If you give the jury the right info they will make the right decision.
Minot asked the committee to share data and information publicly as it receives it.
“If you give the jury the right info, they will make the right decision,” Minot said.
Jane Joseph, venue committee vice chairman, said data is already being posted on the town’s website at www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov. She also added that all meetings are open to the public.
Other attendees offered suggestions or opinions.
Town Councilwoman Kim Likins, a committee member, said the committee was formed specifically to look at arts venue options on the island.
The Town Council set up the committee last year and charged it with making a recommendation on a venue by the end of December. If passed, a Nov. 8 Beaufort County referendum could provide $6 million for a venue via a sales tax increase.
Lorraine Berry, co-owner of Legendary Golf, said the town should look at utilizing already constructed park spaces to hold events and festivals.
Daniel Brock, town spokesman, said turn-out for the event was better than expected. He said it was the right step toward two-way communication.
“The committee was able to address misconceptions and hear concerns that they can bring back to committee meetings,” Brock said.
More events will be held throughout the community in upcoming months, Brock said.