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Agenda & PacketAGENDA  CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2021, 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD ELECTRONIC MEETING A.CALL TO ORDER B.ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS 1.Election of Chair and Vice­Chair 2.Adoption of Bylaws C.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes dated March 9, 2021 D.OLD BUSINESS 1.Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) Summary E.NEW BUSINESS 1.Strategic Planning Process Discussion: Objectives, Strategies, Tactics, Measurements and Funding F.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS G.CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION 1.Carver County Small Business Emergency Assistance Program H.ADJOURNMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Election of Chair and Vice­Chair Section ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS Item No: B.1. Prepared By Bob Generous, Senior Planner File No:  BACKGROUND According to the Economic Development Commission Bylaws, Section 4.1­Election of Officers, at the first meeting in April of each year, the Economic Development Commission shall hold an organizational meeting.  At this meeting the Commission shall elect from its membership, a Chairperson and Vice­Chairperson. Each member shall cast their vote for the member they wish to be chosen for Chairperson. If no one receives a majority vote, voting shall continue until one member receives the majority support. Vice­Chairperson shall be elected from the remaining members of the same proceeding. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Adoption of Bylaws Section ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS Item No: B.2. Prepared By Bob Generous, Senior Planner File No:  BACKGROUND According to the Economic Development Commission Bylaws, Section 6.4­Review, at the first meeting in April of each year, the Economic Development Commission shall read and adopt its bylaws. ATTACHMENTS: Economic Development Commission Bylaws 1 BYLAWS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION CITY OF CHANHASSEN The following bylaws are adopted by the Economic Development Commission to facilitate the performance of its duties and the exercising of its functions as a commission established by the City Council on June 10, 2019. SECTION 1 - DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION: 1.1 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. 1.2 The Economic Development Commission shall prepare an annual report for the City Council detailing the community development activities of the past year. The report will also provide a summary of residential and commercial construction activities and outline the progress that has been made toward achieving the goals of all strategic plans. 1.3 The Economic Development Commission shall review the Comprehensive Plan and have an understanding of the impacts the Comprehensive Plan has on economic development and commercial/industrial land uses. In addition the Economic Development Commission will review zoning ordinance changes that could impact businesses (commercial, industrial, and mixed-use districts) and all other studies that have an impact on local businesses. 1.4 The Economic Development Commission shall review fee policies as they relate to businesses. 1.5 The Economic Development Commission shall review and consider new or revised approaches to the city’s Economic Development policy. 2 1.6 The Economic Development Commission will review TIF and Tax Abatement applications approved by city council. 1.7 The Economic Development Commission shall review grant applications approved by city council and provide support where needed. 1.8 The City Council at its discretion will set agenda items and goals as deemed necessary by the City Council. SECTION 2 - MEETINGS: 2.1 - Time Regular meetings of the Economic Development Commission shall be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 7700 Market Boulevard, unless otherwise directed by the Chairperson, in which case at least 24 hours’ notice will be given to all members. All unfinished business will be carried over to the next regular Economic Development Commission meeting. When the regular meeting day falls on a legal holiday, there shall be no Economic Development Commission meeting. 2.2 - Special Meetings Special meetings shall be held upon a call by the Chairperson or any other member with the concurrence of two other members of the Economic Development Commission, and with at least 48 hours of notice to all members. Notice of all special meetings shall also be posted on the official city bulletin board. 2.3 - Attendance Economic Development Commission members shall attend not less than seventy-five (75%) percent of all regular and special meetings held during a given (calendar) year, and shall not be absent from three (3) consecutive meetings. Failure to meet this minimum attendance requirement will result in removal from the Economic Development Commission. SECTION 3 - COMMISSION COMPOSITION, TERMS AND VACANCIES: 3.1 - Composition 3 The Economic Development Commission shall consist of five (5) voting members. Five (5) members shall be appointed by the City Council and may be removed by the City Council. All members of the Economic Development Commission will have resided or owned a business a minimum of two years in the City of Chanhassen. 3.2 - Terms and Vacancies The City Council shall appoint five (5) members for staggered terms of two (2) 3-year terms and three (3) 2-year terms expiring on March 31 of each year. Vacancies during the term shall be filled by the City Council for the unexpired portion of the term. All members shall serve without compensation. 3.3 - Quorum Three Economic Development Commission members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Whenever a quorum is not present, no final or official action shall be taken at such meeting. 3.4 - City Council Liaison The Mayor or his/her City Council designee shall act as Liaison and attend all Economic Development Commission meetings when possible. The City Council Liaison will not have voting rights. SECTION 4 - ORGANIZATION: 4.1 –Election of Officers At the first meeting in April of each year, the Economic Development Commission shall hold an organizational meeting. At this meeting, the commission shall elect from its membership a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Each member shall cast its vote for the member he wishes to be chosen for Chairperson. If no one receives a majority, voting shall continue until one member receives the majority support. Vice-Chairperson shall be elected from the remaining numbers of the same proceeding. 4.2 - Duties of the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson The Chairperson or in his absence, the Vice-Chairperson, shall preside at meetings and perform other such duties as ordered by the Economic Development Commission. The Chairperson shall conduct the meeting so as to keep it moving rapidly and as efficiently as possible and shall remind members, witnesses and others to preserve order and decorum and to keep comments to the subject at hand. The Chairperson shall not move for action but may second motions. 4 SECTION 5 - PROCEDURE: 5.1 - Parliamentary Procedure Parliamentary Procedure governed by Roberts Rules of Order Revised, shall be followed at all regular meetings. At special work session meetings, and when appropriate, the Economic Development Commission may hold group discussions not following any set parliamentary procedures except when motions are before the Economic Development Commission. SECTION 6 - MISCELLANEOUS: 6.1 - Economic Development Commission Discussion a. Matters for discussion, which do not appear on the agenda, may be considered and discussed by the Economic Development Commission under the On-going Items section. b. Matters which appear on the agenda as open discussion items will not be recorded as minutes. 