Thanks to forward-thinking community leaders, the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation has been able to serve the community’s business, and quality of life needs for citizens for more than 20 years.
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Van Alstyne CDC in the News
Television station KXII Channel 12 did a fantastic piece on Van Alstyne’s business community. Reporter Anthony Miller interviewed VACDC Director Rodney Williams and two local business owners in reporting the growth that’s happening within the business community.
http://www.kxii.com/content/news/New-businesses-coming-to-Van-Alstyne-468776993.html
CDC Possible Quorum Notice 9/25/17
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Open in new tab Van Alstyne Welcomes television and film production
Van Alstyne is ready for film, television, and video game projects of all sizes!
The city has a film ordinance in place, and locations have been photographed for the Texas Film Commission’s internal database. And, more locations continue to be added!
Our scenic countryside, homes, and churches both grand and humble have something to offer to almost every crew.
For more information, please contact the CDC.
Forced Performance Relocates to Van Alstyne!
After beginning the process of moving his manufacturing business to Van Alstyne late last year, and having met with unforeseen obstacles in obtaining his Certificate of Occupancy at another location earlier this year, Forced Performance owner Robert Young said everything is now in place and he’s excited to be opening at the new location, 601 Martin Duke Road in Van Alstyne. Young said he plans to have the business completely up and running in January.
On Friday members of the Van Alstyne Economic Development Corporation met with Young to present him with an incentive check to be used for capital investment and job creation in Van Alstyne.
Forced Performance has been in McKinney since it’s beginnings in 1999. Young said that with the purchase of his 15,000 square foot building, he’ll be nearly tripling his usable workspace, which means, naturally, he can expand the business.
Forced Performance manufactures turbo chargers for sports cars, primarily those used for drag racing, Young said. The chargers range in units of power from 400 hp to 2,500 hp, and he has customers from countries around the world, he said.
Young commented on how happy he is with the ease of obtaining his Certificate of Occupancy and with the help that Van Alstyne EDC has given him.
“I am happy with the (city’s) website and for the improvements in completing the inspection,” he said. “There is a now a checklist on the website and that makes it easier to comply (with city requirements). My only desire is to comply. How happy I am about the way they (the city) have streamlined the process.”
That streamlined process, as Young described it, has happened since that City Council meeting where Young was denied the permission to move into his original location of choice. The guidelines, questionnaire, and application for a CO are on the city’s website, CityofVanAlstyne.us and under the “Business” portion of the website.
The building that will house Forced Performance was previously owned by Larry Nickell and, in the more recent past, has housed a fire engine repair shop and a U-Haul rental facility. Young smiled when he said that, since he’s owned the building, he’s had people drop off a couple of U-Haul trailers on the property, not realizing it is no longer used for that purpose. He purchased it knowing that it needs some repairs and upgrades, such as water leaks and vent problems.
“But mainly, it needs freshening up — I’ll paint the office space and add carpet and furniture,” he said.
It’s the additional space he’s the most excited about. Young said that he began searching about a year and a half ago, because “everything was stacking up vertical in the 6,500 square foot property” he’s been using since he established the building.
“There was just no more room there,” he said.
He began looking in both Anna and Van Alstyne, and commented that “Van Alstyne has been more friendly and more helpful. It’s been a great experience with EDC’s (Director) Jodi Carr, she’s knowledgeable and helpful, answering our questions and helping us get things done. Anna had offered us an incentive package to move there, but Van Alstyne matched that and seems excited about having us move here.”
Young lives in Weston, and his general manager Ryan Woodward, has moved to Van Alstyne.
“We like the small-town feel of Van Alstyne,” Young said.
Young and Woodward expect that most of their current staff will stick with the company, but as business increases, they will hire more people.
For more on this newest manufacturing business to Van Alstyne, visit forcedperformance.shop
The Economic Development Corporation proudly welcomes La Core Enterprises to Van Alstyne!
We would like to give a big Van Alstyne Welcome to our newest industry, La Core Enterprises!
La Core will be located in the Cold Springs Industrial Park and when fully operational will employ nearly 200! Stay tuned for more details on this exciting new industry.
Possible Quorum Notice 4-18-17
CITY OF VAN ALSTYNE
NOTICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION QUORUM
Van Alstyne Community Center
262 N Preston Ave.
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
6:00 P.M.
OPEN MEETING.
Notice is hereby given that a quorum of the Community Development Corporation of Van Alstyne, Texas may be in attendance at the Meet the Candidates Forum on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at the Van Alstyne Community Center at which time City business/issues will be discussed, but no action will be taken. The specific topics to be discussed will be generally determined by the Chamber of Commerce and audience members.
I certify that this agenda was posted on the Community Development Corporation website and the VACDC door at 228 E Marshall.
Signature: ___________________________________
Jan Walker, Van Alstyne Community Development Corp, Posted April 18, 2017
VAEDC Meeting – Agenda for 12 19 2014
2014-12-15
VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Friday, December 19, 2014
9:00 a.m.
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
A QUORUM OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRESENT. NO ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL WILL BE TAKEN AT THIS MEETING.
1. Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s)
2. Discuss/Action: Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
3. Discuss/Action: Treasurer’s Report
4. Recess into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code for deliberation regarding: Section 551.072, Real Property:
a. Deliberate the purchase, lease and value of real property located at Industrial Park
5. Discuss/Action: Real Property located at Industrial Park
6. Discuss/Action: Repairs and maintenance at Industrial Park
7. Update – VAEDC Website
8. Update – TCOG Maps
9. Update – Palladium
10.Discuss/Action: Terms of Current Board Members and Election of board officers
11.Discuss/Action: Changing Date and Time of Monthly VAEDC Board Meeting
12. Upcoming Training & Seminars
13. Report regarding “Texas Women in Economic Development” Conference
14. Update on SWOT Analysis Workshop
15.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager
16. Adjourn:ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Coordinator for the Economic Development, Van Alstyne, Texas do hereby certify that notice of this meeting was posted on the VAEDC door at 228 E Marshall and the VAEDC Website at http://vanalstyneedc.com/ prior to the 72 hour posting notice requirement by law.
Kanita Larkins, Van Alstyne Economic Development Corp, Administrative Coordinator; Posted December 15, 2014 @ 9:40 a.m.
Registered Agent Kanita Larkins
Physical Location 228 E. Marshall, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1952, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
- The VAEDC may vote and/or act upon each of the items listed on this agenda.
- THE BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RETIRE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION CONCERNING ANY OF THE ITEMS ON THIS AGENDA, WHENEVER IT IS CONSIDERED NECESSARY AND LEGALLY JUSTIFIED UNDER THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT SECTION:551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY551.071 CONSULTATIONS WITH ATTORNEY
- 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS
- 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS
- Person with a disability who want to attend this meeting and may need assistance should contact Kanita Larkins at (903) 482-9587 two working days prior to the meeting to make appropriate arrangements.
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VAEDC Meeting – Agenda for 11 21 2014 – CANCELLED NO QUORUM
2014-11-19
CANCELLED – NO QUORUM
VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Friday, November 21, 2014
9:00 a.m.
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
A QUORUM OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRESENT. NO ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL WILL BE TAKEN AT THIS MEETING.
- Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s)
- Discuss/Action: Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
- Discuss/Action: Treasurer’s Report
- Recess into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code for deliberation regarding: Section 551.072, Real Property:
a. Deliberate the purchase, lease and value of real property located at Industrial Park
- Discuss/Action: Real Property located at Industrial Park
- Discuss/Action: Repairs and maintenance at Industrial Park
- Update – VAEDC Website
- Update – TCOG Maps
- Update – Palladium
- Discuss/Action: Election of board officers
- Discuss/Action: Changing Date and Time of Monthly VAEDC Board Meeting
- Upcoming Training & Seminars
- Report regarding “Texas Women in Economic Development” Conference
- Update on SWOT Analysis Workshop
- Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager
- Adjourn:
ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Coordinator for the Economic Development, Van Alstyne, Texas do hereby certify that notice of this meeting was posted on the VAEDC door at 228 E Marshall and the VAEDC Website at www.vaedcedc.com prior to the 72 hour posting notice requirement by law.
Kanita Larkins, Van Alstyne Economic Development Corp, Administrative Coordinator; Posted November 17, 2014 @ 4:15 p.m.
Registered Agent Kanita Larkins
Physical Location 228 E. Marshall, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1952, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
- The VAEDC may vote and/or act upon each of the items listed on this agenda.
- THE BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RETIRE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION CONCERNING ANY OF THE ITEMS ON THIS AGENDA, WHENEVER IT IS CONSIDERED NECESSARY AND LEGALLY JUSTIFIED UNDER THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT SECTION:
- 551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY551.071 CONSULTATIONS WITH ATTORNEY
- 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS
- 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS
- Person with a disability who want to attend this meeting and may need assistance should contact Kanita Larkins at (903) 482-9587 two working days prior to the meeting to make appropriate arrangements.
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VAEDC Meeting – Agenda for 10 24 2014
2014-10-22
VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Friday, October 24, 2014
9:00 a.m.
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
A QUORUM OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRESENT. NO ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL WILL BE TAKEN AT THIS MEETING.
1.Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s)
2.Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
3.Treasurer’s Report
4.Discuss/Action: Update regarding maintenance and future plans for Industrial Park
5.Update on Palladium
6. Retire in Texas
7.Upcoming Training & Seminars
8.Update on SWOT Analysis Workshop
9.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager
10.Adjourn:
ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Coordinator for the Economic Development, Van Alstyne, Texas do hereby certify that notice of this meeting was posted on the VAEDC door at 228 E Marshall and the VAEDC Website at www.vaedcedc.com prior to the 72 hour posting notice requirement by law.
Kanita Larkins, Van Alstyne Economic Development Corp, Administrative Coordinator; Posted October 21, 2014 @ 9:00 a.m.
Registered AgentKanita Larkins
Physical Location228 E. Marshall, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1952, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
1. The VAEDC may vote and/or act upon each of the items listed on this agenda.
2.THE BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RETIRE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION CONCERNING ANY OF THE ITEMS ON THIS AGENDA, WHENEVER IT IS CONSIDERED NECESSARY AND LEGALLY JUSTIFIED UNDER THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT SECTION:
551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS
551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY
551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS
551.071 CONSULTATIONS WITH ATTORNEY
3.Person with a disability who want to attend this meeting and may need assistance should contact Kanita Larkins at (903) 482-9587 two working days prior to the meeting to make appropriate arrangements.
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