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City of Georgetown
Economic Development Commission
Meeting of January 16, 2003
MINUTES
Members Present: Gordon Baker, Chair Dr. Ronald Swain
Rick Smith Davidica Blum
Kathryn Heidemann Joe Pondrom
Henry Boecker Russ Peterman
Henry Carr
Members Absent: Edward O’Rourke Daniel Vasquez
Staff Present: Charlie Walker Paul Brandenburg
Tina Dunbar
Guests Present: Howard Fomby Tim Harris
Dreager Mel Penland
Angie Harris Bob Brent
Following verification that a QUORUM was present, Chair Baker called the Meeting to
order at 6:30 p.m.
DISCUSSION was held regarding the minutes from the December 5, 2002, meeting.
On a MOTION duly made by Commissioner Pondrom and seconded by Commissioner
Carr, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the December 5, 2002, minutes.
Georgetown citizen and local businessman, Howard Fomby, presented a report on the
Biotech Industry including the needs of and the geographical areas attractive to Biotech
companies. Mr. Fomby explained that he located his business in Georgetown due to his ties with
the area. He went on to explain the challenges his business faces due to lack of certain services
in Georgetown.
Matthew Trub of Matthew and Company presented a draft of the Georgetown Economic
Development Brochure. Mr. Trub explained the concept of the brochure, the advertising rates,
and timeline for completion of the brochure.
DISCUSSION was held regarding the objective, agenda items, date, and time of the
commission retreat.
Commissioner Peterman presented a report on the regional airport including the proposed
size, use, and plan. DISCUSSION was held regarding a regional airport. Many Commissioners
expressed their approval of the concept of a regional airport near Georgetown.
Chair Baker reminded the Commission that he and Commissioner Vasquez are ineligible
to reapply for a seat on the Commission. Chair Baker and Commissioner Vasquez both
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expressed their ideas and advice for the next Commission. The Commission thanked the
outgoing members for their hard work and let them know that they will be missed.
Charlie Walker presented his staff report including the TIF proposed by the Main Street
Advisory Board, the City’s annexation draft plan, and the recent site visit by a furniture store.
DISCUSSION was held regarding agenda items for the next meeting of the Commission.
The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.