HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_EDAB_01.27.2011MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD
JANUARY 27, 2011
Members Present: Austin Bryan, John Marler, Hank Michel, Bill Wertzberger,
Hugh Brown, Steve Lampinstein, Billy Kurtz
Guest Present: Tommy Gonzalez
Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Tina Dunbar
A. Call to order – 4:02
B. Discussion and possible action on the minutes from the September 30, 2010 meeting
Motion Brown/second Michel (unanimously approved)
C. Chair report
Chair Bryan reported that the banking industry seems to be “looking up”.
Discussion was held on the local economy and prospect activity.
D. Discussion and possible action on EDAB member reports
Discussion was held on the winery initiative and the work by Gene Richards
who was hired to bring wineries to Georgetown.
E. Discussion and possible action on Staff report
Mark Thomas reported that the TLCC building is full and plans are ready to
build the second building. Mark Thomas also reported on retail downtown and
industrial development in south Georgetown.
Discussion was held on the retention program and how Board members can be
involved.
F. Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items
G. Adjourn – 5:05
Austin Bryan, Chair Billy Kurtz, Secretary