[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
An Economic Development Advisory Board is hereby established,
which shall be known as the "Economic Development Advisory Board."
[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
1.
The purpose of the Economic Development Advisory Board shall be to
keep the Doylestown Borough Council informed of the economic conditions
in the Borough and to develop, recommend, and execute strategies to
maintain and enhance its economic vibrancy. The Board shall undertake
projects in furtherance of its purpose at the direction of the Borough
Council.
2.
The Board will work to maintain the viability of existing businesses
and to attract new businesses and private investment. It will advise
the Borough Council on issues that impact economic development, including
parking, walkability, physical appearance, business mix, grant opportunities,
transportation, public improvements and services, and the promotion
of tourism.
3.
The Board will be the liaison with the business community and with
organizations involved with economic development and will engage with
residents with regard to economic development issues that impact them.
[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
1.
The Board shall consist of nine members, who shall be appointed by
the Borough Council. Each regular member so appointed shall serve
for a term of three years; provided, however, that the terms of such
regular members shall be staggered in such a manner that at least
one term expires annually.
2.
Members of the Board shall serve without compensation.
3.
Only appointed members of the Board shall have the right to cast
a vote during proceedings of the Board.
[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
1.
The Board shall meet at least once each year during the month of
January, at which time it shall organize and elect from its own membership
an Executive Committee consisting of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson,
who shall serve for a term of one year and who may succeed themselves.
2.
The Board may adopt such rules, regulations, and bylaws as the Board
deems necessary for the proper conduct of its meetings and the efficient
administration and operation of the Board.
[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
The Board shall, on or before September 30 of each year, submit
a proposed budget for the following calendar year to the Borough Council
for its consideration and approval. All expenditures made on behalf
of the Board shall be in accordance with the approved budget.
[Ord. 2017-4, 3/20/2017]
The Borough shall fund all or any part of the operations and
activities of the Board from the general fund of the Borough.
