Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2024 09 18

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Revitalization Commission Minutes August 21, 2024 Page 4 of 9 Chair Adler expressed support for re -approval of this project. Chair Adler made a motion to approve the $13,880 for the installation and completion of the Greg Fields sculpture project. Commissioner Tofte seconded. Roll call vote: unanimously approved. Public Comment: Louisville Resident Mark Cathcart commented that he was a member of the Cultural Council who proposed bringing this statue to the LRC for funding because the Cultural Council didn't have funding to support the installation. He noted that the lettering in the underpass was designed by the same artist. Mr. Cathcart endorsed this project and encouraged the LRC to approve this project. Discussion and Decision for Approval of Direct Assistance Application for Ironton The Economic Vitality Manager provided an overview of the direct assistance application for Ironton Distillery. The application and supporting documentation were included in the meeting packet. The request to the LRC is to approve moving forward with third party review for this TIF agreement. Andy Jonson with D&J Design was present to answer any questions. Commissioner Iglesias made a motion to approve the application for direct financial assistance for Ironton Distillery third party review not to exceed $20,000. Commissioner Williams seconded. Roll Call Vote: unanimously approved. Commissioner Comments: Commissioner Iglesias asked if Ironton plans on closing the Rino location. The business owner confirmed that this is the intent of this project, to move all operations to Louisville. Commissioner Iglesias asked why Louisville. The business owner commented that his business partner desired moving to a smaller community with access to the interstate system for distribution purposes. He added that the plan had always been to move out of the Rino area, noting that the area is under heavy construction and the property no longer fits the needs of the business. He added that the zoning and location of the property was what they were looking for. Ironton has already been participating in the Street Faire and Farmers Market events in the community. Commissioner Iglesias expressed support for this application. Commissioner Williams agreed with Commissioner Iglesias and expressed support for this application. Chair Adler expressed support for this application. Public Comments: None Discussion and Decision for Approval of Direct Assistance Application for Delo Boom The Economic Vitality Manager provided an overview of the Direct Assistance Application for Delo Boom. The application and supporting documentation were included in the meeting packet.