BM 1988-09-14 EcDevThe Economic and Development Board of the City of Coppell met
on Wednesday, September 14, 1988, at 7:30 pm in the Council
Chambers of the Coppell Town Center. The following
boardmembers were present:
Guests:
MEETING MINUTES
ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
CITY OF COPPELL
David Greer
Don Hodges
Regina Johnson
Lee Richardson
Angelo Vaccaro
Paul Dishman - University of North Texas
Jim Hinson - Citizen of Coppell
The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
Item No. 1: Meeting Called to Order
Item No. 2: Approval of Minutes
Item No. 3: Chairman's Report
Item No. 4: Presentation by Paul Dishman
Item No. 1: Meeting Called to Order
Meeting called to order by Chairman Richardson at 7:30 pm.
Item No. 2: Approval of Meeting Minutes
The meeting minutes of the previous meeting held on
August 3, 1988, were reviewed and approved unanimously by the
board.
Item No. 3: Chairman's Report
Chairman Richardson reported to the board on the status of the
following prospects:
a. Martin Brower Company chose Lewisville for the site of
their new facility due to more economical land cost.
b. Galaxy /GTE has investigated sites in our area. They also
own land in Las Colinas. They have looked at Southlake,
Westlake, Grapevine, Lewisville and Los Colinas as well. They
are in need of approximately 300 acres for a facility to handle
about 3000 employees.
Memorandum of Meeting
Economic and Business Development Board
City of Coppell
Page Two
Boardmember Angelo Vaccaro report on the results of a survey
taken to produce an inventory list of commercially zoned
property. The questionaire would produce information which
could be used in providing complete data on each tract of land
in this class. However, the results of the survey were less
than desired. Please see the attached report. The results
have placed this task force into a dilemma on how best to
accomplish this objective. It was concluded by the group too
that a new survey be prepared along with a more informative
introduction letter and to continue with this tedious task.
Item No. 4: Presentation by Paul Dishman
Please refer to the attached report prepared by Paul Dishman
and the University of North Texas.
A motion was made and passed for adjournment.
END OF MEETING.
Respectfully Submitted:
Don C. Hodges
Recording Secretary
Economic and Development Board
City of Coppell
cc: Attendees
Debbie Cravey
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE UPDATE
REPORT TO E &D TASK FORCE
SEPTEMBER 14,1988
The surveys were originally mailed May 18, 1988, with a
cover letter, a questionnaire, and a self- addressed stamped
return envelope. The names and addresses were taken from
lists furnished by the Coppell Tax office. Residential and
residential zoned land was excluded from the mailing. Since
an owner may own more than one tract, one questionnaire per
tract was sent. Most of the 36 questionnaires returned were
received within 45 days of the mailing. The following
information is provided to show where we are now and allow
us to try to determine how to proceed.
1. Total surveys sent (one for each tract) -- 267.
2. Total returned -- 36.
(seven of these need additional information)
3. Returned from P.O. - incorrect address -- 7.
(correctly copied from tax info supplied)
4. Ouestionnaires that have not been returned - -23].
A) these need to be followed up.
5. Suggestions to keep up -to -date list.
A) include with tax bill
B) send at same time but separately
6. Need liason between information and owner /buyer.
7. Information needed to improve survey.
A) attach label to questionnaire with
owner information and legal
Research Report
Coppell Resident Analysis
Prepared for:
The Citizen's Economic Development Board
City of Coppell
Prepared by:
Paul Dishman
Center for Economic Development
University of North Texas
September, 1988
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Background and Objectives
Methodology
Findings and Implications
Recommendations
Appendix
Summary of Responses to Open -Ended Questions
(Computer - generated Statistical Analysis attached)
Sample Questionnaire
BACKGROUND
During the spring of 1988 the City of Coppell via the
Citizen's Economic Development Board determined that
further research was needed to enhance understanding as to
why people choose to live in Coppell. There are two reasons
for this study. One is that the Economic Development Board
has chosen a strategic path of residential and commercial
parallel development and a foiinulation of a effective
promotional message is required. Secondly, it is believed that
there is a strong relationship between company executives
affinity for certain residential areas and the influence that this
has on company relocation.
