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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRC-09-19-06 CRC Minutes, September 19, 2006 CARMEL REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Meeting, Tuesday, September 19, 2006 President Ron Carter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Commission members Carolyn Anker, Bill Hammer, Jeff Worrell and Rick Sharp were present, constituting a quorum. Also present were Les Olds, Karl Haas, Sherry Mielke, Andrea Stumpf, Jeff Meyerrose, Darrell Norris and Bill Ruthhart. Phyllis Morrissey as support staff. Approval of Minutes Mr. Hammer moved the minutes from the August 22, 2006, meetings be approved. Following a second by Mr. Sharp, the motion was unanimously approved. Presentations None Report from Architects and Engineers Mr. Olds reported the PAC design schematics are on schedule to be completed October 2. At that point a three week period of cost estimating will begin. A date for the presentation of the design concept will be determined after October 2. There will be a bid opening for the street by the Fire Department on October 2, 7:30 a.m. Three commissioners will be needed for a quorum. Update on Properties The exact time has not been announced for the sculpture unveiling at Veterans Plaza on October 14. The sculpture manufacturer has been made aware of the limitations on truck traffic and drilling on the Plaza. For Parcel 13, October 1 is the opening date for at least three of the six units. The second phase will be about December 1. Financial Matters Ms. Mielke reported the August end of month fund balance was $3, 217,533. Parcel 5 closed last Friday which resulted in $1,436,152 in revenue. This will be reflected in the September balance. Discussion followed about how the numbers were tracking with the budget. A quarterly report of revenues and expenses for the year will be presented at the October meeting. Some revisions may be necessary at that time. Invoices for the CRC general fund in the amount of $1,127,647.28 were submitted. Mr. Sharp moved for approval of the invoices as submitted. Following a second by Mr. Worrell, the motion was unanimously approved. 1 CRC Minutes, September 19, 2006 Ms. Mielke requested approval of disbursements from the PAC construction fund in the amount of $581,338.46. Mr. Sharp moved for approval. Following a second by Mr. Hammer, the motion was unanimously approved. Report from Director of Finance Ms. Mielke reminded of the International Arts Festival in the Arts and Design District this weekend and invited everyone to stop by the office. Commission members were invited to attend the Wine and Cheese party Friday evening for the artists. Mr. Carter noted it is important to try to meet as many of the artists as possible to let them know their participation at the festival is appreciated. Ms. Mielke requested an extension of Andrea Stumpf s contract, not to exceed $25,000. This would take her through the next five -six months. Mr. Sharp moved for approval. Following a second by Ms. Anker, the motion was unanimously approved. Ms. Mielke presented ideas for the holidays in the District. Following discussion, Mr. Sharp moved for approval of disbursement of $10,000 for the holiday activities, with oversight of the CRC President. At the suggestion of Mr. Hammer, Ms. Mielke will ask if the merchants or other sponsors could help with the funding of the holiday events. Discussion followed. Mr. Carter said merchants should be encouraged to remain open on Sundays during these events. Ms. Mielke will follow through on this. Call for the question. The motion was then unanimously approved. Old Town Arts Design District Mr. Olds requested the CRC support the Hearthview project. Mr. Haas suggested a motion stating the CRC would assist with acquisition of property in [the Hearthview] redevelopment project with any definitive agreement brought back to the commission for approval. So moved by Mr. Sharp. Seconded by Mr. Hammer and unanimously approved. Old Town Renovation Grants Mr. Olds reported he had two grant requests and is currently reviewing them. Other Matters Mr. Olds distributed a possible layout for the Envac System for City Center. Pedcor has asked the CRC to participate in the project by providing piping to the PAC, Village Green and the theater, as well as piping for a future connection to the City offices. This is in the feasibility stage right now. Discussion followed. Mr. Carter asked Mr. Olds to tell all construction managers, that if graffiti shows up on any equipment or any areas of their construction, it is to be removed immediately. Adjournment Mr. Sharp moved the meeting be adjourned. Seconded by Mr. Hammer and unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. 2