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AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CITY HALL, 117 COOK STREET, DAYTON, TX 77535
JOINT SESSION WITH CITY COUNCIL
Monday, February 6, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In accordance with the Texas Government Code Section 551.072:
Deliberate real estate transactions.
- In accordance with the Texas Government Code Section 551.087:
Deliberation about economic development: Project Steel
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
2nd day of February 2012 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 2nd day of February 2012.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Monday, January 9, 2012
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTORS
- ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2012
- President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer
- Appoint Grant Committee
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting November 14, 2011
- Minutes of Special Board Meeting December 8, 2011
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Take Action on November 2011 Financial Statements
- Approve 2011 Budget Reconciliation Amendment
- Approve Annual Incentive Payment to Global Tubing
- Approve Incentive Payment to Riverside Development, LLC
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS
- Susan Simmons, 1204 N Main Street
- City Infrastructure Improvement Request, City Manager/City Engineer
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Directors Report on Project Activity, Office Management and Retail Marketing
- Annual Website Update
- Nomination of Annual Business Awards
- LEGAL ITEMS
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding City infrastructure funding
- Consider any action regarding Simmons project
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
5th day of January 2012 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 5th day of January 2012.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Monday, January 9, 2012, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
Consultation with DCDC Attorney about pending or contemplated litigation OR a settlement offer.
- Section 551.074 - To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee OR to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee.
- Section 551.087 - To discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the
DCDC has received from the following prospect(s), as a potential business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay, or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting economic development negotiations, OR to deliberate the offer of financial incentives to any business listed below which represents a business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting or considering economic development negotiations.
- Simmons Project
- City Infrastructure Funding
- Section 551.072 - Deliberate real estate transactions.
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 5th day of January, 2012, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00 p.m. on the 5th day of January, 2012.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Thursday, December 8, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- New Board Member Appointments and 2012 Re-Appointments
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
2nd day of December, 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 2nd day of December, 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Monday, November 14, 6:30p.m.
- CALL TO ORDER
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- CITIZEN COMMENT
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting October 11, 2011
- Minutes of Special Board Meeting October 24, 2011
Review, Consider and Take Action on October 2011 Financial Statements
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- New Board Member Appointment and 2012 Re-Appointments
- Executive Directors Report on Project Activity, Office Management and Retail Marketing
- Hammer & Steel Progress Report
- LEGAL ITEMS
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
10th day of November, 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 10th day of November, 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Monday, November 14, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
Consultation with DCDC Attorney about pending or contemplated litigation OR a settlement offer.
- Section 551.074 - To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee OR to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee.
- Section 551.087 - To discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the
DCDC has received from the following prospect(s), as a potential business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay, or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting economic development negotiations, OR to deliberate the offer of financial incentives to any business listed below which represents a business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting or considering economic development negotiations.
- Section 551.072 - Deliberate real estate transactions.
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 10th day of November, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00 p.m. on the 10th day of November, 2011.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Monday, October 24, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding Project Bronco
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 19th day of October, 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 19th day of October, 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 - Consultation with DCDC Attorney about pending or contemplated litigation OR a settlement offer.
- Section 551.074 - To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee OR to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee.
- Section 551.087 - To discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that theDCDC has received from the following prospect(s), as a potential business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay, or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting economic development negotiations, OR to deliberate the offer of financial incentives to any business listed below which represents a business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting or considering economic development negotiations.
- Section 551.072 - Deliberate real estate transactions.
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 19th day of October, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00 p.m. on the 19th day of October, 2011.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 11, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting September 13, 2011
- Minutes of Joint Council Meeting September 19, 2011
- Review, Consider and Take Action on September 2011 Financial Statements
- Kathy Stiner, Honey Bee Ranch
- New Board Member Appointment
- Executive Directors Report on Project Activity, Office Management and Retail Marketing
- Future Planning Dates
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 11, 6:30p.m.
- Consider any action regarding Honey Bee Ranch
- Consider any action regarding Graphic Express Release
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 6th day of October, 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 6th day of October, 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 11, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
Consultation with DCDC Attorney about pending or contemplated litigation OR a settlement offer.
- Section 551.074 - To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee OR to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee.
- Section 551.087 - To discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the
DCDC has received from the following prospect(s), as a potential business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay, or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting economic development negotiations, OR to deliberate the offer of financial incentives to any business listed below which represents a business prospect that the DCDC may seek to have locate, stay or expand within the City of Dayton and with which the DCDC is conducting or considering economic development negotiations.
- Kathy Stiner, Honey Bee Ranch
- Section 551.072 - Deliberate real estate transactions.
- Project Bronco: FM 1960 @ HWY 321
- Project Bronco: HWY 90 @ HWY 321
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 6th day of October, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00 p.m. on the 6th day of October, 2011.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 13, 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Richard Till President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Barbara Zaruba Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
Larry Kness Advisory
Carol Nethery Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
President Richard Till called the meeting to order at 6:31PM.
Calvin Carter led the room in opening prayer.
Larry Kness led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Citizen Comments - There were no citizen comments.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on August 9, 2011.
Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for August, 2011, reporting a mid- year revenue increase of
18.37%. Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of August,
2011. Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Guest Presentations - There were no guest presentations.
- Discussion Items
- New Board Member Recommendations
Alma Lopez recommended Mark Sjolander and Charlotte Stevenson to fill the advisory position
vacated by Valorie Barton. Barbara Zaruba recommended Cory Whitley.
- Future Board Meeting Dates
The Board discussed future meeting dates. The October meeting will be held on Tuesday, the 11th and the
November meeting will be held on Monday the 14th, 2011.
Chris Potter reported on new prospect activity for the month of August, discussing project Cove and project Heavy Metal. Mr. Potter also gave an existing project update on Frank’s Collision Repair, Project Riverside, the Rice Dryer
Demolition, Hammer and Steel, and project Kingwood.
- Dayton Retail Marketing Plan
Chris potter reported on the Fall Marketing Campaign Launch and luncheon with Mark Brook and Suzanne Bayley,
held on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. Mr. Potter briefly revisited the discussion from the meeting on retail developer
recruitment, utilization of the Retain Coach report, website, advertising, attending the ICSC Expo, and the
community resource guide.
- Legal Items -There were no legal items.
- Action Items – There were no action items.
Barbara Zaruba moved to adjourn. Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:07 PM.
_______________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, September 13, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting August 9, 2011
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review, Consider and Take Action on August 2011 Financial Statements
- New Board Member Recommendations
- Future Board Meeting Dates
- Executive Directors Report on Project Activity and Retail Marketing
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 8th day of September, 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 8th day of September, 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, August 9, 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present: Staff present:
Richard Till President Chris Potter Executive Director
Michael Gutierrez Voting Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Barbara Zaruba Voting Mike Fielder Attorney
Alma Lopez Voting Guests present:
Larry Kness Advisory Randy Ripkowski Dayton S,C&Const.
Carol Nethery Advisory Aaron Farmer The Retail Coach
Absent:
Valorie Barton Advisory
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
President Richard Till called the meeting to order at 6:36PM.
Michael Gutierrez led the room in opening prayer.
Alma Lopez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Citizen Comments - There were no citizen comments at this time.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on June 28, 2011.
Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for June and July, 2011, reporting a mid- year revenue increase of 21%. Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the months of June and July, 2011. Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Guest Presentations
- Randy Ripkowski from Dayton Sand, Clay and Construction discussed the timeline for demolition of the Rice Dryer property and amendments needed for the DCDC Grant. Mr. Ripkowski stated that they hoped to implode the building in October, and be finished by February 1st. The DCDC agreement will be amended to reflect the new timeline.
- Aaron Farmer from The Retail Coach next reported on the top five retail sites chosen in Dayton, and the retail analysis process and procedures. Mr. Farmer elaborated on the marketing plan moving forward in cooperation DCDC. Mr. Farmer also recommended the DCDC attend the ICSC conference in San Antonio in November.
- Discussion Items
- New Board Member Recommendations
Alma Lopez recommended Mark Sjolander to fill the advisory member place vacated by Valorie Barton.
Michael Gutierrez recommended Troy Ripkowski Barbara Zaruba recommended Larry Harris
Chris Potter reported on new prospect activity for the month of July. Project Supply is reviewing several locations in Dayton for a new retail store opportunity. Project Welding is considering future relocation here in Dayton, and Honey Bee Ranch will be a local event center. Mr. Potter also gave an existing project update on Franks Collision repair, Project Riverside and Project Milling. The Hammer and Steel building is under construction. DCDC submitted a proposal to Project Kingwood and they held a meeting with developers on 7/29/2011. Project Wind Turbines chose another location closer to Houston. Chris Potter let the Board know he would be attending a public hearing of Section H of the Grand Parkway on August 11, 2011. He also reported on CMC’s Marketing plans for Gulf Inland Logistics Park.
Chris Potter spoke briefly on office activity for July, 2011. He reported on direct mail sent out for sign replacement incentive letters and a site proposal binder prepared for Project Berkley. The DCDC quarterly newsletter “Dayton Business Today” was also published in house and mailed to 150 local business leaders. For the month of July the DCDC offices received 248 phone calls, 50 office visits and 12 website updates.
- Jesse Barton Mural Request
The Board reviewed a request from Jesse Barton for a Mural design.
- Dayton Retail Marketing Plan
Chris potter presented a detailed marketing plan for fall 2011. The campaign will be focused on retail developer recruitment and will utilize the Retain Coach report, website, advertising, ICSC Expo, and a community resource guide. Development costs are estimated to be $12,000.
- Legal Items -There were no legal items.
- Action Items
- Dayton Sand, Clay and Construction
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Grant incentive contract with Dayton, Sand, Clay and Construction be amended with a starting date for demolition of February 1st, 2012. Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Jessie Barton Mural Request
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board take no action at this time.
Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Kwik Kar Sign Incentive Payment
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board pay the sign incentive for Kwik Kar in the amount of $1,675. Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Dayton Retail Marketing Plan
Barbara Zaruba made a motion that the Board approve the Dayton Retail Marketing Plan presented by Chris Potter in the amount of $12,000. Michael Gutierrez requested that no direct mail be utilized in the plan. Alma Lopez seconded the motion and amendment. Motion carried.
Barbara Zaruba moved to adjourn. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:24 PM.
_______________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
PUBLIC HEARING
JULY 26, 2011, at 8:00 AM
The Dayton Community Development Corporation will hold a Public Hearing at the DCDC offices located at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. regarding incentive agreements for:
- Frank’s Collision Repair
- Jesse Barton, Kountry Kitchen
The public is invited to attend.
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 22nd day of July 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 22nd day of July 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, June 28, 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Richard Till President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Barbara Zaruba Voting
Carol Nethery Advisory
Absent:
Valorie Barton Advisory
Alma Lopez Voting
Larry Kness Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Stephen Thomas Dayton News
President Richard Till called the meeting to order at 6:35PM.
Calvin Carter led the room in opening prayer.
Barbara Zaruba led the Pledge of Allegiance.
There were no citizen comments at this time.
- Swearing in of incoming Board Member
Incoming Board member Barbara Zaruba was sworn in by Executive Assistant, and Notary, Suzann Tabares.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on June 1, 2011.
Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Calvin Carter made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on June 21, 2011.
Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for May, 2011, reporting that the expenditures for the month of May were the lowest of the year to date with a mid-year revenue increase of 22.36%.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of April.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Chris Potter reported the completion of the 313 N. Main renovation project and recommended payment as proposed by the Grant Committee.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board proceed with the incentive payment to Jesse Barton of $7,500. Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried
There were no guest presentations at this time
- Discussion Items-Executive Directors Report
Chris Potter gave status reports on several active projects including Project Riverside, CMC Rail, Project Kingwood and Franks’ Collision Repair.
- FY 2011-2012 Budget Proposal
Chris Potter delivered a proposed budget noting a 20% projected revenue increase. He is requesting no new increase in operating expenses which follows the previous year’s 35% budget cut. Four active projects will be funded and an ending balance of $1 million will be maintained.
Overall attendance of the Board was discussed and the policy on absences as outlined within the DCDC By-laws reviewed. It was noted that Advisory Member, Valorie Barton has exceeded the absence policy and will need to be contacted. Calvin Carter and Suzann Tabares will continue to try to reach her and report back to the Board. Should no contact be made and no response given, the Board will make recommendations to the City Council on a replacement.
Chris Potter reviewed the Retail Coach Report and Strategies. Mr. Potter highlighted the site evaluation reports and presented 21 Houston area commercial developers that have been targeted to receive Dayton site proposal packets.
There were no legal items.
The board adjourned to Executive Session at 7:31 pm.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The board reconvened into open session at 7:53 pm.
- 2011-2012 Budget Proposal
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board accept the 2011-2012 Budget Proposal as written.
Barbara Zaruba seconded the motion. Motion carried
- Frank’s Collision Repair Incentive Request.
Barbara Zaruba made a motion that the Board approve the incentive agreement for Frank’s Collision Repair. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The terms of the incentive agreement will be written as follows:
- The total amount of the incentive will be $150,000.
- $80,000 will become payable upon receiving a Certificate of Occupancy from the City of Dayton. This amount will be based upon receipts for landscaping, paving and surfacing improvements and fencing of the property.
- $35,000 will become payable at the one year anniversary of receiving the C.O. and based upon $1 million in annual sales in Dayton.
- $35,000 will become payable at the two year anniversary of receiving the C. O. and based upon $2 million in annual sales in Dayton.
- Executive Director’s Merit Increase
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board award Chris Potter, Executive Director of the DCDC a
1.5 % merit increase, effective immediately. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion.
