2015-06-25 Council Special Mtg PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, June 25, 2015 — 9:00 am
Mendota Heights City Hall
1. Call to Order/ Roll Call
2. Consideration of Assistance for Prime Therapeutics
• Resolution 2015-45, Regarding the Support of a Job Creation Fund Application in
Connection with Prime Therapeutics, LLC
• Resolution 2015-46, Regarding Prime Therapeutics, LLC
3. Adjourn
1101 Victoria Curve I Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota-heights.com
CITY OF 1•
m MENDOTA HE[GHTS
DATE: June 25, 2015
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Mark McNeill, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Economic Assistance Proposal—Prime Therapeutics
Comment:
INTRODUCTION:
The Council is asked to authorize the appropriate City officials to make applications to the
Minnesota Department of Energy and Economic Development on behalf of Prime Therapeutics
in its efforts to expand that business into Mendota Heights.
Included in this is a request for Council to approve two resolutions in support of a Minnesota Job
Creation Fund (JCF) application, and an application for financing from the Minnesota
Investment Fund (MIF).
BACKGROUND;
City staff was recently notified that the City of Mendota Heights was one of three locations being
considered for the potential expansion of an existing Twin Cites business, which would create an
additional 375 to 425 jobs.
No City economic incentives were being requested of Mendota Heights; however, if selected, the
City of Mendota Heights would be asked to commit to being the financial sponsor and processor
of a loan application.
On June 17th, we were notified that Mendota Heights had been chosen. The business is Prime
Therapeutics (Prime), which is currently headquartered in Eagan. The company has more than
3800 employees nationwide, with approximately 2000 of those being located in Minnesota.
Prime is owned by 13 not-for-profit Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans, subsidiaries or affiliates
of those plans. It provides for the on-line filling of pharmaceuticals, benefits, claims resolution,
and clinical outcomes and management.
The location for this new business is at 1440-1444 Northland Drive. The building was originally
constructed for Sanford -Brown College, and was more recently the home of the Cray
Corporation. However, the building has been vacant for approximately five years.
Prime would occupy a total of 97,500 square feet; that would be through an initial five year lease
(with the option of 2 -two year extensions). The landlord would invest $3.45 million in site and
building improvements; Prime would invest a further $4.53 million into location improvements
which would not necessarily impact taxable property value.
The project is on a fast track (and is the reason for the request for the special meeting on June
25th). According to the company's schedule, it needs a commitment of all funds by July 1. The
construction is to commence immediately thereafter—the City has committed to the processing
building permit applications in a timely manner. Prime wants to begin operations January 1,
2016.
If approved, the proposed expansion would create a minimum of an additional 375 jobs over the
next three years, excluding any internal transfers:
• 147 Pharmacy Technicians
• 43 Pharmacists
• 91 Clinical Review Assistants
• 94 Support Staff
Annual Salary: $ 41,000
121,000
34,000
90,000
Average Wage $ 60,000
Note that the above is salary only; for loan application purposes, the hourly value of non -
required benefits adds $4.04 per hour. The Job Creation Fund requires that jobs which are
benefitted by this program receive in excess of 110% of Federal minimum wage, which these do.
It is for these new jobs that State economic development assistance is sought. As such, the City
of Mendota Heights must support the loan applications.
BUDGET IMPACT
MIF is a loan which is offered through DEED, and is necessary to make this project viable. It
requires no matching funds or direct financial participation by the City. While DEED and
Greater MSP have been integral in the preparation of the application materials, City staff will
need to be involved with future monitoring and reporting. Public hearings will need to be held.
The City will not be obligated for any performance or reporting requirements beyond the term of
the loan. The loan is intended to be "forgivable"; assuming Prime creates the jobs listed over the
next three years, the loan will become a grant to the company. If the jobs are not created,
repayment will be needed from Prime.
A representative of DEED will be in attendance at the June 25th special Council meeting to
answer questions.
RECOMMENDATION
The move of Prime Therapeutics to Mendota Heights will fill long vacant commercial space and
create jobs. That will add to the financial viability of the Mendota Heights' industrial area, and
improve the tax base. Therefore, I recommend that the City Council approve the two
resolutions.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion, adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION 2015-45, A REGARDING THE SUPPORT OF A JOB CREATION FUND
APPLICATION IN CONNECTION WITH RESOLUTION 2015-46
RESOLUTION 2015-46 A RESOLUTION REGARDING PRIME THERAPUTICS, LLC
Mark McNeill
City Administrator
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2015-45
RESOLUTION REGARDING THE SUPPORT OF A JOB CREATION FUND APPLICATION
IN CONNECTION WITH Prime Therapeutics, LLC
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota (the "City"), desires to assist Prime
Therapeutics, LLC, a pharmacy benefit management company, which is proposing to construct a
facility in the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota Heights understands that Prime Therapeutics, LLC, through
and with the support of the City, intends to submit to the Minnesota Department of Employment and
Economic Development an application for an award and/or rebate from the Job Creation Fund
Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota Heights held a city council meeting on June 25, 2015, to
consider this matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, after due consideration, the Mayor and City
Administrator of the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota, hereby express their approval of the project
proposed by Prime Therapeutics, LLC and its application for an award and/or rebate from the Job
Creation Fund Program.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 25th day of June, 2015.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Sandra Krebsbach, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lorri Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, NHNNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2015-46
RESOLUTION REGARDING Prime Therapeutics, LLC
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Mendota Heights act as the legal sponsor for project(s) contained
in the Business and Community Development Application to be submitted on and that the
Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized to apply to the Department of Employment and Economic
Development for funding of this project on behalf of the City of Mendota Heights.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Mendota Heights has the legal authority to apply for
financial assistance, and the institutional, managerial, and financial capability to ensure adequate construction,
operation, maintenance and replacement of the proposed project for its design life.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Mendota Heights has not incurred any costs and has
not entered into any written agreements to purchase property.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Mendota Heights has not violated any Federal, State,
or local laws pertaining to fraud, bribery, kickbacks, collusion, conflict of interest or other unlawful or corrupt
practice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the state, the City of Mendota
Heights may enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota for the above -referenced project(s), and that
the City of Mendota Heights certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and regulations as stated in all
contract agreements and described on the Compliance Certification of the Business and Community
Development Application.
