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TEMPERANCE ACTI0N COMMITTEE (TAC)
What Is TAC?
An arm of the EDC (Economic Development Corporation), TAC is an informal
group of Temperance-based individuals whose mission statement is to address
issues relevant to revitalizing downtown Temperance. Their efforts focus on
maintaining the unique identity of Temperance, as distinct from that of Bedford
township as a whole, while striving to effect positive changes that will
benefit business owners, residents and visitors alike.
Why Was TAC Formed?
In August of 2003, despite a booming population, Temperance’s village center and
our downtown business district, were in a downward spiral. The EDC concluded
that a motivated core group was needed to address these and other concerns. A
public meeting was held seeking interested individuals to help revitalize
downtown Temperance; TAC was the result of that meeting.
Who Belongs To TAC?
Anyone with a vested interest in downtown Temperance may attend and
participate at TAC meetings – those interested in historical preservation,
residents, landowners, business owners, etc. Positive input and active
participation are welcome.
When Do They Meet?
Regularly scheduled meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7
p.m. Most meetings are held at the Ivor Lindsay Senior Center. Meeting times &
locations are posted on the Cable station’s community calendar and listed in the
Bedford Now and Bedford Press newspapers.
What Have They Accomplished So Far?
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Participated in re-establishing the
Temperance Village limits.
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Helped write the Temperance “Village
Overlay.”
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Assisted several new businesses to
open in downtown Temperance.
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Spearheaded the Temperance
“Adopt-a-Road” campaign.
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Sponsored the Temperance “Community
Garage Sale.”
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Actively encouraged residents and
businesses to hold a cleanup campaign.
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Worked with Monroe Bank & Trust to
develop an attractive site plan.
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Helped plan, with Monroe County
Waste Management, the first hazardous waste
pick-up day ever held in Bedford.
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Facilitated the formation of the
Tanglewood subdivision’s block watch.
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Re-energized the Bedford Welcome
Committee.
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Designed attractive signs to
designate the village limits on all 4 sides of town.
Our Current Priorities Are:
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Install the signs to designate the
village limits.
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Establish a Farmer’s Market within
the village limits.
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Help develop a streetscape to make
downtown Temperance more attractive.
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Encourage participation at TAC
meetings by local businesses.
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