--- ## author: Sandy Petrowski date: D:20260507124538-05'00' --- ## 1) CALL TO ORDER ## 2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3) ROLL CALL (Members: D. Clarksean, K. Geroux, A. Heidemann, P. Knier, K. Knodle, K. Parsons, J. Rohrbeck) ## 4) ADOPT AGENDA ## 5) APPROVE BLEDA MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 2026 ## 6) BLEDA BUSINESS ITEMS ## 6A. City-owned Lots on Highway 25 and Pleasant Avenue ## 6B. City Ordinance Feedback Discussion ## 6C. BLEDA Strategic Plan Discussion 6D. BLEDA Financial Report and List of Claims for April 2026 ## 6E. Community Development Department Update ## 7) OTHER ## 8) ADJOURN Disclaimer: This agenda has been prepared to provide information regarding the upcoming meeting of the Big Lake Economic Development Authority. This document does not claim to be complete and is subject to change. Notice of City Council Quorum: A quorum of the City Council members may be present at this meeting. No action will be taken by the Council. ## AGENDA ## BIG LAKE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING ## COUNCIL CHAMBERS ## MAY 11, 2026 5:30 p.m. ## AGENDA ITEM ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Prepared By: ## Lisa Miller, BLEDA Secretary ## Meeting Date: 05/11/2026 Item No. 5 ## Item Description: ## April 13, 2026 BLEDA Regular Meeting Minutes ## Reviewed By: Marie Popp, BLEDA Executive Director ## Reviewed By: N/A ## ACTION REQUESTED Approve the April 13, 2026, Big Lake Economic Development Authority (BLEDA) Regular Meeting Minutes as presented. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION The April 13, 2026, BLEDA Regular Meeting Minutes are attached for review. ## ATTACHMENTS ## April 13, 2026, BLEDA Regular Meeting Minutes ## Big Lake BLEDA Meeting Minutes Date: APRIL 13, 2026 Page 1 of 5 ## - DRAFT MINUTES - ## NOT YET APPROVED ## BIG LAKE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ## MEETING MINUTES ## MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026 ## 1. CALL TO ORDER President Alan Heidemann called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. ## 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. ## 3. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Ken Geroux, Alan Heidemann, Paul Knier, Kristopher Knodle, Kathryn Parsons, and Jake Rohrbeck. Commissioners absent: Donna Clarksean. Also present: BLEDA Executive Director Marie Popp, City Administrator Hanna Klimmek, BLEDA Assistant Treasurer Deb Wegeleben and BLEDA Secretary Lisa Miller. ## 4. ADOPT AGENDA Commissioner Rohrbeck motioned to adopt the proposed Agenda with the addition of item No. 6E. Big Lake Pizza Factory, Inc. Revolving Loan Fund Change of Applicant to RM Specialties LLC. Seconded by Commissioner Geroux, unanimous ayes, Agenda adopted. ## 5. APPROVE BLEDA MINUTES OF MARCH 16, 2026 Commissioner Knier motioned to approve the BLEDA minutes of March 16, 2026, as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck. Motion passed with a vote of 4:1 with Commissioners Heidemann, Knier, Knodle, Parsons and Rohrbeck voting aye, and Commissioner Geroux abstaining. Motion carried. ## 6A. PIZZA FACTORY LEASE TERMINATION AMENDMENT Marie Popp discussed the City of Big Lake and the Big Lake Pizza Factory entered into a Purchase Agreement for the former Jerky Shoppe Property at 616 Rose Drive. With the Purchase Agreement, BLEDA entered into a lease termination agreement with the Big Lake Pizza Factory, which is directly connected to the purchase agreement and property closing timelines. The Big Lake Pizza Factory has requested the Purchase Agreement be assigned to another entity. Popp explained because of this change, BLEDA is recommended to approve an ## Big Lake BLEDA Meeting Minutes Date: APRIL 13, 2026 Page 2 of 5 ## - DRAFT MINUTES - ## NOT YET APPROVED amendment to the termination agreement that acknowledges the assignment to another entity. Big Lake Pizza Factory will still be the occupant of the 616 Rose Drive property, but through a lease with an entity, RM Specialties, also owned by the same individual. Commissioner Knier motioned to approve the Amendment to the Lease Termination Agreement with Big Lake Pizza Factory Inc. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## 6B. REVOLVING LOAN FUND POLICY UPDATE Popp discussed, during the March BLEDA meeting, a revolving loan fund request from a local non-profit was reviewed. The existing loan policy was not clear on non-profits eligibility to utilize the loan funds. After reviewing the policy and Sherburne County’s policy, BLEDA’s consensus was to adopt language similar to Sherburne County’s stating non-profits may be eligible under extraordinary circumstances but are not otherwise normally eligible. Staff has included new language under the “eligible businesses” section of the Revolving Loan Policy. Commissioner Knier noted one stipulation was job creation and asked what the second stipulation was. Popp explained applicants must demonstrate adequate loan security, as there would be no personal guarantee due to their organizational structure. The policy includes general language requiring proof of loan security. Wegeleben added nonprofits may have a board member who could provide a personal guarantee for the loan. Commissioner Geroux motioned to adopt the Revolving Loan Fund Policy edits relating to non- profit eligibility. Seconded by Commissioner Parsons unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## 6C. BLEDA FINANCIAL REPORT AND LIST OF CLAIMS FOR MARCH 2026 Deb Wegeleben reviewed the BLEDA financial report and list of claims for March 2026. Commissioner Knier motioned to approve the BLEDA Financial Report and List of Claims for March 2026. Seconded by Commissioner Geroux unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## 6D. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT UPDATE ## Popp reviewed the Community Development Department update. Prairie Meadows 5 th ## Addition (formerly Parkwood Knolls) was given a 6-month extension to the preliminary plat by Council. The applicant will need to submit an application for final plat to move forward with the development. Popp shared staff continues to receive inquiries on residential, commercial and industrial projects. There are two upcoming annexations for The Shores of Elk River and Dellwood Land Development. Popp also shared there were general code housekeeping items ## Big Lake BLEDA Meeting Minutes Date: APRIL 13, 2026 Page 3 of 5 ## - DRAFT MINUTES - ## NOT YET APPROVED updated, and the Shoreland/R5 sections will be reviewed in April and May by the Planning Commissions and City Council. Lastly, first-round Community Development Technician interviews were held on April 8, 2026. Second-round interviews are currently underway, and a decision is expected by the end of the week. Commissioner Knier asked whether the code housekeeping items represented the final set of cleanups. Popp responded staff has identified additional sections of the code that should be revisited, including the nuisance section, which will require attorney involvement due to related state statutes. Park land dedication requirements will also need updated language to align with statutory provisions. Klimmek noted conducting a housekeeping review once a year is standard practice. Knier asked when residential developments are expected to break ground. Popp stated The Shores of Elk River intends to begin work in 2026, with other developments aiming for the same timeline. Depending on applications submitted for Prairie Meadows 5th, that area also has the potential to move forward. Popp discussed projects still in the concept plan phase will likely not begin until 2027. Knier asked whether recent code revisions have helped speed up the development process. Geroux responded they likely have not had a significant impact on the development side, and Popp agreed. Knier noted that the update mentioned continued strong commercial interest and asked whether the City is well-positioned in terms of available properties. Popp explained availability is partly dependent on site size, as some parcels are relatively small. She noted a site near Casey’s, just south of the future AutoZone location, is currently owned by the State of Minnesota and is expected to be listed for sale in 2026. Popp added she has received inquiries regarding the status of that property. She also shared there is interest in the Marketplace area on the east side of town; however, the interest seems to be seeking locations closer to the downtown area. Knier asked whether any prospective businesses have been turned away due to a lack of available sites. Popp responded that they have not. She noted recent inquiries have primarily focused on the scope of proposed projects and what the city is looking to develop. Knier stated he has always believed the city can help anyone and asked whether that remains the case. Popp confirmed that it does. ## 6E. BIG LAKE PIZZA FACTORY, INC. REVOLVING LOAN FUND CHANGE OF APPLICANT TO ## RM SPECIALTIES, LLC Popp discussed During the January 12, 2026, BLEDA meeting, a revolving loan fund request from Big Lake Pizza Factory Inc. was approved. Since the time of loan approval, the applicant has continued working with their primary lender on the full financing package to purchase and renovate the building at 616 Rose Drive, Big Lake MN (site). Big Lake Pizza Factory is still planning on operating at the site through a lease with a different legal entity owning the building. Both entities are owned by the same individual. The owner has requested the financing package be transferred from Big Lake Pizza Factory, Inc to RM Specialties, LLC. ## Big Lake BLEDA Meeting Minutes Date: APRIL 13, 2026 Page 4 of 5 ## - DRAFT MINUTES - ## NOT YET APPROVED Commissioner Knier motioned to repeal the Revolving Loan approval for Big Lake Pizza Factory, Inc. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck unanimous ayes, motion carried. Commissioner Geroux motioned to approve the Revolving Loan for RM Specialties, LLC., with the same terms and conditions as the prior Big Lake Pizza Factory, Inc., loan. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## 7. OTHER Motion made by Commissioner Knier to recess the regular meeting at 5:46 p.m. to go to Closed Session for item No. 8. Consider the Sale of Property Parcel No. 65-00403-0430 allowed per MN Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3c3. Seconded by Commissioner Parsons, unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## 8. CLOSED SESSION – CONSIDER SALE OF PROPERTY PARCEL NO. 65-00403-0430 PER M.S. ## 13D.05, SUBD. 3C3 Commissioner Geroux motioned to open the Closed Session at 5:47 p.m. to consider the sale of property parcel No. 65-00403-0430 allowed per MN Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3c3. Seconded by Commissioner Knier, unanimous ayes, motion carried. Commissioners present: Ken Geroux, Alan Heidemann, Paul Knier, Kristopher Knodle, Kathryn Parsons, and Jake Rohrbeck. Also present: BLEDA Executive Director Marie Popp, City Administrator Hanna Klimmek, BLEDA Assistant Treasurer Deb Wegeleben, and BLEDA Secretary/Deputy City Clerk Lisa Miller. Commissioners absent: Donna Clarksean. Marie Popp reviewed the potential sale of property, identified as Parcel No. 65-00403-0430. No action was taken by the Commission during the Closed Session. Commissioner Knier motioned to close the Closed Session and reconvene the April 13, 2026, regular meeting at 6:12 p.m. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck, unanimous ayes, motion carried. Commissioner Rohrbeck motioned to deny the sale of Parcel No. 65-00403-0430 and hold the property for future development. Seconded by Commissioner Knodle, unanimous ayes, motion carried. ## Big Lake BLEDA Meeting Minutes Date: APRIL 13, 2026 Page 5 of 5 ## - DRAFT MINUTES - ## NOT YET APPROVED ## 9. ADJOURN Commissioner Knier motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:13 p.m. Seconded by Commissioner Rohrbeck, unanimous ayes, meeting adjourned. ## Prepared By: ## Marie Popp, BLEDA Executive Director ## Meeting Date: 5/1 1/2026 Item No. ## 6A ## Item Description: ## City-Owned Lots on Highway 25/Pleasant Avenue ## Reviewed By: Hanna Klimmek, City Administrator ## Reviewed By: Deb Wegeleben, Finance Director ## ACTION REQUESTED Discuss BLEDA’s interest in Parcel No.’s 65-00410-0240 and 65-00404-0110. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION The City of Big Lake (under its former title as the Village of Big Lake) owns two parcels located along Highway 25 on the northeast side of the intersection with Pleasant Avenue. The site previously housed the senior center before the building was removed. The Comprehensive Plan’s Land Use Map identifies the parcels for Business use, while the current zoning is R‑3 High Density Residential within the Downtown District – Transition Zone. Historically, parcels intended for economic development initiatives have been owned and managed by BLEDA. Staff is seeking direction on whether BLEDA is interested in taking a more active role in preparing this site for future development. At a minimum, the site would require a rezoning and a lot combination to align with the intended land‑use vision. If BLEDA is interested in owning the parcels, BLEDA could also consider whether pursuing additional land acquisition in the area would be beneficial to create a larger, more marketable development opportunity. Staff requests BLEDA discuss whether this site should be considered a priority for future economic development planning and whether the group is interested in pursuing next steps. ## ATTACHMENTS ## Attachment A: Site Map ## AGENDA ITEM ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Attachment A: ## Site Map ## Prepared By: ## Marie Popp, BLEDA Executive Director ## Meeting Date: 5/1 1/2026 Item No. ## 6B ## Item Description: ## City Ordinance Feedback Discussion ## Reviewed By: Hanna Klimmek, City Administrator ## Reviewed By: Deb Wegeleben, Finance Director ## ACTION REQUESTED Discuss whether the ordinances should be reviewed further and whether any updates or clarifications are recommended to Planning Commission and City Council. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION BLEDA has historically taken an active role in reviewing City ordinances when efficiencies can be identified or when feedback suggests that certain requirements may be outdated or burdensome for area businesses. In keeping with that practice, staff would like to bring forward recent comments received from the business community for BLEDA discussion and recommended direction. ## Recent Feedback from Businesses: 1. Landscaping Ordinance – Cost and Implementation Challenges- Several businesses have expressed that the current landscaping requirements are difficult and expensive to implement. The ordinance requires: o One tree per 1,000 sq. ft. of gross building floor area o One shrub per 300 sq. ft. of gross building floor area o Up to 50% of required trees may be substituted with ornamental trees and/or shrubs, with a ratio of three ornamental trees or ten shrubs per one required tree • Example: A 50,000 sq. ft. building must provide 50 trees and 167 shrubs. Feedback suggests the current structure may add time, cost, and uncertainty to projects that could otherwise align with community goals. 2. Maximum Building Height Limits – Restrictiveness and Process Concerns - Businesses have also noted that height limits can feel restrictive or overly tedious to navigate. Most zoning districts in Big Lake have a maximum height of 35 feet. The TOD area allows up to 5 stories or 60 feet (whichever is less). Additional height may be approved through a conditional use permit, as was recently done for Premier Marine (39 feet). Over the past year, staff has received inquiries regarding projects that would require additional height, including: o A proposed 4-story multifamily apartment building o An existing business seeking to expand and add height for an indoor crane system Feedback indicates these standards can create significant upfront costs and ongoing maintenance burdens, which may impact project feasibility. ## AGENDA ITEM ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority 3. Downtown Design Guidelines- This item does not stem from direct business feedback but may require clarification. The zoning map identifies two overlay districts: the “Downtown District – Central Business” and the “Downtown District – Transition Zone.” However, the current city code and adopted design guidelines do not clearly distinguish the requirements between them. Based on our research, the Transition Zone appears to