Business Retention and Development Committee Agenda and Packet 2011 10 03

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BRaD Meeting Summary September 6, 2011 Page 3 of 4 Michal Menaker asked about the B- Bike program, and Audrey DeBarros and Troy Russ replied that a grant has been applied for but not awarded yet. US36 Commuting Solutions met with Kiosk and each bicycle station will cost $30,000, and the plan would be to have these bike stations available for the B Cycle System which still has no vendor. RETENTION MEETINGS: Gaiam - Michael Menaker reported that Gaiam has completely transformed the old Neodata building . They have 140 full-time employees and wish to sub-lease to their solar division. Gaiam is a sponsor for the Street Faire, and they are happy to be in Louisville. Divine Canine - Hank Dalton reported this company has completed their move to the old rental center. It’s a clean, full-service kennel and canine daycare facility with a capacity of 75 dogs for daycare/boarding. They are happy to be in their new location. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN – Bonnie Star Bonnie reviewed for 2011-2012. Committee members gave their corrections/additions to the document. Member Dalton moved to approve, however, Michael Menaker had additional comments. He asked how do we envision going forward with the grain elevator? There is a need to focus on Centennial Valley and felt it was necessary for staff to discuss an urban renewal area in Centennial Valley. Chair Sackett commented on the vacant Sam’s building and recognizes the need for Centennial Valley. Bonnie reviewed all the changes to the document, and will update as needed, and she will bring an updated copy to next meeting. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE – Bonnie Star Money Magazine – City of Louisville #1 Place to Live Louisville Book by Wayne Lee and Maggie Snyder – gave ideas for use of the book. The book has been out for 2 weeks and is available for purchase, there will be a signing at the Farmers Market, cost is $35.00, 1500 have been printed and 600 sold Troy Russ announced that Atkins and Winston has been selected as the firm to conduct the Highway 42 and Underpass Study. This item will go to Council in 2 weeks. Book Seller in place and looking for tenant for the northern space Tussey building for lease at $2,000/month Beer brewing operations looking at various locations Bioscience/incubators looking for location in CTC – scheduled for 10/25 study session Old Rite Aid/Checker building – possible tenant wants more visibility to the front of the building. Bonnie worked with City staff on a possible tree removal and she’ll take before and after photos Little action on the old A&W building – Bonnie has contacted a breakfast restaurant but not currently interested but maybe in a year Via Toscana – Visited with staff to discuss expansion plan Pizza place going into the same center COMMITTEE REPORTS – th Shelley Angell, Chamber - Business Showcase on September 29 at the Gatehouse in Lafayette from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – 50 to 60 businesses will be attending.