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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRC-03-18-08CRC Meeting, March 18, 2008 1 CARMEL REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Meeting, Tuesday, March 18, 2008 President Ron Carter called the meeting to order at 7:14 p.m. Commission members Jeff Worrell, Rick Sharp and Carolyn Anker were present, constituting a quorum. Also present were Karl Haas, Les Olds, Sherry Mielke, Andrea Stumpf and Darrell Norris. Others present: From CSO Architects: Dan Moriarity From Shiel Sexton: Mike Anderson From OMNI Productions: Jim Mullet, Ben Dewhurst Contractors and members of the public or press: [See sign-in sheet for detail.] Francesca Jarosz, Richard Osborn, Mike Shaver, Bruce Donaldson and Loren Matthes Approval of Minutes February 19, 2008: Ms. Anker moved to amend the February 19 minutes to read, “Mr. Carter announced the issue of large number of cars during school hours parking in the Old Town area including the Lions Club parking lot.” Seconded by Mr. Sharp and unanimously approved. Ms. Anker moved to approve the February 19 minutes as amended. Seconded by Mr. Worrell and unanimously approved. Claims Ms. Mielke submitted invoices in the amount of $1,373,384.61 for the 902 CRC General Fund, 905 Brookshire Golf Course and the Performing Arts Center. Move for approval of these invoices by Mr. Sharp. Seconded by Ms. Anker and unanimously approved. Public Hearings The Public Hearing for Resolution 2008-1 was opened at 7:19 p.m. There was no one present to speak in opposition or in favor of the Resolution 2008-1. The Public Hearing for Resolution 2008-1 was closed at 7:20 p.m. Action Item #1: Approval of Resolution 2008-1 Mr. Sharp moved to approve Resolution 2008-1. Seconded by Mr. Worrell and unanimously approved. The Public Hearing for Resolution 2008-2 was opened at 7:21 p.m. There was no one present to speak in opposition or in favor of Resolution 2008-2. The Public Hearing for Resolution 2008-2 was closed at 7:21 p.m. Mr. Sharp explained the nature of Resolution 2008-1 as a resolution of the CRC modifying, confirming and declaring an area of the City of Carmel as an economic development area as outlined by the West Clay Economic Development Plan. The CRC Meeting, March 18, 2008 2 resolution allows the CRC to obtain the tax increment from the West Clay commercial development associated with the Village of West Clay. Mr. Sharp also explained the nature of Resolution 2008-2 as a resolution of the CRC authorizing the issuance of bonds for the purpose of refunding outstanding bond anticipation notes and paying costs related thereto. Action Item #2: Approval of Resolution 2008-2 Mr. Sharp moved for approval of Resolution 2008-2. Seconded by Ms. Anker and unanimously approved. Committee Reports Mr. Olds reported that the Plan Review Panel has not met at this time. The Panel is waiting for additional documentation for review of Parcel 7C Design and Development Package. Old Business Mr. Olds reported he is still working on the parking signs for Old Town Shops I & II and the Lions Club parking lot. It is anticipated the Street Department will receive the signage outlining parking limits and timing, along with directional parking signs, which should be installed within the next few weeks. Mr. Carter suggested moving the CRC meeting dates, times and locations to accommodate the filming of the meetings for television. Discussion on dates and times ensued. Mr. Carter announced the CRC meetings would now be held on Wednesday evenings in the Council Chambers with the executive session staring at 5 p.m. and the regular meetings starting at 6 p.m. The next CRC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, 2008. New Business Mr. Carter announced he had recently given a tour of the Monon Greenway from the City Center area to the Arts & Design District to individuals from the Center Grove and Greenwood areas. He reported the Monon is need of policing due to graffiti occurring on buildings located along the Monon Greenway. In addition, the Santa House has wind damage and needs to be moved to a more secure location. Other Business None at this time. Announcements None at this time. CRC Meeting, March 18, 2008 3 Adjournment Mr. Sharp moved the meeting be adjourned. Seconded by Mr. Worrell. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.