Converse public meetings in 2023
9 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Economic Development Corporation Board
The Converse EDC Board will consider consent items (approval of minutes, financial/investment reports), discuss a board vacancy and staff work plans, and deliberate on a public meeting scheduled for Nov 29 with the City of Converse regarding the FM 1976 & Toepperwein area. The director will also report on retail projects including Santa Monica, Heights of Converse, and Dutch Brothers Coffee, as well as a light industrial project and the comprehensive plan update.
- Discussion of Nov 29 public meeting on FM 1976 & Toepperwein area
- Board vacancy discussion and possible action
- Staff work plans: Size Up and Communications/Surveys
- Director's report on retail projects (Santa Monica, Heights of Converse, Dutch Brothers Coffee) and light industrial project
- Consent agenda: approval of Sept/Oct minutes, financial and investment reports through Oct 2023
Special Called EDC Board Meeting
The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on two key items: the disposition of Hilltop Properties (old business) and a contract for the sale of EDC-owned real property located on S. Seguin Road. The meeting also includes time for public comments, a director's report, and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on disposition of Hilltop Properties (Old Business)
- Discussion and possible action on a contract for sale of real property: CB 5063M BLK 1 LOT SW IRR 174.77 FT OF LOT 4 JUDSON SQUARE COM'L SUBD, Property ID 985770, approximately 0.6 acres on S. Seguin Rd.
- Citizens to Be Heard (public comments limited to 3 minutes)
- Director's Report
Converse Economic Development Corporation
The Converse EDC Board will consider consent items including minutes, financials, and the Greater:SATX partnership. Old business includes discussion and possible action on the FY 2023-2024 Corporation Plan (Resolution #110). New business covers a board seat vacancy, Hilltop Properties platting, entitlements of EDC-owned properties, and resolutions to update articles of incorporation and bylaws. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations.
- Approval of Greater:SATX Partnership Agreement
- Adoption of Resolution #109 FY 2023-2024 Purchasing Policy
- Discussion and possible action on Resolution #110 Adoption of 2023-2024 Corporation Plan
- Discussion and action on Resolution #111 Update to Articles of Incorporation
- Discussion and action on Resolution #112 Changes to Officer Training Requirements and Board Meeting Location
Economic Development Corporation Board
The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will vote on Resolution #106 adopting the FY 2023/2024 budget, discuss a first draft strategic work plan, and review EDC board applicants. They will also deliberate policies on virtual attendance, sales tax training for officers, and remote work. The meeting includes executive sessions for personnel, real property, and economic development negotiations.
- Adoption of Resolution #106 approving the FY 2023/2024 budget
- Discussion and direction to staff on the EDC vision statement
- Introduction and discussion of EDC board applicants
- Presentation and discussion of the first draft strategic work plan
- Discussion of policies on virtual attendance, sales tax training for officers, and remote working
Economic Development Corporation Board
The Converse EDC Board of Directors will consider approving the FY 21/22 annual audit and receive a presentation on the preliminary FY 23/24 budget. They will also elect officers for the coming year, discuss a vision statement, and give direction on ordering branded clothing. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters involving three named employees.
- Presentation, discussion, and approval of FY 21/22 annual audit
- Presentation and discussion on FY 23/24 preliminary budget
- Election of board officers for June 2023–May 2024
- Discussion and instructions on ordering EDC branded clothing
- Executive session on personnel matters (Elan Vallender, Kat Lallo, Danny Lee)
EDC Board Work Session
This is a work session of the Converse Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors. The board will discuss its role in development to attract visitors and retain residents, as well as establish land acquisition and disposition policies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and public comment.
- Discussion on EDC's role in development to attract visitors and keep residents in Converse
- Discussion on establishing land acquisition/disposition/development policies to increase development quality
Economic Development Corporation Board
The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including minutes and financial reports. Old business includes a presentation on a strategic marketing plan and discussions on investments and board retreat outcomes. New business covers proposed changes to meeting frequency, reappointment of three board members, and a new member orientation process. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real estate negotiations for FM 1976 and FM 78 properties and personnel matters regarding the Executive Director.
- Presentation and discussion from Anderson Marketing Group on a strategic marketing plan
- Discussion and direction on EDC investments
- Presentation and next steps from the February 25 board retreat
- Discussion and action on reappointing Daniel Castellanos, Kentreal Alexander, and Rashawn Samuel to the board
- Executive session for real estate negotiations (FM 1976 and FM 78 properties) and personnel matters (Executive Director)
Special Called EDC Board Meeting
The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on the organization's mission and vision, facilitated by Hickey Global Consulting. The agenda includes a joint discussion with City Council on survey results from Hickey Global. No other substantive business is listed.
- Discussion and possible action on mission and vision for Converse EDC, facilitated by Hickey Global Consulting
- Joint City Council and EDC board discussion of survey results from Hickey Global
Economic Development Corporation Board
The Converse EDC Board will consider consent items (minutes, financial/investment reports), discuss board applicants, a retreat, the Anderson Marketing Plan, GIS system, and strategic plan updates. New business includes presentations on business retention and a flex industrial impact analysis. An executive session is scheduled for the vacant board seat.
- Discussion of board applicants Kaden Schaat and Rashawn Samuel
- Executive session for personnel: vacant board seat
- Discussion of Anderson Marketing Plan
- Presentation and discussion on Business Retention and Expansion
- Discussion of Flex Industrial Impact Analysis