Niwot Business Association

Monthly Report 05/09/2023

09 May 2023 / 6:00 PM  Niwot Realty at Compass

ATTENDEES

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NOTES FROM THE PRESIDENT

So much is happening in Niwot!  Patio dining season is here, picnics with families are starting, and foot traffic shoppers are putting on their walking shoes!  In addition, the NBA sponsors many concerts and events in the Spring, Summer and Fall. The NBA Exec Board is also working on multiple projects to shine a light on all that Niwot is and does. From signage upgrades on 119 to improving connectivity from 119 to Niwot to upgrades in marketing the NBA/Niwot, lots is happening!  Please come to the NBA Meeting to discuss more and learn more!

NOTES FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT

The retail map is signed off and in print – you will see two new retail signs up in town by the end of the month – one in the Emporium and the other in Niwot Market. 

We have finalized dates for Round the World Day   for May 20th, Lobsterfest for June 3rd and Honey Bee festival for September 16th.

Please watch out for an email this week asking storefronts on how they want to participate in all these events.

Also there was brainstorming around making Niwot the welcome stop town as part of the large MS Bike race for the weekend of June 24th/25th to encourage spectators to come to town, they stay, shop and dine.

Several businesses have signed up for the Scout guide and the NBA are considering a lower price option than originally presented – lots of exciting discussions are taking place! A proposal for the NBA/Niwot to be represented in The Scout Guide has been presented to the L.I.D.  In addition to having representation in the wonderful local media, the idea is to reach out to other people to let them know how wonderful Niwot is. This helps broaden the NBA’s social media and marketing reach and matches the NBA’s goal to increase foot traffic and repeat visitors to Niwot. See https://www.boulder.thescoutguide.com/ for examples.

Exciting news!  Montana Heather, an Eagle Scout, is proposing a sign on the Diagonal for Niwot. See Niwot Project Final Plan.pdf 

NOTES FROM THE SECRETARY

ACCESS TO MONTHLY MEETING NOTES

If you wish previous reports,  NBA bylaws, or meeting notes, please send your request to [email protected]

The May  meeting will be on Tuesday May 9, 2023 at 6pm-7p at Niwot Realty at Compass at 7915 Niwot Rd. Thank you to Niwot Realty Group at Compass for hosting! See  https://www.compass.com/agents/niwot-team/

 to learn more about this business.  We will have a mixer at this meeting to meet your fellow NBA Members and learn more about each other! 

THIS MEETING WILL BE OUTDOORS!.

The  NBA Executive Board has  volunteer positions to be filled and, if you are interested in these positions,, or to learn more, please email [email protected]. 

 Please read about the NBA Exec Board positions here Succession Planning/Primer for NBA Executive Board Final Version 

Stacy Roybal is stepping down from her role as the NBA Liaison to the NCA. The NBA and the NCA have so enjoyed working with her, and we will miss her insights and wisdom!  Thank you, Stacy! If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please reach out to any of the NBA Exec Board! 

The meeting schedule has been emailed to you each, and please reach out to [email protected]  if you wish a paper copy.  It is also listed below. I have attempted to have some new and some favorite hosts with beautiful venues for each month in 2023. Thank you to everyone who has agreed to host the NBA this year!

At each meeting of the NBA for 2023, there will be a meeting topic and a speaker to talk for 10-20 minutes. If you have a topic that you would like discussed, or if you would like to be a speaker, please reach out to [email protected].  Future topics include having the NCA/NCAA/NHS speak about how they work with the NBA to make Niwot the wonderful town it is!

Ribbon cuttings are back! If you wish to do a ribbon cutting for your NEW Niwot business, or if your business has a 1st, 5th, 10th, or other anniversary, please reach out to [email protected] for insights, support, and the world’s biggest pair of fake scissors. There is a  streamlined process for Ribbon Cuttings, so even if your business is not new-ish to Niwot and the NBA, you may wish to create a buzz by hosting a Ribbon Cutting.

NOTES FROM MEMBERSHIP

• Membership Numbers

• Julie Stenz is the NBA Membership Chair.   If you know of a new business in Niwot, please invite them to reach out to Julie Stenz, the NBA Membership Chair at [email protected]
• In 2022, 15 new members joined the NBA. WELCOME!In 2023, new members are welcome!
• Watch your email (and spam folders) for membership dues. Membership dues are due by the end of March 2023 if your business wishes to be included in the NBA Directory. Contact [email protected] if you do not receive an invoice or if it is incorrect. If you would like to pay dues for 2023, pay online or mail a check to P.O.Box 92, Niwot, CO 80544
• To be included in the 2023 Directory, reach out to Julie Stenz soon! The directory will be published in May 2023
• Julie will be reaching out to many individual businesses to ask if they want one-on-one help with the updated website. 
• Information about membership can be found in a document sent to each of you. Please reach out if you wish for more information! 

NOTES FROM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & NIWOT MARKETING

March 2023 was Catherine’s last month as EDD/Marketing Director. Please applaud her for work well done!  After March 31st please address questions to Eric Bergeson. 

A Marketing and Advertising Committee will be formed, and Alicia Zamora and Kristina Burgooon and Deb Read Fowler will be part of that Committee. Additional volunteers are encouraged and please reach out to any NBA Board Member about this ASAP as the Committee needs to be formed by 14 April 2023. 

An Administrative Coordinator will be hired as a paid position for 10 hrs/wk. This person will help with data entry and coordinating events for the NBA.

NOTES FROM RETAIL COMMITTEE

We had a great turnout for the March and April retail committee meeting. Thanks everyone.

Retailers all agreed that Lucky Niwot Day was a success. Thankful for Deb Fowler and her team for all their hard work in making the event fun while driving customers and sales to our shops.

On another note, there seems to be an uptick in shops reporting theft crimes and there may be a trend with this happening during these special events. One retailer suggested that we hire a security guard to stroll through the town during events, simply to make their presence known. Sarah is going to call the Boulder county sheriff’s office to see if they have any suggestions. 

Kathy Trauner talked about championing an October Fest with Gene on Sept. 30th. Everyone was excited about seeing this event back on the calendar. Their plan is to have live bands, food trucks, a bier garden and pop up vendors.

Next meeting is Thursday, April 20th 9am Winot Coffee. See you there. 

NOTES FROM STREETSCAPES

IMPORTANT: There will be a paving project on 2nd Ave in May 2023 by Boulder County and there may be partial street closures for 1-4 days. Dates are yet to be set, and the NBA will be notified via email multiple times about this project to improve Niwot. See https://bouldercounty.gov/transportation/closures-and-construction/ for updates.

Eddie Running Wolf’s Tree Carving:  

The Spear Lodge Man tree sculpture was cut down on Saturday, Oct 3, 2021 and was moved to Jeff Wolcott’s bay late Fall on Niwot Road.Repairs have begun, and this will be a labor of love and time. We expect to have the repairs done by late summer or early fall, 2022. Maquettes that are 18-24 inches tall are being designed to be sold to help fund this project. Ongoing work 

Maquettes

The project to have maquettes of Eddie Running Wolf’s Tree Carving is coming into being. Dave Lee and the class at CU have made 3D print images of this sculpture. Thank you to Dave Lee! Image below:

Here, also, is a link with a video about restoration. https://niwotsculptures.weebly.com/

Requests for Streetscapes will be made to the L.I.D. by Eric Bergeson for now. 

Anyone interested in helping Niwot Streetscapes, please reach out to any NBA Member and to Eric. 

              NOTES FROM VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

• Alison Steele of Niwot Market has agreed to become the NBA Volunteer Coordinator. THANK YOU, Alison!  As she takes on this role, she may reach out to NBA members who have volunteered before for advice and to volunteer again, and she is likely to reach out to NBA members who could join as volunteers. Volunteers are what makes Niwot hum with zest and activities all year long!
• Upcoming needs: See Keep Niwot Strong and please volunteer for 1-2 events!
• Interested in serving the community with us?                         Have a youth group or student in mind to volunteer?                                                                                                Contact Alison Steele at [email protected]
• Other ideas for events? Reach out to any of the NBA Board members by clicking on any of the email addresses in this report, or by contacting [email protected]

NOTES FROM ROCK & RAILS

• Rock & Rails’ 2023 season opens June 1st and runs through August 31st, for a total of 14 concerts this year! The ever-popular summer concert series is currently seeking sponsors, and there are a range of packages to choose from. For sponsorship information, contact Kathy Trauner at [email protected]. 

• If you would like to volunteer at a concert as a greeter, contact Alison Steele at [email protected]. 

NOTES FROM KEEP NIWOT STRONG

EVENTS

See https://niwot.com/events  for upcoming events!

Save the dates with all the following fun :

May 2023

• May 20th Round the World Day
• May 20th House Blend Band(2nd Ave Summer Concert Series) 6-9pm
• May 20th Niwot Clean Up day

June 2023

• June 2 First Friday Art Walk
• June 3rd Lobsterfest
• June 10th House Blend Band(2nd Ave Summer Concert Series) 6-9pm
• Rock & Rails begins!
• Dancing Under the Stars begins!
• 24th June – MS Bike Ride – Niwot welcomes

July 2023

• July1-Aug 31  Why Not Niwot Art Show People’s Choice Voting
• July 4 Fourth of July in Niwot!
• July 7 First Friday Art Walk
• July 15 House Blend Band(2nd Ave Summer Concert Series) 6-9pm

August 2023

• August 4 First Friday Art Walk
• August 5 Flower Fest
• August 19 House Blend Band(2nd Ave Summer Concert Series) 6-9pm
• August 31st Rock and Rails last night of 2023

September 2023

• Sept 1 First Friday Art Walk
• Sept 7 Jared Foundation Concert
• Sept 9 House Blend Band(2nd Ave Summer Concert Series) 6-9pm
• Sept 16th Honeybee Festival 
• Sept 23rd Niwot Out and About
• Sept 30th Oktoberfest

NOTES FROM EDUCATION OUTREACH

This position is open for applicants. 

To reach out for linking your business with Niwot High for mentorship or jobs, reach out to Adam Lotito [email protected]

NOTES FROM TREASURER

Specific questions about the NBA budget can be directed to [email protected].

Off to a great start for the year.   We have received about 60% of the membership dues.   If you have not yet paid, or need an invoice, please contact me at the email listed above.

HERE IS THE LINK TO THE L.I.D. Strategic Plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12oX9sdAy42K8lxpaMNmcUtFz3R44wn2Y5RKOf7tQIUM/edit