Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority Meeting Agenda
Date: Time: Location:
Monday, May 11, 2020
3:00 PM
Hiawassee City Hall
50 River Street, Hiawassee, GA 30546
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Call to order
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Approval minutes of March 9, 2019
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Treasurers report
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Directors Update
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Old Business
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Grant Update
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Mural Update
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E-verify number
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New Business
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Intergovernmental Agreement
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Resignation of Theresa Andrett
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Nomination to fill a board vacancy
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Committee Presentations
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Occupants – Alex, Lindie, Eric
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Competition – Lindie, Maggie
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Partners – Liz & Tamela
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Marketing – Alex, Lindie, Eric
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Management – Herb & Denise
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Operations – Herb & Denise
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Project List
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Open Discussion
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Executive Session
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Adjourn
Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority May 11, 2020 Minutes
Present: Herbert Bruce, Liz Ordiales, Alec Therrel, Margaret Oliver, and Tamela Cooper Absent: Lindie Wright
Staff: Denise McKay, Marta Izquierdo
Minutes:
The May 11, 2020, Downtown Development Authority (DDA) meeting was called to order at 3:04 PM by Chairperson Herbert Bruce.
A motion to adopt the final minutes for the March 9, 2020 meeting was made by Alec Therrel and seconded by Margaret Oliver, motion carried unanimously.
Treasurer’s report – Denise McKay reported the Downtown Development Authority has $20,000 at this time. The bank account has not been set up yet. This was obtained by the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Council and the DDA.
Denise McKay gave Directors Update– Businesses are opening back up, some with reduced hours or curbside service. Because we are a tourist-driven community, we feel businesses will bounce back. Citizens are enjoying the beautiful outdoor environment along with their families.
Old Business:
The grant for $67,050.00 to stabilize the buildings at “Paris Pocket” has been submitted. This is for the replacement of the roofs on the two buildings. Any leftover funds will be used to stabilize the walls. Metal roofing material should be used to keep the same look as the Anderson building.
The Tagline name for the business center “Vision, Solutions, A Future, Nothing is Impossible” was presented to be incorporated into all marketing.
A motion to adopt the tagline name was made by Alec Therrel and seconded by Margaret Oliver, motion carried unanimously.
Denise has a meeting on May 13, 2020 with ARC and the Regional Committee to review the business plan.
The mural was accepted. The hang glider will be changed to a parasailer. We will also get the artwork for the production of t-shirts and bags. The grant has been extended until November 2020 and the project should begin in June 2020.
The E-verify number will be applied for very soon. New Business:
The Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the DDA and the City of Hiawassee, outlines the expectations, terms and funding of $20,000 per year, between the DDA the City.
A motion to adapt the IGA was made by Margaret Oliver and seconded by Alec Therrel, motion carried unanimously.
Theresa Andretta submitted a notice of resignation due to a new business and a new home. She does have plans to help wherever needed in the future.
The motion to accept the resignation of Theresa Andretta was made by Tamela Cooper and seconded by Alec Therrel, motion carried unanimously.
The Board discussed Rob Sollie to fill the vacancy and made a formal recommendation to the Mayor requesting he be appointed to serve on the DDA.
The Committee presentation for “Occupants” will be given by Lindie Wright at a future date. This committee will help occupants who are interested in starting a business with various opportunities within the two buildings.
The Committee presentation for “Competition” was given by Margaret Oliver. The business incubation center will be different from other programs. It will have a client selection process that will help with the start-up of early-stage companies with professional onsite management.
The Committee presentation for “Partners” was given by Liz Ordiales. The committee will supply recognized advocates to add value through mentorship, coaching, guidance, and resources that contribute to the success of the start-up businesses. Partner specialties include Legal, Financial, Business Development- SCORE, Insurance, Banking, Marketing, and Work Promotion.
The Committee presentation for “Marketing” was given by Alec Therrel. The committee will implement a Marketing Plan through social media, printed media such as signage and brochures, and post on the DDA website. This will reach potential entrepreneurs with awareness to resources and education to help them move forward.
The Committee presentation for “Operations” and Management was given by Herbert Bruce. The accepted entrepreneurs would be given access to the Business Advisory Board, SCORE representative, training program, local business leaders, DDA partners for mentoring and coaching, and space-based upon needs. Entrepreneurs will complete an application and an evaluation at a cost of $50.00. There will be a three-month service at no cost to the entrepreneurs. At the end of this period, an evaluation will be conducted to determine if expectations have been met. An evaluation will be completed at three, six, nine, and twelve months to determine the next phase of the business development and if a stipend is appropriate.
The project list will consist of “1st Friday” starting on August 7, 2020, after business hours of 4:00 to 8:00 PM. It will include yoga, crafts, open air markets, music, and a food truck. The planning committee includes Lindie Wright, Alec Therrel, Denise McKay, and Jacklyn.
The “Hamilton Gardens Dinner” will be held on October 17, 2020, as the first fundraiser.
It will include a catered sit-down dinner at Hamilton Gardens. Cost to be determined. The planning committee includes Liz Ordiales, Denise McKay and Marta Izquierdo. Alec Therrel will do the marketing for this project.
Open Discussion:
JDA is coming along. We will be meeting with them in the next several months.
Motion to adjourn was made by Alec Therrel, seconded by Margaret Oliver, motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 4:07 PM.