Economic Vitality Committee Agenda and Packet 2022 06 17

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Economic Vitality Committee Meeting Minutes May 20, 2022 Page 2of4 Public Comment from Rick Kron: Mr. Kron recommended that Downtown Colorado, Inc. might be a good contact for securing a speaker. He reiterated Councilmember Fahey's concern that it is difficult to draw larger businesses to events like this. Public Comment from Chris Leh: Councilmember Leh commented that the Redtail Ridge election may have been on everyone's mind. He continued that there may be an opportunity for a general announcement at the beginning of the event regarding larger issues. Councilmember Dickinson closed his comments by confirming that there is interest in hosting an event in October. Director Pierce commented that the forum was not necessarily intended to align with the strategic plan, but that Staff will explore this possibility. Councilmember Dickinson commented that this event could be an opportunity for the business community to provide direct feedback on the strategic plan. Director Pierce responded that if that is a desired outcome of the forum, then the format may need to change, such as having a panel instead of a speaker. Director Pierce confirmed that Staff has enough feedback to move forward with planning an event in October. Councilmember Most commented that it's important for the EVC to introduce themselves and their purpose at events like this and that the purpose of these events should be clearly indicated. Public Comment from Chris Leh: Councilmember Leh questioned how to get feedback from the business community without members of the business community being included on EVC and wondered if an event like this could be used for that purpose. VII. Discussion/Direction- Strategic Plan Action #2-3: Business Satisfaction Survey Update: Director Pierce presented a brief overview of Business Satisfaction Survey efforts and responses received so far. She confirmed that the survey will likely remain open another week and that there should be a draft of results available for the June meeting. Chair Dickinson commented that it is a significant number of responses and that he is hopeful that there will be good information gathered. He also continued that receiving a response to comments would help members of the business community to feel involved. Director Pierce commented that it may not be possible to respond to all comments but that all survey responses will be posted online. Councilmember Fahey asked whether these results could be included in the Business Forum. Director Pierce confirmed that could be an option. Agenda Packet P. 4