treat the downtown design guidelines as recommended but not mandatory, while the Central Business district requires full compliance with the guidelines. The current City Hall site falls within the mandatory district. With redevelopment of the site on the horizon, does BLEDA view the design guidelines as a hinderance or attractive prospect? ## Discussion Considerations Given BLEDA’s role in supporting a business-friendly environment and promoting economic growth, discussion is requested on: • Whether current landscaping ratios remain appropriate for today’s development costs and site constraints • Whether height limits should be adjusted in certain districts or streamlined through administrative approval thresholds • Balancing aesthetic/community standards with economic competitiveness ## Staff Recommendation ## Staff recommends BLEDA: • Discuss the feedback received • Provide direction on whether to initiate a formal ordinance review • Identify priority areas for potential updates or additional analysis ## ATTACHMENTS ## Zoning Map ## R-1 ## R-1 ## I-3 ## I-2 ## I-2 ## R-2 ## I-1 ## I-2 ## I-2 ## I-1 ## R-3 ## R-3 ## R-1 ## R-1 ## R-1 ## R-5 ## R-3 ## B-2 ## I-1 ## I-1 ## R-3 ## R-3 ## B-2 ## B-2 ## 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Source: Sherburne County, MNDOT, MNDNR ! ## I ## Prepared By: ## Marie Popp, BLEDA Executive Director ## Meeting Date: 5/1 1/2026 Item No. ## 6C ## Item Description: ## BLEDA Strategic Plan Discussion ## Reviewed By: Hanna Klimmek, City Administrator ## Reviewed By: Deb Wegeleben, Finance Director ## ACTION REQUESTED Discuss BLEDA’s Strategic Plan. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION BLEDA recently completed a review of the Strategic Plan, making only limited edits at that time. During the discussion, BLEDA also considered a potential land sale that would have required updates to the plan. These conversations raised broader questions about the specific action steps and tactical approaches BLEDA intends to take for certain targeted parcels. To ensure the Strategic Plan continues to reflect the BLEDA’s priorities and provides clear direction for staff, we would like to bring the document back for additional review. This will give the group an opportunity to revisit its goals, refine tactical strategies, and confirm alignment between long‑term objectives and near‑term action items. ## ATTACHMENTS ## BLEDA’s Strategic Plan ## AGENDA ITEM ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority 1 | P a g e ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority (BLEDA) Strategic Plan 3-Year Perspective – 2024 through 2026 This Strategic Plan provides a realistic and practical approach to economic development goals and activities for the BLEDA. The purpose is to guide BLEDA Commissioners and its staff to focus on economic development priorities. This Strategic Plan will improve accountability for the BLEDA Commissioners along with its staff, and will improve the capacity to measure outcomes. The BLEDA Priority: To efficiently facilitate development while equally supporting the Big Lake business community and driving economic growth. ## Strategy: Market the City of Big Lake ## Work Plan Objectives ## 1. Administer the Business Retention & Expansion Program (BR&E) Strategy: Market and Sell Industrial Park Phase II Land by December 31, 2026. ## Work Plan Objectives 1. Appropriately stage the property (schedule lawn maintenance, install signage, etc.) ## 2. Direct market to Real Estate Brokers and Developers 3. Participate in relevant expos, site selector events, forums, conferences, etc. Strategy: Recognize BLEDA & City-owned commercial and residential property. Cultivate a development/redevelopment plan for each parcel. ## Work Plan Objectives 1. 420 Putnam Avenue (BLEDA-owned) – PID 65-403-0430 • Monitor contiguous parcels and position BLEDA to acquire properties • Hold parcel for commercial development • Identify and eliminate road blocks for development / redevelopment • Determine when and how to market parcel 2. City Hall (City-owned) – PID 65-477-0110, PID 65-477-0105, PID 65-477-0010 & former Community School Building (BLEDA owned) - PID 65-477-0115 • Streamline property for redevelopment opportunity 3. 421 Foley Avenue (BLEDA-owned) PID 65-408-0310 & PID 65-408-0320 • Monitor contiguous parcels and position BLEDA to acquire properties • Hold parcel for development • Identify and eliminate road blocks for development / redevelopment • Determine when and how to market parcel 4. Northeast corner of Martin Avenue & Eagle Lake RD (BLEDA-owned) PID 65-00584-0105 • Monitor contiguous parcels and position BLEDA to acquire properties • Hold parcel for development 2 | P a g e Strategy: Recognize privately-owned commercial, industrial and residential property and cultivate a development/redevelopment plan for each parcel. ## Work Plan Objectives 1. ## Innovation Industrial Park – I-3 Zoning District ## RiverWood Bank – Big Lake Marketplace East ## Transit Oriented Development District Smith Property North of Old National Bank and Big Lake Dental Property on East Side of the City out to 15 (Innovation Industrial Phase II and III?) ## All Building’s Located within the Downtown District ## Mr. Gramsey’s Property on West Side of City ## Mr. Berndt’s Property on West Side of City Strategy: Increase BLEDA Community Presence. ## Work Plan Objectives 1. Maintain extensive knowledge of all business financing tools (federal, state, local, etc.) 2. Work in partnership with the Big Lake Finance Director to discover budgeting options for the BLEDA to consider • Create a financial “handbook” that clearly explains all BLEDA finances • Review and make recommendation on annual budget. 3. Author a successful Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) Application to MnDEED to become a financial pass-through for an eligible expanding business and to generate up to $100,000 for the BLEDA 4. Invest time into building and expanding relationships with Big Lake businesses, Big Lake Schools, Big Lake Township, Sherburne County, Big Lake Chamber, regional partners, developers, Realtors, investors, etc. 5. Promote and administer the Big Lake EDA Revolving Loan Fund 7. Promote business friendly community 8. Participate in Big Lake Chamber Community Fair, Big Lake High School Apprenticeship ## Program, and Big Lake Schools Career Fair ## Strategy: Review Policies related to Economic Development ## Work Plan Objectives 1. Review BLEDA’s Revolving Loan Fund Policy – Completed 9/2024, 4/2026 2. Participate in update of City’s land use and zoning regulations (TOD, Shoreland, etc.) Conditions to be met for the possibility of a public partnership in redevelopment opportunities: • Commercial component must be included in the concept • Concept must increase the tax base • Concept must promote an economic value • Identify and eliminate road blocks for development / redevelopment Determine when and how to market parcel 5. Develop a list of all City-owned and BLEDA-owned parcels – ask key staff as to why the parcels are being held – Market the parcels that the City can part with ## Prepared By: ## Deb Wegeleben, BLEDA Assistant Treasurer ## Meeting Date: 5/11/2026 Item No. ## 6D ## Item Description: ## BLEDA Finance Report and List of Claims for April 2026 ## Reviewed By: Marie Popp, BLEDA Executive Director ## Reviewed By: Hanna Klimmek, City Administrator ## ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve the BLEDA Financial Report and List of Claims for April 2026 as presented. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority (BLEDA) ## Financial Summary – April 2026 ## Revenues: As of April 2026, BLEDA revenues are trending ahead of budget expectations due to the following: • Receipt of four (4) months of rent payments from Pizza Factory, which were not included in the 2026 adopted budget. • Interest earnings have been posted through March. • Property taxes revenues will be received later in the year, with distributions typically occurring in July and December. ## Expenditures: Through April month-end, approximately 63% of the total 2026 budgeted expenditure has been incurred. The higher percentage early in the year is primarily due to the annual $50,000 transfer to the Industrial Park Fund, which reimburses prior assessments that helped make the industrial park property shovel ready for development. Expenses associated with BLEDA-owned properties include: ## Pizza Factory / Old School Building: • Cleaning Services – $1,960.00 • Garbage Removal – $897.45 • Electricity – $1,364.97 • Natural Gas – $1,379.91 • Water/Sewer Utilities – $2,032.19 • Liability Insurance – $2,441.25 • Real Estate Taxes – $1,914.00 ## 421 Foley Avenue: • Other Consultants – $8,544.00 ## AGENDA ITEM ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Land Held for Resale • Reimbursement for the purchase of the property that will be the future sight of City Hall and the Police Department (Public Safety Facility). ## Fund Balance As of the end of April, the total BLEDA fund balance is $329,463.60. This amount includes the $150,000 transfer from the 2026A Bond proceeds, which reimbursed the Authority for land purchase associated with the future Public Safety Facility. It also reflects the establishment of a new $25,000 Revolving Loan for the Pizza Factory. Fund balance designations are as follows: ## Designation Amount ## Designated – Future Development Projects $330,155.38 ## Designated – Revolving Loan Program $75,000.00 ## Unreserved Operating Fund Balance ($77,112.62) ## Total Fund Balance $329,463.60 The negative unreserved operating balance reflects that available operating funds are not currently sufficient to fully support BLEDA’s designated commitments. Staff has adjusted the Future Development Projects designation to reflect costs incurred to date for the 421 Foley cleanup project, as well as the reimbursement for the land purchase related to the future Public Safety Facility site. Staff will continue to monitor BLEDA’s financial position and will bring forward any recommended adjustments, if needed, to maintain long-term financial stability. ## ATTACHMENTS ## BLEDA Financial Report ## List of Claims ## List of Revenues unaudited ## AssetsBalance ## Cash304,213.60 Taxes Receivable - Delinquent1,420.84 **adjustment each year end ## Lease Receivable51,660.71 Pizza Factory ## *Notes Receivable25,000.00 Pizza Factory ***Land Held for Resale436,620.68 ## Total Assets818,915.83 ## Liabilities and Fund Balance ## Accounts Payable(250.00) ## Prepaid June Invoice - 250 Deferred Revenue1,420.84 Delinquent Taxes Deferred Inflows - Lease receivables51,660.71 Pizza Factory lease ## Unspendable Fund Balance436,620.68 Land Held for resale ## Designated Fund Balance405,155.38 Revolving Loan Fund/Development Projects ## Undesignated Fund Balance(75,691.78) ## Total Liabilities & Fund Balance818,915.83 - ***Land Held for Resale 420 Putman (2018)10,874.65 ## PID # 65-403-0430 421 Foley (2022)50,746.03 PID #65-408-0230,310,320 Smith Property- PID 65-00020-2400 - RECEIVED FUNDS ## Old School Building (2023)375,000.00 PID #65-584-0105 436,620.68 ## Comments ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Balance Sheet April 30, 2026 unaudited % of budget year33.33%4/30/20254/30/202612/31/2026 ## Prior YTDCurrent YTD ## Current ## Budget ## Assets 275-1000Fund Cash197,508.86 304,213.60 275-1070Taxes Receivable-Delinquent1,411.97 1,420.84 275-1360Lease Receivable73,490.93 51,660.71 ## 275-1605Land Held For Resale586,620.68 436,620.68 ## Total Assets859,032.44 818,915.83 ## Liabilities 275-2020Accounts Payable(1,135.71) 250.00 275-2220Deferred Revenues(1,411.97) (1,420.84) 275-2492GASB 87 Def Inflow-leases(73,490.93) (51,660.71) ## Total Liabilities(76,038.61) (52,831.55) ## Equity 275-2530Unreserved Fund Balances(849,267.20) (842,152.12) (Excess)/Deficit of Revenues66,273.37 76,067.84 ## Total Net Position(782,993.83) (766,084.28) ## Total Liability and Net Position(859,032.44) (818,915.83) - - 4/30/20254/30/202612/31/2026 ## Prior YTDCurrent YTD ## Current ## Budget ## Budget ## Remaining % of ## Budget ## Revenues 275-000-3101RE & PP Taxes-Current- - 158,400.00 158,400.00 0% 275-000-3102RE & PP Taxes-Delinquent- - 400.00 400.00 0% 275-000-3375Miscellaneous Revenue- 250.00 - (250.00) 275-000-3940Lease/Rental/CAM Income8,000.00 8,000.00 - (8,000.00) 275-000-3999Interest Earned2,383.95 1,949.19 2,500.00 550.81 78% Total Revenues 10,383.95 10,199.19 161,300.00 151,100.81 6% ## Expenditures 275-000-00-05-4002Wages8,250.19 10,654.43 36,069.00 25,414.57 30% 275-000-00-05-4008Insurance Benefits (er)843.27 1,688.52 4,991.00 3,302.48 34% 275-000-00-05-4009HSA Accounts156.24 83.36 250.00 166.64 33% 275-000-00-05-4010F.I.C.A./Medicare (er)577.93 700.56 2,760.00 2,059.44 25% 275-000-00-05-4012P.E.R.A. (er)618.74 799.07 2,706.00 1,906.93 30% ## 275-000-00-05-4021PFMLA- 48.80 160.00 111.20 31% 275-000-00-20-4140Audit513.00 1,050.00 1,200.00 150.00 88% 275-000-00-20-4150Engineering- - 250.00 250.00 0% 275-000-00-20-4170Legal35.00 54.00 6,000.00 5,946.00 1% 275-000-00-20-4180Other Consultants- 8,544.00 5,000.00 (3,544.00) 171% 275-000-00-25-4120Real Estate Taxes2,268.00 1,914.00 2,758.00 844.00 69% 275-000-00-25-4134Website- - 250.00 250.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4209Recording Fees/Settlement chgs- 46.00 500.00 454.00 9% 275-000-00-25-4212Other Operations Expenses- - 50.00 50.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4215Uniforms/Clothing- - 100.00 100.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4217Cleaning Services1,943.96 1,960.00 1,700.00 (260.00) 115% 275-000-00-25-4220Advertising- - 2,000.00 2,000.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4225Sanitation/Garbage Removal1,658.72 897.45 - (897.45) 275-000-00-25-4235Postage- 10.20 25.00 14.80 41% 275-000-00-25-4238Training/Schools525.00 538.87 1,500.00 961.13 36% 275-000-00-25-4240Travel/Mileage- 59.45 150.00 90.55 40% 275-000-00-25-4243Meals- - 100.00 100.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4250Liability Insurance2,399.25 2,441.25 3,195.00 753.75 76% 275-000-00-25-4257Contractors Hired- - 100.00 100.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4540Repair/Maintenance Bldg held- - 1,500.00 1,500.00 0% 275-000-00-25-4570Electricity1,466.60 1,364.97 3,600.00 2,235.03 38% 275-000-00-25-4580Natural Gas3,198.73 1,379.91 3,240.00 1,860.09 43% 275-000-00-25-4590Water/Sewer Utilities2,202.69 2,032.19 2,400.00 367.81 85% 275-000-00-26-4222Marketing -Communications- - 10,000.00 10,000.00 0% 275-000-00-71-4612Transfers Out50,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 - 100% Total Expenditures76,657.32 86,267.03 142,554.00 56,286.97 61% Net change in fund balance- increase(decrease)(66,273.37) (76,067.84) 18,746.00 ## BLEDA- 275 ## Financial Statements April 30, 2026 ## Balance Sheet ## Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Change ## in Fund Balances unaudited ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Statement of Operating Revenues and Expenditures April 30, 2026 33% % of ## YTDYTDBudget Remaining Budget RevenuesPrior 2025 Actual 20262026BudgetRemainingComments ## RE & PP Taxes - Current- 158,400.00 158,400.00 Property Tax first payment was received in July - ## RE & PP Taxes - Delinquent- 400.00 400.00 ## Lease/Rental Revenue8,000.00 8,000.00 - (8,000.00) YE entries will be done for lease receivable/def inflow Transfer In from other Fund- - - Will see a transfer for reimbursement of land purchase ## Miscellaneous Revenue- 250.00 - (250.00) - 1% Revolving Loan Fee - Pizza Factory ## Lease Interest Revenue- - - - YE entires will be done to record interest for lease ## Loan Interest Revenue- - - - ## Interest Earned2,383.95 1,949.19 2,500.00 550.81 Sub Total Operating Revenues10,383.95 10,199.19 161,300.00 151,100.81 94% Total Revenues10,383.95 10,199.19 161,300.00 151,100.81 6% ## Expenditures Wages & Fringe10,446.37 13,974.74 46,936.00 32,961.26 Community Development Director - 25% Audit513.00 1,050.00 1,200.00 150.00 Engineering- - 250.00 250.00 Legal35.00 54.00 6,000.00 ## 5,946.00 O&E TITLE WORK Consultants- 8,544.00 5,000.00 (3,544.00) Old School Building - Phase I,II and TIF Analysis Real Estate Taxes2,268.00 1,914.00 2,758.00 844.00 421 Foley Website- - 250.00 250.00 Recording Fees- 46.00 500.00 ## 454.00 Land Sales ## Other Operating Expenses- - 50.00 50.00 . Advertising- - 2,000.00 2,000.00 ## Postage- 10.20 25.00 14.80 Contractors hired- - 100.00 100.00 For land owned - upkeep Sanitation/Garbage Removal1,658.72 897.45 - (897.45) Cleaning Services1,943.96 1,960.00 1,700.00 (260.00) Restrooms for Pizza Factory cleaning Liabilitiy Insurance2,399.25 2,441.25 (3,195.00) (5,636.25) Insurance on building Training/Schools525.00 538.87 1,500.00 961.13 Community Development Director - Conferences Travel & Mileage- 59.45 150.00 90.55 Meals- - 100.00 100.00 Uniforms- - 100.00 100.00 Repair/Maintenance Bldg Held- - 1,500.00 1,500.00 Electricity1,466.60 1,364.97 3,600.00 ## Old School Building Natural Gas3,198.73 1,379.91 3,240.00 Old School Building Water/Sewer Bills2,202.69 2,032.19 2,400.00 367.81 421 Foley Marketing - - 10,000.00 10,000.00 Snow Removal- - - - ## Total Operating Expenditures26,657.32 36,267.03 86,164.00 45,801.85 53% ## Other Expenditures: Transfers - Fund 141 IPL50,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 - Transfer to Industrial Park Fund prior year assessments Total Other Expenditures50,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 - Total Expenditures76,657.32 86,267.03 136,164.00 45,801.85 63% ## Operating Revenues less Expenditures(66,273.37) (76,067.84) 25,136.00 105,298.96 ## Projected Fund Balance Inc/(Decr)(66,273.37) (76,067.84) 25,136.00 ## Projected Cash balance Inc/(Decr)(66,273.37) (76,067.84) April 30, 2026 ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Designated Fund Balance ## 2022 Future Development Projects215,931.78 *421 Foley Avenue redevelopment work(35,776.40) *Reimbursement of Land Purchase (as of March 2026)150,000.00 ## Future Development Projects - ending Designated Fund Balance330,155.38 ## 2021 Revolving Loan Fund Established100,000.00 **Pizza Factory(25,000.00) ## Total Revolving Loan Fund - ending Designated Fund Balance75,000.00 405,155.38 ## Unreserve Fund Balance(75,691.78) ## Total Fund Bal329,463.60 ## Reconciliation ## GL ## DEFERRED REVENUE - DELQ PROPERTY TAX RECEIVABLE1,420.84 ## UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE(77,112.62) ## TOTAL OF UNRESERVE FUND BALANCE(75,691.78) SAC CREDITS# credits o/s April 25, 2007 - SAC credits given to BLEDA 14.00 These credit have been awarded to project 11/2019(14.00) - ## Notes Receivable ## OriginalRemaining ## Interest ## DateBalanceBalanceTermsRateComments 04/30/2625,000.00$ 25,000.00$ 10 years4.75%First Payment 11/1/26 ## Big Lake Economic Development Authority ## Statement of Loan/Receivables Activity April 30, 2026 CITY OF BIG LAKEBLEDA EXPENDITURES DETAILPage: 1 Period: 04/26 - 04/26May 06, 2026 08:36AM ## ReferenceAccountDebitCredit ## DateJournalNumberPayee or DescriptionNumberAmountAmountBalance ## Wages03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-40027,880.51 ## 04/08/2026PC30PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD1,386.96 ## 04/22/2026PC77PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/18/2026 PAY PERIO1,386.96 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 10,654.43 Total 10,654.43 YTD Budget 36,069.00 Unexpended 25,414.57 ## Insurance Benefits (er)03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-40081,266.39 ## 04/08/2026PB73PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD422.13 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,688.52 Total 1,688.52 YTD Budget 4,991.00 Unexpended 3,302.48 ## HSA Accounts03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-400962.52 ## 04/08/2026PB74PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD10.42 ## 04/22/2026PB164PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/18/2026 PAY PERIO10.42 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 83.36 Total 83.36 YTD Budget 250.00 Unexpended 166.64 F.I.C.A./Medicare (er)03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-4010516.98 ## 04/08/2026PB76PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD91.64 ## 04/22/2026PB166PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/18/2026 PAY PERIO91.94 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 700.56 Total 700.56 YTD Budget 2,760.00 Unexpended 2,059.44 P.E.R.A. (er)03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-4012591.03 ## 04/08/2026PB75PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD104.02 ## 04/22/2026PB165PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/18/2026 PAY PERIO104.02 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 799.07 Total 799.07 YTD Budget 2,706.00 Unexpended 1,906.93 ## PFMLA03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-05-402136.60 ## 04/08/2026PB77PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/4/2026 PAY PERIOD6.10 ## 04/22/2026PB167PAYROLL TRANS FOR 4/18/2026 PAY PERIO6.10 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 48.80 Total 48.80 YTD Budget 160.00 Unexpended 111.20 ## Audit03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-20-41401,050.00 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,050.00 Total 1,050.00 YTD Budget 1,200.00 Unexpended 150.00 ## Legal03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-20-417054.00 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 54.00 Total 54.00 YTD Budget 6,000.00 Unexpended 5,946.00 ## Other Consultants03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-20-41804,042.00 ## 04/23/2026AP604BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION4,502.00 **Inv. No: IN1012261 **Desc: 421 FOLEY PHASE II ESA FEB-MARCH 2026 FEES **Inv. Date: 04/23/26 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 8,544.00 Total 8,544.00 YTD Budget 5,000.00 Unexpended (3,544.00) ## Real Estate Taxes03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-41201,914.00 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,914.00 Total 1,914.00 YTD Budget 2,758.00 Unexpended 844.00 CITY OF BIG LAKEBLEDA EXPENDITURES DETAILPage: 2 Period: 04/26 - 