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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 07, 2025 - EDA PacketSHAKOPE E Shakopee Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting Tuesday, October 7, 2025 7:00 PM City Hall, 485 Gorman Street 1. Roll Call 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Consent Business 3.a Amend Interfund Loan for TIF#22 Former Gravel Pit Site 3.b Approval of EDA Meeting Minutes 4. General Business 4.a Contract with Braun for Completion of an Environmental Review of Gravel Pit Site 5. Reports 5.a EDA Bill List 6. Adjourn to November 5, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Note to EDA Members: If you have any questions or need additional information on any of the above items, please call Michael Kerski, prior to the meeting at (952)233-9346. 1 WILLA! SHAKOPEE Agenda Item: Prepared by: Reviewed by: Shakopee Economic Development Authority October 7, 2025 Amend Interfund Loan for TIF#22 Former Gravel Pit Site Nate Reinhardt, Finance Director 3.a Action to be considered: Adopt Resolution No. E2025-004, a resolution amending Resolution E2022-003 regarding an advance of certain costs in connection with a tax increment financing district within the Minnesota River Valley Housing and Redevelopment Project No. 1 Motion Type: Simple Majority Background: On January 4, 2022 the EDA adopted Resolution No. E2022-003, that provided an interfund loan from the EDA for TIF #22 of up to $100,000. This allows for the reimbursement from possible tax increment funds for staff and consultant expenses related to administering and establishing a TIF district. The proposed resolution amends this amount to $300,000, which would be sufficient to cover the cost of a proposed environmental study. The EDA has typically adopted interfund loan resolutions to cover any costs associated with developing and administering a tax increment financing district. If the EDA decides to establish a tax increment district related to the gravel pit site, this would allow for an costs incurred related to that district to be reimbursed from tax increment revenues. Recommendation: Adopt Resolution E2025-004 Budget Impact: The resolution amends the interfund loan (between the EDA and a future tax increment district) from $100,000 to $300,000. If the resolution is not approved, or a tax increment district is not established, these costs would be paid from the EDA budget. 2 Attachments: Resolution E2025-004 Amending Shakopee Gravel Pit EDA Interfund Loan.doc 3 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. E2025-004 RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION E2022-003 REGARDING AN ADVANCE OF CERTAIN COSTS IN CONNECTION WITH A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT WITHIN THE MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority for the City of Shakopee, Minnesota (the "Authority") and the City of Shakopee, Minnesota (the "City") have proposed to establish a soil deficiency tax increment financing district through special legislation (the "TIF District") within the Minnesota River Valley Housing and Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the "Project") pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 469.1794, as amended (the "TIF Act"), and will adopt a Tax Increment Financing Plan for the purpose of financing certain improvements within the Project; and WHEREAS, the Authority will administer the TIF District; and WHEREAS, under Section 469.178, subdivision 7 of the TIF Act, the City and the Authority are authorized to advance or loan money from any fund from which such advances may be legally made (each such advance being referred to as an "interfund loan") in order to finance expenditures that are eligible to be paid with tax increments under the TIF Act; and WHEREAS, the Authority previously determined to pay for certain costs related to the proposed TIF District, including administrative expenses, traffic studies, environmental studies, and other studies deemed necessary by the Authority (the "Qualified Costs"), which costs may be financed on a temporary basis from City or Authority funds available for such purposes; and WHEREAS, on January 4, 2022, the Board of Commissioners of the Authority adopted Resolution E2022-003 (the "Original Interfund Loan Resolution"), pursuant to which the Authority requested that the EDA General Fund (or any other fund designated by the Authority or other available sources) provide funds in the amount of $100,000 in order to finance the Qualified Costs through an interfund loan (the "Original Interfund Loan"); and WHEREAS, the Authority has proposed to amend the Original Interfund Loan Resolution to request an additional interfund loan in the maximum principal amount of $200,000 in order to finance the Qualified Costs, including but not limited to engineering, administrative, legal expenses, traffic studies, environmental studies, and other studies deemed necessary by the Authority (the "Additional Interfund Loan"), in accordance with the terms of this resolution; and WHEREAS, the Authority intends to reimburse itself for the Qualified Costs paid by the Interfund Loan from tax increments derived from the property within the TIF District or from any other available sources in accordance with the terms of this resolution; 4 WHEREAS, the Original Interfund Loan and the Additional Interfund Loan will be referred to collectively as the "Interfund Loan" and will be in the total amount of $300,000; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the Economic Development Authority for the City of Shakopee, Minnesota as follows: 1. The Additional Interfund Loan shall be made in the amount of $200,000 from the EDA General Fund (or any other fund designated by the Authority or other available sources). 2. Subject to Section 7 hereof, the Additional Interfund Loan is repayable solely from and to the extent that Available Tax Increment is available. "Available Tax Increment" means, on each Payment Date (as defined herein), all of the tax increment generated in the preceding six (6) months with respect to the property within the TIF District and remitted to the Authority by Scott County, Minnesota, all in accordance with the TIF Act. Payments on the Additional Interfund Loan are on parity with any other outstanding or future interfund loans secured in whole or in part with Available Tax Increment. 3. Provided that there is Available Tax Increment to repay the Additional Interfund Loan, principal and interest (the "Payments") on the Interfund Loan shall be paid semiannually on February 1 and August 1 (each a "Payment Date"), commencing on the first Payment Date after the advance of the Interfund Loan. Payments shall continue until the earlier of (a) the date the principal and accrued interest of the Additional Interfund Loan is paid in full, or (b) the date of last receipt of tax increment from the TIF District. Subject to Section 7 hereof, payments on the Additional Interfund Loan will be made in the amount and only to the extent of Available Tax Increment. Payments shall be applied first to accrued interest, and then to unpaid principal. 4. The Additional Interfund Loan shall bear interest at the Authority's then current internal rate of return on the principal amount advanced, accruing from the date of each initial expenditure; provided, however that the maximum rate of interest permitted to be charged is limited to the greater of the rates specified under Minnesota Statutes, Section 270C.40 and Section 549.09 as of the date the loan or advance is authorized, unless the written agreement states that the maximum interest rate will fluctuate as the interest rates specified under Minnesota Statutes, Section 270C.40 or Section 549.09 are from time to time adjusted. The interest rate shall be 6% and will not fluctuate. 5. The principal sum and all accrued interest payable under the Additional Interfund Loan is prepayable in whole or in part at any time by the Authority without premium or penalty. No partial prepayment shall affect the amount or timing of any other regular payment otherwise required to be made under any interfund loan. 6. The Additional Interfund Loan is evidence of an internal borrowing by the Authority in accordance with Section 469.178, subdivision 7 of the TIF Act, and, subject to Section 7 hereof, is a limited obligation payable solely from Available Tax Increment pledged to the payment thereof under this resolution. The Additional Interfund Loan shall not be deemed to constitute a general obligation of the State of Minnesota or any political subdivision thereof, 2 5 including, without limitation, Scott County, Minnesota. Neither the State of Minnesota nor any political subdivision thereof shall be obligated to pay the principal of or interest on the Additional Interfund Loan or other costs incident hereto except, subject to Section 7 hereof, out of Available Tax Increment. The Authority shall have no obligation to pay any principal amount of the Additional Interfund Loan or accrued interest thereon, which may remain unpaid after the final Payment Date. 7. In the event that the City and the Authority do not create the TIF District, the Interfund Loan shall be repayable from any available source or funds. 8. Unless otherwise amended by this resolution, the Original Interfund Loan Resolution shall remain in full force and effect. 9. The Authority may amend the terms of the Interfund Loan at any time by resolution of the Board of Commissioners to the extent permissible under law. Sworn and Executed Under My Hand this 7th day of October, 2025. President Executive Director 3 6 SHAKOPEE Agenda Item: Prepared by: Reviewed by: Shakopee Economic Development Authority October 7, 2025 Approval of EDA Meeting Minutes Rick Parsons 3.b Action to be considered: I move to approve the EDA meeting minutes for April 1, 2025; May 6, 2025; June 3, 2025; August 6, 2025; and September 2, 2025 Motion Type: Simple Majority Background: Several sets of EDA meeting minutes are now ready for approval: • April 1, 2025 • May 6, 2025 • June 3, 2025 • August 6, 2025 • September 2, 2025 Recommendation: Approve the above requested motion. Budget Impact: none. Attachments: EDA Meeting Minutes - 04-01-2025.pdf EDA Meeting Minutes - 05-06-2025.pdf EDA Meeting Minutes - 06-03-2025.pdf EDA Meeting Minutes - 08-06-2025.pdf EDA Meeting Minutes - 09-02-2025.pdf 7 SHAKOPEE Economic Development Authority City Hall 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN, 55379 Tuesday, April 1, 2025 7:00 a.m. Vision: Shakopee is a place where people want to be! A distinctive river town, with a multitude of business, cultural and recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and transparency. 