HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-05-28 14-194 ORDERCOUNCIL ACTION
Item No. 14-194
Date: May 28, 2014
Item/Subject ORDER, Adopting Municipal Development Program and Financial
Plan for the Bangor Center Development District
Responsible Department: Community & Economic Development
Commentary:
PUBLIC HEARING - Prior to voting on this Order, the Council is required to hold a Public
Hearing on the Municipal Development Program and Financial Plan for the Bangor Center
Development District.
The purpose of this Order is for the City Council to consider the Program to be implemented for the
Bangor Center Development District. The Program has been prepared by the Bangor Center
Management Corporation/ Downtown Bangor Partnership.
This item was reviewed and recommended for approval by the Business & Economic Development
Committee at its May 20, 2014 meeting.
Tanya Emery
Department Head
Manager's Comments:
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City Manager
Associated Information:
Municipal Development Program and Financial Plan attached to CO
Budget Approval:
Finance Director
Legal Approval:
Cify Solicitor
Introduced for
X Passage
First Reading Page _ of _
Referral
Assigned to Councilor Nealley
GITY OF BANGOR
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(TITLE.) ORDER, Adopting Municipal Development Program and Financial Plan for
the Bangor Center Development District
WHEREAS, by action of the City Council, a certain area in the downtown has been
designated as a Municipal Development District, known as the Bangor Center
Development District, in accordance with 30-A M.R.S.A. § 5223(1); and
WHEREAS, 30-A M.R.S.A. § 5224(1) requires that the governing body of a Municipality adopt
a development program for each development district; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the previously established Development District continues to exist
and the District will contribute to the economic growth and well-being of the
Municipality, to the betterment of the health, welfare, and safety of the City of
Bangor; and
WHEREAS, the Bangor Center Management Corporation/Downtown Bangor Partnership has
recommended a proposed development program to be adopted by the City
Council:
BE IT ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BANGOR THAT
in accordance with 30-A M.R.S.A. §§ 5223 and 5224, there is hereby adopted the "Bangor
Center Development District, Municipal Development Program and Financial Plan, Fiscal Year
2015", a copy of which is attached hereto as the development program for the Bangor Center
Development District.
IN CITY COUNCIL
MAY 28, 2014
Motion made and seconded that councilor Graham did not have a
conflict of interest
Passed
Motion made and seconded to Open the Public Hearing
Public Hearing Openddd
Motion made and seconded to Close the Public Hearing
Public Hearing Closed
Motion made and seconded for Passage
Passed
CITY CL Z
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73 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401
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Bangor Center Development District
Municipal Development Program and Financial Plan
Fiscal Year 2015
Downtown Bangor Partnership will use staff services available through the Department of Community
and Economic Development, and the subcommittees of the Board to carry out the FY 2015 work plan.
Revenues will be derived from the special assessment levied on property owners in the Downtown
Development District. Those revenues, and the carry forward bank balance from the prior fiscal year,
will be used to fund Downtown Bangor Partnership's activities for the next fiscal year. Total cash
estimated to be available for fiscal year 2015 is $101,000 a combination of carryover, sponsorships,
event revenues and the FY 2015 estimated assessment of $55,000.
Capacity: DBP will contract for the services of a staff person from the Department of Community and
Economic Development. This part-time coordinator will administer the implementation of the adopted
work plan. All board of director and officer seats will be filled; this includes all ex -officio seats.
Downtown Bangor Partnership will continue to utilize volunteers for event implementation and will seek
to engage interested parties in other organizational activities, such as standing committees, as
appropriate. DBP will continue to actively recruit and engage the business community in our efforts
through sponsorships and other appropriate means.
Administration and Insurance: DBP will reimburse the City's Department of Community & Economic
Development for staff services up to $30,000, and for direct expenses such as postage, copies, and
materials. It will also purchase insurance at an approximate cost of $2,900 to cover all events and
activities.
Advocacy/City Liaison: DBP will continue an ongoing dialogue with the City Council re: issues that
impact Downtown. DBP will advocate for expenditures from the City budget for investments that will
enhance the district; DBP will continue to review the appropriateness of the district boundaries and
make recommendations to the City Council. DBP will support Economic Development efforts in the
Downtown district. Additionally DBP will financially support the Police Department up to $10,000 for
the Downtown walking beat Officer.
Marketing: Downtown Bangor Partnership will continue to position Downtown as the City's arts and
cultural center and will produce events and publicity and marketing materials to support the image of a
central business district that is also a vibrant neighborhood. We will conduct market research on an
ongoing basis to assess the views and opinions of Downtown stakeholders. We will work closely with the
City's Community & Economic Development Department to assure brand continuity and appropriate
messaging to potential businesses. We will continue to issue media releases for any significant events or
relevant news items that impact the Downtown businesses, residents, employees or visitors. In the next
year the marketing committee is producing a television commercial designed to attract people to
Downtown Bangor, we will also revise our strategic marketing plan.
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Networking & Outreach: DBP will continue to reach out to various Downtown constituencies to gather
information, feedback and input to guide the board and our work moving forward. This committee
plans to host regular networking sessions as well as educational sessions that can benefit Downtown
business owners, property owners and residents. In FY 15 we will renew our focus on Downtown
residents and seek ways that DBP can better meet their needs. DBP will also work to advise and support
Downtown businesses and organizations such as the Bangor Farmers' Market. Additionally this
committee provides welcome baskets to new businesses to assure they are aware of DBP and what we
can do to support them.
Activities & Events: Downtown Bangor Partnership will collaborate with partners to produce activities
and events that are meaningful to the businesses and will benefit business recruitment and retention
while bringing people Downtown. This committee is currently reviewing the program of activities for FY
2015 to determine where energies and funds are best spent. We will continue bringing in committee
members that are not serving on the board to diversity our work base and encourage more involvement
from the Downtown community. At this time, Downtown Bangor Partnership plans to produce the
following signature events in FY 2015: Fresh Air Market and Cool Sounds Concert Series, Trick or
Treating, Santa's Workshop, and Downtown Countdown.
Beautification: We continue with our Kenduskeag Stream flower boxes, Streetside Planters, Banner
Program and undertake an expanded Holiday lighting.
On all levels, DBP will continue partnering with the City of Bangor and other organizations for the
promotion and betterment of Downtown, and will take advantage of other opportunities that become
available during the year. DBP will continue to encourage and participate in the production of free
seminars and networking gatherings geared toward Downtown businesses and building owners.
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DBP Primary Organizational Objectives through 2018
Last fall, the DBP Board went through a strategic visioning process to update and refocus its efforts over
the next 5 years. Below outlines the direction the Board intends take in the coming years.
1. To be a catalyst for downtown growth through:
a. Marketing and branding to support increased business and residences in downtown
b. Advocacy for downtown
c. Networking for downtown businesses and residents
d. Events that support the above
To increase organizational capacity for effective work as a catalyst through:
a. Effective governance
b. Adequate volunteer participation
Goals and Strategies
Marketing Committee:
Goal: Improve marketing of downtown as a home for people, businesses, culture, entertainment,
and shopping.
Strategy: Create, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive and clearly defined marketing plan
including:
• Upbeat, lively brand
• Logo and website
Approaches to challenging perception issues such as safety or family oriented
Signature events
Events Committee:
Goal: Develop a committee that will establish the relationship between the Partnership and events
Goal: Identify event best practice and evaluate the success of events including quantifying the
resources and benefits of the events
Advocacy Committee:
Goal: Improve advocacy for excellent physical infrastructure in Downtown
Goal: Improve advocacy for Downtown at City Council meetings
Strategy: Visibly participate and inform people about downtown
Goal: Take a leadership role in planning for development of downtown
Strategy: Begin a conversation with the City about an economic development plan for
downtown
Networking Committee:
Goal: Improve communications within downtown
Strategy: Develop tools for providing information to the community such as a newsletter and a
downtown calendar
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Organizational Structure:
Goal: Improve governance oversight, decision making and goal setting practices
Strategy: Implement and evaluate practical methods and tools to ensure Partnership will
successfully meet the goals developed through the 2013 goal planning process including the
following tools or tactics:
• A common work plan template and calendar
• Assigned deadlines for completion of work
Strategy: Ensure committees' work is integrated they work together toward overall goals for
downtown
Strategy: Implement and evaluate best practical tools and processes for managing new board
member orientation Including tactics such as:
• Provide clear information on Partnership history, current activities, and expectations
• Assign experienced Board members to be mentors for new Board members
Strategy: Establish best practices for managing board and committee health and meetings
including the following:
• Skilled meeting facilitation including setting ground rules, standards, and
documentation
• Skilled management in responding multiple constituencies
• Effective and inclusive decision-making and conflict resolution .
• Use of central digital file organization system including a calendar for planning purposes
Goal: Increase number of volunteers at all skill and commitment levels
Strategy: Develop, implement, and evaluate a volunteer development plan that addresses
volunteer recruitment and retention, as well as challenges such as:
• Clear expectations for volunteers to work together as one voice when working with city
staff and council
• Pathways for volunteers to change or grow in roles
Downtown Bangor Partnership Budget FY 2015
DBP proposed Annual Budget for FY 2015 Approved 4/8/14 by DBP Board of Dlrectors
FY 2015 Budget Overview
Revenue
Opening Balance
Event Revenue
Cool Sounds Vendor fees
Downtown Countdown Vendor fees
Event Revenue Subtotal
Kend. Trail Signs - Restricted income
Advertising Co-op Revenue (Offset)
Levy - Special Assessment
Sponsorships -
Beautification
Misc. beautification
Downtown Countdown
Cool Sounds
Halloween
Sponsorships Subtotal
Total Revenue
Expenses
Beautification
Summer Decorations (sponsor offset)
Holiday lighting & Decorations (sponsor offset)
Kenduskeag Stream Flower Boxes
Streetside Flower Boxes
Beautification - Other
Beautification Subtotal
General Administration
Account Fees
City Economic Develop. Services
Legal Advertising
Event Registration/Training
Insurance
Memberships/Registration fees
Postage & Mailing Services
Printing & Copying
Supplies
General Administration Subtotal
Liaison
Public Safety
Newworking & Outreach
Food
Marketing
Contract Services
CVB Guidebook underwrite
Holiday Marketing/Promo
Advertising - General
Advertising - Co-op Expense (Offset)
Brochures - print additional
E-mail Newsletter Service
Discover DT rollout (www, graphics)
Web Hosting & Domain
Marketing - Other
Marketing Subtotal
Events
3,000
Soo
$ 5,000
$ 3,500
$ 20,000
S 5,000
$ 2,000
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4,000
3,500
3,000
55,000
$ 35,500
$ 101,000
$ 1,000
$ 2,500
$ 2,500
$ 2,000
$ 250
$ 8,250
$
650
$
30,000
$
2,500
$
200
$
1,800
$
400
$
75
$
200
$
250
475
$ 36,075
10,000
750
$ 1,500
$ 1,500
$ 3,000
$ 3,000
$ 3,000
$ 500
$ 500
$ 3,000
$ 250
$ 150
$ 16,400
Event Sponsorships
$
600
Downtown Countdown
$
20,500
Cool Sounds
$
5,550
Halloween
$
2,250
Santa's Workshop
$
475
Events Subtotal
$ 29,375
Total Expenses
$ 100,850
Net Income
$ 150
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