Economic Vitality Committee Agenda and Packet 2023 08 18

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Economic Vitality Committee Meeting Minutes July 31, 2023 Page 2 of 7 Manager Kroner continued with an update on the ice skating rink. The City entered into an agreement with Rocky Rinks for equipment purchase, equipment rental, and management services to conduct the City's annual wintertime outdoor ice skating rink. City Council reviewed and approved this agreement during its June 20 meeting. She continued with an update on the revised draft dark sky lighting ordinance that went to Planning Commission on July 13. The Commission did not make a recommendation on the ordinance, continuing it to the August 10 Planning Commission. She confirmed that the revised ordinance is available online. Manager Kroner announced that staff will be hosting an open house on August 29 from 6 — 8 PM to allow businesses to provide feedback on potential amendments to the energy code. She also mentioned that staff is in the process of interviewing consultants for the Downtown Vision Plan for Streetscapes and Public Places RFP. Following the interviews, staff will enter into an agreement for consulting services with the chosen consultant. Char Leh asked whether this is just a consulting process. Manager Kroner confirmed that the RFP is only for consulting services and that any actual improvements will be a longer -term project. Manager Kroner revealed that staff is working with the Louisville Chamber to plan a fall Business Forum. Staff plans to solicit feedback from the business community and collect questions to be asked during the forum. Manager Kroner concluded her updates with a summary of the revised EVC Work Plan that was discussed in June. Councilmember Most thanked Manager Kroner for her work on condensing the EVC Work Plan and her efforts with the business community. She also asked whether there were any updates on the former Lowe's property (1171 W Dillon Road). Manager Kroner responded that there was no update at this time. Chair Leh asked whether there was a proposed date for the Business Forum. Manager Kroner responded that staff has not selected a date yet, but is working with the Chamber to discuss several potential dates. Mayor Pro Tern Fahey asked if, in addition to the written questions submitted ahead of time, there would be an opportunity for the business community to ask new questions at the forum. Manager Kroner responded that staff has not decided on any details yet but is still brainstorming the best way to facilitate the forum. She confirmed that there would likely be an opportunity for new questions and comments to be presented during the forum. Char Leh asked whether the Business Forum could be included on the next agenda. Manager Kroner confirmed that it will be an item of discussion at the next meeting. 7. Discussion- Concept Plan Review: City Manager Durbin introduced the Concept Plan as a way for applicants to get feedback from City Council prior to Agenda Packet P. 3