04/26May 06, 2026 08:36AM ## ReferenceAccountDebitCredit ## DateJournalNumberPayee or DescriptionNumberAmountAmountBalance ## Recording Fees/Settlement chgs03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-420946.00 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 46.00 Total 46.00 YTD Budget 500.00 Unexpended 454.00 ## Cleaning Services03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-42171,470.00 ## 04/15/2026AP401JMG COMMERCIAL CLEANING LLC490.00 ## **Inv. No: APRIL 2026 CITY HALL CLEANING **Desc: PUBLIC BATHROOM - APRIL 2026 **Inv. Date: 04/15/26 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,960.00 Total 1,960.00 YTD Budget 1,700.00 Unexpended (260.00) ## Sanitation/Garbage Removal03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-4225897.45 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 897.45 Total 897.45 YTD Budget .00 Unexpended (897.45) ## Postage03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-423510.20 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 10.20 Total 10.20 YTD Budget 25.00 Unexpended 14.80 ## Training/Schools03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-4238538.87 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 538.87 Total 538.87 YTD Budget 1,500.00 Unexpended 961.13 ## Travel/Mileage03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-424059.45 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 59.45 Total 59.45 YTD Budget 150.00 Unexpended 90.55 ## Liability Insurance03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-42502,441.25 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 2,441.25 Total 2,441.25 YTD Budget 3,195.00 Unexpended 753.75 ## Electricity03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-4570906.23 ## 04/13/2026AP502XCEL ENERGY458.74 **Inv. No: 973319310 **Desc: MARCH 2026 ## BLEDA/OLD SCHOOL BLDG **Inv. Date: 04/13/26 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,364.97 Total 1,364.97 YTD Budget 3,600.00 Unexpended 2,235.03 ## Natural Gas03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-45801,379.91 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 1,379.91 Total 1,379.91 YTD Budget 3,240.00 Unexpended 1,860.09 ## Water/Sewer Utilities03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-25-45902,032.19 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 2,032.19 Total 2,032.19 YTD Budget 2,400.00 Unexpended 367.81 ## Transfers Out03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-00-71-461250,000.00 YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual 50,000.00 Total 50,000.00 YTD Budget 50,000.00 Unexpended .00 CITY OF BIG LAKEBLEDA REVENUE DETAILPage: 1 Period: 04/26 - 04/26May 06, 2026 09:31AM ## ReferenceAccountDebitCredit ## DateJournalNumberPayee or DescriptionNumberAmountAmountBalance ## Miscellaneous Revenue03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-3375.00 04/28/2026AR216Payment Applied - 101-AR - RM SPECIALTIES 250.00- YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual -250.00 Total -250.00 YTD Budget .00 Unearned (250.00) ## Lease/Rental/CAM Income03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-39406,000.00- ## 04/02/2026CR600000011PIZZA FACTORY RENT, APRIL 2026 - PIZZA F2,000.00- ## Description: PIZZA FACTORY RENT, APRIL ## 2026 - PIZZA FACTORY YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual -8,000.00 Total -8,000.00 YTD Budget .00 Unearned (8,000.00) ## Interest Earned03/31/2026 (03/26) Balance275-000-39991,949.19- YTD Encumbrance .00 YTD Actual -1,949.19 Total -1,949.19 YTD Budget -2,500.00 Unearned 550.81 ## 6E ## Community Development Department Update ## Prepared By: Marie Popp, Community Development Director • Pizza Factory Relocation: The City and Pizza Factory entered into a Purchase Agreement for the sale to Pizza Factory of City owned space at 616 Rose Drive. The City Council approved an amendment to the Purchase agreement, allowing for the closing to take place on or before May 22, 2026. Closing is currently scheduled for May 7 th . • Development Pipeline: Staff continues to receive inquiries on residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Development Interest remains high. We anticipate a concept plan, preliminary plat, and final plat (each for separate projects) will be on the Planning Commission and City Council meetings over the coming couple of months. • 421 Foley Avenue: The State of MN stated they are working on the Letter of No Association for the City/BLEDA which will clarify that any clean up actions the City/BLEDA takes will not associate us as the responsible party creating the contaminated conditions. Braun Intertec is finalizing the scoping document that will be used to get updated quotes for building demolition from contractors. • Annexation Applications: The Shores of Elk River and Dellwood Land Development annexation requests were approved at the April City Council meeting. The Shores of Elk River concept plan was reviewed by Council Q4 2025. The Dellwood Land Development application is not related to any concept plan or development application at this time, but we anticipate they will begin working on an environmental review document in the near future. • Community Development Technician Position: A candidate accepted the position and is currently slated for City Council approval on May 20 th . • Code Updates: A large code update, including housekeeping items and the Shoreland/R- 5 sections, were recently reviewed by Planning Commission. City Council will be reviewing the Shoreland and R-5 edits at the May 20 th Council meeting.