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HASTINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT and
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
The Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority of the City of
Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 6:00
p.m. at Hastings City Hall.
HEDRA Commissioners Present: Johnson, Goblirsch, Horsch, and Pemble.
HEDRA Commissioners Absent: Anderson, Carter, and Fox.
Staff Present: Community Development Director John Hinzman
Economic Development Coordinator Alex Menke
I. Quorum
A quorum was established and the meeting was called to order by President Johnson
at 6:00 PM with four members present.
II. Minutes
President Johnson asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the
regular meeting of January 25, 2024.
Minutes were approved as presented.
III. Bills
Hinzman summarized the bills and pointed out the payments for the Economic Development
Association of Minnesota Winter Conference, along with other billed items. President
Johnson asked if there were questions regarding the bills.
Commissioner Goblirsch motioned to approve the resolution, seconded by Commissioner
Pemble. Ayes 4; Nays 0. Motion approved.
IV. Business
A. Open to Business Update – Natalie Mouilso
Hinzman introduced Natalie Mouilso, the City’s Open to Business
representative. Ms. Mouilso presented a summary of the year-end report and
provided an update on services provided by the organization (Metropolitan
Consortium of Community Developers).
Commission discussion on most common challenges for starting a business in
the community. Ms. Mouilso shared creating a strong foundation is key and the
resources they have help to create that. Commissioners extended gratitude to
Ms. Mouilso and the work she does with the program and asked questions
regarding funding for the program. Ms. Mouilso indicated funding comes from
a number of sources with the top two being the U.S. Department of Treasury
and the State of Minnesota Deed Program.
B. Resolution #2024-04: Façade Improvement Program Grant – 101 2nd
Street E
Menke introduced the request to approve the façade improvement grant for
101 2nd Street E. Menke indicated the request would provide funding to
refurbish an entry door and installing a storm door. Menke shared the approval
has been approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission for replacement
standards.
No Commission discussion.
Commissioner Goblirsch motioned to adopt Resolution #2024-04 Approving
the Façade Improvement Program Grant for 101 2nd Street E, seconded by
Commissioner Horsch. Ayes 4, Nays 0. Motioned approved.
C. Resolution #2024-05: Amendment to Façade Improvement Program
Grant – 301 2nd Street E
Menke introduced the request to amend the façade improvement grant for 301
2nd Street E. Menke reviewed the original request would provide funding to
demolish the existing awning, but not cover any additional work for brick or
roof repair. Menke shared due to the circumstances, staff is supportive of
approval and reviewed the revised reimbursement total.
Commission discussion on procedure for reimbursing for a project from a
previous calendar year and considerations to review the existing program to
encourage a streamlined process.
No Commission action due to lack of quorum. The item will be brought before
the Commission again at the March 14, 2024 meeting.
V. Reports and Information
A. Development Updates:
Hinzman provided an update on current developments.
Commissioners posed questions on future developments for the Hastings
Creamery site. Hinzman indicated there is not enough information at this
time to properly address the question.
Commissioner Pemble made a motion to close the meeting at 6:32 p.m., seconded by
Commissioner Goblirsch. Motion passed 4-0. Meeting moved to a closed-door session.
VI. Closed Door Session
A. Review Potential Sale of Property
VII. Adjourn
A. Commissioner Goblirsch made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:14
p.m., seconded by Commissioner Pemble. Motion passed 4-0. Meeting
adjourned.
Next Meeting: Thursday, March 14, 2024
Respectively Submitted: Emily King