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Home My WebLink AboutPRDA MINUTES 2007-03-15 (1Iw MINUTES OF THE 187th REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA The 187th Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the City of Livonia, Michigan, was called to order at 3:10 p.m., Thursday, March 15, 2007, in the 4th floor conference room of City Hall. Members Present: Toni Mette, Chairman Jack Engebretson, Mayor Scott Grace Dennis Kujawa Lowell Peterson Dan West Members Absent: Stan Anderson John Hiltz Greg Meyer Wayne Glass Marvin Walkon Others Present: John J. Nagy, PRDA Director Michael Slater, Finance Director Robert Ault, Resident Ralph Williams, Resident Marge Watson, Secretary 1. Roll was called. A quorum was present. 2. Adoption of the 186th Regular Meeting Minutes. On a motion made by Peterson, supported by Engebretson, and unanimously adopted, it was #2007-06 RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the 186th Regular Meeting held on February 15, 2007, by the Plymouth Road Development Authority are hereby approved. Ms. Mette, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 3. Comments from Chairman. (1) Ms. Melte stated that the State of the City, which took place today, presented a positive outlook for the city. Mayor Engebretson commended former Mayor Jack Kirksey and Finance Director C Michael Slater for initiating the city's hiring freeze and capital improvement delays as these actions were instrumental in helping to balance the city's budget. (2) Ms. Mette pointed out that Beckett & Raeder provided a cost 1 breakdown on the 2007 Capital Improvements, which will be discussed later in the meeting. 4. Financial Reports: (1) The Financial Statements of the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for the months ending November 30, 2006; December 31, 2006; January 31, 2007; and February 28, 2007; were presented by Michael Slater, Finance Director. The Balance Sheet for the month of February 28, 2007, reflects total assets in the amount of $4,542,310.39, total liabilities in the amount of $516,264.06 and a total fund balance of $4,026,046.33. The payments to Heinowski Appraisal for the Ford Tax Appeal in the amount of $26,000.00 on November 1, 2006; $19,333.00 on December 6, 2006; and $33,667.00 on December 21, 2006, were discussed. Mr. Slater will provide background information on these charges at the next Board meeting. On a motion made by West, seconded by Grace, and unanimously adopted, it was #2007-07 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority does hereby accept and approve the Financial Statements of the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for the months ending November 30, 2006; December 31, 2006; January 31, 2007; and February 28, 2007. Ms. Mette, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution adopted. 5. Committee Reports: Construction Committee. (1) Beckett & Raeder provided a cost breakdown for the 2007 Capital Improvements and, as requested by John Hiltz, a breakdown of the professional service fees in the amount of $50,600. Mr. Nagy stated that a representative from Beckett & Raeder will attend a future meeting to give an overview of the projects and to present design drawings. When documents are ready to go out for bid in late April or May, a firm construction schedule will also be provided. (2) Ms. Mette listed the following inspection items: (a) The dilapidated appearance of the Liquor Castle at Harrison Street. Mr. Nagy will contact David Woodcox, Building Inspector, to check on the status of the repairs that need to be performed. (b) A street light is out at Inkster Road. Mr. Nagy responded that the ballast in the fixture needs to be replaced. Ballasts, globes, bases and finials need to be purchased from Madison Electric and inventoried at the Glendale storage facility for this and future repairs. Mr. Nagy will submit a quotation for these items to the Board for approval prior to purchase. (c) There is a leaning wooden Detroit Edison light pole with stressing wires located east of Levan Road. (d) Two trees are hanging over the road near the Noble Library. (e) At the 7-11 store at Merriman, the corner curb is breaking up, which is maintained by Wayne County. (f) There is a pothole at the Middlebelt intersection. 2 (1.0 Public Relations Committee: No report. Banner Committee: No report 6. Polling of Members: Lowell Peterson stated that fine presentations were made by Dan West, Chamber of Commerce President, and Mayor Engebretson at the State of the City address. He also congratulated the Honorable Mayor and Mrs. Jack Engebretson on their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Dan West invited the Board members to the Chamber of Commerce breakfast at Schoolcraft College on April 18, 2007, at 7:30 a.m. The featured speaker, Robert Schostak, will announce new tenants for the Village Shops of Wonderland development. The Board agreed to purchase a table for eight for this event. The Mayor stated that approximately 1,300 new jobs will be available as a result of this new development. Dennis Kujawa mentioned the constant problems with the street lighting, and it was acknowledged that the on-going maintenance of the street lights is very expensive. tie 7. Polling of Residents: Ralph Williams suggested that the issue of PRDA member attendance be added to the April agenda. As an alternative, Scott Grace suggested that the Executive Committee meet to discuss changing the bylaws regarding this matter. Robert Ault stated that (1) some finial balls are still missing on street signs, specifically at Mayfield and Sears Drive. (2) He inquired if the two old-style street signs for Tech Center and Enterprise could be upgraded and included in next project. (3) There are 10 banners that are ripped at the bottom between Merriman and Middlebelt, and one banner is missing west of Farmington near the Big Boy restaurant. Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, the 187th Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on March 15, 2007, was adjourned at 4:10 p.m. The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2007. / l L-727.9-4-14- Marge //�GG4-1GMarge Watson, Secretary 3