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Other Business, Public Comments Mary Adams, Executive Director, University City Chamber of Commerce Ms. Adams introduced herself to the Board as the new Chamber Executive Director. Ms. Adams stated that she is excited to be at the Chamber to work with the Board to create a vibrant business center. Ms. Williams asked Ms. Adams about the Chamber’s marketing report that was to be due in November. Ms. Adams stated that change at the Chamber has relayed the reporting and that the Board will receive the marketing plan by the end of the year. She appreciates the Board’s patience during the transition. Kevin Taylor, 7022 Canton Avenue Mr. Taylor stated that Create Space didn’t indicated the organization would be coming back to request funds. That was not in the August meeting minutes. Mr. Kuhlman stated that the Board requested Create Space come back to provide a status update and the Board voted for the budget amendment sent to City Council. Mr. Taylor also stated that the Board should let citizens know which entity is getting EDRST funds and that some applicants could have conflicts of interest. He stated that the Board should also review financials of each applicant and the commercial kitchen. Does the project generate more businesses and sales tax – that could be used as a metric? Mr. Taylor stated that the Board should also review the Comprehensive Plan and how the EDRST fits into that process. Deb Henderson, Midtown Farmers Market Ms. Henderson reported to the Board that there will be a holiday market on Saturday, th Decembers 10. She also stated that new this year was a tree farm open during weekdays and weekends through Christmas. Reports a. City Council Liaison – Mayor Welsch reported that the current City Manager has been suspended. She also stated she attended the groundbreaking of the new location of Urban Sprouts in the former McCarthy Spice building on Olive Blvd. The location of Urban Sprouts creates an “early learning” hub in that area of University City. She stated that the Loop will nd be holding a tree lighting ceremony at Fitzs on December 2 and that the school district will th have a State of the Schools on December 6. b. Staff Report - Ms. Lloyd provided the Board with an update on staff activities. Staff working with Chamber and Delmar Loop on holiday activities to generate additional traffic. Shop small was a key theme this year. Ms. Lloyd stated that the brewery site plan will be going to th City Council for approval at the January 9 meeting. Staff and Chamber also working on a plan to revamp the olivelink.com website. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.