Tax Increment Finance Authority
Regular MeetingRichmond, MI · October 26, 2022
Minutes
Approved 11/30/22
TAX INCREMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY
MINUTES
October 26, 2022
THE MEETING OF THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY WAS CALLED TO
ORDER AT 7:00 P.M., ON OCTOBER 26, 2022, BY CHAIRMAN RUFF
Present: Ball, Garant, LaFore, Reindel, Ruff, Weinert
Absent: Yelencich
Others: Director Moore, City Clerk McCallister
Visitors: None
Motion by Garant, supported by Ball, to excuse Authority Member Yelencich from tonight’s
meeting.
All yeas Motion passes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Weinert, supported by LaFore to approve the minutes from September 28, 2022, as
presented.
All yeas Motion passes
APPROVAL OF BILLS
Motion by LaFore, supported by Reindel, to approve the Payroll Expenses for September 23rd
through October 6th, 2022, in the amount of $3,296.14.
All yeas Motion passes
Motion by LaFore, supported by Reindel, to approve the Schedule of Bills for September 21st
through October 12th, 2022, in the amount of $48,495.29.
All yeas Motion passes
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CORRESPONDENCE
Revenue and Expense Report for September 2022
City Council Meeting Minutes – Regular Meeting of September 19th, 2022
City Council Meeting Minutes – Regular Meeting of October 3rd, 2022
Received and filed the correspondence as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Motion by Reindel seconded by Ball, to adopt the agenda as presented.
All yeas Motion passes
The Agenda was adopted as presented.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Adoption of 2023 Meeting Schedule
Motion by Garant, seconded by LaFore, to adopt the 2023 TIFA meeting Schedule as
amended:
The November 2023 meeting date was changed from Wednesday, November 22 to Tuesday,
November 21, 2023.
All yeas Motion passes
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2. Update on Parking Lots
TIFA was being requested to review the final plans and discuss setting up the meeting with the
business owners.
Moore went over the revised changes that were made for the three (3) main parking lots on the
North Business District.
Changes to the Parking Lot Project:
An enclosure around the three (3) dumpsters that were moved from the north side to the
new location
A bike ramp and a ramp
A sidewalk protected by an island
A curb on the north side of the lot
A guardrail parallel to Forest Ave. is being removed and replaced with new iron fencing.
A final sheet reflecting elevations has been created so individuals can see more detail
on the specs.
Moore plans to meet with the eight (8) property owners individually to go over the plans.
Reindel expressed his concern over business owners wanting to make changes, based on
opinions, to the current plans that may delay the process.
Weinert wants to be sure the new lighting is installed is enough for safety reasons.
TIFA members agree that Director Moore has the authority to make any minor changes as
necessary to keep the progress of the project moving forward.
Moore appreciates the Board always giving the flexibility to make small decisions on their
behalf.
Motion by Reindel, seconded by Weinert to approve the Parking Lot Conceptual Plans and
direct administration to meet with the business and property owners.
All yeas Motion passes
3. Rescheduling of November, 2022 TIFA Meeting
Motion by Ball, seconded by Reindel, to reschedule the November 2022 TIFA meeting from the
fourth Wednesday, November 23rd to the fifth Wednesday, November 30th.
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All yeas Motion passes
MISCELLANEOUS MATTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
Moore received confirmation that the insurance company has signed off on the storm damage
claim. The property restoration company is scheduled for October 31st, painting at the Aud will
begin this Friday, October 28th. Furthermore, the large maple tree has been removed,
volunteers re-roofed the area over the stairs and Comcast has installed service. The anticipated
opening of the Aud will be in November.
Save the date for the 2nd Friday in December (12/9/22) for the Holiday Open House. A formal
invitation is forthcoming.
CHAIRMAN AND AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Ball inquired if there has been any feedback regarding the new traffic light. Director Moore
informed TIFA that he has only heard comments regarding “timing” of the lights.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ball, supported by Reindel, to adjourn the Tax Increment Finance Authority meeting
at 7:31 p.m.
All yeas Motion passes
Respectfully Submitted:
Heather McCallister
City Clerk
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Agenda
REGULAR MEETING
TAX INCREMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY
36725 DIVISION ROAD
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2022
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2022
APPROVAL OF BILLS
Payroll Expense for September 23rd through October 6th, in the amount of $3,296.14
Schedule of Bills for September 21st through October 12th in the amount of $48,495.29
CORRESPONDENCE
Revenue and Expense Report for September 2022
City Council Minutes for the September 19, 2022 Regular Meeting
City Council Minutes for the October 3, 2022 Regular Meeting
PUBLIC COMMENTS
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1) Approval of 2023 Meeting Schedule
2) Update on Parking Lots
3) Rescheduling of November, 2022 TIFA Meeting
MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM THE DIRECTOR
CHAIRMAN AND AUTHORITY MEMBERS
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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