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City of Georgetown
Economic Development Commission
Retreat
February 15, 2003
MINUTES
Members Present: Dr. Ronald Swain, Chair Rick Smith
Kathryn Heidemann Joe Pondrom
Henry Carr Russ Peterman
Edward O’Rourke Ralph Nayman
Tom Crawford
Members Absent: Davidica Blum Henry Boecker
Staff Present: Charlie Walker Paul Brandenburg
Tina Dunbar
Following verification that a QUORUM was present, Chair Swain called the Meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Following introductions of Commission members and staff, Chair Swain gave a brief
explanation of the Commission’s last retreat and its work to date.
Charlie Walker, Manager of Economic Growth and Planning, gave a presentation on the
economic development process and Georgetown economic development issues.
Paul Brandenburg, City Manager, explained his role in the City’s economic development
process and his understanding of how the Commission will work with City Council on economic
development issues.
DISCUSSION was held regarding past Commission work, the relationship between the
Commission and other city of Georgetown entities, participation of Commissioners in regional
and state economic development organizations, and the role of Commission members in the
City’s economic development process.
DISCUSSION was held regarding agenda items for the next meeting of the Commission.
The meeting adjourned at 12:30 p.m.