2014 EDC Agenda and Minutes — Archived

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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2014-01-07

Van Alstyne Economic Development Corporation

Agenda – Special Called Board Meeting

228 East Marshall

Thursday, January 9, 2014, 7:00 P.M.

A QUORUM OF THE 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-Recognition of Guests

2. 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 in downtown Van Alstyne.

3. Adjourn:

ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Economic Development-Administrative Assistant, Van Alstyne, Texas do hereby certify that notice of this meeting was posted on the VAEDC door at 228 E Marshall to comply with the 72 hour posting notice required by law.

Kanita Larkins, Van Alstyne Economic Development Corp, Posted January 6, 2014 @ 4:30 p.m.

1. The VACDC 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, WHEN EVER 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.

Registered Agent Kanita Larkins

Physical Location 228 E. Marshall, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495

Mailing Address P.O. Box 1952, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495

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2014-01-16

Van Alstyne Economic Development Corporation

Agenda – Special Called Board Meeting

228 East Marshall

 Monday, January 20, 7:00 p.m.

A QUORUM OF THE 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-Recognition of Guests

2.                  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 in downtown Van Alstyne.

 3.                              Consider and take any action necessary as a result of closed session.

 4.                              Adjourn:

 ATTEST: I, Kanita Larkins, Economic Development-Administrative Assistant, Van Alstyne, Texas do hereby certify that notice of this meeting was posted on the VAEDC door at 228 E Marshall to comply with the 72 hour posting notice required by law. 

Kanita Larkins, Van Alstyne Economic Development Corp, Posted January 16, 2014 @ 3:00 p.m.

 1.        The VACDC 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, WHEN EVER 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.

Registered Agent            Kanita Larkins

Physical Location             228 E. Marshall, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495

Mailing Address               P.O. Box 1952, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495

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