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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-04-21 Agenda - Northeast Urban Renewal Board (NURB)A. Call meeting to order at 6:30 PM This meeting will be held using Webex, an online videoconferencing system. You can join this meeting: Via Webex: https://cityofbozeman.webex.com/cityofbozeman/onstage/g.php? MTID=e9faebfb2c134c3eda0b3e723e3955425 Click the Register link, enter the required information, and click submit. Click Join Now to enter the meeting. Via Phone: This is for listening only if you cannot join via Webex United States Toll +1-650-479-3208 Access code: 182 208 8755 If you are interested in commenting in writing on items on the agenda please send an email to dfine@bozeman.net prior to 12:00pm on the day of the meeting. You can also comment by joining the Webex meeting. If you do join the Webex meeting, we ask you please be patient in helping us work through this online meeting. If you are not able to join the Webex meeting and would like to provide oral comment you may send a request to dfine@bozeman.net with your phone number, the item(s) you wish to com ment on, and the City Staff will call you during the meeting to provide comment. You may also send the above information via text to 406-551-0209. B. Disclosures C. Changes to the Agenda D. Public Service Announcements E. Approval of Minutes E.1 Approve Minutes from June 16, 2020. (Fine) THE NORTHEAST URBAN RENEWAL BOARD OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA NURB AGENDA Thursday, February 4, 2021 Bozeman Northeast Urban Renewal Board Meeting Agenda, February 4, 2021 1 F. Consent G. Public Comment Please state your name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record. This is the time for individuals to comment on matters falling within the purview of the Committee. There will also be an opportunity in conjunction with each action item for comments pertaining to that item. Please limit your comments to three minutes. G.1 Approve minutes for January 7, 2021 (Fine) H. Special Presentation H.1 Update on the Tinworks project (Cottonwood and Ida) and the former brewery site (Tamarack and Wallace) - Erik Nelson, ThinkTank Design Group(Fine) I. Action Items I.1 Financial Status of the NURB Fund(Sullivan) I.2 Staff Update on the Status of Budgeted Items (Fine) I.3 Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021 (Fine) I.4 Looking Forward/ Set Agenda for March 4, 2021 (Fine) J. FYI/Discussion K. Adjournment For more information please contact David Fine dfine@bozeman.net This board generally meets the first Thurs day of the month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Committee meetings are open to all members of the public. If you have a disability and require assistance, please contact our ADA coordinator, Mike Gray at 582-3232 (TDD 582-2301). Bozeman Northeast Urban Renewal Board Meeting Agenda, February 4, 2021 2 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Approve Minutes from June 16, 2020. MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes. STRATEGIC PLAN: 1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from the community and stakeholders. BACKGROUND: Approve Minutes from June 16, 2020. UNRESOLVED ISSUES: n/a ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: n/a Attachments: NURB 061620 min..doc Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 3 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 1 Northeast Urban Renewal Board (NURB) Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 2020 The Northeast Urban Renewal Board met in regular meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, via Webex. Present: Absent: Voting Members: Bobbi Clem Corwin Dormire Dan Doehring John Usher Jeanne Wesley-Wiese Non-Voting Members: Ethan Barlow Nolan Campbell Robert Pavlic Commissioner Liaison: I-Ho Pomeroy Staff: David Fine, Urban Renewal Program Manager Mike Veselik, Economic Development Specialist Robin Sullivan, Recording Secretary Guests: Brit Fontenot, Economic Development Director Call to Order – Chair Bobbi Clem called the meeting to order at 5:08 p.m. Changes to the Agenda – No changes were made to the agenda. Public Comment – NOTE: Mike Veselik read a statement prepared by the City Attorney to ensure that this Webex meeting meets all of the legal requirements for an open meeting. He repeated the required statement throughout the meeting as needed. No comment was received under this agenda item. Minutes – March 3, 2020. It was moved by Jeanne Wesley-Wiese, seconded by Daniel Doehring, that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 3, 2020 be approved as submitted. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote. 4 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 2 Discussion/Action Items – Update on financial status of NURB fund. Robin Sullivan noted that a copy of the FY2020 revenues and expenditures to date was e-mailed to the Board prior to this meeting. She briefly highlighted the report, noting that she anticipates additional expenses will be submitted prior to June 30. Also, the second half property tax revenues have not yet been distributed among the various City funds, so she anticipates the ending balance for the year will be close to the balance on this report. Discussion on budget and work plan for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. A copy of the work plan and budget was included in the information submitted to the board members via e-mail. David Fine characterized the document as staff’s best effort to develop a work plan and budget that meets the priorities of the Board within the financial opportunities currently available. He noted that some of the projects are driven by the Cottonwood & Ida project, particularly the small pieces of street improvements that will be left over after the required off-site improvements are completed. This includes the small portion of Front Street between the terminus of the East Tamarack Street improvements and North Ida Avenue. He proposed that the engineering of that small street section be completed this year and that, if possible, it be included with the bid for the other streets to hopefully capture the savings of doing the work in a larger project. He acknowledged that monies for the construction will probably not be available this fiscal year but would be next fiscal year. David Fine noted that a block of North Ida Avenue will also not be improved with the Cottonwood & Ida project; however, he proposed that both the engineering and construction of that project be delayed because there have been no proposals for redevelopment of the parcels along that block. It will be an expensive project since the underground utilities need to be replaced, and service lines will need to be installed in conjunction with any redevelopment. David Fine stated that staff is also proposing engineering work be done for the pedestrian bridge, with construction being considered next fiscal year. The projected cost of the project is based on the estimated costs for crossing Bozeman Creek for the Front Street trail. The bids for that project are to be opened yet this year, so the actual costs can be more accurately identified for this bridge. He then highlighted the other infrastructure projects included in the proposed budget, including $15,000 for the Front Street connector trail, as requested by GVLT and the Parks Department a few months ago, and $11,500 for the quiet zone study. He reported that the study is under contract and is progressing; and an equal amount has been committed by the Tin Works, the Cannery District and potentially the Idaho Pole site developers. The $50,000 budgeted for the quiet zone construction is simply a placeholder until the study identifies the improvements needed for a quiet zone designation. Also, the monies included for the connector trail to the Audobon site is simply a placeholder for that potential project. He cautioned that, under the State Statutes for tax increment financing districts, it does not appear monies can be legally expended outside the district for this trail connection. David Fine turned his attention to the trails and boulevards maintenance line item. He noted that boulevard trees are currently being planted along East Tamarack Street where possible, using the City’s tree share program for purchase and planting of the trees. He had hoped to plant eighteen boulevard trees along the street frontage; however, the location of many utilities in the boulevard has resulted in planting only seven trees. The trees are being planted this summer, and the maintenance line item for next year includes a contract for water bags to 5 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 3 ensure the trees become established before they are turned over to nature. He indicated that the contract is for a two-year period, so the monies will need to be budgeted next year as well. David Fine concluded by briefly highlighting the administrative support, staffing, professional services and bond repayments costs in the proposed budget. He noted the last line is a designated reserve for future projects since there are not sufficient monies to cover the costs of any single project this fiscal year. Bobbi Clem thanked staff for drafting the proposed budget, stating she feels it is well thought out. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese voiced concern about the increased costs for the pedestrian bridge, with the construction estimate now at $170,000. She noted that the Board has already paid a significant amount for engineering on the bridge. She then questioned the tree planting along East Tamarack Street, since she doesn’t recall any prior discussion on the issue. David Fine responded that KLJ did not scope the planting of boulevard trees in the East Tamarack Street improvements, so the trees that were removed for the project were not replaced. In light of that oversight, he and Mike Veselik have worked with the City Forestry Department and its cost share program to get those trees planted in the most cost effective manner possible. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese noted that when the Board originally began discussing future projects to be funded, the projects included some type of identification as the entrances to the district along East Peach Street and East Tamarack Street. She finds the bridge installation by the Montana Department of Transportation on East Peach Street very minimalist and suggested that some type of aesthetic improvement be considered. John Usher stated the new bridge on East Tamarack Street has three horizontal pieces of metal attached to the edge of the bridge. David Fine suggested that the consulting engineers spend some time with the Board to discuss the aesthetics side of bridge projects. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese expressed an interest in seeing the actual bid for the new pedestrian bridge for the Front Street connector trail. She then voiced her hope that some of the engineering work previously done for the pedestrian bridge project can be used. John Usher stated he is interested in seeing how much the floodplain extension has impacted the estimated costs of the pedestrian bridge. David Fine cautioned that construction costs are going up double digits every year; and it is often hard to get good projects done because of both public and private demands for services from those contractors. Responding to Bobbi Clem, David Fine stated this is the only meeting for Board to consider and act on its budget given the state of the world. As a result, he asked that the Board consider the work plan and budget as submitted and entertain any suggestions for revisions to the document. He then cautioned it will difficult for him to get actual budget numbers for the suggested aesthetic improvements to the two street bridges. 6 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 4 Responding to Bobbi Clem, David Fine indicated that the engineering work he has reviewed for the pedestrian bridge has been preliminary rather than substantial work. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese voiced her concern that monies spent on engineering have been wasted because when engineers are changed, the initial engineering work is not used. Brit Fontenot indicated he will review the engineering work done by the prior engineering firms for the pedestrian bridge to see if any of that work can be used to reduce costs. David Fine stressed the importance of doing the engineering work for a project just prior to doing the construction because engineering can go stale, floodplains change, and state and federal regulations change. Bobbi Clem noted that ThinkTank is now designing a parking garage instead of surface parking on the Brewery site for the Cottonwood & Ida project. She stated there is some discussion about a portion of the parking being public parking and asked if some monies should be budgeted to address that portion of the project. David Fine identified the importance of doing due diligence when considering a public/private partnership; and he feels it would be appropriate to budget monies to cover those costs. He indicated that the due diligence could include a consulting engineer or a parking consultant. A development agreement could also be needed, which would involve an attorney. He proposed that the Board consider taking $25,000 from the reserve for projects and creating a new line item in the work plan and budget for this item. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese stated she feels it is a good idea; however, she questioned whether monies are available for this purpose. She then voiced her frustration that the first project on the Board’s initial list has been pushed aside for monies to be spent on other projects, and the costs of constructing the bridge have continued to escalate. Responding to those concerns, Brit Fontenot noted the strategy in this budget is to make the district ready for projects and noted it is important to stay flexible and make decisions as opportunities arise. Responding to questions from John Usher, David Fine stated the budget provides spending authority, which is different from the actual expenditure of monies. John Usher stated he anticipates the parking garage will happen, and he feels it would be good for this Board to be involved; however, he is also sensitive to Jeanne Wesley-Wiese’s concerns. Dan Doehring stated this portion of the district is busy and is only going to get busier. He agrees with the idea of more parking and feels the Board should at least look into it, since it is important to make more parking available for residents. John Usher noted the initial proposal was for underground parking on the Cottonwood & Ida site but, because of constraints, the developer has chosen to purchase the Brewery site and meet the parking demands on that site. 7 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 5 David Fine briefly reviewed the history of the Cottonwood & Ida project, noting that a Planned Unit Development for that project exists; and it includes designated off-site parking for the commercial portion on the Brewery lot. That parking was to be surface parking under a 25-year agreement. The developer has since revised the plans for the Cottonwood & Ida project to include fewer residential units and to include development of the Brewery site. Under the new plan, parking is to be provided in a parking structure hidden behind a wrap of residential units, with a portion of the parking spaces to be made available to the public. He stated the underground parking on the Cottonwood & Ida site will not be done because of the high groundwater on that site. Bobbi Clem suggested that monies be added to the budget for the parking structure and that ThinkTank be asked to provide an update to the Board. Mike Veselik reminded the Board that the budget provides spending authority and, if this project does not get off the ground, the monies will not be expended and will return to the reserve. It was moved by Bobbi Clem, seconded by Daniel Doehring, that the Board move $25,000 from the reserve for projects to a new line item to fund consultant services for the parking structure proposed for the Brewery site. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote. It was moved by Bobbi Clem, seconded by Jeanne Wesley-Wiese, that $700 be moved from the reserve for projects to the Trails/Boulevards Maintenance line item to cover the costs of planting trees in the East Tamarack Street boulevard. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote. It was moved by Bobbi Clem, seconded by Daniel Doehring, that the work plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 be adopted as modified. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote. Set new day of week for Board meetings. David Fine reported that the City Commission has moved its meetings to Tuesday evenings; and the City Manager has asked staff and those boards meeting on Tuesday evenings to find another night for their meetings. He proposed that the Board consider moving its meetings to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings. Following a brief discussion, it was moved by John Usher, seconded by Jeanne Wesley-Wiese, that the Board set its meetings for the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote. Staff updates on items of interest to the Board. David Fine introduced Mike Veselik to the Board. Mike Veselik stated he has been working for nearly two months. He grew up in Chicago and, prior to moving to Bozeman, spent eight years in Washington, DC, both on and off Capitol Hill. He noted that his wife is from Bozeman and wanted to move back home. David Fine briefly addressed the tree planting issue along East Tamarack Street, noting that utility conflicts made it extremely difficult to find places to plant boulevard trees. He stated that staff did their due diligence in working on this issue, to ensure properties along the roadway were treated equally. 8 NURB Meeting – June 16, 2020 6 Mike Veselik stated no trees are being proposed along the Brewery site at this time because of the impending development, including landscaping of the site. David Fine stated he will provide updates to the Board once he has information from ThinkTank about the Cottonwood & Ida project as well as development of the Brewery site. David Fine noted there are now two people in the Economic Development Department that will be working with the urban renewal districts, with Mike Veselik doing the day-to-day work on projects. He indicated that he will be out of the office for a period of time in September and October. Discussion - Looking forward. There was no discussion under this agenda item. Set agenda for July 2, 2020 meeting or cancel meeting. The Board determined that the July 2 meeting should be cancelled, particularly since it is only three weeks away. The members also expressed an interest in holding an in-person meeting rather than a Webex meeting if at all possible. Bobbi Clem suggested that an August 6 meeting be considered. Mike Veselik reported the City Manager has encouraged staff to not hold Webex meetings for advisory boards unless absolutely necessary. As a result, he suggested that the Board consider holding its next meeting after in-person meetings are allowed. FYI/Discussion. Bobbi Clem announced that another art project will be held at the Tin Works building. She noted that some art has already been set up in front of the warehouse and encouraged board members to view the artwork. Jeanne Wesley-Wiese noted the sculptures and mural on the building facing East Cottonwood Street has been done by an artist from Romania. She stated it reflects what the district and the people are going through. Adjournment – 6:57 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Board at this time, Chair Clem adjourned the meeting. Bobbi Clem, Chair Northeast Urban Renewal Board City of Bozeman 9 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Approve minutes for January 7, 2021 MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes for January 7, 2021 STRATEGIC PLAN: 1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from the community and stakeholders. BACKGROUND: n/a UNRESOLVED ISSUES: n/a ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: n/a Attachments: NURB 010721 min.doc Report compiled on: January 28, 2021 10 NURB Meeting –January 7, 2021 1 Northeast Urban Renewal Board (NURB) Regular Meeting Thursday, January 7, 2021 The Northeast Urban Renewal Board met in regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2021, via WebEx. Present: Absent: Voting Members: Bobbi Clem Corwin Dormire Dan Doehring Jeanne Wesley-Wiese Non-Voting Members: Ethan Barlow (arrived at 6:58 pm) Robert Pavlic Commissioner Liaison: I-Ho Pomeroy Staff: David Fine, Urban Renewal Program Manager Mike Veselik, Economic Development Specialist Robin Sullivan, Recording Secretary Guests: Erik Nelson, ThinkTank Design Group Karen Filipovich, 426 North Grand Avenue Call to Order – Chair Bobbi Clem called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. Due to the lack of a quorum, Bobbi Clem announced that the board members present will listen to the presentation from ThinkTank Design Group but all other agenda items will move to the next meeting. Announcements. David Fine acknowledged that the Board is currently short on members, but there is a logjam in the City Clerk’s office that has kept appointments off the Commission’s agenda. Daniel Doehring announced that, due to recently selling his home on North Church Avenue and moving outside city limits, he will need to resign after this meeting. Special Presentation – Update on the Tinworks Project (Cottonwood and Ida) and the former Brewery Site (Tamarack and Wallace) – Erik Nelson, ThinkTank Design Group. Erik Nelson indicated that he is willing to make a presentation at this time but wishes to also make a presentation to the entire Board at next month’s meeting. 11 NURB Meeting –January 7, 2021 2 Erik Nelson identified the changes that have occurred since the Board saw the plans for the Cottonwood and Ida project a couple years ago. He noted the project has now been renamed the Tinworks Project, and it is largely the same as it was before; however, the Brewery site is now a part of the project since it will provide parking for the project. He reminded the Board that the project includes 50 rental units, and 15 to 20 percent of those will be affordable units. He briefly highlighted the styles of residential units, which include row houses along North Ida Avenue that will look like little townhouses, and 1 and 2 bedroom units for sale that look like flats. In addition, there will be commercial uses along East Aspen Street and a larger commercial building with rental space along East Cottonwood Street. A large plaza open to the public will also be provided on the site. A new building will be located on that portion of the site currently housing the Tinworks building. Erik Nelson reminded the Board that the original plan included parking under the entire site. Because of the costs of that underground parking, the area was reduced to half of the site; but that proved to be still too costly. As a result, parking for the project was relocated to the Brewery site and was originally planned as surface parking. Erik Nelson stated that construction on the Tinworks Project is expected to begin in June. The project includes about 73 residential units and 30,000 square feet of commercial space. From a taxing authority perspective, he estimated that the $45 million project will generate about $450,000 annually in taxes for the district. Erik Nelson turned attention to the Brewery project. He noted that, upon review of the original design, it was determined that the parking lot would cover about two-thirds of the site; and that is a poor use of this space within the district and is not respectful of the Brewery site. Subsequently, the plans have evolved to include a parking structure with 207 parking spaces flanked by residential units in the 100 to 120 percent of AMI range, which is the missing middle in the current Bozeman market, and some commercial spaces. The residential development will include row houses, lofts above the commercial space and some flats. Erik Nelson reminded the Board that the original development agreement for the Tinworks Project included the underground parking spaces. With the reduction in those spaces, parking was removed from the development agreement, leaving the infrastructure improvements, including off-site roads, water and sewer, and dark sky compliant lighting, subject to pay back through an estimated $2.2 million bond issue. With the changes to the plans and expansion of the project, it is now estimated the total project will cost $65 million, generating a projected $650,000 in tax increment annually. The development team views the parking structure as a piece of the transportation infrastructure in the district and is requesting that it be included in the development agreement. Erik Nelson stated that Phase 1 of the Brewery site development is the parking structure, and it is to be constructed simultaneously with the Tinworks Project. He asked that the board members provide feedback on this proposal and that they be prepared to ask additional questions at next month’s meeting. Bobbi Clem stated she feels the northeast area is where growth needs to happen, and the parking structure will be helpful in that development, particularly on those small lots where development is currently very restricted due to parking requirements. She voiced support for the mixture of buildings, the varying architecture and access to the site from East Tamarack Street. She feels this is a good use of the site and will benefit the neighborhood. 12 NURB Meeting –January 7, 2021 3 Erik Nelson observed that a public parking garage functions much differently than private parking. He stated 170 parking spaces are required for the proposed development, leaving just over 30 parking spaces available for public use. He noted that, with turnover in parking throughout the day, the capacity of the parking structure is expanded. He views this parking structure as an asset, addressing the parking challenges in this immediate area. He also noted that providing access from East Tamarack Avenue will take pressure off North Wallace Avenue and other streets in the area. Dan Doehring stated he finds this plan really busy, but a good plan for the site. He voiced support for the access off East Tamarack Street, noting that North Wallace Avenue is a narrow street. He then noted that, with the North Rouse Avenue reconstruction now done, he expects traffic patterns will change as people use that street more. Erik Nelson stated that, with reconstruction of East Tamarack Street and East Peach Street, he feels traffic will naturally flow to those streets. He acknowledged the reality of truck traffic in the district, but recognized the evolution that has occurred. He noted that Molerway Freight Line no longer operates in the district, and the school buses have moved from the existing Karst Stage site to the School District’s bus barn on the west end of town. He expects the district to continue evolving with infill development, and stressed the importance of that development being done in a thoughtful way that maintains the “coolness of the district.” He then noted that streets, water and sewer have always been viewed as infrastructure, but parking is also an important piece of infrastructure. Responding to questions from Ethan Barlow, Erik Nelson stated that he has seen two strategies for constructing a parking garage that could later be transformed to a different use. One option is to construct the garage with dedicated ramps and flattened decks and the other is to design the structure to be taken down. Constructing a parking garage that minimizes the footprint does not create a structure that can adapted to another use. He then stated it makes more sense for the City to own this type of asset than a private individual, particularly when a portion of the spaces