Economic Vitality Committee Agenda and Packet 2023 05 19

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Economic Vitality Committee Meeting Minutes April 21, 2023 Page 2 of 3 are available online, but any businesses that were at all impacted by the Marshall Fire could be eligible. 8. Discussion/Direction- Economic Vitality Committee Purpose Statement: Chair Leh began the discussion with some background of the EVC's previous discussion regarding a Purpose Statement. Chair Leh stated that the goal of today's discussion was to agree on a statement to take to City Council. Chair Leh introduced the revisions that he had made to the proposed statement since the last meeting. The EVC spent some time reviewing and discussing the proposed statement. There was conversation around the four bullet points and the language used. Members of the public in attendance also gave feedback regarding some of the proposed language and meaning. Following the discussion and some minor revisions to the proposed purpose statement, Chair Leh made a motion to advance the purpose statement as stated to City Council for approval. A summary of the revisions and the final purpose statement that will be going to City Council is included as Attachment #1. 9. Discussion/Direction- April 27 Business Forum Update: Specialist Brown gave an overview of the Business Forum planned for April 27. He noted that the Forum will be held at the Louisville Recreation and Senior Center (900 Via Appia Way). Brian Lewandowski from the CU Leeds School of Business will be the guest speaker, providing an update on Colorado's economy. Specialist Brown also presented the tentative agenda. Specialist Brown concluded his comments with an overview of the event logistics, food, and marketing efforts. Chair Leh responded that he would like to use today's meeting to discuss the agenda and expectations of the Business Forum. Chair Leh stated that he would like an opportunity to welcome the attendees and provide a brief introduction. Chair Leh asked which City Staff will be in attendance and suggested that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Program Manager Monai Myles be in attendance. Staff confirmed that Planning, Economic Vitality, and Sustainability staff will all be present. Staff confirmed that they will reach out to Manager Myles. Chair Leh asked for public feedback on the proposed agenda. Public Comment from Eric Reed: Mr. Reed stated that previous Business Forums did not provide enough time for open conversation between the business community and City Council and staff. Chair Leh wondered whether some portions of the agenda could be shortened or moved around to allow for a more robust discussion with City Council. Mayor Agenda Packet P. 4