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Home My WebLink AboutCommunity Development Agency - CDA-Packet-07-02-2025 Supporting Documents - 07/02/2025 OTTER TAIL COUNTY – MINNESOTA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY AGENDA Government Services Center, Otter Tail Lake Room 515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN July 2, 2025 | 11:00 am 1.Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Consent Agenda A. June 5, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes B. May 2025 Financial Reports 4. Reports and Presentations A. Director Status Report B. Committee Reports Housing and Development Workforce Support and Digital Equity Business Development (did not meet) C. ‘On the Map’ Report D. Board Member Updates 5. Regular Business A. Consider Revised Community Growth Partnership Grant Guidelines B. Consider Pinewood Estates Lots for Impact Fund application 6. Discussion and Communications A. Placer.ai Report Review B. MN Legislative Session Review C. Project Updates: a. Pinewood Estates, Pelican Rapids b. Westridge Mall, Fergus Falls D. Other Communications E. Upcoming Meeting: a. Wednesday, August 6 at 11:00 am, Otter Tail Lake Room, Government Services Center with HRA Board meeting beginning at 12:45 pm 7. Adjourn 1/25 2/25 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF OTTER TAIL COUNTY Government Services Center, County Board Room 515 W Fir Ave, Fergus Falls MN 56537 June 4, 2025 Call to Order The Otter Tail County Community Development Agency convened at 11:00 am, Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Dave Schornack, CDA Board Chair led the meeting. Attendance was as follows: Present in person Present via Technology Absent Board Members: Jeff Ackerson x Dena Johnson x Val Martin x Kurt Mortenson x Betsy Roder x Heidi Samuelson x Dave Schornack x Bob Schempp Jr. x Sean Sullivan x Staff: Amy Baldwin, CDA Director x Tanya Westra, Housing Program Supervisor x Sarah Schake, Project Manager x Erik Osberg, Rural Rebound Initiative Coordinator x Julie Bakken, HRA Accountant x Paula Grunewald, HRA Administrative Assistant x Aisling Cox, CDA Intern x Others: Jordan Grossman, Pelican Rapids CEDA/EDA Director x Approval of Agenda The agenda was to stand as presented. Approval of Consent Agenda Motion by Val Martin, second by Dena Johnson to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion passed unanimously. Amy Baldwin, CDA Director, introduced Aisling Cox, CDA Intern and also noted that Julie Bakken, HRA Accountant, will be attending both the CDA and HRA Board Meetings as there have been adjustments within the Finance team. Reports and Presentations A. Director’s Report: The Housing Summit, held on May 14, had nearly 100 attendees. A link to the event recording was included in the board report. There have been 87 referrals to the Empowered Work Program. The program is opening to external referrals with prioritization of expending State Drive for 5 funds before County funding. 3/25 OTTERTAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA The County was awarded an $8,000 grant from West Central Initiative. The funding will help provide supportive services like work attire, transportation needs, and technology access to Empowered Worker participants. Aisling Cox, CDA Intern, will be working on a return on investment analysis related to the Empowered Worker program. Business Development National Small Business Week was recognized May 4-10 DEED Paid Leave Public Outreach Grant was submitted requesting $50,000 to help employers and employees with compliance and utilization of the new Minesota Paid Leave Program that takes effect in January 2026 Child Care Child Care Provider Appreciation Day was recognized on May 9. Small gifts were hand delivered to all licensed providers and centers. B. Committee Reports Notes from the Workforce Support and Digital Equity and Business Development committees were included in the packet. C. On the Map Report Erik Osberg, Rural Rebound Initiative Coordinator, reported continued strong digital impressions; Tasha Rohlfs is the new Brand Ambassador for OTLCA; Grace, summer staffer is returning from last year; changes will be made to the website to make it more user friendly. D. Board Member Updates Commissioner Dena Johnson stated that there is much road construction going on in Pelican Rapids, as well as a new coffee shop and remodeling occurring at the old Family Dollar location. Regular Business A. Community Growth Partnership Grant Application: City of Pelican Rapids Housing Infrastructure Amy Baldwin, CDA Director, stated that at the March 5, 2025 Board Meeting, the CDA had approved an application from the City of Pelican Rapids for a Community Growth Partnership Grant in regard to a housing public infrastructure match. Since that time, an application with updated sources of funding has been submitted for extending road, sewer, water and stormwater infrastructure in the City of Pelican Rapids to support new housing development with a total cost of $655,000. The grant funding will support the City in submitting an application for the Great MN Housing Infrastructure Grant program as the program requires non-state dollars as a match. Motion by Sean Sullivan, second by Dena Johnson to approve the grant request and to direct staff to prepare the necessary agreement to include an 18-month grant timeline. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioners questioned how the Community Growth Partnership Grant Program was funded. Amy Baldwin, CDA Director, stated that in 2021, $2M was allocated to the CDA by Otter Tail County from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). These resources are being used to fund the housing infrastructure match program as well as other housing related loans. Commissioners responded that this money is used on good projects for our communities. B. Community Growth Partnership Grant Application: City of Pelican Rapids Private Commercial Rehabilitation 4/25 Amy Baldwin, CDA Director stated that an application from the City of Pelican Rapids for a Community Growth Partnership Grant had been submitted for the Do Drop Inn. The lease holders of property located at 1008 S. Broadway, Pelican Rapids, the former Family Dollar building, are seeking a grant in the amount $10,000 to be used toward window replacement. These funds would help support the rehabilitation of the building to be used as a laundromat, gym, and additional rental space. Miscommunication resulted in the submission of the initial grant application after the project had begun work; however, the windows had not yet been installed. Policy for the Community Growth Partnership Grant states that work must not be started before approval of the application. As of today’s meeting, the windows have already been installed. Motion by Dena Johnson, second by Val Martin to deny the grant request. Motion passed unanimously. Discussion and Communications A. Project Updates: a. Pinewood Estates, Pelican Rapids o Construction continues, we have received some inquiries – one was over income, another could not get financing; hoping for additional interest, outreach will be community focused. o Amy Baldwin, CDA Director asked for direction from the Board regarding communicating with Habitat for Humanity for a partnership on this project and others. Motion by Kurt Mortenson, second by Heidi Samuelson to allow communications with Habitat for Humanity. The Board requested a report to be provided at the July meeting. HRA will be applying for MN Housing Impact Funds. b. Westridge Mall, Fergus Falls o The property condition assessment and site utility assessment have been completed. o Staff are in communication with adjacent property owners and operating agreements are under review with those owners. o The Alta Survey is being prepared and the TIF eligibility assessment is underway. o Working on plans for fire system, water and sewer separations. B. Other Communications: Amy Baldwin, CDA Director, asked the Commissioners to inform us if they were unable to attend the July Board Meeting. Upcoming meeting: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 @ 11:00 am, Otter Tail Lake Room, Government Services Center with HRA Board meeting @ 12:45 pm. Adjourned Meeting adjourned at 11:55 am. 5/25 Pct 21 Accounts 8:18:35AM Achristoph 01/2025 05/2025Cash 23 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 05/2025 Copyright 2010-2024 Integrated Financial Systems 23 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 705 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM 000 ... 6140 PER DIEM 7,590.00 371,080.00 4,410.00 6240 PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING 9,000.00 00.00 0.00 6241 MEMBERSHIP DUES 785.00 840.00 4,215.00 6242 REGISTRATION FEES 1,130.00 440.00 870.00 6266 AUDIT COST 2,500.00 00.00 0.00 6290 CONTRACTED SERVICES.348,390.00 00.00 1,610.00 6330 MILEAGE 1,379.50 54249.20 1,620.50 6331 TRAVEL EXPENSES 5,885.22 160.00 1,114.78 6333 MEETING/EVENT COSTS 140.00 00.00 140.00 6355 LIABILITY INSURANCE 127.00 1040.00 3,127.00 6369 MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 270,617.40 00.00 270,617.40 6822 COMMUNITY GROWTH PARTNERSHIP GRANT 200,000.00 00.00 0.00 6828 SITE DEVELOPMENT (TIF)8,496.74 830.00 41,503.26 6829 IMPACT FUND EXPENSES 999,506.39 17199,378.62 200,493.61 706 NON SPECIAL BENEFIT LEVY PROGRAMMING 000 ... 6240 PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING 1,000.00 00.00 0.00 6290 CONTRACTED SERVICES 18,000.00 100.00 2,000.00 6369 MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 18.00 00.00 18.00 6822 COMMUNITY GROWTH PARTNERSHIP GRANT 100,000.00 00.00 0.00 807 SPECIAL ALLOCATION HOUSING PROGRAM 6825 DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE 18,750.00 220.00 5,250.00 6830 HOUSING REHABILITATION 40,000.00 00.00 0.00 6832 LOAN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 494,954.00 00.00 494,954.00 ...529,721.55 29200,707.82 1,313,778.45 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM 529,721.55 29200,707.82 1,313,778.451,843,500.00 ...2,018.00 20.00 118,982.00 SPECIAL ALLOCATION HOUSING PROGRAM 500,204.00 7820.00 436,204.00 NON SPECIAL BENEFIT LEVY PROGRAMMING 502,222.00 2710.00 317,222.00185,000.00 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 2,028,500.00 1,031,943.55 51200,707.82 996,556.45 51 200,707.82 1,031,943.55 2,028,500.00 996,556.45 Page 2 Report For: ToReport Basis: FUND Percent of Year: Actual For Account Description Actual For BDGT - ACT Difference01/2025 - 05/2025 - - - TOTAL TOTAL - TOTAL - TOTAL - TOTAL - TOTAL Final Totals 6/26/2025 42 EXPENDITURE GUIDELINE - YTD SUMMARY 12,000.00 9,000.00 5,000.00 2,000.00 2,500.00 350,000.00 3,000.00 7,000.00 0.00 3,000.00 0.00 200,000.00 50,000.00 1,200,000.00 1,000.00 20,000.00 0.00 100,000.00 24,000.00 40,000.00 0.00 1,843,500.00 121,000.00 64,000.00 2025 BUDGET Otter Tail County Auditor 6/25 PctReportCode1 11:47:05AM Achristoph 01/2025 05/2025Cash 42% 05/2025War# 8 Char Invoice# Description Copyright 2010-2024 Integrated Financial Systems 23 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 705 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM 000 ... 