are available to the public. He noted that other options were also considered, such as two stories of commercial and residential with a parking garage above. He also has considered exterior treatments that could minimize the visual impacts of the parking garage. Responding to questions from Bobbi Clem, Erik Nelson stated there are no specific plans for bike facilities in the parking structure at this time, but will be included as building plans become more finalized. He is also looking at the possibility of chargers for electric cars and electric bikes but has made no firm decisions at this time. He noted it will cost approximately $200,000 to put a solar array on the south face of the parking structure. He concluded by asking who would pay for the electricity used in a publicly available outlet. Bobbi Clem stated all of their buildings are on wind power and cost about $33 a month. She encouraged Erik Nelson to make sustainable power a part of the strategy for this development. Responding to Ethan Barlow, Erik Nelson stated the Tinworks Project will take twenty-four months to complete. Phase 1 of the Brewery site, which is the parking structure, will take eighteen months and will begin six months after the Tinworks Project starts. Phase 2 of the Brewery site will be constructed shortly thereafter. Responding to David Fine, Erik Nelson stated snow can be removed from the upper deck of the parking structure by opening a panel so a dump truck can be backed up to the building via a 13 NURB Meeting –January 7, 2021 4 modified curb cut on North Wallace Avenue and the snow shoved off the deck and into the truck. Erik Nelson stated the new building will be set back from the sidewalk; and bricks from the site will be utilized to create a pedestal seating area between the sidewalk and the building. He had hoped the archway from the Brewery building could be utilized in its original location; however, it did not line up with the new building. He noted that the Tinworks Project will result in losing the existing Tinworks building, which has recently housed art events. He is interested in keeping those events alive, so this site could include a possible artist residency program. Also, the plans provide a space that is 20 feet tall for the first 15 feet of the building with a plaza out front; and that space could potentially be used to continue the art events as they currently exist. Responding to Ethan Barlow, Erik Nelson stated the housing on the Brewery site is designed for the “missing middle” bracket. He noted that the design of that housing does not currently meet City standards so, while the design may change, the intent won’t. Responding to Bobbi Clem, Erik Nelson stated he is contemplating board form concrete for the row houses, similar to an old automotive shop in Wilsall. He acknowledged that one cannot re- create history, but he feels that using rougher materials will result in a project that honors the site and blends with the existing district. Erik Nelson stated the agreement with the Board is for reimbursement of off-site improvements and is in the projected amount of $2.1 million. With the addition of the Brewery site, he projects the annual increment will be about $650,000, and the bond could be increased to closer to $8 million. If the bond repayment cost $350,000 annually, that would leave $300,000 for other projects. He concluded by stating that the lots involved in this development total a little over three acres; and he feels a certain responsibility to help those who are constricted by small lots. David Fine noted one person from the public is in attendance; Karen Filipovich stated she is attending simply to learn more about the project. Erik Nelson stated he has made two presentations to the NorthEast Neighborhood Association and is scheduled to make another one next week. He then noted this Board’s input is extremely important and noted he will try to incorporate it whenever possible. Ethan Barlow asked several questions about the design of the project; Erik Nelson responded that some tweaks need to be made to these concept plans to meet City requirements, including the height of the gable walls for the residential units. Further responding to Ethan Barlow, Erik Nelson stated he is seriously considering the use of wood in this project. David Fine stated this request will go to the Commission in the next couple months. If additional members are not appointed to this Board prior this project going to the Commission, it may go without a Board recommendation. David Fine thanked Dan Doehring for his time on the board and voiced his appreciation for the way he has provided input over the years. 14 NURB Meeting –January 7, 2021 5 Action Items – Set agenda for February 4, 2021 meeting or cancel meeting. In addition to the standard agenda items, the following items were moved from this meeting to the February 4 meeting; Approval of Minutes – June 16, 2020; Update on financial status of NURB fund; Staff update on the status of budgeted items; Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021 and Discussion – looking forward. FYI/Discussion. There was no discussion under this agenda item. Adjournment – 7:45 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Board at this time, Chair Clem adjourned the meeting. Bobbi Clem, Chair Northeast Urban Renewal Board City of Bozeman 15 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Update on the Tinworks project (Cottonwood and Ida) and the former brewery site (Tamarack and Wallace) - Erik Nelson, ThinkTank Design Group MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Listen to the presentation and ask