--- ## author: Renee Eyrich date: D:20260806081227-05'00' --- There may be a quorum of the Belle Plaine City Council present at the meeting. 218 North Meridian St., P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Phone 952-873-5553 fax 952-873-5509 www.belleplainemn.gov ## BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ## NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA ## CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET ## PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE ## MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 ## 5:00 P.M. ## PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 5:00 ## P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. Roll Call. ## 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA. ## 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. 3.1. Regular Session Minutes of July 13, 2026. (Note: minutes of Joint Council/EDA Session of July 20, 2026 were approved by Council on August 3, 2026) ## 4. TREASURERS REPORT. 4.1. Approval of Bills. ## 5. BUSINESS. 5.1. 2027 EDA/HRA Budget ## 6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS. 6.1. Commissioner Comments. 6.2. Director’s Update. 6.3. Upcoming Meetings. 1. Regular Session, 5:00 pm, Monday, September 14, 2026. ## 7. ADJOURN. ## BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ## REGULAR MEETING ## JULY 13, 2026 ## PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. President Duklet led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. Roll Call. The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority met in Regular Session at 5:02 PM on Monday, July 8, 2026 at City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. President Duklet called the meeting to order with Commissioners Krant, Buck, and Fahey present. Commissioner Stacey, Cox and Evans were absent. Also present was Community Development Director Smith Strack. ## 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA. MOTION by Commissioner Krant, second by Commissioner Fahey, to approve the Agenda as presented. ## ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. 3.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 8, 2026. MOTION by Commissioner Fahey, second by Commissioner Krant, to approve the Regular Session Minutes of June 8, 2026. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED. ## 4. BUSINESS. 4.1. ROSE Loan Request: 115 Main Street East. Community Development Director Smith Strack reviewed the request from Nick Schmitt owner and ROSE Loan Request for 115 Main Street East. A brief discussion was held. MOTION by Commissioner Krant, second by Commissioner Fahey, to approve the ROSE Loan Request at 115 Main Street East. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED. 4.2. Updates. Community Development Director Smith Strack reviewed updates including: business survey results; food truck discussion, and EDA joint council meeting on July 20 th . ## 5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS. 5.1. Commissioner Comments. Commissioner Krant asked a clarification question on the July 20 th meeting time. 5.2. Director’s Update. Community Development Director Smith Strack highlighted the Director’s Update. 5.3. Upcoming Meetings. 1. Regular Session, 5:00 pm, Monday, August 10, 2026. The Commission was reminded of the next upcoming tentative meeting. ## Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority ## Regular Session July 13, 2026 UNAPPROVED Page 2 of 2 ## 7. ADJOURN. MOTION by Commissioner Buck, second by Commissioner Krant, to adjourn the meeting at 5:21 PM. ## ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED. ## Respectfully Submitted, ## Renee Eyrich ## Recording Secretary ## MEMORANDUM ## Economic Development Authority ## DATE: August 10, 2026 ## FROM: ## Cynthia Smith Strack, Community Development Director ## AGENDA ITEM: ## 4.1. Approve Payment of Claims ## BACKGROUND: The EDA approves accounts payable for the EDA Fund (801) and the HRA Fund (802). Below, please find claims from June and July 2026 for your consideration. ## ACTION: For approval via MOTION ## SIGNATURE: 1 ## MEMORANDUM ## Economic Development Authority ## DATE: August 10, 2026 ## FROM: ## Cynthia Smith Strack, Community Development Director ## AGENDA ITEM: ## 2027 EDA/HRA Budget ## REVIEW: Attached are proposed budgets for Fund 801 (EDA) and 802 (HRA). EDA/HRA revenue is mostly generated from a levy allowed under Mn. Statutes. The levy maximum is 0.0185% of estimated market value (for 2027 projected revenue is approximately $178K). The levy essentially caps the expenses related to EDA and HRA at that number. Current cash balances: ## EDA $192,000; HRA $105,000. Proposed budget notes: • Most expense categories are unchanged from 2026. Overall EDA reflects a significant decrease in expenses; however, that’s primarily due to EDA program funds being moved to HRA program funds for First Time Homebuyer Program. Absent the program change the proposed EDA budget would still be a few hundred dollars less than 2026. HRA budget reflects increased program expenses i.e. $20,000. • Wages and some wage associated expenses show a small proposed increase offset by lower benefit costs. Please note