Friday, November 18, 2011
Important meeting: Working Session of DDA on January 12, 2012
A "working session" will be held on Thursday, January 12, from 7:30-9:00 a.m. in the McKune Room at the library. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss and "figure out" what the DDA wants to do with the Longworth Property and the entire Jackson Street Corridor to benefit the community. The properties will be listed with a broker soon. Some DDA members believe that the Daniels Addition interferes with the "line of sight" on Main Street, so it should come off. John Frank has photos disputing that opinion. The public is welcome. Please come if you are able!
Friday, September 23, 2011
DDA public meeting on Wed, 9.28.11 at McKune Room
For an opportunity to see the plans the DDA has for downtown, please attend the meeting! Each new DDA project will be explained. There will be an opportunity for comment. This is the last of four public meetings. Your comments are important.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Celebrating Chelsea's History Day--June 11
Please join the celebration on the lawn at McKune Library on June 11 at 11 a.m. for the unveiling of the plaque of the National Register of Historic Places. If there is inclement weather, we will move indoors to the McKune Room.
Historic Walking Tours will leave immediately after the ceremony to see our downtown now of the National Register!
From noon to 4 p.m. an old-fashioned picnic will be held on the lawn at the Museum of the Chelsea Area Historical Society on Old US 12 just west of Thompson's Pizza. See the museum, play old-fashioned games, hear music from the past, among other actives. Barbecued chicken will be available for purchase.
This day is co-sponsored by Preservation Chelsea and the Chelsea Area Historical Society.
Historic Walking Tours will leave immediately after the ceremony to see our downtown now of the National Register!
From noon to 4 p.m. an old-fashioned picnic will be held on the lawn at the Museum of the Chelsea Area Historical Society on Old US 12 just west of Thompson's Pizza. See the museum, play old-fashioned games, hear music from the past, among other actives. Barbecued chicken will be available for purchase.
This day is co-sponsored by Preservation Chelsea and the Chelsea Area Historical Society.
Watch Open House # 3 on Channel 18
The third Open House for the Downtown Comprehensive Plan can be viewed ANY evening now at 8:30 pm on Channel 18. In this session, concepts and priorities for the DDA are presented and discussed. The concept of selling the Longworth Property for $1.00 is mentioned as it was at the last DDA meeting.
The final Open House will be sometime in late July or August.
The final Open House will be sometime in late July or August.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Next public meeting to display options by consultants to the DDA
Consultants to the DDA, Deardorff & Poley, will present various concepts of the downtown comprehensive plan at an open house on Wednesday, May 25, in the McKune Room at the library from 7-9 p.m.. Unlike regular DDA meetings, this will not be videotaped. (See comments of previous comments on the link in the right column of the page.)
This is the third of four public meetings and a way to understand what is underway in our community. Please attend if possible and provide input to the ideas presented.
The regular DDA meeting will be held this Thursday, May 17, at the McKune Room, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Public comment is invited toward the end of the meeting. These meetings are videotaped and can be viewed on Channel 18 on both Tuesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
This is the third of four public meetings and a way to understand what is underway in our community. Please attend if possible and provide input to the ideas presented.
The regular DDA meeting will be held this Thursday, May 17, at the McKune Room, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Public comment is invited toward the end of the meeting. These meetings are videotaped and can be viewed on Channel 18 on both Tuesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Official press release--National Register of Historic Places
Downtown Chelsea Listed in National Register of Historic Places
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2011
Downtown Chelsea Listed in National Register of Historic Places
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) announced the addition of the Chelsea Commercial Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places.
The Chelsea Commercial Historic District comprises 61 buildings that form the historic core of Chelsea's commercial district. Near the north end of the district are the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks, historically part of the Michigan Central Railroad. The district focuses on Main Street (state highway M-52), and includes properties on either side containing historic commercial, public, and institutional buildings. Also included are properties on Park Street, East and West Middle Streets, Jackson Street, and the former Glazier Stove Works complex in the northeast end of the district.
"The recognition and preservation of historic properties is vital to the economic success of Michigan's communities, both large and small, and necessary for maintaining the sense of place that so many people desire" said Gary Heidel, executive director of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), of which the SHPO is a part.
