CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m., Thursday, September 23, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent (excused)
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present
Smith-Anderson, Terri Present
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
John Dudas made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 24, 2010, as written. Josh Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
A motion was made by Josh Roman to suspend the rules. John Dudas seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
J Higbee read a new businesses listing supplied by City Recorder, Sontidra Thomas.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
J Higbee gave the regular Planning Department Report.
Report only. No action taken.
*Summary of Sign Research (Higbee)
J Higbee reviewed signage research information included in the September 23, 2010, agenda packet.
Report only. No action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Tanya Wallace reported that the Chamber has 20-30 members; it is working on a new website and has improved its organizational approach, but is struggling for membership and support. Ms. Wallace also reported the upcoming meeting of the Shelby County Chambers of Commerce Alliance on September 30, 2010, with Mayor Luttrell.
Report only. No action taken.
Memo Regarding Office Space at Club Windward (Wherry)
Memo included in September 23, 2010, Agenda packet.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
Presentations
i. shopping center sign project update
ii. audio training modules on economic development from IEDC online
iii. Strategic Planning Basics.
During the latter portion, Mr. Higbee distributed a partially completed resource listing and indicated that it needs further work by the EDC and exploration during the Strategic Plan process.
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None.
2. Tactical
a. Update on Sign Ordinance
*Information covered in the “Summary of Sign Research” Report.
Report only. No action taken.
b. Website information
No discussion. No action taken.
c. Lakeland Business Expo
Report only. No action taken.
3. Other
a. By-laws discussion
Commissioner Tompkins reported on pending revisions to the Economic Development Commission bylaws. There was discussion on the number of EDC members (five regular members, one BOC liaison, and one MPC liaison), the procedure for removal of members, and the process for forming committees.
Discussion only. No action taken.
A motion was made by Josh Roman to write a letter of support to the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
Staff was asked to prepare and forward the letter of support to Chairman Wallace for review.
b. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
i. Strategic plans for other cities
J Higbee provided a CD of strategic plans from other cities and suggested review at a future meeting(s)
ii. Educational module – “The Economic Development Process” module from the IEDC online series
iii. Resource List – J Higbee was asked to develop specific suggestions on how to use some of the resources from the Resource List in the strategic plan process
iv. Prepare to conduct a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, & Threats) process
v. Discuss Special Meeting Schedule, 2010
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:There being no other business to discuss, Terri Smith-Anderson made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
These minutes were approved October 28, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Friday, November 12, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
- MEETING CANCELLED -
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. ROLL CALL:
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting dated July 22, 2010 cancelled due to lack of quorum. EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 24, 2010.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None.
2. Tactical
a. Update on Sign Ordinance
b. Website information
c. Lakeland Business Expo (Pgs 10-11)
3. Other
a. By-laws discussion (if needed)
b. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. ROLL CALL:
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting dated July 22, 2010 cancelled due to lack of quorum. EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 24, 2010.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None.
2. Tactical
a. Update on Sign Ordinance
b. Website information
c. Lakeland Business Expo (Pgs 10-11)
3. Other
a. By-laws discussion (if needed)
b. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Lack of Quorum
- MEETING CANCELLED -
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. ROLL CALL:
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 24, 2010.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Update from Friendly Faces (Atkinson)
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None.
2. Tactical
a. Update on Sign Ordinance
b. Website information
3. Other
a. By-laws discussion (if needed)
b. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
- MEETING CANCELLED -
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. ROLL CALL:
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated June 24, 2010.
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Update from Friendly Faces (Atkinson)
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None.
2. Tactical
a. Update on Sign Ordinance
b. Website information
3. Other
a. By-laws discussion (if needed)
b. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m., Thursday, June 24, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Absent (excused)
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
Womack, Pamela Present
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 27, 2010.
Pamela Womack made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 27, 2010, as written. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
There were no new or closed businesses reported for the month of May, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Report included in agenda packet.
Report only. No action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Approximately fifteen people attended the June chamber luncheon.
The “Shop Lakeland” event is a joint effort between the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lakeland to promote Lakeland businesses. The event will take place on August 7 which is part of the “tax-free” weekend.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
Working with the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce on the Shop Lakeland event.
Organizing follow up efforts to promote attendance at the Second Annual Business Appreciation Breakfast.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part 3 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. Determine tactical priorities for 2010
John Dudas made a motion to adopt the following five (5) tactical items:
●Sign Update
●Land Development Regulations
●Educational offerings at EDC meetings
●Chamber Enhancement Project
●Website update
Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote. All in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
Cecil Tompkins recommended moving New Business Item 1-a to the July meeting.
Approved by acclamation.
Cecil Tompkins made a motion to add New Business Item 4. “Discussion on by-laws change”.
Approved by acclamation.
4. *Discussion on by-laws change.
