A) CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mason at 5:35 p.m.

Members present: Mayor Gabe Campbell, Fred DiMartino, John Kurtz, Hugh Mason, Jeff Porter, John Yaroch, Jeannine Wallace and Dan Barron (arrived at 5:45 p.m.)
Members absent: John Taylor

Staff present: City Planner Gerry Harsch

B) APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The agenda was approved as presented.

C) INQUIRY INTO POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

None

D) APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. May 27, 2003 Regular Meeting Minutes

Motion made by Fred DiMartino and seconded by Jeannine Wallace to approve the minutes of May 27, 2003 as presented. Motion was adopted by unanimously by voice vote.

E) PUBLIC INPUT, NOT RELATED TO OTHER AGENDA ITEMS

Larry Freedman asked if the DDA had an interest in protecting the Apple Tree building. The building used to be the office of Earl Young. He feels the City should be taking steps to protect buildings of historic significance.

The DDA generally agreed that the City Council should consider creating a historic district. Mr. Harsch advised the Board that a facade study was done approximately 15 years ago, but at the time of the study, there was no interest in establishing the guidelines. The creation of a historic district is a long complex process. He will bring a proposed resolution to the next DDA meeting for its consideration.

John Campbell, Chairman of the Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce thanked the DDA for its support in building the temporary restroom. Additional screening is planned to enhance the look of the building.

F) NEW BUSINESS

1. Update on Various Projects and Discussion of Future Projects

Temporary restroom facility

It was generally agreed that the temporary restroom facilities have been a success. A lot of people have been using them. There were a few bugs in beginning, but things have been ironed out.

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Parking structure

Chairman Mason shared information with the Board on a recent presentation from Walker Consultants. They specialize in building parking structures. He feels that this item will be coming up in the near future.

John Campbell stated that this is not a unique thought. The idea was looked at more than 30 years ago. The structure could be used to consolidate existing parking lots and get rid of some of the asphalt in the downtown area. The structure could also be a multi-use building parking - retail - etc.

Downtown Coordinator

Chairman Mason introduced to the Board the new Downtown Coordinator Amy Lalewicz.

Purchase of Old Middle School

City Planner Gerry Harsch advised the Board that the attorneys are working on the environmental study for the property. It is estimated to completed in the next few weeks. The School is presently having title work done. The Act 99 financing should be ready in the next 30-45 days.

DDA Master Plan

John Yaroch asked that the DDA look at updating its master plan. It was generally agreed that the Board to review it in the future.

G) OLD BUSINESS None

H) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

I) ADJOURNMENT

Motion made by John Yaroch and seconded by John Kurtz to adjourn. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m.


Linda Weller, Recording Secretary