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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEDAB_Agenda&Minutes_2004Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 06:00 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Rick Smith, Tom Crawford, Ron Swain, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Joe Pondrom, Conchita Gusman, Jim Hensley, Josh McClure, Lynne Dison, Ed O’Rourke Call to Order at 06:00 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the November 18, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items J.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , December 16, 2004. Board Members Present: Rick Smith, Tom Crawford, Ron Swain, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Joe Pondrom, Conchita Gusman, Jim Hensley, Josh McClure Board Members Absent: Lynne Dison, Ed O’Rourke Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the November 18, 2004, meeting. Commissioner Swain noted that the commissioner who seconded the forth motion was not recorded. It was determined that Commissioner Pondrom seconded the motion and should be added to the record. MOTION Swain second Pondrom to approve corrected minutes (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. No comments D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas reviewed action items from the November Commission meeting and detailed staff’s progress on those items. Staff will respond to any problems downtown merchants may face due to the Courthouse remodel proactively and positively. Mark suggested that the meeting of downtown stakeholders be scheduled at a later date than planned at the November EDC meeting. MOTION by Swain second Heidemann to host the joint meeting of downtown stakeholders at the February regularly scheduled Commission meeting (unanimously approved). Mr. Thomas reported on the success of the department’s site selector events. Staff recently hosted a meeting and tour for NAI Commercial Properties and we have begun to work with them on leads. He also reported on recent City Council activity regarding 4A sales tax. Mr. Thomas mentioned that, as expected, San Antonio has announced that 18 tier 1 suppliers have selected sites next to the Toyota manufacturing plant. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Airport (Heidemann) – Contractor working on revision to the Airport Master Plan, Council expected to take action in January. WCEC (Crawford) – Meeting with different groups to discuss their use of the proposed facility. I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items January meeting will be held on the 20th. J.Adjourn – 7:20 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, November 11, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 06:00 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Rick Smith, Tom Crawford, Ed O’Rourke, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Ron Swain, Josh McClure, Joe Pondrom, Conchita Gusman Call to Order at 06:00 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the October 21, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items J.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, November 11, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , November 11, 2004. Board Members Present: Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Lynne Dison, Tom Crawford, Ed O’Rourke, Joe Pondrom, Conchita Gusman, Ron Swain, Jim Hensley, Josh McClure Board Members Absent: Rick Smith Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the October 21, 2004, meeting. MOTION Pondrom second Heidemann (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. No comments D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas informed the Commission of the newly formed Williamson County Alliance and the MOU between the involved communities. Mr. Thomas further explained that this alliance has received attention and will most likely be the topic of an Austin Business Journal article. Commissioners were very supportive of the Alliance and suggested that County officials be included in the early stage of the Alliance. MOTION by Hensley second Pondrom to approve the MOU and present it to City Council for their approval. Mr. Thomas informed the Commission of projects currently underway in the Department including several projects on downtown property issues. The department has been instructed by the City and asked by interested parties to get involved with the issues of vacant buildings and tenant concerns. Discussion was held about downtown issues including the closing of the Courthouse, a person or entity dedicated to creating leads for downtown property owners, influence and assistance of Simon properties, and the history of downtown business “turnover”. MOTION by McClure second Heidemann to notify and express concern to downtown property owners, tenants, and other interested parties of the Courthouse closure and its potential effect. MOTION by Swain second Pondrom to hold an economic summit on downtown. George Gomez presented a report on the Toyota Opportunity Exchange tradeshow he attended on November 4th. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Regional Airport (O’Rourke) – Airport “off the table” for at least two or three months. WCEC (Crawford) – Sun will probably run story in Sat. paper. Meeting with possible tenant for WCEC. I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items December meeting will be held on the 16th. J.Adjourn – 7:35 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, October 21, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, October 21, 2004 at 06:00 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Rick Smith, Chair, Tom Crawford, Vice Chair, Ed O'Rourke, Secretary, Conchita Gusman, Dr. Ronald Swain, Jim Hensley, Ph.D., Joe Pondrom, Josh McClure, Kathy Heidemann, Lynne Dison, Ralph Nayman Call to Order at 06:00 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the September 16, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items J.