Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2024 02 28

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Revitalization Commission Minutes January 24, 2024 Page 5of6 There was a discussion about examples for what the opportunity areas might present more specifically. There was a discussion about activating downtown with more foot traffic and a question on the current timeline for construction. Hunter noted that the construction timeline for the development will likely be around 16 months once it begins. There was a discussion about the transition from the Little Italy neighborhood to the north to the proposed property and a concern about having tall townhouses on Griffith due to current ice buildup issues along this street. Hunter proposed a meeting with residents of the Little Italy neighborhood to discuss options and mentioned that so far, they have not received response to their inquiries to these residents. Public Comment: Rick Kron mentioned support for this development Josh Cooperman suggested that a -bike parking with solar awning would be a great addition to the development. Discussion — Bag Tax Funded Sustainability Programs Overview Sustainability Coordinator Hannah Miller presented an informational update and overview of the Bag Tax Funded Sustainability programs. Commissioner Comments: none There was a discussion on how the outreach is being done. Public Comment: none Future Agenda Items Discussion Items for Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, February 21, 2024: South Street Underpass Funding 2. Comp Plan and Downtown Vision Plan Updates 3. Executive Session for Property Acquisition 4. Fagade Improvement Program Applications Commissioner Comments: Commissioner Williams won't be in person for the February LRC meeting. Commissioner Tofte commented that a funding request to LRC may come quickly for the S. Street underpass project and asked to review where LRC funding/revenues are to provide background for this discussion. Agenda Packet P. 7