the wages line does not correlate directly with out of pocket expenses but also accommodates accrued benefit payout should staff change occur. • Program funds for EDA (801) business assistance are proposed to be set at approximately $15,000. Any surplus at year-end 2027 is envisioned for transfer to the City-Funded Revolving Loan Fund. Following is a starting point for discussion relating to business assistance programming. ## INCENTIVE 2025 2026 2027 ROSE Loan $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Non-Programmed $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 5,000 City funded Revolving Loan Fund* $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Xfer YE ’27 ## TOTAL EDA $ 35,000 $ 35,000 $ 15,000 ## HRA Rehab, Revitalization, Energy $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $10,000 Homebuyer/Non-Program - - $20,000 ## TOTAL HRA $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 20,000 * Established in 2022, current balance $50,000, forgivable component ## Program Guidelines: • ROSE loan guidelines standards attached. Does the EDA wish to adjust guidelines? • HRA rehab/energy efficiency program standards are attached. Does the EDA wish to adjust guidelines? ## ACTION: The EDA is to discuss the preliminary budget and 2027 programming. Following discussion a RESOLUTION is attached recommending Council authorize. ## SIGNATURE: 08/05/26 ## CITY OF BELLE PLAINE Page: 1 of 2 14:11:09 ## Revenue Budget Report -- MultiYear Actuals ## Report ID: B250 For the Year: 2027 ## 801 Economic Development Authority Current % Prelim. Budget Final % Old ## ---------------- A ctuals ----------------- Budget Rec. Budget Change Budget Budget ## Account 2023 2024 2025 2026 2026 2026 27 27 27 27 ------------------------------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---- ---------- ---------- ---------- ------ ## 31000 TAXES ## 31010 Property Tax Lev 127,201 155,376 157,082 80,577 161,154 50% 161,154 -12,444 148,710 92% ## 31059 TIF Application Fee 15,650 350 0 ***% __________ __________ 0 0% 31060 Abatement Application Fee 300 0 0% __________ __________ 0 0% ## 31061 Abatement Escrow 5,000 0 0% __________ __________ 0 0% Group: 132,501 171,0 26 157,082 80,927 161,154 50% 161,154 -12,444 148,710 92% ## 32000 LICENSES AND PERMITS ## 32100 General Admin 600 7,084 0% 7,084 -7,084 0 0% ## Group: 600 7,084 0% 7,084 -7,084 0 0% ## 36000 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES ## 36210 Interest Earning 1,982 4,164 4,714 1,920 529 363% 529 __________ 529 100% ## 36211 Interest Earning/MVA 534 650 583 0 0% __________ __________ 0 0% Group: 2,516 4,8 14 5,297 1,920 529 363% 529 0 529 100% ## 39000 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 39200 Transfers 10,000 0 0% __________ __________ 0 0% Group: 10,000 0 0% 0 0 0 0% Fund: 145,017 175,8 40 162,979 82,847 168,767 49% 168,767 -19,528 149,239 88% 08/05/26 ## CITY OF BELLE PLAINE Page: 1 of 2 14:13:19 Expendit ## ure Budget Report -- MultiYear Actuals ## Report ID: B240 For the Year: 2027 ## 801 Economic Development Authority Current % Prelim. Budget Final % Old ---------------- ## Actuals ----------------- Budget Exp. Budget ## Changes Budget Budget Account Object 2023 2024 2025 2026 2026 2026 27 27 27 27 -------------------------------- ---------- ------- --- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---- --------- - ---------- ---------- ------ 460500 Development101100 Office Staff Salary 7,518 7, 355 7,846 4,700 8,532 55% 8,53 2 619 9,151 107% 101110 Director Salary 64,559 70, 237 57,861 32,462 67,332 48% 67,33 2 2,358 69,690 104% 108000 Per Diem 2,300 2, 900 2,600 2,000 4,200 48% 4,20 0 __________ 4,200 100% 121000 Pera Deduction &Benefit 5,329 5, 870 4,848 2,880 5,690 51% 5,69 0 224 5,914 104% 121100 Payroll Taxes Employer Sh 5,476 5, 898 5,007 2,832 5,804 49% 5,80 4 228 6,032 104% ## 121200 MN Paid Leave Tax Employe 154 334 46% 33 4 13 347 104% 131000 Health Insurance 15,185 10, 743 9,938 6,112 16,366 37% 16,36 6 -2,970 13,396 82% 151000 Workers Compensation 760 743 346 1,650 0% 1,65 0 __________ 1,650 100% 201000 Office Supplies 244 112 139 500 0% 50 0 __________ 500 100% 202000 Copy Expense 1,118 2, 354 2,273 869 1,200 72% 1,20 0 __________ 1,200 100% 207000 Education/Training/Conven 778 1, 246 848 872 1,000 87% 1,00 0 __________ 1,000 100% 208000 General Supplies 24 222 24 500 0% 50 0 __________ 500 100% 304000 Legal Fees 1,884 2, 993 408 2,000 20% 2,00 0 __________ 2,000 100% 311000 Consulting Fees 7,100 28, 360 1,656 10,000 17% 10,00 0 __________ 10,000 100% 321000 Telephone 1,107 388 383 223 1,080 21% 1,08 0 __________ 1,080 100% 322000 Postage 366 464 480 366 500 73% 50 0 __________ 500 100% ## 331000 Travel Expense 250 0% 25 0 __________ 250 100% 343000 Marketing & Promotions 4,608 323 515 713 1,000 71% 1,00 0 __________ 1,000 100% 351000 Publications 156 250 0% 25 0 __________ 250 100% 361000 General Liability 704 710 693 731 0% 73 1 __________ 731 100% 384000 Refuse Disposal 250 250 150 250 0% 25 0 __________ 250 100% 407420 Imprv Grants/Loan 20,000 16, 920 10,560 1,500 35,748 4% 35,74 8 -20,000 15,748 44% 433000 Dues & Subscriptions 160 250 0% 25 0 __________ 250 100% ## 435000 Resource Supplies 100 0% 10 0 __________ 100 100% ## 437000 Refunds/ Reimbursements 663 0 0% _________ _ __________ 0 0% ## 570000 Office Equipment 500 0% 50 0 __________ 500 100% 575000 Computer Equipment/Maint, 1,928 2, 425 2,573 1,814 3,000 60% 3,00 0 __________ 3,000 100% ## 739200 Transfer To Fund 10,000 10,000 0 ***% _________ _ __________ 0 0% Account: 141,394 161, 336 117,084 69,561 168,767 41% 168,76 7 -19,528 149,239 88% Fund: 141,394 161, 336 117,084 69,561 168,767 41% 168,76 7 -19,528 149,239 88% % 08/05/26 ## CITY OF BELLE PLAINE Page: 2 of 2 14:11:09 Revenu ## e Budget Report -- MultiYear Actuals ## Report ID: B250 For the Year: 2027 ## 802 Housing Redevelope Authority Current % Prelim. Budget Final % Old ---------------- ## Actuals ----------------- Budget Rec. Budget ## Change Budget Budget Account 2023 2024 2025 2026 2026 2026 27 27 27 27 ------------------------------- ---------- ------- --- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---- --------- - ---------- ---------- ------ 31000 TAXES 31010 Property Tax Lev 2,952 3, 171 5,350 4,211 8,422 50% 8,42 2 21,228 29,650 352% Group: 2,952 3, 171 5,350 4,211 8,422 50% 8,42 2 21,228 29,650 352% 36000 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES 36210 Interest Earning 2,586 4, 311 3,596 1,228 500 246% 50 0 __________ 500 100% 36211 Interest Earning/MVA 499 450 341 0 0% _________ _ __________ 0 0% Group: 3,085 4, 761 3,937 1,228 500 246% 50 0 0 500 100% Fund: 6,037 7, 932 9,287 5,439 8,922 61% 8,92 2 21,228 30,150 338% Grand Total: 151,054 183, 772 172,266 88,286 177,689 177,68 9 1,700 179,389 08/05/26 ## CITY OF BELLE PLAINE Page: 2 of 2 14:13:19 Expendit ## ure Budget Report -- MultiYear Actuals ## Report ID: B240 For the Year: 2027 ## 802 Housing Redevelope Authority Current % Prelim. Budget Final % Old ---------------- ## Actuals ----------------- Budget Exp. Budget ## Changes Budget Budget Account Object 2023 2024 2025 2026 2026 2026 27 27 27 27 -------------------------------- ---------- ------- --- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---- --------- - ---------- ---------- ------ ## 460500 Development304000 Legal Fees 100 0% 10 0 __________ 100 100% 322000 Postage 112 50 224% 5 0 __________ 50 100% 407410 Incentive Programs 4,554 10, 000 6,944 3,414 10,000 34% 10,00 0 20,000 30,000 300% 407440 Housing Rental Rehab & Im 28,940 22, 030 0 0% _________ _ __________ 0 0% 433000 Dues & Subscriptions 50 0% 5 0 -50 0 0% Account: 33,494 32, 030 6,944 3,526 10,200 35% 10,20 0 19,950 30,150 296% Fund: 33,494 32, 030 6,944 3,526 10,200 35% 10,20 0 19,950 30,150 296% % Grand Total: 174,888 193, 366 124,028 73,087 178,967 178,96 7 422 179,389 ## BPEDA RESTORATION, OPPORTUNITY, SUSTAINABILITY, ## AND ENTERPRISE PROGRAM The Belle Plaine EDA’s Restoration, Opportunity, Sustainability, and Enterprise (ROSE) Program provides financial support for improvements to commercial properties in our community. Qualifying improvements must be visible from public streets and sidewalks and must result in credible and lasting value for the property. The program further supports retaining and restoring important features of historic structures, although not all projects need to be historic in nature to qualify. Through the ROSE Program, property owners and business operators may receive forgivable loans provided the projects and activities meet the designated criteria. Forgivable loans may be granted from 20% - 50% of eligible project costs depending on the nature of the project itself, with higher-value projects meeting all criteria receiving a greater match. ## PURPOSE The purpose of the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority Restoration, Opportunity, Sustainability, and Enterprise Program is to promote externally re cognizable physical improvement(s) to business properties resulting in: 1. Redevelopment, development, or expansion of existing structures. 2. Removal, prevention, or reduction in blighting conditions. 3. Maintenance or enhancement of property value. ## ELIGIBLE PROJECTS 1. The following are eligible for program consideration on a dollar for dollar property owner to loan match basis (i.e. $1 property owner match for every $1 of loan). Projects with higher applicant participation are encouraged. A. Building additions and new construction that is consistent with the zoning code and approved by the Design Committee. B. New or replacement of awnings employed for building enhancement purposes as opposed to signage for a building tenant. The EDA may consider lettering or signage on awnings dependent on factors such as length in business and occupancy history. C. New or substantial improvement of building entrances such as the addition of porticos or larger storefront windows/doors. D. Building adornment improvements or building upgrades reminiscent of historical building construction. E. Placement or replacement of higher quality exterior building materials defined as brick, marble, granite, natural stone, textured cement stucco, artificial stucco, artificial stone, brick veneer, and stone veneer. F. Repointing of mortar and brick repair of structures deemed by the BPEDA to be of 2 potential historical significance. G. Repair or replacement stucco. H. Expansion of street level building openings (i.e. windows, doors) in the Central Business District. 2. Capital or material expenses associated with the following are eligible for program consideration on a property owner to loan ratio of $3:$1 basis (i.e. $3 property owner match required for every $1 ROSE loan). A. Signage consistent with City Code standards. 3. Capital or material expenses associated with the following are eligible for program consideration on a property owner to loan ratio of $5:$1 basis (i.e. $5 match required for every $1 loan). A. Re-roofing. B. Painting. C. Residing. D. Replacement of existing windows and/or doors with new windows and/or doors within the same openings. E. Landscaping, including planters and baskets. 4. Costs associated with the following activities may constitute fifty percent (50%) or less of the required applicant match but are not eligible for loan funding. A. Changing of awnings due to tenant or occupancy change. B. Signage. C. Relocation of window and/or doors. D. Interior physical improvements to the structure. E. HVAC, electrical, and mechanical upgrades F. Building acquisition. G. Trash or mechanical enclosures. H. Access improvements required under the Americans with Disabilities Act. 5. Projects including a combination of match components (i.e. $1:$1, $5:$1, and 50% applicant match) shall be reviewed concurrently as a single project with individual match component requirements applied. ## INELIGIBLE PROJECTS The following do not constitute eligible activities: 1. Sweat equity. 2. Activities including a reduction in window/door openings in the Central 3 Business District. 3. Activities not consistent with the City Code and/or Building Code as may from time to time be amended. 4. Activities proposed by Applicants who are not in good standing with the City. For example, Applicants who have past-due utility bills, delinquent property tax payment(s), delinquent assessments, unresolved building permit issues, non- current rental licenses, and similar issues 5. Activities on property owned by individuals who are not in good standing with the City. For example, property owners who have past-due utility bills, delinquent property tax payments, delinquent assessments, unresolved building permit issues, non-current rental licenses, and similar issues. ## DURATION Loans may be made under these p olicies to the extent that funds are available as allocat ed by the City Council on an annual basis. ## NATURE OF LOANS 1. Maximum Loan Amount and Term. A. For projects with a building permit value of less than $10,000 the maximum amount for the loan is $1,500 and the term is one year. B. Projects with a building permit value of $10,000 or more may be eligible for an additional $1,500 for every $10,000 in building permit value. The loan term will be calculated as one (1) year per each $1,500 in loan proceeds, rounded up with $1,500 forgiven each year. 2. Maximum Number of Loans. A. One per structure per calendar year, and B. One outstanding loan per structure, and C. One outstanding loan per Applicant, defined as individual owners, partnership s, corporations, tenant operators, or contract for deed purchasers of property and building within the City of B elle Plaine. 3. Required property owner match may be in the form of equity or a loan from a lender provided the lender is not the City of Belle Plaine or the BPEDA. ## LOAN APPROVAL PROCESS Loan applications will be accepted year-round and reviewed as followed: 1. The Application shall be signed by the owner of the subject property. The Applicant may be the property owner or property lessee. 2. The Applicant shall complete and submit an application on a form approved by the ## BPEDA. 4 3. The Applicant shall provide required information as directed. Required information may include estimates from contractors, material/color samples, site or building plan drawings or illustrations, and other pertinent information. 4. Staff will review each loan application and make a recommendation to the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority (BPEDA). The BPEDA will review the request. The BPEDA may approve the full loan amount requested, approve of a portion of the loan amount requested, or deny the request. Loan disbursements shall be approved by resolution of the City Council. If the BPEDA denies the loan request no City Council action is required. 5. The Applicant shall execute a promissory note prior to loan disbursement. 6. The following criteria will be used to evaluate the loan application: A. Whether or not the required applicant match is met. Projects including a larger applicant match than required will receive priority consideration. Projects not meeting the required match will not be considered. B. The extent to which the project will promote retention of existing businesses or promote the establishment of new businesses. C. The overall cost of the project and the resulting increase in estimated market value. Projects with higher overall costs and/or projects resulting in higher estimated market value increases will receive priority consideration. D. The extent to which the project utilizes local contractors, suppliers, vendors, professionals, and/or financial institutions. Projects using more local resources will receive priority consideration. E. Whether or not the project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and zoning code. Projects not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan or zoning code will not be considered unless appropriate action is taken to remedy the inconsistency (e.g. Comprehensive Plan amendment, variance issued, rezoning, etc). 7. Application Review/Decision Timeline. Applications will be accepted on a year-round basis. Applications shall be reviewed as follows: A. Applications for projects of $10,000 or more in projected costs as evidenced by a signed estimate from a professional contractor(s) will be considered on a monthly basis. B. Applications for projects less than $10,000 in projected costs as evidenced by a signed estimate from a professional contractor(s) will be considered on a quarterly basis (March, June, September, December). The City may require additional estimates from professional contractors to validate project costs. C. Applications shall be reviewed based on merit of the project as defined by the established review criteria and not dependent on the date a completed application was received. ## APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY 5 Applicants may be individual owners, partnership s, corporations, tenant operators, or contract for deed purchasers of property and building within the City of B elle Plaine, but must provide all documentation of entity status requested in the application form. Tenant operators shall be co-applicants for the Façade Improvement Loan Program together with fee owners of subject real property. The Applicant’s property must be of conforming use or a legal non-confor ming use under the Belle Plaine Zoning Ordinance. ## PAYMENT OF LOAN If a building permit is r equired, it must be obtained concurrently with applicat ion for loan funds. The proposed impro vements must be appro ved by the Design Committee prior to approval of funding and commencement of the project. The Applicant must submit the invoice or b ill (or copy) for the improvement to the Community Development D irector. The City will process a check for one-half of the amount of the bill up to the maximum loan amount. The check will be forwarded directly to the company or the vendor of the product. Under no circumstances will the Applicant be directly reimbursed for work done, n or will work completed prior to approval of the application be allowed to qualify for the loan funds, unless approved by the EDA with reasonable justif ication by the Applicant as deemed necessary by the Commission. ## REPAYMENT OF LOAN The amount of the loan (without interest) will be due and payable to the Belle Plaine EDA one (1) year f ollowing the distribution of loan funds. If, however, the business to which the loan was granted remains in business in the impro ved building one (1) year f ollowing the distr ibution of loan funds or the Applicant tr ansfers ownership to another entity that maintains the business in the improved building for at least one (1) year following the distr ibution of loan funds, the loan shall be forgiven by the Belle Plaine EDA. For loans with terms exceeding one year, the loan amount shall be forgiven by $1,500 per year. ## CONFLICT OF INTEREST The applicant shall s ubmit the name(s) or the owner(s), shareholder(s), partner(s), sole pr oprietor, corporation member(s), or other person(s) or business(es) with any financial interest in the proj ect and its financing in order to preclude any conflict of inter est in the loan review and approval process. ## RIGHT TO DENY The BPEDA reserves the right to deny any application based on written review criteria, written policy, and/or limited program funds. ## TIMELINE The project shall be completed within six (6) months of loan approval, however, a one-time additional six (6) month extension may be approved by the BPEDA upon written request of the loan Applicant. Failure to complete the project within the required timeline shall result in complete cancellation of loan approval without action of the EDA. ## Proposed Activity ## Required Property Owner ## to Loan* Match ## Investment Rationale Building additions & new construction consistent with zoning code & approved by the DC$1:$1 New awnings$1:$1 Replacement awnings structural $1:$1 New or substantial improvement of building entrances, e.g. porticos or expanded windows$1:$1 Building adornment improvements reminiscent of historical building construction$1:$1 Building upgrades reminiscent of historical building construction$1:$1 Placement/Replacement high quality exterior building materials$1:$1 Repointing, structures of potential historical significance$1:$1 Brick repair, structures of potential historical significance$1:$1 Repair of stucco $1:$1 Replacement of stucco$1:$1 Expansion of street level building openings (i.e. windows, doors) in the CBD$1:$1 Signage - must meet sign code standards; must complete design review if needed$3:$1 $3 owner to $1 grant ratio ## Re-roofing$5:$1 ## Painting$5:$1 ## Residing$5:$1 Replacement of existing windows and/or doors with new