March 28, 2023 RN Meeting:
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Zenams: had some issues with permits, inflation costs, and parking lot delays but is poised to start construction in April if/when the construction permits go through soon.
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"Basqueria" restaurant: Modern Spain/French cuisine for breakfast,lunch,dinner and lounge. 350 E Congress st. (Former Fired Pie). Owner also runs Urban Pita downtown.
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Children's Museum downtown expansion: serves 155,000 patrons annually.
Says they have more people that visit than they could fit in a space during events. Growth of attendance in last 20 years was 172%. Wants to add 13K sq.ft by moving their admin offices to 130 S. Scott ave building and freeing space in the current building. With expansion, poised to entertain 255,000 patrons. Wants to add Cafe and gift shop.
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Indian Trading Post: new operator selected and one of the names is Zach Fenton. $5.5M investment. $2M from RN.
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Solot Plaza: This was just the board approving GPLET and other movements with Larsen Baker partnership.
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Obon downtown expansion: Owner says it's unnoticeable from the street. Wants to change the outside facade and add roof to the patio. Wants to start construction in June.