HomeMy WebLinkAboutMSTAB_Agenda&Minutes_2010Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, December 10, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, December 10, 2010 at 04:00 PM in the Wildfire
Restaurant, 812 S. Austin AVe
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, Denise Jimenez, Linda McCalla, Ki Browning, Lucas Adams, Mike Burton and Rusty
Winkstern
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 04:00 PM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the November 9
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding Facade Grant application – Len Lester, The Escape
- 713 S. Main St.
4.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
5.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report – Main Street Collectible Ornament
sales, advertising
6.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Denise, Connie, Ki): Georgetown Swirl
b.Economic Restructuring (Connie, Rusty): update on committee goals and action steps
c.Design (Mike, Denise, Lucas): update on committee goals and action steps
d.Organization (Connie, Mike, Denise, Ki): update on committee goals and action steps
e.Joint Arts/Culture: (Lucas): review meeting
7.Set agenda items for January 14
th
board meeting /Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, November 19, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, November 19, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
Co. Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, Denise Jimenez, Rusty Winkstern, Lucas Adams and Mike Burton
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the October 8
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible regarding nomination and election of board vice-chair
4.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
5.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report – Review Best of Georgetown contest ,
review Texas Downtown Revitalization Conference , Main Street Collectible Ornament , advertising
6.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Denise, Connie): Georgetown Swirl
b.Economic Restructuring (Connie, Rusty): quarterly training mtg., update on committee
goals and action steps
c.Design (Mike, Denise, Lucas): update on committee goals and action steps
d.Organization (Connie, Mike): update on committee goals and action steps
e.Joint Arts/Culture: (Lucas): review first meeting
7.Set agenda items for December 10
th
board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, November 19, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , November 19, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Connie Watson, chair; Mike Burton, secretary; Ki Browning, Denise Jimenez, Rusty Winkstern
Board Members Absent:
Lucas Adams and Linda McCalla
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 8:35 a.m. by Board Chair Connie Watson.
2. Denise moved to approve the October 8
th
meeting minutes, Connie seconded. All in
favor, motion approved.
3.Connie mentioned the need for a new vice-chair since Judy Lester left the board.
Rusty moved for Denise Jimenez to the position, Connie seconded. All in favor,
motion approved.
6.Robbie gave a HARC report on Adi’s Italian Village going for signage approval , as
well as simple window signage for Plus Four Dining.
7.Staff Report given by Shelly:
·Best of Georgetown award winner flyers were passed out and photos have been
taken and posted on the Shop Georgetown and Downtown Georgetown
facebook pages
·New Main Street scene ornament was viewed and is now on sale in the Visitor
Info Center for $22/each. All proceeds go to future downtown holiday lighting.
·A holiday ad in Austin Monthly magazine and a TDA cooperative ad in Texas
Highways were reviewed.
8.Committee Reports:
a.Promotion: Denise reported about the committee recommending to sell 350
tickets, with 50 going to sponsors, so a total of 400 tickets to the 2011 Swirl.
Save the Date cards are being printed before the Christmas Stroll to pass out.
Denise moved to change Swirl volunteer appreciation from half-price tickets
to an after party, Connie seconded. All in favor, motion approved. Denise
showed the proposed Swirl poster design in art nouveau design.
b.Economic Restructuring: Connie mentioned the Breakfast Bites roundtable
training on January 19 (8-9:30 a.m.) in the Friends Room at the Library with
Rusty, Judy and Sandra (with She Etc.) as the panel speakers for the first one.
Kirk Kriegel will be the moderator.
c.Design: no report
d.Organization: no report
e.Joint Arts & Culture: no report
8.The meeting was adjourned at 10 a.m. The December meeting is suggested for 4
p.m. at Wildfire.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, October 8, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, October 8, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson Co.
Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, Rusty Winkstern, Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Judy Lester, Linda Turner
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the September 10
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding Sign Grant application –Paula Miller with Garden
Path Florist & Gifts-817 S. Austin Ave.; Ken Covington with Ken’s Guitars-705 S. Main St.
4.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
5.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –Pink Heals Tour, Holiday Co-op
Advertising, Best of Georgetown contest
6.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Economic Restructuring (Connie, Rusty): quarterly training mtg., update on committee
goals and action steps
b.Promotion (Denise, Connie, Linda): Georgetown Swirl
c.Design (Mike, Denise, Linda, Lucas): 2010 collectible ornament , update on committee goals
and action steps
d.Organization (Connie, Judy, Mike): update on committee goals and action steps
e.Joint Arts/Culture: (Judy, Lucas): review first meeting
7.Set agenda items for November 5
th
? board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, September 10, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, September 10, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
Co. Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Judy Lester, Mike Burton, Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty Winkstern, Connie Watson, Linda Turner
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the August 13
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding Facade & Sign Grant extension and past
application –Cheryl Wilhite -Galaxy Cupcakes , 107 E. 7
th
St., Bob Kostka-Palace Theatre, 213 W.
9
th
4.Discussion and possible action regarding Facade Grant application – Julie Hein-His & Her
Treasures, 112 W. 8
th
St.
5.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
6.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –Pink Heals Tour & 5K Run/Walk,
Advertising and Marketing update , Best of Georgetown contest
7.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Design (Mike, Denise, Linda, Lucas): 2010 collectible ornament , update on committee goals
and action steps
b.Promotion (Denise, Connie, Linda): Georgetown Swirl discussion
c.Economic Restructuring (Rusty, Connie): quarterly training mtg., update on committee
goals and action steps
d.Organization (Connie, Judy, Mike): update on committee goals and action steps
e.Joint Arts/Culture: (Judy, Lucas): first meeting date
8.Set agenda items for October 8
th
board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, September 10, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , September 10, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Connie Watson, chair; Judy Lester, vice-chair;; Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty Winkstern
Board Members Absent:
Mike Burton, secretary; Linda Turner
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 8:36 a.m. by Board Chair Connie Watson.
2.Denise moved to approve the August 13
th
minutes. The motion was seconded by
Judy. Minutes approved by all board members present.
3.Cheryl Whilhite with Galaxy Cupcakes requested a 9-month extension to her
original $10,500 façade grant to complete a new expansion into their courtyard that
had a September deadline of completion. Connie moved to approve the 9-month
façade grant extension, Judy seconded. Motion approved by all board members
present
Bob Kostka with the Palace Theatre presented a handout requesting an increase of
$2,877.19 in the original reimbursement amount of their façade grant, this would
bring the total façade grant up to $9,043.19 which is half of their final costs of
$18,086.37. Connie moved to approve the increase of the façade grant
reimbursement amount to a total of $9,043.19, Lucas seconded. Motion approved by
all board members present.
4.Bill Hein with His & Her Treasures at112 W. 8
th
St. presented a façade grant
application for $454.13 to repair and repaint front façade with the same color
scheme. Rusty moved to accept the façade grant, Judy seconded. Motion approved
by all board members present.
5.Robbie Wyler gave the HARC update:
·Nothing new to report , just requests for new signage. 405 Austin Ave. still
marketing and may break ground early 2011
6.Staff Report given by Shelly:
·Pink Heals postcards with all the event information on this year’s Pink Heals
events, including the new Pink.Georgetown.org website where people can
register for the new 5K Run/Walk and details on buying Pink Hope Pennants to
decorate the courthouse lawn
·Showed a copy of the new Best of Georgetown logo to start contest on October 1
on Shop.Georgetown.org
7.Committee Reports:
a.Design: Lucas reported no meeting was held, but said the committee decided
on the street scenes including ones of the old Masonic Lodge building on
Main Street to submit for this year’s Main Street Collectible Ornament Series.
He showed example mock up of the ornament.
b.Promotion: Denise reported that the 2010 Swirl committee met on Sept. 9
and discussed doing a call to artists for artwork for this year’s Swirl to
incorporate more art into our downtown events. Denise moved to do a call to
artists, Rusty seconded. Motion approved by all members present. She also
discussed the issue of whether to hold an after-party for Swirl volunteers or
to offer them ½ price tickets. After board discussion, the recommendation
was to offer ½ price tickets.
c.Economic Restructuring: Connie said the committee didn’t meet due to the
flooding but will meet on the regularly scheduled last Wednesday of the
month, Sept. 29
d.Organization: no meeting, but Connie discussed Linda Turner’s resignation
letter submitted for the board due to personal conflicts
e.Joint Arts & Culture: meeting is scheduled for 8 a.m. on first Wednesday of
the month at City Offices Conference Room (Oct. 6)
8.The meeting was adjourned at 9:24 a.m. The next meeting is set for October 8.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, August 13, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, August 13, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson Co.
Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Judy Lester, Mike Burton, Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty Winkstern, Connie Watson, Linda Turner
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the July 9
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
4.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –Advertising and Marketing
update, Best of Georgetown contest logo , Downtown Marketing survey
5.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Organization (Connie, Judy, Mike): update on committee goals and action steps , Joint
Arts & Culture committee
b.Promotion (Denise, Connie, Linda): Swirl discussion of event date and honorary event
chair for 2011, update on committee goals and action steps
c.Design (Mike, Denise, Linda, Lucas): update on committee goals and action steps
d.Economic Restructuring (Rusty, Connie): update on committee goals and action steps
e.Joint Arts/Culture: (Judy, Lucas):
6.Set agenda items for September 10
th
board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, August 13, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , August 13, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Judy Lester, vice-chair; Mike Burton, secretary; Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty Winkstern
Board Members Absent:
Connie Watson, chair; Linda Turner
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 9:03 a.m. by Board Vice Chair Judy Lester.
2.Mike moved to approve the July 7
th
minutes. The motion was seconded by Denise.
Minutes were approved by all board members present.
3.Robbie Wyler gave the HARC update:
·Tamiro Plaza updated Master Sign Plan
·New business Garden Path Florist for signage
·405 Austin Ave. (Georgetown Off The Square) working on marketing now, may
break ground early 2011
·Mecca Hair Salon expanding and repainting exterior
4.Staff Report given by Shelly:
·Cooperative ad with CVB in Texas Monthly in “Main Street, Texas” section with a
focus on romantic getaway weekends
·Best of Georgetown logo being picked to start contest on October 1 on
Shop.Georgetown.org
·Downtown marketing study to get all the different downtown stakeholders on
the same page
5.Committee Reports:
a.Organization: Judy reported that the committee met to discuss the annual
board action plan
b.Promotion: Denise reported that the 2010 Swirl is scheduled for Feb. 26 (6-9
p.m.), Denise made a motion from the committee recommendation to have
Linda McCalla be the honorary event chair with Jake Schrum and Marsha
Farney as alternates , Judy seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Judy will
call Linda to see if she will serve.
c.Design: Set of priorities: selecting Christmas ornament collage for collectible
series and video clips for potential downtown business owners and current
business owners
d.Economic Restructuring: Rusty said the committee didn’t meet, but will
meet on the fourth Wednesdays of the month
e.Joint Arts & Culture: meeting with CVB and Arts & Culture to be set
6.The meeting was adjourned at 10 a.m. The next meeting is set for September 10.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, July 9, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, July 9, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson Co.
Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty W inkstern, Judy Lester, Mike Burton, Linda Turner
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the June 4
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
4.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –Advertising and Marketing
update, Joint Arts & Culture/CVB meeting review, Best of Georgetown contest , Downtown
Marketing survey , Scenic Texas City Award
5.Discussion and possible action regarding committee and chair assignments
6.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Denise, Connie, Linda, Lucas): Swirl review and discussion of next event
date, new committee goals and direction for 2010
b.Design (Mike, Denise, Linda, Lucas): new committee goals and direction for 2010
c.Economic Restructuring (Rusty, Judy): new committee goals and direction for 2010
d.Organization (Connie, Judy, Mike): new committee goals and direction for 2010
7.Set agenda items for August 6
th
board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, July 9, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , July 9, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Connie Watson, chair; Denise Jimenez, Lucas Adams, Rusty Winkstern
Board Members Absent:
Judy Lester, vice-chair; Mike Burton, secretary; Linda Turner
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 8:57 a.m. by Board Chair Connie Watson.
2.Rusty moved to approve the June 4
th
minutes. The motion was seconded by Denise.
Minutes were approved by all board members present.
3.Robbie Wyler gave the HARC update:
·Georgetown Off the Square at 400 Austin Ave. is a mixed-use, upper-floor
residential project for urban senior living has received its first round of approvals
from HARC in regards to the building height and site. The second round will be
approval of actual materials.
·Adi’s Italian Village restaurant received approval for signage
·The county also received approval for a new temporary county parking lot south
of the Sheriff’s office since the county parking garage has some structural issues
4.Staff Report given by Shelly:
·New Downtown Georgetown Texas Facebook site currently has 106 “friends”,
with reps from the Williamson Museum, DGA, Main Street, CVB, Planning &
Development, the Palace and the County making posts.
·A new “Best of Georgetown” contest will be started by the city in October for
folks to vote online at the Shop.Georgetown.org site on 50 different business
categories. Award winners will be announced at First Friday on November 5.
·Georgetown has won the gold level of Scenic City Certification which is an
inaugural award from Scenic Texas. The awards ceremony will be in Austin on
Sept. 16.
5.Committee Reports:
a.Promotion: Denise reported that the next meeting is July 15 where the
committee will review the proposed February 26 event date and ideas of who
should be honorary event chair
b.Design: Lucas reported that a discussion was had with City PIO Keith
Hutchinson on the idea of creating small business videos for downtown that
could be posted on city websites
c.Economic Restructuring: Rusty said discussion at last meeting was in
regards to the possibility of a social media workshop. The next ER
Committee will be moved to 8:30 a.m. on August 4
th
.
d.Organization: no report
6.The meeting was adjourned at 9:59 a.m. The next meeting is set for August 13.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, June 24, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 04:00 PM in the Wildfire
Restaurant, located at 812 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, chair; Mike Burton, secretary; Judy Lester, vice-chair; Linda Turner, Lucas Adams, Rusty
Winkstern, Denise Jimenez
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 04:00 PM
NOTICE OF JOINT MEETING OF THE
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BOARD,
MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD, AND
ARTS & CULTURAL BOARD
OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS
1) Welcome/Call to order
2)Introduction of Board Chairs
3)Common threads in mission of three boards
4)Definition of arts and culture according to Hot Occupancy Tax criteria
5)Arts and culture related recommendations from the Downtown Master Plan
6)Discuss arts and culture priorities
7)Next steps
8)Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, May 20, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
County Courthouse, 2nd Floor North Conference Room, 710 S. Main St., Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Denise Jimenez, Connie Watson, vice chair, Mike Burton, secretary, Judy Lester, Linda Turner, Lucas
Adams and Rusty Winkstern
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the April 20
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding the nomination and election of Board
Vice-Chair
4.Discussion and possible action regarding Façade & Sign Grant application – Jeff &
Kappy Randall, 1112 Rock St.
5.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
6.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report – National Trust Conference Field
Session
7.Discussion and possible action regarding committee and chair assignments
8.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Connie, Denise, Judy, Linda, Mike, Lucas): Holiday 2010 plans
b.Economic Restructuring/Organization (Connie, Rusty, Judy): Marketing &
Branding, Business Consulting & Training, Special Programs, Retail Strategy & Planning
c.Design (Denise, Linda, Mike, Lucas):
9.Set agenda items for June 4 board meeting/Adjourn board meeting
BREAK
ACTION PLAN MEETING AGENDA
1.Introductions and Overview of Meeting
2.Review of Board Member Responsibilities
3.2009 Accomplishments
4.2010 Goals
5.Accomplishments by 2015
6.Identification of Issues
7.Action Plan Development by Committee
a.Organization
b.Promotion
c.Design
d.Economic Restructuring
8.Review of Action Plan Components
9.Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the City Offices
Conference Room located at 103 W. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Connie Watson, vice chair; Mike Burton, secretary; Judy Lester, Denise Jimenez, Linda Turner
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the March 12
th
meeting
minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
4.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –National Preservation
Conference Field Session , Annual strategic planning meeting , Downtown Kerrville Visit,
Texas Hill Country Trail Brochure , May Austin Monthly ad and website updates, City’s
Facilities Plan
5.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Connie, Denise, Mike, Judy): National Preservation Month, Holiday
2010 plans
b.Economic Restructuring/Organization (Rusty, Judy): Marketing & Branding,
Business Consulting & Training, Special Programs, Retail Strategy & Planning
c.Design (Denise, Mike):
6.Set agenda items for May 14 board meeting/Adjourn board meeting
BREAK
I.Introduction to THC’s Annual Main Street Board Training – Jill Robinson,
Assistant State Coordinator
II.Presentation
·Short History of Main Street Program
·Board Member, Board Chair and Manager Responsibilities
·The Four Points of Main Street: Individual Committee Responsibilities and
Projects
III.Review and Close
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, March 12, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
County Courthouse, 2nd Floor North Conference Room, 710 S. Main St., Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Chris Dyer, chair, Connie Watson, secretary, Mike Burton, Judy Lester, Denise Jimenez, Linda Turner,
David Judkins
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
AGENDA
Mission Statement: the Georgetown Main Street Program seeks to enhance downtown vibrancy and
historic preservation by using the National Trust Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach of
organization, design, economic development and promotion.