windows/doors in same openings$5:$1 Landscaping, including planters and baskets$5:$1 Changing of awnings due to tenant or occupancy change May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Relocation of windows and/or doors May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Interior physical improvements to the structure May constitute ≤ 50% of local match HVAC, electrical, and mechanical upgrades May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Building acquisition May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Trash or mechanical enclosures May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Access improvements required under the Americans with Disabilities Act May constitute ≤ 50% of local match Sweat equity Not eligible for program Activities including a reduction in window/door openings in the Central Business DistrictNot eligible for program Activities not consistent with City and/or Building CodeNot eligible for program Activities proposed by applicants not in good standing with the CityNot eligible for program Activities on property owned by persons not in good standing with the CityNot eligible for program * Maximum loan typically $1,500 ## TheCity/EDAfindsthesetypesof activitiesarenotappropriatefor investmentundertherestoration, opportunity,sustainability,and enterprise grant program. ## RESTORATION, OPPORTUNITY, SUSTAINABILITY & ENTERPRISE PROGRAM ## TheCity/EDAprioritizesprojects whichresultincredibleandlasting improvementsvisiblefrompublic streetsandsidewalks.TheCity/EDA alsoprioritizesprojectsretainingand restoringimportantfeaturesof historicstructures.Assuchprojects involvingtheseactivitiesareofa higherpriorityforgrantdollars. Largerprojectsresultingin increases in tax value are preferred. ## TheCity/EDArecognizesbuilding maintenance&beautificationefforts arevaluable.Assuchmajor maintenance&landscapingprojects are eligible for program funds. ## TheCity/EDArecognizesvaluein certainactivitiesthat,whenpaired witheligibleactivities,increasethe valueofa project.Projectsinvolving ancillaryactivitiesmayconstitutea portionoftherequiredlocalproperty ownermatchbutarenoteligiblefor grant dollars. ## BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ## RESTORATION, OPPORTUNITY, SUSTAINABILITY AND ENTERPRISE (ROSE) PROGRAM ## APPLICATION FOR FUNDS ## Company Information: Name of Business: ______________________________________________________ ## Current Address: ________________________________________________________ ## Telephone: ______________________ E-mail____________________ ## Primary Contact Person: __________________________________________________ Title: _________________________________ Telephone: _________________________________ Nature of Business: _____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ## Form of Business Organization: ## CD Purchaser Tenant Operator Other______________ ## Sole Proprietorship Limited Partnership __________________ ## Partnership Corporation (Cooperative) ## Number of Employees: Total: ________ Full-Time: ________ Part-Time: _________ ## Property Owner(s): ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Number of years in businesses in Belle Plaine: _______________________________ ## Project Description: Briefly describe the nature of the project: ____________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ ## Approximate Amount Requested: __________________________________________ Attach copies of all quotes/estimates for proposed work, at least two contractors shall submit quotes. ## Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority ## ROSE Policy and Application Page 2 Funds to be used for: ___________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Is the proposed building a conforming use or legal non-conforming use under the City of Belle Plaine’s Zoning Ordinance? ## Yes No What is the estimated completion date for the project?: _________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ I have read, understand, and agree to comply with the Policy for the ROSE Loan Program of the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority and the City of Belle Plaine. ________________________________ ## Applicant Signature ________________________________ ## Applicant Name (printed) ________________________________ ## Property Owner Signature ________________________________ ## Property Owner Signature ________________________________ ## Date ## For Office Use Only: Invoice submitted: ______________ Reviewed by: ________ Approved: ________ Amount: ___________ Denied: ________ ## Date Paid: ___________ ## Reviewed by Design Committee Approved: ___________ Denied: ___________ ## Belle Plaine Housing Redevelopment Authority (HRA) ## RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM ## 2025 POLICY AND PROCEDURES ## Purpose The purpose of the Façade and Energy Efficiency Improvement Grant Program is to encourage energy efficiency, renovation, and/or rehabilitation of existing housing stock located within the City of Belle Plaine with façade and/or energy efficient improvements. Homeowners of low or moderate income may annually apply for assistance under this grant program in an amount of up to $1,000 in