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, October 21, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , October 21, 2004. Board Members Present: Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Lynne Dison, Tom Crawford, Ed O’Rourke, Joe Pondrom, Conchita Gusman, Rick Smith Board Members Absent: Jim Hensley, Ron Swain, Josh McClure Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the September 16, 2004, meeting. MOTION Heidemann second Nayman (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. Deferred comments D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas informed the commission of staff contact with IKEA furniture and their search for a location in the Austin Metro area. Mark reported on the success of the Colliers Oxford visit and three requests for proposals they have submitted since their visit. Mark distributed the Business Retention and Expansion Survey results document and asked Derrick McGill to comment. Mr. McGill walked the commission through the document. The Commission discussed the importance of supporting business retention and expansion and how the City, Chamber, and Commission can respond to specific problems sited in the report. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports. Discussion was held regarding membership and meetings for the Funding Sources subcommittee. It was suggested that this subcommittee should work with the Chamber’s economic development committee. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Sports Complex (Crawford) – Met with a company out of Dallas who presented an alternative to funding the complex with bonds. Design changes have been made to eliminate the sports fields. I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items Presentation by someone from Development Services to explain permitting. J.Adjourn – 7:35 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, September 16, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 06:00 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Rick Smith, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Ed O’Rourke, Conchita Gusman, Josh McClure, Tom Crawford, Dr. Ronald Swain Call to Order at 06:00 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding the 2004 City Facilities Bond Program – Peg Croslin. C.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the August 19, 2004, meeting. D.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports I.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items J.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, September 16, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , September 16, 2004. Board Members Present: Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Tom Crawford, Ron Swain, Josh McClure, Ed O’Rourke, Joe Pondrom Board Members Absent: Rick Smith, Conchita Gusman Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar, Eric Lashley Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. B.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding the 2004 City Facilities Bond Program. The Bond Committee presented details of the bond program. Commissioners responded positively to the initial presentation and requested further information. C.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the August 19, 2004, meeting. MOTION O’Rourke second Nayman (unanimously approved). D.Comments from the Chair. Deferred comments E.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. F.Action from executive session – none. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas informed the commission of the Klaus Bollman project and explained why it had not been approved by the City. On behalf of the City, Mr. Thomas has and will continue to express support of the project to Mr. Bollman. It is hoped the parties can make the project work. Mr. Thomas presented an update of recent department activity including the creation of an alliance with other Williamson County economic development entities and projects to which proposal have been submitted. E.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Regional Airport (O’Rourke) – Nine sited are currently under review. Main Street (McClure) – Board discussed business looking for space on the square – Gold’s building. Sports Complex (Crawford) – The County Judge has been approached and progress is being made on the purchase of county land. G.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items H.Adjourn – 7:05 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, August 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, August 19, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Rick Smith, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Conchita Gusman, Tom Crawford, Ron Swain, Josh McClure, Ed O’Rourke, Joe Pondrom Call to Order at 06:30 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the June 24, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Discussion and possible action regarding the creation of a subcommittee to explore potential funding sources for economic development G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, August 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , August 19, 2004. Board Members Present: Rick Smith, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Conchita Gusman, Tom Crawford, Ron Swain Board Members Absent: Josh McClure, Ed O’Rourke, Joe Pondrom Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the July 15, 2004, meeting. One correction re: member attendance was made. MOTION Crawford seconded Heidemann (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. Deferred comments due to full agenda D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Discussion and possible action regarding the creation of a subcommittee to explore potential funding sources for economic development MOTION Swain, seconded Crawford to a create subcommittee to research and position for support the 4A sales tax and other potential funding sources. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas informed the commission of Council action regarding the 4A sales tax election item. The commission discussed ways to provide information to Council about 4A sales tax benefits. Mark presented an update of recent department activity including the creation of a newsletter, the retail trade area map and data, a meeting with the top 3 officials in the Governor’s ED office, the retention program, and the upcoming event for Rick Rhodes of the Governor’s ED office. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Sports Complex (Crawford) – The complex is now being called the Williamson County Events Complex. Taxing entities are being asked to contribute funds for a feasibility study. Tom Crawford invited commission members to attend a presentation on the complex. J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn – 7:20 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, July 15, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, July 15, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Call to Order at 06:30 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the June 24, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Discussion and possible action on 4A sales tax G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn CERTIFICATE OF POSTINGCERTIFICATE OF POSTINGCERTIFICATE OF POSTINGCERTIFICATE OF POSTING I, Sandra D. Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the ______ day of __________________, 2003, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. ____________________________________ Sandra D. Lee, City Secretary Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, July 15, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , July 15, 2004. Board Members Present: Rick Smith, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison, Ed O’Rourke, Conchita Gusman, Josh McClure, Tom Crawford Board Members Absent: Dr. Ronald Swain Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the June 24, 2004, meeting. MOTION Pondrom seconded Nayman (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. No comments due to full agenda D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Discussion and possible action on 4A sales tax – Mark Thomas Mark briefed the commission on the recent 4A workshop. The Commission discussed possible uses of a 4A funds and the process to take the issue to the voters. Commissioners discussed and requested information on other potential funding sources. MOTION Pondrom, seconded O’Rourke to recommend to City Council that they put on the ballot in November or a soon as practical thereafter a quarter cent, 4A sales tax dedicated to economic development (unanimously approved). G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark informed the Commission of department projects and issues, such as, recent updates to our website to include commercial permit applications filed in the city, Mark’s plan to attend GTEC meetings, the TASUS enterprise nomination, the request from Opportunity Austin for information on a “super” site, and the progress of the retention program. Mark informed the Commission of the upcoming ethics training. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Regional airport (O’Rourke) – consultants are looking at potential sites; airport noise study (Heidemann) – no activity; and Main Street Board (McClure) – branding campaign underway. J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items Agenda item – create subcommittee to research economic development funding sources. Dates and times – future meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. rather than 6:30. K.Adjourn – 8:00 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, June 24, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Call to Order at 06:30 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the April 15, 2004, meeting. C.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Consideration and possible action regarding review of the Draft Ethics Ordinance to be adopted on second reading by the City Council on June 22, 2004. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding the election of Commission officers H.Appointment of subcommittee membership – Chair Smith I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas J.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports K.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study & master plan; Josh McClure, Main Street Board; Tom Crawford, Sports Complex L.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items M.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, June 24, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , June 24, 2004. Board Members Present: Rick Smith, Chair, Tom Crawford, Vice Chair, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Ralph Nayman, Jim Hensley, Lynne Dison Board Members Absent: Ed O’Rourke, Secretary, Dr. Ronald Swain, Conchita Gusman, Josh McClure Staff Present: Mark Thomas, George Gomez, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the May 20, 2004, meeting. Commissioner Nayman suggested that Item K should not contain names of Commissioners absent from the meeting even though they were listed on the agenda. MOTION Heidemann, seconded Crawford to accept minutes with change in item K (unanimously approved). C.Comments from the Chair. Chair Smith reported on his actions in regard to the ethics ordinance including conversations with the Mayor and attendance at last week’s council meeting. He believes most of the questions and concerns voiced by the commission at our May meeting where addressed by Council. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – none. F.Discussion and possible action on 4A sales tax – Mark Thomas Mark reported on the recent 4A sales tax training seminal he attended. Mark has talked with many of our council members about the possibility of a 4A corporation in Georgetown. He believes they are ready to have serious discussions and possibly bring a 4A item to the voters by November. Mark will make a presentation to City Council on July 13 and prepare council to vote on the issue. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark introduced George Gomez who has just begun working with the department as Economic Development Program Specialist. Mark reported on his attendance with the Greater Austin Chamber and the State economic development department at the BIO Tech conference in San Francisco. Many contacts were made including two prospects. Mark reported on his recent marketing trip as part of the Austin regional partnership to Tier 2 suppliers in Indiana and Kentucky. With three other ED professionals from the region, he visited six Tier 2 suppliers and the Toyota plant in Georgetown, KY. Mark reported on the retention/expansion program now underway by the Georgetown Chamber and the City’s ED department. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports Airport noise study & master plan – Commissioner Heidemann reported that there has been no activity. A technical meeting is to be scheduled. Main Street Board – Mark Thomas reported on the branding program and search for an advertising/marketing company to develop a brand for the City. Williamson County Sports Complex – Commissioner Crawford reported on the projects progress. J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn – 8:10 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, April 15, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, April 15, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Henry Carr, Dr. Ronald Swain, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Call to Order at 06:30 PM Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the March 24, 2004, meeting. C.Comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding Williamson County Sports Complex – Russ Peterman, Tom Crawford G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, April 15, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , April 15, 2004. Board Members Present: Rick Smith, Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley Board Members Absent: Josh McClure Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the March 24, 2004, meeting. MOTION Carr, seconded Crawford (unanimously approved) C.Comments from the Chair. Chair Smith thanked the Commission for their support and the work they have done up to now. He went on to explain that he looks forward to working with the Commission as Chair and expects that this Commission will be successful in its work through subcommittees and liaisons. Further, Chair Smith hopes to keep the full Commission meetings focused and under 2 hours. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – Mark Thomas discussed a recent prospect’s site-selection “list” and described the ways in which Georgetown cannot compete for this and similar projects. E.Action from executive session – MOTION Carr, seconded Swain (unanimously approved) that the executive subcommittee discuss the issues Mark Thomas presented and craft a message to relay the issues to City Council. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding Williamson County Sports Complex – Russ Peterman, Tom Crawford No new information available. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Discussed participation with Opportunity Austin in following up on leads from the SAE conference. Provided information on the Biotech Center ground breaking. Reported on progress of search for ED Program Specialist. Reported on proposal activity. Reported on TEDC conference. H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports Retention subcommittee – survey form is complete, teams of 2 to 3 people organized by the Georgetown Chamber will begin visiting businesses Freeport subcommittee – on hold I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board GTEC – OTP final report now in circulation Regional Airport – “dead in the water” due to problems with potential locations (no community support), reassessing sites Airport Noise Study – study was approved by City Council this week Williamson County Sports Complex – upcoming information presentations to sports booster clubs J.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items K.Adjourn - Motion to adjourn 8:30 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission for their annual retreat City of Georgetown, Texas Saturday, February 28, 2004 The Economic Development Commission for their annual retreat will meet on Saturday, February 28, 2004 at 08:00 AM in the Conference room at Monica's 701, 701 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission for their annual retreat Members: Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Call to Order at 08:00 AM A.Introduction – Chair Swain B.Director’s review of economic development efforts in Georgetown – Mark Thomas C.Discussion and possible action regarding the EDC strategic planning process D.Discussion and possible action regarding the EDC Mission, Values, and Objectives E.Discussion and possible action regarding EDC areas of focus for the next five years F.Discussion and possible action regarding meeting dates, subcommittees, tasks, and projects G.Summary H.