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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 1998-09-17 AMENDED MINUTES OF THE 79th REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 79th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan was called to order at 3:35 PM, Thursday, September 17, 1998 in the 4th Floor Conference Room of City Hall. Members Present: Mayor Jack E. Kirksey Mr. Dennis Kujawa Mr. Donald Gelinas Mr. Marvin Walkon Ms. Toni Mette • Mr. Scott Grace Mr. Lowell Peterson Mr. Jerry Wordhouse Mr. Mike Polsinelli Mr. Stan Anderson Mr. Adelard Raby Mr. Bill Pike Members Absent: None Others Present: Mr. John Nagy, Director Mrs. Robby Williams, Secretary Mr. John Iacoangeli, Beckett and Raeder, Inc. Ms. JoAnn Michaels, Beckett and Raeder, Inc. Mr. Roger Stacey, Peter Basile Sons Mr. Jay Patel, Dunkin Donuts Mr. David McDonald, Livonia Chrysler Corp. Mr. Ralph Williams 1. Roll was called. 2. Adoption of August 20, 1998 Minutes: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, it was #98-28 RESOLVED,that the minutes of the 78th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on August 20, 1998 are approved. Coo Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 3. Comments from Chairman: Chairman Polsinelli reported that(1)he was ciebeginning to hear a lot of good comments as Plymouth Road is being redeveloped. Other than traffic and some minor landscaping that needs to be taken care of. All comments are positive. (2) The Zoning Board of Appeals is requesting that PRDA utilize all means possible to assist in the removal of the existing Salem Lumber Company sign. Mayor Kirksey suggested that the Inspection Department could look into that. Mr. Nagy also suggested meeting with them to work out a plan for the eventual removal of its sign. On a motion by Mr. Wordhouse, seconded by Mr. Raby and unanimously approved, it was #98-29 RESOLVED,that the PRDA will utilize all means possible to assist in the removal of the existing Salem Lumber Company sign. Mr. Peterson suggested a contribution of 50%of the demolition cost be shared with Salem Lumber for the removal of the Salem Lumber Company sign. On a motion by Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously approved, it was #98-30 RESOLVED, that the PRDA will share up to 50%and not to exceed $5,000.00 of the demolition cost with Salem Lumber Company for the removal of the sign. Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, acknowledged receipt of a letter dated August 20, 1998, from Beckett and Raeder, Inc. addressed to John Nagy addressing the criteria used in determining the placement of the low walls and for screening purposes. Board members discussed placement of the walls. There was discussion regarding the Search Committee for a director for the PRDA position. The issue of changing that section of the bylaws regarding the director should be referred to the Law Department for their review. The Board still wants to continue to have oversight by the Director of Planning. This language change will have to be submitted to the Mayor and City Council. It will be necessary to check with the Law Department if a resolution is necessary for this suggested language change. On a motion by Mr. Raby, seconded by Mr. Pike and unanimously approved, it was #98-31 RESOLVED, that the PRDA bylaws be reviewed by the Law Department regarding the position of the new director and the language change. Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 4. David McDonald, Livonia Chrysler-Plymouth, Inc. Reported on the reasons why the vacant property was purchased and the position they are in right now of being land locked. He also presented ideas they had for their landscaping and taking into consideration what they are hoping PRDA will do for them. They would like to make these improvements as soon as they can. Mayor Kirksey: Do we have any problems with this? Mr. Nagy: At first glance at their plans there doesn't seem to be any problems. These plans just came in a couple of days ago. We haven't gone beyond a preliminary look at it at this time for zoning compliance. On a motion by Mr. Grace, seconded by Mr. Pike and unanimously approved, it was #98-32 RESOLVED,that the new parking lot plan be approved in concept subject to compliance with all of the requirements of the Livonia Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Polsinellli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 5. Jay Patel, Dunkin Donuts. Expressed concerns regarding the entrance into the (kW parking lot. In the past month there have been four accidents due to the closeness. He was told by City officials that no one can use the alley. Cars are going up onto the island. Mr. Anderson: I have seen the problem first hand and reports that the parking area has been narrowed down by the light pole and landscaping. It is very difficult to get in and out. What has occurred is that the driveway is all on his property and it serves both the Magic Pan and it also serves Dunkin Donut. All of the driveway is on his property. The one driveway onto his property is causing the problem. There is only one ingress to serve both businesses. One suggestion would be to reduce the size of the islands. Mr. Polsinelli: We are not going to be able to do anything about this today. We will go back and take another look at it and between now and the next meeting, October 1, 1998, we will have some information for this. Beckett& Raider will be back in October with a drawing and suggestions to solve this problem. 6. Budget Report: Mr. Polsinelli gave a report on the information submitted by Mike Slater regarding the July Special Revenue Fund, July Construction Fund and the Budget for Fiscal Year 1998-1999. There are a couple of items that we will have to amend if we can. On a motion by Mr. Raby, seconded by Mr. Wordhouse and unanimously approved, it was #98-33 RESOLVED, that the budget for the Fiscal Year 1998-1999 be approved. Coe Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 6. Beckett& Raeder—Report by JoAnn Michaels—Phase I is 95% complete as far as landscaping and punch list items are concerned. A walk through was completed. Street signs should be ready by next week. There are seven in place right now. Basile has been encouraged to finish their punch list. We are doing very well with Phase II. (Basile needs to finish punch list from Phase I and they are being encouraged to finish it.) Phase II - there are two unresolved easements—Fein Tire and Speedy Muffler. (Mr. Polsinelli feels he can get the necessary signatures on the easement agreements.) There was some sidewalk that was mistakeningly removed. A letter of apology will be sent by Beckett and Raeder and the sidewalk will be replaced. Also a word to the property owner that he is welcome to come to the PRDA meeting. There is also a problem with Sunoco—we would rather have concrete installed instead of landscaping. There are concerns regarding McMullen's ability to complete landscaping and irrigation on time. Davey Tree was second low bidder. Carey Baker would not recommend Davey Tree to finish this job. The third low bidder was American. Possibly negotiations could be finalized for American to take over the job at McMullen's bid? Cut On a motion by Mr. Pike, seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously approved, it was #98-34 RESOLVED,that negotiations begin with American Landscaping to take over the landscaping and irrigation contract of McMullen at McMullen's bid. Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. Mr. Pike: Would like to have McMullen come to the next meeting, October 1 and explain the reasons why the timing is off schedule. Ms. Michaels gave a report on side street improvements. Total cost $19,300. On a motion by Mr. Pike, seconded by Mr. Grace and unanimously approved, it was #98-35 RESOLVED, that American Landscaping seed and sod the area from Middlebelt to Inkster for the cost of$19,000. Lf Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. Ms. Michaels: Cost of flowers,perrenials and shrubs away if$14,000 to $15,000 for all four corners. Includes taking down all existing trees and all new materials. Inkster Road intersection improvement is half the cost because they could not do the Redford side as it is outside the PRDA District boundary. If they want street lights at Inkster, this includes the lighting too. On a motion by Mr. Raby, seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously approved, it was #98-36 RESOLVED, that the PRDA proceed with this plan for the west half of the Plymouth and Inkster intersection. Mr. Polsinelli, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. Ms. Michaels, the side street enhancement has a range of cost from $5,500 to $15,000. Phase III drawings are now 95%complete. Copies are available for Mr. Nagy today. There was general discussion concerning the street lights and the quality of the product. If there were rust problems,how would that be handled. The Board was advised (600 that they would be replaced. Mr. Peterson reported that he has walked the area and thought he was in a different world. It is just such a nice area. Board members discussed what name they would be putting in the signs. Either calling it area"Welcome to Plymouth Road Corridor"or"Plymouth Road". This issue will be discussed at the next meeting. Reports from Committees: Vacant Buildings: Mr. Gelenas—discussed Livonia Tire building. Julie Stanley and Mr. Pesce are still working on this. Co-America located on the south side of Plymouth between Merriman and Middlebelt has been sold. Construction Committee—Mr. Pike—Need to get the punch list taken care of. We need to spend this money within the business fiscal year. Mr. Raby—Drove Plymouth Road today—very impressed with Bill Brown Ford Landscaping. We should consider giving an award for these people who are doing such a nice job. I'm still seeing a lot of Bill Brown vehicles in the George Burns Theatre parking lot. Mr. Nagy: Inspection Dept. gives Bill Brown a temporary waiver. Meijer's has given up the George Burns property and is trying to go into the race track. Search Committee: Mr. Walkon—the committee is talking about the job description and started to define it. It will be distributed to the Committee Members. I think there is a 120 day limit to have some candidates to look at. The City of Southfield is going through the same thing. We have to look into salary, benefits, etc and how that applies. This position couldn't be part of the City. It will probably be a full time position. We would reduce our expenses by not having to pay consultant fees. He would also have to have some part time clerical help and report to Mr.Nagy on a day to day basis. Mr. Nagy: Gave a report on Tanski property and demolition going on currently. Also gave a report on the Legacy Restaurant—tabled to next Planning Commission meeting of October 29, 1998. • 9. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted the 79th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on September 17, 1998 was adjourned at 5:50 p.m. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on October 1, 1998. (110 Robby Williams,Acting Secretary Le