BM 2010-08-04 EcDev
COPPELL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
August 4, 2010
MINUTES
The Coppell Economic Development Committee met at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at Daryl
Flood, Conference Room, 450 Airline Drive, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following were present: Gary
Roden,, Don Carroll, James Walker, Matt Hall, Adam Darowski, Christi Green, Mindi Hurley, Clay
Phillips, and Scarlett Hovland.
Call to Order
1.
With a quorum present, Gary Roden called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
Introductions
2.
Mindi Hurley introduced Daryl Flood and thanked him for his generous hospitality for the
meeting to take place at his business.
Mindi introduced Adam Darowski who is replacing Greg Jenkins.
Presentation by Daryl Flood
3.
Mr. Flood shared the history of the company and explained that Daryl Flood provides
moves that are local, regional, and national.
Mr. Flood presented a power point regarding the company’s leadership philosophy.
Discussion followed. Mr. Flood left the committee with the question of “What do we need
to build social capital in the City of Coppell?
Approval of Minutes: June 2, 2010
4.
It was moved by Matt Hall and seconded by James Walker that the minutes of the June 2, 2010
meeting be approved. The motion passed unanimously.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Convene Executive Session (Closed to Public)
5.
A. Section 551.087, Texas Government Code – Economic Development Negotiations.
1. Economic Development Prospects west of State Highway 121 and north of Trade
Center.
2. Economic Development Prospects east of Freeport Parkway and north of Bethel
Road.
3. Economic Development Prospects west of Freeport Parkway and north of Bethel
Road.
Gary Roden convened into Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. as under the above
stated articles and discussed Item 1, 2, and 3. Gary recessed the Executive
Session at 6:50 p.m. and opened the Regular Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to Public)
Incentive Discussion
6.
Mindi advised that incentives could be tailored to specific areas after the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan is approved by City Council. The Comprehensive Land Use Plan will
address and take into consideration sustainable land use practices, revitalization efforts
where applicable, new zoning concepts, and existing plans such as the Thoroughfare,
Parks & Open Space, Old Coppell Master Plan, and others.
Discussion followed.
Mindi advised that an open house community meeting will be held on September 23 at
Town Center beginning at 6:30 p.m. for citizen comments regarding the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan. Mindi strongly encouraged the committee to attend.
Business Retention
7.
Mindi noted that she has contacted Scott Day with the National Historic Trust. He is a
consultant that specializes in improving curb appeal for businesses while working within
the City’s current ordinances.
Mindi advised that the cost to have him present would be $500 - $2,000, depending on the
contributions of other businesses.
Scott would provide information on storefront and curb appeal of existing businesess,
general ideas for upgrade and renovation, promotional ideas and signage to make
suggestions within existing sign guidelines, shopping center appeal, interim streetscape
appeal during construction, and temporary construction/detour signage suggestions to
attract business during construction.
Discussion followed.
It was moved by James Walker and seconded by Matt Hall that $500 be contributed to the
presentation by Scott Day with National Historic Trust. The motion passed unanimously.
Mindi advised that she would like to plan three breakfasts per year regarding executive
series for business retention. The breakfasts would be held in October, January, and April.
Mindi asked that each committee member provide potential topics and/or speakers for the
breakfasts.
Board Applications
8.
Mindi advised that the Boards & Commissions applications needed to be completed and
delivered to the City Secretary’s office by September 24. Five of the Economic
Development Committee members have terms expiring and must re-apply if they want to
continue serving on the committee. These members include Bill Rohloff, Gary Roden,
Bradley Snyder, Kenneth Luttmer, and Adam Darowski.
Chamber of Commerce Update
9.
Christi Greene reviewed the following dates and events:
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The Chamber will celebrate its 20 anniversary at the luncheon on August 25 at
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the Hilton DFW Lakes Conference Center.
On September 25 the chamber will be hosting A Taste of Coppell at the Senior
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and Community Center from 6 – 8 p.m.
The annual Coppell Chamber Golf Classic will be held on October 11 at the
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Cowboys Golf Club.
The Community Calendar on the Chamber website is open to citizen and
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businesses to post events.
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The Chamber’s website won 3 place in their division among chambers in Texas.
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The website was created in March.
The teacher’s breakfast will be held on August 10 at Coppell Middle School
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North. Approximately 180 new teachers will be attending the breakfast.
School District Update
10.
Early voting and temporary locations will be available for the increase Tax Election for
Coppell ISD beginning August 25 through Sept. 7. Election Day is September 11.
General Discussion and Update on Commercial and Industrial Projects
10.
Railroad Crossing Maintenance will begin this month.
The Kolberg project plan has been modified and is awaiting financing.
Mindi reviewed projects under construction and businesses that are now open or opening
soon.
Mindi reviewed developments being brought forward to the Development Review
Committee.
With no further business to discuss, it was moved by James Walker and seconded by Don Carroll that the
meeting adjourn. By unanimous vote, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Scarlett Hovland