This study was administered to find out what is important to
people in Coppell and how can these positive influential
factors be communicated most efficiently.
This report contains the findings of the study and
recommendations for possible promotional activities that would
accomplish the objectives as set forth by the Citizens Economic
Development Board.
METHODOLOGY
In the summer of 1988 a four -page, direct -mail questionnaire
was sent to a random number of 500 Coppell households. Of
this number 135 were returned, either through mail -backs or
via a local drop -off point in the city of Coppell.
Of these 100 were deemed usable and complete for a net
response rate of 20 %. (Approximately 113 were returned due
to move -outs or delivery error.)
The 100 usable questionnaires were edited, coded and
tabulated for analysis. Statistical techniques used included
frequency distribution, cross - tabulation, correlation and non-
parametric techniques.
It was determined, based on the estimated population of the
targeted area, that 96 usable responses would be required to
make the findings statistically projectable.
This criteria was met.
FINDINGS
WHAT MONTH DID YOU MOVE TO COPPELL?
Findings:
Month Frequency Percentage
JANUARY 6 6.12%
FEBRUARY 10 10.20%
MARCH 4 4.08%
APRIL 5 5.10%
MAY 8 8.16%
JUNE 14 14.29%
JULY 12 12.24%
AUGUST 8 8.16%
SEPTEMBER 7 7.14%
OCTOBER 6 6.12%
NOVEMBER 9 9.18%
DECEMBER 9 9.18%
The months of June, July and February have the most "move -
in" activity during the year. As this seems to follow patterns
in residential real estate, it is believed that Coppell has the
highest numbers of "browsers" during the months of May,
June and during the Christmas holidays.
Implications: The months of April, May and June provide the best months
for short-term awareness and incentive advertising to people
visiting the city.
WHAT WERE YOUR PRIMARY REASONS
FOR MOVING TO COPPELL?
Findings:
Reason for Moving Responses
PROXIMITY TO WORK 37
LOCATION 24
GOOD REPUTATION OF SCHOOLS 23
SMALL, QUIET 22
CLOSE TO D/FW AIRPORT 14
HOUSE AVAILABLE 13
LIKED COMMUNITY 10
FOUND HOUSE WE LIKED 10
OTHER 5
COUNTRY ATMOSPHERE 5
GROWING COMMUNITY 4
"Proximity to Work" is the primary reason that people gave
for moving to Coppell (37). The general reason of
"Location" was listed 24 times followed by "Good Schools"
(23) and a "Small, Quiet Community" (22). "Close to D/FW
Airport" appeared the same number of times as "House
Available in Our Price Range ".
When the reason "Proximity to Work" was cross - matched
with where the heads of households jobs were located, there
was no correlation with choice and the distance to their work.
Implications: It appears that no matter where people work in the Metroplex
they either consider Coppell "close" to work or that they have
justified in their minds that the drive is worth the effort to live
in Coppell.
WHAT OTHER AREAS DID YOU CONSIDER?
Findings:
Area Considered Responses
CARROLLTON 48
IRVING 27
DALLAS 20
LEWISVILLE 16
FARMER'S BRANCH 13
GRAPEVINE 13
DALLAS SURBURBS 13
HURST - EULESS - BEDFORD 6
OTHER 5
ARLINGTON /GRAND PRAIRIE 4
Carrollton, with 48 responses, was ranked first among other
areas that people considered before moving to Coppell. The
Irving/Las Colinas area was second (27) and Dallas/North
Dallas was third with 20 responses. A middle grouping
appeared with similar rankings which included the cities of
Lewisville, Farmer's Branch, Grapevine and other Dallas
suburbs such as Richardson and Plano.
