09-02-2020Economic Development Board
City of Edgewater
Meeting Agenda
104 N. Riverside Drive
Edgewater, FL 32132
Council Chambers - Teleconference8:00 AMWednesday, September 2, 2020
We respectfully request that all electronic devices are set for no audible notification.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from the June 3, 2020 Economic Development Board Meeting
EDB Meeting Minutes 06-03-2020Attachments:
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None at this time.
5. REPORTS
A. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR REPORT
B. SOUTHEAST VOLUSIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REPORT
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. TODD PERRY RESIGNATION
Todd Perry LetterAttachments:
B. DEBBIE DOLBOW REAPPOINTMENT
Debbie Dolbow LetterAttachments:
C. ORGANIZATIONAL REVIEW
i. City Resolution Establishing Economic Development Advisory Board
ii. Economic Development Advisory Board Bylaws
iii. Board Contact List with Term Dates
Attachments:
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D. BLUE DOG DRAFT VIDEO SCRIPT
Blue Dog Video Script V1Attachments:
7. NEW BUSINESS - None at this time.
8. BOARD REPORTS
9. ADJOURN
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matter considered at a meeting or hearing, that individual will need a record of the proceedings and
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provide such record.
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of these proceedings should contact City Clerk/Paralegal Robin L. Matusick, 104 N. Riverside Drive,
Edgewater, Florida, telephone number 386-424-2400 x 1101, 5 days prior to the meeting date. If you
are hearing or voice impaired, contact the relay operator at 1-800-955-8771
One or more members of City Council or other advisory boards may be present.
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Meeting Minutes
Economic Development Board
8:00 AM Council Chambers - TeleconferenceWednesday, June 3, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER
Dan Klasel, Chair of the Economic Development Board, called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan Klasel,
Michael Kelley and Rebecca Crews
Present 8 -
Debbie DolbowAbsent1 -
Samantha BergeronAlso Present 1 -
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AR-2020-4784 Minutes from the May 6, 2020 Economic Development Board Meeting
EDB Meeting Minutes 05-06-2020Attachments:
A motion was made by Bliss Jamison, second by Marcia Barnett, to approve minutes from
the May 6, 2020 Economic Development Board Meeting. The MOTION was APPROVED
unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan Klasel,
Michael Kelley, and Rebecca Crews
8 -
Absent:Debbie Dolbow1 -
AR-2020-4785 Minutes from the May 14, 2020 Video Script Subcommittee Meeting
EDB Video Script Meeting Minutes 05-14-2020Attachments:
This Minutes from the May 14, 2020 video script subcommittee meting were received and
filed.
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None at this time.
5. REPORTS
a. Economic Development Coordinator Report
Economic Development Coordinator, Samantha Bergeron, reported that the City has been doing
informative Facebook Live sessions weekly and spoke to the Board about resources available for
businesses due to Covid. The proposed FY 2021 budget was reviewed with the Board.
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A motion was made by Bliss Jamison, second by Marcia Barnett, to approve the proposed
Economic Development Advisory Board budget. The MOTION was APPROVED
unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan Klasel,
Michael Kelley, and Rebecca Crews
8 -
Absent:Debbie Dolbow1 -
The Board will identify companies to recognize for the Masters of Business, a City sponsored event,
held in November in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce.
Terms are expiring in September for Todd Perry and Debbie Dolbow. Requests for reappointment
will be provided in writing.
A motion was made by Marcia Barnett, second by Rebecca Crews, to cancel the July 1,
2020 Economic Development Board Meeting. The MOTION was APPROVED
unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan Klasel,
Michael Kelley, and Rebecca Crews
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Absent:Debbie Dolbow1 -
b. Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce Report
6. OLD BUSINESS
Tim Stockman of Blue Dog Video joined the call. He has reviewed notes from the 5/14/2020 video
script subcommittee meeting and is preparing an outline for our promotional video.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Board Chair Selection
b. Board Vice Chair Selection
A motion was made by Marcia Barnett, second by Clarence McCloud, to appoint Bliss
Jamison as Board Chair and Rebecca Crews as Board Vice Chair. The MOTION was
APPROVED unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan
Klasel, Michael Kelley, and Rebecca Crews
8 -
Absent:Debbie Dolbow1 -
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8. BOARD REPORTS
Bliss Jamison reported that the Volusia County Council approved the commercial space industry
opportunity overlay. Ms. Bergeron added that the City of Edgewater also plans to identify industrial
properties within city limits to expedite zoning to a PUD for businesses related to the space
commerce supply chain in order to assist them in getting up and running more quickly.
A motion was made by Bliss Jamison, second by Marcia Barnett, to support the commercial
space industry opportunity overlay for all industrial properties within city limits of
Edgewater. The MOTION was APPROVED unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Cecil Selman, Clarence McCloud, Todd Perry, Dan Klasel,
Michael Kelley, and Rebecca Crews
8 -
Absent:Debbie Dolbow1 -
9. ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:09 a.m.
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From:Todd Perry <todd.perry.e3zy@statefarm.com>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2020 11:13 AM
RE: Reappointment LettersSubject:
After much thought and consideration I have decided not to request re-appointment to the Edgewater Economic
Development Board. I have thoroughly enjoyed it and glad I was able to serve. Thank you and hope to see you soon!
Todd E. Perry
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From:Debbie Dolbow <debdolbow1@aol.com>
Sent:Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:37 PM
Subject:Re: Reappointment Letters
Good afternoon, Andrea,
It has been a pleasure to serve on the Economic Development Advisory Board.
As my term will expire on September 11, 2020, I request that the Board recommend
me to City Council to serve another term.
Thanks for your time.
Respectfully,
Debbie Dolbow
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Economic Development Board Contacts
9 Member Board (3 - Year Term) - Meets First Wednesday at 8:00 a.m.
Name E-mail Address Term Expires
Bliss Jamison
CHAIR
airpark@cc.rr.com
bliss@masseyproperties.com May 4, 2021
Rebecca Crews
VICE CHAIR rebeccalynncrews@gmail.com July 18, 2022
Marcia Barnett Barnetts4u@aol.com July 18, 2022
Rebecca Crews rebeccalynncrews@gmail.com July 18, 2022
Debbie Dolbow debdolbow1@aol.com September 11, 2020
Michael Kelley mike@cfdflooring.com October 1, 2021
Dan Klasel danklasel@gmail.com October 1, 2021
Clarence McCloud clarence.mccloud@daytonastate.edu July 18, 2022
Todd Perry todd@insurewithtodd.com September 11, 2020
Chip Selman capt.cracker@yahoo.com July 15, 2022
Samantha Bergeron sbergeron@cityofedgewater.org Economic Development and
Parks & Recreation Director
Andrea Simmons asimmons@cityofedgewater.org Board Coordinator
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Edgewater Script V.1
6/29/20
Blue Dog Video
Video
Drone shot coming up river…
Slowly roll in quote over footage:
“When you put your hand in a flowing
stream, you touch the last that has gone
before, and the first of what is still to come.”
- Leonardo DaVinci
Continue drone.
Add in old and new visuals of City of
Edgewater.
Pictures/video of happy people.
“Gateway to the moon” billboard
City of Edgewater sign
Shots from around town
Wipe to map showing location in state
Map shows highways, major cities, ports
and airports
Audio (text)
(Soft flowing music)
THE BANKS OF THE INTRACOASTAL HAVE
SEEN OUR HISTORY, AS IT SLOWLY FLOWS—
… OUR GROWING COMMUNITY
… OUR JOYS…
… OUR TRIUMPHS…
… AND ALONG THIS RIVER… FLOWS YOUR
FUTURE.
DON’T BE FOOLED BY ITS SMALL-TOWN
FEEL… THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, IS
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF AMERICA’S
SPACE COAST. AND ON THE VERY LEADING
EDGE WHEN IT COMES TO TECHNOLOGY
AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY.
“Quote about the opportunities in Edgewater
for businesses.”
WITH ACCESS TO FLORIDA’S HIGHWAYS,
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS AND SEA PORTS,
EDGEWATER IS POSITIONED TO HELP YOUR
BUSINESS GET TO WHERE IT NEEDS TO BE.
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Exteriors of major businesses (Boston
Whaler, etc.)
MAJOR BUSINESSES HAVE ALREADY PAVED
THE WAY. INVESTING IN INFRASTRUCTURE,
SUPPLIER NETWORKS, TECHNOLOGY AND
TRAINING TO CREATE AN ATMOSPHERE OF
GROWTH AND PROSPERITY.
“My name is ______ and I am with Boston
Whaler. Boston whaler is _______. Why
Boston Whaler chose Edgewater. Why
Edgewater is great.”
“My name is ______ and I am with
Doughtery. Doughtery is _______. Why
Doughtery chose Edgewater. Why
Edgewater is great.”
--VIDEO CUT FROM GROUND BREAKING--
THE CITY OF EDGWATER IS WORKING HAND-
IN-HAND WITH BUSINESS LEADERS TO
CREATE BLOSSOMING BUSINESS AND
INDUSTRIAL ZONES. READY-MADE SITES FOR
RELOCATING BUSINESSES OR HELPING NEW
ONES GET A HEAD START.
“Soundbite on how Edgewater is creating
zones and helping to streamline the process
for businesses to come here.”
WHEN YOU INVEST IN EDGEWATER,
EDGEWATER INVESTS IN YOU. YOU AND
YOUR WORK FORCE WILL HAVE ACCESS TO
TOP SCHOOLS, YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES,
AND LIVING THE FLORIDA LIFESTYLE THAT
OTHERS ONLY DREAM ABOUT.
“Soundbite on Edgewater lifestyle.”
INVESTEMENT IN BUILDABLE CORRIDORS…
TECHNOLOGY… TRAINING… IN A LOCATION
THAT IS AS AFFORDABLE AS IT IS BEAUTIFUL…
… THE FURUTE FOR YOUR BUSINESS FLOWS
THROUGH EDGEWATER, FLORIDA.
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