Local Development Finance Authority
Regular MeetingSterling Heights, MI · June 28, 2021
Minutes
CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY
Approved
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
June 28, 2021 – 8:00 a.m.
6633 18 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
586-884-9322
VideoConference and TeleConference
Phil Hunsberger called the meeting to order at 8:02 a.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Members present at roll call: Dr. Michael Balsamo, Bill Holbrook, Phil Hunsberger, Dominic
Patrus, Jeanne Schabath-Lewis, Howard Sizemore, Jill Tomyn
Members absent: Ellanore Evans, Josh Hundt, Elise Johnson, Laurel Johnson, John Lettang,
Robert Ljucovic, Steve Pomaville, Camille Silda
Also in attendance: Jason Castor, City Development Director – City of Sterling Heights; Kathryn
Quell, Management Services Specialist – City of Sterling Heights
Motion to Approve the Agenda
Moved by Dr. Balsamo, supported by Patrus, to approve the agenda as presented.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Motion to Approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented
Moved by Patrus, supported by Sizemore, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
A. To approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 7, 2021.
B. To approve the proposal by ISCG, Inc (612 North Main, Royal Oak, MI 48067) for the
remodel of Velocity in the amount of $22,868.00 – #116369 – Glass Doors.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
New Business
To approve the final payment in the amount of $8,088.12, plus interest on retainage, for the
LDFA Improvements Phase 2 – Landscaping and Irrigation at Sterling Ponds Drive and
Center Drive, City Project #18-329.
Mr. Castor stated that the work of landscaping and irrigation has been completed at the two
locations – Sterling Ponds Drive and Center Drive. Upon final payment of $8,088.12, plus
interest and retainage, City Project #18-329 will be complete.
Moved by Patrus, supported by Dr. Balsamo to approve the final payment in the amount of
$8,088.12, plus interest and retainage, for the LDFA Improvements Phase 2 – Landscaping and
Irrigation at Sterling Ponds Drive and Center Drive, City Project #18-329.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Old Business
Public Comment
None
Adjournment
Moved by Dr. Balsamo, supported by Patrus to adjourn.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:11am
Agenda
CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS
Special Meeting of the
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY
June 28, 2021
8:00 AM
The LDFA is conducting its meeting on June 28, 2021 by telephone conference.
This meeting will take place at 8:00 a.m., on June 28, 2021 by Zoom videoconference and
teleconference. To access the meeting, members of the public must dial in using the
following telephone conference number: Dial In: _1-929-205-6099________ . When
prompted, enter the following Meeting ID Number: __995 8245 4327___________ and
passcode 154455.
All pubic participants wishing to participate by telephone will be placed on hold in a virtual
“waiting room” until the meeting starts (8:00 a.m.). All members of the public will be muted
during the business portion of the meeting.
Those wishing to participate in Public Comment will then be recognized by the Chair and
asked whether that person has a comment at that time. When prompted, you should indicate
your desire to address the LDFA Board and be recognized by the Chair. Please be advised
that there could be delays based on the number of calls received.
Members of the public will be afforded three (3) minutes each to address the LDFA Board
under Public Comment. The Chair, with LDFA Board approval, may shorten this time in order
to provide all members of the public a reasonable opportunity to speak.
As always, residents are encouraged to email any questions they may have on any agenda
item to the LDFA at cityhall@sterling-heights.net.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
A. June 7, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes
B. To accept the proposal by ISCG, Inc (612 North Main, Royal Oak, MI 48067) for the
remodel of Velocity in the amount of $22,868.00 – #116369 – Glass Doors.
NEW BUSINESS
1. To approve final payment in the amount of $8,088.12, plus interest on retainage,
for the LDFA Improvements Phase 2 – Landscaping and Irrigation at Sterling Ponds
Drive and Center Drive, City Project #18-329.
OLD BUSINESS
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
The LDFA will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals
with disabilities at the meeting upon 7 days notice to Community Relations Department
at 446-CITY.
CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
June 7, 2021 – 8:00 a.m.
6633 18 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
586-884-9322
VideoConference and TeleConference
Phil Hunsberger called the meeting to order at 8:01 a.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Members present at roll call: Michael Balsamo, Bill Holbrook, Phil Hunsberger, Laurel Johnson,
John Lettang, Dominic Patrus, Jeanne Schabath-Lewis, Howard Sizemore, Jill Tomyn
Members absent: Ellanore Evans, Josh Hundt, Elise Johnson, Robert Ljucovic, Steve Pomaville,
Camille Silda
Also in attendance: Luke Bonner, CEO Bonner Advisory Group, Senior Economic Development
Advisor – City of Sterling Heights; Kathryn Quell, Management Services Specialist – City of
Sterling Heights
Motion to Approve the Agenda
Moved by Lettang, supported by Sizemore, to approve the agenda as presented.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Motion to Approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented
Moved by Lettang, supported by L. Johnson, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
A. To approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 14, 2021.
B. To approve the proposal by Mando Construction, Inc. (75 Lafayette Street, Suite 100,
Mount Clemens, MI 48043) for the remodel of Velocity in the amount of $22,490.00 –
Ceiling Tile Grid.
C. To approve the proposal by LaBelle Electrical Contractors, LLC (241 Church Street,
Mount Clemens, MI 48043) for the remodel of Velocity in the amount of $22,300.00 –
Corridor Lighting and EXIT sign retrofit.
D. To approve the Shared Workspace Lease Agreement between Tara Schwark and the
Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA). The Agreement is month-to-month at a
rate of $100/month.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
New Business
To approve the Proposal from Issue Media Group for media/marketing services for a one-
year period for the development of the branding and identity of the Sterling Innovation
District at a cost of $46,000.
Mr. Bonner stated that last year the contract with Issue Media Group was funded out the
Economic Development Fund to allow a broader coverage of stories. The Economic
Development Corporation will fund that contract again this upcoming fiscal year. A new
contract was developed with Issue Media Group to develop brand identity for the Sterling
Innovation District. The focus of this contract will be on key business stakeholders and telling
their stories along with creating a brand identity. Issue Media Group will have suggestions of a
marketing game plan going forward. Additionally, Mr. Bonner stated that the City of Sterling
Heights is redesigning their website in 2022 and the Sterling Innvoation District will have a
landing page on the website.
Moved by Lettang, supported by Balsamo to approve the Proposal from Issue Media Group for
media/marketing services for a one-year period for the development of the branding and identity
of the Sterling Innovation District at a cost of $46,000.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Old Business
Public Comment
None
Adjournment
Moved by Lettang, supported by Patrus to adjourn.
Ayes: All
Nays: None
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:28am
PROPOSAL
PROPOSAL: 116369
DATE: 06/23/21
PROJECT #: 9-646
PROPOSAL FOR: INSTALL AT:
VELOCITY VELOCITY
6633 18 MILE RD 6633 18 MILE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS MI 48314 STERLING HEIGHTS MI 48314
COST CENTER:
SALESPERSON: CLIENT: YOUR P/O: QUOTE VALID
STEPHANNIE CHYZ 15666 / /
# QTY PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SELL EXTENDED
1 1 CHANGE EXISTING CLOSER TO HOLD 645.00 645.00
- OPEN
2 1 7284 PAIR 1/2 GLASS DOORS WITH 4,334.00 4,334.00
HOLD - OPEN
3 1 2 @ 7284 PAIR ALUMINUM DOORS 10,889.00 10,889.00
* DOORS WILL BE WHITE, WIDE STILE W/ PANICS
* NO HARDWARE ON OUTSIDE
* DEMO INCLUDED
4 1 OPENING: GLASS DOORS WITH HOLD 7,000.00 7,000.00
OPENS & ONE SIDELITE
Thank you for the opportunity to quote on your requirements.
Quote valid for 30 days.
DEPOSIT REQUIRED 11,434.00 SUBTOTAL....: 22,868.00
ACCEPTED BY____________________________
DATE ACCEPTED____________
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TOTAL.......: 22,868.00
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. This Proposal is not a binding order unless signed by an authorized representative of the Buyer and accepted by a Manager
at INTERIOR SYSTEMS CONTRACT GROUP INC. (“ISCG”).
2. If requested by ISCG, the Buyer agrees to provide reasonable financial information necessary to approve credit. ISCG
reserves the right to modify the terms of this Proposal, including deposit requirement, based on the information obtained.
3. The Buyer warrants that any financial information provided to ISCG is true and correct.
4. Product purchased on this Proposal is not cancelable or returnable.
5. All imposed tariffs assessed after order placement, and applicable sales and use taxes will be added at the time of invoicing
and are the responsibility of the Buyer.
6. The Buyer agrees to ISCG’s NET 30 payment terms. Payment in full is required on all delivered product. Payment for
incorrect, or damaged product, may be withheld until issue is resolved or product replacement is delivered. Should Buyer
be unable to accept delivery when product is available, Buyer agrees to be invoiced and ISCG will warehouse product for 30
days at no charge.
7. In the event of construction delays, or other causes not within ISCG’s control, force postponement of the delivery and/or
installation beyond 30 days, the products will be stored until installation can take place. The products will be considered
accepted by the Buyer for purposes of invoicing and payment. The Buyer agrees to pay any reasonable storage charges
incurred.
8. In the case of partial deliveries, the Buyer will accept invoice for all products delivered.
9. Delivery and installation will be made during normal business hours utilizing non-union labor. Buyer agrees to pay any
additional charges resulting from overtime work, and/or union labor, performed at the Buyer’s request.
10. Interest will be charged at the higher of 18% per annum, or the maximum rate permitted by law, on all past due amounts.
11. Buyer grants ISCG a security interest in the products described in this Proposal until full payment has been received. Buyer
agrees to keep product free and clear of all claims and liens until ISCG has been paid in full.
12. ISCG is authorized to file a UCC-1 to further protect its security interest in any unpaid products.
13. Buyer understands and agrees that ISCG is not responsible for a manufacturer’s inability to meet their estimated or
expected ship dates. There is no offset, or other price reduction, due to a manufacturer delay.
14. Buyer must provide a free and clear job site during the installation. Elevator service and adequate facilities for offloading,
staging, moving, and handling of products must also be provided by the Buyer and without charge to ISCG. The Buyer is
responsible for securing all necessary building permits.
15. Buyer is responsible for any damage to, or loss of, products after delivery. Until ISCG has been paid in full, Buyer shall
maintain a policy of fire, and extended coverage insurance, on the full value of all products with loss payable to ISCG.
16. ISCG assigns all rights derived from the manufacturer’s warranties to Buyer to the extent such rights are assignable. There
are no other warranties, or extended warranties, provided as part of this Proposal.
17. Any controversy or claim arising out of, or relating to, this Proposal and Terms and/or Conditions, or any breach thereof,
shall be settled in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association and judgment upon the award may be
entered in any court.
18. Buyer agrees to pay ISCG’s attorney’s fee and all other costs incurred in the enforcement of these Terms and Conditions.
19. The use of VISA, MasterCard or American Express for deposits and/or invoice payments, above $2,000, will be assessed an
additional fee equal to 2.0% of the amount charged.
20. The Proposal and Terms and Conditions represent the entire Agreement between Buyer and ISCG and may not be changed
without ISCG Management’s written authorization. 12/14/18
Interoffice Memorandum
Date: June 22, 2021
To: Kathryn Quell, Building Services Specialist
From: Jason Castor
Jason Castor, City Development Director
Subject: LDFA Improvements Phase 2,
Project Update, City Project CP#18-329
Provided is a final summary of the project. Let me know if you have any questions.
GENERAL INFORMATION: At the September 9, 2019 LDFA Business meeting, the LDFA awarded
the bid for the subject project to complete two district signs, one at Sterling Ponds Drive and
one at Center Drive, to Johnson Sign Co. In addition, landscaping and irrigation for these two
signs were awarded separately to Progressive Irrigation, Inc. The project has been successfully
completed by both contractors and all project specifications have been met. Therefore, the City
is preparing to make final payment and close out the contracts associated with this project.
This project also received a generous donation by Ron Lamparter, Founder, Defense Corridor /
Center for Collaboration and Synergy (DC3S) for the Flag installation at Sterling Ponds Drive. Mr.
Lamparter reached out to the City during the design phase of the sign and suggested adding a
Flag to this location. The attached pictures provided show the Sterling Ponds and Center Drive
locations in their completed.
Attached please find the final pay estimate for LDFA Improvements Phase 2, CP#18-329
releasing retainage held. Also attached is the contractor’s request for final payment and
agreeance of final quantities, contractor’s declaration, contractor’s affidavit, and consent of
surety.
STAFF ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS: All work has been successfully completed and the necessary
paperwork submitted to enable the City to proceed with final payment.
Attachment
Local Development Finance Authority
40555 Utica Road
Sterling Hgts MI 48313
PROJECT NO: 18-329
Hubble, Roth, and Clark
555 Hulet Drive
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303
Attn: Sal Conigliaro
May 24, 2021
Dear Sal,
This letter serves as our request for final payment for the project number 18-329 for the LDFA
Sterling Heights, MI.
We have reviewed the final paperwork and are in agreement with the final payment amount of
$ 8,088.12.
All final documents have been sent to your attention.
Respectfully,
!"#
Kenneth Treacher
Project Manager
CONTRACTOR: Progressive Irrigation DATE: 6/2/2021
ADDRESS: 4584 Clawson Tank Dr., Clarkston, MI 48313 HRC Job #: 20180678
City of Sterling Heights
LDFA LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS
ITB-SH20-038
Pay Estimate No. 2 - FINAL
SECTION I-CENTER DRIVE
Original
Item Contract Bid Original Bid Auth. Qty to
Item Contract Unit Payment
No. Price Amount Date
Quantity
1 Site Clearing 1 ls $ 700.00 $ 700.00 1 $ 700.00
2 Planting Bed Mix, 8 inch 25 cy $ 41.00 $ 1,025.00 29 $ 1,189.00
3 Shredded Hardwood Bark Mulch 15 cy $ 23.75 $ 356.25 15 $ 356.25
4 Vinca Minor “Mytrle” 40 Flats $ 56.50 $ 2,260.00 40 $ 2,260.00
5 J.SA. Tamariscifolia (Spreading Juniper) 180 ea $ 41.04 $ 7,387.20 180 $ 7,387.20
6 Steel Edging 245 lf $ 5.71 $ 1,398.95 245 $ 1,398.95
7 Cobble Stone on Filter Fabric, (6” – 10” Stone) 15 cy $ 131.00 $ 1,965.00 18 $ 2,358.00
8 Automated Irrigation System, Complete 1 ls $ 11,527.80 $ 11,527.80 1 $ 11,527.80
9 1-1/2” Water Tap and Water Meter 1 ls $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 0 $ -
10 Irrigation Controller Cabinet with Concrete Pad 1 ea $ 3,775.00 $ 3,775.00 1 $ 3,775.00
11 Conduit, Schedule 40, 2 inch (As Needed) 50 lf $ 19.50 $ 975.00 50 $ 975.00
12 2-#12+1-#12 Grd. (As Needed) 50 lf $ 12.25 $ 612.50 50 $ 612.50
13 Soil Erosion and Sediment Control 1 ls $ 875.00 $ 875.00 1 $ 875.00
14 Traffic Maintenance 1 ea $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 1 $ 1,200.00
15 Restoration-3 inch Topsoil, Seed, Fertilizer 200 syd $ 3.50 $ 700.00 200 $ 700.00
16 Reimbursed permit fee 1 dfr $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 1.485 $ 2,228.07
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CONTRACTOR: Progressive Irrigation LDFA Landscape and Irrigation Improvements 6/2/2021
Pay estimate No. 2
SECTION II- STERLING PONDS BLVD.
17 Site Clearing 1 ls $ 1,680.00 $ 1,680.00 1 $ 1,680.00
18 Planting Bed Mix, 8 inch 60 cy $ 41.00 $ 2,460.00 60 $ 2,460.00
19 Shredded Hardwood Bark Mulch 25 cy $ 23.75 $ 593.75 25 $ 593.75
20 Vinca Minor “Mytrle” 40 Flats $ 56.50 $ 2,260.00 40 $ 2,260.00
21 J.SA. Tamariscifolia (Spreading Juniper) 300 ea $ 41.04 $ 12,312.00 300 $ 12,312.00
22 Salvia N. "May Night" 260 ea $ 14.28 $ 3,712.80 260 $ 3,712.80
23 Hemerocallis "Happy Returns" (Daylily) 300 ea $ 14.98 $ 4,494.00 300 $ 4,494.00
24 Steel Edging 250 lf $ 5.71 $ 1,427.50 250 $ 1,427.50
25 Steel Edging, Salvaged 200 lf $ - $ - 200 $ -
26 Cobble Stone on Filter Fabric, (6” – 10” Stone) 22 cy $ 131.00 $ 2,882.00 25.71 $ 3,368.01
27 Flood Lights, Complete 2 ea $ 780.00 $ 1,560.00 2 $ 1,560.00
28 Automated Irrigation System, Complete 1 ls $ 15,346.00 $ 15,346.00 1 $ 15,346.00
29 1-1/2" Water Ta and Water Meter 1 ls $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 0 $ -
30 Irrigation Controller Cabinet with Concrete Pad 1 ea $ 3,775.00 $ 3,775.00 1 $ 3,775.00
31 Conduit, Schedule 40, 2 inch (As Needed) 50 lf $ 19.50 $ 975.00 50 $ 975.00
32 2-#12+1-#12 Grd. (As Needed) 50 lf $ 12.25 $ 612.50 50 $ 612.50
33 Soil Erosion and Sediment Control 1 ls $ 875.00 $ 875.00 1 $ 875.00
34 Flagpole, Complete 1 ls $ 8,699.20 $ 8,699.20 1 $ 8,699.20
35 Traffic Maintenance 1 ls $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 1 $ 1,200.00
36 Restoration-3 inch Topsoil, Seed, Fertilizer 200 syd $ 3.50 $ 700.00 200 $ 700.00
37 Reimbursed permit fee 1 dlr $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 1.485 $ 2,228.07
$ 105,821.60
Original Contract Amount $ 108,322.45
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CONTRACTOR: Progressive Irrigation LDFA Landscape and Irrigation Improvements 6/2/2021
Pay estimate No. 2
Change Order #1 - Repair and Replace Materials due to Sinkhole Damage
ls $ 4,832.50 1 $ 4,832.50
at Sterling Ponds Ave
Change Order #1 - Removal of two (2) existing ground signs at Center
Drive and adjustment of existing sign up-lights at ls $ 2,672.00 1 $ 2,672.00
Center Drive and Sterling Ponds Blvd.
Total Amount to Date $ 113,326.10
Less Retainage $ -
Less Previous Payments $ 105,237.98
Total Amount Due - Pay Estimate No. 2 $ 8,088.12
I certify that I have checked this periodic estimate; that to the best of my knowledge and belief it is a true and correct
statement of work performed by the contractor; that all work included in this periodic estimate has been inspected and
it has been performed in full accordance with the requirements of the contract.
HUBBELL, ROTH & CLARK, INC.
Sal Conigliaro, P.E.
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