Amador County - The Jackson Revitalization Committee will meet again this Thursday (August 12) to discuss a number of agenda items, including an update on the implementation of the Jackson Main Street Façade Improvement Program and a facelift for Jackson gateway signs. As explained in the program application, the Façade Improvement Program “offers up to $1,500 in matching City funds and, in certain cases, design assistance to businesses in the historic downtown Jackson area in order to improve the appearance of individual building facades, signs and awnings, as well as the overall look of the district.” It was approved by the Jackson City Council in July. It is funded with transient occupancy tax revenue generated by Measure E, approved by Jackson voters in 2002 for economic development purposes. The City will supply 1/3 of the cost through a matching grant, with the remaining costs to be divided at the discretion of the applicant. Depending on funding availability, grants larger than $1500 may be approved by the Jackson City Council. The application says initial “properties must be commercial or residential properties turning commercial located within the historic district of downtown Jackson.” Any building owner or tenant with a minimum of 1 year remaining on their lease or an option to renew would be allowed to apply. The council will also look at a graphic design concept for a new city gateway sign that “clearly lists upcoming events while maintaining space for sponsors,” according to City Manager Mike Daly. The proposed sign’s design and concept were created by Merzlak Signs owner Kam Merzlak. Also on the agenda, the committee will consider implementing parking modifications in Historic Downtown Jackson “to improve customer service, provide easier in/out access of parking spaces and reduce the current speed limit for safer pedestrian movement.” The Jackson Revitalization Committee meeting takes place this Thursday, August 12 at 6 p.m. in Jackson City Hall. In other Jackson news, the Jackson City Council on Monday set a special meeting to discuss the appointment of Mayor Connie Gonsalvez and Councilman Pat Crew, both of whom are running uncontested in the next election. Daly said the council “can either appoint those two seats or decide whether to go through with an election that will cost between $3000 and $3500, with the only advantage being to leave open the possibility that other candidates may enter.” He said the estimated cost of such an election is based on the cost of previous elections. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.