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IDC Meeting Minutes ]'OWN CLERKS OFFICE
03/14/2024 1014 APR 12 A 10: 10
Attendees: Christopher Jackson, Julie Jones, Kostas Loukas„ Christopher McDpC,,te �tl�Welis
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Meeting Convened M A S S A C HU S E TT S
The meeting was called to order at 7:01pm.
Moved:
To call the meeting to order at 7:01 pm.
Motion:
Keith Wells
Second:
Julie Jones
Vote:
4-0-0
Acceptance
of Minutes
The IDC accepted the minutes from 02/08/2024.
Motion:
To accept the 02/08/2024 minutes as written.
Moved:
Kostas Loukas
Second:
Julie Jones
Vote: 3-0-1 (Wells abstained)
Sign & Fagade Program
Prior to providing updates on the one approved project and two pending applications, McDermott
advised the commission members that due to procurement law constraints, the awards would be
limited to $9999.99.
160 North Main Street
McDermott shared an, update on the project for 160 North Main Street. The project is scheduled to
start on 1 May 2024. A contractor has been selected and the building inspector has been advised.
Other Proposals
McDermott informed the members that he had been in contact with two other property owners and
that he hoped to bring their proposals forward at the April 2024 meeting. A point was raised that the
planner be consulted regarding historical districts in the Town as this may be relevant to one of the
potential applications.
McDermott also emphasized a requirement for pulling of appropriate permits prior to approval of any
applications.
Downtown
McDermott updated the IDC regarding design of the MSROD's proposed Parkway. He reported that .
Congressman Auchincloss toured the site earlier on 03/14/2024. McDermott also reported that
meetings were continuing with the property owners involved. ,Meetings with MBTA and MassDOT
officials are pending.
McDermott stated that a series of public meetings was underway to advise Mansfield residents of the
plans and to seek public input. The first public workshop was held on 02/28/2024 and the first public
comments were received.
Update memos to the Select Board, Finance Committee, and Planning Board to track progress and
updates to the Town web page will be provided monthly.
Discover Mansfield
Cabot Park Signage
McDermott stated that the sample sign has been received. He went on to state that plans to replace the
podium signage at the Cabot Park's School Street entrance had been put on hold due to the cost
associated with the design.
Social Media Campaign
Penta Communications was in the process of developing a social media campaign targeting corporate
executives and business owners to be rolled out that coming spring.
Other Cabot Park Activities
McDermott stated that inquiries are being made to reactivate the rail spur connecting the main CSX line
to the Mopar warehouse were being made. The ownership of the spur is being investigated.
IDC Memberships
The IDC webpage now has updated links, and the Choose Mansfield site is up.
Business Development & Outreach Efforts
McDermott reported that the opening event for Community Servings was a success with over 150
people attending.
McDermott reported that the Massachusetts Brewers Guild had been contacted about the facility
requirements for a brew pub
Key Partnerships
McDermott informed members that Walgreens 'micro -fulfilment center in the Cabot Park has been
awarded a Gold Economic Impact Award by MassEcon's Team Massachusetts. The award will be
presented formally on 04/11/2024.
Any Items Not Known 48 Hours in Advance
Nothing to report.
Adjourn
The Commission moved to adjourn.
Motion: To adjourn the meeting at 7:50 pm.
Moved: Keith Wells
Second: Julie Jones
Vote: