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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 2008-02-21 MINUTES OF THE 198th REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 198th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan, was called to order at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, February 21, 2008, in the 4th floor conference room of City Hall. Members Present: John Hiltz, Chairman Wayne Glass, Vice Chairman Jack Kirksey, Mayor Stan Anderson Scott Grace Dennis Kujawa Toni Mette Greg Meyer Lowell Peterson Dan West Members Absent: None Others Present: John J. Nagy, Executive Director Michael Slater, Finance Director flov Robert Auth, Resident Ralph Williams, Resident Chris Martin, Resident Marge Watson, Secretary 1. Roll was called. A quorum was present. 2. Adoption of the 197th Regular Meeting Minutes. On a motion made by Anderson, supported by Glass, and unanimously adopted, it was #2008-03 RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the 197th Regular Meeting held on January 17, 2008, by the Plymouth Road Development Authority are hereby approved. Mr. Hiltz, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 3. Financial Reports. (a) Michael Slater, Finance Director, stated that the monthly financial reports will be available next month after the audit is complete. (b) General Motors has filed a tax appeal, and the City Council 44116, authorized Heinowski Appraisal and Consulting, L.L.C. to perform real estate appraisals at a cost of $33,000.00. It is estimated that the loss of revenue as a result of this tax appeal would not exceed $200,000. • February 21, 2008 2 (11, On a motion made by Peterson, seconded by Mette, and unanimously adopted, it was #2008-04 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby accept the proposal submitted by Heinowski Appraisal and Consulting, L.L.C., 595 Forest, Suite 5B, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, for performing real estate appraisals of property owned by General Motors in an amount not to exceed $33,000.00. Mr. Hiltz, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. (c) In response to the Board's inquiry as to what funds are available for capital projects, Mr. Slater reported that the Fund Balance is $2.5 million. With $500,000 set aside as a cushion for the GM tax appeal, $2 million is unallocated to date. If the Authority decides to embark on a large project, it will need to go back to Council to adjust the previously approved budget. (d) The PRDA will continue to be active until the finance bonds have matured, which will be in 2018. 4. Committee Reports: Construction Committee: Mr. Nagy distributed and reviewed with the Board a Construction Report prepared by Carey Baker of Beckett & Raeder, dated February 21, 2008, and a Bid Summary, dated February 19, 2008, for the survey work at the Wayne, Stark and Levan intersections. Survey Proposals - Beckett & Raeder recommended awarding the survey work to be conducted at Wayne Road, Stark Road and Levan Road to Arbor Land Consultants in the amount of$5,750.00. On a motion made by Peterson, seconded by West, and unanimously adopted, it was #2008-05 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby accept the proposal submitted by Arbor Land Consultants, Inc. 2936 Madrono Court, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103, dated February 15, 2008, for the purpose of preparing a survey of existing features and topographic elevations for the intersections of Wayne, Stark and Levan intersections at a cost of$5,750.00. Mr. Hiltz, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. February 21, 2008 3 Mast Arm Traffic Signal - The boring work has been awarded to Testing Engineers & Consulting. TEC expects to have a permit from MDOT for work within the right-of-way within three weeks. Ann Arbor Road/Plymouth Road Redevelopment Project Mr. Nagy stated that the Construction Committee will meet with Wayne County representatives on March 7, 2008, to discuss the redevelopment of the intersection at Ann Arbor Road and Plymouth Road. Stan Anderson requested that an entry sign to the corridor be included in the project. Surplus Paving Bricks -The unused bus stop plaza, from which bricks were removed for repair work at a major intersection, will be restored to lawn, and the remaining bricks will be put in storage for future repair work. Dr. Robert Ault requested the Board to take into consideration the construction of bus shelters. Beckett & Raeder have already prepared plans for bus shelters that were never constructed. The Mayor suggested a Canton company that can provide pre-manufactured shelters, and stated that the City may have surplus benches available. Mr. Hiltz suggested that this be considered under future Capital Improvement projects, and requested Mr. Nagy to schedule a meeting of the Construction Committee to review a list of possible projects. Public Relations Committee: (a) Stan Anderson has spoken with a (Ire Schostak Bros. representative regarding promotional events at the Village Shops of Wonderland. He reported that Schostak is not in favor of a sidewalk sale but would support an open house for the shops at Wonderland. A meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 25, to discuss the details of an open house and to establish a date for the event. Scott Grace inquired about expanding the event to the whole corridor, and Mr. Anderson felt that would be a good idea if this smaller Wonderland open house proved successful. (b) Toni Mette reported the web site is being updated on a regular basis and the latest newsletter is available on-line. (c) Ms. Mette also provided cost and coverage information for possible advertisements to be placed in the Free Press/Detroit News to promote the businesses on the corridor. The Public Relations Committee will review the information. 5. Director Report. (a) The State of the City address by Mayor Kirksey will be held on Tuesday, March 11, and a table of 10 has been reserved for the Authority members. (b) The contract with Commercial Mowing will be renewed with costs remaining unchanged from last year. (c) Regarding the ongoing problem of sod damage by AT&T vehicles driving and parking on lawn at Sesquicentennial Park at Inkster Road, a response has not been received to date to the PRDA letter dated January 7, 2008. February 21, 2008 4 6. Polling of Members: Mayor Kirksey: (a) The Mayor stated that the creation of a new development authority for the northeast section of the City is being considered. (b) There will be a meeting on February 28 with representatives from DTE to discuss the excessive power outages due to problems with the Dewey Substation, and members of the PRDA are welcome to attend. (c) The Mayor also acknowledged that there have been complaints about ice on streets and explained the cost for snow/ice removal and the DPW's plowing guidelines. (d) Future Leadership Staff Meetings will again be held at area businesses. Dan West: (a) An office furniture store plans to relocate to the ABC Warehouse/Dunham's shopping center across from the Village Shops of Wonderland. (b) Mr. West is recruiting business people to participate in the Livonia School's Job Shadowing program. Mr. Hiltz recommended the program as it benefits both the students and the businesses. John Hiltz: Mr. Hiltz acknowledged the receipt of a Certificate of Appreciation from the Livonia Goodfellows for the PRDA's ongoing support of their organization. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, (be the 198th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on February 21, 2008, was adjourned at 4:35. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2008. Marge Wa son, Secretary