23-705-000-0000-6140 7,590.00 3712,000 4,410.00Per Diem 1,080.00 COM 2/11/2025 90.00 192410 1/8/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 306831 1/13/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 306832 1/13/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 306836 1/21/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 306836 1/8/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 306833 1/8/25 CDA - PER DIEM COM 2/11/2025 90.00 192410 1/21/25 CDA - 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05/2025 - - - - PROGRAM DEPT 6/5/2025 000 705 Actual ForType2025 BUDGET EXPENDITURE GUIDELINE Otter Tail County Auditor 10/25 EAt BB:ARUC2024-01 PctReportCode1 11:47:05AM Achristoph 01/2025 05/2025Cash 42% 05/2025War# 8 Char Invoice# Description Copyright 2010-2024 Integrated Financial Systems 23-706-000-0000-6369 18.00 0018.00Miscellaneous Charges 0.00 AUD 4/25/2025 18.00 193703 4/25/25 AB - TRAIL GRANT SUBSCRIPTION 23-706-000-0000-6822 100,000.00 0100,000 0.00Community Growth Partnership Grant 0.00 807 SPECIAL ALLOCATION HOUSING PROGRAM 23-706-807-0000-6825 18,750.00 2224,000 5,250.00Down Payment Assistance 0.00 AUD 1/24/2025 5,250.00 192003 BB-2025-01 DOWN PAYMENT ASSIST - KILLIAN 23-706-807-0000-6830 40,000.00 040,000 0.00Housing Rehabilitation 0.00 23-706-807-0000-6832 494,954.00 00494,954.00Loan Assistance Program 0.00 AUD 1/24/2025 494,954.00 192000 LOAN FOR THE LINCOLN PROJECT ...22,018.00121,000.00 118,982.00 SPECIAL ALLOCATION HOUSING PROGRAM 782500,204.0064,000.00 436,204.00 NON SPECIAL BENEFIT LEVY PROGRAMMING 271502,222.00185,000.00 317,222.00 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 51200,707.82 1,031,943.552,028,500.00 996,556.45 51200,707.82 1,031,943.552,028,500.00 996,556.45 Page 6 Report For: ToReport Basis:Percent of Year: Actual For Tran Date Bdgt - Act Difference01/2025 - 05/2025 - PROGRAM - PROGRAM - DEPT - FUND Final Totals 21 Accounts 6/5/2025 000 807 706 23 Actual ForType2025 BUDGET EXPENDITURE GUIDELINE Otter Tail County Auditor 11/25 EAt DATE: June 26, 2025 TO: CDA Board of Directors FROM: Amy Baldwin, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Director Status Report Housing Growth Initiative / The Big Build: Approved three New York Mills Tax Rebate Program applications that the County will provide an abatement of up to $5,000 or 5 years. Workforce Support Strategy / OTC Works: The Empowered Worker Program has received 90 referrals as of June 17. 30 participants are actively engaged. Program referrals have opening to external partners, including self- referrals and employers with upskilling needs. (see attached monthly report). Distributed a press release highlighting success stories of three Empowered Worker Program participants who have accomplished and/or are making great progress toward their training and employment goals. (press release attached) Next quarterly workforce convening is scheduled for Monday, June 30 at 11am. Topics will include introduction to AI tools for employers and M State’s mentorship program Quarterly workforce newsletter was distributed to more than 235 recipients with highlights on the Workforce Convening, Empowered Worker participant spotlight on Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor training, Paid Leave Program, and financial literacy supportive services: members.ottertaillakescountry.com/ap/EmailViewer/PKoGBlQP Child Care: Child Care Project Managers have been active with outreach at community events, developing a monthly newsletter for providers (which has been a desire of our licensor for several years), and supporting projects in Ottertail and Fergus Falls. Groundbreaking for the Ottertail child care sites (223 Maple St S, Ottertail) is scheduled for Monday, July 7 at 10am. Business Development: The business development resource summary and Business Resource page on the website have been updated with some new resources including the SBDC’s AI Resource Lab, federal contracting assistance, and grant programs from Department of Labor & Industry and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Staff attended the SBDC’s AI Conference on June 10 and were very impressed with the content and lessons learned about best practices for entrepreneurs, business owners, etc. to use AI tools. Ian Carlstrom from the SBDC will be presenting at the June 30 Workforce Convening on some of these same topics. 12/25 > > > > > > > > > 218-998-8060 ® COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER LIVE YOUR best life HERE. Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov Page 2 Attachments: Empowered Worker Program Report Press Release: Empowered Worker Success Stories 13/25 > > CDA Workforce Committee Update Empowered Worker Program Report Date: June 17, 2025 90 referrals received to date Active Participants on case load: 30 Drive for Five: 22 Navigating the Road Ahead: 8 Summary: Since February 3rd, the Empowered Worker program has limited referrals to individuals seeking a credential or certification that aligns with the state’s Drive for Five industries (CDL, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and construction trades). The program has expanded referral outreach to the following:  General Public. Still needs to meet eligibility requirements: o Housing instability o Under 200% Federal Poverty Guideline o Criminal Record o Limited English Proficiency  Employer Workforce Support o Incumbent Worker Training o Recruit and Train o Employer Engagement (Healthcare, Trades, Manufacturing):  Lake Region Healthcare  Park Gardens Senior Living  Builders First Source  LB Homes 2 1 64 7 13 1 2 External Family Member Human Services Minnesota DOC Probation Public Health Self 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70Division Number of Referrals Total Referral Count by Division 14/25 Self Public Health PSOP Probation 4) MState/WDS u ... :s LTC Unit 0 V, -Lake Region Recovery Home ... s:: 4) E Income Maintenance t:: rg Family Member c.. 4) 0 DOC Disability Child Support Child & Family Behavioral Health ■ I - I ■ Total Referral Count by Department ------- 0 5 15 20 Number of Referrals 25 30 35 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2025 Empowered Worker Program Helps Local Residents Achieve Career Success OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — An Otter Tail County workforce development program is changing lives. The Empowered Worker Program, an initiative supported by funding from the county and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, is helping residents overcome employment barriers and pursue meaningful, household-sustaining careers. The program's success can be seen in the inspiring stories of its participants. “These are three rockstar program participants out of the almost 100 participants that have been referred to the Empowered Worker program since July of 2024,” shared Amy Johnson, Otter Tail County Workforce Navigator. “I am honored to be making a difference in the livelihood of individuals and families that genuinely want better for themselves. It is very rewarding work that offers a humble reminder that there are still a lot of good people in society.” Julian’s Journey to the Front Lines of Public Safety Julian came to the program as a self-referral, with a dream of serving people through emergency medical response and firefighting, and a long-term goal of joining the National Guard. When an EMT training course began just days after he enrolled, Julian dove in headfirst. By March, he had earned his EMT certification and is now preparing for the national exam. His determination has already led to a job offer pending certification and has inspired new goals toward becoming a paramedic. As part of the program, Julian received a laptop, cell phone, transportation support, training supplies, and more to help sustain his progress. Josh Finds His Calling in Recovery Support Referred by DWI court in November, Josh faced significant barriers—including a criminal record and lack of a driver's license. With a strong commitment to sobriety and a desire to give back, Josh set his sights on becoming a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). He is now enrolled at M State, on track to complete his degree by 2026. The program helped Josh restore his driver’s license, stay on track with school, and cover costs with supportive services like a laptop and car repairs. Rita Rebuilds a Career A single mother who had not held paid employment since age 16, Rita came to the program looking for a fresh start. After exploring several career paths through job shadowing in healthcare, she found her passion. In March, she became a certified nursing assistant and is continuing her studies at M State to become a registered nurse. Today, she’s proudly working as a CNA and building a future for her family. The program supported her with gas cards, scrubs, a laptop, and ongoing encouragement. The Empowered Worker Program connects participants to mentorship, training, and employment, while also addressing critical needs like transportation, work attire, and child care. 15/25 LIVE YOUR best life HERE Communications & Public Relations • 520 W. Fir Avenue • Fergus Falls, MN 56537 • 218-998-8058 • ottertailcounty.gov Want to Get Involved? Individuals interested in the Empowered Worker Program can complete a referral form to connect with a Workforce Navigator. Eligible participants must be 18 or older, Minnesota residents authorized to work in the U.S. and face a barrier to employment such as a criminal record, housing instability, limited English proficiency, or low income. For more information or to make a referral, visit ottertailcounty.gov/empowered-worker/. 