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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-05-28 08-196 ORDERCOUNCILACnON Date: May 28, 2008 Item No, U 8 196 Item/Subject: ORDER, Adopting Municipal Development Program and Rnanclal Plan for the Bangor Center Development District Responsible Department: Community & Economic D opment HEARING - Prior to voting on this Order, the Council is required to hold a Pubic 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 W be implemented for the Bangor Center Development District. The Program has been prepared by the Bangor Center Management Ooryorannn. Department Head Managees Comments: This has been reviewed and is recommended by the Business and Economic Development Committee. Associated cid;^ X Passage _ Mrst Residing Page _ of _ Referral 08 196 P r°j-ttix 'sem, A®iPe WC ilac n'Erneo my 28. 2008 CITY OF BANGOR (MILE.) ORDER, Adopting Municipal Development Program and Financial Man for the Bangor Cuter Development District WHEREAS, by action of the City Council, a certain area in the downtown has been desgnated 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 de dopment 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 heat, welfare, and safety of the City of Bangor, and WHEREAS, the Bangor Center Management Corporation has recommended a proposed development program to be adopted by the City Council; NOW, THEREFORE, BE LT ORDERED BYTIE CRY COUNCIL OF TIE CL OF BANGOR MAT in accordance with 30-A M.R.S.X §§ 5223 and 5224, there is hereby adopted the "Bangor Center Development District, Municipal Development Program Plan and Budget, Fiscal Year 2009", attached a copy of which Is hereto as the development program for the Bangor Center Development DishiM IN an COUNCIL Nay 28, 2008 Notion Made and Seconded to Open the Public Hearing Public Hearing Opened Mo One from the Public i care Forward Notion Mede and Seconded to Close the Public Hearing Public Hearing Closed Motlot Node and seconded for Passage PaseA Program and ppy.lol Plan for he inpm. Anigned No Co�uacclliuo Lw '� V, VW'� V 8 196 BAKGCfl ""T" Bangor angor Bangor Center Development District Municipal Development Program Plan and Budget Fiscal Year 2009 Bangor Center Corporation will use staff services available through the Department of Community and Economic Development, and the Subcommittees far Marketing/Events, Beautification, and Downtown Liaison to carry out Its Oscal year 2009 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 fiscal year 2008, will be used to fund BCC's activities for the next fiscal year. Total funds estimated to be available for fiscal year 2009 are $79,000, a combination of carryover and the FY 2009 estimated assessment of $54,187. Personnel. BCC will contract for the services of a staff person from the Department of Community and Economic Development. This coordinator will administer the Implementation of the adopted work plan. Administration and Insurance. BCC will reimburse the City's Department of Community and Economic Development for staff services, and for direct expenses such as postage, copies, and materials. It will also purchase insurance at an approximate cost of $750. Marketing and Events Program BCC will continue to position downtown as the CJ Ws arts and cultural center and will produce everts and publicity and marketing materials to support the image of a central business district that Is also a vibrant neighborhood. Activities produced by BCC will include: • Cool Sounds Concert Series • Outdoor Market • Dog Day (tentatively) • Holiday lighting and lighting events • Downtown Countdown Advertising will Include: Bangor Chamber of Commerce Visitors Guide • CVB Meeting Planners Guide • Bangor Daily News • The Maine Edge • Selective ads to promote everts • Brochure distribution in CVB info packets RAN60R CENTER DowntownBangor • Marketing materials will include: • Rackbrochures • Web site with current Information • Media releases BCC will continue to partner with other organizations for the promotion and betterment of downtown, and the committee will take advantage of other opportunities that become available during the year. BCC will continue to encourage and participate in the production of free seminars and networking gatherings geared toward downtown businesses and building owners. Downtown Liaison Program SOC ill engage stakeholders in a brood-basedwary. BCC will conduct public meetings as needed, and will continue to supplement the City of Bangor's Police Department budget with funding to help support bicycle patrols and holiday season foot patrols. The Committee will meet throughout the year with City department liaisons associated wtth public safety, pedestrian, and vehicular Issues, and with downtown stakeholders. The Committee will also formally welcome new businesses that open downtown. eeatrtifmtlon Program BCC will partner with Bangor Public Works and Keep Bangor Beautiful to provide flowering planters and flowers for the parks during the growing season and will fill 64 or more flower boxes along the Kenduskeag canal. BCC will build on and coordinate the comprehensive street banner program. BCC will promote and encourage activities that improve the cleanliness and overall appearance of downtown. All Committees will identify and recognize individual, organizational, and business initiatives that exemplify the "Feel the Beat" spirit. 6PXGOP "'T" Downtown angor Bangor Center Corporation Budget Anticipated Proposed Actual For FY 2008 FY 2009 Development District Levy 49,296 54,187 Estimated Carryover 16,903 24,813 Total available for spending 66,199 79,000 personnel reimbursement to City of Bangor 12,000 12,000 Events (net of sponsorships and entry fees) 15,000 15,000 Marketing 7,000 13,000 Beautiflcadon and wayside signs 12,000 11,000 Secunty 8,000 10,000 Administration and insurance 2,500 2&5Q Total spending plan 56,500 63,850 3