Downtown Development Authority

AGENDA Downtown Development Authority Meeting 10:00 AM - Thursday, February 6, 2025 HG Real Estate 52 N. Main Street Three Rivers, MI 49093 Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 4. PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS Recognition of Andrew George's 8 years of service on the DDA Board Welcome New Board Members Ashley, Daly, Katelyn 4.A. Recognition of Andrew George's 8 years of service on the DDA Board 5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 5.A. 2025.1 DDA Board Meeting Minutes 3-4 6. GENERAL COMMENTS For general comments, each person will be allowed to address the Board only one time, 5 minutes per person. The purpose of public comment is to allow the public to address concerns to the Board rather than start a public debate or present questions to the Board. 7. ACTION ITEMS 7.A. Approve a temporary part time maintenance person for 10 hours a week at $13-$15 per hour through June 30th, 2025. 7.B. Accept donation of $300 for a budget adjustment from revenue line 248- 000-684.050, and add to Meals expenditure budget line 248-272- 869.000 8. DISCUSSION ITEMS 8.A. Renew 15' x 15' DDA office space at 57 N. Main at $475 per month paid 5-8 quarterly or relocate to 53 N. Main St., which is Tom Lowry's building for rent at $475 month or pay nothing and locate to City Hall. There will be an estimated cost of $3,484.75 to relocated the camera monitor equipment and a monthly cost for internet to run the camera monitor equipment and for office use. EPS DDA email 2.3.25 City of Three Rivers Video Surveillance Equipment - New Location - EPS Security 8.B. Vacant Executive Board seats are open for nomination and will be voted on in March. Page 1 of 18  8.C. Website: Monthly website (word Press), updates through Geek Genius will be an additional $300 per year. This includes 3 quick site updates which can be image edits, content changes, blog posts, etc., that do not exceed 1 hour of work. On the 1st of the month the time is reset. Currently we pay $600 yearly for monthly website hosting. Do we want to explore other website options or have a meeting with Geek Genius to show us how to use the website. 8.D. Amphitheater Updates given by Joe Bippus, City Manager 1/13/2025 Publish Combined Notice to City Web Site 1/20/2025 Publish Project for Public Bidding 2/4/2025, 2 PM Pre-Bid Meeting (this day / time can change if necessary) 2/13/2025 Bids Due 2/14 – 2/21/2025 Bid review and confirmation with MEDC 3/4/2025 City Commission to consider contract award 4/1/2025 (approx.) Begin construction, weather permitting 8/31/2025 Substantial Completion 9. CONSENT 9.A. 2024-12 DDA_BAL SHEET 9 - 18 2024-12 DDA_REVEXP 1.2025 EV Minutes - Draft.docx DDA Design Minutes 1.15.25 DDA Promotions Mintues 10. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 11. ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 18  Three Rivers DDA Board December Meeting Minutes City Hall, January 9, 2025 1. Call to Order: Meeting called to order at 10:06am by DDA Board Chairperson Andrew George. 2. Roll Call: In attendance: Andrew George, Chair; Charlie Wolgamood, Vice-Chair; Jason Ballew, Secretary; Joe Bippus, Board Member; Waneta Truckey, Board Member; Mary Miholer, Board Member; Kyle Sharkey, Board Member. 3. APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED AGENDA Motion to approve agenda made by J. Bippus, seconded by C. Wolgamood. Motion passes unanimously. 4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Motion to approve minutes made by W. Truckey, seconded by J. Ballew. Motion passes unanimously. 5. GENERAL COMMENTS None. 6. ACTION ITEMS A. Vote Item 1: New Director Hire After conducting a third round of interviews with the top two candidates, it is recommended that Angela Metty be hired as the new DDA Director. Motion to approve the hire of Angi Metty, beginning January 14th, made by J. Ballew, seconded by M. Miholer. Motion passes unanimously. B. Vote Item 2: Winter Board Retreat Proposed monthly board meeting and annual budget retreat to be held on Thursday February 6th, 10am – 2pm at HG Real Estate located at 54 N. Main St. Motion to approve the Winter Board Retreat made by W. Truckey seconded by M. Miholer. Motion passes unanimously. C. Vote Item 3: Match on Main Recommendations The Economic Vitality Committee recommends Riviera Theatre & Bar, 48 N Main St., for Interior Renovation items. Page 3 of 18  The committee also recommends Sutra Indian Cuisine (13 N. Main St.) restaurant for technical assistance items such as general marketing, technology or other operational expenses (e.g. website, social media campaigns). Motion to approve recommendations for Match on Main made by J. Ballew, seconded by M. Miholer. Motion passes unanimously. D. Vote Item 4: Resignation from Chairperson, A. George Motion to accept A. George’s resignation made by M. Miholer, seconded by C. Wolgamood. Motion passes, with 1 Nay from W. Truckey. E. Vote Item 5: Main Street Now Conference Main Street Now Conference in Philadelphia, April 7 th – 9th. Michigan Main Street will pay for one registration ticket. Motion to approve the allocation of $2,100 from Tuition budget + $900 from Travel budget, for a total of $3,000, to be dedicated to Main Street Now Conference. Motion made by J. Bippus, seconded by M. Miholer. Motion passes unanimously. 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS Maintenance Person Will be further discussed during budgeting process. 8. CONSENT AGENDA Motion to approve the consent agenda, made by W. Truckey, seconded by J. Bippus. Motion passes unanimously. 9. DIRECTOR REPORT: A. Metty Impact Report Pulse Poll Survey Amphitheater Update (J. Bippus) — Extra notice period of flood plain. 10. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn made by M. Miholer, seconded by C. Wolgamood. Motion passes unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:50am. Page 4 of 18 Page 5 of 18  City of Three Rivers DPS 112 Spring St. Three Rivers MI 49093 RE: CAMERA EQUIPMENT MOVE LABOR Page 6 of 18 The proposed EPS Video Surveillance System will utilize a digital video recording system providing convenient video management. This system will provide to you a flexible solution with remote access at all times when connected to the internet. EPS is providing peace of mind that should anything happen; you have the capability to identify quickly what you would like to see. Some of the highlights to the digital video system include the following: even tagging for easy retrieval, automatic recording only when security events are detected and automatic alert features. Video Surveillance Equipment to be Installed 5 Conduit 10' Unit 600 Wire Cat5e Video Surveillance System Investment One Time Installation Charge $3,484.75 Plus Tax Tax Exempt (If selected, Plus Tax above is void) Monthly Services $122.00 Service Agreement Inspection Page 7 of 18 Installation and Proposal Terms The installation charges in this proposal all design, wiring, mounting of video equipment, programming, final system testing and user training. If required, additional costs for conduit, wire mold, trenching and man lifts for ceiling heights over 25 feet, will be your responsibility. The video surveillance equipment listed herein is based on our best estimate of protection required. This proposal includes all design, parts, labor and wire for a complete installation, programming, testing and training of the system. Additional equipment to meet insurance requirements or special high risk needs may be added by the subscriber at additional costs. The service agreement covers repair and replacement of any and all equipment that fault due to normal causes. The service agreement also includes (2) preventative maintenance checks to maintain proper and continuous operation of the equipment. This is also a time when an EPS technician can assist in making adjustments to the system if necessary. Pricing is valid for a period of 90 days from date of proposal. Sales tax is not included in the pricing and, if applicable, will be added at the time of invoicing. EPS recommends that all surveillance systems be inspected regularly; please speak with your Security Consultant for additional information. Customer acknowledges and agrees permit fees will be billed direct to customer as a passthrough cost on the final invoice. Additional Notes and Exclusions Customer to provide: -110v Power & Shelf/Desk Space -Reliable Internet Connection -IP Address, port Forwarding, & network Configuration as Needed Existing Equipment: If EPS is connecting to existing equipment, the existing equipment will be tested and inspected by an EPS technician. If equipment is discovered to not be in good working order or is not compatible with the new EPS equipment EPS is installing, it will be the responsibility of the customer for the repair or replacement of the equipment. 25% deposit required on COMMERCIAL accounts. EPS will invoice the deposit prior to work commencing. 50% deposit required on RESIDENTIAL accounts. EPS will invoice the deposit prior to work commencing. EPS reserves the right to progress bill the installation based on a % of completion for installation that exceeds 60 days Skyler LaPlante Security Consultant (269) 210-8809 ext. slaplante@epssecurity.com 02/03/2025 Page 8 of 18 01/13/2025 09:01 AM BALANCE SHEET FOR CITY OF THREE RIVERS Page: 1/1 User: BSCHOON Period Ending 12/31/2024 DB: Three Rivers Fund 248 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY GL Number Description Balance *** Assets *** 248-000-001.000 CASH 264,828.99 248-000-001.010 CASH-DDA SQUARE ACCOUNT 26,045.61 248-000-017.000 CASH EQUIVALENT INVESTMENTS 41,398.57 248-000-017.100 UNREALIZED GAIN OR LOSS (4,444.58) 248-000-040.070 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-REV LOAN 2,030.00 248-000-056.000 ACCRUED INTEREST RECEIVABLE 71.07 Total Assets 329,929.66 *** Liabilities *** 248-000-207.000 NOTES PAYABLE 195,345.00 248-000-255.000 DEPOSITS - CUSTOMER 500.00 248-000-339.000 UNEARNED REVENUES 12,432.95 248-000-339.001 DEFERRED REVENUE 2,030.00 Total Liabilities 210,307.95 *** Fund Balance *** 248-000-375.090 RESERVE-REVOLVING LOAN 42,309.48 248-000-390.000 Fund Balance 73,781.60 Total Fund Balance 116,091.08 Beginning Fund Balance 116,091.08 Net of Revenues VS Expenditures 3,530.63 Ending Fund Balance 119,621.71 Total Liabilities And Fund Balance 329,929.66 Page 9 of 18 01/13/2025 09:01 AM REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR CITY OF THREE RIVERS Page: 1/2 User: BSCHOON PERIOD ENDING 12/31/2024 DB: Three Rivers 2024-25 ACTIVITY FOR ORIGINAL 2024-25 YTD BALANCE MONTH ENCUMBERED UNENCUMBERED % BDGT GL NUMBER DESCRIPTION BUDGET AMENDED BUDGET 12/31/2024 12/31/24 YEAR-TO-DATE BALANCE USED Fund 248 - DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Revenues Dept 000 248-000-403.000 CURRENT PROPERTY TAXES 23,521.00 23,521.00 22,758.33 66.26 0.00 762.67 96.76 248-000-403.020 TAX INCREMENT FINANCING-Plan 116,691.00 116,691.00 90,979.15 0.00 0.00 25,711.85 77.97 248-000-445.000 PENALTIES - TAXES 0.00 0.00 15.17 2.48 0.00 (15.17) 100.00 248-000-502.000 FEDERAL GRANTS 0.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 248-000-573.000 LOCAL COMMUNITY STABILIZATION SHARE APPR 11,519.00 11,519.00 10,255.27 0.00 0.00 1,263.73 89.03 248-000-665.000 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS 1,500.00 1,500.00 3,254.85 0.00 0.00 (1,754.85) 216.99 248-000-678.000 OTHER REVENUES 0.00 0.00 731.40 0.00 0.00 (731.40) 100.00 248-000-684.050 MISC REVENUE - FUNDRAISING 26,050.00 26,050.00 30,673.87 5,310.00 0.00 (4,623.87) 117.75 Total Dept 000 179,281.00 194,281.00 173,668.04 5,378.74 0.00 20,612.96 89.39 TOTAL REVENUES 179,281.00 194,281.00 173,668.04 5,378.74 0.00 20,612.96 89.39 Expenditures Dept 272 - GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE 248-272-702.000 SALARIES/WAGES FULLTIME EMPLO 43,888.00 43,888.00 8,560.80 0.00 0.00 35,327.20 19.51 248-272-703.000 SALARIES/WAGES - PART TIME EM 15,266.00 15,266.00 6,890.11 2,070.60 0.00 8,375.89 45.13 248-272-706.000 LEAVE EARNINGS 0.00 0.00 4,313.40 0.00 0.00 (4,313.40) 100.00 248-272-715.000 FICA - EMPLOYERS SHARE 4,526.00 4,526.00 1,490.70 158.40 0.00 3,035.30 32.94 248-272-716.000 MEDICAL INSURANCE 22,572.00 22,572.00 3,762.00 0.00 0.00 18,810.00 16.67 248-272-717.000 LIFE INSURANCE 601.00 601.00 300.00 50.00 0.00 301.00 49.92 248-272-718.000 RETIREMENT 4,775.00 4,775.00 1,302.89 0.00 0.00 3,472.11 27.29 248-272-720.000 WORKERS COMPENSATION 606.00 606.