Committees
There are many ways to get involved with Downtown Lee’s Summit and it all starts with you. Through the various committees, your input could help with planning various events and promotions, design concepts, economic issues and organizational activities.
To find out how or to join a committee, contact Trisha Drape at 816-246-6598 or trisha@downtownls.org.
PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE
Sells the image of downtown by marketing the unique characteristics of downtown to shoppers, investors, new businesses and visitors. Our strategy; a positive image through advertising, retail promotion activity, special events and marketing campaigns carried out by committee and other volunteers.
The Promotions Committee meets at 8:30 a.m. the first Thursday of each month at A Thyme for Everything (229 B SE Main). Contact Stacy Brandt for more information: stacy@downtownls.org.
Projects and Events Include:
* Chocolate Crawl
* Holiday Open House
* Sparkle Holiday Campaign
* Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony
* The Bunny Hop
* Spring Open House
DESIGN COMMITTEE
Works to encourage appropriate aesthetics in the downtown; e.g. appropriate building rehabs, and in fill design; downtown cleanliness. Capitalizing on downtown assets- such as historic buildings. Creating an inviting atmosphere through window displays, parking areas, signs, sidewalks, streetlights, and landscaping.
The Design Committee meets at 8:00 a.m. the first Friday of each month at The Whistle Stop Coffee Shop, 227 SE Main. Contact Trisha Drape for more information:trisha@downtownls.org.
Current Projects Include:
* Wayfinding
* Design Standards
* Kiosks
* Downtown Banner Program
ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING COMMITTEE
Works to identify new market opportunities for the downtown, find new uses for historic commercial buildings, and stimulate investment in property. Also assists with business expansion and recruitment.
The Economic Restructuring Committee meets at 8 a.m. the last Wednesday of each month at the Linger Bakery and Lounge (19 SE Third). Contact Trisha Drape for more information: trisha@downtownls.org
Projects and Events Include:
* Downtown Loft Tour
* Support & Marketing of Façade & Corridor Enhancement Program (FACE)
* Tax Credit Seminars
* Business Development & Recruitment Strategy (CLUE Report)
ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
Gets everyone working toward the same goal. Builds consensus and cooperation among the groups that have an important stake in the district. Works to recruit volunteers, gives input on organizational structure and helps to build strong committees.
The Organization Committee meets at 8 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the DLSMS office. Contact Trisha Drape for more information trisha@downtownls.org.
Current Projects Include:
* Board Retreat
* By-Law Review
* Fundraising Strategy
SUB-COMMITTEES
Sub-committees include the Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Day Committee, Piccadily Gala Committee and the Downtown Days…Streets Alive! Committee. If you are interested in being involved with any of these events, please contact Stacy Brandt at stacy@downtownls.org.
