ESCANABA DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
ESCANABA, MICHIGAN
A regular meeting of the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority was held on February 06, 2008, at 7:30 a.m. in Room C101 of Escanaba City Hall, 410 Ludington Street, Escanaba, Michigan 49829.
Chairman Moravec called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. and asked to note who was present.
NAME
TITLE
STATUS
ARRIVED
BRIAN MORAVEC, D.C.
CHAIRMAN
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
CONNIE ETTENHOFER
VICE CHAIRMAN
ABSENT
AMY HUBERT
TREASURER
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
LEO EVANS
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
JAMES O’TOOLE
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
SCOTT KWARCIANY, D.C.
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
JAYNE MACKOWIAK
TRUSTEE
ABSENT
PAULA HUGHES-JONSSON
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
PEGGY SCHUMANN
TRUSTEE
EXCUSED
ALSO PRESENT: Steve & Dan Hackleman, Gil Cheves, Liaison Planning Commission
Minutes Approval:
A motion was made by Trustee Evens to accept the January 9, 2008, regular board meeting minutes. Trustee Hubert seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
APPROVAL/ADJUSTMENTS OF AGENDA
Chairman Moravec called for approval of the agenda.
Director Good stated that he now had a dollar amount to add to Item C under Old Business.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany to accept the agenda as amended, seconded by Trustee O’Toole.
Ayes were unanimous.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
Regarding Item A under Old Business-Angle Parking, Trustee Evans will abstain as well as Trustee O’Toole.
Under New Business-Item A-Ernie’s Pub Zoning/Parking Issues and Angle Parking, Trustee O’Toole will abstain.
There was board discussion as to reasons for abstaining and the involvement of Trustee Evans with the Council as well as Trustee O’Toole’s involvement with the Planning Commission. Reasons for abstaining are strictly a matter of protocol in relation to Trustee Evan’s role as Mayor and Trustee O’Toole’s role in the Planning Commission.
TREASURERS REPORT:
Treasurer Hubert gave a report on the expenditures for the month of January 2008. All expenditures were normal. Treasurer Hubert requested the itemized bill for Visa also be included with the payables in the future.
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Evans, made a motion to accept the December 2007 Budget-Unaudited and the January payables.
Ayes were Unanimous.
1. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS:
A. Angle Parking
Chairman Moravec stated that the board has been discussing angle parking for some time now through citizen forums and several meetings. Angle Parking was a recommendation of the recent Market Study. Design concepts have been reviewed and discussed. The pros and cons of angle parking have been reviewed and most concerns regarding angle parking have been addressed. Chairman Moravec stated that the board now needs to move forward and make a decision.
Director Good stated the Traffic Safety Advisory Board met on February 5, 2008 and made a Resolution of Support for 30degree angle parking from 9th –14th. The Traffic Safety Board suggested that perhaps another way of slowing traffic would be to establish pedestrian crosswalks at intersections. The Traffic Safety Advisory Board also had the following concerns: bicycles traveling on Ludington, data bus and taxi drop-offs and federal express deliveries.
City Engineer Bill Farrell stated that his recommendation would be the 30 degree angle concept because it allowed for the center lane and also allowed for easier ingress and egress.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA Board recommend the 30 degree angle concept from 9th – 14th and forward said recommendation to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Amy Hubert.
Roll Call Vote:
Trustee Hughes-Jonsson Yes
Trustee Evans Abstain
Trustee O’Toole Abstain
Chairman Moravec No
Trustee Kwarciany Yes
Trustee Hubert Yes
Motion failed due to lack of majority vote.
B. Michigan Main Street Program
Chairman Moravec stated that the Michigan Main Street Program is not a new concept to the DDA. The City of Escanaba also has a history with the Michigan Main Street Program. The program has now been modified and includes three different levels. Chairman Moravec stated that the DDA board should embrace the Main Street concept of downtown revitalization.
