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Annual Reporting Updates from Downtown Durham, Inc and Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce (30min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: September 8, 2020
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to receive a presentation on annual reporting from Downtown Durham, Inc. and the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce.
As noted in DDI’s and the Chamber’s scope of services, both agencies are to present to the Board annually. Typically, this occurs during the budget process but with the prioritization given to urgent pandemic-related matters this year, conversations around small business support, biotechnology workforce development and EDA funding took place instead. Alternatively, both organizations are presenting at the September Worksession to satisfy the annual reporting requirement by providing a joint presentation on FY19-20 activity.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Goal 4: Environmental Stewardship and Community Prosperity to promote and support the community and economic vitality for all residents
Resource Persons: Andrew Miracle, Economic Development Officer; Nicole Thompson, President & CEO, Downtown Durham Inc.; Geoff Durham, President & CEO, Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board receive a presentation on annual reporting from Downtown Durham, Inc. and Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________