Troy Local Development Corporation
Regular MeetingTroy, NY · May 8, 2015
Minutes
TROY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Board of Director
Meeting Minutes
May 8, 2015
8:30 a.m.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Kevin O’Bryan, Bill Dunne, Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan,
Andy Ross and Hon. Ken Zalewski
ABSENT:
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Ken Crowe, Selena Skiba, Justin Miller, Heather Reina,
Richard Kiernan, Brant Dean, Michael Paris, Denise Saint-Onge, Mary Ann Liotta,
Neil Pelone, Andrew Kreshik and Denee Zeigler
Minutes
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
I. Minutes
The board reviewed the minutes from the April 10, 2015 board meetings.
Andy Ross made a motion to approve the April 10, 2015
board meeting minutes.
Hon. Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
II. 50/50 Façade Grant Requests
772 2nd Ave - Bill Dunne introduced the first applicant to the board members.
Heather Reina spoke about the exterior work that had to be completed for her
property. Ms. Reina explained that new siding, supports for the front porch
and a new front door. Mr. Zalewski asked if the property is owner occupied.
Ms. Reina advised she lived there at one time and now lives in Albany. She
advised her mother lives there now. Ms. Reina advised that she wants to
improve the property and noted she was concerned with recent fires in the
area that were targeting properties that appeared to be. Mr. Zalewski asked
if the second floor is rented out. Ms. Reina advised yes. Ms. Reina handed
out photos of the property to the board members. Mr. Dunne explained the
next steps to the applicant.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to approve the 50/50
Façade grant for Heather Reina at 772 2nd Avenue.
Hon. Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
80 Ferry St. – Mr. Dunne introduce the second applicant to the board
members and advised he owns 82 Ferry Street. Richard Kiernan spoke
about his recent purchase of the building next door to him, 80 Ferry Street.
He advised that he would like to replace the siding and windows. Mr. Kiernan
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has been in contact with his neighbors that are putting in a new fence. He
would like to try and coordinate with them to keep the look consistent. Mr.
Dunne advised that he is located in the Historic District and would require
review of any work that needs to be done. Mr. Keirnan advised that he is set
to go in front of the board on June 12th.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the 50/50
Façade grant for Richard Kiernan at 80 Ferry Street.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
539 Pawling Ave – Mr. Dunne introduced the third project to the board
members. Michael Paris, the tenant, and Brant Dean, property manager
spoke on behalf of the landlord. The Mr. Paris explained his company moved
into the complex earlier this year and is a national office furniture liquidator
called Office Furniture Outlet. He advised that he is a lifelong resident of the
area. He noticed the work done at Rainbow Cleaners and some other work
being done in that area and would like to continue it in their plaza. The
Chairman agreed that this is an important property for that area. Mr. Dunne
also agreed and explained that was one of the reasons that they chose that
area. Mr. Paris advised there is a lot of activity with the surrounding
businesses. Pete Ryan asked where the loading and unloading of furniture
takes place. Mr. Paris explained that they do most of the loading on Albia
Ave and is always willing to work with the surrounding residents if there are
any issues. Mr. Zalewski appreciates the investment in the area. Andy Ross
asked if the grant is for them or the owner of the plaza. Mr. Paris advised it is
for the owner of the plaza. He is located out of the area and has been
helping the owner of the plaza to move this forward.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the 50/50
Façade grant for HMS Route 303, LLC at 539 Pawling Avenue.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
183 4th Street - Mr. Dunne introduced the fourth applicant to the board
members. Denise Saint-Onge spoke about her recently purchased property
at 183 Fourth Street and handed out a quote for the work that she would like
to do to the façade. Mrs. Saint-Onge advised that there is a lot of
stabilization work that needs to be done. It has been vacant for many years
and everything from the top down needs to be re-done. Mr. Dunne asked
about her other property that they had worked on. Mrs. Saint-Onge advised
227 Fourth Street was one of their completed projects. Mr. Dunne advised
that property came out very nice. Mrs. Saint-Onge advised they will do a
mixture of renovation and replacing. The Chairman advised that this
property is exactly what this program was designed for. Mr. Ryan agreed
that he is glad to see work in that area continuing.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the 50/50
Façade grant for Denise Saint-Onge at 183 4th Street.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
544 2nd Avenue - Mr. Dunne introduced the fifth applicant to the board
members. The Chairman noted that he is excited to see these grants
reaching outside the business district in Troy. The board asked where this
property was located. Mary Ann Liotta advised that it is located between
114th and 115th on 2nd Avenue and distributed photos and estimates to the
board members. Mr. Dunne advised that there other items needed to set up
the grant paperwork and staff will be in touch.
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Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the 50/50
Façade grant for Mary Ann Liotta at 544 2nd Avenue.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
III. BDAP Loan request
Bill Dunne introduced Neil Pelone to the board members. Mr. Pelone advised
that he started his business in 2009 in a small office out of his apartment on
Madison Street. He has been renting space at 18 2nd Street and is planning
on expanding his business into 16 2nd Street. Mr. Pelone advised that
business has been steady and he is planning to hire a new full time employee
in the next few months. Mr. Ryan asked if his firm is doing work on River
Street. Mr. Pelone advised yes, 155 River Street. He advised they do a lot of
local projects that range in size. Mr. Pelone advised that his lease is for three
years and asked that the loan be structured to match the lease. Mr. Miller
asked if the loan is for furniture or tenant improvements. Mr. Pelone advised
it will be for equipment and furniture and a small portion will assist in the
renovations. Mr. Dunne advised it would be great for the board to assist a
small business with their expansion.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the BDAP loan
for Neil Pelone at 16 2nd Street.
Hon. Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
IV. Clark House refinance
Mr. Dunne advised that the applicant is not here, however we have reviewed
this loan in previous meetings. The board was given a final copy of the loan
term sheet and amortization schedule. Mr. Miller advised that this will be a
modification of their previous loan. The board took some time to review the
paperwork.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the
modification and restructure of Clark House LLC’s previous
loan to include an additional $75,000.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
V. Temple University
Mr. Dunne explained that the drawings hanging up in the conference room
are the final product of the Temple University students. He asked the board
members to take a look at the final product.
VI. King Fuels
Andrew Kreshik spoke about the current status of the King Fuels site. He
advised that work has recommenced and there has been a change in the air
monitoring company from Alpine to Atlantic Environmental Services. Mr.
Kreshik explained that the Department of Labor advised us what work needs
to be completed in order to start working again at the site. Atlantic is
currently taking samples of the piles that were identified as needing
characterization. These samples will be provided to the Department of Labor
in order to get the variance to recommence activity at the site. Mr. Kreshik
advised that there are some piles that we know contain some cross
contamination a result of one of the building demolitions. The pipe on site is
no longer there, but the asbestos wrap was left behind. The various other
piles on the site from are assumed to test negative for asbestos. Once
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Atlantic is done with the testing, they will present their findings to the
Department of Labor. When we get permission to work again on the site,
there will be a two-step process to remove the debris. The contaminated
material will be quarantined and dealt with by a licensed asbestos removal
company which will require a separate contract. The clean debris can be
removed by any contractor. After that, the site will be considered clean and
National Grid can move in to do their work. The tenant on the site will also be
out by June 1st. The site could conceivably be ready for National Grid by July
1st.
Mr. Kreshik noted further discussions will be needed regarding the asbestos
contaminated material found on the site by the previous contractor. There
may be some financial responsibility on their part. He advised that it is in our
best interest to start working again with another contractor once we get the
test results back. There is another company named Atlantic that does
asbestos abatement and is familiar with this site.
The board had a general discussion on the change of contractors.
Mr. Ross asked if National Grid will be able to start the work this calendar
year. Mr. Kreshik advised that the work can start as soon as clearance is
received from The Department of Labor. Mr. Miller advised that National Grid
will have to extend their license agreement. Mr. Ross asked if the overall
timeframe will be 14-16 months. Mr. Miller advised that Phase 1 will be about
6 months and Phase 2 will be about 1 year. Mr. Kreshik advised that is an
accurate timeframe but may run into delays with the gas lines on site.
VII. Scolite site
Mr. Kreshik advised that he was contacted by NYS DEC and advised that
they are working to co-ordinate the cleanup of four local sites in the Capital
Region by working with the same contractor. He advised that our site is a
grade and cap. Mr. Dunne asked if there is a request for funding. Mr.
Kreshik advised the City is obliged to 10% of the remedial cost according to
the record of decision, but we may be able to cover the cost under a
Brownfield’s grant. Mr. Kreshik advised that funds will be needed for a new
building survey. A survey was done by Angstrom Environment about 10
years ago but there have been many changes to the requirements by the
Department of Labor. The board had a general discussion on the site. Mr.
Kreshik advised that the fee for the survey was $2969. If anything additional
is found on the site they amount would change. Mr. Dunne advised we could
propose up to $4,000.
Andy Ross made a motion to approve up to $4,000 for
Angstrom Environmental to complete a survey of the site.