According to State Historic Preservation Officer Brian Conway, "Chelsea's downtown has a fantastic stock of historic buildings for a small town that already attracts people to the community. They are what sets Chelsea apart from other towns. Chelsea has an opportunity to market itself as a heritage tourism destination and to take advantage of economic incentives for rehabilitating historic buildings."
Preservation Chelsea prepared the nomination. In addition to the Glazier Stove Works, the district includes the McKune Memorial Library, the former post office and several churches. The Chelsea House Livery Stable, the Daniels Showroom, and the Mack Building, which make up what is commonly known as the Longworth Complex, are also listed. These buildings are currently owned by the DDA, which is proposing to demolish the buildings. The national register designation gives the DDA an opportunity to market the buildings to a developer who wants to capitalize on the historic character of the buildings and use federal historic preservation tax credits.
There are more than 1,800 Michigan listings in the National Register of Historic Places. In Michigan the national register is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office, which assists property owners with the nomination process. Properties are nominated to the national register by the State Historic Preservation Review Board, which meets three times per year. National register designation makes the owners of income-producing properties eligible to apply for federal historic preservation tax credits for the rehabilitation of those properties. For information about the National Register of Historic Places in Michigan, visit www.michigan.gov/nrhp.
The State Historic Preservation Office is part of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). MSHDA provides financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents and to engage in community economic development activities to revitalize urban and rural communities.*
*MSHDA's loans and operating expenses are financed through the sale of tax-exempt and taxable bonds as well as notes to private investors, not from state tax revenues. Proceeds are loaned at below-market interest rates to developers of rental housing, and help fund mortgages and home improvement loans. MSHDA also administers several federal housing programs. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/mshda.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2011
Downtown Chelsea Listed in National Register of Historic Places
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) announced the addition of the Chelsea Commercial Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places.
The Chelsea Commercial Historic District comprises 61 buildings that form the historic core of Chelsea's commercial district. Near the north end of the district are the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks, historically part of the Michigan Central Railroad. The district focuses on Main Street (state highway M-52), and includes properties on either side containing historic commercial, public, and institutional buildings. Also included are properties on Park Street, East and West Middle Streets, Jackson Street, and the former Glazier Stove Works complex in the northeast end of the district.
"The recognition and preservation of historic properties is vital to the economic success of Michigan's communities, both large and small, and necessary for maintaining the sense of place that so many people desire" said Gary Heidel, executive director of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), of which the SHPO is a part.
According to State Historic Preservation Officer Brian Conway, "Chelsea's downtown has a fantastic stock of historic buildings for a small town that already attracts people to the community. They are what sets Chelsea apart from other towns. Chelsea has an opportunity to market itself as a heritage tourism destination and to take advantage of economic incentives for rehabilitating historic buildings."
Preservation Chelsea prepared the nomination. In addition to the Glazier Stove Works, the district includes the McKune Memorial Library, the former post office and several churches. The Chelsea House Livery Stable, the Daniels Showroom, and the Mack Building, which make up what is commonly known as the Longworth Complex, are also listed. These buildings are currently owned by the DDA, which is proposing to demolish the buildings. The national register designation gives the DDA an opportunity to market the buildings to a developer who wants to capitalize on the historic character of the buildings and use federal historic preservation tax credits.
There are more than 1,800 Michigan listings in the National Register of Historic Places. In Michigan the national register is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office, which assists property owners with the nomination process. Properties are nominated to the national register by the State Historic Preservation Review Board, which meets three times per year. National register designation makes the owners of income-producing properties eligible to apply for federal historic preservation tax credits for the rehabilitation of those properties. For information about the National Register of Historic Places in Michigan, visit www.michigan.gov/nrhp.
The State Historic Preservation Office is part of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). MSHDA provides financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents and to engage in community economic development activities to revitalize urban and rural communities.*
*MSHDA's loans and operating expenses are financed through the sale of tax-exempt and taxable bonds as well as notes to private investors, not from state tax revenues. Proceeds are loaned at below-market interest rates to developers of rental housing, and help fund mortgages and home improvement loans. MSHDA also administers several federal housing programs. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/mshda.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Important Meeting at the library, Wed, March 9, 7 p.m.
What happens downtown affects the entire community. The Downtown Development Authority hired Deardorff Design Resources Team to assist in creating a Comprehensive Downtown Plan for Chelsea. The overarching goal is to attract new businesses and retain existing businesses.
The first of four open houses for public inputwas on February 16 at the Chelsea Depot where the purpose of the team was to listen and talk about five sites identified to consider in the plan. The five sites are:
1 Palmer space; renovated UAW Hall (no parking) plus Post Office
2 Parking by Purple Rose Theater & behind buildings on the east side of Main Street
3 Longworth Property and improving access to Clocktower
4 Alleys
5 Federal Screw Works
The next open house will be at the Chelsea District Library on Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m. to discuss some alternative concepts. This will be open to the public, and clearly, we all have a stake in the vitality and viability of downtown, and now is the time for citizens to show up and participate.
The next two open houses will be for the purpose of presenting three possible plans for public input followed by presenting a final plan for comment. These dates and times will be determined later as the comprehensive DDA process moves forward.
The first of four open houses for public inputwas on February 16 at the Chelsea Depot where the purpose of the team was to listen and talk about five sites identified to consider in the plan. The five sites are:
1 Palmer space; renovated UAW Hall (no parking) plus Post Office
2 Parking by Purple Rose Theater & behind buildings on the east side of Main Street
3 Longworth Property and improving access to Clocktower
4 Alleys
5 Federal Screw Works
The next open house will be at the Chelsea District Library on Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m. to discuss some alternative concepts. This will be open to the public, and clearly, we all have a stake in the vitality and viability of downtown, and now is the time for citizens to show up and participate.
The next two open houses will be for the purpose of presenting three possible plans for public input followed by presenting a final plan for comment. These dates and times will be determined later as the comprehensive DDA process moves forward.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Notes from Deardorff Meeting at Depot on Feb. 16, 2011 (see tasks and timeline below)
"The firm has interviewed 16 individual persons one-on-one so far. They also interviewed 9 high school students. More interviews will take place. This is NOT a rushed process.
Four phases:
1. Tonight-- Listening and talking about site opportunities and constraints
2. Conceiving alternative concept (at Library on March 9)
3. Presenting ABC draft plans
4. Final Plan
Goal is to attract new businesses and retain existing businesses by addressing five site areas:
1. Palmer space, renovated UAW Hall (no parking) plus Post Office
2. Parking by Purple Rose Theater & behind buildings on the east side of Main Street
3. Longworth Property and improving access to Clocktower
4. Alleys
5. Federal Screw Works
Planning criteria to date:
community consensus
historic preservation and small town feel
target projects for improvement looking at economic feasibility
adaptive reuse of existing unused property
make a "commons" area for downtown
walk-ability"
Four phases:
1. Tonight-- Listening and talking about site opportunities and constraints
2. Conceiving alternative concept (at Library on March 9)
3. Presenting ABC draft plans
4. Final Plan
Goal is to attract new businesses and retain existing businesses by addressing five site areas:
1. Palmer space, renovated UAW Hall (no parking) plus Post Office
2. Parking by Purple Rose Theater & behind buildings on the east side of Main Street
3. Longworth Property and improving access to Clocktower
4. Alleys
5. Federal Screw Works
Planning criteria to date:
community consensus
historic preservation and small town feel
target projects for improvement looking at economic feasibility
adaptive reuse of existing unused property
make a "commons" area for downtown
walk-ability"
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Important "Stakeholder Meeting"--Wed, Feb 16, 4:00-5:30 p.m. at Chelsea Depot
The "Stakeholder Meeting" sponsored by the DDA is on the same day as the Chelsea First Meeting--only earlier. Those interested in what will happen in Downtown Chelsea will want to attend both. (Chelsea First meets at the Comfort Inn from 6:30-8:30 p.m.)
The DDA meeting will be held to "offer input and comments on issues such as vehicular and pedestrian traffic patterns, historic structures, existing and potential parking and possible, specific site redevelopment or development opportunities within the DDA area.
This is the first in a series of Open Houses and is open to the public at the Historic Chelsea Depot.
The DDA meeting will be held to "offer input and comments on issues such as vehicular and pedestrian traffic patterns, historic structures, existing and potential parking and possible, specific site redevelopment or development opportunities within the DDA area.
This is the first in a series of Open Houses and is open to the public at the Historic Chelsea Depot.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
DDA meetings information, plus airing on Channel 18
The DDA meets at 7:30 a.m. in the McKune Room of the Chelsea District Library on the THIRD Thursday of the month. Public comment is at the end of the meeting just prior to 9 a.m.
The meetings are now taped and aired on Channel 18 on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
The meetings are now taped and aired on Channel 18 on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Chelsea First Meeting for public on Feb 16, 6:30- 8 p.m.
Chelsea First Update Forum
For Immediate Release
February 1, 2011 – The Chelsea First Steering Committee will be hosting a Chelsea First Update Forum on Wednesday February 16, 2011 at The Chelsea Comfort Inn and Village Conference Center from 6:30pm to 8pm. This meeting is open to all business owners and the general public. “We encourage the business owners and residents to attend this forum so they can see first hand the progress we have made on this important project”, said Pat Cleary, Chairman of Chelsea First.
The committee has invited Matt Friedman, co owner of Tanner Friedman a Michigan-based strategic communications firm and Scott Pryor of Pryor Design Company to discuss and answer questions about their roles in marketing Chelsea.
Scott Pryor will share the creative platform that’s being developed including the new Chelsea “brand” logo/theme, the website foundation, and other key creative elements. He will also be talking about the value of creating a unified, authentic visual identity and why it needs to be embraced by the business community.
“Having been part of this project for a few months now, we’re really pleased with the creative progress that we’ve made thus far,” said Scott Pryor, Chelsea native and founder of Ann Arbor-based Pryor Design Company. “I think that we’ve come up with a unique, creative foundation that truly reflects how special this community is”.
Matt Friedman will discuss his role in consulting Chelsea First and marketing Chelsea. He will also discuss the importance of developing a unique, informative website and using a variety of media platforms to drive traffic and community engagement to the website, helping to set Chelsea apart from other communities.
“After enjoying doing business in Chelsea for many years, I appreciate the opportunity to help Chelsea First accomplish its goals of enabling Chelsea businesses to work together and stand apart from other communities,” said Matt Friedman, co-owner of Michigan-based Tanner Friedman Strategic Communications. “I plan to add perspective, based on how other successful organizations are telling their stories and communicating their brands in new, cost effective ways.”
For Immediate Release
February 1, 2011 – The Chelsea First Steering Committee will be hosting a Chelsea First Update Forum on Wednesday February 16, 2011 at The Chelsea Comfort Inn and Village Conference Center from 6:30pm to 8pm. This meeting is open to all business owners and the general public. “We encourage the business owners and residents to attend this forum so they can see first hand the progress we have made on this important project”, said Pat Cleary, Chairman of Chelsea First.
The committee has invited Matt Friedman, co owner of Tanner Friedman a Michigan-based strategic communications firm and Scott Pryor of Pryor Design Company to discuss and answer questions about their roles in marketing Chelsea.
Scott Pryor will share the creative platform that’s being developed including the new Chelsea “brand” logo/theme, the website foundation, and other key creative elements. He will also be talking about the value of creating a unified, authentic visual identity and why it needs to be embraced by the business community.
“Having been part of this project for a few months now, we’re really pleased with the creative progress that we’ve made thus far,” said Scott Pryor, Chelsea native and founder of Ann Arbor-based Pryor Design Company. “I think that we’ve come up with a unique, creative foundation that truly reflects how special this community is”.
Matt Friedman will discuss his role in consulting Chelsea First and marketing Chelsea. He will also discuss the importance of developing a unique, informative website and using a variety of media platforms to drive traffic and community engagement to the website, helping to set Chelsea apart from other communities.
“After enjoying doing business in Chelsea for many years, I appreciate the opportunity to help Chelsea First accomplish its goals of enabling Chelsea businesses to work together and stand apart from other communities,” said Matt Friedman, co-owner of Michigan-based Tanner Friedman Strategic Communications. “I plan to add perspective, based on how other successful organizations are telling their stories and communicating their brands in new, cost effective ways.”
