Economic Vitality Committee Agenda and Packet 2023 01 27

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Economic Vitality Committee Meeting Minutes December 16, 2022 Page 2 of 5 Mike Kranzdorf commented on the commercial energy code ordinance, asking for Council to consider delaying its vote. He agreed that the ordinance is difficult to comprehend and that he and many businesses are not sure how the ordinance will actually impact them. He concluded his comments by suggesting that if Council feels they do need to act, then they should consider doing what Erie did and require electric -ready. Chair Dickinson mentioned that there was a ribbon cutting in the morning for the first completed rebuild of a home lost in the Marshall Fire. He emphasized that the return of residents to Louisville is an important aspect of Louisville's economic vitality. Councilmember Most asked whether all of the permits issued so far have been for residents rebuilding rather than developers. Director Zuccaro confirmed that the vast majority of permits are for Louisville residents rebuilding their homes. Councilmember Most also thanked Planning and Building staff for their efforts in helping residents return home. After concluding public comments, Chair Dickinson announced that he must leave the meeting at 2:40 PM. 6. Discussion/Direction- Economic Vitality Committee Work Plan: Specialist Brown presented an opportunity for the Committee to discuss the development of its Work Plan. Chair Dickinson clarified that City Council will be having its Work Plan discussion on January 17, and wondered how the EVC can affect that conversation. City Manager Durbin responded that the EVC can review Council's Work Plan and identify areas that they wish to prioritize. Councilmember Most expressed concern that smaller businesses may not be aware of the process of accessing benefits that the City provides. She requested a list of business that have participated in the Business Assistance Program (BAP) and would like to identify new businesses that did not participate in the BAP. Public Comment from Mark Oberholzer: Mr. Oberholzer agreed and added that new, small businesses may not have the connections or knowledge to inquire about business incentives that they may have been eligible to receive until they are already in Louisville. Councilmember Fahey responded that new businesses need to have appropriate contact info for all City contacts that may help them get started in Louisville. Agenda Packet P. 3