Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2024 02 28

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Revitalization Commission Minutes January 24, 2024 Page 2 of 6 Public Comments on Items Not on the Agenda: None Reports of Commission: Staff updates The new Economic Vitality Manager Vanessa Zarete was introduced to the Commissioners. The Economic Vitality Specialist reviewed the staff updates which were provided in the meeting packet. The Director of Community Development mentioned that Commissioners Tofte and Harald attended the South Street Underpass meeting and that multiple versions of the underpass designs were presented. Commissioner Tofte gave an update on the meeting and noted that the underpass seems to be important for a potential train station in the area. He encouraged everyone to review the plans online. Commissioner Harald added that having the greater context of the HWY 42 project was very helpful. Most of the conversation was about how does South Street get modified as an entryway/transition from downtown to the underpass rather than the physical design of the underpass. At the next LRC meeting we will talk about funding options. Mayor Leh noted that the rail piece is new to some people and suggested a future meeting topic to discuss. There should be an update on this at the Metro Mayor's meeting in March. 2024 Open Government and Ethics Pamphlet The EV Specialist noted that all commissioners should have received the 2024 Open Government and Ethics Pamphlet and asked for acknowledgement that it has been received. The Commissioners acknowledged receipt of the pamphlet and had no questions. Board and Commission Rules of Procedure The EV Specialist noted that all commissioners should have received the Board & Commission Rules of Procedure and asked for acknowledgement that it has been received. The Commissioners acknowledged receipt of the document and had no questions. Downtown Business Association Updates Commissioner Williams was not available for the last meeting as the meeting schedule has changed to the 2nd Friday of the month. There seemed to be overwhelming support for the Main Street closure proposal. Mayor Leh noted that the Council gave direction to staff to review the pros and cons of closing Main Street only in 2024 at this time and staff will provide information to Council at a later meeting, likely in March. Commissioner Williams suggested that the LRC could financially support the closure of Main Street if needed. Commissioner Lipton suggested that during the downtown streetscape and vision planning process, long term investment for Main Street should be considered. DBA President Rick Kron provided updates from the DBA. He noted that there is very high support for a Main Street closure, and this was the primary topic at the last DBA meeting. He voiced he still doesn't think the underpass is a good idea. There was also discussion around the ice rink. The banner won't be put up this year as there are only 3 weeks left this season. Agenda Packet P. 4