Community Development Authority (CDA)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES VILLAGE OF EAST TROY November 25, 2019 Page 1 of 2 Call Meeting to Order Roll Call Chairperson LaShay called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present: Tony LaShay, Benny Stichmann, Alex Alger, John Isleb Excused: Scott Seager, Mary Nicoson Absent: Jim Holm Others: Eileen Suhm, Tanya Fonseca – Graef John Isleb was introduced as the newest member of the CDA, filling Erin Seaverson’s term. Jim Holm stopped in to let the CDA know he would not be able to attend the meeting and apologized for the short notice. He suggested an updated list of priorities be distributed prior to each meeting with the materials sent to members. Public Comment None. Approval of Minutes Minutes dated October 28, 2019 Motion by Benny Stichmann, second by Alex Alger to approve the minutes dated October 28, 2019. Motion carried with John Isleb abstaining. Old Business 1. Discussion and direction facade grant program The draft façade grant program was reviewed by Tanya Fonseca. Items discussed included: • With a limited dollar amount it may be better to have to have submittal deadlines rather than a program that is always open for applications • Tanya Fonseca discussed when the program is competitive, they typically see an enhanced quality of projects presented • Discussed whether the program should be available to all properties within the Village. Discussion focused on including Main Street. Benny Stichmann suggested the CDA also consider incorporating the properties the Plan Commission identified as an extension of the downtown district in the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map. The future land use map will be available at the next meeting so CDA members can see what area this encompasses. • Discussed some communities have programs that allow interior projects with a minimum percentage going towards façade. The CDA should consider the projects they would like eligible for the program. • When reviewing the eligible improvements, the CDA expressed a desire to see more of an exterior focus. Discussed some of the other elements identified could be eligible for a revolving loan fund program, which can be discussed with Mary Nicoson at a future meeting. The projects favored as eligible during discussion included:  COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES VILLAGE OF EAST TROY November 25, 2019 Page 2 of 2 accessibility improvements for disabilities, electrical work including service upgrades, exterior improvements, exterior lighting, painting, restoration of historic or original interior architectural features, and structure repairs if exterior or to save a building. • Members discussed requiring three quotes for each project • Discussed consideration of funding the professional review fee the properties subject to downtown design standards and Plan Commission approvals to comply with these • The CDA would likely serve as the review committee • Tanya asked for future feedback on the bottom of the application checklist, which included financial information to accompany the application. • Discussed it would be helpful to provide project examples from other communities. • The match or percentage for grant funds was discussed with the option that the percentage could be linked to the type of improvements. 2. Update regarding potential historical designation and signage for square The history behind discussing pursuing historical designation included a need to draw attention to the square and making travelers on the interstate aware of the square and the businesses in the area. Members also discussed prior conversations focused on branding. Benny Stichmann offered to prepare a letter for the next meeting to begin discussions regarding branding and signage. New Business 1. TIF presentation (tabled 10/28) Tabled 2. Review of priority list with possible recommendations for future agendas No discussion 3. Discussion regarding December meeting date Due to the holidays, the December meeting will be skipped wit the next meeting scheduled at the end of January. Adjourn Motion by Alex Alger, second by Benny Stichmann to adjourn at 7:03 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully Submitted: Eileen Suhm, Administrator/CDA Executive Director