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. None
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
Following discussion, five items were selected for the July 2010 EDC Meeting Agenda:
•Strategic Planning Basics (Higbee)
•Educational Offerings – Economic Development 101 (Higbee)
•Update on Sign Ordinance
•Website information
•By-laws discussion (if needed)
4. Discussion on by-laws change.*Item taken out of order.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Business Appreciation Breakfast Wednesday, July 7, 7 AM, at the Stonebridge Golf Club.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
These minutes were approved September 23, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m., Thursday, June 24, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Absent (excused)
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
Womack, Pamela Present
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 27, 2010.
Pamela Womack made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated May 27, 2010, as written. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
There were no new or closed businesses reported for the month of May, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Report included in agenda packet.
Report only. No action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Approximately fifteen people attended the June chamber luncheon.
The “Shop Lakeland” event is a joint effort between the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lakeland to promote Lakeland businesses. The event will take place on August 7 which is part of the “tax-free” weekend.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
Working with the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce on the Shop Lakeland event.
Organizing follow up efforts to promote attendance at the Second Annual Business Appreciation Breakfast.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part 3 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. Determine tactical priorities for 2010
John Dudas made a motion to adopt the following five (5) tactical items:
●Sign Update
●Land Development Regulations
●Educational offerings at EDC meetings
●Chamber Enhancement Project
●Website update
Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote. All in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Strategic Planning Basics for ED (Higbee)
Cecil Tompkins recommended moving New Business Item 1-a to the July meeting.
Approved by acclamation.
Cecil Tompkins made a motion to add New Business Item 4. “Discussion on by-laws change”.
Approved by acclamation.
4. *Discussion on by-laws change.
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. None
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
Following discussion, five items were selected for the July 2010 EDC Meeting Agenda:
•Strategic Planning Basics (Higbee)
•Educational Offerings – Economic Development 101 (Higbee)
•Update on Sign Ordinance
•Website information
•By-laws discussion (if needed)
4. Discussion on by-laws change.*Item taken out of order.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Business Appreciation Breakfast Wednesday, July 7, 7 AM, at the Stonebridge Golf Club.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
These minutes were approved September 23, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Monday, June 28, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, May 27, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m., Thursday, May 27, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Absent (excused)
Brasfield, Kathleen Present
Dudas, John Absent (excused)
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
Womack, Pamela Absent (excused)
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated April 22, 2010
Josh Roman made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated April 22, 2010, as written. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
There were no new or closed businesses reported for the month of April, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Status report included in packet – see page two of report for summary of some of the actions of the Municipal Planning Commission.
No new development requests; have had requests to extend previously approved planned developments that are beginning to expire. Evergreen appeared at the May 17 Planning Commission meeting. It is a 150 lot residential development on Evergreen Road. (Postponed.)
Kensington Manor, south of Highway 70 near Chambers Chapel Road, is asking to come forward for an amendment only. (Not yet filed.)
Currently in negotiations with Lakeland Commons for the site located at the corner of Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road.
Other Planning Projects:
Jim Atkinson has begun work doing some coding that would permit Redbox DVD vending machines.
Mr. Atkinson is working on an expedited sign project – directory signage for Shopping Centers. Following this project, Planning will be working on a full sign code re-write.
Planning has received a new draft of the development code. The Advisory Committee has received it and meetings will resume in June. May be before the Planning Commission and BOC by August.
Report only. No Action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Ms. Wallace reported on the recent Chamber after hours event and encouraged continued EDC support of Chamber events and activities.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Atkinson)
Report regarding the August 7 - Shop Lakeland event included in packet. The EDC will be working on this event with the City and the Chamber.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update on I-40 Interchange (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update on Zip Code Status (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No Action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part 3 (Higbee)
Josh Roman made a motion to postpone Old Business item 1, a. “City documents review” until the next scheduled meeting. Francis Fairly seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None
2. Tactical
a. Determine tactical priorities for 2010
Josh Roman made a motion to postpone New Business Item 2, a. “Determine tactical priorities for 2010” until the next scheduled meeting. Francis Fairly seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
Items to be included on the June 24, 2010 agenda include:
• City Documents Review, Part 3
• Determine tactical priorities for 2010
• Presentation on Strategic Planning basics for Economic Development
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee, emailed reading materials to Economic Development Commission members.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
These minutes were approved June 24, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, May 27, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m., Thursday, May 27, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Absent (excused)
Brasfield, Kathleen Present
Dudas, John Absent (excused)
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
Womack, Pamela Absent (excused)
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated April 22, 2010
Josh Roman made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated April 22, 2010, as written. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
There were no new or closed businesses reported for the month of April, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
Status report included in packet – see page two of report for summary of some of the actions of the Municipal Planning Commission.
No new development requests; have had requests to extend previously approved planned developments that are beginning to expire. Evergreen appeared at the May 17 Planning Commission meeting. It is a 150 lot residential development on Evergreen Road. (Postponed.)
Kensington Manor, south of Highway 70 near Chambers Chapel Road, is asking to come forward for an amendment only. (Not yet filed.)
Currently in negotiations with Lakeland Commons for the site located at the corner of Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road.
Other Planning Projects:
Jim Atkinson has begun work doing some coding that would permit Redbox DVD vending machines.
