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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBrownfield Authority 2021 Minutes Board of Directors Meeting Friday, December 3, 2021 - 8:30 AM LEAP Office 1000 S. Washington Ave. Ste. 201 Lansing, MI 48910 Mask Requirement: Face coverings are required by all Board Members, staff, and members of the public at this meeting. MINUTES Members Present: Calvin Jones, Michael McKissic, Andrea Binoniemi, Shelley Davis- Boyd, Tom Donaldson, Blake Johnson Members Absent: Kim Coleman(excused), Brian McGrain (excused), Dr. Alane Laws- Barker(excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Kambriana Gates, Torrell Christian, Tony Willis Guests: Jake Brower (City of Lansing) , Brian Lefler, Eric Helzer, Christopher Stralkowski, Dave Bueche Call to Order / Roll Call - 8:32AM Chair Jones called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32 AM and Klein took rollcall for public records. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes - Friday, November 5, 2021 MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, November 5, 2021, LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion Carried. Update on Financials Brower gave a brief update on the LBRA balance sheets. Revenues and expenditure were also walked through on this. Red Cedar Development Plan #72 Bond Resolution Series 2021 (ACTION) Dorshimer explained the background of the Red Cedar development for the EDC board and gave an overview of a resolution being presented to the board that authorizes the third and final series of bonds worth 1 1 million dollars. Dorshimer explained how the funds raised by the sale of the bonds were used to reimburse the Developer for approved Brownfield Eligible Activities. He also stated that the bonds were to be paid back over time with new taxes generated by the Red Cedar development that would be capture by the LBRA. Board member Davis-Boyd asked if the supplemental process was done, and it was answered by Dorshimer and guest that it is complete. MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve resolution approving bond issuance as presented and seconded by Davis-Boyd, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion Carried Introduction of Plan #80 Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development (PRESENTATION) Klein shared the project of Plan #80 which is currently owned by the Land Bank with the vision to build two new two-story buildings on the property. The community has been involved throughout the project. The developer is requesting exemptions to the previous policy that was created in 2019. Helzer and Stralkowski attended to present the project. Helzer began to share the background of the project and the current state it is in as well as what the project is doing moving forward. Photo renderings were showed during the meeting as Helzer explained the project and the need for the exemption with the board as most of their cost is in removal of asbestos. Stralkowski has continued to work on this project for a couple of years and shared that the area is blighted and the importance of investing in this part of south Lansing. They reached out to the Land Bank prior to the pandemic to purchase the property. From the start of the project the developers have continued to look at the needs of the neighborhood to implement recourses to meet those needs in this project. The residential space has been refocused to veterans and health care. There will also be creative opportunities identified for the community from a survey by the Lansing Public School District to see determine needs. Dr. Nubani from MSU is assisting on design for this project. They are collaborating with Joan Nelson (Allen Neighborhood Center) as this area is a "food desert" and figuring out ways in which they can improve in this space. This is a community-based project and is not driven by profit as explained by Eric and added that the health care piece will continue to be worked on. They will focus right now on the housing portion for the multifamily piece. Eric lastly gave a breakdown of the ultimate cost and the need for upfront cash to demo the building due to the asbestos; they will come back in January to request an Adjustable Accelerated Reimbursement Loan that could be partly or wholly forgivable. a. Exemption 1 : 10% pass through reduced from 10% to 5%. b. Exemption 2: There is currently a higher then normal proportion of local taxes proposed to be captured as showed by the documents in the packet c. Exemption 3: If any of the items are denied it will be shifted from state to local. Board member McKissic shared he grew up on the south side as well as Dorshimer. Dorshimer shared this is located in a "high need" area. Today is just a conversation with permission to proceed with the continuing with working prior with the January meeting. Board member Davis-Boyd suggested working with a credit union which Helzer explained they are. Binoniemi will provide contact information to assist them with proforma adjustments and also shared to connect with LCC on this project. Chair Jones asked the importance for having a credit union as opposed to a bank which Stralkowski explained. Board member Davis-Boyd shared that they should connect with MSFCU which member Donaldson agreed as this is a local based credit union. Donaldson asked if there can be a tribute to Malcolm X; Stralkowski added that they planned to incorporate that into the project. Board members also suggested the Historic should be consulted with. Chair Jones shared the importance for provided resources for veterans and involving people from the community as well as paying tribute to Malcolm X. Board member Johnson shared that this is a risky financial project for the City. Christopher shared the focus is on the need and the blighted area. Site Committee Focus on Logan Square and S. MLK CIA Dorshimer gave a brief update on recent discussions regarding Logan Square by the LEDC site committee. The Logan Square property manager was present, Dave Bueche and the board recognized that there needs to be a connection with the owners. Bueche shared some history of the building and the current owner as well as the vacancies that have occurred here. Board member Binoniemi asked Dorshimer what would make this attractive which he in turn shared that one suggestion could be a proactive Brownfield Plan. Christian shared where we are currently with the S.MLK CIA as Chair Jones added the importance of having those continued conversations. Binoniemi asked if the development area was already established and could other resources currently accepted, Klein added that it is possible to have things such as liquor licenses. Dorshimer added that the next steps are to continue to get the CIA running and have continued conversations on what could be possible here. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None. Other Business None. Public Comment None Adjournment Chair Jones called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting adjourned at 9:39AM . a Board of Directors Meeting Friday, November 5, 2021 - 8:30 AM LEAP Office 1000 S. Washington Ave. Ste. 201 Lansing, MI 48910 AGENDA Members Present: Calvin Jones, Brian McGrain, Michael McKissic, Andrea Binoniemi, Shelley Davis-Boyd, Tom Donalson, Blake Johnson Members Absent: Tom Muth (excused), Kim Coleman (excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Kambriana Gates, Torrell Christian, Tony Willis, Jennifer Abood Guests: Najeema [man, Kimberly Lavon, Jesse Karaski, Katie Jansen, John Ford Call to Order / Rollcall Chair Jones called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32 A.M. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes - Friday, October 8, 2021 MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, October 8, 2021, LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion Carried. Assignment of Reimbursement for Plan #73 3600 Dunckel/Volaris (ACTION) Klein provided background information on the Dunckel/Volaris project which was completed this year. The Developer is requesting the approval to assign their rights to a purchaser, Triliogy Real estate. Klein introduced guests Ford from Waypoint Residential, and assignee from Trilogy Real estate group, Karaski and Jansen. Ford shared the success of the TIF funds and described the full capacity they have had during this time. Karaski from Trilogy is a company based out of Chicago and focuses on multifamily housing units. They shared that when they own property, they intend to own for many years rather than selling. Board member Davis-Boyd asked for clarity on the name difference between the entity name and "parent" name. Dorshimer provided clarity on the reimbursement agreement and development agreement stating all of the rights and obligations are being signed over to the new purchaser. Eligible activities of the agreement have already been approved and completed. The income taxes are assigned to the purchaser as well and will continue on. MOTION: Donaldson moved to approve the transfer of ownership of Dunckel/Volaris project from Waypoint Residential to Trilogy Real estate. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members Donaldson toured the Dunckel/Valoris property and expressed how well they have followed through on the project Other Business None. Public Comment None. Adjournment Chair Jones called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to adjourn at 8:44 A.M. Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, October 8, 2021 — 8:30 AM LEAP Office 1000 S. Washington Ave. Ste. 201 Lansing, MI 48910 Members Present: Calvin Jones, Brian McGrain, Michael McKissic (8:36am), Andrea Binoniemi, Shelley Davis-Boyd, Kim Coleman Members Absent: Tom Muth (excused), Tom Donaldson (excused), Blake Johnson (excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Kambriana Gates, Torrell Christian Guests: Pete Kramer (Kramer Management Group) Call to Order/ Roll Call Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:35AM. Rollcall was called by Klein and recorded for public record. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, September 10, 2021 MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, September 10, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Contract with Kramer Management Group (ACTION) Dorshimer provided an overview of the previous request for proposals for a new City Hall and the reasons why those attempts were not successful. He stated that a new working group has recently been created by the Mayor to learn from the past and issue a new request for proposals to provide the City with a new City Hall location and redevelop the existing City Hall. To ensure the success of the RFP, the Mayor and working group would like to contract for the services of Kramer Management Group (KMG). Pete Kramer of KMG provided a background of how he can help the LBRA and the city. Davis-Boyd asked where the $40,000 to pay for KMG's services is coming from, Dorshimer stated that it would be drawn from the revolving fund of the LBRA. Dorshimer stated this is only phase 1 in the RFP process, where phases 2 and 3 would be a separate requests is necessary. Member Binoniemi shared that DLi is working on to help activate the street and the downtown area. It was shared that Cathleen is part of the RFP working committee. MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the contract with Kramer Management Group, as presented. Motion seconded by Coleman. 