Notice to the Public:

Downtown Benicia Alliance (DBA)

Special Board Meeting, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 – 9:00 AM

Benicia Chamber of Commerce, 601 First Street, Suite 100

Benicia, CA 94510

You are encouraged to participate in this meeting. Public comment is taken (3 minutes maximum per person) on items meeting as noted on the agenda. Comments on controversial items may be limited and large groups are encouraged to listed on the agenda when they are called. Public Comment on items not listed on the agenda will be heard at the 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:

1. Jeannie Hamann, Chair

2. Carl Lucca, Vice Chair

3. Debbie Souza

4. Eric Hoglund

5. Barbara Duvall

6. Holly Conse

7. Vacant

Advisor:

Colette Schow, Economic Development Manager, City of Benicia

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

December 12, 2023

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: 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: Approval of minutes: from June 6 (Attachment 1) and September 9 (Attachment 2).

5. Election of Officers: Elect officers for 2024.

6. Financial Review: Review and discuss financial statements.

7. BID Fee Compliance: Review BID fee compliance.

8. Tree Light Funding and Overview: Receive presentation from lighting contractor, Shaun Mason, discuss BID funds for tree lights and approach to continued funding, holiday lighting, and removal costs.

9. Adjourn