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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-03-2023 JDA Agenda PacketJoint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project JDA MEETING AGENDA Monday, April 3, 2023, 5:30 p.m. at Arden Hills City Hall 1.Roll Call 2.Approve Agenda 3.Chair Comments 4.Public Input 5.Consent Agenda a. Approve February 4, 2019 Minutes b.Approve February 6, 2023 Minutes 6.New Business a.Receive Presentation from Ramsey County Parks & Recreation (Building 189 Schedule – Rice Creek Regional Trail Summary Presentation) b.Receive Presentation from Ramsey County Community & Economic Development (Economic Competitiveness & Inclusion Plan/Equitable Development Framework) c.Authorize Request for Development Interest (RDI) Solicitation for Outlot A (“Thumb Parcel”) 7.JDA Advisory Committee Update 8.Staff Updates 9.Commissioner Updates 10.Adjournment Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 4 MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: Public Input The public is invited to provide input. Comments will be limited to two minutes per person. Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 5a MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: February 4, 2019 Meeting Minutes Negotiations were put on hold before the meeting minutes from February 4, 2019 could be approved. As negotiations have resumed, the minutes from February 4, 2019 need to be approved. Attachment: 02-04-19 JDA Action Requested: Approve the meeting minutes from February 4, 2019. Special Joint Development Authority Monday, February 4, 2019 Arden Hills City Council Chambers Minutes 5:30 pm Present: Joint Development Authority: Chair Brian Holmes, Commissioner Blake Huffman, Commissioner Brenda Holden, Commissioner Brenda Holden, Commissioner Rafael Ortega Also present: Dave Perrault, (Arden Hills); Josh Olson, (Ramsey County) Roll call taken. Approval of Agenda Commissioner Huffman requested Item 9E be moved up on the agenda. Commissioner Grant stated this was a Special Meeting and therefore the agenda could not be amended. Jenny Boulton explained the subject matter on the agenda could not be amended, but noted the order in which the items were discussed could be amended. Commissioner Huffman withdrew his motion. Motion by Commissioner Grant seconded by Commissioner Holden to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried. Approval of January 7, 2019 Minutes Commissioner Holden stated she would not make a motion or second on these minutes. She explained there was not a quorum at this meeting, so there could not be minutes. She requested comment from the JDA Attorney. Jenny Boulton agreed a meeting was not held on January 7th. She advised the JDA to make a motion to accept the record of the January 7, 2019 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Grant seconded by Commissioner Holden to accept the record of the January 7, 2019 meeting. Motion carried. Election of 2019 Officers Director Perrault requested confirmation of the Chair and Vice -Chair of the JDA. Agenda Item 5a Motion by Commissioner Huffman seconded by Commissioner Holden to confirm the appointment of Brian Holmes as Chair of the JDA for 2019. Motion carried. Motion by Commissioner Huffman seconded by Commissioner Holden to confirm the appointment of Blake Huffman as Vice-Chair of the JDA for 2019. Motion carried. Public Inquiries/Informational Fran Holmes requested the JDA Commissioners speak up. Consent Agenda None Old Business Status of De-Listing TCAAP as Superfund Site Director Olson stated the County continues to work with Federal and State agencies on the delisting process. He anticipated the Federal and State delisting process to be complete by the fall of 2019. Commissioner Grant requested further information on this process. Carrie Collins explained the County Manager put this project (TCAAP) on hiatus last fall and reported resources have been dedicated elsewhere. Commissioner Grant questioned if the County would wait to grade the site until the property was delisted. Director Olson commented on a memo drafted last fall which outlined the processes and tasks required for delisting the TCAAP property. He reported the site could be graded prior to the property being delisted. Commissioner Holden asked if the County had heard from the EPA. Director Olson stated he has not heard from the EPA personally. Commissioner Grant thanked Ms. Collins for introducing herself to the JDA. He requested the new County staff members introduce themselves to the JDA. Ms. Collins introduced Redevelopment Manager Martha Faust to the JDA. Process of Approving County Invoices Related to the JDA Director Perrault stated he does not have a formalized process in place for this topic. He explained in the interest of transparency between the City and the County, all City and County invoices were to come before the JDA for consideration. Councilmember Holden commented on a document that had been presented to the JDA by Director Olson for expenses from 2013 through 2018. These expenses included public financial, consultant, meeting expenses, legal, economic development, communications, conferences, training, insurance and contingency. She requested the JDA be provided with invoices for these expenses. She stated she would like to see the contracts tha t are in place for County JDA consultants. She believed this would assist in providing a clear foundation for the JDA going forward. Commissioner Grant reported certain JDA bylaws, policies and procedures are not being followed, as was discussed at a JDA meeting last fall. Commissioner Huffman believed this was a fair point and stated the County has not been working to address this concern in the past three months. Commissioner Grant asked if this meeting was a one-time deal for the County and questioned if they were still committed to this project. Commissioner Huffman explained the County was committed to this project and was excited to reengage in conversations with the City to keep this project moving forward. Commissioner Grant questioned how this group would work to follow its bylaws, policies and procedures moving forward. Ms. Collins stated the County has had new leadership coming on and noted Martha would be managing the Rice Creek Commons development project. Chair Holmes asked what a reasonable timeframe would be to get on process. Ms. Collins reported she would work with Arden Hills staff in order to address this issue. Commissioner Grant requested this item be placed on the March meeting agenda in order for this item to be tracked. Public Hearing None New Business 2019 Meeting Schedule Director Perrault reviewed the 2019 JDA meeting schedule with the Commission. He explained a meeting has been set for the first Monday of every month. These meetings will be held at the Arden Hills City Hall at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Ortega stated he would not be able to attend the March 4, 2019 JDA meeting as he would be in Washington DC. Motion by Commissioner Huffman seconded by Commissioner Holden to approve the 2019 Meeting Schedule. Motion carried. League of MN Cities Insurance Trust – Liability Coverage Waiver Form Director Perrault discussed the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust requirements. He stated in the past the JDA has chosen to not waive its monetary limits as set forth by Minnesota State Statute. Commissioner Holden expressed concern with the fact the JDA was being asked to vote on this matter without having 2019 budget information. She questioned how the group could purchase insurance without a budget in place. Commissioner Ortega asked when the current policy would expire. Director Olson stated the coverage runs through May. Commissioner Ortega suggested this item be brought back to the JDA in March. 