HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/18/2013SCOTT A. RUSSELL
SUPERVISOR
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Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
January 18, 2013
Present: John Stype, Rona Smith, Donielle Cardinale, Amy Maguire Burns, Tony Cocheo,
Carolyn Fahey, lan Wile, Councilman Bill Ruland, Supervisor Scott Russell and Phillip Beltz.
Excused: Linton Duell and Steve Latham. Aisc present: Gianna ¥olpe of the Suffolk Times.
Meeting began at 2:00 p.m.
"How to Business Guide": John reported that he met with Leslie Weisman of ZBA,
Heather Lanza of Planning, Amy and Phillip to initiate discussion of developing the
guide. Amy further developed the concept to a "simple" guide/brochure version that is
designed to be informative but also direct the public to the EDC website as that can be
maintained and kept current. Comments were very positive and everyone is to review
Amy's copy and provide her with comments no later than January 31 st (if you need a
copy contact her.)
Suffolk Times Business Guide Advertisement: Phillip requested that EDC consider
placing an ad in the February 21st edition that will highlight EDC as a resource to the
business community. All were in agreement to take a half-page ad for $525 from the
EDC's $3,000 annual budget. John, Amy and lan will help Phillip develop copy/visuals.
Website Content: Phillip discussed importance of keeping website current and "fresh."
lan will provide a brief update of business survey findings with visuals for the site. The
"Business Guide" will also be added to the website along with a solicitation for viewers
to provide their email addresses. Suggestion to include a profile of local businesses
although this could be perceived as "advertising" and it would be difficult to establish
criteria for selecting which business to profile, lan agreed to assist Phillip in refining the
website through the year. Suggestion for EDC to track the number of viewers that visit
its website.
Schedule Meeting with New York State Regional Economic Council: Due to recent
funding awards within Long Island, Phillip and John suggested solicited funding from the
Council, however, Carolyn suggested that EDC meet with their representative (Andrea
Lohneiss) after EDC has targeted a specific idea. Phillip suggested "promoting tourism"
through technology with applications for Smartphones. Carolyn noted that EDC should
think of partnerships with other entities (e.g. NF Promotion Council, etc.) This will be
further discussed and EDC should bring funding suggestions to the next meeting.
Youth Job Fair in the Spring: The Economic Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan
suggests holding a Job Fair for youth. The Youth Bureau board and several members of
the EDC (John, Linton, Amy and Phillip) will work together to host a job fair in the Spring
at the Recreation Center. Letters will be sent to Chambers of Commerce, businesses
such as restaurants, etc. to solicit employers with jobs for youth.
2013 Goals and Objectives: Due to lack of time this item was tabled until the next
meeting and time will be allocated for members to meet to discuss how to achieve goals
and objectives for the year. In addition, EDC may consider meeting at another day/time
to further discuss.
Set Next Meeting Date/Time: All are in favor of meeting on Friday afternoons. The
next scheduled meeting is Friday, February 22nd at 2:00 p.m. in the Annex board room.
Meeting ended at 3:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip Beltz