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MEETING AGENDA
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AND
ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Thursday, June 19, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The CDC/EDC of the City of Anna will meet on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM, in the
Anna Municipal Complex – Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street, to consider the
following items.
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Neighbor Comments.
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please observe
the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on or deliberate
statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the Texas Government
Code.
4. Consent Agenda. a. Approve minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b. Approve minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
c. Approve minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint Community
Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting.
(CDC)
d. Approve minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint Community
Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting.
(EDC)
5. Items For Individual Consideration.
a. Consider & Discuss the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and strategic planning
priorities.
6. Director's Report.
a. Strategic Plan Update b. Financial Report / Sales Tax Update c. Event Updates / Upcoming Events / Reminders
7. Closed Session.
a. Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government
Code (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and
professional services contract. Pending Contracts.
b. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
(Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase. c. Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an
officer or employee. (Tex. Gov't Code §551.074). d. Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or
deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of
Directors has received from a business prospect that the Board of Directors
seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna
and with which the Board is conducting economic development negotiations; or,
(2) To deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
described by subdivision (1). (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and
medical projects.
8. Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
9. Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
10. Adjourn.
This is to certify that I, Bernie Parker, Director of Economic Development, posted this Agenda
on the City’s website (www.annatexas.gov) and at the Anna Municipal Complex bulletin board at
or before 5:00 p.m. on 06/13/2025.
______________________________
Bernie Parker, Director of Economic
Development
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: The Corporation may vote and/or act upon each of the items listed in this agenda. The
Corporation reserves the right to retire into executive session concerning any of the items listed on this agenda, whenever it
is considered necessary and legally justified under the Open Meetings Act.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Anna to offer its public programs,
services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. If you are a
person with a disability and require information or materials in an appropriate alternative format, or if you require any other
accommodation, please contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 working hours in advance of the event by emailing
adacompliance@annatexas.gov. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility.
Item No. 3.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Neighbor Comments.
SUMMARY:
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please
observe the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on
or deliberate statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the
Texas Government Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 4.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Salena Tittle
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and
Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
Review and approve the meeting minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint CDC/EDC
Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. May 1_2025 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and
Anna Economic Development Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 1, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development
Corporation conducted a joint meeting at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the Anna
Municipal Complex in City Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas
75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City
of Anna's website: Agenda and Minutes
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board Vice-President Manny Singh at 6:00
PM.
Members Present:
Board Vice-President Manny Singh
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams
Board Member Noah Nylander
Board Member Rocio Gonzalez
Others Present:
Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker
Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach
Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle
City Attorney Clark McCoy
Absent:
Board President Bruce Norwood
Board Member Edward Culham
Board Member Regina Leachman
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please observe
the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on or deliberate
statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the Texas Government
Code.
There were none.
4.Consent Agenda.
a. Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b. Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
MOTION: Board Member Noah Nylander made a motion on behalf of the
CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4a & 4b. Board Member
Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 4-0 vote, all were in favor.
Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a. Receive a presentation from the Finance Director regarding EDC and CDC
financial reports.
The City of Anna Finance Director, Aimee Ferguson, provided the Board with a
brief presentation regarding the CDC and EDC financials.
No action taken.
At this time, the Board chose to enter into closed session.
MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion to enter into
closed session. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. In a
4-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 6:10 PM.
Board Vice-President Manny Singh called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back
into open session at 6:51 PM.
b. Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-
05-4 to approve the refinancing of a land acquisition loan. (CDC)
Board Vice-President Manny Singh opened the Public Hearing at 6:52 PM.
Seeing that there were no public speaker cards for this item, Board Vice-
President Manny Singh closed the Public Hearing at 6:52 PM.
MOTION: Board Vice-President Manny Singh made a motion to approve
Resolution No. 2025-05-4 to refinance a CDC land acquisition loan with an
expenditure not to exceed $2,000,000.00. Board Member Noah Nylander
seconded the motion. In a 4-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
6.Director's Report.
a. Strategic Plan Update
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, gave a brief overview of the
highlights for the month of April. Those highlights included: Collin County Days
in Austin, Presentation to the McKinney Realtor’s Association, Anna Education
Foundation Luncheon, 2025 Dallas Business Journal’s Best Real Estate
Awards, Coffee & Connections at Grace Place, and the Home Depot Grand
Opening.
No Action Taken
b. Financial Report / Sales Tax Update
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, presented the Board with
updated information on increased sales tax for the month of February 2025,
which is up approximately 9% from the previous year.
No Action Taken
c. Event Updates / Upcoming Events / Reminders
Economic Development Manager, Salena Tittle, provided the Board with an
update on the Home Depot Grand Opening and Neighborhood Night and also
reminded them of the Mandatory Economic Development 101 Training set for
May 22nd and National Small Business Week May 4th – May 10th. Mrs. Tittle
also reminded the Board to like, follow, and share the EDC's social media pages
in order to continue getting the most up to date information to our local
businesses and neighbors.
No Action Taken
7.Closed Session.
The Board entered into closed session after Individual Consideration Item
4a.
a. Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government
Code (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and
professional services contract. Pending Contracts.
b. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
(Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase.
c. Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
public officer or employee; or, (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an
officer or employee. (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074).
d. Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or
deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of
Directors has received from a business prospect that the Board of Directors
seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna
and with which the Board is conducting economic development negotiations; or,
(2) To deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
described by subdivision (1). (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and
medical projects.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
The Board entered into closed session after Individual Consideration Item
4a, and entered back into open session shortly after, at 6:51 PM.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
There were none.
10.Adjourn.
MOTION: Board Vice-President Manny Singh made a motion to adjourn the
meeting. Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 4-0
vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 PM.
Approved on the 19th day of June, 2025.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
__________________________ __________________________
Bruce Norwood Dwyke Williams
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 4.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Salena Tittle
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and
Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
Review and approve the meeting minutes from the May 1, 2025, Joint CDC/EDC
Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. May 1_2025 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and
Anna Economic Development Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 1, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development
Corporation conducted a joint meeting at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the Anna
Municipal Complex in City Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas
75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City
of Anna's website: Agenda and Minutes
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board Vice-President Manny Singh at 6:00
PM.
Members Present:
Board Vice-President Manny Singh
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams
Board Member Noah Nylander
Board Member Rocio Gonzalez
Others Present:
Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker
Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach
Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle
City Attorney Clark McCoy
Absent:
Board President Bruce Norwood
Board Member Edward Culham
Board Member Regina Leachman
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please observe
the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on or deliberate
statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the Texas Government
Code.
There were none.
4.Consent Agenda.
a. Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b. Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
MOTION: Board Member Noah Nylander made a motion on behalf of the
CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4a & 4b. Board Member
Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 4-0 vote, all were in favor.
Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a. Receive a presentation from the Finance Director regarding EDC and CDC
financial reports.
The City of Anna Finance Director, Aimee Ferguson, provided the Board with a
brief presentation regarding the CDC and EDC financials.
No action taken.
At this time, the Board chose to enter into closed session.
MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion to enter into
closed session. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. In a
4-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 6:10 PM.
Board Vice-President Manny Singh called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back
into open session at 6:51 PM.
b. Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-
05-4 to approve the refinancing of a land acquisition loan. (CDC)
Board Vice-President Manny Singh opened the Public Hearing at 6:52 PM.
Seeing that there were no public speaker cards for this item, Board Vice-
President Manny Singh closed the Public Hearing at 6:52 PM.
MOTION: Board Vice-President Manny Singh made a motion to approve
Resolution No. 2025-05-4 to refinance a CDC land acquisition loan with an
expenditure not to exceed $2,000,000.00. Board Member Noah Nylander
seconded the motion. In a 4-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
6.Director's Report.
a. Strategic Plan Update
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, gave a brief overview of the
highlights for the month of April. Those highlights included: Collin County Days
in Austin, Presentation to the McKinney Realtor’s Association, Anna Education
Foundation Luncheon, 2025 Dallas Business Journal’s Best Real Estate
Awards, Coffee & Connections at Grace Place, and the Home Depot Grand
Opening.
No Action Taken
b. Financial Report / Sales Tax Update
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, presented the Board with
updated information on increased sales tax for the month of February 2025,
which is up approximately 9% from the previous year.
No Action Taken
c. Event Updates / Upcoming Events / Reminders
Economic Development Manager, Salena Tittle, provided the Board with an
update on the Home Depot Grand Opening and Neighborhood Night and also
reminded them of the Mandatory Economic Development 101 Training set for
May 22nd and National Small Business Week May 4th – May 10th. Mrs. Tittle
also reminded the Board to like, follow, and share the EDC's social media pages
in order to continue getting the most up to date information to our local
businesses and neighbors.
No Action Taken
7.Closed Session.
The Board entered into closed session after Individual Consideration Item
4a.
a. Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government
Code (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and
professional services contract. Pending Contracts.
b. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
(Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase.
c. Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
public officer or employee; or, (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an
officer or employee. (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074).
d. Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or
deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of
Directors has received from a business prospect that the Board of Directors
seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna
and with which the Board is conducting economic development negotiations; or,
(2) To deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
described by subdivision (1). (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and
medical projects.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
The Board entered into closed session after Individual Consideration Item
4a, and entered back into open session shortly after, at 6:51 PM.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
There were none.
10.Adjourn.
MOTION: Board Vice-President Manny Singh made a motion to adjourn the
meeting. Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 4-0
vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 PM.
Approved on the 19th day of June, 2025.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
__________________________ __________________________
Bruce Norwood Dwyke Williams
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 4.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Salena Tittle
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
Review and approve the meeting minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint
CDC/EDC Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. May 22_2025 CDC EDC Special Called Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and
Anna Economic Development Corporation Special Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 22, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development
Corporation conducted a special joint meeting at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the
Anna Municipal Complex in City Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas
75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City
of Anna's website: Agenda and Minutes
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board President Bruce Norwood at 6:00 PM.
Members Present:
Board President Bruce Norwood
Board Vice-President Manny Singh (arrived during closed session at 6:01 PM)
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams
Board Member Noah Nylander
Board Member Rocio Gonzalez
Board Member Regina Leachman
Board Member Eddward Culham
Others Present:
Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker
Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach
Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle
Council Member Kelly Patterson-Herndon
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Board President Bruce Norwood led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please observe
the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on or deliberate
statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the Texas Government
Code.
There were none.
4.Consent Agenda.
There were none.
MOTION: Board Member Rocio Gonzalez made a motion to enter into
closed session. Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a
6-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 6:01 PM.
Board President Bruce Norwood called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back into
open session at 6:11 PM.
5.Individual Consideration.
a. Consider/Discuss/Action on a resolution of the Board of Directors of the Anna
Community Development Corporation regarding tax-exempt loan in an amount
not to exceed $1,500,000.
MOTION: Board Member Noah Nylander made a motion to approve the
resolution regarding a tax-exempt loan in the amount not to exceed
$1,500,000. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. In a 7-0
vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
b. Consider/Discuss/Action on a resolution of the Board of Directors of the Anna
Community Development Corporation regarding a taxable loan in an amount not
to exceed $940,000.
MOTION: Board President Bruce Norwood made a motion to approve the
resolution regarding a taxable loan in the amount not to exceed $940,000.
Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were
in favor. Motion passed.
c. Consider/Discuss/Action to authorize and direct staff to make a payment on the
$940,000 taxable loan referenced above in the amount of $500,000 to reduce
the principal of said loan.
MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion to approve and
authorize staff to make a payment on the $940,000 taxable loan in the
amount not to exceed $500,000. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded
the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
6.Director's Report.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, asked to have a discussion
with the Board regarding canceling the June 5, 2025, Joint Board Meeting and
instead, holding the June Board meeting on June 19, 2025.
MOTION: Board Member Regina Leachman made a motion to cancel the
June 5, 2025, Joint Board Meeting and move the meeting to June 19, 2025.
Board Member Noah Nylander seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were
in favor. Motion passed.
7.Closed Session.
The Board entered into closed session before Individual Consideration
Item 4a.
a. Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government
Code (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and
professional services contract. Pending Contracts.
b. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
(Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase.
c. Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
public officer or employee; or, (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an
officer or employee. (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074).
d. Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or
deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of
Directors has received from a business prospect that the Board of Directors
seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna
and with which the Board is conducting economic development negotiations; or,
(2) To deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
described by subdivision (1). (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and
medical projects.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
The Board entered into closed session before Individual Consideration Item 4a,
and entered back into open session shortly after, at 6:11 PM.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, gave a brief update on staff’s
time at the ICSC Las Vegas tradeshow.
10.Adjourn.
Board President Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 6:32 PM.
Approved on the 19th day of June, 2025.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
__________________________ __________________________
Bruce Norwood Dwyke Williams
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 4.d.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Salena Tittle
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
Review and approve the meeting minutes from the May 22, 2025, Special Called Joint
CDC/EDC Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. May 22_2025 CDC EDC Special Called Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and
Anna Economic Development Corporation Special Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 22, 2025 @ 6:00 PM
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development
Corporation conducted a special joint meeting at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the
Anna Municipal Complex in City Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas
75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City
of Anna's website: Agenda and Minutes
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board President Bruce Norwood at 6:00 PM.
