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CITY OF EDGEWATER
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
July 3, 2002
8:00 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Thomas Alcorn called to order a regular meeting ofthe Economic Development Board at
8: 00 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in the Community Center.
ROLL CALL:
Members present were Chairman Thomas Alcorn, Thomas McKinley, Adelaide Carter, Joe Martin
and Douglas McGinnis. Also present were Staff Contact Liz McBride, Chief Planner Darren Lear,
CRA/Grant Administrator Lynne Plaskett, Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce Executive
Director Steve Dennis, Councilman Jim Brown, News Journal staff writer Mike Giusty, Observer
staff writer Sylvan McElroy, and Board Coordinator Pat Drosten. Nora Aly, Christopher Balmer,
and Michael Wilson were excused. Roland Bazin submitted his resignation from the Board due to
family medical problems. Chairman Alcorn asked Ms. McBride to send a letter to Mr. Bazin,
thanking him for his service to the Board.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes for May 1, 2002, were presented to the Board for approval. There being no corrections
or changes, Ms. Carter moved to approve the minutes as presented, second by Mr. McGinnis.
Motion CARRIED 5-0.
CITY AND OTHER REPORTS:
A. City of Edgewater - Darren Lear, Chief Planner, reported that final plat approval for the San
Remo Subdivision would be heard before the Planning and Zoning Board in July and would then be
going to City Council for approval. Additionally, the brochures from V olusia County Economic
Development are being finalized and should be available within the next few months. Steve Dennis,
Southeast V olusia Chamber of Commerce Executive Director informed the Board that the City of
Edgewater brochure as well as the Countywide Business Assistance Brochures were in the process of
being developed. He also stated that the City of Edge water CD's would be arriving on July 15 and
would be presented to City Council on that date.
CONTINUED BUSINESS:
A. Discuss Draft Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for ParkTowne
Industrial Center - Chairman Alcorn gave a brief history and update on ParkTowne Industrial
Center. CRA/Grant Administrator Lynne Plaskett went over the changes made to the Draft. Much
discussion ensued concerning issues of Landscaping, Signs, Parking, Building Style/Materials,
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Lighting, Permitted Uses, and Association Details. Mr. Martin expressed a desire to see reduced
landscaping and building esthetic requirements for developments in "Section D" of the Park. He feels
that because of the location of this area between the FEC Railroad and the containment site, the
requirements should be less restrictive. There was also discussion concerning the flexibility of
permitted and prohibited uses in the various sections. The Board tasked Ms. Plaskett with making the
suggested changes and presenting the draft to City Council after approval by the City Attorney.
B. Payment of Advertisement for Indian River Sport Fishing Tournament ($250) -
Chairman Alcorn refreshed the Board concerning the agreement between the Board and the
Tournament promoters to reimburse the Tournament $250 for advertising cost with the intent to
promote Edgewater. The advertisement failed to do this and did not mention the Boards sponsorship
of the event. The consensus was that the promoters did not meet the intent of the agreement.
Mr. Martin motioned to deny the request for payment, Mr. McGinnis seconded Motion carried 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Budget for FY 2002/2003 - Ms. McBride informed the Board that there was currently no
money in the proposed budget for the Board. City Council will hold a workshop concerning the
budget on Monday, July 8th at 6:30 pm. The Board discussed the necessity for funds to help
promote Economic Development, particularly since the Board has been tasked with assisting in
the marketing of Park Towne Industrial Center. After much discussion, Mr. Dennis suggested
that the Board ask Council for some time so that they may present a "Program of Work" which
will describe what the Board wishes to accomplish and a request for a dollar amount to be
allotted the Board in pursuit of this Program. Chairman Alcorn agreed to address Council and
Mr. Dennis offered to assist in developing an outline for the Program of Work.
Mr. Martin stated that the Board may have some leverage concerning the budget by developing a
kit for local Industrial Leaders, acting as ambassadors for the Board to distribute at trade shows
and expo's they attend. These kits could include the brochures and CD the City will be obtaining.
CHAIRMAN AND BOARD MEMBERS REPORTS:
A- Chairman - Medical Supply Company - Chairman Alcorn informed the Board that he has been
working with a Medical Supply Company that is considering moving into the area. They are
looking at 2 existing buildings, one of which is located in the City of Edge water. The company
plans to employ approximately 100 people with a minimum salary around $15.00 per hour. Most
of the employees would be hired from the local area.
Mr. Martin brought up the option of developing an inventory of spec buildings at ParkTowne
Industrial Center to market to businesses that are looking to move into already developed
property.
Ms. Carter stated that the Parks and Recreation Department have changed their name to Leisure
Services. The YMCA swimming pool is opening this month and the ballparks are nearing
completion.
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Mr. Martin discussed the need to rethink the issue Ad Valorem Tax Exemption. He feels the Board
needs to look at this as an economic development tool in promoting the City to businesses. Chairman
Alcorn asked Mr. Martin to present this issue again to the Board. He also mentioned Free Trade
Zones as something the City may wish to consider.
Mr. McGinnis will be attending the upcoming Fancy Foods Trade Show in New York and
encouraged any Board member who might be in New York during this time of year to attend.
Interested parties can see him for passes.
Chairman Alcorn asked that the Business-to- Business Expo and the Awards dinner be placed on next
month's agenda.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made and approved to
adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:20 a.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Pat Drosten, Board Coordinator
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