Implications: Carrollton appears to be Coppell's primary competitor when it
comes to people looking for a place to live.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE COPPELL OVER THESE OTHER
AREAS?
The reasons that respondents gave for finally choosing
Coppell in which to live were varied and included external
and internal dimensions. "Proximity to Work" was again
listed as the number one reason followed closely by "Small
Size ". A middle grouping appeared that include such
dimensions as "I Like the Quality of the Neighborhoods"
(16), "Housing Was Affordable" (14), "Good Reputation of
School System" (13) and "Most Home for the Value" (13).
Other items of note include the contradictory statements of "I
Liked the No- Growth Policy of the City" (6) and "I Thought
the City was Young and Aggressive" (3).
Implications: It is difficult to believe that people are choosing Coppell over
other close areas, such as Carrollton, because it is closer to
their job site. It is believe that the reason for choosing
Coppell is a multidimensional clustering of the top ranked
reasons given.
Findings:
Reasons Responses
PROXIMITY TO WORK 22
SMALL SIZE OF TOWN 21
QUALITY NEIGBORHOOD 16
AFFORDABLE HOUSING 14
GOOD REPUTATION OF SCHOOLS 13
HOME VALUE 13
NO GROWTH ATTITUDE 6
CLEAN AND NICE COMMUNITY 5
AGGRESSIVE CITY 3
CLOSE TO D/FW AIRPORT 2
BEST RENTAL VALUE 2
One observation is that the ranking of "Good Reputation of
School System" dropped in importance when the move -in
decision had to be made. It is believed that in this process of
choosing a location, other adjacent school districts are
considered to have satisfactory school systems as well, so that
this factors is not as important in the final decision.
Again, note here that proximity to D/FW Airport falls even
farther down the list than before and plays very little part in
the decision to live in Coppell.
WHERE DID YOU MOVE FROM?
Findings: You will notice that the largest portion of respondents moved
to Coppell from Dallas (27 %). But, surprisingly, at least that
many moved to Coppell from other Dallas suburbs.
Approximately 31% of the respondents moved here from
other metropolitan areas both from Texas (15 %) and outside
the state (16 %). Of particular interest is the fact that the vast
majority of the respondents moved here from Texas (83 %).
Implications: From this data it is difficult to presume that Coppell residents
are moving there to escape urban life as a goodly number
moved here from other suburban areas. When further
analyzed, there is notcorrelation between where the
respondent moved from and the reasons for choosing
Coppell.
City or Area Percentage
DALLAS 27%
OUT OF STATE 16%
OTHER TEXAS CITIES 15%
IRVING 13%
CARROLLTON/FARMER'S BRANCH 12%
MESQUITE, EAST DALLAS 7%
LEWISVILLE 4%
ARLINGTON /GRAND PRAIRIE 3%
PLANO/RICHARDSON 2%
As most people moving to Coppell are from Texas this does
imply that a specific message can be tailored to potential
move -ins within a reasonable promotional scope.
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST EXPOSURE TO COPPELL?
Findings:
Source of Information Percentage
FRIEND 19
REAL ESTATE AGENT 20
FAMILY 5
DROVE THROUGH AREA 23
When asked what was their first exposure to Coppell very
few respondents mentioned any formal advertising or
promotional effort. The primary incidents given as first
exposure were: "Driving Through Area" (23 %), "A Real
Estate Agent Showed Us Houses in the Area" (20 %) and
"Our Friends Moved to Coppell" (19 %). When this last
figure is added to "Some Family Members Moved to Coppell"
this total becomes 24% and the number one reason.
Of the 23% that did profess to having seen some form of
promotion the only items that were significant were "Housing
Advertisements in Newspaper" and "Developer's Billboards ".
Implications: Word of Mouth Campaign is the most effective promotional
medium that Coppell has. This is compounded by the fact
that word of mouth is the most powerful promotional method
that could be employed consciously or unconsciously. It is
our recommendation that this situation be exploited to the
fullest.
