BM 1988-02-10 EcDevMEETING MINUTES
ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
CITY OF COPPELL
February 23, 1988
The Economic and Development Board of the City of Coppell met on Wednesday
February 10, 1988, at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers of the Coppell Town
Center. The following boardmembers were present:
David Greer
Don Hodges
Lee Richardson
Angelo Vaccaro
Absent:
Regina Johnson
Guests:
Lou Duggan - Mayor of Coppell
Tom Morton - Coppell City Council Liaison
The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
Item No. 1: Call to Order
Item No. 2: Approval of Minutes
Item No. 3: Mayor's Report
Item No. 4: Chairman's Report
Item No. 5: Committee Reports
Item No. 6: Consideration of Advertisement in the Coppell Gazette
Item No. 1: Call to Order.
Chairman Richardson noted that a quorum was present.
Item No. 2: Approval of Meeting Minutes.
David Greer moved for approval of minutes as submitted. Seconded by
Don C. Hodges. All members voted for the motion.
Item No. 3: Mayor's Report.
Mayor Duggan reported that he was excited to see that the Economic
Development Board was moving in a positive direction. In the past the board
had lacked direction. He also invited the board to attend a press
conference on Friday afternoon when he plans to announce the beginning of a
program which will help us develop a plan that is strategic and executable.
He mentioned that we have access to utilitize the updated video program that
perpetuates our attitude, past history, and growth.
Memorandum of Meeting
Economic and Business Development Board
City of Coppell
February 23, 1988
Page Two
Mayor Duggan presented that the council was going to provide us clear cut
direction to make recommendations to the council. This will allow us to
pursue opportunities for development and growth.
In a very objective fashion, Mayor Duggan is eager to see our strategic plan
so we may budget for the program which will allow us to start the pursuit.
Mayor Duggan cautioned the board on discussing means of funding that we do
not develop false impression about the availability of funds from the state
and federal government. "Frankly" he stated, "the monies are not there."
The monies are not available. However, there are untapped sources that we
should research and pursue what is available. Be careful of such funds that
may have strings attached. It could be detrimental to Coppell, for
example, subsidized housing could be forced upon us.
Some of the issues we will see in the future. One is to develop a clear
actual, executable, strategic plan that will be approved by council. If we
develop this plan in 1988, the E.D.C. will have done the City of Coppell a
greater service than we can ever imagine.
Please be aware of the Open Meetings Law and seek any advice we need on this
law from the city attorney. Be very careful in this area.
In 1988 we will see resolution of the annexation problems by the city
council. When this happens we will see a tremendous opportunity of how the
land will develop.
A question and answer period was then in order witih questions regarding
direction of economic development, transportation, and municipal utilities
districts.
The mayor pointed out that highway improvements in 1988 will be in the
east -west direction.
Chairman Richardson commented on the meeting conducted with the property
owners on the west side concerning the creation of the R.U.D. and M.U.D.
which would provide an industrial park atmosphere. This alone would improve
property values and offer a developed area for businesses to locate.
Mayor Duggan praised the board on its methodical approach to planning and
felt that council would endorse our stragtegies to promote economic
development.
Memorandum of Meeting
Economic and Business
City of Coppell
February 23, 1988
Page Three
Development Board
Item No. 4: Chairman's Report.
Chairman Richardson reported that this past week that we were informed by
the Metro Chamber of Commerce that they had several businesses interested in
locating in the Metrocrest area.
Metro Chamber requested that we, the Economic Development Board, be present
at the briefing. Boardmember Vaccaro attended in Chairman Richardson's
place. Chairman Richardson requested that Boardmember Vaccaro report on the
briefing to the board. Boardmember Vaccaro's report is the following:
The meeting was called by the Chamber Director C.J. Webster on Monday,
February 08, 1988. The Director of Development from Carrollton, Assistant
Director of Development from Addison along with representatives from T.U.
Electric, Lone Star Gas, and GTE attended the briefing. C.J. Webster's
reason for the meeting was to discuss the proper way for distributing the
information request from the prospects. It was agreed by all that the
briefing was the appropriate action by the chamber. They reviewed four
different request from prospects which were:
1. John Deer Co. Looking specifically at Addison and Carrollton area.
2. Truck Leasing Co. C.J. Webster was sending information on the different
cities.
3. Real Estate Broker. Representing a clothing manufacturer 70,000 sf
facility which they were concerned about transportation, political
climate, co-op electrical service, and GTE phone system.
4. Semiconductor Manufacturing Facility. Needing 23,000 to 65,000 sf
presented by New Business Consultant Ed Atchley. Major concerns were
being located too close to the airport, ground vibration, continuous
water with hiring requirements up to 150 employees in year five. A
second meeting was held concerning this prospect and it included
everyone from the previous meeting plus Farmers -Branch. The principals
along with Ed Atchley attended this two hour long session. Discussed
all needs and requirements.
Boardmember Vaccaro reported that the Director of Development was totally
prepared with an impressive presentation. Boardmember Vaccaro delivered a
copy of their information package to the board. He also reported that the
prospect was looking for a build to suit situation. It would house a first
generation product in the U.S. The principals combined experience is about
fifty years. City of Carrollton presented programs such as I.D.B., target
jobs, and tax abatements. Basically it was a question and answer program.
Bill Thompson, George Connell, and James Brown all were identified by
Boardmember Vaccaro as landowners capable of providing land and structures.
Memorandum of Meeting
Economic and Business Development Board
City of Coppell
February 23, 1988
Page Four
Vaccaro then would contact these individuals about the prospect and allow
them to contact them. Next he was to schedule a meeting with the principals
with Tom Morton to discuss the different programs available with the city
and state. They are looking for a seven month completion time. Employee
base that is needed are basically technicians and an area such as ours is
desirable.
Further discussion on how this deal could be made and some research on what
possibly might be available. Boardmember Vaccaro is to contact the local
developers and set up meetings with Tom Morton and the principals.
Chairman Richardson pointed out that C.J. Webster is making sure of an
effort to include Coppell in the information of prospects.
Next Tuesday, February 16, 1988 is a work session for the City Council on
Economic Development and is open to the Boardmembers.
Item No. 5: Committee Reports
Each committee gave an informal report on their progress.
First was David Greer on the bylaws. He explained that these bylaws were a
compilation of bylaws from the different boards. It is condensed being
somewhat complete. He explained all the articles. Some discussion was had
by the team members and it was decided that would be discussed further at
the council workshop. However it may be recommended that we amend the
ordinance related to the team member concept. This item was tabled to the
next meeting at which time it will be recommended to council that the bylaws
be put into force.
Boardmember Greer reported on his committee, determining incentives, and
that they were assembling this information.
Boardmember Hodges reported on his committee, determining prospects. He
explained that the committee had conducted their first meeting with each
member being assigned a different portion to prepare. Scheduled to meet
next week after the press conference by Lou Duggan and the workshop.
Chairman Richardson asked if Jay Kobrin was checking into information
regarding the bulk mail facility in Atlanta. Hodges responded yes.
Boardmember Vaccaro reported on defining strengths. They are preparing a
survey letter to help confirm information on what things are available, land
and lease space. He reported that he attended the DART meeting on what was
in store for the Coppell area. Chairman Richardson suggested that
Boardmember Vaccaro contact Bill Thompson on land owners in the west side
area.
Memorandum of Meeting
Economic and Business Development Board
City of Coppell
February 23, 1988
Page Five
Boardmember Johnson was not present so Chairman Richardson reported on her
committee's progress and what they were compiling and who whey have
contacted such as the utility companies who have offered to help our board.
Lone Star Gas has an Economic Development department which has an economic
profile dated 1988. They also have people who will help train us in
planning economic development. Boardmember Johnson's group will be meeting
on February 23, 1988, to finalize their report.
Chairman Richardson said that by our next meeting we may not be completely
through with our goal but should fairly close to being finished.
Item No. 6: Consideration of Advertisement in the Coppell Gazette.
Lee Richardson presented a sample of an advertisement that was used last
year in the Gazette and pointed out that in the previous meeting the board
had approved for recommending that the city purchase a similar ad in the
Metrocrest News which was approved by the City Council. The advertisement
would be run in the Progress addition of the Gazette. Cost would be $630
for a full page plus $25 for each additional color used. Chairman
Richardson called for the board's discussion on the purchase. Boardmember
Greer asked how many copies would be distributed. Chairman Richardson
responded that it would be mailed to every household in Coppell and would
provide additional copies to the city and Chamber of Commerce. Greer asked
what would be the cost of a half page ad. Richardson assumed that the cost
would be approximately half of the full page cost. Greer then asked if the
insert would be distributed to all of the Metrocrest. It was reported that
it would only be distributed in Coppell. He then asked if any businesses
outside Coppell would be allowed to purchase ads in the insert. Chairman
Richardson it would be strictly for Coppell business and it is designed as
an economic update report to the citizens.
Bordmember Vaccaro moved that we purchase a full page advertisement in the
Progress section of the Coppell Gazette to be produced in full color.
Seconded by David Greer. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion made by Boardmember Greer to adjourn. Seconded by Don C. Hodges and
the motion carried.
END OF MEETING.
Respectf y Sub t
Don C. Hodges
Recording Secretary
Economic and Development Board
City of Coppell
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Notice of Meeting
February 10, 1988
MEETING TIME: 7:30 p.m. (Open to Public)
MEETING PLACE:
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 special called session on Wednesday,
February 10, 1988 at 7:30 p.m. 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: Consideration of Approval of Minutes
Item 3: Mayor's Report - Update on Current Events in Coppell
Item 4: Chairman's Report
Item 5: Committee's Report
Item 6: Consideration of Advertisement in Coppell Gazette
Adjournment
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 5th day of
February, 1988 at 11:00 a.m.
Debbie Cravey
AGENDA.021088
MDEBI
Notice of Meeting
February 10, 1988
MEETING TIME: 7:30 p.m. (Open to Public)
MEETING PLACE:
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 special called session on Wednesday,
February 10, 1988 at 7:30 p.m. 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: Consideration of Approval of Minutes
Item 3: Mayor's Report - Update on Current Events in Coppell
Item 4: Chairman's Report
Item 5: Committee's Report
Item 6: Consideration of Advertisement in Coppell Gazette
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 5th day of
February, 1988 at 11:00 a.m.
re..
Debbie Cravey
AGENDA.021088
MDEBI