matching funds. ## Goal Reduce blight in residential neighborhoods in the City by providing assistance to persons with low or moderate incomes for the purpose of renovating or rehabilitating existing homes with façade and/or energy efficient improvements. ## Availability Each applicant may apply for up to $1,000 in assistance under this grant program by submitting the attached application to the HRA. Homeowners will be required to provide matching funds for the renovation or rehabilitation. Administrative staff will review the grant applications approve the amount of the final grant to the extent funds are available. The Façade and Energy Efficient Improvement Grant Program will be administered under written policy and procedures to the extent funds are allocated and available to the grant program by the HRA Board. The grant program will be funded in the amount specified in the applicable annual budget as approved by the City Council. ## Applicant Eligibility Grants under this program are available to owners of single family homes and multi-family residential projects that are located within the City of Belle Plaine (including persons who have a property interest in a home or multi-family residential project pursuant to a contract for deed). Applicants must apply for the Façade and ## Energy Efficient Improvement Grant Program by completing the attached application and providing evidence that the improvements to be made are related to a façade improvement and/or energy efficient improvement. In addition, owners of single family homes must satisfy the income criteria set forth below or provide evidence of blight on their properties. Owners of multi- family residential projects must provide evidence of blight on their properties. ## Low or Moderate Income In order to obtain a grant under this grant program, owners of single family homes must provide evidence that he or she is of low or moderate income (or provide evidence of blight on their properties, as described below), as determined by the Low (80%) Income Limits for Scott County, Minnesota, reported annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il.html ## Blight Findings In order to obtain a grant under this grant program, owners of multi-family residential building must provide evidence of blight on their properties. Blight determinations shall be made by Community Development Department staff, based on communications with the owner of the multi-family residential building and in-person review of the building sites. A "blighted area" means any area with buildings or improvements which, by reason of dilapid ation, obsolescence, overcrowding, faulty arrangement or design, lack of ventilation, light, and sanitary facilities, excessive land coverage, deleterious land use, or obsolete layout, or any combination of these or other factors, are detrimental to the safety, health, morals, or welfare of the community. ## Eligible Uses for Grant Funds Proposed improvements must conform to the City of Belle Plaine’s Zoning Ordinance. Eligible improvements include façade or energy efficient improvements such as replacement windows, replacement doors, re-roofing, residing, masonry repair, foundation repair, water heaters, HVAC units, and furnaces. Solar energy panels or other energy efficient heating and cooling mechanisms are also eligible improvements. Painting, landscaping, and lighting may be considered providing additional eligible activities are proposed. All labor and design costs are reimbursable with grant proceeds. Labor must be incurred through the work of a qualified contractor, and does not include sweat equity. All energy efficient improvements must satisfy the energy efficiency requirements on file with the EDA, which are based on energy efficiency provisions of the State of Minnesota building code. ## Emerald Ash Borer Tree Replacement The HRA finds Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) poses a significant threat to the urban tree canopy including reduction in the number of healthy trees. EAB tree loss has direct economic, environmental, and energy efficiency impacts. Removal of Ash trees combined with replacement of Ash trees removed is an eligible use of grant funds. Applicants must meet income requirements herein, however, a property owner match is not required. Maximum grant is $500 per year. Documentation of Ash tree removal is required. Replacement trees size shall be approximately 2” in diameter. Seedlings and balled/burlapped trees are not eligible. Tree species and planting location are subject to code requirements. ## When Payment Made If an applicant is provided a grant under this program, the grant will be paid once the applicant provides the HRA with all invoices for the work completed by a qualified contractor or equipment purchased. The HRA will process payment for one-half the amount of the invoices, with a maximum amount of the grant awarded. No invoices for work completed prior to the award of the grant will be reimbursed with grant funds. Such invoices must be submitted to the EDA within one year of the award of the grant under this program. ## Right to Deny The Belle Plaine HRA has the right to deny any application based on