Board Meeting Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at 9:00 am
at The Rellik Tavern, 726 First Street, Benicia, CA
The Downtown Benicia Alliance is a partnership of our Businesses that, together we will promote the common interests of and improve advocacy for our downtown.
Celebrating Local Merchants Every Day.
Notice to the Public:
You are welcomed and encourage to participate in this meeting. Public comment is taken (3 minutes maximum per person) on items listed on the agenda when they are called. Public Comment on items not listed on the agenda will be heard at the meeting as noted on the agenda. Comments on controversial items may be limited and large groups are encouraged to select one or two speakers to represent the opinion of the group. The order of Agenda items is listed for reference and may be taken in any order deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors. The Agenda provides a general description; however, the Board of Directors may take action other than what is recommended.
Brown Act Notice:
Government Code Section 54950 (The Brown Act) requires that a brief description of each item to be transacted or discussed be posted at least 72 hours prior to Board Meeting. Action may not be taken on items not posted on the agenda. Meeting facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities. If you require special assistance to participate in the meeting, notify:
Leah Shelhorn at 707-745-0254 at least 24 hours prior to this special meeting.
Board of Directors for 2017:
1. Leah Shelhorn, Studio 41, Gifts4 Every1
2. Thomas Hamilton, The Rellik Bar
3. Eileen Stern, Re Max Gold Real Estate
4. James Morgan, Sailor Jacks
5. Carl Lucca, Lucca Restaurant
6. Jeanne Steinman, Benicia Magazine
7. Tom Gavin, Gavin and Schreiner
8. Suzanne JonCoaltz, Heritage Pantry and Spice
Mario Giuliani, Economic Development Manager, City of Benicia
Board Meeting Agenda:
1. Call to Order:
2. Public Comment: Members of the Public are invited to comment on any item related to the affairs of the Downtown Benicia Alliance. Each member has up to three minutes to address the Board. The Board is not allowed to discuss matters brought up during public comment.
3. Approval of Agenda: The Chair will seek approval of the Agenda. Only items already on the agenda may be discussed. Approval of the Agenda allows for adjustment of the order in which items are discussed.
4. Approval of Minutes: The Chair will seek approval of the November 14, 2017 minutes. The minutes should be approved if they meet the adequately and accurately the decisions and action made at the previous meeting. If a Board Member was absent for a meeting, they should abstain from voting, unless their vote is necessary to make a quorum, at which point they may vote on the item.
5. Second and Final Reading of the Proposed Changes to Article V of the Bylaws: The Board to review for the second and final time to vote for the proposed changes to Article V of the Bylaws; reducing the number of directors from 9 to 7. As we have changed number of meetings per year and removed districts, we will discuss changes to number of directors. Board Action and Vote. See below for Article V, Directors.
5. Treasurer’s Report: Tom Hamilton, Treasurer will give this report. Discussion, Possible Board Action and Vote.
6. Nomination Applications Reviewed, and New Board Members Elected: Board Action and Vote. See Nomination Applications below.
7. Update on Noise Ordinance for the Downtown: Carl and Mario will give reports.
8. ABC Lead Training: Tuesday, February 6, 2018, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Lisa Krimsky of the Benicia Police Department is coordinating this very important session. To sign up call: 746-4242. Two Board Members are requested. Board Action and Vote.
9. Upcoming Board Meetings: January 9, 2018/ April 10, 2018/ July 10,2018/ October 9, 2018
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections December 11,2018
10. Adjourn: