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08-04-2004 , ~ ..""" CITY OF EDGEWATER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING Minutes August 4, 2004 8:00 a.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Joe Martin called to order a regular meeting of the Economic Development Board at 8:0 I A.M., Tuesday, August 4, 2004, in the Community Center. 2. ROLL CALL: Chairman Joe Martin Nora Aly Christopher Balmer Douglas McGinnis Thomas Hamall Oscar Zeller Nancy Freeman Kathy Leonard Fred Fathi Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Absent Also present were Planning and Zoning Board Member Sandy Jones, Business Development Director Shannon Lewis, Southeast V olusia Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Steve Dennis, staff writer Daytona Beach News Journal Lynn Bulmahn, and Board Coordinator Pat Drosten. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 7 , 2004 were presented for approval. MOTION hv Ms. Freeman. SECONDED hv Mr. Balmer to approve the Julv 7.2004 minutes with the followinl! correction: 6. NEW BUSINESS: D. Smart Growth Summary and Recommendations. MOTION bv Ms. Leonard. SECONDED bv Ms. Freeman to send a recommendation to Council to contribute to the Smart Growth study to be conducted bv the University of Florida: MOTION PASSED &4-6-2 MOTION PASSED 8-0 G: \planning\Pat\edb \edb-minutes\2004 \minute080404 .reg.. doc 1 " ~ ....., 4. CITY AND OTHER REPORTS: A. Mayor and Council Update None at this time. R City Manager Update None at this time. C. Planning and Zoning Board Update Ms. Jones reported the P&Z Board agendas have been light, however, they did make a favorable recommendation to City Council regarding the Smart Growth Study funding issue. D. Recreational and Cultural Service Board Update Ms. Aly stated the next meeting will be held Thursday August 12,2004. They are planning for the Grand Opening of the Hawk's Park Amphitheatre to be held on October 25, 2004. E. SEVCC Update. Mr. Dennis confirmed the dates ofthe Small Business Showcase, which will be held at Hidden Lakes on August 12, 2004. The SEVCC will be starting up a membership drive in the near future. Also Mr. Dennis will be representing the V olusia County Chambers regarding the Smart Growth issues. 5. CONTINUED BUSINESS: A. Program of Work 1. Collaborative marketing materials development: a. Stakeholders to be involved; b. Materials to be developed; c. Timetable for development. Discussion ensued regarding who should be involved in the development of marketing as well as what types of materials should be developed. Mr. Dennis stated that the SEV Chamber would be interested in partnering for an exhibit board. Mr. Hamall, Mr. McGinnis, Ms. Leonard and Ms. Aly will work on establishing contact with the other stakeholders and work up a timeline. 2. Research site selection firms and business media to cultivate. Mr. Hamall has put together listings of site selection consultants and possible business media contacts. 3. Develop formats and story lines for future newsletters: a. Insert in City newsletter; b. Special editions to site selectors and business media. There was much discussion concerning how to best develop and distribute an Economic Development newsletter. 6. NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Martin asked for updates on upcoming events. The Board agreed that the Business to Business Expo should be scheduled for mid January, 2005. Tentative dates are January 13 or January 20, 2005. G: \planning\Pat\edb \edb-minutes\2004 \minute080404.reg. .doc 2 ~ '-" ...." 7. CHAIRMAN AND BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/ OTHER REPORTS: Chairman Martin: Attended a bonded warehouse workshop. Oscar Zeller: He and Mr. Balmer have obtained a tentative agreement for space at three upcoming trade shows. Details and firm commitments will be forthcoming. Tom Hamall: Is working on the possibility of bringing a continuing care facility to the community. Shannon Lewis: Presented draft copies ofthe upcoming monthly news brief and asked for assistance in obtaining contact information for distribution as well as content suggestions. 8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made and approved to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:44 A.M. Minutes respectfully submitted by: Pat Drosten, Board Coordinator Economic Development Board G: \planning\Pat\edb \edb-minutes\2004 \minute080404 .reg.. doc 3 Volusia Information Partnership AGENDA August 18, 2004 Volusia Room, Daytona Beach International Airport Daytona Beach, Florida 9:30 a.m. —11:00 a.m. A. Second and Third Quarter Real Estate Journal Distribution B. 2006 Corporate Guide Planning C. Marketing Initiatives for 2004 • Update MD&M East Show, New York, June 2004 • Upcoming Trade Shows =>MD&M, Minneapolis (Oct. 20 & 21) ==>MedTrade, Orlando (Oct. 26-28) D. Small Business Financing Options E. Industrial/Office Park Reviews Electronic Real Estate Program F. Employment Statistics and Trends Radial Studies G. Project Updates H. Partner Updates I. Adjournment 02 The One -Stop Career Center now offers an on-line recruitment service to registered businesses. • Post jobs and hiring requirements on-line • Review applicant skills & experience on a secure Internet site • Receive tickler messages when the system matches an applicant with your job posting �1 E I l r 1 1 OF R GLERA DE WPMLUSIAC LN ",IBOANC. OF il.pGLE0. AND WLU81p COUNTIES INC. To register, please contact the One -Stop Career System's Business Services Unit at (386) 323-7008 www.onestops.com Member: Ph1P167f 11MM From: the Volusia County Department. of Economic Development 112 o: the Economic Development VIP members You are invited to Join us { at the MD&M Minneapolis Exposition ®� Wednesday, October 20 and Thursday, October 21, 2004 Several members of the Volusia County Department of Economic Development will be attending the MD&M Exposition in Minneapolis this October. Wed like to offer you the opportunity to attend the show with us. ^* .i While we will have no booth space reserved, we will be visiting the event and making new key contacts. r� C This is a truly major event in the medical design and manufacturing field. As { one of a lineup of co -located design, manufacturing, plastics processing, and packaging shows, it represents the largest event of its kind in the Midwest. The event will showcase medical device manufacturing industrys top suppliers in these categories: - Contract Manufacturing/Outsourcing - Plastics/Disposable Devices and Diagnostics -Assembly, Manufacturing, and CNC Equitment - Packaging, Sterlization, and Cleanroom Equipment - IVD Suppliers -Motors, Pumps, and Motion Control Materials for Every Application We will provide you free exhibit hall admission, but rooms and all related travel costs will be your responsibility. Please contact Sally Sprague no later than Monday, September SO at (386) 248-8048 for specifics. For additional show information, visit htlp://www.devicelinh.eom/exoe/minnaAL ).J 111e Fverit for lire home Hca1111CA c Indust". Cwainuum of C. ()snboi25, 2004 From: the Volusia County Department of Economic Development To: the Volusia County Economic Development VIP members You are invited to join us in Orlando in our 20x20 prime -traffic booth at the 25th Anniversary Medtrade Expo Tuesday, October 26 through Thursday, October 28, 2004 at the Orange County Convention Center The Volusia County Department of Economic Development has reserved a 20x20 square foot prime -traffic booth. We still have a limited amount of space available, and we'd like to offer you the opportunity to attend the show with us, sharing our space and representing your city! This is a truly major event for the healthcare industry. Medtrade first opened in 1979 and has remained strong throughout economic and leg- islative changes. With its tremendous growth in size and continuous quality over the last 25 years, Medtrede has become the largest international trade - show dedicated to the home healthcare industry. Medtrade provides revolution- ary products, trends and techniques that are shaping the future of the home' healthcare industry. Medtrade offers over 300,000 square feet of everything one can imagine from rehab/mobility and respiratory/sleep equipment to billing systems and store display solutions. This premier event draws over 21,000 Indus" profes- sionals from across the United States and around the world. Anticipated Exhibitor Participation: 850 Anticipated Industry Attendance: 21.000 Please contact Sally Sprague no later than Monday, September 20 at(386) 248.8048 for specifics about free hall admission, participating at our booth, or reserving space within our booth. Ms. Sprague can help you outline your costs. For additional general show information, visit www.medtrade..om Vo(4.,a Coilttf�, F iZ Dsaarua rOF6 DUMQWDBY840FI.19M July 5, 2004 Dew Volusia County Business Leader. The newest issue of our Corporate Crude, Volusia 2005, is now being prepared, and I am inviting you and your company to pericipme! As one of the leading economic development programs in Central Florida, the Volusia County Ewan= Development Department uses the Corporate Guide, volasia as one phase of its awerd-wimuog madcerimg Program to =rut new businesses to our area Thousands of copies will be distributed to companies considering movimg to Volusia, and at high -visibility targeted industry trade shows, as wen as b our own business leaders here in Volusia County. You custom designed message will be among the fiat impressions our pmspective new business leaden have of Volusia County as a can't -be -beat place to live and work! On am behalf, Kristin Brett, form the Maddox Business Report, will be in touch with you within the nest few weeks to work with you to turd the way you can best benefit from a position in this important, high. visability business tool. You marketing budget needs to include Corporate Guide Volusia 2005...because hke Volusia County ...it's the place to be! Sincerely, Richard Michael Director PS - New this year, a great value and a powerful vehicle foryou message: a full page advertoriall To the right is a sample similar to that which we have available foryrm... for one terrific, all Pmclusive price. You need to look at this care ... kt's twice the value at half the cost] J j�Corporate Guide: ' VOLUSIAM Volusia County's industry and business base is growing — particularly in areas such as transportation, tech- nology and professional services, while maintaining a strong presence in manufacturing, finance and trade. Businesses find Volusia an attractive home because of its strong, increasingly diverse economy; its skilled labor force and work ethic; cooperative financing sources; and growing office and industrial space. Business, government and economic development leaders are working closely together to tell Volusia County's story. To help do that, these leaders are committing their resources to develop one primary publication to reach companies that are planning to relocate or expand. (Corporate Guide: VOLUSIA] Corporate Guide. VOLUSIA will be used extensively by these leaders as they help local companies grow and out -of -market companies move here. The Volusia County Department of Economic Development and its partners will be significant users of this new, distinctive marketing tool. Others who will find this an invaluable tool are city officials throughout the county; chambers of commerce; and real estate brokers working with their prospects. Editorial Content Volusia Overview Focus on: Education Government Technology Leading Industries Manufacturing Quality of Life Real Estate Comprehensive directory listings. wrote Guide: VOLUSIA will offer a unique, balanced and targeted distribution both inside and outside market. Companies receiving this publication are major users of all types of business services — iputer hardware and software; once and industrial space; office furniture; staff training and education; I and accounting services; banking, financing and investment services; and company vehicles, to name A company commits a significant amount of money for such services at the time of o move or de Market Corporate Prospects 3,000 Companies Listed in Guide I,000 -Inside Market Decision Makers 1,000 Distribution 5,000 for Corporate Guide: VOLUSIA are available. Please see other side for more information. � Madd=� Kristin Brett Special Pro/acts Manager W180-CW x3W . Mobile, 7271744-2= P O. Box 212 31. 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