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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 2021-R0453 - 420 E Broadway East-Side (Façade) Grant with Lee's PDR, LLCResolution No. 2021-R0453 Item No. 6.8 November 16, 2021 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5 of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Economic Development Corporation (the "Corporation"), the City Council of the City of Lubbock (the "City Council"), as the Corporation's authorizing unit, has the authority to approve all programs and expenditures of the Corporation; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the public to approve the program or expenditure, as proposed to the City Council by the Corporation, as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference; NOW THEREFORE: BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK: THAT the East Side Fagade Grant program or expenditure of the Corporation, in the amount set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, to be provided to Lee's PDR, LLC, is hereby approved pursuant to Section 5 of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Corporation. Passed by the City Council on November 16, 2021 ATTEST: DANIEL M. POPE, MAYOR kZef a Garza, City Sec to AS TO CO Brianna Gerardi, Business Develj pment Director APPROVED AS TO FORM: elli Leisure, ssistant City Attorney ccdocs/RES. Market Lubbock ES Fapade Expenditure -- Lees PDR 11.02.21 Resolution No. 2021-R0453 RE 21-62 RESOLUTION APPROVING LEE'S PDR, LLC EAST -SIDE FACADE GRANT AT 420 EAST BROADWAY THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF LUBBOCK At a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of MARKET LUBBOCK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, INC., a Texas nonprofit corporation (MLI), on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, held in conformity with the bylaws, after due notice as therein provided, a quorum being present and acting, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, MLI presented to members of the Board the proposal of a possible Economic Development Grant and Contract to Chris Lee, owner of Lee's PDR, LLC, for renovations to the property at 420 E. Broadway, located within the East Lubbock Neighborhood Empowerment Zone as designated by the City of Lubbock. This property is a multipurpose shop with Chris operating a paint, dent and hail damage vehicle repair shop and Rob Lee, Chris' father, doing metal and wood art fabrication, welding and working with local artist on their projects. The scope of work includes xeroscaping the frontage area of East Broadway including protecting native plants, removing dead trees and removing decades of accumulated debris and litter, paving the front of the property to provide an all season outdoor work area for art projects and converting an existing fence on the front of the building into a 20-foot gate to allow pull -through access to the back of the property for a total of $12,158 in facade expenses. The terms and conditions of such Economic Development Grant and Contract, other than the normal terms and conditions applicable to all such Economic Development Grant and Contracts by the Corporation, are described generally as follows, to wit: Grant Chris Lee, owner of Lee's PDR, LLC, an East -Side Facade Grant totaling $6,079 for $12,158 in renovations at 420 E. Broadway, located within the East Lubbock Neighborhood Empowerment Zone as designated by the City of Lubbock, once proof of payment has been submitted. WHEREAS, The Board of Directors of MLI finds that an Economic Development Grant and Contract offering the incentive for providing assistance to renovate their facility, meet and comply with the qualifications and purposes of the Corporation for the granting of such Economic Development Grants and Contracts. Upon Motion by Director, Mr. Matt Bumstead and Seconded by Director, Mr. James Conwright, IT WAS RESOLVED that MLI offer and, if accepted by Recipient, enter into an Economic Grant and Contract with Chris Lee, owner of Lee's PDR, LLC for the renovations at 420 East Broadway, Lubbock, Texas. This Economic Development Grant and Contract will be on the normal terms and conditions of such East -Side Grant Program and Contract offered by MLI to existing businesses and business prospects and authorize the CEO to enter into and execute all documents related to the Economic Grant and Contract. i John Osborne, President & CEO Linda Davis, Secretary MARKET LUBBOCK, INC. — EAST SIDE GRANT PROGRAM 420 E. Broadway (Lee's PDR, LLC) TOTAL FACADE SCOPE OF WORK = $12,158 FACADE GRANT = $6,079 M A R K E T LUBBOCK. East Side Grant Program Presented to MLI Board October 27, 2021 Project 