1 Calvin Jones shared that Pete has done great work with the city and we couldn't of asked for a better representative. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None was provided. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 8:57 a.m. !/ 1 6- ' - Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, September 10, 2021 — 8:30 AM LEAP Office 1000 S. Washington Ave. Ste. 201 Lansing, MI 48910 Members Present: Calvin Jones, Tom Muth, Brian McGrain, Michael McKissic, Blake Johnson (8:48 AM), Andrea Binoniemi Members Absent: Shelley Davis-Boyd (excused), Tom Donaldson (excused), Kim Coleman Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Kambriana Gates, Zachary Crawford Guests: Jake Brower (City of Lansing), Jon Hartzell (DRD), Kirstie Ducourouble (Hardy) (DRD) Call to Order Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 9:44AM. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, August 6, 2021 MOTION: Muth moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, August 6, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by McGrain. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Update on Financials Jake Brower provided an update on the LBRA financials. Market Place #52 Reimbursement of Pedway Improvements (ACTION) Dorshimer provided an overview and the history of Plan #52. Dorshimer expressed that the Tax Increment Revenue available would be able to reimburse the City of Lansing for the improvements for the pedway. The focus of the improvements would be the mechanicals and making it safe for pedestrians. MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the Market Place plan #52 reimbursement for the Pedway Improvements, as presented. Motion seconded by Johnson. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 1 Market Place #52 Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club Brownfield Loan (ACTION) Klein provided an overview of the Lansing Shuffleboard and Social Club project. The Developers have been previously approved for $400,000 to support eligible improvements. The Developer has requested an additional $225,000 to support additional eligible improvements that are needed as part of the project. Kirstie Ducourouble with the Detroit Rising Development expressed due to a substantial increase to construction costs the plan was changed to make the project feasible. These changes include the elimination of the mezzanine upgrade and instead adding in a 4-season enclosed patio where the shuffleboards will be installed. She explained even though the project scope was revised to accommodate the same original components, there is still a substantial increase in costs hence the request to the LBRA for additional funding. Chair Jones requested to receive updated floorplans that reflect the changes. Member McGrain expressed the increased costs to projects have been seen all around Lansing with other projects, but he remains excited about this project. MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the Market Place plan #52 Brownfield loan to the Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club, as presented. Motion seconded by McKissic. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None was provided. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 10:01 a.m. Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, August 6, 2021 — 8:30 AM LEAP Office 1000 S. Washington Ave. Ste. 201 Lansing, MI 48910 Members Present: Calvin Jones, Tom Muth, Brian McGrain, Michael McKissic (8:41 pm), Shelley Davis-Boyd, Tom Donaldson Members Absent: Kim Coleman, Blake Johnson (excused), Andrea Binoniemi (excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Zach Crawford Guests: Christian Guinchard, Robert McCormack, Michael Winston, Eric Helzer, John Peckham Call to Order Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32AM. Rollcall was called by Klein and recorded for public record. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes —Friday, July 9, 2021 MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, July 9, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Muth. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 500 Block Plan #77 Budget Line-Item Adjustment Administrative Amendment (ACTION) Dorshimer provided a brief overview of the 500 Block Plan #77, he explained due to changes in the project there needs to be line-item adjustments made to the brownfield plan to reflect this. Chair Jones asked if this will also be approved by Council, Dorshimer stated that since the adjustments don't cause the previously approved eligible activity totals to be exceeded it does not constitute an amendment and thus does not need to be approved by Council. Eric Helzer presented the proposed like item adjustments to the LBRA board. Member Donaldson asked about the kind of contamination, which Eric expressed that there used to be a gas station and a car repair shop within the property. Chair Jones asked regarding the expected number of years it would take to reimburse both sets of eligible activities. Mr. Helzer explained that if both projects are completed on time, the total number of years of reimbursement projects will be fewer. Member Donaldson asked about concerns that were mentioned when the plan was brought to the board the first time. Dorshimer explained both the City and LBRA want both buildings (projects)to be completed. He said they had 1 worked with the LBRA attorney and the City Attorney to craft the amended reimbursement and development agreements to ensure that this happens. MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the Budget Line-Item Adjustment for the 500 Block Plan #77. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 500 Block Plan #77 Amended & Restated Reimbursement Agreements Amended/Restated Reimbursement Agreement- 501 S. Capitol LLC (ACTION) Dorshimer provided a summary of the agreement. Klein highlighted that the LBRA attorney has reviewed both agreements and as part of the agreement it states that MEDC and the MSF board must approve a 381 Work Plan prior to the developer being reimbursed for any eligible activities. MOTION: Davis-Boyd moved to approve the Amended/Restated Reimbursement Agreement- 501 S. Capitol LLC, as presented. Motion seconded by Muth. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Amended/Restated Reimbursement Agreement- 503 S. Capitol LLC (ACTION) Dorshimer provided a summary of the agreement. Klein highlighted that the LBRA attorney has reviewed both agreements and as part of the agreement it states that MEDC and the MSF board must approve a 381 Work Plan prior to the developer being reimbursed for any eligible activities. MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the Amended/Restated Reimbursement Agreement- 503 S. Capitol LLC, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Assignment of Reimbursement for Plan #74 930 W. Holmes (ACTION) Klein provided an overview of the 930 W. Holmes project, which had a brownfield plan approved in 2018 and is a climate control self-storage building. The developers were able to remove 2 acres of asphalt and expand on landscaping surrounding their building. It was noted that all Development Agreement obligations will stay with the developer. Klein introduced Christian Guinchard and Robert McCormack. Robert and Christian thanked the board for being together and the opportunity to complete this project. Christian noted that the property will remain a self- storage and there currently is no project identified for the out lots. Chair Jones asked about the landscaping, which Klein noted has been completed. Member Davis-Boyd and McKissic asked about the change of use, which Klein explained that they have completed the project and the use could change without approval from the board, but any new assignment of revenues would have to come back to the board. Member Donaldson asked for clarification on why we must do this, which Klein expressed LBRA Board approval is required per the Reimbursement Agreement. MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the assignment of reimbursement for Plan #74 930 W. Holmes, as presented. Motion seconded by Donaldson. 2 YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members Member Davis-Boyd made note that the training for the board is very helpful, and she would like to see it continued. Chair Jones thanked the members and LEAP for the work on the Volaris/ Waypoint Development ribbon cutting that took place a couple weeks ago. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 9:34 a.m. Gr .>�A , - Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 3 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, July 9, 2021 — 8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82140541382 Webinar ID: 821 40541382; Dial In (301) 715-8592 Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI), Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI), Michael McKissic (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi—8:58 am (East Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Shelley Davis-Boyd (excused), Tom Donaldson (excused), Kim Coleman Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Zach Crawford Guests: Bob Ford (LAP), Nick Wallace (LAP) Call to Order Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 9:02AM Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes—Friday, June 4, 2021 MOTION: Muth moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, June 4, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Binoniemi. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones -yea Andrea Binoniemi -yea Tom Muth - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain -yea Michael McKissic-yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Presentation on Collins Road Corridor Streetscape Initial Plan Dorshimer provided an introduction of the Collins Road Project. The Volaris Project brownfield plan has $500,000 in it for public improvements. Previously, the LBRA approved an agreement with Landscape Architects and Planners (LAP)to create plan for streetscape improvements near the intersection of Dunckel and Collins Road. Bob Ford and Nick Wallace provided a presentation 1 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, June 4, 2021 8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/86284117798 Webinar ID: 862 8411 7798; Dial In (301) 715-8592 Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Holt, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI) — left at 10:01 am, Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI), Shelley Davis-Boyd (East Lansing, MI), Kim Coleman (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Tom Donaldson (excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcllvaine, Jennifer Abood Morris Guests: - Call to Order/ Rollcall/ Meeting Process Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 9:56 a.m. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, May 7, 2021 MOTION: Johnson moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, May 7, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by David-Boyd. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain - yea Davis-Boyd —yea Tom Muth - yea Kim Coleman - yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Approval of FY2020/2021 LBRA Budget Amendment (Action) Klein provided a walkthrough of the LBRA Budget Amendments, that were highlighted in orange. He pointed out notes where actual tax revenue was higher than what was projected. MOTION: Coleman moved to approve the FY2020/2021 LBRA Budget Amendment, as presented. Motion seconded by Davis-Boyd. 1 Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain - yea Davis-Boyd —yea Tom Muth - yea Kim Coleman - yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Approval of FY2021/2022 LBRA Budget (Action) Klein provided a walkthrough of the proposed LBRA Budget that was highlighted in blue. Klein noted that there are some brownfield plan that are starting and several that were coming to a close. MOTION: Coleman moved to approve the FY2021/2022 LBRA Budget, as presented. Motion seconded by McGrain. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones -yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Brian McGrain - yea Davis-Boyd —yea Tom Muth - yea Kim Coleman - yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members Chair Jones asked for a financial training for the board. Dorshimer shared that staff is working on this and would like to align it with a quarterly report. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 10:04 a.m. Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, May 7, 2021 — 8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84053285405 Webinar ID: 840 5328 5405; Dial In (301) 715-8592 *See attached Public Participation Notes. Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Beulah, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI), Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI), Tom Donaldson (Lansing, MI), Shelley Davis-Boyd (East Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Kimberly Coleman, Tom Muth Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcllvaine, Jennifer Abood Morris Guests: Jake Brower— city of Lansing Call to Order/ Rollcall / Meeting Process Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 9:51 a.m. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, April 9, 2021 MOTION: Johnson moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, April 9, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Binoniemi. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain - yea Tom Donaldson —yea Davis-Boyd —yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Finance Update Jake Brower from the city of Lansing provided an update on the LBRA financials. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None was provided. Other Business None was provided. i Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 9:55 a.m. 11/�� Ox Karl Do himer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, April 9, 2021 —8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https:Hus02web.zoom.us/j/82946490988 Webinar ID: 829 4649 0988; Dial In (929) 205-6099 Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Holt, MI), Kimberly Coleman (Lansing, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI), Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI), Tom Donaldson (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Shelley Davis-Boyd (excused) Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcllvaine Guests: Pat Gillespie, Elizabeth Masserang, Tricia Walthorn Call to Order/ Rollcall / Meeting Process Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:34 am. Chair Jones stated the reasons the meeting was taking place virtually, and that all board members and the public are participating virtually. Klein took roll call and noted that members need to declare the city and state they are participating from. Klein went through the meeting process which included the participation rules for board members and the public. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes —Friday, March 5, 2021 MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, March 5, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Coleman. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Kimberly Coleman - yea Tom Muth -yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain -yea Tom Donaldson -yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment 2 - Capital City Market & 637 E. Michigan Ave. (Action) Dorshimer introduced the Gillespie Group and an overview of the plan amendment that is being requested today. Pat Gillespie presented on 637 E. Michigan Avenue project, where he shared a coffee company will be most likely on one side that is 2,450 SF and other interested tenants in the remaining 3,520 SF. Pat expressed their plan to add pocket parks within the parking lot to help 1 support more walkability which will also help slow traffic down on this block. The developers are envisioning a 30-person patio for the coffee shop, and another one for 25 people for the other tenant. This will support the continued activation for Michigan Avenue. Elizabeth Masserang discussed the Brownfield TIF Request that will be part of the amendment to the 600 E Michigan's Brownfield Plan. The reimbursement period is estimated to be 21 years, which is less than the 30 years originally approved for 30 years. Chair Jones asked if the amended in property was contiguous to the original Brownfield plan and thus eligible. Dorshimer stated that yes it was. Tom Donaldson asked about the developer investment, which was not shown on the sources. Tricia Walthorn clarified the gap shown in financing even with the brownfield plan was to be filled by the developer. The current interest rate was discussed for this project, which is at 5% from the original plan. MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment#2, for Capital City Market & 637 E. Michigan Avenue, as presented. Motion seconded by Johnson. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi - yea Kimberly Coleman -yea Tom Muth - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain - yea Tom Donaldson—yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Lansing Site Prep and Development Presentation (Discussion) Dorshimer provided an overview of the presentation due to Chair Jones requesting the need for creating a subcommittee to examine and prepare for development certain large size sites located in Lansing. Mcllvaine gave a presentation on previous efforts to get a 50 acre site in south Lansing assessed and prepared for development. Mcllvaine also updated board members on the Build Lansing initiative which produced RFPs to market 5 key City owned properties in Lansing. Chair Jones reiterated the need to create a subcommittee to discuss this further with the possibility of more sites to look at in more details. Interested members include Tom Muth, Calvin Jones, Andrea Binoniemi, and Tom Donaldson. Dorshimer will set up a meeting with this subcommittee. Binoniemi thanked Rachel Mcllvaine for the thorough presentation. Finance and Budget Update The LBRA budget has been submitted and several projects will begin capture. This will be discussed further at the May or June board meeting. Use of Brownfield Revolving Fund for Pre-Development Assessment (Action) Dorshimer discussed the EPA Funds that are eligible to the tri-county region for environmental 2 condition assessments for sites. There has been several awarded in the city of Lansing. Due to these funds becoming limited, it is being proposed to use the Brownfield Revolving Funds to support some Pre-Development Assessments on properties and support some match to the developers for this effort. This is important to consider because these sites often turn into brownfield redevelopment projects. Klein shared that because there is a change in the statute it would allow for these to be considered prior to the plan, when previously they were always part of the plan only. MOTION: Donaldson moved to the use of the Brownfield Revolving Funds for Pre- Development Assessment. Motion seconded by Binoniemi. Chair Jones asked about the cap amount for a project. Klein stated most would be from $15,000 to $20,000 for the initial proposal. Chair Jones recommended a $30,000 cap as a friendly amendment to the cap. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Calvin Jones - yea Andrea Binoniemi -yea Kimberly Coleman -yea Tom Muth - yea Blake Johnson - yea Brian McGrain - yea Tom Donaldson—yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members Chair Jones wanted to thank LEAP for the annual report that has been shared to the city council and the board. Other Business Donaldson asked about the strategy for the city regarding the pandemic and if there are priorities for what type of projects should be supported. Donaldson asked if there is an economic development plan for the city that specified priorities. McGrain pointed out the Mayor has some documents that laid out the plans and goals for the city regarding economic development and neighborhoods. Donaldson noted it is important to have these conversations so as the board considers projects that are aligned with the future plans of the city. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 9:57 a.m. Karl Dorshimer, D—irector of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 3 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, March 5, 2021 —8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/89103323416 Webinar ID: 891 0332 3416; Dial In (929) 205-6099 *See attached Public Participation Notes. Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Frederick Schaible (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Holt, MI), Kimberly Coleman (Lansing, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI), Shelley Davis-Boyd (East Lansing, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI), Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Tom Donaldson Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcllvaine Guests: Pat Gillespie Call to Order Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 9:35 am. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes —Friday, February 5, 2021 MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, February 5, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Coleman. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Chair Jones —yea Coleman —yea McGrain —yea Muth —yea Secretary Davis Boyd —yea Schaible—yea Vice Chair Binoniemi —yea Treasurer Johnson —yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Approval of Reimbursement Agreement for Lansing Shuffleboard and Social Club under Brownfield Plan #52—Market Place Project (Action) Klein provided an overview of the agreement to reimburse Lansing Shuffleboard and Social Club up to $400,000 for eligible public infrastructure activities performed at the former Lansing City Market Building under the MarketPlace Project Brownfield Plan #52. Klein discussed the background for the request and previous approvals, the terms of the proposed Reimbursement Agreement, and the process for utilizing available tax increment revenues to support eligible activities at the property. 1 MOTION: Binoniemi moved to approve the Reimbursement Agreement for the Lansing Shuffleboard and Social Club under the Brownfield Plan #52, as presented. Motion seconded by Johnson. Andrea asked about the city process and if there are any concerns, Klein stated it will only need LBRA approval and not City Council approval. The Lease Agreement, which contemplated Brownfield Authority support, has been through the public process already and approved by Council. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Chair Jones—yea Coleman —yea McGrain —yea Muth—yea Secretary Davis Boyd—yea Schaible—yea Vice chair Binoniemi —yea Treasurer Johnson —yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Update on Brownfield Plan #75 - Capital City Market & Other Projects by Gillespie Group Pat Gillespie provided an update on Gillespie Group projects. He noted that all 40 apartments have been leased and the hotel opened a couple weeks ago. It was mentioned that there was less contamination found on the property so the payback period for this project will be greatly shorted. Member Binoniemi asked regarding the Clara's Project about the use of the outdoor environment and the indoor space. Pat expressed that they will complete everything regarding the construction and outdoor improvement with or without the other tenant. Member McGrain state the project was really great work and excited about the apartments. Chair Jones thanked Pat as well and all the hard work for Lansing. Coleman also provided a thank you to Pat for his commitment to the city. Members expressed how much they all enjoyed the new Meijer projects. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None was provided. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 9:59 a.m. Karl Do sr himer`, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Friday, February 5, 2021 — 8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87452198226 Webinar ID: 874 5219 8226; Dial In (301) 715-8592 *See attached Public Participation Notes. Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Frederick Schaible (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Holt, MI), Kimberly Coleman (Lansing, MI), Tom Donaldson (Lansing, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI), Shelley Davis- Boyd (East Lansing, MI), Blake Johnson (Grand Ledge, MI) Members Absent: Brian McGrain (excused) Temp Members Present: None Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcilvaine Guests: Jeff Scharnowske (city of Lansing), Steve Kirinovic (Maner Costerisan) Call to Order/ Rollcall/ Meeting Process Chair Jones welcomed all and called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32am. Chair Jones stated the reasons the meeting was taking place virtually and the procedures for roll call. Klein took roll call and went through the meeting process which included the participation rules for board members and the public. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, January 15, 2021 MOTION: Schaible moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, January 15, 2021 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Coleman. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Chair Jones —yea Donaldson —yea Coleman —yea Muth —yea Davis Boyd —yea Schaible—yea Binoniemi —yea Johnson —yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. LBRA Audited Financial Statements —YE June 30, 2020 (Action) Dorshimer introduced Steve Kirinovic, who presented on the LBRA Financials for the year end of 1 June 30, 2020. Kirinovic stated the main objective of the audit is to understand the accountant's opinion. He stated that the LBRA received a clean unmodified opinion which is the best results possible from the audit. Kirinovic walked through entire report and hit the highlights of the report, including the fund sheets, balance sheets, expenditures, and the Red Cedar Project. MOTION: Schaible moved to accept the LBRA Audited Financial Statements for year end June 30, 2020 as presented. Motion seconded by Binoniemi. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Chair Jones —yea Donaldson —yea Coleman —yea Muth —yea Davis Boyd —yea Schaible—yea Binoniemi —yea Johnson —yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Open Forum for LBRA Board Members Chair Jones asked for a moment of reflection for Olivia Letts, who was a strong advocate for people of color and women in the Lansing community. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 9:03am Karl Dbrshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2 Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors Meeting Friday, January 15, 2021 — 8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Access the meeting via: https://us02web.zoom-us/j/84776790634 Webinar ID: 847 7679 0634; Dial In (301) 715-8592 *See attached Public Participation Notes. Members Present: Calvin Jones (Lansing, MI), Brian McGrain (Lansing, MI), Frederick Schaible (Lansing, MI), Andrea Binoniemi (Holt, MI), Kimberly Coleman (Lansing, MI), Tom Donaldson (Lansing, MI), Tom Muth (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Blake Johnson (excused), Shelley Davis-Boyd (excused) Temp Members Present: None Staff Present: Karl Dorshimer, Kris Klein, Hannah Bryant, Rachel Mcllvaine Guests: None Call to Order Chair Jones called the LBRA Board of Directors meeting toorder at 10:04 am. Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes — Friday, December 18, 2020 MOTION: McGrain moved to approve the LBRA meeting minutes from the Friday, December 18, 2020 LBRA Board of Director's meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Coleman. Klein took a roll call vote, record as: Chair Jones —yea Donaldson —yea Coleman —yea McGrain —yea Muth - yea Schaible—yea Binoniemi - yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 1 Open Forum for LBRA Board Members None was provided. Other Business None was provided. Public Comment None was provided. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Jones declared the LBRA Board of Director's meeting adjourned at 10:06 a.m. Karl Dorshimer, Director of Economic Development Lansing Economic Area Partnership(LEAP) 2