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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Community Development Committee 1990-11-08BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS /Community Development Committee November 8, 1990 Committee; Attending; Also Attending: Absent: Chairman Barker, Trustees Garrett and Hix All Tovm Administrator Klaphake, Community Development Director Stamey, Peter Marsh, Clerk O'Connor None Chairman Barker called the Committee meeting to order at 2:00 P.M. PUBLICITY - CONFERENCE CENTER. The Committee reviewed a news article placed in the Colorado Business Magazine (October 1990 issue) which included a segment on the Estes Park Conference Center. ADVERTISING PROGRAM - 1991 BUDGET. The Committee reviewed an Executive Summary which included a 1991 Mission Statement which stated Second Wind's purpose was to promote Estes Park as a vacation destination through effective and efficient communication strategies; Position Statements pertaining to the national, regional and conference markets; Objectives, Strategies, and Demographic Profile of the Estes Park Visitor. Such an "abstract" will assist the Committee in their policy-making role. Director Stamey thoroughly reviewed the 1991 Budget for Advertising which was prepared by Peter Marsh/Second Wind, Ltd. Those items discussed included; cost per inquiry (C.P.I.), media selection criteria, direct media, indirect promotion, new and transferred programs, administration/production, magazine schedule, and budget figures as related to expenditures. The proposed 1991 Budget is $406,212. The Committee commended Second Wind, Ltd. for their much improved advertising program. Pertaining to "targeting" customers for continuing business, the Committee commented that perhaps the Chamber of Commerce should advise their members that specific targeting should be accomplished through individual business owners. The Committee recommends approval of the 1991 Advertising Budget as presented. PUBLIC INFORMATION - KIOSKS. Discussion followed concerning where the responsibility lies in maintaining both kiosks (1 at the Tregent Park, and 1 located at the entrance to the Old Church Shops) . The kiosks are not weather- tight, and the information placed requires frequent replacement. Administrator Klaphake will further discuss this project with EPURA Executive Director Anderson. The kiosks may be refurbished, relocated (east and west entrances), and re-assigned. There being no further business. Chairman Barker adjourned the meeting at 3:04 P.M. fAPPROVE Ds J NOV 1 3 1990 iur„. vY tSTES PARK i BJAF.D Of TRUSTEES Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS / Community Development Committee October 11, 1990 Committee: Attending: Also Attending: Chairman Barker, Trustees Garrett and Hix All Absent: Mayor Dannels, Community Development Director Stamey, Marketing Director Pickering, Chris White, Clerk O'Connor Town Administrator Klaphake Chairman Barker called the Committee meeting to order at 2:01 P.M. COLORADO HOUSING & FINANCE AUTHORITY (CHFA^ - REPORT. Chris white/CHFA, briefed all in attendance on the Rural Development Loan Program which has been established by CHFA and funded through the proceeds of a loan from Farmers Home Administration (FHA). Long-term, 8.5% fixed-rate loans are available for businesses in rural areas of Colorado. The maximum loan amount is $150,000 or 75% of the project cost, whichever is less. Priority is given to manufacturing and industrial projects. The first application period deadline is October 19, 1990; additional application periods will be announced as funds become available. Mr. White identified which businesses qualify for the loans, how the loans work, and confirmed that the program should be available continually. Following a question and answer period, the Committee expressed their appreciation to Mr. White for his informative presentation. MARKETING REPORTS. Conference Center. Marketing Director Pickering briefed the Committee on the distribution of the "blueprint" brochure, media coverage, advertising, and bookings. 23 tentative groups have been approached, with 6 groups confirmed. Director Pickering reported that the entire booking list will not be advertised; however, the Department will prepare a monthly report. Property Profile. Director Pickering also submitted an Accommodations Property Profile which identified total rental units for the Estes Valley, excluding Allenspark and Big Thompson Canyon properties. This report will assist the Director in conference center bookings, and will be updated on a continuing basis. ADVERTISING POLICY COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENT. The Committee recommends Scott Webermeier be appointed to the aforestated Committee effective January 1, 1991. Other members include Ed Jungbluth, Terry License, Jerry Souers, Steve Stamey, and Bob Van Horn, and all are 2-year appointments. REPORTS. The Committee reviewed the monthly Building Permit Summary for September. Concerning the 1990 Census Report, Director Stamey reported that the Town has not received a response from the Census Bureau. There being no further business. Chairman Barker coimented that all information should be kept current in the information kiosks, and he_a.dlQUrJied_theemeeting at 3:00 P.M. OCT 2 3 1990 TOWN OF F.5T..S f' - 'K BOARD OF TRU;’.;EES Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk S <