August 2019 - Downtown Benicia Alliance

Downtown Benicia Alliance Board Meeting

Tuesday August 6, 2019

8:30AM

Lucca Bar & Grill

439 First Street

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: Mario Giuliani at 707.746.4289 at least 24 hours prior to this special meeting.

Board of Directors for 2019:

1. Donald Glidewell, Donald Glidewell, CPA (Term expires Dec 2019)

2. Suzanne Joncoaltz, Heritage Pantry & Spice (Term expires Dec 2020)

3. James Morgan, Sailor Jack’s (Term expires Dec 2019)

4. Robert Nelson, Gallery 621 (Term expires Dec 2020)

5. Susan North, Treasury Commons, Second Floor Business (Term expires Dec 2019)

6. Eileen Stern, Re Max Gold Real Estate(Term expires Dec 2019)

7. Secretary: Gennyfer Santel, Glen Cove Farm (Term expires Dec 2020)

8. Vice Chair: Eric Hoglund, Estey Real Estate(Term expires Dec 2019)

9. Chair: Carl Lucca, Lucca Restaurant and Bar (Term expires Dec 2020)

Advisor: Mario Giuliani, Economic Development Manager, City of Benicia

Agenda

Downtown Benicia Alliance Special Board Meeting

August 6, 2019, 8:30 a.m.

Lucca Bar & Grill

439 First Street

1. Call to Order and Roll Call:

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: 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.

Recommended Action: Vote to approve agenda as presented.

4. Update on Decorative Lights in Trees and Replacement Strands: City Staff will provide an update on maintenance of the decorative tree lights and replacement of strands.

Recommended Action: Receive update and input from Board Members and public. Provide direction to city staff and lighting contractor.

5. Adjourn: