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6.1 EDSR 08-21-2017 ht of lk Request for Action River To Item Number Economic Development Authority 6.1 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by General Business August 21,2017 Colleen Eddy, Economic Development Specialist Item Description Reviewed by Beautification Awards Amanda Othoudt,EDD Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Approve,by motion, the recommendations from the Beautification Committee and recognize the two award recipients. Background/Discussion The Beautification Committee was established in March of 2017. From May through October,two winners will be chosen each month with a grand prize winner chosen in October. Business owners will receive public recognition and an award for making the city of Elk River beautiful! At their August 14, 2017,meeting the Beautification Committee reviewed three applications that were submitted for nomination. The Beautification Committee scored each of the applications and is `-- recommending approval to the following businesses in each category: • Ralphie's Minnoco with the award for making substantial improvements to the exterior of their building in the last year. Owner,Brian Brehmer will be at the meeting to accept the award. • American Family Insurance—Bonnie Koste Agency, Inc. in recognition of consistently maintaining their property in an attractive and well-kept manner. Owner,Bonne Koste will be at the meeting to accept the award. Financial Impact None Attachments • City Beautification Committee Packet August 14,2017 PBME1E1 IY [NATURE Meeting of the City of EDA City Monday August 14, 2017 Elk Beautification 10:00 a.m. �-� Elk River City Hall River Committee Upper Town Conference Room AGENDA Meeting Protocol • No sidebar discussions • No interruptions • State your concern • I nsurc you understand • Don't take things personally • Adhere to time limits I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER • Come prepared • Insure all are heard 2. CONSIDER AGENDA ._ ,_ 3. CONSENT AGENDA Considered to be routine and noncontroversial by the Economic Development Finance Committee and will be approved by one motion.There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Committee member,staff member,or citizen so requests,in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered under the regular agenda. 3.1 Minutes from July 10, 2017 4. GENERAL BUSINESS 4.1 Review City Beautification Applications 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS 5.1 None 6. ADJOURNMENT rellE111 IT INATURE C■tv of Elk ,^�^, Meeting of the EDA Beautification Committee River Held at the Elk River City Hall Monday,July 10, 2017 Members Present: Tamara Ackerman,Rhonda Magnussen,Ryan Hardin,DJ Bakken,Ann McCormick Members Absent: None Staff Present: Amanda Othoudt,Economic Development Director and Colleen Eddy, Economic Development Specialist 1. Call Meeting to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the EDA Beautification Committee was called to order at 10:10 a.m. 2. Consider Agenda Motion by Magnussen and seconded by Hardin to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0. 3.0 Consent Agenda Motion by Bakken and seconded by McCormick to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0. 4.1 Review City Beautification Applications Cretex Ms. Othoudt presented the application and confirmed the nomination description. Members completed the judging rubric. Spikes Ms. Othoudt presented the application and confirmed the nomination description. Members completed the judging rubric. Abra Auto Body Ms. Othoudt presented the application and confirmed the nomination description. Members completed the judging rubric. Ralphie's Ms. Othoudt presented the application and confirmed the nomination description. Members completed the judging rubric. Members discussed revisin g"the business submitted photos with their application" category ry as a bonus point as some businesses have not included photos so the judges only can give them one point. Motion by McCormick and seconded by Magnussen to award Abra Auto Body with the award for consistently maintaining their property in an attractive and well-kept manner. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Bakken and seconded by Magnussen to award Spikes Feed with the award for making substantial improvements to the exterior of their building and/or landscape in the last year. Motion carried 5-0. 5.1 Announcements Ms. Othoudt reinforced the committee to encourage businesses to apply for a Beautification award. 6. Adjournment Motion by Hardin and seconded by Ackerman to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 a.m. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes prepared by Colleen Eddy. Tina Allard, City Clerk Amanda Othoudt,Economic Development Director Elk -�-_ Request for Action River To Item Number Economic Development Authority Beautification Committee 4.1 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by General Business August 14, 2017 Colleen Eddy,Economic Development Specialist Item Description Reviewed by EDA City Beautification Application Review Cal Portner, City Administrator Reviewed by Action Requested Review the EDA City Beautification Applications and provide a recommendation to the EDA. Background/Discussion The City Beautification Committee serves to recognize business owners,whom have made an effort to clean,repair,improve,and enhance the overall aesthetics of their property to maintain the beauty of their neighborhood. This committee encourages community improvements which enhance our city's visual image and economic vitality. Ralphie's Minnoco,has been nominated to receive the following award: 1. A business that have made substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and/or landscape in the last year. Cretex Companies and American Family Insurance Bonnie Koste Agency,Inc. have been nominated to receive the following award: 2. A business that consistently maintain their properties in an attractive and well-kept manner. Financial Impact None Attachments • City Beautification Applications • Judging Rubric 11 ■ EREI 11' NATURE re e. ;4 4 . i S Application Requirements i 1. Submit completed entry form plus two high duality digital photos,including a "before"if available and"after" if applicable)by the first Monday of each month beginning in May through October of each year. !, I 2. Delive,yy c ii by tllc end of the business day on the Est Monday of the month; .$41,10ti Attention City of Elk Riser$eaut<frcifi on Committee Attach the coti feted and signed form ant ppcti.res to the cv pirment I3irectar go }P j ,elkri ermn, ov 3. . • .. 4 of mittee.will neet •" x a wanner.- .. atii.g. 4ft mt4r r .e, %! 4, :The .x tie: , � c and engraved pl> � 'Fplay at the following LDA meet tng.:.T a itia)mrl lso be recogntzcd tie ayor and City Council; t.• Eli liti g lit:y ' Pxope,rties must be.located within the corporate•limits of,the'city of Elk River • Projects must be visible from a public street. Submissions must have the consent of th.e`owner.'Self-iorninations are encouraged! ' For new construction,a certificate of occupancy must have been i L ssued. • • • ' Public projects are not eligible. • ' Projects that have won in.previous two years are not eligible. -. 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I { I Beautification Award Categories ' The Business has made Substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and/or landscape in the last year. The Business has consistently.inaintained their properties in an attractive and well- ., kept manner. • • S ' 9 .tf it tit 1��c c��''�i?;"E aeS,,,J i iz..s a t•4 tx�� . t ''''' i'i ' y k It t a WOn u.'.+"ir Jt y 7, k i ti e q ( 1'11 ( ' l'.*'''.' .'',':.,.,'',',.'i^'-';fijl. ',' - ' '''4.' t' I . 1 ,. ,, b K'' ,11 '`+"A 1 NI t y .... fi� 1 # 1 : ,a+b'1. . Y .t ,=.;,,-Yb - ♦ t ^e—...typ m y�... xwT a i.0..:-.x . ,x r Y C uYN b np3i ; sd . � ; Y. 6 F iy i/alt t - ,,i ial g ,.• Fg<,.. ,t w.,n3;", ,. ", ,k,.,,!,,,z, ,! ,,,,,....iii,47. iii.,:--1., --,,,,., ,, , sir. Applicatio ,rf .: � I Submit completed entry form plus two high quality digs A" otos, t `-. +" "before"if available and "after" (if applicable) by the first Monday of each month be.;ee in Ma thro x se e 2. Deliver via ern! by the end of the business day on the first Monday of the mon Subject: Attention City of Elk River Beautification Committee Attach the completed and signed form and pictures to the --~ Economic Development Director: 3. The Beautification Committee will meet and select a winner. 4. The winner would ``-4-‘6.' a`e x°6.1- ,' s 61`s F.+ c ` i T meeting. The winner will also be recognized by the Mayor and City Council.. Eligibility • Properties must be located within the co 'orate limits of the ci of Elk Riv • Projects must be visible from a the owner. Self-nominations are encouraged. • For new construction a cep +f• c ,••� ,. ee a �e.. • Public "?-1- • Projects that have won in previous two years are not eligible. City Beautification Award Entry Fo Nominee: -`4 ... / / :fir'/ ''/1 • Business Address: r'' 3 3 '' — ? Email: Office Phone: 2 3 4`/ 7" Cell' - Description/Reason for the nomination: • _ Beautification Award `= h- The Business has made Substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and ortandsca• la the ear. The Business has consistently maintained their properties in an attractive and well ` i.t Inner 4 Ralphie's Minnoco on Hwy 10 near YMCA Brian Brehmer recently celebrated his 4th year as owner and proprietor of Ralphie's purchasing the bank-owned property. During this period his business model has continuously evolved, along with an improved appearance with upgrades in pump stations and signage throughout the property in the fall of 2016 by signing on to become a Minnoco dealership. His businesses include deli and grocery items, great coffee offerings, U-Haul, LP Gas services, and is the landlord of Momma D's deli in his building. He has fully embraced the near-by community by offering gas discounts to city and county employees, YMCA patrons, and Library users. Also, very involved in the Elk River Chamber. His business model has attracted other businesses and I think was an important factor in Ebert selecting the adjoining property to further develop for businesses needed for West Enders. 8/3/2017 Gmail-Raiphies Pics mail Gerald Olsen <olsengc @gmail.com> Raiphies Pics 3 messages Barbara Jane Olsen<bestwayrealty@gmail.com> Sun, Jul 30, 2017 at 9:56 PM To: Jerry<olsengc @gmail.com> 1 &mil cc r ' . , 1 d '- , Barbara Jane Olsen <bestwayrealty@gmail.com> Sun, Jul 30, 2017 at 10:17 PM To: Jerry<olsengc @gmail.com> Raiphies Front View.jpeg 27K hops:!/mail.google.com/mail/ul0/?ui=2&ik=d 126f08dc 1&jsver=1 KukmJVEMCA.en.&view=pt&g=from%3Abestwayrealty%40gmail.com%20filename%3... 1/2 819/2017 [email-Raiphies Pitts • Barbara Jane Olsen <bestwayrealty @gmaii.com> Sun, Jul 30, 2017 at 10:18 PM To: Jerry <olsengc @gmail.com> loth Ralphies side View.jpeg s. viiiiimmkrt. 25K https:i/mail.googie.com/mail/ut01?ui=2&ik=d126f08dc1&isver=1KukmJVEMCA.en.&view=pt&q=from%3Abestwayrealty%4ogmail.com%20filename%3 2/2 City Beautification Award Entry Form Nominee: Ralphies Minnoco Business Address: 13374 Highway 10 Elk River Contact Name: Brian Brehmer Email: ralphiesvictorylane(a�gmail.com Office Phone: 763-441-7077 Cell (763) 350-0431 Description/Reason for the nomination: Brian has repeatedly invested in his property since opening the c-store and gas station in 2013. He took what used to be an eyesore and created an attractive highway commercial business. Most recently,his rebranding to Minnoco included replacing all the old gas pumps and the canopy.as well as freshening up the C-Store building. These updates have enhanced the visual appeal of this property along a major corridor in Elk River. Beautification Award Categories XX The Business has made Substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and/or landscape in the last year. The Business has consistently maintained their properties in an attractive and well-kept manner. City Beautification Award Entry Form Nominee: American Family Insurance Bonnie Koste Agency. Inc. Business Address: 913 Main Street,Elk River Contact Name Bonnie Koste Email: bkoste @amfam.com Office Phone: 763-441-9029 Cell Description/Reason for the nomination: Bonnie Koste Agency of American Family Insurance took what was once an aging residential property in the heart of downtown Elk River and transformed it into a beautiful office. The landscaping and green space is an attractive feature on a busy route through the downtown district. Pride of ownership shows with the attention to detail in upkeep and seasonal decor. Beautification Award Categories The Business has made Substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and/or landscape in the last year. XX The Business has consistently maintained their properties in an attractive and well-kept manner. -_____. 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' e a r :1 y ' t r f ' Judging Rubric Award recognizes commercial properties that contribute to the beautification of the city through landscaping and architecture Judging is limited to the property visible from the public right of way 1. The first category is for businesses that have made substantial improvements to the exterior of their buildings and/or landscape in the last year. 2. The second category is for businesses that consistently maintain their properties in an attractive and well-kept manner. Category Scoring Rubric 0 1 2 3 Total Criteria Does not meet Unknown/ Meets the Exceeds the the criteria Neutral criteria criteria The business visually enhances the surrounding neighborhood? The property is well maintained? The property incorporates a visually pleasing color scheme? The property incorporates creativity and design? The business made substantial improvements to their landscaping? (only answer for criteria #1) The business consistently maintained their property in an attractive and well-kept manner? (only answer for criteria #2) **Bonus Point: The business submitted photos with their a lication? Grand Total