BC 2004 06 07 RECESSED - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

June 7, 2004 Page 489 Arena and Events Center Mark Chappuis, Arena General Manager, presented the proposed budgets for the Arena and Events Center, County Fair, Food Services, Grounds Maintenance, Building Maintenance and Facility Services. He discussed the various types of events at the Arena and reported that negotiations continue on a proposed contract with a professional basketball team. Also, Mr. Chappuis reported the Convention and Visitors Bureau has approved a grant to pay for a study on the use of the Arena for equine events. Mary Ann Cooper, Fair Coordinator, gave a brief overview of the proposed Fair budget and discussed preparations for the 2004 County Fair. She reported she is working with the Department of Aging on plans for a Senior Citizens Day. Kenny Robinson, Auditor, reviewed a proposed change in the catering contract for the Arena. The annual management fee will be reduced to $30,000.00 with the County paying approximately $368,000.00 for the kitchen equipment. This contract amendment will be on the June 15=n agenda for the Board's consideration. Tourism Authority Ann Sternal, Executive Director of Convention and Visitors Bureau, presented the proposed budget for the Bureau. She addressed the increase in tourism, efforts to expand the religious markets and the request for a Sports Marketing Manager. Mr. Day advised he had recommended the new Sports Marketing position; however, the position may only be filled after a comprehensive economic development strategy has been formulated and implemented. Efforts are currently underway to coordinate tourism and economic development in Cabarrus County. Recess of Meeting UPON MOTION of Commissioner Privette, seconded by Chairman Freeman and unanimously carried, the Board recessed the meeting at 9:40 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on June 8, 2004, in the Multipurpose Room at the Governmental Center. Clerk to the Board