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04-11-2019 Mimutes�- - Northeast Partnership for Economic Development Olympia Hills Golf and Conference Center 12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City, 78148 Ymp � Y� MINUTES OF MEETING T_' April 11, 2019 -11:30 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum - A quorum was present. Mayor Daly called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. as a quorum was present. 2. Welcome and Introductions Mayor Daly welcomed everyone in attendance and those present stood and introduced themselves. 3. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 14, 2019. Mayor Daly recognized Mayor Seiler who moved seconded by Mayor Pro -Tern Joel Hicks to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 14, 2019. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed. 4. Approval of the Current Treasurer's Reports for NEP. Mayor Daly recognized Mayor Dennis who moved seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Joel Hicks to accept the current treasurers report. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed. 5. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Schertz - Cibolo- Universal City ISD area. (Dr. Greg Gibson) Superintendent Dr. Greg Gibson provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the school district. Dr. Gibson provided information on the district facts for 2018. Dr. Gibson addressed questions. 6. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Judson ISD area. (Jeanette Ball) Superintendent Jeanette Ball provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the school district. President Ball addressed questions. 7. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Northeast Lake View College. (Dr. Veronica Garcia) 4 -11 -2019 Minutes President Dr. Veronica Garcia provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the district. Dr. Garcia addressed questions. 8. Information Items. A. Report from Tri County Chamber of Commerce. B. Report from The Chamber. C. Report from Randolph Air Power Community Council (RAPCO). D. Report on Bicycle Mobility Advisory Committee. E. Report from Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Item A: Mindy from the Tri County Chamber stated on the Chamber next meetings are: • April 30, 2019 TPC Gold Tournament 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Item B: Maggie Titterington from The Chamber stated: • Mentioned that they have discontinued their Golf Classic and have replaced it with the Caterpillar Chamber Bowl which will be held Friday, August 23, 2019 at Fiesta Lanes, 1202 Huisache Avenue in New Braunfels, Texas, 50% of proceeds benefitting DECA at Clemens and Steel High Schools, for more information please go to The Chamber website. Item C: No representative was present. Item D: Scott Wayman stated: April 10h was the Bicycle Mobility meeting - huge project being planned on Roosevelt downtown 7 -mile pedestrian/bike lane project. The were mentioning about the MPO GIS System where those that are interested can view and it will tell all about the different projects. April is Bike Month City of Schertz has joined forces with Sippel Elementary, Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, and Ghisallo Cycling Initiative to put on a Bicycle Rodeo to teach children the skills and precautions to ride a bicycle safely. This bicycle safety clinic is part of a City -wide initiative to provide a network of bike lanes for students to be able to bike to school safely on a Safe Route to School. Bicycle lanes have been added to Fairlawn Avenue and Belmont Parkway and will be added to Savannah and Woodland Oaks Drive, providing bicycle routes to Paschal, Wilder and Sippel Elementary. The Bicycle Rodeo will take place during the Sippel Elementary family event on Monday, April 22 from 5:30- 7:00 PM. Any elementary -aged (Pre -K through 4th grade) students are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Cecilia Palomo at cpalomo @schertz.com if your child would like to attend and is not a Sippel Elementary student. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes Item E: Kevin Hadas stated: Kevin Hadas stated MPO has been very busy and an exciting MPO meeting this month. The MPO has set a precedence because Guadalupe County wanted to remove the Cibolo Toll Road project from the TIF, the precedence that was set was from MPO and what they decided was it is Cibolo's job to put this on their agenda and deal with the Toll Company on their own if they are having problems, which they are. He wanted to vote to remove it but does agree that the precedence that was set was that they are not going to allow one entity to remove another's entity project on the TIF. It is important to us in the NEP because we do not want San Antonio removing the Garden Ridge project or a Cibolo project in the future because they want more money for a train station downtown or something. Next year their funding cycle will start and don't forget to get the projects in to him so that he gets it on the MPO agenda and gets money for this side of town. As he understands, every city that has placed a project with MPO has receive some funding and that is a testament to our group, now is the time to ask for money. 