WHAT FACTORS ARE IMPORTANT TO LIVING IN
COPPELL?
Background: Respondents were asked to evaluate on a scale from one to
five ( "Not Important" to "Very Important ") how important
certain factors were both when they decided to move here and
now that they are residents of Coppell. This data is provided
in the following tables where the Factors are ranked three
ways: by Importance When Moving to Coppell, Importance
After Residing in Coppell and by the relative Changes in
Factor Importance.
You will notice that, for the most part, factors remained in
relative rankings both before and after moving to Coppell. In
the last column the differences have been multiplied to
provide further delineation between the factors.
IMPORTANT FACTORS WHEN MOVED HERE
Factor
QUALITY OF HOUSING
PROXIMITY TO JOB
REPUTATION OF SCHOOLS
PROXIMITY TO REG. SHOPPING
PROXIMITY TO D/FW AIRPORT
LOCAL RETAIL
MUNICIPAL LANDSCAPING
LOCAL PARKS
PROXIMITY TO LAKES
CHURCH
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
CLOSE TO FRIENDS/FAMILY
GOLF COURSE
When Moved
Here
4.52
4.24
3.95
3.54
3.52
2.83
2.81
2.80
2.64
2.53
2.51
2.41
1.69
Now
Residing
4.47
4.30
4.13
3.89
3.70
3.74
3.24
3.49
2.78
2.82
3.04
2.92
2.17
Change
-5
6
18
35
18
90
42
68
14
29
53
51
47
IMPORTANT FACTORS NOW THAT YOU ARE RESIDING IN
COPPELL
Factor
QUALITY OF HOUSING
PROXIMITY TO JOB
REPUTATION OF SCHOOLS
PROXIMITY TO REG. SHOPPING
LOCAL RETAIL
PROXIMITY TO D/FW AIRPORT
LOCAL PARKS
MUNICIPAL LANDSCAPING
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
CLOSE TO FRIENDS/FAMILY
CHURCH
PROXIMITY TO LAKES
GOLF COURSE
Factor
LOCAL RETAIL
LOCAL PARKS
COMMUNITY ACTIVI'T
CLOSE TO FRIENDS/FAMILY
GOLF COURSE
MUNICIPAL LANDSCAPING
PROXIMITY TO REG. SHOPPING
CHURCH
REPUTATION OF SCHOOLS
PROXIMITY TO D/FW AIRPORT
PROXIMITY TO LAKES
PROXIMITY TO JOB
QUALITY OF HOUSING
When Moved
IMPORTANT FACTORS (BY CHANGES)
Here
4.52
4.24
3.95
3.54
2.83
3.52
2.80
2.81
2.51
2.41
2.53
2.64
1.69
When Moved
Here
2.83
2.80
2.51
2.41
1.69
2.81
3.54
2.53
3.95
3.52
2.64
4.24
4.52
Now
Residing
4.47
4.30
4.13
3.89
3.74
3.70
3.49
3.24
3.04
2.92
2.82
2.78
2.17
Now
Residing
3.74
3.49
3.04
2.92
2.17
3.24
3.89
2.82
4.13
3.70
2.78
4.30
4.47
Change
-5
6
18
35
90
18
68
42
53
51
29
14
47
Change
90
68
53
51
47
42
35
29
18
18
14
6
-5
Findings: The factor that ranked slightly higher than the next closest
was "Quality of Housing" with a centroid of 4.52 and 4.47.
This was the only factor to lose importance in the before -after
questioning although the change was deemed statistically
insignificant. The next factor to mentioned was "Proximity to
Job" (4.24) which reinforces other information provided by
the survey. Other factors which should be included in the
"Somewhat Important" category include "Reputation of
Schools" (3.95 and 4.13), "Proximity to Regional
Shopping" (3.54 and 3.89), and "Proximity to D/FW Airport"
(3.52 and 3.70).
