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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRC-09-15-08CRC Meeting, September 15, 2008 1 These minutes were transferred to the November 20, 2008 CRC meeting for approval due to lack of proper motion at October 15, 2008 CRC meeting. CARMEL REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Meeting, Monday, September 15, 2008 President Ron Carter called the meeting to order at 8:39 a.m. Commission members Bill Hammer, Carolyn Anker and Rick Sharp were present, constituting a quorum. Also present were Karl Haas, Les Olds, Sherry Mielke, Andrea Stumpf, and Matt Worthley. Others present: Bruce Donaldson, Ersal Ozdemir, Rick Osborn, Bruce Stauffer, Joe Pieters Approval to Purchase Parcel 47 – Hearthview Property Mr. Haas reported the range of cost to purchase the Hearthview Property was $3,517,000 to $3,488,000. There are still disputes between Hearthview and the CRC regarding certain costs at this time. The purchase is a “break even” proposition, contingent on closing with Keystone Construction. Mr. Olds explained it was important for the CRC to proceed with this portion of the project. Currently no demolition work or utility relocation can take place on the site, which is necessary for the project to move forward. All the demolition, utility and environmental work needs to be done on the site, no matter who develops the project. The VFW has granted permission to appraisers and surveyors to come onto the site and drill borings and map the underground utilities. Mr. Sharp expressed his approval of moving forward with this project to get the site prepared for development, regardless of the developer. Mr. Anker questioned the date of the anticipated closing. Mr. Haas anticipated a closing date with Hearthview the week of October 6th and a closing with Keystone Construction around March 5th. Mr. Hammer questioned if the CRC budget was able to cover the purchase of the property. Ms. Mielke reported the TIF distribution received was $1.5 million higher than anticipated, which could cover the purchase of the property for the short term. Mr. Sharp moved to approve the purchase of the Hearthview Properties and Tuesday Morning in accordance to the terms of the purchase agreement. Seconded by Ms. Anker and unanimously approved. Approval of demolition bids for Parcel 47 Mr. Olds reported the original low bidder for the project has withdrawn their bid due to an error in the bid. It is recommended to accept the next lowest bidder, National Salvage & Service Corporation, with a base bid of $237,000. It is also recommended to take several alternates from the bid package: #2 – removing the yellow consignment house to CRC Meeting, September 15, 2008 2 another location for $10,000 and #4 – for proper removal and recycling of dirt to achieve LEED certification for $5,000. The total amount recommended to be approved at this time is $252,000. Discussion ensued. Mr. Sharp questioned the reasoning for taking bid alternate #2. Mr. Olds explained the relocation of the yellow house was one of the conditions the Carmel Plan Commission placed on the CRC in regards to this project due to the historical nature of the house. Several available sites have been identified in which to relocate the house, but no site has been chosen at this time. The condition of the house, based on the structural engineers that have reviewed it, puts in question how stable the house is to be moved. The house has rotten wood, asbestos and mold. Mr. Carter questioned if the cost to demolish the yellow house was included in the base bid in the case it was unable to be moved. Mr. Olds explained that bid alternate #3 covers the demolition of the yellow house for $5,000. Ms. Anker questioned if the moving of the yellow house could be determined prior to spending the $10,000. Mr. Olds said they could and in the case it could not be moved, a change order would be issued for bid alternate #3 to demolish the house. Discussion ensued. Mr. Hammer moved to approve the contract for the Carmel Arts District Lofts Site Demotion Project to National Salvage & Service Corporation in the base bid amount of $237,000, and also to approve Alternate 2 in the amount of $10,000 and Alternate 4 in the amount of $5,000 for a total approved amount of $252,000. Seconded by Ms. Anker and unanimously approved. Old Business No old business at this time. New Business No new business at this time. Adjournment Ms. Anker moved the meeting be adjourned and seconded by Mr. Hammer. The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 a.m.