CRC-03-31-11 CARMEL REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Council Chambers
Carmel City Hall
8 a.m.
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Amendments to the Integrated 126th Street
Corridor Economic Development Plan and Economic Development Area
IV. Action Item #1: Approval of Resolution 2011 -3 Confirmatory Resolution re:
Integrated 126 Street Corridor Economic Development Area
V. Action Item #2: Approval of Resolution 2011 -4 TIF Pledge Resolution
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
a. Action Item #3: Approval of Claims for Ritron Wireless Solutions
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
CRC Meeting March 31, 2011
CARMEL REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Meeting, Thursday,
March 31, 2011
President Bill Hammer called the meeting to order at 8:07 a.m. Commission members Jeff
Worrell, David Bowers and Brad Meyer were present, constituting a quorum. Also present
were Karl Haas, Les Olds, Matt Worthley and Megan McVicker.
Others present:
Anneliese Williams, Mike Shaver, John Hart, Mark Zukerman, JC Hart representatives (2)
and Jim Mullet
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Public Hearing
Proposed Amendments to the Integrated 126th Street Corridor Economic Development
Plan and Economic Development Area
The public hearing was opened at 8:08 a.m.
Anneliese Williams, with Barnes Thornburg, reviewed the project, proposed
amendments and approval process leading up to the public hearing. Ms. Williams stated
the resolution submitted for approval at this special meeting confirms and completes the
process.
No one was present to speak in favor or in opposition. Discussion ensued with regards to
the timeline for construction on the project.
The public hearing was closed at 8:13 a.m.
Approval of Resolution 2011 -3 Confirmatory Resolution re: Integrated 126th Street
Corridor Economic Development Area
Mr. Bowers moved to approve Resolution 2011 -3 Confirmatory Resolution re: Integrated
126 Street Corridor Economic Development Area. Seconded by Mr. Meyer and
unanimously approved.
Approval of Resolution 2011 -4 TIF Pledge Resolution
Mr. Haas stated this is a companion resolution to Resolution 2011 -3 authorizing the pledge
of increment from this specific redevelopment area to the payment of bonds, subject to the
project agreement that the Commission had previously approved.
Brief discussion ensued with regards to the project agreement and amortization schedule.
Mr. Worrell moved to approve Resolution 2011 -4, seconded by Mr. Meyer. Passed
unanimously.
Old Business
None at this time.
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New Business
Approval of Claims for Ritron Wireless Solutions
Mr. Olds stated currently there is no ability for wireless service in the lower levels and
concert hall of the Palladium. Mr. Olds stated the wireless service and communication is
important for life safety and emergency. The City Communications Department reviewed
and tested a series of radio walkie talkies that will work and provide communication
throughout the building. Mr. Olds requested the approval of the Ritron Wireless claim in
the amount of $10,517 to purchase 20 radio units and necessary equipment. Mr. Olds
stated this will be funded out of installment purchase contracts or remaining PAC funds.
Mr. Meyer questioned why the radios would fall under CRC purchases. Mr. Olds stated
this is a part of the equipment package that had been previously agreed upon and that this
will be a one time purchase, not an ongoing budget item. Mr. Haas confirmed this is
consistent with the agreement that was signed between the Carmel Redevelopment
Commission and Center for Performing Arts with respect to ongoing maintenance of the
Palladium and equipment, which would include this radio equipment.
Discussion ensued with regards to the overall equipment budget, how this item falls within
the budget and any future equipment items that may be presented for approval. Mr. Olds
stated they are below budget.
Mr. Worrell questioned how the donation for the Palladium's cafe would account for
purchase of equipment for that space. Mr. Olds stated discussions are ongoing with regards
to what portion of that donation would be used for that purpose. Mr. Olds stated they may
address and ask for approval on equipment issues at the April regular CRC meeting.
Discussion ensued with regards to the Main Stage Theater and Studio Theater budgets.
Mr. Hammer questioned if this radio system was compatible with the City's Fire and Police
Department systems. Mr. Olds confirmed and stated that was the reasoning for having the
City's Communications Department involved to ensure it integrates into their security
systems.
Mr. Bowers moved to approve claims for Ritron Wireless Solutions in the amount of
$10,517, subject to available funding. Seconded by Mr. Worrell and passed unanimously.
Adjournment
Mr. Worrell moved the meeting be adjourned and seconded by Mr. Meyer. The meeting
was adjourned at 8:30 a.m.
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