questions. STRATEGIC PLAN: 2.2 Infrastructure Investments: Strategically invest in infrastructure as a mechanism to encourage economic development. BACKGROUND: The Northeast Urban Renewal Board (NURB) previously entered into a memorandum of understanding with the development group behind the Cottonwood and Ida Project (now "Tinworks") to purchase underground public parking that would be constructed as part of the project and purchased by the City with urban renewal funds upon completion of the project. While the purchase of public parking was not ultimately included in the development agreement with Cottonwood and Ida, the Board has already indicated that procuring public parking for the benefit of the District is a board interest. The Tinworks development group has procured the former brewery site with the intent of building a housing, commercial space and a parking structure, with the intent of selling structured parking spaces to the City. While the location of these spaces has changed, the ultimate goal of creating public parking in the NURD, previously endorsed by the Board, remains. As a representative of the development group, Erik Nelson will provide a presentation on the redevelopment of the brewery site and the proposal to create public parking on a portion of the site. UNRESOLVED ISSUES: The details of such a proposal and modification of the existing development agreement for Cottonwood and Ida to allow for the addition of structured public parking are numerous and will be negotiated between Staff and the development group for the consideration of the Board at a future meeting. As a result, most of the issues related to this project are unresolved at this time. ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: The presentation does not create fiscal effects. Fiscal effects related to the development proposal will be addressed as part of a future action item. Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 16 17 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Financial Status of the NURB Fund MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Discuss the Financial Status of the NURB Fund. STRATEGIC PLAN: 4.4 Vibrant Downtown, Districts & Centers: Promote a healthy, vibrant Downtown, Midtown, and other commercial districts and neighborhood centers – including higher densities and intensification of use in these key areas. BACKGROUND: Staff traditionally provides an update on the financial status of the NURB fund at each meeting of the Northeast Urban Renewal Board UNRESOLVED ISSUES: n/a ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: n/a Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 18 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Staff Update on the Status of Budgeted Items MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Board Discussion STRATEGIC PLAN: 2.2 Infrastructure Investments: Strategically invest in infrastructure as a mechanism to encourage economic development. BACKGROUND: The Board forwards its recommended work plan and budget each year to the City Commission for inclusion in the adopted City Budget. Staff will provide a status update on funded projects. UNRESOLVED ISSUES: None. ALTERNATIVES: None. FISCAL EFFECTS: None. Attachments: 20-21 NURB Work Plan final.pdf Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 19 FY21 Budget Future Projects Revenues: Estimated Beginning Balance $270,000.00 FY21 Tax Increment $210,000.00 Delinquent Increment State Shared/Entitlement Interest $1,000.00 Total Estimated Revenues $481,000.00 Expenditures: Infrastructure Front Street - Tamarack to Ida Engineering $30,000.00 Front Street - Tamarack to Ida Construction $190,000.00 North Ida Avenue - Peach to Cottonwood Engineering $50,000.00 North Ida Avenue - Peach to Cottonwood Construction $280,000.00 Pedestrian Bridge/East Aspen Street Engineering $30,000.00 Pedestrian Bridge/East Aspen Street Construction $170,000.00 Front Street connector trail $15,000.00 Quiet Zone Feasibility Study $11,500.00 Quiet Zone Construction $50,000.00 Connector trail - Depot trail to Audubon site $25,000.00 Parking Structure $25,000.00 Subtotal - Infrastructure $111,500.00 $765,000.00 Maintenance Trails/Boulevards Maintenance $5,700.00 Subtotal - Maintenance $5,700.00 Administration Staff Support $3,000.00 Payroll $10,100.00 Professional Services $10,000.00 Bond Repayment $93,000.00 Subtotal Administration $116,100.00 Reserves Designated Reserve - Bond $120,900.00 Designated Reserve - Projects $126,800.00 Subtotal Reserves $247,700.00 Total Expenditures $481,000.00 Northeast Urban Renewal District 2020-2021 Budget 20 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021 MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2021. STRATEGIC PLAN: 1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from the community and stakeholders. BACKGROUND: The Board Chair and Vice Chair are selected at the first meeting of each calendar year. UNRESOLVED ISSUES: n/a ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: n/a Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 21 Memorandum REPORT TO: Northeast Urban Renewal Board SUBJECT: Looking Forward/ Set Agenda for March 4, 2021 MEETING DATE: February 4, 2021 AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION: Discuss future items of new business for March 4, 2021 and beyond. STRATEGIC PLAN: 2.2 Infrastructure Investments: Strategically invest in infrastructure as a mechanism to encourage economic development. BACKGROUND: Discuss future items of new business for March 4 and beyond. UNRESOLVED ISSUES: n/a ALTERNATIVES: n/a FISCAL EFFECTS: n/a Report compiled on: January 4, 2021 22