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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20141217_DAMSBODminutes.pdf TIDA/MS BOD approved: 1/16/15 Page 1 of 2 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. TIDA/MS BOD approved: 1/16/15 Page 2 of 2 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.