purchase the 1.6-acre Civic property on TCAAP. The Agreement provides the City up to 7 years to acquire the site with the timeframe beginning once the JDA approves the Master Development Agreement. The City has an incentive to move quickly on developing a plan as an earlier sale will result in better financial terms for the City. The City Council directed staff to prepare the structure of a Task Force that will investigate and recommend to the City Council potential uses for the Civic property, including a city hall, community center, recreational and fitness center, event and educational center, and other options. The Task Force will be supported by a consulting firm the City will select to manage the planning process for the property. On February 12, 2017, the City Council approved the composition of the Task Force, which will include two members of the Economic Development Commission. The first meeting of the Task Force will be convened after a consulting firm has been selected. MEMORANDUM