Downtown Revitalization Committee (DRC)

DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 - 5:30 PM Notice of AGENDA Liberty Hill Municipal Court / City Council Chamber 2801 RR 1869 Liberty Hill, Texas 78642 Sheila Nardelli Daniel Scott Danyel Cake Kellie Olisky Kristan LeBaron LIVE VIDEO ACCESS Live video of the meeting will be displayed on the City's Facebook page. PLEASE SILENCE YOUR CELL PHONES 1) CALL TO ORDER a) Establish quorum 2) PUBLIC COMMENTS Regarding items not on this agenda/Public Comments: Those desiring to speak on a topic not listed on the agenda, please complete a speaker form and present to the City Secretary before the meeting. Speakers will have three minutes each to speak, this time cannot be transferred or shared. Committee members may not take action during this item and any responses will be limited to factual statements, recitation of existing policy, or request for the topic to be placed on a future agenda. Regarding topics listed as an agenda item/During specific agenda item: The Committee requests that speakers complete a speaker form, indicate which agenda item they are interested in speaking about, and submit form to the City Secretary before the agenda item is addressed. Speaker forms may be emailed to the City Secretary before the meeting at esimpson@libertyhilltx.gov. 1 3) REGULAR SESSION a) Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding the Downtown Revitalization Committee Meeting Minutes from June 27, 2023. (E. Simpson) 6.27.2023 Draft Downtown Revitalization Committee Regular Meeting Minutes.pdf b) Discussion, consideration, and possible action to nominate two Downtown Revitalization Committee members to attend the Texas Downtown Conference on October 24-27, 2023. (P. Brandenburg) Texas Downtown Conference.pdf c) Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Texas Downtown Association, grant opportunity for Anice Read Grant. (K. LeBaron, D. Scott) K LeBaron email regarding Anice Read grant application.pdf Anice-Read-Application-2023-updated.docx d) Discussion, updates, consideration, and possible action on Downtown Wayfinding Signage. (D. Scott) Update on the discussions with Halff Process for how to engage the sculpture festival with commissioning pieces for architectural pieces incorporated into wayfinding or streetscape. Wayfinding Examples.pdf Wayfinding_purpose_and_process.pdf WCAD_Main_Street_Extents.pdf e) Discussion, updates, consideration, and possible action on a new mural. (D. Scott) Verification of location, process for approval, and next steps. Ideas on who to engage. Theme. Cost allocation. f) Discussion, Update, and Possible Action on the following Downtown Projects/Initiatives: Main Street Signs Roundabout Main Street Signalization at 1869 Designated Truck Route Downtown Masterplan Downtown Streetscape 4) REPORTS a) Approve Cross Communication Committee Reports. (P. Brandenburg) The Cross Committee Communications group met 7-20-2026. This is the report compiled from the individual notes of the meeting. P&Z report was un-available. 2023-7-20 Cross Communications Committee report compiled without PandZ.pdf 5) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 2  Issues, topics, items for consideration at a future meeting may be identified and scheduled for a future agenda. No deliberations on the items may occur. 6) ADJOURNMENT The City Council, Boards, and Commissions reserve the right to reconvene, recess, realign, change the order of business, or adjourn into Execu ve Session at any me during the course of the mee ng, prior to adjournment, to discuss any item listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sec on §551.071 (Consulta on with A orney), §551.072 (Delibera ons about Real Property), §551.073 (Delibera ons about Gi s and Dona ons), §551.074 (Personnel Ma ers), §551.076 (Delibera ons about Security Devices), and §551.087 (Development). 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INITIALS _______ 3  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.a Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding the Downtown Revitalization Committee Meeting Minutes from June 27, 2023. (E. Simpson) 4  City of Liberty Hill, TX Liberty Hill Downtown Revitalization Committee Minutes Tuesday, June 27, 2023 City Council Chamber / Municipal Courthouse 2801 Ranch RD 1869, Liberty Hill, TX 78642 1. CALL TO ORDER The Downtown Revitalization Committee Workshop was called to order at 5:09 PM by Chair Daniel Scott Downtown Revitalization Committee Members Present: Lonnie Wendling Daniel Scott , Chair Kellie Olisky, Vice-Chair arrived at 5:19 p.m. Danyel Cake arrived at 5:12 p.m. Kristan LeBaron, Secretary Members absent: None City Staff: Paul Brandenburg – City Administrator Jerry Millard – Director of Planning and Development Elaine Simpson – City Secretary Liz Branigan – Mayor Katie Amsler – Communications Manager McKenzi Hicks – Planner II Shelby Claridge – Planning Technician Liberty Hill DRC Meeting minutes June 27, 2023 Page 1 of 5 5  2. PUBLIC COMMENTS Regarding items not on this agenda/Public Comments: Those desiring to speak on a topic not listed on the agenda, please complete a speaker form, and present it to the City Secretary before the meeting. Speakers will have three minutes each to speak, this time cannot be transferred or shared. Committee Members may not take action during this item and any responses will be limited to factual statements, recitation of existing policy, or request for the topic to be placed on a future agenda. Regarding topics listed as an agenda item/During specific agenda item: The Committee requests that speakers complete a speaker form, indicate which agenda item they are interested in speaking about, and submit form to the City Secretary before the agenda item is addressed. Speaker forms may be emailed to the City Secretary before the meeting at esimpson@libertyhilltx.gov. No Comments. 3. REGULAR SESSION a) Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding the Downtown Revitalization Committee Meeting Minutes from May 23, 2023. (E. Simpson) On motion by Daniel Scott and seconded by Lonnie Wendling to approve the May 23, 2023 Regular Called Parks Board meeting minutes. Motion passed on vote of 3 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions. b) Discussion, consideration, and possible action on Downtown Wayfinding Signage. (D. Scott) Daniel Scott presented this item as follow up from the last meeting. After circulating amongst the boards, the big item that was picked up on was incorporating a local artist into the signage seemed to be a big anchoring mechanism. Daniel asked for a list of local artists that the committee could reach out to. Katie Amsler responded that she had a list she could share with the committee. Danyel Cake commented that her favorites were Bastrop and Brenham. Daniel Scott asked if there had been a decided color scheme, font or any design standards for signage. Jerry Millard, Planning Director, responded “No”. Jerry further clarified that there are no sign guidelines specifically for the downtown area and that is something the committee can decide what we wish to do. Jerry suggested that the committee come up with something that is very particular to the downtown area. Kristan LeBaron commented that she liked the way Brenham had done its parking sign, she liked the font, size and style. Danyel Cake mentioned her store's neighbor has a stone wall and she posed the Liberty Hill DRC Meeting minutes June 27, 2023 Page 2 of 5 6  question as to whether we could approach the building owner and ask if they'd consider painting a mural on that wall. There was discussion as to whether the city would pay for the installation of the mural, to which City Administrator, Paul Brandenburg, said could be brought before City Council. Jerry Millard suggested the possibility of doing a contest for LHISD students to submit designs, with the winning design being chosen as the mural that would be installed. This would get community engagement and buy-in. On motion by Daniel Scott and seconded by Danyel Cake to put together a request for procuring a wayfinding signage consulting service. Motion passed on vote of 5 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions c) Discussion, consideration and possible action related to forwarding a recommendation to City Council related to applicants to fill vacancy on the Commission. (E. Simpson) The City Council has requested that the Downtown Revitalization Committee forward recommendations regarding applicants for the vacancy in Seat #1. Applicants are Sheila Nardelli, Sunday Taylor, Nathan Curley and Sanjuana Saenz. On motion by Daniel Scott and seconded by Lonnie Wendling to forward favorable recommendation to City Council for Downtown Revitalization Committee Applicants, Nathan Curley and Sheila Nardelli. Motion passed on vote of 5 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions d) Discussion, consideration, and possible action to nominate two Downtown Revitalization Committee members to attend the Texas Downtown Conference on October 24-27, 2023. (P. Brandenburg) Paul Brandenburg, City Administrator, presented item that money is in the budget to send 2 committee members to the Texas Downtown Conference and asked the committee who would like to go. Danyel Cake said she would nominate Kristan LeBaron because she has spearheaded this and Daniel Scott because he is our chair. Daniel responded that he would like to go but is not available on those dates. Kristan asked if the committee could share a registration and said she will check to see if that is an option. Lonnie asked if sending someone from city staff would be an option. This item will be brought to the next meeting for possible selection. No action was taken. Liberty Hill DRC Meeting minutes June 27, 2023 Page 3 of 5 7  e) Update on the potential relocation of Downtown Powerlines by PEC. (P. Brandenburg) Paul Brandenburg, City Administrator, commented that once City Council approved using the money from the ARPA funds for downtown, Paul contacted Pedernales Electric Company and they provided some options