Downtown Development Commission

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMISSION June 21, 2012 MINUTES 1. The regular June meeting of the DDC was called to order by Chair Eric Range at 7:14pm 2. The reading of the Open Public Meetings Act was read by Chair Eric Range 3. The Pledge of Allegiance was affirmed by those present 4. Steve Whitethorn moved to approve May minutes. Second by Carla Brady. Motion passed by unanimous vote. 5. Treasurer’s report – See attached 6. Mayors Report: Mayor reports he’s attended a number of Ribbon Cuttings, a great sign in this economy. 7. Council Liaison Report: Councilman Landrigan wants to know what more he can do to assit the DDC meet its goals. Will assist is getting council support for adjusted beer garden hours and move forward on outdoor dining regulations when we are ready. 8. Chair’s Report – No Report 9. Planning Board Report: Mike Kopas reported that there is an application to convert the old Blockbuster property to a small retail area and a new home for Madison Eyes. Work also continues on refining the LED lighting regulation updates. 10. Foundation Report. No Report 11. Committee Reports: a. Farmers Market – Farmers Market is underway. Committee seeks approval for marketing funds b. PIC – No Report c. Sign and Facade – There was a concern raised by Historic Preservation that they did not review the MAD signs prior to being installed. d. University Relations – No report. e. Bottle Hill Day – Preparations including sponsorship packets and vendor materials are coming together and will be going next month. 12. Old Business – None 13. New Business i. Farmers Market Committee requested approval to $1500 to support the marketing efforts of the market. Motion to approve purchase made my by Mike Kopas and Seconded by Steve Whitehorn. Motion carried with one abstention from Brad Cramer. ii. After discussion lead by Eric Range concerning the date of the October meeting and potential conflict with a major charity event in Madison, Mike Kopas moved change the meeting date to October 11, 2012. Second by Steve Whitehorn. Motion passed by Unanimous vote. iii. After a discussion lead by Eric Range concerning Laura Cole’s anticipated reduction in availability starting in the fall semester, coupled with the higher than anticipated need for administrative support, Larry Jensen moved to approved to hire an additional support person to supplement Laura’s work, not to exceed 20 hours a week. Second my Mike Kopas. Motion passed by Unanimous vote. iv. Steve Whitehorn moved to form a subcommittee to work on the details of the Beer Garden for Bottle Hill Day. Motion passed by Unanimous vote. 14. Eric Range adjourned the meeting at 9:05pm