Workshops sponsored by DDA, MHPN, SHPO, Library, Preservation Chelsea, CACC
Rehabilitation Tax Credit Workshop
for downtown commercial property owners
If you are thinking of rehabilitating your downtown commercial property, or acquiring a property that may need to be rehabilitated, this library-sponsored workshop is for you. Because downtown Chelsea will soon be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Federal Income Tax Credit for rehabilitations for commercial buildings will be available. Come learn about this valuable incentive for commercial property owners in the National Register district. Free. Pre-registration not required.
Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main Street, McKune Room
Facilitated by: Michigan Historic Preservation Network and
the State Historic Preservation Office
Thinking about improving your commercial property?
Come learn about available financial incentives!
Financial Incentives for Community Development
for commercial property owners
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation administers many financial incentive programs to help spur development and reinvestment in Michigan communities. Come learn if any of these incentives could help you improve or rehabilitate your buildings or property. MEDC’s Community Assistance Team programs include Community Development Block Grants for façade improvements, blight elimination, and the Signature Building program, as well as Brownfield incentives and technical assistance with many other state incentive programs for community development. Free. Pre-registration not required.
Date: Monday, February 28, 2011
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main Street, McKune Room
Facilitated by: Deborah Stuart, Community Assistance Specialist,
MEDC’s Community Assistance Team
For more information, e-mail info@mhpn.org.
for downtown commercial property owners
If you are thinking of rehabilitating your downtown commercial property, or acquiring a property that may need to be rehabilitated, this library-sponsored workshop is for you. Because downtown Chelsea will soon be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Federal Income Tax Credit for rehabilitations for commercial buildings will be available. Come learn about this valuable incentive for commercial property owners in the National Register district. Free. Pre-registration not required.
Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main Street, McKune Room
Facilitated by: Michigan Historic Preservation Network and
the State Historic Preservation Office
Thinking about improving your commercial property?
Come learn about available financial incentives!
Financial Incentives for Community Development
for commercial property owners
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation administers many financial incentive programs to help spur development and reinvestment in Michigan communities. Come learn if any of these incentives could help you improve or rehabilitate your buildings or property. MEDC’s Community Assistance Team programs include Community Development Block Grants for façade improvements, blight elimination, and the Signature Building program, as well as Brownfield incentives and technical assistance with many other state incentive programs for community development. Free. Pre-registration not required.
Date: Monday, February 28, 2011
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main Street, McKune Room
Facilitated by: Deborah Stuart, Community Assistance Specialist,
MEDC’s Community Assistance Team
For more information, e-mail info@mhpn.org.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Chelsea District Library eletter with DDA Information
DDA Meetings Hosted in Library's
McKune Room
Third Tuesdays | 7:30am | McKune Room | Public Welcome
City of ChelseaBeginning in January 2011, the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority will be facilitating its meetings in the Chelsea District Library's McKune Room. The DDA Board meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 am. The DDA will also have its regular monthly meetings taped for showing on the local cable channel.
The meetings are open to the public, and the DDA Board encourages residents, business owners, property owners, and other interested parties to come and learn more about DDA projects and activities. There is always an opportunity for citizen comment which is welcomed and appreciated.
Members of the public wishing to attend the meetings must enter the Library through the two connector doors between the McKune Room and the new library. The library does not open for regular business hours until 10:00am therefore the public will not be able to enter the building through the front entrance.
For more information, please visit the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority's website through the city of Chelsea's website at www.city-chelsea.org/
McKune Room
Third Tuesdays | 7:30am | McKune Room | Public Welcome
City of ChelseaBeginning in January 2011, the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority will be facilitating its meetings in the Chelsea District Library's McKune Room. The DDA Board meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 am. The DDA will also have its regular monthly meetings taped for showing on the local cable channel.
The meetings are open to the public, and the DDA Board encourages residents, business owners, property owners, and other interested parties to come and learn more about DDA projects and activities. There is always an opportunity for citizen comment which is welcomed and appreciated.
Members of the public wishing to attend the meetings must enter the Library through the two connector doors between the McKune Room and the new library. The library does not open for regular business hours until 10:00am therefore the public will not be able to enter the building through the front entrance.
For more information, please visit the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority's website through the city of Chelsea's website at www.city-chelsea.org/
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Chelsea Connection Report to Council 1.11.11
City Council Meeting Report
January 11, 2011
I am here tonight as a representative of The Chelsea Connection Team to provide you with a progress report on our effort to save the buildings of the Longworth Complex. The following are some activities that we have focused on:
1) The Michigan Historic Preservation Network is making final arrangements for two workshops that will be held in March of this year. The purpose of these workshops is to inform business owners and others of tax credits and grant opportunities available, not only to the businesses within the newly designated “National Register of Historic Places” area, but other business owners as well. We are hoping that some of these same grants and tax credits may be used to assist with the restoration and eventual occupancy of the Longworth Buildings. MHPN has made verbal agreements with the Chelsea District Library, the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce and the Chelsea DDA to partner in these workshops. John Hanifan has also said that the City supports the concept of these workshops.
2) We have nearly completed our resource list of grant money and tax credits that are
available to any interested parties to assist with the repair and restoration of their own historic buildings as well as the Longworth Buildings. This list will be made available at our workshops as well as to any other interested parties.
3) We have provided information to Mike Jackson and Mark Heydlauff about financial credits and incentives for the new accessibility project being undertaken by the DDA. These monies are available through the Americans with Disabilities Act Tax Incentive Program.
4) We have formed a subcommittee to finalized the details for our event to celebrate the
designation of downtown Chelsea on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a significant honor for our town, and we want to make sure that the event is well publicized and attended by all those involved. We have been told that the official designation should occur in either late February or early March of this year.
5) We continue to be in conversation with a resident and business owner in Chelsea who has expressed interest in purchasing the Longworth Complex for development.
6) Recently we were contacted by an existing successful business owner in Chelsea who would like to move their operation into downtown Chelsea, and in particular the Longworth Complex, within the next two years.
7) We continue to attend every DDA meetings to keep updated on anything that is being proposed for the Longworth Complex.
This completes our report. If there are any questions, I or other members of the team would be happy to answer them for you.
January 11, 2011
I am here tonight as a representative of The Chelsea Connection Team to provide you with a progress report on our effort to save the buildings of the Longworth Complex. The following are some activities that we have focused on:
1) The Michigan Historic Preservation Network is making final arrangements for two workshops that will be held in March of this year. The purpose of these workshops is to inform business owners and others of tax credits and grant opportunities available, not only to the businesses within the newly designated “National Register of Historic Places” area, but other business owners as well. We are hoping that some of these same grants and tax credits may be used to assist with the restoration and eventual occupancy of the Longworth Buildings. MHPN has made verbal agreements with the Chelsea District Library, the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce and the Chelsea DDA to partner in these workshops. John Hanifan has also said that the City supports the concept of these workshops.
2) We have nearly completed our resource list of grant money and tax credits that are
available to any interested parties to assist with the repair and restoration of their own historic buildings as well as the Longworth Buildings. This list will be made available at our workshops as well as to any other interested parties.
3) We have provided information to Mike Jackson and Mark Heydlauff about financial credits and incentives for the new accessibility project being undertaken by the DDA. These monies are available through the Americans with Disabilities Act Tax Incentive Program.
4) We have formed a subcommittee to finalized the details for our event to celebrate the
designation of downtown Chelsea on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a significant honor for our town, and we want to make sure that the event is well publicized and attended by all those involved. We have been told that the official designation should occur in either late February or early March of this year.
5) We continue to be in conversation with a resident and business owner in Chelsea who has expressed interest in purchasing the Longworth Complex for development.
6) Recently we were contacted by an existing successful business owner in Chelsea who would like to move their operation into downtown Chelsea, and in particular the Longworth Complex, within the next two years.
7) We continue to attend every DDA meetings to keep updated on anything that is being proposed for the Longworth Complex.
This completes our report. If there are any questions, I or other members of the team would be happy to answer them for you.
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