Main Street Advisory Board

City of San Marcos Regular Meeting Main Street Advisory Board Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 5:30pm Attend in Person: Chamber of Commerce Conference Room 202 N CM Allen Pkwy San Marcos, TX 78666 The presiding officer for this meeting will be present at the meeting location described above. Attend Online via Virtual Zoom Meeting: Webinar ID: 816 1358 8384 Public Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81613588384 I. Call To Order II. Roll Call III. Citizen Comment Period: Persons wishing to participate (speak) during the Citizen Comment portion of the meeting must email jfalletta@sanmarcostx.gov prior to 12:00PM the day of the meeting. Comments shall have a time limit of three minutes each. Any threatening, defamatory or other similar comments prohibited by Chapter 2 of the San Marcos City Code will not be read. ACTION ITEMS 1. Select through nomination, a Board Chair and Board Vice Chair for the upcoming year. MINUTES 2. Consider approval of the January 17, 2024, meeting minutes. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Incoming and Outgoing Board Members – Welcome incoming board members and thank you to outgoing board members. 4. Love Downtown Awards – Discuss volunteer needs for upcoming 2024 Love Downtown Awards. 5. Music on the Square Selection – Select two board members to serve on the jury panel for artist selection for the 2024 Music on the Square event. REPORTS 6. Main Street Program Report 7. Financial Report 8. Downtown Association Report 9. Economic Development Report 10. Parking Advisory Board Report FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS lV. Question and Answer Session with Press and Public V. Adjournment Notice of Assistance at the Public Meetings The City of San Marcos is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Individuals who require auxiliary aids and services for this meeting should contact the City of San Marcos ADA Coordinator at 512-393-8000 (voice) or call Texas Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 7-1-1. Requests can also be faxed to 855-461-6674 or sent by e-mail to ADArequest@sanmarcostx.gov. For more information on the Main Street Advisory Board, please contact Josie Falletta at jfalletta@sanmarcostx.gov. 1  City of San Marcos Regular Meeting MINUTES Main Street Advisory Board Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 5:30pm Attend in Person: Chamber of Commerce Conference Room 202 N CM Allen Pkwy San Marcos, TX 78666 Attend Online via Virtual Zoom Meeting: Webinar ID: 898 9083 6199 Public Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890836199 I. Call To Order 5:38PM II. Roll Call Attending: Ashley McCafferty, Shandee Lynn, Keely Hennig, Anita Collins, Mark Gleason, Duane Bradley Staff Present: Josie Falletta, Garret Hope, Andrea Villalobos III. Citizen Comment Period: None Persons wishing to participate (speak) during the Citizen Comment portion of the meeting must email jfalletta@sanmarcostx.gov prior to 12:00PM the day of the meeting. Comments shall have a time limit of three minutes each. Any threatening, defamatory or other similar comments prohibited by Chapter 2 of the San Marcos City Code will not be read. PRESENTATIONS 1. Andrea Villalobos, City of San Marcos’ Assistant Director of Planning, gave a presentation of the Downtown Area Plan and the Vision SMTX Comprehensive Plan. She informed the board that City Council has given final direction for the plan. The board discussed strategic initiatives for Downtown San Marcos as listed in the plan. Andrea Villalobos left the meeting after her presentation. MINUTES 2. The November 15 & December 20, 2023 meeting minutes were approved on Board Chair Shandee Lynn motion and Board Member Anita Collins second, on a 6-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. The board discussed the Downtown Area Plan and their findings from Andrea Villalobos’ presentation. 