16/25 Housing Growth & Development Committee Meeting Notes Date/Time: April 14 @ 1:00pm Committee members: Jeff Ackerson (virtual), Dave Schornack (in person) Outline of key actions discussed: 1. Multi-year housing plans a. Single family construction through the HRA i. Every other year cycle for application to MN Housing Impact Fund ii. Enhance partnerships with Habitat for Humanity, MAHUBE-OTWA, West Central Minnesota Community Action, etc. to increase production b. Multi-family construction i. Continue affordable senior housing development that is owned and operated by the HRA c. Redevelopment i. Westridge Mall redevelopment will be the main priority under this area, if it moves forward and we acquire the property in the short-term d. Rehab of existing housing stock i. Additional programs to meet community needs of rehabbing the existing housing stock 2. Pinewood Estates Update a. Framing is in progress and construction is slightly ahead of schedule, anticipating completion in the fall b. Met with realtor partner about localized community outreach for the homes and lots. Additional outreach to: i. Schools to meet the housing needs of new teachers moving to the community ii. Other large employers including the nursing home, turkey plant, and Lake Region Electric Cooperative c. Planning a block party celebration and home walkthrough in late summer when homes are substantially completed 3. ROI of public investment in housing presentation from Ben Winchester a. Ben presented on this topic at the May Housing Summit and has now input Otter Tail County specific data into their research model. He will be presenting to us and a few key stakeholders on July 1 at 12pm. Next meeting: Monday, July 14 @ 1pm 17/25 218-998-8060 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER LIVE YOUR best life HERE. Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov Workforce Support & Digital Equity Committee Meeting Notes Date/Time: June 17 @ 3pm Committee members: Kurt Mortenson (in person), Bob Schempp (virtual), Betsy Roder (virtual) Outline of key actions discussed: 1. Empowered Worker Program update a. Opened the program to referrals of individuals that are not currently served by Otter Tail County staff, including self-referrals and employers with upskilling needs in Drive for 5 industries b. Navigator met with three employers with interest in referring their employees to the program c. Distributed press release highlighting participant success stories with training and finding employment d. Drive for 5 Grant program was funded by the legislature at $12 million for the next biennium, so staff will keep this on our radar for a future application to the program e. Committee was supportive of an application to DEED Growing Careers Agriculture Workforce Grant Program to expand the Empowered Worker Program to ag and ag- relevant careers 2. Child care updates a. Fergus Falls is reconvening their Rural Child Care Innovation Program (RCCIP) group to advance child care projects i. Fergus Falls child care capacity is down approximately 20 percent ii. Staff has been involved in the discussions and action planning of this group as they explore state grant opportunities for a family child care project led by PioneerCare 3. On the Map updates a. Gopher football Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) visits last year led to another visit from former Gopher player who is now a Vikings player and a few of his teammates. This visit reinforced Otter Tail Lakes Country’s “transformative, not transactional” approach to resident recruitment b. Cost of Living comparison infographics were shared by OTLCA as informative data Next meeting: Tuesday, July 15 @3pm 18/25 218-998-8060 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER LIVE YOUR best life HERE. Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 1 OTTER TAIL COUNTY - MINNESOTA 2025 Community Growth Partnership Grant Guidelines I. PURPOSE The Community Growth Partnership Grant Program was established and funded by the Otter Tail County Community Development Agency (CDA). The goals of the Program are to increase the tax base and improve the quality of life in Otter Tail County through four strategies:  Affordable Housing: Promote the development of affordable workforce and supportive housing.  Redevelopment: Assist with redevelopment of blighted and under-utilized areas to maximize their potential economic value and minimize their negative impact on the livability of a community.  Commercial Rehabilitation: Support business creation/retention and main street revitalization through exterior improvements and reinvestment.  Public Infrastructure: Expand new residential sewer, water, stormwater, road, and sidewalk construction within cities necessary to support new housing development. II. PROGRAM INFORMATION ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS Eligible applicants for this program are cities or townships in Otter Tail County, except Fergus Falls. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS The city or township seeking to apply must contact the CDA at cda@ottertailcounty.gov to review the project and activities, determine preliminary eligibility, and review application and match requirements and availability of program funding. Applications must be submittedapproved by the CDA prior to the commencement of Eligible Activitiesthe Project (see Definitions). It is the city or township’s responsibility to be aware of the submission requirements needed to prepare an application with the applicable sections completed in accordance with this guide and the type of grant requested. The applicant shall submit a Community Growth Partnership Resolution adopted by the governing body, along with the application and necessary attachments. Applications are due by 4 pm on the 15th of each month to the Otter Tail County CDA, 520 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 or via email at cda@ottertailcounty.gov. Applications determined by the CDA to be incomplete or not legible will not be accepted and will be returned to the applicant. Contact Pam Minten at 218-998-8737 or cda@ottertailcounty.gov with questions or if you require assistance with completing or submitting your application. FUNDING AVAILABLE Maximum individual application amounts are:  Affordable Housing and Redevelopment: $25,000 19/25 218-998-8730 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 2  Commercial Rehabilitation: $25,000 for the establishment or funding of a locally administered commercial rehab program. $10,000 or 5% of the total project cost, whichever is less, for an individual private commercial rehabilitation project.  Pre-development planning: $5,000  Public Infrastructure: $100,000 Each request must be matched with a minimum $1 of other funds for every $1 requested. Matching funds need to be identified at the time of application and should be reviewed with CDA staff prior to application submittal. Maximum funding per applicant, excluding Public Infrastructure grant awards, is $50,000 in a calendar year, with multiple applications by eligible applicants allowed. III. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA The application must meet the following threshold criteria to be reviewed:  The application and a resolution of support must be approved by the respective city council or township board.  There must be a minimum leverage rate of 1 to 1 ($1 of other funds for every $1 of Grant funds). PRE-DEVELOPMENT PLANNING GRANTS Eligible Activities: Pre-Development Housing and Redevelopment Planning Grant funding is restricted to activities directly related to:  Housing studies or planning activities (e.g. financial analysis, market analysis, concept development, site design)  Redevelopment project planning (e.g. financial analysis, market analysis, concept development, site design, engineering studies, and environmental studies) to be developed as part of a Redevelopment Plan, as defined below. Redevelopment Planning Grants may be used to fund activities that are required to establish a Redevelopment Plan. As such, the Redevelopment Plan is not required to be in place to be eligible for a Redevelopment Planning Grant, so long as the Redevelopment Planning Grant is intended to be used to assist in the development of a Redevelopment Plan. AFFORDABLE HOUSING, REDEVELOPMENT, AND COMMERCIAL REHABILITATION GRANTS Eligible Activities: Affordable Housing, Redevelopment, and Commercial Rehabilitation Grant funding is restricted to the following activities:  Property acquisition (see Other Requirements below)  Necessary public improvements including, but not limited to parking structures, sewer and water, sidewalks, street reconstruction, stormwater management, and streetscape within the redevelopment area  Relocation payments to occupants of property acquired with program funds 20/25 218-998-8730 ® COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 3  Clearance and demolition expenses related to site assemblage for redevelopment and consistent with the Redevelopment Plan  Clean up of pollution or other contaminants on the impacted site  Historic preservation (rehabilitation of properties with national or local significance in order to preserve that significance)  Corrections to soil conditions that require extraordinary expense to remediate  Rehabilitation of a commercial property that is linked to the elimination or preventions of blight, or correction of building code deficiencies Ineligible Activities: The Project Grant cannot be used for the following activities:  Costs not included in the application  Costs incurred prior to approval of a grant application  Interior improvements or rehabilitation temporary in nature  Administration expenses  Public facilities (non-parking) Other Requirements: Property acquisition may be undertaken by a public, private or non-profit entity as part of a project. In all instances, the CDA will provide the Grant to the applicant as grantee, which in turn, will provide those funds to another acquiring entity if necessary. The corresponding grant agreement will specify conditions whereby the acquiring entity will have no recourse to the CDA in matters related to the acquisition of real property. If federal funds are used in whole or in part for a project, including property acquisition, clearance and/or construction, all provisions of 49 CFR 24.101 (the Uniform Relocation Act or URA) must be followed. With all funding sources, the cost of property acquisition must be based on a determination of fair market value as derived from an independent appraisal and/or county assessed