In the third table labeled "Changes in Factor Importance" you
can see that, although it received many negative comments,
"Local Retail" was ranked the most "improved" position.
Interestingly enough, "Proximity to Regional Shopping" (.35)
ranked only 7th in change which may denote that residents are
somewhat contented with local mercantile offerings and do
not have expectations of other shopping needs being met
within the confines of Coppell.
Here too, a middle group appears with factors that would be
more appreciated after living here for a time. These include
"Local Parks" (.68), "Community Activities" (.53), "Close to
Family and Friends" (.51) and access to a "Golf Course"
(unidentified) (.47).
DO YOU TEND TO PURCHASE GOODS AND
SERVICES IN OR OUT OF COPPELL?
Findings:
Item
GROCERIES
HARDWARE
GIFTS
PET SUPPLY
AUTO SUPPLY
HEALTH CARE
BANKING
DENTIST
SPORT GOODS
TRAVEL
ATTY
CPA
Percent
Responding
99%
81%
69%
62%
57%
54%
52%
50%
44%
27%
19%
13%
Spending
Median
95%
20%
20%
100%
25%
50%
100%
100%
10%
90%
100%
100%
Respondents were asked to list the amount of money spent on
certain goods and services, both from Coppell merchants and
others. Of these percentages a spending median was
computed which provided an insight in the consumer dollar
spent in the city limits of Coppell.
Almost all of the respondents (99 %) mentioned that they
purchased approximately 95% of their groceries at one of the
two groceries stores in Coppell. (Of the handwritten
comments Skaggs -Alpha Beta was the most commonly
mentioned.) The second commonly purchased items were
"Hardware" (81%), but only one -fifth of the hardware dollar
staying in Coppell. Of the items where the dollar were, for
the most part, completely spent in Coppell "Pet Supplies"
(62 %), "Banking" (52 %), "Dental Services" (50 %), "Legal
Services" (19 %) and "Accounting/Bookkeeping Services"
with only 13% of the respondents stating they used such
services.
WHAT RETAIL WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN COPPELL?
Type of Retail
DISCOUNT
CLINIC/HOSPITAL
WOMEN'S CLOTHING
MEN'S CLOTHING
HEALTH SPA
HO'I'EL/MO'I'EL
Responding
73%
57%
55%
50%
40%
25%
HOW MANY MEALS DO YOU EAT OUT EACH WEEK?
MEALS OUT PER WEEK
Number of
Meals out
Per Week Responses
1 14
2 19
3 20
4 11
5 11
6 5
7 4
8 2
9 14
Findings: That respondents averaged 4.11 meals out per week, but less
than 1 meal was eating in Coppell. Less than a ratio of 21 %.
WHERE DO YOU GO TO EAT OUT?
Location
DALLAS
OTHER
ADDISON
CARROLLTON
IRVING
LEWISVILT P
GRAPEVINE
Coefficient
3.42
3.00
2.92
2.87
2.56
2.01
1.70
WHERE IS YOUR JOB LOCATED?
JOB LOCATION
Location MHH* FHH* Total
LAS COLINAS/IRVING 20 22 42
DOWNTOWN DALLAS 14 19 33
OTHER 17 7 24
NORTH DALLAS /ADDISON 13 7 20
CARROLLTON/FARMERS BRANCH 10 5 15
COPPELL 3 11 14
D/FW AIRPORT 3 9 12
LEWISVILLE/DENTON CO. 5 2 7
MD- CMES 4 3 7
PLANO/RICHARDSON 1 5 6
GRAPEVINE 1 2 3
*Male and Female Head of Household
SUMMARY OF DEMOGRAPHICS
Percentage of Male Respondents
Percentage of Female Respondents
Number in
Household Percent
1 7%
2 40%
3 23%
4 22%
5 6%
6 2%
Mean Age of Male Head of Household 36.3
Mean Age of Female Head of Household 34.6
INCOME
$20,000 - $34,999
$35,000 - $49,999
$50,000 - $74,999
$75,000 $99,999
Over $100,000
Percentage of Renters Responding
Percentage of Home Owners Responding
Percentage of Respondents Who Stated this
was their First House
7 7.2%
23 23.7%
38 39.2%
20 20.6%
9 9.3%
Estimated Median Income for Respondents $66,185 per year.
18%
82%
34%
Percentage of Renters that
Would Buy a Home in Coppell 56%
43%
57%
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Summary: Coppell residents have a high regard for their city and for the
life -style that Coppell represents. They are generally
enthusiastic about Coppell and are tolerant of its identified
weaknesses.
Recommendations:
These recommendations are based on the current resources
available to the Economic Development Board, the city staff,
and/or local business and civic associations. From the results
of this study we now know what is uniquely Coppell and what
is important to people when they choose to live here. This
critical data is now available for creative processing for the
promotional campaign.
One message that was repeatedly reinforced by the findings of
this study was that the wonderfulness of Coppell must be a
proximal experienced and it is imperative that we increase the
number of people coming to Coppell. There are several
tactics which can achieve this.
The most active promotional channel that is currently being
utilized is a very positive word -of -mouth campaign by the
residents of Coppell. It is imperative that this enthusiasm
campaign be encouraged and motivated. For not only is this
technique the least expensive, but it is the most effective
method for influencing buying decisions. Under the present
resources, this should be the primary focus of the short-tenn
promotional campaign.
We do not need to tell people that it is a neat place to live, but
we need to remind them why. To this end it is suggested that
a two- faceted multi -media program be developed that can
presented to the various potential audiences including Coppell
residents (PTA's, churchs, open City Council meetings, local
business groups, etc.) as well as external groups such as area
real estate brokers, potential developers and firms considering
relocation. This program should provide information on the
profile of Coppell and its residents and fully express the
desirability to locate to Coppell.
With the production of such a program, the Coppell message
needs to be taken to Metroplex groups outside of Coppell that
have been targeted for mutual interest. These include the
realtor organizations, developers, business groups, and
certain trade associations and conferences. Coppell needs to
name an individual that can assume these evangelical duties on
a part -time basis. They should be a good speaker, possess a
positive conviction concerning the message of Coppell and be
available during business and non - business hours.
A goodly number of respondent's first exposure to Coppell
was driving through the city (reasons included: on the way to
airport, family outing, lost off 1 -35). This accomplishes two
things, it does provide the initial exposure, but it also
reinforces to the observer many of the criteria that have been
deemed important such as cleanliness, quiet neighborhoods,
available housing, green areas, etc. It is suggested that an
unmanned Information kiosk be erected for the purpose of
providing information to people that do drive through Coppell
especially during non - business hours. This kiosk should
include a graphic map, "Guide to Coppell" brochure and
additional information from other sources such as local
merchants, the school district, etc. The design for such a
facility should be discussed, but it should be weather -
protected, well- lighted and located on a main thoroughfare
such as at the comer of Sandy Lake Road and Denton Tap.
It is also suggested that portions of this report be reproduced
using inexpensive desktop - publishing techniques to be made
available for potential developers or companies considering
relocating to Coppell. This should be done as soon as
possible.
A "Guide to Coppell" brochure should be produced which
conveys many of the important factors discovered here. This
should be an informative piece which creatively
communicates the significant dimensions of Coppell life.
This might include a suggested "17 mile" drive to see special
points of interest within Coppell such as Town Hall, the new
mall, beautiful homes, etc.
It is suggested that a pavilion be built that can host
indoor /outdoor parties for large numbers of people (100 -
400). This pavilion should be erected on a plot of land with a
wonderful view of Coppell and should be representative of
the lifestyle of Coppell. The pavilion should be available for
residents to rent at a nominal fee for the entertainment of their
guests. If possible this could be adjacent to the public
swimming pool which should also be made available for after
hours rental.
It is proposed that Coppell also produce an annual event that
can focus attention on the town and the lifestyle that the
residents enjoy. The event should accomplish the following:
deliver many people into the city limits of Coppell to visit,
attract the target market that would consider moving to
Coppell, and should provide opportunity for regional press
coverage. Such events might include the Coppell 10 -K Run,
hosting the corporate olympics, triathalon competition, etc.
Cultural events include a gala fund- raising ball, outdoor art
exhibits or creation of a summer stock theater program. (We
are aware of a current program that is produced annually, but
its purpose is not directed toward the above objectives.)
A co- operative advertising program should be set up with
builders and developers in Coppell in an effort to advance
several issues. One would be to insure that Coppell is
mentioned frequently and prominently in all appropriate
advertising. It might be that Coppell could participate directly
in supporting key promotional efforts of certain projects such
as billboards on Interstate 35 or 635 or display ads in major
newspapers.
An active and constant public and press relations program
should be initiated that formalizes and focuses attention on the
variety of events and news that occurs or is related to Coppell
and its residents. This would require the services of a
professional publicist on a part -time basis. It is possible that a
talented resident could step forward and initiate this program.
It is suggested that experience and talent not be replaced by a
convenient volunteer.
With an emphasis on stimulating word -of -mouth and
increasing press coverage of Coppell, certain advertising will
still be required to enhance these efforts. It is believed that the
production of a strong "Guide to Coppell" should be the first
investment in paid promotion with attention going to
encourage co -op programs with other parties interested in
Coppell. Of primary effectiveness would be billboard
exposure along major peripheral arteries that direct drivers to
Coppell
Of key note is the information provided by the study defines a
large part of the target audience as within the confines of the
Dallas -Ft. Worth Metroplex. This creates an opportunity for
very effective and efficient promotion effort for the
identifiable window of 24 months.
APPENDIX
SUMMARY OF RESPONSES TO OPEN - ENDED QUESTIONS
Question: "If you were going to describe Coppell to friends what would
you say ?"
Typical
Responses: "small town atmosphere with all the big city advantages"
"school district is great and a lot of nice, caring people live
here"
"nice place to live, but it has a lot of improving to do"
"an up and coming Plano without the concrete"
"peaceful, quiet suburb good location but no shopping or
restaurants"
Question: "What amenities would you like to see in Coppell that you
and your household would use ?"
Typical
Responses: "swimming pool and tennis courts"
"swimming pool and bike trails"
"more restaurants"
"jogging trails, park system"
"restaurants that serve liquor" (This response occurred
unprompted in 28% of the questionnaires.)
"reduce city in- fighting" "petty, small town politics"
(Occurred in approximately 15% of the questionnaires.)
Meeting Time:
Meeting Place:
Economic and Business Development Board
Notice of Meeting
September 14, 1988
7:30 p.m. (Open to the public)
Town Center - City Council Chambers
255 Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, TX 75019
Notice is hereby given that the Economic and Business
Development Board of the City of Coppell will meet in a
special called session on Wednesday, September 14, 1988 in
the City Council Chambers of the Town Center, 255 Parkway
Boulevard, Coppell, TX. The purpose of the meeting is to
consider the following items:
Item 1: Call to Order
Item 2: Presentation by Paul Dishman - Survey Results
Item 3: Chairman's Report
Item 4: Other Business
Adjournment
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Chairman
CERTIFICATE
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board at the Town Center of the City of Coppell, TX
on the 10th day of September, 1988 at 2:00 p.m.
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Debbie Cravey
0914.ECO
Debbie Cravey
ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
NOTICE
The Economic and Business Development Board will not hold
their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, September 7,
1988. The meeting will be rescheduled for Wednesday,
September 14, 1988 when the results from the recent survey
conducted by Paul Dishman of NTSU will be made available.
CERTIFICATE
L cj, L Chairman
I certify that the above notice was posted on the bulletin
board of the Town Center of the City of Coppell, TX on the
2nd day of September 1988 at 9:00 a.m.