its discretion. ## City of Belle Plaine Community Development Dept. 2025 ## 218 N. Meridian Street Phone: 952-873-5553 ## P.O. Box 129 Fax: 952-873-5509 ## Belle Plaine, MN 56011 www.belleplainemn.com ## RESIDENTIAL FAÇADE & ENERGY EFFICIENT ## IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION (Matching Grant) ## Date of Application: ## APPLICANT Name: Phone: ## Address: ## E-Mail: ## SUBJECT HOME Address: ## Belle Plaine, MN ## P.I.N: ## Year Constructed: Lot Number: Block Number: Subdivision: Is home in or potentially in violation of any city ordinance? Y N Violation: WORK DESCRIPTION: (Describe energy efficient improvements, attach documentation of energy standards) ## POTENTIAL COMPLETION DATE: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ## APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO CONDUCTING ANY WORK AND MUST INCLUDE: □ Applicant must show 2024 tax return as proof of income. □ Documentation showing improvements meet energy efficient standards (include make/model of materials). □ Detailed estimate of work to be performed. □ Photo(s) of subject property showing blight conditions and where improvements are to be made. □ Building permit obtained, if required. *IMPORTANT: Upon project completion, all proof of payments in full must be submitted to Community Development Department staff prior to receiving grant payment. I have read and understand the Policy for the Residential Façade and Energy Efficient Improvement Grant Program of the Belle Plaine Housing and Redevelopment Authority. ## SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT:___________________________________________ DATE:_______________________ ## OFFICE USE ONLY ## Date Application Received: Project Completion Date: □ Income meets requirements □ Attached proof of purchase(s) □ Improvements meet energy efficiency requirements □ Building permit completed and closed □ Zoning ordinance compliant □ Building permit issued Permit # □ Permit not required to conduct work □ Reimbursement check issued ## □ Approved Amount: $ □ Denied Issue Date: ## Comments:________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ## Building Official or Designee: Date: ## Zoning Administrator or Designee: Date: ## BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ## RESOLUTION NO. 26-04 ## RESOLUTION APPROVING PRELIMINARY 2027 BUDGET AND ## RECOMMENDING AUTHORIZATION TO CITY COUNCIL WHEREAS, The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority was established on November 19, 1990 by City Council Resolution 90-40; and, WHEREAS, the establishing resolution requires that prior to September 1 st of each year the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority shall send its budget to the City Council; and, WHEREAS, the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority exercises Housing and Redevelopment Authority powers; and, WHEREAS, the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority has reviewed a preliminary budget for fiscal year 2027. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Commissioners (the “Board”) of the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority (the “Authority”), as follows: 1. A budget in the amount $179,389 is hereby approved and authorized for submittal to the Belle Plaine City Council. 2. EDA (801) Programs are funded as follows: a. BPEDA Restoration, Opportunity, Sustainability, and Enterprise Program (ROSE): $10,000 b. Non-Programmed: $5,000 c. In the event a surplus exists in Fund 801 at fiscal year-end 2027, it shall be transferred to the City Funded Revolving Loan Fund. 3. HRA (802) Programs are funded as follows: a. Residential Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency Improvement Grant Program: $10,000 ## b. Non-Programmed/First Time Homebuyers Program: $20,000 This resolution shall be effective as of the date hereof. Approved by the Board of Commissioners of the Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority this 10th day of August, 2026. ## BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC ## DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY _______________________________ ## Sarah Duklet, EDA President ## ATTEST _____________________________________________ ## Cynthia Smith Strack, Community Development Director Page 1 of 1 ## MEMORANDUM ## Economic Development Authority ## DATE: August 10, 2026 ## FROM: ## Cynthia Smith Strack, Community Development Director ## AGENDA ITEM: ## Director’s Update ## REPORT: ## Design Committee The Design did not meet in August. ## Planning Commission The Planning Commission and EDA met with Council on August 3 rd . ## Other • 2050 Comprehensive Plan update • Physical profile mapping ## • Attended Scott County CDA Strategic Plan Visioning Session • Closing on city property sale • Zoning information/assistance to three commercial entities • Code review (zoning) assistance for building/zoning permits • City communications • Compile information for Scott County Housing and ## Commercial/Industrial Studies • Discussions with residential developer • LAHA grant request • Metro Council grant request • Pre-TIF application coordination/review • HRA first time home buyer programming ## SIGNATURE: