HomeMy WebLinkAboutCDC-EDCpkt2022-01-06IMPORTANT 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. Disabled persons who want to attend this meeting and who may need
assistance should contact the City Secretary at 972-924-3325 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate
arrangements can be made.
MEETING AGENDA
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AND
ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Thursday, January 6, 2022 @ 6:00 PM
The EDC/CDC of the City of Anna will meet at 6:00 PM, on January 6, 2022, at the Anna
City Hall, Located at 111 North Powell Parkway (Hwy 5), to consider the following items
below.
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.Introduction of new Economic Development Coordinator, Kimberly Garduno.
5.Consent Agenda.
a.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the December 2, 2021 Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (CDC)
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the December 2, 2021 Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (EDC)
6.Individual Consideration
a.Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe,
Tidwell, & McCoy, LLP for legal services. (EDC)
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe,
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. Disabled persons who want to attend this meeting and who may need
assistance should contact the City Secretary at 972-924-3325 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate
arrangements can be made.
Tidwell, & McCoy, LLP for legal services. (CDC)
7.Director's Report.
a.October Sales Tax Report/November Budget Update
b.Strategic Plan Update
c.ICSC Red River / February Meeting Date
8.Closed Session.
a. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property. (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition possible land sale/purchase Anna
Business Park.
b. 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) Lease agreement and professional services contract.c.
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) Anna Business Park Property potential retail and medical projects.
9.
Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.10.
Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.Items
of community interest include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence;
information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition
of a public official, public employee, or other citizen (but not including a change
in status of a person's public office or public employment); a reminder about an upcoming
event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social,
ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the
governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the
governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; and announcements involving
an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that
has arisen after posting of the agenda.11.
Adjourn.This
is to certify that I, Joey Grisham, Director, posted this agenda at a place readily accessible to
the public at the Anna City Hall and on the City Hall bulletin board at or before 5:00 p.m. on January
3, 2022.Joey
Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Item No. 4.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Introduction of new Economic Development Coordinator, Kimberly Garduno.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consent Agenda.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the December 2, 2021 Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1.December 2 2021 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Regular Meeting Minutes
Thursday, December 2, 2021, at 6:00 pm
City of Anna, City Hall, Council Chambers
111 N. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas 75409
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development Corporation
conducted a regular called meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at the Anna City
Hall Council Chambers, 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: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Anthony Richardson, Shane Williams, Rocio
Gonzalez, Kylee Kelley Bruce Norwood, Michelle Hawkins, and Matthew Seago. CDC and EDC
Board Members Absent: None. Others Present: Joey Grisham (Director of Economic
Development), Taylor Lough (Assistant Director of Economic Development), and Lee Miller
Mayor Pro Tem) Others Participating Remotely: Clark McCoy (Attorney).
1.Call to Order. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Anthony Richardson, Board President, at 6:05 p.m.
2.Invocation and Pledge.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Anthony Richardson.
3.Neighbor Comments.
None.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the November 4, 2021, Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (CDC)
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the November 4, 2021, Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (EDC)
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Shane Williams made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent
agenda. Kylee Kelley seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.CLOSED SESSION (exceptions):
a. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase; Anna Business Park.
b. 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.
c. 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) Anna Business Park Property;
potential commercial, retail and medical projects.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to enter closed session. Michelle Hawkins seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. CDC Board entered closed session at 6:08 p.m.
6.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to reconvene into open session. Matthew Seago
seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC reconvened into open
session at 6:15 p.m.
7.Individual Consideration
a. Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving a Land Lease Agreement
with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for a cell tower at the Anna Business
Park.
Joey Grisham explained that the EDC has been discussing placing a cell tower on the
Anna Business Park property for the last few months. A draft agreement was sent to the
Board. The tower would take 3,600 square feet of space on land the EDC would continue
to own with the initial term being five years with nine additional five-year terms with a 12%
increase in rent after each term. The EDC would also have a revenue share for each
tenant on the tower. The increased cellular service to the southern portion of Anna would
be a benefit.
