CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Absent (excused)
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Absent (excused)
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, August 28, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by John Dudas to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated August 28, 2008, as amended. Motion seconded by Mark Hartz.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
Rene Daniel, Leasing Manager for the Lakeland Station Mall, is the confirmed speaker for the October 9, 2008, Lakeland Chamber luncheon meeting at Stonebridge Clubhouse.
Nominations for Chamber officers will be open at the October meeting. The election will be held at the November meeting.
The September Chamber meeting was held at Lakeland Chiropractic. It was well attended (40 -50 people).
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were five (5) new businesses reported operating in Lakeland since the August 28, 2008, meeting. Chairman Lawrence will forward contact information to the Lakeland Chamber.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Discussion on new land development regulations deferred to Old Business.
J Higbee reported City permit levels are operating at less than one-half or one-third of last year’s rates.
There were no submittals for the August MPC Agenda.
Five projects were submitted in September:
● Meadows of Lakeland Secondary Detailed Development Plan
● Waters Edge Preliminary Subdivision Plat
● Harding Academy Planned Development
● Lakeland Commons Planned Development revision
● Arcadia Planned Residential Development revision
The next MPC meeting is Monday, October 20, 2008.
One project that was approved for 60 lots in phase 1 has been reduced to 30 lots.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
No further updates.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on new land development regulations. (Lawrence)
Following discussion, Connie Hess moved to put forth a Resolution from the Economic Development Commission as written. Motion seconded by Joshua Roman.
John Dudas moved to amend the second to last paragraph of the Resolution to read:
"The question of viability of specific types of standalone or mixed use convenience, neighborhood, and community shopping centers remains a concern which needs further research. The EDC requests that the Municipal Planning Commission instruct Farr & Associates to provide further evidence of the viability of proposed retail commercial development types such as corner stores, Type III and IV neighborhood centers, and Type V shopping centers be required before adoption of the new regulations could be considered.”
Motion to amend seconded by Shirlee Clark.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Motion by Shirlee Clark to strike the last paragraph from the Resolution. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence. Connie Hess called for a vote on motion to strike the last paragraph from the Resolution.
Motion carried, roll call vote. 6-1-0 Shirlee Clark Yea
John Dudas Yea
Mark Hartz Yea
Connie Hess Nay
Mark Lawrence Yea
Joshua Roman Yea
Pamela Womack Yea
Main motion carried as amended, roll call vote. 7-0-0
Shirlee Clark Yea
John Dudas Yea
Mark Hartz Yea
Connie Hess Yea
Mark Lawrence Yea
Joshua Roman Yea
Pamela Womack Yea
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Lakeland WiFi is up and running! Wireless internet service is available at City Hall and City Hall Park. Video surveillance is operating at City Hall Park.
City of Lakeland Phone Directory will be out in two-three weeks.
Friday, October 3, 5:30 PM, Lakeland Family Night - bicycle derby and movie.
Tuesday, December 2, 6:30 PM, Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Club Windward.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Mark Hartz moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
These minutes were approved October 23, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES - THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:36 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Absent (Excused)
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (Excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent (Excused)
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, July 24, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve by acclamation the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated July 24, 2008, as amended.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
The next Chamber meeting will be an after-hours mixer and ribbon cutting Thursday, September 11, at Lakeland Chiropractic, 8950 Highway 64, Suite 109. The speaker will be Dr. Darrin Jessup.
Rene Daniel, Leasing Manager for the Lakeland Station Mall, will be the speaker for the October 9 lunch meeting. Ms. Daniel will bring a Lakeland Station floor plan and list of tenants.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were six new businesses reported operating in Lakeland since the July 24, 2008, meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
J Higbee provided a written report of MPC projects. He noted that MPC recommended denial on the Lakeland Commons project which will proceed to the BOC.
Work continues on the new land development regulations with the Advisory Committee. Since there are no submittals for the September MPC meeting, Mr. Higbee is considering bringing some discussion items on the land development regulations to the Planning Commission.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
No report given.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion of New Land Development Regulations. (Lawrence)
General discussion regarding the pros and cons of the proposals laid out in the new regulations.
Discussion on the welfare of the City and its revenue generating capabilities. At capacity, currently designated and reasonably well-developed I-40/Canada Road Interchange and Highway 64 could generate revenue to sustain the City of Lakeland to some point into the future. There is a huge footprint with the Lakeland Station Mall and on Highway 64. Areas of Lakeland may be underserved, but as a whole, Lakeland will be over-served when developments reach capacity.
The discussion continued regarding the place of neighborhood support centers and neighborhood shopping centers in the overall plan.
This item concluded with discussion regarding EDC involvement in recommendations to Boards regarding the viability of new regulations.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
These minutes were approved September 25, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:36 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Absent (Excused)
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (Excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent (Excused)
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, July 24, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve by acclamation the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated July 24, 2008, as amended.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
The next Chamber meeting will be an after-hours mixer and ribbon cutting Thursday, September 11, at Lakeland Chiropractic, 8950 Highway 64, Suite 109. The speaker will be Dr. Darrin Jessup.
Rene Daniel, Leasing Manager for the Lakeland Station Mall, will be the speaker for the October 9 lunch meeting. Ms. Daniel will bring a Lakeland Station floor plan and list of tenants.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were six new businesses reported operating in Lakeland since the July 24, 2008, meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
J Higbee provided a written report of MPC projects. He noted that MPC recommended denial on the Lakeland Commons project which will proceed to the BOC.
Work continues on the new land development regulations with the Advisory Committee. Since there are no submittals for the September MPC meeting, Mr. Higbee is considering bringing some discussion items on the land development regulations to the Planning Commission.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
No report given.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion of New Land Development Regulations. (Lawrence)
General discussion regarding the pros and cons of the proposals laid out in the new regulations.
Discussion on the welfare of the City and its revenue generating capabilities. At capacity, currently designated and reasonably well-developed I-40/Canada Road Interchange and Highway 64 could generate revenue to sustain the City of Lakeland to some point into the future. There is a huge footprint with the Lakeland Station Mall and on Highway 64. Areas of Lakeland may be underserved, but as a whole, Lakeland will be over-served when developments reach capacity.
The discussion continued regarding the place of neighborhood support centers and neighborhood shopping centers in the overall plan.
This item concluded with discussion regarding EDC involvement in recommendations to Boards regarding the viability of new regulations.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
These minutes were approved September 25, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, JULY 24, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent (excused)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, June 26, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve by acclamation the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 26, 2008, as written.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
The Lakeland Chamber will meet Thursday, August 14, at 11:30 a.m. at the Stonebridge Clubhouse. The guest speaker will be the Coordinator of the Lakeland Area Phone Directory project.
Future speakers will be Rene Daniel, Leasing Manager for the Lakeland Station Mall, and for November, the tentative speaker is local author Ed Horrell.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were four new businesses reported operating in Lakeland since the June 26, 2008, meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
The Municipal Planning Commission approved the Final Site Plan for the Canada Woods Commercial project on July 21, 2008.
Both the Kensington Manor Construction Plans and the Herons Ridge Sections C&D Construction Plans were postponed.
The Final Site Plan for the Lakeland Station project was approved March 17, 2008. The applicant is considering changes to the plan at this time.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
No activity; no date for next meeting.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update on International Council of Shopping Centers Idea Exchange. (Clark)
Ms. Clark provided a report on the conference. Two things she came away with were: the opportunity we have to create a different community which, considering the current economic environment will require patience and the attraction for retail is roof tops and daytime population.
Following general discussion, Boyd Ruppelt made a motion that the first step would be to study the disk and get an agreement as to where we want to go in respect to what is being presented for development. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Mark Lawrence moved to amend the original motion to include the following “to adopt a work session as the Agenda for the next scheduled meeting”. Amendment to motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
Motion to adopt a work session as the Agenda for the next scheduled meeting and to study the disk and get an agreement as to where we want to go in respect to what is being presented for development. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. *Discussion on WiFi Project. (Roman)
Motion made by Connie Hess to schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony and notify The Memphis Business Journal, any appropriate TV channels, Citywatch, and Qnet when we find out a date WiFi will be operational. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Mark Lawrence moved to amend the original motion to include “publicize as widely as possible once a date is established announcing the implementation of wireless public access in the City of Lakeland”. Amendment to motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
Motion to schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony publicizing as widely as possible once a date is established announcing the implementation of wireless public access in the City of Lakeland. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Josh Roman announced his membership on the Executive Board of the Shelby County Chamber Alliance and encouraged the group to contact him with questions or for additional information.
The WiFi equipment is in and installation will begin this week. A “go-live” date will be announced.
*Motion made by Josh Roman to add “discussion on WiFi Project” as New Business, Item 1. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
These minutes were approved August 28, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent (excused)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, June 26, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve by acclamation the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 26, 2008, as written.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
The Lakeland Chamber will meet Thursday, August 14, at 11:30 a.m. at the Stonebridge Clubhouse. The guest speaker will be the Coordinator of the Lakeland Area Phone Directory project.
Future speakers will be Rene Daniel, Leasing Manager for the Lakeland Station Mall, and for November, the tentative speaker is local author Ed Horrell.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were four new businesses reported operating in Lakeland since the June 26, 2008, meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
The Municipal Planning Commission approved the Final Site Plan for the Canada Woods Commercial project on July 21, 2008.
Both the Kensington Manor Construction Plans and the Herons Ridge Sections C&D Construction Plans were postponed.
The Final Site Plan for the Lakeland Station project was approved March 17, 2008. The applicant is considering changes to the plan at this time.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
No activity; no date for next meeting.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update on International Council of Shopping Centers Idea Exchange. (Clark)
Ms. Clark provided a report on the conference. Two things she came away with were: the opportunity we have to create a different community which, considering the current economic environment will require patience and the attraction for retail is roof tops and daytime population.
Following general discussion, Boyd Ruppelt made a motion that the first step would be to study the disk and get an agreement as to where we want to go in respect to what is being presented for development. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Mark Lawrence moved to amend the original motion to include the following “to adopt a work session as the Agenda for the next scheduled meeting”. Amendment to motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
Motion to adopt a work session as the Agenda for the next scheduled meeting and to study the disk and get an agreement as to where we want to go in respect to what is being presented for development. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. *Discussion on WiFi Project. (Roman)
Motion made by Connie Hess to schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony and notify The Memphis Business Journal, any appropriate TV channels, Citywatch, and Qnet when we find out a date WiFi will be operational. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Mark Lawrence moved to amend the original motion to include “publicize as widely as possible once a date is established announcing the implementation of wireless public access in the City of Lakeland”. Amendment to motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
Motion to schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony publicizing as widely as possible once a date is established announcing the implementation of wireless public access in the City of Lakeland. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Josh Roman announced his membership on the Executive Board of the Shelby County Chamber Alliance and encouraged the group to contact him with questions or for additional information.
The WiFi equipment is in and installation will begin this week. A “go-live” date will be announced.
*Motion made by Josh Roman to add “discussion on WiFi Project” as New Business, Item 1. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
Motion Carried. Voice vote. All in favor.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
These minutes were approved August 28, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Friday, August 1, 2008
Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes - June 26, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m., Thursday, June 26, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent (excused)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Absent (excused)
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Members of the Public Attending:
Fred Harris
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to amend the Agenda to add New Business, Item #1“Discussion and possible action on the Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off.”
Approved by acclamation.
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, May 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 22, 2008, as written.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Fred Harris, 6811 Briarmeadows spoke in favor of land development and expressed his concern that the new guidelines for rezoning might hamper development so it becomes economically infeasible to be able to do the job right.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
Mr. Lawrence distributed a current listing of Chamber members.
The board continues to focus on growth and publicity to get Chamber information out to businesses.
Chamber meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month beginning in August. The August meeting will be a luncheon. The speaker will be a healthcare practitioner speaking on Back-to-School & Employment Stress or a representative from the Lakeland Outlet mall.
A letter inviting Developers to join the Chamber is being drafted. New businesses are being contacted by the Chamber’s Membership Associate.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were four new businesses reported since the May 22, 2008 meeting.
A copy of Chapter 3, Business Tax Act, from the Lakeland Municipal Code was included in response to the question about businesses located outside Lakeland City limits possessing a City of Lakeland Business License. Chapter 3 confirms that a company or organization conducting business within the city limits of the City of Lakeland must obtain a Business License.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Growth Management Director, J Higbee, provided a printed report of MPC Projects. Mr. Higbee also provided a Retail Report about the new regulations and three maps regarding traffic counts.
Mr. Higbee noted one correction on page 1 of the MPC Projects Report included in the EDC Agenda packet. Kensington Manor Phase 1 has 61 lots not 72 lots.
Farr & Associates will return in July for another round of discussions with the Advisory Committee. Another round of public meetings will be held with additional documents being released.
The EDC will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 24, following the regular EDC meeting. The goal of the meeting is to discuss information submitted by FARR, determine if it is economically feasible, formulate resolutions, and generate recommendations to the MPC.
Ms. Hess and Ms. Womack will meet with Mr. Higbee to come up with a base definition of levels 3, 4, & 5 and criteria for the Special Meeting.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
The Corner Shops has 12-14 bays available. Mr. Lawrence has requested suggestions from the RDT for points of contact for spaces in the Corner Shops.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
strong>VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off.
(Lawrence)
The Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off is a regional forum showcasing businesses and business properties throughout the mid-south. The City has agreed to fund two representatives from the City of Lakeland to attend.
Mr. Wherry provided information on the International Conference of Shopping Centers Conference July 17 & 18 in Nashville. Schedule permitting, Shirlee Clark will attend the conference on behalf of the Economic Development Commission.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
These minutes were approved July 24, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m., Thursday, June 26, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent (excused)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Absent (excused)
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Members Present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Members of the Public Attending:
Fred Harris
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to amend the Agenda to add New Business, Item #1“Discussion and possible action on the Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off.”
Approved by acclamation.
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, May 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 22, 2008, as written.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Fred Harris, 6811 Briarmeadows spoke in favor of land development and expressed his concern that the new guidelines for rezoning might hamper development so it becomes economically infeasible to be able to do the job right.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
Mr. Lawrence distributed a current listing of Chamber members.
The board continues to focus on growth and publicity to get Chamber information out to businesses.
Chamber meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month beginning in August. The August meeting will be a luncheon. The speaker will be a healthcare practitioner speaking on Back-to-School & Employment Stress or a representative from the Lakeland Outlet mall.
A letter inviting Developers to join the Chamber is being drafted. New businesses are being contacted by the Chamber’s Membership Associate.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were four new businesses reported since the May 22, 2008 meeting.
A copy of Chapter 3, Business Tax Act, from the Lakeland Municipal Code was included in response to the question about businesses located outside Lakeland City limits possessing a City of Lakeland Business License. Chapter 3 confirms that a company or organization conducting business within the city limits of the City of Lakeland must obtain a Business License.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Growth Management Director, J Higbee, provided a printed report of MPC Projects. Mr. Higbee also provided a Retail Report about the new regulations and three maps regarding traffic counts.
Mr. Higbee noted one correction on page 1 of the MPC Projects Report included in the EDC Agenda packet. Kensington Manor Phase 1 has 61 lots not 72 lots.
Farr & Associates will return in July for another round of discussions with the Advisory Committee. Another round of public meetings will be held with additional documents being released.
The EDC will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 24, following the regular EDC meeting. The goal of the meeting is to discuss information submitted by FARR, determine if it is economically feasible, formulate resolutions, and generate recommendations to the MPC.
Ms. Hess and Ms. Womack will meet with Mr. Higbee to come up with a base definition of levels 3, 4, & 5 and criteria for the Special Meeting.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
The Corner Shops has 12-14 bays available. Mr. Lawrence has requested suggestions from the RDT for points of contact for spaces in the Corner Shops.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
strong>VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off.
(Lawrence)
The Mid-South Fall Retailer Kick-Off is a regional forum showcasing businesses and business properties throughout the mid-south. The City has agreed to fund two representatives from the City of Lakeland to attend.
Mr. Wherry provided information on the International Conference of Shopping Centers Conference July 17 & 18 in Nashville. Schedule permitting, Shirlee Clark will attend the conference on behalf of the Economic Development Commission.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
These minutes were approved July 24, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Friday, July 18, 2008
Economic Development Commission Meeting, May 22, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:3o p.m., Thursday, May 22, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present (via telephone)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent (excused)
City of Lakeland staff members present:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated April 24, 2008, as written. Seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Lawrence)
The April Chamber meeting was held at Winstead Farms. It was well-attended and there was good discussion.
The next meeting will be Thursday, June 12. DeDe Malmo will be invited to speak regarding the Corner Shops project.
Meeting attendance ranges from 15-25.
The Chamber will send letters to developers encouraging them to become Chamber members.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were three new businesses since the April 24, 2008 meeting.
A question was raised regarding new business licenses issued to businesses located outside the City of Lakeland.
Clarification is needed regarding the release of telephone numbers for the new businesses.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Growth Management Director, J Higbee, provided a printed report of MPC Projects.
Mr. Higbee reported applications were received for SDDPs for The Meadows and Equestria.
More documentation will be available on the code project. Mr. Higbee will try to broadcast the information through another round of public meetings within the next 60-90 days.
Weekly Planner Q&A meetings were attended by public the first four to six weeks but the last four weeks, no one has attended.
Following general discussion regarding the code re-write project, type-three subdivisions (a minority of the overall recommendation for the City of Lakeland which would be the “new urbanism” piece of it), and sustainability of residential support centers, Joshua Roman moved to table the discussion until members have had the opportunity to do additional research. Motion seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
The team has not met; however, several members have participated in Public Meetings.
Inquiries were made regarding the status of the I-40 and Canada Road Interchange project. Chairman Lawrence will follow up with the City Manager and City Engineer.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Joshua Roman moved to adjourn the meeting. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
These minutes were approved June 26, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Friday, June 13, 2008
Economic Development Commission Meeting, Thursday, April 24, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:3o p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present (arrived at 6:41 p.m.)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland staff members present:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Others attending:
Rudolph Jones
Susan Jones
Jennifer Mizrahi
Nikki Wheetley
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 27, 2008, as written. Seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
Mark Lawrence reported the Chamber Board met on Wednesday, April 23. The board decided to return to monthly meetings. They discussed compiling a position description for a part-time person to work on Chamber business.
Mr. Lawrence reported Chamber membership is stable with 38 active members.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the March 27, 2008 EDC meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Deferred to New Business #1 “Presentation regarding new land development regulations”.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
Chairman Lawrence welcomed members of the Retail Development Team to the meeting.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update and possible recommendation on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman/Wherry)
Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project was approved by Board of Commissioners, April 3, 2008.
Discussion only. No action required. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation regarding new land development regulations by J Higbee. (Lawrence)
Mr. Higbee referred the group to handouts provided in the packet. He estimated the project would take an additional four to six months before it is completed. Mr. Higbee provided a detailed presentation and addressed questions and comments concerning the new land development regulations project.
Discussion only. No action required. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
These minutes were approved May 22, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:3o p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present (arrived at 6:41 p.m.)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Absent (excused)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland staff members present:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Others attending:
Rudolph Jones
Susan Jones
Jennifer Mizrahi
Nikki Wheetley
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 27, 2008, as written. Seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
Mark Lawrence reported the Chamber Board met on Wednesday, April 23. The board decided to return to monthly meetings. They discussed compiling a position description for a part-time person to work on Chamber business.
Mr. Lawrence reported Chamber membership is stable with 38 active members.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the March 27, 2008 EDC meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Deferred to New Business #1 “Presentation regarding new land development regulations”.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
Chairman Lawrence welcomed members of the Retail Development Team to the meeting.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update and possible recommendation on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman/Wherry)
Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project was approved by Board of Commissioners, April 3, 2008.
Discussion only. No action required. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation regarding new land development regulations by J Higbee. (Lawrence)
Mr. Higbee referred the group to handouts provided in the packet. He estimated the project would take an additional four to six months before it is completed. Mr. Higbee provided a detailed presentation and addressed questions and comments concerning the new land development regulations project.
Discussion only. No action required. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
These minutes were approved May 22, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Thursday, May 15, 2008
EDC MEETING MINUTES, MARCH 27, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m., Thursday, March 27, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Absent (excused)
Shirlee Clark Absent (excused)
John Dudas Present (via telephone)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Absent (excused)
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent (excused)
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Motion made by Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, February 28, 2008, 6:30 p.m. as written. Seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Nikki Wheetley, 3296 Glenhill Lane, spoke regarding Old Business Item #1, Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. Ms. Wheetley provided the Board with information on an additional Wi-Fi service provider.
(See Attachment)
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
No report.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the February 28, 2008 meeting.
Clarification on the type of service provided by “N-Hance” (a business included on the New Businesses Report dated January 18, 2008) which is a remodeling and refinishing business.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
A printed report dated March 21, 2008, was included in the EDC Agenda packet. Mr. Higbee noted that the projects contained in the report have already been in the loop since the previous Economic Development Commission meeting.
A Pre-application Conference was held regarding a 102-acre site at Canada Road and I-40 for a proposed mixed use development. It is not known when or if it will be filed. The applicant was advised to wait until the new regulations are done.
Mr. Higbee answered questions regarding the developments contained in the Planning Department Report dated March 21, 2008.
Mr. Higbee directed the group to the Planning Department Announcements page located in the Announcement Section of the packet. The report contains the dates of the April meetings regarding the new land development regulations.
Mr. Higbee commented briefly about the public meetings for the new land regulations. Every meeting is a public meeting, and the public is invited to come and interact. The meetings listed for Boards and Commissions are designed to get interaction with them. They will receive an overview of the project and will also cover issues specific to the individual boards. The Builders/Developers meeting is designed to get interaction with Builders and Developers. The public meeting on April 23 and Planner Q&A meeting are for “all-comers”.
FARR and Associates met with the Advisory Committee on March 25. The discussion focused primarily on new zoning districts, permitted uses within the zoning districts, and building types. Previously, the committee received information about subdivision types and conservation methods. In May or June FARR will be bringing in street types and details such as landscaping and parking.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
Mr. Lawrence reported fielding questions from team members who received the training to use the Claritas Demographic Marketing Database and Crittenden Retailer Database. The team will meet soon to discuss retail space availability with the Lakeland Station re-development project and the Corner Shops project.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update and possible recommendation on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman/Wherry)
Josh Roman provided a brief overview of the project. Following Mr. Roman’s presentation, Forest Man of Critical Edge Technology, LLC, provided additional information and answered questions presented by the Board.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to relax the rules and entertain questions from the audience. Seconded by Vice-Mayor Hartz.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Following general discussion, Josh Roman moved to recommend that the Board of Commissioners approve this Wi-Fi Surveillance Project with a maximum budget of $80,000 to allow the City Manager to negotiate pricing and determine best hosting options. Seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, role call vote, 5-0-0
John Dudas Yea
Mark Hartz Yea
Mark Lawrence Yea
Joshua Roman Yea
Boyd Ruppelt Yea
2. Presentation and possible action on Lakeland Commons Site & Occupancy Planning by Cory Brady. (Lawrence)
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to remove Old Business Item 2 and postpone any further discussion indefinitely until such point as the Municipal Planning Commission would raise Lakeland Commons. Seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, Hartz, Lawrence, Roman and Ruppelt in favor; Dudas abstained.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Chairman Lawrence referred the group to the schedule of the upcoming public meetings regarding the new land development regulations contained in the packet encouraging individuals to attend when possible.
Vice-Mayor Hartz encouraged the group to visit Yume Sushiya located at 8950 Highway 64 in Lakeland.
John Dudas asked if there was any new information on the I-40 Interchange project. The City has contacted Representative Blackburn’s office and asked for assistance in getting rapid federal review. Kimley-Horne will submit the design criteria/specifications to TDOT to present to federal representatives to help expedite the process.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mark Lawrence seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
These minutes were approved April 24, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m., Thursday, March 27, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Absent (excused)
Shirlee Clark Absent (excused)
John Dudas Present (via telephone)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Absent (excused)
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent (excused)
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Motion made by Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, February 28, 2008, 6:30 p.m. as written. Seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Nikki Wheetley, 3296 Glenhill Lane, spoke regarding Old Business Item #1, Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. Ms. Wheetley provided the Board with information on an additional Wi-Fi service provider.
(See Attachment)
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
No report.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the February 28, 2008 meeting.
Clarification on the type of service provided by “N-Hance” (a business included on the New Businesses Report dated January 18, 2008) which is a remodeling and refinishing business.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
A printed report dated March 21, 2008, was included in the EDC Agenda packet. Mr. Higbee noted that the projects contained in the report have already been in the loop since the previous Economic Development Commission meeting.
A Pre-application Conference was held regarding a 102-acre site at Canada Road and I-40 for a proposed mixed use development. It is not known when or if it will be filed. The applicant was advised to wait until the new regulations are done.
Mr. Higbee answered questions regarding the developments contained in the Planning Department Report dated March 21, 2008.
Mr. Higbee directed the group to the Planning Department Announcements page located in the Announcement Section of the packet. The report contains the dates of the April meetings regarding the new land development regulations.
Mr. Higbee commented briefly about the public meetings for the new land regulations. Every meeting is a public meeting, and the public is invited to come and interact. The meetings listed for Boards and Commissions are designed to get interaction with them. They will receive an overview of the project and will also cover issues specific to the individual boards. The Builders/Developers meeting is designed to get interaction with Builders and Developers. The public meeting on April 23 and Planner Q&A meeting are for “all-comers”.
FARR and Associates met with the Advisory Committee on March 25. The discussion focused primarily on new zoning districts, permitted uses within the zoning districts, and building types. Previously, the committee received information about subdivision types and conservation methods. In May or June FARR will be bringing in street types and details such as landscaping and parking.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
Mr. Lawrence reported fielding questions from team members who received the training to use the Claritas Demographic Marketing Database and Crittenden Retailer Database. The team will meet soon to discuss retail space availability with the Lakeland Station re-development project and the Corner Shops project.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Update and possible recommendation on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman/Wherry)
Josh Roman provided a brief overview of the project. Following Mr. Roman’s presentation, Forest Man of Critical Edge Technology, LLC, provided additional information and answered questions presented by the Board.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to relax the rules and entertain questions from the audience. Seconded by Vice-Mayor Hartz.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Following general discussion, Josh Roman moved to recommend that the Board of Commissioners approve this Wi-Fi Surveillance Project with a maximum budget of $80,000 to allow the City Manager to negotiate pricing and determine best hosting options. Seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, role call vote, 5-0-0
John Dudas Yea
Mark Hartz Yea
Mark Lawrence Yea
Joshua Roman Yea
Boyd Ruppelt Yea
2. Presentation and possible action on Lakeland Commons Site & Occupancy Planning by Cory Brady. (Lawrence)
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to remove Old Business Item 2 and postpone any further discussion indefinitely until such point as the Municipal Planning Commission would raise Lakeland Commons. Seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, Hartz, Lawrence, Roman and Ruppelt in favor; Dudas abstained.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Chairman Lawrence referred the group to the schedule of the upcoming public meetings regarding the new land development regulations contained in the packet encouraging individuals to attend when possible.
Vice-Mayor Hartz encouraged the group to visit Yume Sushiya located at 8950 Highway 64 in Lakeland.
John Dudas asked if there was any new information on the I-40 Interchange project. The City has contacted Representative Blackburn’s office and asked for assistance in getting rapid federal review. Kimley-Horne will submit the design criteria/specifications to TDOT to present to federal representatives to help expedite the process.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mark Lawrence seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
These minutes were approved April 24, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
EDC MEETING MINUTES, FEBRUARY 28, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, February 28, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present (Arrived at 6:45 p.m.)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Action on EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 24, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to move New Business Item 2, “Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties” in front of Reports From Members of the Board. There were no objections.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
* NEW BUSINESS:
2. Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties. (Lawrence)
Prior to introducing Ray Gill, 8100 Lakeland Station, Cordova, of Ray Gill properties, Rudolph Jones, 4836 Canada Road, distributed information on “Context Sensitive Solutions” and made brief comments on context sensitive design and community involvement in the process.
Ray Gill, spoke about the process of matching community consumers (the citizens) with providers of community services and identifying what is possible and feasible in the attraction of those types of retailers into the Lakeland market.
General discussion followed Mr. Gill’s presentation.
No action taken.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
Mr. Roman reported that approximately 70 people attended the Annual Chamber Kick-Off meeting held Tuesday, February 19, with guest speaker Memphis Head Football Coach, Tommy West.
Melissa Smithmier is the Chamber President and Don Oliver is Vice-President.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
Ms. Franklin reported five new businesses since the January 24, 2008 meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
The Preliminary Site Plan for the Lakeland Outlet Mall was approved by the MPC on January 22 and by the DRC on February 12. The Final Site Plan is moving forward to the March 17 MPC meeting. They are adding 24,000 square feet to the existing footprint of the main building and are re-doing the facade.
The Lakeland Commons project is still pending.
Several meetings were held in January and December to review one of three or four waves of codes and suggestions for coding that Farr & Associates brought us. The project is less than one-third of the way done. The next few months will be a very busy period.
Mr. Higbee would like to make a presentation to the EDC to bring them up to speed on the code re-write project. Chairman Lawrence will contact Mr. Higbee to schedule the meeting.
Mr. Higbee provided copies of the MPC New Projects Monthly Report dated 02/06/08 for EDC Members.
Mr. Higbee has continued to work on the retail database he developed and inquired about the participation of the Retail Development Team.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The project is progressing. Bids have been obtained for presentation to the Board of Commissioners at the March 24 Work Session. City Hall Park will be the pilot project with Wi-Fi and video surveillance.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
The City, through involvement in the TVA Consumer Connection Program, has access to the Claritas Demographic Marketing Database as well as the Crittenden Retailer Database. Retail Development Team members met at St. Francis Hospital on Thursday, February 21, and received database training. Passwords were distributed to team members so they could do data mining. The training was successful.
The next meeting will be held in the month of March.
Update on Interchange Re-development. (Stuckert)
The design process should take approximately 1.5 years. A footprint for the interchange is needed. City Manager Robert Wherry will check to see if a footprint will be available prior to the projected 1.5 years.
Update on DRC Approval of Site Plans for the Mall. (Higbee)
This item was covered by Mr. Higbee in the “Update on Planning Department”.
Following a five-minute recess, the meeting reconvened at 7:43 p.m.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation and possible action on Lakeland Commons Site & Occupancy Planning by Cory Brady. (Lawrence)
Cory Brady of SR Consulting, 5909 Shelby Oaks Drive, Memphis, distributed copies of the presentation and a Memorandum summarizing a Market Study for the Lakeland Commons Planned Mixed Use Development. Mr. Brady was asked to provide information on the site plan and its potential tenants.
Following Mr. Brady’s presentation, the floor was opened for a brief Question and Answer period with property owners David Shores and Vince Smith.
A motion was made by Josh Roman to table the item until the next meeting and adjourn. Motion seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
*2. Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties. (Lawrence) (This item was taken out of order following approval of minutes.)
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
These minutes were approved March 27, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, February 28, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Don Barber Present
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Present (Arrived at 6:45 p.m.)
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Action on EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 24, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
Approved by acclamation.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to move New Business Item 2, “Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties” in front of Reports From Members of the Board. There were no objections.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
* NEW BUSINESS:
2. Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties. (Lawrence)
Prior to introducing Ray Gill, 8100 Lakeland Station, Cordova, of Ray Gill properties, Rudolph Jones, 4836 Canada Road, distributed information on “Context Sensitive Solutions” and made brief comments on context sensitive design and community involvement in the process.
Ray Gill, spoke about the process of matching community consumers (the citizens) with providers of community services and identifying what is possible and feasible in the attraction of those types of retailers into the Lakeland market.
General discussion followed Mr. Gill’s presentation.
No action taken.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce. (Roman)
Mr. Roman reported that approximately 70 people attended the Annual Chamber Kick-Off meeting held Tuesday, February 19, with guest speaker Memphis Head Football Coach, Tommy West.
Melissa Smithmier is the Chamber President and Don Oliver is Vice-President.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
Ms. Franklin reported five new businesses since the January 24, 2008 meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
The Preliminary Site Plan for the Lakeland Outlet Mall was approved by the MPC on January 22 and by the DRC on February 12. The Final Site Plan is moving forward to the March 17 MPC meeting. They are adding 24,000 square feet to the existing footprint of the main building and are re-doing the facade.
The Lakeland Commons project is still pending.
Several meetings were held in January and December to review one of three or four waves of codes and suggestions for coding that Farr & Associates brought us. The project is less than one-third of the way done. The next few months will be a very busy period.
Mr. Higbee would like to make a presentation to the EDC to bring them up to speed on the code re-write project. Chairman Lawrence will contact Mr. Higbee to schedule the meeting.
Mr. Higbee provided copies of the MPC New Projects Monthly Report dated 02/06/08 for EDC Members.
Mr. Higbee has continued to work on the retail database he developed and inquired about the participation of the Retail Development Team.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The project is progressing. Bids have been obtained for presentation to the Board of Commissioners at the March 24 Work Session. City Hall Park will be the pilot project with Wi-Fi and video surveillance.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program. (Lawrence)
The City, through involvement in the TVA Consumer Connection Program, has access to the Claritas Demographic Marketing Database as well as the Crittenden Retailer Database. Retail Development Team members met at St. Francis Hospital on Thursday, February 21, and received database training. Passwords were distributed to team members so they could do data mining. The training was successful.
The next meeting will be held in the month of March.
Update on Interchange Re-development. (Stuckert)
The design process should take approximately 1.5 years. A footprint for the interchange is needed. City Manager Robert Wherry will check to see if a footprint will be available prior to the projected 1.5 years.
Update on DRC Approval of Site Plans for the Mall. (Higbee)
This item was covered by Mr. Higbee in the “Update on Planning Department”.
Following a five-minute recess, the meeting reconvened at 7:43 p.m.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation and possible action on Lakeland Commons Site & Occupancy Planning by Cory Brady. (Lawrence)
Cory Brady of SR Consulting, 5909 Shelby Oaks Drive, Memphis, distributed copies of the presentation and a Memorandum summarizing a Market Study for the Lakeland Commons Planned Mixed Use Development. Mr. Brady was asked to provide information on the site plan and its potential tenants.
Following Mr. Brady’s presentation, the floor was opened for a brief Question and Answer period with property owners David Shores and Vince Smith.
A motion was made by Josh Roman to table the item until the next meeting and adjourn. Motion seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
*2. Presentation and possible action on Attracting Retail by Ray Gill of Ray Gill Properties. (Lawrence) (This item was taken out of order following approval of minutes.)
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
These minutes were approved March 27, 2008.
Mark Lawrence, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
EDC MEETING MINUTES, JANUARY 24, 2008
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JANUARY24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
1. Kathleen Brasfield Absent
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present (Arrived at 6:40 p.m.)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Others present:
Hank Hess
Frances Lancaster
2. Election of Officers
Motion made by Boyd Ruppelt to elect Mark Lawrence Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. Motion seconded by Connie Hess.
There being no other nominations.
Motion approved by acclamation
Motion made by Shirlee Clark to elect Connie Hess Vice-Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
There being no other nominations.
Motion approved by acclamation
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, October 25, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Connie Hess to accept the October 25, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to take New Business Item 1 out of order and place it before reports. There were no objections.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
* NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation by Jay Yuan, Ph.D., Principal and Senior Adviser of NBM Associates, a precision research firm. (Yuan)
Jay Yuan and Yi Liu of The NBM Associates discussed Lakeland’s need for an economic development plan. NBM could assist Lakeland’s Economic Development Commission in developing a plan and projects to meet economic goals and objectives.
General discussion followed the presentation. Joshua Roman moved to limit the discussion to five additional minutes. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
EDC will review the original proposal submitted by NBM and give a reply within ten business days.
Following a five-minute recess, the meeting reconvened at 8:04 PM.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
The Annual Chamber Kick-off Meeting will be held Tuesday, February 19, at 6 p.m. Memphis Coach, Jimmy West, will be the guest speaker. The meeting will be held at the Oakwood Clubhouse.
Chris Perry is working on an outreach plan to reach the Lakeland business community.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were seven new home-based businesses since the October 25, 2007 meeting.
Mr. Lawrence will forward the information to Chris Perry so he may contact the businesses on behalf of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
(Copy of New Businesses Report attached)
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Mr. Higbee provided an update on residential project approvals.
Lake Forest Construction Plans – plans are being reviewed.
The Meadows of Lakeland, 180 lots - SDDP to come in.
Evergreen, 150 lots - SDDP filed, will go to February MPC Mtg.
Herons Ridge, Sec. C&D, 100 lots- SDDP could go to February MPC Mtg.
Kensington Manor, 111 lots - preliminary approval.
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Higbee)Mr. Higbee updated the EDC on the work of the advisory committee. An article will appear in the next issue of the Citywatch newsletter. Information will be posted on the website as soon as possible. Mr. Higbee has developed a public information file for citizens to review.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
Mr. Roman reports that the project is on hold while a second opinion on design specs is being sought.
A bid is in the negotiating stage for City Hall and City Hall Park.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program (Lawrence/Hess)
The Retail Development Team is working to identify what Lakeland is and what its strengths are.
The Growth Management Director and City Recorder have worked to put together at business inventory. Mr. Higbee requested the assistance of the Retail Development Team in integrating new information.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Economic Development Commission sponsoring a New Board/Commission Member Orientation in January 2008. (Lawrence)
Mark Lawrence will discuss the scheduling of this event with City Manager, Robert Wherry.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
* 1. Presentation by Jay Yuan, Ph.D., Principal and Senior Adviser of NBM Associates, a precision research firm. (Yuan) (This item was taken out of order following approval of minutes.)
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Connie Hess announced that nominations are being accepted by the Environmental Awards Committee for completed projects that benefit the environment. See Connie Hess or Eric Bridges for information and application.
Discussion resumed regarding the presentation by Jay Yuan and Yi Liu of The NBM Associates.
Motion made by Joshua Roman to limit the discussion to seven additional minutes. Mark Lawrence seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Joshua Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
These minutes were approved February 28, 2008.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JANUARY24, 2008, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2008, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
1. Kathleen Brasfield Absent
Shirlee Clark Present
John Dudas Absent
Mark Hartz Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Joshua Roman Present (Arrived at 6:40 p.m.)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
City Manager, Robert Wherry
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Executive Assistant, Theresa Meyer
Others present:
Hank Hess
Frances Lancaster
2. Election of Officers
Motion made by Boyd Ruppelt to elect Mark Lawrence Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. Motion seconded by Connie Hess.
There being no other nominations.
Motion approved by acclamation
Motion made by Shirlee Clark to elect Connie Hess Vice-Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. Motion seconded by Mark Lawrence.
There being no other nominations.
Motion approved by acclamation
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, October 25, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Connie Hess to accept the October 25, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Boyd Ruppelt.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
Motion made by Mark Lawrence to take New Business Item 1 out of order and place it before reports. There were no objections.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
* NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation by Jay Yuan, Ph.D., Principal and Senior Adviser of NBM Associates, a precision research firm. (Yuan)
Jay Yuan and Yi Liu of The NBM Associates discussed Lakeland’s need for an economic development plan. NBM could assist Lakeland’s Economic Development Commission in developing a plan and projects to meet economic goals and objectives.
General discussion followed the presentation. Joshua Roman moved to limit the discussion to five additional minutes. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
EDC will review the original proposal submitted by NBM and give a reply within ten business days.
Following a five-minute recess, the meeting reconvened at 8:04 PM.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
The Annual Chamber Kick-off Meeting will be held Tuesday, February 19, at 6 p.m. Memphis Coach, Jimmy West, will be the guest speaker. The meeting will be held at the Oakwood Clubhouse.
Chris Perry is working on an outreach plan to reach the Lakeland business community.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were seven new home-based businesses since the October 25, 2007 meeting.
Mr. Lawrence will forward the information to Chris Perry so he may contact the businesses on behalf of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
(Copy of New Businesses Report attached)
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Mr. Higbee provided an update on residential project approvals.
Lake Forest Construction Plans – plans are being reviewed.
The Meadows of Lakeland, 180 lots - SDDP to come in.
Evergreen, 150 lots - SDDP filed, will go to February MPC Mtg.
Herons Ridge, Sec. C&D, 100 lots- SDDP could go to February MPC Mtg.
Kensington Manor, 111 lots - preliminary approval.
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Higbee)Mr. Higbee updated the EDC on the work of the advisory committee. An article will appear in the next issue of the Citywatch newsletter. Information will be posted on the website as soon as possible. Mr. Higbee has developed a public information file for citizens to review.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
Mr. Roman reports that the project is on hold while a second opinion on design specs is being sought.
A bid is in the negotiating stage for City Hall and City Hall Park.
Update on TVA Consumer Connection Community Retail Development Program (Lawrence/Hess)
The Retail Development Team is working to identify what Lakeland is and what its strengths are.
The Growth Management Director and City Recorder have worked to put together at business inventory. Mr. Higbee requested the assistance of the Retail Development Team in integrating new information.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Economic Development Commission sponsoring a New Board/Commission Member Orientation in January 2008. (Lawrence)
Mark Lawrence will discuss the scheduling of this event with City Manager, Robert Wherry.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
* 1. Presentation by Jay Yuan, Ph.D., Principal and Senior Adviser of NBM Associates, a precision research firm. (Yuan) (This item was taken out of order following approval of minutes.)
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Connie Hess announced that nominations are being accepted by the Environmental Awards Committee for completed projects that benefit the environment. See Connie Hess or Eric Bridges for information and application.
Discussion resumed regarding the presentation by Jay Yuan and Yi Liu of The NBM Associates.
Motion made by Joshua Roman to limit the discussion to seven additional minutes. Mark Lawrence seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Connie Hess moved to adjourn the meeting. Joshua Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
These minutes were approved February 28, 2008.
EDC MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 25, 2007
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2007, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, October 25, 2007, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
John Dudas Absent
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Randy Nicholson Present
Don Oliver Present
Josh Roman Present (Excused at 7:42 p.m.)
Melissa Smithmier Present (Arrived at 6:50 p.m.)
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, September 27, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Don Oliver to accept the September 27, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
Tom Leatherwood, Shelby County Register of Deeds, was the speaker at the October 11, 2007, meeting. There were 20-22 in attendance.
The Chamber Board will meet Friday, November 2, 2007.
The November luncheon meeting will be held Thursday, November 8, 2007, at the Stonebridge Clubhouse. The sponsor for the meeting is The Community Bank. Mark Lawrence and Chuck Marquis will speak on the “Consumer Connection”.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the September 27, 2007, EDC meeting. Mark Lawrence will contact last month’s new business — “Your Business Partner” to welcome and invite them to the next chamber meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
J. Higbee provided an update on projects from the October 15, 2007, Municipal Planning Commission meeting.
The Final Development Plan for The Grove at Lakeland was approved with l24 lots.
The proposed Comprehensive Plan change was postponed until the November MPC meeting.
The Preliminary Site Plan for a proposed 20,000 square foot retail strip center on the three-acre lot at Saskatoon and Canada Road was postponed due to insufficient drainage information.
Staff has reviewed plans and determined that the proposed development for the two-acre lot south of Saskatoon is a retail carpet store not a carpet warehouse.
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Higbee)
The Advisory Committee will meet on November 7, 2007, to complete the review of the notebook distributed by Growth Management Director, J Higbee.
The focus of the previous meeting was on flow charts in the development process. The next meeting will concentrate on the residential and commercial development implications of the Land Use Map.
FARR will return sometime after the next advisory committee meeting.
The results of the Image Preference Survey conducted by FARR. have been published on the Planning page of the City website.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The project is out for bid and may be ready for construction in January 2008. The cost estimate for Wi-Fi at the City soccer fields is $5,000 - $10,000.
Update on WA Consumer Connection Community Retail
Development Program (Lawrence/Hess)
All but five of the original members remain on the Retail Development Team.
The team has been mentored by Chuck Marquis from TVA. Mr. Marquis has helped the team identify several resources.
At the initial team meetings, parameters were established for working with developers to put tenants in their buildings.
Mr. Lawrence identified the four functions of the Retail Development Team: administration, research, design and production, and community liaison.
City Manager, Robed Wherry, will speak on City finances and their role in retail at the next Retail Development Team meeting.
Hank and Connie Hess presented information from the ICSC Conference in Atlanta.
EDC member and Chamber President, Don Oliver, expressed an interest in obtaining promotional materials about the City of Lakeland.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Economic Development Commission sponsoring a New Board/Commission Member Orientation in January 2008. (Lawrence)
The EDC will sponsor an orientation designed for new City Board and Commission members in January, 2008.
EDC members reviewed and commented on the preliminary agenda submitted by Mr. Lawrence. (Copy attached.)
Connie Hess volunteered to assist with the refreshments. Commissioner Nicholson and Mr. Oliver volunteered to help where needed. Ms. Smithmier also volunteered to assist with refreshments.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Don Oliver moved to adjourn the meeting. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carded, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 24, 2008.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2007, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, October 25, 2007, by Mark Lawrence, Chairman.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
John Dudas Absent
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Present
Randy Nicholson Present
Don Oliver Present
Josh Roman Present (Excused at 7:42 p.m.)
Melissa Smithmier Present (Arrived at 6:50 p.m.)
Pamela Womack Absent
City of Lakeland staff members present:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee
Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, September 27, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Don Oliver to accept the September 27, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
Tom Leatherwood, Shelby County Register of Deeds, was the speaker at the October 11, 2007, meeting. There were 20-22 in attendance.
The Chamber Board will meet Friday, November 2, 2007.
The November luncheon meeting will be held Thursday, November 8, 2007, at the Stonebridge Clubhouse. The sponsor for the meeting is The Community Bank. Mark Lawrence and Chuck Marquis will speak on the “Consumer Connection”.
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There were no new businesses to report since the September 27, 2007, EDC meeting. Mark Lawrence will contact last month’s new business — “Your Business Partner” to welcome and invite them to the next chamber meeting.
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
J. Higbee provided an update on projects from the October 15, 2007, Municipal Planning Commission meeting.
The Final Development Plan for The Grove at Lakeland was approved with l24 lots.
The proposed Comprehensive Plan change was postponed until the November MPC meeting.
The Preliminary Site Plan for a proposed 20,000 square foot retail strip center on the three-acre lot at Saskatoon and Canada Road was postponed due to insufficient drainage information.
Staff has reviewed plans and determined that the proposed development for the two-acre lot south of Saskatoon is a retail carpet store not a carpet warehouse.
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Higbee)
The Advisory Committee will meet on November 7, 2007, to complete the review of the notebook distributed by Growth Management Director, J Higbee.
The focus of the previous meeting was on flow charts in the development process. The next meeting will concentrate on the residential and commercial development implications of the Land Use Map.
FARR will return sometime after the next advisory committee meeting.
The results of the Image Preference Survey conducted by FARR. have been published on the Planning page of the City website.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The project is out for bid and may be ready for construction in January 2008. The cost estimate for Wi-Fi at the City soccer fields is $5,000 - $10,000.
Update on WA Consumer Connection Community Retail
Development Program (Lawrence/Hess)
All but five of the original members remain on the Retail Development Team.
The team has been mentored by Chuck Marquis from TVA. Mr. Marquis has helped the team identify several resources.
At the initial team meetings, parameters were established for working with developers to put tenants in their buildings.
Mr. Lawrence identified the four functions of the Retail Development Team: administration, research, design and production, and community liaison.
City Manager, Robed Wherry, will speak on City finances and their role in retail at the next Retail Development Team meeting.
Hank and Connie Hess presented information from the ICSC Conference in Atlanta.
EDC member and Chamber President, Don Oliver, expressed an interest in obtaining promotional materials about the City of Lakeland.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Economic Development Commission sponsoring a New Board/Commission Member Orientation in January 2008. (Lawrence)
The EDC will sponsor an orientation designed for new City Board and Commission members in January, 2008.
EDC members reviewed and commented on the preliminary agenda submitted by Mr. Lawrence. (Copy attached.)
Connie Hess volunteered to assist with the refreshments. Commissioner Nicholson and Mr. Oliver volunteered to help where needed. Ms. Smithmier also volunteered to assist with refreshments.
Discussion only. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Don Oliver moved to adjourn the meeting. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carded, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 24, 2008.
EDC MEETING MINUTES, SEPTEMBER 27, 2007
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2007, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m., Thursday, September 27, 2007, by Connie Hess, Acting-Chair.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Absent
Randy Nicholson Present
Don Oliver Absent
Josh Roman Present
Melissa Smithmier Absent
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland staff members present were Growth Management Director J Higbee and Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, August 23, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Pamela Womack to accept the August 23, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Randy Nicholson.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
The next Chamber meeting will be Thursday, October 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Oakwood Clubhouse. The speaker for the event is Tom Leatherwood, Shelby County Register of Deeds.
There will be a ribbon cutting at Askew Hargraves Harcourt and Associates on Friday, October 5, at 5 p.m.
(Report attached)
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There was one new business since the August 23, 2007, EDC meeting – Your Business Partner (Financial Inventory Guide Sales).
Report attached)
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Growth Management Director J Higbee distributed a printed Planning Department Report.
Mr. Higbee highlighted the following projects nearing completion:
-Estates of Maple Grove (now known as The Grove at Lakeland) is almost through with construction. Once complete, they can begin selling lots.
-The Preserve is near completion and will begin selling lots soon.
-The Windward Slopes Park improvement project is near completion.
The Development Contract for Corner Shops is on the BOC agenda for approval. Once approved, construction may begin.
In front of Canada Woods, across from Woodland Park Subdivision, one of the two lots south of Saskatoon is in the inquiry stage. Someone would like to put in a 20,000 square foot carpet warehouse. City is trying to interpret the regulations to see if this use is permitted.
Canada Woods Commercial will probably go before the MPC in October or November. It is a 20,000 square foot multi-tenant facility.
Phase 1 of Lake Forest is on the BOC Agenda for approval of a Development Contract. Contract approval will enable them to break ground.
The Lakeland Outlet Mall has been talking with the City about a site plan approval.
We have pending approvals for Arcadia and Equestria.
Mr. Higbee is working with the City Engineer, Phil Stuckert, and City Manager, Robert Wherry, on traffic signals for Monroe Road and the collector road for the Lake Forest development.
Lakeland Commons was withdrawn due to denial recommendation by MPC. They intend to come back with a new plan.
Neighbors have convinced the MPC to place a discussion item on the next agenda regarding amending the Comprehensive Plan to remove the Commercial recommendation from the Lakeland Commons site and the site on the east side of Seed Tick and to revert back to Estate Residential.
Harding Academy brought in a revised concept plan. Planning has not been advised of a filing date.
Kensington Manor, 116 lots on 64 acres, was withdrawn for the second time; MPC did not want to recommend approval. They are working on addressing a few remaining issues and will bring the plan back in. J advised them to go straight to the MPC.
The May property (20 acres) is at an inquiry stage.
Ivy Creek is interested in a mixed use development. There would be some commercial with residential behind it. The site is shown as mixed use on the new Comp Plan.
The Meadows has been approved for a preliminary development plan for approximately 180 lots north of Old Brownsville and north of the Harding site. They are going to file a secondary detailed development plan for the first phase. Not ready to construct, but they are moving along.
(Report attached.)
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Brasfield)
Mr. Higbee distributed the book for the Land Development Regulations and Design Guidelines. The Committee will review the material.
The meeting focused on the flow of the approval process. The committee will determine what areas can be more efficient and where to streamline the process.
There were a number of questions from Farr and Associates for the committee to respond to. They will submit their comments to Mr. Higbee.
Mr. Higbee intends to hold another meeting with the committee before Farr and Associates returns to Lakeland. They will be back within the next sixty days. There may also be a third public meeting at that time.
Update on Interchange Project. (Wherry)
No time schedule is known at this time. The City Manager has sent a letter asking to finalize the arrangements and schedule.
The EDC emphasized how critical the interchange project is to Lakeland’s economic development. They will communicate concerns to City Manager, Robert Wherry, regarding the scheduling of the Interchange project.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The Resolution was accepted with high regard and enthusiasm. The Resolution was accompanied by a presentation. Following the presentation, the item was placed on the BOC Agenda as an action item and approved for bids. It is now in the process of getting bids.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on the TVA “Consumer Connection” Community Retail Development Program. (Hess)
Connie Hess provided a written report of the September 19, 2007, meeting at Center Point Church. There were 22 team members and 2 TVA representatives present.
The group discussed its vision for the future commercial development of Lakeland, the “Commercial Potential in the Lakeland Retail Trade Area” report, and the consumer statistics for the Lakeland area.
Team assignments included producing a vision (mission) statement, providing a membership profile, and distributing the Consumer Shopping Survey for completion.
The next meeting will be October 10, 2007, from 2-6 p.m. at Center Point Church.
(Report attached.)
General Discussion. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas moved to adjourn the meeting. Josh Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
These minutes were approved October 25, 2007.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2007, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m., Thursday, September 27, 2007, by Connie Hess, Acting-Chair.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Mark Lawrence Absent
Randy Nicholson Present
Don Oliver Absent
Josh Roman Present
Melissa Smithmier Absent
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland staff members present were Growth Management Director J Higbee and Theresa Meyer
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, August 23, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
Motion made by Pamela Womack to accept the August 23, 2007, Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes as written. Motion seconded by Randy Nicholson.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. (Oliver)
The next Chamber meeting will be Thursday, October 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Oakwood Clubhouse. The speaker for the event is Tom Leatherwood, Shelby County Register of Deeds.
There will be a ribbon cutting at Askew Hargraves Harcourt and Associates on Friday, October 5, at 5 p.m.
(Report attached)
Update on New Business Licenses. (Franklin)
There was one new business since the August 23, 2007, EDC meeting – Your Business Partner (Financial Inventory Guide Sales).
Report attached)
Update on Planning Department. (Higbee)
Growth Management Director J Higbee distributed a printed Planning Department Report.
Mr. Higbee highlighted the following projects nearing completion:
-Estates of Maple Grove (now known as The Grove at Lakeland) is almost through with construction. Once complete, they can begin selling lots.
-The Preserve is near completion and will begin selling lots soon.
-The Windward Slopes Park improvement project is near completion.
The Development Contract for Corner Shops is on the BOC agenda for approval. Once approved, construction may begin.
In front of Canada Woods, across from Woodland Park Subdivision, one of the two lots south of Saskatoon is in the inquiry stage. Someone would like to put in a 20,000 square foot carpet warehouse. City is trying to interpret the regulations to see if this use is permitted.
Canada Woods Commercial will probably go before the MPC in October or November. It is a 20,000 square foot multi-tenant facility.
Phase 1 of Lake Forest is on the BOC Agenda for approval of a Development Contract. Contract approval will enable them to break ground.
The Lakeland Outlet Mall has been talking with the City about a site plan approval.
We have pending approvals for Arcadia and Equestria.
Mr. Higbee is working with the City Engineer, Phil Stuckert, and City Manager, Robert Wherry, on traffic signals for Monroe Road and the collector road for the Lake Forest development.
Lakeland Commons was withdrawn due to denial recommendation by MPC. They intend to come back with a new plan.
Neighbors have convinced the MPC to place a discussion item on the next agenda regarding amending the Comprehensive Plan to remove the Commercial recommendation from the Lakeland Commons site and the site on the east side of Seed Tick and to revert back to Estate Residential.
Harding Academy brought in a revised concept plan. Planning has not been advised of a filing date.
Kensington Manor, 116 lots on 64 acres, was withdrawn for the second time; MPC did not want to recommend approval. They are working on addressing a few remaining issues and will bring the plan back in. J advised them to go straight to the MPC.
The May property (20 acres) is at an inquiry stage.
Ivy Creek is interested in a mixed use development. There would be some commercial with residential behind it. The site is shown as mixed use on the new Comp Plan.
The Meadows has been approved for a preliminary development plan for approximately 180 lots north of Old Brownsville and north of the Harding site. They are going to file a secondary detailed development plan for the first phase. Not ready to construct, but they are moving along.
(Report attached.)
Update on Code Re-write Project from Advisory Committee. (Brasfield)
Mr. Higbee distributed the book for the Land Development Regulations and Design Guidelines. The Committee will review the material.
The meeting focused on the flow of the approval process. The committee will determine what areas can be more efficient and where to streamline the process.
There were a number of questions from Farr and Associates for the committee to respond to. They will submit their comments to Mr. Higbee.
Mr. Higbee intends to hold another meeting with the committee before Farr and Associates returns to Lakeland. They will be back within the next sixty days. There may also be a third public meeting at that time.
Update on Interchange Project. (Wherry)
No time schedule is known at this time. The City Manager has sent a letter asking to finalize the arrangements and schedule.
The EDC emphasized how critical the interchange project is to Lakeland’s economic development. They will communicate concerns to City Manager, Robert Wherry, regarding the scheduling of the Interchange project.
Update on Wi-Fi and Surveillance Project. (Roman)
The Resolution was accepted with high regard and enthusiasm. The Resolution was accompanied by a presentation. Following the presentation, the item was placed on the BOC Agenda as an action item and approved for bids. It is now in the process of getting bids.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on the TVA “Consumer Connection” Community Retail Development Program. (Hess)
Connie Hess provided a written report of the September 19, 2007, meeting at Center Point Church. There were 22 team members and 2 TVA representatives present.
The group discussed its vision for the future commercial development of Lakeland, the “Commercial Potential in the Lakeland Retail Trade Area” report, and the consumer statistics for the Lakeland area.
Team assignments included producing a vision (mission) statement, providing a membership profile, and distributing the Consumer Shopping Survey for completion.
The next meeting will be October 10, 2007, from 2-6 p.m. at Center Point Church.
(Report attached.)
General Discussion. No action taken.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas moved to adjourn the meeting. Josh Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
These minutes were approved October 25, 2007.
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