Town Business Liaison Committee

Town of Vienna 127 Center Street S Vienna, VA. 22180 p. 703-255-6300 TTY 8111 Meeting Minutes Town Business Liaison Committee Thursday, April 14, 2022 7:00 PM Charles A. Robinson, Jr. Town Hall, 127 Center Street, South 1 Roll Call Natalie Monkou, Manager, Economic Development called roll. Members present: Chairman Robert Leggett (ZOOM); Peggy James; Robert Holland; Jennifer Morrow, Mark Lander (ZOOM). Absent: Deepa Chakrapani Staff Present: Natalie Monkou, Economic Development Manager; Hallie Willis, Marketing and Business Engagement Specialist. 2. Approval of the Minutes: There were no minutes. 3. New Business A. TBLC-22185 TBLC Member Updates Peggy James announced that the VBA is seeking a volunteer for the Taste of Vienna on April 30, 2022. Jennifer Morrow agreed to fulfill this request. Robert Holland wished to clarify that the event is one day only. Jennifer Morrow stated that the property where Bard’s Alley is located has been sold. A discussion followed regarding traffic and safety concerns at the corner of Lawyers Rd. and Church St. It was suggested that contact be made with the Transportation Safety Commission. Robert Holland noted that he has authored an article for future publication highlighting the history of Merle Norman in the Town of Vienna. The second oldest business in Vienna, Merle Norman has been in operation since 1953. The article is potentially slated for publication in the coming year. 4. Regular Business A. TBLC-22184 Update On MHS Internship Program Chairman Leggett recognized Manager Natalie Monkou who reported that the Town received one student intern application. Mark Lander reported that he has hired two student interns. Peggy James noted that applications are open until April 20, 2022. She encouraged earlier promotion of this opportunity for the next year to allow businesses time to plan. Town of Vienna Page 1 Printed on 7/15/2022 Town Business Liaison Committee Meeting Minutes April 14, 2022 B. TBLC-22183 New Member Recruitment Efforts for TBLC Members discussed potential Committee recruits. C. TBLC-22182 Welcoming New Businesses (March) Robert Holland reported receiving an updated list from Manager Monkou. New business contact assignments were distributed to members. Carole Wolfand Award Body Grace Fitness and Yoga will be presented the 2022 Carole Wolfand Award on April 19, 2022 at 6:30 PM. Weather permitting, the ceremony will be held on the Town Green. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place at the Volunteer Fire Department. All TBLC Members were strongly encouraged to attend. 5. Economic Development Manager Updates A. TBLC-22179 Upcoming and Relevant Town Council Meetings Manager Monkou noted that the Town Council met in Special Session March 24, 2022 to discuss a proposed zoning ordinance text amendment related to the allowance of outdoor dining. A Joint Public Hearing of the Town Council and the Planning Commission will be held May 11, 2022. Committee Members are encouraged to attend and invited to sign up to speak. A copy of the draft regulations will be sent to all Committee members. B. TBLC-22180 Division News Manager Monkou introduced Hallie Willis, newly hired Marketing and Business Engagement Specialist. A ribbon cutting is scheduled for April 26, 2022 for Salon and Company Suites. The event will include a VBA mixer at 5:30 PM prior to the ribbon cutting at 6:30 PM. May is Business Appreciation Month. Numerous awards will be presented throughout that time frame. Hallie Willis presented an example of the nominations survey for these awards. C. 22-3093 Meeting Reminders & Updates Manager Monkou reviewed the rules and regulations for membership in the TBLC. She encouraged the Committee to begin thinking about the Annual Report. Work will begin on this document in the Fall/Winter. 6. Meeting Adjournment Chairman Leggett called for a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 PM. Town of Vienna Page 2 Printed on 7/15/2022 Town Business Liaison Committee Meeting Minutes April 14, 2022 Motion, Robert Holland; second, Jennifer Morrow. THE TOWN OF VIENNA IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3 WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (703) 255-6304, OR 711 VIRGINIA RELAY SERVICE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED. Town of Vienna Page 3 Printed on 7/15/2022