HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRDA MINUTES 2011-11-17 MINUTES OF THE 231ST REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLYMOUTH ROAD
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA
The 231st Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority of the
City of Livonia, Michigan, was called to order at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, November
17, 2011, at the Public Safety Training Complex, 31777 Industrial Road, Livonia,
Michigan.
Members Present: Wayne Glass, Chairman
Scott Grace
Jack Kirksey, Mayor
John Hiltz
Betsy McCue, Vice Chairman
Toni Mette
Lowell Peterson
Absent: Greg Meyer(excused)
Others Present: Mark Taormina, Economic Development & Planning Director
Robert Ault, Resident
Margie Watson, Secretary
triv 1. Roll was called. A quorum was present.
2. Holiday Dinner. After discussion it was agreed that the Annual Holiday
Dinner will take place on Thursday, December 8, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. at
Guilio's Cucina Italiana restaurant at 31735 Plymouth Road.
3. Old Business.
a. Irrigation Update. Mark Taormina advised that the irrigation system is
winterized and all repairs are done for 2011 with the exception of two
issues. One is a main line leak in front of Public Storage, east of Sears
Drive. The other issue is in front of the old Kentucky Fried Chicken,
west of Inkster Road. The Special Assessment cost has been
calculated taking into account water costs and the unexpected repairs
to the irrigation system. The SAD cost will be $2.75 If, which is only 15
cent more than the original estimate of$2.60. Property owners will see
this assessment on their December 1, 2011, tax bills.
b. Electrical Update. Mark Taormina advised that the City has entered
into an agreement with MAS Electrical Services, Inc. for electrical
services and general electrical maintenance at all City buildings and
facilities, which will include light bulb replacement on Plymouth Road,
(itie as well as replacement of damaged lightpoles and bases.
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c. Banner Update. Mark Taormina advised that all of the remaining 50
banners and 104 poles have been removed by Above & Beyond and
returned to the City.
d. Corridor Maintenance Update. Fall cleanup has been completed by
the 16th District Court workers. All perennials and roses were trimmed
and weeds pulled.
4. Financial Reports.
The Financial Statements of the Authority's Special Revenue Fund for
the months ending May 31, June 30, July 31, August 31, September
30 and October 31, 2011, were presented by Michael Slater, Finance
Director. The October 31, 2011, Balance Sheet reflects total assets in
the amount of $3,412,223.98, total liabilities in the amount of
$2,515,160.71 and a total fund balance of $897,063.27. Ms. Mette
requested that when a tax reimbursement is noted in the Fund
Disbursements that the company be listed. Mr. Slater noted that
several Fund Disbursement totals were incorrect and that they will be
revised. Mr. Slater also advised that the General Motors and Ford
Motor Company tax appeals have been settled, and funds are
available to cover the settlement. However, as a result of this
settlement and loss of funds due to declining property values, funds
will only be available for maintenance, utilities, insurance, and debt
service for 2011 and 2012.
On a motion made by Kirksey, seconded by Peterson, and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2011-17 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
May 31, June 30, July 31, August 31, September 30 and
October 31, 2011.
Mr. Glass, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
5. Adoption of the Minutes.
On a motion made by Peterson, seconded by McCue, and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2011-18 RESOLVED, that the Plymouth Road Development Authority
does hereby approve the Minutes of the 229th Regular Meeting
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held on July 21, 2011 and the Minutes of 230th General Meeting
held on September 15, 2011.
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tre Mr. Glass, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution adopted.
6. Polling of Members.
Mayor Kirksey inquired if the trash cans are being emptied on a regular
basis and asked to be advised if a problem occurs as Waste Management
offered to take care of this at no charge as part of their contract with the
City.
John HiItz said that the corridor is looking good after the fall cleanup.
Toni Mette said there are isolated maintenance problems on the corridor
where the right-of-way is not being mowed.
Lowell Peterson asked about the missing bench at Harrison Road. Mr.
Taormina advised that two benches were hit by cars, one near Harrison
Road and the other near the new KFC. One replacement bench has been
ordered and received and will be installed near the KFC by the DPW as
their workload permit. A portion of the cost has been reimbursed by the
City's insurance carrier.
Wayne Glass advised that the Election of Officers will take place in
Le January. He also said that a tour of the Public Safety Training Campus will
take place after the adjournment of this meeting.
Adjournment: On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted,
the 231st Regular Meeting held by the Plymouth Road Development Authority on
November 17, 2011, was adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
The next meeting of the Plymouth Road Development Authority will be held on
Thursday, December 8, 2011.
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Margie Watson, Secretary