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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSTUDY - 2017-06-19 CITY OF LIVONIA – CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF STUDY MEETING HELD JUNE 19, 2017 Meeting was called to order at 8:17 p.m. by President McIntyre. Present: Cathy White, Scott Bahr, Brian Meakin, Brandon Kritzman, Maureen Miller Brosnan, Jim Jolly, and Kathleen McIntyre. Absent: None. Elected and appointed officials present: Mark Taormina, Director or Economic Development and Planning; Todd Zilincik, City Engineer; Don Knapp, City Attorney; Susan M. Nash, City Clerk; Curtis Caid, Chief of Police; Tom Goralski, Police Captain; Jim Inglis, Executive Director of Housing; Donald Rohraff, Director of Public Works; and Mayor Dennis Wright. President McIntyre noted the correct date and time of the following two (2) Public Hearings being held in the Auditorium at 33000 Civic Center Drive that she previously announced earlier at the Regular Meeting this evening. Wednesday, July 19, 2017 – 7:00 p.m. PETITION 2017-05-01-02 submitted by Brian Duggan, on behalf of Soave/Oro Construction L.L.C., to rezone the property located on the west side of Farmington Road between Pickford and Clarita Roads (18761 Farmington Road) in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, from OS (Office Services) to R-1 (One Family Residential – 60’x120’ Lot). Wednesday, July 19, 2017 – 7:00 p.m. PETITION 2017-05-01-03 submitted by Brian Duggan, on behalf of Soave/Oro Construction L.L.C., to rezone the properties located on the west side of Farmington Road between Pickford and Curtis Roads (18491, 18489, 18481, 18477, 18451, 18431, 18421 and 18363 Farmington Road) in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, from OS (Office Services) to R-1 (One Family Residential – 60’x120’ Lot). th White announced the 67 Livonia Spree will be held at Ford Field, June 20-25, 2017. It is the anniversary of the founding of the City, a week-long birthday party. She invited everyone to come out an enjoy the Spree, she noted many of the special events taking place at Spree including the Grand Finale Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday night. Police Chief Curtis Caid recognized and congratulated Police Captain Tom Goralski on his completion of the prestigious, state-of-the-art, police executive training at the FBI National Academy. He noted that only 5 Police Departments in Michigan are selected to attend this training. He said it was honor to attend his graduation at Quantico in Virginia. He extended his appreciation to Captain Goralski and his family for the sacrifices made so that he could attend this training. AUDIENCE COMMUNICATION: None 1. BLOCK PARTY: Tracy Nolte, re: to be held Saturday, August 5, 2017, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Marie Street between Knolson Street and Minton Street (including Marie Court) with a rain date of Saturday, August 12, 2017. 2 Tracy Nolte, 9386 Knolson, presented her request to Council. She said this is thth their 7 or 8 block party and is seeking approval from Council. Brosnan offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 2. BLOCK PARTY: Christina Zeoli, re: to be held Saturday, August 5, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Summers Street from corner of Riverside Street to 34708 and 34713 Summers Street, with a rain date of Sunday, August 6, 2017. Christina Zeoli, 14034 Ashurst, presented her request to Council. She said this is for their annual block party. Brosnan offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 3. REQUEST TO EXTEND WAIVER USE APPROVAL TO NEW OWNER: XiaoYun Ouyang, re: Petition 2009-11-02-16 submitted by Tomii Chinese Acupressure, to operate a massage establishment on property located on the north side of Seven Mile Road, between Farmington Road and Norwich Road (33600 Seven Mile Road), in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4. Rick Wong, 45169 Horseshoe Drive, Canton, Michigan, presented his request to Council. Brosnan asked through the Chair to Mr. Mark Taormina, Director of Planning and Economic Development, if this was an extension of waiver use approval to a new owner because the approval was strictly granted to the previous owner and not the land. Taormina confirmed that was essentially correct. In 2010 when the waiver use was granted it was stipulated that it was specifically for the petitioner and any new owners would have to come back before Council. The new owner, XiaoYun Ouyang, addressed Council. Brosnan asked if there was anything new about the business other than the new owner. Wong replied stating everything else will stay the same. He said the new owner is a licensed massage therapist