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03-18-2020 CCAB Agenda with backupMEETING AGENDA Committee of Committee's Advisory Board REGULAR SESSION MARCH 18, 2020 HAL BALDWIN MUNICIPAL COMPLEX ROOM 1400 SCHERTZ PARKWAY BUILDING #4 SCHERTZ, TEXAS 78154 Call to order (Richard Dziewit) Discussion and /or Action Items Minutes - Consideration and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of January 15, 2020. j. Consideration and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of January 15, 2020. Reports /Updates/Discussion and or Action 2. Boards, Committee, Commission report /updates. (B. James) 3 City Manager report /updates. (M. Browne) 4, Discussion and /or action regarding the Committee of Committee Advisory Board status. (M. Browne /Mayor) Adjournment March 18, 2020 CCAB AGENDA Page 1 CERTIFICATION I, GAYLE WILKINSON, DEPUTY CITY SECRETARY OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE AGENDA WAS PREPARED AND POSTED ON THE OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARDS ON THIS THE 12th DAY OF MARCH 2020 AT 10:00 A.M., WHICH IS A PLACE READILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES AND THAT SAID NOTICE WAS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 551, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE. Gayle Wilkinson I CERTIFY THAT THE ATTACHED NOTICE AND AGENDA OF ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL WAS REMOVED BY ME FROM THE OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD ON DAY OF , 2020. TITLE: This facility is accessible in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Handicappedparking spaces are available. If you require special assistance or have a request for sign interpretative services or other services, please call 210 -619 -1030. March 18, 2020 CCAB AGENDA Page 2 Agenda No. 1. ei Olum City Council 03/18/2020 Meeting: Department: City Secretary Subject: Consideration and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of January 15, 2020. The City Council held a Regular City Council meeting on January 15, 2020. Attachments Draft Minutes 01 -15 -2020 DRAFT MINUTES Committee of Committee's Advisory Board REGULAR SESSION HAL BALDWIN MUNICIPAL CONFERENCE ROOM 1400 SCHERTZ PARKWAY BUILDING #4 SCHERTZ, TEXAS 78154 Present: Richard Dziewit, Sue Boissonneault, Earl Hartzog, Glen Outlaw, Chris Bryan, Flo (Fae) Simmons, Ben McDaniel Absent: Patti Dilworth-Alternates with Chris City Staff. Dr. Mark Browne, City Manager Brian James , Assistant City Manager Charles Kelm l Assistant City Manager Sarah Gonzalez , Assistant to the City Manager Adrian Perez , Executive Director Economic Development Drew Vincent , Economic Development Analyst Ralph Gutierrez , Mayor Attendees: Bill Bosh January 15, 2020 CCAB AGENDA Page 1 Call to order (Richard Dziewit) Chair Richard Dziewit called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. Discussion and /or Action Items Richards Dziewit asked for each Board Member to introduce themselves. 1. Minutes - Consideration and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of September 18, 2019. Moved by Earl Hartzog, seconded by Sue Boissonneault to approve the minutes of the regular September 18, 2019 meeting. Vote: 7 - 0 Passed Reports /Updates/Discussion and or Action 2. Boards, Committee, Commission report /updates. (B. James) Chair Richard Dziewit recognized Assistant City Manager Brian James who gave an update /overview of each Board, Committee, and Commission since September 18, 2019, to date. Mr. James invited various Board members to add comments if applicable. 3. City Manager report /updates. (M. Browne) Chair Richard Dziewit recognized City Manager Dr. Browne who provided a copy of a City Council Memorandum on major projects in progress /CIP, City View, Utility Meter Swap Out, and Civic Rec Software. Dr. Browne used this report as a basis for his remarks as well as commenting briefly on the implementation of ADP (the software we are using to automate payroll, log attendance, and process our annual evaluations) and two studies - the Classification and Compensation Study and a Staffing Study. January 15, 2020 CCAB AGENDA Page 2 4. Introduction of the New Economic Developments Director, Adrian Perez, and Presentation/Discussion on Economic Development updates. (M. Browne) Chair Richard Dziewit recognized Dr. Browne who introduced our new Economic Development Director, Adrian Perez, gave a brief bio and expressed his excitement and gratitude to have him on our team. Mr. Perez expressed his excitement and appreciation for his new position and spoke highly of our city and our vision. Dr. Browne provided a copy of the Annual Report of the City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation and gave brief comments also recognized Economic Development Analyst Drew Vincent who prepared the data in the report. 5. Update on signal lights on FM 3009. (B. James) Chair Richard Dziewit recognized Assistant City Manager Brian James who gave an overview /update on the status of the pavement surfaces and signal lights on FM 3009. Mr. James also commented on our ability, as a city, to work well with TxDOT. 6. Future Agenda Items Requested - This is an opportunity for the Board members to request that items be placed on a future agenda. No discussion of the merits of the item may be taken at this time. • Board Member Earl Hartzog brought up CCAB's role to help with the Census and made the suggestion to meet on March 18, 2020, because of the Census. It will be discussed in March if we will keep our previously scheduled April 15th meeting. Board Member Faye Simmons gave a warning about a SCAM, using Facebook Messenger, referencing a FDIC Grant to obtain money from people. Adjournment Moved by Earl Hartzog, seconded by Ben. McDaniel to adjourn the meeting at 4:33 p.m. Vote: 7 - 0 Passed January 15, 2020 CCAB AGENDA Page 3 Richard Dziewit,' Chair ATTEST: -ATTEST: ~^y^~ Wilkinson, Deputy ~^y Secretary ~~ January |5,2O20 CC/\QAGTN[}A Page City Council Meeting Department: Subject: BACKGROUND N /A. Brian's report ei IZIUM 03/1.8/2020 Agenda No. 2. City Secretary Boards, Committee, Commission report /updates. (B. James) Attachments Committee of Committees Advisory Board January 15, 2020 Reports from Boards and Commissions Since September 18, 2019 Animal Care Advisory Committee November 20 At the November 20 meeting, staff provided the Committee with an update on AC repairs, new cat kennels, and temporary quarantine space. Staff also provided statistics on adoptions, surrenders, euthanasia, etc. Staff walked the Committee through some proposed changes to the microchip ordinance. Staff also discussed efforts to work with foster groups. Board of Adjustment October 28 BOA approved a variance to allow a wood privacy fence in what is technically the front yard of a property on a lot for which the street had not been improved. Historical Preservation October 24 and November 14 At their October 24 meeting, the Historical Preservation Committee considered the Fall 2019 Newsletter and Remembrances Special Edition Articles which are available on the City's website. They also provided input for sculptures along Main Street and discussed creating a podcast to highlight Schertz' history. At their special meeting on November 14, they considered a Main Street Grant for 802 Main Street which was subsequently approved by City Council. Library Board October 7 and November 4 At their October 7 meeting, the Library Board received reports on the Board's finances, library usage and the bookstore. They also discussed increasing the price for bags of books at the books sales. It was noted that the library did spend its entire materials budget for Fiscal Year 2018 -19. At their November 4 meeting, the Board discussed providing funding for the upcoming Winter, Summer and Year Round reading clubs. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board September 23 and November 18 At their September 23 meeting, the Board received updates on a number of Parks programs, initiatives and projects. They also discussed the status of FY 2018 -19 projects and sought input from the Board on proposed 2019 -20 projects. Finally they received an update on the implementation of the new CivicRec program that will be used for scheduling and reservations of park facilities. The focus of the November 18 meeting was on input from the Board on FY 2019 -20 parks projects. Planning and Zoning Commission September 25, October 9, October 23, November 13 and December 11 At their September 25 meeting, the Commission approved final plats forthe tracts at Woodland Oaks and Schertz Parkway, but no site plans had been approved at that time. At their October 9 meeting, the Commission approved a plat for another phase of the Rhine Valley residential subdivision as well as an amended development plan, plat and sewer waiver for a large tract on FM 2252. At their October 23 meeting, the Commission approved a request for an extension for a plat for the Crossvine. At their November 13 meeting, the Commission approved a plat for a large tract of land near FM 3009 and Ripps- Kreusler Parkway. At their December 11 meeting, the Commission approved two plats. TSAC October 3 and November 7 Staff provided another status update on a number of issues involving the intersection of FM 3009 and FM 78, including pavement issues near the railroad tracks, signal timing and signage issues. Staff also provided an overview of traffic enforcement efforts and road work on FM 482 near Schwab Road. At their November 7 meeting, TSAC received a presentation from the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) who operates the on call transportation service - ART in Schertz. Finally the Commission discussed how to work on bicycle safety and mobility issues. City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) September 26, October 17 and November 21 During the last quarter, the SEDC Board of Directors finalized the planning, setting up of priorities, and allocation of funds to the Reserves Strategy and the SEDC funding buckets. At the September meeting, the SEDC Board established as high priority the funding of primary jobs & infrastructure improvements, medium priority to job training & recreational /community facilities, and low priority to career centers & affordable housing. The SEDC produced a promotional video to advertise and promote investment opportunities. Kyle Kinateder resigned his position as the SEDC Executive Director. In October, SEDC staff presented the FY 2018 -19 SEDC Annual Report, which can be viewed at www.schertzEDC.com. The SEDC allocated $4,050,000 for the Tri County Parkway & Intersection Infrastructure Improvements Project. During Manufacturing Day (MFG) celebrations, the SEDC partnered with the area school districts to bring students to experience firsthand modern manufacturing at local industries. In November, the close out the fiscal year left an unaudited amount of $21 million in cash and investments. Adrian Perez was hired as the new SEDC Executive Director and will start in mid - January. Committee of Committees Advisory Board Summary January 15 Mark Browne gave the City Manager Report, providing a status update on the City's Street Preservation and Maintenance Program (SPAM), indicating that the contracts for two of the projects in the next round of improvements have been awarded, but that due to the limited number of bids received on the others, the City would be going out for a third time on the remaining projects. He also provided updates on the other City construction projects, which can be found on the Engineering page (through the Business and Development Tab on the main page) of the City's website. Mark Browne introduced Adrian Perez, the new Executive Director of the Schertz Economic Development Corporation. SEDC staff provided an overview of recent activities by the SEDC and reviewed the FY 2018 -19 annual report which can be found on the SEDC web page. Staff provided an overview of recent issues with the intersection of FM 3009 and FM 78. These include pavement repairs near the railroad tracks, signal timing repair work and anticipated pavement improvements at the intersection. Discussion occurred regarding the impact of increased traffic from growth and development on this intersection and FM 3009. Citizens with concerns about signal timing can contact the City's Engineering Department who will reach out to TxDOT. ei IZIUM City Council Meeting: 03/18/2020 Department: City Secretary Subject: City Manager report /updates. (M. Browne) BACKGROUND N/A Attachments Dr. Browne's update review SEDC annual report Agenda No. 3. 0 . I . City Council Meeting: January 7, 2020 Department: City Manager Subject: Update on major projects in progress/CIP, City View, Utility Meter Swap Out, and Civic Rec Software Background This is the monthly update on large capital projects that are in progress or in the planning [trocess. This update is being provided so Council will • up to date on the progress of these large projects. If Council desires more information on any project or on projects not on this list, please reach out to staff and that information will be provided. L-7 . ......... .. . . "I", 1. East Dietz Creek Desilting: C-3 Environmental removed the accumulated silt on the Borgfeld Road end of the channel this month. Final stabilization ♦ this portion of the channel will be required prior to final acceptance, which is expected to be achieved in January. Facili"es ProLects, 1. Fire Station 3: The Fire Station is occupied and being used. The City reviewed the projeci on December 19, 2019, and created a punch list separate from the list provided by th+ design professionals earlier in December. Byrne expects to have the items on that lisl complete by January 10, 2020. during construction and staff has worked through any issues that have come up. Staff will be fully trained on the new system upon completion and anticipates that to occur January • 2020. WaIgLKKqigqK 1. Water Meter Change Out: As of December 31, 2019, approximately 15,026 meters ha been changed out (of approximately 15,026 meters). Replacement of meters started in are with the most manual reads by staff. Staff has successfully completed installing all me change outs. I-P. FM 1103 Utility Relocation Project: D. Guerra continues to work on installing new waterline. The 500 linear foot waterline in front of Walgreens and 7-Eleven near the IH- 35 Frontage Road was installed. Work will continue across FM 1103 on the east side of the road to complete the relocations for both water and wastewater. The project is expected to be completed in late winter of 2020. Engineering Proiects: Onead =#,MR 1. FM 1103 Improvement Project: Utility relocations continue (including electric, communications, gas, water, and wastewater). Schertz Public Works is working to relocate water and wastewater lines that conflict with the planned roadway and drainage improvements (see FM 1103 Utility Relocation Project update). The target let date for a construction contract is July of 2020. fully funded project is expected t o t ake approximately three years of construction to complete. 3. 