for relocation of the power lines. Possible options were to relocate the lines behind the buildings, a diagonal location or bury the lines. The burying of lines would be more expensive. Relocating the lines behind the buildings is estimated to be $230,000. This matter would still need to go through Downtown Revitalization Committee and City Council for approval. No action was taken. f) Update and report regarding information shared at the Cross Committee Communications meeting(s). (D. Scott) Daniel Scott updated that the Cross Committee met on June 15th and it was just himself and Chad Cormack to discuss some of the updates from both of our Committees. Daniel commented that the Planning & Zoning Commission is working on the following: • Meeting continually on the Comp Plan • Wrapping up on the updates for the Sexually Oriented Businesses • Appointed 1 new member with some small City experience • Had a Joint Meeting with City Council for going over its bylaws • Working on final approval for authority on plants • Reviewing development permits • Looking at creating a Board of Adjustments • Looking at ways to revise what can necessitate a Traffic Impact Analysis. Daniel Scott commented that he shared the Committee’s previously approved signage and Chad thought it was appropriate. Paul Brandenburg, City Administrator, commented that they are looking a modifying the Cross Committees Group. Paul recommended that each group send its notes to all members ahead of time to review. Elaine will also have the notes and then all the board and committees and City Council Agenda will have a section titled “reports” on the agenda. g) Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding proposed logos for future city sponsored events. (K. LeBaron) Kellie Olisky commented that she provided options of logos for city sponsored events and asked if the Committee had any comments. Danyel Cake responded that she liked the Zombie one for the Halloween event. No action was taken. Liberty Hill DRC Meeting minutes June 27, 2023 Page 4 of 5 8 4) Executive Session - Downtown Revitalization Committee may convene into Executive (Closed) Session for deliberation of the following items pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072(Deliberations about Real Property), Section 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters), Section 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and Section 551.087 (Economic Development). There was no Executive Session. 5) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Issues, topics, items for consideration at a future meeting may be identified and scheduled for a future agenda. No deliberations on the items may occur. Mural Options 6) ADJOURNMENT With no other items on the agenda, and no objections from the committee members, Chair Scott adjourned the Downtown Revitalization Committee at 6:05 PM. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE Downtown Revitalization Committee of the City of Liberty Hill, Texas on _________ of, July, 2023 on vote of ayes, nays, and abstentions. ______________________________ Chair Daniel Scott ______________________________ City Secretary Elaine Simpson Liberty Hill DRC Meeting minutes June 27, 2023 Page 5 of 5 9  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.b Discussion, consideration, and possible action to nominate two Downtown Revitalization Committee members to attend the Texas Downtown Conference on October 24-27, 2023. (P. Brandenburg) 10 11 12  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.c Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Texas Downtown Association, grant opportunity for Anice Read Grant. (K. LeBaron, D. Scott) 13 From: Kristan LeBaron To: Elaine Simpson Cc: Paul Brandenburg; Daniel Scott Subject: Can we add this to the July agenda? Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023 10:40:06 AM Attachments: Anice-Read-Application-2023-updated.docx Hi again, Elaine - as part of our membership in the Texas Downtown Association, we have the opportunity apply for the Anice Read Grant of anywhere from $500 to $5,000. The deadline to apply for the grant this year is September 1st, so I'd like to add this to the July DRC agenda so we'll have time to discuss and potentially apply for the grant - and I suppose we'd need to discuss projects we'd want to use these funds for. Here's a link to the information page on the organization's website. And I'm attaching a copy of the grant application. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you! Kristan Kristan LeBaron Cell: 512-550-2462 14  Anice Read Fund 2023 Award Application Background and History of the Anice Read Fund The Anice Read Fund was formed in 1999 to honor the legacy of Anice Read of Austin, Texas. Anice was a beloved and passionate advocate for the historical preservation of Texas downtowns, believing them to be the lifeblood and heart of a community. She was appointed to the Texas Historical Commission in 1968 and became the first director of the Texas Main Street Program, a THC division. Along with representatives of Texas’ largest cities, Anice founded and was actively involved in Texas Downtown. Three years after her retirement, following a courageous battle with cancer, Mrs. Read passed away on November 30, 1999. The first grants from the Anice Read Fund were awarded in 2000. Since that time, more than $180,000.00 has been awarded, leveraging more than $7.2 million for downtown projects. Communities Foundation of Texas Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) is a public charity founded in 1953 and works closely with donors, nonprofits, and other funding organizations. CFT is the fiscal agent for the Anice Read Fund; it reimburses grant awardees and manages the two Fund accounts. By doing so, it allows Texas Downtown to focus its energy on fulfilling the mission, vision and strategic goals that serve its members. Purpose of the Fund The Anice Read Fund is a small grant program that provides funding for downtown projects. These funds are intended to help close financing gaps on projects of any size. Because small grants offer the opportunity to leverage other funding, it is important that proposed projects have other sources of financing in addition to that which is being requested. 1 15 Pre-Application Prior to applying, Texas Downtown members are required to schedule a call with the Texas Downtown executive director to discuss the project or program to be considered for funding, and to discuss any questions about the application process. Project types to be considered Only downtown projects/programs will be considered. 1. Project Development 2. Program Development Grants are NOT given: 1. For political activities or lobbying efforts; 2. To support deficit financing or repay debt; 3. For non-charitable purposes; 4. For efforts without an impact to downtown; 5. Directly to an individual or private enterprise (see above). Award This is a reimbursement grant. Grants are awarded annually; however any change will be announced on the Texas Downtown website where the application is available. Size per award may vary due to the number of awards given or economic factors affecting the fund. Applicants must be members in good standing of Texas Downtown. If you’re unsure of your membership status, contact TXDT at suzy@texasdowntown.org. 2 16 Submitting materials ● Copies of all application materials should be emailed as one PDF if possible to suzy@texasdowntown.org by 11:59 pm on the Friday prior to Labor Day with the subject line Anice Read application. ● Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. NO EXCEPTIONS will be made. ● Receipt of completed applications will be acknowledged via email. Required documentation 1. A cover letter on the applicant organization’s letterhead (city, non-profit) signed by the chief executive (i.e., non-profit president, city manager) providing a brief description of the proposed project and the amount being requested from the Anice Read Fund; 2. A copy of the 501(c)(3) IRS letter of determination if the applicant is a non-profit organization (Note: an IRS (c)(6) must partner with a (c)(3) organization or government entity and the application will be submitted from one of those organizations); 3. Most recently submitted IRS Form 990 (for non-profits only); 4. Project narrative of no more than two pages (see below) 5. A budget for the project or program that includes in-kind or contributions from other sources and the total cost. 6. The completed application form found on Page 5. Project Narrative (2 pages maximum) should 1. Briefly describe the applicant organization; 2. Describe the potential impact of an Anice Read Fund grant on your downtown; 3. Describe the process the City/Organization plans to administer the grant(s); 4. Name all financial and in-kind partners. 5. Outline how the Anice Read Fund of Texas Downtown and Communities Foundation of Texas will be acknowledged for their contribution (media etc.). Announcement of awards Awards are announced at the Texas Downtown Annual Meeting held in conjunction with the Texas Downtown Conference held in a different member community each year. 3 17 Final Report for Grantees Please note: Grant programs must be underway or completed within twelve months of grant announcement or an extension request must be submitted. If these conditions are not met, then the award will be forfeited. Upon project completion, the grantee will submit a report via email to Texas Downtown that includes: 1. A report on the project/program and the impact of the grant 2. Photos of the completed project or program 3. Copies of press coverage and/or promotional materials about the project/program 4. Copies of paid invoices related to the project/program that equal the grant amount. The report will be forwarded to the Communities Foundation of Texas for final review and reimbursement. 4 18  Anice Read Fund Application Form This form must be emailed to Texas Downtown along with other application materials. Applicant (city or organization): EIN (Employee Identification Number): Address (physical, mailing, city, state, zip): Contact name: Email: Phone: Brief description of grant program: Impact on the downtown area: Amount requested from the Anice Read Fund: Total project cost: Would an amount less than the request be considered? Yes ______ No ______ Authorized Signature (non-profit or municipal chief executive): Printed name: Title: Date: Have you received an Anice Read Fund grant in the past? Yes ______ No ______ If so, what years? 5 19  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.d Discussion, updates, consideration, and possible action on Downtown Wayfinding Signage. (D. Scott) Update on the discussions with Halff Process for how to engage the sculpture festival with commissioning pieces for architectural pieces incorporated into wayfinding or streetscape. 20  WAYFINDING EXAMPLES January 24, 2023 21 BASTROP 22 BASTROP 23 BASTROP 24 BRENHAM 25 BRENHAM 26 BRENHAM 27 FRISCO 28 FRISCO 29 FRISCO 30 WAYFINDING PURPOSE AND PROCESS January 24, 2023 31 WAYFINDING PURPOSE AND PROCESS - Reinforce the Liberty Hill Identity - Enhance the perception and character of Liberty Hill - Identify key entry points into the City - Identify pathways for vehicular traffic into and out of the City - Identify pathways for vehicular traffic to parking areas - Identify pathways for pedestrians from parking areas to amenities and events - Create an awareness of destinations and promote them - Reduce the visual clutter or overuse of signs to reduce confusion - Create a system of simple components that are easily fabricated and maintained 32 CIRCULATION DIAGRAMS VEHICULAR (DROPOFF AREAS / PARKING LOTS / PRIMARY AND SECONDARY THOROUGHFARES) PEDESTRIAN (ACCESSIBLE & NON-ACCESSIBLE) West 15th Street East 15th Street West 15th Street East 15th Street Texas Law Center John Reagan Texas Workforce State Office Building Commission Lavaca Street San Jacinto Blvd Trinity Street Korean War Veterans Memorial Texas Workforce Commission Annex WWI Monument West 14th Street West 14th Street Supreme Pearl Harbor Price Daniel Court Monument Sr. Building Building Tyler Rose Garden Sam Houston Building Texas Historical Tom Texas Pioneer Woman Disabled American Veterans of Texas Commission Clark Building The Ten Commandments West 13th Street West 13th Street Brazos Street Veterans of the 36th Infantry Visitors Parking Lorenzo de Zavala Garage State Archives & Library Hood’s Brigade College Ave Ea College Ave Terry’s Texas Rangers Heroes of the Alamo Lavaca Street Colorado Street San Jacinto Blvd Trinity Street State Insurance Building Volunteer Confederate Firemen Soldiers Tejano Monument Texas Capitol Visitors Center Mesquite St East 11th Street eet nue eet 33 WAYFINDING OBSERVATIONS Photo documentation of existing conditions. 34 WAYFINDING RECOMMENDATIONS Produce plan drawings, schematic renderings, sign type families, message schedule, and approximate cost per sign type. 35 WAYFINDING GUIDELINES Full size digital files submitted to owner adhering to ADA, TXDOT, and visual guide standards 36 WAYFINDING CONSULTANTS Sample design consultants - F2DS - Corbin Design - RSM Design - Teleos Experiential Graphic Design - Asterisk Design - TBG Partners 37 WILLIAMSON COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT GIS MAP Note the extents of Main Street Used as background on Texas Historical Commission and similar state map databases. 38  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.e Discussion, updates, consideration, and possible action on a new mural. (D. Scott) Verification of location, process for approval, and next steps. Ideas on who to engage. Theme. Cost allocation. 39  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 3.f Discussion, Update, and Possible Action on the following Downtown Projects/Initiatives: Main Street Signs Roundabout Main Street Signalization at 1869 Designated Truck Route Downtown Masterplan Downtown Streetscape 40  DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY - JULY 25, 2023 2801 Ranch Road 1869 - Liberty Hill AGENDA ITEM 4.a Approve Cross Communication Committee Reports. (P. Brandenburg) 41 City of Liberty Hill, Texas Cross Communications Committee Meeting 7/20/2023 compiled report w/o P&Z Daniel Scott, Mary Lyn Jones, Sarah Novo (P&Z) attending for Chad Cormack, and Tiffany Stillwell (via Zoom?) 7-20-2023 Downtown Revitalization Committee Report Downtown Wayfinding Signage • Continued discussion from previous cross-committee meeting where I shared samples of other town wayfinding signage designs and schematic prospective locations. • A few members liked the Brenham example in the package for its use of new/old style design and typography. There was also expressed interest in Bastrop. • It was noted from outside committee members and internally that it's a good idea to involve a local artist(s) • See examples where there's either mosaic tile bases or large signage murals adjacent to some of the wayfinding elements. • DRC requested a list of local artists that we could reach out to for interest and ideas. • DRC could also look at the locations provided and see if there's nearby architectural features that could have signage incorporated . e.g. murals, roundabout, etc. • There was also discussion to clarify whether or not there are existing design standards for the City. It was noted that there is nothing established for downtown signage but there is a logo and fonts associated with city documents and the website branding. • We can provide these standards to a prospective consultant for context. • DRC voted to propose procuring a wayfinding signage consulting service. • Next steps would require the city administrator to request the approval for the budgeting item from EDC. • Paul B. noted that there is ARPA funding that has been allocated to the city that could also be a resource for the funding of the consulting service and/or the fabrication + installation of the signage elements. DRC Committee to nominate a member(s) attend the Texas Downtown Association Conference on October 24-27 • Paul B. stated there's money in the budget to send 2 members to the conference. • Kristan L. stated she may be able to go but there might be some scheduling conflicts. • Lonnie and other members discussed that it would also make sense to have a city staffer attend the meeting to help bridge the gap between the committee, conference resources, and the city. • This will be a continued discussion for next meeting. Update on potential relocation of downtown powerlines by PEC • Paul B. commented that there's options to: o relocated lines behind buildings o a diagonal location o bury the lines • Some initial cost was discussed since this would come out of the $700k ARPA funding. The relocating of lines behind the buildings is estimated to be $230k. • This is still on the discussion list for more pricing and visual/property impact for future DRC meetings. 42 Discussion and possible action for proposed logos for future city sponsored events. • Kellie O. provided some samples of logos for city sponsored events like the "Trunk or Treat" Halloween events. Danyel C. and some of the committee members agreed this was a good option for this event. Closing discussion • More mural discussion about the limestone wall at the corner of Grange and Main Street as a great opportunity for an artist piece. • Jerry W. will reach out to the engineer firm that is there to see if they would entertain the idea. • It was also discussed that the mural element could be a local artist with Liberty Hill iconography or themes that define the downtown/Liberty Hill culture • It was also noted that this could be a rotating mural that has school involvement in one shape or another. Student competition or each school gets a year to put their own artwork. • Further discussion regarding the involvement of the sculpture festival into downtown signage and/or streetscape amenities. Since sculptors at the festival work ona piece during the week there could be themed elements that are displayed a different locations through downtown (similar to the park), along the SUP, or they could sculpt actual benches, sign bases, or streetscape architectural features. 43 LHEDC Updates: 1. Project Redo 2. ESD/Tax Revenue Issue 3. Incentives Update 4. Review 1 year objectives of EDC Strategic Plan a. Website launch in October b. Shovel Ready Sites being identified and vetted EDC Challenges:         Clear understanding of Water availability in LH and LHETJ and target dates for access ESD/Tax issue August 17 – Ray Perryman Economic Summit – hosted by Wilco EDP July 26: LH Chamber Lunch Aug 24: LH Chamber Lunch Tiffany Stillwell President Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation 44 From: Mary Lyn Jones To: Elaine Simpson Subject: Re: Cross Communication Committee Meeting Date: Monday, July 17, 2023 2:23:44 PM Report from Parks and Recreation Board Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for opening city pool 251 CR 200 Monday, May 29 Regular hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10 am - 7 pm Sunday 1 pm - 6 pm Closed on mondays for training and maintenance. Beat the Heat celebration at City Pool Saturday, June 3 Received Board and Committee Members Handbook Lifeguards volunteered to help with Wonder and Whimsy plus the 3 rd of July celebration. Veterans Park Trees are being removed. Wade Burleigh , a wood sculptor, is using some of the wood for sculpting. Repair of irrigation and landscaping is planned. Central Park Fencing is being fabricated. Signage will be coordinated with downtown revitalization committee. City Park Master Plan presented to council during workshop on July 12 Council voted to approve going forward with application to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for grant. Kimley-Horn presented city park master plan with 8 phases. ( ML will bring a copy of the phases to joint meeting) Park Board approved moving forward with collaboration with YMCA Park Board approved recommendation to council to accept bylaws. There is one opening on the parks board. Three applicants are attending our July 20 meeting at 10:00 am to be considered. Respectfully submitted, Mary Lyn Jones 45