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission for their annual retreat City of Georgetown, Texas Saturday, February 28, 2004 The Economic Development Commission for their annual retreat of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Saturday , February 28, 2004. Board Members Present: Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Board Members Absent: Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Paul Brandenburg, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting There being a quorum present, the meeting was called to order at 8:05 a.m. Chair Carr and ED Director, Mark Thomas, introduced the agenda and the process to be followed during the retreat. Mark Thomas commended the Commission’s efforts during the TASUS project. Mark Thomas reviewed the Economic Development Action Plan and explained his department’s progress in following the plan. Many goals of the plan have been accomplished. Thomas then introduced the meeting facilitator, Mike Tolleson from LCRA, who assumed leadership for the strategy portion of the meeting. The results of the Commission’s strategy discussion are outlined on the attached pages. The meeting adjourned at 12:00 noon. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Wednesday, March 24, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Call to Order at 06:30 PM A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the February 19, 2004, meeting. C.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the February 28, 2004, retreat. D.Comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Discussion and possible action on summary report of the EDC retreat – Mark Thomas, Henry Carr H.Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr I.Discussion and possible action regarding the formation of an executive subcommittee – Henry Carr J.Discussion and possible action on objectives for Japanese cultural awareness – Mark Thomas K.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports L.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board M.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items N.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Wednesday, March 24, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Wednesday , March 24, 2004. Board Members Present: Henry Carr, Dr. Ronald Swain, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley Board Members Absent: Joshua McClure Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order A quorum of 10 members being present, the meeting was called to order by Chair Carr at 6:30 PM. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the February 19, 2004, meeting. MOTION by Crawford and second by Nayman the minutes were unanimously approved. C.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the February 28, 2004, retreat. MOTION by Swain and second by Smith the minutes were unanimously approved. D.Comments from the Chair. Chair Carr explained that he will have to resign from the Commission before he takes his seat as a council member. This will happen sometime in the next 60 days. Chair Carr went on to explain the process to replace him on the Commission. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no exec. Session E.Action from executive session – no action taken F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Director Mark Thomas reported on the success of the TASUS Groundbreaking and extensive publicity achieved by the hiring of GX Creative Communications to leverage this event. The event and publicity was highly successful and the Commission wants thanks and congratulations extended to Mel Pendland at the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and to Susan Davenport of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce. The Commission also expressed its thanks and appreciation to Thomas and Tina Dunbar for their extensive work on this event. Mark Thomas presented the department’s recent activity including the posting of the department’s open marketing position. He reported on his participation at the Society of Automotive Engineering show in Detroit. Good contact was made with more automotive suppliers. The department’s Retention strategy is being implemented with a plan and staffing by Chamber of Commerce resources and Commission members. Thomas explained the department’s program to work with area real estate brokers beginning with the “roundtable” meeting held this week. During the reporting period there was one site visit and 5 proposals generated. Twenty (20) prospects received initial information proposals. A Biotech Commercialization Center concept is being explored. Tier 2 automotive suppliers have gone dormant all across central Texas at this time. This is probably normal. G.Discussion and possible action on summary report of the EDC retreat – Mark Thomas, Henry Carr Director Thomas reported that action items resulting from the Commission’s Retreat of February 28, 2004 all seem to point to interaction with the City Council. The first step in this list of actions is to appoint an “Executive Subcommittee” as permitted by the Commission’s bylaws. Chair Carr reported that he was prepared to act on that recommendation at this commission meeting. H.Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr The schedule for future regular Commission meetings was discussed and a MOTION by Smith, seconded by Boecker was made to maintain the existing schedule of the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM. The motion was passed unanimously. I.Discussion and possible action regarding the formation of an executive subcommittee – Henry Carr Chair Carr and Director Thomas discussed the recommendation of the Commission’s Retreat actions to form an Executive Subcommittee. Carr suggested a five-person subcommittee consisting of the three officers plus two additional members, allowing for one of the two to be a former Chair if that person was still serving. The two additional members would be replaced on a rotating basis. Carr suggested Carr, Smith, McClure, Swain and Crawford be elected to serve on the subcommittee. MOTION was made by Smith, seconded by Pondrom to create Executive Subcommittee with suggested members - approved unanimously. J.Discussion and possible action on objectives for Japanese cultural awareness – Mark Thomas This topic was discussed and no formal action was taken on any objective. The suggestion was made that the most important aspect of this topic is for the Commission to be aware of this aspect of interactions with a prospect from any culture different from Georgetown’s culture. K.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports Mark Thomas gave the Freeport Subcommittee report. Progress is being made on this topic. L.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board Carr reported on the GTEC projects and the Commission made the suggestion that a publicity effort is needed by someone from the City to keep citizens informed about the plans/status of external road improvements associated with the Wolf Ranch project. O’Rourke reported on the continuation of planning for a Regional Airport. Heidemann reported on the continuation of the airport noise study. There was no report about Main Street Board activity. Carr reported on the formation by the city manager of the “Downtown Alliance”, an umbrella organization of representatives from all organizations interested in Downtown improvements. Rick Smith is the Commission’s representative on that organization which will first meeting on March 31. Crawford reported on recent activity of the group promoting the Sports Complex. M.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items Smith requested that the Sports Complex project be discussed at a future meeting. Pondrom requested that the status/ideas for expansion of Liquor by the drink be discussed at a future meeting. N.Adjourn – 8:40 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, January 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, January 19, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson conference room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Dr. Ronald Swain-Chair, Henry Carr-Vice Chair, Russ Peterman - Secretary, Ralph Nayman, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Henry Boecker, Josh McClure Tom Crawford, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke Call to Order at 06:30 PM AGENDA Open Session A.Call to order. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the December 18, 2003, meeting. C.Comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas G.Discussion and possible action regarding Commission retreat H.Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports J.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Russ Peterman, GISD; Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board K.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items L.Adjourn Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, January 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , January 19, 2004. Board Members Present: Dr. Ronald Swain-Chair, Henry Carr-Vice Chair, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker Board Members Absent: Russ Peterman – Secretary, Josh McClure Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Tina Dunbar Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the December 18, 2003, meeting. Minutes unanimously approved (MOTION by Pondrom, seconded by Carr) C.Comments from the Chair. Chair Swain reminded the Commission that some member’s terms are approaching an end. In February, the Mayor and Council will appoint or re-appoint members to those expiring memberships. Chair Swain plans to present a year-end Commission report to City Council at the next possible Council meeting. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – no action taken. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Mark Thomas reported on the progress of TASUS’s building process. The City Manager is serious about ensuring that the process goes smoothly and has met with City leaders on the subject. The City Manager has also agreed that it is best to postpone hiring a marketing person for the department until further review. Mr. Thomas update the Commission on efforts to highlight the TASUS announcement including hiring a PR firm. G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding the Commission retreat. Carr read the draft agenda item by item and stressed that Commissioners should read all relative documents to be ready for discussions at the retreat. The Commissioners should receive the documents by email in the coming week. Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr It will be hard for some Commissioners to attend the meetings at the current date and time. The Commission agreed that the date should be changed. The By-laws state that a change must be voted on by the Commission and then City Council. Chair Swain suggested that the Commission change the By-laws to read that the meeting date and time can be change by a majority vote of the Commission. (MOTION Carr, second Smith to amend the By-laws to allow the Commission with a majority vote to establish a date and time for Commission meetings). H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports O’Rourke reported on the progress of the TDOT Regional Airport. Carr reported on recent activities of the GTEC Board and legislative changes to 4a/4b. Heidemann reported on the Georgetown Airport noise study. I.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports Crawford reported that the Freeport Subcommittee had received a list of business and tax paid from the County. The list is not significant. J.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Russ Peterman, GISD; Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board Carr reported that GTEC expects draft report at next meeting; O’Rourke reported that TXDOT has completed the site selection survey; Heidemann reported no activity K.