A G E N D A JAMES CITY COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING 101 D Mounts Bay Road Williamsburg, VA 23185 May 12, 2016 8:00 AM
A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Minutes Adoption - April 14, 2016 Meeting D. FINANCIAL REPORTS 1. April 2016 Financial Reports E. CLOSED SESSION 1. (1) Discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body regarding the JCC Marina; and (2) Discussion concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community for consideration of the award of incentive packages; and (3) consultation with legal counsel employed or retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), (A)(5), and (A)(7) of the Code of Virginia 2. Closed Session Certification F. NEW BUSINESS 1. Quarterly Arts Report 2. Google Street View for Business G. OLD BUSINESS 1. Adoption of Proposed FY 2017 EDA Budget 2. LPGA Host Schedule H. LIAISON REPORTS 1. Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance 2. Planning Commission 3. Launchpad 4. Greater Williamsburg Partnership 5. RAISE Advisory Committee 6. James River Commerce Center Architectural Review Board 7. Real Estate Holdings 8. Finance 9. Strategic Planning Advisory Group I. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. Director's Report J. UPCOMING DATES OF INTEREST 1. LPGA Tournament - May 19-22, 2016 2. TrEE Meeting, May 18, 2016, 11:30 am till 1 pm at Legacy Hall 3. Celebration of Business, Fall - Date and Location to be Determined K. ADJOURNMENT 1. Adjourn until 8 am on June 9, 2016 for the Regular Meeting AGENDA ITEM NO. C.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Teresa J. Fellows, Recording Secretary
SUBJECT: Minutes Adoption - April 14, 2016 Meeting
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type April 2016 EDA Minutes Minutes REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:09 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:16 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:22 PM MINUTES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) OF JAMES CITY COUNTY 101-D Mounts Bay Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185 April 14, 2016 8:00 AM
A. CALL TO ORDER
At 8:06 a.m., Mr. Tingle called the meeting to order.
B. ROLL CALL
Robin D. Carson, Vice Chairman - Absent Paul W. Gerhardt Tim G. Harris Stephen H. Montgomery Christopher J. Odle Marshall N. Warner Thomas G. Tingle, Chairman
Russell C. Seymour, EDA Secretary Maxwell Hlavin, EDA Legal Counsel Stephanie Lahr, EDA Fiscal Agent Teresa J. Fellows, EDA Recording Secretary Kate Sipes, OED Assistant Director Jenni Tomes, Treasurer
Also Present: Tara Woodruff, Director, Budget and Accounting Division Courtney Rodgers, Senior Vice President, Davenport & Company, LLC Martha Warthen, Bond Counsel, Hunton & Williams, LLP
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes Adoption - March 10, 2016, Regular Meeting
A motion to Approve was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
D. FINANCIAL REPORTS
1. March 2016 Financial Reports
A motion to Approve was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
Mr. Tingle recommended altering the agenda and moving the first two New Business Items up prior to the Closed Session.
The rest of the Economic Development Authority (EDA) voiced its agreement.
F. NEW BUSINESS
2. Ratification of Lease Revenue Bonds
A motion to Approve was made by Mr. Gerhardt, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
Ms. Woodruff addressed the EDA giving an overview of the memorandum and resolution included in the Agenda Packet. She introduced Mr. Courtney Rodgers and Ms. Martha Warthen and stated that they were available to answer any questions.
Mr. Tingle asked for clarification on the collateral for the lease revenue bonds since Berkeley Middle School is technically in the City of Williamsburg and cannot be used.
Ms. Warthen stated that Toano Middle School will be the collateral as it is located in James City County.
Mr. Tingle clarified that by ratifying these lease revenue bonds, it does not make the EDA liable for them in any way.
Ms. Warthen stated correct.
After the approval, Ms. Warthen, Mr. Rodgers and Ms. Woodruff left the meeting.
1. Presentation by Mr. Jim Carroll
Mr. Jim Carroll, Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of Hampton Roads, addressed the EDA giving a presentation on current initiatives and services. He stated that so far this year, the SBDC has seen five clients from James City County, and the goal is to see 400 clients from throughout the region by the year’s end. He highlighted the SBDC website which collates information and data that is useful and beneficial to clients. There is online business training available through the website, as well, that is accessible 24 hours a day and free of charge to clients. He discussed micro- lending, through ACCION, a non-bank lender that offers micro-lending to businesses throughout the region. He discussed the formation of disaster lending, essentially offering bridge loans to businesses that are effected by natural disasters. Those bridge loans would help the business get back on its feet until the insurance check comes in. He stated that the SBDC is looking to establish this throughout the region by working with banks to pledge funds to a disaster loan fund. He thanked the EDA for its continued support.
Mr. Tingle asked about the funding streams.
Mr. Carroll stated that the SBDC receives Small Business Administration funds, funds from the localities throughout the region, and from individuals or groups that wish to sponsor specific programs.
Mr. Tingle asked the amount of the SBDC annual budget.
Mr. Carroll stated that in round numbers, roughly $500,000 between funds and in-kind matches.
Mr. Tingle asked about the relationship between our incubator, Launchpad and the SBDC.
Mr. Carroll stated that out of the SBDC budget, $25,000 goes to pay half of the salary of the Incubator Manager, Tim Ryan. In exchange, the clients in the incubator are counted as SBDC clients, have access to all of the SBDC resources and have Tim Ryan there to offer one-on-one confidential business counseling.
The EDA thanked Mr. Carroll for his presentation and his support of our incubator.