Calvin Carter, Michael Gutierrez, Barbara Zaruba, Jacqueline Payne voted for, Kari Sopchak stood opposed. Motion carried.
President Richard Till stated that due to the late June meeting and summer schedules, no July meeting will be held.
Calvin Carter moved to adjourn. Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:56 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 28, 6:30p.m.
- CALL TO ORDER
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- CITIZEN COMMENTS
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTOR BARBARA ZARUBA
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 1, 2011
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 21, 2011
- Review and Consider May, 2011 Financial Statements
- Review and Consider incentive payment to Jesse Barton
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Projects, Marketing and Office Activity
- FY 2011-2012 Budget Proposal
- Board Attendance Report
- Retail Coach Developer Strategies
- LEGAL ITEMS
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding FY 2011-2012 Budget
- Consider any action regarding Frank’s Collision Repair
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Merit Increase
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 23rd day of June 2011 at 5:00p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 23rd day of June 2011.
_____________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday June 28, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Merit Increase
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 23rd day of June, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 23rd day of June, 2011.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, June 21, 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on June 21, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Richard Till President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Larry Kness Advisory
Absent:
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
Alma Lopez Voting
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Carol Nethery Advisory
Valorie Barton Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Chris Contreras Assist. City Manager
Barbara Zaruba City Council
Eliza Guidrey City Council
Aaron Farmer Retail Coach
Melecio Franco Dayton News
The Board meeting was cancelled at 6:50 pm. No quorum was present.
President Richard Till requested the meeting be rescheduled for June 28, 2011 at 6:30 pm.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 21, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTOR BARBARA ZARUBA
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 1, 2011
- Review and Consider May, 2011 Financial Statements
- Review and Consider incentive payment to Jesse Barton
- Aaron Farmer, Retail Coach Presentation
- Chris Contreras, Budget Presentation
- Executive Director’s Report on Projects, Marketing and Office Activity
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 21, 6:30p.m.
- Consider any action regarding FY 2011-2012 Budget
- Consider any action regarding Frank’s Collision Repair
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Merit Increase
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 16th day of June 2011 at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 16th day of June 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday June 21, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Merit Increase
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 16th day of June, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 16th day of June, 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, June 1, 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on June 1, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Richard Till President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Jay Knight Outgoing
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
Larry Kness Advisory
Absent:
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
Carol Nethery Advisory
Valorie Barton Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Barbara Zaruba City Council
Eliza Guidrey City Council
Aaron Farmer Retail Coach
Frank McClosky Frank’s Collision and Repair
Cory Whitley Guest
David Abrahams Guest
Jimmie Pierce Guest
Carol Skewes The Vindicator
President Richard Till called the meeting to order at 6:40 PM.
Michael Gutierrez led the room in opening prayer.
Larry Kness led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Recognition of Outgoing Board
Board President Richard Till presented outgoing Board member Jay Knight with a Certificate of Appreciation for his service on the DCDC Board.
- Swearing in of Incoming Board
The swearing in of incoming Board member Barbara Zaruba was postponed until the June 21, 2011 Board meeting
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on April 12, 2011.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for April, 2011.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of April.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Guest Presentation and Citizen Comments
- Frank’s Collision and Repair
Frank McCloskey of Frank’s Collision and Repair relayed to the Board his plans to purchase the Purcell Tires Building in Dayton at the intersection of Hwy 90 and Hwy 146. Mr. McClosky plans to invest over $1,000,000 in improvements to the facility and create 15 jobs.
Aaron Farmer of The Retail Coach gave a report on the identifying developers and detailing the top five sites in Dayton as potential development properties. Mr. Farmer strongly suggested Chris Potter attend the San Antonio ICSC Conference in November, stating that Retail Coach would be there to represent Dayton and having the Executive Director of the DCDC there to meet prospective developers would be a benefit. Mr. Farmer also noted that economic conditions have improved nationwide and Dayton stands ready to recapture tremendous retail leakage throughout the region.
- Executive Directors Report
Chris Potter reported on projects, marketing, office activity and new prospect activity
Chris Potter reported on the status of the Riverside development project, new prospective development with the Milling Project and CMC Railroad as well as contact made with Kingwood developers showing interest in prospective expansion of existing business here in Dayton. He outlined the progress for Hammer and Steel and reported on the completion of the work done on the Kountry Kitchen renovation, as well as three new applications for sign improvements that are currently waiting on estimates.
Mike Fielder advised the DCDC Board on the City Council request for a joint, half hour review on the DCDC By-Laws. Mr. Fielder also outlined for the Board the written request from Missouri Bottom and their financial representation that the DCDC release specific rights and regulations stipulated in the Grant Agreement with the Hammer and Steel property.
The board adjourned to Executive Session at 8:13 pm.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The board reconvened into open session at 9:00 pm.
- Professional Services Authorization
No action was taken by the Board at this time.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the grant request for Frank’s Collision Repair be tabled until the June 21, 2011 meeting in which City Council Representative Barbara Zaruba will be duly sworn in as a voting member of the DCDC Board of Directors.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
No action was taken by the Board at this time.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board release the Deed of Trust Lien for Missouri Bottom Realty with all fees and cost to be paid by their corporation or representation.
Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board accept the Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation. Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez moved to adjourn. Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:02 PM.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, June 1, 6:30p.m.
- PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING DIRECTOR JAY KNIGHT
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTOR BARBARA ZARUBA
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting April 12, 2011
- Review and Consider April 2011 Financial Statements
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- Frank McClosky, Frank’s Collision Repair
- Executive Director’s Report on Projects, Marketing and Office Activity
- Grant Executive Director Authority to Hire Professional Services
- Release Missouri Bottom Realty Deed of Trust Lien upon Building Construction
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, June 1, 6:30p.m.
- Consider any action regarding Professional Services Authorization
- Consider any action regarding Frank’s Collision Repair
- Consider any action regarding The Retail Coach
- Consider any action on releasing Deed of Trust Lien for Missouri Bottom Realty
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 26th day of May 2011 at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 26th day of May 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Wednesday June 1, 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 26th day of May, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 26th day of May, 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETTING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on April 12, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Richard Till President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Jacqueline Payne Treasurer
Jay Knight Voting
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
Absent:
Kari Sopchak Secretary
Larry Kness Advisory
Carol Nethery Advisory
Valerie Barton Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Klint Leblanc All in One Truck, Trailer and Auto
President Richard Till called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM.
Michael Gutierrez led the room in opening prayer.
Jay Knight led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on March 8, 2011.
Jay Knight seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for February and March, 2011.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of April.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Guest Presentation and Citizen Comments
Jesse Barton was scheduled to present and did not attend. Klint Leblanc with All in One Auto gave a presentation on his proposed expansion project.
- Discussion Items
- Executive Directors Report
Chris Potter reported on projects, marketing, office activity and new prospect activity.