420 E. Broadway (FaVade) Lee's PDR, LLC at 420 E. Broadway is making improvements to the exterior of their property, located in the East Lubbock Neighborhood Empowerment Zone, as designated by the City of Lubbock. Lee's PDR, LLC, owned by Chris Lee, is a paint less dent removal and hail damage vehicle repair shop that has been in business for 10 years. Chris and his father, Rob Lee, purchased 420 E. Broadway almost three years ago. This property is a multipurpose shop. Rob does some metal and wood art fabrication, welding and collaborating with local artists on their projects. The building is also the headquarters for Lubbock Windriders Disc Golf Club. Chris and Rob have been volunteering the design, installation, purchasing of equipment, and maintenance of 3 disc golf courses in cooperation with Parks & Recreation Department for 27 years. This shop is finally a place where they can store and maintain the equipment needed for that service, which centers around Mackenzie Park. The scope of facade work will include xeroscaping the 100'x25' East Broadway frontage - protect native plants, remove dead trees, trim trees and remove decades of accumulated debris and litter, paving the front of the property to provide an all season outdoor work area for art projects and convert an existing fence on the front of the building into a 20' gate to allow pull -through access to the back of the property for a total of $12,158 in facade expenses. The MLI Board is being asked to consider an East Side Facade Grant for Lee's PDR, LLC totaling $6,079 at 420 E. Broadway. LUBBOCK. East Side Grant - Application The information requested on this form will be used by Market Lubbock, Inc. for analysis of your project. MLI CONTACT INFORMATION Jorge Quirino - Special Projects Phone: 806.749.4500 Market Lubbock, Inc. 1500 Broadway, Sixth Floor, Lubbock, TX 79401 Email: jorge(a)marketlubbock.org Date Initial Application Submitted (Due prior to start of construction or permits assigned) 12/31/20 Projected Project Start Date 1TBD Project Property Address Property LCAD R# Company Name Street Address City, State, Zip GENERAL INFORMI Name Title Phone Number Email 120 E. Broadway, 79401 R157707 Lee's PDR. LLC Lubbock, TX 79414 XION ABOUT THE COMPANY CONTACT Rob Lee Partner 806-928-2115 Robertclee@_suddenlink.net INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROJECT Property Ownership: Own Q Lease ❑ Owner Approved ❑ Grant Type (May choose both if applicable): Permittable ❑ Fagade ❑ )etailed Proiect Summary (including moiected start date) and Description of Work: 1. Xeroscaping the 100'x25' East Broadway frontage - protect native plants, removing dead trees, trim trees and emoving decades of accumulated debris and litter. $1,250.00 ?. Paving front of the property to provide an all season outdoor work area for art projects. $9,712.50 3. Convert an existing fence on the front of the building into a 20' gate to allow pull -through access to the back of he property. $1,195.00 Summary of Expenses detailed bids attached Projected MLI Approved Reimbursement Landscaping $1,250 $625 Paving $9,713 $4,856 Fencing $1,195 $598 TOTALI $12,158 $6,079 Final dials will be used to calculate the project cost and grant amount. 1 MLI 5.26.20 COMPANY BACKGROUND List any person or entity that has at least 5% ownership in the Applicant Company: Name Percent Name Percent Christopher J. Lee 100% Is the firm registered with the Secretary of State's Office to do business in Texas? Yes g Are you in good standing with the State of Texas? Yes It you answered "No" to either of the above two questions, please explain Is the firm and/or principals delinquent on any federal, state or local tax obligations? No g Has the company or principals of the company had prior bankruptcies or lawsuits? No It you answered "Yes" to either of the above two questions, please explain APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITIES (PROPERTY OWNER OR LEASEE) City of Lubbock requirements: City of Lubbock - Planning Department 806-775-2108 Contact the City of Lubbock to determine the following: ❑ Does the scope of work meet East Side standards and guidelines? ❑ Are permits required for any aspect of the scope of work? El Are public improvements required? NO ['�] Is there a current Certificate of Occupancy on file for this property? Market Lubbock, Inc. (MLI) requirements: Manager of Downtown & Special Projects (Jorge Quirino) 806-749-4500 Application Packet: ❑ Initial application (page one of this document) must be received by MLI prior to the start of construction and/or before permits are assigned All remaining documents must be received and an application packet presented to the MLI Board no