Mr. Atkinson is working on an expedited sign project – directory signage for Shopping Centers. Following this project, Planning will be working on a full sign code re-write.
Planning has received a new draft of the development code. The Advisory Committee has received it and meetings will resume in June. May be before the Planning Commission and BOC by August.
Report only. No Action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Ms. Wallace reported on the recent Chamber after hours event and encouraged continued EDC support of Chamber events and activities.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Atkinson)
Report regarding the August 7 - Shop Lakeland event included in packet. The EDC will be working on this event with the City and the Chamber.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update on I-40 Interchange (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No Action taken.
Update on Zip Code Status (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No Action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part 3 (Higbee)
Josh Roman made a motion to postpone Old Business item 1, a. “City documents review” until the next scheduled meeting. Francis Fairly seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
2. Tactical
a. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. None
2. Tactical
a. Determine tactical priorities for 2010
Josh Roman made a motion to postpone New Business Item 2, a. “Determine tactical priorities for 2010” until the next scheduled meeting. Francis Fairly seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
Items to be included on the June 24, 2010 agenda include:
• City Documents Review, Part 3
• Determine tactical priorities for 2010
• Presentation on Strategic Planning basics for Economic Development
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Growth Management Director, J Higbee, emailed reading materials to Economic Development Commission members.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
These minutes were approved June 24, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:38 p.m., Thursday, April 22, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present (Arrived at 6:41 p.m.)
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 25, 2010.
Josh Roman made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 25, 2010, as written. John Dudas seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses. (Thomas)
There were four new businesses reported for the month of April, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department. (Higbee)
Construction Plans for Lakeview Subdivision (near East Shores) were approved at the March Planning Commission meeting.
The City Hall Parking Lot expansion was approved at the April Planning Commission meeting.
Mr. Higbee gave a report on field trips to Traditional Neighborhood Developments.
Report only. No action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Chairman Wallace distributed business cards for upcoming Chamber meetings.
The Bartlett Chamber of Commerce has been approaching Lakeland businesses and is interested in partnering with the Lakeland Chamber since Bartlett has full time Chamber staff.
There has been discussion on the Bartlett and Lakeland Chambers jointly hosting a business fair in August.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
The Friendly Face Committee met with the Lakeland Chamber to discuss a City-wide shopping event for tax-free weekend August 5-8. Upon approval by the BOC, promotion for the event and plans will proceed.
Report only. No action taken.
Reports on Selected City Projects (Staff)
- Lakeland Outlet Mall (Atkinson)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
- I-40 Interchange (Stuckert)
Report included in packet.
Josh Roman recommended tabling discussion on the item and adding it to the May Agenda as a tactical item.
The EDC requested that Mr. Wherry provide a detailed status report of the discussions with Nashville regarding the I-40 Interchange.
Discussion only. No action taken.
- City of Lakeland Zip Code (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part2 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. Discussion on the role(s) of EDC (Roman)
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Other
a. Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman
John Dudas made a motion to elect Josh Roman to the position of Vice-Chairman. Tanya Wallace seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Staff proposal for mission, activities, 2010 Strategic Plan accomplishments
Josh Roman made a motion to accept the staff proposal to Economic Development Commission as written. Francis Fairley seconded the motion. (See attached Exhibit “A”)
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
2. Tactical
a. None
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
- Update on I-40 Interchange
- Sign regulation proposals - review and provide comment as they move forward.
- Support for Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce
- Education
- Special EDC Meeting for November.
Mr. Higbee was asked to provide a list of potential tactical items prior to the May EDC meeting
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Tanya Wallace made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Josh Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
These minutes were approved May 27, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:38 p.m., Thursday, April 22, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present (Arrived at 6:41 p.m.)
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 25, 2010.
Josh Roman made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated March 25, 2010, as written. John Dudas seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses. (Thomas)
There were four new businesses reported for the month of April, 2010.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department. (Higbee)
Construction Plans for Lakeview Subdivision (near East Shores) were approved at the March Planning Commission meeting.
The City Hall Parking Lot expansion was approved at the April Planning Commission meeting.
Mr. Higbee gave a report on field trips to Traditional Neighborhood Developments.
Report only. No action taken.
Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Chairman Wallace distributed business cards for upcoming Chamber meetings.
The Bartlett Chamber of Commerce has been approaching Lakeland businesses and is interested in partnering with the Lakeland Chamber since Bartlett has full time Chamber staff.
There has been discussion on the Bartlett and Lakeland Chambers jointly hosting a business fair in August.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
The Friendly Face Committee met with the Lakeland Chamber to discuss a City-wide shopping event for tax-free weekend August 5-8. Upon approval by the BOC, promotion for the event and plans will proceed.
Report only. No action taken.
Reports on Selected City Projects (Staff)
- Lakeland Outlet Mall (Atkinson)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
- I-40 Interchange (Stuckert)
Report included in packet.
Josh Roman recommended tabling discussion on the item and adding it to the May Agenda as a tactical item.
The EDC requested that Mr. Wherry provide a detailed status report of the discussions with Nashville regarding the I-40 Interchange.
Discussion only. No action taken.
- City of Lakeland Zip Code (Wherry)
Report included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. City documents review (discussion), Part2 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
a. Discussion on the role(s) of EDC (Roman)
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Other
a. Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman
John Dudas made a motion to elect Josh Roman to the position of Vice-Chairman. Tanya Wallace seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
a. Staff proposal for mission, activities, 2010 Strategic Plan accomplishments
Josh Roman made a motion to accept the staff proposal to Economic Development Commission as written. Francis Fairley seconded the motion. (See attached Exhibit “A”)
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
2. Tactical
a. None
3. Other
a. Determine items for the next EDC Agenda
- Update on I-40 Interchange
- Sign regulation proposals - review and provide comment as they move forward.
- Support for Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce
- Education
- Special EDC Meeting for November.
Mr. Higbee was asked to provide a list of potential tactical items prior to the May EDC meeting
Discussion only. No action taken.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Tanya Wallace made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Josh Roman seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
These minutes were approved May 27, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m., Thursday, March 25, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Absent (excused)
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
Cecil Tompkins requested the addition of New Business Item 4 “Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman” to the Agenda.
Approved by acclamation. 5-0
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated February 25, 2010
John Dudas made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated February 25, 2010, as written. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
None reported.
Report on Business List (Higbee)
J Higbee commented on the report of the Lakeland Places of Business data included in the EDC Packet.
Discussion only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
The MPC approved the Lakeview Subdivision Construction Plans. The subdivision has 11 estate lots in a gated community.
The BOC & MPC held a joint session on Monday, March 15, 2010, to review miscellaneous legal issues and Article IV of the proposed Land Development Regulations. There will be at least one more joint meeting to finish the review of Article IV.
Members of the BOC, MPC and Advisory Committee traveled to Nashville in early March to look at two TNDs. The group will take some trips to visit local small lot developments.
Mr. Higbee gave a brief report on the International Economic Development Council; Economic Development Strategic Planning course he attended in March.
Report only. No action taken.
Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Report included in packet.
Chairman Wallace contacted LACOC President, Nancy Harrell, for meeting information. As EDC Chairman, Ms. Wallace will function as part of the Chamber Board, will attend meetings when possible and provide the EDC with a Chamber Report.
Report only. No action taken.
Summary of BOC activities (Wherry)
BOC Meeting Summary included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
1. City documents review (discussion), Part 1 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
1. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
1. None
2. Tactical
1. Discussion on the role(s) of EDC (Roman)
By general consensus, item postponed until the next regular meeting.
2. Discussion on additional EDC tactical ideas
i. Attracting & retaining businesses (Fairley)
Review and discussion “Putting the Business Back in Business Retention”
Discussion only. No action taken.
ii. Brainstorming segment (Wallace)
John Dudas requested that J Higbee bring a recommendation of what the EDC can accomplish by the end of the year to the April meeting and set the recommendation as the EDC’s goal for the year.
Members of the EDC requested updates on the status of the Lakeland Outlet Mall, the I-40 Interchange and the City of Lakeland Zip Code.
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Other
1. None
4. Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman
Chairman Wallace recommended deferring item until the April meeting.
Deferred to April Meeting.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
These minutes were approved April 22, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m., Thursday, March 25, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Absent (excused)
Ruppelt, Boyd Absent (excused)
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
Cecil Tompkins requested the addition of New Business Item 4 “Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman” to the Agenda.
Approved by acclamation. 5-0
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated February 25, 2010
John Dudas made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated February 25, 2010, as written. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
None reported.
Report on Business List (Higbee)
J Higbee commented on the report of the Lakeland Places of Business data included in the EDC Packet.
Discussion only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
The MPC approved the Lakeview Subdivision Construction Plans. The subdivision has 11 estate lots in a gated community.
The BOC & MPC held a joint session on Monday, March 15, 2010, to review miscellaneous legal issues and Article IV of the proposed Land Development Regulations. There will be at least one more joint meeting to finish the review of Article IV.
Members of the BOC, MPC and Advisory Committee traveled to Nashville in early March to look at two TNDs. The group will take some trips to visit local small lot developments.
Mr. Higbee gave a brief report on the International Economic Development Council; Economic Development Strategic Planning course he attended in March.
Report only. No action taken.
Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce Report (Wallace)
Report included in packet.
Chairman Wallace contacted LACOC President, Nancy Harrell, for meeting information. As EDC Chairman, Ms. Wallace will function as part of the Chamber Board, will attend meetings when possible and provide the EDC with a Chamber Report.
Report only. No action taken.
Summary of BOC activities (Wherry)
BOC Meeting Summary included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
1. City documents review (discussion), Part 1 (Higbee)
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Tactical
1. None
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Strategic
1. None
2. Tactical
1. Discussion on the role(s) of EDC (Roman)
By general consensus, item postponed until the next regular meeting.
2. Discussion on additional EDC tactical ideas
i. Attracting & retaining businesses (Fairley)
Review and discussion “Putting the Business Back in Business Retention”
Discussion only. No action taken.
ii. Brainstorming segment (Wallace)
John Dudas requested that J Higbee bring a recommendation of what the EDC can accomplish by the end of the year to the April meeting and set the recommendation as the EDC’s goal for the year.
Members of the EDC requested updates on the status of the Lakeland Outlet Mall, the I-40 Interchange and the City of Lakeland Zip Code.
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Other
1. None
4. Discussion or election of Vice-Chairman
Chairman Wallace recommended deferring item until the April meeting.
Deferred to April Meeting.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Francis Fairley seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Voice vote, all in favor. 5-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
These minutes were approved April 22, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Thursday, April 15, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 25, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present (arrived at 6:46 p.m.)
Ruppelt, Boyd Present
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Verbeek, Heidi Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 28, 2010
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to accept the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 28, 2010, as written. John Dudas seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 7-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
None reported.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
The February Planning Commission Agenda contained discussion items only. No action taken and no new projects.
There is an outstanding 55 lot plat by Belz (Water’s Edge development) located on the south edge of Garner Lake. The plat will probably go to the April Planning Commission Meeting.
Mr. Higbee is scheduling some field trips for the BOC, MPC and the Advisory Committee because of concerns that have surfaced regarding the new development regulations. The group will travel to Nashville in March to look at some TNDs. Mr. Higbee is arranging field trips to some small lot subdivisions in Shelby County for comparison.
In order to give the EDC an idea of some of the Planning Department’s projects, Mr. Higbee included a summary of MPC activity since mid 2009 and the BOC Monthly Status Report.
Report only. No action taken.
Summary of BOC activities (Wherry)
BOC Meeting Summary included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
Mr. Wherry reported on the Friendly Face visits to Kroger and AutoZone.
Report only. No action taken.
Report on the EDC Subcommittee, and the 2-25-10 Agenda (Higbee)
Francis Fairley gave a report on the EDC Subcommittee meeting with J Higbee.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Member Introductions
EDC members made introductions providing personal background information and stating what they hope to contribute to the EDC and what they would like to accomplish as an EDC.
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Discussion on a framework for future meetings
A dual-stream, dual-path agenda is being suggested. It is a “time-boxed” agenda that includes both a strategic focus and a tactical focus.
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Discussion on future agendas and assignments
Strategic planning will be a part of each agenda until the EDC has a completed plan. Each agenda will also include a tactical section.
By general consensus, a dual-stream agenda framework was selected.
The strategic focus of the March meeting will include a document review by J Higbee.
The tactical focus will include:
1. The Role(s) of EDC in Cities the Size of Lakeland (Roman)
2. Attracting and Retaining Businesses (Fairley)
3. Brainstorming Segment (Wallace)
4. Discussion about reporting on the Chamber of Commerce at future meetings
A quarterly report from staff would be sufficient.
Discussion only. No action taken.
5. City documents review, Part 1 (Higbee)
By general consensus, item tabled until the next regular meeting.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting. Heidi Verbeek seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
These minutes were approved March 25, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, February 25, 2010, by Chairman Tanya Wallace.
II. ROLL CALL:
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Absent
Dudas, John Present
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present (arrived at 6:46 p.m.)
Ruppelt, Boyd Present
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Verbeek, Heidi Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 28, 2010
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to accept the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 28, 2010, as written. John Dudas seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 7-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses (Thomas)
None reported.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
The February Planning Commission Agenda contained discussion items only. No action taken and no new projects.
There is an outstanding 55 lot plat by Belz (Water’s Edge development) located on the south edge of Garner Lake. The plat will probably go to the April Planning Commission Meeting.
Mr. Higbee is scheduling some field trips for the BOC, MPC and the Advisory Committee because of concerns that have surfaced regarding the new development regulations. The group will travel to Nashville in March to look at some TNDs. Mr. Higbee is arranging field trips to some small lot subdivisions in Shelby County for comparison.
In order to give the EDC an idea of some of the Planning Department’s projects, Mr. Higbee included a summary of MPC activity since mid 2009 and the BOC Monthly Status Report.
Report only. No action taken.
Summary of BOC activities (Wherry)
BOC Meeting Summary included in packet.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Friendly Faces (Wherry)
Mr. Wherry reported on the Friendly Face visits to Kroger and AutoZone.
Report only. No action taken.
Report on the EDC Subcommittee, and the 2-25-10 Agenda (Higbee)
Francis Fairley gave a report on the EDC Subcommittee meeting with J Higbee.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Member Introductions
EDC members made introductions providing personal background information and stating what they hope to contribute to the EDC and what they would like to accomplish as an EDC.
Discussion only. No action taken.
2. Discussion on a framework for future meetings
A dual-stream, dual-path agenda is being suggested. It is a “time-boxed” agenda that includes both a strategic focus and a tactical focus.
Discussion only. No action taken.
3. Discussion on future agendas and assignments
Strategic planning will be a part of each agenda until the EDC has a completed plan. Each agenda will also include a tactical section.
By general consensus, a dual-stream agenda framework was selected.
The strategic focus of the March meeting will include a document review by J Higbee.
The tactical focus will include:
1. The Role(s) of EDC in Cities the Size of Lakeland (Roman)
2. Attracting and Retaining Businesses (Fairley)
3. Brainstorming Segment (Wallace)
4. Discussion about reporting on the Chamber of Commerce at future meetings
A quarterly report from staff would be sufficient.
Discussion only. No action taken.
5. City documents review, Part 1 (Higbee)
By general consensus, item tabled until the next regular meeting.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt moved to adjourn the meeting. Heidi Verbeek seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
These minutes were approved March 25, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Monday, March 1, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010, 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 28, 2010, by Commissioner Cecil Tompkins.
II. ROLL CALL:
Roll Call
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Present
Dudas, John Present (via telephone)
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Present
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Verbeek, Heidi Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
2. Election of Officers
Josh Roman nominated Tanya Wallace for the position of EDC Chairman. Tanya Wallace nominated Josh Roman for the position of EDC Chairman. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed and a roll call vote was taken. Tanya Wallace was elected Chairman.
Roll Call vote. Motion carried. 9-0-0
Anderson, Terri Smith Yea
Brasfield, Kathleen Yea
Dudas, John Yea
Fairley, Francis Yea
Roman, Josh Yea
Ruppelt, Boyd Yea
Tompkins, Cecil Yea
Verbeek , Heidi Yea
Wallace, Tanya Yea
Josh Roman nominated Heidi Verbeek for the position of Vice-Chairman. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Heidi Verbeek was elected Vice-Chairman.
Approved by acclamation. 9-0
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated October 22, 2009, and EDC Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009.
Josh Roman made a motion to amend Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009, to correct the spelling of “Ruppelt” under Old Business item 1 and approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated October 22, 2009, as written and the EDC Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009, as amended. Boyd Ruppelt Seconded the motion.
Motion approved by acclamation. 9-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce.
None.
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses. (Thomas)
No new or closed businesses to report.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department. (Higbee)
RCLCO Study reviewed by EDC in November with recommendations issued to Board of Commissioners went to MPC. The MPC supported all recommendations made by EDC.
Land Development Regulations project proceeding with review through joint meetings with BOC and MPC. Not close to adoption. Still more work to be done.
ATC Fitness has contacted City Hall regarding a sign permit at the Corner Shops location.
Report only. No action taken
Update from Friendly Faces. (Wherry)
Mr. Wherry provided background and an update on the Friendly Face initiative. Four local businesses have been visited by members of the Friendly Face committee accompanied by a representative of the Lakeland EDC/Chamber. Kroger is the next business to be visited.
Report only. No action taken
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Enabling Ordinance establishing the Economic Development Commission. (Wherry)
Discussion Only. No action taken.
2. Discussion on Open Meeting Laws etc. (Wherry)
Discussion Only. No action taken.
3. Discussion on EDC Work Plan. (Higbee)
Josh Roman made a motion that the Economic Development Commission appoint an individual or group to work with City Staff to develop the next EDC Meeting Agenda. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion that the Economic Development Commission accept Mr. Higbee’s three-step framework and that the EDC focus on the development of an EDC Strategic Plan as Step #1 followed by the development of an Annual Work Plan. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
EDC Chairman, Tanya Wallace, appointed Francis Fairley and Josh Roman to work with City staff to develop the next EDC Meeting Agenda.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman moved to adjourn the meeting. Heidi Verbeek seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
These minutes were approved February 25, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010, 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 28, 2010, by Commissioner Cecil Tompkins.
II. ROLL CALL:
Roll Call
Anderson, Terri Smith Present
Brasfield, Kathleen Present
Dudas, John Present (via telephone)
Fairley, Francis Present
Roman, Josh Present
Ruppelt, Boyd Present
Tompkins, Cecil Present
Verbeek, Heidi Present
Wallace, Tanya Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
2. Election of Officers
Josh Roman nominated Tanya Wallace for the position of EDC Chairman. Tanya Wallace nominated Josh Roman for the position of EDC Chairman. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed and a roll call vote was taken. Tanya Wallace was elected Chairman.
Roll Call vote. Motion carried. 9-0-0
Anderson, Terri Smith Yea
Brasfield, Kathleen Yea
Dudas, John Yea
Fairley, Francis Yea
Roman, Josh Yea
Ruppelt, Boyd Yea
Tompkins, Cecil Yea
Verbeek , Heidi Yea
Wallace, Tanya Yea
Josh Roman nominated Heidi Verbeek for the position of Vice-Chairman. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Heidi Verbeek was elected Vice-Chairman.
Approved by acclamation. 9-0
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated October 22, 2009, and EDC Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009.
Josh Roman made a motion to amend Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009, to correct the spelling of “Ruppelt” under Old Business item 1 and approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated October 22, 2009, as written and the EDC Special Meeting Minutes dated November 16, 2009, as amended. Boyd Ruppelt Seconded the motion.
Motion approved by acclamation. 9-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce.
None.
Update on New Business Licenses/Closed Businesses. (Thomas)
No new or closed businesses to report.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department. (Higbee)
RCLCO Study reviewed by EDC in November with recommendations issued to Board of Commissioners went to MPC. The MPC supported all recommendations made by EDC.
Land Development Regulations project proceeding with review through joint meetings with BOC and MPC. Not close to adoption. Still more work to be done.
ATC Fitness has contacted City Hall regarding a sign permit at the Corner Shops location.
Report only. No action taken
Update from Friendly Faces. (Wherry)
Mr. Wherry provided background and an update on the Friendly Face initiative. Four local businesses have been visited by members of the Friendly Face committee accompanied by a representative of the Lakeland EDC/Chamber. Kroger is the next business to be visited.
Report only. No action taken
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on Enabling Ordinance establishing the Economic Development Commission. (Wherry)
Discussion Only. No action taken.
2. Discussion on Open Meeting Laws etc. (Wherry)
Discussion Only. No action taken.
3. Discussion on EDC Work Plan. (Higbee)
Josh Roman made a motion that the Economic Development Commission appoint an individual or group to work with City Staff to develop the next EDC Meeting Agenda. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion that the Economic Development Commission accept Mr. Higbee’s three-step framework and that the EDC focus on the development of an EDC Strategic Plan as Step #1 followed by the development of an Annual Work Plan. Terri Smith-Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
EDC Chairman, Tanya Wallace, appointed Francis Fairley and Josh Roman to work with City staff to develop the next EDC Meeting Agenda.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no other business to discuss, Josh Roman moved to adjourn the meeting. Heidi Verbeek seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
These minutes were approved February 25, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009, 5:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m., Monday, November 16, 2009, by Chairman Connie Hess.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Present (arrived at 5:47 p.m.)
Shirlee Clark Present (via telephone)
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Josh Roman Present (arrived at 5:34 p.m.)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Cecil Tompkins Present
Tanya Wallace Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the RCLCO Study. (Staff)
Pamela Womack made a motion to relax the rules. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Following discussion, Pamela Womack made a motion to come to order. The motion was seconded by John Dudas.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to recommend keeping the RCLCO recommendations in Neighborhood Type III with the following exceptions to “Max Store Size (SF)” found in column seven of the Neighborhood Type III table (page 17 of the RCLCO study) to decrease the maximum store size for parcels of 50 or more acres from 30,000 square feet to 20,000 square feet and decrease the maximum store size for special use parcels 100 or more acres from 50,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet. The motion was seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Connie Hess made a motion to recommend the revision of “Commercial SF MAX” found in column four of the Neighborhood Type IV table (page 20 of the RCLCO study) to reduce the Commercial SF MAX on 15 to 30 acre parcels from 75,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet and reduce the Commercial SF MAX on 30 or more acre parcels from 100,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet; delete “Special Use 50 or more acres”; staff should be directed to explore whether there are Type IV sites that can support 75,000 to 100,000 square feet of commercial development. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-1
The Economic Development Commission considers it important that any retail have adequate visibility and exposure. This being a priority, John Dudas made a motion that signage be evaluated in order to encourage viable businesses. The motion was seconded by Kathleen Brasfield.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
IV. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 28, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009, 5:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m., Monday, November 16, 2009, by Chairman Connie Hess.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Present (arrived at 5:47 p.m.)
Shirlee Clark Present (via telephone)
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Josh Roman Present (arrived at 5:34 p.m.)
Boyd Ruppelt Present
Cecil Tompkins Present
Tanya Wallace Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the RCLCO Study. (Staff)
Pamela Womack made a motion to relax the rules. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Following discussion, Pamela Womack made a motion to come to order. The motion was seconded by John Dudas.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to recommend keeping the RCLCO recommendations in Neighborhood Type III with the following exceptions to “Max Store Size (SF)” found in column seven of the Neighborhood Type III table (page 17 of the RCLCO study) to decrease the maximum store size for parcels of 50 or more acres from 30,000 square feet to 20,000 square feet and decrease the maximum store size for special use parcels 100 or more acres from 50,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet. The motion was seconded by Connie Hess.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
Connie Hess made a motion to recommend the revision of “Commercial SF MAX” found in column four of the Neighborhood Type IV table (page 20 of the RCLCO study) to reduce the Commercial SF MAX on 15 to 30 acre parcels from 75,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet and reduce the Commercial SF MAX on 30 or more acre parcels from 100,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet; delete “Special Use 50 or more acres”; staff should be directed to explore whether there are Type IV sites that can support 75,000 to 100,000 square feet of commercial development. Boyd Ruppelt seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-1
The Economic Development Commission considers it important that any retail have adequate visibility and exposure. This being a priority, John Dudas made a motion that signage be evaluated in order to encourage viable businesses. The motion was seconded by Kathleen Brasfield.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
IV. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, Boyd Ruppelt made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Connie Hess seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 9-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 28, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
CITY OF LAKELAND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, September 24, 2009, by Chairman Connie Hess.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
Shirlee Clark Present (via telephone)
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Josh Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Absent
Cecil Tompkins Absent
Tanya Wallace Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, September 24 2009.
John Dudas made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated September 24, 2009, as written. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion approved by acclamation. 6-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce (Hess)
Report only. No action taken.
Update on New Business Licenses (Thomas)
One new business since the September 24, 2009,meeting. Research is being conducted on the inclusion of “closed businesses” in future reports.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
* Harding Academy approval recommendation by Planning Commission; scheduled for BOC.
* Rezoning for Waters Edge approval recommendation by Planning Commission; scheduled for BOC.
* Waters Edge preparing to bring in Plat.
* Codes project proceeding. Hope to have final draft by the end of the 2009 and adopt by May 2010.
* Boyle to provide a report Monday or Tuesday on the value and possible uses of the 100 acres at Davies Plantation and Canada Road.
* I-40 Interchange traffic signal installation scheduled to begin this week. There has been no additional communication on the interchange.
Report only. No action taken.
Update on the Friendly Faces Program (Hess)
Friendly Faces visited the Scottish Inn and discussed some of their concerns i.e. tax rate, visibility of signs. Interested in developing a new strip mall on property they own across the street from the Inn. Owners requested demographic information.
Friendly Faces visited Flowers by Regis and discussed sign concerns and visibility. The business owner is interested in a location closer to the street. Business owner suggested an annual sidewalk sale to benefit Lakeland businesses and inquired about regulations governing marquises. Offered to decorate City Hall for the holiday season and is interested in placing a float in the holiday parade.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the Tennessee Three-Star Certification Program. (Clark)
Motion made by Shirlee Clark to defer discussion on this item until the next scheduled meeting after the first of the year. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the RCLCO Study. (Staff)
Following discussion, Chairman Hess called a Special Meeting for Monday, November 16, 2009, at 5:30 p.m. to assemble a list of questions regarding the RCLCO study and form a recommendation to forward to the Board of Commissioners.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Seventh Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, Tuesday, December 1, 6:30 PM at Club Windward.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 28, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m., Thursday, September 24, 2009, by Chairman Connie Hess.
II. ROLL CALL:
Kathleen Brasfield Absent
Shirlee Clark Present (via telephone)
John Dudas Present
Connie Hess Present
Josh Roman Present
Boyd Ruppelt Absent
Cecil Tompkins Absent
Tanya Wallace Present
Pamela Womack Present
City of Lakeland Staff Present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Theresa Meyer, Office Coordinator
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
EDC Regular Meeting Minutes, September 24 2009.
John Dudas made a motion to approve the EDC Regular Meeting Minutes dated September 24, 2009, as written. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion approved by acclamation. 6-0
IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
V. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD:
Update on Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce (Hess)
Report only. No action taken.
Update on New Business Licenses (Thomas)
One new business since the September 24, 2009,meeting. Research is being conducted on the inclusion of “closed businesses” in future reports.
Report only. No action taken.
Update from Planning Department (Higbee)
* Harding Academy approval recommendation by Planning Commission; scheduled for BOC.
* Rezoning for Waters Edge approval recommendation by Planning Commission; scheduled for BOC.
* Waters Edge preparing to bring in Plat.
* Codes project proceeding. Hope to have final draft by the end of the 2009 and adopt by May 2010.
* Boyle to provide a report Monday or Tuesday on the value and possible uses of the 100 acres at Davies Plantation and Canada Road.
* I-40 Interchange traffic signal installation scheduled to begin this week. There has been no additional communication on the interchange.
Report only. No action taken.
Update on the Friendly Faces Program (Hess)
Friendly Faces visited the Scottish Inn and discussed some of their concerns i.e. tax rate, visibility of signs. Interested in developing a new strip mall on property they own across the street from the Inn. Owners requested demographic information.
Friendly Faces visited Flowers by Regis and discussed sign concerns and visibility. The business owner is interested in a location closer to the street. Business owner suggested an annual sidewalk sale to benefit Lakeland businesses and inquired about regulations governing marquises. Offered to decorate City Hall for the holiday season and is interested in placing a float in the holiday parade.
Report only. No action taken.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the Tennessee Three-Star Certification Program. (Clark)
Motion made by Shirlee Clark to defer discussion on this item until the next scheduled meeting after the first of the year. Motion seconded by Josh Roman.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 6-0
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion and possible action on the RCLCO Study. (Staff)
Following discussion, Chairman Hess called a Special Meeting for Monday, November 16, 2009, at 5:30 p.m. to assemble a list of questions regarding the RCLCO study and form a recommendation to forward to the Board of Commissioners.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Seventh Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, Tuesday, December 1, 6:30 PM at Club Windward.
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
John Dudas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Pamela Womack seconded the motion.
Motion carried, voice vote, all in favor. 8-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
These minutes were approved January 28, 2010.
Tanya Wallace, Chairman
ATTEST:
Theresa Meyer, Deputy City Recorder
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