AS APPLICABLE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Mendota Heights has obtained
credit reports and credit information from Prime Therapeutics, LLC and (Name of Owners).
Upon review by the City of Mendota Heights and (Applicant's Legal Counsel), no adverse
findings or concerns regarding, but not limited to, tax liens, judgements, court actions, and filings with state,
federal and other regulatory agencies were identified. Failure to disclose any such adverse information could
result in revocation or other legal action.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Administrator, or their successors
in office, are hereby authorized to execute such agreements and amendments thereto, as are necessary to
implement the project(s) on behalf of the applicant.
I CERTIFY THAT the above resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights on the
25th day of June, 2015.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Sandra Krebsbach, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lorri Smith, City Clerk
POSITIVELY Initial Application
'0.1004( Minnesota Investment Fund
Department of Employment and Economic Development
Application should not be submitted without consulting with DEED Loan Officer to discuss project eligibility.
DEED will use the information below to better understand the project scope and to determine if the local government,
business and project are eligible for Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) program funds. DEED will make a project
eligibility determination within 30 days of receiving a complete application. Supplemental project documents will be
required following application approval.
LOCAL UNIT OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: City of Mendota Heights Contact Name/Title: Mark McNeill / City Administrator
Address: 1101 Victoria Curve City Mendota Heights State: MN Zip: 55118
Telephone: (651) 255-1153
Email: markm@Mendota-heights.com
Does the local government have an EDA? ■❑ Yes ❑No
1) Does applicant have a Revolving Loan Fund? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
If yes: What is the balance of the DEED revolving loan funds?
What is the balance of all other revolving loan funds?
What is the amount the local government is committing to this project?
Please note, any federal revolving loan fund balance must be used prior to requesting additional federal MIF funding.
2) Is the applicant up to date with the filing of Minnesota Business Assistance Forms? ❑■ Yes ❑ No
3) Does the community have any outstanding TIF issues associated with the property? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
BUSINESS/PROJECT BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Business Name: Prime Therapeutics, LLC
Address: 1305 Corporate Center Drive
Telephone: (612) 777-5476
Contact Name/Title: Brian Holmes ./ Sr. Dir., RE & Facilities
City Eagan
Email: Brian.Holmes@PrimeTherapeutics.com
4) Business Type: ❑ Startup 0 Expansion
State: MN Zi p: 55121
5) Will any jobs be relocated from another Minnesota site or from outside of Minnesota? ❑ Yes ONo
If yes, which location(s) will the employees be relocated from? NA
6) Current Number of Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Employees in Minnesota: 2000 (as of 6/1/15)
*Full Time Equivalent (FTE) is based on a total annual hours of 2080.
7) Number of new FTE jobs to be created within 2 years in Minnesota: 375
*Job number will be used to determine eligibility, for scoring and for job creation commitments.
8) What is the hourly base wage of the lowest paid job that will be created? $ 13.03
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POSITIVELY Initial Application
'0.1004( Minnesota Investment Fund
Department of Employment and Economic Development
9) Will benefits be provided? ■❑ Yes ❑No
If yes: What is the hourly value of the benefits? $ 4.04
Which benefits will be provided?
■❑ Health ❑■ Dental ■❑ Retirement ❑■ Life ❑ Profit Sharing/Bonuses
10) Does the property or the business have any outstanding local, state or federal tax liabilities? ❑ Yes *No
If so, please detail tax and liability:
ESTIMATED PROJECT TIMETABLE
Task:
Estimated Completion Date:
Commitment of all funds
7/1/15
Start of construction
7/1/15
Purchase equipment
7/1/15
Complete construction
10/31/15
Begin operations
12/1/15
ESTIMATED SOURCES AND USES OF FUNDS
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Local
MIF
Bank
Equity
Government
Other
Total
Property Acquisition
Site Improvement
$ 450,000.00
$ 450,000.00
New Construction
Renovation of an
Existing Building
$ 1,580,000.00
$ 3,000,000.00
$ 4,580,000.00
Purchase of Machinery
& Equipment
Public Infrastructure
Other
$ 1,000,000.00
$ 950,000.00
$ 1,000,000.00
$ 2,950,000.00
Total Project Costs
$ 1,000,000.00
$ 2,530,000.00
$ 4,450,000.00
$ 7,980,000.00
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POSITIVELY Initial Application
_-001q _ Minnesota Investment Fund
Department of Employment and Economic Development
ATTAC H M E NTS
Attach the following information with the application. Application is not considered complete until all
documents have been received.
10) Include a project narrative which answers the following questions:
A) Briefly describe the past and present operations of the business and/or events leading up to its creation.
Include when business was established and any change in controlling ownership within the last five years. Does
the marketing strategy support the planned expansion or start-up? What is the business' competitive position in
the marketplace?
B) Describe the proposed project for which financing is being requested. Discuss such topics as square footage
of the new building, lease or ownership, etc.
C) Provide local governments' summary of the projects financial feasibility. For example, summarize other
funding sources, the debt/equity ratio and the retained earnings levels.
D) Describe the local governments' ability to manage the grant, revolving loan fund, state and local compliance
requirements, and the implementation of the project:
E) Explain why MIF financing is necessary for this project?
11) Three years historical financial information & 2 years projected: Balance Sheets, Profit and Loss Statements and Cash
Flow Statements.
12) Business Plan: Company History, Market Opportunity and Competitive Advantage
ENVIRONMENTAL
13) Are there any environmental risks associated with the site, building, or the business itself? ❑ Yes ■❑ No
14) Will the project result in the loss or diminution of wetlands? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
*If yes, attach a narrative that describes the measures which will be taken to mitigate all functional values of
the wetlands that will be lost or diminished.
