Lakeview East LAKE VIEW Special Service Area #8 4 QUARTER MEETING MINUTES September 26, 2013 He cuca ATTENDANCE: Paul Loaiza, Bob Smith, Dan Wolf, Diane Tanios, Gerry Lichterman, Jake Elkins-Ryan, Tony Klok, Sam Giarratano, Maureen Martino aaah Eee CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order @ 6:10 PM. AGENDA APPROVAL: Motion to approve agenda by Paul Loziza, seconded by Bob Smith; Dan Wott Chairman approved unanimously. See Charatane Approval of 06/20/13 (2™'Qtr) Minutes: Motion to approve 06/20/13 minutes by Getry Pee Liehterman, seconded by Paul Loaiza; approved unanimously Robert Sm ‘Treasurer ‘Treasurer's Reports Balance Sheet shows Total Assets as $370,770.85, Total Liabilities & Equity Mar oas as $370,770.85. (Previous Years Comparison) shows total income as: $820,471.02 for 2012 and Secretary {$860,963.92 for 2013. [Note: tax payments were received later than in previous years] Budget vs as Actual questions: Office equipment funds are used for the copier lease, Geraldine Lihterman ‘Some of these funds will be allocated for the purchase of Streetscape elements (hanging flower facie baskets & planters) forthe Clatk Street corridor streetscape project . Additional funds will be used forthe following: Facade Program, Power washing of business district, Landscaping, Jake Ekins-Ryan improvements, purchase of public art sculpture (sculpture currently on display at Roscoe & Broadway for $20,000), Movable Ar Program. Another area for serious consideration is increasing. security for district to deter crime; there have been an increasing number of armed robberies in our pe district in reeent months and our are ha received lt of negative publicity. Maureen will make fee waa another tel otice or boas boo ona ‘recue binctor commited. Cid. Voulgaris stated that he doesn’t have enough officers forthe district; curently, oe CAPS officers have been assigned to strect patol It was suggested that we start an aware ness ‘campaign (PSA message) for the district, All commissioners were in favor of allocating additional funds for neighborhood safety program with PSA messages. ‘Maintenance Manager, Sarhara Cai Sa accountant ; Davi cotins Community Development ee Facade Approvals: Cane ter Ofice Mancner ‘+ Treasure sland: renovations willbe completed in Nov and $24,000.0 (previously ‘sdew or approved funds) wll be disbursed Team Lender + Neweasle Ltd (3300-3330 Bay): Jake Elkins-Ryan motioned, seconded by Paul Loniza ia to approve $14,688.00 for facade improvements. Motion was passed unanimously i + 611 W. Briar: Gery Lichterman motioned, seconded by Bob Sith to approve $6,000.00 ee ss in funds for facade improvements was unanimously approved. + Bombay Bliss: GeryLichierman motioned, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan to approve James cappleman $6000 for facade improvements was unanimously approved ‘or Word ltrman + Kass Management: Gerry Lieterman motioned, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan to approve 12,00 for facade improvement o 2939 & 2943 Bway storefions (2) was unanimously “LakeViow East Chamber spproved ee Someta, Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce,3138 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL. 60687 Phone: 773.348.8608 Fax: 773.348.7409(09/26/13 SSA Minutes, page 2 of 2 Hatsu Hana (3136 Bway): Getty Lichterman motioned, seconded by Diane Tanios to approve $5400 in facade improvements was unanimously approved. Facade applications pending: Johnny Sprockets has requested an exemption which would allow them to continue using the security gates on the front windows. The Facade Program does not allow use of security gates. 1" security glass or rolling shutters were suggested in place ofthe gates; we would need a revised application to be considered if another option is ‘chosen. Dry Hop application is pending. 2907 N. Clatk facade application is also pending, Sole Service Provider Report: Vacancies: (See Vacancy report provided in packet), Maureen stated that this is aprox 7% vacancy rate, Dan Wolf mentioned thatthe vacancy rate has fluctuated between 5% and 7% during the years he has served on the SSA. ‘Noted vacancies were: Mr. Taco space, House of Fine Chocolate space, Real Estate office (above ChilamBlam), ZAD’s and Lakeshore Flower Shop. We offer our condolences to Rosemary Ferrantlli on the passing of her husband, Biagg Fereantell New Businesses: Sabor Cubano, Esencia Urban Kitchen, The Wine House, Threading Salon, Fun Fitness (Clark) Bombay Bliss and Lakeview Dental Arts Studio. Clark Street Task Force: see CLTF report included with your packets for updated report Garbage Removal: The garbage pick-ups along the business district have been sporadie since the city went to the arid system for garbage pick-ups. Garbage removal is no longer regulated by the Alderman's office. The maintenance erew has been picking up as much garbage as possible, however, we don’t have enough staff or «dumpster space to accommodate the trash. Possibilities of additional big belly trash compactors was discussed. ‘Maureen feels that the city may stop picking up the trash in 2014. SSA program was designed to improve the business community; picking up trash was never part of the SSA program. Choose Chieago: We are participating inthe Choose Chicago program which works to attract visitors to Chicago ‘and we want to capture their attention and bring the visitors to the Lakeview East area to experience our wonderful entertainment and dining district. Belmont Theatre Distriet: Maureen is working in conjunction withthe Lakeview Chamber of Commerce on the Belmont Theatre District project. They are working together with the theatres and restaurants in Lakeview to bring people to the various theatres and restaurants in the area. The kickoff concierge night will be held at Stage 773 on Belmont & Racine, We will use a trolley to bring the group through the neighborhood and showease al the ‘wonderful theatres and restaurants available in our area, Marketing and Promotions: Festival of the Arts: The FOTA was held on Sept 14 & 15* this year. We had over 30,000 folks come out on Saturday; it rained all day on Sunday, but vendors reported good sales. Branding: The newly designed banner brackets for our business district are currently in produetion and will be installed in the coming weeks. New banners kave been designed to complement the brackets and will give the Lakeview East area a great new look. Restaurant Roundtable: The chamber hosted a restaurant roundtable which was attended by 18 of the atea restaurant owners. We are working to extend the current Chicago restaurant week and make it restaurant ‘month’ in ‘our district. Restaurants will offer special menu items as a fixed price in order to entice diners to theit restaurant. Retail Roundtable: The chamber also hosted a retail roundtable for our retail merchants. The consultant gave the ‘merchants great ideas about arranging merchandise and went to each store for private consultation. Adjournment: Bob Smith motioned, seconded by Paul Loaiza to adjourn. Motion was unanimously approved. Meeting adjourned @ 7:50 PM.LAKEVIEW ie nF oO 2014. S54 Commissioners Dan Wott Chairman Diane Tanios| Vice-Chairman Robert Sith ‘Treasurer Past Loaaa Secretary Sam Glarratano ‘Tony Klok GoraldineLichterman Jacob Elkins-Ryan Maureen T. Martino Brecutive Director Kevin Cusack ‘Mointenance Manager Barbara Craig Staff Accountant Ccertle Mier ‘oce Manager Andrew Smith Team Leader Maggie Koehler Membership/Marketing Coordinator Felix Quintilant Project Coordinator ‘Advisors ‘Tom Tunney {44 Ward Alderman James Capptoman 46° Ward Alderman nari arane 6 Setanta rover Spelsonia ee te 4 QUARTER MEETING MINUTES December 16, 2014 ATTENDANCE: Dan Wolf, Bob Smith, Jacob Elkins-Ryan, Gerry Lichterman, Sam Giarratan, Tony Klok, Maureen Martino, FelixQuintlian! CALL TO ORDEI an Wolf called the meeting to order at S:S0PM AGENDA APPROVAL: Motion to approve 12/16/14 meeting agenda by Gerry Liehterman, seconded by Bob Smith, was unanimously approved. APPROVAL OF OF 10,07/14 MINUTES: Motion to approve 10/07/14 meeting minutes by Jake EElkins-Ryan, seconded by Gerry Lichterman was unanimously approved. ‘TREASURER’S REPORT: Maureen stated that there some projects still awaiting completion and funds will be held over for these projects. We have