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TYBEE ISLAND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY / MAIN STREET BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Minutes: December 17, 2014
Vision: To improve the quality of life for those that live, work, and visit Tybee Island and enhance the cultural experience while preserving
the community's barrier island heritage.
The Mission of the Tybee Island Development Authority / Main Street Program is to:
- facilitate efforts to revitalize, redevelop, and enhance that which improves the quality of life;
- create a sense of place and improve the quality of life for residents, business owners, and visitors using the Main Street Four Point
Approach;
- encourage quality economic growth and development while preserving Tybee Island's unique architectural and community heritage;
- support and encourage the arts as a cultural endeavor and economic engine on the Island.
ATTENDANCE
(Present) Director: Angela Caldwell, Bill Garbett, Vicki Hammons, Brenda Marion
Ex-Officio Director: N/A
Staff: Chantel Morton
(Absent) Director: Deana Harden, Steve Kellam, Ted Lynch
Ex-Officio Director: Melissa Memory, John Yarbrough
CALL TO ORDER
Vicki called the meeting to order at 6:20pm. Chantel reported that Jim Glass has resigned as an ex-officio
member of the board. Appreciation for his service and invaluable input was expressed by those in
attendance. Directors confirmed a new secretary will need to be appointed and that two ex-officio seats
are currently available to fill.
MAIN STREET BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES
Motion was made by Brenda, which was seconded by Bill, to approve the minutes of the Tybee Island
Development Authority / Main Street Board of Directors November 19, 2014 meeting. Motion carried.
ORGANIZATION
DDA Training / Annual Planning
Chantel confirmed the facilitator, Hasco Carver, is available Friday, January 16 for the required 8 hours of
training for the Authority. The meeting will consist of training, the monthly meeting during lunch, and the
annual planning session. Directors confirmed they will be at the meeting. Bill suggested Chantel talk to
Sarah about using a cottage at the Lighthouse Grounds for the meeting.
DDRLF – IPA and RLF applications for the Post Theater update
Chantel reported that the Initial Project Assessment for the DDRLF and the Revolving Loan Fund
application for the Post Theater have been sent to the appropriate agencies for consideration.
Budget update
Directors discussed the most current Program budget listing expenses to date that they received via email.
Brenda asked Chantel to look into using Mail Chimp versus Constant Contact.
Planning projects
Chantel confirmed that planning projects, such as Cultural Affairs, will be discussed during the January 16
meeting.
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2015 HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT
Directors discussed 2015 Historic Preservation Fund Grant opportunities. Bill and Chantel reported that
the Historic Preservation Commission is interested in applying for updating the Historic Resource Survey
and / or installation of Historical Markers for listed districts.
Brenda inquired about targeting homeowners with historic properties for tax credits. She suggested a
slide be added to channel 7 regarding the benefits. Chantel will work with Sarah Jones and Michael
Bodine to accomplish this goal. Bill confirmed that the HPC is preparing for an open house for citizens to
provide input regarding design guidelines.
PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE REPORT
Tybee for the Holidays
Brenda reported that there were more children at Lights on for Tybee than last year. She noted that the
announcements need to be louder and that everyone should share links about the activities on social
media as she did throughout the season.
Third Thursdays on Tybee
Chantel confirmed the Call for Submissions for the 2015 Third Thursdays on Tybee series will be sent soon
to media outlets, past performers, and art organizations. Brenda suggested that the November
performance be cut from the schedule due to cold weather and lighting issues. She will review this with
the committee when it meets again. Angela inquired about using the Post Theater when it opens. Brenda
will have the committee discuss and reevaluate the purpose of having the performances in the business
areas for 2016. Vicki suggested making sure others are sharing the information and / or Chantel is posting
to as many FB pages as possible.
INFORMATION HUT UPDATE
Directors reviewed the updated partnership agreement from Visit Tybee to assist with staffing the Info
Hut. As requested, information at the Info Hut will be specific to Tybee, including events and business
information, as provided by the Dev’l Authority / Main Street Program, was incorporated. Chantel
reported that the agreement will need to be considered at the January City Council meeting in order to
obtain the Mayor’s signature.
GSU INTERN PROGRAM PROJECT
Chantel reported that she attended the Local Government Practicum for Graduate Student Presentations
on December 3 at GSU. Nate Baker, the intern that worked on the Development Authority / Main Street
financial opportunities project, presented “Tybee Island Small Business Incentive Programs”. His
presentation included research about potential incentives for the Program to offer. His research was
from other communities with and without a Main Street program in Georgia, South Carolina, and North
Carolina. The presentation also included a detailed report about limited partnerships and long-term
returns on investment specific to rehabbing four properties in Downtown Tybee for commercial use.
OTHER BUSINESS / NEWS
Directors discussed the new ownership at the Shops at Tybee Oaks, new and existing massage / wellness
studios, the Treasure Trove location on 15th Street, and the Art Co-Op building that is still for sale. Vicki
shared that Lighthouse Pizza is making improvements to their menu and the north end location will be
open by spring.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:12pm.