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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 1995-04-06 MINUTES OF THE 15TH REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA, MICHIGAN The 15th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan was called to order at 4:05 p.m. , Thursday, April 6, 1995 in the 4th Floor Conference Room of City Hall . Members Present: Mayor Robert D. Bennett Mr. Bill Pike Mr. Scott Grace Mrs. Toni Mette Mr. Adelard Raby Mr. Lowell Peterson Mr. Stan Anderson Mr. Dale Summers Members Absent: Mr. Mike Polsinelli (unexcused absence) Mr. Conrad Carson Mr. Marvin Walkon Mr. Joe Laura Others Present: Mrs. Jean Garvey, Secretary Mr. Richard Niedieck, Livonia Economic Development Office Mr. Michael McGee, City Council Mr. H. Shane, Ass't. Planning Director L Mr. Bill Poppenger, Planning Department Mr. Tedd Schneider, Livonia Observer Mr. Alan Richardson, Wayne County The first item on the agenda was the adoption of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on March 16, 1995. On a motion by Mr. Raby, seconded by Mr. Peterson and unanimously approved, it was #95-17 RESOLVED that, the minutes of the 14th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on March 16, 1995 are approved. Mr. Pike, Chairman, declared the resolution adopted. Mr. Alan Richardson, Wayne County Engineer, was present to discuss traffic flow and control along Plymouth Road. Mr. Richardson informed the board that Plymouth Road is not a county road. It is controlled by the state. Wayne County handles the snow removal and operates the traffic signals under a contract with the state. When questioned about the timing of the traffic signals, Mr. Richardson stated the timing is controlled by what the state tells the county. When questioned about the possibility of having new traffic signals installed, Mr. Richardson stated that new signals are installed when warranted. There was also a discussion regarding the possibility of constructing a right turn lane at the northwest corner of Middlebelt and Plymouth Roads. Mr. Richardson said he had discussed this item with Mr. Galindo of the City's Engineering Department. Mr. Richardson felt it would be neither a benefit nor a detriment. He felt it would be for aesthetic purposes only. He felt the county would be willing to cooperate with this if the City wishes to move forward on it. There was further discussion regarding the traffic signals. Mr. Richardson recommended having Desi Strakovits of the state attend a meeting of the PRDA to discuss this matter further. Mr. Strakovits phone number is 810-569-3993. It was determined at a future date the PRDA would ask Mr. Strakovits and Mr. Richardson to attend a meeting to look further into this matter. Mr. Richardson suggested the group come up with a set of questions and send a letter to them setting forth these questions and then invite them back and devote a whole meeting to those questions. The next item on the agenda was an update on the George Burns Theater. Mr. Niedieck stated there was nothing new to report on the theater. The next item under discussion was the public hearing to be held by the City Council on April 12, 1995 on the PRDA Development Plan and Tax Increment Finance Plan. Mr. Pike reiterated that he would like to have all board members present at this public hearing. Mr. McGee explained the public hearing process. Mr. Schneider of the Livonia Observer said an article will be run on the first page of the paper on Monday, April 10th, informing the public of the public hearing. Chairman Pike read two letters the City had received on the Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan. Chairman Pike informed the board that letters had been sent from the PRDA to the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Planning Commission supporting the request by (ire Marshall Furniture Store for signs on their new store. The Chairman presented information on an architectural design firm, Pollack Design Associates. Mr. Pike stated this company had knowledge about trees that the PRDA could use and they would be happy to come in and make a presentation. The next item on the agenda was a logo to be used by the PRDA. Mr. Anderson did not have a logo but had a suggestion as far as a slogan. His suggestion was "Shop & Dine on the Avenue of Trees" . It was suggested that a discussion regarding a logo be put off until the next meeting. H. Shane, Ass't. Planning Director, filling in for Mr. Nagy, informed the members of the following Plymouth Road projects: East Side Mario's was approved for outdoor dining by the City Council on April 5, 1995. The expansion of Archie's Restaurant is still pending before the City Council . Mayor Bennett informed the members he was going to meet with a broker who is listing the Livonia Convalescent Home. When the Mayor meets with this broker he would indicate the City would consider rezoning the back portion of the property of the Livonia Convalescent Home to residential . He was asking for suggestions how they can encourage the demolition of the present building. (me -2- Mr. Anderson reported the Presidents of Dover Civic Association and Rosedale Gardens Civic Association were both very enthusiastic and upbeat about the PRDA Developmen Plan. Mayor Bennett stated the comments he made about the PRDA at his State of the City address went over very well. On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, the 15th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority of Livonia on April 6, 1995 was adjourned at 5:50 p.m. Jeal Garvey, Sec4(// reta L -3-