9. Establish a Date and Time of the next NEP Mayor's Workshop — City of Universal City to host. (May 2, 2019) Mayor Daly stated the next Mayor's meeting will be on May 2, 2019 and the City of Universal City will be hosting. 10. Establish a Date and Time of Next Northeast Partnership for Economic Development Meeting — May 9, 2019. Mayor Daly stated the next regular meeting will be here at the Olympia Conference Center on May 9, 2019. April Door Prizes — City of Selma May Door Prizes — City of Universal City Door prizes today were provided today by City of Selma. Door Prizes for May will be provided by the City of Universal City, 11. Items of Interest by Members. • City Administrator Monique Vernon — City of Kirby invited everyone out to attend their Volunteer Fireman's Picnic — May 3 & 4, 2019 — Friendship Park for more details please go to their website. • City Manager Scott Wayman stated this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. is their 90th Easter Egg Scramble, also the Hilton Garden Inn is hosting an Easter Brunch starting at 10:00 a.m. going until 2:00 p.m. • Scott with Jordan Ford announced their 100a' Birthday Celebration for April 22, 2019. Lots of events scheduled go to their face book page. Jordan Ford donated last week to the Live Oak Animal Care & Control, Live Oak Fire Department, Live Oak Jaguars and City of San Marcos Parks and Rec. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes • Councilmember Joel Hicks City of Cibolo announced their Easter Community Egg hunt on April 13, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. 210 South Main Street. April 27, 2019 Community Shred Day 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 200 South Main Street. Middle of May 17, 2019 hosting a benefit barbecue. • City Manager Dr. Mark Browne City of Schertz stated City is having a Love Where you live event this Saturday April 13, 2019, Meet at the Wendy Swan Park at 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this is an opportunity for the City of Schertz to go out into the community and provide some assistance to those who are disabled to provide maintenance clean up, yard clean ups etc., utilizing organizations made up of various Church organizations, and many other various other volunteers who will be participating. Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez stated that the Schertz YMCA partnering with the Schertz Parks and Recreation will be having their Easter Egg hunt April 12, 2019, located at 621 Westchester in Schertz. Over 5000 eggs will be placed in the pool. Mr. Jim Campbell from the San Antonio River Authority stated on April 17ffi at 10:30 a.m. grand opening of the state -of -the -art Wastewater Treatment Plant Martinez IV Wastewater Treatment Plant located in Saint Hedwig. The plant will serve the growing area near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Graytown Road. Also has a limited supply of Fiesta Medals — come see him after the meeting. • Marion Alderman Victor Contreras stated that Trade Days April 26, 2019 10:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Newly remodeled Schulz Nursery. • Mayor Thompson City of Garden Ridge invited everyone to the Classic Car Show this Saturday April 13, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Municipal Complex There will be craft vendors, a silent auction, food, beverages, and more. Admission and parking are FREE. The charitable proceeds will benefit the Garden Ridge Police Department and the Comal County 100 Club. Early car entry registration is available for $25 or day of the show for $30. Car entry registration forms are available at www.southtexascc.com/schedule. • Mindy with the Tri- County Chamber announced the Schertz / Cibolo Lions Club Easter in the park event which will be April 20, 2019, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Pickrell Park — Schertz. FREE community event which will include a live appearance from the Easter Bunny, music, games, an egg hunt of 15,600 eggs and over 500 prizes for egg hunt winners! Bring your camera & Easter basket! Providing free vision screening for children. Children can participate in our Crazy Easter Hat Contest. • Jimsi Kuborn, EDC stated that Converse has opened a new Fitness Court — Free, you can come join and challenge the Mayor in pushups. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes • City of Selma is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13, 2019 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Stage Stop Park. There will be two separate "hunts ". Toddler — 5 years old will go first, followed by 6 years old — 10 years old. Don't forget to bring your basket! • Lastly Mayor Daly reminded everyone of the upcoming October "Party with the Partnership event" - Sponsorships are still available and forms are on each table. More information to come. Councilmember Kevin Hadas stated that this is Mayor Seiler's last meeting — this is his last day and he has been a great asset to this organization. Mayor Seiler received a standing ovation from the group present today. 