10-03-2018104 N. Riverside Drive
Edgewater, FL 32132City of Edgewater
Meeting Minutes
Economic Development Board
8:00 AM Council ChambersWednesday, October 3, 2018
1. CALL TO ORDER
Bliss Jamison, Chair of the Economic Development Board, called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Donna Snow, Cecil Selman, Todd Perry, Debbie Dolbow
and Dan Klasel
Present 7 -
Clarence McCloud and Erik Bon FleurExcused2 -
Samantha BergeronAlso Present 1 -
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AR-2018-3713 Minutes from the September 5, 2018 Economic Development Board Meeting
Economic Development Board Meeting Minutes 09 05 2018Attachments:
A motion was made by Donna Snow, second by Debbie Dolbow, to approve minutes from the
September 5, 2018 Economic Development Board Meeting. The MOTION was
APPROVED unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Donna Snow, Cecil Selman, Todd Perry, Debbie Dolbow,
and Dan Klasel
7 -
Excused:Clarence McCloud, and Erik Bon Fleur2 -
4. NEW BUSINESS
a.AR-2018-3720 Economic Development Budget 2018-2019
Economic Development Budget FY 2018-2019Attachments:
Samantha Bergeron, Director of the Parks & Recreation Department and Economic Development
Coordinator, reported that, in September, City Council approved the proposed Economic
Development Budget. Then, at the October 1, 2018 City Council meeting, the Team Volusia contract
for an executive board member position with a $25,000 investment, which was part of the approved
Economic Development Budget, was also approved. The partnership with the Southeast Volusia
Chamber of Commerce and the Southeast Volusia Marketing Initiative got increased funds in the
budget this year that may help with their new website, advertising, brochures or industry sheets.
Ms. Bergeron reported that the City has received partial hurricane reimbursement from FEMA. With
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this, the docks at Menard May Park and Veterans Park were able to be repaired, loans from
Stormwater and other funds were paid back and some funds were returned to reserves. Next year's
budget will include the complete renovation of Kennedy Park, a $1,400,000 project including a new
boat ramp, new seawalls on the East and South sides and replacement of the fishing pier and
pavilion. The City has received a $320,000 grant for the boat ramp and a $150,000 grant for
seawalls from FIND. Engineering is being worked on and the City plans to obtain bids for the
project by the end of the year.
b.AR-2018-3718 Scholarship Committee Reinstatement
Scholarship Letter from NSB HighAttachments:
Ms. Bergeron reminded the Board that last year the Scholarship Committee ended and that it was
time to get scholarship information to the high school for next year's program. She also reported
that about $10,000 was rolled over from last year's Scholarship Fund.
The annual fundraiser for the Scholarship Fund, the Princess Ball, has been scheduled for February
9, 2019. New decorations will be required along with ticket printing. Ms. Bergeron suggested
reinstating the Scholarship Committee in order to stay ahead of deadlines and to be ready when
applications begin being submitted. Debbie Dolbow, Dan Klasel and Todd Perry volunteered to
participate on the Scholarship Committee.
A motion was made by Donna Snow, second by Marcia Barnett, to reinstate the Scholarship
Committee. The MOTION was APPROVED unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Donna Snow, Cecil Selman, Todd Perry, Debbie Dolbow,
and Dan Klasel
7 -
Excused:Clarence McCloud, and Erik Bon Fleur2 -
c.AR-2018-3717 Ecotourism Subcommittee Reinstatement
Paddling Trails Designation Application
State Designated Paddling Trails Guidelines
Florida Trail Town Assessment
Attachments:
Bliss Jamison reminded the board that the Ecotourism Subcommittee's efforts encompassed the
paddling trails, the state designated trails and the Blueway Community designation. Ms. Bergeron
added that the subcommittee previously met with local boaters and representatives from the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection's Greenways and Trails. The next step is to obtain that
designation as a way to put Edgewater on the map with the state parks program. This is in
alignment with the Economic Development strategy. Ms. Bergeron suggested putting the
subcommittee back together to work on the Greenways and Trails designation as well as an
additional designation as a Florida Trail Town.
Chip Selman and Todd Perry volunteered for the Ecotourism Subcommittee and Erik Bon Fleur was
nominated to be appointed in absentia.
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A motion was made by Marcia Barnett, second by Donna Snow, to reinstate the Ecotourism
Subcommittee. The MOTION was APPROVED unanimously.
Yes:Bliss Jamison, Marcia Barnett, Donna Snow, Cecil Selman, Todd Perry, Debbie Dolbow,
and Dan Klasel
7 -
Excused:Clarence McCloud, and Erik Bon Fleur2 -
d.AR-2018-3719 SEVMI Website Unveiling 11/12/2018
Bliss Jamison announced that the new Southeast Volusia Marketing Initiative website will be unveiled
at the November 12, 2018 City Council meeting and invited all board members to attend. The
meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
Ms. Jamison reported that the Southeast Volusia Marketing Initiative strategic plan is currently being
updated. Ms. Bergeron noted that many things have grown from partnership meetings with the three
cities working together. For example, the City of Oak Hill now has a true Economic Development
Advisory Board. Their Economic Development Plan was just completed and they are applying for
grants for infrastructure. All three cities are working together well.
5. OTHER BUSINESS - None at this time
6. REPORTS
Ms. Jamison reported that work has started on the widening of County Road - Park Avenue to three
lanes from Dale to Mission, which will be a big help to Parktowne Industrial Center.
Bob Andrejkovics, of 331 Admiralty Court in Edgewater, reported that there will be a Hob Nob at
the Brannon Center in New Smyrna Beach on October 10, 2018, from5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with an
extensive list of at least 28 candidates appearing. There will be a table there to answer questions and
provide clarification on the 13 amendments that will be on the upcoming ballot.
7. ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:34 a.m.
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