2014-09-02
VAN ALSTYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
228 E. Marshall
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
Friday, June 27, 2014
1.Call to Order & Introduction of Guest(s): Called to order at 9:06 a.m.
Present: Art Atteberry; Kaaren Teuber; Timmerle Kelly; Nick Williams; and Kanita Larkins
Absent: Nathan Petri
Guest(s): None.
2.Minutes of Previous Meeting: Kanita Larkins reports that the minutes for the board meeting on May 23, 2014 are not completed. This matter will be tabled until the next board meeting on July 25, 2014.
3.Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Timmerle Kelly reports that she was able to go into Quick Books and correct the entries on the sale of the building. The Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet now reflect the modifications. The balance sheet and profit and loss for the month of May 2014 were reviewed by the board. Arthur Atteberry made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Nick Williams seconded the motion.
4.Texas Rural Challenge – Report by Timmerle Kelly: Timmerle Kelly attended the Texas Rural Challenge at Waco, Texas on July 19-20, 2014. The conference focused on the challenges facing rural Texans. She provided the board members with her typewritten notes to include information regarding the growth of rural Texas and preparing for that growth.
5.E3 Summit at Southeaster Oklahoma State University: Kaaren Teuber and Kanita Larkins attended the E3 Summit in Durant, Oklahoma. Kaaren Teuber reported that the Summit focused on Oklahoma issues. The new “Promise Zone” designation given to the Choctaw Nation and the benefits they could expect to obtain was discussed at the summit, as well as transportation on the 69/75 corridor.
6.Consider and take action regarding maintenance and future plans for Industrial Park: Kanita Larkins reported that she has met with David Barton about brush hogging the lots at Industrial Park. He does not have liability insurance. Nick Williams stated Chris Baas with Lawn & Tree Services did brush hog. He was certain that Mr. Baas had liability insurance. He would provide Mr. Bass’ contact information to Kanita Larkins so she could contact him for a bid. Kanita Larkins also reported that M. J. Presley with Hinco Printing has looked at the sign at the entrance of Industrial Park. She is waiting on his bid. She is also in the process of finding a brick layer to make some repairs to the sign. Additional discussion regarding obtaining “for sale” signs for the lots at Industrial Park.
7.Update on Palladium and Retire in Texas: Kanita Larkins has not received any updates regarding the Palladium. It is anticipated that it will be the end of July before there will be news on the matter.
8.Update on SWOT (Strength-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) Analysis Workshop: Kanita Larkins reports the SWOT Analysis Workshop is scheduled for July 16th. Some of the representatives in the community who plan to attend are Dr. Spies/Van Alstyne ISD, Shawn Kirby with GCEC Telecom, a Chamber board member, and City Manager Frank Baker. Arthur Atteberry will be facilitating the workshop.
9.Budget 2014-2015: Kanita Larkins reported that the budget for the next fiscal year (2014-2015) will need to be turned in to City Hall for City Council’s consideration. She provided the board with a proposed budget for their review. The board recessed into closed session at 10:22 a.m. pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code for deliberation regarding:
a.Section 551.072, Real Property: deliberate the purchase, lease and value of real property. Out of closed session at 10:34.
No action taken. The board will return for a special meeting to discuss the budget on Friday, July 18, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
10.Comments of President, Mayor and City Manager: None.
11.Adjourn: A motion was made to adjourn by Nick Williams. Kaaren Teuber seconded the motion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10: 42 a.m. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Friday, July 25, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
Minutes respectfully taken by Kanita Larkins 06/27/2014
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