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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-04-08 EDDA MINUTES• • RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves FORM SCI C. r . HO ECKEL a. 8 . a L. co. ENGLEWOOD DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 3333 s. Bannock -Englewood, Colorado 80110 Members Present: Members Absent: staff Present: Visitors/Guests: MINUTES April 8, 1992 Birdsall, Collins, Green, Hathaway, Kaufman, Myhre, Oxman, Pendleton, Shepherd Close Celva, Persinger Chuck Reid, Linda Martin, Roy Watts Due to the absence of Chairman Close, the regular meeting of the Englewood Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors was called to order by Harold Celva, executive director, at 12:02 p.m. H. Ce! va introduced Chuck Reid, City of Englewood management analyst, to the Board and stated his reason for attending today's meeting was regarding housing for the Cherrelyn horsecar. c. Reid explained the history behind the horsecar. Information was passed out to the Board members while c. Reid stated he was at today's meeting to solicit funds from the EDDA. It was questioned how much has been raised at this point; c. Reid stated $7,500 has been raised since the March 1 kickoff date. c. Reid also explained that the fundraising period goes from March 1 through May 31 and if $10,000 can be raised, a private donor is willing to match that amount. Discussion ensued on cost, plans and ways of raising funds for the shelter. It was questioned whether there was a possibility of keeping the horsecar at Cinderella City, where it is being displayed at this time. L. Martin, City of Englewood assistant City Manager, noted the City of Englewood doesn't have a museum to exhibit Englewood history, but did note that the Englewood Library was starting to exhibit some Englewood history and that it might be beneficial to keep the horsecar with the other history exhibits. s. Collins noted that c. Reid was at the board meeting to ask for the EDDA's financial help, not ask for the EDDA board members opinions on the plans for the shelter. It was also asked what happens should there not be enough money to reach the goal; it was noted that a rebate would be in order. s. Kaufman motioned holding off on a decision until next month's meeting. G. Oxman seconded the motion. The motion to postpone a decision, pending further information and discussion was passed by voice vote. MINUTES Secretary L. Shepherd asked if there were any comments regarding the Minutes dated March 11, 1992. R. Hathaway moved, seconded by G. Birdsall to accept the Minutes as written. The motion passed by voice vote. • • RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves FORM ~ C. F . HOECKEL a. a. a L. co. MINUTES April 8, 1992 Page Two TREASURER'S REPORT G. Birdsall reviewed the February reports, but further explained two items in detail (interest earnings and a reimbursement to the office supply account). G. Birdsall asked for any questions. D. Green moved, seconded by T. Myhre to approve the Treasurer's Report. The motion passed by voice vote. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT H. Cel va stated he had talked with a representative of Swedish Hospital regarding a replacement for Neil McElhinney on the EDDA Board. H. Celva noted that Roy Watts, Swedish Hospital representative and present at today's meeting, is the person designated by Swedish. H. Cel va questioned the fact that the Swedish representative has always been a voting board member as Swedish Hospital is not in the EDDA district; it was answered that Swedish Hospital does own and lease property within the EDDA district, therefore a voting member is appropriate on the EDDA board. It was agree that Roy Watt's name be submitted to City Council for Neil McElhinney's replacement. H. Celva stated that also due to N. McElhinney's departure, there is a vacancy on the Executive Committee, as well. H. Celva noted that officers will be reelected in the July meeting. Secretary Shepherd asked for volunteers to fill the vacancy for the two-month period. It was suggested that Steve Collins volunteer. He accepted. Secretary Shepherd explained the purpose of the executive committee meetings. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Event Calendar summer 1992 H. Celva referred to the Director's Report mailed with the Board packets when reviewing the summer events. H. Celva stated on June 6 Chris Daring will be performing; July 2, The Darn Thirsty cowboys and Aug. 13, Wind Machine, which is a very popular band. H. Celva also stated he would like to hold a concert at Cinderella City Mall and cater to the Englewood residents by holding a big-band concert . H. Cel va also gave a report on the Aug. event being held in conjunction with the MS Society as Cinderella city the possible site of the event. H. Celva also stated there was a possibility of holding the Colorado state Fiddling Championships during this event. H. Celva noted the sponsors to be KYGO and possibly Coors. H. Celva stated that the goal of the EDDA is to profile downtown Englewood to the metropolitan area as being alive and well with • FORM SO C. F. HOEC KEL 8 . 