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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_MSTAB_08.21.2003Minutes of the Meeting of the Main Street Advisory Board City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, August 21, 2003 The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , August 21, 2003. Board Members Present: Bryant Boyd Chairman, Bob Weimer Secretary, members Ellie Skross, Glenda Overfelt, Liz Atherton, Nancy Rister, and Guest Tom Yantis Asst. City Manager Board Members Absent: Joshua McClure Vice Chair Staff Present: Shannon Baldridge Minutes Regular Meeting Bryant called the meeting to order at 8:05am and recognized we had a quorum. Bryant welcomed new member Nancy Rister to our Board. MINUTES: were read, motion to approve by Ellie S. 2nd by Bob W STAFF REPORT, Shannon Baldridge reported we had a thank you card had been received from Renee Hanson. Shannon indicated that She would be leaving her position No later than Dec. 19. Tom Yantis stated that hiring would be completed by late Sept. so that a smooth transition can take place. Bryant queried that we get our inquiries out early so that we are insured of finding the best candidates available. Tom assured us that Bryants request would be considered and that a interview team would be established. Fiddle Fest is well on its way, sponsorship is good and we are expecting more to come. Continued discussion ensued regarding the Fiddle Fest event that will kickoff Friday 8-29 at 7:30 pm at the Palace Theatre with a Bluegrass evening. Shannon indicated that a fall workshop was being planned ,she will keep us informed of the date. Other topics discussed, Façade Fund Applications, Mr, Olsen P.K. Hardware has an Application ready for approval. State Office window seminar was delayed, Economic Restructuring Advisor will be here Sept 5. Joshua will visit with Him. 2004 Red Poppy Fest needs were discussed. Staff Report was accepted as presented. MANAGED PARKING PLAN. A report on the progress of the task force was submitted and fully discussed by Bob Weimer Task Force Chairman. A letter is being mailed to building owners and the owners of business’s on the 9 block square to determine their level of acceptance of the Parking Plan as discussed with City Manager and staff. Bryant Suggested the Board review all other agenda items be discussed and then a motion be made to go to City Council to cover all items and to align Main Street with DGA motions. Further discussion ensued regarding who would supervisor the volunteers. The Board indicated that the Police Dept. would be best suited. Motion to follow. LIQUOR OPTION REPORT; presented by Ellie Skross, A discussion was offered by Ellie presenting the new outline for applying for liquor service by local restaurants. A further review will be made and a more detailed report will be brought to the next meeting for possible action. MAIN STREET PRESS RELEASE; Liz Atherton reported that she is in the process of completing a press release that will cover the initiatives that Main Street Board has brought to Georgetown. The first writing will be e-mailed for editing by members and then the final draft approved at a regular meeting and forwarded to Keith Hutchinson Georgetown Information Specialist for publication. FUNDING SOURCES FOR DOWNTOWN MASTER PLAN; Bryant indicated he would be working with Mr. David Hayes and all Commissioners. The intent is to discuss TIF funding mechanism for the Master Plan. Tom Yantis stated that the Council workshop on Aug. 25th will review all aspects and ideas of funding possibilities. This will include the legal look and what plans will be the most expedient. Included in motions that go to the City Council will be MSB support of continued searching for TIF funding programs. (BRYANT Stated he is convinced that a totally private organization needs to be formed to manage any monies that come forward to the Downtown Master Plan.) The following MOTIONS are offered to the City council for consideration. Motion offered by Ellie Skross and 2nd from Nancy Rister. No further discussion all approved as offered. ***Liz Atherton abstained from the vote, stating not enough information. That Main Street Advisory Board supports the development of a private entity to mange and implement projects for Downtown and The Downtown Master Plan including The ERA. Motion offered by Glenda Overfelt and 2nd from Ellie Skross. No further discussion the motion was approved as follows, Main Street Advisory Board supports the recommendation sent to City Council by DGA. Main Street Board further supports the city funding request beginning the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan, using the funds for the following: *WAYFINDING SIGNAGE. *MANAGED PARKING PLAN, SUPERVISED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. *MARKETING OF THE GEORGETOWN DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT *TO PROVIDE SURFACE PATCHING AND REPAIR OF THE 9TH AND MAIN STREET PARKING LOT, WITH THE BALANCE OF THE $95,000.00 ALLOCATED GOING TO THE MARKETING OF DOWNTOWN, BY THE MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD. *MAINSTREET BOARD, FURTHER SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TIF DISTRICT FOR FUNDING OF LONG TERM CONTINUIOUS DOWNTOWN PROJECTS. ***Note at this point Nancy Rister had to return to her office and did not participate in any further business. Motion offered by Glenda Overfelt, 2nd by Liz Atherton, That Main Street Board accept the Olsen facade application. MSB recommend to City Council that it approve funding for this application in the amount of $2000.00. No further discussion All approved. BRYANT STATED THAT SME AGENDA BE USED AT THE SEPTEMBER MEETING. Chairman Bryant adjourned at 10:10am August 21, 2003.