Clark McCoy stated there is some language in the agreement that we are waiting for so if
approved, please do so subject to legal form. He also explained the Public Works Director
has reviewed as well.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve a resolution authorizing
the Board President to execute an option and land lease agreement with New Cingular
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Wireless PCS, LLC subject to approval as to legal form. Shane Williams seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the EDC to approve a resolution authorizing
the Board President to execute an option and land lease agreement with New Cingular
Wireless PCS, LLC subject to approval as to legal form. Matthew Seago seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
b. Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an agreement for retail
marketing and recruitment services. (CDC)
Joey Grisham explained that retail and restaurant recruitment is crucial for the community
and a priority from both the City of Anna Strategic Plan and Economic Development
Strategic Plan. Since the approval of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, we have
discussed hiring a third party to develop a retail market assessment and help recruit retail
to Anna. During the last meeting, three separate groups presented to the Board with
Jason Claunch opting to partner with Retail Strategies. Staff recommended looking at the
Retail Coach, Navi Retail and Retail Strategies, stating that the goal is to work with Jason
Claunch on some individual projects in the future. Mr. Grisham also went through
comments made from the Board regarding each firm.
Anthony Richardson stated he believed staff could work with each group. Kylee Kelley
appreciated Navi Retail’s analytical approach and Michelle Hawkins liked Navi’s
description of themselves as boutique. Bruce Norwood also appreciated the description
of Navi Retail and liked The Retail Coach’s presentation.
Joey Grisham added these groups would be responsible for setting up meetings for us at
various events. Their studies and information would be completely customizable, beyond
what staff could access ourselves.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the Economic
Development Director to execute a contract for retail recruitment and marketing and
enter into a professional services agreement with Navi Retail not to exceed $48,000
subject to approval as to legal form. Shane Williams seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
8.Director’s Report
a. September Sales Tax Report
The month of September resulted in an increase of almost 20% more sales tax
revenue than September 2020. Joey Grisham explained we ended the year
400,000 more than projected and continue to trend 20% more year over year.
b. Strategic Plan Update
A printed copy of the annual report for FY2021 was provided to the Board and
the City Council. A monthly update was also in the packet for October and
November. Several key items will be accomplished this fiscal year. Newsletter
subscribers and LinkedIn followers increased.
c. ED Coordinator Search Update
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Kimberly Garduno will begin December 13. She is currently Assistant to the City
Manager in DeSoto and previously worked in Mesquite. She is a Baylor grad and
has a master’s in public administration from the University of Texas at Dallas.
She will be introduced at the next Council meeting and attending future Board
meetings.
d. ICSC Red River (Feb. 1-3) in Dallas
Please let staff know if you would like to attend. The event will be held at the Kay
Bailey Convention Center.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
The Business Appreciation Lunch will be held on Thursday, December 16th at 11:30 a.m. at
First Anna.
The Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 11th at Noon, a vendor fair will
also be held that afternoon and the Christmas Tree Lighting starts at 5:00 p.m.
10.Adjourn.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Rocio Gonzalez
seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
Anthony Richardson Rocio Gonzalez
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 5.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the December 2, 2021 Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1.December 2 2021 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Regular Meeting Minutes
Thursday, December 2, 2021, at 6:00 pm
City of Anna, City Hall, Council Chambers
111 N. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas 75409
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development Corporation
conducted a regular called meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at the Anna City
Hall Council Chambers, 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: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Anthony Richardson, Shane Williams, Rocio
Gonzalez, Kylee Kelley Bruce Norwood, Michelle Hawkins, and Matthew Seago. CDC and EDC
Board Members Absent: None. Others Present: Joey Grisham (Director of Economic
Development), Taylor Lough (Assistant Director of Economic Development), and Lee Miller
Mayor Pro Tem) Others Participating Remotely: Clark McCoy (Attorney).
1.Call to Order. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Anthony Richardson, Board President, at 6:05 p.m.
2.Invocation and Pledge.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Anthony Richardson.
3.Neighbor Comments.
None.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the November 4, 2021, Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (CDC)
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on approving minutes from the November 4, 2021, Joint
Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation
Meeting. (EDC)
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Shane Williams made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent
agenda. Kylee Kelley seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.CLOSED SESSION (exceptions):
a. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.
Tex. Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land
sale/purchase; Anna Business Park.
b. 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.
c. 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) Anna Business Park Property;
potential commercial, retail and medical projects.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to enter closed session. Michelle Hawkins seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. CDC Board entered closed session at 6:08 p.m.
6.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to reconvene into open session. Matthew Seago
seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC reconvened into open
session at 6:15 p.m.
7.Individual Consideration
a. Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving a Land Lease Agreement
with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for a cell tower at the Anna Business
Park.
