PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE On THURSDAY, August 14, 2008, 7:30 A.M., the Organization Committee of the Main Street Monroe/Downtown Development Authority will conduct their regular monthly meeting at the Main Street office located at 118 East Front Street.  This meeting is rescheduled from August 7, 2008. This is open to all members of the public under Michigan's open meetings act.  Further information can be obtained by contacting the Main Street office at (734) 240-2458.  Andrea Jones Main Street Manager July 21, 2008
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DESIGN COMMITTEE This is to serve as notice that the Design Committee has rescheduled their meetings for the remainder of 2008 and will now meet on the following dates in the Main Street Office at 8:30 a.m. at 118 East Front Street, Monroe, Michigan: August 13, 2008 September 10, 2008 October 8, 2008 November 12, 2008 December 10, 2008 These are open to all members of the public under Michigan's open meetings act.  Further information can be obtained by contacting the Main Street office at (734) 240-2458.  Andrea Jones Main Street Manager July 21, 2008
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Development Area Citizens Council These meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm they are open to all members of the public under the “Michigan Open Meetings Act.”  Further information can be obtained by contacting the Main Street Office at 734-240-2458. Scheduled meetings: January 8, 2008 – No meeting held. February 12, 2008 March 11, 2008 April 8, 2008 May 13, 2008 June 10, 2008 July 8, 2008 August 12, 2008 September 9, 2008 October 14, 2008 November 11, 2008 December 9, 2008
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE NOTICE OF MAIN STREET SUBCOMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2008 Andrea Jones Main Street Manager
Main Street Monroe / Downtown Development Authority Board
Rick Floraday, Chairperson Frank Wszelaki, Vice Chairperson Mark Worrell, Mayor Janet Berns Doug Chaffin Michelle Cloutier		Cheri Weakly Ken Wickenheiser Barry Kinsey Gabe Martin David Stahl Mary Gail Beneteau, Treasurer
Main Street Monroe / D.D.A. Board Meeting Agendas		Main Street Monroe / D.D.A. Board Meeting Minutes
2008 April May June 2007 January February February Special Meeting March April May June July August September October November December 2006 January February March April May June July August August Special Meeting September October November D.D.A Boundry Map		2008 January February March March Special Meeting April 2007 January February Special Meeting February Worksession March April May June July August Worksession August September October October Work Session November December 2006 January February March April May June July August August Special Meeting September October December
The Downtown Development Authority has adopted the Main Street concept with the goal of improving historic downtown Monroe. The mission of the program is to enhance the quality of life and develop a positive image of Downtown Monroe for residents, businesses and visitors by promoting cultural and economic growth in the downtown area. The Four Point approach is built upon the preservation and revitalization of a downtown. The key to success in the Main Street Approach is to carefully integrate all four elements, and work simultaneously in each area. These four elements encompass organization, promotion, design and economic restructuring activities directed at downtown. This is a program plan, designed to aid the DDA in the revitalization progress. It is essential that the comprehensiveness of the Main Street Approach is understood, and that each area receives the attention that it needs.
Promotion Committee
Markets the Traditional Commercial Districts assets to Customers, Potential investors, New business, Local citizens, and visitors. • Market Identification • Public Relations • Visual Identity • Slogan & Logo • Community Programs • Events & Activities • Merchandising • Education • Advertising • Media & Publicity • Sponsorship
Name Title Janet Berns Chairperson John Patterson   Amanda Phebus Mary Gail Beneteau   Mike Trapp
Organization Committee
Builds consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who have a role in the revitalization process. • Broad public & Private Partnership • Community Involvement • Establishes Four Point Committees • Open Communication • Pro-Active Leadership • Strategic Work Planning • Clarify mission • Goals & Objectives • Planning Principles • Implementation
Name Title James Petrangelo Chairperson William J. Hassett Frank Wszelaki
Design Committee
Enhances the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging supportive new construction, developing sensitive design management, and long-term planning. • Community Vision • Natural Environment • Community Structure • Infrastructure • Parking • Historical Resources • Site Development • Plans, Codes & Ordinances • Maintenance • Quality
Name Title Barbara Harrington Chairperson Ken Yeary Michelle Cloutier   Cheri Weakly
Economic Restructuring
Strengths the district’s existing economic base while finding ways to expand it to meet new opportunities and challenges from outlying development. • Broad Retail, Services & Housing Mix • Healthy Competition • Business Retentions & Expansion • Market Potential • Development Partnership • Financial Incentives • Adaptive Re-Use • Infill Development • Infrastructure
Name Title Ken Wickenheiser Chairperson Barry Kinsey Jack Marcero   Janet Berns Cheri Weakly Pam Stanley