VADev

2014-07-21

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
Friday, May 23, 2014

1.Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s): Called to order at 9:18 a.m.
Present: Art Atteberry; Kaaren Teuber; Timmerle Kelly; Nick Williams; City Manager Frank Baker; and Kanita Larkins
Absent: Nick Williams
Guest(s): Gill Jones/Kinsman Realty Advisors of Plano

2.Presentation by Gil Jones with Kinsman Realty Advisors of Plano: Gil Jones with Kinsman Realty Advisors answered questions of the board members in regards to purchasing additional industrial property. He suggested that an option to buy instead of buying out right might be a better alternative for the Van Alstyne Economic Development Corporation. He also discussed services he could provide to the board when marketing at events such as the International Council of Shopping Centers at Dallas, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada. He will forward information for the cost fo these services to include brochures and other tools.

3.Minutes of Previous Meetings: The minutes for the April 25, 2014 Regular Meeting were reviewed by the board members. Timmerle Kelly made a motion to accept the minutes. Art Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried.

4.Treasurer’s Report: The balance sheet and profit and loss for the month of April 2014 were reviewed by the board. Timmerle Kelly made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Nathan Petri seconded the motion. Motion carried.

5.Consider and take action regarding signage on EDC/CDC Office Windows & Updates to the Office: Kanita Larkins reports that the contents of the signage on the front windows previously discussed by the board are being changed by a tenant of the office without authorization. Additionally, she has had to instruct a tenant that updates to the office to include painting the front office would have to go before the EDC and CDC boards for authorization. Kanita Larkins believes that the matter has been resolved.

6.Consider and take action regarding maintenance and future plans for Industrial Park: Kanita Larkins reports that the rail spur loan will be paid in next year (2015) in July. The current balance is approximately $30,000.00. Art Atteberry has observed that it appears that some repairs need to be made at the rail spur site. He also informed the board that the brick entrance sign is in need of repair.

7.Update on Palladium and Retire in Texas: Kanita Larkins reports that she has been advised by Palladium representative Mary Henderson that it will probably be the end of July 2014 before a decision has been reached as concerns Palladium coming to Van Alstyne. Kanita Larkins also informed the board that Mayor Salmon is working on a welcome letter to send to persons wanting more information about certified Retire in Texas communities. There are approximately 300 inquiries.

8.Upcoming Training & Seminars: Kanita Larkins requested that any board member wanting to attend the Texas Rural Challenge (Waco, June 19-20, 2014) would need to let her know by next week. After next week the registration fee will go up approximately $75.00. Timmerle Kelly is planning to attend.

9.Report by Timmerle Kelly & Kaaren Teuber regarding Sales Tax Workshop in Mesquite, Texas: Timmerle Kelly and Kaaren Teuber recently attended the TEDC Sales Tax Workshop. Timmerle shared some of the information she learned to include the following: determine what other cities are doing; be creative and unique; come up with a strategic plan—focus on policy strategies; work on improvement; work with Planning & Zoning board. She also was provided with ideas for our downtown: Stay with our look; repurpose building and keep the town’s memories; recommend to business owner shifting hours for downtown shopping—remain open at a time that citizens commuting out of town for their jobs can shop when they get home.

10.Report by Timmerle Kelly regarding ETJ: Timmerle Kelly spent an afternoon driving around the border of the Van Alstyne ETJ. She was amazed at the number of the high end homes that she saw outside the City limits. She shared her excitement of the potential growth that can come to Van Alstyne as a result of our expansive ETJ.

11.Report by Kanita Larkins regarding meeting with her mentor Roger Feagley/Executive Director of Sulphur Springs: Kanita Larkins visited with her TEDC appointed mentor Roger Feagley on May 20th. She was advised that workforce can be one of the biggest challenges of an EDC. He provided her with a tour of the numerous industrial sites.

12.Update on SWOT (Strength-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) Analysis Workshop: Kanita Larkins reports that President Art Atteberry, with her assisting, will lead the workshop which will be scheduled for some time in June 2014.

13.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager: City Manager Frank Baker discussed some of his observations regarding retail consulting firms. He reported that some of the railroad crossings were going to be closed due to some safety concerns and that the speed limit of the train coming through Van Alstyne would be increasing. He informed the board members that Golden Chick was scheduled to open in June and that a new business would be coming soon.

