HomeMy WebLinkAboutLansing Building Authority 2002 Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE LANSING BUILDING AUTHORITY
HELD ON NOVEMBER 21, 2002, 10:30 a.m.
Members Present: David Berridge, Chairperson
Robert Swanson, Treasurer
James D. Smiertka, Secretary
Others Present: Kathleen Lesperance, Recording Secretary
Dennis Sykes, Director of Planning&Development
Shane Silsby, Transportation Engineer
The meeting was called to order by Dave Berridge, at 10:38 a.m.; roll call was taken and a
quorum was present.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 11/15/01 LBA REGULAR MEETING
Jim Smiertka moved to approve the 11/15/01 LBA Regular Meeting Minutes; supported by
Bob Swanson; motion approved 3-0.
2. 2003 LBA Regular Meeting Schedule:
Discussion ensued regarding the 2003 meeting schedule of the LBA and Bob Swanson moved to
approve the following 2003 schedule:
February 20, 2003
May 15, 2003
August 21, 2003
November 20, 2003
Jim Smiertka supported the motion; approved 3-0.
3. Other Business
a. New Bond Issue- Triangle Lot Parking Project 2003
Mr. Swanson indicated that per the discussion which was held at the November 15, 2001
Lansing Building Authority meeting,there is a need for increased parking facilities in Lansing.
Therefore, the Lansing Building Authority will need to have another Bond issue for parking in
conjunction with the Triangle Project. By way of State law, cities are no longer required to issue
parking bonds through a building authority. However, since the LBA is already formed, we will
continue with this project through the LBA. Bob Swanson indicated that the bond issue will be
approximately 15 Million Dollars, however, further studies are needed to provide more accurate
financial information.
Motion was made by Bob Swanson for the LBA to retain bond counsel in this regard and
that the City Attorney be authorized to hire the firm of Miller, Canfield Paddock and
Stone; support by Dave Berridge; motion carried 3-0.
4. Public Comment: None
Motion was made by Dave Berridge to adjourn the meeting at 10:46 a.m.; motion supported
by Jim Smiertka; motion carried 3-0.
01/28/03 Approved by
the Lansing Building Authority
/Kathleen 1Vt Les ance
Recording Secretary
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE LANSING BUILDING AUTHORITY
HELD ON NOVEMBER 15,2001, 10:30 a.m.
Members Present: Michael Navabi, Chairperson(arrived at 10:37 a.m.)
Robert Swanson, Treasurer
James D. Smiertka, Secretary
Others Present: Kathleen Frantz,Recording Secretary
The meeting was called to order by James Smiertka, at 10:30 a.m.; roll call was taken and a
quorum was present. Mr. Smiertka moved to excuse Mr. Navabi's absence from the meeting;
supported by Mr. Swanson; Motion carried 2-0.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 11/16/00 LBA REGULAR MEETING
Bob Swanson moved to approve the 11/16/00 LBA Regular Meeting Minutes; supported by
James Smiertka; motion approved 2-0.
2. 2002 LBA Regular Meeting Schedule:
Discussion ensued regarding the 2002 meeting schedule of the LBA and Mr. Smiertka moved
to approve the following 2002 schedule:
February 21, 2002
May 16,2002
August 15, 2002
November 21, 2002
Bob Swanson supported the motion; approved 2-0.
(Mr. Navabi arrived at 10:37 a.m.)
3. Other Business
a. Raney Park Trust Property (SE Corner of Michigan and Cedar)
Mr. Swanson briefly discussed the Rainey Park matter with the LBA members. Mr. Smiertka
indicated that John Roberts, Deputy City Attorney, had issued an opinion on this, however, he
advised that he will check with Mr. Roberts to confirm whether or not there is any further action
required by the Lansing Building Authority.
b. Miscellaneous
Bob Swanson indicated that the LBA may need to issue another bond series for parking in 2002.
4. Public Comment: None
The meeting was adjourned at 10:54 a.m.