2019 Budget Director Olson reviewed the 2019 budget with the Authority. He stated the County has paid for JDA expenses since the JDA began in 2012. At this time, the County was not budgeting for JDA expenses in 2019. Commissioner Grant questioned why the County had not budgeted for TCAAP in 2019 . Ms. Collins stated the County has taken a hiatus since November 2018. She was hopeful that as resolution on the project is reached the budget would be restored. Commissioner Huffman stated as conversations between the County and City continue and an MDA was reached, the budget would be reconsidered. Ms. Collins reported this was the case. Chair Holmes questioned how the MDA and the budget were interconnected. Director Olson explained the TCAAP project budget was County approved and all JDA expenses were paid through this budget. At this point, the County has not been working on TCAAP since October or November of 2018. Therefore, those funds have not been going toward the JDA. Commissioner Holden inquired how the JDA Attorney would be paid. Ms. Collins reported once the County identifies that it was moving forward towards a project, funds will be restored. Commissioner Grant asked if the County had to get its way in order to move this project forward. Ms. Collins explained this matter would make more sense once the JDA received the Project Status Update. She reported there was no way for this project to move forward without the City of Arden Hills as a partner working shoulder to shoulder with the County. Commissioner Huffman commented the County was 100% committed to working with the City of Arden Hills and Alatus on this project. He stated the County was sincere in getting al l parties back to the table to move this project forward. Commissioner Holden expressed concern with Commissioner Huffman’s statement and their 100% commitment to this project. She did not believe Commissioner’s Huffman and Ortega were showing their commitment to the project by being a no show at the last JDA meeting. She stated the City has been 100% in wanting to keep this project moving forward. Commissioner Huffman discussed the letter the County sent to the City last fall requesting a cool down period. He reported the County has had some time now and would like to begin talking again. Status of Hiring a JDA Attorney Director Perrault stated he did not believe the County had a contract with an attorney at this time. He explained the contract with the previous Kennedy & Graven Attorney had expired. Commissioner Grant stated he had never been able to locate a contract with Kennedy & Graven and stated this was a procedural problem for the JDA. He explained he supported the JDA having proper legal representation and questioned how the JDA could obtain an attorney. Director Olson discussed how legal services with Kennedy & Graven have been managed in the past by the County. Ms. Collins commented further on the services that are provided to the County and the City by Kennedy & Graven. Commissioner Grant questioned why the JDA had not put out a proposal for legal services instead of the County. Ms. Collins reported these were agreed upon services by the County and the City. She noted the majority of the revenues for the JDA were being provided by the County. Commissioner Grant commented within the bylaws the JDA was to have separate accounts from the County. He questioned where these accounts were, with what bank, etc. Ms. Collins stated this got back to the policies and procedures that were addressed previously in the meeting. Commissioner Grant stated he supported the JDA putting out a public RFP for an attorney. Commissioner Huffman suggested staff complete an audit on the bylaws and that this item be addressed at a future meeting after this audit has been completed. Commissioner Grant requested this item be brought back to the JDA in March. Project Status Update Commissioner Huffman read a prepared statement to the JDA. He explained on January 22 nd the County Board met in a closed session to discuss future negotiations for the sale of Rice Creek Commons to Alatus. He reported the County has been working to negotiate a Master Development Agreement but has reached an impasse. He indicated Rice Creek Commons was a shovel-ready, prime development opportunity that will benefit the community with jobs, housing and economic growth. He anticipated that all parties want to move forward toward a development solution but stated the County was losing momentum and development opportunities as negotiations have not led to an MDA that was appropriate for all parties. As the property owner, the County had a responsibility to its tax payers to develop this site. He feared a construction season would be lost given the fact infrastructure plans were not in place. He explained funding sources and financial tools are set to expire in 2019. He commented the County would lose State approved funding for the spine road. He reported the County has invested $40 million in the site, Alatus has invested millions in development plans and now the project is stalled. Per Section 2.3.11 of the Joint Powers Agreement, the County would like to resolve outstanding issues through a dispute resolution via mediation to move the project forward. He stated appropriate housing, job and economic growth were very important to the community. He explained the County wanted to ensure this project was done right. He commented successful mediation may be the best option to move this project forward. He stated he was not looking for JDA approval regarding mediation, but rather the County and the City would have to approve this. Commissioner Grant requested further information regarding the S tate approved funding for the spine road. Ms. Collins reported the County had several million dollars allocated from the State to assist with completing the spine road in 2019. Commissioner Grant questioned who paid for the thumb roadway. Director Olson commented this was paid for by Ramsey County. He noted there may have been some expenses that were eligible for State funding. Commissioner Holden stated she took offense to the statement, “the County has been negotiating in good faith”. She reported the City has been negotiating with the County since 2012 on this project. She explained she had attended heated meetings where County staff was yelling at Councilmembers. She commented on all of the concessions the City had made in order to meet the County’s wishes. She stated the City has been negotiating on phasing, density, building heights and flexibility issues with TCAAP since 2012. She indicated the City has been working with the County, shoulder to shoulder to give them what they want. She stated bullet three was a problem for her. Commissioner Huffman stated by “we” the County meant all parties involved. He commented there has been no resolution to the MDA after years of negotiations which led the County to suggest mediation be considered. Commissioner Holden explained she was frustrated by the fact the County had chosen not to include the City in all of their negotiations with Alatus. She reported the City was only included in the negotiations process since last April. Commissioner Grant questioned if the agreed to sale price was $62.7 million for the TCAAP site. Commissioner Huffman deferred this question to staff. Amy Schmidt, County Attorney’s Office, commented on the closed session the County held. She explained the price Louis Jamborn cited within the MDA and the agreement had not been executed. She reported the County Attorney needed to meet with the Board of Commissioners to discuss this in order to finalize the sale of the property. Commissioner Holden expressed frustration that the County supported the City’s plan, voted to approve the plan, and now was not going forward with the City plan. She questioned what the issues were at this time. Commissioner Huffman stated both City and County staff had been meeting on a week ly basis through the hiatus to address these issues. Ms. Collins indicated affordable housing and density were the main concerns, along with financing for the project. Commissioner Grant commented SAC credits had been resolved. Further discussion ensued regarding planning costs and negotiations with the County. Commissioner Holden stated the City never received information from the County on the last negotiations. Director Perrault reported the City Council met in October to provide direction regarding the status of the Cooperative Agreement between the City and the County. This information was provided to the County and shortly after that time, the City received a letter from the County stating TCAAP had been put on hold. Commissioner Grant questioned if it was the developer