Trading Post Restaurant* 602 West Highway 287 Kit Carson, Colorado
*The Trading Post in on the north side of Highway 287 at the west end of Kit Carson…You Can’t Miss It!!
Introduction of Members and Guests
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Minutes of May 5, 2010
Approval of Bills
Unfinished Business:
Our Journey and Off the Beaten Trail 2010
Jo Downey will discuss the most recent marketing efforts for Our Journey and OBT promotional campaigns for the 2010 travel season. A summary of the marketing results for both programs through the end of June is included in Board packets.
Regional Legal Services Update
Area Agency on Aging Director, Terry Baylie, will update those present on the results of the recent legal services clinics provided by Colorado Legal Services through a sub-contract with ECCOG. These clinics are for seniors living within the four-county area.
2010 Event Radio Ads/First Saturday, etc.
The final ads for each of the four events have been produced and the Simla ad used. Those present will listen to the final ads. Discussion will follow and an update will be given on the other elements of the Regional Tourism Marketing grant…First Saturday and Fam tours.
Enterprise Zone Changes Awareness Campaign
Jo Downey will brief the Board and others on the preliminary plans by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development to educate local taxpayers on the major change (pre-certification required) in the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit program that begins in 2012. Downey will also discuss the initial work being undertaken by ECCOG staff to further this effort. Sample promotional materials are included for Board Members.
Blight Removal Concept Paper
Jo Downey will brief the Board and others on the preliminary work being undertaken for the Slum and Blight removal project as outlined in the CEDS. Discussion will also take place regarding the pilot/sample project being coordinated by COG staff for Stratton.
Other
NEW BUSINESS:
Nutrition Program Guest Fee
Terry Baylie will review the new Standardized Cost Sheet (copy included with Board materials) for determination of area Senior Meals Programs’ guest fees. Baylie, AAA Director, will report on the SSTB’s recommendation and ask the ECCOG Board of Directors for final approval of the fee.
Home Sweet Prairies
ECCOG Staff will update those present on the PDC Little Homes on the Prairie project (as recommended by the CEDS). The briefing will include the status of the project planning and the proposed time frame and tasks to “launch”. Included with Board materials is a draft list of the realty offices within the four-county region. The Board will be asked to suggest any known additions or deletions of changes.
Regional Tourism Marketing 2011
Included in Board packets is a copy of a memo from the State Tourism Office outlining the requirements (and match changes) for grant funds for Regional Tourism marketing for 2011. Jo Downey will discuss the changes and the current ideas for fund use. Discussion will also take place regarding whether ECCOG or PDC should be the 2011 applicant.
Senior Speak-Out XXXIV
Enclosed with Board materials is a copy of the agenda and registration form for the 2010 Senior Speak-Out to be held in Burlington in October. Terry Baylie will brief those in attendance on the history of the Speak-Out and review the agenda for this upcoming conference for the seniors living within the three Eastern Plains regions.
Energy Impact Grant Cycles
After a year’s “rest”, Energy Impact grants are again available. There are two cycles in 2010. The first cycle’s deadline is August 1…the second round has a grant submittal deadline of December 1. The application form has changed slightly and all applicants must address one or more areas of sustainability. Staff will discuss the overall changes and opportunities for funds. Detailed information and a copy of the new application form are included in this mailing for each Board member. Additional copies will be available at the meeting.
Enterprise Zone Contribution Project Requests
The City of Burlington is requesting that their Department of Economic Development and the Old Town Museum Complex both be considered for Enterprise Zone Contribution Project designation by ECCOG and the State Economic Development Commission. Staff will discuss the process and time frame and request that the ECCOG Board approve both applications and forward them to the State EDC. Copies are enclosed in Board Packets.
Enterprise Zone Credit Summary 1-1-10 through 6-30-10
Included for Board Members with this mailing is a summary of the Enterprise Zone credits certified by ECCOG during the first half of 2010. Staff will review the summary and answer any questions.
ECCOG Impact 2011
The annual Community Development/Technical Assistance proposal from ECCOG to DOLA for Energy Impact grant funds is due August 1. Jo Downey will discuss the proposed 2011 work program and ask for a resolution from the Board to submit the application.
Other
Next Two Meeting Dates/Locations
Adjournment
Notice: The Board meeting scbeduled for October 28, 2009 at Limon, CO was cancelled due to inclement weather. The next meeting is tentatively set for Stratton, CO in December.
Date: To be announced
Location: To be announced
Time: To be announced
Introduction of Board and Guests
Approval of Minutes of August 26, 2009
Financial Report
Business Loan Recommendations
Housing Loan Recommendations
CTB Marketing Grant Project/2010 Grant Award
Off the Beaten Trail Sites/Project Status
Housing Projects (Kit Carson and Stratton)
Housing Purchases
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Update
PDC “Real Estate” Update
Loan Activity Status
Next Meeting Date/Location
Other
Adjournment
Next ECCOG Board Meeting Agenda