E. CLOSED SESSION
1. The discussion concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5) of the Code of Virginia
A motion to Enter a Closed Session was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
At 8:44 a.m., the EDA entered Closed Session.
Mr. Gerhardt left the room because of a conflict of interest.
The EDA re-entered Open Session at 8:55 a.m.
2. Closed Session Certification
A motion to Certify the Close Session was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 5 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 1 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Abstain: Gerhardt Absent: Carson
F. NEW BUSINESS (continued)
3. Adoption of Proposed FY 17 EDA Budget
A motion to Postpone was made by Mr. Gerhardt, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
Mr. Seymour and Ms. Lahr addressed the EDA giving an overview of the proposed budget included in the Agenda Packet.
General discussion ensued about the breakdown of the budget line items including the Launchpad budget numbers.
It was recommended that the Launchpad budget numbers be broken out separately and in more detail showing revenue and expenses.
Mr. Seymour stated that the incubator has never really had a budget previously, but now that the County is the fiscal agent for the Launchpad, Mr. Ryan and Ms. Lahr have been working together on a budget.
General discussion ensued about the EDA owned property at the James River Commerce Park and about the option to lease the Marina property.
The EDA declined to take action on the proposed EDA budget. They asked that it be ready for adoption at the May 9, 2016, EDA meeting.
4. Approval for Economic Development Authority Grants - EZ
A motion to Approve was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
Ms. Sipes gave a brief overview of the memorandum included in the Agenda Packet.
5. Skybox Host Sign-Up Sheet - LPGA Tournament
Staff circulated a sign-up sheet for EDA members to sign up as hosts in the skybox throughout the tournament.
6. Amend Calendar to Add Joint Work Session with Board of Supervisors on September 27, 2016, at 4 p.m.
A motion to Approve was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
G. OLD BUSINESS
Mr. Tingle asked for any follow-up questions or comments on last month’s presentation by Mr. Hines from the Timmons Group.
General discussion ensued about the readiness of the EDA owned property and the other available commercial property in the County.
Mr. Montgomery stated that the timeframe and cost required to get to the point of being shovel-ready is very discouraging.
Mr. Gerhardt requested that this discussion be had in-depth when Ms. Larson is in attendance.
Mr. Tingle and Mr. Montgomery both stated that the County cannot compete with other localities that are offering expedited site plan approvals and do not require Special Use Permits.
H. LIAISON REPORTS
1. Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance - Nothing new to report.
2. Planning Commission – Board of Supervisors passed the initiating resolution for the PUD-C Food Manufacturing change and the Food Truck Ordinance. The next step is the Policy Committee. 3. Launchpad - Board meeting scheduled for next month, and the Management Board is pushing Mr. Ryan to provide profit and loss information for the incubator.
4. Greater Williamsburg Partnership - Draft by laws for the group have been sent out to all three localities for the creation of the 501 c6.
5. Regional Air Service Enhancement Fund Advisory Committee - No activity.
6. James River Commerce Center Architectural Review Board - No activity.
7. Real Estate Holdings - Continued discussions with the potential tenant for the Marina property and hopefully will have an agreement of sorts at the next meeting.
8. Finance - Nothing new to report.
9. Strategic Planning Advisory Group - Nothing new to report, next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 25, 2016.
I. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
1. April Report
Mr. Seymour gave a brief overview of the Director’s Report included in the Agenda Packet.
J. ADJOURNMENT
1. Adjourn until 8 a.m. on May 12, 2016, for the Regular Meeting
A motion to Adjourn was made by Mr. Montgomery, the motion result was Passed.
AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: 1 Ayes: Gerhardt, Harris, Montgomery, Odle, Warner, Tingle Absent: Carson
At 9:51 a.m., Mr. Tingle adjourned the EDA.
Thomas G. Tingle, Chair Russell C. Seymour, Secretary AGENDA ITEM NO. D.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Stephanie Lahr, EDA Fiscal Agent
SUBJECT: April 2016 Financial Reports
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type April Treasurer's Report Exhibit April Expenditures Report Exhibit REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:00 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:04 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:08 PM FY 16 Jennifer D. Tomes, Treasurer Economic Development Authority April 2016
FY 2016 Estimated Collected Collected Code Revenue April '16 To Date
021-192-0628 Expense Reimbursement $964.58 021-305-3511 Interest Revenue $12,500.00 $736.92 $8,004.41 021-308-3400 Lease Income $14,725.00 $15,425.00 021-309-3699 Miscellaneous Revenue $20,000.00 $115,239.03 021-309-3971 Incubator Misc Rev $19,200.00 $12,480.00 021-309-3972 Bond Fee Revenue $6,000.00 $3,332.65 $23,233.41 021-310-3014 JCC Contribution $82,000.00 021-310-3037 Member Contributions $74,000.00 $79,000.00 021-310-3736 Landlord Contributions $50,000.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS (CURRENT MONTH) $24,069.57 TOTAL RECEIPTS (FISCAL YEAR) $386,346.43
Balance Forward June 30, 2015 $1,238,005.28
Total $1,624,351.71
Disbursements (Current Month) $6,447.00 Disbursements (Previous) $583,012.11
Total Disbursements to Date $589,459.11
Balance $1,034,892.60
Checking $260,362.31 Invested $774,530.29
Cash Balance $1,034,892.60 JAMES CITY COUNTY James City County EXPENDITURES- ALL FUNDS 05-May-16 jccExp: Year ( 2016 ) Period ( 10 )
Ledger ID Ledger Description TOTAL BUDGET MTD EXPENSES ENCUMBRANCES YTD EXPENSES BALANCE ACTUAL % (021) EDA (259) EDA Operating 021-259-0200 ADVERTISING $1,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $247.50 $752.50 24.75% 021-259-0203 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $607.75 ($607.75) 0.00% 021-259-0205 PROMOTION $60,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $23,888.32 $36,111.68 39.81% 021-259-0220 TRAVEL AND TRAINING $6,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $6,500.00 0.00% 021-259-0222 LOCAL TRAVEL $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00 0.00% 021-259-0235 ANNUAL AUDIT $9,909.00 $0.00 $1,148.00 $8,761.00 $0.00 100.00% 021-259-0319 OFFICE SUPPLIES $400.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $400.00 0.00% 021-259-0710 LEGAL SERVICES $6,000.00 $500.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $1,000.00 83.33% 021-259-5900 COUNTY BDGT ASSISTANCE BY EDA $72,583.00 $0.00 $0.00 $72,583.00 $0.00 100.00% 021-259-5901 RURAL ECON DEVELOP COMMITTEE $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $50.74 $449.26 10.15% 021-259-5902 VHSR $2,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 $0.00 100.00% 021-259-5903 JAMES RIVER COMMERCE CTR-OPS $25,000.00 $0.00 $12,510.00 $4,189.80 $8,300.20 66.80% 021-259-5904 MAINLAND FARM OPER EXPENSES $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00 0.00% 021-259-5908 NN/WMBG INTL AIRPORT FUNDING $26,804.00 $0.00 $0.00 $26,804.00 $0.00 100.00% 021-259-5909 OED DISCRETIONARY EXPENDITURE $5,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $336.86 $4,663.14 6.74% 021-259-5912 PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT PMTS $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $82,000.00 ($82,000.00) 0.00% 021-259-5913 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE $25,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $20,000.00 20.00% Subtotal (259) EDA Operating: $242,196.00 $500.00 $13,658.00 $231,968.97 ($3,430.97) 101.42%
Page: 1 JAMES CITY COUNTY James City County EXPENDITURES- ALL FUNDS 05-May-16 jccExp: Year ( 2016 ) Period ( 10 )
Ledger ID Ledger Description TOTAL BUDGET MTD EXPENSES ENCUMBRANCES YTD EXPENSES BALANCE ACTUAL % (261) EDA Launchpad 021-261-0205 PROMOTION $7,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $6,500.00 13.33% 021-261-0207 UTILITIES $3,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,498.27 $501.73 83.28% 021-261-0219 TELECOMMUNICATIONS $5,000.00 $182.08 $0.00 $2,995.63 $2,004.37 59.91% 021-261-0318 OPERATING SUPPLIES/MATERIALS $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $17,256.97 ($17,256.97) 0.00% 021-261-0320 LEASES/RENTALS $66,315.00 $0.00 $0.00 $55,125.00 $11,190.00 83.13% 021-261-0440 BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS $124,793.19 $0.00 $0.00 $121,405.54 $3,387.65 97.29% 021-261-5907 LAUNCHPAD MANAGEMENT CONTRA $45,240.00 $0.00 $0.00 $33,930.00 $11,310.00 75.00% Subtotal (261) EDA Launchpad: $251,848.19 $182.08 $0.00 $234,211.41 $17,636.78 93.00%
Page: 2 JAMES CITY COUNTY James City County EXPENDITURES- ALL FUNDS 05-May-16 jccExp: Year ( 2016 ) Period ( 10 )
Ledger ID Ledger Description TOTAL BUDGET MTD EXPENSES ENCUMBRANCES YTD EXPENSES BALANCE ACTUAL % Subtotal (021) EDA: $494,044.19 $682.08 $13,658.00 $466,180.38 $14,205.81 97.12%
Page: 3 AGENDA ITEM NO. E.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Maxwell Hlavin, EDA Legal Counsel
(1) Discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body regarding the JCC Marina; and (2) Discussion concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing SUBJECT: business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community for consideration of the award of incentive packages; and (3) consultation with legal counsel employed or retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), (A)(5), and (A)(7) of the Code of Virginia
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Memorandum Cover Memo REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:49 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:03 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:08 PM
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 12, 2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Max Hlavin, EDA Legal Counsel and Assistant County Attorney
SUBJECT: START Peninsula Memorandum of Understanding
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was submitted to the James City County Economic Development Authority (the "EDA") regarding participation in the START Peninsula initiative. When the MOU was submitted to our office for review, we made some initial edits and comments and sent it back for circulation among the other parties; however, at the time we received the MOU it had already been approved by one party, and, at this time, has been adopted by all parties except for the EDA. Although this MOU is not contractual or binding and does not subject the EDA to liability, our office wanted to make the Directors aware of some of our concerns:
1. The terms of the MOU, including the "Parties," are not defined appropriately or used consistently. This leads to further issues, such as:
a. The fiscal agent being a full party to the MOU, including the ability to not agree to future modifications; and
b. The "Authorities" agreeing to contribute funds, which excludes the City of Poquoson.
2. The MOU is completely silent about the composition of the "START Peninsula Core Team Committee." It is unclear who is on the committee and how it takes action.
3. If a party terminates, are they reimbursed their funding? A prorated amount?
4. This will be a committee made up of public bodies using public money, so meetings and actions are likely subject to the Freedom of Information Act. This is not a problem, but the responsibilities should be clear.
Our office would advise against adopting the MOU were it a legally binding document; however, because it is not binding on the EDA, this memorandum simply serves to outline some points for discussion with other parties during participation in START Peninsula should the EDA decide to adopt the MOU.
MH/ab STARTMOU-mem
AGENDA ITEM NO. E.2. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Maxwell Hlavin, EDA Legal Counsel
SUBJECT: Closed Session Certification
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Certification Resolution Resolution REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:50 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:05 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:08 PM
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED MEETING
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of James City County, Virginia, (the “Authority”) has convened a closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the Authority that such closed meeting was conducted in conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Economic Development Authorities of James City County, Virginia, hereby certifies that, to the best of each member’s knowledge: i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the closed meeting to which this certification resolution applies; and ii) only such public business matters were heard, discussed or considered by the Authority as were identified in the motion, including (1) discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body regarding the James City County Marina pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3); and (2) discussion concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community for consideration of the award of incentive packages pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711 (A)(5); and (3) consultation with legal counsel employed or retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7).
The undersigned hereby certifies that the above resolution was duly adopted by the Directors of the Economic Development Authority of James City County, Virginia, at a meeting duly called and held on May 12, 2016 and that such resolution is in full force and effect on the date hereof .
______Robin D. Carson Vice-Chairman, EDA
VOTES AYE NAY ABSTAIN ATTEST: WARNER ______CARSON ______ODLE ______GERHARDT ______Russell C. Seymour HARRIS ______Secretary to the EDA MONTGOMERY ______TINGLE ______Adopted by the Economic Development Authority of James City County, Virginia, this 12th day of May, 2016.
5-12CertClosedMeet-res AGENDA ITEM NO. F.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Russell C. Seymour, OED Director and EDA Secretary
SUBJECT: Quarterly Arts Report
Quarterly Arts Report submitted by Terry Buntrock, Arts Coordinator.
No action is required.
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Arts Report - Terry Buntrock Cover Memo REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 1:59 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:01 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:08 PM
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: April 12, 2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Terry Buntrock, Arts Coordinator
SUBJECT: Quarterly Arts Report – First Quarter 2016
Our Spring Arts programming is stable this year with about the same number of events as in our inaugural year (list at the end of this report). In reviewing the list you will note that we have a good offering of music and some large outdoor tented art events. "Art Escape Weekend" is encouraging culinary arts with the assistance of the Williamsburg Area Restaurant Association (WARA) and the Virginia Gazette.
Spring Arts Advertising
• Spring Arts Radio Advertising
• AAA Carolinas magazine featured the "Art and the Garden" Williamsburg Garden Week Tour.
• Howard Hanna Realty mailed 10,000 spring events direct mail cards.
• In addition to an April issue theme that featured “hometown musicians,” Next Door Neighbors carried two arts articles in April (Art on the Square and "Art and the Garden.")
• House and Home , Williamsburg Magazine , Daily Press and the Virginia Gazette are covering "Art and the Garden."
• Blues, Brews & BBQ and Art at the River have advertisements in the Historic Garden Week in Virginia guidebook, Hampton Roads Diversions and regional papers.
York County Highlights
Spring Arts - We worried a little bit about scheduling Art at the River for Mother’s Day, but that has not had a negative impact; some artists could not apply because of that but, now in the third year, enough new artists applied so there are the same number of artists as last year. The event is poised to grow about 50% next year. Youth Art was added this year.
Maureen Moss and I are touring gardens on April 6 to make selections for the Yorktown CYC Garden Tour for May 2017.
Fall Arts - Kristi has assisted TACL in putting a committee together to talk about “Yorktown Run for the Arts;” we will talk about adding chalk art and other activities to that event.
The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown is supporting the American Society of Marine Artists National Conference by supplying venues for talks by Admiral Papp and others. Quarterly Arts Report – First Quarter 2016 April 5, 2016 Page 2
The Virginia Symphony Labor Day Weekend concert will feature "water themed" music to bring attention to the American Society of Marine Artists exhibition which will open the following week (the same concert will be played at Lake Matoaka and in surrounding communities.)
James City County Highlights
Spring Arts - Busch Gardens has brought back concerts to its spring offering. With the help of WARA we will add culinary arts opportunities to “Art Escape Weekend” (Memorial Day weekend).
Summer Fest in New Town switched its band (a Journey tribute band) from fall to spring programming (and vice versa). They feel the very popular Trial by Fire will draw an additional/new audience to the spring event.
Fall Arts - James City County Events is working with Steve Rose to develop a fall, multi-day blues festival at Jamestown Beach Event Park. The County has earmarked funds for an event stage in the 2017 and 2018 budget.
Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation is supporting the American Society of Marine Artists National Conference with a plein air event that will feature the Susan Constant with classroom space and lecture space.
City of Williamsburg Highlights
Spring Arts – The closing date for Spring Arts was pushed back to the end of June so Bruce Hornsby Funhouse Fest could be included in the programming. The City Manager has supported “Art and the Garden” by allowing parking on all city streets that surround the event. We expect about 1,200 cars in the area that day.
The Homes & Gardens tour will stay in the downtown area in 2018; homes will be in the College Terrace neighborhood off Richmond Road and will include: Florakis, Click and Hertzler, plus Coke-Garrett, W&M Alumni House and Bruton Rectory.
TACL is working with Colonial Williamsburg, the College of William & Mary and the City of Williamsburg to develop venues for the “art&garden” event pavilions for spring 2017.