more than three months after the initial application is received by MLI. Date Final Documents Received: ❑ Copies of City permits or City approval ❑ Copy of Current Certificate of Occupancy ❑ Detailed Construction Bids or Schedule of Values ❑ Before Picture (prior to construction beginning) ❑ Architectural Plans (if applicable) ❑ Architectural Renderings (if applicable) After completion of construction: ❑ Certificate of Occupancy or Similar City Document Approving Completion (Applicant responsible for final scope of work matching approved scope) Proof of Payment: ❑ PAID Invoices (must reference the approved project) ❑ Processed Checks, Bank or Credit Card Statements matching PAID invoices (legible copies) MLI 5.26.20 Overview • An Applicant must be a valid Owner or Tenant (Lessee) of the property needing improvements • Properties must fall within the Lubbock Downtown TIF boundaries (Central Business District TIF) • Single -Family residences and duplexes are excluded. • An Applicant is eligible to receive a permittable grant and/or fagade grant per property (LCAD R# or Development Lot), per enterprise, per year. Must wait one year from approval to apply again for the same property. (Expenses used in one application cannot be used in another application.) • Applicant is not eligible for grant program funding if delinquent in property taxes according to LCAD records - includes all LCAD properties listed in the applicant's name • MLI disbursements are characterized as "reimbursable grants" - Applicant pays expenses first • Expenses eligible for reimbursement must relate to reasonable costs or expenses. • Receipt of an application is not a guarantee of grant approval. Grant Types Permittable Projects • Improvements require a City of Lubbock permit • Improvements may be made to the exterior and/or interior of the property • Improvements must total a minimum of $5,000 • The permittable grant reimburses 10% of approved expenses up to a $50,000 grant • Permittable scope of work that may be considered: • HVAC • Plumbing • Electrical • Structural • Any other work requring a City of Lubbock permit Facade Projects • Improvements may or may not require a City of Lubbock permit • Improvements must be made to the exterior of the property facing the most prominent street • Improvements must total a minimum of $1,000 • The fagade grant reimburses 50% of approved expenses up to a $25,000 grant • Fagade scope of work that may be considered: • Painting • New windows and doors • Signage • Landscaping • Parking lots • Awnings • Any other work that improves the appearnce of the fagade Signature (not required for electronic submittals): Per JQ follow up Date: 10.13.21 MLI 5.26.20 ARN OF - Yy.FN p 'r f thin GREEN line Environmental Planning & Restoration 3101 77th Street Lubbock, Texas 79423 Phone 806-928-2115 TO: Lee's PDR, LLC 420 East Broadway Lubbock, Texas 79414 PROPOSAL INVOICE #243 DATE: OCTOBER 1, 2021 FOR: Xeriscape 100' of frontage at 420 E Broadway DESCRIPTION HOURS Remove 6 dead Siberian Elm Trees. Trim 15 Net -leaf Hackberry Trees and RATE AMOUNT 15 Siberian Elm Trees to allow canopy development. Protect and enhance all existing native grasses, wildflowers, yuccas, and mesquite. Remove all invasive exotic broadleaf weeds. Remove all trash, litter, dead branches, and $1,250.00 rubble. Broadcast locally collected native wildflower seeds and lightly disturb soil surface to enhance germination. TOTAL $1,250.00 Guero's Concrete 9120 Hwy 1585 Lubbock, Texas Bid for concrete work at 420 E Broadway. 9/22/2021 Northeast corner of lot. Convert approximately 1,850 square feet of existing dirt common work area to fiber reinforced concrete. Excavate and remove soil for new slab. Conform slab profile to existing adjacent slab for drainage to North and East. Reinforce perimeter with rebar. Finish surface to match adjacent area. 1850 sq ft x $5.25/sq ft = $9,712.50 Benjamin Guero 806-549-5809 420 East Broadway 10-12-2021 Bid to turn fence into 2 Gates: The fence from the Northwest corner of the shop to the Northwest corner of the property will be cut down from existing post, and cut in half. Then a 4"x4" 3/16" post will be concreted 3' into the ground on both ends of the opening. A small portion of the existing fence will be used to tie in the two sides to the new post. The rest of the fence will be hung on heavy duty hinges in two pieces closing in the center. A lockable latch will be fabricated as well as steaks to go in the ground to hold gate in open or closed position. Price may vary depending on cost of metal since it is Market Price and has been changing so much recently. Total $1,195.00 Thanks, David Moss tI F L;W 0'- hk 420 E. Broadway PA-cf: A 14;