9.0.-9.A. EDSR 06-10-1996 � ) ITEM 9.
Oty of � ~ MEMORANDUM
Elk ,. •
River TO: Economic Development Authority
FROM: Executive Director, Pat Klaers
DATE: June 10, 1996
SUBJECT: Reports
Please be advised that I will not be in attendance at this June 10, 1996 EDA
meeting, as I will be out of the office on vacation. Assistant City
Administrator, Lori Johnson, will be in attendance.
A. SUSTAINABLE CITY SHOWCASE PROJECT
Please see the attached material as provided by Building and Zoning
Administrator, Steve Rohl£ Steve will be in attendance at this
meeting to update the EDA on the status of this project.
• B. BUSINESS INCUBATOR PROGRAM
This project is moving forward slowly. This is not unexpected due to
the lack of an available facility for this program. Besides the building,
the economics of the project need to be worked on and Roger Jensen
from the Anoka County Capitol Fund is pursuing this aspect of the
program.
In regard to a facility, one of our best opportunities may be to work
with a company that is constructing a new facility and to encourage
that company to build additional space that the city could use as a
incubator facility until the company grows and needs that space for
their use. The city is pursuing this avenue with a couple of companies
that we hope will be building new facilities in the next few months.
I have not requested Harlan Jacobs or Roger Jensen to be in
attendance at this EDA meeting.
C. MED LINK MEDICAL PROSPECT
Mr. Jacobs provided the EDA with an update on this prospect at the
• 5/13/96 worksession. This company currently is located in the
Columbia Heights Business Incubator that is managed by Mr. Jacobs.
13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River, MN 55330 • (612) 441-7420 • Fax: (612) 441-7425
• I have visited with the president of this company a number of times
and we have agreed to have a meeting toward the end of July to
discuss the possibility of this company coming to Elk River toward the
end of the year.
D. KING AND MAIN REDEVELOPMENT
The recent Star News article on King and Main is an accurate
summary of the project. The goal of the city is to have Mr. Chuba do
the redevelopment project in 1996, but if the right number and type of
future owners of the building space cannot be lined up, then this
construction project may not happen until July 1997. The TIF project
works financially either way, but it is more beneficial if the project is
substantially completed in 1996. The closing date on the properties is
scheduled for June 21, 1996. The City Council is scheduled to have a
public hearing on June 17, 1996 to receive input and hopefully
authorize the early acquisition of this property by the HRA prior to the
redevelopment plan being in place. There are some environmental
issues that need to be addressed, but these are not substantial and
should be able to be handled from a financial point of view. This
environmental information was discovered in the phase one audit that
. the city authorized to have completed by B. A. Leisch and Associates.
The finance department is working on the fiscal analysis of this
project, as we will have to borrow funds until the project property is
resold and TIF revenues are generated to pay off the debt.
All in all, this project is moving forward with the guidance from our
city attorney, with the cooperation of the future developer, and the
help of the real estate agent representing the three property owners.
E. GAGNE PROPERTY AND PROSPECTS
Per direction from the EDA, the city attorney is working with Mr.
Gagne's attorney in finalizing the purchase option/agreement for his
19.6 acres directly east of the Government Center. The city would only
pursue this purchase if it had two prospects (or one large one)
committed to developing in this area. If only the smaller prospect that
needs 3 1/2 acres is committed to this area, then we may work with
Mr. Gagne for him to directly sell this property to the prospect and the
city would be involved in a TIF project by way of extending the road,
sewer and water, and writing down the land. Ultimately, the city
would then not get involved in the land transaction. Again, the key
• player for the city to be involved in purchasing the land from Mr.
Gagne is the prospect that needs 9 acres. The option with Mr. Gagne
• gives us until the end of July to work things out, and hopefully the
timing will work for both prospects to commit and move forward
simultaneously.
F. SCOTT ABERNETHY PROSPECT
Correspondence was sent to Mr. Abernethy per EDA review. The
electric consumption rates identified in the letter were adjusted per
direction of Utility Commission members. As the EDA knows, Mr.
Abernethy was representing a prospect that had a substantial number
of employees, needed 15 acres or so, and was constructing a facility
that would be valued in excess of 5 million dollars. Since my
correspondence to Mr. Abernethy was sent in mid May, I have not
heard back from him and it is assumed that we did not come out in
first place. If this turns out to be the case, I believe the main factor
was electrical rates. Mayor Duitsman sat in on all of the Scott
Abernethy meetings as of late, and should be able to provide the EDA
with an update.
G. TRUCKING BUSINESSES
• The city has not received any commitment on the possible relocation of
Morrell Trucking, but we believe that if everything goes smoothly,
LaFabvre Trucking will be relocating to their property that they own
off of 171st Street. The City Council is scheduled to have a public
hearing on June 17, 1996 to consider amending the zoning ordinance
to allow development in the urban district before utilities are available
under certain conditions. The zoning and planning tool that may be
appropriate to use could be a planned unit development (P.U.D.). The
city attorney will have a recommendation and will offer comments on
this issue on June 17.
If everything goes well on 6/17/96, then the city will need to move
forward with its commitment to improve 171st Street. This public
improvement project would take place as soon as possible, but most
likely would be a late summer - early fall project and is expected to be
in the neighborhood of$450,000. Right of way is the current concern
regarding this project.
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ITEM 9e. '
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PUBLIC RESOURCE
GROUP, INC.
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Business Development£1 Finance Specialists
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' Mr :Pat Maas .
,,.'. City.,of,Elk.River : ';
to: .13065 .Orono.Parkway •
PO: ,Boz 490
:- • River, MN 55330 • •.
•',Rt.. ' TL Feeding . •. , , 'i
' • , Dear.Mr. Itlaers: ' • , '
IP On behalf of TL Feeding, we would request confirmation of the proPosed,Oity . sistance
package to the company. Based upon the company's commitment'to construct a ±43,000 • •
square foot office/showroom facility with a future minimum market value of$1,,250,000, '
the would request assistance as follows:
1. ` Right to purchase 3.25+ acre site at 51.35 per square foot ($190,000), all
P . improvements included.
2: ' Up-front TIF assistance equal to the land price.
3. Consideration of$50,000 low interest loan from the City's loan fund. •
' Please confirm the availability of assistance and the schedule required-.to have the site
. ,.. `ready,for'construction as soon as possible.
Si
. ncerely; ' ' •
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, .. : PU•BLIC . OURCE GROUP, INC.
- , Patrick W.`Pelstring ,
'•, Chief Executive Offic • ,
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1 4205 Lancaster Lane North• Suite 1100 • Minneapolis,Minnesota 55441 • (612)550.7979 .• (612)550-9221 Fax
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ITEM 9.a.
•ty of XMEMORANDUM
Elk
Rivt' TO: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
FROM: STEPHEN ROHLF, BUILDING AND
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
DATE: JUNE 10, 1996
SUBJECT: UPDATE ON SUSTAINABLE CITY
SHOWCASE
City staff is in the process of putting the final touches to our application to
become the Sustainable City Showcase. To that end staff hosted a meeting
on May 29th to solicit community support for Elk River's nomination.
. To date, the EDA has received copies of letters of support for Elk River's
nomination from Anoka Electric, Elk River Municipal Utilities, and United
Power Association. Attached to this memo are additional letters of support
from The Cretex Companies, Bank of Elk River, First National Bank, the
County's economic development director, and NRG. Also Attached is a letter
from the Elk River Municipal Utilities stating that they would be willing to
buy excess wind generated electricity from a demonstration site. Staff
anticipates additional letters of support from Minnegasco, Elk River Area
Chamber of Commerce, the Elk River Builders Association, and the School
District 728.
Being selected the Sustainable City Showcase would be a significant step for
the economic growth of this area. Staff is pleased with the community
response to this issue. The selection should be made in July.
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13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River, MN 55330 • (612) 441-7420 • Fax: (612) 441-7425
THE CRETEX COMPANIES, INC.
311 LOWELL • ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA 55330
datrn
TEL. (612) 441-2121 • FAX (612)441-3585
mow
May 28, 1996
Minnesota Environmental Initiative
527 Marquette Avenue
Suite 2420
Minneapolis, MN 55402-9709
I am writing on behalf and in support of the City of Elk
River as the Sustainable City Showcase .
The Cretex Companies, Inc . have a long history with the City
of Elk River. Along with our first Concrete Products plant, our
corporate headquarters has been located in Elk River since 1917 .
Over the years many of our employees have been involved with many
civic and community activities .
• We have found the City and its personnel to be proactive in
the many challenges of a fast growing community. I'm sure the
Minnesota Environmental Initiative would not be disappointed in
the energy level and support by the City of Elk River and the
Community if Elk River was named Sustainable City Showcase .
Yours very truly,
THE CRETEX COMPANIES, INC.
Thomas C. Bender
President
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CRETEX CONCRETE PIPE,PRESTRESSED-PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS
FABRICATED METAL PRODUCTS.PRECISION MACHINED PARTS.INJECTION MOLDED PLASTICS
THE BANz
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OF ELK RIVER
May 31, 1996
Minnesota Environmental Initiative
527 Marquette Avenue, Suite 2420
Minneapolis, Mn. 55402-9709
To Whom it May Concern:
The Bank of Elk River is pleased to support the Minnesota Environmental
Initiative's "Energy Alley" project. We are excited in anticipation of
our city being designated as a "Sustainable City Showcase".
This area has many resources that will be catalytic in achieving very
positive results for these projects. Along with the very strong cooper-
ative efforts of the City of Elk River, Sherburne County and our financial
• institutions, we have a state of the art land fill, United Power Association
and the Refuse Derived Fuel Plant owned by NSP located here in Elk River.
There are several smaller commercial ventures relating to renewable energy
and energy efficient technology also within our trade area. Elk River is
very easily accessible by either rail or highway and we are a quick fifty
minutes from the Minneapolis-St.Paul Airport.
Sin 1 rel ,
110/4
James M. Simpson
President
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DOWNTOWN ELK RIVER MALL OTSEGO
630 Main Street 846 Freeport Avenue 15800 88th Street NE
Elk River,MN Elk River,MN Otsego,MN
441-1000 441-9000 441-7700
FirstNationalan
of Elk River
May 29, 1996
Anoka Office
1121 W.Hwy.10
Anoka,MN 55303
(612)422-0537
Minnesota Environmental Initiative
527 Marquette Avenue Suite 2420
Minneapolis, MN 55402-9709
Elk Park Center Office
19157 Freeport Ave.
Elk River,MN 55330 Dear Minnesota Environmental Initiative:
(612)441-5684
In our relationship with Elk River industry, we know that we have high quality
industrial firms that add to the vitality of our community. Many of these firms are in
• Elk River due to the strong support of the City of Elk River and their economic
Main Office efforts; as well as the commitment of local financial institutions.
729 Main Street
Elk River,MN 55330
(612)441-2200 I am positive that if we are designated as a Sustainable City Showcase, the City of Elk
River, the Economic Development Authority, the Chamber of Commerce, and
industrial leaders will work diligently to provide a positive atmosphere for industries
that deal in renewable energy and energy efficient technology. An excellent example
SAX Office of this joint co-operation is the fact that NSP's Refuse Derived Fuel Plant is located
19424 Evans St.NW in our community.
Elk River,MN 55330
(612)441-2447
The local financial institutions have been, and will continue to be, committed to a
strong industrial community.
Zimmerman Office
26040 Main St. incerely,
Zimmerman,MN 55398
(612)856-2266
DUANE E. KROPUENSKE
Executive Vice President
First National Mortgage
716 Main Street
ever,MN 55330 DEK/mkt
2)441-7133
MAY-10-96 FRI 10:03 FAX NO. 0 P. 03
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Elk River-Resource Recovery
10700 165th Avenue NW
Elk River,MN 55330
Telephone(6I2)441-3800
Fax(612)441-8989
May 3, 1996
Minnesota Environmental Initiative
527 Marquette Avenue, Suite 2420
Minneapolis, MN 55402-9709
Elk River Resource Recovery is supportive of the Minnesota
Environmental Initiative Energy Alley project. This project is a long range
plan for bettering the environment.
The City of Elk River would be an excellent choice for the Sustainable
City Showcase. The Elk River Resource Recovery Facility, located in the
• City of Elk River, is a great example of a vision to protect the environment
and save energy which has developed into a viable operating project
where municipal solid waste is converted to power plant fuel, and ferrous
metal is recycled. This facility is available for tours for gaining
understanding of state of the art waste disposal.
In addition, the corridor between Anoka and Saint Cloud has been
identified as a high growth area through the next decade. Elk River,
located neatly within that corridor, will have high construction activity and
population growth well into the future. This would be an ideal attribute for
the Sustainable City Showcase.
For those reasons, NRG Energy, Inc. supports the City of Elk River for the
Sustainable City Showcase for the "Energy Alley" project.
Since(ly,
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Ron Will
Vice President Operations & Engineering
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ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
41
vit322 King Avenue
Elk River, Minnesota 55330
Phone (612) 441-2020
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May 15, 1996
Minnesota Environmental Initiative
527 Marquette Avenue Suite 2420
Minneapolis, MN 55402-9709
SUBJECT: "ENERGY ALLEY' PROJECT
The Elk River Municipal Utility Commission has considered the issue of
buying excess electricity from a wind powered industry. We would be more
than happy to buy excess wind generated electricity from an energy alley
demonstration site, if the City is nominated the Sustainable City Showcase.
Sincerely,
• •
J hn Dietz
Vice Chair
Elk River Municipal Utility Commission
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Established to promote Minnesota's energy efficiency & renewable energy (EERE) industry.
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. ENERGY 9 ve®
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A program of theSpring MinnesotaNewsletter Environm1996ental Initiative
Good Luck Ciaran!
otEnergy Alley would like to thank MEI's departing executive director, Ciaran Mannion, for his vision
and dedication to the program. The Energy Alley steering committee presented Ciaran with a
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certificate honoring his efforts in developing the program and promoting energy efficiency and
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renewable energy. Thanks Ciaran and best wishes to you and your family!
Energy Alley Holds First Success Story Energy Tour
This past February, Energy Alley presentation included a plant tour
steering and marketing committee demonstrating unique computer- * _ I
members were treated to the initial designed fluorescent light reflectors I. .
run-through of the Success Story as well as their geo-source heat pump
Energy Tour. The tour visited three installation. .. .
sites that utilize energy efficient The Success Story Energy Tour
and/or renewable energy products concluded with Minnegasco's fuel
and services. District Energy St. cell on the Mpls./St. Paul Air Force '' .
Paul's executive vice president Reserve base. Jack Duchow, .E .," `' ''�
Matt Schuerger and president
Anders Rydaker gave the tour's account manager of energy sales, k
first presentation on their district
presented the tour's only outdoor
heating and cooling system and performance. Jack explained the tolt
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lobbying effort to convince the
their expansion plans. The plant is Department of Defense (DOD) to
Iso experimenting with burning city install a fuel cell in Minnesota. They
tree waste trimmings. other ten DOD fuel cells are sta- t '
En route to the next stop, Jack tioned on either coast. Minnesota's
Litzau of the MN Department of cold climate provided an ideal
Public Service presented an informal opportunity for DOD to test the fuel
lecture on the role of his department cell in "Arctic conditions". The fuel
in Minnesota's energy policy and in cell operates without burning fuel
the electricity restructuring debate. and with few moving parts, minimizing
The energy entourage stopped next exhaust and noise emissions.
at Energy Solutions International, A special thanks to the three site
one of the fastest growing companies hosts for their preparation and
in Minnesota. In three years the for the opportunity to observe their
company's annual sales have increased energy efficiency and renewable Matt Schuerger guides the tour through District
from $3 million to $22 million. The energy efforts and facilities! Energy St. Paul's facility.
Starting in May Energy Alley will feature one tour every month. Multiple-site tours will be conducted periodically and arranged for
specific events such as conferences. Call Joel Burns at MEI, 334-3388, if you are interested in participating in a tour and if you would
like to have your site considered for a tour.
Sustainable City to Showcase Energy Efficiency
A sustainable community uses its resources to meet utilities of Minnesota communities to consider becoming
current needs while ensuring that adequate resources a Sustainable City Energy Showcase. We received an
are available for future generations. overwhelming response, indicating that Minnesotans have a
- United Nations strong desire for a cleaner environment and a better economy.
The Sustainable City Energy Showcase presents the Interviews with prospective cities will be conducted
opportunity for a Minnesota community to look at its energy throughout June, with the sustainable city being selected
use and collaborate with leading Minnesota energy in July. The final sustainable city blueprint, including the
professionals on incorporating sustainability through technologies to be demonstrated in the city, will be
conservation and renewable energy technology in the city developed and determined by a committee made up of
plan. Benefits to the community include energy savings, city participants, EERE industry members, and Energy
increased profit for the industries involved, increased Alley staff. Together we will promote energy saving and the
local employment and decreased operating cost of development of indigenous resources, creating a model of
government. lasting energy practices for other cities to follow.
In January, Energy Alley invited mayors and municipal For further information contact Joel Burns at MEl. 334-3388.
lir EnergyAlley News
Energy Alley Serves Up Breakfast Briefings Congratulations 0
The Energy Breakfast Briefings were a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to the new
designed to provide a forum for energy Campaign to educate the public about Energy Alley Steering
professionals to share ideas, discuss the benefits of energy efficiency strategies Committee Members
energy issues and policy, and learn to improve environmental quality and Six new Energy Alley
about new energy efficient and renewable save consumers money. Through polling Steering Committee members
energy (EERE) technology. They are and focus group research, the ELPC were elected at the March
also a vehicle for linking the financial found that the public responds to the meeting.
community and government with the environmental message first and cost
EERE industry. saving second. The PSA's are part of a Congratulations and welcome!
The breakfast briefings have had a broader project at the ELPC to research
strong start with two briefings held in and develop new strategies and messages Mary Jane Heinen
March. The first briefing featured to communicate the environmental and Whole Builders Cooperative
Michael Fatigati of Arkenol, Inc. Mr. economic benefits of energy efficiency to James Jarvis
Fatigati presented Arkenol's RDF the public. Minnesota Trade Office
(refuse-derived fuel) ethanol technology Topics being considered for future Ralph Jacobson
to be used in Dakota County. Attendees briefings include energy financing, energy Innovative Power Systems
had the chance to critique the investment, training on new building codes,
"re-commercialization" of a proven, and international trade. The briefings Bill Poppert
concentrated acid-hydrolysis process. also offer the opportunity for leaders in Technology North
The second briefing was hosted by the energy industry to meet and facilitate William Rudelius
Howard Learner, president, and Jimmy dialogue with visiting officials. University of Minnesota
Seidita, financial analyst, of the Ideas for breakfast briefing sessions can Matt Schuerger
Environmental Law and Policy Center be directed to Julie Ball at MEI, 334-3388. District Energy St. Paul, Inc.
(ELPC). The ELPC has been conducting
Snapshot of Companies Attention Energy Alley Participants:
Involved in Energy Alley: The Science Museum of Minnesota is considering proposals for
incorporating Minnesota EERE technology into the design of their new•
Air For Life, Inc. facility. The proposed project timeline:
Andersen Corporation May 1-23: Project plans and specifications available for review
BossAire Inc. at McGough Construction, Metropolitan Mechanical,
City of St. Paul Hunt Electric, the Builders Exchange, and Dodge.
Cuningham Hamilton Quiter May 15: Meeting at Ellerbe Becket, 4 - 6 pm.
District Energy St. Paul Inc. May 23: Submittal date: list of energy products and specifications
Ellerbe Becket Inc. as they relate to potential installation.
Energy Performance Systems May 23: Submittal date: proposed substitution of products
Enervision specified in museum's design development set.
Faegre & Benson (Forms will be provided at May 15 meeting.)
g May 23-June 6: Meeting dates between Ellerbe Becket, The Science
Honeywell Museum and submittors.
Innovative Power Systems For more information, please contact Joel Burns at(612) 334-3388.
Kattner/FVB District Energy
LHB Architects & Engineers Two Committee Members Deserve Special Recognition
The McKnight Foundation
Minnegasco . The progress of Energy Alley's initiative has been greatly
Minnesota Building Research Center aided by the hard work of two members: Norma Swanson
Minnesota De artment of Public Service of Air for Life, and Technology North's Bill Poppert.
p
rig,
, Ms. Swanson's experience in the energy efficiency industry
Minnesota Project ` with energy recovery ventilators has been a valuable asset
Minnesota Trade Office to Energy Alley's steering and sustainable city committees.
Northern Alternative Energy , • Air For Life manufactures residential, commercial and industrial
Northern States Power BossAire energy recovery ventilators in Minneapolis.
Padilla Speer Beardsley Mr. Poppert's engineering and problem-solving capabilities
Phillips•Klein Companies, Inc. have helped Energy Alley's steering and marketing
Renewable Energy Services committees' objectives to promote energy efficiency and
SolarAttic, Inc. renewable energy. Bill was awarded the National Award for
Sound Insulation Program pt Energy Innovation by the U.S. Department of Energy for hisSaint Paul Neighborhood Energy Consortiumwork as energy director, international business develop
Technology North and financial analyst at Carlson companies. Technolog
University of Minnesota North provides energy audits for commercial and industrial
Carlson School of Management buildings. Bill was recently elected to the Energy Alley
Whole Builders Cooperative steering committee.
Congratulations and thank you, Norma and Bill.
Minnesota Energy News
EEBA Announces
Energy Efficiency 1996 Excellence in Building Conference
Financing for
Non-Profits is Available Over the last thirteen years the Energy Efficient Building Association
(EEBA) has been actively educating about energy efficient building con-
The Environmental&Energy Resource cepts. Through their annual conference, EEBA has been successful in
Center (EERC) announces the bringing together a national audience to learn about the latest in building
availability of below-market techniques, providing opportunities for building and energy professionals
rate financing for fellow non- to network and learn from the best and the brightest in the industry.
profit organizations. The EERC will The 1996 Excellence in Building Conference will be held at the Hyatt
provide financing for energy conser- Regency Minneapolis, November 14-17. Professional/peer reviewed work
vation and efficiency upgrades.The will be presented at the conference on all areas of building science,
funds, says the EERC, are one way construction practices, marketing, utility and government programs. With
they can repay the community for the addition of a track focused on large commercial building, the '96
fifteen years of support. conference will be the most comprehensive show of the year.
The EERC financing guidelines Exposition,
The main highlight of the conference will be the EEBA
include:
scheduled for November 15 and 16. With an expected attendance of over
• Financing through loan or lease 800 people, the Expo offers the rare opportunity to present energy
arrangement. efficient and renewable energy (EERE) products and services to pur-
• Negotiable below-market interest chasers from across the nation. Expo events have been planned to
rate (approximately 7%to 8%). increase traffic to exhibits and create an "exhibitor friendly" conference
for all participants. An early registration discount is being offered for
• Maximum loan term of five years those who sign up by June 1, 1996.
ip (60 months) to match savings
stream. The EEBA conference is noted for offering a wide range of presentations
* Loan cap of$20,000 for customers from all sectors of the industry. The call for papers invites building
less than 100 kW. Loan cap of professionals to share their research, field experience, case studies,
$40,000 for customers more than program successes and breakthrough technologies with their colleagues.
100 kW. Those interested in presenting a technical paper, case study, half-day or
full day pre-conference session, interactive session or panel discussion
Call Valdi Stefanson at the may contact EEBA Conference Headquarters to request a call for papers.
Environment& Energy Resource
Center for details, (612)227-7847. For more information contact Elizabeth or Jim at the EEBA office:
612-851-9940.
NSP Program Powers Residential Solar Use
This summer Northern States Power Company will PV system which will generate an estimated 200 kW
install up to 17 photovoltaic (PV) systems for hours per month or roughly $14 of electricity.
residential customers. NSP first offered the Electricity produced by the system will be used in the
program in its January 1996"Energy Wise" newsletter customer's home. Any excess production will be
which is delivered to residential customers with sold to NSP at the existing residential rate.
their monthly statements. Program manager Dick Customers selected for the program will be required
Ellis said NSP is very pleased that more than to sign a contract agreeing to pay NSP $50 a month
200 customers responded. (in addition to their regular electric charges ) for five
years.