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 606.00 0.00 248-272-725.000 PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS 100.00 100.00 60.31 0.00 0.00 39.69 60.31 248-272-727.000 OFFICE SUPPLIES 700.00 700.00 175.05 5.57 0.00 524.95 25.01 248-272-728.000 POSTAGE 200.00 200.00 73.00 0.00 0.00 127.00 36.50 248-272-729.000 PRINTING 200.00 200.00 23.33 0.00 0.00 176.67 11.67 248-272-740.000 GENERAL SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT 650.00 650.00 134.17 49.96 0.00 515.83 20.64 248-272-783.400 DESIGN COMMITTEE 5,000.00 5,000.00 671.00 0.00 0.00 4,329.00 13.42 248-272-783.500 PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE 20,200.00 20,200.00 19,833.06 8,016.76 0.00 366.94 98.18 248-272-783.600 ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING COMMITTEE 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,000.00 0.00 248-272-783.700 ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE 2,050.00 2,050.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,050.00 0.00 248-272-801.000 PROFESSIONAL FEES 300.00 300.00 89.97 0.00 0.00 210.03 29.99 248-272-803.000 DUES AND MEMBERSHIPS 850.00 850.00 250.00 0.00 0.00 600.00 29.41 248-272-804.000 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,475.00 7,475.00 6,243.80 500.00 1,026.78 204.42 97.27 248-272-805.000 TRAINING AND TUITION 2,100.00 2,100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,100.00 0.00 248-272-853.000 TELEPHONE/INTERNET 660.00 660.00 253.34 50.69 0.00 406.66 38.38 248-272-868.000 LODGING 3,000.00 3,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,000.00 0.00 248-272-870.000 TRAVEL EXPENSE 900.00 900.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 900.00 0.00 248-272-901.000 ADVERTISING 2,000.00 2,000.00 1,058.13 0.00 0.00 941.87 52.91 248-272-921.000 ELECTRIC 500.00 500.00 119.87 0.00 0.00 380.13 23.97 248-272-940.000 LEASE OF PROPERTY/BUILDINGS 6,000.00 6,000.00 4,275.00 1,425.00 0.00 1,725.00 71.25 248-272-963.000 CENTRAL SERVICES OVERHEAD 4,443.00 4,443.00 2,220.00 370.00 0.00 2,223.00 49.97 Page 10 of 18 248-272-964.000 REFUNDS AND REBATES 24,500.00 24,500.00 9,752.01 4,000.00 0.00 14,747.99 39.80 248-272-971.000 CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.00 42,700.00 98,285.47 21,224.50 88,310.00 (143,895.47) 436.99 Total Dept 272 - GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE 169,062.00 217,762.00 170,137.41 37,921.48 89,336.78 (41,712.19) 119.15 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 169,062.00 217,762.00 170,137.41 37,921.48 89,336.78 (41,712.19) 119.15 01/13/2025 09:01 AM REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR CITY OF THREE RIVERS Page: 2/2 User: BSCHOON PERIOD ENDING 12/31/2024 DB: Three Rivers 2024-25 ACTIVITY FOR ORIGINAL 2024-25 YTD BALANCE MONTH ENCUMBERED UNENCUMBERED % BDGT GL NUMBER DESCRIPTION BUDGET AMENDED BUDGET 12/31/2024 12/31/24 YEAR-TO-DATE BALANCE USED Fund 248 - DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Fund 248 - DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: TOTAL REVENUES 179,281.00 194,281.00 173,668.04 5,378.74 0.00 20,612.96 89.39 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 169,062.00 217,762.00 170,137.41 37,921.48 89,336.78 (41,712.19) 119.15 NET OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES 10,219.00 (23,481.00) 3,530.63 (32,542.74) (89,336.78) 62,325.15 365.43 Page 11 of 18  Economic Vitality Committee Minutes January 9, 2025​ ​ 4:00 p.m. ​ HG Real Estate Office – 52 N. Main St. A.​ Call to Order/Roll Call – EV Lead J. Koski called the meeting to order at 4:05pm. a.​ Members present: J. Koski, A Metty, J. Beebe, W. Truckey, J. Wolgamood b.​ Approval of Agenda - approved by unanimous consent as amended. c.​ Approval of Minutes - approved by unanimous consent as presented. B.​ Old Business: a.​ B-3 Prohibited Storage Ordinance 844 Update – J. Beebe. John gave the committee a few brief updates to ongoing communication with SafeBuilt. The building owner at 47 N. Main St. did install paper across storefront windows. b.​ DDA director position update - Congrats to Angi Metty for being named to the Executive Director position. C.​ New Business: a.​ 2025/26 FY Budget requests - J. Koski i.​ Committee reviewed the current budget vs actual spending and will request the same budget for the EV Committee as this current FY. $1000 for EV Committee for business recruitment and retention, $20,000 for the Facade Grant program, with remaining funds for R2 holding currently at $1,627.88, and the revolving loan Fund balance at $42,309.48 D.​ Grants / Funding a.​ R2 / ARPA Grant – J. Koski i.​ Remaining balance in R2 Grant is ~$1627 ii.​ It was discussed to contact previous recipients of the R2 grant to get success stories/suggestions for potential use in upcoming marketing/fundraising efforts. b.​ Façade Grant Updates – J. Koski i.​ Any upcoming grants to be considered - application has been sent to 13 N Main, Sutra Indian Restaurant ii.​ remaining funds in Facade Grant is $13,120​ E.​ Potential Grants Updates – a.​ Match on Main - Applications open Jan 20, 2025 - DDA Board recommendations - J. Koski / A. Metty. Page 12 of 18  i.​ The DDA board approved recommending The Riviera Expansion (48 N Main) and Sutra Indian Restaurant (13 N Main) for the Match on Main grant applications this year. T. Meyer will be coordinating the applications with both candidates. F.​ Downtown Concerns/Inventory Updates a.​ 8 N Main (former Martell Realty Office) is on the market for Lease at $1150/mo.​ It was suggested for this or similar location be considered for pilot businesses to use on a temporary basis/subject to lease agreements. G.​ 2025 EV Committee Goals a.​ The committee set goals of things they are going to pursue in 2025. i.​ EV Charging Station in DDA District ii.​ Website updates iii.​ Better communication of grants and incentives to district businesses and buildings iv.​ update inventory of current available properties for rent/lease or for sale. v.​ Master plan updates for DDA specific tasks; John will follow-up (w/Angi) NEXT MEETING: February 6, 2025 at 4 p.m. – Location: HG Real Estate, 52 N. Main St. Three Rivers Michigan 49093. Page 13 of 18  DDA Design Committee Meeting Minutes January 21, 2025 — DDA Office (57 N. Main St.) DDA DESIGN MISSION: To Improve the physical appearance of the commercial district through beautification and historic preservation efforts. Design Committee Chair: Jason Ballew Design Committee Members: Mary Miholer, Lisa Devine, Mike Curtis, Julie Hoffman, Michal Dobyns, Tara Adams, Colin Monroe, Sara Blank, Angi Metty, Britney Wendzel, Charlie Wolgamood, Raven Suelosse 1. Welcome / Roll Call / Additions to Agenda a) In attendance(?): Mary, Jason, Lisa, Mike, Angi, Julie, Mike, Colin, Charlie, Raven, Britney b) Absent: Sara Blank c) Welcome New Members: Raven Suelosse 2. DDA Overview a. A Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is a special governing body established to focus on revitalizing and promoting economic growth within a city's downtown area, typically by facilitating public improvements, attracting new businesses, and enhancing the overall aesthetics of the district through various development initiatives, often utilizing funding mechanisms like tax increment financing (TIF) to finance projects. b. Three Rivers DDA was established in 1980 c. Mission is to:  inspire public and private investment  attract and provide local residents with a vibrant space to explore  to foster and strengthen connections d. Partners:  City of Three Rivers  TR Chamber of Commerce  TR Community Foundation e. We are a MASTER Level Main Street community  Begun in 2014; 5-year designation process  Provides us with an intensive level of guidance and resources from state and national level staff  https://www.miplace.org/492eae/globalassets/documents/maps/mainstre etmap.pdf Page 14 of 18 3. Michigan Main Street (part of MEDC – Michigan Economic Development Corporation) a. The objective of the Michigan Main Street Program is to support and improve Michigan’s downtowns and traditional commercial neighborhood districts. The Michigan Main Street Program employs the Main Street Approach™, a community- driven, comprehensive strategy that encourages economic development through historic preservation. The program provides technical assistance that helps a community build partnerships and collaboration among stakeholders and encourages historic preservation. It promotes environmentally-sustainable redevelopment, integrates a community's cultural assets and fosters entrepreneurial development and downtown living. b. Main Street Four-Points®: The Four-Points® of the Michigan Main Street Program refer to proven techniques for community revitalization developed by the National Main Street Center. These techniques include Design, Economic Vitality, Promotion and Organization, all working together with community collaborations and partnerships.  DESIGN means capitalizing on the assets of the downtown's physical environment, such as historic buildings, and creating an inviting atmosphere through renovation and perhaps new construction, all the while developing sensitive design management systems and long-term planning for sustainability.  ECONOMIC VITALITY means strengthening a community's existing economic base by helping existing businesses and recruiting new ones, thereby converting unused space into productive property.  PROMOTION is the effort to market the downtown's unique characteristics to residents, visitors, investors and business owners through advertising, retail activities, events, and marketing campaigns.  ORGANIZATION refers to the effort to involve all the downtown's stakeholders to work toward a common goal, and driving a volunteer-based Main Street Program under the direction of a governing board, standing committees, and the guidance of a paid program director. 4. Impact Report a. A great resource and summary of our achievements in 2024 b. A selling tool for recruitment of new businesses downtown c. Something to share with ALL stakeholders and residents 5. Budget Review a. Current Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 (July 1 2024 – June 30 2025) PROJECT: LEAD(s): BUDGET PROJECTED Hanging Baskets J. Hoxie / M. O’Connor $2000.00 Sidewalk Containers/Flowers M. O’Connor / J. Ballew $2000.00 Holiday Décor J. Ballew $750.00 MISC. (DOG PARK ANNIV.) J. Ballew $250.00 TOTAL $5000.00 Page 15 of 18 b. Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026) PROJECT: LEAD(s): BUDGET PROJECTED Hanging Baskets: Flowers ? $2000.00 Sidewalk Containers/Flowers ? $2500.00 Holiday Décor ? $500.00 Amphitheatre Landscaping ? $1,000.00 TOTAL $6000.00 NOTES:  Hanging baskets — projected to have 36 baskets x $55.56/basket for flowers  Sidewalk containers — budgeting for purchase of additional containers  Holiday décor — decreased line item  Adding Amphitheatre line item 6. Vibrancy Grant (5 mins) a. Remaining funds are $1,786.66. b. Garland for poles: i. 9’ x 18” Mixed Pine Garland, Unlit: $79 x 18 = $1,422 estimated ii. Jason to contact company to purchase 1 for testing 7. Looking Ahead for 2025 (5 mins) a. Art Sculptures — (Hastings and Dowagiac as examples) i. Form new sub-committee??? ii. Carnegie Center involved? iii. Create wish-list look-book concept brochure iv. Ask Tricia to look into Grants v. Mary’s Aunt — Thelda Matthews (worked for K&M) Page 16 of 18 b. EV Charging Station i. Ask Tricia about major grant funding through State ii. Other funding opportunities? c. Dog Park Anniversary: i. May or June ii. $250 Budget? d. Spring clean up i. Sat May 3rd ii. Zosha is new Zookeeper (Greg is still there) e. Teaming up with Women’s Club for pollinator garden f. Inventory of name plaques for hanging baskets g. Maintenance: i. Maintenance worker ii. Tractor — Warren at Lynn’s Garage in spring d) Amphitheater Page 17 of 18  January 15th, 2025 Promotions meeting held at Riviera Lobby Attendance: Charlie, Dani, Riley, Warren, Betty, Angi 1) Events for 2025 Preliminary discussion a) Monthly Music on Main (months TBD) b) Art On Main July 19th c) Sass In The City TBD d) HarmonyFest Sunday of Labor Day weekend e) Christmas Around Town weekend of Thanksgiving 2) Fundraising goals and review fundraising letter a) Double HarmonyFest budget to $20,000, Monthly Music On Main $6,000 ($1,500 each date (May-Aug). Christmas Around Town to $6,000. 3) How to promote a) Social media, website, locally (banners, posters, flyers, Encore, Revue, Shoreline, QR code) b) Betty K for help with website updates for events Next Meeting: February 19th, 2025 at 6:15pm in the Riviera Lobby Page 18 of 18