also increased the amount budgeted for auding because additional audits are now required by the city. Bob Smith reviewed the 12/16/14 Balance Sheet which shows Total Assets of $71,141.45 and Total Liabilities and Equities of $71,141.45. Motion to approve 12/16/14 Balance sheet and 2015 1* Qtr funding request of $186,000.00 by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Tony Klok was unanimously approved SOLE SERVICE PROVIDER UPDATES: ‘© State of Lakeview East: Maureen stated that many properties have been sold in the past year which has caused several businesses fo close due torent increases. Several businesses hhave moved to new locations within the district. Vacancies are somewhat higher than usual and we are working with property owners fo fill the vacant store fronts. '* Government SSA Audits: SamGiarratano and Gerry Lichterman attended a workshop at Harold Washington Library to explain the new regulations for SSA reports. The new ‘guidelines have more categories and require detailed explanations of expenditures Sample worksheets were included in the meeting packet. Maureen has worked with our accountant and completely revamped the budget categories o reflect the changes. Dan ‘Wolf stated the SSA #8 has always kept up to date with any changes and has been considered a model SSA. ‘+ Medical Marijuana Dispensary: Final approval by the Zoning Board has been postponed until next year. Some residents ae stil protesting the dispensary and Ald. Tunney won't rake his final decision until next year. Strict security procedures are required and must be included with all proposals because of the nature ofthe product as well as the large amounts of eash on hand. weet — ‘Security Services: Maureen reviewed the RFP's for Security Services with the board. Due to the increased crime throughout the district the SSA board feels that additional safety ‘measures are needed. Motion to approve rate of $25/hr with A & T Security. This will be as needed basis for safety ambassadors, Motion by Sam Giarratano, seconded by Bob ‘Smith was unanimously approved 4 Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, 3138 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657 Phone: 773.348.8608 Fax: 773.348.740912/16/14 SSA Minutes, pe 2 of 2 IMAGE AND DEVELOPMENT: MARKETING AND PROMOTION: Facade Program: Renovations at Johnny Spockets are underway and will be finished after the holidays ‘we will carry over their facade funds until the work is completed and final invoices are submitted, Renovations on 3400 Broadway building are underway and we will carry over their facade funds until ‘work is completed and final invoices are submitted. MB Financial is looking atthe 3114 Broadway space for another ATM location, Roots Pizza (former Buca de Beppo space) has acquired the adjacent properties nd will incorporate these spaces into their building plans which include a bumpout on Clark St. Facade improvements such as windows/avnings may be eligible for the facade program. 3114 PARKING LOT (formerly Melanthios lot): L.AZ Parking has taken over management of the 3114 parking lot and it will be public lot with approximately 25 spaces. 3030 N. BROADWAY DEVELOPMENT: Groundbreaking for the Mariano’s/X-Port Gym development is scheduled for February 2015; the public parking lot will no longer be available once construction begins. GIFT CARD SALE: This year we had record sales in LVE Gift Cards during the one day sale on December 6 (25% off. GIVER’S GIFT PROGRAM: This isthe 18° year of the Givers Gift Program and will continue through i204, COOKIE CRAWL: This year we had our first-ever cookie craw on December 6; we also produced a LLVE Cookbook filled with recipes from neighborhood businesses which were distributed throughout the district. We had 18 merchants who provided cookies and were included in the cookie crawl RESTAURANT WEEK & THEATER WEEK: Chicago Restaurant Week runs from January 30 thru February 12, 2015. Chicago Theater Week runs from February 12 thru 22, 2015. Since these events follow cach other we are working with the local restaurants and theaters to promote both events atthe same time. ANNUAL MEETING: The LVE Annual Meeting will be held on January 26, 2015; we will be working with The Laugh Factory again this year. ‘OLD BUSINESS: CLARK STREET REDEVELOPMENT: We installed two “People Spaces’ on Clark Sireet which were well received and used by the local residents. We also received positive media attention on this project which is good for our district and neighborhood businesses. Further renovations are pending, Maureen thanked all the SSA #8 Commissioners for thei service this past yea. Bob Smith's motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Tony Klok was unanimously approved and the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 PM.4 i a 2015 SSA Commbsioners Dan Wolt Chairman Diane Tanlos Vice-Chairman Robert Sith Tressarer at Laas Soerotary ‘Sam Glarratano ‘Tony Klok Geraldine ichterman Jacob Etkine-Ryan sual Maureen 7 Martino Executive Director Kevin Cusack Maintenance Manager Barbara Craig ‘Staff Accountant Magale Koon Membership Manager Jessica Mayo Marketing Specialist Andrew smith ‘Team Leader Felix Quintiliank Project Coordinator ‘Advisors ‘Tom Tunney 449 Ward Alderman James Cappleman 46° Ward Alderman Lakeview East Special Service Area #8 1" QUARTER MEETING MINUTES April 16, 2015 ATTENDANCE: Dan Wolf, Bob Smith, Sam Gi Maureen Marino, Felix Quiniian ratano, Paul Loiza, Diane Tani, Jacob Elkins-Ryan, CALL TO ORDER: Mectng called wo order by Dan Smith @ 6:15PM AGENDA APPROVAL: Motion to approve 04/16/15 meoting agenda by Sam Giarratano, seconded by Bob Sith was unshimously approved, Approval of Qtr 2014 (12/16/14) Minutes: Motion to approve 12/16/14 me “Tani, seconded by Jake Elkns-Ryan was unanimously approved. 1g minutes by Diane ‘Treasurer's Report: Motion to approve Balance Sheet ae of 04/16/15, total Assets & Total Liabilities & Equity of $349,202.39 by Diane Tanios,ssconded by Jake Elkins-Ryao was unanimously approved. Motion t0 amend 2015 budget, adding. 2014 caryover to personne! 7.0 ($10,077) and Previous Tax revenues (S7,508) $135,026.00 to $151,103.00, by Diane Tanies, seconded by Jake Fikins-Ryan was uninmously approved, ‘Motion to approve 2" quater budget request of $210,271, 00 by Paul Loa, seconded by Sam Giaratano was ‘unanimously approved. Maureen stated that du to the aditinal audits required by the city the audits wil cost '55500.00 this year (up from $300.00 lst yea). Our previous auditors are no longer doing SSA audits “Maureen sent out an RFP for bs and recommends the A.C.T. Group Lid bid of $5500, Motion to approve bid ‘0f$5500 from A.C.T. Group Lid. by Paul Loiza, seconded by Diane Tanios was unanimously approved, Sole Service Provider Updates: ‘Mariano’s plans to open the 30308way store in 2016, There wil be set closures during the construction process (otal an ¢ partial closures) and we will keep the neighborhood informed in advance, A Commi Garden is planned behind the store, facing Waterloo St, Bus stops will not be moved because CDOT denied “Matiano’s request. We wll lose some parking spaces along Broadway when they begin the new construction “Maureen is checking the PINS forthe Mariano's development on Waterloo tobe sure the’ are included with the SSA tax PINS. (Catk Steet: Roots Pizza has purchased the Glascot building (south ofthe restaurant and wll use the space for pick-ups and carryout onder. Maureen is working with AKderman Tunney on 2 modified streetscape for (Clark Stee; target date for installation is fall 2015. New businesses opervopening soon: Bunny, a micro bakery in former adult bookstore space on Broadway: ‘The Kitchen (shared ktchen space fr eatrers!food track operators) informer House of Fine Chocolate space; [L’Appetito in former Mr. Taco space; Robert Jefftey Salon moving, from Halsted Steet to former Universal Gear space on Bway; Glaze Teryaki on Broadway will be opening soon, Bombay Bliss is up forsale; we have had a lot of interest in the Melanthios Restaurant space, Stan's Donuts coming soon to Clark & Diverse. Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, SEN. Broadway, Chicagos IL, 60657 Phone: 7733488608 Fax atauSole Service Provider Updates cont'd: ‘Maureen sent out an RFP for landscapers and recoramends Patch Landscaping again this year. Motion to approve bid for Patch Landscaping bid of $62,000 hy Jake Fkins-Ryan, seconded by Bob Smith was unanimously approved. (Emie works with Path staff to select plantings fr the are). Maintenance: John Deere tractor & equipment need repairs totaling $5775.89. Motion to approve repairs totaling $8575.89 by Sam Giaratano, seconded by Paul Loiza was unanimously approved. Image and Development: Facade Program: Facade application for 3329-51 N. Broadway, $12,000 for phase I(approved in 2014) has been accrued snd willbe paid out when work is completed. Motion to approve fade request of $2791.20 for Foursided by Diane Tani, seconded by Bob Smith was unanimously approved. Public AtiMuralsPeople Spots: Maureen is working with an ats to create People's Alley (alley between Bway & Clark, just south of Walgreens o include colorful art mural, lighting, concave mirors and signage. This would cleanup the alley an make an inviting pass thr Tor pedestrians. A suggestion to sell brick fo the Peoples alley was made, Moveable Murals an projet is ‘not practical for our rea these murals ar designed for specie buildings and would nt be transferable to other locations. “Maral idess for 3311 Broadway (lance Elkins building) were shown; Diane Tanios? motion to approve $3500 forthe Public Art ‘mural project, seconded by Sam Giarratano was unanimously approved ‘Vacancies: Currently out vacaney rate is approximately 6% We have seen alt of setivty and received many calls regarding ‘vacant storefronts in ou dsc. {46% Ward Streetscape: Alderman Cappetman is working with CDOT on the stretseape projet for Broadway, from Addison to Gace. This hasbeen inthe work fr several yeats and we are hopefil that we ean et approved for this year, Vaulted sidewalk ‘epi in re 3700, Broadyay Bock have no een sampled promised and Maursn wil tow p with Alderman Tunney Crime & Security: We have slocsted $50,000 in the budget for security and safety programs and curently have ambassadors ‘walking the business dstriet between I and 4 pm daily. Crimes at night have been ouside of our area. We will monitor ur district and see i've should continue or change hours Farmers Marker: Treasure Ish trucks wil also be included, 1d wil begin hosting a Farmer's Market in their parking lot fom 3 to 8 pm on Thursdays; Food Gay Pride Parade: The Pride Parade will stayin our area again this year; the parade may be moved downtown next year du to security and safety concerns. Parade date is Sunday, June 28 Festival ofthe Ans: FOTA wil be held on September 1, 12 & 13 this year, We will have the Belmont sound stage open on Friday night at Tam anda concert at 8pm: we hope to draw a large crowd and bring more revenue tothe FOTA. Workshops: We ate holding Food Stnitaion Mgr trining on Monday April 27 a fee Basset training elas has also been ‘offered, Earlier this month we held seminar for Property Tax & Appeals. We ed 35 attendees with business and property ‘owners who voiced their concerns. Adjournment: Motion o adjourn meeting by Paul Liza, seconded by Jake Fkins-Ryan vas unanimously approved and meeting was adjourned at 7:25PM.LAKE VIEW Diane Tanioe Vice-Chairman Robert Smith ‘Treasurer Pau Loniza Secretary ‘Sam Glarratano Tony Klok Geraldine Lichterman Jake Etkin-Ryan Sat Maureen. Martino Executive Director Kevin Cusack Maintenance Monager Rarbara Crt Staffaccountant Jessica Mayo Communications Specialist. Maggie Koehler Business Dev. Coordinator Felix Quintilian! Project Coordinator ‘Advisors Tom Tunney 400 Ward Alderman James Cappleman 46° Ward Alderman Lakeview East Special Service Area #8 1" QUARTER MEETING MINUTES Mareh 15, 2016 ATTENDANCE: Dan Wolf, Bob Smith, Sam Giarratano, Jake Elkins-Ryan, Paul Loaiza, Geraldine Lichterman, Maureen Martino, Felix Quintliant CALL TO ORDER: DanWolf called the meeting to order at 6:06 pm. AGENDA APPROVAL: Motion to approve 03/15/16 agenda by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan was unanimously approved Approval of 12/17/18 Minutes: Motion to approve 12/17/15 meeting minutes by Gerry Liehterman, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan was unanimously approved, ‘Treasurer's Report: Bob Smith stated tax revenue for 2015 was $831,425.58 and 2016 (YTD) is $266,079.96. Current total assets for 2015 is $14,079.13. 2016 (YTD) total current asses is $170,153.09 and 2016 (YTD) budget vs. actual is $104, 164.95. Motion to approve 2015 financial reports by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan was unanimously approved. Motion to approve 2016 YTD Expenses by Jake Elkins-Ryan, seconded by Bob Smith was unanimously approved. Motion to approve 2° Quarter 2016 request by Bob Smith, seconded by Paul Loaiza was unanimously approved. 1 quarter monitoring report was presented for approval pending final ‘expenses forthe lat two weeks ofthe month. J. Elkins-Ryan made a motion to approve the 1* Que ‘monitoring report to date and have Treasurer Bob Smith review the final two weeks. The ‘Commssioners have agreed to approve the full report with the final approval from B. Smith, ‘Motion caries CURBSIDE CAFES/CLARK STREET: We are working with Alderman Tunney and the city of Chicago to take the original two People Spots on Clark Street and convert them to two (smaller) People Spots [Gabby’s Barber Shop & 2863 N. Clark] and two Curbside Cafés [E! Nuevo Mexicano ‘& Duke of Perth. The Curbside Café ordinance was recently introduced by Alderman Tunney and passed by the city council this is a work in progress and the Clark Street Curbside Cafés will be a pilot program so that final details ean be worked out, We will ransfer $5000 from the Incubator program to use for the Curbside Cafés since this is a new program and we hopeful thatthe cafés will bring more customers to Clark Street businesses. Neighborhood resident group requested to change Oakdale to a one-way going east from Clark Street to Broadway to cut down on the traffic “dashing” across Clark St and increase safety. Sole Service Provider Updates: To coincide with city council meetings we are changing the remaining 2016 meeting dates to: July 21, October 20 and December 15,2016, 2017 meeting dates will be: January 26, April 27, July 27, October 26 and December 14, 2017, FACADE REQUESTS: Motion to approve $800.00 facade request for new signage from Icon and Oar Fitness, provided he provides payment receipts, by Jake Elkins-Ryan, seconded by Gerry Lichterman was unanimously approved DEVELOPMENTS: 3030 N.Brosdvay (Marianas & XSport Fitness ished to open July 2016; we wil heck onthe statusplacement ofthe new top lips. 2941 N. Cla (Roots Pizza is pling 1o bea pound in he coming months 450 W- Belmont redevelopment pls (95 ut) are il inthe works. 0 W, Diversey (S6 unis) iunder onstton, Curent bulding a 338 W.Disersey wil be reesed. 600 W. Diversey comers schailed fr constiton of 63 units and updating the eure buildings. Lakeview Bast Chamber of Commerce, 3138 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60687 Phone: 773.348.8608 Fax: 773.348.7409SLIP LANE AT HALSTED/BROADWAY/GRACE CORNER: ‘no right tum’ sign at Halsted and Broadway appeared one day with no previous notice to residents/businesses. This sign limits aocess to residents and businesses ‘on Broadway. The residents, business owners and Anshe Emet School and Synagogue are not happy with this sign, ‘The building at that comer (Graceway Comers) has 18 businesses and 28 apartments which are affected. Maureen ‘and some of the businesses owners and residents met with Alderman Cappelman/Active Trans/CDOT and no one \ants to take ownership. Alderman Cappelman’s office told us this turn is “unsafe, but couldn't provide any dat to back up this claim, We also found out that this is part of two phase project: Phase I, Clarendon was changed to ‘one-way going north street from Broadway to Irving Pk. Phase 2, slip lane at Halsted & Broadway with @ People ‘Spot to be installed at that comer at later date. The chamber circulated a petition against the sign and has received cover 300 signatures to date, Maureen will write letter to Rebekah Scheinfeld (CDOT) protesting the sign on behalf of SSA # Commissioners. STREETSCAPE/PUBLIC ART: We have inquired about the Phase 2 Streetscape development (on Broadway, ‘Addison to Grace) still on hold due to city funding issues per Alderman Cappelman. Funding forthe proposed streetscape project on Clark Steet is also on hold due to lack of funding. PUBLIC ART: We have a new sculpture at Broadway and Barry andthe artist will be starting the at panels for the outside of te building at Broadway & Aldine (Coffee RIME and SECURITY: We wl start-up our hourly sfety/private patrol again in the Sprina to walk the dist and monitor crime inthe district, INTENANCE: The maintenance erew will be starting to scape and paint the street poles once the weather \warms up. The Eerfare program has not been sending us enough helpers and we are evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Marketing and Promotions: The annual meeting was held in February this year at Sidetrack and was very well attended. Diane Tanios spoke tothe group revarding retail businesses and how landlords can work to bring new businesses o the area. Maureen shared highlights from 2015 withthe group and presented the annual awards, ‘Maureen sent outa survey and received a good response from the membership (see insert in packet). NEIGHBORHOOD NITES: The neighborhood nights st various locations in the district have been going well and ‘we have more planned for later this year. DINING PROMOTIONS: We are working on a new dining guide for our district and it should be ready for circulation shortly. The 1* Tuesday dinner nights have been well attended, GAY PRIDE: The parade route isthe same as in 2015 and we have have afloat entry and VIP bleachers & reception atthe chamber office, NEW BUSINESS: Our bookkeeper, Barb Crai for her sometime in May. will be retiring June 1* and we will be planning a retirement party Adjournment: Motion to adjourn the meeting by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Bob Smith was unenimously approved and the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 pm.LAKEVIEW EAST eters ‘caecornece 2016 SSA Cos an Wott Diane Tanios| Vice-Chair Robert Sith Put Laan Secretary ‘Sam Glarrateno ‘Tony Klok Geraldine Lichterman Jake Eukine-Ryan, sual Maureen 7. Martino Bxecutive Director ‘Kevin Cusack ‘Maintenance Manager Barbara Craig Sta Accountant Jessica Mayo. Communications ‘Specialist agg Koen Business Dev. Coordinator Fells quinn Project Coordinator Advisors ‘Tom Tunney 44” Ward Alderman James Cappleman 46 Ward Alderman ‘rere e496 ‘SesnenieePisrto Lakeview East Special Service Area #8 4 QUARTER MEETING MINUTES December 08, 2016 ATTENDANCI Liehterman, Sam Paul Loiaza, Dan Wolf, Robert Smith, Jake Elkins-Ryan, Diane Tanios, Gerry rratano, Maureen Martino CALL TO ORDER: Dan Wolf called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM, AGENDA APPROVAL: Motion to approve the 4" Qtr SSA meeting agenda by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Bob Smith, was unanimously approved. APPROVAL OF 09/22/16 MEETING MINUTES: Motion o approve the 09/22/16 34 Qtr SSA meeting minutes by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Paul Loaiza, was unanimously approved. ‘TREASURER’S REPORT: Bob Smith reported the following balances as of 11/30/16: Total Liabilities and Equities is $50,039.63 and net income is $35,960.50. Motion to approve treasurer's report by Gerry Lichterman, seconded by Jake Elkins-Ryan was unanimously approved. Motion by Jake Elkins-Ryan to approve 2017 SSA Budget of $917,785 and Ist qtr 2017 request of $234,903, seconded by Diane Tanios, was unanimously approved. SOLE SERVICE PROVIDER UPDATES: SSAHI7: Alderman Tunney requested proposals from all four chambers of commerce for management of SSA #17. Maureen met with Alderman Tunney and submitted the proposal from LVECC. Alderman Tunney awarded the contract o LVECC which will now be the sole service provider for SSA #8 and SSA #17. Maggie will transfer over to be the program manager for SSA. #17 and additional staff will be hired as well. We are currently looking for an office space. 2017 Meeting Schedule (subject o change): January 26, April 20, July 13, October 12, Dec 14 Development Updates: Broadway water main project: Maureen and several ofthe business/property owners met with the water department and asked them to postpone the next phase ofthe project until after holiday shopping season. The water department agreed and will begin working on Broadvay water main after the holidays. Replacing the water main on Broadway ftom Grace Street to Diversey is a major project and will continue until May 2017, Gerry Lichterman stated thatthe water main construction infront of her building is a major inconvenience for the business and residents. We will check the signage and be sure that they are only restricting parking in the area where they are currently Century Mall: Century Mall is now being managed by Zamias Services Ine. Scott Fithian (The Lord Companies) is handling leasing of the available spaces. Steve Zamias isthe new property manager. BroadwayiClark/Diversey Projects: Former Vitemin Shop at Diversey/Clark/Bway will become two stories of high end retail stores. The former Walgreens store and corner will be redeveloped. ‘The Original Pancake House will be opening in the former Panera Bread store, Hampton Inn will be taking over the former Inn at Lincoln Park. London House taking over Days Inn, Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, 3138N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60637 Phone: 773.348.8608 Fax: 773.348.740912/08/16 SSA Minutes page? of 2 Development Updates cont'd: Lucky Strike Bowling will be opening on Addison, across from Wrigley Field. Hotel Zachary will be opening on (Clark, aeross from Wrigley Field ‘Vacancy Updates/New Businesses: A French Bakery and Restaurant will be opening in the former Melanthios space. Former Taste of Asia property has been sold. Roots Pizza development on Clark seems to be on hold; they hhad some problems with permits from the city. Maureen will reach out to John Lividitas to see where they"re at with ‘the project. Former Waffles Café spot has been rented to former Tavenra 750 employees. Fagade: Motion to approve $450.00 for new ant-graffit film (50% of cost) for El Nuevo Mexicano Restaurant by Paul Loaiza, seconded by Sam Giarratano was unanimously approved. Maintenance: The gator has been repaired and is back in service. The erew handled the snowfall very well and are prepared for the winter season. We will be hiring additional staff to help with the new SSA #17 areas. We have I new trees planted along the route, replacing stumps and filling open tee grates; more trees will be planted afer the water ted inthe spring of 2017. Holiday garland installations went very well this year. Security: Security team reported lots of activity along Broadway, especially in the evenings. They have been able {0 monitor suspicious characters along the route and are checking in with the business owners along their route Motion to retain HLSA Security services by Paul Loaiza, seconded by Sam Giarratano was unanimously approved. a canine caine - Clark Street Planters: We are working toa lower buckets to some ofthe light poles inthe Clark Steet corridor 10 beautify the area, Landscaping: We are currently using Patch Landscaping for planting and maintaining our hanging baskets and planters. Motion o retain Patch Landscaping for 2017 by Sam Giarratano, seconded by Paul Loaiza was ‘unanimously approved, Marketing & Promotions: We had very large turnout for Halloween Hoopla this year, The new configuration of the Nettelhorst playground worked out very well, Holiday Tree lighting ceremony was well attended; we played @ ‘movie on the wall in the parking lot and had an ice sculptor onsite as well. Gift Card sale went very smoothly; we sold over $70,000 in gift cards in 4 hours, online and in chamber office. The Treat Stroll was a big hit again this year. Giver’s Gift program is ongoing thru December 22 or when the 300 cards run out, whichever comes first. 2017 LVECC Directory will be ready on December 13 and we will distribute them to the businesses in our area. (Old Business: We lost parking spaces along Broadway with the new stoplight installed by CDOT in front of Mariano’s which affects the businesses along Broadway. We still need additional parking for these businesses. ‘Adjournment: Motion to adjourn the meeting by Jake Elkins-Ryan, seconded by Gerry Lichterman was unanimously approved and the meeting was adjourned at $:35 pm.