HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/09/2025 Economic Development Committee Minutes September 9, 2025
Town Annex Building, Bank Room Meeting opened at 4:10 PM
Present :Jack(Chair), Lucine,Jennifer, Brian, Amanda, Paul, Brent, Elizabeth (Secretary) Potential new
Member was unable to attend.
Town Board Meeting Follow-up(Jack and Jennifer August 19,2025)
Key actions for the Committee to undertake
-Meet with Mayor Kevin Steussi (Greenport)to develop a strategy to foster economic growth.Jack to
schedule this meeting.
-Discuss road closure for Winterfest.
-Attend a meeting with the Commission on September 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM with the Chief of Police
included.
Housing Authority
-Lucine to attend Housing Authority Commission meetings.
-The Committee will extend an invitation for Housing Authority representatives to attend the Synergy
Summit Forum.
Community Engagement
-Jack will attend the North Fork Business Advisory Board meeting on September 12, 2025. He will also
work to schedule a meeting with the Youth Bureau to continue developing the Internship program.
Directory and Event Calendar
-Paul and Brent will continue efforts to collaborate on creating a business directory and community
event calendar. Paul spoke with Lisa Sannino., who expressed willingness to assist, noting that funding
will be necessary.
Partnerships with Local Organizations
-The Committee agreed to establish stronger working relationships with local civic and service groups:
Civics—Jack
Rotary—Brian
Lions—Jennifer
Chambers—Paul
Holiday Events
Darren (Historical Museum) shared ideas for a town Christmas event, including a holiday stroll,
candlelight tour and tree lighting. Additional suggestions, reach out to the Southold Fire Department to
participate, possibly with food offerings on parade day. Encourage local restaurants to provide a special
pre fixe menus before and after the parade.
Two holiday strolls are planned for December 6,2025 and December 12, 2025.
Winterfest
Planning will begin once the Committee receives approval from the Town Board on outstanding issues.
Jack and Jennifer will meet with the Supervisor to review the budget requirements and street closure
details.
Adjournment : 5:05 PM Submitted : ES 9/15/25