1 Roll Call PRESENT: President Whiting, Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Contreras, and Commissioner Lehman ABSENT: Commissioner Lara ALSO PRESENT: None. 2) Approval of Agenda Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve the Agenda, second by Commissioner DuLaney and the motion passed. 4 - 0 3) Consent Business 3.a) Approve the EDA Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve the Consent Business and EDA Bill List, second by Commissioner DuLaney and the motion passed. 4 - 0 4) Reports 1/28 4.a) EDA Bill List EDA Bill List approved in previous motion under Consent Business. 4.b) Update on Entrepreneurial Efforts 5) Adjourn to May 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. By unanimous consent, the EDA meeting was adjourned to May 6, 2025, at 7:00 pm. 2/2 9 SHAKOPEE Economic Development Authority City Hall 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN, 55379 Friday, May 9, 2025 8:30 a.m. Vision: Shakopee is a place where people want to be! A distinctive river town, with a multitude of business, cultural and recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and transparency. 1 Roll Call PRESENT: President Whiting, Commissioner Lehman, Commissioner Contreras, Commissioner Lara, and Commissioner DuLaney ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: None. 2) Approval of Agenda Commissioner Lara made a motion to approve the agenda, second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion passed. 5 - 0 3) Consent Business 4) General Business 5) Reports 5.a) EDA Bill List 6) Adjourn Commissioner Lara made a motion to adjourn to June 3, 2025, second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion passed. 5 - 0 SHAKOPEE Economic Development Authority City Hall 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN, 55379 Tuesday, June 3, 2025 1:45 p.m. Vision: Shakopee is a place where people want to be! A distinctive river town, with a multitude of business, cultural and recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and transparency. 1 Roll Call PRESENT: President Whiting, Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Lara, Commissioner Contreras, and Commissioner Lehman ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: None. 2) Approval of Agenda Commissioner Lehman made a motion to approve the agenda, second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion passed. 5 - 0 3) Consent Business 4) General Business 4.a) Partnership with Canterbury on Feasibility and Design of the Southern 28 acres Adjacent to the Amphitheater 1.12 Commissioner Lara made a motion to approve partnership with Canterbury to reimburse them 50% of the expended costs not to exceed $100,000 for the EDA's share for professional services for a market feasibility study for the Southeast Development, consisting of approximately 28 acres. The firms chosen are Hunden Partners (market feasibility/economics) $115,000 and RSP Architects $50,000 (design). We will bring back to Council the branding firm at a later date., second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion passed. 5 - 0 4.b) Lease Amendment for River City Centre for Concrete Mobility. Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve additional lease term with Concrete Mobility for one year, July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 at a rate of $18.91 or $4,000 per month., second by Commissioner DuLaney and the motion passed. 5 - 0 5) Reports 5.a) EDA Bill List 6) Adjourn to July 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Commissioner Contreras made a motion to adjourn to July 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., second by Commissioner Lara and the motion passed. 5 - 0 SHAKOPEE Economic Development Authority City Hall 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN, 55379 Wednesday, August 6, 2025 4:45 p.m. Vision: Shakopee is a place where people want to be! A distinctive river town, with a multitude of business, cultural and recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and transparency. 1 Roll Call PRESENT: Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Lara, Commissioner Contreras, Commissioner Lehman, and President Whiting ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: None. 2) Approval of Agenda Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve the Agenda, second by Commissioner DuLaney and the motion passed. 5 - 0 3) General Business 3.a) Purchase and Sale Agreement for 124 Sommerville St. S No action taken. 4) Reports 1.14 4.a) EDA Bill List 5) Adjourn Commissioner Lara made a motion to adjourn, second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion failed. 0 - 0 SHAKOPEE Economic Development Authority City Hall 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN, 55379 Tuesday, September 2, 2025 10:00 a.m. Vision: Shakopee is a place where people want to be! A distinctive river town, with a multitude of business, cultural and recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and transparency. 1 Roll Call PRESENT: Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Lara, Commissioner Contreras, Commissioner Lehman, and President Whiting ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: None. 2) Approval of Agenda Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve the Agenda, second by Commissioner DuLaney and the motion passed. 5 - 0 3) General Business 3.a) 2026 EDA Levy and Budget Commissioner Contreras made a motion to approve Resolution E2025- 002 approving the 2026 EDA special benefit levy of $550,000, second by Commissioner Lara and the motion passed. 3 - 2 Nays: Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Lehman Commissioner Lara made a motion to approve Resolution E2025-003, approving the 2026 budget, second by Commissioner Contreras and the motion passed. 3 - 2 Nays: Commissioner DuLaney, Commissioner Lehman 3.b) Lease with Delicias Ice Cream Cravings, LLC Commissioner DuLaney made a motion to approve a new five-year lease agreement with Delicias Ice Cream Cravings, LLC (d/b/a Delicias Del Viejo), under substantially the same terms as the existing lease, in order to satisfy financing requirements and ensure continued tenancy at River City Centre., second by Commissioner Lehman and the motion passed. 5 - 0 4) Reports 4.a) EDA Bill List 5) Adjourn to October 7, 2025, at 7:00 pm By unanimous consent, the EDA meeting was adjourned to October 7, 2025, at 7:00 pm. WILLA! SHAKOPEE Agenda Item: Prepared by: Reviewed by: Shakopee Economic Development Authority October 7, 2025 Contract with Braun for Completion of an Environmental Review of Gravel Pit Site Michael Kerski, Planning and Development Director Michael Kerski 4.a Action to be considered: Approve contract with Braun for a cost not to exceed $100,000 for environmental soil and water analysis, considered a Phase 2, for Shakopee Gravel. Motion Type: Simple Majority Background: The City of Shakopee established a special Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District in October 2024 to support the gravel pit reclamation and related public improvements. At the same time, the City approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning designation and a Preliminary Plat for the site. Since then, the ownership group has actively solicited interest from potential developers. However, many developers withdrew due to significant risks associated with timing, redevelopment costs, and the substantial upfront funds required for site remediation, in excess of $40 million. After extensive discussions, a prospective purchaser has now executed a Letter of Intent and is negotiating a final purchase agreement with the ownership group. The remaining concern for all parties —including the City and Shakopee Public Utilities —is whether the site contains potential contamination beyond previously identified geotechnical soil issues. This may exist from adjacent properties or items that may have been brought to the site in the late 1980s or early 1990s. To address this, the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP), which generated multiple responses from environmental firms. Braun Intertec, is already an approved consultant 18 for the City and familiar with the site (through its preliminary geotechnical review for a previous developer) has proposed a detailed testing program and has an understanding of the current geotechnical conditions. Their scope includes 12 soil borings to depths of up to 50 feet below ground surface (bgs) and 18 test pits to 10 feet bgs. The 30 -acre pit area, where native soils, mostly sand and gravel that are exposed at the surface, will not be tested. Collected soil samples will be analyzed for the following parameters: • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): EPA Method 8260 • Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs): EPA Method 8270 • Eight RCRA Metals: EPA Methods 6010 and 7471 • Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs): EPA Method 8082, analyzed only if indicators (e.g., oily soils) are present. Up to five samples are assumed. • Diesel Range Organics (DRO): WDNR Method, with silica gel cleanup. DRO analysis will only occur if elevated VOCs or PAHs are detected. Up to 15 samples are assumed. • Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS): EPA Method 1633, with up to 20 samples (plus one blind duplicate, one equipment blank, and one trip blank) analyzed using EPA Method 8327. If groundwater is encountered, Braun Intertec will install one temporary monitoring well, permitted through the Minnesota Department of Health. Groundwater samples will be analyzed for: • VOCs (EPA Method 8260) • PAHs (EPA Method 8270) • PCBs (EPA Method 8082) • DRO (WDNR Method) 19 • GRO (WDNR Method) • Dissolved RCRA metals (EPA Methods 6010 and 7470) • PFAS (EPA Method 8327) The testing is important to the redevelopment of the site and to the safety of the city, since the majority of the organic soils located onsite will be screened and used in the city's public park areas. This study will identify any issues with these soils. Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU) has the adjoining parcel to the south under contract for its future water treatment facility. The study will examine if that site has had any contamination that may have infiltrated into the gravel pit. There is also a well on the gravel pit site that SPU would like to reuse, since as part of this project, they will also be ensuring that the public lake remains filled with raw water. The study will ensure there are no unknown contaminants in the area of the existing well. The well has been tested and passed preliminary SPU requirements. We have included in the not to exceed number an additional allowance should an area be found that may require additional and more sophisticated research and testing. Recommendation: Approve contract. Budget Impact: Funds from the agreement with Shakopee Public Utilities will pay for the initial cost of the environmental study. These funds will be reimbursed through future tax increment revenues from the district. Attachments: Braun Intertec Corporation_Shakopee Gravel Pit Proposal_2025.pdf 20 BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Proposal for Phase II Environmental Site Assessment - Revised Shakopee Gravel Pit 1650 and 1750 Mystic Lake Drive Shakopee, Minnesota Prepared for City of Shakopee BRAUN INTERTEC Letter September 18, 2025 Proposal QTB220935 City of Shakopee 485 Gorman Street Shakopee, MN 55379 via Email: mkerski@shakopeemn.gov Re: Proposal for Phase II Environmental Site Assessment - Revised Shakopee Gravel Pit 1650 and 1750 Mystic Lake Drive Shakopee, Minnesota Braun Intertec Corporation (Braun Intertec) submits this proposal to conduct a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) of the referenced site (the "Site"). The objective of the Phase II ESA is to evaluate if undocumented fill material that was previously imported to the Site is impacted by hazardous substances and/or petroleum compounds, and provide recommendations for management of the fill soil, including management and reuse options for regulated and unregulated fill soils. This proposal will outline the scope of services and provide estimated costs for the proposed work. Please note this proposal was revised from our earlier September 3, 2025 submittal to include an additional deep soil boring in the northwest quadrant of the Site where deeper organic fill soils are present that may be re -used with greenspace areas onsite and to include collection of samples immediately adjacent to the parcel that will be acquired and redeveloped by Shakopee Public Utilities. We will provide our services under the terms of the Master Agreement for Professional Consulting Services dated August 7, 2024, between the City of Shakopee and Braun Intertec Corporation. We appreciate the opportunity to present this proposal to you. We will be happy to meet with you to discuss our proposed scope of services further and clarify the various scope components. To have questions answered or schedule a time to meet and discuss our approach to this project further, please contact Jennifer Force at 952.995.2494 orjforce@braunintertec.com. Sincerely, Braun Intertec Corporation Mark Keefer, PG Principal in Charge Jennifer Force, PG Project Client Coordinator 952.995.2000 11001 Hampshire Ave. S, Bloomington, MN 55438 braunintertec.com 22 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit Proposal QTB220935 September 16, 2025 Project Approach Bl We understand the City of Shakopee is actively pursuing the redevelopment of the Shakopee Gravel Pit located southwest of 17th Avenue East and Mystic Lake Drive. This 131 -acre site, mined since the late 1980s, represents a significant opportunity to support the city's continued growth and transformation. Shakopee, a dynamic and expanding community in the south metro, has envisioned a mixed -use development that will introduce approximately 155 single-family homes, 184 townhomes, and over 500 apartment units. In addition, the plan includes 174,000 square feet of commercial, retail, office, and medical space, along with 23 acres of open space to enhance livability and environmental stewardship. The project also includes construction of a water treatment plant southeast of the gravel pit by the Shakopee Public Utilities Commission. The City has already taken substantial steps to advance the redevelopment, including: Approval of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) in June 2024 Establishment of a $23 million Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district in December 2024 to help offset infrastructure and development costs Approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to guide land use and design standards in December 2024 Furthermore, the City is conducting a Phase II ESA to evaluate potential contaminants in the site's uncontrolled fill soils, ensuring responsible redevelopment and long-term environmental safety. In preparing our proposal, we reviewed reports that Braun Intertec previously prepared for the Site including geotechnical evaluations conducted in 2017 and 2023 and a Phase I ESA conducted in 2023. Background Braun Intertec prepared a Phase I ESA of the Site dated September 18, 2023. A summary of the findings and conclusions is presented below. The Site was utilized as a sand and gravel pit from the late -1980s to present. Operations of the mine consist of processing and washing the sand and gravel, as well as importing and exporting sand and gravel. Based upon our historical information review, the Site was likely first developed in the late -1800s with an apparent farmstead, depicted on the west side of the Site. The farmstead increased in size up to 1984. Braun Intertec Page 1 23 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 The 2023 Phase I ESA did not identify any recognized environmental conditions, controlled recognized environmental conditions, or significant data gaps in connection with the Site. The 2023 Phase I ESA identified the following additional consideration: BI Historically, structures occupied the Site that have since been demolished. It is unknown if the demolition debris associated with the structures was buried on the Site or hauled away for disposal. In addition, review of historical aerial imagery indicates evidence of placement of fill soil has occurred over time at the Site. Based on this information there is a potential that buried materials are present at the Site that may require management as solid or hazardous waste if encountered during future earthwork or redevelopment activities. If fill soils, which could include demolition debris and other wastes, are encountered, then additional assessment may be required to evaluate or confirm appropriate management and/or disposal requirements. We understand aggregate mining operations began in 1989 in the northeastern corner of the Site and continued across the site to the south/southwest. In general, as areas of the pit were excavated, topsoil and finer -grained soils were typically used to construct berms around the perimeter of the mine within the 100 - foot setback from the Site boundaries. After areas were mined, significant amounts of fill soil were imported and placed in the corners of the Site in an un-engineered fashion, meaning the soil was not compacted or tested. During the 2023 geotechnical evaluation, 32 test pits were excavated to depths up to 30 feet and 18 deep soil borings were advanced. Fill depths around the perimeter of the gravel pit were encountered to depths ranging from approximately 18 to 63 feet below ground surface (bgs). The fill soil was highly variable and included a mixture of sand, silt, clay, and organics. Debris including concrete, bituminous, metal, bricks and wood were also encountered in the fill soil. The middle portion of the pit has not been filled and comprises an estimated 30 acres. That is to say, the soil profile in the middle portion of the Site consists of undisturbed, and/or minimally reworked, native soils. We also understand no mining operations occurred below the water table, which is understood to be present at an elevation of approximately 740 feet above mean sea level (amsl). Based on previous geotechnical evaluations conducted by Braun Intertec, mining operations for gravel extended to an elevation of about 780 feet amsl in the northern portion of the pit and to an elevation of about 792 feet amsl in the southern portion. Mining operations stopped at those elevations because underlying soil contained less gravel. Because the existing fill soil is not suitable to support future buildings at the Site, the existing fill will need to be improved or corrected to meet redevelopment project requirements. Soil corrections could include removal of organic soil and debris before placing the fill soil back into the excavation in an engineered fashion. With anticipated fill depths of over 30 feet, replaced fill by traditional soil correction would need to be allowed to settle under its own weight for a period prior to construction. The Phase II ESA scope of services presented below are recommended to evaluate if contaminated fill material was brought to the Site and provide recommendations for management of the fill soil during Site redevelopment. We also plan to evaluate potential impacts to groundwater. The scope of services includes the following components: Project coordination and finalization of work plan Braun Intertec Page 2 24 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 l Bl Field investigation including advancement of eleven soil borings and excavation of 15 test pits* Laboratory analyses of soil and groundwater samples Data evaluation and reporting *While test pits were not explicitly requested by the City of Shakopee, test pits were chosen by Braun Intertec as they provide a better representation of fill soil composition and matrix, whereas soil borings can underrepresent the amount of debris and other inclusions in loosely consolidated material or other soils that yield poor recovery in soil borings. Project Coordination As an initial step, proposed sampling locations and the scope of work presented herein will be finalized. Braun Intertec will coordinate directly with our subcontractors and the Site owner to conduct the field work. A site -specific Health and Safety Plan (HASP) will be created prior to initiation of Site work. Braun Intertec will stake prospective subsurface exploration locations and obtain surface elevations at those locations using GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. Prior to drilling or excavating, Braun Intertec or our subcontractors will contact Gopher State One Call and arrange for notification of the appropriate utility vendors to mark and clear the investigation locations of public underground utilities. You, or your authorized representative, are responsible to notify Braun Intertec before we begin the work of the presence and location of any underground objects or private utilities that are not the responsibility of public agencies. Braun Intertec will not be liable for any damage resulting from unidentified or misidentified underground objects or utilities. Further, Braun Intertec reserves the right to stop work if underground objects or utilities are suspected or known to exist, but locations cannot be accurately determined. Field Investigation As part of the field investigation, we are proposing to advance 12 soil borings to depths up to 50 feet bgs and excavation of 18 test pits to 10 feet bgs. Sampling locations are not proposed for the approximate 30 -acre pit where native soil is present at the ground surface. The number of sampling locations was determined based on the variability and significant amount of fill soil present at the Site and provides a spatial distribution of approximately four sampling locations per filled acre. During advancement of the soil borings and excavation of the test pits, a Braun Intertec scientist, who is a certified asbestos inspector, will be onsite to screen soil samples for unusual staining, odors, and other apparent signs of contamination and determine sampling depths. In addition, the soil samples will be screened for the presence of organic vapors using a photoionization detector (PID). The PID will be equipped with a 10.6 -electron volt lamp and calibrated to an isobutylene standard. The PID will be used to perform direct measurement and a headspace method of field analysis as recommended by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and in accordance with Braun Intertec Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Soil samples from the soil borings and test pits will be classified in the field using ASTM International (ASTM) D2488 Standard Practice for Description and Identification of Soils (Visual -Manual Procedures). Additionally, Braun Intertec Page 3 25 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 Bl soils will be classified at our soils laboratory by a geotechnical engineer using ASTM D2487 Standard Practice for Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System) and ASTM D2488. Review by a geotechnical engineer will allow the soil data to be used for environmental purposes and geotechnical design. Following completion, the boreholes will be sealed in general accordance with Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) guidelines, and the test pits will be backfilled with the removed soil, replaced in the approximate order from which they were removed. Because the soil borings are planned to be deeper than 25 feet, the Minnesota Statutes requires Braun Intertec to (1) submit by mail a Sealing Notification Form prior to drilling and (2) submit a Sealing Record after the completion of the borings. The Sealing Notification Form requires a signature of the current property owner, or their agent. The fees for the MDH Sealing Notification and the Sealing Record are included in the cost estimate. Laboratory Analyses Soil samples representative of the fill will be collected for chemical analyses from each soil boring and test pit. If potential contamination is identified, samples will be targeted to that interval to assess potential impacts. Soil samples will be submitted to Pace Analytical Services, LLC (Pace) in Minneapolis, Minnesota and analyzed for a combination of the following parameters: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 8260 Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) using EPA Method 8270 Eight Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) metals using EPA Methods 6010 and 7471 Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) using EPA Method 8082. Samples will only be analyzed for PCBs if indications of potential PCB contamination such as oily soils are observed. For the purposes of this proposal, we are assuming up to five soil samples will be analyzed for PCBs. Diesel range organics (DRO) using the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) Method. DRO samples will be prepared with a silica gel cleanup to remove interfering non -petroleum related substances that can be mistaken for petroleum and cause a false positive result. DRO will only be analyzed if elevated concentrations of VOCs or PAHs are detected in the sample. For the purposes of this proposal, we are assuming up to 15 samples will be analyzed for DRO. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) using EPA Method 1633. For the purposes of this proposal, we assume up to 20 soil samples (plus one blind duplicate, one equipment blank, and one trip blank) will be analyzed for PFAS by EPA Method 8327. Braun Intertec Page 4 26 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 l Bl If groundwater is encountered, one temporary monitoring well will be installed to evaluate groundwater conditions at the Site. The well will be permitted with the MDH. The sample will be submitted to Pace and analyzed for the following parameters: VOCs using EPA Method 8260 PAHs using EPA Method 8270 PCBs using EPA Method 8082 DRO using the WDNR Method GRO using the WDNR Method Dissolved eight RCRA metals using EPA Methods 6010 and 7470 PFAS using EPA 8327 Data Evaluation and Reporting Verbal results of the assessment will be provided to you as they become available. Upon completion of the on -Site work and receipt of laboratory analytical results, a report will be prepared detailing the investigation methods and results and providing conclusions regarding the presence of contamination. The report will include figures depicting sampling locations, regulatory exceedances, and conceptual models of contaminated media identified in the subsurface, boring and test pit logs, tables comparing the analytical results to regulatory standards, and laboratory reports. Recommendations geared toward redevelopment will also be provided and will outline a roadmap of next steps that may include: Additional investigation to evaluate potential soil vapor contaminants or to further evaluate soil conditions Regulatory requirements and available assurances or approvals Potential grant funding Re -use of fill soil Cleanup of Site, which may include environmental monitoring during soil correction Recommendations will be based on our past experience assisting with reclamation of other mined sites for mixed use redevelopment. Note that the provided cost estimate provides unit rates for preparation of a cleanup plan that would meet MPCA requirements for the proposed redevelopment and our understanding of the City of Shakopee's objectives for the project, as well as rates for cleanup grant application assistance. Braun Intertec Page 5 27 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 BI This project may be a good candidate for local and State cleanup and redevelopment grants. Braun Intertec brings significant experience in successful application to and administration of cleanup funds for redevelopment oriented projects. As needed, we will draw upon the experience of Braun Intertec's geotechnical and construction quality experts. Our integrated approach ensures that technical evaluations are aligned with regulatory requirements and practical Site considerations, enabling us to deliver clear, actionable solutions. A draft copy of the report will be forwarded to you prior to report finalization. In addition to a PDF version of the report, three hard copies of the report will be provided. Quality Assurance/Quality Control Fieldwork and sample collection during the Phase II ESA will be conducted in accordance with Braun Intertec's SOPs. In addition, Braun Intertec will review the laboratory's quality control data to assess the validity of the soil and groundwater analytical results. Assessment Limitations Please note the scope of services for the proposed investigation, in conjunction with the existing data, is designed to evaluate the potential presence of soil and/or groundwater contamination and debris. However, because there is a fixed number of sampling locations proposed, the scope of services proposed herein may not fully define the extent of contamination that may be present at the Site. If field conditions indicate the need for additional soil borings or sample collection and analysis, Braun Intertec will contact you for authorization before proceeding. Further, please note that identification of contamination may require the property owner to notify the MPCA of an identified release, and additional investigation may be required to evaluate the extent of impacts and to obtain applicable liability assurance letters from the MPCA. The proposed investigation includes collection of electronic data regarding sample locations, field screening results, and analytical results. If the Site is enrolled in an MPCA program, Braun Intertec will submit the electronic data to the MPCA's Environmental Quality Information System (EQuIS), which is required by MPCA to obtain approvals. Project Team The below staff are those that may be involved in the Phase II ESA scope of services and/or in additional investigation or Response Action Plan development tasks or activities. Braun Intertec Page 6 28 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 Mark Keefer, PG Principal In Charge Justin Michael, PG Manager I Senior Scientist 1 Jen Force, PG Principal Scienctist Tim Einberger Project Scientist Derek Cole Staff Scientist Will Jacobsen Manager I Senior Scientist Resumes attached at the end of the proposal** Relevant Experience Travis Pennings, PE Manager I Senior Engineer Ben Fedje, PE Project Engineer Brady Boeckers, PE Staff Engineer l Bl Project Name: Arbor Lakes Industrial (Former Hilger Transfer and Barton Sand & Gravel Parcels) Location: 10950 85th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55369 Owner: Exeter 10950 85th, L.P. (purchased from IDP- ODC Arbor Industrial, L.L.C.) Project Description The Arbor Lakes project consisted of construction of 204,000 square feet of industrial office and warehouse space on 13 acres that had been impacted by historical unpermitted waste disposal and waste transfer station operations. Barriers to project completion included significant soil cleanup, management of hazardous waste, and soil corrections/improvements. Braun Intertec held the $5.4 MM contract for soil remediation, soil corrections and vapor mitigation. Braun Intertec Page 7 29 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 [B] Project Name: Norther Stacks (Multiple Phases) Location: 4800 East River Road, Fridley, MN 