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Casselberry Economic Development Advisory Board Minutes of January 22, 2013 Meeting Page 2 Ms. Pamela Lynch, Economic Development Coordinator, reviewed the scope and purpose of the Board. Ms. Lynch stated that the Economic Development Advisory Board is a public board and is therefore subject to Sunshine Law. She stated that board members may not speak about board business outside of a meeting. Ms. Lynch also explained that it is a floating board which allows for up to eleven (11) members. She additionally stated that meetings are quarterly per the resolution, but may be more frequent. Recent Key Efforts Review Ms. Pamela Lynch, Economic Development Coordinator, reviewed information provided in a powerpoint presentation regarding recent key efforts made by the City for the purposes of growing economic development. A copy of the powerpoint presentation is attached and made a part of the minutes. Community Redevelopment Agency Background Ms. Pamela Lynch, Economic Development Coordinator, reviewed information provided in a powerpoint presentation regarding key successful projects made possible by the Community Redevelopment Agency. A copy of the powerpoint presentation is attached and made a part of these minutes. Other Business Ms. Lynch also stated that per the adopting resolution, a Chairperson and Vice - Chairperson must be elected. Mr. Ross was elected as Chairman and Ms. Walden was elected as Vice - Chairman by a unanimous voice vote. A conversation ensued regarding the potential for various economic development programs and initiatives to be introduced to the City. The Board cited an economic development fund, home occupational assistance, or promotion of business events as examples of these initiatives. Mr. John Crossman, volunteered to provide information relative to how residents attract retail at the next meeting. The advisory board unanimously approved by voice vote. A discussion also ensued regarding the timeline for the advisory board. The board felt that quarterly meetings would not be sufficient in meeting their goals. Mr. Ross motioned that the advisory board meet monthly. Mr. Crossman seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.