Tremont West Development Corporationnn

Long Range Planning Committee
Thursday, October 1, 2009

Agenda
1) Announcement of separation committees
2) Request that those interested review the Strategic Plan to prepare for an 2009 year review
3) Update on ODOT sound barriers
4) Transportation for Livable Communities (TLCI) - update from Chris Garland
5) No meeting in November due to the Special Meeting on the Bylaws
6) No meeting in December due to the holiday
7) The next date/time will be posted on the TWDC website and all of those that currently receive notification of LRP/ED meetings will be notified.
8) Old/New business
9) Adjournment
Long Range Planning Committee
Economic Development Committee
10-1-09

Agenda
1) Approval of September 2009 minutes
2) Adjournment

Minutes
Meeting called to order at 6:10 pm
In attendance: Katherine Bulava (LRP Chair, Trustee); David Purpera (ED Chair, Trustee); Chris Garland (TWDC Executive Director); Henry Senyak (Trustee); Larry Cornett; Tim Jenkins (ex-officio); Jason Beudert; Mary Slone; Jerleen Justice; Tom Leneghan

" Announcement of separation of committees
1) There was a discussion on topic focus. Concerns about time and issues were also covered. No change in time/date to the committee was proposed at this meeting
" Request that those interested review the Strategic Plan to prepare for an 2009 year review
" Update on ODOT sound barriers
1) Henry presented on the letter from ODOT to the Council Members (attached) and on the general ODOT plan
2) Cimperman intends to oppose any non-vegetative barrier. ODOT has said they will comply with Council Member requests. Cimperman is prepared to fight for this issue.
3) C. Garland reported on an open house being held by TWDC on 10/9 form 4 to 8 pm pertaining to public art related to the Innerbelt Bridge project. There are tangible aesthetic improvements that are being proposed as treatments with the Innerbelt. ODOT is looking for feedback on the look of new construction. This is a separate issue from the noise barriers.
" Transportation for Livable Communities (TLCI) - update from Chris Garland
1) Jim McKnight & Associates are working with TWDC on TLCI thanks to a grant the TWDC won. The study will identify opportunities for pedestrian and bicycle-oriented travel as well as neighborhood connections to greenspace and recreational facilities. Bike lanes and other successful ideas from other communities are all options. Jim will present to the committee on his findings.
2) The original proposed location is to be withdrawn and will be denied in any case
" No meeting in November due to the Special Meeting on the Bylaws
" No meeting in December due to the holiday
" The next date/time will be posted on the TWDC website and all of those that currently receive notification of LRP/ED meetings will be notified.
1) The next meeting was tentatively set for the first Thursday in January
" Old/New Business
1) Design options for the Innerbelt bridge will be added to the LRP agenda. T. Leneghan will research the issue and provide information back to the committee. He will also contact Marcia Fudge and our state representative to learn of their position. He will email a report back to the committee
2) L. Cornnet reported on the 9/15 meeting held to discuss recreation. Minutes from that meeting are available on request from TWDC.
3) L. Cornnet is holding an Oct. 5th meeting at the Jefferson Library from 6-7:30 pm to create a forum of discussion on recreational options

The Chair adjourned the meeting at approximately 7:30 pm.
The Chairs called a joint meeting of Long Range Planning and Economic Development to order for the purpose of approving the minutes from the last meeting to order directly after the adjournment of Long Range Planning

Long Range Planning Committee
Economic Development Committee
10-1-09

Agenda
1) Approval of last months' minutes
2) Adjournment

Minutes
" Approval of last months' minutes
4) L. Cornnet moved to approve.
5) H. Senyak seconded the motion
6) The minutes were unanimously approved.

The meeting was adjourned by Economic Development Chair D. Pupera directly after the approval of the minutes

The Next Long Range Planning and Economic Development meetings are tentatively scheduled for the first Thursday of January (1/7/10) at 6 pm

TWDC Economic Development / Long Range Planning Committee (s) Meeting
Friday, February 6, 2009

Attendees: David Purpera-member/chair Sandy Smith-member/chair
Sammy Catania- TWDC staff member

The TWDC Long Range Planning/ Economic Development Committee met on February 6th 2009 at 6:00 P.M.
Notice of change of meeting time was properly posted in advance due to a schedule conflict resulting from the Annual meeting timing.
One item on the agenda:
Dante Restaurant Project - to be located in the former Third Federal Bank Building on Professor Ave
The Bocuzzi family; their architect and construction company representatives presented plans for the project and those were well received and welcomed.
The committee unanimously endorsed the project.
Meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M.

