HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 23, 2013 JEFFERSONVILLE REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 23, 2013
The Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission held a Regular Meeting on January 23, 2013,
that was called to order at 6:01 PM in the Mayor's Conference Room, located at 500
Quartermaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana.
The following board members were present:
Monty Snelling, Kevin LaGrange, Jamie Lake (arrived late), Rob Stevens and Jack Vissing
Greater Clark School Board Representative Jerry White
Staff Members present:
Redevelopment Commission Attorney Les Merkley, City Controller and Redevelopment
Treasurer Monica Harmon, Redevelopment Director Rob Waiz, UEZ Director Kelly Phillips,
Grant Administrator DeLynn Rutherford, and CMMS Clerk Secretary Cindy Seifert
Guests present:
David Lewis and Jeanne Burke with Clark County Museum, Frank Spanopoulos with Culver's,
James McDonough with Wash 0 Rama, John Campbell, Phillip Marshall, Greg Sekula with
Indiana Landmarks, Laura Renwick, Steve Stenbro, Warren and Jill Schimpff, Mike Hutt, Bobby
Campbell, Richard Euklund and Brayden Lammers with The Evening News
CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Snelling called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve the agenda, with the additions of a discussion on Arts in
the City of Jeff (Snelling) and the discussion of a projects master list (Stevens), with Mr.
LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
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CONSENT REPORTS
Minutes:
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve the minutes from December 13, 2012, with Mr. Stevens
seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Claims:
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve the Redevelopment Claims in the amount of $11,107.52
with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Mr. Stevens made a motion to approve the TIF Claims in the amount of $1,029,565.45, with Mr.
LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Mr. Stevens made a motion to approve three ARRA SRF /RLF Disbursement Claims in the
amounts of $3,396.64, $430.75 and $2,999.00, with Mr. Vissing seconding the motion, passing
unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Acquisition Claims:
None
Review of Financial Information:
Ms. Harmon advised that the State requirements for Annual Reporting have been modified to
include information on salaried employees and grant balances and expenditures. Ms. Harmon
will prepare the report and requests the Mr. Snelling signs off as commission president.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to authorize Mr. Snelling to sign off on the Gateway Reporting with
Mr. Stevens seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
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OLD BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARING:
2012 Reimbursement Bond Resolution — (Public Hearing)
Mr. Merkley presented two resolutions confirming the resolutions adopted on November 27,
2012, entitled "Resolution Amending the Resolution of the Jeffersonville Redevelopment
Commission Entitled `Declaratory Resolution of the Jeffersonville Redevelopment
Commission." Mr. Merkley advised that state law requires that once the Commission adopts a
Resolution amending a must also go before the City Council for its consideration and approval.
The City Council has approved the Resolution, and now the Resolution comes before the
Commission in a public hearing for final approval.
Mr. Merkley requested whether there was anyone present to speak on the matter of this
resolution, there was no one present.
Mr. LaGrange then made a motion to close the public hearing, with Mr. Vissing seconding the
motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
REGULAR MEETING:
Resolution 2013 -RC -1: Resolution confirming the Resolution of the Jeffersonville
Redevelopment Commission adopted on November 27, 2012, entitled "Resolution Amending the
Resolution of the Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission Entitled `Declaratory Resolution of
the Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission."
For Falls Landing TIF, adding language to include the potential for the construction of a police
station and stormwater conveyance improvements.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve Resolution 2013 -RC -1, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the
motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Resolution 2013 -RC -2: Resolution confirming the Resolution of the Jeffersonville
Redevelopment Commission adopted on November 27, 2012, entitled "Resolution Amending the
Resolution of the Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission Entitled `Declaratory Resolution of
the Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission."
For Inter City Road TIF, adding language to include the potential for the construction of a police
station and stormwater conveyance improvements.
Mr. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013 -RC -2, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the
motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Resolution 2013 -RC -3: Resolution authorizing commission treasurer to establish debt service
reserve account at First Savings Bank in reference to 2012 Reimbursement Bonds.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve Resolution 2013 -RC -3, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the
motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Agreement for Bond Paying Agent
Ms. Harmon advised that as part of the bonds, the Commission must enter into an agreement for
Paying Agent. Ms. Harmon presented two Agreements (one per bond) for US Bank to act as
Paying Agent. US Bank was chosen as Redevelopment already uses this particular bank, and as
Wastewater uses a different bank which aides in keeping records separate.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to authorize Monica Harmon as signatory on both accounts, with Mr.
Stevens seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
HNTB — Change Order — Burleigh Law
HNTB has submitted a change order for the addition of a storage vault for the flood gate panels
on the dry side of the floodwall and the change from a 60' steel gate to a 40' aluminum scissor
gate.
Mr. Vissing questioned whether the gates were going to be the same style as what Flood Control
currently has. Mr. Waiz confirmed that is the reason for the change order, the Corp or Engineers
and Flood Control prefer to have similar gates for ease of use.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve Supplemental Agreement #7, in the amount of
(*Pr $28,000.00, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
214 West Court proposal
Mr. Waiz obtained an updated appraisal for the property at 214 West Court Avenue. The
appraised value has not changed. As of January 17, 2013, the appraised value is $515,000 and
the fair market lease rate is $10.52 per sq.ft. At this time the commission must negotiate the
lease agreement. Mr. Vissing and Mr. Stevens suggested the final price be $515,000, minus the
lease payments made, depending on the term of the lease.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to authorize Mr. Waiz to obtain a draft lease to purchase agreement
with Mr. Stevens seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Fred Collins and Neighbors
Fred Collins and neighbors did not appear.
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k yr Lease for 721 and 725 Michigan Avenue — Clark County Museum
David Lewis appeared before the Commission presented a final lease in the amount of $1 per
year for 50 years, with 5 consecutive 10 year renewals. The only change to the lease from the
last draft, was the addition that the tenant shall also be responsible for the facade on the 725
Michigan to insure the facade is consistent with the historical facade of the neighborhood.
Mr. Stevens stated that he is uncomfortable with a 50 year lease. Greg Sekula and Delynn
Rutherford both confirmed that the long -term lease will assist the museum in obtaining grant
funds.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve the lease for 721 and 725 Michigan Avenue as presented,
with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing on a vote of 3-1, with Mr. Stevens voting
against.
2013 Budget
Ms. Harmon prepared a proposed redevelopment budget.
Mr. LaGrange made a motion to approve the 2013 Budget as presented, with Mr. Stevens
seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
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Projects List Discussion
Mr. Stevens requested the Master Projects List from Mr. Waiz which was previously requested at
the last meeting. Mr. Waiz stated he would provide a list.
Mr. Waiz set up a Workshop for Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at noon in the Mayor's Conference
Room.
Greater Clark County School Building
Mr. Merkley was requested to look into the terms of the Interlocal Agreement with Greater Clark
County Schools in regards to the old school building on Meigs Avenue. The terms were for
$15,000 per year for 3 years payable to GCCS to be used specifically for The Pilot House. The
Pilot House program has fallen through. The City has made one payment, with the next payment
due at the end of January. If the City makes the second payment, the City will be responsible for
the remaining payments.
Greg Sekula with Indiana Landmarks commented that he has spoken with AU & Associates out
of Lexington, Kentucky. AU specializes in adaptive reuse of old school buildings. Mr. Sekula
will contact all parties to discuss options.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to terminate the Interlocal Agreement with Greater Clark County
Schools with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
(br Arts in the City of Jeff
Mr. Snelling spoke with Dawn Struck and Mayor Mike Moore about the potential of an Arts
History and Cultural Center. He would like to see the former Gray & Wells buildings at
Michigan Avenue and 7 Street. He feels that it could be a draw for an Art School.
NEW BUSINESS
Culver's Tax Abatement Request
Frank Spanopoulos with Culver's Restaurant is considering at location behind Sav -a -Step on
Veteran's Parkway. Culver's is an individually owned and operated franchise. Culver's is
looking for a 10 Year Tax Abatement. The restaurant will add 60 new jobs. Restaurants are not
a typical business considered for tax abatements, but this business could help to "jump start"
business the area.
Mr. LaGrange made a motion to approve the Tax Abatement Request for Culver's, with Mr.
Stevens seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
Wash 0 Rama Facade Grant Application
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James McDonough with Wash 0 Rama requested a Facade Grant for painting, new awning,
resurfacing lot and the addition of green space. Recently the Clark County Auto Auction
demolished the building between CCAA and Wash 0 Rama, leaving the side of Wash 0 Rama
newly exposed. Mr. McDonough provided quotes in the amount of $14,500.00.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to approve the Facade Grant for Wash 0 Rama in the amount of
$7,250.00, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0.
(Mr. Lake arrives at meeting late in this discussion)
Jeff Plaza Facade Grant Application
Phillip Marshall and John Campbell with Jeff Plaza requested a Facade Grant to replace the
pylon sign with a monument sign. Mr. Marshall provided quotes in the amount of $20,140.00.
The existing sign does not meet code. Mr. Snelling requested a commitment from Mr. Marshall
to paint the metal facade to match the Bill Northcutt portion of the shopping center. Mr.
Marshall agreed to paint the metal facade.
Mr. Stevens made a motion to approve the Facade Grant for Jeff Plaza signage in the amount of
(law $10,000.00, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 4 -0,
with Mr. Lake abstaining.
Jeffersonville Arts Alliance
Removed per Rob Waiz.
Chestnut Street Matching Grant
Removed per Mr. Merkley.
Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) Funding
Ms. Phillips presented a request on behalf of Blayr Barnard with ISBDC for funding for business
counseling service. Redevelopment and the Urban Enterprise Zone send potential businesses to
the ISBDC for counseling prior to the final decision to start new endeavors. The Restaurant
Forgivable Loan Program requires the use of the counseling prior to consideration. The ISBCD
is requesting $5000.00 funding from the City of Jeffersonville. The JUEZ has approved $2,000,
however, would not to commit the full amount as this program is used throughout the City.
Mr. Lake made a motion to approve $3,000.00 for ISBDC to be paid out of Operating Fund, with
Mr. Stevens seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 5 -0.
Go Local Business Platform
Ms. Rutherford presented information on the Go Local Business Platform. Go Local is a mobile
app which allows businesses, councilpersons, etc. for microsites off the main user, the City of
Jeffersonville. Businesses can link to their existing websites or create a home page through
GoLocal. The cost of the program, which is population based, is a one -time implementation of
$2,500.00, plus $395.00 per month. Mr. Stevens questioned whether the cost of the program was
Redevelopment rather than Economic Development. Ms. Phillips advised that there is no longer
a budget for Economic Development. Mr. Vissing requested a demonstration.
Mr. Vissing made a motion to table discussion pending demonstration, with Mr. Stevens
seconding the motion, passing unanimously on a vote of 5 -0.
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(iv EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
Mr. Waiz advised that the Settlement Agreement Grant Program to relocate the following
properties:
216 W. Market Street 113 Fort Street (acquired by INDOT)
218 W. Market Street 340 W. Maple Street (acquired by INDOT)
222 W. Market Street 338 Ohio Avenue (acquired by INDOT)
227 Pearl Street
229 Pearl Street
The properties in the first column of have priority funding. There is a pot of money available,
first come, first serve. Mr. Sekula is requesting the Commission determine how to proceed.
Mr. Waiz provided a projects list to the Commissioner's, which will be discussed at next weeks
workshop.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No Comments
BOARD COMMENTS
Kevin LaGrange No Comments
Jamie Lake Requested a budget for projects.
Rob Stevens Requested a map of TIF Areas available during meetings.
Jack Vissing No Comments
Monty Snelling No Comments
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Vissing made a motion to adjourn at 8:10 PM, with Mr. LaGrange seconding the motion. //2e-; 2 R. Monty Snel g, Presi % - nt
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