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DATE: April 13, 2021 START TIME: 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: City Hall (Virtual)
VOTING MEMBERS PRESENT: Pam Adams (Chair), Karen Clemens, Nathan Barnett,
Cindy Finnie, Denise Winter, Barb Trailer, Natalie Maitland, KC Upshaw (Designee for PT Film Institute)
NON-VOTING MEMBERS PRESENT: Mari Mullen, Arlene Alen
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Sherri Hanke, Jannette Force, Cindy Finnie
CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Manager John Mauro, Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell,
Deputy City Clerk Haylie Clement
Topic
Action
Chair Pam Adams called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m.
Approval of Minutes: January 12 and April 9, 2021
Unanimous Approval
Lodging Tax Revenue Reports: Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora
Mitchell presented the lodging tax revenue reports noting that as expected there
continues to be a reduction in revenue. Members noted that there is starting to be an
increase in lodging numbers.
Chamber Marketing Report: Arlene Alen updated the Committee on VIC
operations, website traffic, and advertising. It was noted that travel bundles are being
developed focusing on localized experimental tourism where tourists want to dive
deeper into community activities including volunteering. Committee Members
expressed appreciation for the opportunity to participate in packaged advertising.
City Manager John Mauro reported that the City and the Chamber would continue to
work on reporting requirements.
Adams Street Parklet Update: Mari Mullen provided an update on the parklet
explaining that the project will likely be completed early summer, but lumber prices
have increased which has caused the need to adjust funding on some of the other
items.
Committee Announcements: Committee Members provided updates on recent
events and projects within each organization.
Next Regular Meeting: July 13, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.
Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 4:06 p.m.