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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 MACIA Minutes .ti fr r Andy Schur,Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Annual Board of Director's Meeting Minutes Friday, January 22, 2021 8:30 a.m. THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY* Zoom Meeting Webinar ID: 876 9907 8881 *See attached Public Participation Notes. Members Present: Jonathan Lum (Lansing, MI), Joan Nelson (Lansing, MI), Yvette Collins (Lansing, MI), Laurie Baumer (Lansing, MI), Elaine Barr (Lansing, MI), Joseph Ruth (Lansing, MI), Scott Gillespie (Lansing, MI) Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: - Facilitator Present: Hannah Bryant (LEAP) Public Present: Charlie Krupka Recorded by: Yvette Collins Welcome /Call to Order/Meeting Overview Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:33 a.m. Bryant provided an overview of the meeting procedures for the board and for the public since all board members and the public are participating virtually. A brief introduction was made at the beginning of the meeting to introduce Charlie Krupka, who is doing joint work on behalf of the Community Foundation and the MACIA. Approval of the November Minutes (Action) MOTION: Collins made a motion to approve the November 13, 2020 Meeting Minutes, as presented. Motion seconded by Nelson. Bryant took a roll call vote, record as: Jonathan Lum-yea Joan Nelson - yea Yvette Collins - yea Laurie Baumer - yea Elaine Barr - yea Joseph Ruth - yea Scott Gillespie - yea Dr. Andrea McSwain -yea 1 YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 2021 MACIA Board of Directors Officer Elections (Action) Bryant provided an overview of the election process. The floor was open for nominations for all officer positions. A slate of candidates was proposed for the 2021 board positions as follows: Lum for Chair McSwain for Vice Chair Collins for Secretary Baumer for Treasurer A vote was taken by electronic ballot and by unanimous votes, the 2021 board positions were confirmed as follows: Lum as the Chair McSwain for Vice Chair Collins for Secretary Baumer for Treasurer 2021 MACIA Board Meeting Schedule (Action) The board reviewed the proposed 2021 meeting schedule that is in the board packet and as follows: Friday, January 22, 2021 Friday, February 26, 2021 Friday, April 16, 2021 Friday, June 11, 2021 Friday, September 17, 2021 Friday, December 10, 2021 MOTION: Barr made a motion to approve the 2021 MACIA Board Meeting Schedule. Motion seconded by Baumer. Bryant took a roll call vote, record as: Jonathan Lum -yea Joan Nelson - yea Yvette Collins - yea Laurie Baumer - yea Elaine Barr - yea Joseph Ruth - yea Scott Gillespie - yea Dr. Andrea McSwain -yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Neighborhood Grant Update Bryant provided an update regarding the Lansing Neighborhood Grant and need the board's recommendations. Bryant has been in conversations with CATA to ask if they would support a co-grant for a bus stop improvement. CATA was able to provide the 2 data on the west bound bus stops. Bryant noted that CATA would be able to provide in kind support for the project if awarded. Discussion ensued regarding the bus stops along Michigan Avenue that need the most improvements and are used most frequently. The Marshall Street, Clemens Avenue, and Foster Avenue bus stops were discussed as the priority stops due to the location of them and the need of additional improvements such as lighting. Bryant will communicate the information with CATA to help pick the best bus stop and submit the application with support from CATA on behalf of the CIA. Other Business There was some discussion about the status of businesses along the avenue. Dr. McSwain shared that her business is busy. Barr shared that Strange Matter is chugging along. Gillespie reported that the vandalism seems to have tapered off. Nelson inquired if Charlie Krupka could provide an assessment of how restaurants along the corridor are doing. Baumer shared that the information exists based on the work of the Downtown Association and that Charlie can get the information from that group to share. Public Comment None were provided. Adjournment Lum moved that the meeting be adjourned. Meeting adjourned at 9:32 a.m. / Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 3 r 1 I � I 5 it f t Andy Schor. Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Informational Meeting #1 of 2021 Minutes Board of Director's Meeting Friday, February 26, 2021 8:30 a.m. Zoom Meeting Members Present: Jonathan Lum (Lansing, MI), Joan Nelson (Lansing, MI), Yvette Collins (Lansing, MI), Laurie Baumer(Lansing, MI), Elaine Barr(Lansing, MI), Joseph Ruth(Lansing, MI), Scott Gillespie (Lansing, MI) Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: - Facilitator Present: Hannah Bryant (LEAP) Public Present: Beth Bowen Recorded by: Yvette Collins Call to Order / Roll call / Overview Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:35 a.m. Bryant took attendance and walked through the meeting process for the public and board members due to the meeting being held virtually. Approval of the January Minutes (Action) MOTION: Nelson moved to approve the January MACIA Meeting Minutes. Motion seconded by Collins. Bryant took a roll call vote. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 2021 MACIA Corridor Plans Chair Lum stated the need to refine our goals from the development and TIF plan into a refined set of objectives for the year. This will help direct Charlie properly. Discussion took place about creating a subcommittee by taking the Development and Finance Plan as the base. The subcommittee would report back at the next meeting to report their proposed plan. The subcommittee will meet offline and look into the goals that 1 can be achieved within the year. Members Collins, McSwain, Barr and Baumer volunteered to make up the subcommittee. MOTION: Ruth made a motion to create a subcommittee. Motion seconded by Baumer. Bryant took a roll call vote. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Bryant will send dates out to schedule a subcommittee meeting. It was noted by Bryant that she is working with the city to update the website to make sure people are aware of the Authority and it is an accessible page. Lansing CARES Program Overview Bryant provided a quick overview of the Lansing CARES program, suggested a review of the informational flyer in the Board's packet. If the board knows of businesses struggling along the corridor to make sure to share the program with them. Chair Lum thanked Baumer regarding providing the information on the businesses and their status due to the Pandemic. Ethics Training Video for City of Lansing Boards The board watched the Ethics training video during the meeting, which is now required for any individuals who are board members of any city board. It was noted during the video, the Deputy City Attorney is Heather Sumner and can be reached at (517) 483 4320 with any questions. All board members in attendance have viewed and discussed the Ethics video. Other Business Beth Bowen, Delta Township Trustee,joined the meeting to learn more about the role of Corridor Improvement authorities as she is working on one for Saginaw Street in Delta Township. Nelson shared that at Allen Neighborhood Center, the Accelerator Kitchen is open this week. Four graduates of the incubator program: Tantay, Mr.Leslie's Cheesecakes, Smoothie Queen, are in the space with Slow's BBQ joining soon during lunch hours. Ruth updated the board on Sparrow and vaccines. Public Comment No public comment. 2 Adjournment at 9:15 a.m. r�- Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 3 �. fv 4 Andy Schor,Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Director's Meeting Minutes Friday, April 16, 2021 8:30 a.m. THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY VIA ZOOM WEBINAR *approved as amended* Members Present: Jonathan Lum (Lansing, MI), Joan Nelson (Lansing, MI), Yvette Collins (Lansing, MI), Laurie Baumer (Lansing, MI), Elaine Barr (Lansing, MI), Scott Gillespie (Lansing, MI) Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Joseph Ruth (excused) Facilitator Present: Hannah Bryant (LEAP) Public Present: John Shaski (Sparrow), Charlie Krupka (Community Foundation) Recorded by: Hannah Bryant Call to Order / Roll call / Overview Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. Bryant took attendance and walked through the meeting process for the public and board members due to the meeting being held virtually. Approval of the February Minutes (Action) MOTION: Nelson moved to approve the February MACIA Meeting Minutes. Motion seconded by Collins. Bryant took a roll call vote. Chair Lum - yea Member Nelson - yea Secretary Collins - yea Treasurer Baumer - yea Vice Chair McSwain - yea Member Barr - yea Member Gillespie -yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 1 Sub-Committee Report for 2021/2022 Plans Member Baumer and Member Collins walked through the sub committee's recommendation for the next year plans. Discussion ensued about the