Fall Arts - Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg Regional Library and the City of Williamsburg are supporting the American Society of Marine Artists National Conference with venue space for various talks, classes, demonstrations and vendor space. WHRO, the College of William & Mary, Christopher Newport University, Virginia Commonwealth University, CAGHR, regional arts commissions are assisting in reaching out to high school and college students for the Young Marine Artist Search; winning submissions will be a part of the National Exhibition. ASMA has confirmed Colin Campbell and Taylor Reveley will attend the event.
Submissions are coming in for the 2016-17 installation of sculpture art for the Williamsburg Arts District. The works will be changed in June/July. TACL will support year two with a contribution of $15,000 which will be paid in June.
Promotion of Local Artists by WHRO
WHRO requested contact information for local artists who could demonstrate their work for film features for "The Scene." I supplied one artist from each municipality and will give additional names when WHRO is ready. They have already contacted Merrilee Cleveland for filming.
1) Emilio Santini - glass artist (James City County) 2) Rachel Merriman-Goldring - environmental artist (W&M) 3) Merrilee Cleveland - bronze sculpture artist (York County) Quarterly Arts Report – First Quarter 2016 April 5, 2016 Page 3
Arts Inventory Loss and Gain
Unfortunately, the atelier of artists that made up New Town Art Gallery have closed the gallery in New Town. Also closed this quarter is the Art Education Center at Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center. On a positive note, On the Hill gallery is negotiating with the Park Service for additional space for its art education center, and their programs are selling well in York County. MAD About Chocolate restaurant/gallery has reopened in the City. President Reiss reports the Colonial Fondo will not be repeated in the fall, but is anxious to support more arts and gardens programming.
Key Events for Spring Arts 2016 Include:
March 2016 13 Second Sunday, Outdoor Music and Art Festival, Prince George Street, Williamsburg 13 Williamsburg Choral Guild, Brahm’s, Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 14, 15 Williamsburg Symphonia, Masterworks Concerts, George Li, Piano, Kimball 21 Swing Dance, Watermen’s Museum, Yorktown 22 Williamsburg Symphonia, Caberet & Cocktails, Williamsburg Lodge 23 High Tea by Carrot Tree Bakery, Watermen’s Museum, Yorktown 25 Dog Street Pub – Outdoor Fish Fry & Live Music, DoG Street Pub, Merchants Square 26 CLOSES - Mixed Media and Wildlife Art, Gallery at York Hall, Yorktown 26 CLOSES - “Front Page” at James-York Playhouse 30 Virginia Shakespeare Festival, “Twain the Third”, Williamsburg Library Theater 30 Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Stories of Women Composers, James City County Library
April 2016 1 York County Historical Museum OPENS 400 Years 2-5/28 OPENS - Quilt Exhibition, Gallery at York Hall, Yorktown 2, 8, 10 Opera in Williamsburg Presents Cinderella 9 Auntie M’s Colonial Folk Art, Felting Class, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown 9 “Mosaic of Music,” Watermen’s Museum, Yorktown 10 Second Sunday, Outdoor Music and Art Festival, Prince George Street, Williamsburg 10 A Century of Photography CLOSES, Muscarelle Museum 16 “Art in the Burg, Outdoor Art Show, Colonial Folk Art, Williamsburg Arts District 17 Children’s Art Classes, On the Hill Gallery, Main Street, Yorktown 18, 19 Williamsburg Symphonia, Masterworks Concerts, Kimball 23 New Town Chalk Art Festival, Legacy Hall, New Town 23 VA Symphony Orchestra, “Meet the Percussion Family,” James City County Library Theater 23 Yorktown Sister Cities, French Market, Riverwalk Landing 23 Ferrari Auto Show, Water Street Gill, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown 24 Art on the Square, by Junior Women, Merchants Square 24, 25, 26 Colonial Williamsburg’s 70th Spring Garden Symposium 26 Garden Club of Virginia 83rd Historic Garden Week Homes and Gardens Tour 26 Muscarelle Museum of Art “Art in Bloom” fine art and flower show 26 Virginia Glass Guild Show and Exhibition, Swem Library 26 “Art and the Garden” spring concert, Bruton Parish
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May 2016 6 Virginia Living Museum’s 50th Anniversary “Masque” Cirque du Soleil 7 Blues, Brews and BBQ, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown 8 Art at the River, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown 8 Second Sunday, Music and Art Festival, Prince George Street, Williamsburg 6-8 “Wine & Run for the Roses,” Muscarelle Museum of Art 7, 8 “Glory in the Gardens” at Busch Gardens - 3 Christian-inspired bands each day 13-15 Celebrate Yorktown Committee Spring Plant Sale 14 Yorktown Market Days, “Fitness Market,” Riverwalk Landing 14 “Art in the Burg”, Outdoor Art Show, Colonial Folk Art, Williamsburg Arts District 17 Phillip Glass’s Violin Concerto, Phi Beta Kappa Hall, College of William & Mary 21 Williamsburg Symphonia, Community Chapel 25 Virginia Symphony Orchester, Brass Quintet, James City County Library Theater 27, 28, 29 Art Escape Weekend Gallery and Restaurant Tour 27 Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg OPENS Architectural Clues 27 Food and Wine Festival OPENS, Busch Gardens 28 CLOSES - Quilt Exhibition, Gallery at York Hall, Yorktown
June 2016 2-6 OPENS - “Rent”, James-York Playhouse 10 Second Sunday, Music and Art Festival, Prince George Street, Williamsburg 17 Inaugural Concert at Jamestown Beach Event Park by James City County 18 New Town Summer Fest - Music by Trial by Fire and Craft Beer Festival 18 “Art in the Burg,” Outdoor Art Show, Colonial Folk Art, Williamsburg 23, 24, 25 Bruce Hornsby & Friends by Festival Williamsburg, DeWitt Wallace Lawn 29-Aug 7 Virginia Shakespeare Festival, College of William & Mary
TB/nb QuarArtsRep-FQ2016-mem AGENDA ITEM NO. F.2. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Kate Sipes, OED Assistant Director
SUBJECT: Google Street View for Business
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type mem Cover Memo REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:53 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:31 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:48 PM
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 12, 2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Kate Sipes, Assistant Director, Office of Economic Development
SUBJECT: Google Street View for Business
Google is offering companies of any size an opportunity to present an interior virtual tour of their business on Google searches and Google Maps. The video tours provide online presence and exposure; according to a study done by Google in 2015, “Virtual tours help double interest in business listings.” Google is No. 1 for local searches and “when searching for restaurants and hotels online, 62% of people use Google.”
Video can be uploaded free of charge, however, the photography must be done by a “Google Trusted Photographer,” of which there are three in Hampton Roads (2 on the Peninsula, 1 on the Southside). These photographers charge the business a nominal fee to do the panoramic photography, then the photographer has access to the Google software platform that enables them to develop the virtual tour from the still panoramic photographs and post it online to the business’ Google listing. The virtual tour utilizes Google Street View technology and will display in Google searches, Google maps and Google+. Business owners can also embed the entire Google Street View virtual tour to their websites and social media at no charge.
The cost of the photography depends on the physical size of the business, typically ranging from $325 for a smaller retail store to $1,000 for a larger establishment. The Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance and York County Chamber of Commerce have arranged 15% discounts on the photography for member businesses. In addition, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) in both the City of Williamsburg and York County have created grant programs, offering a 1:1 match, capped at $500, to businesses within their jurisdictions that hire a Google Trusted Photographer and produce virtual tours. Both localities have designed their programs to be reimbursement grants, for projects begun after appropriate applications have been approved, with projects being completed within six months of grant award, and with the stipulation that images must also be available to the respective economic development offices for promotional use. Both programs favor new virtual tours versus updates of an existing virtual tour. The City of Williamsburg EDA has allocated $15,000 for its program and York County has allocated $20,000. Funds are available on a first-come first-served basis for both programs. Current business licenses are required by both localities; the City also requires the applying business to be current on all City taxes before consideration for a grant will be given.
These programs are designed to operate similarly to the e-commerce grants, which are also offered by both the City of Williamsburg and York County EDAs.
Funding for a similar James City County program can be pulled from the existing Business Assistance account in the proposed EDA budget, should the EDA choose to create a similar program.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. G.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Russell C. Seymour, EDA Secretary and OED Director
SUBJECT: Adoption of Proposed FY 2017 EDA Budget
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type FY 2017 Proposed Budget Exhibit REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:57 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:13 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:14 PM Approved Proposed Account Account Actual FY 2016 FY 2017 Code Name FY 2015 Budget Budget Revenue: 021-309-3972 Bond Fee Revenue $ 22,860 $ 6,000 $ 15,000 021-305-3511 Interest Revenue $ 13,759 $ 12,500 $ 9,500 021-308-3400 Renwood Farm Income from Mainland Farm $ 20,575 $ 14,725 $ 14,725 021-309-5915 Marina Property $ - $ - $ - 021-309-3699 Miscellaneous Revenue $ 5,314 $ - $ - Fund Balance $ 157,963 $ 242,826 $ 233,123 Subtotal EDA Revenue: $ 220,471 $ 276,051 $ 272,348 021-309-3971 Launchpad Client Revenue $ 5,650 $ 19,200 $ 26,545 021-310-3037 Launchpad Member Contributions $ 69,000 $ 74,000 $ 111,000 Subtotal Launchpad Revenue: $ 74,650 $ 93,200 $ 137,545 Total Revenue: $ 295,121 $ 369,251 $ 409,893
Expenses: 021-259-5901 Rural Economic Development Committee $ - $ 500 $ -
021-259-5903 James River Commerce Center Operating Expense $ 4,190 $ 25,000 $ 30,000 021-259-5904 Mainland Farm Operating Expense $ - $ 500 $ 100 021-259-5912 PBA Payments $ 82,000 $ - $ - 021-259-5913 Business Assistance $ - $ 25,000 $ 25,000 021-259-5915 Marina Property Expense $ - $ - $ 101 021-259-5900 Regional Economic Development Support $ 70,262 $ 72,583 $ 72,583 021-259-5902 Virginians for High Speed Rail Funding $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport 021-259-5908 Funding (RAISE) $ 26,804 $ 26,804 $ 26,804 021-259-0203 Professional Services $ 4,571 $ - $ - 021-259-0205 Promotion $ 61,233 $ 60,000 $ 60,701 021-259-0220 Travel & Training $ - $ 6,500 $ 100 021-259-0222 Local Travel $ 80 $ 500 $ 500 021-259-0235 Annual Audit $ 9,782 $ 9,909 $ 9,959 021-259-0710 Legal Fees $ 6,000 $ 6,000 $ 6,000 021-259-0200 Advertising $ 415 $ 1,000 $ 500 021-259-0319 Office Supplies $ 324 $ 400 $ 400 021-259-5909 OED Discretionary Expenses $ 345 $ 5,000 $ 100 EDA Transfer to Launchpad $ - $ - $ 37,000 Subtotal EDA Expenses: $ 268,505 $ 242,196 $ 272,348 021-261-0205 Launchpad Promotion $ 1,000 $ 7,500 $ 10,000 021-261-0207 Launchpad Utilities $ 2,764 $ 3,000 $ 4,000 021-261-0219 Launchpad Telecommunications $ 4,802 $ 5,000 $ 4,000 021-261-0318 Launchpad Operating Supplies $ - $ - $ 6,000 021-261-0320 Launchpad Lease $ 5,513 $ 66,315 $ 68,305 021-261-5907 Launchpad Management Contract $ 12,538 $ 45,240 $ 45,240 Subtotal Launchpad Expenses: $ 26,617 $ 127,055 $ 137,545 Total Expenses: $ 295,121 $ 369,251 $ 409,893
