City of Chillicothe Economic Development Committee met Jan. 10.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
The ED committee met on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Present in person: Chairman Connor, Alderperson Gehrig, Alderperson Jeff Jenkins, Alderperson Sharp, Economic Development Director Amanda Beadles and Mayor Hughes
Public Comment:
Brady Miller was in the audience and discussed the increased expenses for the Carnegie Hotel. He asked the committee if they would consider waiving the permit fees to offset some of the expenses. The consensus of the committee was to defer to the February meeting.
PURPOSE:
Budget Review
Director Beadles presented the December budget. She discussed the balances for the TIF Central program, HELP loan balance, façade balances for TIF Business Façade and General Façade (including the payouts), pending payouts and the consultant's budget.
2023-2024 Budget
Director Beadles discussed the 2023-2024 budget. She stated the TIF Plaza needed to be closed. Consensus of the committee was for the Mayor to call the attorney for next steps to close.
Delinquent HELP Loans
Director Beadles presented the delinquent HELP loans. Discussion ensued. The consensus of the committee was to have the Mayor reach out to Kevin regarding the update on the owner of the business formerly at 806 N Second Street and the 1249 4th Street property Foreclosure.
HELP Loan Request - Chris Adkinson
Director Beadles reported to the committee that she met with Chris Adkinson that afternoon and his HELP loan paperwork was not complete. He is planning to complete and have ready at the March meeting. The consensus of the committee was to have the Mayor discuss with the attorney the best way to move forward with the 1249 4th Street property HELP loan.
822 4th Street & 314 Walnut Street
Director Beadles reported the attorney working on the paperwork to purchase and she had notified the seller. She asked the committee if they were interested in keeping the fence. Discussion ensued. The consensus of the committee was to demo the fence. Discussion took place over the memorial plaque for the property. The consensus of the committee was to have Director Beadles discuss the memorial plaque placement with the current owners.
Resolution in support of TIF - IML Request
Director Beadles presented the IML request for a resolution supporting TIF. She stated Brad Cole had sent an email requesting municipalities to adopt resolutions in support of tax increment financing. Discussion ensued. The consensus of the committee was to forward to council for approval.
Christmas Decorations
Director Beadles reported and Sandi Level expressed an interest in having the City purchase unlit snowflakes for the Downtown light poles. Director Beadles stated the Historic Downtown light poles did not have an electrical outlet in which to plug in the lighted decorations. The snowflakes were looked in to, but unlit snowflakes are not available at this time. Consensus of the committee was to have Alderperson Conner and Director Beadles meet to discuss other Christmas decoration options.
Grant Updates
DCEO HR220075 - $400,000 – No grant update at this time.
DCEO SR220071 - $250,000 – No grant update at this time.
CDBG - Public Infrastructure Grant - Director Beadles reported she and Dr. Culbertson would be working with the engineers to complete the project scope and funding so it would be ready the 2024 funding.
Update - M&T Commission
Town Theatre Request - Director Beadles presented the invoice for the Town theatre. The consensus of the committee was to forward to council for approval.
Rotary Club of Chillicothe Request - Director Beadles presented the invoice for Rotary. The consensus of the committee was to approve the donation.
SUMMARY
Chairperson Action
Council Agenda Items
Resolution in support of TIF - IML Request
Town Theatre Request
Meeting adjourned at 5:44pm
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