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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. L 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. L 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. L 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. ftor 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 Sow 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. L (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 Cw Submitted By: Cindy Seifert