Blue highlighted cells are pass-through (Launchpad Budget) Account Account Code Name Explanation Revenue:
021-309-3972 Bond Fee Revenue CNU -$1,500 (1/2 year), Williamsburg Landing split with Mathews IDA - $14,000 021-305-3511 Interest Revenue Based on Cash Balance, CD's, and anticipated earnings rates 021-308-3400 Renwood Farm Income from Mainland Farm New contract began in FY 2014 021-309-5915 Marina Property 021-309-3699 Miscellaneous Revenue If lack of revenue due to spending presents shortfall, needed funds will be Fund Balance transferred from cash reserves Subtotal EDA Revenue: 021-309-3971 Launchpad Client Revenue Revenue received from Launchpad Clients
021-310-3037 Launchpad Member Contributions Revenue received from regional incubator partners (includes $7,500 for START!) Subtotal Launchpad Revenue: Total Revenue:
Expenses: 021-259-5901 Rural Economic Development Committee Expenses related to the Rural Economic Development Committee
Estimated JRCC Association Maintenance Fees ($4,800) and expenses (signs, etc.). Additional $20,000 for access road received from Columbia Gas in FY 2016. 021-259-5903 James River Commerce Center Operating Expense Potential for additional marketing, signage, and site maintenance
021-259-5904 Mainland Farm Operating Expense Costs related to power and incidental expenses (signs, etc.) at Mainland Farm 021-259-5912 PBA Payments Expenses related to various business assistance initiatives and Small Business 021-259-5913 Business Assistance Events 021-259-5915 Marina Property Expense $1 for annual lease agreement, $100 for unexpected costs
021-259-5900 Regional Economic Development Support Includes the Greater Williamsburg regional initiative ($67,583) and SBDC ($5,000) 021-259-5902 Virginians for High Speed Rail Funding Support of Virginians for High Speed Rail ($2,500) Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport 021-259-5908 Funding (RAISE) Fund air carrier incentives 021-259-0203 Professional Services START! $6,701; LPGA $34,000 (includes caterer); Arts Month $15,000; COB 021-259-0205 Promotion $3,000; BAE $2,000 021-259-0220 Travel & Training $100 for unexpected costs 021-259-0222 Local Travel Expenses related to meal meetings and beverages for EDA meetings 021-259-0235 Annual Audit Estimated cost of EDA's annual audit 021-259-0710 Legal Fees Leagal fees for EDA Counsel
Publishing audit report (required by law), unforeseen expenses (ex. In FY00: 021-259-0200 Advertising flooding from a hurricane, EDA advertised that businesses were open) 021-259-0319 Office Supplies Printing for copies of meeting materials 021-259-5909 OED Discretionary Expenses Contingency to cover special EDA Expenses for OED EDA Transfer to Launchpad Launchpad Agreement $34,500, START! For Launchpad $2,500 Subtotal EDA Expenses:
021-261-0205 Launchpad Promotion Launchpad joint promotion account - each EDA puts in $2,500 used for START! 021-261-0207 Launchpad Utilities Launchpad Utilities 021-261-0219 Launchpad Telecommunications Launchpad internet and phone 021-261-0318 Launchpad Operating Supplies Launchpad Operating Supplies/Materials 021-261-0320 Launchpad Lease Launchpad Lease (11 months at $5,677.88 and 1 month at $5,848.22) 021-261-5907 Launchpad Management Contract Management Contract with SBDC Subtotal Launchpad Expenses: Total Expenses:
Blue highlighted cells are pass-through (Launchpad Budget) AGENDA ITEM NO. G.2. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Kate Sipes, OED Assistant Director
SUBJECT: LPGA Host Schedule
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Host Schedule Exhibit REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:00 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 2:02 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:08 PM EDA Skybox at Kingsmill Championship River Course at Kingsmill Thursday, May 19 ‐ Sunday, May 22 Kingsmill Championship Host Schedule‐‐EDA Directors 10:00 AM‐2:00 PM 2:00 PM‐6:00 PM
Thursday, May 19 Tim Harris, Steve Montgomery: please pick up your tickets at OED on your way to the tournament.
10:00 AM‐2:00 PM 2:00 PM‐6:00 PM
Friday, May 20 Marshall Warner: please pick up your ticket at Paul Gerhardt: please pick up your ticket at OED on OED on your way to the tournament. your way to the tournament.
9:00 AM‐12:00 PM 12:00 PM‐ End of play Saturday, May 21 Robin Carson Robin Carson 9:00 AM‐1:00 PM 1:00 PM‐ End of Play Sunday, May 22 Chris Odle Tom Tingle & Robin Carson
Kingsmill Championship Host Schedule‐‐OED Staff 9:00 AM‐1:30 PM 1:30 PM‐6:00 PM Thursday, May 19 Teresa & Kate Kate 9:00 AM‐1:30 PM 1:30 PM‐6:00 PM Friday, May 20 Teresa & Kate Kate 9:00 AM‐12:30 PM 12:30 PM‐3:00 PM Saturday, May 21 Russ Kate 10:00 AM‐1:00PM 1:00 PM‐5:00PM Sunday, May 22 Russ and Kate Russ and Kate
Parking passes are being distributed at the May EDA meeting to all Directors.
Please return your event tickets to staff in the Skybox prior to leaving the Skybox.
If you have a Thursday or Friday shift, please stop by OED to pick up your event ticket for admission on your way to the tournament.
Arrangements must be made to deliver event tickets to Mr. Tingle and Mr. Odle Friday evening or Saturday. AGENDA ITEM NO. I.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Russell C. Seymour, EDA Secretary and OED Director
SUBJECT: April Director's Report
ATTACHMENTS: Description Type director report Cover Memo REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Seymour, Russell Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:58 PM Publication Management Burcham, Nan Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:42 PM Economic Development Authority Clerk Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 4:49 PM
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 12, 2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Russell Seymour, Director, Office of Economic Development
SUBJECT: May Director’s Report
Ft. Magruder Renovations: The Office of Economic Development (OED) has been working with the new owners of the Ft. Magruder Hotel and Conference Center on their renovation plans, which are currently underway, and plans for future uses including a museum and outdoor event area. Discussions about this project began in 2015 and are now rapidly moving forward. When complete, the new renovations and additions, representing a significant investment in our local market, will add greatly to the County’s ability to attract events, overnight guests and residents looking for local night out.
Planned Unit Development - Commercial (PUD-C) Zoning Ordinance Changes: As discussed at the March Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting, the EDA is supporting a Zoning Ordinance change that would allow the manufacture of food, beverages and food products in the PUD-C Zoning District. Currently the manufacture and processing of food is permitted in M1 and M2, with a Special Use Permit (SUP). This matter is on the agenda to be considered by the Policy Committee at its meeting on May 12 at 4 p.m. in Building A. An initiating resolution was approved by the Board of Supervisors to consider the change in language to allow food processing in PUD-C by-right in some circumstances, and with an SUP in other circumstances; if approved by the Policy Committee the proposed change in language for PUD-C would be considered by the Planning Commission on June 1 and the Board of Supervisors on June 28. More information can be found here .
The Miller Group: Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with representatives from the Miller Group to discuss the possibility of working with them on the development of the EDA parcel. As you will recall, the EDA parcel has an approved virtual site building plan for up to 150,000 square feet. One comment we continually hear from prospects is the need for an existing building. Currently, the County has only one industrial building on the market over 50,000 square feet. The meeting went very well and the idea shows a lot of promise. The next step will be to schedule a meeting between the firm and the EDA’s Real Estate Committee.
Marketing: The OED is working with Pritchard and Volk on the development of a new marketing initiative that will be tied into the new OED website. The new initiative is another step identified in the Strategic Marketing Plan P&R developed for the OED. The primary focus of this initiative will be to attract site consultants and educate them on the many advantages of James City County as a business location. Additional focus will include commercial builders and existing businesses.
Greater Williamsburg Partnership (GWP): The three OED Directors met with Vernon Geddy to review the draft Articles of Incorporation and By Laws for the new regional economic development organization. The final documents should be ready to present to each EDA in June. The result will be the creation of a public- private regional economic development organization that will replace the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance and provide management of all regional economic development initiatives.
GWP Targeted Industry Study: A total of six responses were received for the regional Targeted Industry Study. Last week the three OED Directors jointly reviewed and ranked each submission. Discussions will now begin with the group’s first choice. A projected completion date is between September and October of 2016. May Director’s Report May 12, 2016 Page 2
Ribbon Cuttings: The OED organized two ribbon cuttings between mid-April and the first of May. Included were:
• Sleep Number - opened in the Premium Outlets on April 15. • Fox Wire Farm Store and Boutique - opened in the Toano Business Park on April 15.
Colony Square Shopping Center: With the expansion of Habitat for Humanity ReStore and several new openings, including Bodacious Lady Boutique and the Carrot Tree, Colony Square Shopping Center is filling up. Currently there are only two remaining vacant spaces, one of which is currently being built out for a new business.
Williamsburg Crossing Shopping Center: Since coming under new ownership in 2015, the Center has been undergoing renovation. In speaking with the Center’s real estate broker, several new businesses have been added with more on the way. Staff has held several ribbon cuttings there this year and is anticipating more in the near future.
Small Business of the Year: The Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance will hold its Small Business of the Year recognition event on May 17 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Launchpad (Greater Williamsburg Business Incubator) in New Town. A link for nominations has been provided http://www.williamsburgcc.com/small-business-person-of-the-year-nominations .
Upcoming:
• Small Business of the Year Event - May 17 Launchpad, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Kingsmill Championship LPGA Tournament May 16-22, Kingsmill Resort • TrEE Event May 18. Guest speaker is Graham Henshaw, Director of the Entrepreneurship Center at the College of William & Mary • Fall 2016 - Celebration of Business
RS/nb MayDirectorsRept-mem AGENDA ITEM NO. K.1. ITEM SUMMARY
DATE: 5/12/2016
TO: The Economic Development Authority
FROM: Teresa J. Fellows, Recording Secretary
SUBJECT: Adjourn until 8 am on June 9, 2016 for the Regular Meeting
REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Economic Development Authority Fellows, Teresa Approved 5/9/2016 - 3:58 PM