9.B) Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of approximately 48,139 square feet of property located on the Historic Town Square (Presentation by: James Lewellen, Town Administrator)
I would like to express my support of the parking garage and proposed hotel. I firmly believe both will be a welcomed addition to the square and an asset to all residents. I would ask that you vote yes.
We fully support this proposal item. Living in the historic district brings a special kind of pride and a longing to see the entire city prosper. By creating more space for parking allows Collierville residents and travelers a better experience in which to shop, dine, explore and enjoy the Square. The hotel will put us on the map with other popular squares like Franklin and Oxford. It is time we bring about a small change that will help our city prosper for years to come. Vote YES!
Please vote YES. I support the parking garage and hotel project. It would be awesome to have a place for family and friends to stay in the historic district while visiting Collierville. Having more parking and bringing more people to the square will help our existing businesses and promote future investment in the downtown area.
Our Square needs this progressive movement. It would be so beneficial to everyone, including the current merchants on the Square. I am def in favor of this
We live on Washington street & there is a huge problem with adequate parking around the town square for merchants & for town square events.. This parking garage would allow for increased traffic which in return would be an enhancement for the surrounding current & future merchants. The town has many amenities that draw patrons to our square but the town does not have the facilities that would accommodate increased traffic. Additionally the hotel would enhance our tourism & commerce.
I am in favor of this project. The Historic Square needs the parking and the hotel will make the Town Square a destination. Great idea!! Please vote YES!!
As a past member of the Downtown Development Plan (2010) and past Main Street Collierville Director(2001-2016), I am in support of the due diligence process for the item listed in 9b of the BMA 7.12.2021 agenda. The TIF is a tool for future sustainability of the Historic District of Downtown Collierville and an opportunity to enhance the current footprint of an ever evolving successful Main Street community.
Laura Tetley Todd
State of Tennessee Main Street Consultant
I am currently on the Collierville Main Street Board and chairing the Collierville Concert Series. I am certain the town would benefit from having more parking to help host our events. One of the biggest complaints I’ve received is there isn’t enough parking. I am also a resident in the historic district and I know having the hotel and parking garage will be a huge benefit to our square. Please vote yes!
We are big supporters of this development! A parking garage and hotel can only benefit our town square. A thriving Main Street is critical for any town, and this will be a game changer for Collierville. Please vote yes!
Lack of adequate parking on the Square has been a problem for quite some time. As our businesses have grown on the Square...so has the need for more parking. A garage would be the perfect answer to eliminate this situation and provide our visitors a convenient place to park. I am in favor of the Town acquiring this property for a parking garage.
Parking is one of the biggest obstacles for doing business on the collierville town square. I strongly support the acquisition of land and development of a parking garage.
The fact that parking is a major issue proves the success of the changes made to the Square and of the businesses who have established themselves on the Square. A parking garage is desperately needed to support these successes and encourage continued growth. We have a unique and special venue with the Square and we should do everything possible to capitalize on its growth and productivity....this includes adding a parking garage to accommodate the increase in traffic. We want visitors to return.
We need parking!!! I have been on the Town Square since 1979 and parking has always been one the main problems for our merchants. A hotel will bring customers for our merchants and the garage will provide parking for the many activities our Square can host. Consider all of the public functions we have on the Town Square in addition to private weddings and birthday parties. Our Town Square is the most photographed location in West Tennessee.
You never have too much parking !!!!
John Green
As current board President of Main Street Collierville, I believe more adequate parking is needed for our local businesses and events on the square. We have a real opportunity with this hotel and parking project to create more of a destination for personal and business travel. I believe in addition to more foot traffic, this project will bring additional retail and restaurants to our square. I ask that you all vote yes and invest in our town!
I work near the Collierville Town Square and visit often.. I believe this is an outstanding proposal that would enhance the attraction of the Town Square for residents and visitors. I fully support the purchase of the property, development of the parking garage and hotel. I am asking that each of you VOTE YES!!!
As someone who lives and works in the Collierville Historic District, I feel that the hotel and parking garage will be a welcome addition. The locally owned businesses on the square could sure use some good news, and having a hotel and more parking could be the shot in the arm the whole district needs. Having a healthy Historic District and Mainstreet benefits the whole town. I feel confident the town will insure it is done in 1st class way. Please vote yes.
As a business owner on the square, I am in favor of the hotel and parking garage. This will help the area thrive. I see this as an enhancement to what we all know is the heart of our community.
I would like to express my support of the parking garage and proposed hotel. I firmly believe both will be a welcomed addition to the square and an asset to all residents. I would ask that you vote yes.
We fully support this proposal item. Living in the historic district brings a special kind of pride and a longing to see the entire city prosper. By creating more space for parking allows Collierville residents and travelers a better experience in which to shop, dine, explore and enjoy the Square. The hotel will put us on the map with other popular squares like Franklin and Oxford. It is time we bring about a small change that will help our city prosper for years to come. Vote YES!
Please vote YES. I support the parking garage and hotel project. It would be awesome to have a place for family and friends to stay in the historic district while visiting Collierville. Having more parking and bringing more people to the square will help our existing businesses and promote future investment in the downtown area.
I think this will be a great addition to The Square! I support!
I fully agree with this project.
Our Square needs this progressive movement. It would be so beneficial to everyone, including the current merchants on the Square. I am def in favor of this
We should move forward with this project. This will help ensure our ability to grow our town.
We live on Washington street & there is a huge problem with adequate parking around the town square for merchants & for town square events.. This parking garage would allow for increased traffic which in return would be an enhancement for the surrounding current & future merchants. The town has many amenities that draw patrons to our square but the town does not have the facilities that would accommodate increased traffic. Additionally the hotel would enhance our tourism & commerce.
I am in favor of this project. The Historic Square needs the parking and the hotel will make the Town Square a destination. Great idea!! Please vote YES!!
As a past member of the Downtown Development Plan (2010) and past Main Street Collierville Director(2001-2016), I am in support of the due diligence process for the item listed in 9b of the BMA 7.12.2021 agenda. The TIF is a tool for future sustainability of the Historic District of Downtown Collierville and an opportunity to enhance the current footprint of an ever evolving successful Main Street community.
Laura Tetley Todd
State of Tennessee Main Street Consultant
I am currently on the Collierville Main Street Board and chairing the Collierville Concert Series. I am certain the town would benefit from having more parking to help host our events. One of the biggest complaints I’ve received is there isn’t enough parking. I am also a resident in the historic district and I know having the hotel and parking garage will be a huge benefit to our square. Please vote yes!
We are big supporters of this development! A parking garage and hotel can only benefit our town square. A thriving Main Street is critical for any town, and this will be a game changer for Collierville. Please vote yes!
Lack of adequate parking on the Square has been a problem for quite some time. As our businesses have grown on the Square...so has the need for more parking. A garage would be the perfect answer to eliminate this situation and provide our visitors a convenient place to park. I am in favor of the Town acquiring this property for a parking garage.
Parking is one of the biggest obstacles for doing business on the collierville town square. I strongly support the acquisition of land and development of a parking garage.
The fact that parking is a major issue proves the success of the changes made to the Square and of the businesses who have established themselves on the Square. A parking garage is desperately needed to support these successes and encourage continued growth. We have a unique and special venue with the Square and we should do everything possible to capitalize on its growth and productivity....this includes adding a parking garage to accommodate the increase in traffic. We want visitors to return.
We need parking!!! I have been on the Town Square since 1979 and parking has always been one the main problems for our merchants. A hotel will bring customers for our merchants and the garage will provide parking for the many activities our Square can host. Consider all of the public functions we have on the Town Square in addition to private weddings and birthday parties. Our Town Square is the most photographed location in West Tennessee.
You never have too much parking !!!!
John Green
As current board President of Main Street Collierville, I believe more adequate parking is needed for our local businesses and events on the square. We have a real opportunity with this hotel and parking project to create more of a destination for personal and business travel. I believe in addition to more foot traffic, this project will bring additional retail and restaurants to our square. I ask that you all vote yes and invest in our town!
I work near the Collierville Town Square and visit often.. I believe this is an outstanding proposal that would enhance the attraction of the Town Square for residents and visitors. I fully support the purchase of the property, development of the parking garage and hotel. I am asking that each of you VOTE YES!!!
As someone who lives and works in the Collierville Historic District, I feel that the hotel and parking garage will be a welcome addition. The locally owned businesses on the square could sure use some good news, and having a hotel and more parking could be the shot in the arm the whole district needs. Having a healthy Historic District and Mainstreet benefits the whole town. I feel confident the town will insure it is done in 1st class way. Please vote yes.
As a business owner on the square, I am in favor of the hotel and parking garage. This will help the area thrive. I see this as an enhancement to what we all know is the heart of our community.