Members Present:
Board President Bruce Norwood
Board Vice-President Manny Singh (arrived during closed session at 6:01 PM)
Board Secretary Dwyke Williams
Board Member Noah Nylander
Board Member Rocio Gonzalez
Board Member Regina Leachman
Board Member Eddward Culham
Others Present:
Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker
Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach
Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle
Council Member Kelly Patterson-Herndon
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Board President Bruce Norwood led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Persons may address the Board of Directors on items not on the agenda; please observe
the time limit of three (3) minutes. Members of the Board cannot comment on or deliberate
statements of the public except as authorized by Section 551.042 of the Texas Government
Code.
There were none.
4.Consent Agenda.
There were none.
MOTION: Board Member Rocio Gonzalez made a motion to enter into
closed session. Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a
6-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 6:01 PM.
Board President Bruce Norwood called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back into
open session at 6:11 PM.
5.Individual Consideration.
a. Consider/Discuss/Action on a resolution of the Board of Directors of the Anna
Community Development Corporation regarding tax-exempt loan in an amount
not to exceed $1,500,000.
MOTION: Board Member Noah Nylander made a motion to approve the
resolution regarding a tax-exempt loan in the amount not to exceed
$1,500,000. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. In a 7-0
vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
b. Consider/Discuss/Action on a resolution of the Board of Directors of the Anna
Community Development Corporation regarding a taxable loan in an amount not
to exceed $940,000.
MOTION: Board President Bruce Norwood made a motion to approve the
resolution regarding a taxable loan in the amount not to exceed $940,000.
Board Member Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were
in favor. Motion passed.
c. Consider/Discuss/Action to authorize and direct staff to make a payment on the
$940,000 taxable loan referenced above in the amount of $500,000 to reduce
the principal of said loan.
MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion to approve and
authorize staff to make a payment on the $940,000 taxable loan in the
amount not to exceed $500,000. Board Member Rocio Gonzalez seconded
the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed.
6.Director's Report.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, asked to have a discussion
with the Board regarding canceling the June 5, 2025, Joint Board Meeting and
instead, holding the June Board meeting on June 19, 2025.
MOTION: Board Member Regina Leachman made a motion to cancel the
June 5, 2025, Joint Board Meeting and move the meeting to June 19, 2025.
Board Member Noah Nylander seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were
in favor. Motion passed.
7.Closed Session.
The Board entered into closed session before Individual Consideration
Item 4a.
a. Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government
Code (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and
professional services contract. Pending Contracts.
b. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
(Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase.
c. Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
public officer or employee; or, (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an
officer or employee. (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074).
d. Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or
deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of
Directors has received from a business prospect that the Board of Directors
seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna
and with which the Board is conducting economic development negotiations; or,
(2) To deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
described by subdivision (1). (Tex. Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and
medical projects.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
The Board entered into closed session before Individual Consideration Item 4a,
and entered back into open session shortly after, at 6:11 PM.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, gave a brief update on staff’s
time at the ICSC Las Vegas tradeshow.
10.Adjourn.
Board President Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 6:32 PM.
Approved on the 19th day of June, 2025.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
__________________________ __________________________
Bruce Norwood Dwyke Williams
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 5.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Bernie Parker
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider & Discuss the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and strategic planning priorities.
SUMMARY:
Staff would like to visit with the Board regarding the FY 2026 budget priorities and
receive feedback on strategic planning priorities.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Director's Report.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Bernie Parker
AGENDA ITEM:
Strategic Plan Update
SUMMARY:
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, to give a brief overview of what staff
has been working on and future initiatives.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. May 2025 Strategic Plan Update
Natasha attended the Greater Anna Chamber of
Commerce - Coffee & Connections
The EDC was a Presenting Sponsor of the Greater
Anna Chamber 2025 Spring Golf Tournament
Economic Development Highlights
May 2025
Real Estate & Developer
Meetings01 04
02
Newsletter Subscribers
Business Retention
& Expansion Contacts
Instagram & Facebook
Followers
12 6 new
2,172 total
Pre-Development Meetings
Linkedin Followers
03 06
92
3 14 new Insta - 66 total
28 new FB - 138 total
22 new
1,825 total
Natasha and Salena attended The Quinn Grand
Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Bernie and Natasha, with the Mayor and Bruce
attended the 2025 ICSC Trade Show in Las Vegas
05
VibrantVibrant
Uniq u eUnique
Bernie spoke to Anna neighbors during the 2025
Spring Cohert Neighborhood Acedemy
Filming of new video
Ne i gh bo rlyNeighborly
Natasha worked with Red Productions on the
filming of our new, updated video
Salena visited each of our small businesses and
presented them with a treat and a thank you!
Item No. 6.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Bernie Parker
AGENDA ITEM:
Financial Report / Sales Tax Update
SUMMARY:
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, to update the Board on the overall
sales tax for the month of April 2025, which is up roughly 20% from the previous year,
April 2024.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2025 Monthly Sales Tax Report
% Change
2024-25 Collections from 2023-24 Collections
Monthly Prior Year Monthly
October 780,090$ 19% 655,358$
November 753,401 8% 695,026
December 995,930 30% 768,837
January 682,766 20% 566,981
February 675,214 9% 621,381
March 1,873,725 159% 723,838
April 779,340 20% 647,636
May 699,251
June 835,007
July 785,388
August 818,441
September 794,437
6,540,466$ 8,611,581$
Budget: 6,753,000 97% 6,753,100
CITY OF ANNA
Schedule of Sales Tax Collections
For the month April 30, 2025
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
Monthly Sales Tax Collections:
3 Year Comparison
FY2022-23 FY2023-24 FY2024-25
Item No. 6.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact: Salena Tittle
AGENDA ITEM:
Event Updates / Upcoming Events / Reminders
SUMMARY:
National Small Business Week:
On Tuesday, April 22nd, Mayor Pete Cain proclaimed May 4, 2025 - May 10, 2025 as
National Small Business Week here in Anna. It is a time that we recognize, celebrate,
and support our local small businesses and their contributions to our amazing
community. The entire week was spent personally delivering gifts to all of our local small
business owners and providing daily "Did You Know" small business facts on all of our
social media pages.
2025 Economic Development Forum:
On Thursday, July 17th, we will be hosting our annual Economic Development Forum
here at the Municipal Complex. Breakfast and networking are from 8:00am to 9:00am
with opening welcome remarks and panelist discussions to follow in Council Chambers.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Small Business
2. Developer's Forum Invite (2)
H a p p y N a t i o n a l S m a l l B u s i n e s s W e e k !
M a y 2 0 2 5
JULY 17, 2025
8:30 - 11:00 AM
ANNA MUNICIPAL COMPLEX
120 W. SEVENTH STREET
ANNA, TX 75409
Networking Over Coffee
Meet other attendees and talk over complimentary
breakfast and coffee
Panel discussion about Anna’s fast growing residential
development and master planned communities
Honored Guest:
Aaron Demerson
President & CEO
Texas Economic Development Corporation
Texas and Economic Development Update
opportunityannatx.comInvested In Development
Panel discussion about Anna’s development in
Downtown and along Highway 75
Danielle Kaufman
Kaufman
Consultants
Eric Childs
Toole Design
David Copeland
Edge Realty
Partners
Mike Pettis
Partner
GTP Food Group
EVENT HIGHLIGHTSEVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Join us for an exclusive event designed to share how Anna’s ideal location offers unlimited development
possibilities. Hear why Anna is the fifth fastest growing city in the nation, how it has invested in
development, and why we are positioned for continued, explosive growth.
Andre Ferrari
The Tellus Group
Sherley Farms
Toby Tucker
Superintendent
Anna ISD
Positioned for Growth
DEVELOPERS’FORUMFORUM
Amy Brownlee
Perry Homes
Liberty Hills
Item No. 7.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the
State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government Code (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and professional services
contract. Pending Contracts.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property. (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land sale/purchase.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Discuss or deliberate personnel matters: (1) to deliberate the appointment, employment,
evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee;
or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. (Tex. Gov't Code
§551.074).
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.d.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or deliberate
regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of Directors has received
from a business prospect that the Board of Directors seeks to have locate, stay, or
expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna and with which the Board is
conducting economic development negotiations; or, (2) To deliberate the offer of a
financial or other incentive to a business prospect described by subdivision (1). (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and medical projects.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 10.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 6/19/2025
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Adjourn.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS: