1. Independent Economic Development Task Force Meeting #12 November 6, 2013 K. Gleasman

2. Agenda Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #11 Status agency discussions (progress since 10/30/13) – all Analyze data for questions 1 – 6 (section 1) - all Other topics from task force Public Comment –Summarized Input Adjourn 11/6/20132

3. Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #11 11/6/20133 Transylvania County Independent Economic Development Task Force 10/30/2013 Meeting #11 Members Present:  Bradford  Gleasman  Harris  Higgins  Neumann  Watkins  Whitmire Members Absent:  Bradford  Gleasman  Harris  Higgins  Neumann  Watkins  Whitmire Others Present:Various members of public, Eric Crews of Transylvania Times, Wes Dickson, and Tom Dempsey Recording Secretary:Karen Gleasman ITEM DISCUSSION BEYOND SLIDE DECK ACTION Review and approve Mtg Notes 10Approved Compare business friendliness ofMark was unable to join us this week. D. Bradford will continue to work with Mark to TC and Henderson County find another time Mark Peddy Status Agency Discussions  Chamber - 2 individls have responded, rest of chamber not yet  Partnership - Frank on target  EDAB - response in  HOB - nothing new, on task  TDA by end of week  OP&ED - on task  Brevard - 1 staff responded, collective response not yet  Rosman - mayor took over, Billy to check Initial ideas for data analysis Discussed plan for two full day sessions Wed 11/13 8AM - 5PManalyze data Affinity method to assess qualitative input Wed 12/4 Jeannette Goldsmith? Fri 12/6 8AM - 5PM propose EDO's Other topics from task force members Brevard top 10 place for mountain biking, only one east of Mississippi The Brevard College cycling team won its second consecutive USA Cycling Division II Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championship Wes Dickson realized 10-20% growth in his bicycle business thru recession Public comment through emailNo input received Email account open: TCIEDTF@gmail.com Adjourn

4. Comparing business friendliness Henderson vs Transylvania Counties Mark Peddy has a conflict with tonight’s meeting – wants to meet with us to describe his experiences 11/6/20134

5. Status for agency discussions On average in less than 5 minutes per; focus on progress since 10/23/13…. o Any issues? o Other progress relative to these discussions 11/6/20135       

6. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 1: Is there one organization which is most effective in economic development for Transylvania County? Why? 11/6/20136

7. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 2: How good has our community been at economic development, i.e. how far off the mark are we?  Using a post-it note; summarize words from the organization for which you have primary responsibility.  We will group recurring themes  Write down questions we have for “your” organization 11/6/20137

8. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 3: What is your organization best at in supporting economic development  Using a post-it note; summarize words from the organization for which you have primary responsibility.  We will group recurring themes  Write down questions we have for “your” organization 11/6/20138

9. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 4: Do you view Transylvania County as a competitive place to do business? If not why?  Using a post-it note; summarize words from the organization for which you have primary responsibility.  We will group recurring themes  Write down questions we have for “your” organization 11/6/20139

10. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 5: What messages about Transylvania County have the most appeal to the people outside the community you interact with? Are they the same for those who live here?  Using a post-it note; summarize words from the organization for which you have primary responsibility.  We will group recurring themes  Write down questions we have for “your” organization 11/6/201310

11. Data analysis – Perceptions of Current Effort Question 6: What are the advantages to investing in Transylvania County versus somewhere else in WNC?  Using a post-it note; summarize words from the organization for which you have primary responsibility.  We will group recurring themes  Write down questions we have for “your” organization 11/6/201311

12. Mission statements Come prepared next week, 11/13, with mission/vision statements for “your” organizations 11/6/201312

13. Other topics from task force members 11/6/201313

14. Public Comment – summarized input Please send public comment to: o email address: TCIEDTF@gmail.com orTCIEDTF@gmail.com Or provide in writing prior to or after each meeting. New email will be accessible to all task force members Karen Gleasman will ensure written comments are passed on to all task force members  No input received last week 11/6/201314

15. Adjourn 11/6/201315

16. Targeted completion date – after upgrade Oct 23, 2013: propose process to analyze agency data Oct 30, 2013: finalize process to analyze agency data (retreats?) October 31, 2013: most all agency input received November (with holidays): analyze data December: propose/evaluate organization construct alternatives End of January: Interim report to community – Brand, mission, vision, brainstormed list of targeted businesses, and EDO construct Feb 12 – finalize org construct, brand, mission, vision March – Select targeted businesses, develop initial marketing plan March – Final report prepared/presented to community and commissioners 11/6/201316

17. Definition of Economic Development “Economic development is a process by which a community creates, retains, and reinvests wealth, and improves the quality of life.” David Dodson, MDC Inc, Chapel Hill, NC 11/6/201317

18. Decision criteria for EDO decision 1.Economic development is a process by which a community creates, retains, and reinvests wealth, and improves the quality of life 2.Covers all seven elements of solid approach to economic development a.Recruitment – soliciting companies to come or start here, includes marketing b.Existing Industry Effort c.Small Business Development d.Entrepreneurial Development e.Workforce Development – EDO consolidates needs and facilitates solutions f.Economic Culture Creation g.New business “ambassador” to smooth way with permitting, regulations h.Vision/Leadership/Accountability – includes metrics related to mission and funding 3.Anticipated good return on financial investment 4.Great utilization of human capital including terrific volunteer base 5.User friendly – east to access, explain, and understand 6.Active engagement of the whole of the county 7.Clear communication and cooperation amongst parts 11/6/201318

19. Targeted industry brainstormed list 10/9/2013 Goldsmith Industries Industries Target Company Profile NutraceuticalsAerospace industry partsCut & SewMedical care recovery Rev range: $50K - $50M Outdoor Recreation EquipmentComposites3D Printing Number of employees: 1-150 Food and Beverage Consider methods of mfg: e.g. precision maching, web based Environmental industries, e.g. recycled matls -> t-shirts Retention/expansion of current businesses Automotive PartsBrevard CollegeBRCC Quality of place is big draw Sports, Health, and WellnessBambooCamps Potential for above average pay Solo WorkerDestination spaMedical equipment TourismDestination health clubLabs e.g. biomedical Research lab: e.g. farm/agriBuild musical instruments Food processing, e.g. applesMore movies here Artisanal agriculture, e.g. mustards, Do More barsMusic recording studios Expansion of TVSEvents Parts/supplies for existing comp., e.g. cans for OSKAR BLUESContinuing care More like Everett Farms, Busy Bee NOT in conflict with quality of place 11/6/201319

20. Roadmap to complete 3 tasks Have brainstormed list of 24 targeted industries Reviewed and modified: TC Assets TC Challenges Targeted companies profile Approach to econ development Branding Marketing 11/6/201320 9/11/20 13 underway