Systems will be installed on homes with the best
solar potential. Specifically, the program will select After the first five years, the customer can sign
single family homes with at least 320 square feet of another contract for five years with the same
unobstructed south-facing roof. NSP wants to payment schedule, purchase the system for $3000,
gauge residential customers' desire to support solar or have the system removed. After a total of ten
energy and to study the durability and performance years, the customer may purchase the system for
of the PV panels in our climate. $1. Future projects, if any, will be based on the
results of this initial program.
Solar Advantage participants will fare well through
this program. NSP will install a $15,000 to $20,000 We will keep you posted on the program results.
Calendar of Events
Residential Service Core Optimizes Space and Energy May 10-13
American Institute of
Residential mechanical systems are r; Architects National
seldom designed. Instead, they are installed Convention
�, Minneapolis,MN
to accommodate a space plan that fails to � � Contact: Stephanie Vierra
consider pipes, ducts and other equipment. AIA Research
The Service Core demonstration is a joint Phone:(202)879-7752
effort of Minnegasco and the Johnson Fax: (202)626-7425
Controls Institute on Environmental Quality t May 13-17
in Architecture at the University of 25th IEEE Photo Voltaic
Wisconsin - Milwaukee. The purpose of the Specialists Conference
Service Core demonstration is to invoke a J� Hyatt Regency Crystal City
paradigm shift in residential architecture: Contact:Washington,WendyDC Larson-NREL
rather than run mechanicals to accommodate Phone: (303)384-6497
a floor plan, first optimize the mechanicals
to improve performance and reduce May 22
installation/operating costs, then consider Energy Efficient
their feasibility plan. The goal is improved inancig and Home
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performance and reduced costs. Rating Systems: An
Introduction
Co-sponsored by Energy Alley&Saint
The Service Core has the potential to Paul Neighborhood Energy Consortium
reduce energy costs in five ways: it reduces St.Paul Hotel. sr. Paul,MN
the installation cost of energy systems; it ,:' Contact:Julie Ball at MEI
Phone:(612)334-3388
reduces distribution losses in plumbing and : i
air-handling systems; it reduces the cost of June 8-12
heating/cooling spaces by minimizing International District
penetrations through the thermal envelope; 000.11. Energy Association's 87th
all energy-using plant is accessible for Annual Conference &
Trade Showmaintenance, a critical feature to assure life-cycle savings on high-efficiency equipment; Sheraton Washington
since energy-using systems are proximate, there are greater opportunities for recovering Hotel,Washington, DC
waste energy from ventilation air, grey water or refrigeration processes. Nothing is Contact: IDEA
buried in floor or wall assemblies, so components remain accessible for inspection, Phone: (202)429-5111
maintenance, and repair. June 19-20 •
The proximityand compactness of Service Core systems arepossible because of new Strategic Gas Forum
p Y Cobo Exhibition Center
gas combustion technology. Heating equipment need not be placed near a chimney in De
the basement, with rocess heated air or water Contact:troit,MI Registrar,Assoc. of
out uts
p p ( ) pumped to distant locations. Energy Engineers
Smaller, more efficient heating equipment may be placed in a small mechanical room. Phone:(770)925-9633
The basement may be eliminated or used for living space - an effective strategy for
affordable housing. June 21-23
The Midwest Renewable
Prototyping and demonstration of the Service Core is underwritten in part by Energy Fair
Minnegasco with financial and technical support from Lennox Industries, VANMAR Portagemherst,CoWuntIy Fairgrounds
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Ventilation, Weyerhaeuser Company and the Kohler Company. The project is managed Organized by MREA
by Stan Wrzeski, a Visiting Scholar at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. (Midwest Renewable EnergyAss.'E.
Phone:(715)824-5166
Fax: (715)824-5399
For further information, please contact Stan Wrzeski. In Wisconsin: (P) 414-229-
6878 E-Mail: wrz@csd.uwm.edu. In Minneapolis: (P) 612-321-5095. June 23-27
Wind Power 1996
Denver,CO
Organized by the AWEA(American
Wind Energy Association)
The Rocky Mountain Institute Offers Publications for Contact:Linda Redmond,
Sustainable Living _ AWEA Meetings Coordinator
Phone:(202)383-2500
The Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) wants to make energy efficiency and renewable Fax:(202)383-2505
information available to as many people as possible. RMI's publication catalog November 14-17
includes a wide range of energy material—resource-efficient buildings, transportation, Energy Efficient Building
general energy information, electricity & electric utilities, water & agriculture, Association (EEBA) 1996
sustainable economic development and national energy security issues. Energy Excellence in Building
Alley has ordered copies of RMI's"Community Energy Workbook"for the Sustainable Conference
City committee to serve as a project planning guide once the city is up and running. Hyatt Regency
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Minneapolis, N
To receive a publications catalog call (970) 927-3420 or fax (970) 927-3851. Contact: Elizabeth
You can also request a catalog through the RMI homepage, Phone:(612)851-9940
http://solstice.crest.org/rmi or through e-mail, orders@rmi.org.
r News
Et) World Enegv
U.S. Oil Dependence, Middle East Instability Make Case for Renewables & Efficiency
A recent public opinion study by the Environmental Law chieftains are of the Alawite clan who make up 13 percent
and Policy Center suggests the lessons of the 1973 and of the Syrian population. Ethnic resentment is said to be
1979 oil crises are forgotten. Environmental concerns, building between Alawites and the Sunni Muslims who
rather than economic security, drive energy efficiency and make up nearly 80 percent of Syria's population. Although
renewable energy. But is another energy crisis that far away? Saudi Arabia's King Fand has named a successor,
rivalries between the heirs and his half-brothers are
According to Energy Foundation figures, global oil problematic. The following countries have no heirs,
consumption is growing at 1.8 percent annually. "If the Morocco, Jordan, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates and
increased demand must be met with the supplies from the Oman. In short, the U.S. is hard-pressed to determine who
Middle East, we can expect the political demands of these will be our next oil allies.
exporting nations to grow in proportion to their oil exports,"
reports the Energy Foundation. Domestic oil production Technical solutions are available for the U.S. to reduce its
declined in the last twenty years. At the current rate, the dependence on oil imports. In the transportation sector,
U.S. will be over 60 percent dependent on imported oil, improved fuel efficiency for cars and trucks, use of
consuming more than 11 million barrels of imported oil a alternative fuels, and improved public transportation which
day by the year 2000. reduces the total vehicle miles traveled, would have a
major impact on oil imports.
OPEC members supply almost 30 percent of the total
world's oil. While OPEC's influence has waned since the In the industrial, commercial and residential sectors, the
1970s, disruptions in OPEC supply do have an effect on best options for reducing oil use are improving the energy
oil prices. The most recent example is Iraq's invasion of efficiency of buildings, appliances, and industrial processes
Kuwait. The Minnesota Department of Public Service and using renewable energy and natural gas alternatives
reported that the Gulf War raised petroleum prices and to oil. Many businesses who can deliver these products
caused a decrease in petroleum consumption by 2 and services are based in Minnesota and are coordinating
percent. The hostility is over for now but according to one their efforts with Energy Alley.
boundary expert, the Iraq/Kuwait border conflict will
•remain a "political time bomb" until Iraq can find an Since 1975 energy efficiency measures have reduced
alternative to the port of Basra to ship its oil. U.S. projected energy use by over 30 percent. Renewable
energy now accounts for nearly 10 percent of domestic
Currently, there are thirteen border disputes from Egypt to energy production. In the past two decades, proven and
Iran. Many of the Arab states' leaders are aging, and it is cost-effective products and services have become
difficult to determine if these OPEC nation's next leaders available and many technologies have experienced
will be friends or foes to the US. "The leaders who have marked price drops and are now cost-competitive with,
ruled the Arab world for decades are growing old, embat- and often cheaper than, conventional energy sources.
tied and sick, and nobody is certain who will replace Regional efforts like Energy Alley, which promote the use
them,"writes Peter Waldman of the Wall Street Journal. of energy efficient and renewable energy
In Egypt, President Mubarak has yet to name a successor products,equipment and services, are helping to reduce
or Vice President and possibilities include several military the United States' dependence on imported oil and posi-
leaders and a few civilians. Syria's future is especially tion ourselves for a more secure economy.
uncertain. President Assad and his most trusted
Department of Energy (DOE) Promoting Clean Energy in Europe
The DOE is eager to promote clean energy technology exports and it is setting its sights on the European continent. The
DOE has conducted forums where U.S. industry representatives and their European counterparts discuss opportunities
for commercial cooperation in such fields as energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable energy technologies
and energy policy. Contact Terri Walters at the DOE for more information, (202) 586-1712 or fax, (202) 586-0861
(Information provided by the National Center for Appropriate Technology).
Minnesota Trade Office Promotes EERE Opportunities in Japan
New Earth '96 Energy Alley companies are encouraged to call Inkie Rutgers or Karin Nelson at the MN
November 13-16, 1996
Intex Osaka Fairgrounds
Osaka, Japan
Trade Office regarding the New Earth '96 exhibit in Osaka, Japan. The Japanese market
for environmental technology is expected to grow at 6 percent per year until the year 2000,
expanding from $150 billion to $225 billion. Currently, much of Japan's environmental
• technology is imported. Energy conservation and new-energy technology comprises one
Exhibitor Fee: 53.000-S4,500
(3m x 3m booth) of the several exhibit areas. There will be 1,300 booths and expected attendance is
MTO Shared Booth:S500 60,000. The MTO plans to participate in the US Pavilion and to share its booth with
Minnesota companies.
For more information, call(612)297-4222.
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Kevin Lawless
Andersen Corporation John Gordon, Chair Northern States Power
MEI Board of Directors and
Honeywell Faegre& Benson Ciaran Mannion
Minnesota Environmental
Mi n negasco Sandra Broekema Initiative
Minnegasco
Northern States PowerAlfred Marcus
Bob Dilks University of Minnesota
The McKnight Foundation BossAire, Inc.
Jack Nightingale
John Dunlop Honeywell
Renewable Energy Services {
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Minnesota Building Research 1
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Mary Jane Heinen
Whole Builders Cooperative Dan Ray
The McKnight Foundation
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B.A.LIESCH ASSOCIATES,INC. 13400 15TH AVE.N. MINNEAPOLIS,MN 55441 612/559-1423 FAX:612/559-2202
June 6, 1996
Mr. Steve Rohlf
The City of Elk River
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN 55330
RE: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment- 812 Main Street, 307 and 317 King Avenue, Elk River,
Minnesota
Dear Steve:
As you requested, Liesch has put together a preliminary cost estimate to address the bullet items listed in
Section 6.0 of the above referenced report. Each bullet item is listed in the following section and is
accompanied by a cost explanation as appropriate.
• Complete the asbestos containing materials survey to comply with NESHAPS requirements.
• Employ a licensed asbestos contractor to remove friable asbestos containing materials in accordance
with NESHAPS requirements.
307 & 317 King Avenue Asbestos Survey Costs are included in the May $4126.71
31, 1996 Liesch invoice along with the costs for the Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment referenced above. This number is the invoice total.
Asbestos report for 307 & 317 King Avenue $ 500
Asbestos survey and report 812 Main Street $1000
Asbestos abatement 307 King Avenue $3000
Asbestos abatement 317 King Avenue and 812 Main Street - unknown at unknown
this time - survey completion and laboratory results needed
Laboratory costs $2000
Subtotal • $10,626.71
• Decommission and remove the fuel oil tanks.
Removal of two 265 Gallon aboveground storage tanks $1800
• Disposal of heating oil (estimating 132.5 gallons) $ 332
Subtotal $2132
06/07/96 09:03 $612 559 2202 BA LIESCH Z 004/004
• • An underground storage tank may be located in the vicinity of the southwest corner of the building
at 812 Main Street.
Underground storage tank removal $2000
Subtotal (note: if a leak is present in the tank and contamination has $2000
occurred additional funds would be involved)
The following is a total of all the above subtotals.
Asbestos surveys and asbestos removal, including laboratory costs $10,626.71
Removal, transportation and disposal of two ASTs and heating oil $2132
Removal, transportation and disposal of the x-ray machine, film processing $2370
equipment and chemicals
Removal, transportation and disposal of all PCB containing light ballasts $ 840
and fluorescent bulbs
Removal, transportation, and recycling of freon in three air conditioning $1500
units
Removal of cleaners, lubricants and paint cans located at 812 Main Street NC
• UST removal $2000
TOTAL $19,468.71
The above represents a preliminary cost estimate to complete recommendations identified in Section 6.0
of the Phase One Environmental Site Assessment-812 Main Street, 307 and 317 King Avenue,EIk River,
Minnesota. Please note at this time Liesch is unable to provide an accurate cost estimate for the asbestos
abatement at 317 King Avenue and 812 Main Street until the asbestos survey is completed. Additionally,
cost estimates associated with removal of lead sheeting will be developed once it is determined if any lead
sheeting is present. A more detailed cost proposal can be provided upon request. Please contact me with
any questions you may have. Thank you.
Sincerely,
B.A. LIESCH ASSOCIATES, INC.
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Suzanne Johson
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• Decommission and remove the x-ray machine, lead sheeting if present, film processing equipment,
and related chemicals.
Removal, transportation and disposal of x-ray machine $1370
Removal of lead sheeting, if present - cost is unknown at this time unknown
Film processing equipment - fixer, if present, can be filtered at a hospital NC
to remove the silver at no charge (NC)
Chemicals (this includes chemicals found in the x-ray room and the $1000
basement at 307 King Avenue) - lab packing of one barrel of chemicals,
transportation and disposal
Subtotal $2370
• Remove all PCB containing light ballasts and fluorescent bulbs.
Ballast transportation and disposal $ 250
Bulb transportation and disposal $ 90
Labor to remove ballasts and bulbs $ 500
Subtotal $ 840
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• Remove all ozone depleting chemicals and known mercury switch devices.
Removal, transportation, and recycling of freon in three air conditioning $1000
units
Removal of mercury switches if present $ 500
Disposal of mercury switches - items can likely be disposed of at no charge NC
Subtotal $1500
• Dispose of, or recycle, all hazardous or regulated materials in accordance with applicable rules and
regulations.
It is assumed in this cost estimate that the current residents of 812 Main NC
Street will remove cleaners, lubricants and paint cans from the structure at
that address when they relocate
Subtotal NC
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B.A.LIESCH ASSOCIATES,INC, 13400 15TH AVENUE NORTH MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55441