TWDC Economic Development / Long Range Planning Committee (s) Meeting
Monday January 5th 2009

Attendees: David Purpera-member/chair Sandy Smith-member/chair
Tim Jenkins- member Henry Senyak - community participant
Jason Beuder-community participant Jerleen Justus-Plain Press Reporter
Mary Slone- community participant
Sammy Catania- TWDC staff member

6Pm Call to order by Dave Purpera

I. Recap of 2008
*Dave Purpera and Tom Cook took stock of business and residential areas

*Set guidelines for scope of mission of LRP/ED committees

*Permit process outline to be put on new website

*Storefront Projects Under Contract in 2008:
* The Ukrainian Museum Archives 1202 Kenilworth
Completion date: September 2009
* Tremont Tap House: 2572 Scranton
Completion date: June 2009
* Art Gallery Building: 2253 Professor:
Completion date: October 2009
* Third Federal Building 2247 Professor
Completion Date: September 2009

*Sammy to connect w/ Mario Nemer re: Matinee Club 2527 to see if he can help w/ processes w/ City >>connected w/ Mario on 1/6/09 to offer assistance with his architect

*Morgan Linen Parking lot assistance w/ city process
*LJ Minor - tear down of old gas station and new fencing

*La Tortilla Felize update- 1 group in negotiations w/ owner (oriental concept was presented to LRP/ED
- 1 group rumored to be in negotiators w/ owner - NO presentation to LRP/ED
* 806 Wine Bar re-opened
*Bistro on Lincoln Park Opened
* Gospel Press -UPDATE- 4 units pre-leased, several more about to be - tentative l
Late spring - early summer grand opening celebration being planned
Sammy working with in house leasing agent to schedule tour for TWDC board
Similar to board presentation at Starkweather Place

*DES SCHMIDT re: Directional Signs for Tremont Roundtable:

TREMONT TREK ALLOCATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS GRANT **Sammy sent follow up email to Des Schmidt asking if TWDC marketing director may assist with the signs on 11/ 7 / 09 at 5:22P.M.**

Misc:
Suggestion that all Tremont Bars and interested businesses monthly fund
Monies for TV commercials. - Group to buy properly
* Possible TWDC as conduit for the funds: as w/ block club and other
Constituent groups: 'conduit for the businesses'

II Long Range Planning:
2008 Recap

" Zoning Clean Up- largely successful thus far as was done with logic and protective nature to our service area.
" Tom Cook, Sandy Smith and Chris Garland to examine LRP / Econ Dev committees in next two weeks in terms of wiki site accomplishments.

Adjourn: 6:55 P.M.

MINUTES: LONG RANGE PLANNING - ECONONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE: THURSDAY November 6, 2008

TIME: MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY David Purpera at 6PM

I wiki - Design website still in progress David will update at next meeting

II. Roles Responsibilities TWDC - discussed, Board President Cook noted that
TWDC is in compliance to its role and mission.

*Twdc made it clear that as an organization it would not support action
contrary to any City, or State law(s) or code(s) by any member(s) of the
community.

Discussion of by - law clean up - Tim Jenkins will be working with Lynn
Murray on that issue in 09 to present for vote at 09 annual meeting.

III. Inner belt: - discussion of inner belt meeting at Ola st
Joseph.

Noted lack of proper support and response from City, ODOT and State
officials

Noted TWDC Board VP Sandy Smith is spearheading discussion to directly meet
with the Governor T. Strickland

*comments that the Lt Gov should be engaged so as not to embarrass the
Governor

*response that it is beyond the abilities of the Lt Gov and the Governor
must engage directly as this issue is now eight years old and is adversely
affecting the economics of the Tremont neighborhood.

* Suggestions for further discussion re: buss/transit possibilities for
businesses during this crises time.

IV. Fire House - meeting to take place with Safety and City
Planning Departments jointly. NOTED

V. New Business: potential contract w/ TWDC and Ward 14 to
administrate contract on W 25th-Clark Corridor.

* TWDC noted that community engagement during the contract period is
paramount to any such process. Also that the organization would ramp up to
administrate the contract while not hurting existing services.

* Various opinions on both sides heard.
* Various personal opinions in regard to Councilman Santiago of Ward
14

Economic Development/Long Range Planning Committee Meeting Notes
Thursday, October 4, 2008
Chairs: Dave Purpera and Sandy Smith
Members in attendance: Scott Nagy, Henry Senyak, Jason Beudert, Amy Weahry, and Tim Jenkins
Staff in attendance: Chris Garland, Stephen Bloom and Michelle Davis
Guest in attendance: Bac Nguyen

Dave Purpera opened the meeting at 6:04pm
Agenda item #1 - Creation of a forum/portal for information about Tremont's business community. Identify what companies already exist in Tremont and develop a list of complimentary companies that are needed. Marketing and information aspects to be discussed.
The committee discussed what resources were already available online. Re$tore Tremont has a business listing open to all businesses who would like to be listed. Tremonter.com may have the ability to host a classifieds/portal or possibly on TWDC's website. Retail Spaces Cleveland only is updatable 3 times a year. Michelle from TWDC has already been in discussion with Re$tore Tremont on adding a page with available commercial space in Tremont to Restoretremont.com.
This portal/classifieds page should be an open classified list and work with local businesses to link their employees with residential space available in Tremont.
Michelle and David will meet over the next month to decipher what is already available and will report back in November.

Agenda item #2 - Creation of a FAQ packet for business owners and developers seeking permits / variances, including guidelines or checklists.
6:20pm
Chris Garland suggested to hold an annual meeting/seminar inviting Department officials from the City of Cleveland to go over these types of procedures regarding variances and permitting for Tremont businesses.
A member encouraged a strong emphasis on non-conforming use because this is where businesses struggle the most.
One member offered the suggestion of opening a Wiki page where people can add information of their experience to help their fellow business owners.
Creating a FAQ about moving / opening a business in Tremont.
Mailing out a welcome package to new businesses was suggested.
There should be guidelines on when TWDC can and should offer letters of support.
Committee members Henry, Jason, Tim and David offered help to set up a Wiki page to create a packet including all of the above information.
Michelle will research what other CDCs do.
After packet is made the committee agreed to check with the City of Cleveland for accuracy of packet information.

Agenda item #3 - Status of Fire Station 21, scheduled to "brown out" in 2 weeks.
6:40pm
Included with the agenda was an article from the Sun News on Thursday, October 2, 2008 titled Fire station may have two weeks left by Ken Prendergast
It was reported that the yard signs in Tremont for saving our fire station have resulted in 50 phone calls to the Mayor's Action Line. The committee was encouraged to get their friends and neighbors to make more phone calls and to write letters.
It was also noted that Councilman Joe Santiago, Ward 14, has offered to get a meeting together with Public Safety Director Martin Flask. The committee members were again encouraged to call the Councilman to request that he set the meeting.

Agenda item #4 - Community informational meeting about Innerbelt and closing of W. 14th on - and off - ramps scheduled for Monday, October 27th at 5:30p.m. at OLA/St. Joseph Center on W. 14th Street.
6:44pm
Letters went out today to Mr. Beasley, Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation, ccing: Governor Ted Strickland, Senator George Voinovich, Senator Sherrod Brown, Congressman Dennis Kucinich, Mayor Frank Jackson, Councilman Joe Cimperman, Councilman Joe Santiago, Ms. Bonita G. Teeuwen, ODOT District 12 Director, Mr. Martin Flask, Director of Public Safety and Cleveland Fire Chief Paul Stubbs. Letters will be going out to our State Representatives and Senators the following day.
Sandy Smith is taking the lead on this initiative. The committee will be following up with the letters by making phone calls to see who will be in attendance.
It was suggested that the group bring some ideas of what we want from ODOT to present at the meeting. Be proactive, don't wait for them to act.
If we believe their detours are not the best routes, we should tell them the routes we want posted.

Agenda item #5 - The role of TWDC board and staff in requests for help with zoning variances, liquor licenses, etc. Possible development of policies and guidelines for TWDC to follow for requests for zoning and variances.
6:55pm
Some discussion ensued, but the committee decided to revisit this topic once the packets from agenda item #2 are created.

Agenda item #6 - New business
No new business.
Meeting adjourned at 7:17pm

Economic Development and Long Range Planning Committee of Tremont West Development Corp

March 8, 2008 Minutes

Present: Steve Bloom, Michelle Davis, Scott Nagy, Tom Cook (Co Chair), Dave Purpera (Co Chair), Mike DeNicola, Tim Jenkins, Harriet Hadley, Dave Mehring
Guest:

Tom Cook called the meeting to order at approx. 6:05.

Economic Development

Discussed 2008 objectives for Economic Development. Various ideas were discussed including 1) coordinating efforts with Re$tore Tremont, 2) working with Steelyard Commons to provide better signage to/from Tremont, marketing Tremont, etc. 3) coordination/support for Tremont Roundtable, 3) classified advertising of jobs available at Tremont businesses, 4) coordinating workshops for new start up businesses, 5) providing and "incubator" location and resources for start up businesses 6) attracting professional service businesses ( ie. architects, lawyers, designers, etc.) to the neighborhood, 7) reaching out to the churches in the neighborhood to ensure they are included in all pertinent dialogue relate to community development, 8) better understanding the supply of commercial property for sale or lease and 9) marketing Tremont outside of the neighborhood and better signage marketing of attractions within Tremont.

