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HomeMy WebLinkAboutColleyville Economic Development Corporation (CEDC)-Minutes-8/10/2010,~~~„~ , City of Colleyville 100 Main Street f 'a ^~ ~~, Colleyville, Texas 76034 ~'-~~~~~ ~ 817.503.1000 ~~ Agenda ,,,t„~ www.colleyvi Ile.com Colleyville Economic Development Corporation Board Tuesday, August 10, 2010 7:00 PM Executive Conference Room, Third Floor 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION 2a Colleyville Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) Fiscal Year 2010 (FY 2010) budget update 2b Discussion of the FY 2011 - 2015 Economic Development Capital Improvement Program (EDCIP) priorities 3. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify the above agenda was posted on the bulletin boards at City Hall on Friday, August 6, 2010, by 5:00 Cynthia Singleton, TRMC, CMC City Secretary Any matter on this agenda may, at the discretion of the governing body, be opened for public comment and discussion. 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City of Colleyville Page 1 Printed on 8/6/2010 ~`°~" City of Colleyville ~ Minutes rl'Yi~1+ Economic Development Corporation Board City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817. 503.1000 www.colleyville.com Tuesday, August 10, 2010 7:00 PM Executive Conference Room, Third Floor The Colleyville Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors' worksession was called to order by President David Kelly on August 10, 2010, at 7:24 p.m. 2. 2a 2b Colleyville Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) Fiscal Year 2010 (FY 2010) budget update Finance Manager Terry Leake provided an update of the Economic Development Corporation Fiscal Year 2010 budget, stated in anticipation of revenue deficit, a $10,000 transfer to the Arts Fund was eliminated and construction of the Senior Center open area elements delayed, reviewed the status of current projects and answered questions of the Board. Discussion ensued regarding the construction of the quad gates at the Webb House Crossing trail, potential grant funding and the delay of the Senior Center open area project. Discussion of the FY 2011 - 2015 Economic Development Capital Improvement Program (EDCIP) priorities Finance Manager Terry Leake reviewed the Economic Development Capital Improvement Program priorities and answered questions of the Board. Ms. Leake stated there is a reduction of the projection of sales tax growth from 2% to 1 % annually throughout the next five years, a ROLL CALL: Directors Carol Wollin, Stan Hall, Sue Kijowski, Greg Appel, Carel Tornes and Vice President Tom Hart were present. President David Kelly, General Manager Jennifer Fadden, Finance Manager Terry Leake, Economic Development Director Marty Wieder, Community Development Director Ron Ruthven, Public Works Director Steve Chutchian, Marketing Coordinator Ashley Stathatos, Communications and Marketing Director Mona Gandy, Parks and Recreation Director Monica Walsh, Library Director Mary Rodne and Secretary Cynthia Singleton were also present. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION City of Colleyville Page 1 Printed on 9/1/2010 Economic Development Minutes August 10, 2010 Corporation Board reduction of projected interest income, due to projected investment return rates, is continuing to remain at record low levels and outlined the expenditures of the EDCIP projects. Ms. Leake provided information regarding the status of the Senior Center Open Area, Phase I project. There was general discussion regarding the timeline and cost of developing the City trails. General Manager Jennifer Fadden stated the primary reason the Senior Center Open Area project was not executed this year is due to a decrease in sales tax revenue. Economic Development Director Marty Wieder provided an overview of the promotional budget, the structure of City special events and outlined the proposed Special Events Policy. Discussion ensued regarding the parameters allowed by law of the percentage of the CEDC budget allocated to promotional items and maximizing the use of the funds. It was determined an opinion would be obtained from the City Attorney regarding the interpretation of the law related to the use of CEDC funds for promotional items. Discussion continued regarding partnerships with local businesses for the development and sponsorship of special events and using social media for the promotion of City events. General Manager Jennifer Fadden stated there are additional promotional and advertising dollars in the General Fund Economic Development budget. Finance Manager Terry Leake stated the CEDC Board will meet August 24, 2010, for consideration of adopting the budget and EDCIP Plan. Ms. Leake reported the costs for developing the Senior Center arbor and outdoor area is $65,000. President Kelly requested staff determine the feasibility of funding the construction of the arbor and outdoor area at the Senior Center. General Manager Jennifer Fadden stated funds may be available in the Park Land Dedication fund. City of Colleyville Page 2 Printed on 9/1/2010 Economic Development Minutes August 10, 2010 Corporation Board 3. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the CEDC Board, President Kelly adjourned the worksession at 8:06 p.m. APPROVED BY A VOTE OF AYES, ABSTENTIONS ON THIS THE DAY OF Minutes to en and ared by: Cynthia Singleton, TRMC, C C City Secretary NAYS AND ~ 2010. City of Colleyville Page 3 Printed on 9/1/2010