who was reimbursing the planning costs. Director Perrault reported this was the case. Commissioner Grant asked why the County would stand in the way of the developer reimbursing these costs. Commissioner Huffman stated this would lead to a broader conversation that would not be held this evening. He commented at this time, the County would like to get back to the table with the City and understood there may need to be some clarification from both parties may be needed as to what the issues were. Commissioner Grant discussed the history of the density concerns for this project noting how the City and County have been going back and forth on this matter for quite some time. He questioned why the County was proposing to change these numbers at the 11 th hour. He reported the City has been marching with the County for some time, arm and arm with the County. He commented on how the economy has changed over the years and how further delays would impact the development. Chair Holmes questioned what the process was going forward. Commissioner Huffman stated the mediation process going forward would be between the City and the County. Commissioner Holden commented if the plan changes in any way, the City would be required to complete a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. She reported this would take six to twelve months to complete. Commissioner Grant encouraged the County Commissioners to think back on how the City has worked to amend the plan in place to meet the County’s needs. He stated he would hate to have to unpack this issue again. He suggested all parties involved get together and see where they are at. He commented the County has had conversations during the hiatus, as well as the City. He questioned if the best action moving forward after the hiatus was to jump into mediation. Commissioner Holden asked when the AUAR expired for this property. Commissioner Grant stated the AUAR expired in June of 2019. He stated this alone would be a good reason to keep this project moving forward. Commissioner Huffman summarized the comments that had been made thus far stating the group would like the project to move forward and that there was a need to better understand what the issues were at this time. He reported the County would recommend this be completed through mediation. Chair Holmes supported this recommendation. Commissioner Holden encouraged the County to consider a list of pros and cons for delaying this project, along with the financial implications. Commissioner Huffman stated this was a good recommendation. Chair Holmes suggested the JDA hold one or two worksession meetings prior to the March JDA meeting. Commissioner Holden commented she would like to see City and County staff meet to discuss the outstanding issues prior to additional JDA meetings being held. Ms. Collins suggested the mediation process commence and that discussions between the City and the County continue in the meantime. Commissioner Holden feared that there would be less incentive for the County to come to an agreement with the City if mediation was right around the corner. Commissioner Huffman did not agree with this comment. Commissioner Grant encouraged the County to respond to the City’s previous negotiation efforts from last October. Director Perrault summarized the discussion held by the JDA stating staff has been directed to compile a list of outstanding issues, and City and County staff are to meet together to discuss these issues. Chair Holmes stated he would prefer the JDA to review these issues in order to bring about collective understanding prior to discussing mediation. Commissioner Ortega supported a list of issues being drafted. He stated the intent of the County Board was to move forward with mediation and explained he was prepared to move in this direction in order to address the outstanding issues. Commissioner Grant commented the mediation would be between the City and the County. He questioned if the County was coming forward with mediation because they have finished their negotiations with the developer. Ms. Collins stated per the hand out, the County was proposing to move forward with mediation to help the two parties get unstuck. Commissioner Holden asked if the MDA with Alatus was complete. She questioned if the redlines had been agreed to. Ms. Collins reported the goal of mediation was to get the City and County closer to an MDA with the developer. Commissioner Huffman deferred this question to the developer. Bob Lux, Alatus, commented the agreement between the County and Alatus stopped during the hiatus. He explained there were minor items that needed to be addressed but noted the major points had been established between the two parties. Commissioner Grant stated he would like the JDA to meet again in two weeks to discuss where the group was at to address the sticking points. Chair Holmes explained this would be his preference. Director Perrault suggested the JDA meet next on Wednesday, February 20th at 5:30 p.m. Communications None Development Director’s Report Director Perrault stated he had nothing additional to report. Administrative Director’s Report Director Olson stated he had nothing additional to report. Commissioner Updates Commissioner Grant introduced newly hired City Planner Mike Mrsola to the JDA. Future Meeting Schedule The next meeting will be Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at Arden Hills City Hall. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm. Approved _____________________________________ _______________________ Brian Holmes, Chair Date Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 5b MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: February 6, 2023 Meeting Minutes Meeting minutes from February 6, 2023 need to be approved. Attachment: 2.6.23 Minutes JDA Action Requested: Approve the meeting minutes from February 6, 2023. Joint Development Authority Monday, February 6, 2023 Arden Hills City Council Chambers Minutes 5:30 pm Present: Joint Development Authority Commissioners: Chair Victoria Reinhardt (Ramsey County), Vice Chair Nicole Frethem (Ramsey County), Tom Fabel (Arden Hills), Tena Monson (Arden Hills) Also present: Kari Collins (Ramsey County), Martha Faust (Ramsey County), Dave Perrault (Arden Hills) Roll call Appoint Vice Chair Motion by Commissioner Fabel seconded by Commissioner Monson to appoint Commissioner Frethem as Vice Chair. In the absence of the Chair Commissioner Frethem will run the meeting. Motion carried. Approve Agenda Motion by Commissioner Reinhardt seconded by Commissioner Monson to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried. Commissioner Introductions Commissioner Frethem stated that we are so glad to be here today to talk about Rice Street Commons. Commissioner Frethem thanked Commissioners Reinhardt and Fabel for requesting this special meeting. Commissioner Frethem thanked all those that have put a lot of time into the project previously. Commissioner Frethem stated that we are here to advance common goals as a community where all are valued and thrive. Commissioner Monson stated that we are excited to advance the common goal of getting Rice Creek Commons completed. She acknowledged the significant time, energy and talent invested previously in the project. Commissioner Monson gave an overview of her background: She has been a renewable energy developer for the last ten years; she has a Master’s in environmental management, energy and the environment from Duke University. Her hope for Rice Creek Commons is that it can be sustainable in energy. She hopes that Rice Creek Commons will fulfill the modern-day energy needs we have today with modern-day energy technologies, and hopefully serve as a solution Agenda Item 5b to climate change. We don’t want to have to come back in 20 years to retrofit things that don’t meet current standards. In terms of broader sustainability, Commissioner Monson also mentioned integrating walking, biking, green space and all the things that people today want in livable communities. Commissioner Reinhardt stated that she has been on the Ramsey County board since her election in 1996. Her background is in the environmental field. She has worked in the state office of Environmental Assistance