Hon. Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
VIII. Proposed real estate
Mr. Miller advised that there is a real estate item that needs to be discussed
in executive session due to the fact that if discussed publicly the value could
be affected.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to move to executive
session to discuss the proposed sale of real estate.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
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Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to adjourn executive
session.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
The board returned from executive session with no action taken.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to expend up to $10,000 to
undertake appraisals of property owned by the Troy Local
Development Corporation.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
IX. Financials
Selena Skiba reviewed the financials with the board members. Mrs. Skiba
noted the cash deposit held for $25,000 is for a parking study. The allowance
receivables have been adjusted for the payments received by To-Do
Development. Grants payable is the façade grants that are waiting to be paid.
Mrs. Skiba went over the operating statement and bad debt recoveries. Mr.
Skiba advised that the proceeds for the sale of the Neitzel building have been
adjusted. Mr. Zalewski asked for a recap of the sale. Mr. Miller advised that
the building was sold for $650,000. We received $350,000 up front and will
receive the balance of $300,000 in 18 months. He advised that interest will
accrue after that point.
The board questioned the allowance for loan receivables and loan loss
allowance. Mrs. Skiba advised that is the amount set aside for what our loss
could be.
Mr. Dunne asked if the notes payable needs to change. Mr. Miller asked if it
reflects the payoff amount for Scolite. Mrs. Skiba advised she will look into.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to accept the financials
as presented.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
X. Adjournment
The Chairman asked if there was any other business to discuss. With no
other items, the meeting was adjourned at 9:48 a.m.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Hon. Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
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Agenda
Kevin O’Bryan, Chairman Andrew Ross, Vice Chairman
Ken Zalewski Bill Dunne
Deputy Mayor Pete Ryan
TROY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Board of Directors Meeting
Planning Department Conference Room
City Hall
433 River Street, Suite 5001
Troy, New York 12180
May 8, 2015
8:30 a.m.
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes from April 10, 2015 board meeting.
II. Clark House, LLC Loan – loan refinance (Bill)
III. Façade Improvement grant program (Bill)
772 2nd Ave
80 Ferry Street
539 Pawling Ave
183 Fourth Street
544 2nd Ave
IV. Business Development Assistance Program (Bill)
16 2nd Street - $15,000 loan
V. King Fuels Update (Andrew)
VI. Scolite site (Andrew)
VII. Portec site (Bill)
VIII. Temple University (Bill)
IX. Financials (Selena)
X. Old Business
XI. New Business
XII. Adjournment
TROY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Board of Director
Meeting Minutes
April 10, 2015
8:30 a.m.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Kevin O’Bryan, Bill Dunne, Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan,
Andy Ross and Hon. Ken Zalewski
ABSENT:
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Ken Crowe, Selena Skiba, Justin Miller, Sharon Martin,
Kevin Mullen, Matthew Dame and Denee Zeigler
Minutes
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
I. Minutes
The board reviewed the minutes from the March 20, 2015 board meetings.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the March, 20,
2015 board meeting minutes.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
II. Rare Form additional request
Bill Dunne advised that a resolution was sent to the board members for
review along with the term sheet and amortization schedule as requested at
the last meeting. Ken Zalewski advised he felt comfortable after the last
meetings discussion with Mr. Muller. (See attached Resolution 04/15 #1)
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the loan term
sheet and amortization schedule.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
III. Clark House LLC
Bill Dunne advised that Vic Christopher is working on getting the last of the
paperwork together for his loan and will be ready to present next month.
IV. Marina Funding
Mr. Dunne advised that he was approached by the City of Troy to assist with
costs for Marina operations. He added that they are still working with FEMA
to get a permanent marina designed, but felt that it is important to have it up
and running for this season. The City is asking for $50,000 towards marina
operations. Pete Ryan noted that the budget in front of them is the same as
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the one from last year when the City operated it. They will cut down on some
of the expenses by keeping just two full time people and change the hours to
include times when people need fuel the most. Mr. Ryan added that last year
it did not open until mid-May and this year they are shooting for May 1st. Mr.
Ryan explained that if they can focus on getting more fuel income. The
budget gap should end up being about $25,000-$30,000. The Chairman
advised that instead of approving $50,000, which is more than needed, we
might want to stick closer the amount that is needed. Andy Ross agreed. Mr.
Ryan also agreed and advised that $30,000 is a good amount. He noted that
the first season it was run, the expenses were close to $60,000. Mr. Ryan
noted that it needs to be up and running again for all of the events and
farmer’s market. Mr. Ryan explained that they are anticipating $1.2 Million in
funding to come in for the seawall. Ken Zalewski went over the numbers
from the previous year where there was a deficit created by salaries. He
advised that if we cut salaries we should get closer to breaking even. Mr.
Ross advised that additional income could definitely be earned by making
sure the Marina is open to offer fuel to the boaters. The Chairman noted we
are one of the first/last fuel stops. The board had a general discussion on
gas rates and the marina budget from the past two years. The Chairman
advised that the City would need to write this into their budget as a
supplement. Mr. Zalewski noted that there could possibly be about $14,000
in savings which should help cut the previous deficit in half. Mr. Ryan
advised that when they know the numbers, if there is surplus they could
reimburse the LDC. The Chairman asked to see a follow up to this budget
later in the year. Mr. Zalewski asked if they could include the number of
boaters that patronize the local businesses. Mr. Ryan advised that after
taking to business owners, he noted that boaters dock at the Marina and
frequently visit local businesses and the farmers market. Mr. Zalewski asked
if there was a way to track that. The Chairman advised he is not sure if there
is a way to do that. Mr. Ross added that boats that dock in the marina
usually carry multiple people.
Andy Ross made a motion to approve $30,000 in grant
funding to the City of Troy for the operations of the Marina.
Bill Dunne seconded the motion, motion carried.
V. Camera Funding
Mr. Dunne advised is item will not be discussed today.
VI. Composting Pilot Funding
Mr. Dunne advised that The City of Troy has been working with Troy Zero
Waste and Empire Zero to create a pilot composting program. Mr. Dunne
advised that one of the benefits is the fact that compost is among the
heaviest items that ends up going into the municipal solid waste stream.
Municipal solid waste accounts for about $1.2 Million in expenses to the City.
Mr. Dunne advised that if we can encourage residential composting, we may
be able to reduce that expense significantly. Mr. Dunne advised that they
have identified a neighborhood of about 300 houses that they would like to
start the program in, but it would have to be put out to bid first. The City has
asked the LDC if we would be willing to fund some of the startup costs in the
amount of $10,000 to be used for composting barrels, bags, printing
promotional literature. The groups involved will be doing training seminars
and educational classes. The Chairman asked if Capital Roots is involved in
any way. Mr. Dunne advised not that he is aware of but will look into. Mr.
Dunne explained that currently, municipal solid waste is disposed of at
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$60/ton. Empire Zero has offered to take the compost at $30/ton. Mr. Dunne
advised eventually we will have to build a business model to see if the City
can do its own composting. The Chairman clarified that this is just municipal
solid waste. Mr. Ross asked if it would be grass clippings and other yard
waste. Mr. Dunne advised it will be residential food waste. We would be
supplying the bins for the residents. The Chairman asked if the residents
know about this program yet. Mr. Dunne advised not yet, but they have
identified a couple of neighborhoods that seem like they will be good
candidates. Mr. Dunne reminded the board that it still has to go out to bid.
Mr. Zalewski advised that there was a composting work group that was set up
through the Troy City Council. He noted that it will be a savings to the City
and will be a great program. Mr. Zalewski advised that many residents and a
couple of neighborhoods already compost and this will be a great thing to see
happen citywide. Mr. Dunne advised there are additional phases that will be
rolling out. The Chairman added that clustering like-minded people will be a
challenge and key to the success of the program.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve $10,000 in
funding to The City of Troy for the pilot composting program.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
VII. Façade Grants
Lusco Paper Co. – Mr. Dunne spoke about the first façade grant application
for 1401 5th Avenue, Lusco Paper Co. He advised they are on the corner of
Liberty and 5th and are looking for some assistance to repair the facades on
Liberty and Williams Street. They are asking for $20,000 but our grants have
a max of $5,000. Mr. Zalewski asked if there is enough funding. Mr. Dunne
advised yes, there is about $49,000 in funds. Mr. Zalewski asked if those
were our own funds or if they are federal/Main Street funds. Mr. Dunne
advised they are our own funds. We currently have no Main Street funding
and the previous 50/50 program was through federal funds.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the façade
grant for Paul Rapp of Lusco Paper Co. at 1401 5th Ave. in the
amount of $5,000.
Bill Dunne seconded the motion, motion carried.
Phil Farinacci, Loreto Rental – Mr. Dunne introduced Phil Farinacci, owner
of 213-215 4th Street. Mr. Farinacci explained that he purchased the building
in February because he felt it was located in a neighborhood that he wanted
to invest in. He advised that he lives close by on First Street and has another
property that was recently rehabbed on Second Street. Mr. Farinacci advised
this building is located on the corner and has been neglected for many years.