15) Will the proposed project be located in a flood plain? ❑ Yes ■❑ No
If yes, is flood insurance required? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
16) Have state environmental review requirements been met, if applicable? ❑■ Yes ❑ No
17) Does the project involve a historical property? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
18) Does the project include the expansion of the building footprint by 20% or more? ❑ Yes ❑■ No
19) Does the project include the installation of a new sewer and/or water system? ❑ Yes ❑■
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POSITIVELY Initial Application
'0.1004( Minnesota Investment Fund
Department of Employment and Economic Development
BUSINESS OFFICIAL MUST READ AND SIGN THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
DATA PRIVACY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Tennessen Warning Notice: per MN Statutes 13.04, Subd.2, this data is being requested from you to determine if you
are eligible for a loan under the Minnesota Investment Fund program. You are not required to provide the requested
information, but failure to do so may result in the department's inability to determine your eligibility for a loan pursuant
to the criteria developed under the program's enabling legislation. The data you provide is classified as private or non-
public and cannot be shared without your permission except as specified in statute.
Data Privacy Notice: per MN Statutes 13.591, Subdivision 1, certain data provided in this application is private or non-
public data; this includes financial information about the business, including credit reports, financial statements, net
worth calculations, business plans; income and expense projections; balance sheets; customer lists; income tax returns;
and design, market, and feasibility studies not paid for with public funds. Per MN Statutes 116J.401, Subd. 3., certain
data provided in this application is private data; this includes data collected on individuals pursuant to the operation of
the Minnesota Investment Fund program.
I have read the above statements and I agree to supply the information requested to the MN Department of
Employment and Economic Development, Office of JOBZ and Business Finance with full knowledge of the information
provided herein. I certify that all information provided herein is true and accurate and that the official signing this form
has authorization to do so.
Name/Title of Business Official:
Signature of Business Official:
Brian Holmes / Sr. Director of Real Estate & Facilities Operations
Date:
6/19/15
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POSITIVELY
Job Creation Fund(JCF) ram
� ) Pro g
Department of Employment and Economic Development Application
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The Job Creation Fund (JCF) Program provides job creation awards and capital investment rebates to designated
businesses that retain or create high -paying, full-time permanent jobs and invest in real property improvements. The
program is available statewide for manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, and other eligible business activities.
Applications are accepted on a year-round basis as funds are available.
To become a designated JCF business and receive benefits, a business must work in conjunction with the local
government where the JCF business will be located. AJCF application must be completed and submitted to the
Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) by the local government. Step-by-step
instructions are listed below and applications may be submitted by mail or email to:
Emily Johnson
Program Manager—Job Creation Fund
332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200
St. Paul, MN 55101
Emily.a.iohnson@state.mn.us
Completing the Job Creation Fund (JCF) Program Application: Step -by -Step Instructions
In consultation with DEED, the local government will make a preliminary determination about whether a business meets
the minimum program requirements. Use the Job Creation Fund Eligibility and Application Checklist on the program
website for guidance. If a business is potentially eligible, the following steps are completed:
1. The business provides the information to the local government needed to complete JCF Application. A local
government resolution in support of the project must be included. Local officials must submit the application to
DEED.
2. DEED evaluates the application and notifies the local government and business of approval or denial. If
approved, DEED will formally designate the business as a JCF business and determine a job creation award
and/or capital investment rebate amount. Awards and/or rebates of $500,000 or more require DEED to hold a
public hearing.
3. Jobs created and/or capital investment expenditures may be counted after the business is formally notified by
DEED that it has been designated as a JCF business.
4. DEED will draft a business subsidy agreement specifying the award and/or rebate to be provided after required
job creation and capital investment goals are met. The JCF business and the DEED commissioner sign the
business subsidy agreement.
5. The local government will assist the business with submitting required annual progress reports, payment
request documentation, and other information requested by DEED. The local government will also provide
information on annual changes in wage requirements.
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POSITIV�i�LY
JOB CREATION FUND PROGRAM APPLICATION
DepaAment of Employment and Eeonamic Development
SECTION 1 - LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS APPLICANT INFORMATION
Local Government Project Sponsor:
Local Government Contact Name and Title:
City of Mendota Heights
Mark McNeill / City Administrator
Email:
Telephone:
markm@mendota-heights.com
(651) 255-1153
Address:
City/State/Zip:
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Business Legal Name:
Parent Company Name (if applicable):
Prime Therapeutics, LLC
NA
Mailing Address:
City/State/Zip:
1305 Corporate Center Drive
Eagan, MN 55121
Street Address for Project Applying for JCF (JCF Project):
City/State/Zip for JCF Project:
1440 & 1444 Northland Dr.
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Primary Business Contact and Title:
E-mail:
Brian Holmes / Sr. Dir., RE & Facilities Operations
Brian.Holmes@PrimeTherapeutics.com
Website:
Telephone:
http://www.primetherapeutics.com/index.html
(612) 777-5476
Minnesota Tax ID:
FEIN:
6822674
26-0076803
NAICS Code:
Primary Business Activity for Proposed Project:
541600
Additional office space - contact center and other typical o
SECTION 2 - PROJECT OVERVIEW
�Pro ect Type:
�New business with no parent company or current operations
Expansion of existing facility or Minnesota company
Expansion to Minnesota by a company with existing operations outside Minnesota
Project will involve:
0 Leasing an existing facility where leasehold improvements will be made
Leasing a facility to be constructed
Ownership of an existing facility and making improvements
Construction and ownership of a new facility
Are there facility or land limitations that do not allow the business to expand at an existing Minnesota facility?
Yes ❑ No Not applicable
Could thisnroject be located outside of Minnesota and serve the same customers?
Yes ❑ No
Project Timeframe:
Task:
Estimated Completion Date: (mm/dd)
Commitment of all funds
7/1/15
Start of construction
7/1/15
Purchase equipment
7/1/15
Complete construction
10/31/15
Begin operations
12/1/15
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Current number of permanent, full-time employees company-wide: 3,846
Current number of permanent, full-time employees in Minnesota: 2,000
Current number of permanent, full-time employees at proposed JCF site: 0
Will any jobs be relocated from another Minnesota site to the proposed JCF site? Yes IN No
If yes, which location(s) will the employees be relocated from? NA
*for jobs relocated from another Minnesota location, a letter in support of the move from the city where the job
will be moving from must be attached
Average wage for retained and/or new permanent, full-time employees: $60,000.00
Projected number of new full-time permanent jobs at proposed JCF project site:
To be created in Year 1 To be created in Year 2 To be created in Year 3
# new FT, permanent jobs:
75
12
288
*full-time permanent jobs means positions with expected work hours of 2080 annually
Sources & Uses:
*since JCF funds are pay -for -performance, they should not be included as a source or use of funds
Does the property or the business have any outstanding local, state or federal tax liabilities? Yes ■ No
If yes, describe: NA
Have state environmental review requirements been met for the project, if applicable? 0 Yes 0 No
Are there current or unsatisfied judgments or injunctions against the business or owners? Yes ■ No
If Yes, describe: NA
Is there current or pending litigation involving the business? M. 0 No
If yes, attach summary and disposition.
Within the past five years, has there been any violation(s), citation(s), or complaint(s) of discrimination filed
IDagainst the company in a state or federal court or before any state, federal or local government agency?
Yes 1 No If Yes, attach a copy of the violation(s), citation(s), or complaint(s) and the disposition of each.
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Bank(s)
Equity
State
Local Gov't
Other
Total
(Landi(d
Property Acquisition
Site Improvement
$450,000
$ 450,000.00
New Construction
Renovation of an
Existing Building
$ 1,580,000.00
$3,000,000
$ 4,580,000.00
Purchase of Machinery
& Equipment
Infrastructure
$0
Other:
Purchase of FF&E
$ 950,000.00
$2,000,000
$ 2,950,000.00
Other:
$0
Total Project Cost
$0
$2,530,000
$2,000,000
$0
$3,450,000
$7,980,000
Does the property or the business have any outstanding local, state or federal tax liabilities? Yes ■ No
If yes, describe: NA
Have state environmental review requirements been met for the project, if applicable? 0 Yes 0 No
Are there current or unsatisfied judgments or injunctions against the business or owners? Yes ■ No
If Yes, describe: NA
Is there current or pending litigation involving the business? M. 0 No
If yes, attach summary and disposition.
Within the past five years, has there been any violation(s), citation(s), or complaint(s) of discrimination filed
IDagainst the company in a state or federal court or before any state, federal or local government agency?
Yes 1 No If Yes, attach a copy of the violation(s), citation(s), or complaint(s) and the disposition of each.
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SECTION 3 - REQUIRED INFORMATION
*Information from the items listed below will be used to evaluate potential awards and rebates for a business
requesting JCF designation. Please be thorough in addressing the requested information and clearly identify
responses to each item separately by number.
PART A— Business Description. Describe the business and its major activities. Please include the following
information:
1. Business overview and company history and ownership -include organizational structure, parent comapany
and any affiliates
2. Product or industry outlook for the JCF project
3. Total projected sales for the JCF project both inside and outside of Minnesota
4. Estimated sales to Minnesota customers that replace purchases from outside Minnesota
5. Markets (local, statewide, national, international) along with their respective percentage to total sales and
the customers served
6. Philanthropic or other ways in which the business contributes or will contribute to Minnesota
7. Attach two years of historical financials (Profit & Loss/Balance Sheets/Income Statement/Cash Flow
Statement) and financial projections
PART B — Project Description. Describe the project for which JCF funds are being requested. Please include
the following information:
8. Provide details for the project for which JCF funds are being requested. Discuss topics such as square
footage increase, lease vs ownership, new construction vs renovation or leasehold improvements, etc.
9. Describe how the JCF project will strengthen and/or diversify the local or Minnesota economy
10. Describe any local government assistance for the JCF project (e.g., city loan, abatement, TIF, etc,) and
comment on dollar amounts and/or general information on any city projects related to this project.
11. Attach line -item construction cost estimates for real property improvements for the JCF project
12. If available, attach a commitment letter from each financing source (ie Financial Institutions), including a
letter of commitment for any business equity
PART C — Business Competitors. Identify the competitors of the business within local community (city and
county), the adjacent counties, and in the state of Minnesota. Include:
13. The name of each major competitor and the location of each competitor by city
14. How the products or services are different than the JCF business'
15. How the markets are different from the JCF business'
PART D — Detailed job & wage information.
16. If applicable, provide quarterly payroll reports from the last year for current permanent full-time
employees who will be located at the JCF project site
17. For new full-time permanent employees, complete the form on Page 5 of this application or attach a
listing of jobs that includes the information from the form on Page 5.
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JOB CREATION FORM - PERMANENT JOBS TO BE CREATED
POSITION TITLE
(list permanent full time positions only)*
BER
NUMBER
OF POSITIONS
HOURLY CASH
WAGE RATE
WITHOUT
BENEFITS
HOURLY VALUE
OF BENEFITS **
TOTAL HOURLY
CASH WAGE
INCLUDING
BENEFITS
Pharmacy Tech.
147
$19.71
$4.04
$23.75
Pharmacist (RPH)
43
$58.17
$4.04
$62.21
Clinical Review Assistant (CRA)
91
$16.34
$4.04
$20.38
Support
94
$43.26
$4.04
$47.30
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Total jobs to be Created: 375 Average hourly Cash Wage: $60,000 Average hourly benefits: $4
*For the purposes of the Job Creation Fund program, job creation awards are provided for permanent full-time
positions working 2080 hours per year.
** includes non -mandated benefits to the employee. Social security tax, unemployment insurance, workers
compensation insurance and other benefits mandated by law must be excluded.
NOTE: Minnesota job creation fund businesses must pay each new full-time employee added pursuant to the
agreement total compensation, including benefits not mandated by law, that on an annualized basis is equal to at
least 110 percent of the federal poverty level for a family of four.
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SECTION 4 - BUSINESS ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND CERTIFICATION
DATA PRIVACY ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
Tennessen Warning Notice: per MN Statutes 13.04, Subd.2, this data is being requested from you to determine if you
are eligible for an award under the Job Creation Fund program. You are not required to provide the requested
information, but failure to do so may result in the department's inability to determine your eligibility for an award
pursuant to the criteria developed under the program's enabling legislation and rules. The data you provide is classified
as private or non-public and cannot be shared without your permission except as specified in statute.
Data Privacy Notice: per MN Statutes 13.591, Subdivision 1, certain data provided in this application is private or non-
public data; this includes financial information about the business, including credit reports, financial statements, net
worth calculations, business plans; income and expense projections; balance sheets; customer lists; income tax returns;
and design, market, and feasibility studies not paid for with public funds. Per MN Statutes 116J.401, Subd. 3., certain
data provided in this application is private data; this includes data collected on individuals pursuant to the operation of
the Job Creation Fund Program.
BUSINESS CERTIFICATION:
Financial Assistance Certification: I hereby certify that the Job Creation Fund program is necessary to my business start-
up or expansion and that without the Job Creation Fund my business start-up or expansion project would not happen to
the extent outlined in the Job Creation Fund Application. I certify that I will not count any existing positions or
employees moved or relocated from another of Minnesota facility where my business conducts operations as new
permanent full-time employees for the purposes of fulfilling requirements of the Job Creation Fund Program. I certify I
will not terminate, lay-off, or reduce the working hours of an employee for the purpose of hiring an individual to fulfill
the requirements of the Job Creation Fund Program. I certify that I will pay prevailing wages as required under the laws
of the State of Minnesota if applicable. I certify I will enlist the services of the Workforce Center Business Services and
will sign a Job Listing Agreement as a condition to receiving funds in excess of $200,000 from the MN Department of
Employment and Economic Development.
I have read the above statements and I agree to supply the information requested to the MN Department of
Employment and Economic Development, Office of Business Finance with full knowledge of the information provided
herein. I certify that all information provided herein is true and accurate and that the official signing this form has
authorization to do so.
Name/Title of Business Official:
Signature of Business Official:
Brian Holmes / Sr. Director of Real Estate & Facilities Operations
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATION:
Date:
6/19/15
I hereby certify that as the local government contact for the proposed Job Creation Fund project, I have reviewed the
application and business information. I agree to work with the Job Creation Fund Program business applicant to supply
information requested by the MN Department of Employment and Economic Development, Division of Business and
Community Development.
Name/Title of Local Government Contact:
Signature of Local Government Contact:
102214
Mark McNeill City Administrator
Date 06/25/2015
MENDOTA HEIGHTS - SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICANT INFORMATION
COMMUNITY NEEDS NARRATIVE JIL
Mendota Heights, Minnesota's unemployment rate is 5.7%, and 34.1% of its population is out of the labor force altogether (significantly higher
than the metro average of 27.5%). Six percent of families with children in Mendota heights have a household income that falls below the
poverty threshold. One out of four families with children under the age of 5 is in poverty in Mendota Heights, more than twice the metro
average (11%).
Mendota Heights' jobs in professional, scientific, and administrative industries (12.0%) are on par with the metro average (11.9%). In addition,
six out of ten of the city's working residents have an occupation in management, business, science, or the arts -17% greater than the metro -
wide average. Retaining and growing Mendota Heights' professional and scientific employment cluster is essential for supporting its residents
and daily workers.
EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY, 2013
INDUSTRY
Mendota
Heights,
Estimate
Mendota
Heights,
Greater MSP,
Difference
Civilian employed population 16 years and over
5,710
1,777,911
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining
29
0.5%
0.9%
-0.4%
Construction
153
2.7%
4.9%
-2.2%
Manufacturing
478
8.4%
13.5%
-5.1%
Wholesale trade
252
4.4%
3.1%
1.3%
Retail trade
562
9.8%
11.5%
-1.7%
Transportation and warehousing, and utilities
236
4.1%
4.5%
-0.4%
Information
160
2.8%
2.1%
0.7%
Finance and insurance, and real estate and rental and leasing
711
12.5%
8.7%
3.8%
Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative
and waste management services
685
12.0%11.9/°
0.1/° °
Educational services, and health care and social assistance
1,616
28.3%
23.1%
5.2%
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and
food services
318
5.6%8.2/°
-2.6/° °
Other services, except public administration
277
4.9%
4.5%
0.4%
Public administration
233
4.1%
3.3%
0.8%
EMPLOYMENT BY OCCUPATION, 2013
OCCUPATION
Mendota
Heights,
Estimate
Mendota
Heights,
Greater MSP,
Difference
Civilian employed population 16 years and over
5,710
1,777,911
Management, business, science, and arts occupations
3,396
59.5%
42.2%
17.3%
Service occupations
492
8.6%
15.6%
-7.0%
Sales and office occupations
1,388
24.3%
24.6%
-0.3%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations
129
2.3%
6.6%
-4.3%
Production, transportation, and material moving occupations
305
5.3%
11.2%
-5.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates.
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT (POPULATION 25 YEARS & OVER)
97.1% 92.9%
Mendota Heights' population is highly
educated, with 97.1% of its population
holding at least a high school diploma, and
well over half (57.6%) being college
in 57.6%
graduates.
38.4% Pharmacy and support occupations are well -
paying opportunities for those with a college
education and well-suited for a community
Percent high school graduate or higher Percent bachelor's degree or higher
® Mendota Heights - Greater MSP
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates.
Inflow/Outflow Job Counts in 2011
9,705 - Employed in Selection Area, Live Outside
5,784 - Live in Sele[tion Area, Employed putside
284 - Employed and Live in Selection Area
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Center for Economic Studies.
like Mendota Heights.
Of those who currently live in Mendota Heights, 95% work outside of
their home city.
On a daily basis, 97% of Mendota Heights' working population
commutes from other parts of the metro for their jobs. That is over
9,700 people who work in Mendota Heights but live and pay property
taxes elsewhere.
New jobs in Mendota Heights will positively affect surrounding
communities, opening employment opportunities to those seeking a
short commute. The largest share of people with primary jobs in
Mendota Heights (48%) travel less than 10 miles to theirjobs.
CONTRIBUTINGEVENTS • A UNIQUESITUATION
Target Corp. conducted another round of layoffs on Wednesday, June 17, this time eliminating 140 metro -area headquarters employees.
Target said the layoffs are part of the company's $2 billion restructuring plan announced in February. The Minneapolis-based retailer,
Minnesota's fifth-largest employer, has now cut 2,360 jobs in the U.S.
The largest U.S. cuts came in March, when Target laid off 1,700 headquarters workers and eliminated another 1,400 open positions.
Target is likely to lay off more employees following the $1.913 sale of its pharmacy and retail clinic business to CVS Health later this year.
Source: Minneapolis /St. Paul Business Journal.
EVENTS CONTRIBUTING • A DEPRESSED ECONOM1____d
In 2015 YTD, over 3,100 workers in the Minneapolis Saint Paul metro were laid off, according to DEED'S Dislocated Worker Program. Many of
these dislocated workers are coming from life science facilities and back office operations.
Company City Notification Industry Affected
Date Workers
Gannett Publishing Maple Grove 6/2/2015 323111 - Commercial Gravure Printing unknown
Mammoth (Nortek Air Eden Prairie 5/11/2015 423730 - Warm Air Heating and Air -Conditioning Equipment 64
Solutions) and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Michael Foods Le Le Sueur 5/6/2015 311999 - All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing 29
Sueur
Anoka Hennepin Coon Rapids 4/18/2015 813930 - Labor Unions and Similar Labor Organizations 150
Education Minnesota
Chart Industries New Prague, 3/30/2015 332420 - Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing 50
Owatonna
DJO Global 2015 St. Paul 3/23/2015 423450 - Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and 54
Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Gedney Foods 2015 Chaska 3/16/2015 311421 - Fruit and Vegetable Canning 84
Target 2015
Minneapolis
3/3/2015
452111 - Department Stores (except Discount Department
1721
Stores)
National Recoveries,
Ham Lake, Coon
2/23/2015
561440 - Collection Agencies
179
Inc.
Rapids
Smead 2015
Hastings
2/19/2015
322233 - Stationery, Tablet, and Related Product
114
Manufacturing
Classic
Oakdale
2/17/2015
332721 - Precision Turned Product Manufacturing
36
Manufacturing
Minneapolis Public
Minneapolis
2/16/2015
611110 - Elementary and Secondary Schools
unknown
Schools 2015
United Rentals
Plymouth
9/2/2015
532412 - Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and
71
Equipment Rental and Leasing
Radioshack 2015
Multiple metro
2/2/2015
443112 - Radio, Television, and Other Electronics Stores
unknown
locations
Arrow Electric Inc
St. Paul
1/28/2015
423690 - Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant
77
2015
Wholesalers
Target Canada 2015
Minneapolis
1/15/2015
452111 - Department Stores (except Discount Department
550
Stores)
Source: Minnesota Dislocated Worker
Program, http://mn.goy/deed/images/DWPReports.l)df.
C.y1RIP011..1
Property Tax Statement
Dakota County Treasurer -Auditor Taxpayer copy
1590 Highway 55
Hastings MN 55033 Save this copy for future reference.
r 651-438-4576 Fax 651-438-4399 2015 Property Tax Statement
{ www.dakotacounty.us p y
PROPERTY ID: 27-36450-01-030 Tax Description: INLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK
31
TAXPAYER: CROSSWIND LLC
% DUNGARVIN INC
1444 NORTHLAND DR STE 200
MENDOTA HEIGHTS MN 55120
Payable 2014 Payable 2015
Estimated Market Value: 2,216,000 2,216,000
Homestead Exclusion: 0 0
Taxable Market Value: 2,216,000 2,216,000
New Imp/Expired Excl: 0 0
Property Class: COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL
1.
Use this amount on Form M 1 PR to see if you're eligible for a property tax
$0.00
refund. File by August 15. If this box is checked, you owe
delinquent taxes and are not eligible.
2.
Use this amount for the special property tax refund on schedule 1 on Form M1 PR.
$0.00
Property Tax and Credits
3.
Property taxes before credits
$82,013.56
$80,013.90
4.
Credits that reduce property taxes
A. Agricultural Market Value Credits
$0.00
$0.00
B. Other Credits
$0.00
$0.00
5.
Property taxes after credits
$82,013.56
$80,013.90
Property Tax by Jurisdiction
6.
County: A. Dakota County Levy
$8,614.62
$8,217.84
B. Regional Transit Rail
$109.08
$102.90
7.
City or Town: MENDOTA HEIGHTS
$9,686.20
$9,981.30
8.
State General Tax
$23,117.32
$22,532.30
9.
School District: 197 A. Voter Approved Levies
$6,926.68
$7,082.26
B. Other Local Levies
$3,827.82
$3,788.44
10.
Special Taxing Districts A. Metropolitan Special Taxing Districts
$795.80
$731.32
B. Other Special Taxing Districts
$446.62
$432.34
C. Tax Increment
$0.00
$0.00
D. Fiscal Disparity
$28,143.28
$26,810.36
11.
Non -school voter approved referenda levies
$346.14
$334.84
12.
Total property tax before special assessments
$82,013.56
$80,013.90
(Total)
13.
Special Assessments
$1,276.14
Principal:
$1,081.48
Interest:
$129.78
14.
Your Total Property Tax and Special Assessments
$83,289.70
$81,225.16
Do not
use this statement for tax payments. Use link below.
First half tax:
$40,612.58
View
tax payment stub and payment information.
Second half tax:
$40,612.58
http://services.co.dakota.m n.us/Property Inform ati onOnI i ne/TaxStatem ent.aspx?ld=273645001030 1 /1
C.y1RIP011..1
Property Tax Statement
Dakota County Treasurer -Auditor Taxpayer copy
1590 Highway 55
Hastings MN 55033 Save this copy for future reference.
r 651-438-4576 Fax 651-438-4399 2015 Property Tax Statement
{ www.dakotacounty.us p y
PROPERTY ID: 27-36450-01-040 Tax Description: INLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK
41
TAXPAYER: CROSSWIND LLC
% DUNGARVIN INC
1444 NORTHLAND DR STE 200
MENDOTA HEIGHTS MN 55120
Payable 2014 Payable 2015
Estimated Market Value: 2,216,100 2,216,100
Homestead Exclusion: 0 0
Taxable Market Value: 2,216,100 2,216,100
New Imp/Expired Excl: 0 0
Property Class: COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL
1.
Use this amount on Form M 1 PR to see if you're eligible for a property tax
$0.00
refund. File by August 15. If this box is checked, you owe
delinquent taxes and are not eligible.
2.
Use this amount for the special property tax refund on schedule 1 on Form M1 PR.
$0.00
Property Tax and Credits
3.
Property taxes before credits
$82,017.34
$80,017.66
4.
Credits that reduce property taxes
A. Agricultural Market Value Credits
$0.00
$0.00
B. Other Credits
$0.00
$0.00
5.
Property taxes after credits
$82,017.34
$80,017.66
Property Tax by Jurisdiction
6.
County: A. Dakota County Levy
$8,614.94
$8,218.14
B. Regional Transit Rail
$109.08
$102.90
7.
City or Town: MENDOTA HEIGHTS
$9,686.56
$9,981.66
8.
State General Tax
$23,118.36
$22,533.30
9.
School District: 197 A. Voter Approved Levies
$6,926.96
$7,082.54
B. Other Local Levies
$3,827.96
$3,788.58
10.
Special Taxing Districts A. Metropolitan Special Taxing Districts
$795.82
$731.34
B. Other Special Taxing Districts
$446.62
$432.36
C. Tax Increment
$0.00
$0.00
D. Fiscal Disparity
$28,144.90
$26,811.98
11.
Non -school voter approved referenda levies
$346.14
$334.86
12.
Total property tax before special assessments
$82,017.34
$80,017.66
(Total)
13.
Special Assessments
$1,230.58
Principal:
$1,042.86
Interest:
$125.14
14.
Your Total Property Tax and Special Assessments
$83,247.92
$81,185.66
Do not
use this statement for tax payments. Use link below.
First half tax:
$40,592.83
View
tax payment stub and payment information.
Second half tax:
$40,592.83
http://services.co.dakota.m n.us/Property Inform ati onOnI i ne/TaxStatem ent.aspx?ld=273645001040 1 /1
C.y1RIP011..1
Property Tax Statement
Dakota County Treasurer -Auditor Taxpayer copy
1590 Highway 55
Hastings MN 55033 Save this copy for future reference.
r 651-438-4576 Fax 651-438-4399 2015 Property Tax Statement
{ www.dakotacounty.us p y
PROPERTY ID: 27-36450-00-010 Tax Description: INLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK
A
OUTLOT
TAXPAYER: CROSSWIND LLC
% DUNGARVIN INC
1444 NORTHLAND DR STE 200
MENDOTA HEIGHTS MN 55120
Payable 2014 Payable 2015
Estimated Market Value: 2,216,000 2,216,000
Homestead Exclusion: 0 0
Taxable Market Value: 2,216,000 2,216,000
New Imp/Expired Excl: 0 0
Property Class: COMMERL PREF COMMERL PREF
1.
Use this amount on Form M 1 PR to see if you're eligible for a property tax
$0.00
refund. File by August 15. If this box is checked, you owe
delinquent taxes and are not eligible.
2.
Use this amount for the special property tax refund on schedule 1 on Form M1 PR.
$0.00
Property Tax and Credits
3.
Property taxes before credits
$80,704.24
$78,737.06
4.
Credits that reduce property taxes
A. Agricultural Market Value Credits
$0.00
$0.00
B. Other Credits
$0.00
$0.00
5.
Property taxes after credits
$80,704.24
$78,737.06
Property Tax by Jurisdiction
6.
County: A. Dakota County Levy
$8,468.86
$8,078.56
B. Regional Transit Rail
$107.24
$101.14
7.
City or Town: MENDOTA HEIGHTS
$9,522.30
$9,812.14
8.
State General Tax
$22,726.12
$22,151.00
9.
School District: 197 A. Voter Approved Levies
$6,863.98
$7,014.06
B. Other Local Levies
$3,781.24
$3,743.56
10.
Special Taxing Districts A. Metropolitan Special Taxing Districts
$782.34
$718.92
B. Other Special Taxing Districts
$439.06
$425.02
C. Tax Increment
$0.00
$0.00
D. Fiscal Disparity
$27,666.96
$26,357.82
11.
Non -school voter approved referenda levies
$346.14
$334.84
12.
Total property tax before special assessments
$80,704.24
$78,737.06
(Total)
13.
Special Assessments
$2,062.34
Principal:
$1,747.74
Interest:
$209.74
14.
Your Total Property Tax and Special Assessments
$82,766.58
$80,694.54
Do not
use this statement for tax payments. Use link below.
First half tax:
$40,347.27
View
tax payment stub and payment information.