4. Josie Falletta informed the boar of the upcoming 10th Annual Love Downtown Awards. The board appointed a sub committee to review nominations from local businesses and discussed the final processes for winner selections. REPORTS 5. Main Street Program Report – Staff provided an update on events, social media efforts, downtown businesses, and future planning. 6. Financial Report – Main Street has expended 17% of its FY24 operational budget. 7. Downtown Association Report – N/A 8. Economic Development Report – N/A 9. Parking Advisory Board Report – Main Street Manager Josie Falletta updated the board on information provided to her by the Parking Advisory Board. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS lV. Question and Answer Session with Press and Public V. Adjournment: A motion was made at 7:06 PM by Vice Chair Ashley McCafferty and seconded by Board member Anita Collins. The motion passed with a vote of 6-0 and the meeting was adjourned. Notice of Assistance at the Public Meetings 2 The City of San Marcos is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Individuals who require auxiliary aids and services for this meeting should contact the City of San Marcos ADA Coordinator at 512-393-8000 (voice) or call Texas Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 7-1-1. Requests can also be faxed to 855-461-6674 or sent by e-mail to ADArequest@sanmarcostx.gov. For more information on the Main Street Advisory Board, please contact Josie Falletta at jfalletta@sanmarcostx.gov. 3 2024 LOVE DOWNTOWN AWARDS EVENT INFORMATION Date: Thursday, February 29 Location: The Marc Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Volunteers needed: Set up: TBD (could be morning or afternoon) During event: greeters, check in, awards table, raffle prizes Break down: clean up, pack up food and supplies, carry supplies to vehicles PUBLIC NOMINATIONS Closed (was open for 3 weeks) - 211 nominations, an all-time record! Outstanding New Business, Downtown Legend, Business of the Year Process: Public nominates businesses Judging panel meets, blind judging (names hidden) Finalists announced and invited to attend Winners announced at Love Downtown Awards MAIN STREET NOMINATIONS Partner of the Year Past winners include: 2023 - City of San Marcos Planning Department 2022 - KZSM 2020 - Price Center 2018 - Splash Coworking Kelly Franks Volunteer of the Year Past winners include: 2023 - TXST Delta Sigma Phi 2022 - LCRA 2020 - Christopher Paul Cardoza 2018 - Linda Coker Innovation Award Past winners include: 2023 - Blind Salamander 2022 - Putt Pub 2020 - Splash Coworking Revitalization Award (New) New award developed by Event Subcommittee for 2024 Awardee is a business or property owner who has revitalized a neglected building or area of downtown 4 2024 EVENTS + INITIATIVES EVENTS January 15: MLK Day Events -- POSTPONED February 8: TMSP Regional Design Workshop February 10: Mardi Gras February 29: Love Downtown Awards March 2: Spring River Cleanup March 18: SMCISD Bus Drivers Community Service Day April 8: Solar Eclipse April 12: LCRA Steps Forward Day May 10, 17, 24 & 31: Music on the Square June 21: Make Music Day August 30: Back the Bobcats September 16: Presidential Debate October TBD: Family Weekend November TBD: Holiday Lighting Ceremony Weekly: Farmer's Market Monthly: San Marcos SaturPLAY, Art Squared, 1893 Flea, Vanilla Bean Market INITIATIVES S Guadalupe St Parcels - activation plan Crosswalk Restriping Project - TIRZ#5 funded Mobility Hub Activation Plan - seasonal installations Work Plan Implementation - task list under development Kissing Alley CIP Outreach - late March 5 TEXAS MAIN STREET DESIGN WORKSHOP IN SAN MARCOS - FEB. 8 Date: Thursday, February 8 Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM Location: Old Fish Hatchery, 206 N CM Allen Pkwy Topics: fundamentals of Main Street Design, including historic preservation, walkability, tax credits, architecture, etc. Workshop hosted by San Marcos Main Street Program, taught by Texas Main Street Design team. CHAMBER YOUTH LEADERSHIP - FEB. 13 Date: Tuesday, February 13 Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM Location: Multiple downtown businesses Topics: Main Street, shop local, coworking, entrepreneurship, small scale manufacturing Workshop hosted by San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce, session focused on downtown and small business. Student seniors from San Marcos High School and Academy. 6 JAN 2024 HIGHLIGHTS ANALYTICS Facebook Followers: 12,327 (+1.4%) Reach: 19,024 Engagement: 677 Engagement Rate: 3.56% Instagram Followers: 7,613 (+1.4%) Reach: 14,298 Engagement: 1,675 Engagement Rate: 11.71% 7 2023 DOWNTOWN BUSINESS REPORT NEW BUSINESSES: 15 BUSINESS CLOSURES: 11 Q1 Q1 Allstar Lifestyle El Coco Loko Fruit Factory Arabian Nights Hookah Lounge Solid Gold Alcoholics Anonymous Q2 Ike’s Love & Sandwiches Wildfire Q2 Q3 Rapid Nutrition Local Joe’s (closed) Vitality Bowls Got Toys Zablosky Film Q3 Douglas Smith Soap Co. Stellar Coffee Co Katz Coffee Drive Thru Golden Needle Happy Clouds Q4 Q4 Smoothie King Sylvia Pizza Cisneros Insurance Co. La Chula Rick’s Lock & Key The Sweet Spot Tantra Miracle Leaf Hangry Joe’s Onpoint Roofing 8 DOWNTOWN BUSINESS REPORT NEW & UPCOMING BUSINESS ACTIVITY Rhinestone Cowboy 235 N LBJ Dr, Ste A NOW OPEN Crater Coffee (and Hookah) 312 University Dr, 312 C NOW OPEN Gus's World Famous Fried 110 E MLK Dr Opening Soon Chicken Bazaar 202 N LBJ Dr, Ste A Opening Soon Logie’s Restaurant 150 S LBJ Dr Opening Soon Kikko Ramen & Poke 407 N Guadalupe St Opening Soon Sea Barra 420 University Dr Planning Stage Eden Bar 206 W San Antonio St Planning Stage TBD restaurant 101 E MLK Dr Planning Stage TBD retail 114 E San Antonio St Planning Stage TBD coffee shop 301 N LBJ Dr Planning Stage 9 MAIN STREET FINANCIAL REPORT - 2/21/2024 FY 24 Operating Budget: Org Object Description Budget Actual Enc/Reqs Available Budget Percent Used 12024225 52095 PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 1,500.00 245.86 0.00 1,254.14 16 12024225 52105 COMMUNICATIONS/TELEPHONE 2,627.76 846.67 0.00 1,781.09 32 12024225 52230 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 57,000.00 2,932.30 4,196.69 49,871.01 13 12024225 52360 BUILDING RENTAL 15,600.00 4,890.00 10,800.00 -90.00 101 12024225 52397 SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (SAAS) 2,882.00 0.00 0.00 2,882.00 0 12024225 53070 SUPPLIES-OFFICE 15,000.00 5,629.39 0.00 9,370.61 38 12024225 53105 POSTAGE 400.00 0.00 0.00 400.00 0 12024225 53110 ADVERTISING/BRANDING 27,000.00 0.00 0.00 27,000.00 0 12024225 53145 REPAIRS-VEHICLES 517.50 0.00 0.00 517.50 0 12024225 54001 P-CARD MUST CODE 0.00 1,555.46 0.00 -1,555.46 0 12024225 54050 DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS 3,740.00 1,784.56 0.00 1,955.44 48 12024225 54075 MAIN ST-INCENTIVE PROGRAM 30,000.00 0.00 0.00 30,000.00 0 12024225 54180 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 15,000.00 2,373.61 0.00 12,626.39 16 12024225 54185 MEALS 1,000.00 513.02 0.00 486.98 51 12024225 54190 TRAVEL 900.00 278.03 0.00 621.97 31 12024225 54245 SPECIAL EVENTS/PROJECTS 34,500.00 8,960.43 843.90 24,695.67 28 12024225 60110 OPERATING BUDGET REQUESTS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTALS 207,667.26 30,009.33 15,840.59 161,817.34 22% 10