REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTHFIELD. March 17, 2008 INDEX RESOLUTION TOPIC PAGE(S)

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1 REGULAR MEETING Approved May 5, 2008 OF THE COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTHFIELD March 17, 2008 INDEX RESOLUTION TOPIC PAGE(S) **** POSTPONED Presentation from County Commissioner Vince Gregory...1 **** PRESENTATION to Harley Ellis Devereaux APPROVAL of City Council Meeting Minutes from January 28, 2008; February 4, 2008; February 11, 2008; February 19, 2008; and March 3, **** Request for Recognition by Clyde Nichols...2 **** Request for Recognition by Gail Williams-Nichols...2 **** Consent Agenda Portion APPROVAL of Purchase of a New Server for the Library s Integrated Library System AUTHORIZATION of Contract for Back-Up Emergency Medical Transport Services AUTHORIZATION to Join the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association APPROVAL of Brownfield Redevelopment Plan submitted by Comau, Inc **** Council Section **** Mayoral Section APPROVAL of Transfer of Liquor License from Shanghai Café To ISSA Japanese Restaurant, LLC APPROVAL of Transfer of Liquor License from Zhou & Jiang, Inc to Zhou & Sun, Inc. d/b/a Hunan Garden...8

2 REGULAR MEETING 2 MARCH 17, APPROVAL to Cancel April 28, 2008 Meeting and Schedule Joint Meeting with Providence Hospital for June 5, 2008 at 6:00 p.m...8

3 REGULAR MEETING Approved May 5, 2008 OF THE COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTHFIELD March 17, 2008 The Council of the City of Southfield convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, Evergreen Road, Southfield, Michigan with Council President Joan Seymour in the Chair. PRESENT: Council Members Donald F. Fracassi, Myron A. Frasier, Sylvia Jordan, Sidney Lantz, William Lattimore, Joan Seymour and Kenson J. Siver. ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Brenda L. Lawrence, City Clerk Nancy L.M. Banks, City Administrator James G. Scharret and City Attorney John E. Beras. As there was a quorum, Council was in session. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance. **** The first item on the agenda was a Presentation from County Commissioner Vince Gregory. This item was postponed and would be rescheduled to a future date. **** The next item was a Presentation of Standard of Excellence Award to Harley Ellis Devereaux. Council President Seymour and Mayor Lawrence presented Dennis King, Jim Page and Gary Scogg of Harley Ellis Devereaux with a Standard of Excellence Award in recognition of their company being a community model for exemplary leadership in the business community and a standard of excellence in their industry. Dennis King thanked Council for their recognition of the 100 th year of operation of Harley Ellis Devereaux in Southfield. He stated they now have 5 offices nationally with 55 primary owners and are very proud of what they have accomplished. The agenda then moved to approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of January 28, 2008; Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of February 4, 2008; Regular Council Meeting of February 11, 2008; Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of February 19, 2008 and Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of March 3, 2008.

4 REGULAR MEETING 2 MARCH 17, Motion by Fracassi, supported by Frasier. Southfield does hereby approve the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of January 28, 2008; Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of February 4, 2008; Regular Council Meeting of February 11, 2008; Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) of February 19, 2008 and Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the- Whole) of March 3, **** The agenda moved to the Communication Section Item A Request for Recognition of Clyde Nichols. Clyde Nichols, Indian, Southfield, Michigan asked Council if the proposed City Centre Plan would involve elimination of the Mary Thompson Farm because he felt the seniors needed a welcoming place to go. Council President Seymour explained that the Thompson Farm is heavily deed restricted and will not be changed should the City Centre Plan come to fruition. **** The next item on the agenda was Communication Item B Request for Recognition of Gail Williams-Nichols. Gail Williams-Nicols, Indian, Southfield, Michigan addressed the Council with her frustration that her husband, Clyde Nichols, was not mentioned as being instrumental in getting the Cell Phone Ordinance approved by Council. Also, that the stones under the Beech/Inkster/9 Mile bridge deny access to deer crossing the street. She suggested to have the stones removed for safety to drivers. Council President Seymour requested Administration report back to Council on the bridge matter. The agenda moved to the Consent Agenda portion Items CA-A through CA-C. Council President Seymour listed the following items: CA-A. Approval to Purchase a New Server for the Library s Integrated Library System from Innovative Interfaces, Inc. Action Requested: Approve the purchase of new library server in an amount not to exceed $25,140.00, including installation, from Innovative Interfaces, Inc.

5 REGULAR MEETING 3 MARCH 17, 2009 CA-B. Receipt of Proposals for Back-up Emergency Medical Transport Services Action Requested: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract with Community Emergency Medical Services of Southfield, Michigan, to provide emergency back-up medical transport services, beginning upon the issuance of a notice to proceed for a period of three years with two, two-year extension options. CA-C. Authorization to Join the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association Action Requested: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an inter-local agreement creating the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association with funding in the amount of $1, for the first year. President Seymour asked if Council or any member of the public would like any item on the Consent Agenda to be removed for discussion. There being no one, Council went on to approve the items on the Consent Agenda. CA-A. Approval to Purchase a New Server for the Library s Integrated Library System from Innovative Interfaces, Inc Motion by Lattimore, supported by Siver. Southfield does hereby approve the purchase of a new library server in an amount not to exceed $25,140, including installation, from Innovative Interfaces, Inc. without the requirement of competitive bidding in accordance with Chapter 8, Section (1) of the City s Code of Ordinances: Where the subject of the contract is not competitive in nature and/or no advantage to the City would result from requiring competitive bidding... Funds are available for this purchase in the Library Equipment Revolving Fund (Account No ). CA-B. Receipt of Proposals for Back-up Emergency Medical Transport Services Motion by Lattimore, supported by Siver. Southfield does hereby authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract with Community Emergency Medical Services of Southfield, Michigan to provide emergency back-up medical transport services, beginning upon the issuance of a notice to proceed, for a period of three years with two, two-year extension options.

6 REGULAR MEETING 4 MARCH 17, 2009 CA-C. Authorization to Join the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association Motion by Lattimore, supported by Siver. Southfield does hereby adopt the resolution for approval of an inter-local agreement for participation of the Southfield Fire Department in the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association, and authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an inter-local agreement creating the Oakland County Mutual Aid Association, with funding in the amount of $1, to be requested in the Fire Department budget. The agenda moved to Public Hearing A Brownfield Redevelopment Plan submitted by Comau, Inc. for property located at Eight Mile Road, Sidwell Parcel , City of Southfield, County of Oakland, State of Michigan. Mr. Banda stated Comau, Inc. has decided to stay in Southfield and plans to redevelop a functionally obsolete 115,000 square foot building on their property for use in its manufacturing operations and to provide supporting office space. They are requesting a tax increment of $450,000 over 16 years. The project has been before the Southfield Brownfield Redevelopment Authority who recommended approval of the Development Plan, Tax Increment Financing Plan and a Development and Reimbursement Agreement in accordance with the provisions of the Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act P.A. 381 of 1996, as amended. If approved this evening by Council, the Brownfield Redevelopment Plan will be taken to Lansing tomorrow morning for approval of a MEGA loan. Council President Seymour declared the Public Hearing open. Kurt Brauer, Bodman LLP, 1901 St. Antoine Street, Detroit, Michigan appeared as attorney for Comau, Inc. and was there should questions arise. Keith Rochon, Comau, Inc., Telegraph Road, Southfield, Michigan stated Comau builds equipment that builds cars. They will be consolidating their design management; and renovating and consolidating one of three buildings. Christine Roeder, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, 300 N. Washington Square, Lansing, Michigan stated she was hopeful that the MEGA Board would approve this project in the morning and was pleased that it would retain jobs and position itself for new jobs in the future. As there was no one else who wished to be heard, Council President Seymour declared the Public Hearing closed.

7 REGULAR MEETING 5 MARCH 17, Motion by Fracassi, supported by Frasier. WHEREAS, on February 1, 2008, the Southfield Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (SBRA) met and recommended approval of the Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan and a Development and Reimbursement Agreement for the Comau, Inc. Project and recommended forwarding it to the Southfield City Council for approval, and; WHEREAS, on February 25, 2008, the Southfield City Council set a public hearing date for March 17, 2008, to discuss and possibly approve the Comau, Inc. Project; and WHEREAS, the public hearing was advertised in the Southfield Observer & Eccentric newspaper on March 2 and 6, 2008, in accordance with P.A. 381, of 1996, as amended (P.A. 381); NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Southfield City Council makes the following determinations: A. That the plan meets the requirements of Section 13 of P.A. 381; and B. That the proposed method of financing the costs of eligible activities is feasible and the authority has the ability to arrange the financing; and C. That the costs of eligible activities proposed are reasonable and necessary to carry out the purposes of P.A. 381; and D. That the amount of captured taxable value estimated to result from adoption of the plan is reasonable; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the latest revision of the Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Comau, Inc. Project dated February 13, 2008, as submitted to City Council, being in compliance with P.A. 381, is hereby approved and adopted. The duration of the Plans shall be for a period not to exceed thirty (30) years as provided by subsequent increases or decreases in the Tax Increment Revenues per P.A. 381; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Attorney is hereby directed to prepare the necessary Development and Reimbursement Agreement between the developer of the Comau, Inc. Project and the City and that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign said agreement on behalf of the City; and

8 REGULAR MEETING 6 MARCH 17, 2009 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that within sixty (60) days of this resolution, the City Assessor shall prepare the Initial Base Year Assessment Roll for the properties within the Comau, Inc. Project. The Initial Base Year Assessment Roll shall list each taxing jurisdiction in which the Comau, Inc. Project is located, the Initial Assessed Value of the Eligible Properties on the effective date of this resolution, and the amount of tax revenue derived by each taxing jurisdiction on the Eligible Properties in the Comau, Inc. Project area; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Assessor shall transmit copies of the Initial Base Year Assessment Roll to the City Treasurer, County Treasurer, Southfield Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and each taxing jurisdiction, together with a notice that the assessment roll has been prepared in accordance with this resolution and the Tax Increment Financing Plan in the Development Plan approved by this resolution; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each year within fifteen (15) days following the final equalization of property in the City of Southfield Comau, Inc. Project area, the City Assessor shall prepare an updated Assessment Roll. The updated Assessment Roll shall show the information required in the Initial Base Year Assessment Roll and, in addition, the Captured Assessed Value for that year; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that each year the City Treasurer shall transmit that portion of the tax revenues of all taxing jurisdictions paid on the captured assessed value to the Southfield Brownfield Redevelopment Authority not more than thirty (30) days after tax increment revenues are collected, excluding millage specifically excluded by P.A **** Next on the agenda was the Council Section. Councilman Frasier reminded the public that on February 17, 2009, there would no longer be analog reception on televisions. Certificates from the government could be obtained to purchase digital converter boxes for $ Councilman Frasier suggested that meetings be held prior to the Washington D.C. conference to gather information for Council to present to their Representatives while in Washington D.C. In previous years, booklets were presented to them to assist in funding of various projects.

9 REGULAR MEETING 7 MARCH 17, 2009 Councilman Siver informed the public that Elm trees were for sale in celebration of Southfield s 50 th Anniversary. Councilman Siver reminded everyone that the Annual Spring Clean-Up and Volunteer Day would be held Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For further information call Councilman Siver mentioned the Planetarium was having a Spring Series of 8 showings for $7.00 each. Councilman Lattimore stated the Legislative Committee will be meeting to discuss foreclosures. Councilwoman Jordan suggested recognizing Meriwether s and Sweet Lorraine s for their continued success in the City. Councilman Fracassi expressed kudos to the Police Department for catching the individuals responsible for the problems in the 10 Mile/Greenfield area. Councilman Fracassi wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick s Day and Blessed Easter. Councilman Frasier informed the public that the Southfield-Lathrup High School rendition of Fame is wonderful. **** The agenda then moved to the Mayor s Section. Mayor Lawrence extended congratulations to Providence Hospital for their National recognition. Mayor Lawrence informed the public she had given testimony in Washington DC on the foreclosure issue and suggested a block grant for foreclosure victims rather than low income as this disaster is effecting diverse communities. Mayor Lawrence requested a report on cold patching at the next meeting. The agenda then moved to the Clerk, Treasurer, Planner, Assessor, and Engineer s Section Item No. 5-A Liquor License Request ISSA Japanese Restaurant, LLC. City Clerk Banks stated at the Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-ofthe-Whole) of March 3, 2008, Council reviewed the liquor license application from ISSA Japanese Restaurant, LLC to transfer ownership from Shanghai Café, Inc. of a 2007 Class C licensed business with Entertainment Permit, located at Northwestern, in the City of Southfield. All documents and approvals have been received from the required City Departments. Applicant Seiichiro Imai was present should any questions arise.

10 REGULAR MEETING 8 MARCH 17, Motion by Fracassi, supported by Lattimore. Southfield does hereby approve the request of ISSA Japanese Restaurant, LLC, to transfer ownership of a 2007 Class C Licensed Business, with Entertainment Permit, from Shanghai Café, Inc., located at Northwestern, Southfield, Michigan, 48034, Oakland County. Next on the agenda was Item No. 5-B Liquor License Request of Zhou & Sun, Inc. d/b/a Hunan Garden. City Clerk Banks stated at the Regular Council Meeting (conducted as a Committee-ofthe-Whole) of March 3, 2008, Council reviewed the liquor license application from Zhou & Sun, Inc. doing business as Hunan Garden to transfer ownership from Zhou & Jiang, Inc. of a 2007 Class C licensed business located in escrow at W Ten Mile Road, in the City of Southfield. Applicants Charles Zhou and Li Sun were present should any questions arise Motion by Fracassi, supported by Frasier. Southfield does hereby approve the request to transfer ownership of 2007 Class C licensed business, located in escrow at W Ten Mile Road, Southfield, MI, 48034, Oakland County, from Zhou & Jiang, Inc. to Zhou & Sun, Inc. Next on the agenda was Item No. 5-C Council Meeting Schedule City Clerk Banks informed Council that officials from Providence Hospital have requested a joint meeting with City Council, Southfield elected Officials and Administrative Staff for the purpose of providing information on long-term projects of Providence Hospital, community health outreach initiatives and the future of St. John Health System. The requested date for this meeting was Thursday, June 5, 2008 at 6:00 p.m Motion by Siver, supported by Frasier. Southfield hereby cancels the Regular Meeting scheduled for April 28, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. and schedules a Regular Meeting (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) for Thursday, June 5, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at Providence Hospital, W. Nine Mile Road, Southfield, Michigan.

11 REGULAR MEETING 9 MARCH 17, 2009 There being no further business, the Regular Meeting of Council of March 17, 2008 adjourned at 8:00 p.m., until the next Regular Meeting of Council (conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) scheduled for March 24, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room of the Municipal Building, Evergreen Road, Southfield, Michigan. Council President Joan Seymour City Clerk Nancy L. M. Banks \ps