Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority Board met June 13.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Board Members Present: Brett J. Hart, Chairman; Robert G. Reiter, Vice-Chairman; Julie Chavez, Secretary/Treasurer; David Kahnweiler; Roger J. Kiley; Terrance B. McGann; Juan A. Ochoa; Ronald E. Powell
*Teleconference
Others Present: Lori T. Healey, CEO; Darka Papushkewych, General Counsel; Larita Clark, Acting Chief Financial Officer, David Causton, SMG/McCormick Place; David Winters, Chief Operations Officer, Matthew Simmons, Assistant General Counsel; Anne Szkatulski, Assistant General Counsel; Steve Georgas, Chief Security Officer; Dao Ngo, Director of Procurement; Tiffany Petties, Business Diversity Program Coordinator; Stephanie Nieves, Assistant Controller; Michael Merchant, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs & Regulatory Compliance, Jeanette Swan, Director of Internal Audit; Barnaby Dinges, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Pat Allen, Director of Labor Relations; Jason Bormann, Treasury Manager, Marilynn Rubio, Senior Manager of Community Engagement & Special Events; Peter Schurla, SMG/McCormick Place; Danny Ecker, Crain's Chicago Business; Joseph Scheper, SMG/McCormick Place; Members of United Voters for Truth and Change: Marvin Deberry; Steve Scott; Jacoby Hicks, Jarmain Merritt; Keitty Merritt; Roberi Sutton; Reverend Gregory Daniels; Illegible name (A.M.); Edward Clark; Martise Gray; Marcel Gant; and Jonathan Weaver; Maria Calderon, CEO Project Coordinator
General Matters:
Chairman Hart asked for a motion to permit Members Chavez and Kahnweiler to participate via teleconference. Upon motion duly made by Member McGann and seconded by Member Kiley, the remaining members present unanimously voted passing the motion.
A1. Roll Call: MPEA Chairman Hart, called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and Ms. Calderon called roll.
A2. Approval of Minutes: Chairman Hart called for the approval of the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting on May 16, 2017.
Moved by Member Powell, seconded by Member Kiley, and the remaining members present voted approving item A2.
A3. Public Comment.
Reverend Daniels from United Voters for Truth and Change (UVTC) addressed the Board regarding opportunities for construction work for the Surrounding community.
Report from CEO: Ms. Healey stated the bike unit for the Chicago Police Department would move into the campus on June 21st. Ms. Healey stated the selection of a master development team for the Michael Reese site was made at the beginning of June.
Report from Acting CFO: Ms. Clark presented the financial results for May 2017 and the tax collections for May 2017.
Report from McCormick Place: Mr. Causton reported the National Restaurant Association had its largest show with 60,000 attendees from around the world; and Sweets & Snacks Expo celebrated its 20th anniversary with over 18,000 attendees. Mr. Causton reported the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) had record attendance, and will be in Chicago until 2025. Mr. Causton stated Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition (IRCE) and National Nurses United were also hosted on campus. Senator Bernie Sanders was a speaker at National Nurses United. Mr. Causton stated the upcoming shows would be held on campus: United Fresh Produce Association, American Library Association, Lions Club International Convention, and Salesforce World Tour.
Executive Session: Chairman Hart asked for a motion to Convene in Executive Session to discuss real estate, litigation, and security. Upon motion duly made by Member Kiley, Seconded by Member Reiter, and the remaining members present unanimously voted to convene in Executive Session.
Upon return from Executive Session, item C4 was presented for consideration and discussion.
Review of Covered Actions and Eligible Agreements:
C4. Consideration of Approval of Executive Session Minutes of the May 16, 2017 Regular Board Meeting.
Moved by Member Reiter, seconded by Member Powell, and the remaining members present voted approving item C4.
D1. Consideration of Approval of New Reference Contract - Maintenance, Repair, Operations - Energy Center.
Moved by Member Kiley, seconded by Member McGann, and the remaining members present voted approving item D1.
D2. Consideration of Approval of Contract Extension and Amendment, Financial Advisory Services.
Moved by Member Powell, seconded by Member Kiley, and the remaining members present voted approving item D2.
D3. Consideration of Approval of Insurance Renewal.
Moved by Member Powell, seconded by Member Kiley, and the remaining members present voted approving item D3.
D4. Consideration of Approval of Wintrust Suite License Agreement for Wintrust Arena.
Moved by Member Reiter, seconded by Member Kiley, and the remaining members present voted approving item D4. E2. Consideration of Approval of Resolution No. MPEA 17-03.
Member Reiter thanked the Board and staff for having had the opportunity to work with them during his tenure at MPEA.
Moved by Member Kiley, seconded by Member McGann, and the remaining members present voted approving item E2.
Adjournment
Chairman Hart moved to adjourn the meeting moved by Member Powell, seconded by Member Kiley, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote of the Board.
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