1.Call to order/Welcome
2.Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the February 12
th
meeting minutes
3.Discussion and possible action regarding the nomination and election of Board Vice-Chair
and Secretary
4.Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
5.Discussion and possible action regarding board input on the 2010/11 budget process
6.Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –First Lady’s Texas Treasures Sign Photo
Op, National Preservation Conference Field Session application , Annual board training and strategic planning
meetings, Downtown Promotion Reporter article , Downtown Brenham Visit , Texas Hill Country Trail
Brochure Launch, National Preservation Month - May
7.Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
a.Promotion (Connie, Denise, Mike, Judy): Review of Georgetown Swirl , Holiday 2010 plans
b.Economic Restructuring/Organization (Chris, Judy): Marketing & Branding, Business
Consulting & Training, Special Programs , Retail Strategy & Planning
c.Design (Denise, Mike):
8.Set agenda items for April 2? board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, March 12, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , March 12, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Chris Dyer, chair, Denise Jimenez, Connie Watson, secretary, Mike Burton, Judy Lester, David Judkins,
Linda Turner
Board Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager; Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by Chair Chris Dyer. New board
members, David Judkins and Linda Turner, were introduced.
2.Mike moved to approve the February 12 minutes. The motion was seconded by
Denise. Minutes were approved by all present.
3.Discussion and motion to nominate Board Vice-Chair and Secretary followed. Chris
moved to nominate Connie Watson as Board Vice-Chair. Mike seconded the
motion. Motion was approved. Chris moved to nominate Mike Burton as Board
Secretary. Denise seconded the motion. Motion was approved by all.
4.Robbie Wyler gave the HARC update. Galaxy Cupcake plans for expansion into the
courtyard will need a site plan and permitting. The old Wylie’s location, tire center
at 114 E. University Ave. is moving. There are new owners at the old Heritage
Printing buildings, opening up the windows, adding handicap accessibility for ADA
compliance. There are electrical issues under consideration. Book Pride is approved
for a canopy sign. Poppy Tots at 711 S. Main is approved for canopy sign that will
be up before Red Poppy Festival. Three-Legged Willies will be open in early April.
5.Budget 2010/11 board input will include filling out forms and to remember the focus
of the board when filling it out. It will be a slim budget year.
6. Staff Report:
a. Downtown Promotion Reporte r- March issue – Georgetown article on
branding and billboards for downtown as a wine and food destination.
b.Annual Board training will be April 20, 2010 with Jill Robinson with the
Texas Historical Commission.
c. Holiday 2010 Meeting- activities going on every weekend
d. National Preservation Conference is October in Austin. There is a March
deadline for field session proposals.
e. Pink Heals Tour is Wednesday, October 13. Main Street will be closed
between 7
th
and 8
th
streets. April 1 meeting is in the Fire Administration
Building. Proceeds go to Breast Cancer Resource Center of Williamson
County.
f. National Preservation Month is May. “Old is the new green”
7. Committee Reports:
a. Promotion: Revenues of nearly $15,000 were reported for the Swirl
Event. Not all expenses are in, but expected profits of $10,000 are
anticipated. A quarter page thank you ad to run.
b.Economic Restructuring/Organization: Chris is chairing committee, and
they didn’t meet in February. Will pick up again this month.
c.Design: The design committee will be starting up again.
8.The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 a.m. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, April
20 in the Economic Development conference room at 614 Main Street.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, February 12, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
Co. Courthouse 2nd Floor Conference Room
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Chris Dyer, chair, Connie Watson, secretary, Trevor Dunham, vice-chair, Mike Burton, Denise Jimenez,
Judy Lester, Tiffany McLendon
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
Call to order/Welcome
Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the January 8
th
meeting minutes
Discussion and possible action regarding input on the 2010/11 budget process – Finance
Dept.
Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –New Board Members, Holiday 2010
Planning, Annual Strategic Planning, Texas Main St. Annual Mtg. and Preserve America Workshop, First
Lady’s Texas Treasures Sign and Austin Ave. Bridge Dedication
Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
Promotion (Connie, Denise, Tiffany, Mike, Judy): Georgetown Swirl-Feb.12a.
Economic Restructuring/Organization (Trevor, Chris, Judy): Marketing & b.
Branding, Business Consulting & Training, Special Programs, Retail Strategy & Planning
Design (Tiffany, Denise, Mike): c.