6.2 - Suspension of Rules The Economic Development Commission may suspend any of these rules by a unanimous vote of the members present. 6.3 - Amendments Amendment of these bylaws may be made only by the City Council. 6.4 - Review At the first meeting in April of each year, these bylaws shall be read and adopted by the Economic Development Commission. Chairperson:__________________________________ Date: _______________________ f:\gregs\edc\edc bylaws 2019 edited final.docx ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes dated March 9, 2021 Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Item No: C.1. Prepared By Kim Meuwissen, Office Manager File No:  ATTACHMENTS: Summary Minutes CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 9, 2021 Chairman Sanford called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Sanford, Kathleen Donovan, and James Ebeling, MEMBERS ABSENT: Steve Stamy and Adam Schaefer STAFF PRESENT: Bob Generous, Senior Planner PUBLIC PRESENT: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES DATED FEBRUARY 9, 2021 Member Ebeling moved, Member Donovan seconded to approve the Minutes of the Economic Development Commission meeting dated February 9, 2021 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 3 to 0. OLD BUSINESS. None. Senior Planner Bob Generous stated at the April 2021 meeting the Economic Development Commission (EDC) would elect the Chair and Vice Chair and re-adopt the by-laws. NEW BUSINESS. STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS DISCUSSION: MISSION, VALUES AND STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, OPPORTUNITIES AND THREATS (SWOT) ANALYSIS Mr. Generous reviewed that the EDC would consider their Mission and Visions, Values, and a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis. Mission and Vision Mr. Generous asked the Economic Development Commission members what they identified as the function of the Commission Chair Sanford stated that City Ordinance 643 defines the EDC purpose as “The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is an advisory body to the City Council and the Economic Development Authority charged with the responsibility of researching, reviewing, and making Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 2 recommendations on issues related to economic development. The EDC 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.” Chair Sanford asked Mr. Generous of the City Attorney could be consulted to see if the EDC is allowed to conduct meetings without making them public meetings. He felt it was hard to research, review, and make recommendations when the Commission meets for only one hour per month. Mr. Generous asked if there was a priority the EDC wanted to promote - such as retaining existing businesses, promoting new businesses, or assisting with expansion of existing businesses. Member Ebeling felt that the goals should encompass all three areas. Member Donovan felt it was important to focus more on retention of existing businesses, especially given the challenges they have faced over the past year due to COVID-19. Chair Sanford mentioned that he sits on a credit committee at a bank and the federal money has been an incredible tool in keeping businesses around. Businesses have been able to utilize Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans which are not taxable. Carver County has distributed federally allocated money to local businesses. The real question will come in a year or so when federal money is not around and loans will no longer be paid by the government. Member Ebeling stated that many PPP loans are forgivable. He is more concerned with inflation. Core Values Mr. Generous asked the EDC about their core values - the must and must nots - based on the idea of business retention, expansion, and promotion of new businesses. He has heard emphasis on a need to communicate. Chair Sanford asked if the City of Chanhassen had a vision statement. Member Ebeling stated the vision was “Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow”. Mr. Generous added that the City Council is currently working on a Strategic Plan that will include economic development. Chair Sanford agreed that communication was an important consideration. He also added integrity as a potential goal. The goal of the EDC is to expand and promote the city, encourage communication, and work with integrity. Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 3 Member Donovan agreed that integrity, honesty, and ethics were important while also engaging with current and prospective businesses that are interested in building in Chanhassen. She added transparency and open dialogue as important values. Mr. Generous stated that one concern with economic development is who gets to pick the winner? The City attempts to make things level by giving everyone the same rules to follow. Chair Sanford stated that some cities seem to encourage certain types of businesses and seek them out. Is Chanhassen a service center or a destination? If Chanhassen wants to be a destination, the plan would look different than if they wanted to maintain their reputation as a service center (or “trunk community”). Should Chanhassen focus on encouraging certain types of businesses? Member Ebeling felt that an entertainment center, such as Top Golf, would be well received. Chair Sanford agreed that a convention or banquet hall would be a good draw for people who may stay all weekend while frequenting local hotels and restaurants. He felt there could be entertainment options for all ages. Something like Top Golf could draw people from 20-30 minutes away in all directions. Perhaps there is space to build in southern Chanhassen. Mr. Generous commented that a driving range was opening on Flying Cloud Dr. (Golf Zone) Member Ebeling felt that a site which provided for events, work parties, games, food, and drinks in a heated year-round atmosphere would be a good fit. Member Donovan questioned the amount of real estate needed for a facility such as Top Golf. She agreed with the idea of making Chanhassen a destination with the addition of something like a banquet hall. Could something be built across from Paisley Park. She mentioned the Avienda retail site that has been proposed and suggested other businesses could connect to it as part of a bigger picture. Member Ebeling stated that Chanhassen’s downtown area is laid out differently. The City of Excelsior has space to park and walk but Chanhassen’s infrastructure would require hundreds of millions of dollars to reconfigure. Maybe the City could focus on one area of downtown and designate it for certain types of businesses, food trucks, or pop-ups to drive community events and traffic downtown. Member Ebeling felt the layout of downtown Chanhassen was one of its weaknesses. Navigating between destinations required driving rather than walking. An entertainment type business could help the City. Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 4 Chair Sanford asked Mr. Generous if the area across from Paisley Park was part of the farm or Lake Ann. Mr. Generous commented that Moments of Chanhassen, a Senior continuing care facility, would be built in this area. Mr. Generous reviewed that a Core Value was the desire for people to come to Chanhassen. Chair Sanford agreed that Chanhassen could emphasize being a destination. Mr. Generous stated that the Economic Development Commission was an advisory board to the City Council, whether or not the Council implemented suggestions. The EDC can provide the Council with suggestions and steps. Chair Sanford added discussions may also involve real estate development which would be under the Planning Commission. Chair Sanford asked Mr. Generous if the park north of City Hall was owned by the City. Mr. Generous responded that it was owned by the City. Chair Sanford asked if the City owned Lake Ann Park. Mr. Generous said the City owned much of the park except for the west side of the lake, which was under private ownership guided for high, medium, and low-density residential development. The current owners own about 200 acres and have no intention of developing at this time. The City’s vision is to have a parkway all around Lake Ann. Strengths Mr. Generous asked the Commission members what they considered the EDC strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats which affect economic development. Member Ebeling noted the following strengths: ● Strong community feel and base ● People like Chanhassen ● People feel part of the community ● Small town feel but close to the Twin Cities ● Good employment base ● Good affluence ● Good population growth ● Amenities such as parks, lakes, and trails Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 5 ● Lots of young motivated families that want to be part of the community. This is a positive to help drive business growth. Member Donovan noted the following strengths: ● Main Street. She noted, however, that parking lots against the sidewalk instead of businesses next to sidewalks make it difficult to notice businesses from the road. ● Two large freeways coming through Chanhassen to feed into the city ● Strong schools ● Strong government ● Attracting families, in growth mode ● Outdoor paths and walkways ● Natural resources including the Arboretum and other places of natural interest ● Lots of churches and faith-based groups, private, and public schools provide a mixture of choices for people Chair Sanford noted the following strengths on behalf of Member Schaefer who submitted comments by email: ● One of the best locations for access to lakes ● Nice mixture of public and private schools including two high schools ● Infrastructure ● Balanced budget ● City government has robust planning and development relations ● Access to a thriving downtown Chair Sanford noted the following strengths: ● Attractions such as the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Paisley Park, and the Arboretum ● Good access via major roadways ● Housing development ● Increasing population projected at 10,000-12,000 more residents over the next 10 years which, if you’re a business owner, is a good thing Weaknesses Member Ebeling noted the following weaknesses: ● Lack of walkability ● Lack of entertainment ● Trunk community ● Higher fees compared to neighboring communities ● Collaboration, cohesion, and communication between businesses ● Lack of affordable housing. Current housing is expensive which inhibits the employment base for surrounding businesses. There is a need for housing for lower income earners. Member Donovan noted the following weaknesses: Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 6 ● Connecting downtown to businesses across Highway 5 ● Walkways ● Creating more moments of interest and gathering spaces ● Small businesses are situated 20-30 yards from the road and parking lots are what people experience first ● Family fun and entertainment including more kid friendly places Chair Sanford noted the following weaknesses on behalf of Member Schaefer who submitted comments by email: ● Trunk community ● Split downtown ● City staff resources Chair Sanford noted the following weaknesses: ● Split downtown ● Lack of a community center - a place to have events as well as places to stop and draw people’s attention ● Parking lot first development ● Southwest Chamber of Commerce and Buy Chanhassen. When looking at communities such as Wayzata and Excelsior, they have their own Chambers and do a lot of promotion of the business community. ● City’s hesitancy to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funding. Currently, the City has one TIF district while other cities have dozens. Chanhassen may have to look at radical fundraising to finance a cohesive community center. Opportunities Member Ebeling noted the following opportunities: ● Tax Increment Financing ● Business subsidy programs - such as microlending for new or existing businesses or lodging tax ● Undeveloped land Member Donovan noted the following opportunities: ● Attract family friendly businesses (such as Avienda) ● Capturing people’s interest as they’re driving through ● Keeping the community engaged in what is going on in Chanhassen, reaching current residents ● Providing small businesses an opportunity to be featured on the City website - such as private/public advertisements, points of interest, and highlighting businesses ● Utilizing the local paper to highlight local businesses Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 7 Chair Sanford noted the following opportunities on behalf of Member Schaefer who submitted comments by email: ● Ongoing land development ● Infrastructure ● Balanced budget ● Low unemployment ● High home values ● Expansion south and west Chair Sanford noted the following opportunities: ● Microlending ● Lodging tax ● Lake Ann is a way to draw people in ● Entertainment or gathering spot ● The park behind city hall to the north could be more of an attraction rather than a soccer field Threats Member Ebeling noted the following threats: ● More neighboring communities getting destination traffic Member Donovan noted the following threats: ● Chaska, Victoria, Carver, and Waconia are in a huge growth mode with tons of expensive housing ● Chaska has a Costco going in which will drive traffic to Highway 41 and make it a stopping point. Chanhassen should consider how to filter some of that traffic back to the City. ● Neighboring communities also do a good job of making people aware of what’s happening in their communities ● The cost of housing in Chanhassen is too high. The cost of land and the choices that are being made for type of builders cuts off a lot of the population - especially people who would hold blue collar jobs. Chair Sanford noted the following threats on behalf of Member Schaefer who submitted comments by email: ● Home values ● Sewer Access Charges (SAC) and Water Access Charges (WAC) fees Chair Sanford commented that neighboring cities are a threat but also an opportunity. How can the City get new residents of these surrounding cities to visit Chanhassen? The City should provide them with something they can’t find in their own city such as a service or entertainment. Economic Development Commission – March 9, 2021 8 Chair Sanford noted the following threats: ● Inertia. If the City doesn’t do something it will miss opportunity. The City needs to be prepared to take a bold step. ● COVID-19 ● Lack of funding Chair Sanford added that an opportunity could be the park near City Hall. Retail could be added on the bottom, affordable housing on the top, and the park preserved in the middle. Shopping could be brought closer to the street rather than parking lots and a city center could be created which would radically change the way that part of the City looks. Mr. Generous stated the City has a Downtown Vision Plan that looks at bringing shops closer to the street. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATION. None. CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION. CARES FUNDING Mr. Generous stated that, in the April 2021 packet, he will include a list of the rest of the businesses who have received federal funding. CARES funding had been given to Carver County to administer and distribute to Chanhassen businesses who applied. He estimates there are 50-60 businesses on this list. ADJOURNMENT. Member Ebeling moved, Member Donovan seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 3 to 0. The Economic Development Commission meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Submitted by Bob Generous Senior Planner Prepared by Kim Meuwissen ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) Summary Section OLD BUSINESS Item No: D.1. Prepared By Bob Generous, Senior Planner File No:  SUMMARY Attached is a summary of the discussion regarding the  mission, values and strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats by the Economic Development Commission (EDC). BACKGROUND The EDC is working to create a strategic plan for the commission. RECOMMENDATION Please review the summary and provide any corrections, additions or updates. ATTACHMENTS: Mission Values SWOT STRATEGIC PLANNING EDC MISSION Economic Development Review ways in which the city can expand existing businesses, attract desirable new business, and revitalize existing businesses VALUES The goal of the EDC is to expand and promote the city, encourage communication, and work with integrity, honesty, and ethics engaging through transparency and open dialogue Making the community a destination. STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND THREATS STRENGTHS ● Strong community feel and base ● People like Chanhassen ● People feel part of the community ● Small town feel but close to the Twin Cities ● Good employment base ● Good affluence ● Good population growth; Increasing population projected at 10,000-12,000 more residents over the next 10 years ● Amenities such as parks, lakes, and trails ● Lots of young motivated families that want to be part of the community. This is a positive to help drive business growth. ● Main Street. ● Two large freeways coming through Chanhassen to feed into the city ● Strong schools ● Strong government ● Attracting families, in growth mode ● Outdoor paths and walkways ● Natural resources including the Arboretum and other places of natural interest ● Lots of churches and faith-based groups, private, and public schools provide a mixture of choices for people ● One of the best locations for access to lakes ● Nice mixture of public and private schools including two high schools ● Infrastructure ● Balanced budget ● City government has robust planning and development relations ● Access to a thriving downtown ● Attractions such as the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Paisley Park, and the Arboretum ● Good access via major roadways ● Housing development WEAKNESSES ● Layout of downtown Chanhassen; Small businesses are situated 20-30 yards from the road and parking lots are what people experience first; parking lots against the sidewalk instead of businesses next to sidewalks ● Lack of walkability, walkways ● Lack of entertainment ● Trunk community ● Higher fees compared to neighboring communities ● Collaboration, cohesion, and communication between businesses ● Lack of affordable housing. Current housing is expensive which inhibits the employment base for surrounding businesses. There is a need for housing for lower income earners. ● Connecting downtown to businesses across Highway 5; Split downtown ● Creating more moments of interest and gathering spaces ● Family fun and entertainment including more kid friendly places ● City staff resources ● Lack of a community center - a place to have events as well as places to stop and draw people’s attention ● Parking lot first development ● Southwest Chamber of Commerce and Buy Chanhassen. When looking at communities such as Wayzata and Excelsior, they have their own Chambers and do a lot of promotion of the business community. ● City’s hesitancy to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funding. Currently, the City has one TIF district while other cities have dozens. Chanhassen may have to look at radical fundraising to finance a cohesive community center. OPPORTUNITIES ● Tax Increment Financing ● Business subsidy programs - such as microlending for new or existing businesses or lodging tax ● Undeveloped land; Expansion south and west ● Attract family friendly businesses (such as Avienda) ● Capturing people’s interest as they’re driving through ● Keeping the community engaged in what is going on in Chanhassen, reaching current residents ● Providing small businesses an opportunity to be featured on the City website - such as private/public advertisements, points of interest, and highlighting businesses ● Utilizing the local paper to highlight local businesses ● Ongoing land development ● Infrastructure ● Balanced budget ● Low unemployment ● High home values ● Lake Ann is a way to draw people in ● Entertainment or gathering spot ● The park behind city hall to the north could be more of an attraction rather than a soccer field THREATS ● More neighboring communities getting destination traffic ● Chaska, Victoria, Carver, and Waconia are in a huge growth mode with tons of expensive housing ● Chaska has a Costco going in which will drive traffic to Highway 41 and make it a stopping point. Chanhassen should consider how to filter (capture) some of that traffic back to the City. ● Neighboring communities also do a good job of making people aware of what’s happening in their communities ● The cost of housing in Chanhassen is too high. The cost of land and the choices that are being made for type of builders cuts off a lot of the population - especially people who would hold blue collar jobs. ● Home values ● Sewer Access Charges (SAC) and Water Access Charges (WAC) fees ● Inertia. If the City doesn’t do something it will miss opportunity. The City needs to be prepared to take a bold step. ● COVID-19 ● Lack of funding ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Strategic Planning Process Discussion: Objectives, Strategies, Tactics, Measurements and Funding Section NEW BUSINESS Item No: E.1. Prepared By Bob Generous, Senior Planner File No:  SUMMARY The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is preparing objectives, strategies and tactics for achieving the mission of promoting economic development in the community. BACKGROUND The EDC previously discussed work plans and goals and should incorporate them in the strategic plan. DISCUSSION We will begin populating the the strategic planning areas, subsets of goals, and action items in our strategic plan. RECOMMENDATION EDC Members shall prepare lists of objectives, strategies and tactics for achievement of EDC goals.  ATTACHMENTS: Strategic plan templete 2021 Work Plan Objectives, strategies, tactics, measurements and funding 1. Chanhassen Economic Development Commission Strategic Plan Strategic Area: Goal:. Ongoing/Long Term Objectives Description Partners Accountability Status Commission members will Commission members will All Commission Members All Commission Members Ongoing Ongoing 2021-2025 Objectives Ongoing Strategic Area: Goal:. Ongoing/Long Term Objectives Description Partners Accountability Status Commission members will Commission members will All Commission Members Ongoing Ongoing 2021-2025 Objectives Ongoing MEMORANDUM FROM TO CITY OT CIIANIIASSTN Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow Economic Development Commission Kate Aanenson, Community Development Director Bob Generous, Senior Planner February 9,2020 2020 Year in Review and 2021 Recommended Work Plan DATE: SUBJ: As required by the City Code section 2-46.13 (e) Reports: The Commission will produce an annual report for the City Council detailing the community development activities ofthe past year. The report also provides a summary ofresidential and commercial construction activities and outlines the progress that has been made toward achieving the goals ofall strategic plans. The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is an advisory body to the City Council and the Economic Development Authority charged with the responsibility ofresearching, reviewing, and making recommendations on issues related to economic development. The EDC 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. Below is a summary of items the EDC reviewed in 2020 as well as possible work projects for 2021. Ifthere are additional items, projects, or research the EDC would like to undertake for 2021, please provide direction to staff. 2O2O REVIEW 2020 was a leaming year for the EDC. Members were appraised of the roles for economic development. The EDC was advised ofthe city's efforts in development review and economic development. The EDC was provided updates on CARES funding and community support for local businesses. The EDC had proposed another open house for area businesses. However due to COVID-I9, this outreach could not be done. The EDC evaluated the comments and concerns from the 2019 open house. PH 952.227.1100. www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us. Fx 952.227.1110 77OO MARKET BOULEVARD . PO BOX I47 .CHANHASSEN .I'IINNESOTA 55317 BACKGROUND The EDC adopted a list of2020 goals. Economic Development Commission Annual Repo( February 9,2021 Page 2 In 2020, the city issued building permits for 68 dwelling units, which was approximately 34 percent (34%) of our projected housing growth for 2020. We are projecting a two percent (2%) increase (approximately 200 units) in total housing stock for 2021 . As can be seen in the average residential building permit data (128 single-family and 67 attached units), there is currently sufficient approved single-family residential lots available for development with a lot inventory of 178 platted single-family lots, but a deficiency of attached single-family lots with 14 lots available. With the approval ofthe Lake Place at Powers Ridge project, 110 apartment units are proposed for development. Given this inventory and cunent housing demand, the city should be able to achieve its housing projection. Projects The EDC will review the 2020 goals and prioritize and create a list of goals for 2021. Staff encourages the EDC to concentrate their efforts in 2021 on the following projects: Develop a strategic plan for economic development for the city. Cooperate and coordinate with Buy Chanhassen and the Southwest Area Chamber of Commerce on promoting business retention, expansion and recruitment to Chanhassen. Create a feedback survey for developers and business owners to be used to understand and improve city interaction with the development and business community. Investigate a signage idea/plan for the promotion of businesses in the downtown Work with the school district and Chanhassen businesses to market job opportunities and support the creation of local jobs. a a a a City Code Staff shall submit City Code amendments to the EDC for comment relative to economic development. Educational Opportunities l. Comprehensive Plan The city adopted the 2040 Comprehensive Plan on February 10,2020. Staffwill bring some chapters of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the EDC for discussion and review in conjunction with economic development. 2021 WORK PROGRAMS Economic Development Commission Annual Report February 9,2021 Page 3 2. Miscellaneous Staff v/ill provide periodic items to the EDC as the schedule and time permit. Some items may include housing demands and trends, demographic statistics, mixed-use development, sustainable development, developmenl trends, redevelopment issues, transportation projects, senior-friendly cities, etc. ACTION The EDC may suggest additional items which they may reviedresearch it 202l. Any other suggestions that the Commission would like to see staff address will be added to the list. Subject to Economic Development Commission concurrence, staffwill forward this report to the City Council. ATTACHMENTS l.2020Goals 2. Permis 3. Development Review g:\plan\economic developmenr\edcuo2luo2o yeat in review 2021 worli plm.docx Economic Development Commission Annual Report February 9,2021 Page 4 o Understanding ofhow to attempt diversification oflocal businesses in terms of size and types of business. r Look to attain more entertainment retail (ex. Top Golf). o Define a vision of business community in the City of Chanhassen. Do we want our business community to look more like Minnetonka/Eden Prairie or Hopkins? e Be more proactive rather than reactive in attracting local businesses while still following the Comprehensive Plan. o Engage residents and various city groups to help them understand impact ofgoals and growth in the city. r Facilitate economic growth of existing businesses both with employment and improving the quality of life for our residents. o Use advertising/marketing to draw residents from other cities to Chanhassen businesses. o Recruit successful businesses from other communities to Chanhassen. e Create business cards for the members ofthe EDC in order for them to identifi themselves and share their contact information with local businesses. o Increase/Improve intemet corurectivity for the local business community. . Improve city competitiveness by making sure it is move-in ready for all forms of business. . Engage with Buy Chanhassen and SW Chamber of Commerce to bring more light to Chanhassen businesses. . Increase awareness oflocal public transportation (SW Metro). o Employmentopportunities. o Attempt to assist local businesses with the creation of a Health Insurance Consortium in order for local businesses to be more attractive for employment opportunities. Primarv 2020 Goals l. Create a Business Subsidy program using either a levy, abatement, TIF or other financing mechanism to help offset costs of barrier of entry. 2. Look for ways the EDC can encourage local businesses to communicate more frequently and effectively with other local businesses, city staff, elected officials, commissions, Buy Chanhassen and the SW Chamber. 3 . Have staff prepare a feedback survey for developers and potential business owners at the various points of contact with city staff. This would include the Planning Department after a developer has completed a development process and the Building Department after a business has gone through an improvement project. 4. Improve walkability/connectivity of the downtown, in particular over Highway 5. 5. Have the EDC along with Buy Chanhassen/SW Chamber support the creation ofa local job fair in the city. This could include part time, seasonal and other full+ime opportunities for employment in the City ofChanhassen. The event could be held at a city gathering place. Other Future Goals Economic Development Commrssion Annual Report February 9,2021 Page 5 Consideratio ns for Citv Council l. The EDC would be strongly supportive of the building of a public facility that encompasses large gathering spaces in a multi-use facility that brings increased traffic and visitors to the City of Chanhassen. The facility could host local business meetings, small conferences, and resident gathering events. 2. The EDC sfongly supports a local lodging tax for the creation and financial support of a Visitors/Convention Bureau. 3. The EDC believes there is a high need for affordable housing to assist our local businesses. The lack of affordable housing makes it difficult for small businesses to draw on local employees for its operations. The EDC strongly encourages the City Council to consider offering assistance for an affordable housing TIF district project. l. A subsidy progmm to incentivize new entertainment businesses within the City of Chanhassen. The subsidy could be a low interest micro loan program funded in part by an HRA,/EDA levy. 2. A current/existing business subsidy program for small local businesses that need assistance during diffrcult economic downturns in varying business sectors. The program could be in the form of a low interest micro loan or a small gmnt program for certain qualifuing expenses. 3. In order to encourage new small businesses to move to Chanhassen or to start a new business in Chanhassen, the creation of a business subsidy program. The program could be a low interest micro loan pro$am, a Waiver of Utility Connection fees for new SAC units, a small business incubator lease assistance program or a Jobs for Fees program similar to one created by the City of Jordan. Most of these would require a HRdEDA levy or a waiver of a small amount of Utility Connection revenues. Potential Business Subsidy Proqram Areas PERMITS BUILDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT The Building Division contains two support stafl one building official and four inspectors. Eric Tessman is the building official for the city. The inspectors review building plans for compliance with building codes, inspect buildings under construction, and enforce property maintenance issues. Support staff issue the building permits, schedule inspections, receive all permit applications and distribute building plans for city review. I In 2019, the city issued four permits for projects with building permit valuation in excess ofone million dollars- Commercial and Institutional Construction There were no significant commercial or institutional projects in 2020. The total valuation for all new commercial and institutional projects in 2020 was $1,875,500. Tennant finish and remodeling activity had 65 permits with a valuation of $8,946,800. New Single-Family Home Construction Inspections 2020 Building Permit Activity Year Permits Average Valuation Total Valuation Average New Single-Family Home Values Excludes Land Cost 68 $41 1,529 s27,984,000 2019 40 $637,390 $25,49s,s91 201 8 49 $406,275 $19,865,000 2017 55 $420.195 $22,798,000 2016 46 $401,638 s18,834,000 80 $373,128 $30,397,000 Year Building Inspections Mechanical Inspections Plumbing Inspections Total Inspections 2020 3,413 1,171 1,323 5,907 2019 3,467 1,708 1,667 6,842 201 8 2,863 1,425 1,551 5,839 20t7 2,583 t,490 1,405 5,478 2016 1 11.1 1,459 1,770 5,951 2015 3,835 1,681 1,770 7,286 23 68278l0Residential Single-Family 0 0000Residential Townhomes 0000ApartmentVSenior Facilities z.)6827810Total Residential 2 2020 2015 Residential Building Permits lrt Ouarter 2d Ouarter 3.d 0uarter 4rh Ouarter Total 0 0 0000New 0 0000Redeveloped 709242413Remodeled 24 24 l3Total Commercial 9 A significant amount of the building permit activity, totaling 2,134 permits, which occurred in 2020, was due to household remodeling and addition construction, and building re-roofs which resulted from surrmer thunderstorms. I )1 140 178Single-Family Lots 156 24 24 24 14Residential Townhome Lots 164 192Total Available Lots 180 175 55 49 40 68Single-Family 48 28 0Townhomes0t256 0 0Apartments/Senior Facilities 76 0 268 72 76 70Commercial109 -1-) )140 445 144 138Total Number of All Permits J Commercial Building Permits 1". Ouarter 20d Ouarter 3.d Ouarter 4rh Ouarter Total 70 Available Lot Inventory (End of Ouarter)lst Quarter 2od Quarter 3'd Quarter 46 Quarter Total Permit History 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 994041l81980 242221981 2t2198219 1043681983bU 24341984108 26520t8381985 881986246 )-L 32321987289 26 3419883s2 62 383l41989307 1971990197 1911991191 228Attached Single-Family*1992 228 267t61993251 3791101994269 65 478t971995216 2071996 274971997 425162263 277187881999 320162t242000 22910085442001 300542462002 39624359942003 9276l62004 84060242005 1794889422006 l865862007 6628382008 8571142009 10171302010 168106622011 185t07782012 175086201389 153960572014 0 10480201 5 76 1240201648 0 67122017 )l)26849562018 58l8402019 680202068 62 20167Average128 4 Residential Building Permits Issued Year Sinsle-Family Duplex Townhouses Apartments Dwellins 166 189 262 4t2 170 t77 1998 34 169 55 0 0 HOUSING PERMITS iirll aa oaz 6r0z 0l0z tloz 9toz 9!02 ttoa er0z ztoz ttoz 0toz @z t(x)z 16z 9002 smz roz E@Z z@z r00z 0mz 666r 868t L86t 9€8 r 9A6r t66t p 888888 Jaqurn\ 5 tT- I I rr- I I I- -I II IIIIITIIt-I - - - r IIIII I I II!I I I I I I I - l- -------l DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PLANNING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT The Planning Division consists of the Community Development Director, three planners and a natural resource specialist. The Planning staff enforces the zoning ordinance, reviews building plans, prepares current and long-range plans for the community, discusses development potential for individual properties, reviews development proposals and coordinates this review with other departments and agencies, prepares reports for the Planning Commission and City Council, provides information about the community to businesses, property owners and the general public, performs research projects and writes ordinances and resolutions. I Residential Subdivisions Site Plan Review CASE #PROJECT NAME GROSS ACRES NET ACRES TOTAL UNITS GROSS DENSITY NET DENSITY 2019- 13 Berrospid Addition 2.297 )2.18 2.33 2019-01 The Park 2nd Addition 38.42 13.07 57 1.48 4.36 2019-0 r The Park 3'd Addition 10.02 to 2.59 2019-01 The Bluffs @Lake Lucy (The Park 4th Addition) 32.41 13.76 3l 0.96 2.2s Boylan Shores 2.71 1.9 3 l.1l 1.58 TOTALS 85.86 38.95 t22 1.42 3.r3 Project Location Developer Building Square Feet Acres Type of Use Moments W. 78s St. and Audubon Rd. TMSC of Chanhassen LLC 65,000 3.5 Continuing care facility 48 units Christian Brothers 8941 Crossroads Blvd. Kraus Anderson, Inc.5,100 0.79 TOTAL 70,100 2 2.142 8.075 3.22 2019-17 Automotive repair shop 4.29 Site plan review with variances for the construction of a 48-unit, continuing care retirement facility. 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WEST ELEVATION aaatat Itr- Christian Brothers (2020 -21) Site plan approval for a 5,100-square foot automotive facility in Crossroads of Chanhassen - t:::::- -*Q d-f & At+/ I ' ;5 .': . co 9;;;E!z a dcidi EI o ! !r o TI I I 4 I I Strategic Plan 5 Key Components of a Powerful Strategic Plan, Keith Krach, 9/6/2016 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Subject Carver County Small Business Emergency Assistance Program Section CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION Item No: G.1. Prepared By File No:  ATTACHMENTS: Carver County Small Business Emergency Assistance Program Implementation Report March 2021 Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 1 March 2021 The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, was an economic stimulus bill passed by Congress on March 27, 2020 in response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. This bill provided $150 billion dollars in funding to state governments, eligible local governments (for example, Hennepin and Ramsey Counties in Minnesota), the District of Columbia, US Territories, and Tribal governments. The State of Minnesota was allocated $1.87 billion from the CARES Act and in June of last year announced a plan to distribute $841 million of those funds to “support local government Coronavirus relief efforts.” These funds were distributed to counties, cities and townships in the state using a formula based on population size. Carver County received $12.8 million to fund its Coronavirus relief efforts. The County created the Carver County Small Business Emergency Assistance Fund “to provide emergency financial assistance, through a $10,000 beneficiary payment, to small businesses located in Carver County who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal of program is to assist and stabilize businesses through this economic crisis.” Section 2. Application Process and Award Data .................................................................................. 2 − Overview of Applications and Awards − Application Process − Demographics of Awardees Section 3. Audit Process and Results .................................................................................................. 6 Section 4. Satisfaction Survey Results ................................................................................................. 8 − Level of Operation − Impact of Award − Awareness of Program − Satisfaction with Process − Summary of Open-Ended Comments Section 5. Wrap-Up and Recommendations ...................................................................................... 13 Appendix A. List of Award Recipients ................................................................................................ 14 Appendix B. Itemized Budget for Use of Funds (Template) .............................................................. 18 Appendix C. Certifications of Responses and Documentation .......................................................... 19 Appendix D. Verbatim Open-Ended Comments from Survey ........................................................... 20 Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 4 March 2021 Application Process: Carver County Small Business Emergency Assistance Program The Carver County SBEA Program offered small businesses that completed the application process and met all requirements a reimbursement of operating expenses up to $10,000 ($5,000 for home-based businesses). The application window for this program ran from August 17 to September 4, 2020. Anticipating greater demand than available funding was likely to meet, the program was designed with several eligibility requirements intended to narrow the focus of the funding without making direct allocations. To be eligible, businesses had to meet the following conditions as of March 1, 2020: • Be a locally owned and operated for-profit business with a physical establishment in Carver County. • Have 40 or fewer employees. • Have $2 million or less in annual revenue. • Be open and operating on or before January 1, 2020. • Be in good regulatory standing with the State of Minnesota, Carver County, and city in which the business is located. This includes being current on applicable licenses, in compliance with city regulations, and being current on property taxes. • Be located in a commercial or industrial zoned district or allowed by a conditional use permit as defined by the regulating authority’s approved Land Use Map. • Be able to demonstrate a loss of revenue of at least 1 0 percent since March 15, 2020 (no credit score or collateral requirements apply). • For-profit farming operations are eligible. • Businesses that applied for or were awarded any COVID -related federal funding, such as the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) or the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) are eligible for this funding. The program guidelines defined as ineligible: • Businesses without a physical establishment in Carver County • Non-profit organizations • Corporate or multi-state chains. Franchisees are considered eligible businesses. • Businesses in default conditions prior to March 1, 2020. • Businesses the primarily derive income from any of the following: gambling; adult entertainment; passive investment; real estate transactions; property rentals/property management; billboards; or lobbying. • Businesses that primarily sell pawned merchandise, guns, tobacco or vaping products. • Businesses awarded COVID related emergency funds through the State of Minnesota Small Business Emergency Loan or the Small Business Relief Grant program s are ineligible. Carver County businesses that were interested in applying for funding were directed to an online application process. In addition to completing the application, applicants were required to provide: 1. An Itemized Budget for Use of Funds (Appendix B) that identified the following qualified business expenses incurred between March 16 and August 31, 2020: • payroll, • rent or mortgage, • utilities, • vendor or supplier payments, and • expenses related to COVID safety measures. 2. Documentation of 2019 Federal taxes paid, 3. Impact statement of business losses due to the COVID -19 pandemic, and 4. Completed and signed W-9 form. Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 12 March 2021 Summary of Open-Ended Comments Survey respondents were provided three opportunities to share their thoughts and opinions regarding: • the application process, • the program administrator, NextStage, and • the overall impact of the program and further needs of your business. Despite the guidance provided by the wording of the open-ended questions, the responses were not always on topic. The verbatim comments can be found in Appendix D; although, personal names were replaced with generic language. It is clear from the comments that Carver County businesses are very grateful for the financial assistance they received form the SBEA program during these challenging and uncertain times. With few exceptions, the comments were very positive about the process, NextStage, and the overall impact of the program. Here are just a few examples: “Great experience, well managed. Next stage was very helpful with the questions that I had during my application and throughout the process.” “I appreciate every grant we have received. Receiving this grant came at a very critical time for us. Our funds were running low for payroll and this helped me pay my employees and keep our doors open.” “Really appreciated the ease of applying and receiving funds. Everyone was responsive and pleasant.” “Thank you so much for this program. Absolutely life -changing lifeline at the right time in the struggle! “Great experience. Next stage was incredibly helpful throughout the grant process.” Their words express how it has helped not only their business, but the people that depend on them to be open – their employees and the communities they serve. “Our business dropped 31 percent in gross income due to Covid and having to shut down and then only be partially open. We were able to keep all 19 part time employees employed, and our business from closing, due to the assistance we received.” Home-based businesses expressed their appreciation for opening the program to include them. “This was so very helpful as a self-employed health care provider. I have a home-based office and was literally a few hours too late to apply for the EIDL grant and was too nervous about payback ability to apply for the loan. When this opportunity came, I was both elated and then heartbroken as initially, home- businesses were excluded. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of this. It has helped me and I am holding hope I can apply for the next grant and be awarded something. My practice has decline d as telehealth is not always an appropriate medium for my clients, and in -person in their homes is still not safe. Thank you for opening this up for me.” Business also made it clear that additional assistance and expanded programs would be necessary for them to survive. “Another round of this program, perhaps with a slightly higher ticket value would be amazing should the federal funds come available. The b2b opportunities are looking up as we go forward, but there's still a couple month gap between the prospecting opportunities and getting paid again. Thank you, thank you, thank you for what you've done for Carver County businesses!” Some businesses made suggestions to improve the process and program impact. “It would be helpful if we could get a reply that our documents were received.” “It was very easy to apply and the responses were prompt. Only suggestion would be for an email acknowledge of the initial submission of intent of interest.” Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 15 March 2021 CDA Norwood Young America $8,000 CDA Norwood Young America $10,000 CDA Norwood Young America $10,000 CDA Norwood Young America $5,000 CDA Norwood Young America $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Victoria $10,000 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Waconia $7,500 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Waconia $4,400 CDA Waconia $10,000 CDA Watertown $10,000 CDA Watertown $10,000 CDA Watertown $5,500 CDA Watertown $10,000 CDA Watertown $10,000 CDA Watertown $10,000 CDA Watertown $10,000 Home-Based Carver $5,000 Home-Based Carver $4,100 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chanhassen $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Chaska $5,000 Home-Based Cologne $5,000 Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 16 March 2021 Home-Based Cologne $5,000 Home-Based Cologne $5,000 Home-Based Hamburg $5,000 Home-Based New Germany $5,000 Home-Based Norwood Young America $5,000 Home-Based Norwood Young America $5,000 Home-Based Victoria $5,000 Home-Based Victoria $5,000 Home-Based Waconia $5,000 Home-Based Waconia $5,000 Home-Based Waconia $5,000 Home-Based Watertown $5,000 Home-Based Watertown $3,900 Home-Based Watertown $5,000 Carver Carver $10,000 Carver Carver $10,000 Carver Carver $10,000 Carver Carver $9,400 Carver Carver $8,700 Carver Carver $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $9,900 Chanhassen Chanhassen $5,300 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $9,400 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chanhassen Chanhassen $3,400 Chanhassen Chanhassen $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $7,600 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Chaska Chaska $10,000 Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 17 March 2021 Mayer Mayer $10,000 Mayer Waconia $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $6,900 NYA Norwood Young America $9,800 NYA Norwood Young America $6,500 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $10,000 NYA Norwood Young America $7,700 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $3,900 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $9,600 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $9,200 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Waconia Waconia $10,000 Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 21 March 2021 Open-Ended Question: Please provide any additional feedback regarding your experiences with the program administrator, NextStage. Again, it would be helpful to receive communications about the status of the application and documents; Received, in process, etc. Easy Everyone I encountered was very helpful and responsive. Great experience. Next stage was incredibly helpful throughout the grant process. It would be quite convenient & less difficult for me if the application process could be done on the cell phone as I have no computer. NextStage staffperson is a rock star. Always has been. Always will be. Next stage was great to work with. Professional Thank you! Thanks. Very pleased and appreciative with our experience! Open-Ended Question: Please provide any comments you wish to share with Carver County about the impact of this award or the further needs of your business. Another round of this program, perhaps with a slightly higher ticket value would be amazing should the federal funds come available. The b2b opportunities are looking up as we go forward, but there's still a couple month gap between the prospecting opportunities and getting paid again. Thank you, thank you, thank you for what you've done for Carver County businesses! As my healthcare consulting services business was devastated overnight by COVID, getting any amount of support has been important. I appreciate the county recognized small at home businesses for funds. We felt forgotten. I appreciate the help. This has been an extremely difficult time to be a business owner. I have lost a considerable amount of revenue. 83% for 2020. Being a c inema I have to give away 50 to 60% of ticket revenue. With limited capacity and COVID numbers high in the county. These funds help pay down fixed and fluctuating utility costs. Without the previous grant I wouldn’t have been able to pay my gas bill to heat the building these first 2 months of winter or remove overflowing trash dumpsters created this summer while we were closed. This Money just helps and is keeping me from going Bankrupt and out of business right now. I really appreciate the availability of this grant. It truly made a huge difference for my business and my well-being during these stressful times. It was GREATLY appreciated! It was timely and helped us get through a difficult time It's somewhat arbitrary to state which dollar of assistance, PPP vs. SBEA for example, was used for which expense, e.g. rent vs. payroll. The combination of these funds enabled us to retain employees, meet financial obligations and make investments in outdo or accommodations. The current round of assistance is going to have even greater positive impact on our business. The drop in sales during the winter executive ordered closure and other restrictions is much greater than that experienced last spring. So this assistance helps us cover the shortfall and make additional investment in outdoor accommodations. My business remains on the edge, with less than two months of cash to continue to operate. My business still needs extra funding. I've filled out the application again. At this point, anything helps. Our business dropped 31 percent in gross income due to Covid and having to shut down and then only be partially open. We were able to keep all 19 part time employees employed, and our business from closing , due to the assistance we received. Please refer to any future beneficiary payments as grants. The language was confusing for some business owners. Thank you for making it available in a timely manner. Thank you so much for the life line! Carver County SBEA Program Report P a g e | 22 March 2021 Thank you! This was so helpful. THANK YOU!!! Thank you. These funds were very helpful. Additional funds would be appreciated. My small business was temporarily closed for 6 months last year. This program has been a life save. My business was greatly impacted and this assistance went a long way in helping me to continue with my business. This program was critical to keeping people employed, keeping me as an owner comfortable that with this assistance we feel we can weather the COVID storm. This was a big help to my small business. I lost about 70% of my customers. I truly appreciate everything you all do. It has helped me keep my business open. I’ve used it for payroll. This was so very helpful as a self-employed health care provider. I have a home-based office and was literally a few hours too late to apply for the EIDL grant and was too nervous about payback ability to apply for the loan. When this opportunity came, I was both elated and th en heartbroken as initially, home- businesses were excluded. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of this. It has helped me and I am holding hope I can apply for the next grant and be awarded something. My practice has declined as telehealth is not always an appropriate medium for my clients, and in -person in their homes is still not safe. Thank you for opening this up for me. Very timely and helpful assistance! we absolutely needed the help. I hope we get more support in the future We feel very blessed to have been able to participate and be awarded money to help us out this year! It has been a very trying year on so many and we appreciate it deeply.