Anderson Redevelopment Commission

MINUTES ANDERSON REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION November 18, 2020 PUBLIC MEETING Commission one year ago to upsize a waterline on a 5:00 p.m. developer installed project along Rangeline close to Via Zoom Conferencing 67th Street known currently as part of the Apple Downs Subdivision. Mr. McKee stated the MEMBERS PRESENT developer must install a 12-inch waterline in order Richard Symmes, President to develop the property with residential single- Danny McGhee, Vice President family homes. Mr. McKee informed members the Aspen Clemons, Sec/Treas long-range plan for the area is to extend a 20-inch David Eicks Kenneth Davenport main from 38th south to 67th south. The Diane Airhart, Non-voting Commission has the ability to pay for upsizing the same waterline the developer is extending. Mr. STAFF PRESENT McKee stated the Commission would not be paying Greg Winkler, ED Director the entire cost, only the cost of upsizing from a 12 Karen Soetenga, Specialist inch to a 20 inch, providing the opportunity to get a Mike Austin, Commission Attorney larger capacity at a much lower cost. When the request was brought a year ago, the cost to upsize OHTERS PRESENT was $82,200. Mr. McKee stated the developer did Darren Grile, Anderson Light and Power not choose to extend at that time but wishes to do Doug Whitham, City Controller so now but the cost has risen due in large part to Neal McKee, Water Superintendent the cost of the pipe itself. Cost is now quoted at Counselor Crumes Stephanie Finney, Citizen $142,806.00. Discussion followed. Anikka King, Specialist, ED Department Mr. Eicks made a motion to approve $142,806.00 for OPEN PUBLIC MEETING an upsizing of a water main at Rangeline and 67th street if the developer decides to move forward with ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM the extension. Mr. Davenport seconded. Mr. Symmes, at 5:04 pm., established a quorum with five (5) members present. Mr. McGhee asked if the project runs over requested amount would the developer absorb the MINUTES additional cost. Mr. Eicks stated it would come Mr. Davenport moved to approve the October 20, back to the Commission for consideration but any 2020 minutes as presented. Ms. Clemons seconded. costs associated with upsizing the project would fall Motion passed unanimously; 5 yes, 0 no. on the Commission. Discussion followed. Ms. Clemons stated in approving the expenditure a FINANCIALS / INVOICES precedent was being set of installing infrastructure Commission members reviewed financials and for future development. Discussion followed. Mr. invoices. Austin stated he did not feel a precedent was being Mr. Eicks moved to approve the invoices as set because each project stands on its own and this submitted. Mr. Davenport seconded. Motion passed is a positive for the City; not only will the lots be unanimously; 5 yes, 0 no. ready for development for future homes but any future development can then be served without the City incurring a large cost. BUSINESS Update on Rangeline South Water improvements Ms. Finney, Citizen, asked if the developer came a Mr. McKee, Water Superintendent, reminded year ago, didn’t use the funds and is now coming for Commission members of request brought before the additional funds. Mr. Eicks stated no that’s not being said. Mr. Eicks stated the Commission decided a year ago they wanted to upsize the Counselor Crumes asked if there were any plans for extension at the City’s cost but the developer did drainage in the area. Mr. Eicks stated when paving not move forward. Now he wants to and the prices is done there might be a need for some drainage have increased. Mr. Eicks stated the Commission and at that time it might be paid by the only has the option if he decides to extend the line. Commission or it could be paid by the project. Discussion followed. There was a motion to adjourn at 5:55pm. Motion on the table passed unanimously, 5 yes; 0 no. Ms. Clemons stated she was voting yes to proceed with something the Commission came to agreement on already but desires the Commission to keep this standard in mind for future development in other areas of town. Update on former Marsh roof repair Mr. Eicks informed members of his meeting with Mike Montgomery, KRM Architecture. Mr. Eicks stated Mr. Montgomery has provided bid documents and has suggested packets be distributed November 20th with bid meeting December 2nd and opening on December 9th. Mr. Eicks reviewed the specifics of the bid package which included one alternate for the replacement of the shingled area in the front with a metal roof. Estimate ran $240,000 to replace roof with alternative $80,000. Cost for KRM services is $5,800.00. Mr. Eicks stated the Commission needs to give permission to move forward with the bid process. Discussion followed. Ms. Clemons stated she would like to see Ordinances updated to reflect agreed upon building façade and design requirements. Discussion followed. Mr. McGhee moved to move forward with the bid process for the 2810 Nichol Avenue roof repairs and replacement and Ms. Clemons seconded. Motion passed unanimously; 5 yes, 0 no. Discussion followed regarding bid opening date. Ms. King, Department of Economic Development, asked if there were minority participation goals for the project and asked the Commission to entertain inserting it into the document. Mr. Winkler stated this would most likely not be a general contractor making it difficult for them to reach participation goals. Ms. King stated as a citizen she would like to see people of color involved in projects such as this. Ms. King requested emails be placed on the City’s website for Commission members so that the public may contact them if they have questions. Page 2