HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 2015-01-15MINUTES OF THE 2415t REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA
The 241n Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the
City of Livonia, Michigan, was called to order at 3:05 p.m., Thursday, January 15,
2015, in the 4th floor conference room of City Hall.
Members Present: Jack Kirksey, Mayor
Ruth Ann Brown
Jeremy Curtis
Omar Faris, Vice Chair
John Hiltz
Betsy McCue
Greg Meyer, Chair
Lowell Peterson
Absent: None
Others Present: Mark Taormina, Economic Development& Planning Director
Michael Slater, Finance Director
Doug Moore, Assistant Superintendent of Public Service
Mike Molnar, Tech Seven
Robert Auth, Resident
Margie Watson, Secretary
1. Roll was called. A quorum was present.
2. Adoption of the Minutes.
On a motion made by Kirksey, seconded by Curtis, and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2015-01 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority
does hereby approve the Minutes of the 240' Regular Meefing
held on October 16, 2014.
A roll call vole on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Kirksey, Curtis, Brown, Faris, McCue, Peterson,
Meyer
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Hiltz
Mr. Meyer, Chairperson, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
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3. Financial Reports. The Financial Statements of the Authority's Special
Revenue Fund for the month ending October 31, 2014, were presented by
Michael Slater, Finance Director. The Balance Sheet reflects Total Assets in
the amount of $669,705.51, Total Liabilities in the amount of $17,882.40
and a Total Fund Balance in the amount of $651,823.11. All debt will be
paid by 2018, which is the largest PRDA expenditure.
On a motion made by Hiltz, seconded by McCue, and unanimously adopted,
it was
#2015-02 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority
does hereby accept and approve the Financial Statements of
the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for the month ending
October 31, 2014.
Mr. Meyer, Chairperson, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
4. Election of Officers. Lowell Peterson, on behalf of the Nominating
Committee, contacted all members and advised that Greg Meyer has
agreed to accept the nomination for Chair and Omar Faris has agreed to
accept the nomination of Vice Chair. The floor was open for additional
nominations. None were received.
On a motion made by Hiltz, seconded by McCue, and unanimously adopted,
it was
#2015-03 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority
does hereby elect Greg Meyer as the Chairman and Omar Faris
as Vice Chairman of the Authority for the term January 1
through December 31, 2015.
Mr. Meyer, Chairperson, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
5. New Business.
Irrigation Maintenance Contract. Mike Molder, Techseven Company,
offered to renew the contract with the PRDA for servicing the irrigation
system along the Plymouth Road corridor for two years at the current
pricing. Doug Moore, Assistant Superintendent of Public Service,
testified to Techseven's professionalism and expert services over the
past years and recommended renewal of the contract at a cost of
$26,300 per year. The contract covers the estimated cost for routine
maintenance and materials and labor costs which includes startup/shut
down and periodic system checks. Mr. Slater advised that the
combined 2014 costs for TechSeven and IS Fiber slaking services was
approximately $70,000. Mr. Molnar staled that when they initially
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began work on the corridor, half of the system was not working and
there were damaged heads and valves, but everything is in good
shape and functioning today. Mr. Slater asked if anything could be
done to lower water costs. Mr. Moore stated that the system was
turned down and started up later for 2014. New rain sensors could be
added but they would only be effective during a heavy rain season.
On a motion made by Hiltz, seconded by McCue, and unanimously adopted,
it was
#2015-04 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority
does hereby accept the proposal submitted by Techseven
Company, P.O. Box 182247, Shelby Township, Michigan
48318, as detailed in their proposal dated October 14, 2014, to
provide Plymouth Road Irrigation Sprinkler Maintenance
pursuant to the original Specifications and Contract Documents,
dated April 21, 2011, at an estimated cost of $26,300.00 per
year, for an "al will" term of two (2) years with an effective dale
of January 15, 2015.
Mr. Meyer, Chairperson, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
b) Light Pole Maintenance. Mark Taormina reported that the City
looked at the possibility of DTE taking over the maintenance of light
poles but from a financial standpoint it is not feasible at this time. In
December, Seaway test painted two poles located on the north side of
Plymouth Road on either side of Mayfield Avenue. Seaway
representatives will be asked to attend the next scheduled PRDA
meeting to present their recommendations as to which poles should be
repainted and what process they plan to use. There is a total of 430
Iightpoles on the corridor. Mike Slater will consult with DTE as to which
suppliers and processes they use for light pole maintenance in
anticipation of seeking competitive bids for light pole maintenance.
6. Around the Table
Omar Fans stated that ProCam has installed illegal banners on their
building located at Plymouth and Stark Roads. Mr. Faris spoke with the
Inspection Department who advised that ProCam will need to apply for a
sign permit.
John Hiltz noted that the brick pavers at the corner of Farmington Road are
in very poor condition. Doug Moore advised that he is in the process of
obtaining quotations to make repairs. Mr. Hiltz also advised that Kicker's
has new owners.
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Mayor Kirksey stated that this election year will be exciting because a new
mayor will be elected, and there will be additional campaigning for City
Council, City Clerk and Treasurer. To date, it is known that Lynda Scheel is
running for Treasurer and Chris Marlin has filed for City Council. The Mayor
also advised that the State of the City will take place in September rather
than in April since this is his last year in office. In response to Mr. Hiltz
inquiry, the Mayor advised that Sue Hoff has been appointed as City Clerk
until the next election takes place. He also advised that he attended 45
ribbon culling ceremonies in 2014.
Mark Taormina advised that he will be requesting a meeting with the
Executive Committee to review a proposal by Mama Mia's to renovate the
exterior of the restaurant and other proposed projects along Plymouth Road
including site plan review of a new bar. Other projects along Plymouth Road
including Richard George's Classic Motorcycles business, a furniture store
owned by Mr. Josefoski, Wonderland Bowling Alley, and others.
Lowell Peterson said that the tree contractor, Gee's, did an outstanding job
on tree removals and deanup.
Doug Moore staled that Waste Management has neglected to remove trash
at the parks and on Plymouth Road recently, but he is working with them to
improve the matter and asked that he be contacted if any problems arise.
Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously
adopted, the 241't Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road
Development Authority on January 15, 2015, was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
The next meeting will take place on April 16, 2015.
Margie Watson, Secretary