The Rellik Tavern, 726 First Street, Benicia, CA 94510
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 a regular 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 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Board of Directors:
1. Leah Shelhorn, Chair, Studio 41, Capitol District
2. Renee Marie Jordan, Vice Chair/Treasurer,Jordan Real Estate, Park District
3. Jim Morgan, Secretary, Sailor Jacks, Waterfront District(2 yr. term)
4. Jeanne Steinmann, Benicia Magazine, Capitol District(2 yr.term)
5. Eileen Stern, ReMax Gold, Waterfront District
6. James Long, Pups N Purrz, Waterfront District(2yr.term)
7. Carl Lucca, Lucca Restaurant and Bar, Waterfront District(2yr.term)
8. Thomas Hamilton, The Rellik Bar, Capitol District
9. Tom Gavin, Gavin and Schreiner, Capitol District, 2nd Floor(2yr.term)
Advisor: Mario Giuliani, Economic Development Manager, City of Benicia
Board Meeting Agenda
The Rellik Bar, Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at 9:00 am
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 the 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 December 8, 2014 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. Election of Officers: The new Board of Directors will elect the Chair, Vice Chair/Treasurer and Secretary. The Board will also draw lots to decide length of terms.
6. Update on BID Assessments. Mario to update. Assessment dues letters were ready January 5th. Possible Board Action.
7. Annual Report: Leah will review the report to the Board.
8. Treasurers Report: Renee Marie Jordan will report. Discussion and possible Board Action.
9. Changing Board Meetings to 4 a year(One a quarter). Board Action required. Special Meetings can be called when appropriate.
10. What is the plan for the downtown from the City of Benicia. Goals? Beautification (Street Cleaning)? Recruitment? Advertising? Possible Board Action.
11. What’s new in each District:
Waterfront: Jim Morgan, Eileen Stern, and James Long
Capitol: Jeanne Steinmann, Leah Shelhorn, Tom Hamilton, Tom Gavin
Park: Renee Marie Jordan
12. Sub Committee Reports:
Promotions:
Website:
Advocacy:
Tourism Meetings
City Council Meetings
13. Adjourn