Corridor Improvement Authority

Name: Corridor Improvement Authority — Sterling Heights, MI
Start: 2010-04-14
End: 2010-04-14
Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Regular Meeting

Sterling Heights, MI · April 14, 2010

Agenda Minutes

Minutes

CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING April 14, 2010– 5:30 P.M. CITY CENTER – ROOM 201 Approved James Boehmer called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Members present at roll call: James Boehmer, Denice Gerstenberg, Dennis Hansinger, Rose Tocco Members absent: Mary Marcinak, Joe Haney Also in attendance: Luke Bonner, Economic Development Manager; Rick Sanborn, City Treasurer, Teresa Jarzab, Recording Secretary Motion to Approve the Agenda Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Hansinger, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve the February 24, 2010 Minutes Moved by Hansinger, supported by Boehmer, to approve the minutes from February 24, 2010. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. New Business Motion to approve the Façade Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Sterling Heights Corridor Improvement Authority and B.H.M Enterprises (4 Seasons Plaza-Improvements to Mesquite Grill) Mr. Bonner presented the application for Four Seasons shopping center, and Mesquite Grill location. The application was submitted to the planning department and has been approved. The improvements are to the outdoor patio. General discussion about all the improvements proposed ensued by all board members. Moved by Hansinger, supported by Boehmer, to approve the Façade Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Sterling Heights Corridor Improvement Authority and B.H.M Enterprises (4 Seasons Plaza-Improvements to Mesquite Grill) Updates Denice A. Gerstenberg updated the committee about the old gas station at Utica/Van Dyke. We have received Neighborhood Stabilization Program Grant monies for the redevelopment of blighted areas, and this location does qualify and a pocket park is being planned for that area. CDBG grant monies have also been given for sidewalk improvements, and bus stop improvements. General discussion regarding the construction, what else could be developed there, and the landscaping plan for the site. Mr. Boehmer questioned if the tanks have been removed. Ms Gerstenberg replied that they have, but environmental still have to be done. Mr. Hansinger questioned what is going to happen if the deal falls through, Ms. Gerstenberg replied that the building would remain as it is. Mr. Bonner gave an update regarding the façade program, and the next fiscal year budget. City Council has decided to take back monies. There is enough to do the façade projects that are pending. Old Business Ms. Tocco asked for an update on the Mobil Station, Mr. Bonner stated that it was getting close. Discussion about tenants ensued. Mr. Bonner did have some inquiries about the old Ping On restaurant, still may be a medical office building. Ms. Gerstenberg asked if there was an update about Noonan, Mr. Bonner stated that there have been inquires for a variety of uses. Board Members Report None Public Comments None Adjournment Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Tocco to adjourn. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. TJ Minutes Approved 9/22/10 Rose Tocco, Secretary

Agenda

CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the Corridor Improvement Authority April 14, 2010 5:30 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF February 24, 2010 New Business 1. Approve the Façade Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Sterling Heights Corridor Improvement Authority and B.H.M Enterprises (4 Seasons Plaza-Improvements to Mesquite Grill) 2. Updates a. Utica/Van Dyke Property Acquisition (Former Gas Station) Presentation by Board Member Gerstenberg (Public Services Manager) b. General OLD BUSINESS BOARD MEMBERS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENT ADJOURNMENT CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING February 24, 2010– 5:30 P.M. CITY CENTER – ROOM 201 Draft Dan Crombez called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. Members present at roll call: James Boehmer, Daniel Crombez, Denice Gerstenberg, Dennis Hansinger, and Rose Tocco. Members absent: Mary Marcinak, excused Also in attendance: Luke Bonner, Economic Development Manager; Jim Buhlinger, City Treasurer, Teresa Jarzab, Recording Secretary Motion to Approve the Agenda Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Hansinger, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve the May 13, 2009 Minutes Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Tocco, to approve the minutes from May 13, 2009. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to authorize Treasurer to make loan payment of $15,628.13 to City of Sterling Heights General Fund from existing reserves. Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Tocco, to approve the Treasurer to make loan payment of $15,628.13 to City of Sterling Heights General Fund from existing reserves. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Election of Officers Motion to open Election of Officers Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Tocco, to open election of officers. Motion to Approve Dan Crombez as Chairperson Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Boehmer, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve Dennis Hansinger as Vice Chairperson Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Boehmer, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve Rose Tocco as Secretary/Treasurer Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Boehmer, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve Rick Sanborn as Deputy Treasurer Moved by Crombez, supported by Gerstenberg, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Approve Teresa Jarzab as Recording Secretary Moved by Crombez, supported by Gerstenberg, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Motion to Close Election of Officers Moved by Tocco, supported by Gerstenberg, to approve Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. Old Business Ms. Gerstenberg reported about City projects that will be started in the CIA corridor including bus stop improvements, and the sidewalk gap program. Ms. Tocco questioned the funding source for these projects, Ms. Gerstenberg responded CDBG. General discussion ensued about Najors Party Store, former Ping-On, former Noonan property, and old Jim Muir sites. Board Members Report None Public Comments None Adjournment Moved by Gerstenberg, supported by Hansinger to adjourn. Ayes: All Nays: None Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m. TJ Minutes Approved 4/14/10 Rose Tocco, Secretary

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