through the State of Michigan. Brosnan indicated no documentation was provided regarding her massage therapist license in the packet for Council. She asked Don Knapp, City Attorney, if that is something that would be required. Knapp replied that any documentation would have been submitted to the City Clerk’s Office for Council. He also said that it is required that there be a licensed massage therapist associated with the business which would have to be verified. Wong said Ouyang’s license number is listed on the letter to 3 Council. Brosnan indicated in the past copies of the license were provided but she was unclear if that is something that is still required. Knapp said it would have to be verified and if there wasn’t a valid licensed massage therapist they would bring that fact to the attention of the Council prior to the voting meeting. Brosnan asked Knapp if this request also triggers an investigation by the Administration as to whether there have been incidences at this location and business or has all that relevant research been done at this point. Knapp said the Law Department does not do that background research if there is any. He said if Council wants them to go beyond verifying a license they can do that either through the City Clerk’s Office or perhaps the Police Department. Brosnan asked for a copy of the petitioner’s current license and check for any violations or outstanding issues with the business or current owner. Brosnan offered the approving resolution for the Regular Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING REGULAR 4. APPOINTMENT OF PATRICK D. CRANDELL TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION: Dennis K. Wright, Mayor, re: for a six-year term, which will expire on June 7, 2023. Mayor Dennis Wright presented the request to Council. He said he was happy to recommend Patrick Crandell for appointment to the Economic Development Corporation. Jolly said he had an opportunity to meet Mr. Crandell at the Community Recreation Center recently. He said he knows that Mr. Crandell is very active in his church and the community. He recently made partner at his law firm in Southfield, Michigan and thinks he would be an asset to the Economic Development Corporation. Jolly offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 5. REAPPOINTMENT OF BENJAMIN A. SCHEPIS TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS: Councilmember Maureen Miller Brosnan, re: for a three-year term, which will expire on July 12, 2020. Councilmember Brosnan presented the request to Council. She unfortunately Mr. Schepis is unable to be here this evening due to a prior commitment. She said she was pleased to recommend Benjamin Schepis for reappointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Meakin offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. 4 DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 6. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE TWO (2) REPLACEMENT PATROL VEHICLES UTILIZING THE STATE OF MICHIGAN AND THE COUNTIES OF OAKLAND AND MACOMB CONSORTIUM BID PRICING: Division of Police, re: the purchase of two (2) Ford Police Interceptors, from budgeted funds. Police Captain Tom Goralski presented the request to Council. The Livonia Division of Police is requesting authorization to purchase two (2) marked patrol vehicles which would be utilized by the Uniform Division. These vehicles would be replacements for vehicles that were damaged beyond repair in February and May 2017. Their insurance carrier has reimbursed them $16,500.00 and $9,140.00, respectively, for the damaged vehicles. They propose to purchase two (2) Ford Police Interceptor vehicles, in the amounts of $28,572.00 and $28,712.00, utilizing the insurance reimbursements. Additional budgeted funds for this purchase are available. They are requesting a waiver of the City's sealed bid process, based on the police department's association with three bid/purchasing consortiums (the State of Michigan and the Counties of Oakland and Macomb). Upon receipt of various bids and specifications, the department conducts an analysis and selects the low bidder, regardless of consortium affiliation. They request to purchase two (2) Ford Police Interceptor packages, in the amounts of $28,572.00 and $28,712.00, from the State of Michigan bid from: Signature Ford 1960 E. Main Street Owosso, Ml48867 (800) 364-2868 They are available to provide any additional information that Council may desire. Meakin offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 7. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE LIVONIA CODE OF ORDINANCES, AS AMENDED: Housing Commission, re: to amend Chapter 05 (City Property Disposition), of Title 3 adding Section 050 to dispose of city property utilizing a streamlined process. Jim Inglis, Executive Director of Housing, presented the request to Council. Enclosed is a proposed amendment to Section 050 of the City of Livonia Code of Ordinances relative to Council consideration of City property deemed to be 5 excess and to be disposed of by Council approval. Currently, excess City property to be disposed of requires Planning Commission review and approval and public posting of the property for sale for a period of sixty days which translates to a three-month process before Council consideration. The current process is satisfactory in most instances when the land is vacant however it does present an impediment when disposal of excess City property has a home on the property and subject to possible vandalism and on-going maintenance costs. An expedited process for disposal of City property in some instances reduces the risk of vandalism and the sale of the property returns it to the City tax rolls quicker. To illustrate this, matter the Livonia Housing Commission (LHC) acquired a property (9071 Louise) via the Wayne County tax foreclosure program and partnered with the Livonia Public Schools Building Trades Program for rehabilitation of the home which will be completed at the end of this school year. If the LHC were to follow the current ordinance the home would sit vacant for approximately three months prior to coming before the City Council for concurrence. The ordinance amendment would permit the LHC to expedite the disposal process utilizing a streamlined sale process. Therefore, he respectfully requests the City Council’s concurrence in the ordinance amendment which was prepared and approved by the City of Livonia Law Department with a copy provided for Council review. White asked through the Chair to Mr. Inglis, said she likes the concept. She inquired about the 60-day notification and asked if that will be included in the amendment to the Ordinance or if it is something that is part of the planning process. Inglis said when they go through the Planning Commission process it is part of the process and he believes it is in the Code of Ordinances. White asked if it always would go before the Planning Commission. Inglis replied for vacant land yes, if it has a structure, then it would not have to go before the Planning Commission; this amendment circumvents that, he said that amendment language should contain that in there. White said her question was if it was part of the Planning Commission process, Inglis said he can research that and report back to Council. Brosnan asked if it is strictly for the sale of property or can it include demolitions. Don Knapp, City Attorney, responded stating this amendment deals with the sale of real estate. He said pursuant to the Charter, that would always have to come before Council. He said what they are doing is just shortening up the process to avoid it becoming a nuisance. Brosnan said she just wondered if indeed there were any properties with structures that need to be demolished, as an effort to speed that process up as well. Inglis replied that has never been an issue. White offered the approving resolution contingent upon clarification of the 60-day posting notification process for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING - CONTINGENT UPON CONSENT CLARIFICATION OF 60-DAY POSTING 6 NOTIFICATION 8. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF THE PROPOSED SALE OF CITY- OWNED PROPERTY ACQUIRED THROUGH THE WAYNE COUNTY TAX FORECLOSURE PROGRAM USING FUNDS FROM THE FEDERAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM: Livonia Housing Commission, re: for the property located at 15505 Auburndale to Gina Ali for a sale price of $79,000.00. (Petition 2016-06-LS-18) (CR 336-16) Jim Inglis, Executive Director of Housing, presented the request to Council. On May 31, 2017, the City of Livonia Housing Commission received bids for the sale of the vacant land located at 15505 Auburndale. The City Council on August 22, 2016 authorized the sale of the property and the taking of bids. The property was acquired via the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program in 2015. The Housing Commission obtained an appraisal for the property and established a minimum bid price. A for sale sign was placed on the property and a notice appeared in the Livonia Observer as required by City ordinance. On May 31st, the Commission received bids for the property as follows: 15505 AUBURNDALE - MINIMUM BID PRICE: $40,000.00 NAME BID AMOUNT Gina Ali, Livonia, Ml $79,000.00 Soave Homes, Livonia, Ml $60,001.00 Luminita Popa, Livonia, Ml $45,100.00 Madison Development, Dearborn Heights, Ml $44,000.00 Therefore, the Livonia Housing Commission would respectfully request that the Livonia City Council approve the sale of 15505 Auburndale to Gina Ali, 32555 Greenland Court, Livonia, Ml, 48154, and further authorize the Law Department to prepare a Quit Claim Deed and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate sale documents. Proceeds from the sale are to be allocated to the CDBG program as program income. Bahr offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 9. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF THE PROPOSED SALE OF CITY- OWNED PROPERTY ACQUIRED THROUGH THE WAYNE COUNTY TAX FORECLOSURE PROGRAM USING FUNDS FROM THE FEDERAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM: Livonia Housing Commission, re: for the property located at 18071 Floral to Soave Homes for a sale price of $30,001.00. (Petition 2016-06-LS-19) (CR 337-16) 7 Jim Inglis, Executive Director of Housing, presented the request to Council. On May 31, 2017, the City of Livonia Housing Commission received bids for the sale of the property located at 18071 Floral. The City Council on August 22, 2016 authorized the sale of the property and the taking of bids. The property was acquired via the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program in 2015. The Housing Commission obtained an appraisal for the property and established a minimum bid price. A for sale sign was placed on the property and a notice appeared in the Livonia Observer as required by City ordinance. On May 31st, the Commission received bids for the property as follows: 18071 FLORAL -MINIMUM BID PRICE: $28,000.00 NAME BID AMOUNT Soave Homes, Livonia, Ml $30,001.00 Therefore, the Livonia Housing Commission would respectfully request that the Livonia City Council approve the sale of 18071 Floral to Soave Homes, 12822 Stark Road, Livonia, Ml 48150, and further authorize the Law Department to prepare a Quit Claim Deed and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate sale documents. Proceeds from the sale are to be allocated to the CDBG program as program income. Brosnan offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT 10. REQUEST TO APPROVE PURCHASE OF ROCK SALT FOR ICE CONTROL: Public Service Division, re: utilizing a cooperative bidding process, for the 2017- 2018 and 2018-2019 season from budgeted funds Don Rohraff, Director of Public Works, presented the request to Council. The City of Livonia purchases rock salt through a cooperative bidding process that includes 30 governmental entities in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. The Cooperative has traditionally received lower prices per ton than those received under the State of Michigan Extended Purchasing Program. The Director of Finance requested that the consortium include Livonia's volume of 2,000 tons in this year's request for bids. This year's bid is for a one (1) year period, with an additional year upon mutual consent between the vendor and the City of Livonia. A copy of the bid tabulation has been provided to Council for its review. The "early fill" unit price is for all salt received before October 1st of each year. The City of Livonia will not take advantage of the early fill quote for the 2017-2018 seasons as our salt facilities are presently filled. It is the recommendation of the Public Service Division that Council proceed as follows: 8  Authorize the purchase of 100% of the City's rock salt needs from Cargill, Inc., 24950 Country Club Blvd., Suite 450, North Olmsted, OH 44070 at the unit price of $52.99 per ton for the 2017-2018 season with the option to extend the contract through the 2018-2019 season at the price of $55.99 per ton. White asked if they could take advantage of the “early fill” should the need arise. Rohraff replied whenever possible they take advantage of the “early fill”; however, storage becomes the issue. Currently the domes are bulging. Meakin asked Rohraff if other surrounding communities have a dome for storage. Rohraff replied most communities have one. He said Livonia is lucky enough to have two domes. Meakin said his thought was if a surrounding community has room to store it, perhaps the City can take advantage of the “early fill” savings and strike up some sort agreement with the surrounding community. Rohraff said he could certainly check into that. He did note that the rule of thumb is that most communities try to take advantage of the savings as well and fill up their domes. Brosnan offered the approving resolution for the Consent Agenda. DIRECTION: APPROVING CONSENT AUDIENCE COMMUNICATION: None. As there were no further questions or comments, President McIntyre adjourned the Study Session at 8:52 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2017. DATED: June 28, 2017 SUSAN M. NASH CITY CLERK