Number
041750
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. DAVIS
Title
Substitute resolution approving the expenditure of $9,800 from the Economic Development Committee Fund for participation by City of Milwaukee staff in the 2005 International Council of Shopping Centers Spring Convention to facilitate neighborhood retail development in the City of Milwaukee.
Analysis
This substitute resolution approves the expenditure of $9,800 from the Economic Development Committee Fund for Department of City Development staff attendance at the 2005 International Council of Shopping Centers Spring Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 22-25, 2005, and to secure technical assistance and display space from the Kilduff Company, LLC.
Body
Whereas, The 2005 International Council of Shopping Centers (“ICSC”) Spring Convention will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 22-25, 2005; and
Whereas, In 2004, the Economic Development Committee authorized the expenditure of $9,800 to secure technical assistance and presentation and display space from the Kilduff Company, LLC, in the amount of $7,500 and $2,300 for travel expenses for Department of City Development (“DCD”) staff to attend the 2004 ICSC Spring Convention; and
Whereas, Contacts initiated at the 2004 ICSC Spring Convention led to retail projects that are currently under development in the City of Milwaukee (“City”); and
Whereas, Authorization of $9,800 for attendance at the 2005 ICSC Spring Convention will provide resources required for:
Attendance of DCD staff at the convention.
Technical assistance from the Kilduff Company, LLC, for establishment of industry-specific marketing materials for retail sites in Milwaukee.
Presentation and display of materials representing opportunities in Milwaukee neighborhoods in the Kilduff Company, LLC, booth located on the convention floor.
Assistance from the Kilduff Company, LLC, in securing appointments with specific retailers at the convention ...
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