BM 1999-02-03 EcDevCOPPELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
February 3, 1999
MINUTES
The Coppell Economic Development Partnership met at 7:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, February 3, 1999 at Coppell Town Center, 2nd Floor
Conference Room, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The
following were present: Scarlett Hovland, Mary Ann Kellam, Pamela
Kurtzman, Isabelle Moro, Pat Murphy, Gary Roden, Bill Rohloff, Gary
Sieb, City Manager, Jim Witt, and Councilmembers Doug Stover, and
Larry Wheeler.
1. Call to Order
Chairman Bill Rohloff called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes
It was moved by Pat Murphy and seconded by Gary Roden that the
minutes of January 6, 1999 be approved, except that Item 3 and
Item 4 need to show that the motions passed unanimously. The
motion passed unanimously.
3. Presentation of GTE Contribution
Gary Sieb noted that the presentation of GTE had been
postponed and will be rescheduled.
4. Discussion of Corporate Reorganization by MJDesigns
Gary Sieb provided copies of newspaper articles about
MJDesign's reorganization. The partnership expressed concerns
about the possible vacancy of the MJDesign facility. MJDesign
was granted 5 -year tax abatement, which is still in effect for
the next 2 years. Discussion followed. The partnership will
continue to follow the progress of MJDesign's reorganization.
5. Update on the Impact of a Freeport Exemption
City Manager, Jim Witt shared with the partnership that he had
met in person with Mr. Buddy Echols, Superintendent of Coppell
ISD concerning the impact of a Freeport Exemption on the
Coppell ISD study by Moak, Casey & Associates, LLP. Mr.
Echols understood the importance and the urgency of the issue,
however the school bond issue is still first priority for the
school board. Mr. Echols agreed to have the triple freeport
issue on the CISD's March meeting agenda. A joint work session
with the partnership and school board members will also be
scheduled for March. Up to this point no feed back has been
received from the school board on the study by Moak, Casey &
Associates. It was mentioned that Ralph and Cornelia Heins
with Primera Companies, Inc. addressed the issue of Freeport
Tax Exemption at the January school board meeting. Bill
Rohloff will keep the partnership updated as CISD moves
forward with the triple freeport study.
6. Update on Current Commercial and Industrial Projects
Isabelle Moro provided copies of a report she drafted showing
non-residential construction activities in Coppell. She
reviewed the report while showing the sites on the aerial map.
.The partnership found the report to be very helpful. Isabelle
will update the report for each meeting. Gary Sieb shared
that there are 10 acres left for multi -family development,
less than 300 acres for residential development, and less than
2000 acres left for industrial development. Discussion
followed on the importance of retaining development in Coppell
with build -out being accomplished in the near future.
7. General Discussion and Other Business
Gary Sieb informed the partnership that FourSeasons will be
relocating elsewhere in the metroplex.
Councilman Larry Wheeler expressed a concern in the
development of old town Coppell. He would like to see it kept
as a historical area. Discussion followed on what financial
incentives could be offered to businesses in old town Coppell.
It was mentioned that the possibility of a consultant to come
and offer a development plan. It was noted that the
properties in old town Coppell are owned by various persons.
City staff will research financial incentives offered to
businesses located in the historic district cities in the
Dallas/Fort Worth region.
Pat Murphy provided a news article on the Dallas Hospital
merger and how that may affect the proposed development of
Presbyterian Hospital in Coppell. Gary Sieb shared with the
partnership that the project had been put on hold for now and
he will continue to keep abreast of the situation.
With no further business to discuss it was moved by Mary Ann
Kellam and seconded by Pat Murphy that the meeting adjourn.
By unanimous vote, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Scarlett Hovland
COPPELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
Wednesday, February 3, 1999
Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m. (Open to the Public)
Meeting Place: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Coppell Town Center
Notice is hereby given that the Economic Development Partnership will meet in regular session on
Wednesday, February 3, 1999 at 7:00 p.m., in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at the Coppell Town Center,
255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
Item 1: Call to Order
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Item 2: Approval of Minutes: January 6, 1999 114 6"7 0 t'l 1
Item 3: Presentation of GTE contribution to the Coppell Economic Development Partnership
(Rohloff/Sieb)
Item 4: Discussion of recent corporate reorganization announcement by MJDesigns (Rohloff)
Item 5: Update on CISD consideration of Freeport Tax Ex mption on the CIO,
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Item 6: Update on Current Commercial and Industrial Projects (Moro)
Item 7: General Discussion and Other Business (Sieb)
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Adjournment
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1�R CERTIFICATE
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I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted at 5:00 p.m. on the bulletin board at the Town Center of
the City of Coppell, Texas, on Friday, January 29, 1999.
Scarlett Hovland, Secretary
Public Notice Statement for ADA Compliance
The City of Coppell acknowledges its responsibility to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990. Thus, in order to assist individuals with disabilities who require special service (i.e., sign
interpretative services, alternative audio/visual devices, and amanuenses) for participation in or access to
the City of Coppell sponsored public programs, services and/or meetings, the City requests that
individuals make requests for meeting. To make arrangements, contact Vivyon V. Bowman, ADA
Coordinator, or other designated official at (972) 462-0022 or (TDD 1-800-RELAY,TX,1-800-7352989)
COPPELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
Wednesday, February 3, 1999
Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m. (Open to the Public)
Meeting Place: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Coppell Town Center
Notice is hereby given that the Economic Development Partnership will meet in regular session on
Wednesday, February 3, 1999 at 7:00 p.m., in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at the Coppell Town Center,
255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
Item 1: Call to Order
Item 2: Approval of Minutes: January 6, 1999
Item 3: Presentation of GTE contribution to the Coppell Economic Development Partnership
(Rohloff/Sieb)
Item 4: Discussion of recent corporate reorganization announcement by MJDesigns (Rohloff)
Item 5: Update on CISD consideration of Freeport Tax Exemption on the CISD
(Rohloff/Witt/Sieb)
Item 6: Update on Current Commercial and Industrial Projects (Moro)
Item 7: General Discussion and Other Business (Sieb)
Adjournment
CERTIFICATE
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted at 5:00 p.m. on the bulletin board at the Town Center of
the City of Coppell, Texas, on Friday, January 29, 1999.
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Public Notice Statement for ADA Compliance
The City of Coppell acknowledges its responsibility to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990. Thus, in order to assist individuals with disabilities who require special service (i.e., sign
interpretative services, alternative audio/visual devices, and amanuenses) for participation in or access to
the City of Coppell sponsored public programs; services and/or meetings, the City requests that
individuals make requests for meeting. To make arrangements, contact Vivyon V. Bowman, ADA
Coordinator, or other designated official at (972) 462-0022 or (TDD 1-800-RELAY,TX,1-800-7352989)