1-35 Operational Improvements Project (FM 2252 to Schwab Road): Work continues on frontage roads and at VIA park and ride lots. Lane closures and traffic rerouting will occur as necessary. TxDOT and its contractors will keep City Staff informed of detours and closures so that the City can assist in disseminating the information to the public in a timely fashion. The current schedule includes a project completion in December of 2020. Graytown Road to Guadalupe County Line: TxDOT's consultant is working on finalizing plans for this section of I- 10 by February of 2020, with a goal letting date of June of 2020. The design was able to avoid most City of Schertz utilities, but City Staff is working with TxDOT to identify the areas where utilities will need to be adjusted to accommodate the proposed improvements. I I W Information Tecbn2l2gLEr2igg1K f. Civic Rec Scheduline System: No change from December update. Parks Department is moving forward with data gathering in advance • configuring system. Training will ► scheduled once configuration documents are complete and accepted. J18 -19 ILNNUAL RFFOIW The mission of the City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation is to grow the Schertz economy through Projects, Specifically, we pursue Projects that focus on the creation/retention of Primary Jobs and Infrastructure Improvements. The City of Schertz is fortunate to have a variety of Primary Job Employers - companies that create Primary Jobs. In Schertz, examples of companies that create Primary Jobs are associated with our k industries of: manufacturing, warehouse and distribution, and e-commerce because they export g••• s/services to regional, statewide, national, • international markets. I CalTex Protective Coatings is an example of a Schertz company that creates Primary Jobs. They manufacture sealants and other car-care products. These products are exported to other markets, such as Kansas City, and in return new it is created in Schertz. This is what creates and maintains the flow • new wealth into our community. On the other hand, an example of a business sector that does not create Primary Jobs is retail or medical. Purchases made at a local shopping center or payments made when visiting the doctor generally use existing money to pay for those goods or services. These businesses rely on new money that was created through the companies that generate Primary Jobs to fuel our local economy. PRODUCT NEW MONEY PAYCHECKS A Schertz Primary Job 20 The Product Is Exported To n,3 The Schertz Primary Job Employer 04 Primary Job Employees Are Paid& ', DEmployer Produces A Product Another Community Or Region Is Paid In Exchange ForThe Product Infuse New Money Into Local Economy �m Recruitment events serve as key tools in the generation of Leads and Inquiries. During each event, staff meets with- companies and site consultants to promote the advantages • locating in Schertz. Direct Company Contact I Pers;onal Connection _coLm P—j t� In-y,erson com,,eamg visits thou _P � a-re—�th effective way of engaging with companies as they are making site selection decisions. Direct company visits involve meeting with tj key decision maker for the site selection decision. Trade Shows I Engage Growing Companies the SEDC's target industries over a short amount of time. Most companies that attend trade shows are there because they are growing or because they are an industry leader. 0 12 ffimw� F Once a Primary Job Employer begins operations in Schertz, they have access to our Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program. Through this program companies receive continuous outreach, problem-solving assistance, and forums to voice their needs. Guiding these efforts is the BRE Plan, which has three main sections: ASSESSMENT RESOURCES STRATEGIC ACTIONS Determine if companies are |dentifyretention/expansion Create steps toaddress ready for expansion orat-risk events, programs, and cummunky+wdeand of closing/leaving financial resources isolated issues I Roundtables Business Visits Retention Events lot t It I t t Commercial Place Custer Box , Ongoing Project Removing barriers that impact our business community is one of the major goals of the SEDC's business retention and expansion program. Often, these efforts are minor in scale but have direct impacts on Schertz companies. A recent example involved a United States Postal Service (USPS) cluster mailbox. In December 2018, a group of businesses located on Commercial Place asked the SEDC to help find a solution regarding their mail. An existing cluster box used by 18 companies needed to be replaced as it had been repeatedly broken into largely due to its age. USPS, when contacted about the issue, stated that users are responsible for replacing cluster boxes including the underlying slab. While the business owners were willing to pay for a new cluster box, the cost of pouring a new slab for the project proved cost prohibitive. After several months of communication with USPS, the SEDC worked out an arrangement whereby USPS will keep the existing slab and pay for the new cluster box at no cost to the businesses. This is one example of how, working on behalf of our business community, the H I G H L I G H T S Job Shadow Day | Schertz Businesses February ManufaCtUring Day Caterpillar October 11 Manufacturing Day (MFG DAY) is an annual event that provides an inside look at the opportunities available within the manufacturing industry. For a second year, Caterpillar Inc, opened its doors to two groups of eighth grade girls from J. Frank Dobie and Ray D. Corbett Junior High Schools (SCUCISD). This year's focus s part of MFG DAY, this event encourages girls tn choose classes in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to prepare them for future high wage paying careers. Students heard presentations from key female engineers and human resources professionals. They also learned more about the importance of working for a company that desires to seek out and build up their employees. v 1 The SEDC enamel investment Pin pr kk L �AIP NPSHC PRC FASSAILTAMUN ACE MART I ���-� Ace Mart Restaurant Supply Co. (Ace Mart)distributortooperators,oaterers, concessionaires, home chefs, and more, opened their new 215,7G5square ~�~ foot distribution center in Schertz in 2018. Established in 1975, Ace Mart is an innovative leader in the industry with l7 warehouse showroom stores throughout Texas. Ace Mart can serve the entire state of Texas from its Scher!zfad|ih/. SCHERTZ 312 12018 NEXUS ENTERPRISES 12019 1W The Reserves Strategy is part of ongoing effort bv the 5EDC Board to strategically plan the use of5EDC reserves. It focuses on how to use the community's existing and future economic development funds in both the short and long term. The Strategy is a working document that will be regularly reviewed to ensure that SEDC funds are being applied in ways that are most impactful in growing the Schertz economy. 5. Capital improvements for a career center (Section 501.105) 6. Affordable housing (Section 505.153) 7 Capital improvements for recycling facilities (Section 505.151) 8. Water supply or conservation programs (Section 505.154) 9. Sports venues (Section 505.201-505.206) IMI SEDC Board developed action steps for broken out r the short- and r Short Term Strategy I Tri County Parkway & lntorsoction Project Looking to what could be accomplished with reserve funds in the immediate future - the next fiscal year - the Board identified the renovation of Tri County Parkway as a significant Project. Improving Tri County offers the potential to positively impact multiple existing Schertz businesses. Tri County Parkway is a major corridor within Schertz' industrial park and the home of multiple Primary Job employers. The Parkway is heavily used, providing access from Interstate 35 and FM 3009. Over time, the road has degraded and requires significant improvements. Aside from improving the area's existing infrastructure, investing in this Project now is more cost effective as compared to waiting for city - scheduled roadway improvements. This Project will involve: • Heavy mill & overlay of pavement on Tri County Parkway between Corridor Parkway and FM 3009 • Heavy mill & overlay of pavement on Lookout Road between Tri County Parkway and Doerr Lane • Intersection improvements at Tri County Parkway and FM 3009 Long Term Strategy ( Priority R nkc ng During their August meeting, the Board discussed each of the Authorized Project types and began prioritizing which to focus on as part of their long -term approach. Their final focuses, ranked based on priority, are: • High Priority: Primary Jobs & Infrastructure Improvements • Medium Priority: Job Training & Recreational /Community Facilities • Low Priority: Career Center & Affordable Housing rI. The Labor Report provides details on Schertz, the region, and our area's workforce capabilities Labor Report - October 2018 1 Deceiriber 6, 201 This report was presented to help the Board better understand the Schertz market and plan for the strategic use of SEDC reserves. The report included an analysis of demographic & labor information, a labor shed comparison looking at 11 key industrial areas throughout the region, and the wages offered within the manufacturing /warehousing sectors. Each of these focus areas impacts the SEDC's recruitment and retention efforts. A major takeaway from the report has to do with the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area ( "MSA "), the region where Schertz is located. The MSA includes eight counties area, consists of 2.5 million people, and grew at an annual rate of 2% in 2018, meaning 135+ people joined the region each day. A subset of the MSA population is the workforce, which is made up of one million individuals. As of November 2018, the MSA had an unemployment rate of 3.5 %, meaning 35,000 people were seeking jobs. The MSA had a job growth rate of approximately 0.8 %, meaning 25+ jobs are created each day. Despite experiencing rapid population growth, our region struggles with an adequate labor force. Workforce Needs and Assessments I Febrijary , 2019 