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DDP Design Committee Meeting

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

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The Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) Design Committee met virtually on January 21, 2026. The committee agenda covered updates on the Holiday Window Contest, review of expanded artist concepts and scheduling next steps for the Tiny Art Project targeting a March deadline, proposed revisions to the Façade Improvement Program application, and an update on WinterFest. No formal legislative votes or City Council actions occurred.

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Agenda

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  • 1. Welcome and Agenda Approval

    Opening of the meeting and review of the agenda.

  • 2. Approval of Minutes

    Review and approval of committee minutes from November and December.

  • 3. Public Comments

    Opportunity for members of the public to provide comment.

  • 4. Holiday Window Contest Outcome

    Report on the results and outcome of the downtown Holiday Window Contest.

  • 5. Update: Tiny Art Project

    Review of expanded concepts and descriptions submitted by local artists and finalization of next program steps to meet the March deadline.

  • 6. Façade Improvement Program Application

    Review and finalization of recommended modifications to the Façade Improvement Program application.

  • 7. WinterFest Update

    Status update regarding WinterFest planning and activities.

  • 8. New Business and Adjournment

    Discussion of new business items and adjournment of the meeting.

Documents

  • 1 Design Committee agenda 1-21-26
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    Page 1

    Design Committee Meeting January 21, 2026 12:00 PM Zoom (see below and page 2) Design Committee Meeting Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/97574384969 Meeting ID: 975 7438 4969 AGENDA • Welcome • Agenda • Minutes (November, December) • Public Comments • Holiday Window Contest Outcome • Update: Tiny Art Project • Review expanded concepts/descriptions provided by local artists for Tiny Art projects • Finalize next steps in program to reach deadline of March 31, 2026 • Review and finalize recommended changes to Façade Improvement program application • See attachment • WinterFest update • New business • Adjourn Next Meeting February 11 via Zoom See next page for full details on Zoom The Design Committee encourages and enables improvements to buildings and enhancements to the downtown Dover business district through grant/incentive programs, public art, aesthetic amenities, and education on appropriate design principles to promote value of historic and cultural resources.

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    Design Committee Meeting January 21, 2026 12:00 PM Zoom (see below and page 2) Diane Laird is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: DDP Design Committee Time: Aug 13, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Every month on the Second Wed, until Jun 10, 2026, 11 occurrence(s) https://zoom.us/j/97574384969 Meeting ID: 975 7438 4969 --- One tap mobile +13052241968,,97574384969# US +13092053325,,97574384969# US --- Dial by your location • +1 305 224 1968 US • +1 309 205 3325 US • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) • +1 646 931 3860 US • +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) • +1 507 473 4847 US • +1 564 217 2000 US • +1 669 444 9171 US • +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) • +1 689 278 1000 US • +1 719 359 4580 US • +1 253 205 0468 US • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) • +1 360 209 5623 US • +1 386 347 5053 US Meeting ID: 975 7438 4969 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adI4hf8h18 The Design Committee encourages and enables improvements to buildings and enhancements to the downtown Dover business district through grant/incentive programs, public art, aesthetic amenities, and education on appropriate design principles to promote value of historic and cultural resources.

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  • Packet (Meeting packet)

    Meeting assets for DDP Design Committee, November 12, 2025 Attendees: Kerri Lacey, Kristin Pleasanton, Jenifer Gunther, Malcolm Jacob, Mark Nowak, Chevonne Boyd, Diane Laird Meeting summary Quick recap The meeting began with administrative matters including introductions, apologies, and...

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