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items. The next meeting will be the retreat which is scheduled for Saturday, February 13, 2004 at 8:00 a.m. L.Adjourn – 7:50 p.m. Notice of Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, February 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission will meet on Thursday, February 19, 2004 at 06:30 PM in the Williamson Conference Room at the Georgetown Municipal Complex located at 300 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626 If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance. Economic Development Commission Members: Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Call to Order at 06:30 PM B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the January 15, 2004, meeting. C.Comments from the Chair. Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below may be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session that follows. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Discussion of commercial or financial information that the City has received from a business prospect that seeks to locate, stay, or expand in or near the City, and to deliberate any offers of financial or other incentives to the business prospect. Open Session E.Action from executive session F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding City finance report – Micki Rundell G.Election of Officers – Chair, Henry Carr H.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas I.Discussion and possible action regarding Commission retreat J.Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr K.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports L.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Russ Peterman, GISD; Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board M.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items Certificate of Posting I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2004, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. __________________________________ Sandra Lee, City Secretary Minutes of the Meeting of the Economic Development Commission City of Georgetown, Texas Thursday, February 19, 2004 The Economic Development Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , February 19, 2004. Board Members Present: Dr. Ronald Swain, Henry Carr, Joe Pondrom, Kathy Heidemann, Rick Smith, Ed O’Rourke, Tom Crawford, Ralph Nayman, Henry Boecker, Jim Hensley, Joshua McClure Board Members Absent: Staff Present: Mark Thomas, Tina Dunbar, Micki Rundell, Laurie Brewer Minutes Regular Meeting A.Call to order - A quorum being present the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B.Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the January 15, 2004, meeting. Minutes from Jan 15th approved unanimously (Hensley cannot vote until March meeting) C.Comments from the Chair. Henry Carr: Review of 2003, including highlights of the year and thank you to outgoing Chair Swain for contributions. Jim Hensley was introduced as the new member for 2004. D.Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development – no executive session. E.Action from executive session – no action taken. F.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding City finance report – Micki Rundell -Going to be surveying board members and the public -Top 5 issues facing Georgetown in the next 5 years (sustainable funding for ED, transportation infrastructure, development and maintenance of downtown, developing the will of the citizens to do the things necessary to deal with growth, communication) G.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding staff report – Mark Thomas Staff Report from Mark Thomas -TASUS follow-up and ground breaking on March 18th. -Newspapers (national, regional, local) to be contacted for appropriate coverage. -Retention/expansion strategy to be implemented with the Georgetown Chamber. -Working with Chamber for survey and visits -The department is working on 12 active prospects -Met with LCRA site selector. -Other tier 1 and tier 2 Toyota suppliers are looking at this time. -Several large tier 1 Toyota Suppliers are going to announce in San Antonio -Triple Freeport exemption could help us get large companies who hold large amounts of inventory -Kathy requested that Mark look into why the TX ED web site doesn’t have the TASUS acquisition on their web site -Tax reinvestment zones (infrastructure and land development financing) H.Discussion and possible action regarding Commission retreat -Reschedule for Feb 28th, 8am, Monica’s 701 Election of officers (MOTION by Crawford, second by Smith) -Vice Chair: Rick Smith (unanimous) Hensley cannot vote until March meeting -Secretary: Joshua McClure (unanimous) Hensley cannot vote until March meeting I.Discussion and possible action regarding schedule of 2004 regular Commission meetings – Henry Carr -Bylaws have been modified with Council approval to allow EDC to amend meeting date/time. -Motion to reschedule our regular meeting time to Third Wednesday at 6:30pm made and withdrawn. -March meeting will be 4th Wed. in March with agenda item to reschedule all recurring meetings J.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding subcommittee reports No reports K.Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding liaison reports – Russ Peterman, GISD; Henry Carr, GTEC; Ed O’Rourke, Regional Airport; Kathy Heidemann, airport noise study; Josh McClure, Main Street Board Tom Crawford the new GISD rep/delegate -GISD, city and county signed contract with two consultants to help plan the sports complex in 8-10 weeks Ed: regional airport -Just entered masterplan phase -Site is probably near Taylor but not identified yet Kathy: Airport noise study is being finalized by the contractor…mostly a done deal L.Discussion and possible action regarding future meeting dates and agenda items M.Adjourn - Motion to adjourn 7:59pm