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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-08-10 EDDA MINUTESRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS FORM ~a C. r. HOEC KEL e. B. a L . co. ENGLEWOOD DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 3535 South Sherman -Englewood, CO 80110 Board Members Present: Board Members Absent: Staff Person: Guests and Visitors: Minutes August 10, 1988 Coleman, Green, Hathaway, Oxman, Pendleton, Tomooka Platou, Steele P. Dietrich Dick Hinson, Rich Wanush The regular meeting of the Englewood Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors was called to order by Chairman Walt · Tomooka at 12:13 p.m. on August 10, 1988. The Minutes from the previous meeting were presented for approval, Mr. Green noted that Mr. Oxman' s name was not on the list of Board Members present at the July 13, 1988 regular meeting. With this correction, Mr. Green, moved, seconded by Mr. Pendleton, to approve the Minutes from the July 13, 1988 regular meeting as corrected. The motion was passed unanimously by voice vote. The Treasurer's Report was presented by Mr. Pendleton. He noted that revenues and expenditures are on schedule for the first six months of the year. Mr. Coleman moved, seconded by Ms. Hathaway, to accept the Treasurer's Report, dated June 30, 1988. The motion was approved unanimously by voice vote. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Board Vacancy -Mr. Tomooka noted that with Mr. Boselli's resignation, there are only eight active members on the Board. He appo i nted a subcommittee of Dan Green, Rita Hathaway, and Gary Oxman to identify interested individuals that would like to serve on the EDDA Board and present this list at the next Board of Director's meeting. The Board would then forward its recommendation to City Council. 100 Leaves FORM ~o C. F. HOEC KEL a. B. a L. co. MINUTES August 10, 1988 Page Two RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Other -Mr. Tomooka encouraged the Board to actively participate in the dedication ceremonies for The Plaza at Little Dry Creek. He noted that this is an excellent addition to the downtown. DIRECTOR'S REPORT The Plaza at Little Dry Creek Dedication-Update Ms. Dietrich gave an update as to the progress with the ceremonies and activities that are planned for this dedication on August 26. She reported that shopping bags wil 1 be available with promotional pencils and buttons, as wel 1 as coupons from Marketplace merchants. There will also be posters and a full page ad in the Englewood Sentinel inviting the community to this event. Ms. Dietrich reported on the possibility of radio promotions. The Board seemed to be in favor of some radio promotions for this event that identified Little Dry Creek as a major attraction in downtown Englewood and also that this five-year project was completed. A limited amouni of money would be spent on this promotion to determine if this is the proper vehicle for future promotions in downtown Englewood. ·It is hoped that Trammell Crow wil 1 underwrite some of the expense. Mr. Hinson noted that the fountain in the Little Dry Creek project that the EDDA financed will be a very attractive addition to the downtown public improvement. He noted that this is supposedly one of the nicest examples of public improvements in the entire state that will feature this kind of project and amenity. With the completion of this project the downtown district is one step closer to eliminating the potential for flooding in the downtown district. Map of Downtown Englewood Ms. Dietrich distributed the illustrated map of downtown Englewood that will be used, not only for the Dedication of Little Dry Creek, but also for distribution to the merchants and businesses. They can identify the location of their businesses, as it relates to downtown Englewood and to their clients and customers. It will also be included in the Economic Profile. Accent Lights of West Hampden The cost to add accent lights to the 000 Block of West Hampden has been reduced by $800.00. According to Dense! Ragland, the contractor is finalizing plans to include this project in his construction plan for this area. If the total cost is still at or below $6,700, then I believe the EDDA should go ahead with this project. The money left from the public signage on Broadway, as well as $3,300 from the Technical and Professional Services Account, would cover this 100 Leaves FORM ~o C. F. HOECKEL B. a. a L. co. MINlITES August 10, 1988 Page Three RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS the Technical and Professional Services Account, would cover · this expense. Ms. Dietrich noted that she will proceed with this project, under the cost constraints, if there were no objections. There were none. Communication Mr. Coleman noted that he would like the EDDA to send a letter of accomplishments and completed projects of the Authority to all the property owners and business owners in the downtown district. Ms. Dietich noted that she would take care of this. Presentation to City Council Ms. Dietich reported on her presentation to City Council. She explained the role, priori ties, projects and accomplishments of the Authority during the la,st four years during this meeting. She included the packet of information to the Board members. Signage on South Broadway The new signs that Broadway. They are identification. the EDDA authorized have now been installed on much larger, and provide better visibility for Urban Renewal Authority Girard Intersection Improvement -The improvements have been compl e ted with the exception of the landscaping. This provides a better entrance and exit into the Marketplace and onto Englewood Parkway from Cherokee and West Girard. The City of Englewood has finalized the agreement to sell the land under Trolley Square to JWM, owners of Trolley Square. Renovation has started on the west side of the Broadway buildings. There are two confirmed leases to date. A new leasing agent will be announced within the next few days. Parking Lot in the 3400 Block of South Acoma. The URA and the City of Englewood are providing funds to construct an interim parking lot in this area for the South Broadway merchants as well as Englewood Marketplace merchants. It will be completed by August 26. Other -Ms. Dietrich noted that she is working with the Rocky Mountain News and the Englewood Sentinel for a cooperative advertising program for the rest of 1988 and 1989. Also, she is gathering cost estimates to proceed with radio promotions and public service announcements. Further, she is developing a radio promotional program for 1989. 100 Leaves FORM 50 C. F. HOECKEL 8. 8 . & L. C O. MINUTES August 10, 1988 Page Four RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Board Members Choice -Mr. Coleman noted that he is very in t erested in pursuing a radio promotion program. He wanted to promote the entire city of Englewood as well as the downtown business district. Some of his thoughts for major themes included: "Proud of what we have," "Efficient shopping areas," "Cooperation with Cindere Ila City," and "Togetherness in Englewood." Ms. Dietrich suggested that she could request cost estimates from a few production companies, advertising and other public relations firms and present an overall plan at the September Board of Director's meeting. This suggestion was given approval. She also noted that if it is a city-wide campaign, the EDDA could sponsor the portion that applied to the downtown district. As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1 : 30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 100 Leaves