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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 2004-01-15 MINUTES OF THE 154th REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH (..., ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 154th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan was called to order at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, January 15, 2004 in the 4th floor conference room of City Hall. Members Present: Jack Engebretson, Mayor Scott Grace, Chairman John Walsh, Vice Chairman Wes Graff Dennis Kujawa Lowell Peterson Bill Pike Marvin Walkon Duane Wolfgang Members Absent: Stan Anderson Toni Mette Jerry Wordhouse Others Present: John Nagy, Director (..- Mark Taormina, Planning Director Jeff Bryant, Economic Development Director Tim Knutsen, Beckett& Raeder Randy Couture, Remi-Keith Construction(Big Boy Restaurant) Dr. Robert Auth, Citizen Christopher Martin, Citizen Marge Roney, Secretary 1. Roll was called. A quorum was present at 3:15 p.m. 2. Comments from the Chairman: The Chairman acknowledged receipt of a thank you letter from Carol Swales for the gift certificate she received for her contribution to the Holiday Parade. A thank you letter was also received from the Goodfellows for the contribution made by the PRDA for needy families living in the Plymouth Road corridor. 3. Presentation on the Big Boy Restaurant Renovation. Randy Couture, Remi-Keith Construction, presented the proposed renovations for the Big Boy Restaurant at 33427 Plymouth Road, located on the south side of Plymouth Road between Farmington Road and Stark Road in the Northeast '/4 of Section 33. They have received Planning Commission approval to construct an addition and increase the seating capacity of the existing full service restaurant and are requesting the support of the PRDA for Cpresentation to the City Council. 1 On a motion made by Lowell, seconded by Walkon, and unanimously adopted, it was #2004-01 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby support the proposed renovations for the Big Boy Restaurant located at 33427 Plymouth Road, located on the south side of Plymouth Road between Farmington Road and Stark Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33, to construct an addition and increase the seating capacity of the existing full service restaurant(Petition 2003-11-02-22). Mr. Grace, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 4. Adoption of the 153rd Regular Meeting Minutes. On a motion made by Walsh, seconded by Graff, and unanimously adopted, it was #2004-02 RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the 153rd Regular Meeting, held on December 11, 2003, by the Plymouth Road Development Authority are hereby approved. Mr. Grace, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 5. Election of Officers. Mr. Peterson stated that all board members had been contacted and it was the recommendation of the Nominating Committee that the current officers be reinstated for another year. On a motion made by Walkon, seconded by Graff, and unanimously adopted, it was #2004-03 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby re-elect John Walsh as the Vice Chairman of the Authority for the term January 1 through December 31, 2004. Mr. Grace, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. On a motion made by Walkon, seconded by Graff, and unanimously adopted, it was #2004-04 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby re-elect Scott Grace as the Chairman of the Authority for the term January 1 through December 31, 2004. Mr. Grace, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 6. Finance Report: The Financial Statements of the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for the month ending November 30, 2003, will be presented at the February, 2004, meeting. 2 7. Committee Reports: Lir Development Assistance/Vacant Buildings: No report. Public Relations/Web Page: No report. Banner Committee: Mr. Walsh stated the Committee did meet with the banner supplier and they are preparing several renderings for seasonal banners. The new banners will be made with a high quality marine-type canvass that is resistant to fading and weathering. The proposed renderings, costs and recommendations will be presented to the members at the next PRDA meeting. Construction/Inspection: Mr. Pike suggested that Commercial Mowing Services provide a quotation for the removal of 150 ash trees and replacement with 100 trees of varieties to be determined. It was agreed that John Nagy will overlook this portion of the work, rather than using the services of Beckett & Raeder, for a savings in the amount of$2,275. It was Mr. Pike's recommendation that the proposal submitted by Beckett & Raeder, dated January 7, 2004, for Phase 6 of the Plymouth Road Streetscape project for improvements to the northeast intersection of Plymouth and Farmington be approved by the Board. Mr. Nagy will also assist in the administration of this phase of the work, and Beckett& Raeder will provide additional services, upon request, that will be billed on an hourly basis. On a motion made by Pike, seconded by Kujawa, and unanimously adopted, it was #2004-05 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby accept the proposal submitted by Beckett & Raeder, dated January 7, 2004, for professional services for Phase 6 of the Plymouth Road Streetscape Improvements in the amount of$6,500.00. Mr. Grace, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. Mr. Grace inquired about the status of the manhole cover and poles between Middlebelt and Inkster that need to be removed or repaired. Mr. Nagy stated that, as requested by the Board, he counseled with Michael Fisher, Assistant City Attorney. In a subsequent phone call to Detroit Edison, they committed to removing the three poles the week of January 26. The manhole issue is in the process of being resolved with the City Engineer. Additionally, the owner of the Brake Shop at Plymouth and Merriman has removed the problem light pole on that property. Mr. Grace had some questions regarding the contract with Commercial Mowing Services which provides for 20 snow removals per season, with a charge per push after 20 removals. Mr. Nagy stated that the charge per push was approximately $680 and that snow is removed at half-inch accumulations, or at his discretion, because of the use of benches at bus stops and plazas. Mr. Grace suggested that in the future, snow 3 removal for the bench sites at bus stops could be handled differently than snow removal at intersections. Mr. Grace also suggested that he would like to see an entrance sign to the Plymouth Road Corridor installed at the park site at Inkster and Plymouth Road. He stated that it would be a good year for this project because of the limited resources and the PRDA is not taking on more projects this year. Several years ago, Kathleen McCann offered the help of the probation department to put up signs, and Mr. Nagy stated that the PRDA had already financed the design of the sign. Mr. Grace asked that this item be discussed at the committee level. Additionally, repairs to the park were budgeted for last year and the special order stone cap will be installed in the Spring. Mr. Grace stated that a review of all traffic signs on the entire corridor should be made to address missing and obsolete signage. Mr. Nagy stated that MDOT has control over Plymouth Road and that they contract with Wayne County for traffic signals. He suggested that the matter could be pursued with the Wayne County Traffic Bureau. The Mayor suggested that the Traffic Commission could be helpful and Mr. Grace concurred. 8. Beckett & Raeder: Mr. Knutsen stated that Phase 5B is substantially complete; the decorative street signs are going in now. There are some punch items still open such as repairing the decorative fence and testing of the irrigation system. On Phase 5A, there are some issues with the contractor, Peter A Basile. It was suggested that a meeting be held with all parties to resolve the issues quickly. 9. Director's Report: Mr.Nagy stated that he had no further comments. 10. Polling of Board Members: Mr. Pike welcomed the new Mayor and offered the Board's assistance as it may be needed. Jeff Bryant stated the vacancy rate on the corridor has decreased from 13.5% to 11.9%. Mr. Walsh stated that the Governor of Michigan is assuming a $1 billion shortfall for the 2004-05 budget and that cuts are predicted everywhere. The City and the PRDA can expect to continue to feel the effects throughout the year. Christopher Martin brought two problems to the attention of the Board. First, a drainage problem exists with the deceleration lane installed at the corner of Plymouth and Farmington. When it rains, it causes standing water by Walgreens. Secondly, he brought in an illegal sign that was nailed to utility poles. The Mayor stated that the Inspection Department is responsible for policing illegal signs. Mr. Grace suggested that CMS also be encouraged to remove unapproved signs. Mr. Nagy was requested to contact the Inspection Department to alert them of the problem. 11. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded e and unanimously Authority oadopted,the y515, Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development 2004, was adjourned at 4:40 pm. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2004, in the Fourth Floor Conference Room of City Hall. Marge Roney, Secretary 4