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TYBEE ISLAND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY / MAIN STREET BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Meeting Minutes: November 16, 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: Vicki Hammons, Steve Kellam, Julie Livingston, Ted Lynch,
Brenda Marion
Ex‐Officio Director: Melissa Memory, Melissa Turner
Program City Staff: Chantel Morton
Guest: (City Councilmembers) Wanda Doyle, John Major, Monty Parks
(Absent) Director: Angela Caldwell, Diane Kaufman
Ex‐Officio Director: Sarah Bernzott
CALL TO ORDER
Ted called the meeting to order at 6:02pm. Those in attendance introduced themselves. Directors
welcomed the City Councilmembers attending the meeting.
OPEN RECORDS/MEETING LAW INFORMATION
Ted reminded directors to return the form regarding open records/meeting law information they
received via email to the Clerk of Council.
REVIEW DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY/CITY OF TYBEE PROJECTS PRESENTATION
Directors and Staff reviewed the presentation prepared for the Mayor and City Council which included:
the Program’s vision and mission statements, Directors that serve on the board, an overview of partners
and organizational chart, timeline of the Program’s progression, Main Street four‐points overview of
works, the 2015 Community Impact Report, and a recap of best practices and opportunities for the city to
utilize the Development Authority. Project proposals reviewed included increasing the Façade
Improvement Grant matching funds, short term and long term uses of two identified properties, and
pedestrian / visual enhancements on Tybrisa Street.
Ted mentioned that he is in conversation with a commercial property owner interested in applying for the
Façade Improvement Grant. Melissa M. suggested the design committee consider including the Secretary
of Standards with the grant application requirements, for the Board of Directors to consider approving,
since the city has not adopted proposed design guidelines. Julie confirmed she will talk with the City
Manager about increasing the façade improvement matching funds to $10,000.
Discussion regarding the two properties included an overview of the financing structures available, the
process of hiring contractors, uses of the properties, leasing of space, and the operations/management of
the properties. John inquired about the financing of revolving loan funds. Chantel confirmed that the
recommended financing structure in applying for a DDRLF thru the DCA and/or GCF is 50% (bank/lender),
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40% (DCA/GCF), and 10% (owner equity). Monty expressed the need to see a detailed plan with a flow
chart that includes a business plan, revenue sources, etc.
Wanda mentioned she had talked to the City Manager about having a line item in the budget specific to
the Development Authority when they and Chantel had the conference call with DCA. At that time, the
City Manager confirmed she would work on this with the Finance Director. This would be similar to how
the city has SPLOST set up in the budget. Julie confirmed she will follow up the City Manager to see if this
has been / is being done.
The Tybrisa Street improvements suggested should be presented for consideration with the budget
review for the next fiscal year.
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY / MAIN STREET BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES
Motion was made by Vicki, which was seconded by Brenda, to approve the minutes of the Tybee Island
Development Authority / Main Street Board of Directors October 19, 2016 meeting. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE UPDATES
Organization
Chantel confirmed that the current terms for two voting board positions, which are currently held
by Angela and Brenda, are expiring at the end of this year. Both are eligible to re‐apply to be re‐
appointed by the Mayor and City Council. One ex‐officio position, which is held by Melissa
Memory as the Tourism Council representative, term is also ending at the end of the year.
Melissa can reconfirm her desire to serve on the board for confirmation by directors at their
January meeting.
Business Assistance
Ted reported that the Merchant Meetup held on November 1 went well. The topics discussed
with merchants were impacts of the hurricane and the upcoming holiday activities. Julie shared
that the meeting was quite timely and appreciated on behalf of the city.
Design
Vicki confirmed the unveiling of the first of the three public murals at the Interactive Art Street
Party went very well. As anticipated, people took pictures with the mural at the event and she is
seeing that still happening. She and the design committee are working on confirming who the
muralist with the Arts Association will be for the next two murals. The goal is to have them start
no later than January. Chantel reported that Renee is communicating with Denise Vernon in
order to confirm she is available and willing to assist.
Promotions
Brenda reported that the November 5 Interactive Art Street Party was well attended for this first
time event. There were a variety of people (residents, visitors, children, teens, adults, etc.) that
attended and participated in the activities. She suggested that if there is another street party in
conjunction with unveiling the next two murals it should be two hours instead of three.
Brenda confirmed everything is set for Community of Caring, Small Business Saturday, Lights on
for Tybee, and the Christmas Parade. First graders at the Maritime Academy have made
ornaments for the tree again this year. The school is sending information home with the students
about Decorating Day.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:06pm.