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3 | Page CHOCVB BOD Meeting October 16 , 2013 <br /> <br /> Paolicelli spoke on the visitors’ center and that approximately $60k goes towards operating the center. She gave a brief <br />history on how the center came about. The Bureau is currently paying approximately $11 per sq. feet. She discussed two <br />possible long-range plan scenarios including staying where the Bureau is located and marketing the Center to capture <br />new visitors; and/or working with the town or county on available space, such as the IFC on Rosemary, or a site closer to <br />the Interstate. <br />She concluded that she would continue to study the situation. Mr. Sherburne inquired if it would be a decision from this <br />board or the county’s decision. Mike Gering inquired if there might be financial incentives for a property owner to offer <br />space for a visitor center. Paolicelli commented that it might be wiser to redesign the current space. Jim Parker <br />commented that a location close to the interstate exchange might best serve the three towns. Ms. Paolicelli concluded <br />her report and stated that further discussion could continue at a future meeting. <br />Community and Group Reports <br />With the conclusion of the E.D. report, the floor was given to area leaders for community updates. Meg McGurk gave an <br />update on Zero Dark Thursday and Homegrown Halloween. Gordon Jameson reported on the fall grant cycle and <br />Frank’s current exhibit. Additionally, Martha Shannon reported on the collaboration of Flyleaf Books, OCAC and <br />Piedmont Laureate John Bemis celebration of N.C. children’s literature. Meg McGurk mentioned the Bike Summit starts <br />at the new Carrboro hotel. She also mentioned that with the Chapel Hill Bike plan initiative, biking tourism may be <br />something to look into. Paolicelli agreed. Discussion on bike racks ensued. Mike Gering suggested TarWheels. <br />Other Business <br />Penny Rich was very impressed with the Chancellor Folt’s Installation. She also reported that Hi-Chew incentive package <br />was voted- in during a closed session meeting and part of the ¼ cent sales tax revenue will go towards infrastructure for <br />the development of Buckhorn in which the 2.2 billion dollar company would occupy 21 acres of the 400 acre property. <br />Anthony Carey congratulated the Visitor Bureau on its tourism awards. <br />With no other business to discuss, Chairman Carey adjourned the meeting at 9:40 AM. <br /> <br /> <br />Minutes reviewed by: <br />Laurie Paolicelli, Executive Director <br />_______________________________________ <br />Date <br />Minutes accepted by: <br />Anthony Carey, Chairman <br />__________________________________ <br />Date <br />