EDC 10-23-2008Schertz EDC Minutes
October 23, 2008
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Minutes of the
CITY OF SCHERTZ
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING
October 23, 2008
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
Steve White, President
Harry Whitney
James Harden
Mark Roberts
Matthew Duke
CITY STAFF
George Antuna, Executive Director
Juan Santoya, Finance Director
Jeff Jewell, Economic Development Specialist
Erin Matlock, Economic Development
Specialist
THOSE ABSENT
Roy Richard
Others Present
Robert Brockman, Citizen
Frances Rushing, President of Schertz Chamber
of Commerce
Christie Bourquin, Schertz Chamber of
Commerce
The City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will meet for a regular meeting on
Thursday, September 18, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. in the City Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway,
Schertz, Texas. This is an open meeting, subject to the open meeting laws of the State of Texas.
Notice of time, date, place, and agenda is hereby posted on or before Monday, September 15, 2008
at 11:30 a.m., as required by law. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces
are available. Audio units for the hearing impaired are available for any meeting. Advanced notice is
recommended.
1. Call to order.
President White called the meeting to order at 11:32 am.
President White introduced the two new board members James Harden and Matthew Duke.
Mr. Harden is a long time business owner in the City of Schertz and Mr. Duke is new to the
area.
2. Public comment.
Mr. Brockman stated that the City of Schertz now owns the 42 acres of property currently
being used as soccer fields. Council Member Fowler stated that is correct and will become a
source of revenue for the City.
Ms. Rushing thanked the board for allowing her to attend the board meetings.
CONSENT ITEMS (3-4):
3. Approval of meeting minutes dated September 18, 2008.
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Director Roberts moved to approve the minutes of the September 18, 2008 Economic
Development Corporation meeting. Director Whitney seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Vote unanimous
4. Update of the monthly financial report from the City Finance Director.
Mr. Santoya gave a briefing of the financial report, stating that sales tax is 13% higher than
last year. Mr. Santoya stated the Finance Department is busy closing out the year, stating the
un-audited Fund Balance of the Schertz Economic Development Corporation is $439,000.
Director Whitney asked if a plan was in effect if the sales tax should fall behind projected
amount. Mr. Santoya stated that we have a reserve in place if the sales tax should fall behind.
Director Whitney asked if the Corporation could recommend a freeze in spending. Mr.
Santoya stated that would need to be under the direction of the City Manager. Mr. Santoya
also stated that the City has already placed cut backs on expenses.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION:
5. Discussion, direction and action on election of officers for the Schertz Economic
Development Corporation.
President White stated that September is the normal time for elections, however with the two
new board members coming on the board decided to wait until October. The Board
recommends that Steve White remain as President and Mark Roberts remain as the
Secretary/Treasurer.
President White moved to appoint Harry Whitney as the Vice President of the Schertz
Economic Development Corporation. Director Roberts seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Vote unanimous
6. Healthcare Update.
Vice President Whitney gave a review and stated the Directors had a copy in their packets.
Vice President Whitney stated that yesterday he met with Larry Aiken and Chris Smith and
determined that a Request for Proposal (RFP) would not be a cheap project. The cost of the
study would run from $90,000 to $100,000 consulting fees to evaluate the need for a hospital
in the City of Schertz.
President White stated that he has spoken with Assistant City Manager David Harris asking
the City of Schertz to fund half of the study.
7. Discussion, direction and possible action on adoption of new incentive policy and application.
Mr. Jewell gave a briefing on the new incentive policy and application, stating it would go to
the City Attorney for review. After review and changes from City Attorney the incentive
policy and application will go to Council.
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Vice President Whitney moved to approve the new incentive policy and application for
the City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation. Director Duke seconded the
motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous
8. Closed Session in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551.086
(Economic Development). In addition to the matters listed above, any matter scheduled for
open session may be discussed in Closed Session, as deemed appropriate and authorized by
law
9. Action on executive session, if necessary.
No action.
10. Adjourn.
President White adjourns the meeting at 12:43 pm
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President, Steve White
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Vice President, Harry Whitney
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Secretary/Treasurer, Mark Roberts