02-14-2023 EDC Agenda PacketA.5:30 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
B.OATH OF OFFICE
B.1 Economic Development Commission Appointment and Oath of Office
C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioners may add or delete items at this time.
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1 Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes of January 10, 2023.
E.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
E.1 Presentation from Chuck Swanson - Carver County CDA
F.DISCUSSION / GENERAL BUSINESS ITEMS
G.DIRECTOR'S REPORT
H.ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD
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Economic Development Commission Item
February 14, 2023
Subject Economic Development Commission Appointment and Oath of Office
Section OATH OF OFFICE Item No: B.1
Prepared By Amy Weidman, Admin Support Specialist File No:
SUMMARY
City Council has appointed the following Commissioner to the Economic Development Commission for
a three-year term ending March 31, 2026:
Luke Bame
This Economic Development Commission member will be required to take an Oath of Office at this
meeting.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
The Economic Development Commission shall serve as an advisory body to the City Council with the
responsibility of researching, reviewing, and making recommendations on issues related to economic
development. The Economic Development Commission will review ways in which the city can expand
existing businesses, attract desirable new business, and revitalize existing businesses and the community
as a whole. All final decisions are to be made by the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENTS
EDC Oath of Office
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OITIOT OIIAI'IIIASSTN
Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow
OATH OF OFFICE
I, Luke Bame, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States, the
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, and to discharge faithfully the duties of the office of
Economic Development Commissioner of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota to the best of my
judgment and ability, so help me, God.
Luke Bame
Date: February 14,2023
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Subscribed and sworn to before me this _ day of ,2023.
Notary Public
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Economic Development Commission Item
February 14, 2023
Subject Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes of January 10, 2023.
Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Item No: D.1
Prepared By Amy Weidman, Admin Support Specialist File No:
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Economic Development Commission approve the January 10, 2023
Commission minutes.
ATTACHMENTS
Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes dated January 10, 2023
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CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 10, 2023
Chairman Anderson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Eric Anderson, Commissioners Duke Zurek, Chris Freeman,
and Stacy Goff.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Samantha DiMaggio, Economic Development Manager; Bob Generous,
Senior Planner.
PUBLIC PRESENT: None.
Member Freeman moved, Member Zurek seconded to approve the agenda. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
APPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES DATED
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Member Goff moved, Member Zurek seconded to approve the Minutes of the Economic
Development Commission meeting dated December 14, 2022 as presented. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
1. DEED Presentation: Chanhassen Workforce Overview
Neal Young, Director of Economic Analysis at the Minnesota Department of Employment and
Economic Development, gave a presentation overview of the workforce in the City of
Chanhassen. He shared about demographics within Chanhassen including age, race, households
and housing, and other indicators. He contrasted the labor market overview and unemployment
statistics by City and by County, local cities where Chanhassen residents work, and where those
who work within Chanhassen live. Mr. Young shared the top six industries by employment
within Chanhassen including computer and electronic manufacturing, educational services,
food/drink services, merchant wholesalers, machinery manufacturing, and professional,
scientific, and technical services.
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Economic Development Commission – January 10, 2023
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The Commissioners and Mr. Young discussed workforce housing options for the many people
who travel to Chanhassen to work, labor force participation numbers, unemployment, and
telecommuting.
Economic Development Manager DiMaggio and the Commissioners discussed takeaways from
the presentation including larger household sizes and demographic ages, and trying to get people
to come back to Chanhassen after higher education and continuing to promote Chanhassen as a
Community for Life.
Member Zurek sees a need to attract people and the City needs to provide opportunities for those
people within Chanhassen.
Ms. DiMaggio would like to do some checking into entrepreneurship under 18 as she knows
some students who have started their own businesses such as sweet rolls and an ice cream truck.
A member of the public hopes Chanhassen can focus on workforce housing because of the
difficulty in keeping positions filled.
DISCUSSION/GENERAL BUSINESS ITEMS: None.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Community Development Director DiMaggio noted a few commercial projects showing interest
within the City with an application for a coffee shop/co-working space coming in March. She
also had someone reach out about an event center and a restaurant. Ms. DiMaggio shared about
challenges on the site of Tono Pizzeria with the City asking for 10 more parking spaces and the
owner noting the high cost of adding those spaces. She will continue working with the owner.
Ms. DiMaggio stated the previous day the City sent 30 letters to manufacturers with a link to an
online survey. The following month a representative from the Community Development Agency
will be at the EDC meeting to talk with the Commissioners.
ADJOURNMENT:
Member Zurek moved, Member Freeman seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0. The Economic
Development Commission meeting was adjourned the meeting at 6:46 p.m.
Submitted by Samantha DiMaggio
Economic Development Manager
Prepared by Amy Weidman
Administrative Support Specialist
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Economic Development Commission Item
February 14, 2023
Subject Presentation from Chuck Swanson - Carver County CDA
Section VISITOR PRESENTATIONS Item No: E.1
Prepared By Sam DiMaggio, Economic Development Manager File No:
SUMMARY
Mr. Chuck Swanson, Director of Community & Economic Development, will be here to share
information information about the CDA and his role there. Chuck joined the CDA 9 months ago and he
is the point person in Carver County for economic development, business development, land trust,
tourism, county sub surface treatment systems, and rehab loan programs.
Chuck has a BS in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Management. His past
experience includes 20+ years working for Community Action Partnership Agency in Housing &
Community Development, Tribal Government in Housing & Community Development, as well as
Regional Development Commission, Workforce Development and local Economic Development
Authority mostly all in SW Minnesota.
BACKGROUND
What is the Carver County Community Development Agency?
The Carver County Community Development Agency (CDA) is a local government agency
administering a number of county-wide programs in the areas of single and multi-family housing,
foreclosure counseling, rental assistance and economic development.
Who Does the CDA Assist?
Carver County is located 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis and is one of the fastest growing counties
in the Twin Cities metro area based on population, housing and business expansion. Our prime
objective is to assist all county residents, cities and businesses with all types of housing or economic
development services. We can provide information or technical assistance to homeowners, renters,
landlords and businesses. If the CDA is unable to assist you, referrals will be made.
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History
The Carver County Housing and Redevelopment Authority was formed in 1980 by Minnesota State
Legislature. Through the years we’ve seen incredible growth in large part due to the continued growth
and development of Carver County.
In 2002, we were granted Economic Development Authority powers by the state legislature. Although
the focus of the Carver County HRA hadn’t changed, our roles in Carver County communities began to
expand, leading us to a legislative name change in 2006 from the Carver County Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (CCHRA) to the Carver County Community Development Agency (CDA).
Through the name change we wanted residents and businesses to know that we had expanded our role
and services even further.
Our Board and Staff partner with our cities, chambers of commerce, local businesses, and residents to
promote Carver County as an exceptional place to live, work and play in the Twin Cities metro area.
To date, we have pumped more than $140 million dollars into our communities for downtown and
neighborhood revitalization. CDA staff assists approximately 3,000 clients per year with various
housing needs. These needs will increase as Carver County’s population is expected to approach
200,000 by 2030 — three times the number of residents since 1990.
The County has one of the strongest housing markets in the metro area, outperforming the region even
during the recent housing slowdown. This growth has been generated by:
A growing recognition of Carver County’s outstanding quality of life.
The Highway 212 extension and other major highway improvements.
Mission
“The Carver County Community Development Agency provides Affordable Housing opportunities and
fosters Economic and Community Development in Carver County."
Since 2005, our Economic Development Department has responded to over 250 businesses with
assistance on:
Available business loan funds
Available land and buildings
Development of business plans
Labor information
Marketing information
Local economic development research
We are continually refining and expanding our capabilities to:
Increase commercial development in Carver County
Develop and implement a county marketing strategy
Continue to develop workforce and senior housing to align with Carver County’s vision of
creating “Communities for a Lifetime” in Carver County
Proactively plan and strategize for future growth
Facilitate and complete a county-wide housing and economic development study
Educate community citizens on what we do and the services we provide
Create partnerships and collaborate with entities with similar objectives
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The CDA's 2019-2020 Strategic Plan is attached for reference.
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
As this is a presentation, no further action is required.
ATTACHMENTS
CDA 2019 Strategic Plan
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Strategic Plan 2019-2021
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Carver County Community Development Agency
Introduction:
The Staff of Carver County CDA developed this strategic plan. It provides the CDA with a three-year roadmap for services, projects
and organization development. The Board of Directors and staff review progress and update the plan as needed. The staff
coordinated the planning process and provided important support and analysis to complete this plan.
History of CDA:
Minnesota State Legislature formed the Carver County Housing and Redevelopment Authority in 1980. Through the years we’ve
seen incredible growth in large part due to the continued growth and development of Carver County. In 1992 the HRA was granted
the first County-wide Levy payable in 1993. In 2002, the HRA was granted Economic Development Authority powers by the state
legislature. Although the focus of the Carver County HRA hadn’t changed, our roles in Carver County communities began to expand,
leading us to a legislative name change in 2006 from the Carver County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (CCHRA) to the
Carver County Community Development Agency (CDA). Through the name change we wanted residents and businesses to know that
we had expanded our role and services even further.
Our Board and Staff partner with our cities, chambers of commerce, local businesses and residents to promote Carver County as an
exceptional place to live, work and play in the Twin Cities metro area.
The CDA has invested millions of dollars into our communities for downtown and neighborhood revitalization. CDA staff assists
approximately 3,000 clients per year with various housing needs. These needs will increase as Carver County’s population is
expected to approach 200,000 by 2030 -- three times the number of residents since 1990. The County has one of the strongest
housing markets in the metro area, outperforming the region. This growth has been generated by a growing recognition of Carver
County's outstanding quality of life and the Highway 212 extension and other major highway improvements.
The CDA has a focus on Affordable Housing, Community and Economic Development and providing various areas of support to the
Cities in Carver County. We are continually refining and expanding our capabilities to:
Increase commercial development in Carver County.
Develop and implement a county marketing strategy.
Continue to develop workforce, general occupancy and senior housing to align with Carver County’s vision of creating
“Communities for a Lifetime” in Carver County.
Proactively plan and strategize for future growth.
Educate community citizens, cities, local chambers, businesses on what we do and the services we provide.
Create partnerships and collaborate with entities with similar objectives.
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Mission Statement:
The Carver County Community Development Agency provides Affordable Housing opportunities and fosters Economic and Community
Development in Carver County.
Vision:
To be an innovative leader in creating housing and economic opportunities to create “Communities for Lifetime” in Carver County.
Values:
Commitment to Quality Results
Providing quality housing and private development assistance activities will be the hallmark of the Carver County CDA.
Quality Customer Service
As the Carver County CDA communities continue to develop, we are committed to meeting our customers’ needs.
Commitment to Our Employees
To promote a challenging, fulfilling and safe work environment that recognizes employee commitment to excellence.
Partnering
The CDA will achieve its mission through actively seeking partnerships and collaborative efforts with Carver County, its communities
and with other agencies.
Integrity
In undertaking our duties, we are committed to the values of honesty, fairness, and trust.
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERVIEW
The CDA administers various housing programs and provides services to assist Carver County residents with their housing needs.
Some of the programs administered are as follows:
Bridges– Minnesota Housing program to provide a housing subsidy for persons with serious mental illness.
Housing Trust Fund - Rental assistance program through the State of Minnesota designed to address homelessness.
Permanent Supportive Housing - Federally funded rental assistance program through the HEARTH Act.
Carver County Homes-scattered sites
Section 811 - Project based subsidy for low-income households with disabilities between the ages of 18 and 61.
Project Based Section 8 vouchers for homeless veterans and homeless families within the school districts.
Land Trust- Form of homeownership which provides permanently affordable home ownership opportunities.
The CDA provides for over 600 rental opportunities
COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The CDA administers various economic development programs and provides services to assist Carver County communities and
businesses with their economic development, financing, redevelopment, marketing/attraction, etc. needs. Some of the programs
administered are as follows:
Open To Business Program, a jointly run consulting and small business financing program between the CDA, Metropolitan
Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD), local businesses and Carver County cities
Minnesota Cities Participation Program (MCPP), a program that assists first time homebuyers in Carver County with
approximately $10,000,000 in funding through MHFA purchase a home that meets affordability criteria by providing at
or below-market rate home mortgage loans and down payment assistance.
Greater MSP Economic Development Partnership, a twin cities group of public and private members involved in
marketing and expanding the twin cities economic development efforts on a region-wide basis to increase employment
and tax revenues in the twin cities area.
The Carver County CDA Community/Economic Development Area is an active member of numerous associations that
promote community/economic development including, but not limited to:
▪ DEED (Department of Employment and Economic Development) Positively Minnesota
▪ MAPCED (Minnesota Association of Professional County Economic Developers)
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▪ EDAM (Economic Development Association of Minnesota)
▪ SLUC (Sensible Land Use Coalition)
▪ Waconia Chamber of Commerce
▪ Watertown Chamber of Commerce
▪ Norwood-Young America Chamber of Commerce
▪ SW Metro Chamber of Commerce
▪ AMC (Association of Minnesota Counties)
▪ Met Council Housing Performance Scoring work group
A range of support services are also available through the CDA which include:
Housing Counseling
Home Buyer Education Services
Mortgage Delinquency Counseling
Post-purchase Support
Rental Assistance Counseling
Homeless/Displacement Counseling
Budget/Financial Counseling
Support Fair Housing Activities
Preserve the “Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing”
Support Single Family Housing Rehabilitation
Serve as the homeless Coordinated Entry Point for Families and Single Adults
Provide for an Affordable Mortgage product
Support Housing Stabilization initiatives for homeless families
Information and Referral
Business Loan Support
Business Plan Services for small and emerging companies/start-ups
Initiative Fund for Cities
The CDA has responded to over 150 businesses requesting assistance
Apply for state and or federal funding assistance in conjunction with a City
Local economic development research.
Provide Cities with Comp Plan Data and Support
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STRATEGIC ISSUES:
These are the factors that will affect our ability to deliver the promise of this plan, deliver our mission and effectively achieve our goals and
strategies.
➢ How do we stay relevant in delivering our mission to Carver County Cities?
➢ How do we garner and sustain greater MISSION SUPPORT and funding from our Elected Officials?
➢ What are the keys to sustaining success with our Housing programs?
GOALS AND KEY STRATEGIES: 2019-2021
These key strategies were developed by the CDA Board of Commissioners and CDA Management Team.
#1 Housing: Increase Affordable Housing Choices for low- and moderate-income households
Secure funding to develop housing on CDA owned land to meet local needs
Expand school district housing through acquisition and voucher approval
Apply for PBV funding for existing senior housing residents
Expand community land trust program
Pursue partnership for provision of support services for seniors and individuals with disabilities
Work to preserve the current affordable housing in Carver County
Maintain CDA-owned housing at 95% occupancy
Provide homeownership opportunities and housing rehabilitation services
Support housing stabilization options for homeless populations
Support fair housing activities
Landlord/service provider trainings
Community Engagement Activities
Provide comments to MHFA regarding the State Housing Plan
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#2Community Partnerships/Marketing: Build relationships with City staff, Elected Officials and various Civic groups to
build “Communities for a Lifetime”.
Initiate a marketing program of CDA services and programs within the County
Research each community as requested to assist in achieving common goals
Determine how structured, priorities, key players
Create strategies to identify their unique community needs
Work with Carver County departments to foster relationships with CDA and expand knowledge of CDA program and
services
Grow relationships with policy makers in Carver County
Identify Community Assets
#3 Community and Economic Development: Be the catalyst for new development/redevelopment within the Cities of
Carver County.
Economic Development and Placemaking Strategic Assessment
Increase marketing/outreach of Open to Business
Continue DEED publication and offer to all cities in Carver County
Explore hosting a county broker event or developer’s event (with MN Real Estate Journal if developer’s)
SCDP (Small Cities Development Program) expansion
Work in partnership with Greater MSP and DEED
Community Growth Partnership Initiative
Explore the possibility of rural development zones
#4 Information Technology: Continue to make our technology useful to increase operational effectiveness and
client/community information.
Development Capital Plan for ongoing replacement of IT hardware & software upgrades – three year
Updating CDA website
Continue to update CDA technology
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#5: Administration: Continue to create capacity in the finance and staffing area.
Maximize Investment Earnings
Ensure organizational staffing readiness as the agency changes
Continue employee health and wellness initiatives
Continue to develop agency-wide succession plan
CDA: ON-GOING MAJOR INITIATIVES
1. Community/Economic Development: Be a major catalyst/partner for projects with
the purpose of creating new tax base, jobs and community revitalization.
a. Provide technical assistance to cities in Carver County.
b. Continue to process Septic System and Well Loans for Carver County
c. Work in partnership with Greater MSP and DEED.
d. Assist with the implementation of the 2040 Comp Plan & Met Council Plan.
e. Work with the industrial parks in Carver County cities.
f. Work to meet Carver County transportation needs using the existing transportation system and expanding bus
routes.
2. Housing: Work towards meeting a broad array of housing needs, including: workforce, homeless, senior, and affordable.
a. Participate in County Planners group - housing round table for public officials.
b. Continue countywide land trust in areas where it makes financial sense.
c. Provide homeownership opportunities and housing rehabilitation services.
d. Maintain all CDA-owned housing at 95% occupancy or greater.
e. Enhance and maintain existing CDA housing stock to ensure quality housing for our residents
f. Develop new senior and general occupancy apartments.
g. Continued collaboration with partners involved in homeless initiatives.
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3. Technology: Use technology to become more efficient in daily operations.
a. Support new property management/finance/development software.
b. Support financial tenant website portals.
c. Implement electronic scanning, faxing and archiving.
d. Implement data backup disaster recovery plan/system.
e. Partnering with Carver County where economically feasible.
f. Enhance CDA website to provide efficiencies for residents to rent an apartment, pay rent and communicate concerns.
4. Administration: Stay competitive in the market place
a. Benefit Review
b. Review operations and financial position
c. Staff training as needed
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