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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986 Michigan Capital Park District�I t , I ..... .1.,., .�aaaaa�f�Wr• Parks and Recreatb Michigan Capitol P, 1986 j Permanent I, Igan Capital ark District Document: 1986 Michigan Capital Park District A, MICHIGAN CAPITAL PARR DISTRICT JAMES J. BLANCHARD GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN A conceptual Master Plan prepared by the Capital Park Subcommittee for the State Capital Revitalization Task Force. Hector Chiunti: Chairman, Capital Park Subcommittee September 15, 1986 • Table of Contents Intim Michigan Capital Park Subcanni.ttee Report Schematic Concept Plan Proposed Master Plan Aerial Perspective APPENDIX A Michigan Capital Park Subcamnittee Subgroup Reports Survey Subcamnittee Members Michigan Capital Park Subcommittee Report t M, CAPITAL REVITALIZATION TASK FORCE CAPITAL PARK SUBCOMMITTEE INTRODUCTION Governor Blanchard created a Task Force to study the State's role in revitalizing. downtown Lansing. The recommendations of this group were presented to the City of Lansing in February, 1986 by the Governor. As a result, the Task Force membership was expanded and six state subcommittees established to make recommendations on the strategies identified by the Governor. Following is the Mission Statement and strategies as outlined by the Governor in his February 17, 1986 report and the recommendations of the Capital Park subcommittee. MISSION STATEMENT I am concerned that state government, a major occupant of downtown Lansing, has not done all it can to enhance Lansing's greatest tourist attraction, the Capital. It seems clear that improving the capital complex and making it more attractive to tourists is a major role the state can play in the revitalization of downtown Lansing. State government's past adherence to the Capital Complex Master Plan, first developed 30 years ago, is one factor which has contributed to a lack of cooperation between city and state. An updated plan, which I would like to develop using a fresh approach and incorporating input from city officials and concerned citizens, would be coordinated with the development goals of downtown Lansing. The plan itself would encourage state government's interaction with, rather than separation from, the city to ensure future cooperation. STRATEGIES The capital complex and the land on which it is located belong to the people of Michigan. The complex is the home of government for the state and is visited each year by countless tourists, business investors and government officials. Developing the capital complex as a public park potentially benefits every citizen of the state and would contribute to -the revitalization of downtown by dramatically improving the city's major downtown tourist attraction. It would encourage visitors from all over the state to come to Lansing, frequent the downtown shops and restaurants, stroll along the River Walk and the pedestrian mall, and take advantage of the exciting variety the Lansing area has to offer. As part of state government's commitment to Lansing, the state will become a better neighbor to the residential areas surrounding the capital. More positive use of the undeveloped state-owned land on the west side of the complex will benefit the residential areas bordering it. As part of the public park concept, the land could be developed as a flowering garden, planted and maintained in conjunction with Michigan State University's horticulture program. In addition, facilities for use by both visitors and 2 local residents, such as a basketball court, and a picnic and playground area, could be incorporated in this development. • Access to natural resources like the Red Cedar and Grand Rivers in close combination with the cosmopolitan entertainments of a city can be a major attraction. The Department of Natural Resources is making a special effort to work with the city so it can obtain funds for the construction and the improvement of canoe access sites along the Downtown River Walk and elsewhere on these rivers. This will enable tourists and Lansing residents to enjoy simultaneously the natural and manmade entertainments that are unique to Lansing. Construction of a new capital on the far west side of the capital complex was first proposed 30 years ago to relieve an overburdened and ill -functioning capital which was first dedicated in 1879. Continued overcrowding has further distracted from the appeal of the interior as a tourist attraction. Currently, steps are underway to restore some key areas to their original condition, but more must be done. Any consideration by future legislatures of a new capital should not be forced on them because we neglected the building we have. Our capital has historic meaning to all of us, and will have to future generations, and it deserves and will receive from me a full commitment to the preservation and restoration of its grandeur. As a new Capital Complex Master Plan is developed, the task force should be mindful of opportunities to support and,encourage interaction of state employees and visitors with businesses and restaurants in downtown Lansing. Innovative alternatives to the existing Master Plan should be explored as solutions to alleviate the dangerous overcrowding of Michigan's historic capital. The building could then be restored as the dignified and functional structure it once was and maintained as a focal point for the business of government and tourism in the Lansing area and a source of pride for Michigan's citizens. GOALS The major goals of the conceptual plan are to: Expand and enhance the State Capitol Building, the Capital Complex and downtown Lansing and create a more attractive image for Michigan citizens and visitors. Develop an all seasons recreational, educational, cultural and historic government center for Michigan. To accomplish these goals, the conceptual plan identifies -the following objectives; concepts and recommendations; ORGANIZATIONAL Create a Michigan Capital Park District for the purpose of managing the Capital Park and coordinating land use planning and design control.. This district should encompass the Capital Park boundary, and be more or less defined as the area between Pennsylavnia and Logan streets on the east and west, and Saginaw and I-496 on the north and south. It should also include the various linkages or corridors that lead to the Michigan Capital Park. The management and regulation of this district should involve a combined and F coordinated group consisting of representatives from the city, neighborhoods, business community and State of Michigan. 3 M • Establish, as an integral part of the planning process, an emphasis on the importance of programming for educational, leisure and cultural activities. • Establish a mounted police force to secure and patrol the "District" with involvement from the State Police, Lansing City Police, Lansing Community College and Michigan Capital Park Officers. • Enhance the use of Closed Circuit Television Monitors as a security method. TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESS • The transportation system will be planned as a multifaceted system involving private cars, parking structures, road system, public transportation to and around the park. • Attractive and coordinated transportation support elements, including informational and directional signs, waiting shelters, focal points, maps, etc., should be developed. • The loop road system should include Ottawa Street between Capitol and Logan and Washtenaw between the Grand River and Logan. Allegan will serve as a local street intersecting Washtenaw in the vicinity of existing Butler Street. Allegan then can become a two-way street providing access to the existing parking structure and redesigned as a pedestrian plaza. Washtenaw is suggested to be depressed in front of the new museum and an underground parking structure built south of the museum. The two blocks of land south of Allegan to Kalamazoo and between Butler and Logan should be purchased for the Washtenaw-Logan interchange and to provide additional park land and a site for the Visitors' Center. Consideration may be given to exchange lands involved in the project. r Logan Street is proposed as a major access to the Michigan Capital Park from I-496 to Ottawa. A boulevard type road is proposed to provide direct access to the loop system and to the west end of the park. Additional attention should be given to the landscape character of Capitol, Townsend, and Seymour. Also, Walnut Street is recognized as a significant access to the area from I-496 and should receive special design consideration, particularly between Kalamazoo and Ottawa. Pedestrian linkages to the art, cultural, leisure and civic resources of the community should be incorporated into the design and program planning elements of this project. These linkages should be viewed both as program resources and as aesthetic compliments to the Michigan Capital Park. These linkages can be highlighted by widening sidewalks, providing lighting, adding site furniture and landscaping and using common materials. 4 Construct the hike/bike trail from Lansing to East Lansing and Michigan State University. Extend the Michigan Avenue approach concept along Michigan Avenue to East Lansing. * Re -open the Washington Avenue Mall to vehicular traffic. Highlight Pine, Walnut, Seymour and Townsend Streets to take advantage of the visual linkage to the Capitol Building. Highlight Washtenaw and Shiawassee Streets to link downtown areas to the Grand River. Special consideration should be given to the development of the area between Capitol to Walnut and Allegan to I-496. The area offers opportunities to develop a unique pedestrian environment with a strong focus on the State Capitol Building. The development of offices for state legislators in this area would permit quick and all-weather access to the State Capitol Building. Controls related to building heights, facades, open space and materials should be developed for this area. FINANCIAL • Create a Michigan Capital Park District Foundation. • Pursue the sale of state bonds to acquire funds for planned and - orderly development of the "District". • Create an endowment trust fund to ensure a continuous quality maintenance program for the Michigan Capital Park District. • Develop a strategy to acquire donations from private and corporate entities for the construction of specific projects within the District. Develop grant proposals and executive office requests to allocate funds for development of the Michigan Capital Park District to the; Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, Art in Public Places Fund, Mason Building Fund, state and local transporation funds, M.D.O.T. Non -Motorized Trails Fund and state general fund monies. MICHIGAN CAPITAL PARK AND DISTRICT Identify and develop the State Capitol Building as the focal point within the State Capital Park grounds, and on all approaches to the State Capital Park. Eliminate existing intrusions into lines of site and establish guidelines for preventing future intrusions, including building elevations. Renovate the State Capitol Building and grounds to reflect the period of history in which it was built. Eliminate the dominance of the car by the construction of parking structures, particularly in the immediate vicinity of the Michigan Capital Park complex. 5 Re-establish a "green" landscape entirely surrounding the State Capitol Building with appropriate areas for ceremony and political gatherings. Develop a series of public spaces within the park that will permit a variety of political and public related activities, events and ceremonies as well as a variety of opportunities for leisure activities. Establish a "Michigan" character through the use of native materials and the display of Michigan history and culture. • Establish a strong cultural center, e.g., Environmental Center, on the west side of the park that compliments the new museum. • Develop spaces and landscapes that can accommodate a wide•variety of activities throughout all seasons. • Develop spaces and landscapes, including various linkages, that subordinate the car to the people. • Develop spaces and landscapes that will attract people from the neighborhoods as well as from the community and state. ' Develop a transportation and pedestrian circulation system that allows easy and direct access to the various destination points within and beyond the park. Establish the streetscape as an integral part of the park environment with appropriate consideration for materials, signs, information display, and furniture. Establish a park area including the "areas of influence" and linkages that expand the leisure, cultural, historical and educational activities of the park. Identify leasing and development of additional office spaces required for government agencies and state legislatures off public lands and generally on the eastern side of the project area to enhance both the economic activity and pedestrian vitality of downtown Lansing. Identify a "zone of influence" that surrounds the park boundary and that extends into the community along approaches to the park and access to significant community areas from the park. Develop quality landscapes within and along the park perimeter and in the linkages. The landscapes must include elements that satisfy both the physical and aesthetic needs of the user as well as provide a sense of continuity. Ferris Park parking lot should be rehabilitated as a neighborhood park and a general -renovation of the entire park should be planned. V111170f< cr- 1 V7��* ioveVon fI 77 f7 .. .......... . .... . . ..... wm� ilk allso A!,j -ori 6.mrAL mftK -&u*ex>WtMW MICHIGAN GA'I"rAkL PWK DIET" RIC MICHIGAN CAPITAL PARR DISTRICT CONCEPT PLAN This concept has its roots in a revitalization effort focused on city and state facilities and their surroundings in downtown Lansing, Michigan's capital city. It has evolved into a proposal to develop a Michigan Capital Park District to serve and accomodate all of the State's contituencies and explore, portray and relate Michigan's abundant resources and heritage to the people of Michigan and our visitors. A Park District is recommended bounded by Logan Street onahe West and the railroad tracks on the East, Saginaw Street on the North and I-496 on the South. Decisions about change within the boundaries will be a cooperative venture between state and city government, citizens of Michigan and private enterprise. Physical development within the district is proposed as a balance between respect for our State Capitol Building, its historic architecture, its function as the seat of government,'the adjacent area neighborhoods' character and construction of new facilites for government and the private sector. The Michigan Capital Park District can be characterized by the following core uses which are generally surrounded by residential development. RIVER CORE A major focal point of the Districts eastside provides an abundance of recreation opportunities for passive and active use-. Offerings include, walkways, boat launches, canoe access, play areas, fishing access, tennis courts, platform tennis courts, concerts and special events. City owned property borders both sides of the river and connects to local attractions like the Impressions -Five Museum, Washington Mall, the proposed convention center, the City Market, Lansing Community College, Riverfront Park facilities and the proposed Embassy Suites Hotel: Extending development to East Lansing can link Potter park, Municipal Field, Red Cedar Golf Course,.Dodge Mansion, Fish Ladder and the M.S.U. Campus. This waterfront corridor has fantastic potential for continued developments which could include, restaurants, fountains, and river oriented activities and business development. COMMERCIAL CORE Downtown business district, Radisson Hotel, restaurants, banking, and other shopping services. An opportunity exists for downtown Lansing to expand and attract more visitors. Diversification is a key ingredient in this opportunity with development of the "Park District" a higher potential exists for creating a "new market" to attract restaurants, movie theaters, night clubs and specialty shops. MICHIGAN CAPITAL PARK CORE (*refer to proposed master plan for 'locations) The theme of the park is proposed to be "Public Participation" with the Michigan Capitol Building as the primary focus. The basic form and structure of the park will be strongly influenced by an east -west axis with the State Capitol Building being the focal point. Within the park boundary and along this Capitol Building axis three major spaces are recommended. Capital Plaza located immediately west of the State Capitol Building over the present parking space. The primary purpose of this plaza will be to accommodate large groups of visitors and political gatherings of various types, all of which will focus on the Capitol Building. Office Plaza located west of Walnut Street. It is recommended this existing plaza be re -designed to fit into the overall character of the proposed plan. It will be used primarily as a passive open space for sitting and strolling. The sculpture is recommended to be removed because it interferes with the east -west axis view of the State Capitol. "Welcome to Michigan" Plaza, to be located north of the new museum, is designed as a major space, between 10 and 15 acrea, that can accommodate a variety of uses and activities. The central features of this plaza will be water and stone surrounded by expansive landscaped hard surface and lawn areas. A secondary north -south axis that ties into the new museum is proposed. This space will be the welcome center, starting point, and center of programmed activities for all visitors. It will also be a year-round attraction for ceremonial and celebration events, and a major attraction to people living in the adjacent neighborhoods. The "Welcome Center" is designed primarily as an arrival point and information center for the Michigan Capital Park. The tourist can get information about Michigan Capital Park, programs, tours, Say Yes to Michigan Center, museums, etc. In addition, select programs related to the Capital Park will start from this center. With the Civic Center developed as a Yes Michigan Trade Center (Michigan Dart) a major plaza containing an ice skating area is proposed be developed adjacent to the parking structure located in the present Civic Center parking lot. The Plaza will be surrounded by shops and restaurants. The development of the park perimeter and streetscapes that border and lead into the park will include in addition to landscaping, a variety of street elements and use areas that add to the aesthetics of the area and physical comfort of the user._ These include, recessed sitting areas, attractive waiting/drop-off and pick-up areas, vending areas, attractive lighting, benches, information kiosks, trash containers, signs, etc. The west area will include a variety of uses and use structures that attract visitors and users to that area of the -park and that compliment the character of the "Welcome to Michigan" Plaza. These may include combinations of art, cultural and industrial museums, and environmental center the governor's mansion, a judicial building, an aquarium, etc. The area will include a visitors' center from which various programs, tours, promotions and activities emerge. The design and placement of structures will take into account: * Sensitive relationship and character of adjacent neighborhoods. _ * The design axes, both north -south and east -west. * The focus on the State Capitol Building. 