8 . a l. CO. MINUTES April 8, 1992 Page Three • RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves Cinderella City as a positive factor. H. Celva also stated the beer tasting event was the premier event, with the possibility of a chili cookoff. G. Oxman inquired about merchant participation; H. Celva stated he would like to form a merchant group for brainstorming on ways to get merchant participation. R. Hathaway inquired about coordinating coupon books with the Aug. event; H. Cel va explained his proposed ideas at this time. s. Kaufman inquired about the EDDA's responsibilities in this event; H. Celva explained that $40,000 had been budgeted for a summer festival, and the main objective of the EDDA is to target the events to attract a much larger group of people than in past events. s. Collins asked whether 3 months would be enough time to plan this event. Discussion ensued on the liability of such an event with regards to the MS Society and the EDDA. Sign Project (Merchant ID Signs and Welcome Signs) H. Celva stated the prototype sign had been installed and that a banner would be installed this coming week. H. Celva noted that the banners could be placed on top the merchant sign for announcing upcoming special events. H. Cel va also stated that he had received a couple calls from merchants asking how they could get their name on a sign. Discussion ensued regarding lettering on the merchant sign. H. Celva stated he would like to go ahead with the sign project, but would like board approval. With regards to the "welcome to downtown Englewood" signs, H. Celva asked the Board if the welcome sign was needed at Broadway and Floyd. H. Cel va stated that the proposed street signs would denote "downtown Englewood" and that maybe our proposed "welcome" sign at Broadway and Floyd was not needed. Discussion ensued regarding costs. Secretary Shepherd asked for clarification on what was being asked of the Board at this time. It was suggested to experiment with the prototype sign installed in front of El Tepehaun before contracting the rest to be installed. EDDA I city of Englewood Projects H. Celva referred to a sample street sign T. Myhre had brought in when stating the possibilities of street signs. Discussion ensued regarding colors, reflectiveness, and costs. L. Martin stated that the City's objective is to obtain coordination between the different entities proposing sign projects. H. Celva stated he would proceed with investigating color options for the signs. It was suggested to resolve these issues at next month's meeting. B. Pendleton asked H. Celva if the merchants had been polled about the merchant sign. H. Cel va stated he would follow-up with the merchants who would be directly involved with this project. s. Kaufman ands. Collins stated they would like to have copies of the original proposal from Century Signs on the sign project. • FORM 50 C. F. HOECK EL e. a. 8: L. co. MINUTES April 8, 1992 Page Four • RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves Discussion referred back to the "welcome to downtown Englewood" signs All was in agreement to eliminate the site at Broadway and Floyd with a "welcome" sign. It was agreed to discuss the remaining issues on this topic at next month's meeting. s. Kaufman reported the costs he found on the street globes as stated he would do at last month's meeting. s. Kaufman noted that with his checking, he found the cost of globes to be $42 each globe versus the City price of $47; less than 6% than the city price. Discussion ensued with regards to the City and the EDDA splitting the costs and globes. H. Cel va noted that he spoke with a representative of the Englewood Marketplace and noted they would also like to buy new globes, as there's are being ruined. It was suggested that H. Celva find out a count on globes needed for purchasing. R. Hathaway moved, seconded bys. Collins to approve the purchase of replacement globes. Englewood Chamber of Commerce Seminars H. Celva stated that the Chamber was holding a seminar on April 19 on Travel. H. Cel va also stated the Chamber is extending the invitation to participate again this year on the seminars. It was discussed and decided that maybe the EDDA could become involved on an individual seminar basis. Other -Farmers Market: L. Martin reported that the Farmers Market has decided to move to University Hills Shopping Center. L. Martin stated the decision was based on the fact that there was not a location in downtown Englewood well suited for the Farmers Market and that also the Farmers were not pleased with the South Acoma lot, as it was too small. -Colorado Foxes: H. Cel va stated he would see what could be worked out with regards to promoting the downtown area during their games. -Lease: H. Celva stated that Lou Doyle had agreed to the same lease amount for the next three years -no changes. -Plaza Restrooms: It was asked whether the EDDA would like to see restrooms placed at the Plaza area and if so, how much money would the EDDA be willing to contribute. It was noted that the City would maintain the restrooms. H. Celva noted that the City has budgeted $10,000 for this project. Discussion ensued regarding plans and possible problems. Secretary Shepherd stated he felt this topic should be further discussed. • • RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 100 Leaves FORM 50 C. F . HOECKEL a. a. a L. co. MINUTES April 8, 1992 Page Five L. Martin stated that a letter was recently sent to the bond holders on the 1991 status. She also stated that the URA is receiving 45% of the necessary principal and interest due and that it was holding at the same level as last year. L. Martin did note that Central Bank is the trustee and makes all decisions. BOARD MEMBER'S CHOICE T. Myhre stated he would like to see on an upcoming agenda - getting traffic into the area, like RTD. R. Hathaway noted that a meeting was being held next Monday with he RTD regarding this topic. B. Pendleton: 1) inquired about the Interstate Bank; it was stated that $6.50 lease rate; and 2) thanked T. Myhre for the street signs. lease rate with First sq ft was the EDDA office obtaining information on s. Kaufman asked what the EDDA' s posture was regarding South Broadway's empty building and what is being done to lesson the vacancy rate, specifically the 3300 block of South Broadway. Secretary Shepherd suggested s. Kaufman to write a proposal to the board regarding the EDDA' s responsibilities. s. Kaufman also inquired about the policies regarding private businesses placing banners across South Broadway. It was noted that the City issues these permits per their guidelines. As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:40 p.m.