Forestville Plaza (purchased on Aug. 30th 2012) property owner handed out a brochure on the improvements to the site and a letter from H& R Retail regarding the challenges of leasing property due to the uncertainty lessees will be able to remain. He suggested expanding the education approach to include businesses and including public input as part of the process.
A legal representative suggested establishing a process or mechanism unique to the MIOZ, similar to an MUTC, that would not be onerous and that could address unique situations without a lengthy process.
Information Sharing
A committee member indicated there is a potential for OEA grant assistance to develop a strategy to aid in the acquisition process for clear zone properties. Funds might be available for staff to work with property owners on a plan for acquisition (not directly for acquisition).
Staff will work with Mr. Holland to do a scope of work. Staff will check with Transportation to verify status of current OEA grant to ensure there are no conflicts.
A committee member indicated that on Monday, January 14th the new charter school on JBA opened.
A committee member indicated the Collective Improvement Group meets on Fridays at Glenarden Baptist Church.
Staff asked for Committee members to email any comments on the goals by the next meeting.