11. Adjournment. As there was no further business, Mayor Daly adjourned the meeting at 1:00 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED on May 11, 2019 Mayor Tom Daly, NEP -Vice Chair 4 -11 -2019 Minutes Northeast Partnership for Economic Development Olympia Hills Golf and Conference Center 12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City, TX 78148 MINUTES OF MEETING s Thursday, April 11, 2019 — 11:30 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum — A quorum was present. Mayor Daly called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. as a quorum was present. 2. Welcome and Introductions Mayor Daly welcomed everyone in attendance and those present stood and introduced themselves. 3. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 14, 2019. Mayor Daly recognized Mayor Seiler who moved seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Joel Hicks to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 14, 2019. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed. 4. Approval of the Current Treasurer's Reports for NEP. Mayor Daly recognized Mayor Dennis who moved seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Joel Hicks to accept the current treasurers report. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed. 5. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Schertz - Cibolo- Universal City ISD area. (Dr. Greg Gibson) Superintendent Dr. Greg Gibson provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the school district. Dr. Gibson provided information on the district facts for 2018. Dr. Gibson addressed questions. 6. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Judson ISD area. (Jeanette Ball) Superintendent Jeanette Ball provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the school district. President Ball addressed questions. 7. Presentation and update regarding Legislative issues and discussion regarding the growth of the Northeast Lake View College. (Dr. Veronica Garcia) 4 -11 -2019 Minutes President Dr. Veronica Garcia provided an overview of the growth and discussed issues regarding the Legislative session that will affect the district. Dr. Garcia addressed questions. 8. Information Items. A. Report from Tri County Chamber of Commerce. B. Report from The Chamber. C. Report from Randolph Air Power Community Council (RAPCO). D. Report on Bicycle Mobility Advisory Committee. E. Report from Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Item A: Mindy from the Tri County Chamber stated on the Chamber next meetings are: • April 30, 2019 TPC Gold Tournament 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Item B: Maggie Titterington from The Chamber stated: • Mentioned that they have discontinued their Golf Classic and have replaced it with the Caterpillar Chamber Bowl which will be held Friday, August 23, 2019 at Fiesta Lanes, 1202 Huisache Avenue in New Braunfels, Texas, 50% of proceeds benefitting DECA at Clemens and Steel High Schools, for more information please go to The Chamber website. Item C: No representative was present. Item D: Scott Wayman stated: April 10th was the Bicycle Mobility meeting - huge project being planned on Roosevelt downtown 7 -mile pedestrian/bike lane project. The were mentioning about the MPO GIS System where those that are interested can view and it will tell all about the different projects. April is Bike Month City of Schertz has joined forces with Sippel Elementary, Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, and Ghisallo Cycling Initiative to put on a Bicycle Rodeo to teach children the skills and precautions to ride a bicycle safely. This bicycle safety clinic is part of a City -wide initiative to provide a network of bike lanes for students to be able to bike to school safely on a Safe Route to School. Bicycle lanes have been added to Fairlawn Avenue and Belmont Parkway and will be added to Savannah and Woodland Oaks Drive, providing bicycle routes to Paschal, Wilder and Sippel Elementary. The Bicycle Rodeo will take place during the Sippel Elementary family event on Monday, April 22 from 5:30- 7:00 PM. Any elementary-aged (Pre -K through 4th grade) students are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Cecilia Palomo at cpalomo @schertz.com if your child would like to attend and is not a Sippel Elementary student. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes Item E: Kevin Hadas stated: Kevin Hadas stated MPO has been very busy and an exciting MPO meeting this month. The MPO has set a precedence because Guadalupe County wanted to remove the Cibolo Toll Road project from the TIF, the precedence that was set was from MPO and what they decided was it is Cibolo's job to put this on their agenda and deal with the Toll Company on their own if they are having problems, which they are. He wanted to vote to remove it but does agree that the precedence that was set was that they are not going to allow one entity to remove another's entity project on the TIF. It is important to us in the NEP because we do not want San Antonio removing the Garden Ridge project or a Cibolo project in the future because they want more money for a train station downtown or something. Next year their funding cycle will start and don't forget to get the projects in to him so that he gets it on the MPO agenda and gets money for this side of town. As he understands, every city that has placed a project with MPO has receive some funding and that is a testament to our group, now is the time to ask for money. 9. Establish a Date and Time of the next NEP Mayor's Workshop — City of Universal City to host. (May 2, 2019) Mayor Daly stated the next Mayor's meeting will be on May 2, 2019 and the City of Universal City will be hosting. 10. Establish a Date and Time of Next Northeast Partnership for Economic Development Meeting — May 9, 2019. Mayor Daly stated the next regular meeting will be here at the Olympia Conference Center on May 9, 2019. April Door Prizes — City of Selma May Door Prizes — City of Universal City Door prizes today were provided today by City of Selma. Door Prizes for May will be provided by the City of Universal City. 11. Items of Interest by Members. City Administrator Monique Vernon — City of Kirby invited everyone out to attend their Volunteer Fireman's Picnic — May 3 & 4, 2019 — Friendship Park for more details please go to their website. City Manager Scott Wayman stated this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. is their 90'h Easter Egg Scramble, also the Hilton Garden Inn is hosting an Easter Brunch starting at 10:00 a.m. going until 2:00 p.m. Scott with Jordan Ford announced their 100th Birthday Celebration for April 22, 2019. Lots of events scheduled go to their face book page. Jordan Ford donated last week to the Live Oak Animal Care & Control, Live Oak Fire Department, Live Oak Jaguars and City of San Marcos Parks and Rec. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes Councilmember Joel Hicks City of Cibolo announced their Easter Community Egg hunt on April 13, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. 210 South Main Street. April 27, 2019 Community Shred Day 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 200 South Main Street. Middle of May 17, 2019 hosting a benefit barbecue. • City Manager Dr. Mark Browne City of Schertz stated City is having a Love Where you live event this Saturday April 13, 2019, Meet at the Wendy Swan Park at 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this is an opportunity for the City of Schertz to go out into the community and provide some assistance to those who are disabled to provide maintenance clean up, yard clean ups etc., utilizing organizations made up of various Church organizations, and many other various other volunteers who will be participating. Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez stated that the Schertz YMCA partnering with the Schertz Parks and Recreation will be having their Easter Egg hunt April 12, 2019, located at 621 Westchester in Schertz. Over 5000 eggs will be placed in the pool. Mr. Jim Campbell from the San Antonio River Authority stated on April 17th at 10:30 a.m. grand opening of the state -of -the -art Wastewater Treatment Plant Martinez IV Wastewater Treatment Plant located in Saint Hedwig. The plant will serve the growing area near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Graytown Road. Also has a limited supply of Fiesta Medals — come see him after the meeting. • Marion Alderman Victor Contreras stated that Trade Days April 26, 2019 10:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Newly remodeled Schulz Nursery. • Mayor Thompson City of Garden Ridge invited everyone to the Classic Car Show this Saturday April 13, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Municipal Complex There will be craft vendors, a silent auction, food, beverages, and more. Admission and parking are FREE. The charitable proceeds will benefit the Garden Ridge Police Department and the Comal County 100 Club. Early car entry registration is available for $25 or day of the show for $30. Car entry registration forms are available at www.southtexascc.com /schedule. • Mindy with the Tri- County Chamber announced the Schertz / Cibolo Lions Club Easter in the park event which will be April 20, 2019, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Pickrell Park — Schertz. FREE community event which will include a live appearance from the Easter Bunny, music, games, an egg hunt of 15,000 eggs and over 500 prizes for egg hunt winners! Bring your camera & Easter basket! Providing free vision screening for children. Children can participate in our Crazy Easter Hat Contest. • Jimsi Kuborn, EDC stated that Converse has opened a new Fitness Court — Free, you can come join and challenge the Mayor in pushups. 4 -11 -2019 Minutes • City of Selma is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13, 2019 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Stage Stop Park. There will be two separate "hunts ". Toddler — 5 years old will go first, followed by 6 years old —10 years old. Don't forget to bring your basket! • Lastly Mayor Daly reminded everyone of the upcoming October "Party with the Partnership event" - Sponsorships are still available and forms are on each table. More information to come. Councilmember Kevin Hadas stated that this is Mayor Seiler's last meeting — this is his last day and he has been a great asset to this organization. Mayor Seiler received a standing ovation from the group present today. 11. Adjournment. As there was no further business, Mayor Daly adjourned the meeting at 1:00 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED on May 9, 2019 f-' Mayor Tom Daly, EP -Vice Chair 4 -11 -2019 Minutes