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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 1999-02-04 MINUTES OF THE 88TH REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYOF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 88th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan was called to order at 3:30 P.M., February 4, 1999,the in 4th Floor Conference Room of City Hall. Members Present: Mayor Jack E. Kirksey Mr. Adelard Raby Mr. Jerry Wordhouse Mr. Lowell Peterson Mr. Bill Pike Mr. Scott Grace Mr. Dennis Kujawa Mr. Duane Wolfgang Mr. Rod Crider Members Absent: Mrs. Toni Mette(Excused) Mr. Stan Anderson (Excused) Mr. Marvin Walkon(Excused) Mr. Mike Polsinelli (Excused) Others Present: Mr. John Nagy, Director Mr. Michael Slater, Finance Director Ms. JoAnn Michaels, Beckett&Raeder Mr. Scott Reinholt, Beckett &Raeder Mr. Bill Faris Ms. Jane Harrison Mr. Ralph Williams Mrs. Robby Williams (Secretary) 1. Roll was called. 2. Comments from Vice Chairman: Mike Polsinelli met with the Council on Monday night regarding the parcel north of the Tire Store and advised that the request of the Authority to purchase the property will be referred to the Law Department for an appraisal. A letter was written by John Nagy on behalf of the PRDA nominating Carol Swales for the 1999 First Citizen of Livonia Award. A plaque to be presented to Mrs. Swales for her coordination of the 1998 Holiday Parade was passed around for everyone to see. 3. Comments from Bill Faris to the Board regarding the lease agreement and the status of the negotiations. He is looking forward to getting on with his project. Would like to present his plans at the next meeting. The Board advised Mr. Faris three issues that have to take place. (1) The purchase of the PRDA property by the City, (2)the sale of the two properties to Mr. Faris and(3) review his site plan to take whatever action is appropriate. 4. Budget Report: Michael Slater reported to the Board the financial statements for the end of fiscal year November 30, 1998, for the PRDA Construction Fund and the PRDA Special Revenue Fund. The Total Liabilities and Fund Balance for the Special Revenue Fund as of 11/30/98 is $2,836,316.37 and the Total Liabilities and Fund Balance for the Construction Fund as of 11/30/98 is $5,379,726.21. 5. Construction Report: JoAnn Michaels & Scott Reinholt gave a visual presentation to the Board of the landscape plans for the major intersections along Plymouth Road. There was general discussion about plans for these intersections in regards to traffic, landscaping, pedestrian traffic, maintenance and cost. 6. Comments from Jane Harrison: Presented her ideas for her proposal to operate a new and used clothing store within the Plymouth Square Shopping Center located on the south side of Plymouth Road between Merriman Road and Denne Avenue in the N.W. 1/4 of Section 35. Her reason for this presentation was in response to a request by the City Council that the PRDA review her proposal and give their approval and support. On a motion by Mr. Pike, seconded by Mr. Grace, and unanimously approved, it was ✓ #99-13 RESOLVED that,the Plymouth road Development Authority does hereby agree with and supports the concept and plans submitted by Jane Harrison to operate a new and used clothing store within the Plymouth Square Shopping Center located on the south side of Plymouth Road between Merriman Road and Denne Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35. Mr. Raby, Vice Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 6. Adoption of January 21, 1999 Minutes: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted #99-14 RESOLVED that,the minutes of the 87th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on January 21, 1999 are approved. 7. Reports from Committees: Vacate Buildings: Nothing to report. Construction Committee: Mr. Pike reported that a meeting was held the week before regarding Phase I and Phase II. Engineering Department is to provide a report concerning Mette's Printing and Mama Mia's properties. Should have more information for the next meeting. Inspection Committee: Nothing to report. Negotiating Committee: Final contract negotiations are awaiting approval. Mayor Kirksey announced that there was a good possibility that the Governor would be at City Hall on February. A suggestion was made that the meeting be moved up a half hour in order to try to coordinate his presence during the time frame of the PRDA meeting. On a motion by Mr. Pike, and seconded by Mr. Wordhouse, and unanimously approved it was #99-15 RESOLVED that,the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby agree to hold the meeting of February 18,1999 at 3:00. Mr. Raby, Vice Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 8. Update on Plymouth Road Projects. Mr. Nagy - The zoning change for the Fountain Park went through the Planning Commission with an approval recommendation of R-81, 4 stories in height. It will go on to City Council for their approval. The site plans are in for the commercial portion. The City Planning Commission has not taken any action on those. The current plans are for 240 units of two bedroom and the zoning of R-81 will lower it to 210 to 215 units. There is still a wetlands issue. Mayor Kirksey added the staff is working with DEQ to mitigate the wetlands. Polling of Board Members: Mr. Wordhouse mentioned the number of 72 pharmacies in the immediate area. Also mentioned the possibility of planning a 4thof July celebration on the George Burns theater property. Mr. Nagy read a letter he wrote on behalf of the PRDA nominating Carol Swales for the 1999 First Citizen award. 9. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted,the 88th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on February 4, 1999 was adjourned at 4:55 P.M. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on February 18, 1999, at 3:00 P.M. in the fourth floor conference room of City Hall. Robby 4liams, Secretary C