value. Minnesota Statutes 117.50 et. seq. and related case law also requires that in all acquisitions undertaken by an acquiring entity without federal participation, the authority must provide relocation assistance as a cost of acquisition. Additionally, the Minnesota Supreme Court held that an authority may be responsible for certain relocation costs when the property is acquired by a private developer if the activities of the authority and the developer are so intertwined to produce a joint acquisition of the project. PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE Eligible Activities: Public Infrastructure Grant funding is restricted to the following activities:  Construction of new residential sewer, water, stormwater, road, and sidewalk improvements related to new housing development Infrastructure must be located within city limits of the city applying. IV. REVIEW CRITERIA THRESHOLD CRITERIA 21/25 218-998-8730 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 4 Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered for funding.  The application must demonstrate a minimum leverage rate of 1 to 1 ($1 of other funds for every $1 of the requested grant).  The application must be approved by the respective city council/township board by resolution that includes the Required Resolution Provisions (example resolution attached).  The applicant must be supportive of the CDA’s goals, as demonstrated by the applicant’s adoption of the Required Resolution Provisions. COMPETITIVE CRITERIA If the application meets all threshold criteria, the application will then be reviewed and rated on the following criteria. To be eligible for Community Growth Partnership Grant funding, the application must meet a minimum of 40 points in Competitive Criteria, as defined here:  Leverage: Applications should include a variety of other funding sources committed to the project. Other funding sources could include TIF, DEED, or other public and private resources. Evidence of funding commitments must be submitted with the application. [25 Maximum Points]  Readiness to Proceed: The applicant should be ready to proceed with the identified project upon funding award (e.g. zoning approvals in place, site control secured, financing commitments in place). [15 Maximum Points]  Housing Affordability: To receive points under Housing Affordability, the housing project must be either (a) rental–available to households with incomes at/below 60% of the area median income (AMI) or; (b) owner–available to households with incomes at/below 115% of AMI or the income limits established by the State for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts. If the project is a rental project, the owner must be willing to accept Tenant Based Rental Assistance (Housing Choice Voucher and other tenant based rental assistance). [10 Maximum Points]  Economic Benefit: The project should have a defined impact on the local economy. This impact is measurable through growth in property taxes and new and/or retained jobs. [15 Maximum Points]  Environmental Improvement: Redevelopment Plans that will clean-up, prevent and protect from environmental hazards are encouraged. Applicants should work with state agencies and professional consultants to identify the optimum remedy and create sustainable redevelopment. [10 Maximum Points]  Removal and/or Prevention of Blight: Points will be awarded to projects that remove blight or blighted properties and/or properties with obsolete structures beyond their useful life. [25 Maximum Points] V. SELECTION Applications will be reviewed by CDA staff and applicable committee. Applications must be completed and received by the CDA by the 15th of the month. Applications meeting the threshold criteria and scoring highly on the competitive criteria will be submitted to the CDA Board of Commissioners for approval. After selection and approval by the CDA Board of Commissioners, the CDA will issue a letter of commitment and enter into a grant agreement with the applicant. VI. GRANT AGREEMENT 22/25 218-998-8730 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 5 CDA staff will work with the applicant and enter into a Grant Agreement. This agreement will detail the terms and conditions of the grant and allow for the release of funds to the applicant. The grant agreement will require funds to be spent within 18 months of the date of the agreement. Waivers and extensions to any provision in the agreement requested by the grantee will be considered on a case-by-case basis depending on the merits of the request. Grants will be paid on a reimbursement basis. Grantees will be required to submit semi-annual progress reports to the CDA. VII. DEFINITIONS  Activity: Components of the Project described in the application for which Grant funds are being requested. Activities for which Grant funds are being requested must qualify as “Eligible Activities” under the corresponding project type as described in the Eligibility Criteria section above. Activities do not in and of themselves comprise the Project for which Grant funds are requested.  Commercial Rehabilitation: Permanent exterior improvements to upgrade and improve the facades and appearance of commercial/retail buildings or the correction of building code deficiencies.  