Set agenda items for March 12 board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, February 12, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Friday , February 12, 2010.
Board Members Present:
Chris Dyer, chair, Connie Watson, secretary, Mike Burton, Tiffany McLendon
Board Members Absent:
Judy Lester, Denise Jimenez, Trevor Dunham, vice-chair
Staff Present:
Shelly Hargrove, Main Street Manager; Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner, Laurie Brewer and Lori
Lankford, Finance Department
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1.The meeting was called to order at 8:35 a.m. by Chair Chris Dyer.
2.Mike moved to approve the January 8
th
minutes. The motion was seconded by
Chris. Minutes were approved by all present.
3.Finance Report: Sales tax is down six percent. It will be a tight budget year. In
looking at next year’s budget , any services we can cut or reduce in order to fund
other areas. Need to get priorities to the Council in April and can participate in the
citizen survey on-line. There is no target reduction across the board. Think about
revenue generating events.
4.Robbie gave the HARC update. HARC approved a two-sided canopy sign for
Three-Legged Willie’s. Should open around Spring Break. Bringing 30-50 jobs.
Galaxy Cupcakes will be coming to HARC to expand into their courtyard. On
agenda for Feb. 25, 6 p.m. Whitestone Tires moving into old gas station at Church
and University. 703 & 705 Main Street adding paint, security lights and sconces.
Book Pride getting new signage. The Crowns might open new children’s clothing
store Poppy Tots..
5.Staff Report: Shelly gave the staff report.
a.Board Members: Trevor and Tiffany are outgoing board members. Linda Turner
and David Judkins are new board members.
b.Holiday 2010 Planning Meeting is Monday, February 22, 2 p.m. at Grace
Heritage. Board members welcome to attend.
c.Texas Main Street Annual Meeting is Feb. 17-19 in Waxahachie and Shelly will be
attending, followed by TWGGA 2010 Annual Conference & Trade Show Feb
19-20 in Richardson.
d.Texas Film Friendly Workshop is Feb 26 in Library Friend’s Room
e.Economic Development Quarterly Breakfast March 3 at 116 Halmar Cove, 7-9
a.m.
f.Board Strategic Planning Meeting is March 12 following board meeting.
6.Committee Reports:
a.Promotion: The Georgetown Swirl is tonight. Shelly will ask Lucas to get
photos of wineries’ tables to send with thank you notes. Board needs to help
with set up and registration. Finance Dept. will send two employees to handle
money from silent auction.
b.Economic Restructuring/Organization: Chris will be leading this committee
now that Trevor is an outgoing board member. Had a consultant speak on how
to improve your business through word of mouth and about 27 attended.
c.Design: Tiffany said Lisa McKenna with Pilates on the Square might apply for a
sign grant. She also said she would possibly be able to continue on the design
committee as a volunteer.
7.The next meeting is set for Friday, March 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. Meeting
adjourned at 9:38 a.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Main Street Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Friday, January 8, 2010
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on Friday, January 8, 2010 at 08:30 AM in the Williamson
County Courthouse, 2nd Floor North Conference Room, 710 S. Main St.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Main Street Advisory Board Members:
Chris Dyer, chair; Trevor Dunham, vice-chair, Connie Watson, secretary; Mike Burton; Denise Jimenez,
Tiffany McLendon and Judy Lester
Main Street Advisory Board meets every second Friday of the month unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 08:30 AM
Call to order/Welcome
Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the December 9
th
meeting minutes
Discussion and possible action regarding Facade & Sign Grant applications – Ken
Horak, 704 S. Austin Ave.; Bob Kostka-Palace Theatre, 213 W. 9
th
St.
Discussion and possible action regarding a HARC Update – Robbie Wyler
Discussion and possible action regarding Staff Report –Downtown Marketing, Downtown
Parking, Texas Main Street Board Training & Reception, Holiday 2010 Planning
Discussion and possible action regarding progress on Committee Reports:
Economic Restructuring/Organization (Trevor, Chris, Judy): Marketing & a.
Branding, Business Consulting & Training, Special Programs, Retail Strategy & Planning
Promotion (Connie, Denise, Tiffany, Mike, Judy): Georgetown Swirl-Feb.12b.
Design (Tiffany, Denise, Mike): c.
Discussion and possible action regarding monthly meeting times and dates
Set agenda items for next board meeting/Adjourn
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2010, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Jessica Hamilton, City Secretary