Joey Grisham explained that the EDC has been discussing placing a cell tower on the
Anna Business Park property for the last few months. A draft agreement was sent to the
Board. The tower would take 3,600 square feet of space on land the EDC would continue
to own with the initial term being five years with nine additional five-year terms with a 12%
increase in rent after each term. The EDC would also have a revenue share for each
tenant on the tower. The increased cellular service to the southern portion of Anna would
be a benefit.
Clark McCoy stated there is some language in the agreement that we are waiting for so if
approved, please do so subject to legal form. He also explained the Public Works Director
has reviewed as well.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve a resolution authorizing
the Board President to execute an option and land lease agreement with New Cingular
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Wireless PCS, LLC subject to approval as to legal form. Shane Williams seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the EDC to approve a resolution authorizing
the Board President to execute an option and land lease agreement with New Cingular
Wireless PCS, LLC subject to approval as to legal form. Matthew Seago seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
b. Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an agreement for retail
marketing and recruitment services. (CDC)
Joey Grisham explained that retail and restaurant recruitment is crucial for the community
and a priority from both the City of Anna Strategic Plan and Economic Development
Strategic Plan. Since the approval of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, we have
discussed hiring a third party to develop a retail market assessment and help recruit retail
to Anna. During the last meeting, three separate groups presented to the Board with
Jason Claunch opting to partner with Retail Strategies. Staff recommended looking at the
Retail Coach, Navi Retail and Retail Strategies, stating that the goal is to work with Jason
Claunch on some individual projects in the future. Mr. Grisham also went through
comments made from the Board regarding each firm.
Anthony Richardson stated he believed staff could work with each group. Kylee Kelley
appreciated Navi Retail’s analytical approach and Michelle Hawkins liked Navi’s
description of themselves as boutique. Bruce Norwood also appreciated the description
of Navi Retail and liked The Retail Coach’s presentation.
Joey Grisham added these groups would be responsible for setting up meetings for us at
various events. Their studies and information would be completely customizable, beyond
what staff could access ourselves.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the Economic
Development Director to execute a contract for retail recruitment and marketing and
enter into a professional services agreement with Navi Retail not to exceed $48,000
subject to approval as to legal form. Shane Williams seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
8.Director’s Report
a. September Sales Tax Report
The month of September resulted in an increase of almost 20% more sales tax
revenue than September 2020. Joey Grisham explained we ended the year
400,000 more than projected and continue to trend 20% more year over year.
b. Strategic Plan Update
A printed copy of the annual report for FY2021 was provided to the Board and
the City Council. A monthly update was also in the packet for October and
November. Several key items will be accomplished this fiscal year. Newsletter
subscribers and LinkedIn followers increased.
c. ED Coordinator Search Update
Officers: Staff:
Anthony Richardson, President Joey Grisham, Director of Economic Development
Bruce Norwood, Vice-President Taylor Lough, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Kimberly Garduno will begin December 13. She is currently Assistant to the City
Manager in DeSoto and previously worked in Mesquite. She is a Baylor grad and
has a master’s in public administration from the University of Texas at Dallas.
She will be introduced at the next Council meeting and attending future Board
meetings.
d. ICSC Red River (Feb. 1-3) in Dallas
Please let staff know if you would like to attend. The event will be held at the Kay
Bailey Convention Center.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
The Business Appreciation Lunch will be held on Thursday, December 16th at 11:30 a.m. at
First Anna.
The Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 11th at Noon, a vendor fair will
also be held that afternoon and the Christmas Tree Lighting starts at 5:00 p.m.
10.Adjourn.
Anthony Richardson made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Rocio Gonzalez
seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
Anthony Richardson Rocio Gonzalez
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 6.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe, Tidwell, &
McCoy, LLP for legal services. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
Clark McCoy of Wolfe, Tidwell, & McCoy, LLP has represented the CDC and EDC for
several years and has not asked for any fee increases for quite some time. This
Agreement updates the fee structure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Motion on behalf of the EDC to adopt a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe,
Tidwell, & McCoy for legal services and authorizing the Board President to execute the
Agreement.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.Res re attorney agreement C08010D20211222CR1
ANNA EDC RESOLUTION NO. _______________ Page 1 of 1
ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION,
APPROVING A WRITTEN AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES AND
AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT.
WHEREAS, the Anna Economic Development Corporation desires to enter into a
written agreement with Wolfe, Tidwell & McCoy, LLP relating to provision of legal
services and fees and expenses related thereto (the “Agreement”);
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION:
Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth for all purposes.
