Redevelopment Commission

TOWN OF GILBERT REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21, 2018, 6:30 P.M. MUNICIPAL CENTER, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 50 E. CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, GILBERT, ARIZONA 85296 COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Tyler Hudgins, Chair Tyler Jones, Commissioner Peter Sciacca, Commissioner Boe Bigelow, Commissioner COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Ryan Hamilton, Vice Chair COUNCIL PRESENT: Scott Anderson, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT: Daniel C. Henderson, CEcD Economic Development Director John Baird, Town Attorney CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Redevelopment Commission was called to order by Chair Hudgins at 6:33 P.M. ROLL CALL Dan Henderson, Economic Development Director, called the roll and declared that a quorum was present. COMMUNICATION FROM CITIZENS Chair Hudgins opened the floor to members of the public for any comments or communications on items not on the agenda. The Commission’s response is limited to responding to criticism, asking staff to review a matter commented upon, or asking that a matter be put on a future agenda. There were no communications from Citizens. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS 1. Oath of Office – Swearing in of Boe Bigelow. Councilmember Anderson administered the Oath of Office to Boe Bigelow as a member of the Redevelopment Commission. 2. Minutes – Consider Approval of the Minutes for the regular meeting of January 17, 2018. A Motion was made by Commissioner Jones, and seconded by Commissioner Sciacca, to approve the meeting minutes of January 17, 2018, as presented. The Motion carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS 3. Report from the CHAIR on current or future events: Chair Hudgins had the opportunity to meet with individuals that were interested in the process for the Redevelopment Plan update. It is great to see the engagement from citizens. He encouraged looking for additional ways to engage the public in that process. 4. Report from COUNCIL LIAISON on current or future events: Councilmember Anderson emphasized the importance of staying involved, as we are in a critical point in developing the update to the Redevelopment Plan and incorporating the Master Plan in that process. He encouraged Commission members to attend the public meetings and engage with the public to gather feedback.  Gilbert Redevelopment Commission February 21, 2018 Page 2 of 2 5. Report from COMMISSIONERS on current or future events: Commissioner Sciacca complimented Commissioner Bigelow for taking a seat on the Redevelopment Commission. Councilmember Anderson had advised that there were a dozen or so applicants for the position. He commended Commissioner Bigelow for taking a personal part in the downtown redevelopment. He also appreciated Chair Hudgins having his office downtown and taking part in the redevelopment as well. Commissioner Sciacca attended the last public workshop as did Chair Hudgins, and he appreciated the interaction with citizens and stakeholders. He thanked Chair Hudgins for his service in that regard. Chair Hudgins echoed Commissioner Sciacca’s comments regarding Commissioner Bigelow. He has known Boe for a number of years and appreciates what he and his family have been doing in the downtown on the residential side. Chair Hudgins takes considerable interest in the residential side of the Redevelopment Plan. That is an important component, and he appreciates having someone with that perspective on the Board as we go through the public process. The Commission works as a team and we all bring different perspectives to the table. He is glad to have Commissioner Bigelow serving on the Redevelopment Commission. Commissioner Bigelow appreciated the kind comments and is excited to be a part of the Commission. The town has spent a lot of time and effort on the downtown area, and he believes we will see many great things in the years to come. 6. Report from STAFF LIAISON on current or future events: Dan Henderson, Economic Development Director, advised that the second public workshop was held on January 30th, 2018. At that meeting, the consultant presented the fundamental concepts, and participants filled out a ballot form on the concepts and associated projects and developments. The video presentation and ballot are available online at www.GilbertAZ.gov/hdupdate, and have been promoted on social media to further engage the public. He encouraged the Redevelopment Commission to share these posts and links to gain additional feedback from the public. Amanda Elliott, Redevelopment Administrator, recently completed a Manger’s update regarding the Redevelopment Plan. This can also be viewed on the same web page. The next public workshop will be held on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the University Building Assembly Room. That workshop will review objectives as well as input received from previous workshops, and present refined concepts, phasing, and implementation strategies. The participants will hold group discussions and provide summaries of their feedback. The attendance at these public workshops has been good and feedback has been generally positive. Certainly, with a resident base of about 250,000 people, concerns and questions will come up. The team has been able to field the majority of those questions, and has organized meetings with Councilmembers to address certain concerns. The process has very well received. He encouraged the Councilmembers, as their schedules permit, to attend these public workshops and participate in this effort. The Redevelopment Plan update is a major undertaking for the Redevelopment Commission, and we are delighted to have your leadership. ADJOURN With no further business before the Commission, Chair Hudgins adjourned the meeting at 6:44 P.M. ___________________________________ Tyler Hudgins, Chair