and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. She has a Master’s in business administration and a doctorate in Public Administration. She has spoken internationally on the idea of a circular economy and green energy. Commissioner Reinhardt has worked extensively with garbage management, working on issues like recycling and green energy. We can be a leader in climate resiliency. We can do great things from an environmental perspective with 427 acres at Rice Creek Commons, which is bigger than the footprint of downtown St. Paul. Arden Hills Council member Tom Fabel has been a resident of Arden Hills for 38 years. He was an attorney for 45 years, serving in private law practice (20 yrs. with the Minneapolis law firm of Lindquist and Vennum), and in public law (Deputy Attorney General, Complex Crime Prosecutor in Hennepin County, Deputy Mayor, and a judge on two Indian reservations). He is also involved with community theatre, some of which dealt with racial discrimination in housing. Commissioner Frethem represents northern Ramsey County suburbs including Arden Hills in her Ramsey County Commissioner role. Commissioner Frethem has a law degree, and a master’s in early childhood education. Consent Agenda a. Approve 2023 JDA Schedule b. Approve LMCIT Waiver Commissioner Fabel motioned and Commissioner Reinhardt seconded to accept both consent agenda items. Motion carried. New Business a. Joint Development Authority Values Setting Would guide future decision making on the project. Having a shared vision and goals for what we want to explore. We feel an urgency to move forward, but we want to make sure we are thorough and transparent. Our plan should reflect our community needs and values. Motion by Commissioner Reinhardt seconded by Commissioner Fabel to adopt the vision statement Commissioner Reinhardt read the statement: The Joint Development Authority’s (JDA) vision for the Rice Creek Commons site is to create economic prosperity, build an inclusive economy, have a long-term sustainable development, and develop an energy forward community by providing much-needed housing at a variety of income levels – including affordable housing – and creating well-paying jobs. Commissioner Frethem sought approval. All Commissioners approved. b. Creation of Advisory Committee Two Advisory Committee Commissioners will make reports to the JDA Board. Per the JDA By-Laws, an advisory committee can meet more frequently. Motioned by Commissioner Fabel and seconded by Commissioner Reinhardt to create the Advisory Committee. Motion carried. Commissioner Reinhardt stated that we really need this Advisory Committee. This 427-acre development is significant. The Advisory Committee process will provide as much transparency as possible, and fewer surprises. This Advisory committee will allow for more input before things are discussed at the JDA. Commissioner Reinhardt offered the amendment to create the Advisory Committee. Advisory committee members will be Commissioner Frethem and Commissioner Fabel. Commissioner Fabel noted that in the event that discussions surrounding energy take place, Commissioner Monson will be asked to advise. Commissioner Monson stated that she strongly supports this thoughtful approach. Data will be compiled and brought to the public and there will be no surprises. She supports this approach to bring things to the public that are better well rounded. Additional meetings can be added. Thorough packets will be helpful. Commissioner Frethem stated that this Advisory Committee will allow us to look at the current market. Many things have changed in recent years. Climate change has changed. The Inflation Reduction Act exists now. Consulting experts will be helpful. The County’s Economic Inclusion Plan will guide discussions. This Advisory Committee will prepare things for the JDA to review. JDA meetings are for the public. All Commissioners in attendance voted and the amendment to create the Advisory Committee was approved. c. Other General Updates on TCAAP/RCC Arden Hills City Manager Dave Perrault provided an update on the JDA Chair selection process currently under way in the City of Arden Hills. Applications will be accepted for the Chair position until February 24th. Interviews will follow and the candidate will be selected in March or early April. Staff Updates Kari Collins thanked all staff that helped get us to this point. A lot of expertise and time invested has gotten us to this point. We will be moving forward together collaboratively. Commissioner Updates Commissioner Reinhardt stated that this organizational meeting today gives us a foundation to move forward. This process is transparent and in line with our values. Commissioner Frethem thanked community members that have participated in engagement activities in the last two years related to this project. Her hope for the JDA and this phase of the process is that we can all collectively commit to being “unconditionally constructive”, as JDA members, and as members of the public. Our partnership will create resilient, inclusive communities. 2023 Meeting Schedule Location: Arden Hills City Hall Council Chambers Time: 5:30PM Monday, April 3, 2023 Monday, June 5, 2023 Monday, August 7, 2023 Monday, October 2, 2023 Monday, December 4, 2023 Adjournment Approved _____________________________________ _______________________ , Chair Date Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 6a MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: Building 189 Schedule – Rice Creek Regional Trail Summary Presentation Scott Yonke, Ramsey County’s Director of Operations – Planning and Development – Parks and Recreation Department will present information on the Building 189 schedule and Rice Creek Regional Trail summary. Attachment: Rice Creek Regional Trail Overview – JDA meeting. Action Requested: Review presentation. Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor - Overview April 3, 2023 Agenda Item 6a Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor 2 Corridor Summary. •Overall Ramsey County Section. –County Road J to Long Lake Regional Park. –4.75 miles. •Central Segment –County Road I to County Road H (I-35W). –Future trail extension to Highway 96. Long-term Improvements. •Bituminous trail. •Off-road cycling and hiking trails. •Cross-country ski and hiking trails. •Outdoor Recreation Area. –Combine with future multi-season trailhead. •Rice Creek Water Trail access improvements. –Pedestrian access. –Canoes and kayak. •Natural resource & habitat restoration. Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor 3 Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor 4 Future Improvements – Central Segment. •Extension of access road in Parcel C (TBD). •Trailhead development (TBD). •Trail improvements (TBD). •Parcel D trail development (TBD). –Tied to Rice Creek Commons Development. •Natural resource improvements (TBD.) Completed/Initiated Improvements – Central Segment •Parcel C –Road and Site Access Improvements. •Parcel A and B –Fencing Improvements. •Building 189 Demolition. –April 2023 –July 2023. Questions & Answers Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 6b MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Director Collins SUBJECT: Equity Framework Presentation In 2019, Ramsey County led the development of a comprehensive economic development strategy centered around equitable growth and the intent to strengthen economic competitiveness in the region. This process was led by the county with the help of local and national consultants that supported the development of in-depth analyses of the county’s economy, including: • A market and industry cluster analysis. • A property-based fiscal analysis. • A countywide housing assessment. The data was startling and demonstrated county-wide deficits in housing infrastructure (particularly deeply affordable housing units), missing or weakened pathways to intergenerational wealth through avenues such as homeownership, and limited accessibility to start and grow a business/access to livable wage jobs. The research and engagement led by the team coalesced around the following eight strategies: 1. Preserve and increase the supply of rental housing units for lowest-income residents. 