14.Adjourn: A motion was made to adjourn by Nick Williams. Kaaren Teuber seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:33 a.m. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 27, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

Minutes respectfully taken by Kanita Larkins 05/23/2014

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2014-05-20

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Friday, May 23, 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.Presentation by Gill Jones with Kinsman Realty Advisors of Plano

3.Minutes of Previous Meeting

4.Treasurer’s Report

5.Consider and take action regarding signage on EDC/CDC Office Windows & Updates to the Office

6.Consider and take action regarding maintenance and future plans for Industrial Park

7.Update on Palladium and Retire in Texas

8.Upcoming Training & Seminars; Texas Rural Challenge (Waco, June 19-20, 2014)

9.Report by Timmerle Kelly & Kaaren Teuber regarding Sales Tax Workshop in Mesquite, Texas on Friday, May 16, 2014.

10.Report by Timmerle Kelly regarding ETJ

11.Report by Kanita Larkins regarding meeting with mentor Roger Feagley/Executive Director of Sulphur Springs EDC

12.Update on SWOT Analysis Workshop

13.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager

14.Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Assistant 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 Assist. Posted May 20, 2014 @ 8:15 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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2014-04-25

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Friday, April 25, 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.Presentation by Retail Coach – Aaron Farmer

3.Minutes of Previous Meeting

4.Discussion and give direction to staff regarding preparation of minutes

5.Treasurer’s Report

6.Discussion and give direction to staff regarding Logo

7.Update on Palladium

8.Update on Retire in Texas

9.Upcoming Training & Seminars

10.“TML Small Cities Problem Solving” workshop on Friday, April 4th – report by Timmerle Kelly and Kaaren Teuber

11.Update on SWOT Analysis Workshop

12.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager

13.Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Assistant 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 Assist. Posted April 22, 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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2014-07-21

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
Friday, March 28, 2014

1.Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s): Called to order at 9:00 a.m.
Present: Art Atteberry; Nathan Petri; Kaaren Teuber; Mayor Teddie Ann Salmon; City Manager Frank Baker; and Kanita Larkins
Absent: Timmerle Kelly; Nick Williams
Guest(s): Lisa Hill-McCay and Cody Howell/Buxton; Laura Dapkus/Sheep Boutique; Mark Steele & Marion Moore/M Square Design.

2.Presentation by Buxton – Lisa Hill-McCay & Cody Howell: Lisa Hill-McCay made a presentation to the board members regarding the services provided by Buxton, a retail consulting firm. Buxton is a customer analytics firm that helps organizations identify who their customers are, where those customers are located, and the value those customers have to the organization. Buxton has the support and staff to assist with execution strategy to ensure success. In addition to their support and staff, Buxton also provides access to SCOUT, a new website tool that helps provide insights for retail within a given geography. Buxton also allows their clients to utilize its booth space at deal making events. Buxton will tailor its final report and presentation to proposed retailers and sit in on meetings with retailers if needed. They currently represent Anna; however, there would not be a conflict should the VAEDC board decide to use Buxton’s services. Buxton does not broker deals. The cost for a year is approximately $50,000 and that includes the SCOUT subscription.

3.Presentation regarding logo – Laura Dapkus/Sheep Boutique, Mark Steele and Marion Moore/M Square Design: A presentation was provided to the board members regarding a proposed new logo for Van Alstyne. The logo currently being used by the City, VAEDC and VACDC is approximately twenty plus years. The Van Alstyne Chamber of Commerce has recently changed its logo which was designed by M Square Design and it was hoped that all of the organizations in the City could be consistent with the Chamber. Ms. Moore explained to the board members the logo selected by the Chamber has two colors: the color blue (school color); and the second is gold. Blue would be the consistent color used by all other organizations and the second color would be a color of the organization’s choice.
Some of the concerns expressed were: this was a something that City Council would need to review and decide for the City; and the cost involved in changing logos on business cards, stationery, vehicles, signs, etc. It was recommended that this matter be presented to the Van Alstyne Community Development at their next board meeting. Other organizations should be considered as well and a committee should be created to discuss the proposed logo. Although the school district decides on its own logo, there should be some consistency. If after discussion the various organizations are in agreement to change the logo, it is to be presented to City Council for their decision. If accepted, the logo would be phased in gradually.
4.Minutes of Previous Meetings: The minutes for the February 2014 Regular Meeting were reviewed by the board. Kaaren Teuber made a motion to accept the minutes. Nathan Petri seconded the motion. Motion carried.

5.Treasurer’s Report: The balance sheet and profit and loss for the month of February 2014 were reviewed by the board. Nathan Petri made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Arthur Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried.

