EDC 08-23-2007
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
SCHERTZ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
August 23, 2007
11 :30 a.m. -1 :00 p.m.
Council Workshop, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, TX 78154
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
Carl Douglas, President
Arthur Jones
Mark Roberts
Ramon Cook
Roy Richard
Steve White
CITY STAFF
George Antuna, Executive Director
Jeff Jewell, ED Specialist
Erin Matlock, ED Specialist
Juan Santoya, Finance Director
THOSE ABSENT
Jim Fowler, Council Member
Others Present
Jim Jamison, Applicant
1. Economic Development Corporation Call to Order: President Carl Douglas
President Douglas called the meeting to order at 11 :30 a.m.
2. Introduction of Guests:
Jim Jamison, Applicant for board vacancy
3. Public Comment
Mr. Jamison introduced himself as an applicant for the vacant pOSItion with the Schertz
Economic Development Corporation and expressed his desire to work with the Corporation.
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. Minutes of the July 26, 2007 Meeting
Director White moved to approve the minutes of July 26, 2007 Economic Development
Corporation meeting. Director Cook seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote
unanimous.
B. Financial Report - (Juan Santoya)
Mr. Santoya briefed the directors on the financial report. Mr. Santoya stated that sales tax
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revenue is up twelve percent from last year, stating that August is coming in at $190,000.
Director Cook asked the item line for the new office space for Economic Development?
Mr. Santoya stated that would be under debt services and the furniture would come out of
furniture and fixtures.
Director Cook asked if line item twenty five (Miscellaneous) and line item 27 (FM 3009
Rd. & Bridge Expansion) were complete. Mr. Santoya stated that both line items are
complete.
Director Roberts asked if there is a potential risk for legal issues on the FM 3009 Rd. &
Bridge Expansion. Mr. Santoya stated yes there is a potential risk for legal issues when
you are requiring right-of-way.
C. Set next meeting: September 27,2007
Mr. Antuna stated that he will not be able to attend the next regular meeting of the Schertz
Economic Development Corporation, he will be attending a class on "Basic Economic
Development" .
5. Discuss and take action on amended By-laws for the Corporation
President Douglas stated that he and Mr. Antuna met with the City attorney to review the by-
laws. Two changes were made, the first one is item 2.4, a majority of the entire membership of
the Board shall constitute a quorum to conduct official business of the Corporation. The second
change is that state statue dictates that a board member must be a resident of Schertz. Mr.
Douglas stated that Mr. Weiswurm would not be able to remain on the board as he is not a
resident of Schertz.
Director Jones asked what qualifications are needed to be a board member of the Schertz
Economic Development Corporation. Mr. Antuna stated that you must be a resident of Schertz.
Director Jones stated that the qualifications should be stipulated in the by-laws.
President Douglas stated that we can review qualifications for the Schertz Economic
Development Corporation at a regularly scheduled meeting.
Director Jones stated that one applicant does not qualify to apply for the position, stating the
applicant votes in a different county.
Director Jones inquired about the hiring of an auditor. President Douglas stated that Council
will select and approve the auditor. Mr. White stated that the Corporation uses the same auditor
as the City.
6. Discuss and take action on incentive package for Trane Commercial Systems
Mr. Antuna stated that Jeff Jewell will make the presentation for the Trane Incentive. Mr.
Jewell gave a briefing on his incentive package for Trane. Mr. Jewell stated that the incentive
would consist of a $75,000 grant up front for infrastructure improvements and tenant finish out a
one year requirement would need to be satisfied by Trane.
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7. Discuss and take action on request from Schertz Chamber of Commerce for sponsorship fee
President Douglas stated that at this time the budget is tight and his recommendation would be
to wait until January 08 to discuss this item.
After discussion by the board Director White moved to disapprove the request from the Schertz
Chamber of Commerce for sponsorship fees. Director Cook seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Vote unanimous.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Called under Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, Sub-section 551.087
Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations
Action, if any on the above Executive Session
No action taken.
9. Items by Economic Development Director
Mr. Antuna briefed the board on the Mid Cities project and Schwab Rd., stating both projects is
on target.
10. Board Member items
Director Cook asked if anyone has Tri-County Parkway to be fixed for road repair along with
Doerr Land. Director Cook stated he would discuss this with the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
There being no further business, President Douglas adjourned the meeting at 1 :03 pm
President
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Vice President
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Secretary
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Treasurer
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