Housing Affordability: “Affordable” is defined as (a) rental–available to households with incomes at/below 60% of the area median income (AMI); (b) owner–available to households with incomes at/below 115% of AMI or the income limits established by the State for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts. Term of affordability and associated reporting to be determined based on the conditions of project’s primary funding.  Pre-Development Planning Activity: Activities intended to define or refine an identified future housing or redevelopment project.  Project: The overall work being done, whichthat is made up of activities or plans that align with the following Project types: of Affordable Housing, Redevelopment, Commercial Rehabilitation, and Public Infrastructure. Not all components of the Project must be Eligible Activities, but the use of Component of the Activity or Plan for which Grant funds are requested. The grant fundsing is restricted to the eligible activities as defined in Minnesota Statutes, 469.001 – 469.047 and public infrastructure for housing development.  Redevelopment: The reconstruction, re-use or change in use of any developed property that improves the economic use and value of property. Redevelopment is usually characterized by the clearance of existing structures and new construction. The new use may be residential, commercial, retail, industrial or other use that the applicant supports.  Redevelopment Plan: as defined by Minnesota Statutes 469.002 Subd. 16: "Redevelopment plan" means a plan approved by the governing body, or by an agency designated by the governing body for the purpose of approving such plans or authorized by law to do so, of each city in which any of a redevelopment project is to be carried out, which plan provides an outline for the development or redevelopment of the area and is sufficiently complete (1) to indicate its relationship to definite local objectives as to appropriate land uses; and (2) to indicate general land uses and general standards of development or redevelopment. A Redevelopment Plan will identify a redevelopment area and activities to be undertaken within the area, as well as city objectives. 23/25 218-998-8730 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov 6 EXAMPLE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the City/Township of ___________ has identified and reviewed a proposed project of ________________ within the City/Township that meets the Otter Tail County Community Development Agency (CDA) Community Growth Partnership Grant program’s purposes and criteria; and WHEREAS, the City has the capability and capacity to ensure the proposed project to be completed and administered within the Community Growth Partnership Grant program guidelines; and WHEREAS, the City has the legal authority to apply for financial assistance; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City/Township of __________ approves the application for funding from the Otter Tail County CDA Community Growth Partnership Grant program. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the Otter Tail County CDA, the {insert authorized official’s name here}, the {insert authorized official’s title here}, is hereby authorized to execute such agreements as are necessary to receive and use the funding for the proposed project. 24/25 218-998-8730 @ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OTTER TAIL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Government Services Center 520 West Fir Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 @ ottertailcounty.gov OTTER TAIL COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION July 2, 2025 BOARD MEETING DATE AGENDA ITEM #5B Amy Baldwin 6/26/2025 REQUESTOR’S SIGNATURE/DATE BOARD ACTION REQUESTED Consider Pinewood Estates Lots for Impact Fund application PROPOSED REQUEST/JUSTIFICATION The MN Housing Impact Fund Program is currently open for application through MN Housing. This is the program currently being leveraged to support the construction of the three single family homes in Pinewood Estates. Staff is proposing that two additional single-family builds be included in an upcoming HRA application to the MN Housing Impact Fund Program. The product proposed would be a slab on grade with no basement (if site built) or on a crawl space (modular construction) to provide a different housing product in the neighborhood. Applications are due July 10, with anticipated action by the MN Housing Board of Directors in December 2025. If selected, execution of contracts would be expected in spring 2026 with a 36- month timeline to complete the project. This application would be part of an application by the HRA for the construction of a total of seven homes in three communities throughout Otter Tail County. Lots are currently listed for $20,000; staff is requested that the CDA consider providing the lots at a reduced price of $10,000 for the purposes of leverage and partnership to strengthen the application. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DATE: Amy Baldwin 6/26/2025 ATTACHMENT LIST: FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: reduced lot sale revenue BUDGETED: YES NO FUNDING: 25/25