6.Up and Above Video: Kanita Larkins reported to the board members about the presentation by Troy Gelsky of Up and Above Video to the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation as was requested by VAEDC board member and secretary, Nick Williams. Mr. Gelsky provided the VACDC board members with a demonstration of their UAV (unmanned aerial vehicles) equipment that is used to make videos. Because the UAV is much smaller and safer than airplanes and helicopters, it allows them to get to places that most aerial photographer could never go. Mr. Gelsky explained that they could shoot a video for VACDC and VAEDC and other businesses, the Chamber of Commerce and the schools who wish to use of the video could share in the cost of making the video. Mr. Gelsky estimated the cost to be approximately $5,000.00. Board member Kaaren Teuber expressed her concern that Up and Above Video was not a local business and that we should support our local businesses.

7.Palladium: Kanita Larkins reports that Palladium representative Mary Henderson has received the combined letter of support from VAEDC & VACDC presidents, Arthur Atteberry and Andrew Sikes which Ms. Henderson will forward as part of the application process with Texas Department of Housing and Communities Affairs. Ms. Henderson has not received a letter of support from State Representative Larry Phillips. Kanita Larkins was instructed by the board to contact him after the meeting as today is the deadline to submit the letter. Mayor Teddie Ann Salmon reports that it will be six (6) weeks before a decision will be made by the Texas Department of Housing.

8.Retire in Texas: Kanita Larkins reports that she has been provided a list of retired persons from the Texas Department of Agriculture who are interested in retirement communities. She has visited with the Mayor about preparing a letter about Van Alstyne that will be signed by the Mayor to send to the interested parties. Additionally, Kanita Larkins was one of the first responders to an email from regarding a free full-page ad in the Houston Magazine, Senior Resource Guide. She is currently working with their ad designer in preparing the advertisement page. She will provide a copy of the ad for the board’s review.

9.Upcoming Training & Seminars: Kanita Larkins reminded the board members of upcoming TEDC (Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop (Richardson, May 16, 2014), Texas Rural Challenge (Waco, June 19-20, 2014), Texas Women in Economic Development Conference (Dallas, November 18-19, 2014). Kaaren Teuber advised Kanita Larkins to sign her up for Sales Tax Workshop in May as she is available to attend. Kanita Larkins will continue to inform and remind the board of upcoming training and seminars. City Manager Frank Baker also informed the board members that the City of Whitewright was hosting a seminar “TML Small Cities’ Problem Solving” on Friday, April 4, 2014.

10.Building Use & Key Agreement: The board members were provided copies of the Chamber of Commerce Building Use Agreement and Key Agreement. Kanita Larkins was instructed to add a revision to the Chamber of Commerce Building Use Agreement should include a phrase stating that the Chamber would make a good faith effort to review their budget annually (January) to determine if it could make payments towards the rent and utilities. As concerns the Key Agreement, Kanita Larkins was instructed to obtain three (3) copies of the key. In addition to executing the Key Agreement, a person requesting said key would be required to sign-out the key and sign-in the key within five (5) days.

11.SWOT (Strength-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) Analysis: Kanita Larkins reported she has talked to Dr. Spies, superintendent for the Van Alstyne ISD and he is interested in participating in the workshop. Dr. Kim Teel with Grayson College has a full calendar and will not be able to attend. David McGinnis with the Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) will assign someone to represent GCEC & GCEC Telecom. Arthur Atteberry will represent the Van Alstyne Economic Development Corporation and Kaaren Teuber will represent the City Council. Kanita Larkins will meet with the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation to determine if they wish to have a representative at the workshop.

12.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager: Mayor Teddie Ann Salmon instructed the board members that they should proceed with caution should it decide to use a retail consulting firm. She recommends that the board members instruct staff to contact other surrounding communities who are currently using a retail consulting firms to determine if they are pleased with the services provided and whether it was cost efficient.

13.Adjourn: A motion was made to adjourn by Nathan Petri. Art Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:41 a.m. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

Minutes respectfully taken by Kanita Larkins 03/28/2014

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2014-03-24

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

Friday, March 28, 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. Presentation by Buxton – Lisa Hill-McCay

3. Presentation regarding logo – Laura Dapkus

4. Minutes of Previous Meeting

5. Treasurer’s Report

6. Up Above Video – Nick Williams

7. Palladium

8. Retire in Texas

9. Upcoming Training & Seminars

10. Building Use & Key Agreement

11. SWOT Analysis

12. Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager

13. Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Assistant 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 Assist. Posted March 24, 2014 @ 5:00 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

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.

