HomeMy WebLinkAbout8-5-2022 Lansing Economic Development CorpBoard of Directors Meeting
Friday, August 5, 2022 – 8:30 AM
LEDC Office
230 N. Washington Sq., Lansing, MI 48933
MINUTES
Members Present: Shelley Davis-Boyd, Calvin Jones, Brian McGrain,
Catherine Rathbun, Jordan Sutton
Members Absent: Andrea Binoniemi, Blake Johnson, Dr. Alane Laws-Barker,
Michael McKissic
Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Aurelius Christian (Virtual),
Brandy Nelson
Guests: Beth Chapman (CSH), Joe Borgstrom (Place + Main)
Call to Order/Roll Call
Vice Chair Davis-Boyd called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to
order at 8:35 AM. Klein took rollcall attendance.
Approval of LEDC Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, July 8, 2022 (ACTION)
MOTION: Jones moved to approve the LEDC meeting minutes from the Friday, July 08, 2022
Board of Directors meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Rathbun.
YEAS: Unanimous, motion carried.
The Lansing Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to create quality jobs, diversify the local economy and
improve overall quality of life by attracting, expanding and retaining business and industry in the City of Lansing.
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Update on Financials
Chapman from CSH provided an update on financials of EDC June financial statements of
general business funds. Prepaid rent and health insurance now included on financials.
Equipment purchases will be reclassed into assets.
Transition Update
Dorshimer provided an update on transition to the new EDC location.
LEDC is leasing four suites with access to common areas and two board rooms.
Dorshimer welcomed new staff member, Brandy Nelson, Office and Finance Manager. He
also announced that new staff member, Simon Vehrgese will begin on August 8 th.
Approval of Cafeteria Plan – Employee Medical Benefits (ACTION)
MOTION: Jones moved to approve the Cafeteria Plan, as presented.
Motion seconded by Rathbun.
YEAS: Unanimous, motion carried.
Approval of FY 2023 City of Lansing Façade Program Contract (ACTION)
Klein explained the continuation of the successful program and that dollars are now
available from the City of Lansing.
MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the Façade Program Contract as presented. Motion
seconded by Rathbun.
YEAS: Unanimous, motion carried.
LEED Program Update
Christian provided an update on the LEED program. The ARPA budget was passed on July
25 by the City Council. Programs will be managed by the LEDC team. An advisory
committee of four is needed. Jones expressed interest and encouraged board members to
participate, as it is a great opportunity for Board engagement. Davis-Boyd, and Rathbun
also volunteered to be advisory members.
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Site Committee Update - Logan Square Redevelopment
Christian provided an update. Proposal received and presented by Place + Main, Joe
Borgstrom. Project would begin in October and would be eight months long. Total project
cost would be $102,130.
Owners of Logan Square will be asked to invest $21,000. MEDC will contribute $20,000.
$10,000 from the CIA (ARPA Funds). The remaining funds would come from LBRA.
Discussion took place. Davis-Boyd inquired about existing businesses. It was explained that
they would not be displaced. Klein recommended a resolution for action at the September
board meeting.
Open Forum for LEDC Board Members
Jones would like there to be future discussion regarding the electrification of Lansing, i.e.
charging stations for electric vehicles.
Dorshimer noted that some discussion has occurred with current projects. Klein mentioned
there has been encouragement provided to those involved in infrastructure to consider the
future implementation of charging stations.
Other Business
None.
Public Comment
None.
Adjournment
Chair David-Boyd called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to
adjournment at 9:37 AM.
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Karl Dorshimer, President and CEO
Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)