9 Primary access to the visitors' center will be from Logan/Washtenaw Street intersection to Allegan to the visitors' center. PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR CAPITAL PARR COMPONENTS MICHIGAN HERITAGE CENTER (Library & Museum) Michigan Environmental Awareness Center) Exciting depiction of Michigan Environmental and Natural Resources. Making public aware of current issues of environmental concern. Possibly including: 360 Degree Theater Aquarium Weather Simulation Dome Great Lakes Wage Exhibit Ice Age Simulation Dome Outdoor Energy Exhibit - * Parking Below MICHIGAN VISITOR CENTER AND PUBLIC FORUM Wind, Solar and Water Power Visitor Information about Michigan Capital Park District and Lansing. Michigan Travel Center (Publications, etc.), Outlet for State Publications (D.N.R., History Division, etc.). Displays and AV Presentation. Tours Orgin Point. Rotating displays from legislative districts or communities. Public Forum Rotating Presentation of the Programs of State Government (Where tax money goes by State Agencies) Public Issues Forum - a place to talk to government, State officials listen to the public on current issues, and interact with visitors, i.e. a "town meeting" set up. Opinion polls taken. Display Area and Debate Arena, TV Studio. Bus and Short Stop Parking MICHIGAN FOUNTAIN AND AMPHITHEATRE 'Large scale water feature inviting visitors to walk, climb on, and also acting as an amphitheatre for special events, constructed of large rough blocks of native Michigan stone. Central area in shape of two peninsulas relief, surrounded by water (Great Lakes orginating at various points to simulate cascading down, over and between blocks stage. with exaggerated vertical in abstract sense.) Water main watersheds, and of stone. Portions used as 10 PRIORITIES The following criteria was used to develop priority ranking for the various projects identified: i. Component must provide dominent form for the overall project and an opportunity for people to use the facility in a significant way. 2. Development of site details, refinements and connections throughout the Park District. $. Establishment of clear, significant and highly visible products as quickly as possible. The committee also identified several components which have an important role in the overall master plan and considerable support and/or are already under construction. These were not identified in the priority rankings: • Restoration'of the Capitol Building • Completion of the Michigan Library Museum Complex • Development of Logan Street into a boulevard from I-496 to Ottawa Street • Development of Michigan Avenue approach • Retain residential land use character for properties North of Ottawa. Year 1 - 1987: Establishment of a Michigan Capital Park District Commission and adoption of the conceptual master plan for continued refinement. Hiring of an Executive Director and initial staff to act as the coordinator for the developments that are being proposed. Establish a Michigan Capital District Foundation. Development -of all pedestrian linkages. Close Chestnut and re -develop Ferris Park into passive park. Develop special landscape treatment and signage along I-496. Acquisition of the Civic Center ("YES" Michigan Center) Acquisition of the two city blocks at the corner of Washtenaw and' Logan. Develop linkage along the river from Lansing to East Lansing. Year 2 - 1988: Relocate through traffic from allegan to Washtenaw. Development of four (4) block area which includes the proposed Michigan fountain/amphitheatre and underground parking. 11 + Development of an underground parking structure behind the Capitol and redevelopment of the grounds into a landscaped area reflecting the historical era. Year 3 - 1989: Development of visitors center off Logan Street and associated vehicular surface access. Development of pedestrian bridge across the Grand River at Washtenaw. Development of Rivers Edge. Development of parking structures south of the museum. Construction of a legislative park for office space for Senators and Representatives. Development of Michigan Trade Center (Civic Center) with parking below. Year 4 - 1990: Develop parking structure south of the Civic Center and design and development of the Michigan center (outdoor display skating center). Development of Michigan Environmental Center and final development of the grounds into a passive park with parking below. Development of Allegan Street into a pedestrian plaza. Year 5 - 1991: Parking structure south of the State of Michigan Chiller Building. Redevelopment of the outdoor plaza between the Treasury Building and the Transportation Building. ACTION PLAN Successful implementation of the project requires a broad partnership and involvement of local, state and federal agencies, industry, business, neighborhood groups, special purpose groups and private citizens. The primary responsibility for initiating the various projects will rest with the Michigan Capital Park District Commission. Key and significant roles and commitments will be required of the City of Lansing, developers, business and industry. 12 Who Should Be Involved The following is a general breakdown of responsibilities: Street relocations and landscaping: MDOT and City of Lansing Michigan Capital Park - Michigan Capital Park Commission Civic Center - State of Michigan, Industry, City of Lansing Skating Plaza - Michigan Capital Park Commission Office Buildings - Private Developers and State of Michigan Maintenance -Exterior - Michigan Capital Park.Commission - From Private Funded Endowment Security - Michigan Capital Park and Lansing Community College Officers, State Police, City Police. FIRST YEAR FUNDING NEEDED? It is recommended that a first year allocation of five million dollars be requested to establish the Michigan Capital Park District Commission and construct the year one priorities. The Commission will be required to refine the planning and design of the various components and develop a second year funding request. SUMMARY: Five very full active stages of progress will allow boldly incremental, yet carefully considered steps to occur. The Michigan Capital Park and park district must be a facility for all the people of Michigan. State government will be its core; the qualities of its people and other resources will be the matrix and the message. 13 1 urfrAL rARK tUbCOW OW MICHIOAN CAPITAL EARK DISTRICT Appendix A igan Capital Park Subcommittee Subgroup Reports .0 ..... •,•f.! .. _ .........fir L. • Subgroup Reports The Capital Park subcommittee divided into seven subgroups to accomplish the various tasks they were charged with by the State Capital Revitalization Task Force. Following is a list of the subgroups, their chairs and an idea of their tasks: 1. Dedication of Capital Complex as Public Park - Co -Chairs: Joseph Seavey (DNR), Larry Leatherwood (MDOT) Identify the most appropriate park boundaries, programs and partnerships with adjacent property owners, businesses and church properties. 2. Management Options - entire subcommittee Evaluate the various Management alternatives and recommend an appropriate organizational structure for operation, maintenance and overall administration of the Capital Park. 3. Linkages - entire subcommittee Identify areas and facilities that could be linked through a system of pedestrian walkways or trails. 4. Security - Co-chairs: Joe Geshel (State Police), Jim Foulds (City) Analyze the safety and security needs of the proposed park concept and suggest appropriate system to insure public safety. 5. Capital Restoration.- Co-chairs: Bill Kandler (Senate), Jim Perkins (LCC) Identify future use, restoration needs and role of the Capital building in the public park concept. 6. Funding Sources.- Chair: Lynne Schaefer (DMB) Review the various financial assistance programs in Michigan and identify those most likely to provide funding for the various aspects of the park proposal. 7. Park Design - Co -Chairs: Tony Bauer (MSU), Al Durkee.(DMB) Suggest design and development concepts for the creation of a , public park to include the type of park and its facilities and activities, park theme, access and parking. 14 1 Dedication of Capital Complex as Public Park CAPITAL PARK SUBCOMMITTEE Park Boundaries Sub -Group Recommendation Create a Michigan Capital Park District to include all the area between Logan Street on the West and the railroad tracks on the East, Saginaw on the North and I-496 on the South. The Michigan Park District boundaries should include Scott Park, Cooley Gardens, River Point property and extend to M.S.U. along Grand and Red Cedar Rivers. The Michigan Avenue approach now under construction should be extended to Riverfront Park and down Michigan Avenue to East Lansing. Develop a city/state funded financial assistance grants program for property owners within the Michigan Capital Park District to encourage participation in unifying a landscape theme, renovating structures and building the overall district image. Create a design review board to develop and enforce standards and guidelines . for orderly and controlled development of the Michigan Park District. Create a maintenance program to maintain the Capital Park grounds and surrounding streetscape. This program could work in unison with or provide services to any public or private entity within the District. Rationale This proposal will enable the Michigan Capital Park District to include state and private ownership and existing city parklands adjacent to the park boundaries and easy connections through the use of existing street corridors. The expansion of the park boundaries to include private property will help protect the -integrity of the park setting and create a unified image. The District boundaries include State ownership such as the Roosevelt Building, the site of the proposed Senate Building, the Rayburn Building, some existing State parking areas and many city park properties. There are numerous institutions including churches, many of historical significance, the old Post Office, the Civic Center, and the new and expanding Capitol Commons Housing Development. This approach will provide many benefits to the existing ownerships. The City zoning ideas for areas surrounding the corridors under public ownership lend themselves to Public improvement. General guidelines may be considered for maintenance and improvement of the community properties included in the District boundaries. The committee should.work with the History Division of the Department of State to identify significant Historical properties, sites and events so they may be identified and create further interest in the park area. 2 MANAGEMENT OPTIONS Mission Statement The successful management operation and maintenance of the Michigan Capital Park will depend on development of a management system which is flexible, unique and.able to meet demands of an "urban setting" state park. Informational Presentations The committee evaluated various management alternatives including options to establish a Michigan Capital Park under existing DNR State Park authority, DMB authority and creation of new commission housed in one of these departments. Mr. Jack Butterfield, Chief of Parks Division presented the committee with information related to operation, maintenance, budget and problems of the State Park system. The Parks Division is responsible to the DNR commission and operates eighty-four parks and recreation areas serving about twenty-three million visitors yearly. Michigan's parks budget is very small and all within the DNR budgetary process. Being in DNR does not guarantee dollars. Parks Division does not have the type of program staff necessary to manage the Michigan Capital Park. They could provide operation and maintenance staff. Also, if housed in DNR Parks system special policies and permits will be required to deal with parking, entrance fees, public gatherings etc. Mackinac island Parks Commission has a strong political influence. They have done well and only have to worry about their own program. DNR commission has to worry about many other programs. Mr. Dave Armour, Deputy Director, Mackinac•Island Parks Commission outlined their facilities and responsibilities. They are in control of three state parks and operate under a seven member Board of Commissioners, appointed by the Governor. They are by -partisan appointments. Extremely satisfied with this system. The Commission sets policy, provides direction and hires staff. They have a staff of 35 people and hire an additional 75 during the summer months. Todd Cohan from the Attorney General's Office outlined for the committee that any management option will require "new legislation". It should be mentioned that DMB presently operates and maintains the Capital Complex grounds. Recommendation Create a model organizational structure based on the good points of existing organizations. This is a unique situation and an opportunity which requires a fresh new look. 3 Therefore, the committee recommends the Michigan Capital Park be managed by a seven member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Governor with consent • from the Senate. Representation should be from the state, city, private sector and local citizens. The Park Commission will be responsible for setting policy, providing direction and hiring staff to manage the day-to-day activities of the Michigan Capital Park. Attached is a sample piece of legislation, which is based on the Mackinac Island Parks Commission legislation. Michigan Capital Park District An Act to provide for the appointment of a board of commissioners who shall have the management and control of the Capital park, defining its powers and duties; this will be referred to as the Michigan Capital Park District Act. Capital Park; establishment. Michigan.Capital Park District Commission; members, appointment, qualifications; resident commissioners; terms, vacancies, expenses, officers. Sec. i. Within 15 days after the passage of this act the governor shall appoint 7 commissioners, who shall be citizens of, registered voters, and regularly domiciled in this state and who shall hereafter.constitute a board of commissioners to be known as the Michigan Capital Park District Commission. Commissioners shall be representative -of city officials, state officials, private sector and local citizens. Said commissioners shall*be appointed by the governor, by and.with the advice and consent of the senate, for terms of 6 years each and shall hold office until their successors are appointed: Provided, That of'the members first appointed, 2 shall be appointed for a term of 2 years, 2 for.a term of 4 years each, and 2 for a term of 6 years each: Provided further, That not more than 4 commissioners at any one time shall be of the same political party. Vacancies shall be filled by the governor in the same manner as the original appointment for the unexpired term.. No member of the board shall receive any compensation for his services as commissioner, but each commissioner shall receive his actual disbursement for his expense incurred in connection with the duties of his office, which expense shall be allowed and paid by the auditor general upon proper vouchers therefor. The commission shall annually elect a chairman, vice-chairman and secretary. Capital park; control and management by Michigan Capital Park District Commission; quorum; conducting business at public meeting; notice; powers of commissioners; rules; disposition of moneys; availability of writings to public; annual report; statement of receipts and expenditures; recommendations and suggestions. Sec. 3. (1) The Capital park shall be under the control and management of the Michigan Capital Park District Commission, and the majority of the members of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The business which the commission may perform shall be conducted at a public meeting of the commission held in compliance with Act No. 267 of the Public 4. Acts of 1976, being sections 15.261 to 15.275 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. Public notice of the time, date, and place of the meeting shall be given in the manner required by Act. No. 267 of the Public Acts of 1976. (2) The commissioners may lay out, manage, and maintain the park, and promulgate and enforce rules not inconsistent with the laws of this state and necessary to implement this act; may effect leases and fix prices for rentals or privileges upon the property of the park; and may employ a director and other persons as may be needed. (3) Rules of the commission shall be promulgated pursuant to Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, as amended, being sections 24.201 to 24.315 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The rules of the commission shall apply to all roads situated on Capital Park lands. (5) All money received from rentals or privileges shall be paid promptly into the state treasury to be credited to the general fund and to be disbursed as appropriated by the legislature. The Capital park commission, in consideration of the furnishing of fire protection, street service, sewerage service, and other public service agreed upon, may remit reasonable rentals as the commission determines from leases of property acquired by the state under Act No. 206 of the Public Acts of 1893, as amended, being sections 211.1 to 211.157 of the Michigan Compiled Laws and deeded to the commission, to the several tax assessing units in which the property is situated as provided in Act No. 206 of the Public Acts of 1893, as amended, in proportion to the delinquent taxes and special assessments of the units cancelled against the description of land. (6) A writing prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by the commission in the performance of an official function shall be made available to the public in compliance with Act No. 442 of the Public Acts of 1976, being sections 15.231 to 15.246 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The commissioners shall make to the governor an annual report and statement of receipts and expenditures, and recommendations and suggestions as they consider proper. (7) The Commission is empowered with bonding authority to allow for the sale of bonds for Capital improvement projects to be located within the District. Capital park; injuring trees, leaving rubbish; penalty. Sec. 5. Any person who shall wilfully cut, peel or otherwise injure or destroy any tree standing in Capital park, or who shall carry, draw, leave or deposit anywhere within said park, any filth, rubbish or garbage, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not.less than 100 dollars nor more than 500 dollars, or by imprisonment in the county jail of Ingham county, for a period of not less than 10 days nor more than 60 days, or both such fine and imprisonment, in the discretion of the court. Capital park; special police, appointment, powers, duties; complaints. • Sec. 6. The Director of the Capital park may appoint, by and with the consent of the board of commissioners thereof, such number of special police as the board may by resolution direct, which special police shall be under the 5 ~ supervision and direction of the Director, who shall be charged with the execution of such rules and regulations for the care and preservation of the park. Such special police shall be vested with police authority of and may apprehend and arrest, without warrant, any person whom they may find violating the rules which shall have been published relative to good order, the preservation of property, the mutilation of landmarks, or the destruction or injury to growing trees and shrubs. Said special police are authorized to make complaint against offenders against the rules of the government of said Capital park, before any court in Ingham County said courts are authorized to take cognizance, hear, try and determine such complaints and pass sentence upon such offenders, in accordance with said rules and the proper enforcement thereof, and in accordance with justice. The existing state police post , its officers and other personnel along with vehicles and security equipment are hereby transferred and be under the supervision and direction of the Capital Park District Commission and its Director. Michigan Capital Park•District Commission; acceptance of gifts. Sec. 7. The Capital park commission, for and on behalf of the state of Michigan, is hereby authorized to receive; accept and hold, by gift, grant, devise or bequest,•any property, real or personal,•but only for the purposes incidental to or connected with the state -parks under its management and control. Michigan Capital. Park District; Rules 24; Imd. Eff. Mar. 14 An Act defining the power and authority of -the board of commissioners of Capital park, to authorize and empower it to make, publish and enforce rules and regulations for the care, order and preservation thereof, and to repeal all acts or parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening the provisions of this act. Capital park; rules and regulations for care and preservation. Sec. 1. The board of commissioners of the Capital park shall have authority to make, publish and enforce such reasonable rules and regulations for the care and preservation of the Capital park, for the maintenance of good order, for the protection of property and for the welfare of said park, as shall from time to time be deemed necessary or expedient by said board. Capital park; enforcement of rules. Sec. 2. Whenever said board shall make any rules or regulations pertaining to the management or welfare of said park, it shall have authority to enforce same and to cause offenders and persons violating any rules and regulations prescribed to be punished•therefor in the manner set forth and indicated in Act No. 80 of the Public Acts of 1905. Michigan Capital Park District Commission; jurisdiction. I Sec. 3. All rules and regulations made by said board under authority of this or any other act shall be effective within the whole territory covered by said 0 park, and said board shall have the power and authority to prescribe and enforce rules and regulations relative to any part or portion thereof, notwithstanding any contrary or inconsistent ordinance, regulation or by-law of the city of Lansing. Lansing Fire Protection Act 45, 1943, p. 42; Imd. Eff. Mar. 29 An Act to authorize the city of Lansing and the Capital park commission to enter into contract for fire protection and to make appropriation therefor. Capital park commission; contract for fire protection. Sec. 1. The Capital park commission.and the city of Lansing by its governing body are hereby authorized to enter into a continuing contract for fire protection to be furnished by the city of Lansing for property under the control and management of the Capital park commission. The fire protection service and apparatus to be furnished shall meet with the approval of the state fire marshal. The contract shall be signed by the chief executive and clerk of the city of Lansing and by the chairman and secretary of the Capital park commission. Sources: 1. Mackinac Island State Park; Management Act, Act 355, 1927 2. Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds Act, Act 361, 1978 3. Huron -Clinton Metro Park Authority, Act 147, 1939 W PARK LINKAGES Mission Statement The state capital and associated state properties should not be separated from downtown Lansing. Effective pedestrian and vehicular linkages should be created to provide a common bond for the Michigan Capital Park and downtown Lansing. Recommendations Pine, Walnut, Seymour and Townsend Streets should be highlighted and landscaped to take advantage of the "Visual Linkage of the Capitol Building". • Pedestrian linkages within the Park District should include Reutter Park, Ferris Park and Riverfront Park. • The Park District should be extended along Michigan Avenue to East Lansing and Michigan State -University. * The committee supports the concept of a hike/bike route to M.S.U. along the Red Cedar and Grand River. * "A Pedestrian Plaza" should be built along Allegan Street. Allegan Street should be redesigned to accomodate only 2-way internal park traffic and to highlight pedestrian movement. Washtenaw'and Shiawassee Streets serve as physical links to the Grand River, these streets should be landscaped to take advantage of this view and access. *-Provide an approach corridor from_ the Capital City Airport to downtown Lansing. The City Market should become more of a downtown focus and possibly relocated and turned into a full-time market, (its present location is now very limited and has no expansion potential). Its character can include restaurants, shops, etc. Possible locations include the Civic Center or the Washington Avenue Mall. This project has the potential to create a new "market" for Lansing, the City needs to prepare for this "market" (more tourists, conventioneers, shoppers, entertainment) What businesses are needed? What location? The downtown Washington Avenue Pedestrian Mall should be an active pedestrian area. The committee recommends the Washington Avenue Mall be opened to vehicular traffic. 0 SECURITY MISSION STATEMENT The State Capital, being the center of state wide government and the center of Lansing, the Capital City, is the attraction of all of Michigan citizens. The safety and security of the state's employees and citizens while on the State Capital Grounds is a paramount concern of government. The enhancement of police and security services in the "Michigan Capital Park" will include consider the state park grounds, the state park district, and the surrounding neighborhoods and business areas. Additonal and different methods of providing security and police service are recommended because of the expected attraction of visitors to the revitalized Lansing area. GOALS #1 Establish a mounted police force. Objective A. - Draft and'seek legislation that would allow police powers to be shared by the State Police, Michigan Capital Park. Security Officers, Lansing City Police, and Lansing Community College Police Officers in the "State Capital Park District". Obiective B. - Secure funding from the state, city, and college for establishing the mounted police force. Obiective C. - Select a site for housing and maintenance of the horses and equipment. Objective D. - Select officers from the State Police, Capitol Security, Lansing Community College for assignment to the Mounted Police "Corps". Objective E. - Establish a command structure for the assignments and control of the Mounted Police "Corps". #2 Enhance the use of Closed Circuit Television Monitors (C.C.T.V.) as a security method. Objective A. - Survey and establish the'location of additional C.C.T.V. Monitors for the security of the Michigan Capital Park. Objective B: - Establish a control center for the monitoring of C.C.T.V. screens. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. The grounds of the Michigan Capital Park and the Michigan Capital Park District should be patrolled, in part, by horse mounted police officers. 2. The city, -state, and college should contribute personnel to foster a mutual and cooperative stake in the security and safety of the Michigan Capital Park District.` 9 3. The Mounted Police "Corps" should have assigned police duties and only as a supplementary concern, be assigned for public relations activities. SUBGROUP COMMITTEE MEMBERS James Foulds, Mayor's Office, City of Lansing Ronald Roush, Director of Public Safety, Lansing Community College Richard Gleason, Chief of Police, City of Lansing Joseph J. Geshel, Post Commander, State Capitol Post Robert 0. Grounds, Security Officer, State Capitol Post Annette Erickson, Trooper, Lansing Post IDEAS CONSIDERED Ideas considered but not recommended were few. Funding sources for the establishment of the mounted patrol and any additional C.C.T.V. equipment will have to come from the normal budget process of each agency involved in this sub -group. Sponsorship by private or corporate entities was mentioned but not seriously considered.. Funding sources would be clarified if a "State Park Commission" were established to operate the "Capital State Park". COST ESTIMATES FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF MOUNTED PATROL" Horses (6)* $ 7200.00 0 Tack Seasonal Tack 270.00 Miscellaneous Tack 540.00 Feed (hay and oats) 2750.00 Bedding 936.00 Farrier 960.00 Veterinary 1500.00 TOTAL (first year cost) $16721.00 'The estimate is for the maximum cost. Donations and auctions would reduce this estimate by 50% most likely. **Barn construction, or rental, are not included due to uncertainty of Park borders, location, and availability of facilities in the Lansing area. The cost could be additional or be included by the cost reduction of purchase of horses. .ACTION NEEDED PRIOR TO ESTABLISHMENT OF MOUNTED PATROL Legislative action to change the authority of Capital Security Officers is needed if the park includes city property. Establishment of a Michigan Capital Park District should include the cooperative police authority of the city, state, and college so that•the.state's property, city's downtown area, and the campus could be policed by the.mount.ed officers. Creation of a "chain of command" on the supervision and administration of the Mounted Patrol. 10 The foregoing report stresses the establishment of a mounted patrol force for the Michigan Capital Park and the surrounding district as it is contemplated by the whole State Park Subcommittee. If the makeup and the boundaries change ultimately, then the recommendations and cost estimates would change also. Other aspects'of security, such as C.C.T.V. monitoring is already in place. It could be expanded readily without an additional study or any action from this subcommittee. Such a recommendation would, however, enhance such a project without a State Park designation for the State Capital Complex area. Philosophically, it appears that the adiminstrations of the city, state, and college police department would favor a mounted patrol. The efficiency of such an operation is the paramount concern that confronts police administrators everywhere. It is interesting to note however that the mounted concept has gained favor in the last two years despite tight budgets everywhere. If the Michigan Capital Park needs "something" to be remembered for it may well be the Mounted Patrol that people will remember most. 11 Capitol Restoration Subgroup Report CAPITOL BUILDING IN THE PUBLIC PARK The subcommittee has considered the importance of the Capitol Building and we strongly endorse the restoration of the building, as well as improvements in the Capital grounds with a restoration theme. The Capitol Building and grounds are a focal point for the Michigan Capital Park and Downtown Lansing, and therefore a key tourist attraction. From a distance, it appears that there have been few changes on the outside of Michigan's Capitol since 1879 when it was dedicated.. But there have been additions, changes, and deterioration which are evident up close. There have been even more changes inside this symbol of Michigan's 150 years of statehood. The Capitol Building has been crammed with extra floors, honey- combed with offices, subjected to countless renovations and re -decorations, until its designer Elijah E. Myers would scarcely recognize his creation. A valuable part of our heritage is threatened to be lost. Private citizens, legislative leaders, and the governor have recognized the importance or this architectural treasure. They realize that retaining the building as a "working Capitol" is the)best legacy for future generations. A cooperative effort, led by Friends of the Capitol, has already initiated some important steps towards restoring the original historic qualities of the Capitol Building. The foremost example of what the Capitol Building was and can be again is the entryway to the Senate Chamber. Completed in April 1986, this area of the Capitol Building on the second floor has been meticulously restored to the original, vibrant appearance of the 1870's. In the lobby outside the Senate Chamber, a door has opened to Michigan's past. A torch has been lit so that other areas may be restored. A Master Plan for the complete restoration of the Capitol Building is being prepared by a unique team of professionals qualified in special diciplines of historic preservation, led by Richard C. Frank, FAIA to be completed before the end of 1986. The plan will inlcude the results of extensive research on the building., site, architecture, engineering, use, space needs, exterior and interior treatment, phasing recommendations and future protection needs. During this time or until an oversight system is created, the subcommittee recommends that no changes or additions be made on the interior or the exterior of the Capitol Building or to the Capital grounds, such as new monuments, trees, markers, or appurtenances of any kind. In order to preserve the architectural integrity of the building, in particular, it is essential that an entity be created to oversee the proper maintenance and long-term preservation of the Capitol Building. Because of the significance and complexity of the Capitol Building, a special advisory body may need to be created for this exclusive purpose. 12 The decades of Capitol alterations reflect the tumultuous growth and change in our state. They were made for practical, functional reasons, not out of disrespect for the Capitol or its history, but as Michigan has matured as a State, its people have developed a growing appreciation for history. The Capitol Building is a central feature in the revitalization of Downtown Lansing. We believe that Michigan citizens realize that preserving the best of the past is a vital part of building a better future. 13 STATE CAPITAL PARK SUBCOMMITTEE Finance Committee Report Potential Sources of Funding for Michigan Capital Park Projects 1. Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund This fund was established to provide a permanent source of money for land acquisition and for the development of public recreation facilities. It derives revenue from oil, gas, and mineral leases on state owned lands and royalties earned under those leases. The legislation sets up a board to determine which lands will be acquired and which recreation projects will be funded, consisting of the Natural Resources Commission chair or DNR director, and four state residents appointed by the Governor. 2. Art in Public Places Fund Public Act 105 of 1980 established a Committee on Art in Public Places (now referred to as the Commission), as a state agency. The law allows the state to set aside up to one percent of the construction budget for new state buildings for the placement of works of art. There is also a provision for the use of.donated works of art, as well as fund-raising for the purchase and placement of existing works of art.. The act requires that Michigan artists be given preference. 3. Mason Building Fund This fund was established as a mechanism to collect rent from Mason Building occupants in order to pay back the bonds sold to construct the building. There is currently more money in this fund than is needed to pay off the bonds. Portions of this extra revenue have been used in the past for maintenance and repair projects in the building. New legislation would probably be required to use the funds for purposes not directly related to the building. 4. Private and Corporate Donations Efforts to set up a private foundation which would raise funds from private and corporate sources are ongoing. Another source of financial support might be corporate or private sponsorship of specific.site-improvements, events, or facilities. 5. State and Local Transportation Funds Transportation funds, under the control of the state Department of Transportation or the City of Lansing, may be used for some of the planned improvements, such as traffic control, landscaping of capitol area entrance .corridors, public transportation, and possibly others. 14 6. State General Fund State general funds can be used for a great variety of projects, the only limit being the total amount available and the many other interests that are vying for the same dollars. A new appropriation may be required to support new projects, although there may be existing programs within state agencies to fund appropriate activities. Some examples are the DMB lump sum planning fund, the Commerce Yes M!ch!gan program, and the outstate equity program. 7. Fees for Services, Rental Income There may be activities for which fees may be charged within the state capitol park, such as movies, cultural events and concessions. In addition, there has been discussion about restaurant space, and special events space, for which rent may be collected. 8. Bonding The sale of state bonds, a traditional method for financing the. construction of public facilities, is a possibility. The use of general obligation bonds, which pledge the full faith and credit of the state and are repaid by the state general fund, is limited by a requirement that it be . approved byla vote of the people. The State Building Authority is a mechanism for sale of revenue bonds for state agency and higher education facilities, which are repaid by rent payments from the future occupants. At the present time, the bonding limit, set by statute, has been reached. New legislation to raise that cap would be required for additional funds. 9. Michigan Capital State Park District Maintenance Endowment Fund A special fund should be established to support a continous quality maintenance program and minimize the impact on maintenance operations due to fluctuations in the economy. For the exterior landscape of state-owned property in the Michigan Capital Park District., an endowment fund supported by a combination of funds from government, industry, business and individuals should be organized. 10. Non -Motorized Trail Fund M.D.O.T. administers a fund which provides monies that could be used for construction of a bicycle path from Lansing to M.S.U., and possibly for other linkages associated with the Michigan Capital Park District. 11. Michigan Capital Park District Foundation The following forms outline the process that the Michigan State Fair followed to receive non-profit status. (Friends.of the Michigan State Fair) Also included are the forms to become a charitable trust and the draft bylaws and bylaws to become a registered foundation. We recommend that a Michigan Capital.Park District Foundation be established as soon as possible, using the State Fair information and brochure, as guidelines for it's development. 15 W0ELCOMEI FROM THE FRIENDS THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIR. There are a few traditions and Institutions so special to so many people that they become a part of a way of life. For over 138 years the Michigan State Fair has been such an institu- tion, showcasing all of what Is great about Michigan —it's agriculture, business, enter- tainment and, most importantly, its people. To insure the future vitality of the Michigan State Fair, concerned citizens have formed The Friends of the Michigan State Fair Foundation, a non-profit organizes- tion dedicated to the preservation and ongo- ing improvement of this great institution. With your tax-deductable donation you can become a Friend of the Fair, supporting an ambitious growth and renovation program that will keep this na- tion's oldest State Fair its best. It Is a sound Investment for anyone, today, and for gen- erations to conic. I urge you to consider this unique opportunity to support your State Fair and return your pledge today. Keep the tradition growing. BE A FRIEND OF THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIRI Thank you. (1 , , ' " " Ernest Girbach Chairman WITHYOURDOLLARS... The Friends of the Michigan State Fair Foun- dation will undertake planning, development and renovation projects to initiate and com- plement the future growth of the Michigan State Fair. First of these projects will be the creation of a THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIR HERITAGE CENTER, to be located in and adjoining existing and new buildings on the Fairgrounds. The Center will highlight some of the more memorable events and activities occurring In the Fair's rich, 138 year history. If you have old State Fair memorabilia (pho- tos, posters, prizes, etc.) you would like displayed In the Center, the Friends of the Fair would like to hear from you. Other future projects under consideration are new entertainment grand- stands and badly needed Improvements to midway areas. WITHYOURHELP... The Michigan State Exposition and Fair- grounds will be a modern, year -'round, multi -purpose complex many acres larger than Its present size. It will be a recreational, educational, community -oriented center representing all segments of the diverse Michigan economy for the enjoyment of every citizen and guest. To make this dream a reality we need a little help from our friends. We need your membership as a FRIEND OF THE FAIR. Please look at the five giving opportunities available and select the level of "FRIEND" you would like to become. Detach the page and return the completed form with your payment or pledge. Thank you for your support. Y-- i 0 0 1 r` pph ; .Ni U E .. a LU ni ni E y 5 ca O�.o m �mz0 W a M z? P� •� m awz0z F a O a ` Z wyaaOy y �0 ?I a N I I FOR YOUR SUPPORT... The Friends of the Michigan State Fair would like to express their appreciation for every level contribution received, In the following ways: Annual contributors of S25-f 100 will receive: A special member pin A subscription to the Friends of the Fair Newsletter SPONSORING MEMBERS In addition to the above, contributors of f 100-11500 annually will receive: Reduced rate State Fair passes V.I.P. Invitations to special social events A EAT RQU HILK0ER Patron Members, contributors of f500- f 1,000, annually are given the above plus: A personalized photo with the Governor A plaque from the Friends of the Fair Identifying you or your organization as a Patron Member and Stale Fair supporter CHARTER MEMBER A Charter Member with a donation of 51,000-f5,000 annually receives everything listed above except: State Fair passes arc provided free of cost Special seating arrangements for State Fair events A special invitation to the annual Governor's Dinner HERITAGE CLUB For donations over f 5,000 contributors will receive all awards and priviledges shown above. in addition, their name will be added to a permanent bronze plaque to be housed In the State Fair Museum. W0HAT IS THE FRIENDS THE FAIR FOUNDATION? The Friends of the Michigan State Fair Foun- dation Is a non-profit corporation funded solely through solicitations of gifts and dona- tions from the public, private Industry, and other foundations. The organirrtlon was formed in 1` 1986 for educational and Information put- {: poses, to receive and disburse funds, prop- t erty and gifts exclusively for the development and maintenance of the Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds. FB IENDS OF THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIR OARD OF DIRECTORS James H. Anderson Donald Archibald Jack Bain Ernest Baker Gloria Bdlalrs Keith Brown Bob Burrier James E. Byrum Del Chapman Edward Decb Ernest Girbach Cbairman Jon Greenberg Harold A. Haering .John C. Hertel Morris W. Hood, Sr. James B. Jones Duane Lewis Dr. Dennis Lyne Dr. Richard Marburger Mr. & Mrs. Paul Nine Dean Pridgeon Edith Rose Harry Ryba Vice-Cbalrman Ant Vartebedlan Charles Walby FRIENDS OF THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIR 1120 RYst Slate Fair Detroit, M148203 II(EEP THEOLDEST STATE FAIR HE BEST STATE FAIR! Be A Friend of the Fair. 47 �;"+�..� x `• ;'`�� - ';+f`.���`; . �'' ice' ��1 ",ri:•" C f' i•',. a -v`cI%, `J��`: �`K•\ .i:••,. , \ t. ` ,vim,. r: r�,a,�;,,.�r-�,► _•-C� . Aj r3�9'fY9sr�.c.st�°2'"►!�'i�:�'�.I�w>': j,'"Mcbigan ' epartment of ominerce Kang;ttig, Mid)igan G-Sr to� 6el`t6 1 A r t i cl es of I n c o r p o r a t i on of FRIENDS -OF MICHIGAN STATE FAIR were,duly filed in this office on the 6th day of May, 1983, in conformity with Act 162, Public Acts of 1982. r r •� �r'��t'�' �Y .. •n.i!..J. .