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Home My WebLink AboutCDC/EDC 2025-07-10 Regular Meeting Packet MEETING AGENDA ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Thursday, July 10, 2025 @ 6:00 PM The CDC/EDC of the City of Anna will meet on Thursday, July 10, 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 June 19, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC) b. Approve minutes from the June 19, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC) 5. Items For Individual Consideration. a. Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-7-6 approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Anna CDC budget and authorizing publication of the adopted budget. (CDC) b. Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-7-7 approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Anna EDC budget. (EDC) 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 07/03/2025. ______________________________ 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: 7/10/2025 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: ATTACHMENTS: Item No. 4.a. EDC/CDC Agenda Staff Report Meeting Date: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Salena Tittle AGENDA ITEM: Approve minutes from the June 19, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC) SUMMARY: Review and approve the meeting minutes from the June 19, 2025, Joint CDC/EDC Meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. ATTACHMENTS: 1. June 19_2025 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development Corporation Meeting Minutes Thursday, June 19, 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, June 19, 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 Board Secretary Dwyke Williams Board Member Noah Nylander Board Member Rocio Gonzalez Board Member Edward Culham (arrived at 6:10 PM) Board Member Regina Leachman Others Present: Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle Mayor Pete Cain 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 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) MOTION: Board Member Regina Leachman made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4a & 4b. Board Vice- President Manny Singh seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. 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) MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4c & 4d. Board Member Noah Nylander seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. 5.Individual Consideration. a. Consider & Discuss the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and strategic planning priorities. Director Bernie Parker gave a brief presentation regarding the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget. No action taken. 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: 2025 ICSC Las Vegas Trade Show, The Quinn Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Spring Golf Tournament, Red Productions Video Shoot, National Small Business Week, 2025 Spring Cohort Neighbor Academy, and Coffee & Connections. 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 April 2025, which is up approximately 20% 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 National Small Business Week and reminded the Board of the upcoming 2025 Economic Development Forum that will take place on July 17th. 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. MOTION: Board Member Edward Culham made a motion to enter into closed session. Board Secretary Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 7:05 PM. 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. Board President Bruce Norwood called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back into open session at 7:55 PM. 9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest. There were none. 10.Adjourn. Board President Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 7:56 PM. Approved on the 10th day of July, 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: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Salena Tittle AGENDA ITEM: Approve minutes from the June 19, 2025, Joint Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC) SUMMARY: Review and approve the meeting minutes from the June 19, 2025, Joint CDC/EDC Meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. ATTACHMENTS: 1. June 19_2025 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development Corporation Meeting Minutes Thursday, June 19, 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, June 19, 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 Board Secretary Dwyke Williams Board Member Noah Nylander Board Member Rocio Gonzalez Board Member Edward Culham (arrived at 6:10 PM) Board Member Regina Leachman Others Present: Director of Economic Development Bernie Parker Assistant Director of Economic Development Natasha Roach Economic Development Manager Salena Tittle Mayor Pete Cain 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 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) MOTION: Board Member Regina Leachman made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4a & 4b. Board Vice- President Manny Singh seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. 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) MOTION: Board Member Dwyke Williams made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve Consent Agenda Items, 4c & 4d. Board Member Noah Nylander seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. 5.Individual Consideration. a. Consider & Discuss the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and strategic planning priorities. Director Bernie Parker gave a brief presentation regarding the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget. No action taken. 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: 2025 ICSC Las Vegas Trade Show, The Quinn Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Spring Golf Tournament, Red Productions Video Shoot, National Small Business Week, 2025 Spring Cohort Neighbor Academy, and Coffee & Connections. 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 April 2025, which is up approximately 20% 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 National Small Business Week and reminded the Board of the upcoming 2025 Economic Development Forum that will take place on July 17th. 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. MOTION: Board Member Edward Culham made a motion to enter into closed session. Board Secretary Dwyke Williams seconded the motion. In a 7-0 vote, all were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC/EDC Board entered into closed session at 7:05 PM. 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. Board President Bruce Norwood called the CDC/EDC Board Meeting back into open session at 7:55 PM. 9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest. There were none. 10.Adjourn. Board President Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 7:56 PM. Approved on the 10th day of July, 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: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Bernie Parker AGENDA ITEM: Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-7-6 approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Anna CDC budget and authorizing publication of the adopted budget. (CDC) SUMMARY: Staff is proposing a 2025-2026 Fiscal Year CDC budget of $3,454,048. If approved, it will allow for land acquisition and improvements, building improvements, equipment purchases, capital expenditures, promotional expenditures, legal services, administrative personnel services, and other purposes permitted by law in order to improve community development and promote new or expanded business enterprises for the benefit of the public. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Board approve Resolution No. 2025-7-6 approving the proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year CDC budget. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2025-07-6 CDC Resolution - CDC 2025-2026 FY Budget 2. Proposed 2025-2026 CDC Budget ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION to be effective October 1, 2025, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the “CDC”) and subject to approval of the City of Anna City Council, the Board of Directors of the CDC desires to approve and adopt the CDC budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year; and the CDC Board of Directors (the “Board of Directors”) of the Anna Community Development Corporation (the “Corporation”), created by the City of Anna, Texas (the “City”), in accordance with Article 5190.6, V.A.T.C.S., Section 4B, and now operating under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 505 (the “Act”) has determined that it is advisable and in the best interests of the Corporation to give notice of the intention of the Corporation to undertake the following projects: Land acquisition and improvements, building improvements, equipment purchases, park facilities and improvements, capital expenditures, targeted infrastructure, site improvements, promotional expenditures, engineering and/or legal services, administrative personnel services, and other purposes permitted by law, in order to provide improved community development and/or to promote new or expanded business enterprises for the benefit of the public. The costs of the Projects are estimated not to exceed $3,454,048 including but not limited to the specific projects or general types of projects set forth in the Anna Community Development Corporation’s 2025-2026 fiscal year budget. The Projects will be financed and/or paid from the proceeds of sales tax revenue and other resources of the Corporation. such projects are authorized under the Act and found by the Board of Directors to promote new or expanded business development pursuant to Section 505.158, Texas Local Government Code; and it is hereby officially found and determined that the meeting at which this Resolution was passed, was open to the public and public notice of the time, place, and purpose of said meeting was given, all as required by Chapter 551, Texas Local Government Code; and Section 1.Recitals Incorporated The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full. Section 2.Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget The CDC Board of Directors hereby approves adopting the Anna Community Development Corporation 2025-2026 fiscal year budget as set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full, subject to approval by the City of Anna City Council. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation on this 10th day of July 2025. APPROVED: _____________________________ Bruce Norwood, CDC President ATTEST: ________________________________ Dwyke Williams, CDC Secretary Item No. 5.b. EDC/CDC Agenda Staff Report Meeting Date: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Bernie Parker AGENDA ITEM: Consider/Discuss/Action on Resolution No. 2025-7-7 approving the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Anna EDC budget. (EDC) SUMMARY: Staff is proposing a 2025-2026 Fiscal Year EDC budget of $524,800. If approved, it will allow for prospective incentives and possible building costs. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Board approve Resolution No. 2025-7-7 approving the proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year EDC budget. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2025-07-7 EDC Resolution - EDC 2025-2026 FY Budget 2. Proposed 2025-2026 EDC Budget ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION to be effective October 1, 2025, the Anna Economic Development Corporation (the “EDC”) and subject to approval of the City of Anna City Council, the Board of Directors of the EDC desires to approve and adopt the EDC budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year; and Section 1.Recitals Incorporated The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full. Section 2.Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget The EDC Board of Directors hereby approves adopting the Anna Economic Development Corporation 2025-2026 fiscal year budget as set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full, subject to approval by the City of Anna City Council. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Economic Development Corporation on this 10th day of July 2025. APPROVED: _____________________________ Bruce Norwood, CDC President ATTEST: ________________________________ Dwyke Williams, CDC Secretary Item No. 6. EDC/CDC Agenda Staff Report Meeting Date: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: AGENDA ITEM: Director's Report. SUMMARY: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Item No. 6.a. EDC/CDC Agenda Staff Report Meeting Date: 7/10/2025 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. June 2025 Strategic Plan Update Bernie had the opportunity to talk about Anna with Dan Rafter at REJournals Economic Development Highlights June 2025 Real Estate & Developer Meetings01 04 02 Newsletter Subscribers Instagram & Facebook Followers 8 18 new 2,190 total Pre-Development Meetings Linkedin Followers 03 06 Business Retention & Expansion Contacts 12 2 5 new Insta - 71 total 10 new FB - 148 total 16 new 1,841 total 05 UniqueUnique Natasha attended the Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce - Coffee & Connections NeighborlyNeighborly Bernie was on a discussion panel to talk about the growth of Collin County Item No. 6.b. EDC/CDC Agenda Staff Report Meeting Date: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Bernie Parker AGENDA ITEM: Financial Report / Sales Tax Update SUMMARY: Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, to update the Board on overall sales tax. The last update received on sales tax was for the month of April 2025, which was up roughly 20% from the previous year, April 2024. New sales tax figures reflecting the month of May should be out within the next two weeks. 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: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: Salena Tittle AGENDA ITEM: Event Updates / Upcoming Events / Reminders SUMMARY: 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. August 7th CDC/EDC Meeting: The CDC/EDC Joint Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 7th at our regularly scheduled time of 6:00pm. This will be a joint City Council and CDC/EDC Board meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: 1. Developer's Forum Invite (2) 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: 7/10/2025 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: 7/10/2025 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: 7/10/2025 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: 7/10/2025 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: 7/10/2025 Staff Contact: AGENDA ITEM: Adjourn. SUMMARY: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: