"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"
Friday, February 18, 2011
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.
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