55421 Owner: Multiple (e.g., Northern Stacks I LLC, Northern Stacks VII LLC, etc.) Project Description: The Northern Stacks project consisted of construction of 8 industrial buildings on 122 acres totaling 1.75 million square feet of build to suite space. The buildings are located on the former site of the Northern Pump Company, constructed in 1940, and were home to former naval gun manufacturing operations. Barriers to project completion included significant soil cleanup, vapor mitigation, demolition, and abatement activities. Braun Intertec fees totaled approximately $20 MM for turnkey cleanup, demolition, abatement, and associated oversight and testing services. Project Schedule Braun Intertec has the capacity and will begin work on the project immediately upon entering into a professional services agreement with the City. We anticipate completing the Phase II ESA within seven to ten weeks as detailed below: Project Coordination: Two to three weeks from receiving verbal authorization Field Investigation: Seven working days Laboratory Analyses: Two to three weeks following field investigations Data Evaluation and Reporting: Two to three weeks following receipt of laboratory results. Cost Proposal Please see below for a completed copy of Attachment C from the request for proposal provided by the City of Shakopee. A more detailed breakdown of costs and unit rates will be provided upon request. Task Description Quantity Unit Price Extended Price Mobilization 0 $ - $ - Drilling & Soil Sampling 30 $ 1,457.22 $ 43,716.50 Groundwater Sampling 1 $ 582.45 $ 582.45 Laboratory Analysis — VOCs(includes trip blanks) 49 $ 108.10 $ 5,296.90 Laboratory Analysis -SVOCs/PAHs 46 $ 112.70 $ 5,184.20 Laboratory Analysis - Metals 46 $ 104.65 $ 4,813.90 Laboratory Analysis-TPH/PAHs (included as SVOCs) 0 $ 112.70 $ - Braun Intertec Page 8 30 City of Shakopee Phase II Environmental Site Investigation Shakopee Gravel Pit September 16, 2025 l Bl Task Description Quantity Unit Price Extended Price Laboratory Analysis - PCBs 5 $ 110.40 $ 552.00 Laboratory Analysis — PFAS (includes equipment blanks) 23 $ 403.65 $ 9,283.95 Laboratory Analysis - DRO 15 $ 72.45 $ 1,086.75 Data Analysis & Interpretation 1 $ 2,962.00 $ l 2,962.00 Draft Report Preparation 1 $ 3,776.00 $ 3,776.00 Final Report Preparation 1 $ 388.00 $ 388.00 Work Plan & Investigation Coordination 1 $ 2,956.00 $ 2,956.00 Estimated Total $ 80,598.65 References Client: City of Fridley Client Contact: Mr. Paul Bolin Contact Number: 763.572.3591 Contact Email: Paul.Bolin@fridleymn.gov Client: International Institute of Minnesota Client Contact: Ms. Jane Graupman Contact Number: 651.377.8651 Contact Email: JGraupman@iimn.org Braun Intertec Page 9 31 Mark Keefer, PG Director I Principal Geologist Mr. Keefer is a licensed professional geologist who has worked in the environmental field since 2003 (21+ years), providing professional consulting service to private clients and state agencies. Mark's project experience includes large-scale project management; site characterization and corrective action; hydrogeologic investigations; Brownfield redevelopment; and remediation system design, implementation and maintenance. Mark has completed some of the largest brownfield redevelopment projects in the State of Minnesota including the Northern Stacks Development at a former superfund site, as well as performed environmental work at hundreds of other sites through the United States, including several with perfluoroalky and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) impacts. In support of these brownfield redevelopment, Mr. Keefer has prepared dozens of successful grant applications for environmental funding to help facilitate these developments. Mr. Keefer is currently serving on the MPCAs PFAS task force, and helping the MPCA in developing the MCPAs guidance on the investigation and remediation of PFAS impacts in Minnesota. In addition to his consulting work, Mark has co-authored several published technical papers and has presented at dozens of technical seminars. Mr. Keefer has a diverse background which includes due diligence and site characterization of facilities throughout the United States involved in various market sectors, and as the program director for a consulting services contract the with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). His past experience gives him a unique skill -set as well as client -focused relationships and he has additional proficiency in technical writing and group management. Mr. Keefer is currently the Director of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Investigation and Remediation group within Braun Intertec. The Director role includes overseeing several teams of professionals focused on the investigation and remediation of sites throughout the Twin Cities region and beyond. Specially,he is responsible for the financial performance of the group, development of strategic objectives and plans, and guiding the team towards the teams objectives and goals. Specific project responsibilities include: Developing and implementing investigation plans, sampling and analysis plans (SAPs), Response Action Plans (RAPs), quality assurance project plans (QAPPs), and construction contingency plans. Construction oversight including remediation systems and institution controls. Communicating with regulatory personnel and enrolling sites in Minnesota's Petroleum Brownfields and Voluntary Investigation and Cleanup Programs. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.S., Environmental Geology & Technology, University of North Dakota M.S., Hydrogeology, University of North Dakota Registrations Professional Geologist (PG): MN No.47350 Certifications 40 -hour HAZWOPER Certification and annual refresher training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 OSHA Site Supervisor Training E-Railsafe Certified Memberships American Institute of Professional Geologist National Groundwater Association Minnesota Groundwater Association Toastmasters International *While employed by another firm. Em Managing clients, developing and administering project budgets. Writing proposals and final reports, supervising field implementation and providing senior report review. Performing Phase I ESAs in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard for Commercial Real Estate Transactions, Practice No. E-1527. Providing technical quality control review of reports. Business Uniter Leader for Investigation and Remediation work at Braun Intertec. Direct supervision of multiple teams of staff from entry level to senior scientists. Project Experience Remedial Investigations, RAP Preparation and Implementation, Redevelopment of Former NIROP Superfund Site, Hyde Development, Fridley, MN: the senior scientist for the investigation and redevelopment of a 120 acre Former Super fund site. Direct work included initial due diligence work; preparing multiple remedial investigation work plans, sampling and analysis plans, and the quality assurance project plan; overseeing, directing, and evaluating the investigation work in support of preparing response actions for the property. Mr. Keefer prepared four separate Response Action Plans (RAPs) for the redevelopment of the Site. Brownfield Investigation and Response Acton Plan Implementation, City of Fridley Civic Center, Fridley, MN: Senior geologist and project manager for a 30 acre redevelopment of a former ice arena, firefighting training facility and public works facility. The work included multiple investigations including Phase I ESAs, Phase II ESA, Limited Site Investigations, remedial investigations, soil vapor investigations and hydrogeological investigations. The remedial actions performed included leaking underground tank removals, soil removal and off -site disposal, building abatement and demolition, soil and soil vapor remedial action implementation and ongoing groundwater investigation of impacts. The site impacts included perfluoroalky and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), petroleum and non -petroleum volatile organic compounds (VOCs), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and Metals. RCRA Investigation, Univar USA, Omaha, NE: Hydrogeologist for the hydrogeologic and geotechnical remedial investigation actions at this current chemical distribution facility. Chemicals of interest included *While employed by another firm. 33 trichloroethene, acetone, dieldrin (a pesticide), and carbon tetrachloride. The company and U.S. EPA Region VII had entered into a Consent Order calling for RCRA Corrective Action. Direct work includes groundwater sampling, oversight for the construction of the groundwater extraction, treatment and discharge system (GETDS), operation of the GETDS, oversight of the demolition of site structures, grading of the site for drainage and for paving, and the construction of the permanent cover for the Site. Brooklyn Center, MN: Project manager/project geologist for the characterization and remedial action development and implementation for the redevelopment of a 10 -acre Brownfield site impacted with PAHs and metals. Work involved preparing the remedial investigation approach, overseeing the investigation, preparing and overseeing the response actions, and preparing the response action implementation report. Work included geotechnical and environmental soil correction, dewatering, soil disposal, site grading and coordination with the building contractor. The work also involved coordinating and overseeing the work of multiple contractors, and coordinating with the MPCA, The City of Brooklyn Center, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Building System, Lester Prairie, MN*: Geologist for the site characterization and investigation efforts in property transfer, remedial response planning, and implementation that included the excavation and segregation of more than 3,700 tons of impacted soil and the on - Site treatment of over 650 tons of soil impacted with pentachlorophenol and petroleum products in support of the site redevelopment. *While employed by another firm. 34 Jennifer Force, PG Principal Scientist Jennifer Force is a Principal Scientist with 33 years of experience in site assessment and cleanup, specializing in the redevelopment and construction on contaminated properties. She has successfully managed due diligence and cleanup at several large and complex projects, including Superfund sites and abandoned industrial facilities. Jennifer excels in conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and soil vapor investigations. She