Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 2005-09-15 Le MINUTES OF THE 172' REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 1721 Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan was called to order at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, September 15, 2005, in the 4th floor conference room of City Hall. Members Present: Jack Engebretson, Mayor John Walsh, Chairman Wes Graff, Vice Chairman Stan Anderson Scott Grace Dennis Kujawa Toni Mette Greg Meyer Lowell Peterson Jerry Wordhouse Members Absent: John Hiltz(excused) Marvin Walkon Others Present: John J. Nagy, PRDA Director Michael Slater, Finance Director Steve Levesque, Commercial Mowing Services Ben Baker, Beckett& Raeder Ralph Williams, Resident Robert Auth, Resident Marge Watson, Secretary 1. Roll was called. A quorum was present 2. Adoption of the 1715E Regular Meeting Minutes. On a motion made by Peterson, supported by Wordhouse, and unanimously adopted, it was #2005-28 RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the 171st Regular Meeting, held on August 18, 2005, by the Plymouth Road Development Authority are hereby approved, as amended. Mr. Walsh, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 3. Finance Report: The Financial Statements of the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for the year ending August 31, 2005, were presented by Michael Slater, Finance Director. The Balance Sheet reflects total assets in the amount of 1 $1,113,479.08, total liabilities in the amount of $583,286.70 and a total fund balance of$530,192.38. On a motion made by Wordhouse, seconded by Anderson, and unanimously adopted, it was #2005-29 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 August 31, 2005. Mr. Walsh, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 4. Beckett & Raeder: (1) Benjamin Baker, representative from Beckett & Raeder, stated that the installation of the fence to complete Phase 6 will be done by October 1. (2) Mr. Wordhouse expressed concern that the process for repainting of the light poles by Seaway, the paint contractor, was not what Holophane said they would do. Mr. Walsh requested Mr. Nagy and Mr. Baker to investigate the matter. (3) Mr. Baker stated that sidewalk replacement at Walgreens (600 square feet) and Roush (100 square feet) would cost $4,500, but in the light of budget constraints, the work will not be done at this time. (4) Two other projects, the replacement of pavers at intersections damaged by trucks and the replacement of the park sign at Inkster Road, will also be delayed because of budget considerations. 5. Committee Reports: Construction Committee: (1) Ms. Mette stated that 20 streetlights were not working from Farmington to the TCF bank; Mr. Nagy will contact Ranck for repair or replacement. (2) The dead bushes in front of KFC and Roush will be replaced as necessary by Commercial Mowing Services. (3) Mr. Wordhouse requested that Commercial Mowing inspect the sprinkler sequence located near the roller skating rink. Public Relations: (1) Stan Anderson stated that the FCS has sent out questionnaires to the restaurants that participated in the Plymouth Road Taste Fest and they will provide a summary of participation when the responses are received. (2) Mr. Walsh advised Mr. Anderson that the cost for the Fall newsletter is included in the present year budget and preparation for its distribution should proceed. (3) Ms. Mette advised that it is not possible to assimilate an updated list of businesses in the Plymouth Road Corridor because the computer programs are not compatible. It was suggested that the Fall newsletter request business to update their profile so it can be included on the web site. Mr. Graff requested that Ewave provide a web page view count so it can be ascertained if efforts in this area are warranted. 6. Directors Report: (1) Mr. Nagy reported that the owners of new gas station at the (No southwest corner of Levan have voluntarily agreed to include the streetscape design elements at their cost. (2) The repairs to the damaged poles in front the Denne and Randazzo should be completed with the next two weeks. (3) The evergreen in front 2 of Dunkin' Donuts were planted by the PRDA and will be pruned, not removed, and will be included in the maintenance program for nextY ear 7. Resident Communications: (1) Ralph Williams assured the Board that there is a good industrial process available for the repainting of the street poles that are peeling and rusting. (2) Dr. Robert Auth advised that the lighted street signs at Farmington are still not working and inquired about the missing finials on top of various streetlights. Mr. Nagy replied that they are trying to locate the finials so they can be installed. 8. Polling of Members: (a) Toni Mette advised that MNC Motors, Inc., have been parking used vehicles for sale outside the building located at 28780 Plymouth Road in violation of their agreement with the City (Petition 2005-01-02-01). John Walsh replied that he will advise the Inspection Department of the violation. (b) Wes Graff stated that Daly's Restaurant has been chosen by the Livonia Chamber of Commerce as the outstanding small business of the year. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, the 172" Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on September 15, 2005, was adjourned at 4:05 p.m. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2005. _ Marge `son, Secretary L 3