Director Good stated that being involved with the Michigan Main Street Program would place the DDA and the City at a higher priority in receiving MSHDA Funds. It involves, at this point, only a letter of Interest. Director Good also stated that the Michigan Main Street Program is not a grant program. The Main Street Program involves technical assistance in many areas. It does involve travel. It will allow the DDA to gradually build volunteer support and build to a high level within the program itself. Director Good recommends proceeding with applying for the Associate level of Services with the Michigan Main Street Program.
Trustee O’Toole stated that it is a perfect partnership and learning curve for both the DDA and the City of Escanaba since the City of Escanaba is currently evaluating the Rental Rehab Program through MSHDA.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA proceed with applying for the Associate Level of the Michigan Main Street through a Letter of Interest accompanied by a Resolution of Support from the City Council of Escanaba. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
B. Payment of Bills Incurred/MSHDA 2008 Downtown Completion
At the regular January 3, 2008 board meeting Director Good informed the board that he would need the services of Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann to assist in the application for the MSHDA 2008 Downtown Competition Façade Improvement Program. A special services contract was drawn up and Patrick Connor has submitted a bill in the amount of $900.00 and $676.90 for Peggy Schumann. Director Good requested permission to pay the bills.
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Kwarciany made a motion to pay the bills submitted by Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann.
Ayes were unanimous.
2. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Ernie’s Pub Zoning
With the development of Ernie’s Pub it is required that they go before the Planning Commission with a site plan review addressing parking issues with the new development. The DDA Board is requested to review the plan and pass a Resolution of Support in favor of the plan. The DDA has asked that such projects as this come before the board as a whole for a Resolution of Support.
A motion was made by Trustee Evans to forward a Resolution of Support in favor of the site plan for Ernie’s Pub to the Planning Commission. Trustee Kwarciany seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
9. Project Updates
a) Website Enhancement
Director Good informed the board that the DDA website blog feature is now up and running. The board was informed to watch for continual updates.
b) MSHDA Program
Director Good informed the board that Diane Karkau will be visiting Escanaba.
c) St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The board was informed that the DDA is working with downtown restaurants to create a St. Patrick’s Day special, but it is too late in the year to hold a St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Planning and seeking participants will begin early in 2008 to include the event in the DDA’s special events.
10. Various Other Issues:
There will be wireless connection for the downtown in the future.
11. Board of Trustee's Comments
Director Good also stated that the board should meet to begin the work sessions. It was determined that the board will meet Monday, January 21, at 12:00 p.m.
Trustee O’ Toole wished to express his thanks to Director Good for taking on his position so well and excelling in his job duties.
12. Public Comment
NONE
13. Announcements
NONE
12. Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee O’ Toole at 8:25 a.m. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
__________________________________ DATE:
BRIAN MORVEC, D.C.
CHAIRPERSON
Downtown Development Authority
__________________________________ DATE:
ROGER GOOD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Evans, made a motion to accept the December 2007 Budget-Unaudited and the January payables.
Ayes were Unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA Board recommend the 30 degree angle concept from 9th – 14th and forward said recommendation to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Amy Hubert.
Roll Call Vote:
Trustee Hughes-Jonsson Yes
Trustee Evans Abstain
Trustee O’Toole Abstain
Chairman Moravec No
Trustee Kwarciany Yes
Trustee Hubert Yes
Motion failed due to lack of majority vote.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA proceed with applying for the Associate Level of the Michigan Main Street through a Letter of Interest accompanied by a Resolution of Support from the City Council of Escanaba. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Kwarciany made a motion to pay the bills submitted by Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Evans to forward a Resolution of Support in favor of the site plan for Ernie’s Pub to the Planning Commission. Trustee Kwarciany seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ESCANABA, MICHIGAN
A regular meeting of the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority was held on February 06, 2008, at 7:30 a.m. in Room C101 of Escanaba City Hall, 410 Ludington Street, Escanaba, Michigan 49829.
Chairman Moravec called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. and asked to note who was present.
NAME
TITLE
STATUS
ARRIVED
BRIAN MORAVEC, D.C.
CHAIRMAN
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
CONNIE ETTENHOFER
VICE CHAIRMAN
ABSENT
AMY HUBERT
TREASURER
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
LEO EVANS
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
JAMES O’TOOLE
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
SCOTT KWARCIANY, D.C.
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
JAYNE MACKOWIAK
TRUSTEE
ABSENT
PAULA HUGHES-JONSSON
TRUSTEE
PRESENT
7:30 A.M
PEGGY SCHUMANN
TRUSTEE
EXCUSED
ALSO PRESENT: Steve & Dan Hackleman, Gil Cheves, Liaison Planning Commission
Minutes Approval:
A motion was made by Trustee Evens to accept the January 9, 2008, regular board meeting minutes. Trustee Hubert seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
APPROVAL/ADJUSTMENTS OF AGENDA
Chairman Moravec called for approval of the agenda.
Director Good stated that he now had a dollar amount to add to Item C under Old Business.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany to accept the agenda as amended, seconded by Trustee O’Toole.
Ayes were unanimous.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
Regarding Item A under Old Business-Angle Parking, Trustee Evans will abstain as well as Trustee O’Toole.
Under New Business-Item A-Ernie’s Pub Zoning/Parking Issues and Angle Parking, Trustee O’Toole will abstain.
There was board discussion as to reasons for abstaining and the involvement of Trustee Evans with the Council as well as Trustee O’Toole’s involvement with the Planning Commission. Reasons for abstaining are strictly a matter of protocol in relation to Trustee Evan’s role as Mayor and Trustee O’Toole’s role in the Planning Commission.
TREASURERS REPORT:
Treasurer Hubert gave a report on the expenditures for the month of January 2008. All expenditures were normal. Treasurer Hubert requested the itemized bill for Visa also be included with the payables in the future.
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Evans, made a motion to accept the December 2007 Budget-Unaudited and the January payables.
Ayes were Unanimous.
1. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS:
A. Angle Parking
Chairman Moravec stated that the board has been discussing angle parking for some time now through citizen forums and several meetings. Angle Parking was a recommendation of the recent Market Study. Design concepts have been reviewed and discussed. The pros and cons of angle parking have been reviewed and most concerns regarding angle parking have been addressed. Chairman Moravec stated that the board now needs to move forward and make a decision.
Director Good stated the Traffic Safety Advisory Board met on February 5, 2008 and made a Resolution of Support for 30degree angle parking from 9th –14th. The Traffic Safety Board suggested that perhaps another way of slowing traffic would be to establish pedestrian crosswalks at intersections. The Traffic Safety Advisory Board also had the following concerns: bicycles traveling on Ludington, data bus and taxi drop-offs and federal express deliveries.
City Engineer Bill Farrell stated that his recommendation would be the 30 degree angle concept because it allowed for the center lane and also allowed for easier ingress and egress.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA Board recommend the 30 degree angle concept from 9th – 14th and forward said recommendation to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Amy Hubert.
Roll Call Vote:
Trustee Hughes-Jonsson Yes
Trustee Evans Abstain
Trustee O’Toole Abstain
Chairman Moravec No
Trustee Kwarciany Yes
Trustee Hubert Yes
Motion failed due to lack of majority vote.
B. Michigan Main Street Program
Chairman Moravec stated that the Michigan Main Street Program is not a new concept to the DDA. The City of Escanaba also has a history with the Michigan Main Street Program. The program has now been modified and includes three different levels. Chairman Moravec stated that the DDA board should embrace the Main Street concept of downtown revitalization.
Director Good stated that being involved with the Michigan Main Street Program would place the DDA and the City at a higher priority in receiving MSHDA Funds. It involves, at this point, only a letter of Interest. Director Good also stated that the Michigan Main Street Program is not a grant program. The Main Street Program involves technical assistance in many areas. It does involve travel. It will allow the DDA to gradually build volunteer support and build to a high level within the program itself. Director Good recommends proceeding with applying for the Associate level of Services with the Michigan Main Street Program.
Trustee O’Toole stated that it is a perfect partnership and learning curve for both the DDA and the City of Escanaba since the City of Escanaba is currently evaluating the Rental Rehab Program through MSHDA.
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA proceed with applying for the Associate Level of the Michigan Main Street through a Letter of Interest accompanied by a Resolution of Support from the City Council of Escanaba. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
B. Payment of Bills Incurred/MSHDA 2008 Downtown Completion
At the regular January 3, 2008 board meeting Director Good informed the board that he would need the services of Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann to assist in the application for the MSHDA 2008 Downtown Competition Façade Improvement Program. A special services contract was drawn up and Patrick Connor has submitted a bill in the amount of $900.00 and $676.90 for Peggy Schumann. Director Good requested permission to pay the bills.
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Kwarciany made a motion to pay the bills submitted by Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann.
Ayes were unanimous.
2. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Ernie’s Pub Zoning
With the development of Ernie’s Pub it is required that they go before the Planning Commission with a site plan review addressing parking issues with the new development. The DDA Board is requested to review the plan and pass a Resolution of Support in favor of the plan. The DDA has asked that such projects as this come before the board as a whole for a Resolution of Support.
A motion was made by Trustee Evans to forward a Resolution of Support in favor of the site plan for Ernie’s Pub to the Planning Commission. Trustee Kwarciany seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
9. Project Updates
a) Website Enhancement
Director Good informed the board that the DDA website blog feature is now up and running. The board was informed to watch for continual updates.
b) MSHDA Program
Director Good informed the board that Diane Karkau will be visiting Escanaba.
c) St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The board was informed that the DDA is working with downtown restaurants to create a St. Patrick’s Day special, but it is too late in the year to hold a St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Planning and seeking participants will begin early in 2008 to include the event in the DDA’s special events.
10. Various Other Issues:
There will be wireless connection for the downtown in the future.
11. Board of Trustee's Comments
Director Good also stated that the board should meet to begin the work sessions. It was determined that the board will meet Monday, January 21, at 12:00 p.m.
Trustee O’ Toole wished to express his thanks to Director Good for taking on his position so well and excelling in his job duties.
12. Public Comment
NONE
13. Announcements
NONE
12. Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee O’ Toole at 8:25 a.m. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
__________________________________ DATE:
BRIAN MORVEC, D.C.
CHAIRPERSON
Downtown Development Authority
__________________________________ DATE:
ROGER GOOD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Evans, made a motion to accept the December 2007 Budget-Unaudited and the January payables.
Ayes were Unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA Board recommend the 30 degree angle concept from 9th – 14th and forward said recommendation to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Amy Hubert.
Roll Call Vote:
Trustee Hughes-Jonsson Yes
Trustee Evans Abstain
Trustee O’Toole Abstain
Chairman Moravec No
Trustee Kwarciany Yes
Trustee Hubert Yes
Motion failed due to lack of majority vote.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Kwarciany that the DDA proceed with applying for the Associate Level of the Michigan Main Street through a Letter of Interest accompanied by a Resolution of Support from the City Council of Escanaba. Trustee Evans seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
Trustee O’Toole, seconded by Trustee Kwarciany made a motion to pay the bills submitted by Patrick Connor and Peggy Schumann.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
ACTION SUMMARY-DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
TO: DDA Board of Trustee Members February 6, 2008
At the February 6, 2008 meeting of the Downtown Development Authority, the Board of Trustees took the following action:
A motion was made by Trustee Evans to forward a Resolution of Support in favor of the site plan for Ernie’s Pub to the Planning Commission. Trustee Kwarciany seconded the motion.
Ayes were unanimous.
______________________
Roger Good, Executive Director
Director, Downtown Development Authority
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