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NOTICE: ANY SUBJECT APPEARING ON THIS AGENDA, REGARDLESS OF HOW THE MATTER IS STATED, MAY BE ACTED UPON BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF TEXAS CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.

TEXAS CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

AGENDA

AUGUST 20, 2025 - 3:00 P.M.

CITY HALL COUNCIL ROOM
1801 9th Ave. N.
Texas City, TX 77590

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DECLARATION OF QUORUM

ROLL CALL

CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Consider Approval of the July 23, 2025, Meeting Minutes.

NEW BUSINESS

Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-20, approve Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) to James Kelly II for property located at 917 and 921 5th Avenue N. in an amount not to exceed $15,000.

Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-21, approval of an easement on Texas City Economic Development Corporation-owned property adjacent to 1025 5th Avenue North.

Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-22, approval to purchase property located at GCAD 224867 (.19 acres) immediately adjacent to 6th Street Community Plaza for an amount not to exceed $100,000.

UPDATES AND REPORTS

Small Business Development Center Update
Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce Update
Texas City ISD Update
Dickinson ISD Update

City of Texas City Staff Update

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Texas City Economic Development Corporation

TCEDC Agenda

Meeting Date:

08/20/2025

Submitted By:

Renee Edgar, City Secretary

Department:

City Secretary

ACTION REQUEST (Brief Summary)

Consider Approval of the July 23, 2025, Meeting Minutes.

BACKGROUND

ANALYSIS

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

Attachments

July 23, 205 Minutes

TCEDC Agenda

6.a.

Meeting Date:

08/20/2025

Approve Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) in an amount not to exceed $15,000.

Submitted For:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Submitted By:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Department:

Economic Development

ACTION REQUEST (Brief Summary)

Approve Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) in an amount not to exceed $15,000.

BACKGROUND

In October 2023, the Texas City Economic Development Corporation established the Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) to assist local businesses with a range of improvements. Staff has received a completed application from James Kelly II for his property located at 917 and 921 5^th Avenue N. The applicant is requesting assistance for exterior renovations to the two buildings, including installation of impact-resistant windows, replacement of exterior brick, metal awnings, exterior lighting, fencing, façade preparation/painting/sealing, and more.

Per the attached estimates, the total cost of these exterior repairs is estimated to be $81,000. As this amount exceeds $30,000, Mr. Kelly would request the full $15,000 match per the program guidelines.

Funds are available in the City of Texas City's FY2024-25 annual budget from the Texas City Economic Development Corporation, Fund 801.

ANALYSIS

Approve the Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) for repairs to 917 and 921 5^th Avenue N in an amount not to exceed $15,000.

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

Attachments

BIG application and materials

Resolution

TCEDC Agenda

6.b.

Meeting Date:

08/20/2025

Consider approval of easement on TCEDC-owned property adjacent to 1025 5th Avenue North.

Submitted For:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Submitted By:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Department:

Economic Development

ACTION REQUEST (Brief Summary)

Consider approval of an easement on Texas City Economic Development Corporation-owned property adjacent to 1025 5th Avenue North.

BACKGROUND

The Engineering and Planning Department recently received a development plan application for Paks Food Store, located at 1025 5th Avenue N, the former location of Tiger Mart.

The new owner – Saeed Gaddi – seeks to remodel the existing building as a convenience store and fuel station, compliant with all applicable codes including the Zoning Ordinance.

Part of the Development Plan includes an easement for the installation of a new driveway, to be located on Texas City Economic Development Corporation-owned property to the east of the convenience store location, GCAD 614547. This piece of property is 4.2 acres in size, with the majority utilized by the Texas City Public Works Department as a material storage yard. The necessary easement of 50 feet squared would not impact this use by Public Works.
On Monday, August 4, the Planning Board approved the Development Plan and made a recommendation to approve a requested zoning change from District "F" (Light Industrial) to District "D" (Neighborhood Service) to the Zoning Commission. This approval was conditional upon the applicant obtaining the above-referenced easement from the TCEDC.

Staff recommends approval of the easement on the basis that the new driveway contributes to compliant use of the property, and the easement does not negatively impact City operations.

ANALYSIS

Approve easement of TCEDC-owned property (2,500 square feet, 50' by 50') adjacent to 1025 5th Avenue North to allow for the construction of a new driveway for Paks Food Store.

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

Attachments

Planning Board item (background)

Graphics and insight

Resolution

TCEDC Agenda

6.c.

Meeting Date:

08/20/2025

Consider approval of property purchase immediately adjacent to 6th Street Community Plaza in an amount not to exceed $100,000.

Submitted For:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Submitted By:

Kristin Edwards, Economic Development

Department:

Economic Development

ACTION REQUEST (Brief Summary)

Consider approval of property purchase immediately adjacent to 6th Street Community Plaza for an amount not to exceed $100,000.

BACKGROUND

The Texas City Economic Development Corporation has invested nearly $7 million in the 6th Street Community Plaza, located at 718 6th Street.
An adjacent property owner, Mr. Bruce Luerson, had previously discussed the sale of his property – GCAD 224867, approximately .19 acres – to the TCEDC, but his asking price was not feasible at the time. Recently, Mr. Luerson approached EDC staff with a proposed purchase price of $100,000 for the property.
Staff supports this purchase as it will open up additional green space for attendees to the 6th Street Community Plaza to enjoy. While the amenity already includes a food truck park, water play area, performance stage and dog park, this additional space will allow for open play.

After internal discussion, staff communicated a conditional offer to purchase the property for the cost above, contingent upon approval by the EDC. Mr. Luerson has indicated that he is fully prepared to accept the offer. Of note, the property is currently listed under the name of his daughter, Hadley Ann Luerson. Upon receipt of an updated Power of Attorney form from her, Mr. Luerson will have the documentation required to complete the sale.
Funds are available in the City of Texas City's FY2024-25 annual budget from the Texas City Economic Development Corporation, Fund 801.

ANALYSIS

Approve property purchase of GCAD 224867 (.19 acres) immediately adjacent to 6th Street Community Plaza for an amount not to exceed $100,000.

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

Attachments

Luerson property info

Resolution