03.25.03 PEDC MinutesMinutes of Prosper Economic Development Corporation
March 25, 2003
111 W. Broadway (City Hall Annex)
Prosper, Texas 75078
Jim Herblin, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All
members were present: Glen Gammons, Jim Campbell, Dan Tolleson, Russell
Kaker and Judy Rucker, facilitator. Three persons were in the audience: Chuck
Winikates, Mary Winikates and Larry Tracey.
Dan Tolleson made Motion and Glen Gammons seconded, that Minutes and
Financial Report be accepted, Motion passed. (Minutes and Financial Report
Attached).
Judy Rucker, Facilitator, updated the Board on Prosper's EDC Sales Tax
status. The Prosper EDC Corporation only qualifies as a Section 4A Tax
Corporation. Ms. Rucker reported that she has conferred with Texas State
Comptroller's and Secretary of State's Offices, speaking with Bob Bearden and
Cory Jeter, who both issued the same opinion. This means, the EDC is restricted on
projects/money that can be used by EDC and the Town of Prosper. Members
suggested that the local Corporation contact the State Comptroller's office and
request a presentation from a Comptroller representative to meet in a forum with
city officials and the EDC board.
Jim Herblin presented the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Prosper and
Prosper EDC regarding the hiring of a City Planner. Discussion followed. Members
expressed their concerns about certain aspects of the contract. Mr.Herblin,
"Prosper EDC enter into the contract to pay 1/3 of the planners salary, $12,000,
until September 30 made motion., The vote was 3 to approve the motion, (Glen
Gammons, Russell Kaker, Jim Campbell) one against. (Dan Tolleson). Motion
carried.
DanTolleson made the motion, "The monies currently being transferred to
the Parks and Recreation cease immediately." Motion was seconded by Jim
Campbell. It was further agreed that such transfers not occur again until the
Section 4B Status is approved by the State Comptroller's and Secretary of State
Offices. The motion carried unanimously.
Members expressed their assessment and opinions regarding the Public
meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2003 with Prosper Developers Corporation, City
Council and Citizens concerning the Comprehensive Master Plan being developed
by Mesa Design. Both negative and positive matters were addressed. Jim Herblin
stated that he; the mayor, Mr. Starek and TexDot were to meet Wednesday evening
to discuss the feasibility of the project as presented to the community.
Judy Rucker updated the board on the progress of re -organizing a Prosper
Area Chamber of Commerce. It was reported that Prosper already has a Charter
and Articles of Incorporation. Judy has been in contact with the Secretary of
State's office and Mr. Jay Roberts, State Chamber of Commerce President,
addressing the changing of agents for Prosper Area Chamber of Commerce. The
next meeting for the Prosper Chamber will be Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 7:30 a.m.
(3) Items for the next items were tabled until all members of the board were
present.
Payment of rent and Utilities for the past year.
Setting date and time for next Chamber of Commerce meeting.
Using EDC money to help pay for a city planner.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully, Judy Rucker, EDC Facilitator
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Minutes of Prosper Economic Development Corporation
March 25, 2003
111 W. Broadway (City Hall Annex)
Prosper, Texas 75078
Jim Herblin, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All
members were present: Glen Gammons, Jim Campbell, Dan Tolleson, Russell
Kaker and Judy Rucker, facilitator. Three persons were in the audience: Chuck
Winikates, Mary Winikates and Larry Tracey.
Dan Tolleson made Motion and Glen Gammons seconded, that Minutes and
Financial Report be accepted, Motion passed. (Minutes and Financial Report
Attached).
Judy Rucker, Facilitator, updated the Board on Prosper's EDC Sales Tax
status. The Prosper EDC Corporation only qualifies as a Section 4A Tax
Corporation. Ms. Rucker reported that she has conferred with Texas State
Comptroller's and Secretary of State's Offices, speaking with Bob Bearden and
Cory Jeter, who both issued the same opinion. This means, the EDC is restricted on
projects/money that can be used by EDC and the Town of Prosper. Members
suggested that the local Corporation contact the State Comptroller's office and
request a presentation from a Comptroller representative to meet in a forum with
city officials and the EDC board. bC,�VLVC-, e-.h/
Jim Herblin presented the Interlocal Agreement-wi& the City of Prosper and
Prosper EDC regarding the hiring of a City Planner. Discussion followed. Members
expressed their concerns about certain aspects of the contract. Motion was made by
Mr.Herblin that Prosper EDC enter into the contract to pay 113 of the planners
salary, $12,000, until September 30, 2003.The motion carried 3 to 1, with Dail
Tolleson voting against the motion.
Members expressed their assessment and opinions regarding the Public
meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2003 with Prosper Developers Corporation, City
Council and Citizens concerning the Comprehensive Master Plan being developed
by Mesa Design. Both negative and positive matters were addressed. Jim Herblin
stated that he; the mayor, Mr. Starek and TexDot were to meet Wednesday evening
to discuss the feasibility of the project as presented to the community.
Judy Rucker updated the board on the progress of re -organizing a Prosper
Area Chamber of Commerce. It was reported that Prosper already has a Charter
and Articles of Incorporation. Judy has been in contact with the Secretary of
State's office and Mr. Jay Roberts, State Chamber of Commerce President,
addressing the changing of agents for Prosper Area Chamber of Commerce. The
next meeting for the Prosper Chamber will be Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 7:30 a.m.
for a Dutch Treat Breakfast and Mixer at the Cotton Gin Cafe. Flyers have been
printed and distributed to businesses in town.
Judy Rucker's Report encompassed all the above information.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully, Judy Rucker, facilitator.
for a Dutch Treat Breakfast and Mixer at the Cotton Gin Cafe. Flyers have been
printed and distributed to businesses in town.
Judy Rucker's Report encompassed all the above information.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully, Judy Rucker, facilitator.
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