He advised that they would like to remove the current façade that is on the
building now and get down to the brickwork which will be repainted. He
would also like to replace the doors and windows and create a space on the
first floor that could be used for either residential or commercial. Currently, it
is being used as residential. Their main objective is to encourage the
continued growth in that area. Mr. Dunne advised the address may be in the
National Historic District and may have to go through review. Mr. Farinacci
advised he is not in the City’s current Historical District. Mr. Dunne advised
the can look into further. Mr. Farinacci advised he has worked with SHPO on
his other properties and will also check with them on this property. The
Chairman noted that Mr. Farinacci is familiar with the process.
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Mr. Dunne noted that the application shows a request for two grants; one for
each building on the lot. Mr. Farinacci advised yes, the building is two
addresses. The Chairman noted that providing assistance to this smaller
project is a great example of how the grants can reach to the outer parts of
the central business district and assist the businesses and property owners.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the façade
grant for Phil Farinacci of Loreto Rental at 213-215 4th Street
in the amount of $5,000 for each of his buildings.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
Joe Scaccia, Alpha Recreation Inc. – Mr. Dunne spoke on behalf of the
façade grant application made by Joe Scaccia of Alpha Bowling Lanes. Mr.
Ryan advised that this is an important business for that block. He noted that
there have been other projects submitted for that area that would not have
been a good fit for the area, but this one is.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to approve the façade
grant for Joe Scaccia of Alpha Recreation Inc. in the amount
of $5,000.
Hon. Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
VIII. Façade Target Area
Mr. Dunne spoke about the plan to spread some of the façade grant funding
to other parts of the City. After discussing with City Council members and the
Economic Development Coordinator, they came up with three target areas;
the Little Italy neighborhood on 4th Street from Ferry to Adams, Lansingburgh
on 2nd Ave between 114th – 126th Street and the Eastside of Troy between
Pawling Ave and Spring Ave up to Winter Street. Mr. Dunne proposed that
we allocate $50,000 in funding to each of the areas. He wanted to
specifically target commercial properties and residential buildings that have a
commercial unit or is owner occupied. The Chairman asked what would
happen if someone from just outside the target area wanted to apply for a
façade grant. Mr. Dunne advised that we can still review their applications as
part of the regular façade program. The Chairman advised that this is great
that additional work will be happening in other parts of the City. Mr. Dunne
advised at some point we may be able to add in a fourth targeted zone. The
board had a general discussion of other areas that could be targeted. The
Chairman advised that we can continue to look at targeted areas. Mr.
Zalewski expressed that this is a great idea and added that the areas chosen
could use some investment.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to approve $150,000 in
total funding; $50,000 for each of the three target areas.
Ken Zalewski seconded the motion, motion carried.
IX. PARIS
Mr. Dunne spoke to the board about the final PARIS report that was due on
March 31st. He noted that it was completed and submitted on time. Mr.
Dunne advised the document is large and he did not want to print hard copies
unless requested. The Chairman asked for a paper copy. Mr. Dunne
advised an electronic copy will be sent to the other board members.
X. Financials
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Selena Skiba handed out a final copy of the SaxBST audit that was
presented at the last meeting.
Mrs. Skiba noted a $25,000 being held for a parking study. The fixed assets
have been updated to reflect the sale of 444 River Street.
Mrs. Skiba advised that the bill for the Bobcat needs and additional amount
approved in order to pay. The bill came and it was $498.98 over the approved
amount. The Chairman advised that we can discuss after the presentation of
the financials.
The grants payable still shows a large amount of approved grants waiting for
paperwork.
Mrs. Skiba advised on the last page, the net ordinary income is prior to the
sale of 444 River Street and below that has the information about the sale
which had a significant impact.
Justin Miller asked for clarification about how the sale of 444 River Street is
listed on the financials. Mrs. Skiba advised that she would clarify for him.
XI. Bobcat additional funds
The Chairman advised that when the invoice for the Bobcat was received, it
was over the approved amount. Approval is needed in order to pay the
$495.98 extra, bringing the total approved amount to $20,495.48.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan made a motion to approve the invoice
for the Bobcat for up to $20,495.98.
Andy Ross seconded the motion, motion carried.
XII. Infinity Café term sheet
Matthew Dame spoke to the board about his previously approved loan. He
advised that he did receive a term sheet but the length of time and amount
was incorrect. He advised the loan amount should be $23,500 for 54 months.
Mr. Dunne apologized for the mix up and asked the board if they could review
the updated term sheet today. Mr. Dame emailed a copy of the term sheet
and schedule and had it printed up to present to the board. Mr. Dunne
advised that we had already approved the loan at a previous meeting and this
would be an update to the term sheet. Mr. Miller advised that the date on the
term sheet will also have to be updated to start the clock for the closing. Mr.
Ross asked if we will have time to clean up the paperwork before the closing.
Mr. Miller advised that we will have another chance to approve once the
resolution comes in front of the board.
Hon. Ken Zalewski made a motion to approve the updated
term sheet for Infinity Café’s loan of $23,500 with corrections.
Dep. Mayor Pete seconded the motion, motion carried.
XIII. Adjournment
The Chairman asked if there was any other business to discuss. With no
other items, the meeting was adjourned at 9:38 a.m.
Bill Dunne made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Dep. Mayor Pete Ryan seconded the motion, motion carried.
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AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION
(Rare Form Brewing Company, LLC – Loan Agreement)
A regular meeting of the Troy Local Development Corporation was convened on April
10, 2015, at 8:30 a.m.
The following resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
Resolution No. 04/15 #1
RESOLUTION OF THE TROY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING (i) THE ISSUANCE OF A $20,000 LOAN TO RARE FORM
BREWING COMPANY, LLC WITH RESPECT TO A CERTAIN PROJECT
(AS DEFINED HEREIN) AND (ii) THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A
LOAN AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS.
WHEREAS, The Troy Local Development Corporation (the “Corporation”) is a duly-
established, not-for-profit local development corporation of the State pursuant to Section 1411(h)
of the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law (“N-PCL”) and a Certificate of Reincorporation filed on
April 5, 2010 (the “Certificate”) established for the charitable and public purposes of relieving
and reducing unemployment, promoting and providing for additional and maximum
employment, bettering and maintaining job opportunities, instructing or training individuals to
improve or develop their capabilities for such jobs, by encouraging the development of, or
retention of, an industry in the community or area, and lessening the burdens of government and
acting in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, RARE FORM BREWING COMPANY, LLC (the “Company”), has
requested assistance from the Corporation in connection with a certain project (the “Project”)
consisting of the acquisition and installation by the Company of certain items of brewing and
related equipment and other tangible personal property (collectively, the “Equipment”) necessary
and incidental for the operation by the Company of a brewery and retail taproom located within a
leased premises at 90 Congress Street, Troy New York (the “Facility”); and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Project, the Company has requested financing from the
Corporation in the form of a $20,000.00 Loan (the “Loan”) to assist the Company to acquire and
install the Equipment in and around the Facility; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation desires to authorize the issuance of the Loan, the terms of
which have been presented at this meeting, and approve the execution and delivery of a Loan
Agreement (“Agreement”), along with related documents, to memorialize the terms and
conditions by which the Loan shall be extended by the Corporation, including the repayment
thereof and security therefore.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE DIRECTORS OF THE TROY
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Corporation hereby authorizes the provision of the Loan to the
Company in furtherance of the Project. The Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or the Chief
Executive Officer of the Corporation are hereby authorized, on behalf of the Corporation, to
execute and deliver a Loan Agreement, along with related documents (collectively, the “Loan
Documents”), in such form as prepared and approved by counsel to the Corporation and as
approved by the Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or the Chief Executive Officer.
Section 2. The Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the Corporation are hereby
authorized, where appropriate, to affix the seal of the Corporation to the Loan Documents and to
attest the same, all with such changes, variations, omissions and insertions as the Chairman, Vice
Chairman and/or Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation shall approve, and the execution
thereof by the Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation to
constitute conclusive evidence of such approval.
Section 3. The officers, employees and agents of the Corporation are hereby
authorized and directed for and in the name and on behalf of the Corporation to do all acts and
things required and to execute and deliver all such checks, certificates, instruments and
documents, to pay all such fees, charges and expenses and to do all such further acts and things
as may be necessary or, in the opinion of the officer, employee or agent acting, desirable and
proper to effect the purposes of the foregoing resolutions and to cause compliance by the
Corporation with all of the terms, covenants and provisions of the documents executed for and
on behalf of the Corporation.
Section 4. These Resolutions shall take effect immediately.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly put to a vote on roll
call, which resulted as follows:
Yea Nea Absent Abstain
Kevin O’Bryan [ X ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
William Dunne [ X ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Hon. Kenneth Zalewski [ X ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Andrew Ross [ X ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Peter Ryan [ X ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
The Resolution was thereupon duly adopted.
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AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION
(Clark House, LLC – Loan Refinance)
A regular meeting of the Troy Local Development Corporation was convened on May 8,
2015, at 8:30 a.m.
The following resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
Resolution No. ______________
RESOLUTION OF THE TROY LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING (i) THE ISSUANCE OF A $75,000 WORKING CAPITAL
LOAN TO THE CLARK HOUSE, LLC WITH RESPECT TO A CERTAIN
PROJECT (AS DEFINED HEREIN) AND (ii) THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS.
WHEREAS, the Troy Local Development Corporation (the “Corporation”) is a duly-
established, not-for-profit local development corporation of the State pursuant to Section 1411(h)
of the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law (“N-PCL”) and a Certificate of Reincorporation filed on
April 5, 2010 (the “Certificate”) established for the charitable and public purposes of relieving
and reducing unemployment, promoting and providing for additional and maximum
employment, bettering and maintaining job opportunities, instructing or training individuals to
improve or develop their capabilities for such jobs, by encouraging the development of, or
retention of, an industry in the community or area, and lessening the burdens of government and
acting in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, pursuant a resolution adopted on June 14, 2013, the Corporation authorized
a working capital loan to the CLARK HOUSE, LLC (the “Company”) in the amount of
$100,000 (“Original Loan”) in connection with a certain project (the “Project”) consisting of the
stabilization of a story brick building located at 207 Broadway, Troy, New York (the “Existing
Improvements”) and the redevelopment of the first floor commercial space to include a proposed
grocery and whiskey bar (the “Redevelopment”, and collectively with the Existing
Improvements, the “Facility”); and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Project, the Company has requested financing from the
Corporation in the form of refinancing $75,000 of the Original Loan for working capital
purposes (the “Loan”) in order to further assist the Company with the Project and collateral
development efforts; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation desires to authorize the issuance of the Loan, the terms of
which have been presented at this meeting, and approve the execution and delivery of a Loan
Agreement (“Agreement”), along with related documents, to memorialize the terms and
conditions by which the Loan shall be extended by the Corporation, including the repayment
thereof and security therefore.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE DIRECTORS OF THE TROY
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Corporation hereby authorizes the provision of the Loan to the
Company in furtherance of the Project. The Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or the Chief
Executive Officer of the Corporation are hereby authorized, on behalf of the Corporation, to
execute and deliver a Loan Agreement, along with related documents and modification
agreements (collectively, the “Loan Documents”), in such form as prepared and approved by
counsel to the Corporation and as approved by the Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or the Chief
Executive Officer.
Section 2. The Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the Corporation are hereby
authorized, where appropriate, to affix the seal of the Corporation to the Loan Documents and to
attest the same, all with such changes, variations, omissions and insertions as the Chairman, Vice
Chairman and/or Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation shall approve, and the execution
thereof by the Chairman, Vice Chairman and/or Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation to
constitute conclusive evidence of such approval.
Section 3. The officers, employees and agents of the Corporation are hereby
authorized and directed for and in the name and on behalf of the Corporation to do all acts and
things required and to execute and deliver all such checks, certificates, instruments and
documents, to pay all such fees, charges and expenses and to do all such further acts and things
as may be necessary or, in the opinion of the officer, employee or agent acting, desirable and
proper to effect the purposes of the foregoing resolutions and to cause compliance by the
Corporation with all of the terms, covenants and provisions of the documents executed for and
on behalf of the Corporation.
Section 4. These Resolutions shall take effect immediately.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly put to a vote on roll
call, which resulted as follows:
Yea Nea Absent Abstain
Kevin O’Bryan [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
William Dunne [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Hon. Kenneth Zalewski [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Andrew Ross [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Peter Ryan [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
The Resolution was thereupon duly adopted.
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STATE OF NEW YORK )
COUNTY OF RENSSELAER ) ss.:
I, the undersigned Secretary of the Troy Local Development Corporation, DO HEREBY
CERTIFY:
That I have compared the annexed extract of minutes of the meeting of the Troy Local
Development Corporation (the " Corporation "), including the resolution contained therein, held
on May 8, 2015 with the original thereof on file in my office, and that the same is a true and
correct copy of the proceedings of the Corporation and of such resolution set forth therein and of
the whole of said original insofar as the same related to the subject matters therein referred to.
I FURTHER CERTIFY, that all members of said Corporation had due notice of said
meeting, that the meeting was in all respects duly held and that, pursuant to Article 7 of the
Public Officers Law (Open Meetings Law), said meeting was open to the general public, and that
public notice of the time and place of said meeting was duly given in accordance with such
Article 7.
I FURTHER CERTIFY, that there was a quorum of the members of the Corporation
present throughout said meeting.
I FURTHER CERTIFY, that as of the date hereof, the attached resolution is in full force
and effect and has not been amended, repealed or modified.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said
Corporation this __ day of ______, 2015.
Secretary
[SEAL]
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NEIL PELONE ARCHITECTURE | 18 2ND STREET | TROY NY 12180 | 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 3 9 11
NEIL PELONE ARCHITECTURE | 18 2ND STREET | TROY NY 12180 | 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 3 9 11
NEIL PELONE ARCHITECTURE | 18 2ND STREET | TROY NY 12180 | 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 3 9 11
NEIL PELONE ARCHITECTURE | 18 2ND STREET | TROY NY 12180 | 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 3 9 11
NPARCH NEW OFFICE WORKSHEET
CEILING
ITEM TYPE/PRODUCT PRICE AREA TOTAL
METAL GRATE ARMSTRONG METAL WORKS $ 4.00 $ 185.00 $ 740.00
WOOD TILE ARMSTRONG WOODWORKS $ 2.00 $ 180.00 $ 360.00
CUSTOM WOOD NPARCH DESIGN/FAB (ALLOWANCE) 1 $ 1,000.00
TOTAL $ 2,100.00
OFFICE
ITEM TYPE/PRODUCT PRICE COUNT TOTAL
OFFICE CHAIR HERMAN MILLER CELLE $ 400.00 4 $ 1,600.00
CONFERENCE CHAIR HERMAN MILLER CAPER $ 250.00 6 $ 1,500.00
OFFICE TABLES IKEA LINMON TOP $ 50.00 6 $ 300.00
CONFERENCE TABLE LIVE EDGE SLABE (ALLOWANCE) 1 $ 1,000.00
COFFEE TABLE IKEA HEMNES $ 120.00 1 $ 120.00
LOUNGE CHAIR IKEA MELLBY $ 250.00 2 $ 500.00
SOFA/LOVESEAT IKEA KARLSTAD $ 379.00 1 $ 379.00
TOTAL $ 2,299.00
LIGHTING
ITEM TYPE/PRODUCT PRICE COUNT TOTAL
LF‐01 RECESSED CAN (ALLOWANCE) $ 100.00 4 $ 400.00
LF‐02 UNIQUE PENDANT LIGHTYEARS CARAVAGGIO $ 500.00 1 $ 500.00
LF‐03 TRACK LIGHT TECH LIGHTING SWIVEL HEAD $ 150.00 6 $ 900.00
LF‐04 RECESSED CAN (ALLOWANCE) $ 150.00 11 $ 1,650.00
LF‐05 WALL MOUNTED TOLEMO MICRO WALL $ 290.00 3 $ 870.00
LF‐06 SURFACE MOUNT TECHLIGHTING BOXIE $ 105.00 3 $ 315.00
LF‐07 MISC. FLOOR LAMP (ALLOWANCE) $ 200.00 3 $ 600.00
LF‐08 PENDANT NUD CLASSIC $ 52.00 9 $ 468.00
LF‐09 WALL SCONCE BRIC LED SCONCE $ 135.00 2 $ 270.00
TOTAL $ 2,523.00
CONSTRUCTION
ITEM TYPE/PRODUCT PRICE COUNT TOTAL
DRYWALL N/A $ 1,000.00 1 $ 1,000.00
PAINTING N/A $ 1,500.00 1 $ 1,500.00
ELECTRICAL N/A $ 2,000.00 1 $ 2,000.00
MISC. N/A $ 2,000.00 1 $ 2,000.00
TOTAL $ 6,500.00
MISCELLANEOUS
ITEM TYPE/PRODUCT PRICE COUNT TOTAL
TELEVISION SAMSUNG 65" SMART TV $ 1,200.00 1 $ 1,200.00
MEDIA TBD $ 500.00 1 $ 500.00
FRIDGE FRIDGIDAIR 14.6 CUBIC $ 550.00 1 $ 550.00
LASER CUTTER UNIVERSAL VLS 4.60 $ 5,000.00 1 $ 5,000.00
DESKTOP CPU TBD $ 1,200.00 2 $ 2,400.00
SOFTWARE TBD $ 3,000.00 1 $ 3,000.00
SIGNAGE (ALLOWANCE) $ 1,500.00 1 $ 1,500.00
CONTINGENCY (ALLOWANCE) $ 1,000.00 1 $ 1,000.00
TOTAL $ 15,150.00
TOTAL $ 28,572.00
NEIL PELONE ARCHITECTURE | 18 2ND STREET | TROY NY 12180 | 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 3 9 11
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