listed projects and how the 2000 Block, 1700 Block, and 1800 block seems like a good starting point for the board. MOTION: Gillespie made a motion to approve the 2021/2022 plans that was created by the Sub-committee. Motion seconded by Barr. Bryant took a roll call vote. Chair Lum - yea , Member Nelson - yea Secretary Collins - yea Treasurer Baumer - yea Vice Chair McSwain - yea Member Barr - yea Member Gillespie—yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. City of Lansing Avenue Project Proposal Bryant shared that the city of Lansing is working on submitting a proposal to Congresswoman Slotkins for federal funding on improving the corridor through her community funding projects. Chair Lum wrote a letter of support for the project and how it aligns with the Michigan Avenue CIA already approved Development and Finance Plan. Other Business Bryant updated the board on the neighborhood grants which have not been announced yet, but all awards will be announced via Facebook live on April 28'h at 1 1 am. Member Nelson provided an update on the Allen Neighborhood Center market which will be back on Michigan Avenue, Member Baumer stated now that the action plan has been approved, it was discussed that the next best steps are working with LEAP and Charlie on the inventory of the 2000 Block, 1700 Block, and 1800 block Public Comment No public comment was provided during the meeting. Bryant received written public comment by Donna and was placed in the packet. Adjournment at 9:08 a.m. Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 2 F y5' , 'ti ! Andy Schor.Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Director's Meeting Minutes Friday, June 11, 2021 -8:30 AM THIS MEETING WAS HELD ELECTRONICALLY VIA ZOOM WEBINAR Members Present: Jonathan Lum (Lansing, MI), Yvette Collins (Lansing, MI), Laurie Baumer (Lansing, MI), Elaine Barr (Lansing, MI), Scott Gillespie (Lansing, MI), Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain (Lansing, MI) Members Absent: Joseph Ruth (excused), Joan Nelson (excused) Facilitator Present: Hannah Bryant (LEAP) Public Present: John Shaski (Sparrow), Charlie Krupka (Community Foundation), Karl Dorshimer (LEAP) Recorded by: Hannah Bryant Call to Order / Roll call / Overview Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. Bryant took attendance and walked through the meeting process for the public and board members due to the meeting being held virtually. Approval of the April Minutes (Action) Member Baumer stated that in two locations in the minutes, where it states the 2000 Block, it does not address the 1700 and 1800 Blocks as a priority. MOTION: Collins moved to approve the April MACIA Meeting Minutes, as amended. Motion seconded by Barr. Bryant took a roll call vote. Chair Lum - yea Secretary Collins -yea Treasurer Baumer - yea Vice Chair McSwain -yea Member Barr - yea Member Gillespie-yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. 1 MACIA FY2020/FY2021 Amended Budget-Action Chair Lum provide an update on the tax revenue capture and expressed the exciting news of the higher capture due to the Red Cedar Project. Bryant wanted to reiterate that this will be a onetime boost to the CIA given their project is within a Brownfield. Member Baumer asked regarding the expenditure's items, which Bryant shared that there are currently no expenditures but this can always be amended when the board has projects that they would like pursue. MOTION: Barr made a motion to approve the amended FY2020/FY2021 Budget, as presented. Motion seconded by Collins. Bryant took a roll call vote. Chair Lum - yea Secretary Collins - yea Treasurer Baumer - yea Vice Chair McSwain - yea Member Barr - yea Member Gillespie-yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. MACIA FY2021/FY2022 Budget-Action Bryant provided a walkthrough of the budget which is highlighted in blue and the capture was estimated through the development and finance plan. MOTION: Gillespie made a motion to approve the 2021/2022 Budget, as presented. Motion seconded by Barr. Bryant took a roll call vote. Chair Lum - yea Secretary Collins -yea Treasurer Baumer - yea Vice Chair McSwain - yea Member Barr - yea Member Gillespie-yea YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Social District Chair Lum provided an overview of the social districts and the announcement of the city of Lansing social districts downtown. Bryant proposed the question to the board if the CIA would be willing to spearhead a project like this for the corridor, similar to what DLi did for Downtown, Reotown, and Old Town. Member Baumer likes the idea but made note about focusing on the Corridor's strategic funds. Member McSwain noted that this would be consistent with the CIA goals because of the support it would provide to business owns. Member Barr stated she thinks that we should wait and see from the other social districts. Member Collins likes the idea and concept but more planning 2 would be needed. Member Gillepsie agrees of being a great idea, but there is a lot of planning and discussion needed. Discussion ensued about holding off on the CIA leading the program. 