HCDA OCTOBER BD MTG MINUTES

Hampshire County Development Authority

Board Meeting Minutes

October 16^th, 2024

IRC Building

 10:00 AM

Present: Rebecca Hott, Beverly Keadle, Alison Jewell, Dorinda Strother, Brian Hott, Jeff Richman, Len McMaster, David Cannon, Jon Todd Hott.

Absent: David Mayfield, Jason Hicks, Tamitha Wilkins.

Via Zoom: Rebecca Miller, Chris Stroval.

Guests: Rick Hillenbrand, Sydney Maurer, Logan Mantz.

Having a quorum, President Rebecca Hott called the meeting to order. Following was the Pledge of Allegiance and Prayer.

Approval of Agenda: The agenda was approved

A motion was made to amend the agenda with additions to include:

1. Director Hott’s Expense Report.
2. Vote for 1762 release of funds for HOTH winnings of $2,500.00.
3. Vote for CBMS-Report distribute to board members separately.

Board passed unanimously.  Motion carried.

Secretary’s Report –Approval of Minutes: Minutes from September 18^th meeting were presented with no additions or corrections made. Board passed unanimously. 

Treasurer’s Report:   In David Mayfield’s absence, Jon Todd Hott went over the monthly expenses. More transactions occurred for the month because of expenses for Lunch N Learn and payment for Bundles of Blessing Daycare. Made motion to accept, board voted unanimously to approve.

Marketing Committee Report: Beverly Keadle absent. Jon Todd Hott reported on her behalf.

• Lunch N Learn #4 was another successful event. The best received so far.  
• Board should be able to receive an update on the next Hampshire On The Horizon event at the November meeting.
• Marketing Calendar Attached.

Personnel Committee: Tamitha Wilkins-No Report

Risk Management & Safety Committee: Tamitha Wilkins-Report Attached.

President’s Report – Rebecca Hott. All issues reported throughout the meeting.

Page 1

Executive Director’s Report & Update-Report submitted for review. Director Jon Todd Hott.

• Hampshire Wellness Center – Report Attached. YTD 114 new members.
• CBTP – Waiting on bids from engineering firms to plan the future development of the park. Need drawing of layout of park. One bid received by Thrasher. Board requested Director Hott get at least 2 more bids.
• Aquabanq – A.J. Shapiro will be in Hampshire County on October 22^nd to present to the County Commission, an inducement resolution to ask County Commission to serve as a conduit for tax free bond (financing) for the 3 shrimp farms in CBTP. More to report on this topic at the November Board Meeting.
• J. Morse – No Report.
• Capon Bridge Middle School – Director presented a separate attachment for Board consideration to assume management of CBMS as of January 2025. He worked closely with Nick Carroll of Parks & Rec to identify all tenants, potential spaces to rent, and all costs associated with managing. He reported that he would need some County Commission input on what they are willing to pay and feels the maintenance estimate provided was extremely low considering the condition of the building. He stated he is thankful to the County Commission for their assistance in repairing the roof. Hoy Shingleton will review the current leases to suggest any additions or corrections; for perspective in managing tenants. Also, to draft a legal document to establish a relationship between Parks and Rec and HC Development Authority.
• Strategic Planning Committee: Brian Hott reported that the committee met on October 3^rd. The committee finalized a new Strategic Plan with 5 key initiatives.

1. Infrastructure
2. Business Development
3. Workforce Development
4. Housing
5. Tourism

Old Business:

• Board voted unanimously to approve request from 1762 Wine & Brew for payment of $2,500.00.
• CBMS – Approval to move forward with management of office units at Old Capon Bridge Middle School.

New Business:

Board Approval for Jon Todd Hott’s expense report.  Brian Hott made a motion to approve. Dorinda Strother seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Communications/Public Comment: None

Adjourn – The Board adjourned at 11:03AM.

Page 2