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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-08-14 EDDA MINUTESENGLEWOOD DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 3333 SOUTH BANNOCK, SUITE 480 BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUGUST 14, 1996 MINUTES MEMBERS PRESENT: Close, Coleman, Kientz, Pfannenstiel, Dilatush, Oxman, Powell, Clapp, Duemke MEMBERS ABSENT: Collins, Sanchez STAFF PRESENT: Celva, Doyle GUESTS/VISITORS: Manager of Business & Neighborhood Services, (EDDA Liaison) Bob Simpson I. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS AND VISITORS Chairman Close welcomed Manager of Business & Neighborhood Services, Bob Simpson to the Board meeting. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 12:10 p.m. Chairman Close asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the July 10th Board meeting. There being none, a motion was made by Bill Coleman, seconded by Bob Powell and passed unanimously approving the minutes as presented. III. TREASURER'S REPORT Gary Oxman reported that the June, 1996, Treasurer's Report and Revenues and Expenditure Report showed normal tracking with a dramatic increase in revenues and an ending revenue balance of $92,303.91. Gary asked if there were any corrections to the reports. There were none,. a motion was made by Ron Kientz, seconded by Bill Coleman and passed unanimously approving the reports as presented. e IV. DIRECTOR'S REPORT A. Election of Officers Director Celva presented a proposed slate of officers for election on the EDDA Board. Celva told the Board that the EDDA By-Laws state that an election of officers shall be held at the July regular meeting of such even-numbered year for a term of two years (two year term July, 1996 to July, 1998). The proposed officers are: Chairman Secretary - Treasurer - At Large Gordon Close Bill Coleman Gary Oxman Connie Sanchez After discussion of the at large position a motion to except the proposed slate was made by Emmett Duemke, seconded by Ron Kientz and passed unanimously approving the slate as presented. In discussing the duties of the Executive Committee Laurie Clapp brought to the Boards attention that notice of the Executive Committee meetings needed to be posted in order to remain in compliance with the Sunshine Law. B. New Office Location Director Celva informed the Board that after viewing the various office locations, it was the committee's recommendation for EDDA to lease the available office space in the Bank One Building, Suite 1020, 333 West Hampden. Celva told the Board that the lease would be an increase of $4.50 a square foot ($645, total monthly rent). Celva added, that the move was contingent upon the leasing representative obtaining bids and the final completion on the tenant finish of the new location. c. Downtown Plan Director Celva told the Board that Ron Straka and he had met in a series of meetings this past month with both individuals and sub-area focus groups, and that a number of concerns and opportunities have been identified. Harold informed the Board that the task force is scheduled to meet at 5:30 Thursday night in the George Perrin Room at the City library for review and comments of the information gathered to date. Harold added, that at the present time, the proposed time frame for the downtown planning process is on schedule. .. D. Other Director Celva told the Board that Bob Rose property manager for the building that houses El Tepehuan and Lee's Mens Store, had requested a proposal for facade improvements. After discussion of the requested proposal, it was the Board's recommendation for EDDA to proceed with this project and to make a proposal to the business owners, whereby EDDA would help to facilitate a loan for their share of the cost of improvements, but would not act as a direct lender. Bob Simpson informed the Board that the next public meeting for the Englewood Planning and Zoning commission is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, August 20th. Bob added, that included on the planned agenda is an application to allow as a permitted use a Tattoo Parlor in the Englewood B-1 district. V. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Gordon Close had nothing to report. VI. BOARD MEMBERS CHOICE Laurie Clapp requested clarification on her understanding that EDDA was giving grant money to Janet Spangenberg to publish her paper. Gordon Close stated that this was untrue, Gary Oxman added the information that Ms. Spangenberg had obtained funding from the ESBDC. Harold Celva stated that EDDA had advertised in the Englewood Companion. Discussion was held of the proposed feasibility study regarding a performing arts center, Bob Simpson and Laurie Clapp provided clarification of City Council's offer of matching funds. Bill Coleman told the Board that he had a complaint against the City's Clean, Green and Proud group, he thought it objectionable that the City would be sponsoring their City golf tournament October 4th at the Arrowhead Golf Club. Discussion continued. The meeting adjourned. Bill Coleman Secretary