2. Expand affordable home ownership opportunities and improve housing stability for communities that have experienced historic wealth extraction. 3. Foster inclusive economic development within county transit and key commercial corridors. 4. Support communities in equitable site development. 5. Sustain and accelerate workforce recovery programs. 6. Develop pathways to entrepreneurship and Black, Latinx, Asian, and Indigenous business ownership. 7. Attract and grow high-wage industry and innovation: technology, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences. 8. Strengthen business retention and expansion infrastructure to support communities. Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project These strategies have become the roadmap that is now referred to as the Economic Competitiveness & Inclusion (ECI) Plan. The ECI Plan was adopted on March 23, 2021, after 18 months of engagement with residents, businesses, community leaders, a steering committee, and the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners. The plan now acts as a guide directing community objectives, staffing and budgets for the next five years. The county has also been tracking its investment into these eight strategic areas through an ECI Tracker which can be found on the Plan’s website. www.ramseycounty.us/economicinclusion Lastly, and per the recommendations of the ECI Plan, the County in 2021 worked with the Alliance for Metropolitan Stability on developing an Equitable Development Framework. This Framework is attached to this packet and has become the tool in which County staff vet proposals requesting county funding, as well as proposals seeking the acquisition of county land. Core tenets of the Equitable Development Framework include: 1. Cultivating economic prosperity and invest in neighborhoods with social vulnerability through proactive leadership and inclusive initiatives that engage all communities in decisions about our future. 2. Enhancing access to opportunity and mobility for all residents and businesses through connections to education, employment, and economic development throughout our region. 3. Fostering strong communities and people by recognizing and building on racially and ethnically diverse communities’ existing capacity for self-determination, and anticipating and preventing displacement of vulnerable residents, businesses, and community organizations. 4. Increasing opportunities for low-income households of color to live in all neighborhoods, with access to home ownership and rental opportunities. 5. Fostering places that are healthy, vibrant and resilient. ECI Accolades: Since Plan adoption, County staff have presented the plan to numerous bodies locally and nationally. The plan was awarded an Excellence in Equity Award by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) on October 5, 2021, and a Local Leaders in Government Award by the St. Paul Area Chamber that year as well. Attachments: JDAPres_0329 RC Equitable Framework Action Requested: Review presentation. Economic Competitiveness and Inclusion Plan Community & Economic Development April 3, 2023 Agenda Item 6b 4 Three Local Artists Leeya Jackson Mayumi Park Khou Vue 8 Thank You and Questions Ramsey County Equitable Development Framework Community & Economic Development Agenda Item 6b I. Background + Purpose The intent of the Equitable Development Framework is to center racial equity in County land use development and economic development decisions. This means significantly reducing racial disparities, recognizing and working with community towards reconciliation for harm caused by historical racism and current conditions, and partnering with impacted neighborhoods and populations to create vibrant communities (with housing that is affordable to all, quality education, living wage jobs, etc.). Ramsey County Vision A vibrant community where all are valued and thrive. Ramsey County Goals & Priorities Ramsey County seeks to advance racial equity and eliminate ethnic-based disparities where all residents can experience fair outcomes including the highest level of health, wellbeing and opportunities for advancement and growth. Other key strategic goals include: i. Cultivating economic prosperity and invest in neighborhoods with social vulnerability through proactive leadership and inclusive initiatives that engage all communities in decisions about our future. ii. Enhancing access to opportunity and mobility for all residents and businesses through connections to education, employment and economic development throughout our region. iii. Fostering strong communities and people by recognizing and building on racially and ethnically diverse communities’ existing capacity for self- determination, and anticipating and preventing displacement of vulnerable residents, businesses, and community organizations. iv. Increasing opportunities for low-income households of color to live in all neighborhoods, with access to home ownership and rental opportunities. v. Fostering places that are healthy, vibrant, and resilient. 1 II. About the Framework The Equitable Development Framework provides criteria to guide internal evaluation of property acquisition, disposal and development decisions, and to advance County goals related to transportation, housing, and community and economic development. This framework uses the term “project” throughout, but the framework may also be used to evaluate plans or other related decisions. The goal of equitable development is to meet the needs of underserved communities by reducing disparities while fostering places that are healthy and vibrant. Equitable Development Drivers Advance economic opportunity. Promote local economic development and entrepreneurial opportunities, enhance community-serving establishments, and increase quality living wage jobs for people in all neighborhoods. Prevent displacement. Develop policies and programs that allow anyone who wants to live in the community to do so, especially current residents, and discourage displacement of viable small businesses that serve community needs. Preserve and expand affordable housing options. Create healthy, safe, and affordable housing, including pathways to home ownership, for all family sizes and incomes in all neighborhoods. Understand and respond to local context. Respect local community character, cultural diversity, and values. Preserve and strengthen intact neighborhoods, building upon their local assets and resources. Promote broader mobility and connectivity. Prioritize an effective and affordable public transportation network that supports transit-dependent communities and provides equitable access to core services and amenities, including employment, education, and health and social services. 2 Equitable Development Drivers continued Practice meaningful community engagement. Require local community participation and leadership in decision-making to reflect a diversity of voices, including targeted strategies to engage racial populations that are most disproportionately harmed by disinvestment. Build cultural competence and responsiveness among all stakeholders, and structure planning processes to be clear, accessible, and engaging. Develop healthy and safe communities. Create built environments that enhance community health through public amenities (schools, parks, open spaces, complete streets, health care, and other services), access to affordable healthy food, improved air quality, and safe and inviting environments. Promote environmental justice. Eliminate disproportionate environmental burdens and ensure an equitable share of environmental benefits for existing communities. Secure resources to mitigate and reverse the effects of environmental hazards past and present. Achieve full accessibility. Ensure that results from investments in the built environment is accessible and welcoming to people regardless of age, race or ethnicity, physical condition, or language. These drivers are not designed to be deployed independently; their inter- relationship is fundamental to undoing the structural racism perpetuating current disparities. If implemented piecemeal or in isolation, they will result in transactional wins that do not produce lasting change. The Equitable Development Framework presents an integrated fabric of strategies to close racial inequities. Used together, these drivers have the potential to transform systems and shift from the current trajectory of growth that marginalizes many populations and compromises the diversity that makes communities strong. 