06/09/2026 MinutesMINUTES OF THE MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
June 9, 2026
The Main Street Advisory Board of the City of Paris met for a regular session at 4:30
p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the PARIS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 107 E.
KAUFMAN PARIS, TEXAS 75460.
PRESENT:
Board Members:
City Representatives:
ABSENT:
1. Call meeting to order.
Kevin Moore, Kim Kalina, Tyron Hayden,
Mary Hart, Glee Emmite. Melissa Jones
Cheri Bedford, Main Street Manager, Hayley
Reynolds, Assistant
Will Walker, Karen Daugherty, Alex Putnam,
Council Liaison
Chairman, Kevin Moore, called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m. He shared the Vision and
Mission statements.
2. Citizen Forum:
None came forward to speak
3. Approve minutes from the meeting of March 10, 2026 and May 12, 2026.
A Motion to approve these items was made by Board Member Glee Emmitte and
seconded by Board ' Member Mary Hart. Motion carried, _7_ayes — —0— nays.
4. Main Street Board Workplan- Kevin Moore, Chair
Kevin Moore- Reviewed resolution to add 4 alternates to the board, like other boards. All
members and alternates attend meetings so that they understand what is happening. Several
board members are rolling off as their service is over. So, we will be introducing new
members approved by the city council at our next meeting. We thank Glee Emmitte,
Tyrone Hayden and Will Walker for their valued service. Melissa Jones has agreed to
continue to serve if appointed. Kevin reminded us to turn in our work reports each month.
He asked Cheri for a doodle poll to schedule participation in a walking tour. He also talked
about the benefits of the Yifty Program. Corporate Partnerships could possibly allow for
incentives by matching funds that individuals load onto their Yifty Card.
Melissa Jones- recently added art to the downtown windows and has invited us to go by
and see it. (TS 1)
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Mary Hart- explained that the Art Fair recently sent out a survey to ask the participants and
community for feedback on the Art Fair. We have 28 participants so far. Mary also
participated in the unveiling of the art stakes at Parc de Arts. (TS1)
Glee Emmite- Glee stated that that was the best art fair that she has attended, and not just
because her daughter won Best of Show in the Art Fair.
Tyrone Hayden- attended the Yifly Program and attended the art fair. He stated that he
thought that the art fair was successful. (TF1)
Kim Kalina- invited everyone to go by the Parc de Arts to see the garden stakes. The garden
stakes was a collaboration between 3 artists: Suzanna Coyle Farmer, Mary Hart and
Melissa Jones. (TF1)
4. Partnership Reports -
a. PDA- Glee Emmite stated that the PDA sponsored their second First Friday, where
businesses are encouraged to stay open late. The next First Friday is 1 day before the
Fourth of July parade. PDA is planning the VIP Night and Fashion Show at the Gibraltar
Hotel and Gymnasium downtown. They want to incorporate a lot of art that night. The
night of 903 Concert with food trucks being moved to Clarksville and S. Main was a
success.
b. Kevin Moore added, since Karen is absent, that we should keep an eye on our socials to
know more about the fourth parade. We are close to possibly having a flyover. The local
orchestra will be playing and Celebrate America shirts are for sale at the Banks and local
stores. Money raised will support funds for fireworks to help create an extra special 250th
birthday celebration of our nation.
5. Coordinator's Report
Cheri Bedford asked Hayley Reynolds to discuss plans for the Festival of Pumpkins and
Farmer's Market this year. Hayley shared ideas of adding VIP parking and a hospitality
area for sponsors and volunteers. The plan is to add new attractions as well. If you want
to be on the planning committee, please let her know.
The application for vendors is up. The cost is 150.00 for vendors, with non-profit at
100.00. We are going to change the hours of the festival this year to 10-6 and allow food
trucks to set up early. Future will be to move it to Bywaters Park, but not this year. As
far as Farmer's Market- based on Placer Al data, the market is going well. We will be
hosting a Father's Day event this month. And really, adding more events to bring people
together. We will also be increasing the vendor fees for FM.
Cheri Bedford- shared about the First St. Project. It is progressing well. About 95% is
done with pavers. The glass blocks will be installed soon. 75 more orders have come in
for brick pavers. We will use the extra money to add amenities to the area. More bump -
outs are coming. We do plan to partner with MSAB and city staff to host an unveiling
of the First Street Project when completed.
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Spoke with Chris Lambka, our consultant, about options for future parking changes.
Reviewing options. We will need to go over our Transforming Strategies plan to
update as needed. A work plan retreat will be happening once our new members are
with us. Cheri and Hayley attended the Huntsville Conference. They attended a
session best practicing as it relates to zoning and discussed the Yifly program with
Donna Dow from Denison Texas.
6. Future Agenda Items:
• We will introduce new board members to our board in the next meeting. We will be
voting for a new slate of officers. The next Main Street Meeting will be July 14, 2026
There being no further business, A motion to adjourn was made by board member Melissa Jones
and seconded by board member Glee Emmite. Motion carried, 7_ ayes —0 nays. Kevin Moore,
Chairman, adjourned the meeting at 5:25 p.m.
Kevin Moore, Chairman