Corridor Improvement Authority

CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 2006 – 5:30 P.M. CITY CENTER – CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Luke Bonner called the meeting to order at 5:38 p.m. Members present at roll call: Daniel Crombez, Salvatore D’Angelo, Denice Gerstenberg, Pat Lehman, Mary Marcinak, Douglas Skrzyniarz, Rose Tocco Members absent: none Also in attendance: Luke Bonner, Economic Development Manager; Jamie Freeman, Recording Secretary Welcome and Introductions Members introduced themselves and shared their interest in the North Van Dyke Corridor. CIA Update Luke Bonner reported that three City Council meetings were required to establish the Corridor Improvement Authority. The next phase for the board will be to look at the overall development plan. The plan will be distributed at the next meeting. On October 17, 2006 City Council will set the public hearing for the plan. The public hearing will take place November 21, 2006. The plan should be adopted by City Council at the December 19, 2006 meeting. Approval of Monthly Meeting Times and Days Mr. Bonner suggested meeting the second Wednesday of every month. The board discussed schedules and times. Moved by Marcinak, supported by Lehman, to approve meeting dates and times for the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Approval of Special Meeting Times Mr. Bonner suggested special meeting dates of September 27, 2006 and October 4, 2006 if necessary. The next regular meeting will be October 11, 2006. Moved by Marcinak, supported by Lehman, to approve special meeting dates of September 27, 2006 and October 4, 2006 at 5:30 p.m. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Discussion and Introduction of By-laws The board discussed the by-laws and requested clarifications. Mr. Bonner will get clarification from the City Attorney on Article VI- Waiver of Notice. Ms. Marcinak believes the North side of Triangle Drive is in the City of Utica. Mr. Bonner will check with the City Assessor. Appointments for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Treasurer, and Secretary will take place at the next meeting. Mr. Bonner recommended appointing Jim Buhlinger, City Treasurer, as Deputy Treasurer and Jamie Freeman as Deputy Secretary. Presentation and Discussion of the Development Plan. Presented by Hubbell, Roth and Clark (HRC) Mike MacDonald, Donald Beagle, and Lawrence Ancypa of HRC introduced themselves. Handouts of the PowerPoint presentation were presented to the board. Mr. Beagle explained the streetscape portion of the presentation. The goal of streetscape improvements is to provide attractive improvements for the area within the right of way. Mr. Ancypa discussed ways to bring private businesses into the development plan. Mr. MacDonald described plans for access management in the area. There are many sites with multiple drives that could be reduced to provide more green space. Ms. Marcinak questioned if these items had already been decided. Mr. Bonner explained that all proposals in the presentation are only ideas that were included because of a strict timetable. Ms. Gerstenberg further stated why certain selections were made. The board discussed Van Dyke traffic concerns, including the roundabout, accidents, and number of lanes. The board expressed concerns about using “North” and “South” to identify portions of Van Dyke. Name suggestions will be explored at future meetings. The board discussed energy efficiency, transportation, and technology improvements. Ms. Marcinak requested looking into the historical significance of the animal hospital on Van Dyke. Public Comments None. Adjournment Moved by Lehman, supported by D’Angelo to adjourn. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.