HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/14/2012SCOTT A. RUSSELL
SUPERVISOR
Town Hall, 53095 Route 25
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, New York 11971-0959
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Telephone (631) 765-1889
OFFICE OF THE SUPERVISOR
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
June 14, 2012
Present: John Stype, Amy Maguire Burns, lan Wile, Carolyn Fahey, Anthony Cocheo, Linton
Duell, Councilman Bill Ruland, Supervisor Scott Russell and Phillip Beltz. Excused/Absent:
Rona Smith, Steve Latham and Donielle Cardinale. Meeting began at 3:05 p.m.
Suffolk County Industrial Commercial Incentive Plan: Heather Lanza presented targeted
areas for consideration for the Town's plan to incentivize business development/improvements
that was reviewed by the EDC. She will present to the Town Board for their comment.
Business Liaison Position: John Stype presented a proposed "Contact Sheet" for meeting
with businesses as well as "How To Guide." Committee members are asked to review and
provide him with comments and feedback prior to the next meeting for further discussion. It is
envisioned that the Guide will be available online on the EDC webpage. Copies will be printed
as well with the target date in the fall.
Listeninq Tour:
· Southold Business Alliance meeting at the Knights of Columbus is scheduled for evening
of June 14th, Phillip, Steve, John and Tony will attend.
· Meeting with marinas is scheduled for Thursday, June 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the Peconic
Lane Community Center.
· Additional industries to target (e.g. restaurants) to be discussed at the next meeting.
Survey Results: lan reported that he has received several surveys but the data does not
support an analysis of results. Hopefully more surveys will be submitted with upcoming
meetings. In addition, the Chambers of Commerce should remind its members to take the
survey.
Frequency of Meetin,qs: Due to inconsistent attendance within the past month, John
suggested that the committee meet less frequently. Members agreed to meet monthly.
Other: Carolyn suggested that the EDC consider hosting seminars in the fall with resources
such as "Financing" and "Developing Business Plans."
Next Meetinq Date/Time: EDC will meet Thursday, July 12th at 3 p.m. at the Town Hall
Annex conference room.
Meeting concluded at 4:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip Beltz