is adept at developing cleanup plans that are implemented concurrently with redevelopment efforts, ensuring regulatory compliance and securing liability assurances through Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) programs. Jennifer is proficient at scoping and managing projects, directing project staff and subcontractors, interpretating technical data and developing recommendations. Jennifer has a proven track record of working with multi -disciplinary project teams and has prepared numerous brownfields grant applications, securing over $24 million in investigation and cleanup grants from local, state, and federal programs. Project Experience Mill District Site, Sartell, Minnesota* —As the City of Sartell furthers redevelopment of the former Verso Paper Mill, a prominent 45.8 -acre site located along the Mississippi River, Jennifer provided environmental due diligence and cleanup planning services to the city. The site operated as a paper mill for more than 100 years until a catastrophic explosion and fire destroyed the mill in 2012. The long -vacant facility was purchased by the City of Sartell in 2022 to spur redevelopment of the site. As project manager, Jennifer was responsible for conducting a Phase I ESA, developing a work plan, conducting a Phase II ESA and asbestos surveys of remaining buildings, preparing bid specifications, and obtaining a No Association Determination and regulatory approvals from the MPCA. To safely mitigate contamination at the Site, Jennifer prepared a Response Action Plan (RAP) that will be implemented concurrently with construction of the riverwalk and installation of public utilities. With Jennifer's assistance, the City secured funding to conduct environmental investigations. (2021 - 2025) • Upper Harbor Redevelopment, Minneapolis, Minnesota* - The City of Minneapolis is redeveloping a 48 -acre former barge terminal along the Mississippi River in North Minneapolis. Jennifer's responsibilities included conducting a site -wide Phase I ESA, conducting additional investigation to characterize soil for offsite/onsite re -use or disposal in accordance with MPCA best management practices, conducting asbestos surveys of buildings slated for demolition, and assisting with securing funding from Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund (ERF) for cleanup. She was also responsible for developing and implementing a RAP during the BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education Bachelor of Science Geology University of Wisconsin - Madison (1991) Certificate Environmental Studies University of Wisconsin - Madison (1991) Registrations Professional Geologist— MN (30305) Certifications OSHA HAZWOPER 40 -Hour and annual refresher (2025) OSHA 10 Memberships Minnesota Brownfields — Program Committee Member *Select projects were completed employed by another firm. ea initial phase of redevelopment that included building demolition, mass grading, installation of public utilities and construction of a riverfront parkway. Cleanup efforts were documented in a RAP implementation report which led to issuance of a No Further Action from the MPCA. She also led the effort to conduct a Phase I ESA and Remedial Investigation under the MDA's AgVIC Program to investigate the extent of fertilizer impacts at the site. (2021 — 2024) ■ Cedar Avenue Reconstruction, Minneapolis, MN* - As Hennepin County prepared preliminary design plans to reconstruct Cedar Avenue (CSAH 152) between 24th Street East and Lake Street in the City of Minneapolis, Jennifer's team conducted a preliminary environmental investigation to gather data that the team can use to guide stormwater infiltration and other design features. Recognizing the neighborhood's long struggle with widespread, windblown arsenic impacts from the nearby CMC Heartland Partner Superfund site as well as other contaminated properties, the environmental investigation included a desktop review, collecting environmental samples from geotechnical soil borings, collecting shallow soil samples to assess arsenic impacts, and calculating a site -specific Soil Leaching Value. As a result of her efforts, the design team is avoiding infiltration of stormwater over a shallow, arsenic impacted groundwater plume that extends from the Superfund site below the southern portion of the project corridor. (2024) ■ Barge Terminal 2 Rehabilitation, St. Paul, MN* - Jennifer served as the project manager leading a multi -discipline team as environmental investigations, cleanup planning and National Environmental Policy Act review were conducted and permits were secured. As part of the dockwall rehabilitation project at Barge Terminal 2 for the St. Paul Port Authority, Jennifer provided environmental consulting services to assess the extent and magnitude of petroleum contamination that was encountered in 2010 during reconstruction of the Lafayette Avenue Bridge that crosses over the eastern end of the site and to plan for managing contamination that could be encountered during the project. Specifically, Jennifer's role included conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and preparing a RAP that was closely coordinated with the project design. Through her investigations, former off site petroleum storage facilities were determined to be the likely source of impacts— answering a key question prior to construction. (2022 — 2025) ■ Voyageurs National Park Visitors Center, Crane Lake, MN* - The Town of Crane Lake recently opened a new visitors center for Voyageurs National Park, which will be an economic catalyst the Town. To address petroleum contamination from a former lakeside fueling station, Jennifer led the effort to conduct Phase I and Phase II ESAs, conduct a soil vapor assessment, develop and implement a RAP, which included installation of a vapor mitigation system, and secure DEED cleanup grant funding. Because the MPCA is currently investigating and remediating the petroleum release, Jennifer worked closely with the agency to coordinate redevelopment with the MPCA's efforts. (2021 — 2025). *Select projects were completed employed by another firm. 36 Justin Michael, PG Manager, Senior Scientist Mr. Michael has worked in the environmental field since 2012 and has experience with environmental investigations, remediation, and project management. Justin is responsible for conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Phase II ESAs, hazardous building material surveys, environmental grant cleanup applications, coordinating with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff, and administering construction oversight. Justin has been involved with projects related to remedial investigations, petroleum release sites, and hazardous waste sites. His experience also includes data evaluation and preparation of technical environmental documents. Mr. Michael's has worked on Phase I ESAs in multiple different sectors including automotive and marine maintenance repair facilities, private residential homes, farmstead and agricultural properties, commercial and light -industrial offices, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities. He has also assisted or overseen the cost-effective management and coordination of remedial activities for dozens of commercial brownfield redevelopments for clients, which included the installation of vapor intrusion mitigation systems, groundwater and soil remediation, and removal and disposal of other regulated materials. Project Experience St. Croix Bridge Project, Stillwater, Minnesota: A cooperative project between the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) and Wisconsin DOT to construct a bridge spanning the St. Croix River for Minnesota State Highway 36 and Wisconsin State Highway 64. Mr. Michael was involved in the environmental oversight and remediation of identified impacted areas within the MNDOT project limits as part of the Braun Intertec environmental consulting team. The Nordic, Minneapolis, Minnesota: A mixed -use market rate housing and office project located in the Warehouse District of downtown Minneapolis that required remediation of a historic neighborhood dump. Mr. Michael was responsible for overseeing the completion of environmental remediation services, management of environmental cleanup grant money, testing, and closure reporting. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.S., Geology, Chemistry Minor, University of Minnesota Registrations Professional Geologist License No. 57703 Certifications Minnesota Department of Health Accredited Asbestos Inspector No. AI12434 40 -Hour HAZWOPER Certification and annual refresher training 10 -Hour OSHA Construction Outreach Training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 Personal Protective Equipment Training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection Training Fall Protection Training Confined Space Entry Training Memberships AIPG Professional Member MEM-2861 Thomas Einberger Project Scientist Mr. Einberger has experience in the environmental consulting field since 2012, providing professional consulting services in field monitoring, sampling and related documentation on environmental investigation and cleanup projects. Tom has valuable experience in communication with the contractors on a project while being the eyes and ears for project managers. He also has experience doing house inspections for asbestos and hazardous materials. Through his environmental coursework and training at Braun Intertec, Tom is knowledgeable on the proper use of environmental field monitoring equipment including photoionization detectors, water level indicators, and media sampling procedures. His other responsibilities include proposal assistance, data tabulation, and report preparation assistance. Project Experience Various Phase I ESA reconnaissance walkthroughs throughout Minnesota: Walk through sites, document recognized environmental conditions (RECs) at the sites, take photo documentation, and record any important details of nearby facilities. Rochester Broadway Apartments, MN: assisted in writing the Phase I ESA report while looking at aerials, sanborn maps, EDR reports, and city directories. Various projects including Phase II ESAs, LSIs, Tank Removals, General Site Assessments in Minnesota, Idaho, and Montana: Conducted field work at various commercial, residential, and future developments performing testing of soil, water and vapor while on site. Other efforts included geoprobe and hollow stem auger drilling, logging of soils, sub -slab vapor sampling, and working with private and public utilities to clear the sites prior to drilling activities. Asbestos Hazardous Material Surveys, MN and ND*: Completed walkthroughs of various houses and sampled for asbestos containing materials, provided an inventory of hazardous materials, worked with contractors and did final inspections once finished, and prepared reports for the clients. Bloomington Area Wide Contamination Project, Bloomington, MN*: Conducted field work setting up soil gas suma canisters and took water samples to find the extent of contamination in a given radius within Bloomington. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.A., Environmental Studies, Gustavus Adolphus College Certifications OSHA 40 -Hour Hazardous Waste Operations Certification (29 CFR 1910.120) OSHA Hazards of Confined Space Entry (29 CFR 1910.146) and refresher training OSHA Hazards of Fall Protection and refresher training Minnesota Department of Health Asbestos Inspector and refresher training No. AI12224 North Dakota Asbestos Inspector and Refresher training No. 5394 CP/UN eRail Safe System Badge and refresher training No. 225502 Amtrak Contractor Orientation Training No. UTAMTKMNMN081800028 38 Landfill Water Sampling, MN*: Aided sample landfill groundwater using various kinds of pumps. Sediment Sampling, MN: sampled numerous ponds for analytical testing for future dredging activities. Angel Food Mart, Coon Rapids, MN: Lead field technician performing testing of soil, water and vapor while on site to delineate contamination at the site. Buzza Lofts, Minneapolis, MN: Oversaw the soil excavation of contaminated soils and installation of a stormwater line in the green space. Provided manifests to truck drivers and kept a daily log and pictures of the project's progress. The Penfield, St. Paul, MN: Oversaw the soil excavation of contaminated soils and provided manifests to truck drivers while keeping a daily log and pictures of the project's progress. Anderson Trucking Service Noth Woods Cleanup, Waite Park, MN*: Oversaw cleanup of the former Anderson Trucking site and soil excavation of contaminated soil while providing a daily log, pictures, and communication with project manager and contractor. Opus Veto Flats, Minneapolis, MN*: Lead field technician overseeing project while doing a hazardous material survey and sampled for ACM. Oversaw the abatement and excavation of contaminated soils from the site. Provided manifests to truck drivers and kept a daily log journal while taking pictures. Former Gas Stop, Moorhead, MN*: Lead field technician overseeing the soil excavation of contaminated soils from a former gas stop. Kept a daily log and took pictures of the installation of storm water and sanitary drains. Took soil samples and submitted for analytical testing. Old MPS Power Plant, Moorhead, MN: Lead field technician overseeing the abatement, demolition, soil excavation, removal of hazardous materials, and screening for mercury. Provided professional services for soil sampling, communicated with the project manager and client on progress of project, maintained a daily log, pictures, and paperwork relating to the project while building a professional relationship with the contractor to accomplish the task at hand. 39 Derek Cole, GIT Staff Scientist II Mr. Cole is a Staff Scientist II in Braun Intertec's Bloomington, Minnesota office. Mr. Cole has been working in the environmental consulting field since November 2021. His experience includes Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, soil classification and sampling, monitoring well installation & abandonment, indoor air sampling, soil vapor sampling (sub -slab soil vapor and soil vapor probes) groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, construction & excavation oversight, global positioning system (GPS) data collection, preparation of technical reports, data analysis, equipment calibration, well gauging, preparation and analysis of hydrographs, and remedial oversite for NAPL remediation systems. Project Experience Marathon St. Paul Park Refinery, Newport/St. Paul Park, MN, 2025: Executed a variety of field events including but not limited to well gauging, manual LNAPL recovery, air monitoring, remediation system operations & maintenance, groundwater sampling, soil classification and sampling, excavation and remedial oversight, and emergency response actions on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and/or annual basis. Assisted with the preparation and implementation of technical reports such as annual monitoring reports, sampling and analysis plans, and monthly system summary reports. Superior Terminal Environmental Liability Transfer, Superior, WI , 2023: Performed groundwater monitoring activities including gauging, manual LNAPL recovery, weekly operations & maintenance events on an active pneumatic LNAPL skimming system, site reconnaissance for redevelopment, and groundwater sampling. Assisted in preparing technical status reports for submittal to the client and WIDNR. UPRR Twin Cities Intermodal Terminal Redevelopment, Minneapolis, MN, 2022: Oversaw the excavation of petroleum and RCRA metals impacted soil. Managed waste manifests and coordinated scheduling of on -site activities between excavation contractors and UPRR facility personnel. UPRR Land Development Efforts, Phoenix, AZ, 2022: Oversaw the utility clearance and hand augering of over 100 soil boring locations across multiple properties as part of a Phase II ESA. Collected soil samples and logged GPS data points sitewide. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education BS, Earth Sciences University of Minnesota — Twin Cities 2016-2021 Certifications 40 Hour Initial HAZWOPER Health and Safety Training OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Training OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety and Health Geologist in Training (GIT), MN 40 UPRR Land Development Efforts, Phoenix, AZ, 2022: Oversaw the utility clearance and hand augering of over 100 soil boring locations across multiple properties as part of a Phase II ESA. Collected soil samples and logged GPS data points sitewide. Armourdale Terminal Redevelopment, Kansas City, KS, 2023: Sampled and characterized soil from over 100 borings as part of a Phase II ESA for an actively redeveloping railyard, utilizing Management of Change and Stop Work Authority procedures when necessary for site safety and security. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Marginal Conventional Well Plugging, Multiple Sites, NY, 2024: Oversaw the plugging and abandonment of orphaned and Marginal Conventional Wells throughout the state of New York through federal funding provided by the Methane Emissions Reduction Program as part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Tasks included managing air monitoring practices to ensure the safety of personnel on -site, interfacing with drilling subcontractors and state agencies, and documentation & communication of pertinent activities daily. Chubb/Sherwin-Williams Demolition Oversight, Garland, TX, 2024: Oversaw various on -site activities related to the demolition of part of a Sherwin-Williams industrial plant, ensuring that no hazardous or industrial waste from demolition activities entered off -site drains, stormwater outfalls, or any other potential receptor pathways. Navigated a large site with simultaneous operations and a variety of health and safety concerns, while communicating efficiently with site representatives and subcontractors. MPCA 80 Acre Closed Landfill, Bemidji, MN, 2024: Collected soil gas samples from over 25 temporary soil vapor probes during multiple seasonal events to address concerns related to the development of a closed landfill (CLF). Groundwater samples were collected from on -site monitoring wells and analyzed for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), RCRA metals, as well as PFAS. MPCA Release Site Soil Vapor Investigation, Multiple Locations, MN, 2025: Conducted sub slab soil vapor investigation tasks at multiple residential development sites. Activities included coordination of scheduling between homeowners and subcontractors and other personnel, collecting sub -slab soil vapor samples, and analyzing data to determine the need for a sub -slab depressurization system based on laboratory analytical results. If necessary, the oversight of system installation was completed, and further confirmation testing was conducted. 41 William Jacobsen Staff Scientist I Will Jacobsen is a Staff Scientist I at Braun Intertec Corporation with 1 year of experience in the Environmental Investigation and Remediation division. He has been trained and performed fieldwork for Phase I Environmental Assessments (ESA), Phase II ESAs and Response Action Plan (RAP) implementation. While performing these field activities he has gained experience in various disciplines including soil, soil vapor, groundwater, field screening of soils, and construction oversight while following SOPs established by Braun Intertec Corporation. Along with fieldwork experience he also has experience writing investigation reports and data management. Project Experience Northrup King Residential, Minneapolis, MN: Provided excavation oversight in accordance with a RAP. Screened soil for landfill disposal and potential on -Site re -use based to meet regulatory requirements for buffer zones. Oversaw and aided in the segregation of debris laden and debris free soils. Collected base confirmation samples at the extent of excavation to provide documentation of remaining soils. Blaine Town Center — East District: Aided in the completion of a Phase II ESA that included sampling and screening soils from 18 soil borings, sampling 14 temporary wells, and 21 soil vapor sampling with SUMMA Canisters. Temporary well sampling included tasks such as purging with a peristaltic pump and taking water level measurements. Wakota Crossing Focus Area Investigation, South St. Paul, MN: Assisted in the completion of a Phase II ESA that included sampling and screening soils from 14 soil borings, sampling 5 temporary wells, and 12 soil vapor sampling with SUMMA Canisters. This included using the proper sampling and decontamination procedures for PFAS groundwater and soil sampling, as well as capturing sample locations with GPS elevation measurements. 550 West Lake Street Apartments, Minneapolis, MN: Provided excavation oversight in accordance with a RAP. Aided in the segregation of both regulated and unregulated soils for landfill disposal and off -Site re -use. Collected base of excavation confirmation samples to ensure regulatory compliance. Combined laboratory data into spreadsheet for use in RAP implementation report. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.S. Environmental Science focus in Biology Minors: Geology and Sustainability University of St. Thomas (May 2024) Certifications OSHA 40 -Hour HAZWOPER training course (2024) 42 Travis Pennings, PE Project Engineer Mr. Pennings is responsible for overseeing the implemenation of various corrective actions including: excavation oversight, construction dewatering, onsite treatment of impacted soil and disposal of soil impacted with various contaminants including metals, petroleum, solvents and other hazardous materials. As part of response action implementation, Travis is experienced in accurate field documentation, overseeing subcontractors' compliance with specifications and plans and acting as onsite advocate for our clients. Besides response action implementation duties, Travis is also knowledgable in peforming investigative field methods including soil, groundwater, sediment and vapor sample collection for laboratory analyses. He is responsible for storm water plan inspection compliance for projects undertaken by Braun Intertec. His responsibilities often include monitoring compliance with environmental conditions and permit requirements contained in project environmental documents, as well as inspections and follow-up on all identified environmental SWPPP issues. Travis is also responsible for on -site quality control testing including soil compaction, concrete testing, construction materials testing, and preparing reports under the supervision of the project engineer. Travis has performed the following types of work: well abandonment, concrete pours, Atterberg limits, drilling assistant, monitoring well development/sampling, pile observation, P200 washes, compaction testing, breaking cylinders, and providing field oversight. Project Experience Van White Memorial Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN: Conducted field monitoring during RAP implementation, which included almost three months of soil classification, excavation observation and screening of approximately 15,000 cubic yards of soil removed as part of road and bridge construction through several contaminated properties. Characteristically hazardous soil was treated onsite prior to disposal and documentation samples were collected for rush analyses. University of Minnesota Recreational Sports Dome, Minneapolis, MN: Classification, screening, sampling and excavation oversight during removal of approximately 14,000 cubic yards of fill soil. Responsibilities included field screening soil to segregate impacted soil from non - BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B. S., Environmental Engineering, University of Wisconsin - Platteville Certifications U of M Erosion and Sediment Control SWPPP Design, Site Management, and Installer/ Inspector Certifications 40 -hour HAZWOPER Certification and annual refresher training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazmat Training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 Personal Protective Equipment Training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection Training OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 Confined Space Entry Training e -Rail Safe CP, BNSF Radioactive Materials Transportation Training 49 CFR 172 Subpart H Nuclear Moisture/Density Gauge Safety and Operator Training American Concrete Institute Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I MnDot Certified Concrete Field Level I No. 014667 43 impacted soil and documenting onsite re -use of impacted soils while minimizing disruption to the overall construction project. Oak Street Flats, Minneapolis, MN: Excavation observation, screening and confirmation sampling as impacted fill soil was removed as part of site redevelopment. The CCP was implemented when potential asbestos containing material was encountered. Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Project, Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN: Field technician during construction of 9.8 -mile -long corridor. Responsibilities included screening of soil samples for contamination, collection of soil and groundwater samples, and documenting field work. Southwest Christian High School, Chaska, MN: SWPPP Inspector for Southwest Christian High School. Responsible for SWPPP implementation during construction, as well as performing required weekly inspections. 44 Benjamin Fedje, PE Staff Engineer Mr. Fedje has over 1.5 years of professional experience within the fields of construction and environmental consulting. His duties currently include Phase II drilling investigations, environmental construction monitoring, soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling, soil classification, photoionization detector (PID) screening, global positioning system (GPS) data collection and soil remediation oversight. Ben also emphasizes safety while on -site and maintains open and active communication with project managers. In the office, Ben works on report preperation and data organization. Project Experience Various Water Main/Service Construction/Improvement Projects* 2021: Conducted field work for public works projects and redevelopment sites. Typical duties involved sampling drinking water for Colilert® bacterial testing and colorimeter screening of the drinking water. Other construction oversight duties (such as inspecting the construction of the water utilities and field notetaking) were also performed. Phase II ESA, Fort Snelling Upper Post, Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory, MN, 2021: Oversaw test pit excavation in the vicinity of dormitories at Fort Snelling. Duties included screening the soils with a PID, classifying soil and debris found within the pits, and taking analytical soil samples to test several different analytes. RAP Implementation, 2841 Hennepin Development, Minneapolis, MN, 2021: Conducted soil remediation oversight for the construction of an apartment building in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. Screened and classified soil during the excavation to determine whether soil could be re -used offsite or if it had to be exported as regulated fill to a licensed landfill. He also handled various data management and reporting tasks including formatting data, data analysis, and writing the RAP Implementation report. Phase II ESA, Former Gary's 1st Class Car Care Property, Excelsior, MN, 2021: Performed environmental investigative work for the sale of a formerautomobile service center in Excelsior. Ben's work included logging soil borings(including classifying soil, identifying groundwater depth), and taking samplesof the site's soil, soil vapor, and groundwater. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.S. Environmental Engineering University of Minnesota -Twin Cities Registrations Professional Engineering (PE): MN No. 64624 Certifications OSHA 40 -Hour HAZWOPER Certification Engineer -In -Training Certification (MN) 45 Phase II ESA, HCMC Purple Ramp Expansion & O2 Tank Relocation, Minneapolis, MN, 2021: Ben oversaw soil borings that were used to investigate the environmental condition of two sites for the Hennepin County Medical Center in downtown Minneapolis. Ben classified the soil and debris found in the borings, screened the soil with a PID to look for contaminants of concern, and took analytical soil samples to help identify any contamination. He also handled various data management and reporting tasks including formatting data, data analysis, and writing the Phase II report. 46 Brady Boeckers Staff Engineer Mr. Boeckers has over 3 years of professional experience within the fields of construction and environmental consulting. His duties currently include environemtal construction monitoring, soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling, soil classification, photoionization detector (PID) screening, global positioning system (GPS) data collection, vapor mitigation system designs, vapor mitigation design inspections, redevelopment plans and specifications drafting, and demolition oversight. Brady also emphasizes safety while on -site and maintains open and active communication with project managers. In the office, Brady works on report preparation and data organization. Project Experience RAP Implementation, Blake Road Station Apartments, Hopkins, MN, 2023: Oversaw utility trench installation and mass excavation of a 2.27 - acre site for the development of a multi -story apartment building. Duties included screening soils with a PID, classifying soil and debris found within excavation extents, taking analytical soil samples to test for several analytes, and manifesting trucks hauling soil off -site. Other duties included performing vapor mitigation design inspections, and communications with client and subcontractors. Phase II ESA, Project Sunrise Midwest, Glenview, IL, 2023: Performed environmental investigative work for the sale and redevelopment of a 237.68 -acre site. Duties included planning and communications with analytical laboratory and field subcontractors, using GPS technology to stake investigation locations, installation and collection of soil vapor samples, oversight of geotechnical soil borings, classification of soils and debris encountered during geotechnical borings, and collection of analytical soil samples to test for several analytes. Demolition, 1500 Towerview Road, Eagan, MN, 2025: Assisted with the writing of the Plans and Specifications for the abatement, demolition, and redevelopment of an approximately 335,000 square foot building. Duties included plans and specifications drafting, pre -bid site walks with building maintenance personnel, pre -bid site walks with demolition contractors, attending townhall meetings for public bid reveal, assisting with client and contractor building handover, and oversight during demolition. BRAUN INTERTEC the science you build on Education B.S. Civil Engineering University of Minnesota —Twin Cities Certifications OSHA 40 -Hour HAZWOPER Certification Certified Asbestos Inspector Engineer -In -Training Certification (MN) 47 WILLA! SHAKOPEE Agenda Item: Prepared by: Reviewed by: Shakopee Economic Development Authority October 7, 2025 EDA Bill List Becky Smith, Accounting Specialist 5.a Action to be considered: Review EDA Bill List Motion Type: Informational only Background: EDA Bill List provided to EDA Commissioners Recommendation: Information Only Budget Impact: N/A Attachments: 48