Section 2. The Agreement is hereby approved and the President’s execution of the
Agreement is hereby authorized and approved.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Economic Development Corporation this the
day of ___________________, 2022.
APPROVED
Anthony Richardson
President
ATTEST:
Rocio Gonzalez
Secretary
WOLFE, TIDWELL & MCCOY, LLP
DALLAS I FRISCO I SHERMAN
Mr. Anthony Richardson
ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS
FRISCO
2591 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 205
FRISCO, TEXAS 75034
Tel 972.712.3530
Fax 972.712.3540
December 22, 2021
President
Anna Economic Development Corporation
c/o City of Anna Economic Development Director
Re: Letter of Engagement for Legal Services
Dear Anthony:
www.wfmlaw.nef
WRITER'S EMAIL-CmCCay@wfmlaw.nef
This letter confirms that Anna Economic Development Corporation (the
"Corporation") has engaged the law firm of Wolfe, Tidwell & McCoy, LLP (the "Firm") as
the Corporation's legal counsel on an as -needed basis for the provision of legal
services. The Firm will be compensated for provision of said services at the rate of
$200/hr for partner -attorney time, $165/hr for senior -attorney time, $130/hr for associate
attorney time and $95/hr paralegal/legal assistant time. The Firm will also be
reimbursed for all reasonable expenses incurred in providing said services including,
but not limited to: photocopies, postage, long-distance telephone calls, approved travel,
filing/recording fees, court costs, depositions, and any other expenses that are
incidental and necessary to providing the Firm's services to the Corporation.
Fees and expenses will be itemized on a written invoice and billed to the
Corporation on a monthly basis and are due and payable upon receipt of the invoice.
The invoice will contain a detailed description of the services rendered, with time broken
down into tenth -of -an -hour increments, identifying the person performing the work, and
a description of all incidental expenses.
The Firm guarantees provision of services at the newly agreed -upon rates
through September 30, 2023. For subsequent years, the Firm may increase its rate by a
maximum of 4% annually by providing written notice to the City of Anna Economic
Development Director on or before July 31 to subsequently take effect October 1 of the
year of such increase. Reimbursement for costs and expenses will continue to be
reimbursed as described above. Fees and expenses will continue to be itemized on a
written invoice and billed to the City on a monthly basis and are due and payable upon
receipt of the invoice. Invoices will continue to contain a detailed description of the
services rendered, with time broken down into tenth -of -an -hour increments, identifying
the person performing the work, and a description of all incidental expenses.
WOLFE, TIDWELL & McCOY, LLP
Mr. Anthony Richardson
RE: Letter of Engagement for Legal Services
December 22, 2021
Page 2
If this letter confirms the understanding of the Corporation, please execute where
indicated below and return a copy of same to my office at your earliest convenience.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Clark McCoy
AGREED:
By: Anthony Richardson, President
Anna Economic Development Corporation
Item No. 6.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Act on a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe, Tidwell, &
McCoy, LLP for legal services. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
Clark McCoy of Wolfe, Tidwell, & McCoy, LLP has represented the CDC and EDC for
several years and has not asked for any fee increases for quite some time. This
Agreement updates the fee structure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Motion on behalf of the CDC to adopt a resolution approving an Agreement with Wolfe,
Tidwell, & McCoy, LLP for legal services and authorizing the Board President to execute
the Agreement.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.Res re attorney agreement C08009D20211222CR1
ANNA CDC RESOLUTION NO. _______________ Page 1 of 1
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION,
APPROVING A WRITTEN AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES AND
AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT.
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation desires to enter into a
written agreement with Wolfe, Tidwell & McCoy, LLP relating to provision of legal
services and fees and expenses related thereto (the “Agreement”);
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION:
Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth for all purposes.
Section 2. The Agreement is hereby approved and the President’s execution of the
Agreement is hereby authorized and approved.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this the
day of ___________________, 2022.
APPROVED
Anthony Richardson
President
ATTEST:
Rocio Gonzalez
Secretary
WOLFE, TIDWELL & MCCOY, LLP
DALLAS I FRISCO I SHERMAN
Mr. Anthony Richardson
ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS
FRISCO
2591 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 205
FRISCO, TEXAS 75034
Tel 972.712.3530
Fax 972.712.3540
December 22, 2021
President
Anna Community Development Corporation
c/o City of Anna Economic Development Director
Re: Letter of Engagement for Legal Services
Dear Anthony:
www.wfmlaw.nef
WRITER'S EMAIL-CmCCay@wfmlaw.nef
This letter confirms that Anna Community Development Corporation (the
"Corporation") has engaged the law firm of Wolfe, Tidwell & McCoy, LLP (the "Firm") as
the Corporation's legal counsel on an as -needed basis for the provision of legal
services. The Firm will be compensated for provision of said services at the rate of
$200/hr for partner -attorney time, $165/hr for senior -attorney time, $130/hr for associate
attorney time and $95/hr paralegal/legal assistant time. The Firm will also be
reimbursed for all reasonable expenses incurred in providing said services including,
but not limited to: photocopies, postage, long-distance telephone calls, approved travel,
filing/recording fees, court costs, depositions, and any other expenses that are
incidental and necessary to providing the Firm's services to the Corporation.
Fees and expenses will be itemized on a written invoice and billed to the
Corporation on a monthly basis and are due and payable upon receipt of the invoice.
The invoice will contain a detailed description of the services rendered, with time broken
down into tenth -of -an -hour increments, identifying the person performing the work, and
a description of all incidental expenses.
The Firm guarantees provision of services at the newly agreed -upon rates
through September 30, 2023. For subsequent years, the Firm may increase its rate by a
maximum of 4% annually by providing written notice to the City of Anna Economic
Development Director on or before July 31 to subsequently take effect October 1 of the
year of such increase. Reimbursement for costs and expenses will continue to be
reimbursed as described above. Fees and expenses will continue to be itemized on a
written invoice and billed to the City on a monthly basis and are due and payable upon
receipt of the invoice. Invoices will continue to contain a detailed description of the
services rendered, with time broken down into tenth -of -an -hour increments, identifying
the person performing the work, and a description of all incidental expenses.
WOLFE, TIDWELL & McCOY, LLP
Mr. Anthony Richardson
RE: Letter of Engagement for Legal Services
December 22, 2021
Page 2
If this letter confirms the understanding of the Corporation, please execute where
indicated below and return a copy of same to my office at your earliest convenience.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
C#' cl�--),
Clark McCoy
AGREED:
By: Anthony Richardson, President
Anna Community Development Corporation
Item No. 7.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Director's Report.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
October Sales Tax Report/November Budget Update
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1.2022 Monthly Sales Tax Report
2.CDC SALES TAX COLLECTIONS FY22
3.FY2022 Period 2 November CDC EDC
October $ 417,343
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
$ 417,343
24.4% $ 335,454
340,156
419,319
338,879
292,405
441,021
375,823
385,457
467,686
432,097
406,214
453,292
$ 4,687,804
Budget: 4,390,000 9.5% 4,300,000
$500,000
$450,000
$400,000
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
$0
Monthly Sales Tax Collections:
3 Year Comparison
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k1 FY2021-22 ❑ FY2020-21 ®FY2019-20
0 CITY OF
IF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Schedule of Sales Tax Collections
% Change2021-22
Collections from i
Monthly Prior Year
Monthly
October
$ 156,504 24.4% $
125,795
November
127,559
December
157,245
January
127,080
February
109,652
March
165,383
April
140,934
May
144,546
June
175,382
July
162,036
August
152,330
September
169,985
$ 156,504 $
1,757,926
Monthly Sales Tax Collections:
3 Year Comparison
$200,000
$180,000
$160,000
$140,000
$120,000
$100,000
$80,000
$60,000
$40,000
$20,0000
J
$
'0
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FY2021-22 u FY2020-21 i FY2019-20
Budget Report For Fiscal: 2021-2022 Period Ending: 11/30/2021
12/6/2021 11:00:45 AM Page 40 of 83
Fiscal
Acvity
Variance
Favorable
Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
Acvity
Original
Total Budget
Fund: 890 - Community Development Corporation
Department: 825 - Community Development Corporation
Salaries 292,734.00 39,238.10 253,495.90 86.60 %19,957.39890-825-61010 292,734.00
Miscellaneous Payroll 100.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-61019 100.00
Payroll Taxes-City Part FICA 22,394.00 2,286.31 20,107.69 89.79 %1,163.83890-825-61110 22,394.00
Health Insurance 31,866.00 69.90 31,796.10 99.78 %0.00890-825-61210 31,866.00
TMRS Retirement 40,368.00 5,293.99 35,074.01 86.89 %2,694.28890-825-61220 40,368.00
Unemployment 750.00 177.43 572.57 76.34 %177.43890-825-61230 750.00
Worker's Compensation 1,318.00 465.57 852.43 64.68 %465.57890-825-61240 1,318.00
Travel/Training Expense 0.00 1,023.61 -1,023.61 0.00 %296.80890-825-61710 0.00
Office Supplies 2,000.00 102.85 1,897.15 94.86 %41.18890-825-62011 2,000.00
Other Supplies - Misc. 4,000.00 271.51 3,728.49 93.21 %271.51890-825-62012 4,000.00
Postage 100.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-62210 100.00
Clothing Supplies 1,000.00 90.28 909.72 90.97 %90.28890-825-62310 1,000.00
IT Supplies 3,500.00 0.00 3,500.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-62910 3,500.00
Telecom 700.00 0.00 700.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-66040 700.00
Contract Services 268,625.00 10,710.00 257,915.00 96.01 %5,355.00890-825-67000 246,775.00
Promotion Expense 163,000.00 5,834.00 157,166.00 96.42 %2,917.00890-825-67016 185,000.00
Legal Expense 14,000.00 0.00 14,000.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67019 14,000.00
Audit Expense 7,500.00 0.00 7,500.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67020 7,500.00
Public Notices - Advertising 250.00 0.00 250.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67031 250.00
Economic Development Grant Expe 575,000.00 0.00 575,000.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67053 575,000.00
Insurance - Property & Liability 3,500.00 3,500.00 0.00 0.00 %3,500.00890-825-67058 3,500.00
Dues, Publications & Licenses 6,075.00 0.00 6,075.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67061 5,925.00
Travel/Training Expense 31,495.00 995.04 30,499.96 96.84 %995.04890-825-67200 31,495.00
Interest Expense 167,463.00 0.00 167,463.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-67790 167,463.00
Debt-Service Principal 160,000.00 0.00 160,000.00 100.00 %0.00890-825-71090 160,000.00
Department: 825 - Community Development Corporation Total: 70,058.5937,925.311,797,738.00 1,797,738.00 1,727,679.41 96.10 %
Fund: 890 - Community Development Corporation Total: 70,058.5937,925.311,797,738.00 1,797,738.00 1,727,679.41 96.10 %
Budget Report For Fiscal: 2021-2022 Period Ending: 11/30/2021
12/6/2021 11:00:45 AM Page 41 of 83
Fiscal
Acvity
Variance
Favorable
Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
Acvity
Original
Total Budget
Fund: 900 - Economic Development Corporation
Department: 826 - Economic Development Corporation
Maint. & Repair - Buildings 3,000.00 150.04 2,849.96 95.00 %0.00900-826-63012 3,000.00
Electricity 3,500.00 806.76 2,693.24 76.95 %372.31900-826-66010 3,500.00
Gas - Natural/Propane 1,050.00 131.63 918.37 87.46 %68.75900-826-66020 1,050.00
Telecom 2,000.00 358.10 1,641.90 82.10 %201.97900-826-66040 2,000.00
Contract Services 64,200.00 2,319.32 61,880.68 96.39 %739.86900-826-67000 64,200.00
Legal Expense 6,000.00 0.00 6,000.00 100.00 %0.00900-826-67019 6,000.00
Audit Expense 5,000.00 0.00 5,000.00 100.00 %0.00900-826-67020 5,000.00
Insurance - Property & Liability 1,050.00 1,050.00 0.00 0.00 %1,050.00900-826-67058 1,050.00
Department: 826 - Economic Development Corporation Total: 4,815.852,432.8985,800.00 85,800.00 80,984.15 94.39 %
Fund: 900 - Economic Development Corporation Total: 4,815.852,432.8985,800.00 85,800.00 80,984.15 94.39 %
Report Total: 4,048,452.77 5,674,620.3551,932,739.00 62,938,392.00 57,263,771.65 90.98 %
Item No. 7.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Strategic Plan Update
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
ICSC Red River / February Meeting Date
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 8.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date:1/6/2022
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Closed Session.
a. Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property. (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition possible land sale/purchase Anna
Business Park.
b. 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) Lease agreement and professional services contract.c.
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) Anna Business Park Property potential retail and medical projects.
SUMMARY:
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:ATTACHMENTS: