HomeMy WebLinkAboutHRA Minutes July 16,26MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
JULY 16, 2026
7:30 A.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. and then explained the processes created
for public comment.
II. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Chair Hovland, Commissioners Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, and Risser.
Absent: None.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED — AS PRESENTED
Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Agnew, approving the
meeting agenda as presented.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
No one appeared.
V.A. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENTS
Executive Director Neal responded there were no Community Comments at the previous meeting.
VI. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED
Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, approving the
consent agenda as presented:
VLA. DRAFT MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE I I, 2026
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, and Hovland
Abstain: Risser
Motion carried.
VII. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
V//.A. GRANT AGREEMENT WITH SKLO, LLC AT 7271-7275 OHMS LANE —
APPROVED
Economic Development Director Neuendorf stated that this item pertains to supporting a small
business that is expanding and relocating in Edina. Due to the high costs of updating the aging building,
the owner has applied for the SPARC Streamlined Grant Program. Mr. Neuendorf presented the
background on Edina's SPARC Program, the Streamlined Grant Program, evaluation and compliance
procedures, overview of the proposed project. He concluded with a staff recommendation to
approve the grant agreement with reimbursement not to exceed $24,000.
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The Board asked questions regarding the specific grant amount and when classes will begin in the
new location.
The Board expressed concerns regarding support for this privately owned business when there are
ADA updates needed on some public infrastructure in Edina that have not yet been completed.
Ms. Lo, the property owner and founder of the business, stated that they are finding a way to
continue doing classes all year round while they searched for a new location. She noted that they
can operate the business while renovations are taking place in a limited portion of the building.
The Board thanked Ms. Lo for finding a new location to relocate and continue her successful business
in Edina.
Motion by Commissioner Pierce, seconded by Commissioner Agnew, approving the
Grant Agreement with SKLO, LLC and authorizing staff to implement the terms of the
Agreement.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, and Hovland
Nay: Risser
Motion carried.
VIII. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMENTS — Received
VIIIA. STARLING RESTAURANT AT 9925 EDEN AVENUE - PROJECT UPDATE
VIII.B. SPARC PROGRAM - STATUS UPDATE
VIII.C. EDINA'S ELIGIBILITY FOR OPPORTUNITY ZONE 2.0 DESIGNATION
VIII.D. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRESS REPORT
IX. HRA MEMBER COMMENTS — Received
X ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Agnew, to adjourn
the meeting at 8:45 a.m.
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Scott Neal, Executive Director
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