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Minutes Main Street Advisory Board A meeting of the Paris Main Street Advisory Board, held on October 7, 1998, at 3:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Linda Suarez Karen Wilkerson Scott McDowell Terry Townsend Suzy Harper Ann Wyche Pat Taylor Absent: Dr, William Hayden Bill Payne Dwight Chaney David House The meeting was called to order by Terry Townsend. Terry Townsend began discussion about downtown ordinances. Scott McDowell suggested that the board submit very simple and acceptable ordinances to begin our campaign. Suggesting our first ordinance would create a specific historical district. Scott McDowell agreed to prepare a draft ordinance for the board which would designate the specific area, and give the main street manager or board the capability of signing off on any project in that designated area. Scott also suggested that this ordinance grandfather any existing facility in the designated area. Scott felt we should host a public hearing in regards to this ordinance. Board members also suggested we pursue other low interest loans which allow residents to purchase existing facilities. Terry Townsend informed the advisory board that the Texas Main Street Program requires a recognition survey be completed each year to reapply for certification as a main street city. This survey is due on October 5, 1998. Terry informed the board that he has completed this survey and returned it to the Austin office. Terry also informed the board that the low interest loan advertisement and main street newsletter have been mailed. We adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m.