Chris Potter reported on the status of The Retail Coach, outlining the progress for the Board. Michael Gutierrez, Carol Nethery and Jacqueline Payne gave a report on the Sign Committee meeting held on Monday, March 7, 2011.
Recommendations are as follows: Provide up to $3,500 matching grant for removal or up to $3,500 matching grant for replacement of submitted signs.
Mike Fielder advised the DCDC Board on the benefits of regular joint meetings with City Council.
The board adjourned to Executive Session at 7:56 pm.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The board reconvened into open session at 8:21 pm.
- Action Items
- All in One Sign Grant
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board approve the grant request for $3,500.
Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Cheaper Choices Resale Sign Grant
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board approve the grant request $850.
Jacqueline Payne seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board approve the grant request for $2,545 based on the highest bid amount, or half the ending invoice minus sales tax up to $2,545.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Kountry Kitchen Building 313 N. Main
Alma Lopez made a motion that the Board approve the grant request for $10,700.
Jay Knight seconded the motion. Michael Gutierrez, Jacqueline Payne Alma Lopez and Jay Knight approved. Calvin Carter opposed. Motion carried.
Jay Knight moved that the Board table discussions regarding the All in One Auto grant, requested by Mr. Klint Leblanc pending more information at a later date.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Calvin Carter moved to adjourn. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, April 12 6:30p.m.
- CALL TO ORDER
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting March 8, 2011
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider February 2011 Financial Statements
- Review and Consider March 2011 Financial Statements
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- Mr. Jesse Barton, Kountry Kitchen Building 313 N Main
- Clint LeBlanc, All in One Auto
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Projects, Marketing and Office Activity
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding All in One Sign Grant
- Consider any action regarding Cheaper Choices Sign Grant
- Consider any action regarding Kwik Kar Sign Grant
- Consider any action regarding Kountry Kitchen Building 313 N Main
- Consider any action regarding All in One Auto
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 7th day of April 2011 at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 7th day of April 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, April 12 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Kountry Kitchen Building 313 N. Main
- All in One Auto
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 7th day of April, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 7th day of April 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
PUBLIC HEARING
MARCH 8, 2011, at 8:00 AM
The Dayton Community Development Corporation will hold a Public Hearing at the DCDC offices located at
801 S. Cleveland, Dayton Texas on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. regarding incentive agreements for:
- 1. THS Medical Clinic
- 2. Project Riverside
- 3. Dayton Sand, Clay and Construction
The public is invited to attend.
- Posted at the DCDC Offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX and at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 3rd day of March, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 6:30p.m.
- CALL TO ORDER
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- SWEAR IN NEW DIRECTOR
- RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING MEMBERS
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting February 8, 2011
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider January 2011 Financial Statements
- Approve THS Medical Clinic Incentive Payment
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Projects, Marketing and Office Activity
- Retail Coach contract revisions
- Sign Committee Report and recommendations
- LEGAL ITEMS
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding Retail Coach Proposal
- Consider any action regarding Sign Replacement Incentives
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 3rd day of March 2011 at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 3rd day of March 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETTING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on February 8, 2011 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Richard Till Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
Jacqueline Payne Voting
Kari Sopchak Voting
Larry Kness Advisory
Carol Nethery Advisory
Absent:
Valerie Barton Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Melecio Franco Dayton News
Carol Skewes The Vindicator
Doug Picker Hammer & Steel
Jake Toner Riverside Development
Aaron Farmer Retail Coach
Austin Farmer Retail Coach
Carroll Bagley Citizen
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Jay Knight led the room in opening prayer.
Richard Till led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Guest Introductions and Citizen Comments
Jay Knight introduced the guests present, Doug Picker of Hammer & Steel, Jake Toner from Riverside Development and Aaron and Austin Farmer from Retail Coach.
There were no Citizen comments.
- Election of New Board Officers
Michael Gutierrez nominated Richard Till for the office of President.
Jay Knight seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Alma Lopez nominated Calvin Carter for the office of Vice President.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Alma Lopez nominated Kari Sopchak for the office of Secretary.
Jay Knight seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Jay Knight nominated Jacqueline Payne for the office of Treasurer.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on December 14, 2010.
Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for December, 2010.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board accept and pay the financial reports for the month of December requesting an itemized listing of check #5299 to the City Of Dayton.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Chris Potter presented the Global Tubing annual incentive payment request for the Boards consideration. All agreement Criteria was met.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board accept the Global Tubing annual incentive payment of $100,000. Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Hammer &Steel - Doug Picker
Doug Picker requested an extension for his project. The board reviewed.
Project Riverside - Jake Toner
Jake Toner of Riverside Development presented information on his retail development and requested funding support to cover anticipated budget shortfalls. The project will be a 6,600 sq ft. national retailer to be located on the empty lot on Hwy 90 adjacent to Sonic. Projected sales are $1 million a year with approximately $15,000 a year in City Sales Tax revenue.
The Retail Coach - Aaron and Austin Farmer
Aaron Farmer of TRC gave a power point presentation outlining a retail market analysis study to identify the top five Dayton sites for retail and target 20 area developers.
Executive Director’s Report- Chris Potter
- Dan Starr, Griffin Partners
Chris Potter reported he met with Dan Starr of Griffin Partners, a Houston developer. A presentation was given on current demographics and retail leakage along with a site tour of Dayton.
- Louis Gaeke, Brookshire Brothers
Meetings were held with Louis Gaeke, contractor for the Brookshire Brothers renovation. The project should begin in the next few weeks and will cost $1.5 million.
- Liberty County Economic Alliance
The DCDC will host a lunch for the LCED Alliance and present its findings to Liberty County Judge Craig McNair.
- City Staff Clean Up Meeting
Chris Potter met with City staff to discuss possible incentive programs to encourage businesses to remove or repair downtown signage. Chris Potter presented a recommendation to the Board for implementing a sign replacement incentive, the goal being to improve downtown Dayton’s image and appearance. Old sign removals would work to leverage the momentum of the Rice Dryer demolition and the new THS Medical building. The recommendation was to offer up to $500 toward the removal of old signage or provide a matching Grant up to $3,000 toward the purchase of new signage. Photo examples were provided. A committee was formed to review. The Signage Committee will be Carol Nethery, Jacqueline Payne and Michael Gutierrez.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 8:33 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 9:18 PM
Jay Knight made a motion that the Board accept the requested extension by Hammer & Steel provided they break ground by March 1st, 2011 with inspection included, have a foundation completed by July 15, 2011 and a Certificate of Occupancy by December 15, 2011. If any of these benchmarks are not met they will be considered in breach of the agreement and foreclosure proceedings will begin, in addition all legal fees will be repaid, past and present. Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board approve a $65,000 construction incentive for Project Riverside’s retail store on Hwy 90. The grant is to be paid in three annual installments, $30,000 at Certificate of Occupancy, the second installment of $20,000 at the 1 year anniversary provided the original tenant is still occupying the building. The third installment of $15,000 to be paid at the 2nd year anniversary provided the original tenant is still occupying the building. Kari Sopchak seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Kari Sopchak made a motion that the Board retain The Retail Coach to perform a retail site analysis for Dayton, identify five key sites and present them to 20 Houston area developers and that the Board reconvene in 30 days after the contract has been revised. Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Jay Knight moved to adjourn. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:25PM.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 6:30p.m.
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting December 14, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider December 2010 Financial Statements
- Approve Global Tubing annual incentive payment request
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- Doug Picker, Hammer & Steel
- Jake Toner, Riverside Development
- Aaron Farmer, The Retail Coach
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Meetings, Marketing,
and Office Management
- Downtown Sign Replacement Incentive
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding Hammer & Steel
- Consider any action regarding Project Riverside
- Consider any action regarding The Retail Coach
- Consider any action regarding Downtown Sign Replacement Incentive
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 3rd day of February 2011 at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Hammer & Steel
- Project Riverside
- The Retail Coach
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 3rd day of February, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 3rd day of February 2011.
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MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, December 14, 2010 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on December 14, 2010 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Richard Till Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Absent:
Troy Barton Voting
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Alma Lopez Voting
Carol Nethery Advisory
Call to order.
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President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 6:37 PM.
Calvin Carter led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Jay Knight led the room in opening prayer.
Approval of Minutes
- Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Special Board meeting held on November 18, 2010. Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Joint meeting with City Council, November 18, 2010. Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the City Finance Departments request for an End of Year Budget Amendment.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to approve Ordinance No 2011-02, an ordinance by the City Council of Dayton, Texas; said ordinance adjusting and amending the Dayton Community Development Corporation’s fiscal year 2009-2010 budget.
Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Citizen Comments and Guest Presentations
There were no Citizen Comments or Guest Presentations.
Discussion Items
Executive Director’s Report- Chris Potter
Chris Potter reported on various business meetings held in November, Marketing Initiatives, BREP, and
Office Management activities.
Chris Potter also reported that the Liberty County ED alliance has reformed and is meeting regularly.
Holiday cards for 2010 were sent out to 100 vendors, developers, city and county offices and businesses.
Mr. Potter also presented the Retail Coach Proposal for discussion by the Board of Directors.
Legal Items – There were no legal items discussed.
Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:50 PM.
Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 8:32 PM
Action Items
Consider any action regarding the Retail Coach Proposal.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board take no action pending further information.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Jay Knight requested Chris Potter invite Retail Coach staff to Dayton and gather more information
on the process of identifying and marketing resale sites.
Consider any action regarding Project Riverside.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the DCDC offer a 5% performance based incentive of $35,000 to Riverside Development to assist with site development. The Grant is based upon the construction and leasing of a 7,000 sq ft, $700,000 retail store on Hwy 90 in Dayton. Criteria for funding will include:
$25,000 payable upon completion of construction and obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy
An additional $10,000 will be paid upon 1 yr anniversary date of receiving the Certificate of Occupancy and on the condition that the original retail tenant is still in operation.
Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Adjourn
Richard Till moved to adjourn. Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:37 PM.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 6:30p.m.
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Special Board Meeting November 18, 2010
- Minutes of Joint Meeting with City Council, November 18, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider November 2010 Financial Statements
- Approve Ordinance No. 2011-02 DCDC Budget Amendment
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Meetings, Marketing, BREP and Office Management Activities
- Liberty County ED Alliance
- Holiday Cards
- Award Sponsorships
- Retail Coach Proposal
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding the Retail Coach Proposal
- Consider any action regarding Project Riverside
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 9th day of December, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
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CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Consider Candidates for Board Appointment
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Review City Council Joint Meeting
- Retail Coach
- Project Riverside
- Project Food
- Project Parking
- Project 321
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 9th day of December, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 9th day of December 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, November 18, 2010 7:00p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on November 18, 2010 at 7:00 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Richard Till Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Alma Lopez Voting
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Randy Gunter Attorney
Absent:
Troy Barton Voting
Carol Nethery Advisory
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM.
Michael Gutierrez led the room in opening prayer.
Richard Till led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Citizen Comments - There were no Citizen Comments.
Richard Till made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on November 9, 2010.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the CD renewal for excess funds for the Dayton Community Development Corporation.
Richard Till made a motion that the Board re-new the investment CD under the terms recommended by
Chris Contreras, Assistant City Manager. Chris Contreras recommended reinvesting the total amount of
the CD back into a 26 week instrument at 1.00%.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter reported that November sales tax receipts were up 17.73% from last year.
The increase is attributed to the opening of several new service stations in Dayton.
- Committee Appointments & Scheduling
The Board discussed several committee options and appointed Richard Till, Michael Gutierrez and
Kari Sopchak to the Grant Committee.
The Board decided to postpone appointment to other committees until a later date.
Review Board Term limits
A discussion was held on upcoming expiration dates of Board Members. A consensus was reached
that Directors Calvin Carter, Sharron Stovall and Troy Barton’s term will expire on December 31, 2010.
Recommendations for new members will be discussed at the December meeting and provided to City Council for
consideration.
Chris Potter also noted that in a city of less than 20,000 in population, a Section 4B director may either be a
resident of the city, a resident of the county in which the major part of the area of the city is located, or reside in a
place that is within 10 miles of the city’s boundaries and is in a county bordering the county in which a major portion
of the city is located.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:50 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 9:15 PM
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s performance review.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board take no action at this time. Sharron Stovall seconded the
motion. Motion carried.
Richard Till moved to adjourn. Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:16 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
JOINT MEETING WITH DAYTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Thursday, November 18, 2010 6:00p.m.
A joint meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation and the Dayton City Council was held on November 18, 2010 at 6:00 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
DCDC Board Members present:
Jay Knight President DCDC and City Council Member
Calvin Carter DCDC Vice- President
Sharron Stovall DCDC Secretary
Richard Till DCDC Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez DCDC Voting Member
Alma Lopez DCDC Voting Member
Kari Sopchak DCDC Advisory Member
Jacqueline Payne DCDC Advisory Member
Absent:
Troy Barton DCDC Voting Member
Carol Nethery DCDC Advisory Member
City Council Members preset:
Steve Stephens Mayor
Rick Brown City Council
Bill Gay City Council
Felix Skarpa City Council
Absent:
Frosty Pruitt City Council
Staff present:
David Douglas City Manager
Chris Potter DCDC Executive Director
Suzann Tabares DCD Executive Assistant
Randy Gunter City Attorney
Mayor Stephens called the City Council meeting to order at 6:02 PM.
DCDC President Jay Knight called the DCDC meeting to order at 6:03 PM
Pledge of Allegiance was led at 6:05 PM
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The joint meeting was adjourned into Executive Session at 6:06 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 7:25 PM
The City Council meeting was adjourned by Mayor Stephens at 7:27 PM
The DCDC meeting was adjourned by Jay Knight at 7:27 PM.
________________________________ ________________________________ President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
JOINT WORKSHOP WITH DAYTON CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, November 18, 2010 6:00p.m.
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.087 - Discuss and Deliberate Economic and Community Development Matters
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 on the 15th day of November, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, DCDC Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 15th day of November 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY
Dayton City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, November 18, 2010 7:00p.m.
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting November 9, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Discuss with possible action on the investment of excess funds for the Dayton Community Development Corporation
- COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS & SCHEDULING
- Grant Committee
- Transportation Committee
- Marketing/Recruitment Committee
- Business Retention Committee
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Evaluation
- Section 551.087 - Discuss and Deliberate Economic and Community Development Matters
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Performance Review
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 on the 15th day of November, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, DCDC Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 15th day of November 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY
Dayton City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on November 9, 2010 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Richard Till Treasurer
Troy Barton Voting
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Carol Nethery Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Melecio Franco Dayton News
David Foley Shanti Construction
Absent:
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Alma Lopez Voting
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 6:36PM.
Michael Gutierrez led the room in opening prayer.
Richard Till led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Swearing in of new Advisory Director
The official swearing in of new Advisory Director for the DCDC Board, Carol Nethery was done by Alan Connor, Chief
Administrator for the Liberty County Central Appraisal District.
There were no Citizen comments.
Calvin Carter made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on October 12, 2010.
Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for October, 2010.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of October.
Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter introduces David Foley, Construction Manager for Shanti Construction. Mr. Foley briefed the Board on the THS Medical Center construction progress, stating that they were still on schedule for a first of February
opening in 2011.
- Discussion Items
- Executive Director’s Report- Chris Potter
Chris Potter reported on various business meetings held in October, Marketing Initiatives, BREP, and Office
Management activities.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:05 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 8:25 PM
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s performance review.
Calvin Carter made a motion that the Board take no action at this time. Sharron Stovall seconded the
motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez moved to adjourn. Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:27 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:30p.m.
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTOR
- Swearing in of Carol Nethery as Advisory Member
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting October 12, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider October 2010 Financial Statements
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- David Foley, Construction Manager, Patel Medical Building
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Meetings, Marketing, BREP and Office Management Activities
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Performance Review
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 4th day of November, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Performance Review
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Project Riverside
- Project Hospitality
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 4th day of November, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 4th day of November 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on October 12, 2010 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
Board Members present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Troy Barton Voting
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Carol Netherly Advisory
Staff present:
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Mike Fielder Attorney
Guests present:
Clint Sullivan Global Tubing
Melecio Franco Dayton News
Absent:
Richard Till Treasurer
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 6:38PM.
Carol Netherly led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Jacqueline Payne led the room in opening prayer.
- Swearing in of new Advisory Director
The official swearing in of new Advisory Director for the DCDC Board, Carol Netherly was postponed due to an
unforeseen conflict of schedules with Judge Pruitt.
There were no Citizen comments.
Calvin Carter made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on September 14, 2010.
Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consent Items
- Chris Potter reviewed the financial statements for September, 2010.
Sharron Stovall made a motion that the Board accept the financial reports for the month of September.
Calvin Carter seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter invited Clint Sullivan, CFO of Global Tubing to provide a report on current activity and sales at the
Dayton facility. Mr. Sullivan reported that currently Global Tubing has 58 employees; they expect to raise that
number to 64 employees by the end of October, and expect to have up to 70 employees by early next year. Mr.
Sullivan said Global Tubing reports 20 Million dollars in revenue for 2010, and projects 45 Million in revenue for
2011. Global has also opened a new service center in Broussard, Louisiana.
- Discussion Items
- Executive Director’s Report- Chris Potter
Chris Potter reported on various business meetings held in September, Marketing Initiatives, BREP, and Office
Management activities.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:17 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 7:39 PM
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s performance review.
No action was taken at this time.
Calvin Carter moved to adjourn. Troy Barton seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 6:30p.m.
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTOR
- Swearing in of Carol Nethery as Advisory Member
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting September 14, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider September 2010 Financial Statements
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- Clent Sullivan, Global Tubing Report
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Business Meetings, Marketing Initiatives, BREP,
and Office Management Activities
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider any action regarding Executive Director’s Performance Review
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 7th day of October, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Executive Director’s Performance Review
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 9th day of September, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 9th day of September 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:30p.m.
- APPROVE MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting July 20, 2010
- CONSENT ITEMS
- Review and Consider July 2010 Financial Statements
- Review and Consider August 2010 Financial Statements
- Approve Revised FY2010-2011 Budget
- GUEST PRESENTATIONS & CITIZEN COMMENTS
- Kanta Patel, THS Medical
- Randy Ripkowski, Dayton Sand & Gravel
- Maribelle Treviso, Aaron’s Tires
- DISCUSSSION ITEMS
- Executive Director’s Report on Business Meetings, Marketing Initiatives
And Office Management Activities
- Business Retention & Expansion Report
- Discuss Safe Deposit Box
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- ACTION ITEMS
- Consider incentives supporting Patel Medical Building
- Consider incentives supporting Dayton Sand & Gravel demolition project
- Consider incentives supporting Aaron’s Tires
- Consider any action regarding new safe deposit box
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 9th day of September, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or
Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice
necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Consider recommendations for new Advisory Member
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Patel Medical Building
- Dayton Sand & Gravel demolition project
- Aaron’s Tires
- Retail Development
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 9th day of September, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 9th day of September 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on July 20, 2010 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
There were present:
Jay Knight President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Richard Till Treasurer
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Melecio Franco Dayton News
Absent:
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Alma Lopez Voting
Troy Barton Voting
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 6:35PM.
Chris Potter led the room in opening prayer.
Richard Till led the Pledge of Allegiance.
There were no Citizen comments.
Richard Till made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on June 15, 2010.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter reviewed the monthly financial statements noting a 9.18% decrease in sales tax revenues for the
month. Cash and investment total was $1,126,402 .41 and checks totaling $7,355.32 were issued.
Richard Till made a motion to accept the financial reports for June, 2010.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter detailed the proposed Budget for FY 2010-11. Budget cuts totaling 35% were made to compensate for
a projected 20% shortfall in sales tax revenues.
Sharron Stovall made a motion that the Board approve the proposed budget for FY 2010-11.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Executive Directors Report
Chris Potter gave the Executive Directors Report.
200 of the Summer, 2010 Quarterly Newsletter were distributed and 28 direct mail prospect letters were sent.
Liberty County Workforce Academy has cancelled the Fall 2010 Semester classes and Tim Gassiot has retired.
LCWA is reorganizing under the new Superintendent Mike Kurht.
TML Quarterly Meeting was held in Dayton on July 15, 2010.
Discussed the funding of Outdoor Community Center Display Case.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 6:55 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 7:25 PM
- Action Items
- Consider any Action regarding funding for the Display Case for the Community Center.
Richard Till made a motion that the Board fund 50% of the cost the purchase of the Display Case for the
Community Center. Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Michael Gutierrez moved to adjourn. Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 6:30p.m.
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 15, 2010
- Review and Consider June 2010 Financial Statements
- Discuss and Consider Approval of FY2010-2011 Proposed Budget
- EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT
- Funding of Outdoor Civic Center Display Case
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding funding Civic Center of Display Case
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
on the 15th day of July, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or
Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice
necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Suzann Tabares – Annual Performance Review
- Consider recommendations for new Advisory Member
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Prospect Activity Report
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
15th day of July, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
___________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535
by 5:00p.m. on the 15th day of July 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:30p.m.
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 15, 2010
- Review and Consider June 2010 Financial Statements
- Discuss and Consider Approval of FY2010-2011 Proposed Budget
- EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT
- Funding of Outdoor Civic Center Display Case
- LEGAL ITEMS
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding funding Civic Center of Display Case
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
on the 8th day of July, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or
Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice
necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Suzann Tabares – Annual Performance Review
- Consider recommendations for new Advisory Member
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- LCWA Report – Kenneth Voytek
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
8th day of July, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
___________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535
by 5:00p.m. on the 8th day of July 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING - June 15, 2010 MINUTES
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on June 15, 2010 at 7:00 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
There were present:
Jay Knight President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Richard Till Treasurer
Troy Barton Voting
Alma Lopez Voting
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Chris Potter Executive Director
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
Absent:
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Randy Ripkowski Advisory
Mike Fielder Attorney
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 7:17PM.
Chris Potter led the room in opening prayer.
Richard Till led the Pledge of Allegiance.
There were no Citizen comments.
Sharron Stovall made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on May 11, 2010. Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Sharron Stovall made a motion to accept the minutes of the Joint Board meeting held on
May 17, 2010. Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter reviewed the monthly financial statements noting a 5.2% increase in sales tax revenues
for the month. Cash and investment total was $1.1 million and checks totaling $6542.68 were issued.
Richard Till made a motion to accept the financial reports for May, 2010.
Alma Lopez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Potter detailed the proposed Budget for FY 2010-11. Budget cuts totaling 30% were made to
compensate for a projected 20% shortfall in sales tax revenues. The Board requested further items be reviewed and brought back in July for approval.
- Executive Directors Report
Chris Potter gave the Executive Directors Report.
Fifteen business meetings were held, 146 phones calls received and 73 direct mail prospect letters were sent.
- Discussion Items
- Discussed the purchase of Outdoor Community Center Display Case.
- Strategic plan Cancellation fee discussed.
President Knight requested DCDC staff to begin taking input from citizens in order to develop a future strategic plan.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:56 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 8:07 PM
Due to a conflict of interest, Advisory Board Member Randy Ripkowski offered his resignation.
It was accepted without discussion.
- Action Items
- Consider any Action regarding the purchase of the Display Case for the Community Center.
Richard Till made a motion that the Board table the discussion until it can be presented to City Council.
Troy Barton seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consider any Action concerning the Strategic Plan Cancellation Fee.
Richard Till made a motion that the Board pay the cancellation fee.
Troy Barton seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consider any action concerning the HWY 90/321 land option.
Richard Till made a motion that the Board takes no action on the HWY 90/321 land option.
Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Troy Barton moved to adjourn. Richard Till seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.
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President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 7:00p.m.
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting May 11, 2010
- Minutes of Joint Board Meeting May 17, 2010
- Review and Consider May 2010 Financial Statements
- Discuss and Consider Approval of FY2010-2011 Proposed Budget
- EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT
- Purchase of Outdoor Civic Center Display Case
- Strategic Plan Cancellation Fee
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding Purchase of Display Case
- Consider any action concerning Strategic Plan Cancellation Fee
- Consider any action concerning HWY90/321 land option
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
on the 11th day of June, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 7:00p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Codes
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or
Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice
necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Discuss HWY 90/321 Land Option
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
11th day of June, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
___________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535
by 5:00p.m. on the 11th day of June 2010.
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
JOINT BOARD MEETING MINUTES
May 17, 2010
A joint meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation and the Dayton City Council was held on May 17, 2010 at 7:00 pm at the City Hall offices, 117 Cook St., Dayton, TX.
There were present:
Jay Knight President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Richard Till Treasurer
Alma Lopez Voting
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Chris Potter Executive Director
Absent:
Calvin Carter Vice-President
Troy Barton Voting
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Randy Ripkowski Advisory
Suzann Tabares Executive Assistant
- Call to order.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by City Council.
The meeting adjourned into Executive Session at 7:35 pm.
- Reconvened into Open Session.
The meeting reconvened into Open Session at 8:30 pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Monday May 17, 2010 7:00p.m.
- The Board of Directors of the Dayton Community Development Corporation will meet in Executive Session with the Dayton City Council on Monday, May 17, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
on the 14th day of May, 2010, at 3:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 14th day of May 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
MAY 11, 2010 BOARD MEETING MINUTES
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 6:30p.m.
A regular meeting of the Dayton Community Development Corporation was held on May 11, 2010 at 6:30 pm at DCDC offices, 801 S. Cleveland, Suite B, Dayton, TX.
There were present:
Jay Knight President
Calvin Carter Vice- President
Sharron Stovall Secretary
Michael Gutierrez Voting
Troy Barton Voting
Randy Ripkowski Advisory
Jacqueline Payne Advisory
Chris Potter Executive Director
Mike Fielder Attorney
Melicio Franco Dayton News
Chris Contreras City of Dayton
Absent:
Richard Till Treasurer
Alma Lopez Voting
Kari Sopchak Advisory
Suzann Tabares Administrative Assistant
President Jay Knight called the meeting to order at 6:35PM.
Chris Contreras led the room in opening prayer.
Mike Gutierrez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
There were no Citizen comments.
Michael Gutierrez made a motion to accept the minutes of the Board meeting held on April 13, 2010.
Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Sharron Stovall made a motion to accept the financial reports for April, 2010.
Michael Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Chris Contreras, City Financial Officer presented information on future investment opportunities for DCDC funds.
Calvin Carter made a motion to place $850,000 in a 6 month CD in the CDARS program.
Sharron Stovall seconded. Motion carried.
- Discussion Items
- DCDC Strategic Plan 2007-2010 3 Year Evaluation
Chris Potter detailed each line item recommended in the previous Strategic Plan and reported on the completion
and status of each.
- DCDC Strategic Plan 2011-2013 Proposal. Chris Potter presented a new proposal from Johnson & Associates of Austin for performing a new 3yr plan. The importance of garnering strong community input and developing a plan of work were discussed.
- 4B Sales tax project review. A list of items allowed by 4B law as potential community projects was provided and discussed.
- Budget Amendment. Chris Potter presented a fiscal year end budget amendment to the Board to align costs from non-used areas to promotion and professional services.
- Liberty Retail Study. A copy of the Liberty Retail Study was provided and discussed as a tool that could also be used by Dayton.
No Legal Items were reviewed at this time.
- Adjourn into Executive Session
The Board adjourned into Executive Session at 7:40 PM.
- Reconvene into Open Session
The Board reconvened into Open Session at 7:55 PM
- Action Items
- Consider any Action regarding DCDC 3 Year Strategic Plan.
Calvin Carter made a motion to approve the execution of a new 3 year Strategic Plan to be performed by Johnson & Associates at a cost of $10,000. Mike Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consider any Action concerning the creation of a Dayton Promotional Brochure.
Sharron Stovall made a motion to approve the layout, photography and completion of a new brochure.
Mike Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
- Consider Future Budget Amendment for Promotional Materials and Professional Services. Calvin Carter made a motion to approve the budget amendment. Mike Gutierrez seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Calvin Carter moved to adjourn. Sharron Stovall seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.
________________________________ _________________________________
President Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 6:30p.m.
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting April 13, 2010
- FINANCIAL REPORTS
- Review and Consider April 2010 Financial Statements
- Discuss and Consider the approval of a bank depository
contract and the use of another program for the investment of excess funds.
- DCDC Strategic Plan 2007-2010 – 3 year Evaluation
- DCDC Strategic Plan 2011-2013 Proposal
- 4B Sales Tax Project Review
- Dayton Promotional Video and Brochure
- Budget Amendment for Promotional Materials
- Liberty Retail Study
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any action regarding DCDC 3 year Strategic Plan
- Consider any action concerning Dayton Promotional Video and Brochure
- Consider Budget Amendment for Promotional Materials
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
on the 6th day of May, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In Accordance with the Texas Government Code
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or
Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice
necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Discuss HWY 90 Land Option
- Discuss Future Hotel Development
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the
6th day of May, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
___________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535
by 5:00p.m. on the 6th day of May 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 6:30p.m.
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting March 9, 2010
- FINANCIAL REPORTS
- Review and Consider February 2010 Financial Statements
- Review and Consider March 2010 Financial Statements
- Mary Ellen Connor, President, Dayton Delta Kappa Gamma
- Don Roe, Sports Depot
- Jay Norcross, DAYTEX Plaza
- Donna Greak, Greak Insurance Agency
- DayTex Plaza Incentive Payment
- Delta Kappa Gamma Grant Request
- Sports Depot Review
- Roy’s Tire Incentive Request
- Greak Insurance Incentive Request
- Dayton American Legion Building
- Jeff Burnett Hotel Status
- Patel Medical Building Incentive Agreement
- Houston Business Journal Ad Campaign
- Global Tubing Tour Friday 4/16 at 1:30pm
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider DayTex Plaza Incentive Payment
- Consider Delta Kappa Gamma Grant Request
- Consider Bob Edwards Realty Contract
- Consider Any Action Concerning HWY 90 Site
- Consider Roy’s Tire Incentive Request
- Consider Greak Insurance Incentive Request
- Consider Any Action Concerning Dayton American Legion Building
- Final ratification of DCDC By-Law Amendment
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 8th day of April, 2010, at 5:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 6:30p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
- In Accordance with the Texas Government Code:
- Section 551.071 (2) – Consultation with City Attorney on any Special or Regular Session agenda items requiring confidential, attorney/client advice necessitated by the deliberation or discussion of said items (as needed).
- Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters
- Section 551.087 - Discuss Economic and Community Development Matters
- Consider DayTex Plaza Incentive Payment
- Consider Delta Kappa Gamma Grant Request
- Consider Bob Edwards Realty Contract
- Consider Any Action Concerning HWY 90 Site
- Consider Roy’s Tire Incentive Request
- Consider Greak Insurance Incentive Request
- Consider Any Action Concerning Dayton American Legion Building
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 8th day of April, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.
___________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
I hereby certify that the above shown notice was posted at the Dayton City Hall, 117 Cook Street, Dayton, TX 77535 by 5:00p.m. on the 8th day of April 2010.
______________________________________
MELINDA SOLIDAY, City Secretary
AGENDA
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 6:30p.m.
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting February 9, 2010
- FINANCIAL REPORTS
- Review and Consider Consent Items
- Jeff Burnett, PLLC
- Mary Ellen Connor, DISD
- Deanna Johnson, All About Fun
- Mark Mooney, The Wesley Group
- Edgar’s Meat Market Extension Request
- All About Fun Agreement Request
- New DCDC Graphics & Stationary
- Renewable Energy Incentive Policy
- Renewable Energy Conference Report
- Dayton Downtown Beautification Project
- DCDC Office Contact Log
- Global Tubing Plant Tour
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider Edgar’s Meat Market Extension Request
- Consider All About Fun Agreement Request
- Consider Approval of New DCDC Graphics & Stationary
- Consider Approval of Renewable Energy Incentive Policy
- Consider Any Action Concerning Jeff Burnett Project
- Consider Any Action Concerning Project Groeb
- Consider Any Action Concerning HWY 90 Site
- Consider Any Action Concerning Proposed Medical Building
- Consider Any Action Concerning Dayton Beautification Project
- Consider Any Action Concerning Project Southeast
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 4th day of March, 2010, at 3:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
A G E N D A
DAYTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
DAYTON CIVIC CENTER 801 S. CLEVELAND, DAYTON, TX 77535
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 6:30p.m.
(The 2010 Board Photo will be taken prior to the meeting)
- SWEARING IN OF NEW DIRECTORS
- RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REPLACEMENT DIRECTOR
- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting January 19, 2010
- Review and Consider Consent Items
- Review and Consider 2010 Budget Amendment
- Richard Brown, Chief Financial Officer, GLOBAL TUBING, LLC.
- Bill Fox regarding municipal owned property
- EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT
- 2010 Economic Forecast
- 2009 Website Report
- DCDC Office Stationary
- Joe’s Green Thumb Report
- HGAC Regional Transit Study 2/16/10
- Renewable Energy Conference, Austin, TX 2/23/10
- To discuss and take possible action on whether to amend the bylaws of the corporation upon applying for and obtaining approval from the City Council, in order to allow advisory directors to stay during executive sessions. Page 2, Section 2 – Meetings of Directors., Subsection C. Attendance. Currently states: “Advisory members will not stay during executive sessions.”
- ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
- RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
- Consider any Action Concerning LCWA
- Consider any Action Concerning GLOBAL TUBING, LLC
- Consider any Action Concerning Joe’s Green Thumb
Posted at 801 S. Cleveland, Dayton, TX, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, on the 4th day of February, 2010, at 3:00p.m.
____________________________________
CHRIS POTTER, Executive Director
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