2100 Block Discussion Member Gillespie provided an update on the success that Joan Nelson has seen with the farmers market along the corridor. He proposed this conversation with the board to see if there are any other ways to activate the corridor given how many neighborhoods and people visit the corridor on Wednesday for the market. The idea of how to create something though that is self-sustaining. Discussion ensued and Member Gillespie will provide an update to the board if he has progress with ideas. Updates from Charlie Charlie Krupka provided an update on his inventory and asked the board to review the emails and if there is any information, they can add to please send to him. He shared from talking with business owners, that most shared optimistic views about the pandemic. Baumer asked the board for what kind of questions should Charlie be asking to businesses. The board discussed it would be nice to understand what is available, what we can do to support the businesses, and items they see needed to be fixed. Dorshimer shared that the LEAP provides matching dollars. Baumer stated that the Community Foundation in the past for projects has been able to leverage funds and use matches. The board discussed the possibility of a survey of the block and a meet and greet. The board agreed that Charlie would set up a meeting to meet the businesses and get their feelings and concerns on the corridor, the first meeting will be focused on the 2000 block and have another meeting to support the 1700 and 1800 block. It was recommended to have this meeting soon, within the next 30 days. Electronic Meeting Update Bryant shared that the mayor declared a local state of emergency on March 16, 2020, which the Lansing City Council extended the state of emergency a number of times. This is currently set to expire on July 12, 2021, which will affect the ability for the board to hose meetings via zoom. After July 12, 2021, the public body must meet in person and can resume to meeting at the LEAP office. Bryant will share more details with the board. Several board members brought up the preference to meet along corridor. Sparrow, the Armory, and the MSU extension office were several places discussed as opportunities to host the board meeting. Other Business Member Gillespie shared that he is seeing more activity with the vacant commercial space on the corridor and is very encouraged by it. Public Comment No public comment. Adjournment at 9:55 a.m. Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 3 1 � SfrU / t Andy Schor, Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Director's Informational Meeting #2 Minutes Friday, September 17, 2021 —8:30 AM Center for Community and Economic Development (CCED) 1615 E Michigan Ave Lansing, MI 48912 Members Present: Jonathan Lum, Yvette Collins, Laurie Baumer, Scott Gillespie (8:33am), Joan Nelson Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain Members Absent: Joseph Ruth (excused), Elaine Barr (excused) Facilitator Present: Hannah Bryant (LEAP), Kambriana Gates (LEAP) Guests: John Shaski (Sparrow), Charlie Krupka (Community Foundation), Andy Fedewa (city of Lansing) Public Present: - Recorded by: Hannah Yurk (Bryant) Call to Order/ Roll call Lum welcomed everyone and called the informational MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. Rollcall was called by Yurk and recorded for public record. Approval of the June Minutes (Action) MOTION: Baumer moved to approve the June MACIA Meeting Minutes, as presented. Motion seconded by McSwain. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Information on CIA Goals and Projects Chair Lum went down the 2021 project list that was approved by the board. The neighborhood grant was discussed, and the board requested Yurk to reach out to see why the MACIA application was denied. Additionally, the board wishes to reapply to the Neighborhood Grants if it opens again. Member Gillespie suggested that the board work with CATA to make bus stop improvements without any art addition. Baumer requested that we update the excel document to reflect the changes of the neighborhood grant and add language to reflect 1700/1800 block and 2000 block. Andy Fedewa shared information with the board on the infrastructure grant that the city applied for through the federal earmarks. The board suggested to have Andy 1 Kilpatrick at the next meeting to walk through the proposal and the proposed changes to Michigan Avenue. Charlie Krupka expressed some concerns by property owners regarding the litter, safety, and speeding on the corridor. Baumer suggested that we need more targeted questions, and a checklist on how the businesses are doing for Krupka. Andy Fedewa explained some of the plans that are proposed for the corridor. Nelson and Baumer stated that Public Sector Consulting are working with the city on applying for grants and funds. It was suggested to invite Julie to a meeting so we can express the CIA plans to her and see what kind of funding might be available. The board wishes to schedule a meeting in October and November so they can review the plan in October and talk to Julie in November on the possible projects. Yurk will send out a doodle poll to schedule meetings prior to the December meeting. Updates from Charlie Charlie Krupka shared that the Community Foundation and LEAP are meeting next week to discuss the fagade improvement program. Baumer stated it will help create a cohesive design for the 2000 Block on Michigan Avenue. Andy Fedewa shared that the city has a design intern that could provide support to the corridor. Krupka asked the board if he should hold another listening session and the board expressed it is probably more effective if he continues meeting one on one with businesses. Other Business Member Nelson shared that the market will be on Michigan Avenue until October, and that the vendors are seeing a 30% increase being located on Michigan Avenue. Public Comment No comments provided. Adjournment at 9:23 a.m. / Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 2 t� sr,b dr Andy Schor, Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Director's Meeting Friday, November 12, 2021 8:30 a.m. Members Present: Jonathan Lum, Joan Nelson, Yvette Collins, Laurie Baumer, Joe Ruth Mayoral Designee: Dr. Andrea McSwain Members Absent: Scott Gillespie (excused) Facilitator Present: Kambriana Gates (LEAP), Torrell Christian (LEAP) Public Present: Charlie Krupka Recorded by: Yvette Collins Chair Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:38 a.m. Rollcall was called by Gates and recorded for public record. Approval of the September Minutes (Action) MOTION: Nelson made a motion to approve the Motion seconded by Ruth. YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Review Priorities of Previous Plan: CtrCr��niS T8 T-r*jrzvtGZ� Board members discussed ongoing meetings with business owners in the IhAarsh1cm LO-Regent A� -A area. They suggested to have meetings with the City about their plans for the corridor which Gates confirmed that Julie Durham from the Public Sectors and Andy Kilpatrick will join the next committee meeting on 12110. Updates from Charlie: Krupka's conversations with business owners in the targeted area of Beet has involved discussion about facades. Jen from the Green Door wants to think of how to combine her request for fagade improvement with the extension of outdoor seating in the front. Baumer suggested to have written consent from business owners to confirm their support in the corridor fagade plan. Members suggested that in order to facilitate the fagade improvements the Community Foundation could act as the fiduciary as there are currently dollars in the budget to do so. Krupka did talk to the Speedway store manager and will continue to talk to leadership 1 about improvements at that location. Baumer suggests it's possible to make a small difference where we have an easement near the Speedway property. Other Business: Board members discussed the missing appearance of the avenue and suggested to have a separate discussion with commercial code compliance (Brian McGrain and Andy Fitzpatrick) about the car lot and other areas of the avenue that detract. Baumer suggested putting together a plan to help facilitate the discussion. Public Comment: None Adjournment: The Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority ended their discussion at 9:40 a.m. Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 2 rlr � Aridy Schor,Mayor Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Director's Meeting Friday, December 10, 2021 —8:30 AM Armory Building 330 Marshall Street 3rd Floor Board Room Lansing, MI 48912 Members Present: Jonathan Lum, Yvette Collins, Laurie Baumer, Scott Gillespie, Joan Nelson Mayoral Designee: Members Absent: Joseph Ruth (excused), Elaine Barr (excused), Dr. Andrea McSwain (excused) Facilitator Present: Kambriana Gates (LEAP) Public Present: Andy Kilpatrick (City of Lansing), Julie Durham (Public Sector Consulting) John Monberg (MSU), Charlie Krupka (Community Foundation) Public Present: None Recorded by: Kambriana Gates Call to Order/ Roll call / Overview Lum welcomed everyone and called the MACIA Board of Directors meeting to order at 8:35 a.m. Gates took attendance and confirmed quorum. Approval of the November Minutes (Action) MOTION: Nelson moved to approve the November MACIA Meeting Minutes, as amended for the location of the changes on the corridor. Motion seconded by Baumer. Collins will change edits to the meeting minutes on the previous agenda items 1 YEAS: Unanimous. Motion carried. Review 2022 Draft meeting schedule (Discussion) Chair Lum made the board aware that the schedule is a draft and will be approved at the next meeting. Board members will email Gates if there are issues with the proposed schedule prior to the next meeting, Updates from Charlie Krupka Krupka shared all signatures have been collected except two owners. Chair Lum asked about the China Flavor business on the corridor if they were contacted which Charlie is still working to get in touch. Gillespie asked for background of the letter which Charlie reviewed for the board. Chair Lum shared that Baumer has been working to get funds to get renderings for the facade project. Gates will check with Dorshimer if there could be funds set aside for this Michigan Avenue project and are asking for a variance for the amount. Kilpatrick added that there should be discussion with the City due to signage near the right-of-way as this falls under the sign code. Chair Lum added that Studio Intrigue and a member from the board could have a conversation with the City about the design. Review Priorities of Previous Plan (discussion) a. Julie Durham Durham shared that the goal of the funds for the federal infrastructure proposal they submitted was to create multimodal transportation amongst other improvements. Chair Lum asked if there are other financial opportunities that are available specifically for CIA's. Nelson added that any types of outreach needed, Allen Neighborhood Center is willing to assist with that. Durham shared that the Mayor identified certain areas of priority which Michigan Avenue is one of them. Lum gave a recap of what Durham will be doing which included keeping an eye out for funds that would apply to the Michigan Avenue CIA and then relay that back to the CIA board to apply for. Baumer asked if there are economic development projects which Durham shared they were attempting to apply for Better Jobs funds which the City of Lansing did not have a competitive application and are no longer applying at this time. There are placemaking funds at the state level that Julie will share with the board via email. I. Monberg, professor from MSU, shared the interest in collaborating students from his class with projects focusing on the CIA, how the tax incremental financing works along with public improvements for Michigan Avenue. b. Andy Kilpatrick The board asked Kilpatrick about improvements which Kilpatrick shared the opinions on making it five lanes were not agreed as this will take up curbside parking. Gillespie added that the parking would change depending on the curb cut which Kilpatrick added that the curb cut would be needed more for the loading or unloading. There are not planned changes to the "west" of the corridor. Kilpatrick made the board aware that right now Pennsylvania to the "east" is where they are currently looking to make some changes. There are no 2 current plans for road diets from Pennsylvania to the "west". The goal is to not only focus on the roads but also improvements needed beyond the road. Other improvements such as sidewalks, lighting styles, and trees are points of improvements needed. Kilpatrick shared that there needs to be discussion around the number of lanes along the corridor and added that there are possible state funds. Other Business None. Public Comment None. Adjournment Chair Lum called the Michigan Avenue Board of Directors meeting to adjourn at 9:25AM. -�- Jonathan Lum, Chair Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority 3