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.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
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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