TAHOE CITY DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION Board Meeting March 18, 2015 MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER / ESTABLISH QUORUM / INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Sherina Kreul called the meeting to order at 8:02 AM at Granlibakken Resort in Tahoe City, California. A quorum was not established until Eric Pilcher arrived.

Board Members and Staff in attendance Sherina Kreul, Plumas Bank Gary Davis, Gary Davis Group Kathy Nicholas, New Directions Coaching Company Danielly Moya, Any Mountain Hal Slear, James Harold Gallery Eric Pilcher, Moe’s Original BBQ Stacie Lyans, TCDA Board Members Not in Attendance Michael Gelbman, Sierra Sun Katherine Hill, North Tahoe Weekly Greg Mickiewicz, Tahoe Marine Supply Andrew Laughlin, Tahoe City Kayak Bill Dietz, Tahoe Luxury Properties B. AGENDA AMENDMENTS AND APPROVAL It was moved by Gary Davis and seconded by Kathy Nicholas to approve today’s agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. C.

MARCH – CONSENT CALENDAR FOR APPROVAL: 1. February 18, 2015 – Board of Director Meeting Minutes 2. February 18, 2015 – 4th of July Committee Meeting Minutes 3. March 10, 2015 – Oktoberfest Committee Meeting Minutes 4. March 11, 2015 – Executive Committee Meeting Minutes It was moved by Kathy Nicholas and seconded by Gary Davis to approve the March Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously. D. PUBLIC COMMENT Shawn Joice, Tink, and Erik Henderson presented their idea for Brews for Charity, a monthly beer tasting event to be held at the Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema on the 20th of each month in conjunction with the Tahoe 20s. The event is designed to foster community networking. Businesses can be involved by offering discounts, presentations, and classes. The group asked for help from TCDA by advertising the event. E.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS’ REPORTS  NLTRA Updates from Sandy Evans Hall Emily Detwiler presented NLTRA Updates. She announced upcoming events, including tonight’s mixer at Auerbach Engineering and the Community Awards Dinner on March 26. The Master Plan update will be presented next month. Ad sales begin next week for the Visitor’s Guide, being produced by Chaco Mohler. A brief discussion followed regarding NLTRA eblasts.

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 TCPUD Updates from Kurt Althof Kurt Althof announced the Tahoe City Golf Course is fully open. The new trash cans in town have been well received. TCPUD is working with TCDA to develop a policy for using the sides for messages. Judy Friedman reported the State is extending the emergency drought status and asking for an additional 20% reduction in water use. Although Tahoe is not experiencing drought impacts as much as other areas in the state, the ground water aquifers do react to conditions and do not recharge in these circumstances. The State is asking for more enforcement from local districts and monthly reports on visitation and fines levied. Althof said TCPUD is rewriting local mandates. Among the State’s requirements are that restaurants will not serve water to customers unless requested. Landscape irrigation will also be addressed. There will be no commercial rafting on the Truckee this summer. F.

GUEST PRESENTATION SR 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project Overview and Q & A – Alfred Knotts and Carl Hasty, Tahoe Truckee Transportation District and Margaret Skillicorn Alfred Knotts presented an overview of this project and explained how others, such as the Transit Center and Mobility Study, are intertwined. The goal is for a complete transit system that considers pedestrian access, bike trails, traffic patterns, and “complete streets,” having to do with environmental and scenic components. The Revitalization project is part of long-term transportation goals and strategies identified in the TRPA Regional Plan Update (RPU) and meets Federal and State requirements. Knotts discussed the purpose and need for the project, the agencies involved, and public input opportunities. Using illustrations, the seven alternatives considered were described. Alternative 1 is the recommended preferred alternative. It addresses ingress and egress for the west shore, mitigates traffic in Tahoe City during high seasons, and rehabilitates Fanny Bridge. The plan calls for bike trail and water quality improvements as well. The TTD Board will select the Preferred Alternative at their March 27 meeting. Knotts explained the approval process. If that alternative is approved, construction could begin in May 2016. Funding for the project is in place. Discussion followed clarifying the project components. G.

TREASURER’S REPORT  March 2015 Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet Sherina Kruel presented the financial reports that were included in the Board packets. She reported cash flows are improving. H.

STAFF REPORT  Executive Director Report Stacie Lyans presented her written report, which was included in the Board packets. TCDA received almost $500 through sponsorship of a Snowfest Queen candidate. Lyans met with the North Tahoe Business Association regarding the barge, which needs to be repaired in order to use it for 4th of July fireworks. The TCDA Executive Committee authorized repairs up to $10,000. TCDA and NTBA have submitted a joint request to the NLTRA Capital Investment Transportation Committee for $40,000 to address the barge. A brief discussion followed regarding alternatives to shooting fireworks from the barge. Lyans updated the group on Tahoe Public Art. A public meeting to select the final 2 pieces for the Kings Beach roundabouts is scheduled for next week. The Concerts at Commons Beach schedule has been posted. TCDA will be more involved with beer sales. Gallo has been confirmed as the wine sponsor with its Barefoot brand. Lyans attended the recent Mobility Study public meeting. Placer County issues have to do with the Grove Street and Highway 28 intersection and the missing Lakeside Bike Trail link out of Tahoe City.

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I. COMMITTEE REPORTS No reports were given. J.

CONTINUING BUSINESS  Strategic Plan check-in Lyans reported the membership brochure and website are being updated.  Event Updates Lyans announced Margarita de Mayo on May 1 at Blue Agave as a benefit for TCDA. There will be a lot of contests and a King and Queen will be crowned. Over $1,000 has been donated for 4th of July. A direct mail piece will go out in early April soliciting donations and contributions to the raffle. Common’s Beach will be used as a venue for 4th of July activities. Sherina Kreul reported the Tahoe Gal has agreed to host a TCDA fundraiser. The date needs to be confirmed. The event will be catered this year and the ticket price will likely be higher. Lyans reported there was a meeting last week about Oktoberfest. First Friday’s are gaining momentum. The Solstice Festival is coming up in June. TCDA’s involvement will be promotion and support as others are putting on events. It turns out the logistics for the Silent Disco may not work out easily and money could be lost. Only 100 people could participate. Lyans is considering alternatives.  Membership Status Reports Lyans reported there are 178 paid members and only 10 or 12 lapsed members. She feels the goal of 200 members is within reach. K. NEW BUSINESS No new business presented. ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 9:52 AM. The next TCDA Board meeting is April 15, 2015 at 8:00 AM at Granlibakken Resort. Respectfully submitted, Judy Friedman Recording Secretary THE PAPER TRAIL SECRETARIAL & BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

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