NEWVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING APRIL21,2021/ AT7:00PM The regular monthly meeting of the Newville Borough Economic Development Authority was held on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 7:00PM in the Newville Borough Office at 4 West Street, Newville, Pennsylvania and by Zoom. The invocation was offered by Kenneth Tuckey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. On roll call, the following members were present: Vince Mellott, Curt Saylor, Kenneth Tuckey and Andrea Greene. Richard Gobin was absent due to an illness. Also present: Project Manager Christopher Gulotta, Councilman Jack Ericksen, EDA Liaison, Joey Diehl, Council member, Valarie Copenhaver, CAEDC, Scott Miller, Michelle Crowley, Carlisle Chamber of Commerce. Minutes: The minutes oft the March 17, 2021 meeting were approved on a motion of Mr. Tuckey, seconded by Mr. Saylor and passed with three (3) affirmative and zero (0) negative votes. Treasurer's Report: The list ofbills was approved forj payment on ai motion ofMr. Saylor, seconded by Mr. Tuckey and passed with three (3) affirmative and zero (0) negative votes. It was reported that the 1St quarter allocation check from the Newville Borough Council ini the amount of The Treasurer's Report for March 2021 was approved on ai motion ofMr. Saylor, seconded $3,000 was available for deposit. by Mrs. Greene and passed with four (4) affirmative and zero (0) negative votes. Staffand Board Reports: Project Manager: Mr, Gulotta reported that during the past month he has spoken with Kim Spisak regarding façade funding and funding for renovations at 15 Railroad Avenue and Jeff Bouder regarding a façade grant. Mr. Gulotta presented an updated inventory of Blighted Properties within the Borough ofl Newville. He requested that the EDAI board approve the list and forward it to the Newville Council and then on to the Cumberland County Planning Commission. Amotion was made by Mrs. Greene, seconded by Mr. Saylor to approve the list and recommend the Blighted Property Inventory to borough council. Voting in favor of the motion were Mrs. Legal Matters: Mr. McKnight reported to Mr. Gulotta that the IRS has not made a final determination ofthe EDA's application for a 501C(3) non-profit status. A lengthy discussion then ensued regarding the assistance of Congressman Joyce in the matter. Upon conclusion, Mrs. Greene offered to initiate the inquiry for assistance with the Congressman's office. Borough Representatives: Mrs. Diehl: informed the members she has met with Dr. Joseph Pion of the Graham Medical Center regarding their building needs. Dr. Pion reported that the medical center would like to develop an urgent care: facility and the staff also sees the need for an Prospect Hosting Committee: Mr. Ericksen reported that interest in several business development projects has occurred since the last meeting including two micro-breweries and a nutritional store. Mr. Mellott along with) Edward Sinkovitzofthel Borough Council have developed a listing of commercial properties available to potential small business owners. Valarie Copenhaverreported shel has made somei inquiries and has determined that the LCB will: not license Greene and Mr. Saylor. Mr. Mellott and Mr. Tuckey abstained. Motion failed. eye doctor and a dentist to serve the borough. Page 1of2 amicro-brewery operation in a dry town. An entity has ani interesti inl leasing space from ShipDaddy at 15 Railroad Avenue for a micro-brewery Valarie Copenhaver will be arranging a meeting between this company and the ShipDaddy representatives within the next week. Advisory Council: No report. Old Business: There were no items of old business. New Business: Mr. Gulotta discussed the SWOT analysis and the need to develop funding mechanisms to sustain the operations of the Authority. An update of the new municipal building project supports the completion ofai feasibility study to use the borough office building at 4 West Street for commercial office rental toj provide income for the Authority. Upon approval ofthe 501C (3), the Authority should commence its major donor program. Some short-term projects for the Board to consider include expanding the Federal Historic District to encompass a wider area of the south ward. This would allow for more businesses to benefit from the federal tax credits. Mr. Saylor requested that the Authority Board receive better training in economic development procedures in order tol be more effective. Mr. Gulotta will look to develop aj program, possibly by enlisting the services ofal local downtown economic development director. Hei referred the members to the International Economic Development Council for more information,. Citizen comments: There were no citizen comments. Next Meeting: The next meeting of the Newville Borough Economic Development Adjournment: With no further business to come before the. Authority Board, the meeting Authority will bel held on May 19, 2021 at 7:00PM. was adjourned at 8:30PM. Minutes recorded by: Fred A. Potzer, Borough Manager Page 2of2