Kanita Larkins
Van Alstyne Economic &
Community Development Corporations
Administrative Assistant ~ Registered Agent
PO Box 1952
228 E Marshall
Van Alstyne, TX 75495

Office 903.482.9587
Cell 903.814-2746

vaedc@gcecisp.com

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2014-04-07

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
Friday, January 24, 2014

1.Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s): Called to order at 9:05 a.m.
Present: Art Atteberry; Timmerle Kelly; Kaaren Teuber; City Manager Frank Baker and Kanita Larkins; Nathan Petri arrived at 9:15 a.m.
Guest(s): Scott VonCannon

2.Presentation by Retail Strategies – Scott VonCannon: Mr. VonCannon explained that Retail Strategies is a retail consulting firm that offers market analysis, strategic planning, and retail recruitment services to municipalities and economic development authorities. Retail Strategies is able to identify through research and analysis, opportunities to recruit retail concepts that expand and improve the retail tax base in the client’s community. Their research will provide a current summary of retail analysis to include market trade areas by radius/drive-time and custom trade areas associated with Van Alstyne. They can also provide a gap analysis that measures leakage and a peer analysis that identifies similar cities across the region and United States.

3.Minutes of Previous Meetings: The minutes for the January 2014 Regular Meeting were reviewed by the board. Timmerle Kelly made a motion to accept the minutes. Arthur Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried.

4.Treasurer’s Report: The balance sheet and profit and loss for the month of January 2014 were reviewed by the board. Nathan Petri made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Kaaren Teuber seconded the motion. Motion carried.

5.Downtown Building Tour – Nick Williams: Board Secretary Nick Williams reported to the board members that he was in attendance for the Downtown Building Tour presented by realtor Debra Pettit on February 21, 2014. Those in attendance included other realtors and persons interested in buying property for their businesses. Nick stated that it was a good tour and that there was a lot of positive feedback.

6.Up and Above Video – Nick Williams: While attending the above-referenced tour, Nick Williams met Troy Gelsky with Up Above Video. As this board has talked about using a video of Van Alstyne in the past for advertising, Nick wanted to bring this to the board. Up and Above Video provides a different-type aerial videos with highly customized unmanned aerial vehicles similar to a drone. With this technology, they are able to get places that most photographer are unable to obtain, and for a reasonable price. Nick feels that this is something that the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation may want to share in the cost. Mr. Gelsky will be providing a demonstration to the board members of the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation on March 13, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. If possible and to prevent scheduling a second showing, EDC board members interested in the demonstration are encouraged to attend the CDC board meeting on March 13th.

7.Palladium: Kanita Larkins reports that she has assisted Palladium representative Mary Henderson with letters of support that is required in the application process with Texas Department of Housing and Communities Affairs. Ms. Henderson will keep the board advised of the developments.

8.Upcoming Training & Seminars: Kanita Larkins reminded the board members of upcoming TEDC (Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop (Richardson, May 16, 2014), Texas Rural Challenge (Waco, June 19-20, 2014), Texas Women in Economic Development Conference (Dallas, November 18-19, 2014). She will continue to inform and remind the board of upcoming training and seminars.

9.Lease and Building Use: The board members reviewed the lease agreement with Cheryl Snyder and Amelia Giles that is up for renewal for another three years. Some modifications noted were the late fee had increased from $25.00 to $35.00. Timmerle Kelly made a motion to accept the lease agreement. Nathan Petri seconded the motion. Motion carried. Kanita Larkins provided a draft of a Building Use Agreement for organizations currently using the building such as the Chamber of Commerce and Keep Van Alstyne Beautiful, as well as other organizations that use the conference room. Discussion regarding requesting that the Chamber of Commerce pay a portion of the rent each month. Kanita Larkins was instructed to contact other chambers of commerce in the area to determine whether they are required to pay rent. Additional discussion about procedure concerning keys for the building and how they are distributed. This matter will be tabled.

10.SWOT (Strength-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) Analysis: Kanita Larkins reported that she is still in the process of contacting representatives of organizations, i.e. school district, Grayson College, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative, to determine who is interested in attending a workshop to provide their thoughts and opinions. She will report at the next board meeting those interested in participating in a workshop.

11.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager: None.

12.Adjourn: A motion was made to adjourn by Timmerle Kelly. Art Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:55 a.m. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 28, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

Minutes respectfully taken by Kanita Larkins 02/28/2014

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2014-02-28

 VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

Friday, February 28, 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.      Presentation by Retail Strategies – Scott VonCannon

3.      Minutes of Previous Meeting

4.      Treasurer’s Report

5.      Downtown Building Tour – Nick Williams

6.      Up Above Video – Nick Williams

7.      Palladium

8.      Upcoming Training & Seminars

9.      Lease and Building Use Agreement

10.  SWOT Analysis

11.  Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager

12.  Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Assistant 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 Assist.  Posted February 25, 2014  @ 9:00 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

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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2014-02-28

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

CORPORATION MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING

228 E. Marshall

VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS

Friday, January 24, 2014

1.      Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s): Called to order at 9:15 a.m.

Present: Art Atteberry; Nathan Petri; Timmerle Kelly; Kaaren Teuber; City Manager Frank Baker and Kanita Larkins

Absent: Nicholas Williams

      Guest(s): None

2.      Minutes of Previous Meetings: The minutes for the December 2013 Regular Meeting were reviewed by the board. Kaaren Teuber made a motion to accept the minutes. Arthur Atteberry seconded the motion. Motion carried.   

3.      Treasurer’s Report: The balance sheet and profit and loss for the month of December 2013 were reviewed by the board. Nathan Petri made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Timmerle Kelly seconded the motion.  Motion carried.

 4.      Website: The new VAEDC website is up and running. The board members are very pleased with the website. A few typographical errors will need to be corrected as well as adding a more detailed explanation of what the VAEDC does.

5.      STAR Program with TEDC: Kanita Larkins reports that the Texas Economic Development Council launched its Documented Sites STAR (Sites That Are Ready) Program in November. This program is designed to verify sites that are fully-documented for construction to begin and have 25 contiguous, building acres. She has talked to Roger Feagley, a member of the committee, and was informed that this is solely for industrial/manufacturing Type A economic developmental sites and does not include commercial property. As VAEDC does not currently have 25 acres of available property at Industrial Park, VAEDC cannot participate but we should keep this in mind in the event additional property is added.

6.      Upcoming Training & Seminars:  Kanita Larkins informed the board members of upcoming TEDC (Texas Economic Development Council) to include Basic Economic Development Course “BEDC” (Dallas-March 4-7, 2014), Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop (Richardson, May 16, 2014), Texas Rural Challenge (Waco, June 19-20, 2014)Texas Women in Economic Development Conference (Dallas, November 18-19, 2014). None of the board members will be able to attend the BEDC. Kanita Larkins will email reminders to the board members to determine the seminars that each would like to attend. 

7.      2014/2015 Budget: This agenda item was mistakenly carried forward from last month’s agenda. There was nothing to discuss. 

8.      Building Use:  The board members discussed the use of the building by the other occupants (Van Alstyne Chamber of Commerce and Keep Van Alstyne Beautiful). This matter will be tabled until next month. Kanita Larkins was instructed to send a copy of a previous Building Use Agreement that was used in the past to each of the board members for their review. She was also instructed to begin a draft of one that includes the various items that are current issues with the occupants.

 9.      Retail Consulting Firms: The board discussed having various retail consulting firms (Retail Coach, Retail Strategies, Buxton) to provide information about their services. Kanita Larkins was instructed to contact the firms and arrange for presentations to the board members.

10.  SWOT Analysis: Kanita Larkins provided a draft of a SWOT (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) Analysis worksheet for the board members’ review.  She was instructed to schedule a daytime workshop for representatives of various organizations, i.e. Chamber, Van Alstyne ISD, Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation, Grayson College, etc., to meet and discuss.

 11.  Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager: City Manager Frank Baker discussed the most recent developments to include that Golden Chick has a sign up now where it plans to build and Sonic should be reopening this spring.

 12.  Adjourn:  A motion was made to adjourn by Timmerle Kelly. Nathan Petri seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:21 a.m. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

Minutes respectfully taken by Kanita Larkins           01/24/2014

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2015-01-20

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

Friday, January 23, 2015

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 Industrial Park

• Discuss/Action: Real Property located at Industrial Park

• Discuss/Action: Repairs and maintenance at Industrial Park

• Discuss/Action: CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Class

• Update – VAEDC Website

• Update-Audit 2013/2014

• Update – TCOG Maps

• Update – Palladium

• Discuss/Action: Board Vacancies; Election of board officers; and Time & Date of Board Meetings 

• 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 January 19, 2015, 5:05 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

1. 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS
2. 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS
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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2014-01-21

VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

Friday, January 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

3.      Treasurer’s Report

4.      Website

5.      STAR Program with TEDC

6.      Upcoming Training & Seminars

7.      2014/2015 Budget

8.      Building Use

9.      Retail Consulting Firms

10.  SWOT Analysis

11.  Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager

12.  Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Administrative Assistant 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 Assist.  Posted January 21, 2014  @ 9:00 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

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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