3 III.Equitable Development Principles and Guiding Questions Equitable Community Engagement & Alignment ensures that vulnerable populations within Ramsey County, especially low-wealth residents, Black, American Indian, Latino, and Asian, neighborhood groups, community organizations, people living with disabilities, immigrants, and small businesses are centered in the project. These guiding questions can inform internal evaluation decisions. A scale of High-Medium-Low can be used in evaluating the responses to each question. How does the project address an issue already identified by the county or the affected community (i.e., racial inequities in homelessness or homeownership)? How were affected community members involved in the development of the project? How are engagement practices tailored to the affected community? For example, how are Black and American Indian (or racially and ethnically diverse) residents, immigrants, low-income residents, renters, youth/young adults, residents with disabilities, multilingual communities, and others represented in the engagement process? How does the project reflect the priorities of Ramsey County’s Economic Inclusion Plan? Do contractors display a commitment to diverse hiring, etc.? What is the quality of communication with the affected community? How is communication shared through multiple platforms (i.e., include mail, social media and e-mail, community newsletters, community-based organizations, and community meetings or events)? What are the advantages or disadvantages of creating a community governance group for this project? 4 Equitable Land Use and Design ensures that the vision and implementation of a plan or a project prioritizes promoting people’s health, well-being and prosperity; prevents displacement of the current residents; and benefits all residents. How does the project assess and document beneficial and harmful impacts on environmental health and economic prosperity in partnership with the community? How does the project connect to the existing neighborhood? Do publicly accessible amenities including green space, biking/walking trails, community gardens, shade and trees connect to the existing neighborhood? How does the project mitigate any existing water, air and soil contamination on site? What resilient features are incorporated, including energy reduction features, stormwater management techniques, biking/pedestrian amenities, etc.? If the project is located along major transit corridors, how does it increase density and/ or reduce minimum parking requirements? If the project results in significant changes in land use, how does it include provisions for community ownership of land? How does currently zoned industrial and commercial lands promote an increase in living wage and/or entrepreneurial opportunities for all residents? Equitable Housing ensures that all current and future households across the county have access to affordable housing choices. How does the project improve housing stability for communities with a record of historic wealth extraction? What is the provision of affordable housing? Does the project ensure that at least 20% of units are available at 30-50% of AMI? Are housing choice vouchers are accepted in rental buildings? How are affordable home ownership opportunities provided, when applicable? How is new housing developed with energy efficiency features to help cut down on utility bills for its lowest income residents? 5 Equitable Transportation assures that development integrates transit and bike/ pedestrian friendly land use practices to enhance healthy living within low-income communities and communities of color. How does infrastructure provide access to pedestrian, bicycle and transit systems? How does the project include traffic calming, where applicable, and pedestrian safety features? How do wayfinding installations, when applicable, use best practices for inclusivity and accessibility? How does the project maintain and improve public transportation services? Is the proposed development within 1/2 mile of Metro Transit’s high-frequency transit system? If so, how does it respond (i.e. avoiding over provision of parking, increasing density)? How does parking accommodate bicycle use and storage, and address access or passage to pedestrians and people with disabilities? How does the project encourage people to walk, bike, and/or use public transit? Equitable Economic Development assures that policies and programs associated with a plan or development prioritize equitable, sustainable wealth creation and high-quality job opportunities that prevent displacement of residents and small businesses from low- income communities and communities of color. How do lease agreements prioritize business opportunities results in local investment? How does the project use existing workforce programs to connect residents to construction jobs and long-term employment within the project? How do a substantial number of jobs created pay living wage and hire local residents (especially those with barriers to employment)? How is employee growth, training and mentorship is promoted? How does the project invest in neighborhoods with concentrated financial poverty? How do residential buildings incorporate ADA and/or transit accessible features? 6 Other Factors to Consider (Feasibility, Fiscal Impact, etc.) Costs & Risks»Price (Acquisition or Sales)»Appraised Value»Other Potential Costs (Relocation, Remediation, Demolition)»Total Costs (Transaction Cost, Consultants, Due Diligence) Project alignment with local Comprehensive Plan and current Zoning Project benefits»Total Costs (Transaction Cost, Consultants, Due Diligence)»Resale Potential of Land for Development»Change in Market Value and Tax Base»Grant Eligibility Gap Analysis (Subsidy Requirement, etc.) Project Timeline Equitable Development Review Elements Project/Plan Name Location of Project/Plan Public Investment Developer Contact Info Developer Financial Subsidy Request (if applicable) Public Partner(s) Contact Info Other Stakeholders Description of the Project/Plan Community Profile (Key Comments) 7 Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 6c MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: Draft For Solicitation of Thumb Parcel Summary A request for Development Interest Solicitation is attached to this packet for Joint Development Authority review and authorization. The Solicitation is exclusively for Outlot A within the Rice Creek Commons project boundaries. Outlot A is available to be sold to interested buyers without additional infrastructure investment. The land sale proceeds are anticipated to be invested by the County into the larger vision for Rice Creek Commons. Ramsey County is working with the developer, Alatus, on an agreement that provides exclusive development and brokerage rights for the remainder of the site. The development team represented by Alatus, LLC may participate in this solicitation as well by providing industry outreach or as negotiated with Ramsey County. Key Considerations: • The solicitation is designed to attract development seeking shovel-ready land. • The intent for this solicitation is minimize expense incurred to maximize land sale proceeds through future transaction(s). Process & Timeline The Advisory Committee, or a Selection Committee identified by the JDA, will review all proposals, and recommend finalists for JDA consideration. The County Board will enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with the selected proposer. That Agreement will address the financial and other terms of the transaction. A tentative solicitation timeline is identified in the Request for Development Interest Solicitation attached to this report. Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Attachment: Draft Request for Development Interest Solicitation Action Requested: Authorize the issuance of a solicitation for Development Interest and endorse the solicitation review process. 1 Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Outlot A (“TCAAP Outlot A”) Request for Development Interest (RDI) Submission Schedule and Contact Estimated RDI Schedule Request for Development Interest Issued May 3, 2023 Last date for submitting written questions May 31, 2023 Answers to questions posted on DemandStar June 12, 2023 Response deadline July 28, 2023 Review and assessment of responses August 28, 2023 Proposal recommendation and selection Fall, 2023 Negotiation of terms of purchase End of 2023-early 2024 Ramsey County reserves the right to amend or withdraw this RDI at any time, to waive minor irregularities in the RDI process, and to reject any or all RDI responses. Questions regarding this RDI should be directed to: Kari Collins, Director Ramsey County Community & Economic Development 15 West Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 Kari.Collins@ramseycounty.us Agenda Item 6c 2 Submission of Responses (electronic submittals only; maximum 25 pages). Submit as an email with header “Proposal for TCAAP Outlot A”. Complete proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m., July 28, 2023. Changes or clarifications to this RDI and answers to any questions will be posted on DemandStar. Proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted. Send proposals to: Kari Collins Director Ramsey County Community & Economic Development Kari.Collins@ramseycounty.us Overview The Ramsey County (County) and City of Arden Hills (City) Rice Creek Commons Joint Development Authority (JDA) is offering a singular development opportunity in Arden Hills: a distinctive, commercially-zoned, 40-acre parcel located along I-35W with direct access from County Road H. The County seeks proposals from responders with the ability, experience and financial resources to purchase and develop this property, in alignment with the current zoning and comprehensive plan designation for the property, as well as with principles of Ramsey County’s Equitable Development Framework. For purposes of this request, “responder” includes any end-user buyer, business, developer or development team. Site Area History The former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant property (TCAAP) once comprised over 2300 acres of land in the City of Arden Hills and was used by the federal government for the manufacture of small arms ammunition during World War II. The TCAAP Site ceased operations in 1976 and was largely decommissioned in the 1980’s. In 2013, Ramsey County purchased 427 acres of TCAAP property from the federal government, including TCAAP Outlot A, and renamed the area Rice Creek Commons (“TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons”). The Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) now uses 1500 acres of the TCAAP property. The remaining 300 acres are used by MnDOT, Ramsey County/Arden Hills Public Works Facility, Arden Hills City Hall and Rice Creek North Regional Trail. Site Description Ramsey County TCAAP Outlot A (“Site”) is a 40-acre property located in the northwest corner of Arden Hills, with frontage along I-35W and direct highway access from County Road H. TCAAP Outlot A is a portion of the 427-acre TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons redevelopment area. West of Site: I-35W. Beyond is the City of Mounds View residential and commercial/industrial uses. North of Site: State of Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles facility in the City of Arden Hills. East of Site: Rice Creek North Trail Corridor. 112 acres, owned by Ramsey County. South of Site: County Road H and Rice Creek. Beyond is TCAAP land zoned for mixed use retail. 3 Site Description Total Area 40.10 acres Existing Buildings None – Vacant Property Master Plan TRC Zoning Campus Commercial (CC) Zoning District Per TCAAP Regulating Code (TRC): The Campus Commercial Zoning District facilitates a building format that allows multiple, single tenant buildings or campuses within the northern "Thumb" site of the Plan Area. The goal is to allow for an individual plan approach for each campus or building, based on user preferences within a range of requirements. Background on the TCAAP Master Plan is found on the City of Arden Hills website. Permitted Uses - Commercial Business Service Clinic/Medical Office Financial Institution Food Preparation Hotel/Motel Office Pet Services Research and Development Facility Permitted Uses - Industrial Manufacturing & Processing – Class I.* [30% of gross building s.f. (GSF) must be office use.] *Manufacturing & Processing. Class I: All uses which include the compounding, processing, packaging, treatment, or assembly of products and materials. Generally, these are industries dependent upon raw materials refined elsewhere. These uses include, but are not limited to: fabrication of wood, metal, and plastic products; assembly of electronic components, equipment, and appliances; processing of chemicals, plastics, food products, and nonalcoholic beverages; manufacturing of clothing and textile products; distribution centers, lumber yards, printing and binding shops, machine shops, sheet metal shops, sign shops, contractor's shops and storage yards. Class I = without exterior storage. Accessory Commercial Uses Club, Sports & Fitness Daycare Facility Drive-up Windows 4 Personal Services** Restaurant and Restaurant Fast-Food ** Typical personal services include but are not limited to: apparel tailoring and cleaning; hair styling, trimming and cutting; beauty services; photographic services; and other services of a similar nature. Per Arden Hills Zoning Code Section 1305.04 Definitions. Accessory Industrial Uses Warehousing (as an accessory use only to Manufacturing and Processing) [30% of GSF must be office use.] Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Campus Commercial – (City of Arden Hills 2040 Comprehensive Plan) Platting Required TCAAP Outlot A will need to be platted into one or more lots. Preliminary and final plat are approved by the Joint Development Authority (JDA) and checked by the Ramsey County Surveyor’s Office. TCAAP Joint Development Authority The TCAAP Joint Development Authority (TCAAP JDA) is chaired by a resident of the City of Arden Hills, and consists of elected officials from the City of Arden Hills and Ramsey County with the purpose of joint governance of economic development and redevelopment of the TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons property. The TCAAP JDA reviews all development proposals for conformity with the TCAAP Master Plan and has approval authority for such proposals. On February 6, 2023, the TCAAP JDA adopted the following vision statement for TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons: The Joint Development Authority’s (JDA) vision for the Rice Creek Commons site is to create economic prosperity, build an inclusive economy, have a long-term sustainable development, and develop an energy forward community by providing much-needed housing at a variety of income levels – including affordable housing – and creating well-paying jobs. Environmental History, Remediation and Current Status In 1983, the TCAAP property was placed on the federal and Minnesota Superfund lists. In 2013, Ramsey County acquired the 427-acre TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons property from the U.S. Government. Demolition and site remediation occurred on the 427-acre TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons property, cleaning the soil to residential standards, as defined by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). In 2016, the MPCA issued a Certificate of Completion of Response Actions for soil remediation. In 2019, the 427-acre TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons property soil and surface water was delisted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) from the federal National Priority List (“federal Superfund”). In 2020, the MPCA also delisted the 427-acre TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons property from the state Permanent List of Priorities (“state Superfund”). As result of the above actions, the site is development ready. 5 More information about cleanup activities and environmental history can be found via the U.S. EPA and MPCA websites. Infrastructure Context Road and Utility Access (Thumb Road - Old Highway No. 8) •Two-lane undivided roadway with stripped center median with turn lanes - constructed and opened for access - access to Interstate l-35W at County H interchange to the south and County Road I to the north. •Sanitary Sewer - 8" PVC constructed. Will require a joint powers agreement - Sewer Line Ownership, Operation, and Maintenance Agreement to be fully executed and will require the City of Arden Hills to replace flow-metering system. •Watermain - 12" PVC watermain with hydrants constructed in Thumb Road is operational. 12" public watermain loop must be constructed on the easterly side of Outlot A. •Storm Sewer - constructed and operational - no provision for Outlot A. Stormwater Management •Part of the approved Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan (CSMP) with the Rice Creek Watershed District. •Infiltration possible on this site due to favorable soils and limited impacted soils. •Surface stormwater management facility at south end of site. •Discharges to Rice Creek. Request for Development Interest – Required Proposal Contents Responses must clearly and accurately demonstrate the expertise, capacity, and experience of the team to meet the requirements of this RDI and the proposed project. Responses will be reviewed and evaluated according to alignment with the County’s Economic Inclusion Plan and Equitable Development Framework (see Appendix). Responders should provide the following information: •A cover page expressing the proposer’s vision for the property and including the following information: Name, mailing address, telephone number and email of the primary contact person; signature of authorized representative of proposal team. •Company Information (Brief description of the company, size of the company, years in business, and type of entity). Identify any women, racially and ethnically diverse and/or veteran-owned contractors/construction managers or professionals who would be involved in the project. •Proposed project description to include the vision, use(s), scope and intended development program for the site. •Conceptual site plan showing the development program. •Statement regarding alignment of the proposed development program with underlying zoning •List of at least three successfully completed projects of similar size and scope to the project proposed. •Brief narrative describing how the proposed project meets or exceeds the vision for TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons adopted by the TCAAP Joint Development Authority (see above). 6 •General approach, including community engagement plan, and proposed timeline. •Land valuation (purchase price). Proposal Evaluation and Selection Evaluation of complete responses to this RDI will be conducted in a systematic manner that will include, but not be limited to, the following criteria: I.Site and Project Program. Proposed commercial or industrial components, square footages. Creative and efficient design. Preservation of existing natural features. II.Racial Equity and Inclusion. How the proposed development aligns with Ramsey County’s Equitable Development Framework strategies. III.Regulatory feasibility. The extent to which the project aligns with the TCAAP Regulating Code and City of Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan. IV.Economic Impact: Proposed property purchase price, estimated taxable market value of completed project, hiring of BIPOC contractors and workers, and project’s overall employment potential. V.Development Team: Overall experience of company and project principals with similar projects and the type of development being proposed; financial and team member capacity to implement proposal; previous experience of development team working together. County Terms and Conditions Solicitation addenda and additional information Changes, additions, alterations, corrections or revisions to the RDI will be made in writing via an addendum. Addenda will be posted to DemandStar and Rice Creek Commons and sent by email to those who provide contact information to the RDI contact, Kari Collins. The County reserves the right to request any additional information at any stage of the process. The County intends to conduct interviews with any or all responders at its discretion. The County is not responsible for any costs incurred by the responder in preparing for or participating in an interview or site visit. Additional due diligence It is the prerogative of Ramsey County to continue to do due diligence as needed during the RDI solicitation period, to inform future direction for this property. Collusion Responders shall not enter into an agreement, participate in any collusion, or otherwise take any action in restraint of free competition in connection with this solicitation or any contract which may result, including actions involving other responders, competitors, County employees, or County Commissioners. Evidence of such activity will result in rejection of the proposal. Negotiation Upon selection of preferred buyer(s), the County will negotiate development and purchase agreement(s) with the selected respondent(s). The resulting agreements and final design will include those terms and the salient features that the parties agree are appropriate to achieve the development objectives articulated and referred to in this solicitation document, including the County’s objectives for the sale of the land, and the terms and conditions required or deemed appropriate as matters of County policy or relevant law, including those relating to data practices, audit, equal 7 opportunity, and other matters. The selection will not be final until the appropriate agreement(s) are executed by the parties. The County is not obligated to proceed to enter into a contract as a result of this solicitation and the selection of respondent(s) for the purpose of entry into negotiations does not obligate the County, or the respondent(s) to enter into a binding agreement. Public notice The County usesDemandStar to release information on this real estate development opportunity and associated addenda through a public process. DemandStar offers immediate and automatic notification of documents, and information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Subscription to DemandStar is free by following the DemandStar Registration Instructions. Notice of this opportunity will also be communicated through other publications and membership organizations focused on real estate and economic development. Public information Upon submission, submissions become the property of the County and will not be returned. All information submitted to the County will be considered government data in accordance with Minnesota statutes governing data practices, Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13, including Sections 13.37 and 13.591. Conflict of interest The selected responder shall comply with all conflict-of-interest laws, ordinances and regulations now in effect or enacted during the term of the eventual agreement. The responder warrants that it is not now aware of any facts that create a conflict of interest. If a responder becomes aware of any facts that might reasonably be expected to create a conflict of interest, it shall immediately make full written disclosure of such facts to the County, including identification of all persons involved and a complete description of all relevant circumstances. Failure to comply with this requirement shall be deemed a material breach of the requirements of this solicitation and the eventual agreement. Response acceptance RDI responses conditioned upon selection and receiving any other contract award from the County shall be rejected. 8 Appendix Arden Hills and Ramsey County Development Policy Resources City of Arden Hills 2040 Comprehensive Plan City of Arden Hills TCAAP Zoning Regulating Code (TRC) Ramsey County Equitable Development Framework (attached Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project Joint Development Authority TCAAP Redevelopment Project AGENDA ITEM 7 MEMORANDUM DATE: April 3, 2023 TO: Joint Development Authority Board of Commissioners FROM: Directors Collins and Perrault SUBJECT: JDA Advisory Committee Update The JDA Advisory Committee met on February 24, March 10 and March 17. A verbal update will be provided at the April 3 JDA meeting.