HomeMy WebLinkAboutFDEDC Minutes 2021-03-09Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation (FDEDC)
Meeting Minutes of March 9, 2021
City Hall Council Chambers
910 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546
1. Call to order
The meeting was called to order at 4 p.m. with a quorum present.
Present: Dr. Patrick McGinnis, President; Arden "Trey' Hill, Vice President; Paul Marx,
Secretary/Treasurer; Elmer "Bubba" Johnson Member; Alton Todd, Member; and Rebecca Hillenburg,
Member
Ron Cox, Member, arrived at 4:17pm.
Staff members present: Steven Rhea, Aubrey Harbin
2. Citizen comments
None
3. Consider and take action on approval of minutes
Rebecca Hillenburg made a motion to approve the February 9, 2021, meeting minutes, seconded by
Bubba Johnson. All in favor, motion carried unanimously.
4. Discussion and possible action
A. Downtown lighting plan and TOOT Curbs, Ramps, Sidewalks, Traffic Signals Grant Project
Steven Rhea explained that Tyzac Concrete Inc will be the contractor for the project. The Engineering
Department is working to obtain required easements for sidewalks where needed. Friends Church has
been non -responsive to this point regarding easements needed around the oak trees on their property
located at 502 S. Friendswood Drive. TxDOT has an arborist on the project to discuss the protection of
the trees with the church representatives. Staff is hopeful that a meeting will be scheduled for next
week. TOOT is also proposing metal grates within sections of the sidewalk around the trees in order to
protect the trees and not disturb the tree roots. These protection details are included in the plans. The
contractor has 180 days to complete the project.
B. Downtown District Signage and Branding
Steven Rhea explained that the Engineering Department is preparing RFP for signage package to include
all of the types of signs outlined in the Downtown District Improvement Plan. Staff hopes to have some
packages for review at the May meeting.
Steven Rhea also explained that Engineering has processed RFPs for lighting and staff hopes to have
packages to review in May or June.
Steven also received clarification from the Board that they would like to review all proposals.
5. Reports
A. Financial Report for FY 2019-2020
Steven Rhea reported that February's sales tax revenue was $72,205 and interest earnings were $671.
Expenditures were $1,333. The ending fund balance as of February 31, 2021 was $1,870,664.
6. Comments
A. Board Members
Bubba stated that he looks forward to the next 6 months and the exciting changes coming.
Trey revenues look better thank to City staff. He also expressed an appreciation for flat surfaces and
stated that ADA requirements have merit. He broke his ankle and is having to use crutches and a
scooter to get around.
Alton appreciates the name plates and is excited about the future.
Rebecca appreciates the efficiency with which things are moving forward.
Pat feels that the Board is on the road to success.
B. Staff — None
7. Adjournment
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 4:26 p.m.