In preparation for a Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, & Threats (SWOT) exercise, the SEDC presented this summary of Schertz' workforce to the Board. This information - gathered from Schertz companies through several Industry Roundtable meetings - provides an overview of positions companies struggle to fill, skill sets that would benefit from additional training opportunities, and insights available through a 2018 Northeast Lakeview College Employer Survey. A Human Resources Roundtable, one of • Skilled labor positions that Schertz companies struggle to fill include several ways the SEDC assesses the welders, electricians, CAD programmers, machinists, programmers, health of the local workforce machine technicians, and Solid Works programmers. • Training needs spanned a wide range of skillsets, from technical to soft. Technical skills included: analytics, AutoCAD, automation, basic electricity AC /DC (how to follow a wire diagram, trace power), basic machining, basic math, blueprint reading, first line supervisor skills, forklift operation, inventory management, organizational awareness (leadership, project management, problem solving, time management), OSHA (English and Spanish), Siemens TIA training, technology (basic computer skills /lingo, customized for certain platforms, Microsoft office suite, intranet- forms/internal guidelines), and welding certifications. • Soft skills, personal attributes that enable someone interact effectively, included leadership, teamwork, communication, problem solving, work ethic, flexibility /adaptability and interpersonal skills. FM Project Ideas and Examples ( Presented at February 28, 2019 Board Meeting Board Members identified broad Projects they felt would help grow the Schertz economy. This visioning exercise spurred participants to think about potential Schertz Projects. After a suggestions was made, it was placed within one of the 9 pre- defined 'funding buckets' that the SEDC is authorized to pursue. 'Board Direction' indicates areas of focus verbalized by Board Members during meetings. SEDC staff then researched and compiled related example project opportunities drawn from other communities. Section (3) Sports Venues I I i / Ir Amarillo • I (Source) Frisco • I (Sourcel & Source2) Affordable o 0 ti i • FM Project Ideas and Examples | Presented ot February 28,JD29 Board Meeting Board Members identified broad Projects they felt would help grow the Schertz economy. This visioning exercise spurred participants to think about potential Schertz Projects. After a suggestions was made, it was placed within one of the 9 pre-defined 'funding buckets'that the SEDC is authorized to pursue. 'Board Direction' indicates areas of focus verbalized by Board Members during meetings. SEDC staff then researched and compiled related example project opportunities drawn from other communities. (7) Capital Improvements For A Career Center I Section 501.105 • Board Direction:(1) Attracting a reputable school (technical) to educate on STEM to bring more advanc-. tech jobs; (2) Jobs center linked to high school students for available positions; (3) Career center/job training — higher education center to include entrepreneurs • Sugar Land I $4.5M from EDC for Texas Industrial Technology Center (Source) (8) Capital Improvements For Recycling Facilities | Section 505.151 • Austin Recycling Economic Development Program • Statewide Economic Impacts of Recycling (�ource); Materials Recovery Facilities in Texas (5ource) • General | Recycling centers need accessibility, expansion space, must be environmentally appropriate (9) Job Training | Section 5D1.202 • Board Direction: Trade specific education • Gonzales (5,ource); Lubbock (5,ource); McAllen (5,ource); New Braunfels/Seguin (Source & �Stource); Pharr Other I Allowable non-project expenditures under promotionladvertising . Sugar Land I Money for wayfincling signs (Source) Im SWOT Assessment Presented ot April 25, 2D19 Board Meeting A Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, & Threats (SWOT) assessment is a way to evaluate a community or project from a variety of perspectives. Strengths are factors that give a community its competitive advantage and make it an attractive place to be. Weaknesses are factors or trends that are obstacles or constraints to economic development. Opportunities are chances to advance the economy; often show areas that, if improved, could result in new investment within the community. Threats represent the potential for unfavorable trends, developments, or events that could lead to a decline in Schertz' competitive advantage or general economy. Completing these SWOT assessments helped the SEDC better understand the characteristics of the Schertz community and provide a basis to help determine which future Projects may influence these community traits. Both the Board as a whole and SEDC staff completed a SWOT. Board SWOT Current Future Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats • Location . Traffic - IH-35, FM 3009 . Development ready sites . Cibolo & New Braunfels • Education (high quality) . Transportation from IH-35 - Master thoroughfare plan (specific lack of Main to IH-10 Street districts) • Higher educational . Increase entertainment . Flood Plain attainment rates . Commute out negates venues • Diversity quality of life . Convention . Rising home prices . Lack of sewer/water along faci I ity/desti nations • Resources: water, GVEC (well-run utility) IH-35 . Sports complex • Lower taxes . Water pressure in certain . Market what we have areas • Available land (IH-35) . Develop interstate . Lack of public corridors • Economic model (differs transportation/ride share from NB & San Marcos'— local and regional . New Product -Mixed use traditional run by the . Specific area choke points: developments • Sales tax revenues (consistent) Valley . Carve our own niche o FM 78 — FM 3009 . What would keep • EDC strong reserves o IH 35 — FM 3009 residents here on the • Military connection (RAF13 o FM 1518 — FM 78 weekend development sites . Career center for o Lack of walkable employers developments . Ride wave of cyber o SA proximity security 79H SWOT Assessment Presented ot April 25, 2D19 Board Meeting A Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, & Threats (SWOT) assessment is a way to evaluate a community or project from a variety of perspectives. Strengths are factors that give a community its competitive advantage and make it an attractive place to be. Weaknesses are factors or trends that are obstacles or constraints to economic development. Opportunities are chances to advance the economy; often show areas that, if improved, could result in new investment within the community. Threats represent the potential for unfavorable trends, developments, or events that could lead to a decline in Schertz' competitive advantage or general economy. Completing these SWOT assessments helped the SEDC better understand the characteristics of the Schertz community and provide a basis to help determine which future Projects may influence these community traits. Both the Board as a whole and SEDC staff completed a SWOT. Staff SWOT Current Future Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats • Proximity to San Antonio . Small workforce pool with - Infrastructure projects to - Raising operation costs and Austin skilled trades open new commercial for our target industries . Existing industrial roads areas (Tri County 11, . Affordable housing • Strong industrial sector (Tri County, Corridor Hubertus to Schwab • Private sector investment Parkway, Lookout Road, Road, Wiederstein Road, . Not addressing minor Doerr Lane) Schwab Road area, south issues (trash, parking, • Class A industrial space Schertz) potholes, etc.) (Up to 300,000 sf) . Limited product offering . Partnership with existing . Regional transportation • Large workforce pool (real estate, shovel ready) companies network • Low wages/cost of living . Wastewater capacity and . Diversify real estate . Schertz perception of • Industrial grade utilities availability portfolio and economic lower quality of life . Regional recruitment and opportunities • SEDC Fund balance recruitment partners . Local education & training • SEDC Partners (City of . Adaptable training opportunity (certification Schertz, Counties, SCUC programs programs, apprentices, ISD, The Chamber . Alignment with resident pathways) • Overall business climate . Leverage City's long-term planning initiatives (parks, public works, engineering, gin ANAMMINKAMEA Schertz Q4 Number of new residential building permits issued by the City of Schertz' Building Inspections Division. Top numbers show permits from FY 2018-19. Bottom numbers show permits issued during the same time period for FY 2017-18. The number of permits is 77% lower than those issued during the same period last year. Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 10/18 -12/18 1/19-3/19 4/19-6/19 10/17 - 12/17 1/18-3/18 4/18-6/18 79M Quarter 4 TOTAL 7/19-9/19 FY 201.8-19 7/18-9/18 FY 2017-18 COMPLETIONS NMN Square Feet of New Space Added to Schertz By These Developments r�M 0 Industrial 0 Reta i I 0 Hotej' 0 Civic 17E OUR 30ARLI I Agenda No. 4. ei 10UM City Council 03/18/2020 Meeting: Department: City Secretary Subject: Discussion and /or action regarding the Committee of Committee Advisory Board status. (M. Browne/Mayor) Referencing Resolution. No. 1.5 -R -48, the purpose of this committee was to form a task force to address community involvement and future planning for the City of Schertz, Texas. The committee was created to increase communication and coordinate issues and concerns between boards. We feel the collaboration will still be available without the necessity of a formal gathering /Committee. The City will continue to provide quarterly updates on the Boards /Committees via Information Only on our agendas. We feel the best course of action is for this committee to go inactive until Council suggests reconvening for a specific purpose such as advice and input for a major project, specifically regarding the advisability of issuing bonds.