Second half tax:
$40,347.27
http://services.co.dakota.m n.us/Property Inform ati onOnI i ne/TaxStatem ent.aspx?ld=273645000010 1 /1
Prime Therapeutics, LLC
Minnesota Investment Fund Supplemental Application Information
City of Mendota Heights
Community Needs Narrative
June 25, 2015
Mendota Heights is a first-ring Twin Cities suburb, and is located in Dakota County across the Minnesota
River from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan airport. Its municipal neighbors are St. Paul, Eagan,
Inver Grove Heights, Sunfish Lake, Mendota, West St. Paul, and Lilydale. It is an established community,
having been incorporated in 1956. During that time, it has been transformed from an agricultural
community to one of being primarily residential, with some commercial and industrial uses. Almost all
available land parcels have been developed.
Its industrially-zoned business park is experiencing issues which are of concern to the City. The majority
of the development of this commercial-industrial area took place in the 1970’s-to the early 1990’s. As
such, some of the buildings are structurally obsolete for today’s uses, and the area is lacking many of the
support services which are needed for a thriving business park. In addition, there are several vacant
and underutilized properties. One of those vacancies is the property located at 1440-1444 Northland
Drive, for which State assistance is being requested on behalf of Prime Therapeutics,.
In recognition of this, earlier this year the City applied for and was successful in obtaining a grant from
the Dakota County Community Development Agency, to provide funding for a consultant to study the
needs and challenges of the commercial/industrial area. The study is currently underway, and is
expected to be completed in fall, 2015.
As the business expansion which is being proposed for Prime Therapeutics is for an existing commercial
structure, there are no housing units which will be impacted by this project.
The creation of 375 jobs as contemplated under the Job Creation Fund and the Minnesota Investment
Fund action will provide a variety of employment opportunities which will require a wide range of
education, experience, and training. As such, this will help to address the community needs outlined in
sections A-E, and G-K below:
Economic vulnerability of the community:
A.
Six percent of families with children in Mendota heights have a household income that falls
below the poverty threshold. One out of four families with children under the age of 5 is in
poverty in Mendota Heights, more than twice the metro average (11%).
Events contributing to a depressed economy:
B.
In 2015 YTD, over 3,100 workers in the Minneapolis Saint Paul metro were laid off,
according to DEED’s Dislocated Worker Program. Many of these dislocated workers are
coming from life science facilities and back office operations.
Unemployment (long term, chronic, current, seasonal):
C.
Mendota Heights, Minnesota’s unemployment rate is 5.7%, and 34.1% of its
population is out of the labor force altogether (significantly higher than the metro
average of 27.5%).
Need to attract or retain essential services:
D.
Mendota Heights’ jobs in professional, scientific, and administrative industries (12.0%) are
on par with the metro average (11.9%). In addition, six out of ten of the city’s working
residents have an occupation in management, business, science, or the arts—17% greater
than the metro-wide average. Retaining and growing Mendota Heights’ professional and
scientific employment cluster is essential for supporting its residents and daily workers.
Events contributing to a unique situation:
E.
Target Corp. conducted another round of layoffs on Wednesday, June 17, this time
eliminating 140 metro-area headquarters employees. Target said the layoffs are
part of the company's $2 billion restructuring plan announced in February. The
Minneapolis-based retailer, Minnesota's fifth-largest employer, has now cut 2,360
jobs in the U.S. The largest U.S. cuts came in March, when Target laid off 1,700
headquarters workers and eliminated another 1,400 open positions. Target is likely
to lay off more employees following the $1.9B sale of its pharmacy and retail clinic
business to CVS Health later this year.
Infrastructure conditions:
F.
On Prime Therapeutics’ behalf, the landlord will invest approximately $450,000 in site
improvements and $3,000,000 in building renovations. Prime Therapeutics will invest
approximately $4,530,000 in FF&E, physical security, architectural / engineering services,
and tenant improvements.
Out-migration due to lack of jobs:
G.
Of those who currently live in Mendota Heights, 95% work outside of their home city. On a
daily basis, 97% of Mendota Heights’ working population commutes from other parts of the
metro for their jobs. That is over 9,700 people who work in Mendota Heights but live and
pay property taxes elsewhere. New jobs in Mendota Heights will positively affect
surrounding communities, opening employment opportunities to those seeking a short
commute. The largest share of people with primary jobs in Mendota Heights (48%) travel
less than 10 miles to their jobs.
Need to diversify industrial base:
H.
Mendota Heights’ jobs in professional, scientific, and administrative industries
(12.0%) are on par with the metro average (11.9%). In addition, six out of ten of the
city’s working residents have an occupation in management, business, science, or
the arts—17% greater than the metro-wide average. Retaining and growing
Mendota Heights’ professional and scientific employment cluster is essential for
supporting its residents and daily workers.
Project will support the economic viability of small, minority, or women-owned
I.
businesses:
With the number of jobs created and capital spend, this project will enable growth in
small, minority, and/or women-owned businesses through the use of local vendors
for operations.
Under-employment of existing labor pool:
J.
Of those who currently live in Mendota Heights, 95% work outside of their home
city. On a daily basis, 97% of Mendota Heights’ working population commutes from
other parts of the metro for their jobs. Pharmacy and support occupations are well-
paying opportunities for those with a college education and well-suited for a
community like Mendota Heights.
Labor pool needs:
K.
Mendota Heights’ population is highly educated, with 97.1% of its population holding at
least a high school diploma, and well over half (57.6%) being college graduates. Pharmacy
and support occupations are well-paying opportunities for those with a college education
and well-suited for a community like Mendota Heights.
Valuation Change:
L.
A letter will be provided from the county assessor with the following: current
assessed valuation, current real estate taxes payable, projected assessed valuation
and projected real estate taxes payable.
For “F” above, the site improvements will provide for an increased tax base, which will be used to
provide an improved level of services needed to support the prospective job holders.
The valuation letter sought in “L” is being provided by the Dakota County Assessor.