On Wednesday, October 3rd, Riverside BIA members and the community attended the 2018 Annual General Meeting.
BIA members and the community enjoyed a meet and greet, learned about and approved the 2019 BIA program and budget, elected the Board of Directors for 2019-22, gave out special awards to outstanding BIA members, took a look back on the highlights of Riverside BIA programs over 2015-18, and learned about the Streetscape Master Plan that will guide BIA investments in future.
Riverside BIA Mitch Korman Chairing the 2018 AGM
PLANT Architect presenting the Riverside BIA Streetscape Master Plan
Highlights included:
Elections:
All current Riverside BIA Board members were nominated and elected again to the Board – a big thanks to Board members for their ongoing commitment, time and care to the success of the Riverside BIA, including:
- Mitch Korman (Korman & Co), Natasha Varjacic (Real Estate Homeward), Ryan Nelson (Hullmark), Rosie Little (Quince), Dave Watson (Eastbound), Adrienne McRuvie (Oma), Athens Towers (Opera House), and Ellen Davidson (Dimensions)
The Award goes to…
- Eastbound Brewing Co for their outstanding efforts on BIA events, social media, and promotions that earned them the Riverside BIA Marketing Award for 2018, and
- Queen Garden Centre who earned the Riverside BIA Streetscape Award for 2018 for their amazing efforts that have beautified and enhanced the streetscape of Queen St East
Executive Director Jennifer Lay awarding the 2018 Marketing Award to David Watson owner of Eastbound Brewing and BIA Board Member
A Fond Farewell and Welcome:
- The Board thanked outgoing Executive Director Jennifer Lay, wishing her well on her maternity leave, and welcomed Acting Executive Director Lais Fabricio
Chair Mitch Korman and Director Ellen Davidson presenting a gift to outgoing Executive Director Jennifer Lay