08-12-2021 Regular MinutesNortheast Partnership
Olympia Hills Golf and Conference Center
12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City, TX 78148
MINUTES OF MEETING
Thursday, August 12, 2021 —11:30 a.m.
1. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum — A quorum was present.
Chair Mayor Victor Contreras — City of Marion called the meeting to order at 11:59 a.m.
as a quorum was present and thanked everyone for attending.
2. Welcome and Introductions!
Mayor Contreras welcomed everyone and had them stand to be recognized and
introduce themselves.
Member's present were:
Mayor Victor Contreras, City of Marion
Mayor Ralph Gutierrez, City of Schertz
Mayor Jeff Hunt, City of Santa Clara
Mayor Walt Williams, City of New Berlin
Mayor Tom Daly, City of Selma
Mayor Pro -Tem Kevin Hadas, City of Selma
Mayor Stosh Boyle, City of Cibolo
Mayor Pro-Tern Joel Hicks, City of Cibolo
Mayor Pro-Tern Ed Cimics, City of Live Oak
Mayor John Williams, City of Universal City
Mayor Pro-Tern Nick Neville, Universal City
Mayor Donna Doden. Seguin
3. Approval of the minutes the Mayors Workshop meeting of July 1, 2021, and the
minutes of the NEP Regular meeting of July 8, 2021.
Mayor Contreras recognized Mayor Stosh Boyle, who moved, seconded by Mayor Tom
Daly to approve the minutes of the Mayors Workshop meeting of July 1, 2021, and
the minutes of the NEP Regular meeting of July 8, 2021. The vote was unanimous.
Motion Passed.
4. Approval of the Current Treasurer's Reports for NEP. (Treasurer Mayor Jeff
Hunt)
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Mayor Jeff Hunt City supplied the Treasurer's report. Mayor Contreras recognized
Mayor John Williams who moved, seconded by Mayor Tom Daly to approve the current
Treasurer's report. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed.
5. Plaque Presentations — Mayor Contreras
Mayor Contreras presented Past Chair Walt Williams and Past Vice Chair Tom Daly with
an acrylic plaque of appreciation for service NEP.
6. Discussion and action regarding the support for the Tri- County State of
Technology — September 7, 2021 — Hilton Garden Inn — Event: 1:00 pm to 5:00
p.m. — Mixer 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Action was postponed due the information received that the event has been
cancelled.
7. Discussion and action regarding the support for the Randolph Metrocom Rotary
Club 24t' Annual Fairway for Kids Benefit Golf Tournament & Awards banquet -
September 20,2021 — Olympia Hills Golf and Conference Center.
Mayor Contreras recognized Liane Garrett with the Metrocom Rotary who provided
information regarding the event. Mayor Contreras indicated that this was presented at
the Mayor's Workshop meeting and discussion regarding the sponsorship level.
Mayors presented discussed that various sponsorship levels and it was the concurrence
of the group to be a Bronze sponsor — and that the 4 -man Players Super Tickets be
donated to Randolph AFB 12'h Flying Wing men/women and get with the base for
them to decide upon a team. Mayors also indicated that they would also like to be a
Hole Sponsor. Total sponsorship for NEP to participate in was $1050.
Mayor Contreras recognized Mayor Walt Williams who moved seconded by Mayor
Tom Daly to provide the Bronze sponsor — donate the 4 -man Players Super Tickets to
Randolph AFB 12a' Flying Wing men/women and be a Hole Sponsor for an amount of
$1050. The vote was unanimous. Motion Passed.
8. Presentation by Lenny Medina — Traditional American Indian Veterans.
Mayor Contreras introduced Chief Lenny Medina — Member of the Comanche Little
Ponies who provided information on their mission — TAIVETS honors all past and
present veterans who have sacrificed so much for our nation, through tribal traditions
and dance. Chief Medina provided information on their upcoming POW WOW 2021,
November 19 through 21St, Cibolo Soccer Stadium what is a POW WOW, "A
celebration of American Indian Culture in which people from diverse indigenous
nations gather for the purpose of dancing, singing & honoring their traditions of their
ancestors. Tribes attending: Caddo, Comanche, Kiowa, Mescalaro Apache, Osage,
Seminole Tribe of Oklahoma, Alabama Coushatta, Lakota, Siouz, Ojibwe &
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Chippewa. Chief Madina stated that over 40 invited vendors have been asked to
participate in selling their unique products, creating a diverse local economic impact
in the immediate area. American Indian food vendors, Educational exhibits, dancing
exhibitions all will be available at the event.
Chief Medina and Cheiftess Dana Medina — Member of the Caddo Nation honored the
group with 3 different types of singing and dances. A lot of press will be on this event
as well as advertised through Channel 4 representative.
Lastly, Chief Medina stated that this is where "You" come in helping with monetary
donations for Head Staff Lodging, Dance Contest Competitions, Meals & Gift Bags
for Elders & All Veterans in Attendance and Drum Contest Competitions. Ways to
donate via the web at www.taivets.com or check made out to Traditional American
Indian Veterans who served and are serving. — all are Tax deductible
Chief Medina asked that all the Mayor's present put their name in the bucket, or
business cards 3'd time ever - No one in Texas has ever received this — he will be
giving away an Official Pendleton Commanche Nation Wool Blanket "Lord of the
Plains" — this is very sacred to the nation — the winner of the drawing was Mayor
Donna Dodgen — City of Seguin. Chieftess Dana Medina honored Mayor Dodgen by
placing the blanket over Mayor Dodgen. Chieftess Dana thanked everyone for
allowing them to share their cultural with them.
Chief Median called Brenda Dennis up — he stated that in their Indian ways when
people invite them — it is their custom to given them an item. Chief Medina and
Chieftess Dana honored Brenda by giving her a blanket and specially made earrings —
made by Dana. Chief Median stated that the blankets are designed and made by them
— the reason they make them bright — is because if you are contesting — these colors
stand out. Chief Medina also stated that Chieftess Dana is registered with Washington
D. C. as an official artist of Oklahoma.
Chief Median called up the Chair of the Northeast Partnership, Mayor Victor
Contreras who was also honored by receiving a blanket, made by one of their artists in
Oklahoma — Chieftess Dana wrapped it around Victor's shoulder.
Lastly, Chief Median called up Mayor Stosh Boyle who was presented with a Buffalo
blanket. Chief Medina thanked Mayor Boyle and stated that he loves the culture of
our area.
Lastly, Chief Medina called everyone up to do a "round dance ". Following by a
closing song — all rose during the close of the program.
9. Discussion and action regarding a donation to the Indian Nation Pow Wow, event
honors the Nations Veterans Pow Wow — November 19, 20, 21, 2021. Events to be
held City of Cibolo and City of Schertz.
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Mayor Contreras recognized Mayor Daly who moved seconded by Mayor Walt
Williams to donate $5,000 to the Indian Nation Pow Wow event. The vote 8 -0 -1
with Mayor Boyle abstaining, Motion Passed.
10. Welcome and introduction of NEP's newest Member City — City of Seguin —
Mayor Donna Dodgen.
Mayor Contreras welcomed the newest NEP Member Mayor Donna Dodgen with the
City of Seguin. She stated that she excited to get involved with the NEP group.
11. Information Items.
A. Report from Tri County Chamber of Commerce
Representative Kevin Hadas stated that there is an upcoming mixer on the 26'
here at Olympia Hills 5:30.
B. Report from The Chamber.
President Maggie Titterington provided the following information:
Interviews with Dr. Ealy, CEO Michael Beavers regarding COVID
protocols - mask mandates.
Ribbon cuttings and mixer information can be found on their website.
C. Report from Randolph Air Power Community Council ( RAPCO).
Mayor John Williams with RAPCO reported that the Military
Transformation Task Force Unit is on the back burner due to the uptick in
the virus. Another Intergovernmental agreement with the City of Schertz,
EMS service at Randolph.
D. Report on Bicycle Mobility Advisory Committee.
Donna Lowder, City of Live Oak stated the committee met and reported
information on the West Side Trails — they are planning on joining the existing trail
system off I -10 and extend them to the West. Also, discussion on combining the
Bicycle and Pedestrian Committees. Future discussion on how they will combine.
E. Report from Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO).
City Councilman Kevin Hadas stated coming soon is huge news for our side of
town — every city that applied is getting something funded. He and Mayor Pro-
Tern Hicks have been attending every meeting — next month huge news.
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12. Establish a Date and Time of the next NEP Mayor's Workshop September 2, 2021 —
City of Kirby to host.
Next Mayor's Workshop will be September 2, 2021, hosted by the City of Kirby.
13. Establish a Date and Time of Next Northeast Partnership for Economic
Development Meeting — September 9, 2021.
Mayor Contreras indicated that Mayor Gutierrez will be taking the September 9d' meeting
as he will be on vacation to see his grandchildren.
August Door Prizes — City of Garden Ridge
September Door Prizes — City of Kirby
Door Prizes were provided by the City of Garden Ridge. September Door Prizes - City of
Kirby to provide.
14. Items of Interest by Members.
Mayor Robb Erickson stated that the City of Garden Ridge is having their annual Car Show
on October 23rd gam to 4 pm — Garden Ridge Community Center - Hosted by the Garden
Ridge Citizen Police Academy Alumni— proceeds go toward the City of Garden Ridge
Police Department.
Councilmember Allison Heyward and President of TML Region 7 stated that there is
information on each table regarding the upcoming TML Region 7 meeting Workshop,
August 27d', Hilton Garden Inn — Live Oak, social begins at 4:30 pm and dinner is at 5:15
pm. Speaker Jay Johnson will be providing information on Model Human Behavior
Training and Discussion. There is an option to go online and have your DISC Assessment
performed.
Mayor Contreras stated that their Marion Community Library will have a Grand re- opening
this Saturday, August 14, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. — this was their former Fire Station.
15. Adjournment.
Mayor Victor Contreras adjourned the meeting at 1:23 p.m.
Kayo ctor Contreras, Chair
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