�i MW land, alai �� die Jea.1 of tfe" 09 aetinelz m, tire, 6 ry ofrairs<i�; flue: 6 th y a�' May 83 OCUMENT WILL BE RETURNED TO NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS 1:0IC:TED 1-1 THE BOX BELOW. Include name, street and number (or P.Q. box), - ­ity, state and ZIP code. Telephone: ' Area Code 313 Ernest Girbach 1120 W. State Fair Ave. Number 429-5017 Detroit, Michigan - 48203 INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS 1. Submit one original copy of this document. Upon filing, a microfilm copy will be prepared for the records of the Corporation and Serities Bureau. The original copy will be returned to the address appearing icu n the box above as evidence of filing. Since this document must be microfilmed, it is important that the filing be legible. Documents with poor black and white contrast, or otherwise illegible, will be rejected. 2: This document is to be used pursuant to the provisions of Act 162, P.A. of 1982 by one or more persons for the purpose of forming a domestic nonprofit corporation. 3. Article II - The spec ific• purpose for which the corporation is organized must be included. It is not sufficient to -.state. -that the corporation may engage in any activity within the purposes for which corporations may be organized under the Act: 4. Article III -*Complete item III(1) or 111(2)•as appropriate, but not both. 5. Article IV - A post office box may not be designated as the street address of the registered office. The mailing address may differ from the address of the registered office only if a post office box address in the same city as the registered office is designated as the mai'ling address._ _ ' 6. Article V - The Act requires one or more incorporators. The addresses should include a street -number and name (or other designation), city and state,. 7. This docurt:ent is effective on the date erapproved the daand filed of by the Bu ry, mayeaube�statedtas effective date, no -more than 90 day aft an additional article. B. This document must be signed in ink by each incorporator. However, if there are 3 solution adopted at the organizational meeting or more incorporators, they may, by re by a written instrument, designate one of them to sign the articles of incorporation on behalf of all of these. In such event, these articles of incorporation must be accompanied by a copy of the resolution duly certified by the acting secretary at the organizational meeting and a statement must be placed in the articles incorporating that resolution into them. _ '-----------------------$10.00 9. FEES: Filing fee-----------`---""""'""-"""--""""--- $10.00 Franchise fee------------------------------------------------------- $20.00 Total fees (Make remittance payAble to State of Michigan ------- .10. • Mail farm and -fee to: Michigan Department of Commerce Corporation and Securities -Bureau Corporation Division P.O. Box 30054 -- .... Lansing, Michigan 48909 Telephone: (517) 373-0493 - 4 _ ARTICLE III 1 2. If organized on a nonstock basis, the description and. value of its real property assets are: (if none, insert "none") .r None , and the description and value of its personal property.assets are: (if none, insert none"). None ...: , . The corporation is to be financed under 'the following general plan: Solicited contributions from members. The corporation is organized -on a membership basis. ,,---..bersnir or directorship) ARTICLE IV 1. The address of the registered office is: 1120 W. State Fair Ave. Detroit Michigan 48203 Street Address City) (ZIP Code) 2. The mailing address of the registered office if different than above: Michigan . . Box City JZIP Code 3. The name of the resident agent at. the registered office is: Ernest Girbach ncTtri r V The name(s) and address(es) of all the incorporator(s) is (are) as follows: Name Residence or Business Address Ernest Girbach 2693 Arkona Rd., Saline, MI 48176 _ Delmont Chapman 10955 N. Dixie Hwy., So. Rockwood, -MI 48179 Harry Ryba 11656 Meadow Lane, Warren, MI 48093 17 Articl.^•VI (Optional. Delete in its entirety if not applicable ) Any action required or permitted by the Act to be taken at an annual or special meeting of shareholders or members may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice, and without a vote, if a consent in ::riling, setting forth the ,action so taken, is signed by the.holders of outstanding stock or members having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take the action at a meeting at which all shares or members entitled to vote thereon were present and voted. Prompt notice of the .taking ofshareholderscorporate oraction membersiwhouhavemnoticonsentedless inhwritingan �mous consent shall be given t Use space below for additional Articles or for continuation of previous Articles.' Please identify any Article being continued or added.Attach additional pages if needed. I (We), the incorporator(s) sign my (our) name(s) this 15th day of Aaril 20 -�5-'502 (Rev.1-63) -- MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMME (For Bureau usc_ only) CORPORATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER -CORPORATION AND FILED MAY 5- 1983 Administrator 4oratif & ITIES B Date Received ARTICLES:OF INCORPORATION For use by Domestic Nonprofit Corporations (Please read instructions on last page before completing form) Pursuant to the provisions of Act 162, Public Acts of 1982, the undersigned corporation executes the following Articles: .Article I The _name of the corporation is: FRIENDS OF MICHIGAN STATE FAIR Article II The purpose or purposes fcr ;which the corporation is organized are Organize membership among varied interest groups who share desire to promote and redevelop facilities for an agricultural State Fair and utilize the facility for year-round recreational, cultural and educational events. Article III The corporation is organized upon a non -stock basis. (stock or nonstock) _ •1. If organized on a stock. basis, the aggregate number of shares which the corporation has authority to issue is . If the shares j are, or are to be, divided into classes, the designation of each class, the number of shares in each class, and the relative rights, preferences and limitations of the shares of each class are as follows: Crss-loco (Rev. 3.85) FOR BUREAU USE ONLY kaCtHGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE i _.. _ 1985 MICHIGAN ANNUAL REPORT — NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS FILING' FEI $10.00 (Please read instructions, on reverse side before completing form) This report shall be filed by all nonprofit corporations on or before October 1, 1985. This report is required in accordance with thi: rovisions of Section 911 Act 162 Public Acts of 1982. Penalties may be assessed under the Act for failure to file. This Return Must be Filed on or before October 1,, 1985 Insert Corporation Number 889 t S 1 , 1. Corporate Name FRIENDS OF MICHIGAN STATE FAIR 1120 W. STATE. f AI � AVE*- :: DETROIT MI _ 48203 i 2. Resident Agent ERNEST G1SSACH 4. Federal Employer No. 5. Term of Existence (if not perpetual) P" RP ET UAL 6. The Act Under Which Incorporated. (if other than 7. State of li 1931. P.A. 327. as amended, or 1982, P.A. 162) 10. Corporate Officers and Directors FILING FEE: S10.00 MAKE REMITTANCE PAYABLE TO: "STATE OF MICHIGAN" RETURN TO: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE CORPORATION AND SECURITIES BUREAU P.O. BOX 30057 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909 3. Registered Office Address in Michigan — No.. Street, City, Zip 1120 W. STATE FAIR A VE. DETROIT 48203 9. Date of Admit (Foreign Corp.) OFFICE NAME, STREET & NUMBER, CITY, STATE & ZIP CODE _ President O.J.Scherschligt,Acting President,1120 W.State Fair Ave.,Detroit,MI 48203 _ NONE ELECTED — CORPORATION INACTIVE _ 'Secretary c � ' ` N o. Treasurer o ' Vice -President Director H H Director d� tDirector i Director I i M . 11. The authorized capital stock, if any, is 12. The purposes of the corporation: Organize' membersh: , and the number of shares is among varied interest groups who share 13. The value of all real and personal. property!and cash owned at time of filing this report: $NQOe _ (11 none. insert 'None") 14. The nature and kind of business in which the corporation has engaged during the year covered by this report: Process of organization only. 15. What, if any, distribution of funds has been made to any members or shareholders during the year covered by this report: (If none, insert "None") None 16. A statement of the aggregate amount of any loans, advances, overdrafts or withdrawals and repayments thereof made to or by officurs, directors, menibers, or sharuhuldurs of ilia corporation otherwise than .in the ordinary and usual course of business of the corporation and on the ordinary and usual terms of payment and• security at the time of filing. (If none, insert "None") - 1 DATE SIGNED January 8, 1986 BY —(�(Signature of Authorized Olficer or Agent) O_ J. Scherschligtr ACtina Pr.Psident 22 .r vo.0 1023 Application for Recognition of Exemption OUNNo. 15'5-°°s1111 (Rev. July 1981) Eapkea Mahn 91, 19" Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code o rofRod In he key � 0epartmerrl of the Treswry Internal Roeene service the oManization has its For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see page 1 of the Instructions. principal office or place of business. This application, when properly completed, constitutes the notice required under section 508(a) of the Internal Revenue Code so that an applicant may be treated as described In section 501(c)(3) of the Code, and the notice required under section 508(b) for an organization claiming not to be a private foundation within the meaning of section 509(a). (Read the Instructions for each part carefully before making any entries.) The organization must have an organizing instrument (see Part II) before this applica- tion may be filed. Part I —Identification 1 Full name of organization FRIENDS OF MICHIGAN-STATE FAIR 3(a) Address (number and street) 1120 14. State Fair Dr. 3(b) City or town. State, and ZIP code Detroit, MI 48203 5 M-onth the annual accounting period ends December I vow 1 E(l) Has the organization filed Federal income tax returns? . . . . . . . . . If "Yes." state the form number(s), year(s) filed, and Internal Revenue office where filed Do. .••... 2 Employer identification number (If none, attach Form Ss-4) Attached Check here if applying under section: 501(e) M 501(f) 4 Name and phone number of person to be contacted V.7V 1 L.J. . . 0 Yes © No 8(b) Has the organization filed exempt organization information returns? . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes Q No If "Yes," state the form number(s), year(s) filed, and Internal Revenue office where filed p►,•••___ . Part II. —Type of Entity and Organizational Documents (see instructions) Check the applicable entity box below and attach a conformed copy of the organization's organizing and operational _�_-umer,ts as indicated for each entity. 0 Corporation —Articles of incorporation, bylaws, n Trust —Trust indenture. 0 Other —Constitution or articles, bylaws. Part Ill. —Activities and Operational Information 1 Wh, t are or will be the organization's sources of financial Support? List in order of magnitude. If a part of the receipts is or will be derived from the earnings of patents, copyrights, or other assets (excluding stock, bonds, etc.), identify the item as a separate source of receipts. Attach representative copies of solicitations for financial support. Contributions from members 'L Describe the organization's fund-raising program, both actual and planned, and explain to what extent it has been put into effect. (include details of fund-raising activities such as selective mailings, formation of fund-raising committees, use of professional fund raisers, etc.) Sale of memberships and periodic solicitation of members only. �nuer inn penmmes of perjury that 1 am authorized to sign this application on behalf of the above organization and 1 have examined :,an, inthe accornpdnyrnl3 statements, and to the best of my knowledge it is true, correct, and complete. _....s.. �' ti / S,gnaturc) - -1_ (p1.�------`-• �e 3 G (Title or authui�tiyof-a--g-n--n-r-)------ ---------- 23 'form 1023 (Rev. 7-81) hgo 2 i Part ill. —Activities and Operational Information (Continued) 3 Give a narrative description of the activities presently carried on by the organization, and those that will be carried on. It the organization is not fully operational, explain what stage of development its activities have reached, what further steps re- main for the organization to become fully operational, and when such further steps will take place. The narrative should spe- cifically identify the services performed or to be performed by the organization. (Do not state the purposes of the organization , in general terms or repeat the language of the organizational documents.) If the organization is a school, hospital, or medical research organization, include enough information in your description to clearly show that the organization meets the defi- nition of that particular activity that is contained in the instructions for Part VII—A. This organization is in its formulative stage of soliciting memberships among interest groups who share the desire to develop additional facilities and better utilization of the Michigan Exposition and State Fairgrounds in Detroit, Michigan. These activities involve year -around programs including agricultrual, recreational, cultural, and educational events for metropolitan and out -State visitors. m 4 The membership of the organization's governing body is: (a) Names, addresses, and duties of officers, directors, trustees, etc. I (b) Specialized knowledge, training, ex- pertise, or particular qualifications Ernest Girbach - Incorporator 2693 Arkona Rd., Saline, MI 48176 Del Chapman - Incorporator 10955 N. Dixie Hwy. South Rockwood, MI 48179 H.R. Ryba - Incorporator 11656 Meadow Lane, Warren, MI 48093 24 Fo►rn.1023 (Rev; 7-51) FW 3 Part Ill. —Activities and Operational Information (Continued) 4 (c) Do any of the above persons serve as members of the governing body by reason of being public officials or being appointed by public officials? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a Yes ® No If "Yes," name those persons and explain the basis of their selection or appointment. e - (d) Are any members of the organization's governing body "disqualified persons" with respect to the organi- zation (other than by reason of being a member of the governing body) or do any of the members have either a business or family relationship with "disqualified persons?" (See specific instruction 4(d).) . Yes El No If "Yes," explain. (e) Have any members of the organization's governing body assigned income or assets to the organization? . Yes 0 No If "Yes," attach a copy of assignment(s) and a list of items assigned. , (f) Is it anticipated that any current or future member of the organization's governing body will assign income or assets to the organization? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cl Yes Z1 No If "Yes," explain fully on an attached sheet. 5 Does the organization control or is it controlled by any other organization? . . . . . . . . . . . Yes J] No Is the organization the outgrowth of another organization, or does it have a special relationship to another organization by reason of interlocking directorates or other factors? . . . . . . . . . . . . . El Yes E] No If either of these questions is answered "Yes," explain. 5 Is the organization financially accountable to any other organization? . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes ® No If "Yes," explain and identify the other organization. Include details concerning accountability or attach copies of reports if any have been submitted. 7 (a) What assets does the organization have that are used in the performance of its exempt function? (Do riot include prop- erty producing investment income.) If any assets are not fully operational, explain their status, what additional steps re- main to be completed, and when such final steps will be taken. None (b) To what extent have you used, or do you plan to use contributions as an endowment fund, i.e., hold contributions to pro- duce income for the support of your exempt activities? None a (a) What benefits, services, or products will.the organization provide that are related to its exempt function? Information concerning activities, events, and plans relating to development of the facility as described in Part III - Activities and Operational Infomation. 25 Paig. 4 form 1023 (Raw. 7-81) Part III. —Activities and Operational Information (Continued) '• 8 (b) Have the recipients been required or. will they be required to pay for the organization's benefits, a Yes ®Pao services, or products? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . If "Yes;' explain and show how the charges are determined. 9 Does or will the organization limit its benefits, services, or products to specific classes of individuals? . . . 0 Yes ® No if "Yes," explain how the recipients or beneficiaries are or will be selected. 10 Is the organization a membership organization? ... 0 Yes (] No If "Yes." complete the following: (a) Describe the organization's membership requirements and attach a schedule of membership fees and dues. Anyone interested in the Michigan State Fair in eligible for membership. Range of membership dues not yet determined. (b) Describe your present and proposed efforts to attract members, and attach a copy of any descriptive literature or promotional material used for this purpose. No literature has been designed (c) Are benefits, services, or products Iirnited to members? . If "No," explain. for promotional purposes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [2—Yes No 11 Does or will the organization enrage in ,ictiv!ties tending to influence legislation or intervene in any in [3 Yes Q No political campaigns? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If "Yes." explain. (Note: You r^111 :'&h to file Form 5768, Election/[?evocation of Election by an Eligible Section 501(c) (3) Organization to &lake Expenditures to Influence Legislation.) 12 Does the organization Piave a {pension plan for employees . . . . . . No Yes 13 (a) Are you filing Form 1023 within 15 months from the end of the month in which you were created or formed as required by section 508(a) and the related Regulations? (See general instructions.) .' . 0 Yes n No (b) If you answer "No." to 13(3) and you claim that you fit an exception to the notice requirements under section 508(a), attach an explanation of your basis for the claimed exception. Exception (b) in Gen' 1 Instructic (c) if you answer "No, to 13(a) and section 508(a) does apply to you, you may be eligible for relief under section 1.9100 of the Income Tax Regulations from the application of section 508(a). Do you wishto • ❑Yes No ! request relief? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (d) If you answer "Yes," to 13(c) attach a detailed statement that satisfies the requirements.of Rev. Proc. 79-63. (e) If you answer "No," to both 13(a) and 13(c) and section 508(a) does apply to you, your exemption can be recognized only from the date this application is filed with your key District Director. Therefore, do you want us to consider your application as a request for recognition of exemption from the date the ® application is received and not retroactively to the date you were formed? . . . . . . . . Q Yes No. Part IV. —Statement as to Private Foundation Status 1 Is the organization a private foundation? . . . . . . . . . U rey kj 2 If you answer "Yes," to question 1 and the organization claims to be a private operating foundation, check here D and -complete Part�Vlll. 3 If yoU answer "No," to question 1 indicate the type of ruling you are requesting regarding the orranization's status under section 509 by checking the box(es) that apply below: 4 (a) Definitive ruline under section 509(a)(1), (2). (3). or (4) ► :`{. Complete Part VII. (b) Advance ruling under section ► I170(b)(1)(A)(vi) or ► 509(a)(2)—see instructions. (c) Extended advance ruling under section ► U 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) or ► 509(a)(2)—see instructions. (Note: If you want an extended advance ruling you must check the appropriate boxes for both 3(b) and 3(c).) 26 Part V.—Financlal Data Page 5 ForM*1023. (Rey. 7-81) Statement of Support,- Revenue, and Expenses for period ending ............................. 19......... 1 1 Gross contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Gross dues and assessments of members . . . . . . . . . . • 3 (a) Gross amounts derived from activities related to organization's exempt purpose 3 (b) Minus cost of sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a 4 (a) Gross amounts from unrelated business activities . . . . c (b) Minus cost of sales . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ca t: 5 (a) Gross amount received from sale of assets, excluding inventory o a items (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a 5 c'n (b) Minus cost or other basis and sales expenses of assets sold 6 6 Investment income (see instructions) . . . . • 7 Total support and revenue. None .received as of. date of .this £ Lt1 8 8 Fund raising expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 9 Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts paid (attach schedule) . • . • . . . 10 10 Disbursements to or for benefit of members (attach schedule) . . • • ' ' . ' . . 11 11 Compensation of officers, directors, and trustees (attach schedule) . . . . . . . 12 w , 12 Other salaries and wages . . . . . . . . . . • • • • ' ' ' . . 13 a 13 Interest . . . • • • • • • • • • • . ' ' ' . ' ' . . 14 w 14 Rent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 15 Depreciation and depletion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Other (attach schedule).. . . . . . . . . . . • • • • • • • ' 17 Total expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Excess of support and revenue over r•,cpenses (line 7 minus line 17) . . None . Enter Beginning date Balance Sheets dates a i 16 17 18 Ending date Assets None . None 19 Cash (a) Interest bearing accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 (b) Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 20 Accounts receivable, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 21 Inventories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 22 Bonds and notes (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . 223 Corporate stocks (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . . 23 24 Mortgage loans (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 25 Other investments (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 26 Depreciable and depletable assets (attach schedule) . . . . . . 26 27 27 Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Other assets (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 29 None None 29 Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Liabilities 30 Accounts payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 31 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., payable . . . . . . . . . . . 31 32 Mortgages and notes payable (attach schedule) . . . . . . . . . 32 • 33 Other liabilities (attach schedules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 None None 34 Total liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fund Balances or Net Worth 35 None None 35 Total fund balances or net worth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Total liabilities and fond balances or net worth (line 34 plus line 35) . 1 36 None None Has there been any substantial change in any aspect of your financial activities since the period ending date shown above? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . Yes No If "Yes." attach a detailed explanation. Part VI. —Required Schedules for Special Activities If "Yes." And, check r: schediflee- 1 Is the organization, or any part of it. a school? . A 2 Does the organization provide or administer any scholarship benefits, student aid, etc.? B Y 3 Has the organization taken over, or will it take over, the facilities of a "for profit" institution? . C 4 Is the organization, or any part of it, a hospital or a medical research organization? . D 5 Is the organization, or_any part of it, a home for the aged? . E - 6 Is It,,!oliz.rnitatioo. or any part of it, a litigating organization (public interest law firm or similar organization)? . F 7 Is the organization, or any part of it, formed to promote amateur sports competition? . G 27 i Form 1023 (Rov. 7-81)o (� S Part VII.—Non•Private Foundation Status (Definitive ruling only) ' A. —Basis fo► Non -Private Foundation Status i The organization is not a private ioundation because it qualifies as: J Kind of organization Within the meaning of Complete 1 a church Sections 509(a)(1)% and 170(b)(1)(A)(i) 2 _ _ a school andtrons 170(b)(01)(A)(h) _ a Hospital Sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(iii) 3 4 j/�// "M /��/ _ a medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital Sections _509(a)(i) and 170(b)(1)(A)(iii) 5 ,•%j/' being organized and operated exclusively for testing, for public safety Section 509(a)(4) G being operated for the benefit of a college or university which is owned or operated by a governmental unit Sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) Part VII.-f3 7 norrnally receiving a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or front the f;eneral public Sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) Part VII.-8 normally receiving not more than one-third of its support from gross investment income 8 �• •• and more than one-third of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross receipts frorn activities related to its exempt functions (subject to certain exceptions) Section 509(n)(2) Part Vil.-F3 being operated solely for the benefit of or in connection with one or more of the organi- nations describer! in ) through 4, or 6, 7, and 8 above Section 509(a)(3) Part VII.-C 9 I B.—Analysis of Financial Support (a) Most re- (Years next precedinry cent tax most recent tax year) year -- i - (e) Total 1 Gifts, 19........ (b) 10........ (c) 19........ (d) 19........ grants, and contribu• — tions received . 2 Membership fees received � 'Notut ec.eived as f date of this filing. 3 Gross receipts from admis• sions, sales of merchandis- or services, or furnishing of facilities in any activity which is not an unrelated business within the meaning of section 513 . . . . . . 4 Gross investment income (see instructions for defini- tion) . . . . . . . . 5 Net income from organiza- tion's unrelated business ac- tivities not included on line 4 6 Tax revenues levied for and either paid to or spent on be- half of the organization 7 Value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization with. out charge (not including the value of services or facilities generally furnished the public without charge) . . . . 8 Other income (not including Cain or loss from sale of cap- ital assets) —attach sched- ule.., 9 Total of lines 1 through 8 . 10 Line 9 minus line 3 . 11 Enb_r 2% of line 10, column (e) only 12 If the organization has received any unusual grants during any of the above tax years, attach a list for each year showing the name of the contributor, the date and amount of grant, and a brief description of the nature of such grant. Do not include Stich grants on line 1 above —(See instructions). 28 1 A 0 *U.S. GOVCRNMMUT►win"nNG OPI-IGI1: fa.Y--443-723 SS-4 Application far Employer Identification Number %4 I (For use by employers and others as explained In the Instructions. te's 1.eaw,y Please read the Instnrtions beta's eomplstleig this torn.) .; r tat flzrrres 5srr,ca OMe Mo. 1545-GG33 Expires 7-3G-a 1 Name ;True name aryl not trade name. if partnership. see page IJ 2 social saeurity no., it sale ProprietorI 3 Ending month of ac:ountina �rtPn>ic of ki h gam State —Fair et -en m ♦ Trace nams. if any, of business (if different from item 1) 5 Genarat partner's Rama. i1 partnership; principal or.,cer t name, it corporation; Cl grantor's name, it trust Aedress cf Principal place of business (Number and street) 7 Mailing address, if different 120 W. State Fair Dr. _- 9 County of principal business )oration e City. State. and ZIP cede Detroit. MI 48203 Wayne :J Type of organization 0�-1 rr--� 11 busiOstoness you acquired day. or started this ❑ Individual I.� Trust I� Partnership ❑ Other (specify) business (Mo.. day, year) J Governmental ® Nonprofit organization ❑ Corporation 1_ Reason far applying Formed non— rofit 13 First 6-83 s!b yousin ssid or will pay wages ^'t Started new Purchased Outer p for this business (Mo.. day. Year) LJ business ong re'f 11• be i rl ❑ gI3(ng business (specify) organ Za ion — i� 14 Nre atuof principal business activity (See Instructions on pace 4.) (Need Fed. I.D. Number 16 Do Y°u of business? ❑ Yale ® No :.may, - f grntta Fit r through centrib tti ons - ld4 P'eeh numbnumber of employes,a Nongricultural I Agricultural I Household 17 It nature of business is manufsetur• expected in next 12 montf» 0 Imamate itstall used. rincIpel product and raw (it non&, enter " W) 13 Taisho do you sail most of your products or services? ❑ ants (wholesale) ❑ G=1 a (rstsil) ❑ (spipi:If ) It Have you ever applied for an ideettitfation number for this or any other business? ❑ Yes a No It "yes." wall ram and hest& mete. Ate& enter, aW=. date. db, sd SUM sisre you sepllad ed I numbse It tnwn. under eximuss M parp,, 1 e that I hew gasm,"" this application, and to the brit of my tnesbdp and baled it is Telephone number (include area code) ttrue.an.ct. ed a•.ryo J. SC rsc : t, Gen. Mgr` r r 368-1000 signsweve and MUG soAt'C/coat. . Goo. Ind. class I Size Raises. tar appl. Part blaoi� I I V 5 �� 29 Una 10.—Noto the following before you check: Governmental. —This box is for an or. ganization that is a State, county, school district, municipality, etc., or one that is re!ated to such entities, such as a county hospital or city library. Nonprofit orpanization (other than gov- ernmental). --This Ocx is for. religious, . c.,`,3ritable, scientific, literary, educational, humsna, or `taternal, etc., organizations. Generally, a nonprofit organization must apply to IRS for an exemption from Federal Income tax. Details on how to apply are •n IRS Publication 557, Tax -Exempt Status for Your Organization. Lino 11.—For trusts, enter the date the trust was legal:y created. For estates, enter the date of death of the decedent whose name appears on line 1. Lino 14.—Describe the principal husi- ness' engaged in. See the examples that follow. • - (a) Governmental. —State the type of governmental organization (whether it is a State, county, school district, munici- pality,, etc.) or- its relationship to such en- tities (for example, a county hospital, city library, etc.). (b) Nonprofit (other than governmen- tal). —State whether it is organized for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, educational, or humane purposes, and state the principal activity (for example, religious orl'3nization—hospital; charita- ble orR3rization—home for the aged; etc.). Page 4 (c). Mining and quarrying. —State the process and the principal product (for ex- ample, .mining bituminous coal, contract drilling for oil, quarrying dimension done, etc.). (d) Contract construction —State whether it is general contracting or special trade contracting, and show the type of work normally performed (for example, general contractor for residential buildings, electrical subcontractor. etc.). (a) Trade. —State the type of sale and the principal line of goods sold (for exam- ple, wholesale dairy products, manufac- turer's representative for mining machin- ery, retail Hardware. etc.). (0 Manufacturing. —State the type of establishment operated (for example, saw- mill, vegetable cannery, etc.). On line 17 state the principal product manufactured and the raw material used. (g) Other activities. —State the exact type of business operated (for example, ad- vertising agency, farm, labor union, real estate agency, steam laundry, rental of coin -operated vending machines, invest- ment club, etc.). Where to file.— ll hour arIncfpsl btni- ness, ce ar n;enc)r. ar lepl rasidsnee on Fite with the the use of aw ihdlvld- internal Revenue wl, is locabd In: Service Center at: Nry Jersey. New York City and counties of Nassau, Rockland. Holtsville. NY 00501 Suffolk, and Wed. chester Now York (all uther counties), Connecticut. Andover, MA Os�t Maine, Massachusetts. New Hampshire, Rhoda Island. Vermcnt District of Culumhia. Delaware, Moryiand. ' Phdndelphla. PA 1925` Pennsylvania Alabama. Florida. Gcoraia. Mississippi. Atlanta. GA 3110: South Carolina Michigan, Ohio Cincinnati. OH 45993 Arkansas. Kansas. Louisiana, New Mex- A,jslin. Tx 733:.: mo. Oklahoma, Texas Alaska, Arizona. Col. orado. Idaho, Minne- sota. Montane, No- braska. Nevada, North Ogden. UT ii42::' Dakota, Orego.1. Scuth Dakota. Utah, Wash- ington. Wyoming Illinois, Iowa, Kansas City, MO 649or. Missouri. Wiscons.n California, Hawaii Fresno. CA 93899 Indiana. Kentucky. North Carolina, 7 en- Memoh:s. TN 375G: nessee. Virginia, West Virginia If you have no legal residence, vencipal place of business, or principal cftice or agency in any Internal Revenue district, fife your return with the Internal Revenue Serv- ice Center, Philadelphia. PA 19255. Please s;gn and date this application 30 (517) 373-1152 STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL INITIAL CHARITABLE TRUST/ CHARITABLE SOLICITATION QUESTIONNAIRE aeturn form to: Charitable Trust Section 670 Law Building 525 West Ottawa Street Lansing, MI 48913 PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT IN -INK Legal Name of Organization: Friends of Michigan State Fair ��ddress: 1120 W. State Fair Ave., Detroit, Michigan 48203 Nu=: •rnis roan wiii not be processed with- out a copy of the Articles of Incorpora- tion, Constitution &• Bylaws, Trust Agree- ment or other creating document. ;Incorporated? /7 YES /% N0. Date created 5/6/83 State of MI "f yes, attach complete copy of Articles of Incorporation as accepted by -.he appropriate state agency. If no, attach Constitution & Bylaws or Trust ..greement . Purpose of organization: To create an awareness and support for the Michigan State pair as an agricultural fair and vear-round recreation facilit Is the organization registered as a Charitable Trust and/or licensed to solicit donations in Michigan with the Michigan Department of Attorney General? / 7 YES /X% NO. If yes, provide file numbers: CT MICS '. Does the or anization have a tax exemption under IRS 501(c)(3)? /% YES / NO. . If no, A. Has it applied for 501 (c) (3) status? /R7 YES /% NO. B. Has it been turned down? /% YES /x% NO. If yes, explain: 501 (c)(3) status was requested May 13, 1986 (see attached). C. List any other exemption you have obtained or that is pending from IRS: 3. Does the organization plan to solicit contributions? /X/ YES NO. A. Solicit from the public (this includes corporations, individuals, groups, etc.)? / )/ YES /% NO. B. Solicit grants? / W YES /_% NO. If yes, from whom? private corporations C. Solicit . from its members? /x% YES /% NO. Explain: Solicit contributions from time to time in promoting the welfare of the MI Exposition & Fairgrounds D. Solicit from any other source? �L% YES /% NO. Explain: Will solicit private support to helQ meet the educational ana Pxpgaitinnai needs of the MI Exposition & Fairgrounds, - - 31 4. Does the organization anticipate soliciting contributions of more than $8,000 per year from the public in Michigan? /k /• YES /% NO. "5. Are persons compensated for solicitations or for the sale of tickets or other items? / 7 YES / NO. If yes, explain fully: Licensed fund raising consultants may be retained to assist in the planning_ of \ solicitations. (Submit copies of contracts with professional fund raisers. "Consul- tants" and persons selling items on your behalf are included in this category.) o. Does the organization request contributions only for.. the relief or.. benefit of a named individual, with all fund raising conducted by persons who are unpaid for their services? /7 YES /7 NO. If yes, provide the name, address and phone number of the named bene- ficiary: ;. Will solicitations be confined among members.only, where the a member? / _/ YES / X/ NO. to drives, held not more than quarterly, general public is not invited to become �. Is the organization approved as an educational institution by the State of Michigan Board of Education? / / YES /4/ NO. If yes, provide copy of verification from Board 9. If a veteran's organization, do you hold a charter under federal law? / 7 YES /% NO. If yes, give charter identification or number: N/A 10. Is your sole source of income derived from other charitable organiza- tions who are licensed under this act? •/—/ YES /X/ 170.. If yes, provide name(s) and license number(s) of said organizations: "i. Is this organization a licensed hospital,- hospital -based foundation or hospital auxiliary? /_% YES / X/ NO. If yes, give name of parent hospital: .12. Is this organization a nonprofit service club with other than a 501 (c) (3) designation from IRS? /7 YES /x% I70. If yes, is the organization's principal purpose c aritablef /% YES /? NO. 13. Is this a nonprofit corporation whose purpose is the owning and operating of facilities for the aged and chronically ill whose stock is wholly owned by a religious or fraternal society? / % YES /X / NO. If yes, give name of religious or fraternal society: 14, Is the organization licensed by the Michigan Department of Social Services to serve children and families? / % YES /X/ NO. If yes, provide license number: 32 15. Is the organization registered or licensed to solicit in any other state or jurisdiction? /% YES /7 NO. If yes, where? y 16. Does the organization have a bingo or millionaire party license from the State of Michigan? /_7YES /_V NO. If yes, give the license number(s): Are the organization's assets pledged to char itaa purposes? _YES E7 110. 17. Is the organization an amateur theatre, band or orchestra corporation? /_%YES //7t10. 18. Is the organization a religious organization or a group affiliated with and forming an integral part of a religious organization? / / YES / x/ NO. If yes, what is the name and address of the affiliated organization? 19. Does the of anization currently receive funds from a United Way agency? /% YES / Yl NO. If yes, . identify agency: 20. Does the organization hold in Michigan any assets --cash, savings accounts, stocks and bonds, land, building, equipment, etc., --for charitable purposes? /% YES /T/7 NO. If yes, describe the assets and the charitable purpose for wFich they are held: 21. Do you hold propert as the trustee of an intervivos or testamentary trust? /% YES / NO. If yes, name the trust, its location, and any identifying numbers. (Provide a copy of trust instruments.): 22. Additional comments or questions: Please print and sign under oath the name of the person preparing the form. Subscribed and sworn to before me this ,20 day of , 19. WETT� L. a F_nr�s, NOTARY PtiaLre I YAYNE COUNTY, STATE OF MICHIGAMC fee? ZMKhi "Nrotary ucCounty, aMy Comm ssion expires:ig' Name O. J. Scherschligt PRINT Signed il'� J Position in Organization Acting General Manager Address:1120 W. State Fair, Detroit, M—F-48203 Telephone No. ( 313 ) 368-1000 Date: May 15, 1986 Charitablle organizations are regulated by 1975 PA 169 & 1961 PA 101. 02/85 33 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ARTICLE I: The Name of the corporation is: Friends of the Michigan State Fair Foundation ARTICLE II: The purpose or purposes for which the corporation is organized are: The Corporation is organized exclusively for educational and informational purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresonding provisions of any future United States Internal Revenue law). The Corporation shall receive and disburse funds, property and gifts of any kind exclusively for the development and maintenance of the Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds. (EXPAND) ARTICLE III: 1. The corporation is organized upon a Non -Stock basis. 2. Real Property - NONE Personal Property - NONE The corporation is to be financed under the following general plan: Solicitations of gifts and donations from the public, private industry and other foundations. The Corporation is organized under a DIRECTORSHIP basis. ARTICLE IV: The address of the registered office is: 1120 West State Fair. Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48203 The name of the Resident Agent at the registered office is: 0. J. Scherschl.igt - 34 ARTICLE V: 4 The name(s) and address(es) of all the incorporator(s) is (are) as follows: NAME RESIDENCE or BUSINESS ADDRESS Ernest Girbach 2693 Arkona Road, Del Chapman 10955 Dixie Hwy., H. R. Ryba 11656 Meadow Lane, ARTICLE VI: (USE OF EARNINGS) Saline, MI 48176 South Rockwood, MI 48093 Warren, MI 48093 No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of or be distributable to its directors, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall be the carrying on of propaganda or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the corporation shall not participate in or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Articles, the corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a corporation exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Revenue law) or (b) by a corporation, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law). ARTICLE VII; : (MEMBERS) The corporation will have more than one class of membership. The designation of each class, the manner of election orappointment, the qualifications and rights of the members of each class shall be set forth in the By -Laws. Members, directors, trustees, and officers shall not, individually or personally be liable for the debts or obligations of the corporation. ARTICLE VIII: (DISSOLUTION) In the event of the dissolution of the corporation, the Board of Directors shall cause the, assets of the corporation to be distributed as follows: a. All liabilities of the corporation shall be paid or adequate provision shall be made for payment; b. Assets held by the corporation upon a condition which occurs by reason of dissolution shall be returned or conveyed in accordance with such requirements; and 35 c. All of the remaining assets of the corporation shall be` conveyed to Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds or its successor, if said corporation or its successor shall qualify as an exempt organization under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law). If said corporation or its successor shall not so qualify, the remaining assets whether tangible or intangible, real or personal, shall be conveyed in accordance with the provisions of Michigan Public Act 1867, No. 207, as amended. If for whatever reason shall n of qualify or be able to accept the remaining assets, they shall be conveyed to some other organization or organizations organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes that are qualified as an exempt organization or organizations under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law). ARTICLE IX. (AMENDMENTS) Any and all amendments to these Articles of Incorporation shall require the prior approval of the Board of Directors. I (We), the incorporator(s) sign my (our) names this , 19 . day of M THE FRIENDS OF MICHIGAN STATE FAIR FOUNDATION The undersigned Secretary of the first Board of Trustees of The Friends of Michigan State Fair Foundation , a corporation duly organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, on the day of , 1986, hereby acknowledge the adoption and identification of these Bylaws as the original Bylaws of the corporation. _ Secretary, Friends of Michigan State Fair Foundation 37 BYLAWS OF THE FRIENDS OF MICHIGAN STATE FAIR FOUNDATION, ARTICLE I. OFFICES, CORPORATE SEAL Section 1.01. Name, The name of this Corporation shall be "The Friends of Michigan State Fair Foundation" (hereafter referred to as the "Corporation"). Section 1.02. Rego _e=d Off The registered office of the Corporation in Michigan shall be that set forth in the Articles of Incorporation, o.r in a resolution of the Trustees filed with the Secretary of State of Michigan changing the registered office. Section 1.03. ntber g1JJLCgfi., The Corporation may have such other offices, within or without the State of Michigan, as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.. Section 1.04. Coroorat-e SEal, The Corporation may have a Corporate Seal in such form as may be approved by the. Board of Trustees. ARTICLE II BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 2.01. The management and control of the affairs of this Corporation shall be vested in its Board of Directors. Section 2.02. PrORerty., No Director shall have any right, title or interest in or to the property of the Corporation. Section 2.03. spneral 841dB=s. The property, affairs -and business of the Corporation shall be managed by the Di►rectprs . Section 2.04. NumbeZ, nua1 t ication A0 Ter 4f Off. &P, The number of Directors shall be no fewer than seven (7) members including the ex-officio members, however, the. number of Directors may be increased or decreased to any odd number, by the vote of the Directors. Any change in the number of Directors shall receive the approval, by resolution, of a majority of the Directors before. it becomes effective. The initial Board of Directors shall be appointed by the Incorporators of the Corporation. After the initial- Board of Directors is in place any 'future Directors shall be appointed by those remaining duly qualified Directors majority of the Board of Directors shall not be composed of employees or. Directors of Michigan Exposition b Fairgrounds. The 38 or his or her designee shall be an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors. The his designee shall be an ex -off icio member of the Board of 'Directors. The Director of Development- of shall be a non -voting ex-officio member of the Board of Directors. Each Director shall hold office for three (3) years. Any Director shall serve only two (2) successive terms. The ex-officio Director may serve any number of successive terms It shall be the policy.of.this Board _. that Directors shall hold staggered terms according to the following schedulef one-third (1/3) of the offices will expire at the annual meeting one (1) year hence, one-third (1/3) at the annual meeting two (2), years hence and one-third (1/3) at the annual meeting three (3) years hence. Directors shall remain in office until the annual meeting following his or her term and until his or her successor shall have been elected, or until his or her death, or until he or she shall resign, or until he or she shall have been removed in the manner hereafter provided. Persons who would be described in Section 4946(a)(A) or (C) through (G) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as now enacted or as hereafter amended, if this Corporation were a "private foundation" as defined in Section 509 (a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, or as hereafter amended, shall never constitute more than one-third of the Directors of this Corporationt and such persons, together with representatives of banks or trust companies which serve as Directors , investment advisors, custodians, or agents for or with respect to funds of or held for the -benefit of this Corporation, shall never constitute more than one-half of the Directors of this Corporation. Section 2.05. OrganiZat on. At each meeting of the Board of Directors the Chairperson of the Board of the Corporation or, in the Chairpersons absence the Vice Chairperson or in the Vice Chairpersons absence, a Chairperson chosen by a majority of the Directors present, shall preside. The Secretary of the Corporation or, in his or her absence, any person who the Chairperson shall appoint, shall act as secretary of the meeting. Section 2..06. Resignation. Any Director of the Corporation may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Chairperson of the Board or to the Secretary of the Corporation. The resignation of any Director shall take effect at the time specified therein; and, unless otherwise specified therein, the acceptance of such resignation shall not be necessary to make it effective. Section 2.07. Vacancies. Any vacancy in the Board of Directors caused by death, resignation, disqualification, removal, or any other cause, shall be filled by appointment -by the Board. Each Director so chosen shall hold office for the remaining term of that Directorship and until his or her successor shall be duly elected and qualified.by the remaining qualified Director . The appointed Director shall be eligible for two (2) successive terms. 39 Section 2.08. Place Q£ Neglina, The Board of Directors may hold its meetings at suchplace rplaces, within or without m the State of Michigan, as it ychoose. Section.2.09. Annual Meeting., As soon •ag practicable and not more than sixty (60) days after the beginning of a new fiscal year the annual meeting of the Corporation shall be held for the purpose of election of officers of the Corporation and any other business or transactions as shall come before the meeting. Section 2.10. Regular MpptinQs. Regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held at such time and place within the. State of Michigan as the Board may determine by resolution adopted by a majority of the whole Board of Directors* Notice of regular meetings shall be given. Section 2.11. Serial bBot- noo' Notice. Special meet- ings of the Board of Directors shall be held whenever called by the Chairperson of the Board, two or more of the Directors. Notice of each such special meeting together with a statement of purpose and an agenda for such meeting shall be mailed to each Director , addressed to him or her at his or her residence or usual place of business, at least five (5) days before the day on which the meeting is to be held, or to be delivered personally or by telephone, no later than five (5) days before the day on which the meeting is to be held. Each such notice shall state the time and place of the meeting. Any meeting of the Board shall be a legal meeting without any notice thereof having been given, if all of the Directors • of the Corporation then in office shall be present thereat or waive such notice. in writing before, at, or after such meeting. Section 2.12. Q, ActinQ. Except as provided b statute or by these Bylaws, a minimum of otherwise p Y fifty-one per cent (51%) of the voting Directors shall be required to constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting, and the act of a majority of the Directors- present' at any meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board of Directors. to the absence of a quorum, a majority of the Directors present may adjourn any meeting until a quorum be had. Notice of any adjourned meeting need not be given. Section 2.13. BSm=l. S? Pi actors Any Director f except the ex-officio Director or those who serve because of a position they hold as described in Section 2.04, may be removed, either with or without cause at any time. Removal shall bey (1) by a vote of the majority of the Directors, or (2) by decision of the at a special meeting of the Trustees called for the purpose. Proper notice must be given in writing ten (10) days prior to such a meeting and the vacancy ' in the Board of Directors caused by any such removal shall be filled in tha manner specified in Section 2.07 hereof. 40 41 Section 2.14. ELQL1aMLL Proxies -shall not be allowed or used. Section 2.15. Puh1tC N21192 and discretion of the Directors , notice meeting may be given to the public, and to attend all or any portion of any such may designate. ARTICLE III OFFICERS r at -and nce. In the sole of any annual or special the public may be invited meeting, as the Board of Section 3.01. NUMbiSA The officers of the Corporation shall be a Chairperson of the Board, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and, if the Board shall so elect, one (1) or moreb Vice Chairpersons and such other officers as may be appointedY th Board of Directors. Any two (2) or more offices, except those of Chairperson of the Board and Vice Chairperson, may be held by the same person.,. Section 3.02. RICO to _ Tim Qf ' Q g and �f`j' �Bt1Q All officers shall be elected annually by the Directors of the Corporation. Each officer shall hold office for a period of one (1) year and until his or her successor shall have been duly elected and qualified, or until his or her death, or until he or she shall resign, or. until he or she shall have been removed in the notrservehereinafter than threeprovided. (3)officers consecutive bebterms re- elected but mayy in any one office. Secion 3.03. Resignations, Any officer may resign at any time by giving written notice of his or her resignation to the Board of Directors, to the Chairperson of the Board or to the Secretary of the Corporation. Any such resignation shall take effect at the i-ikesacceptanceof tr .1 such resignationsshallrwise not specified there n, be necessary to make it effective. Section 3.04. Removal. Any officer may .be removed, either with or without cause, by a vote of the Board of Directors at a meeting called for the purpose, and such purpose shall be stated in the notice or waiver of notice of such meeting unless all the Directors of the Corporation shall be present thereat. Section 3.05. Vacant A vacancy in any office because of death, resignation, removal or any other cause shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the term by appointment by and approval of a majority of the remaining and duly seated Directors . Section 3.06. { r'D coon a thy. B52".,- The Chairperson of the BoarcoftheCorporation. Then Chairperson of ted with the the Presidency the Board 41 shall be the bhief executive officer of the Corporation and shall have general active management of the business of the Corporation. He or she, shall, when present, preside at all meetings of the Directors. Be or she shall see that all orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors are carried• into effect. He or she, with the proper signature of one other duly qualified officer of the Corporation, may execute and deliver in the name of the Corporation any deeds, mortgages, bonds, contracts or other instruments pertaining to the business of the Corporation, including without limitation, any instruments necessary or appropriate to enable the Corporation to donate income or principal of the Corporation to or for the account of such organizations, causes, and projects described in the Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation as the Corporation was organized to support, and, in general, shall perform all duties usually incident to the office of the Chairperson of the Board. He or she shall have such other duties as may from time to time be prescribed by the Board of Directors. Section 3.07. y = ChniZpargon. Each Vice Chairperson, if any shall be elected by the Board of Directors, shall have such powers and shall perform such duties as may be specified in the Bylaws or prescribed by the Board of Directors or by the Chairperson of the Board. In the event of absence or disability of the Chairperson of the Board, the Vice Chairperson shall succeed to his or her power and duties in the order designated by the Board of Directors . Section 3.08. sp�Zy.& The Secretary shall be Secretary of, and when present shall cause to be recorded proceedings of meetings of the Board of Directors. He or she shall when directed to do so, give proper notice of meetings to the Board of Directors. He or she shall perform such other duties as may from time to time be prescribed by the Board of Directors or by the Chairperson of the Board and, in general shall perform all duties incident to the office of the Secretary. Section 3.09. rpapurer, The Treasurer shall keep accurate accounts of..all moneys of the Corporation received or disbursed. He or she shall deposit all moneys, drafts and checks in the name of, and to the credit of, the Corporation in such banks and depositories as a majority of the whole -Board of Trustees, by resolution, shall from time to time designate. He or she shall have power to endorse for deposit all notes, checks and drafts received by the Corporation. He or she shall, with the signature of one other Trustee, disburse the funds of the Corporation as ordered by the Board of Trustees making proper vouchers therefore. He or she shall render to the Chairperson of the Board and the Directors, whenever required, an account of all his or her transactions as Treasurer- and of the financial condition of the Corporation, and shall perform such other duties as may from time to time be prescribed by. the Board of Directors or by the Chairperson of the Board, and, in general, shall perform all duties incident to the office of the Treasurer. 42 Section 3.10. Qtl2g; Off, cgrs. The Corporation may have such other officers and agents as may be deemed necessary by the Hoard of Directors , who shall be appointed in such manner, have such duties and hold their offices for such terms as may be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors., Section 3.11. 8dZJW y 5;DDMittee. The Board of Directors may establish an Advisory Committee to assist in the development and operation of the Foundation. The Advisory Committee may be appointed by the Board of Directors in any number Elie Directors may from time to time deem necessary. The Advisory Committee shall have no vote in Foundation matters and no authority to effect foundation policy. ARTICLE IV MEMBERSHIP Section 4.01. Members. The membership in the Foundation Shall consist of the members of th-e T and of Directors and members of the general public who join the Corporation by paying annual dues determined by the Board of Directors. Section 4.02. Dues. The annual dues shall be received according to the following membership classes: Heritage Member - Annual cash gift $5,000 Charter Member - Annual cash gift $1,000 Patron Member - Annual cash gift $ Soo Sponsoring Member - Annual cash gift $ 100 Sustaining Member - Annual cash gift $ 25 Section 4.03. the acknowledgement and recognition of the individual classes of annual dues shall 'be determined by the Board of Directors and subject to change. Section 4.04. Removal. The Corporation may exclude, by majority vote of its membership, any meter who fails to comply with the reasonable and careful requirements of its bylaws, rules and regulations. Section 4.05. All memberships are non -transferable. ARTICLE Y COMMITTEES The Board of Directors may act by and through such other committees as may be specified in resolutions adopted by a majority of the whole number of Directors. Each such committee shall have such duties and responsibilities as are granted to it by the Board of Directors. Each such committee shall at all times be subject to the direction of the Board of Directors. ARTICLE YI FISCAL AGENTS This Corporation may designate such fiscal agents, _ investment advisors and custodians as the Board of Directors may select by resolution. The Board of Directors may at any time, with or without cause, discontinue the use of the services of any such fiscal agent, investment advisor, or custodian. 43 8%1%A A%_LIE& ■ A A FIDUCIARY RESPONSIBILITY It shall be of Trustees shall with respect to Corporation. the policy of this Corporation that the Board assume and discharge fiduciary responsibility all funds held or administered by this ARTICLE YIII GENERAL POLICIES Section 8.01. Na 5_ejf_Naali_na. It shall be the policy of this Corporation that this Corporation shall not engage in any act which would constitute "self -dealing" as defined in Section 4941(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as now enacted or as hereafter amended, if this Corporation were a "private foundation" as defined in Section 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as now enacted or as hereafter amended. Section 8.02. HQ aawardg IDMeStMeDta• An investment shall be considered to jeopardize the carrying out of the exempt purposes of a foundation if it is determined that the foundation managers, in making such investment, have failed to exercise ordinary business care and prudence, under the facts and circumstances prevailing at the time of making the investment, in providing for the long- and short-term financial needs of the foundation to carry out its exempt purposes. in the exercise of the requisite standard of care and prudence the foundation managers may take into account the expected return, the risks of rising and falling price levels, and the need for diversification within the investment portfolio. Types of investments which may not meet the approved standards include: Trading in securities on margin, trading in commodity futures, inventmente in working Interests in oil and gas wells, the purchase of "puts" and "calls", and "straddles," the purchase of warrants, and selling short. (See I.R.S. Code of 1954 amended, Section 53.4944 (2)(b)) Section 8.03. ZX2gDL7StUKg It shall be the policy of this Corporation that this Corporation, through its Board of Directors , will exercise "expenditure responsibility", as defined in Section 4945(h)(1) and (2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as now enacted or as hereafter amended, with respect to all grants and distributions made by this Corporation which would otherwise constitute a "taxable expenditure" as defined in Section 4945(d)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as now enacted or as hereafter amended, if this Corporation were a "private foundation". ARTICLE IX BOORS OF RECORD, AUDIT, FISCAL YEAR, BOND Section- 9.01: aka and RjerDrda, The Board of Directors of this Corporation shall cause to be kept: z (1) records of all proceedings of Directors , and Committeeey and (2) such other records and books of account as shall be - necessary and appropriate to the conduct of the corporate business. 44 Section 9.02. Documents Kept at Registered Office. The Board of Directors shall cause to eat a registere of f ice of thls Corporation originals or copies of: (1) records of all proceedings of Directors , and committees; (2) all financial statements �of this Corporation= and (3) Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of this and all amendments thereto and restatements thereof. Section 9.03. Audit an!d gytltcat on. The Board of Directors shall cause the records and books of account of this Corporation to be audited at least once in each fiscal year and at such other times as it may deem necessary or appropriate, and also shall make such inquiry as the Board of Directors deems necessary or advisable into the condition of all trusts and funds held by any Director , agent, or custodian for the benefit of this Corporation, and shall retain such person or firm for such purposes as it may deem appropriate. Not later than six months after the close of each fiscal year of this Corporation, the Board of Directors of this Corporation shall furnish to the copies of the Corporation's financial statements for its immediately preceding fiscal year and may, if determined necessary or appropriate by the Board of Directors , cause such financial statement to be published in one or more, local newspapers having general circulation and distribution, as may be selected by the Board of Directors . Section 9.04. Fiscaj, XAA" The f iscal year of the Corporation shall end on June 30 of each year. Section 9.05. Bond. A bond shall be required of all Trustees, Directors,_ Officers and employees of this Corporation who deposit or withdraw, or otherwise handle, the funds of this Corporation. The bond shall be in such amounts and on such terms - and conditions, and with such. company or companies, as the Board of Directors shall determine. ARTICLE X DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS Sectionl9.01. Rgatrictgd Funds Any funds held by this corporation, whether title rest with this corporation or others, that was received with restrictions or under conditions, that are considered appropriate to the purpose of this corporation, shall be used for those purposes with respect to its conditions or restrictions. If the restricted purpose, activity or program is no longer identifiable or appropriate then this Board of Directors may take any and all necessary steps, including legal action to remove such restrictions. 45 Section 10.02. Unreatricted Funds. Funds held by this corporation, regardless of source, not attached to any identifiable 'project, activity or program, held without restriction or condition, and raised without stating a specific ultimate use, shall be considered unrestricted. Section 1OD3. UjM Qf. Unrestricted Funds, Unrestricted funds held by this corporation shall be used at the discretion of the Board of ' Directors,, with regard to 'Article II of the Articles of Incorporation (Purpose) and except for normal operational expenses, all unrestricted funds shall be used exclusively for Michigan Exposition & Fairgrounds . Additionally, at the close of each fiscal year, all remaining unrestricted funds held by. the corporation after provisions are made for the payment of debt, may be made available to Michigan Exposition & Fairgrounds for use in the general operation of the Fair muds at the discretion of the Board of Directors. ARTICLE XI WAIVER OF NOTICE Whenever any notice whatsoever is required to be given by these Bylaws or any of the corporate laws of the State of Michigan, such notice may be waived in writing, signed by the person or persons entitled to said notice, whether before, at, or after the time stated therein, or before, at, or after the meeting. ARTICLE XII AUTHORIZATION WITHOUT A MEETING Any action that may be taken at a meeting may be taken without a meeting when authorized in writing and signed by all the Directors who are' entitled to notice of the' meeting for such purpose. Except as otherwise provided in the Articles of Incorporation, any action that may be taken at a meeting of the Board of may -be taken without a meeting when authorized in writing signed by all of the Directors . ARTICLES XIII INDEMNIFICATION Section 13.01. Tnclpmn_icafi.on_ The Corporation. shall indemnify any Trustee, director, officer, employee or agent of the Corporation in the manner and to the extent specified in Sections 561, 562, 563, 564, 565, and 567 of the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act of 1982, or such similar law as may be enacted from time -to time. 46 Sectibn 13.02. L=rance. The Corporation shall have the power to purchase and maintain liability insurance for Trustees, members, directors, officers, employees and agents of the Corporation as provided in Section 567 of the Michigan Business Nonprofit Corporation Act of 1982, or such similar law as may be enacted from time to time. ARTICLE XIT AMENDMENTS The Board of Directors may amend this Corporation's Articles of Incorporation, as heretofore or hereafter from time to time amended or restated, and these Bylaws as from time to time amended or restated, to include or omit any provision which could be lawfully included or omitted at the time such amendment is made. Any number of amendments, or an entire revision or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws, either may be submitted and voted upon at a single meeting of the Board of Trustees and may be adopted at such meeting a quorum being present, upon receiving the affirmative vote of not less than two-thirds of the whole number of Directors of this Corporation or may be adopted, by a writing signed by all of the Directors .of this Corporation; provided, however, that no amendment of Article II of the Articles of Incorporation or Section 2.13 of these bylaws shall be made without unanimous approval of the Board of Directors of the Corporation. 47 PARR DESIGN SUBGROUP REPORT MISSION STATEMENT The state capitol and associated state-owned lands relates to, but is a separate part of the image and form of Lansing - the State Capital. It is the. mission of this sub -committee to develop ideas and guidelines for the creation of an attractive state capital area and for the effective integration of the form, image and functions of the state capital area into the life and fabric of Lansing. To this end, this sub -committee seeks to develop a Michigan Capital Park that will enhance and stabilize surrounding neighborhoods; contribute to the economic vitality of the state and downtown Lansing; and attract a greater number of visitors to the State Capital. RECOMMENDATIONS The following recommendations are presented for the development of the Michigan Capital Park Plan. They are divided into three (3) broad categories. GOALS Goal #1 Develop a setting for Michigan's center of government that is dignified and expressive of the character of Michigan. Objective A. Identify and develop the State Capitol Building as the focal point within the State Capital Park grounds, and on all approaches to the State Capital Park. Eliminate existing intrusions into lines of site and establish guidelines for preventing future intrusions, including building elevations. Objective B. Eliminate the dominance of the car by the construction of parking structures, particularly in the immediate vicinity of the State Capital Park complex. Objective C. Develop office space for state legislators that is off Park property, but easily accessible to the State Capitol Building. Objective D. Re-establish a "green" landscape entirely surrounding the State Capitol Building with appropriate areas for ceremony and political gatherings. Objective E. Develop a series of public spaces within the park that will permit a variety of political and public related activities, events and ceremonies as well as a variety of opportunities for leisure activities. Objective F. Establish a "Michigan" character through the use of native materials and the display of Michigan history and culture and environment. 48 Objective G. Establish a strong cultural center, e.g., Environmental Center, on the west side of the park that compliments the new museum. GOAL #2 Develop the Michigan Capital Park and surrounding area with special consideration for comfort, interests and needs of Michigan citizens and visitors. Objective A. Develop spaces and landscapes that can accommodate a wide variety of activities throughout all seasons. Objective B. Develop spaces and landscapes, including various linkages, that subordinate the car to the people. Objective C. Develop spaces and landscapes that will attract people from the neighborhood's as well as form the community and state. Objective D. Develop a transportation and pedestrian circulation system that allows easy and direct access to the various destination points within and beyond the park. Objective E. Establish, as an integral part of the planning process, an emphasis on the importance of programming for educational, leisure and cultural activities. Objective F. Establish the streetscape as an integral part of the park environment with appropriate consideration for materials, signs, information display, and furniture. Objective G. Establish a park area including the "areas of influence" and linkages that expand the leisure, cultural, historical and educational activities of the park. Goal #3: Develop a strong and complementary relationship between the state capital park area and the community. Objective A. Develop additional office spaces required for government agencies and state legislators off public lands and generally on the eastern side of the project area to enhance both the economic activity and pedestrian vitality of downtown Lansing. Objective B. Develop land use patterns and building designs within the capitol area park grounds, that respect and compliment the adjacent neighborhoods. Objective C. Identify a "zone of influence" that surrounds the park boundary and that extends into the community along approaches to the park and access to significant community areas from the park. 49 Objective D. Establish linkages into the community to significant areas, features and landscapes. These linkages should include common visual elements and should be highlighted to provide a rich array of experiences for the State Capital visitor. The linkages include both pedestrian and vehicular access. Objective E. Develop quality landscapes within and along the park perimeter and in the linkages. The landscapes must include elements that satisfy both the physical and aesthetic needs of the user as well as provide a sense of continuity. Objective Y. Establish a planning and review liaison organization involving the state and city agencies, and - various segments of the community in the planning and regulation of the total area of influence within and around the park. IDEAS CONSIDERED Ideas That Were Considered and Evaluated A wide range of ideas surfaced during the development of the proposed plan. Some of these were rejected, however, several under certain circumstances may be considered as appropriate options. 1. Development of offices for state agencies and state legislators on the west side. This idea was rejected because it conflicted with the objective of encouraging development of governmental offices near or within the downtown area. However, if office space is either not developed or becomes saturated in the downtown area, consideration may be given to developing office buildings on the perimeter of the west side. It is felt this could be accomplished in the context of the proposed plan. 2. Consideration was given to the location of a mirror image of the state capital along with the development of a governor's mansion on the west side. These proposals were identified in earlier planning studies. It was the opinion of this group that while both facilities were not likely to be developed as earlier proposed, their development could occur in the context,of the proposed concepts for the west side. 3. Consideration was given to the sale of the two block parcel of land on the north side of Ottawa. There is legitimate concern on the part of the neighborhood as to how that land will be used and developed. The committee feels this parcel should be retained as part of the total park complex to assure that a significant park atmosphere be maintained. It is recommended that, should a structure be constructed on site, adequate and sensitive consideration be given to the size, character and location of the structure, to the amount of "green space" surrounding the site and to a proper orientation with respect to the residential neighborhood. 50 4. Consideration was given to State acquisition of the parcel of land bordering Logan, Ottawa and Butler Streets. It was resolved this area should be developed as medium density housing with special design considerations in relation to the neighborhood to the north and the State Park to the east. 5. Consideration was given to closing all of Allegan Street to vehicular traffic west from Seymour to permit an undivided "green space" between the museum and the park. This change would have serious consequences on traffic patterns to existing parking structures and was not recommended. 6. A proposal to locate the park visitors` center in the "Yes M!ch!gan" Center (Civic Center Building) was considered. The idea was not recommended because: a. The location would be difficult to find for the tourist unfamiliar with the area. b. The site is not the best location to take advantage of either the park setting or the best and strongest view of the State Capitol building. c. The potential for adequate transient parking as well as ease of ingress and egress is greater on the proposed location. 7. Alternate loop road routes were considered. a. One route involved Kalamazoo as the southern part of the loop. This was considered too far south of the Capitol Park. b. Another route involved one way traffic east on Allegan. this route was rejected because it attracted too much traffic on a street that should be more pedestrian oriented. c. Another route involved Washtenaw to Walnut, north on Walnut to Allegan and east on Allegan. This was rejected as being to circuituous. 8. Sale of City*Hall to the state for additional office space. Discussed the possible sale which would allow city to construct new City Hall or evaluate potential of BWL Building for city offices. 9. Board of Water and Light Building vertical mall concept. Lansing is lacking in mall type facilities, restaurants, movie theaters and other commercial services which are located under a single roof. The BWL Building lends itself for this type of vertical development and could act as a magnate for attracting people downtown. 10. Depressing railroads tracks under Michigan Avenue to eleminate this vehicular conflict. 11. Replace old steel bridge on East Street and the Grand River and Red Cedar with a 3-way "tridge" for pedestrian access. 51 RECOMMENDATIONS The following recommendations are presented for the development of the State R Capital Park Plan. They are divided into three (3) broad categories. MICHIGAN CAPITAL PARK GROUNDS (*refer to schematic concept plan for locations) 1. The theme of the park should be "Public Participation" with the Michigan Capitol"building as the primary focus. 2. The basic form and structure of the park should be strongly influenced by an east -west axis with the State Capitol Building being the focal point. Within the park boundary and along this Capitol Building axis, three major spaces should be developed. a. *Capital Plaza located immediately west of the State Capital building over the present parking space. The primary purpose of this plaza will focus on the Capitol Building. b. 'Office Plaza located west of Walnut Street. This existing plaza should be re -designed to fit into the overall character of the proposed plan. It should be used primarily as a passive open space for sitting and strolling. The sculpture should be relocated because it interferes with the east -west axis view of the,State Capitol. c. *"Welcome to Michigan" Plaza, to be located north of the new museum, should be a major space of between 10 and 15 acres that can accommodate a variety of uses and activities. The central features of this plaza should be water and stone surrounded by expansive landscaped hard surface and lawn areas. There should be a secondary north -south axis that ties into the new museum. This space should be the welcome center, starting point, and center of programmed activities for all visitors. It should also be a year- round attraction for ceremonial and celebration events, and a major attraction to people living in the adjacent neighborhoods. *The "welcome center" is designed primarily as an arrival point and .information center for the Michigan Capital Park. The tourist can get information about the Park, programs, tours, Yes M!ch!gan Center, museums, etc. In addition, select programs related to the Capital Park area could start from this center. 3. With the Civic Center developed as a Yes M!ch!gan Trade Center, a major plaza containing a large pond for ice skating should be developed on a parking structure located in the present Civic Center parking lot. The Plaza should be surrounded by shops and restaurants. 4. The development of the park perimeter and streetscape that border and lead into the park should include, in addition to landscaping, a variety of street elements and use areas that add to the aesthetics of the area and physical comfort of the user. These include", recessed sitting areas, attractive waiting/drop-off and pick-up areas, vending areas, attractive lighting, benches, information kiosks, trash containers, signs, etc. 5. The west area should include a variety of uses and use structures that attract visitors and users to that area of the park and complement the character of the "Welcome to Michigan " Plaza. These may include combinations of art, cultural and industrial museums, and environmental center, the (governor's mansion), a judicial building, an aquarim, etc. The area should include promotions and activities.. The design and placement of structures must take into account: a. Sensitive relationship and character of adjacent neighborhoods. b. .The design axes, both north -south and east -west. c. The focus on the State Capitol Building. Primary access to the visitor's center should be from Logan/Washtenaw Street intersection to Allegan to the visitors' center. 6. Programming should be developed as an integral part of the initial detail planning and design process. A program director may well be one of the critical staff in this -park. 7. It is urged that both the State Capitol Building and grounds reflect the period of history in which it was built. RELATIONSHIP TO THE COMMUNITY 1. Ferris Park parking lot should.be rehabilitated as a passive neighborhood park and a general renovation of the entire park should be planned. A policy decision should be made by the city to accomplish this recommendation. 2. Pedestrian linkages'to the art, cultural, leisure and civic resources of the community should Ve incorporated into the design and program planning elements of this project. These linkages should be viewed both as program resources and as aesthetic compliments to the Michigan Capital Park. 3. A Michigan Capital Park District should be set up for the purpose of coordinating land use planning and design control. This district should encompass the state park boundary, and be more or less defined as the area between Pennsylvania and Logan Streets on the east and west, and Saginaw and I-496 on the north -south. It should also include the various linkages or corridors that. lead to the Michigan Capital Park. The management and regulation of this district should involve a combined and coordinated group consisting of representatives from the city, neighborhoods, business community and Michigan Capital Park Agency. 4.. Special consideration should be given to the development of the area between Capital to Walnut and Allegan to I-496. The area offers opportunities to develop a unique pedestrian environment with A. strong focus on the State Capital Building. The development of offices for state legislators in this area would permit quick and all-weather access to the a State Capital Building. Controls related to building heights, facades, open space and materials should be developed for this area. 53 5. Pedestrian access should be highlighted between surrounding neighborhoods and the park between the downtown area and the park. This can be highlighted by various means, e.g., widening sidewalks, providing additional lighting, adding sitting area and using common materials. 6. The edge of the park and transition areas between the park and neighborhoods is critical to.the general character, appearance and stability of adjacent neighborhoods. Special consideration must be given to the shape, size, appearance and position of these structures in the landscape and to the hard and soft landscape treatment along the areas. TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESS 1. The transportation system should be planned as a multi -faceted system involving private cars, parking structures, road system, public transportation around the park as well as in the park. 2. Attractive and coordinated transportation support elements, including informational and directional signs, waiting shelters, focal points, maps, etc., should be developed. 3. 'The loop road system should include Ottawa Street between Capital and Logan and Washtenaw between the Grand River and Logan. Allegan should serve as a local street intersecting Washtenaw in the vicinity of existing Butler Street. Allegan then can vecome a two-way street providing access to the existing parking structure. Washtenaw should be depressed in the front of the new museum and an underground parking structure built south of the museum. 4. *The two blocks of land south of Allegan to Kalamazoo and between Butler and Logan should be purchased for the Washtenaw-Logan interchange and to provide additional park land and a site for the Visitors' Center. Consideration may be given to exchange lands involved in the project. 5. .Logan Street is proposed as a major access to the Michigan Capital Park from I-496 to Ottawa. A boulevard type road is proposed to provide direct access to the loop road system and to the west end of the park. Additional attention should be given to the landscape character of Capitol, Townsend, and Seymour. Also, Walnut Street is recognized as a significant access to the area from I-496 and should receive special design consideration, particularly between Kalamazoo and Ottawa. 6. Linkages between Michigan Capital Park and other resources of interest must be emphasized to add to the character of the park. These linkages should be identified as an integral part of the Michigan Capital Park through the use of one or more common elements such as signs, symbols, colors, textures, and street furniture. PRIORITIES The determination of priorities for development of a project of this complexity requires considerable thought, evaluation, synthesis and agreement of all parties involved in the process. This interaction has occured, due to time limitation on a very restricted basis. Therefore to provide some rationale for a priority schedule, the following criteria was used. 54 1. Establish a clear, significant and visible product as a consequence of the dynamic process that has been initiated in the summer of '86. 2. Develop a major component that provides the dominent form of structure of the project and that provides an opportunity for people to use the facility in a significant way. 3. Enrich the project with site details, refinements and connections. 4. The establishment of appropriate authorities, funding mechanisms, liaison and review groups, and the initiation of detailed planning, design, and project feasibility studies is anticipated. PRIORITY #1 Initiate landscape improvements, including signs, logos, plantings and appropriate surface treatments and street furniture along portions of Ottawa, Townsend, Seymour, and Capitol Streets. Comment: It is assumed this will be undertaken under the direction of comprehensive site plan. This activity will provide opportunities of immediate interaction between community, city and state and provide effective visibility of this planning effort. PRIORITY #2 a. Plan, design and develop "Welcome to Michigan" Plaza. Comment: The development of this plaza in early stages of the project will demonstrate a commitment to the project and will provide tangible evidence of the form, character and purpose of the Michigan Capital Park. b. Develop the loop road system, including Logan Street, Comment: This project should be constructed concurrently with the "Michigan" Plaza. PRIORITY #3 a. Renovate the State Capitol Building and grounds and remove sculpture. Comment: This project should include construction of an underground parking structure under the present Capitol grounds parking lot. b. Develop an investment package, in cooperation with private developers, to construct statelegislative offices along Townsend or in other close locations to the State Capitol. Comment: This effort must be completed,prior to the interior renovation of the State Capitol. c. Redesign Allegan Street and develop a stronger pedestrian character through narrowing of the street and landscaping of the pedestrian way. Comment: This effort will provide a green edge and a pedestrian scale to this portion of the park. 55 PRIORITY #4 . Construct parking structures on west side of project, and on the south side of museum. PRIORITY #5 Construct parking structure and skating plaza in existing Civic Center Plaza. PRIORITY #6 Renovate Office Plaza west of Walnut. PRIORITY #7 Develop trail system to Michigan State University. ACTION PLAN Successful implementation of the project requires a broad partnership and involvement of local, state and federal agencies, industry, business, neighborhood groups, special purpose groups and private citizens. The primary responsibility for initiating the various projects will rest with the Michigan Capital Park Organization. Key and significant roles and commitments will be required of the City of Lansing, developers, business and industry. Who Should Be Involved The following is a general breakdown of responsibilities: Street relocations and landscaping: MDDOT and City of Lansing Michigan Capital Park - Michigan Capital Park Organization Civic Center - State of Michigan and Industry Skating Plaza - Michigan Capital Park Organization Office Buildings - Private Developers and State of Michigan Maintenance -Exterior - Michigan Capital Park Organization - From Private Funded Endowment Maintenance -Interior Security - Michigan Capital Park Organization and City of Lansing The landscape Architecture programs at both Michigan State University and University of Michigan will be participating in an International Design competition on the design of public spaces and will be using the proposed Michigan Capital Park area as the project site for this competition. Also several components of the proposed park will be used as design projects in the Landscape Architecture.program at Michigan State University. 56 Following is a list of individuals who participated in two workshops held by the Park Design Subgroup: Paul Hershkowitz, Michigan Department of Transportation Patricia Smith, Friends of Cooley Gardens James Ruff, City of Lansing, Planning Division Paul Nieratko, Lansing Community College Paul Sieron, William J. Johnson Associates Jeff Dehring, Ayres, Lewis, Norris and May, Incorporated Mark Morante, Michigan Department of Commerce Paul Baerman, Snell Environmental Group Steve Ott, Gilbert, Commonwealth Hector.Chiunti, Deparment of Natural Resources Lester 0. Begick, Lester 0. Begic Land Developers Larry Leatherwood, Michigan Department of Transportation' Victor Nelheibel, Lansing, Michigan Ken Polakowski, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Tom Hazlett, Michigan State University, East Lansing Jim Scott, James Scott Associates, Bloomfield Hills Mark Wrona, Daverman Associates, Grand Rapids Larry Falardeau, Oakland County Planning, Pontiac Marie Donigan, EMA Michael Hodges, Michigan State University, East Lansing Dick Hautau, Detroit Parks Department Bob Ford, Snell Environmental Group, Lansing C. Robert Cowell, O'Boyle, Cowell and Blalock Associates, Kalamazoo Chet Hill, Ann Arbor Parks Department Cathy Zanoni, Elcen Designers, Kalamazoo Rhonda Hong Carl D. Johnson, Ann Arbor Anthony M. Bauer, Michigan State University, East Lansing Lou Twardzik, Michigan State University, East Lansing 57 i I am asking for a few minutes of your time to answer several questions about your state park system. However, before the questions let me tell you what it is all about. The State of Michigan is in the process of creating a public park associated with the State Capital Building and our capital city, Lansing. The purpose of this endeavor is captured in the following quote by our Governor, James J. Blanchard "Visitors to Michigan often see the Capital City before they see any other part of the state, and the economic and cultural environment of Lansing is a reflection of conditions elsewhere in Michigan. I believe that our State's Capital, like our nations capital, should enjoy a certain dignity and respect, that it should be a thriving municipality offering a variety of entertainments and attractions to residents and visitors of all types, whether they are tourists, government officials, or prospective business investors." We are in the embryonic stage of this concept and would appreciate any information you can provide on the following: 1. Does your state have a public park facility associated with it's Capital City? yes no 2. Does your state have a special urban space operated by the state, a special commission or an authority? yes no If yes, please answer question #,E3. If no, please provide any comments you may have on these concepts. 3. Please provide information on the management, organizational structure, staffing, budget and master plan layouts of the park or urban space. 4. Are there any areas of concern or areas of opportunity you can share with us? Thank you for your time and the information you provided. Sincerely, Hector Chiunti, Chairman, Governor's Subcommittee on Capitol Park Michigan Department of Natural Resources Recreation Services P.O. Box 30028 Lansing, MI 48909 M As of September 8, 1986,. 35 responses were received. Nine states went into great detail about their capitol park projects. A synopsis and contact person is included in this report. It should be noted that many of the states in the "no" column were very impressed with Michigan's Capital Park proposal and were very supportive of the concept, project and idea. The following is the "returned list": No's New Hampshire Montana North Dakota North Carolina Vermont Wyoming Nebraska Rhode Island Kansas Nevada Louisiana Arkansas Kentucky Tennessee Iowa Idaho Hawaii Mississippi Yes's Washington State Georgia South Dakota Oaklahoma Maryland Illinois Utah Michigan Ohio Wisconsin Indiana Alaska New Mexico California Missouri The following are comments from states.who sent back a response on the Capitol Park survey: WASHINGTON STATE - The capitol campus, also referred to as west campus, serves as a public park associated with the state capitol in Olympia. It is administered by a separate office within the Department of General Administration, referred to as Capitol Buildings and Grounds. In addition to the capitol campus proper, that office is responsible for several nearby parks and parkways. Fourteen grounds crew personnel are responsible for maintenance and grooming of these areas; each is assigned to a specific section. The west campus area consists of 127 acres. Total budget for that office, for the current biennium, is $1,484,000. CONTACT: Jan Tjeten, Director State Parks and Recreation Commission 7150 Cleanwater Lane Ky 11 Olympia, Washington 98504 GEORGIA - The Georgia Building Authority operates a public park facility "directly opposite" to the State Capitol. Known as Georgia Plaza Park, this 1.5+ acre site includes two levels of underground parking, combination meeting room banquet hall accommodating four 59 to five hundred people and food service facility. At ground level is located an indoor restaurant with 200 seating capacity. The Plaza consists of several large reflection pools, terraced promenade, landscaping and picnic areas. The acquisition of this park site and construction of facilities was jointly financed through sale of revenue bonds by the City of Atlanta, Fulton County and the State of Georgia. This park does not include the State Capitol and its grounds. CONTACT: Mr. Luther Lewis Georgia Building Authority #1 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30334 SOUTH DAKOTA - The capitol park project in Pierre, South Dakota started in 1982 and was dedicated in the fall of 1985. It encompasses 25 acres and includes the capitol building, capitol lake and the Governor's residence. Management of the park is by the buildings and grounds office. The park has no picnic tables, restrooms or benches. The park is designed for walking, biking, and jogging. In the past three years, 3,000 trees have been planted. Their state museum is within walking distance to the park. The park is under the control of -the Governor's office. CONTACT: Marshall Damgaard 1-800-843-8000 OKLAHOMA - The State of Oklahoma has sent the results of their Capitol State Task Force which identifies specific improvements to their capitol grounds and to their Cowboy Hall of Fame (located 10 miles away). Oklahoma City has an area of 60 acres which is maintained as a state capitol park. Included in this acreage are the mansion grounds, the maintenance area and greenhouses, the Capitol building grounds, and all other property south of the Capitol owned by the State Board of Public Affairs. This area became State Capitol Park on July 1, 1975. Additional acreage ientified by Legislative Amendment includes approximately 200 acreas (10 miles of highway median) which links the State Capitol grounds to the Cowboy Hall of Fame. The entire park complex is administered by the Division of State Parks and was established by special legislation. This falls within the general authority of the Tourism an Recreation Commission. The projected fiscal .year projections for 1986 are: Tourism and Development $ 870,578 Department of Public Safety 2,481,089 Department of Transportation- 485,000 $3,836,667 We . A number of public and private agencies have actively supported this project in Oklahoma City. CONTACT: N. Clay McDermitt Director State Parks 500 Will Rogers Building Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105 MARYLAND - Helen Avaiynne Tawes Garden is a six -acre botanical garden representing Maryland's natural communities. It is set between a number of state government office buildings.. The garden (park) began in 1973 with a collaborative effort between local garden clubs, the DNR and Department of General Services combining their talents to develop a unique, barrier -free garden. In 1982 this garden was nationally recognized by the American Society of Landscape Architects for its design excellence. The garden has a staff of three with a small operating budget. A tax deductible foundation has been established to maintain and complete the garden. CONTACT: James Mallow Associate Director DNR Tawes Office Building Annapolis, Maryland 21401 OHIO - The capitol of Ohio is sited on a ten -acre urban square in •the center of Columbus. It is the location for many open air events. The Department of Administrative Services is responsible for the design, administration, security and maintenance. Ohio is currently looking at a renovation project for the grounds and capitol building. Funding will come from the state and private sources. The state is in the process of establishing a non-profit corporaion to guide fund-raising and public relations of the project. The site improvements budget is $6 million. The building restoration's budget is $24 million. To insure continued maintenance and continuity of design, a maintenance endowment and a permanent commission to review changes and additions to the grounds has been proposed. Ohio has six design goals for restoration of their capitol park: 1) Improve circulation on the site. 2) Remove safety problems. 3) Reduce maintenance problems. 4) Provide facilities and space for people.and activities. 5) Provide a setting for the capitol. 6) Protect the solar access for the capitol square. CONTACT: Carole J. Olshausky State Architect Ohio Department of Administrative Services 30 E. Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 61 u WISCONSIN - Located on an isthmus formed by two lakes, Wisconsin's State Capitol lies in the heart of downtown Madison. Accenting the beauty of the building itself is the Capitol Park consisting of 6.5 acres of lawn and over 3 acres of walks and drives. An intensively developed office and business area surrounds the Capitol square.. Being the only "green space" in the downtown area it receives extensive use. During the noon hour the Park provides an ideal picnic grounds for thousands of office workers and visitors (over 500,000 visitors annually). Seasonal activities that take place on the grounds include a weekly Farmer's Market (10,000 people per Saturday), an annual -Art Fair (100,000 people each day of the two-day event), an annual Holiday Parade in the Fall (up to 120,000), a six week series of concerts on the Square (over 12,000 people per concert), and many weekly activities including noon -time entertainers, speakers, rallies, and numerous social and political functions. Preserving the natural beauty and maintaining the grounds under extreme traffic and harsh Wisconsin weather conditions poses a tremendous challenge to the Capitol grounds staff. Requests for major changes on the Capitol grounds requires the approval of the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board (SCERB). This organization is made up of legislators and private professionals in the fields of architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. This board must approve any changes made in the interior, exterior or grounds of our State Capitol and Executive Residence. The Wisconsin Department of Administration is responsible for management of the Capitol building and its surrounding park. The 1986 projected "grounds" budget is $58,910. In 1982 the Wisconsin Capitol grounds won the Grand Award from the Professional Grounds Management Society and was featured'on the cover of "Grounds Maintenance" magazine in July of 1983. CONTACT: Mark Stark Landscape Architect Division of Buildings and Grounds P.O. Box 7864 Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7864 MISSOURI - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, is responsible for the maintenance of grounds around the Capitol Building; Governor's Mansion, as well as other adjacent state buildings for a total of approximately fifteen acres. Their responsibility includes turf management; flower bed preparation, planting and care; planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs and ground covers; landscape planning; pickup and policing of grounds; and in winter as necessary, snow and ice removal on exterior walks and steps. They also operate a greenhouse at the site where a majority of the bedding plants are grown from seed. While the administration of this area differs from that of other parks in their system, people values are recognized and answered. Benches are located throughout the area with additional seating arrangements planned. Citizens, di groups, and service organizations use the area for outdoor weddings, music concerts, meetings, rallies, etc. Their landscaped park -like setting compliments the magnificent state capitol. 62 They have seven full-time and ten seasonal employees assigned to this area. The on -site facility head is a professional horticulturist. The balance of the full-time staff consists of two groundskeepers II and four groundskeepers I. The FY 87 budget allocation includes $66,300 for operating expenses and $13,000 for equipment replacement. While the above described area is administered by DNR under the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding between DNR, the Office of Administration and the Board of Public Buildings, they also administer three historic structures located in the complex under a long-term lease agreement. Other parties to the lease are the Office of Administration and the Board of Public Buildings. We bring this to your attention as the complex grounds are viewed and used by many of the individuals and groups touring the historic structures and state capitol. CONTACT: Robert Haake Chief, Support Services Division of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, Missouri 65102 11 63 v Chairman: State Members: STATE CAPITAL REVITALIZATION TASK FORCE State Capital Park Subcommittee Members Hector ChiuAti Michigan Department of Natural Resources Recreation Services Division Mason Building, 5th Floor 373-1660 Larry Leatherwood, Deputy Director Bureau of Administration Michigan Department of Transportation 4th Floor Transportation Building P.O. Box 30050 Lansing, MI 48909 Transportation Building 373-8330 Al Durkee Michigan Department of Management and Budget Office of Facilities Mason Building, 1st Floor 373-6394 Mark Morante Michigan Department of Commerce Michigan Strategic Fund Law Building, 3rd Floor 373-7550 Lynne Schaefer Michigan Department of Management and Budget Director's Office Lewis Cass Building, 1st Floor 373-1004 Joe Geshel Michigan Department of State Police Capitol Complex Post Post 16 373-2836 Bill Kandler Secretary Senate Office Room C, 2nd Floor 373-2400 64 r Joe Seavey Michigan Department of Natural Resources e Recreation Services Division Mason Building, 5th Floor 373-1660 City Members: Don Scheible State Building Commission 16710 Warwick Drive Detroit, MI 48219 (313) 559-1670 Paul Yauk Michigan Department of Natural Resources Recreation Services Division Mason Building, 5th Floor (517) 373-1660 Douglas Finley City of Lansing City Hall, 4th Floor Lansing, MI 48933 483-4277 Tom Wilbur City of Lansing Office of the Mayor 9th Floor, City Hall Lansing, MI 48933 483-4141 James Foulds, Director Planning Division City of Lansing Planning and Municipal Development Department 119 North Washington Square Annex, 2nd Floor Lansing, MI 48933 483-4066 James Blair City Council City of Lansing loth Floor, City Hall Lansing, MI 48933 483-4177 Dennis Randolph City of Lansing Public Services Department 732 City Hall Lansing, MI 48933 483-4458 V 65 c Public Members: s Tony Bauer School of Urban Planning & Landscape Architecture Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1221 353-9117 Tom Washington Michigan United Conservation Club 2101 Wood Street P.O. Box 30235 Lansing, MI 48909 371=1041 Jim Perkins Lansing Community College Architectural Studies Center, Votech Building 500 N. Washington Lansing, MI 48933 483-1356 Paul Baerman Snell Environmental Group 1120 May Street Lansing, MI 48906 ,374-6800 Joel Ferguson F&S Development Co. 600 W. St. Joseph Lansing, MI 48933 484-9100 Ronald Roush 419 N. Capitol Avenue Lansing, MI 48901 483-1802 Garry Goolsby 914 W. Ionia Lansing, MI '48933 372-2490 Kevin McKinney 806 W. Seymour Lansing, MI 48933 372-2982 or 373-7550 Winnie Griffith 912 W. Ionia Lansing, MI 48933 Y 66 k David Osborn 705 N. Walnut r Lansing, MI 48933 372-7140 Prof. Josef Konvitz 321 Kensington Road East Lansing, MI 48823 332-1397 Morton Scholnick 3001 W. Big Beaver, Ste. 626 Troy, MI 48084 (313) 649-4500 Peter Pollack Pollack Design Associates 220 S. Main Street Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (313) 663-9522 Victor Nelhiebel 2822 Pleasant Grove Lansing, MI 48910 Lou Twardzik 415 Clifton Blvd. East Lansing, MI 48823 y 67