EDA MIN 11-17-2025
Meeting of the Economic Development
Authority
Held at the Elk River City Hall
Monday, November 17, 2025
Members Present: President Matt Westgaard, Commissioners Cory Grupa, J. Brian Calva, Jeff
Hartwig, Mike Beyer, and Jennifer Wagner
Members Absent: Commissioner Charlie Blesener
Staff Present: Economic Development Specialist Joshua Mollan, and City Clerk Tina Allard
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. CONSIDER AGENDA
Moved by Commissioner J. Brian Calva and seconded by Commissioner Cory Grupa to
approve the agenda. Motion Carried 6-0.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Commissioner Mike Beyer and seconded by Commissioner Jennifer Wagner to
approve the following consent items as outlined in their respective staff reports. Motion
Carried 6-0.
4.1 DRAFT Minutes - October 20, 2025
4.2 Check Register
4.3 Balance Sheet
4.4 Revenue/Expenditure Reports
5. OPEN FORUM
No one appeared for open forum.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no public hearings.
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7. GENERAL BUSINESS
7.1 Presentation - Beautification Award Winner
The staff report was presented. Mr. Mollan stated the Beautification and Public Art Committee granted
the award to the Chamber of Commerce who competed against four other business submissions. He
reviewed the before and after photos of their remodel project, which was completed by Attics to
Basements. He noted that Elk River Executive Director Debbie Rydberg was unable to attend tonight
but shared her gratitude for the recognition noting the project reflects the pride we all have in our
community.
Chamber Board representatives, former Chair Katie Jendro, current Chair David Black and Marketing
and Events Manager Ginger Jungling, along with Attics to Basement Owner David Vinje were in
attendance to accept the award. Ms. Jendro spoke on behalf of the Chamber expressing thanks for the
award, noting the recognition means a great deal to their organization and reflects the Chamber's pride
in the community. She discussed the shared belief that Elk River is worth investing in and when we
collaborate together for community success, we make the community a place where people want to
live, work, visit, and grow. She stated the Chamber is grateful for the partnership with the city.
President Westgaard congratulated the Chamber members and stated it was amazing to see the
transformation of the building.
7.2 Twin City Metal Works Loan Maturity and Payoff
The staff report was presented.
President Westgaard stated it's nice to get to a situation like this with a local business, noting there
were bumps along the road, and that the last seven years, from a business perspective, have been rough
due to COVID; but this business was able to fight their way through these trying times, and we could
work together to assist them through it.
Moved by Commissioner J. Brian Calva and seconded by Commissioner Jeff Hartwig to
approve a final payoff amount of $935.21 for the Twin Cities Metal Works
Microloan. Motion Carried 6-0.
8. OPEN DISCUSSION
Mr. Mollan noted the following items:
▪ Elk River Machine parcel (828 4th Street) was recently sold to Stephens Pipe and Steel, a
national fence distributor and manufacturer headquartered in Russell Springs, Kentucky. He
stated this is their 20th location but the first in Minnesota and we welcome them to the
community.
▪ Modern Construction wants to refinance a loan on their property and pay off the loan they have
with the Authority.
▪ Natures Dry Cleaners are closing, which may become a potential available site.
▪ Staff attended the MNCAR Expo and were able to make restaurant and hotel connections.They
also became aware of some potential commercial lots that could be available in the future.
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9. MOTION TO ADJOURN REGULAR MEETING
Moved by Commissioner Mike Beyer and seconded by Commissioner J. Brian Calva to
adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried 6-0.
The meeting adjourned at 5:43 p.m.
10. CLOSED MEETING - PID #75-00757-0105 - 17610 TYLER ST. NW
Members Present: President Matt Westgaard, Commissioners Cory Grupa, J. Brian Calva, Jeff Hartwig,
Mike Beyer, and Jennifer Wagner
Members Absent: Commissioner Charlie Blesener
Staff Present: Economic Development Specialist Josh Mollan and City Clerk Tina Allard
Others Present: Hardin Companies Broker/Realtor Ryan Hardin
10.1 Statement to be read by the Chair:
"The Economic Development Authority will be closing the meeting pursuant to MN Statute
Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(c)(1) to consider offers or counteroffers relating to the sale of PID
75-00757-0105, 17610 Tyler ST. NW."
President Westgaard read the statement above.
10.2 Motion Calling Closed Meeting
Moved by Commissioner Wagner and seconded by Commissioner Calva to call the closed
meeting to order. Motion carried 6-0.
The meeting was called to order at 5:46 p.m.
10.3 Hold Closed Meeting
The closed meeting was held.
10.4 Motion to Adjourn Closed Meeting
Moved by Commissioner Cory Grupa and seconded by Commissioner Jeff Hartwig to
adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried 6-0.
The meeting adjourned at 5:54 p.m.
Minutes prepared by City Clerk Tina Allard.
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Matt Westgaard, EDA President
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Tina Allard, City Clerk