TEXAS CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018- 4:00 PM
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018- 4:00 PM
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
The Texas City Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors met April 11, 2018, at 4:00 pm, in the City Hall Conference Room, 1801 9th Avenue North, in Texas City, Texas. A quorum having been met, the meeting was called to order at 4:00 pm with the following in attendance:
(1)
ROLL CALL
- Present:
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- Mark Ciavaglia, Chairperson
- Harold Fattig, Vice-Chairperson
- Mitchell Chuoke, Director
- Randy Dietel, Director
- Laura Boyd, Ex-Officio Member / Treasurer
- Absent:
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- Matthew T. Doyle, Mayor / Director
- Staff Present:
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- Nicholas Finan, Executive Director of Management Services
- James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services
- Russell F. Plackemeier, City Attorney
- Ryan McClellen, City Staff
- Rhomari Jackson, City Staff
- George Fuller, City Staff
- Jesse Rubio, Assistant Fire Chief
- Justin Herter, Secretary
- Attendees:
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- Henry Gomez, Resident
(2)
NEW BUSINESS
(a)
Approve Texas City Economic Development Corporation Board Meeting Minutes for December 6, 2017.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, explained that due to a computer failure just prior to the December 6th meeting, we are asking for approval of the minutes of this meeting.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, explained that due to a computer failure just prior to the December 6th meeting, we are asking for approval of the minutes of this meeting.
Motion by Vice-Chairperson Harold Fattig, Seconded by Director Randy Dietel
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(b)
Approve Texas City Economic Development Corporation Board Meeting Minutes for February 14, 2018.
Motion by Vice-Chairperson Harold Fattig, Seconded by Director Randy Dietel
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(c)
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-04, ratifying lease agreement with Melinda Medellin Quiroga, d/b/a Bronco Burritos, for the parking lot located at 718 6th Street North.
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated that Bronco Burritos wanted to put in a food truck in the parking lot. James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, added that it is a six-month agreement for a dollar a month and he is allowed to sub-lease. This will allow him to see what response he gets to his food and determine if he wants to have a permanent business on 6th street. The City put in power poles and he will be responsible for all utilities.
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated that Bronco Burritos wanted to put in a food truck in the parking lot. James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, added that it is a six-month agreement for a dollar a month and he is allowed to sub-lease. This will allow him to see what response he gets to his food and determine if he wants to have a permanent business on 6th street. The City put in power poles and he will be responsible for all utilities.
Motion by Director Mitchell Chuoke, Seconded by Vice-Chairperson Harold Fattig to approve Resolution No. 18-04.
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(d)
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-05, ratifying expenditures to repair the the parking lots located at 800 and 718 6th Street North.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated the parking lots were rutted out and public works provided the labor and equipment to repair them so all we are paying for is the materials.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated the parking lots were rutted out and public works provided the labor and equipment to repair them so all we are paying for is the materials.
Motion by Vice-Chairperson Harold Fattig, Seconded by Director Mitchell Chuoke to approve Resolution No. 18-05.
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(e)
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-06, approving an agreement with the Salvation Army to assist with construction of a new facility in exchange for workforce training.
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated the Salvation Army will provide workforce training for people in need and this facility will have a number of classrooms. They will work with the community college and industry to provide proper training for those looking for employment. TCEDC will provide $60,000 towards the build-out of the training facility.
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated the Salvation Army will provide workforce training for people in need and this facility will have a number of classrooms. They will work with the community college and industry to provide proper training for those looking for employment. TCEDC will provide $60,000 towards the build-out of the training facility.
Motion by Chairperson Mark Ciavaglia, Seconded by Director Mitchell Chuoke to approve Resolution No. 18-06.
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(f)
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-07, approving expenditures to install new wayfinding LED signs in front of Fire Stations 1 and 3.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated this will update the old signs at the fire stations with LED signs that will direct people to different destinations and events. This will be paid for using the funding from the Livable Centers project. The Fire Department is paying for the electrical to the signs.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated this will update the old signs at the fire stations with LED signs that will direct people to different destinations and events. This will be paid for using the funding from the Livable Centers project. The Fire Department is paying for the electrical to the signs.
Motion by Vice-Chairperson Harold Fattig, Seconded by Director Randy Dietel to approve Resolution No. 18-07.
Vote: 4 - 0 CARRIED
(3)
UPDATES
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated there continues to be activity on 6th street.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated that Hey Mikey's purchased another machine that will double his capacity. He is doing very well and is cleaning up the building behind him. Upcoming events on 6th street include a car show and art walk.
Nick Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated there continues to be activity on 6th street.
James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Services, stated that Hey Mikey's purchased another machine that will double his capacity. He is doing very well and is cleaning up the building behind him. Upcoming events on 6th street include a car show and art walk.
(4)
BOARD COMMENTS
Mark Ciavaglia, Chairperson, added there have been several meetings with businesses and citizens regarding 6th street. They have formed a group and have members paying a monthly fee to belong to it. The money will be used for advertising to promote 6th street. Additionally, the election for the City is coming up in May and there is a bond item for Texas City ISD.
Mark Ciavaglia, Chairperson, added there have been several meetings with businesses and citizens regarding 6th street. They have formed a group and have members paying a monthly fee to belong to it. The money will be used for advertising to promote 6th street. Additionally, the election for the City is coming up in May and there is a bond item for Texas City ISD.
(5)
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Mark Ciavaglia made a Motion to ADJOURN at 4:15 pm. The meeting was adjourned.
Board Secretary
Texas City Economic Development Corporation
Date Approved: ____________________