It was agreed that the 3 main priorities for 2008 would be 1) understanding and communicating the supply of commercial properties in Tremont 2) marketing the benefits of locating a business in Tremont and 3) reaching out to the religious institutions in the neighborhood.

Michelle will bring the listing of commercial properties for sale/lease to the next meeting. We will start with this list then add all other potentially available properties (property not currently for sale/lease, property needing repair/renovation, etc.) to our "supply' list.

David shared recent developments regarding the Monroe Cabaret on West 25th. The cabaret/ strip club is planning to remodel and renovate. The club is located in the Clark Metro service area but borders Tremont residents. The club also is within 1000 feet of churches and schools. Various efforts are underway to support the Tremont and the Clark Metro residents opposed to this establishment. We volunteered our support and will become involved as needed to support the wishes of the people living in the area.

A summary of BOZA and planning commission activities within and around Tremont will be added to our monthly committee meeting agenda for review.

Visible Voice bookstore has received preliminary approval from the Auburn block club to apply to serve alcohol on a limited basis. Our Lady of Mercy church has concerns as the church and school are nearby. Further discussions need to occur before final approval is extended.

Long Range Planning

Discussed the SII Workplan Google site and the need to update this site more frequently (last update in the Fall) and make it more easily accessible to the community. Michelle is establishing passwords for new board and committee members so they may access and update the site. Dave P. is linking the Google site to the TWDC site so it is more easily accessible to all for viewing. Steve B. will update the SII workplan to include all progress to date.

We discussed the desire to get the block clubs more involved in establishing priorities and working with key committees. Michelle will bring a list of the block clubs and meeting dates to our next meeting. ED/LRP members will sign up to attend block club meetings to share our mission and priorities and to ask no more then 3 "survey"questions of each block club to ascertain how we can help them be more effective and support their needs. ED/LRP members will come to the next meeting with proposed survey questions to ask.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:42. Next meeting is April 3, 2008.

Economic Development and Long Range Planning Committee of Tremont West Development Corp

February 7, 2008 Minutes

Present: Steve Bloom, Michelle Davis, Scott Nagy, Tom Cook, Dave Purpera, Mike DeNicola, Tim Jenkins, Dave Mehring
Guest: Tom Bell

Tom Cook called the meeting to order at approx. 6:05.

Economic Development
Tom Bell presented his plans to renovate the 2nd floor of the Flying Monkey. Renovations would include addition of a kitchen, game room and lounge on the 2nd floor. There are also plans to pave the parking lot at the corner of Jefferson and Thurman, next to Ty Fun to provide additional parking. Half of the lot is owned by Tom Bell, the other half owned/controlled by Tremont Place Lofts (Gospel Press development). They will work together to jointly develop/pave the lot and provide landscaping to the perimeter. The committee reviewed the drawings and had a number of questions, particularly related to parking. Pending approval of the plans by the South of Jefferson block club the committee agreed to approve the plans.

Discussed 2008 objectives for Economic Development. Various ideas were discussed including 1) coordinating efforts with Re$tore Tremont, 2) working with Steelyard Commons to provide better signage to/from Tremont, marketing Tremont, etc. 3) coordination/support for Tremont Roundtable, 3) classified advertising of jobs available at Tremont businesses, 4) coordinating workshops for new start up businesses, 5) providing and "incubator" location and resources for start up businesses and 6) attracting professional service businesses ( ie. Architects, Lawyers, etc.) to the neighborhood.

It was agreed that these ideas and any new ones would be reviewed and prioritized at the March meeting.

Long Range Planning

Steve Bloom indicated the Train Ave. Study was being discussed on February 28 at Zion Church at 7:00PM. Findings of URS Consultants will be discussed at this meeting. Stockyard Redevelopment Organization is the lead for this study.

The lighting plan provided through the 10,000 ideas group is in process and will be presented soon. The expected outcome is a plan with various phases, design options and cost estimates for each design option and phase. Ultimately, the Tremont Community with be responsible for securing funding, selecting the design option, and phasing the roll out.

Discussed the SII Workplan Google site and the need to update this site more frequently and make more easily accessible to the community.

The meeting was adjourned at 8pm. Next meeting is March 6, 2008.

TWDC Long Range Planning and Economic Development Committee Meeting
6:00 PM Thursday June 7, 2007
TWDC Office

Present: S. Nagy, C. Krosel, T. Cook D. Mehring, M. Davis Staff: S. Bloom
I. Introductions - Meeting was called to order at 6:25 PM

Approval of minutes from May 3rd 2007 - D. Mehring moved to accept, M. Davis 2nd, minutes were unanimously approved.

II. Using the latest version of the of the Strategic Investment Initiative Workplan,
Continue implementation discussion.What resources do we need to get this work done, and what other committees need to be involved. It was decided, that the other committee chairs be engaged by members of the LRP-ED committee to confirm action items. Committee members selected committees to contact. M. Davis to draft letter for block club chairs.
III. Historic district discussion. There was much time spent on this topic, but ultimately, it was felt that the best fit was with the housing committee.

IV. Next steps: What do we need to do next meeting. This committee has been unable to address any Economic Development issues, as all available time has been devoted to Long-Range Planning thus far. It was decided that the next meeting would start with Economic Development, and then move on to Long Range Planning. The two topics will alternate leading off the meetings after that.

Economic Development

I. Do we treat this as a separate meeting? Alternate start with LRP.
II. Business Representation. Steve to invite representative from SEK.
III. ReStore, how does that fit in? Steve will invite Patricia Ross from ReStore..
IV. Based on SII Workplan, how does this committee have impact? Not discussed.
V. Next steps: What do we need to do next meeting? This will be the first time that Economic Development is actually discussed.
Adjourned: 8 PM
Next Meeting: 6:00 PM June 28th, 2007 TWDC Offices

TWDC Long Range Planning and Economic Development Committee Meeting
6:00 PM Thursday May 3, 2007
TWDC Office

Meeting Minutes Draft

I. Introductions- Called to order 6:08 PM

Approval of minutes from April 5th 2007. Minutes approved as submitted.

II. Using the latest version of the of the Strategic Investment Initiative Workplan,
and recommendations from Steven Bloom, determine an annual and quarterly workplan for this committee.
The Committee decided that the Official Strategic Investment Initiative Workplan needed to be document that all action items are drawn from, as it will be what our funders use to gage our performance as an organization.
III. What resources do we need to get this work done, and what other committees need to be involved?
The Committee reviewed the SII Workplan, to get an idea of which other committees, ad-hock committees, staff, partnerships, and outside resources may be needed to complete these action items.
Ask committee chairs to review The SII Workplan, to find action items that their group could work on. The LRP-ED committee will then work with them to find agreement on status reports, and completing these items.

LRP-ED committee again discussed ways to report back to the TWDC Board, our members, and residents. Actions will need more discussion.

" A decision made by a local business was brought to the committee. Discussion of impacts, and how TWDC could help our residents maintain services, and also work with that business as it makes its changes.

IV. Next steps: What do we need to do next meeting. Continue work on implementation plan. Some action items are happening already.

Economic Development This part of meeting was tabled due to lack of time, and will be picked up at the next meeting.

Attendance: Scott Nagy Staff: Steve Bloom
Tom Cook Michelle Davis
Sandy Smith
David Mehring
Chris Krosel

End 7:53 PM

Next Meeting: 6:00 PM June 7, 2007

Long Range Planning / Economic Development
Committee Meeting April 5, 2007

Meeting called to order 6:07 PM.

A presentation was given by Sharon Fain; of the Midwest Railway Preservation Society, which is located on W 3rd Street and Quigley. They are contacting local organizations so we can get to know each other. They invite TWDC to visit their site for a Saturday tour for 50-60 people.
This offer is interesting, and should be explored further.

There was no set agenda, as this was the first meeting of this committee.

A good deal of time was spent discussing this committee's role. Note: the following are, just discussion points for this new committee, and not meant to be mission statements.

Long Range Planning was felt to be the venue for working on quality of life issues for residents. Help establish plans/programs as to how the neighborhood should grow and change over time.

Economic Development was seen more as the place to foster a welcoming environment to businesses, which complement our resident base. Help encourage businesses that residents see a need for, discourage the start-up of businesses that may not be good neighbors and have negative effects on quality of life for residents.

This combined committee needs to help shepherd TWDC involvement in Safety/ Quality of life/Housing/Business. Make sure we stay on track with SII, and the neighborhood vision for the future. React to unexpected situations as the arise (example: ODOT's ramp and bridge plan).

We noted that there is need to get more feedback to the community. This may include, but not limited to block clubs, Inside Tremont, and on the web.

Tremont residents should be sought to be involved in this and other TWDC committees, to broaden perspective, and to help develop new neighborhood leaders, and board candidates. Block club leaders would be a place to start.

Next meeting May 3rd 2007. Brain Storm priorities from SII.

Present: Scott Nagy Staff: Steve Bloom
Tom Cook Michelle Davis
Sandy Smith
David Mehring
Chris Krosel