HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 1987.11.05 - 18039October 22, 1987
Miscellaneous Resolution # 87283
BY: PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE - Richard D. Kuhn, Jr., Chairperson
IN RE: COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - 1-696 CORRIDOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES CONSULTANT(S)
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee was organized in October 1985 as an
unincorporated coalition of municipal representatives sharing a common interest
in maintaining and improving the quality of life and economic development opportu-
nities in the several communities along the 1-696 Interstate Highway Corridor
in Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor is defined as the 144 square mile area of
Oakland County, bounded by the Eight Mile Road, Fourteen Mile Road, Deguindre
Road and Napier Road with 20 communities and a total population in excess of
450,000 persons; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee has met regularly to share inform-
ation, to facilitate coordinated planning of public services, to inventory
current economic activities in the area, and to address current issues related
to the construction of the remaining portions of 1-696 in Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Executive Committee by resolution of May 7,
1987, determined that the Committee needs professional assistance to further
its mission; and
WHEREAS, the County Executive supports the need to generate increased
economic growth and new employment opportunities in the communities in the
1-696 Corridor, particularly in the older communities; and
WHEREAS, the County Executive through the Department of Community and
Economic Development recommends that said professional services are needed at
this time in order for the I-696 Corridor Committee to complete its planning
efforts and begin the resulting implementation programs prior to the scheduled
December, 1989 completion of the 1-696 Interstate Highway; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development has provided
technical support services to the 1-696 Corridor Committee; and
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F17(E,gY APPROVE THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development believes it
is in the best interest of Oakland County that the Department continues to
provide overall direction and support for coordinating said professional services;
and
WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development recommends
that said professional services can best be provided by private professional
consultant(s) in two phases as outlined on the attached "Proposed Scope of
Professional Services, 1-696 Corridor Planning Program;" and
WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development estimates
the cost of said professional services are $10,000 for Phase I - Preplanning
Services and $90,000 for Phase II - Planning Services.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
approve a program to retain a professional consultant(s) to assist the 1-696
Corridor Committee in furthering its mission to improve the quality of life in
the I-696 communities, coordinate land use planning, identify development and
redevelopment opportunities which could provide economic growth, market the
1-696 Corridor as a place for business location and other related planning
matters in order to provide new employment opportunities for the County's
residents.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorize the
Department of Community and Economic Development to receive proposals from
qualified professional consultants for the aforesaid program, execute the
necessary professional services contract(s), administer the contract(s) and
monitor the performance of said consultant services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Community and Economic
Development report to the Public Services Committee on the proposals received
and obtain its consent prior to awarding any contracts for Phase I and II of
the program.
Mr. Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
REPORT
BY:
IN RE:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
DR. G. WILLIAM CADDELL, CHAIRPERSON
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #87283
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - 1-696 CORRIDOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONSULTANT(S)
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MR. CHAIRPERSON, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:
The Finance Committee, having reviewed Miscellaneous
Resolution #87283, Community and Economic Development - 1-696
Corridor Professional Services Consultant(s), reports with the
recommendation that the resolution be amended by adding the
following BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED paragraph:
In accordance with county policy, the county
agrees that qualified small and/or minority
business enterprises shall have the maximum
practicable opportunity to participate in the
performance of this contract.
MR. CHAIRPERSON, on behalf of the Finance Committee,
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FISCAL NOTE
BY: FINANCE COMMITTEE, DR. G. WIT IjAM CADDELL, CHAIRPERSON
IN RE: COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - I 696 CORRIDOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES CONSULTANT(S) - MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #87283
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XI-G of this Board, the Finance Committee has
reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution #87283 and finds:
1) The Department of Community and Economic Development requests
that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve a Planning
Program to retain professional consultant(s) to assist the 1-696
Corridor Committee for the purpose of improving quality of life
in the communities of the aforementioned area,
2) It is further requested that the Board of Commissioners authorize
the Department of Community and Economic Development to receive
proposals from qualified professional consultant(s), administer
the contracts and monitor the performance of the consultant
services,
3) The Department of Community and Economic Development is to report
to the Public Services Committee on the proposals received,
obtaining approval by the Committee prior to awarding any
contracts to the program,
4) The estimated cost of said professional services are $10,000 for
Phase I - Preplanning Services and $90,000 for Phase II -
Planning Services, for a total of $100,000,
5) Funds are available from the 1986 Undesignated Year End Surplus;
transfers are recommended as follows:
3-10100-909-01-00-9901 Prior Year Balance $100,000
4-10100-119-01-00-3128 Professional Services 100,000
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
October 13, 1987
PROPOSED SCOPE OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1-696 CORRIDOR PLANNING PROGRAM
Prepared by Oakland County Department of Community and Economic Development
Phase I - Preplanning Services
A. Purpose
The purpose of Phase I, Preplanning Services, is to develop
a detailed work program for the subsequent Phase 11, during
which the substantive planning work will be accomplished.
B. Services
Phase I Services would include:
1. Define the scope of professional services required in Phase II
to meet the needs of the 1-696 Corridor Committee;
2. Assiyn work elements to category of specialist consultants;
3. Prepare budget estimate for Phase II;
4. Prepare work sequences and schedules;
5. Provide guidance and assistance in the preparation of
"Requests for Proposals" (RFP) and consultant(s) selection
for Phase II; and
6. Develop consensus approval on above services by the
1-696 Corridor Committee.
Phase II - Planning Services
Since the purpose of Phase I is to define the Phase II scope of work, it would be
premature to now undertake that task.
Nevertheless, the general character of Phase II work as now foreseen is as
follows:
1. Foster economic growth and quality of life through identifying and
evaluating development and redevelopment opportunities. Particular focus will be
given to situations that have been passed over because of impediments such as:
access, ownership patterns, inadequate utilities, deed restrictions, zoning, or
other factors that appear feasible to be resolved.
2. Identify and evaluate significant infrastructure deficiencies, with par-
ticular attention to the road network, off-street parking, and urban amenities
such as: pedestrian circulation, downtown beautification, and signage.
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3. Facilitate and encourage_ sustained intergovernmental cooperation, for ex-
ample, by a council of governments that would address area-wide needs for profes-
sional staffing, promotion, economic surveys, market research, et cetera.
4. Coordinate area-wide planning of land use with particular reference to
economic feasibility, marketability, environmental impact, traffic generation,
infrastructure requirements, and quality of life.
5. Outline implementation programs for carrying out recommendations, taking
into account community resources and support. This task will include development
of a marketing concept and strategy for promoting economic development of the I-
696 Corridor and targeted sub-areas.
Consultant Qualifications
1. Highly experienced and qualified in working with multi-community
groups in area-wide planning for economic development, governmental
cooperation, and community betterment;
2. Familiar with and experienced in South Oakland County;
3. Qualified in the processes and procedures of preparing multi-
discipline work programs, budgets, requests for proposals, contractor
selection, contract negotiations and administration; and,
4. Qualified in working with and overseeing a multi-disciplinary team
of experts that may include: traffic engineers, economists,
appraisers, comunity planners, urban designers, social scientists,
marketing specialists, and others.
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As Adopted 10/01/85
1-696 CORRIDOR COMMITTEE
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1-696 CORRIDOR COMMITTEE
Articles of Organization
Article 1. The Name of the Organization is The 1-696 Corridor Committee.
Article 2. Purpose of Organization
A. The 1-696 Corridor Committee (hereinafter also referred to as Committee) is
formed as an unincorporated coalition of municipal representatives, sharing a
common interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life and
development opportunities in the communities along the 1-696 corridor in
Oakland County.
B. The Committee is solely advisory and recommendatory body and shall not
exercise any governmental or proprietary authority.
C. The goals of the Committee are
I. Develop, maintain, and share up to date information of current
conditions, and facilitate coordinated planning for development,
redevelopment, and community improvement in the areas affected by
1-696 in southern Oakland County.
2. Update selected significant portions of the 1972 1-696 Plan as they relate
to current conditions, projections, and plan proposals, for consideration
by individual municipalities.
3. Develop work programs and cost estimates for carrying out municipal
improvements and activities such as by of illustration -- road
improvements, redevelopment, promotion for economic development,
updated zoning and development regulation.
4. Achieve improved area wide coordination of planning, through a corridor
planning commission or other mechanisms.
5. Through successful achievement of the above goals, lay a foundation for
broadening common areas of interest from that of the 1-696 corridor ;:o
other commonly shared problems and concerns that relate to maintaining
and preserving the quality of life and economic vitality of southern
D. Function of Committee
I. A basic function of the Committee shall be to improve inter-municipal
coordination, cooperation, and communication on matters related to the
purpose and goals set forth above, to facilitate the achievement of
consensus on matters of area-wide interest, and to strengthen the
effectiveness of municipal policies and goals by unity of action. In
furtherance of this function, members shall furnish liason between the
Committee and their respective municipalities. The Oakland County
Executive agrees to furnish staff services to the Committee.
Article 3. Memberships, Appointments, Terms, Vacancies
A. The Committee shall consist of the Chief Administrative Officer of each unit
of government (cities, villages, townships and county) which are in whole or
part located in the area bounded by Fourteen Mile Road, Dequindre Road,
Eight Mile Road, and Napier Road in Oakland County. Each such member shall
appoint his or her alternate member. The original membership of the
------ Committee-constitutes representation-frorrn: --1) the cities of Novi, Farmington
Hills, Hazel Park, Farmington, Southfield, Lathrup Village, Berkley,
--- --Huntington—Woods, Oak Park, Ferndale, Royal Oak, Madison Heights, and
• Pleasant Ridge; 2) the Township of Royal Oak; 3) Oakland County. The
• Committee will consider membership representation from other municipalities
within the above described area. _
B. All members of the Committee shall serve without compensation by the
Committee.
C. Each member shall have one (1) vote, and in a member's absence, the member's
alternate shall have one (1) vote. Only a member, or the member's alternate
in his or her absence, may introduce or support motions.
ID. No action of the 1-696 Corridor Committee or any of its members is intended
to constitute an official action by any municipality, and any vote cast by a
Committee member is not intended to be construed as necessarily constituting
the official position of a municipality.
Article 4. Officers and Duties
A. The members of the Committee shall elect from its membership a
Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary.
B. The terms of the office for all officers shall be for one (1) year ending
October 1 of each year or until a successor is elected.
C. The Chairperson shall preside at all meetings and shall perform all functions
usually performed by the chairperson of an organization.
D. The Vice-Chairperson shall preside at all meetings in the absence of the
Chairperson.
E. The Secretary shall cause to be maintained an accurate record of all official
resolutions, findings, determinations and proceedings of the Committee, and
shall notify members of meetings.
Article 5. Subcommittees
A. The Committee may appoint an Executive Committee and subcommittees
from among its membership to review, study and report on matters of special
interest to the full membership of the Committee. However, no such
appointed committee shall act on behalf of the 1-696 Corridor Committee
except as specifically authorized by the 1-696 Corridor Committee.
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Article 6. Meetings _
A. Regular meetings of the Committee shall be held not less than four (4) times
each year. Special meetings may be called by the Chairperson or by petition
of twenty percent (20%) of the members in writing. For meetings, a quorum
shall be constituted when more than one half of the members (or alternate
members present on behalf of members) are in attendance at a meeting. All
members shall be notified of the date, time and location of each meeting at
least five (5) days prior to the meeting. It shall be a member's responsibility
to notify his or her alternate of a meeting.
B. All resolutions and official actions by the Committee shall require a favorable
vote by a majority of the votes cast.
Adopted by the Committee at a regular meeting held October I, 1985.
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I696 CORRIDOR COMMITTEE
MEMBERS
BERKLEY
John Kiracofe, Manager
FERNDALE
Jess R. Soltess, Manager
Dwayne A. McLachlan, Alternate
BEVERLY HILLS
Tom Good, Acting Manager
FARMINGTON
Robert F. Deadman, Manager
Robert Schultz, Alternate
FARM INGTON HILLS
William Costick, Manager
HUNTINGTON WOODS
Mark Wollenweber, Manager
Jim Stewart, Alternate
HAZEL PARK
Marilyn Manning, Manager
MADISON HEIGHTS
Dorothy Lents, Manager
Peter Connors, Alternate
LATHRUP
Jerald D. Stone, Administrator
NOVI
Edward F. Kriewall, Manager
Jim Wahl, Alternate
OAK PARR
Aaron Marsh, Manager
Henry Lybeck, Alternate
PLEASANT RIDGE
Bernard Guida, Manager
ROYAL OAK
William J. Baldridge, Manager
Charles Demaggio, Alternate
SOUTHFIELD
Robert Block
Liason Members
ROYAL OAK TOWNSHIP
Superintendent
WIXOM
Henry Mack, Mayor
Keith Salo, Alternate
Milton Handorf
Joe Joachim
Marlin Rubin
Jack Driker
Jim Barbaresso
Robert Tiura
Catherine Roberson
Sue Wolfram
Dave Chick
Oakland County DPW
Oakland County Economic Devel, Grp.
Oakland County Planning Div.
Oakland County Economic Devel. Grp.
Oakland County Road Commission
MDOT
MDOC
MDOC
Detroit Edison
IN RE: 1-696 CORRIDOR COMMITZEE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RESOLUTION
DATED: May 7, 1987
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee was organized in October 1985 as an
unincorporated coalition of municipal representatives, sharing a common interest in
maintaining and improving the quality of life and development opportunities in the
communities along the 1-696 Corridor in Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee has met regularly to share information of
current conditions, facilitate coordinated development planning and promote economic
development in the 1-696 Corridor; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee has determined that it needs professional
assistance to further its mission of improving the quality of life of the 1-696
communities, coordinating land use planning, identifying development and redevelopment
opportunities which provide economic growth and marketing the 1-696 Corridor as a place
for businesses to locate in; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Executive has recently recommended to the County Board
of Commissioners that $100,000 be appropriated for such professional assistance to the
1-696 Corridor Committee; and
WHEREAS, the 1-696 Corridor Committee's Executive Committee considers the County's
recommendation appropriate and timely to address the need for a professional consultant
for the 1-696 Corridor Comuittee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the 1-696 Corridor Committee's Executive
Committee supports the aforesaid recommendation of the County Executive and urges
approval of the recommendation by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, upon appropriation of the aforesaid funds by the Board
of ComiLlissioners, that the County Executive, through his Economic Development Group,
retain a professional consultant who's initial scope of work will be the conduct of a
preplanning effort to define the final work outline which will be used by the 1-696
Corridor Couulittee to select a qualified consultant(s) to conduct the overall program
with the following goals:
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Farmington Hills
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a. To foster economic development through
identification of development and
redevelpoment opportunities.
b. To improve infrastructure.
c. To encourage intergovernmental cooperation.
d. To coordinate planning.
e. To develop community-based work programs
for improvement.
Moved by William Costick and supported by Jess Soltess that the aforesaid
resolution be adopted by the 1-696 Corridor Committee's Executive Committee and that
copies be forwarded to the Oakland County Executive and the Chairperson of the Oakland
County Board of Commissioners.
-.ApprovOl.flpy unanimous vote:
Robert R. Block, Chairperson and
City Administrator of Southfield
Jess R. Soitess, City Manager of Ferndale
5th day of 1987 November
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RESOLUTION # 87283
November 5, 1987
Moved by Richard Kuhn supported by Angus McPherson the Finance
Committee report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the report was
accepted.
Moved by Richard Kuhn supported by Angus McPherson the resolution,
with a positive Fiscal Note attached, be adopted.
Moved by Price supported by Rowland the resolution be amended to
be consistent with the Finance Committee report.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the amendment carried.
Vote on resolution as amended:
AYES: Doyon, Gosling, Hobart, Jensen, R. Kuhn, S. Kuhn, Lanni, Law,
Luxon, McConnell, McDonald, A. McPherson, R. McPherson, Moffitt, Page,
Price, Rewold, Rowland, Skarritt, Wilcox, Aaron, Caddell, Calandra Crake. (24)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution, as
amended and with a positive Fiscal Note attached, was adopted.
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, Lynn D. Allen, Clerk of the County of Oakland and having a seal,
do hereby certify that I have compared the annexed copy of
this Miscellaneous Resolution adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
at their meeting held on November 5, 1987
with the orginial record thereof now remaining in my office, and
that it is a true and correct transcript therefrom, and of the
whole thereof.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the
seal of said County at Pontiac, Michigan
this
County Clerk/Register of Deeds