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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20160518DAMSBODminutes TIDA/MS BOD approved: 6/15/16 Page 1 of 2 TYBEE ISLAND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY / MAIN STREET BOARD OF DIRECTORS Meeting Minutes: May 18, 2016 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: Diane Kaufman, Julie Livingston, Ted Lynch, Brenda Marion Ex-Officio Director: Sarah Bernzott, Melissa Memory, Melissa Turner Staff: Chantel Morton (Absent) Director: Angela Caldwell, Vicki Hammons, Steve Kellam CALL TO ORDER Ted called the meeting to order at 6:05pm. DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY / MAIN STREET BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES Motion was made by Brenda, which was seconded by Diane, to approve the minutes of the Tybee Island Development Authority / Main Street Board of Directors April 20, 2016 meeting. Motion carried. ORGANIZATIONAL REVIEW Chantel provided a summary report about the Georgia Cities Heart & Soul Mobile Workshop that she and City Council persons Doyle and Parks attended. The mobile workshop included visits to, presentations from officials with, and tours of Duluth, GA Greenville, SC, and Gainesville, GA. The summary included that each city: 1) has identified what is unique about their community; 2) works with stakeholders to ensure the city’s goals are and vision is followed in planning and implementation, while revamping it only as necessary; 3) coordinates with appropriate staff and community leaders to ensure projects happen efficiently; and 4) utilizes all of the resources available to them – such as grants and loans / purchasing powers through their development authorities as appropriate. Diane and Ted confirmed they will be attending the Downtown Development Authority training that is taking place on June 28 during the GMA Annual Conference in Savannah. COMMITTEES Business Assistance Ted reported about the May 2 Merchant Meetup: How Do You Measure Success. The attendees shared good information about their businesses and organizations. Becky Brownlee with the Small Business Development Center and Beth Nelson with the Savannah Film Office provided valuable information that attendees are able to utilize. Ted requested that each director provide suggestions for the next Merchant Meetup topic. Directors discussed the need for long-term housing options for the workforce on Tybee. Discussion ensued regarding a variety of incentives that can be offered through the Development Authority if elected officials so choose. TIDA/MS BOD approved: 6/15/16 Page 2 of 2 Design Sarah provided an update about the Public Mural Project. She reviewed the donations that have been secured and the timeline for the first of the three panels to be installed on November 5. She is working with Vicki, Chantel, and others to ensure the best material is secured for the murals to be painted on and installed for the intended lifespan. Sarah requested clarification regarding community involvement. Directors confirmed that this project is to be a collaborative project with community participation – such as elected officials and residents helping to put the finishing touches (of paint) on the murals when they are installed. Promotions Brenda reminded directors about Movies in the Park that begins June 18 with Jurassic World. She reviewed the sponsorship package Chantel and she prepared. Brenda confirmed that Sarah, Chantel, and she will be visiting the businesses on Tybrisa next week to confirm all is good with plans for the Interactive Art Street Party on Saturday, November 5 from 2pm until 5pm. OTHER BUSINESS/PARTNER UPDATES Chantel reminded directors about the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Kelly & Company on Saturday, May 21 at 10am and at the Park of Seven Flags on May 25 at 6pm. Julie shared that improvements are being made to the two dog parks. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 6:45pm.