Anderson Redevelopment Commission

MINUTES ANDERSON REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION November 5, 2015 PUBLIC MEETING 4:30 p.m. MINUTES ED Conference Room #1 Mr. Sulc moved to approve the October 6, 2015, 120 East 8th Street minutes as received. Mr. Royer seconded. Motion Anderson, IN 46016 passed unanimously; 4 yes, 0 no. MEMBERS PRESENT INVOICES Carolyn Scott, President Mr. Royer moved to approve the invoices as Joe Royer, Secretary submitted. Mr. Puckett seconded. Motion passed Kevin Sulc, Vice President unanimously; 4 yes, 0 no. Justin Puckett, Member BUSINESS MEMBERS ABSENT Ben Orcutt, Member Certified Tech Park (CTP) Funds Mr. Winkler stated the fund balance is $741,088.87. STAFF PRESENT The Commission received $732,814 from the State. Ann Marie Bauer, Attorney There is a contract with the Flagship Enterprise Center Greg Winkler, Director with a balance of $145,055. There is no contractual Michael Frischkorn, Deputy Director obligation to pass the rest of the money forward to April Phillips, Financial Specialist them, but his recommendation would be to do that. Gary McKinney, Environmental/Brownfield Specialist CTP money has to be used within the boundaries of Karen Pettigrew, Small Business Specialist the CTP. OTHERS PRESENT Mr. Staley explained that starting new businesses is a Paul H. Jones, Ball State University, My Vision, My capital intensive process. It takes a lot of staff and Community technology to launch these companies. Since the Chuck Staley, Flagship Enterprise Center Flagship Enterprise Center (FEC) opened their doors in Tim Stires May 2005, they have launched over 200 companies. Lindi Conover, Ball State University, My Vision, My In cooperation with the City, they have created 4,000- Community 5,000 job. The FEC is the sixth largest SBA micro- Ken da la Bastide, Herald-Bulletin loan lender in the Country. They loan 94% of every Chad Pigg, Groundbreaking Consulting dollar that is loaned in the State of Indiana. This Jason Fenwick, City Controller takes a lot of staff. Of their loans, 52% are loaned to Kevin S. Smith, Mayor minority, women, or veteran owned companies. Darla Couch, Anderson TV Mrs. Scott recused herself from the vote as she was a ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF recipient of services from the FEC. QUORUM Mrs. Scott called the meeting to order at 4:32 p.m. Mr. Sulc mentioned that the Commission spent CTP and declared a quorum with four (4) members funds on paving projects within the area last month. present. He thought a small amount of the funds should be maintained for anticipation of future expenses. Mr. Winkler stated the CTP is full with the exception of There is a developer that would build it for relatively the former Remy Headquarters building. little money. This is a popular sport. Mr. Sulc stated the payment of $145,055 will fulfill the $4,000,000 contract with FEC. Are there additional Mr. Spyers explained the type of use mentioned would funds anticipated? not effect it. The line would be buried. AT&T must stay away from the substation due to interference. Mr. Winkler answered yes, there will be more funds The City could request that the line be relocated at available from the original CTP designation of AT&T’s cost if needed in the future. $5,000,000. Also an additional $1,000,000 was designated in the last legislative session to the high Mr. Sulc asked if there were any other routes that performing CTPs. The FEC is one of them. could be used. Mr. Spyers explained that AT&T originally wanted to Mr. Sulc asked Mr. Fenwick if he had any comments go overhead, but he convinced them to go from his perspective as treasurer. underground instead. In order to get to their facilities, this is probably the only route he can see. Mr. Fenwick answered no, he seconded what Mr. Winkler said. Mr. Royer asked what would be prohibited if this easement were to be placed in this location. Would a Mrs. Bauer stated the Commission could pass through building be prohibited? the remaining funds to fulfill the contract and then she could prepare a resolution for an amount the Mr. Spyers answered all utilities would have to be Commission wanted to pass through. moved to construct a building. Mr. Royer was in favor of forwarding dollars to the The Commission requested that AT&T agree to FEC. relocate the lines if requested. Mr. Royer moved to fulfill the contractual obligation in Mr. Sulc requested Mr. Spyers negotiate a contract the amount of $145,055. Mr. Puckett seconded. with AT&T regarding the relocation if needed then Motion passed unanimously; 3 yes, 0 no, 1 bring it back to the Commission for final approval. abstention. Contract: Butler Fairman & Seufert for NTN Mrs. Bauer asked if the Commission would like her to Infrastructure prepare a resolution for the remainder of the funds. Mr. Winkler explained this is the contract for the design of the water and wastewater lines that will Mr. Royer answered yes. support NTN. The water will also support the existing businesses in the area. The new 16” inch water main Request from AT&T for an Easement will be hooked up to the 12” main on 73rd Street. This Mr. Spyers stated AT&T is part of the 8th Street bridge will supply water to NTN and more importantly create project. AT&T will have to remove their fiber optic line stable water pressure. Currently, when Nestle draws off the bridge. They have requested to bury the line water for production, the water pressure drops within City routes and through the Park system. One significantly. of the parcels is owned by the Commission near the blue bridge. A map was presented to the Commission Mr. Spyers stated this is for water and sewer lines for showing the existing utilities through the property. NTN and future development. Mr. Royer asked if an easement in this location would Mr. Sulc asked if the Board of Public Works had help or hinder future development. approved the contract already. Mr. Winkler stated there have been discussions with Mr. Spyers answered yes. The contract is for staff regarding different uses for the property. One of $209,400. the ideas was for a regulation Frisbee golf park. Anderson Redevelopment Commission: November 5, 2015 Page 2 Mr. Sulc moved to approve the contract with Butler as chairperson and will contact the incoming Fairman & Seufert not to exceed $209,400. Mr. administration. Puckett seconded. Motion passed unanimously; 4 yes, 0 no. Mrs. Bauer clarified that the motion was to appoint a subcommittee to work on developing a strategic plan and the members of the subcommittee are Mr. Sulc as chairperson and Mrs. Scott. The objective of the Contract: Durham Engineering for Scatterfield committee is to develop the framework and outline of Park West Roadway the proposed strategic plan and bring it back the full Mr. Spyers explained the contract is for construction Commission for approval. inspection for the Scatterfield West road improvements in the amount not to exceed $153,000. Mr. Puckett seconded. Motion passed unanimously; 4 There will be another small contract at the next yes, 0 no. Commission meeting for American StructurePoint for construction administration. Mr. de la Bastide asked if Mrs. Scott wanted Mr. Mr. Royer moved to approve the contract with Winkler to be a part of the subcommittee as well as a Durham Engineering for an amount not to exceed person from the incoming administration. $153,000. Mr. Puckett seconded. Motion passed Mrs. Scott answered yes. unanimously; 4 yes, 0 no. Mr. Sulc will contact the incoming administration and Schedule Date for ARC Strategic Planning then set a meeting date. Mr. Winkler strongly recommended setting a date for strategic planning with the Commission, the UPDATES administration and the incoming administration. There are multiple economic development projects. EPA: GM Properties Mr. McKinney explained the consultant needs extra A discussion was held. sampling at the site before proceeding with the RFP. The sampling will start on Monday, November 9, Mr. Winker stated there are six economic 2015. They will attempt to have it completed before development projects that will require action within bad weather. It is hoped to have construction begin in next six months. spring 2016. Mayor Smith explained the important thing is Greater Edgewood Plaza Redevelopment continuity. The Commission has been an important Mr. McKinney stated the five new decorative street part of all the projects. There are six new job lights have been installed in front of the former projects in the hopper that are all viable and can be Edgewood Plaza property. The Commission at the acted upon. last meeting gave staff permission to discuss the acquisition of the former Baxter Pest Control property Mr. Winkler mentioned that between all six owned by the Central Wyoming College Foundation. opportunities there is $60,000,000 in investment and During the discussions, they asked if the Commission 350 to 400 jobs. Three of these would be Scatterfield would pay something for the property. The assessed West projects. value is $68,000. They are not asking for that amount of money though. Mrs. Scott expressed that the Mayor was kind enough to be at the meeting and his presence was Mr. Puckett would entertain a very small donation. appreciated. Mr. Sulc had no comment. A discussion was held. Mr. Royer thought the Commission was doing their Mr. Royer moved to appoint a subcommittee on part by agreeing to take the property and get it strategic planning for the future. Mr. Sulc and Mrs. remediated. He is not in favor of any kind of a Scott will be on the subcommittee. Mr. Sulc will act donation. Anderson Redevelopment Commission: November 5, 2015 Page 3 Mrs. Scott asked about the status of the Boys and Girls Club proposal. Mr. Winkler stated the proposal is viable. He recommend giving it serious consideration in the strategic planning process. 67th Street/Enterprise Drive Mr. Winkler stated the project is basically completed. They are waiting for the paint markings. Purdue/Flagship Makers Space Facility Mr. Winkler mentioned the building is under construction. Mr. Staley stated the project is on schedule and on budget. Scatterfield West Redevelopment Mr. Spyers stated bids are being accepted at the November 17, 2015, Board of Public Works meeting. Sirmax Railroad Spur Mr. Spyers stated the rail spur is under construction. Completion is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. ITS Mr. Spyers explained the project has been completed and is in operation. MISCELLANEOUS ADJOURNMENT Mr. Sulc moved to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 5:16 p.m. Anderson Redevelopment Commission: November 5, 2015 Page 4