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165" Regular Meeting August 14,2000 Page 7 Mayor Chiu introduced a discussion item regarding an advertising partnership with Tanger Factory Outlet Center. Carrie Warren introduced Stanley Tanger, owner of Tanger Outlet. Ms. Warren stated the partnership would promote tourism to San Marcos and to think what San Marcos would be like without the Outlet Mall. The presence of Tanger is needed. Advertising brings tourism, overnight stays and restaurant business. Their advertising brings customers from Mexico, Austin and San Antonio, and they want that market to grow. She pointed out internet sales will continue to grow with no sales tax and advised Houston, Dallas, Mexico and Allen are getting outlets. Tanger wants to commit S 150,000 that does not promote Tanger, but promotes San Marcos. Ms. Tatum stated since the last meeting she has thought of Tanger and the City's goals. At the AMCC conference they asked Council Members what is your City's niche and advised them to nurture it. Ms. Tatum stated it is outlet shopping. She understands the downtown businesses' concerns. She would like to see a comprehensive marketing public relations campaign for San Marcos and for San Marcos activities and thinks this would be a win- win situation. She thinks this could be major marketing for our City and would like to see some of that traffic from the outlet to the downtown area, so we could get even more sales tax. She stated we need a slogan to promote, such as, "San Marcos has it all." Ms. Hughson asked where approval of the ads were routed: from Larry Gilley to CVB. She stated she is still opposed to this expenditure and thinks CVB needs to be in this as a partner. Ms. Warren stated they could submit the plan and the City and CVB could mold it and Tanger would then design the ads. Ms. Tatum stated she wants the City or CVB to have input in the marketing plan and wants that plan to promote our downtown and our outlet malls. The ads could be changed quarterly or seasonally and still have some continuity. Mr. Gilley stated this can be included in the budget and can be discussed in detail at the public hearing. He stated the Council will need to fonnally enter into an agreement. Mr. Gilley was directed to bring the Tanger Agreement for action and the amount will be determined at that time. Mayor Chiu introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley had no report at this meeting. Mayor Chiu introduced the City Attorney's Report. Mr. Taylor had no report at this meeting. Mayor Chiu introduced the City Council's Report. (1.) Mr. Doiron reported the Sesquicentennial Committee wants to add another co-chair, and a SMCISD representative, and he stated the meeting went well and will discuss further changes at the next meeting. (2.) Ms. Hughson stated the Neighborhood Transportation Group should not be limited to three minutes but should be placed on the agenda so Council can discuss with them. She also stated budget issues need to be discussed at the next regular meeting. (3.) Mr. Cox had and update on the July 31 Parking Committee meeting. He stated it was not well attended. There was interest in privatizing downtown parking space enforcement. (4.) Mr. Mayhew asked about regulations or policies concerning tow trucks. He stated the Post Office is now towing from their parking lot and the Downtown Parking Ordinance needs to be reviewed. Mr. Moseley asked if we can set towing rates and bring it as an agenda item. Mr. Taylor stated the Ordinance will be ready in about forty-five days. (5.) Mr. Moseley asked for clarification on the Carsons' property and wants to be placed on an agenda to have a comprehensive look. (6.) Mr. Moseley stated the City should honor Charles Austin because he is going to the Olympics. He suggested having a street named after him or a street parade. Mr. Gilley asked if this would be a temporary or permanent street name. Mr. Moseley stated a perman.ent street. The Council agreed for staff to look into a Charles Austin Street. Mayor Chiu introduced an Executive Session pursuant to the Government Code, Section 551.071, to seek the City Attorney's advice regarding pending litigation (Lowman vs. Tanger Outlet Center) and other matters (drainage utility fees) and Sections 551.072 and 551.073, to discuss negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations to the City (Parkland-RR 12 area). Mr. Moseley moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 9:55 p.m. and Mr. Doiron seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Moseley moved to reconvene at 10:34 p.m. and Mr. Mayhew seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:34 p.m. on motion made by Mr. Doiron and seconded by Mr. Moseley.