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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 e F17(E,gY APPROVE THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION 0\1 iZizfe T. Murp )1; 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 $ -0- 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. 1 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. 2 As Adopted 10/01/85 1-696 CORRIDOR COMMITTEE Articles of Organization Page A rticle I. Name of Organization • ....... OOOOOOOOO 0.0•0000•0000400•00•00• I Article 2. Purpose of Organization .... a ........ .. — ..... . ........ ....• 1 Article 3. Memberships, Appointments, Terms and Vacancies... — . ..... ... 2 Article 4. Officers and Duties e•go "err ear. orarrisor.or e0000000•00000•04 2 A rticle 5. Subcommittees ........ 0 ••••••••••••••••••••00 00 900 004•00000 2 A rticle 6. Meetings* ft" p p.643•orror.. ....... .0000 0 000000000000 000 ...... 3 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. -2- 411: 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. -3- 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: /1 lam M. CbstickTay -Manager Farmington Hills of . A 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 EN 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