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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.
MEETING AGENDA
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AND
ANNA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Thursday, May 9, 2024 @ 6:00 PM
The EDC/CDC of the City of Anna will meet on 5/9/2024, 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 April 4, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC) b. Approve minutes from the April 4, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
5. Individual Consideration.
a. Hold a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving
an agreement with Silversand Services and authorizing the expenditure of funds
for lawn care of the downtown CDC-owned properties. (CDC)
b. Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving an agreement with Toole
Design and authorizing the expenditure of funds for the Interurban Pedestrian
Corridor Project and Downtown Plan Consulting. (CDC) c. Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving the dedication of permanent
water line easement(s) to the City of Anna located on certain CDC-owned
properties along State Highway 5. (CDC) d. Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving a purchase and sale
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.
contract with leasebacks for property owned by Bengal Anna Plaza, LLC, a
Texas limited liability company, and Faizur Rahman located along or near State
Highway 5. (CDC) e. Consider/Discuss/Action approving an agreement with the Dallas Business
Journal for the 2025 Best Real Estate Deals Awards Presenting Sponsorship.
(CDC) f. Consider/Discuss/Action a request for the City of Anna's Fire and Police
Departments to conduct departmental exercises and training on two downtown
CDC-owned properties. (CDC)
6. Director's Report. a. Strategic Plan Update
b. Financial Report/Sales Tax Update c. Event Updates & Upcoming Events
7. 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. 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. Pending Contracts. 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); 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, Interim 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 5/3/2024.
Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic
Development
Item No. 3.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Neighbor Comments.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 4.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the April 4, 2024, Joint Community Development Corporation and
Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. April 4_2024 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 6:00 pm
Anna Municipal Complex, City Council Chambers
120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas 75409
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development Corporation
conducted a meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the Anna Municipal Complex City Council
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: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Bruce Norwood, Ronnie Kerr, Jody Bills, Allison Inesta, Kylee
Kelley, Michelle Hawkins, and Rocio Gonzalez. Others Present: Bernie Parker (Interim Director of
Economic Development), Salena Tittle (Interim Economic Development Analyst), Pete Cain (Council
Member), Lee Miller (Council Member) and Clark McCoy (Attorney).
1.Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board President Bruce Norwood at 6:00 p.m.
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Bruce Norwood.
3.Neighbor Comments.
None.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Approve minutes from the March 7, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b.Approve minutes from the March 7, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent agenda.
Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a.Consider/Discuss/Action on authorizing an incidental sign to be placed on the
EDC building located at 101 S. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas and authorizing City
of Anna Interim Director of Economic Development to take all steps necessary to
acquire and place the sign including entering into an agreement on behalf of the
EDC providing for placement of said sign with the EDC acquiring ownership of
said sign at a price not to exceed ten dollars and zero cents ($10.00).
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation to the Board describing the tenants
request for placement of an incidental sign (object of a horse) on top of the EDC
owned building.
Michelle Hawkins asked if the EDC truly wanted ownership of the horse.
Bernie Parker advised the Board that this was a topic of discussion amongst staff
and the decision was made due to the horse having to be placed on the EDC
insurance should anything happen and to also keep a piece of Anna history in
Anna’s Downtown should the tenant choose to leave at a later time.
Rocio Gonzalez made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve
individual consideration item 5a. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Motion passed.
b.Consider/Discuss/Action on authorizing the City of Anna Interim Director of
Economic Development to support the current tenant’s placement of a food
truck in front of the EDC building located at 101 S. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas,
said building being leased to said tenant and to take all necessary steps to
provide for such placement including without limitation executing on the EDC’s
behalf necessary applications for governmental approval, if any.
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation to the Board describing the tenants
request to move the approved current location of the food truck (rear of EDC
building) to the front southern portion of the EDC owned building.
Jody Bills made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5b. Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Motion passed.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
c.Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation to cancel the May 2, 2024,
CDC/EDC Joint Board Meeting.
Bernie Parker reminded the Board, per previous discussions, that he would be out of
the office the week the May 2nd meeting was to be held due to previously scheduled
training. Mr. Parker advised the staff’s recommendation to cancel the May 2nd
meeting.
Kylee Kelley made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5c. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion
passed.
d.Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation to conduct the May CDC/EDC
Joint Board Meeting on May 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers of the
Municipal Complex located at 120 W. 7th Street.
Bernie Parker advised the Board that due to the May 2nd meeting being
cancelled, staff recommends holding the May joint meeting on May 9th.
Kylee Kelley made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5d. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion
passed.
6.Director’s Report.
a.Strategic Plan Update
Bernie Parker advised the Board that he had the privilege to speak at the Greater
Anna Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program and share with neighbors the
responsibilities of Economic Development and the role it plays locally, regionally,
and statewide.
Bernie also wanted to thank Board President, Bruce Norwood, and Vice-
President, Jody Bills, for spending an afternoon with EDC staff to review all
Downtown SOQ packages and help make a recommendation on which company
we should proceed forward with in regard to the EDC’s vision for the Interurban
Pedestrian Only Plan and the Downtown Small Area Plan.
Mr. Parker made mention that City staff as well as EDC staff met with Anna ISD
to discuss a new job shadowing program for Anna ISD teachers. This is a grant
program which allows teachers this summer to shadow city staff and participate
in work programs in order to learn some hands-on training to take back to their
students for certain work program certifications.
Additionally, Bernie made mention of the Dallas Business Journal article that was
recently published regarding the growth in Anna and the influx of single-family
residential permits over the last year.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
b.Financial Report/Sales Tax Update
Bernie Parker explained to the Board that Sales Tax numbers had not been
published yet but that staff would have an update for the Board at the May
meeting.
c.Downtown RFQ Update
Bernie Parker advised that staff will be providing the Board with the Toole Design
- Scope of Work & Fee Proposal at the May meeting. Toole Design is the
company that was selected by staff as well as the Board President and Vice
President to proceed forward in the process of assisting the EDC with the desired
downtown area plans.
d.Upcoming Events
Bernie Parker advised that Monday, April 15th is the Greater Anna Chamber of
Commerce Golf Tournament. Wednesday, April 17th, the EDC staff will be in
Dallas for the Bisnow Healthcare Real Estate Event. Thursday, April 18th is the
Dallas Business Journal Best Real Estate Delas Awards at the Ritz Carlton in
Dallas. Saturday, June 1st is the Boards & Commission Orientation in Council
Chambers. Friday, June 14th, the Texas Workforce Commission’s Mobile Unit will
be in the parking lot of the Municipal Complex.
7.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.
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. Pending Contracts.
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); potential retail and medical
projects.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Ronnie Kerr made a motion to enter closed session. Michelle Hawkins seconded the motion. All
were in favor. Motion passed. EDC/CDC Board entered closed session at 6:19 p.m.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Jody Bills made a motion that the Board reconvene the EDC/CDC meeting back into open
session. Ronnie Kerr seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC/EDC
Board reconvened the meeting at 6:35 p.m.
Bruce Norwood advised that there is no action needed to be taken regarding closed session
items.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
Bernie Parker pointed out some of the new EDC swag that was given to each Board Member
before the start of the meeting.
Bruce Norwood mentioned the Anna Fire vs. the Anna Police Softball Game which will take
place at the Anna High School Softball Fields the following night, Friday, April 5th.
10.Adjourn.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Ronnie Kerr seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
____________________________ ____________________________
Bruce Norwood Rocio Gonzalez
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 4.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the April 4, 2024, Joint Community Development Corporation and
Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. April 4_2024 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 6:00 pm
Anna Municipal Complex, City Council Chambers
120 W. 7th Street, Anna, Texas 75409
The Anna Community Development Corporation and the Anna Economic Development Corporation
conducted a meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the Anna Municipal Complex City Council
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: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Bruce Norwood, Ronnie Kerr, Jody Bills, Allison Inesta, Kylee
Kelley, Michelle Hawkins, and Rocio Gonzalez. Others Present: Bernie Parker (Interim Director of
Economic Development), Salena Tittle (Interim Economic Development Analyst), Pete Cain (Council
Member), Lee Miller (Council Member) and Clark McCoy (Attorney).
1.Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of Quorum.
The meeting was called to order by Board President Bruce Norwood at 6:00 p.m.
2.Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Bruce Norwood.
3.Neighbor Comments.
None.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Approve minutes from the March 7, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b.Approve minutes from the March 7, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent agenda.
Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a.Consider/Discuss/Action on authorizing an incidental sign to be placed on the
EDC building located at 101 S. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas and authorizing City
of Anna Interim Director of Economic Development to take all steps necessary to
acquire and place the sign including entering into an agreement on behalf of the
EDC providing for placement of said sign with the EDC acquiring ownership of
said sign at a price not to exceed ten dollars and zero cents ($10.00).
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation to the Board describing the tenants
request for placement of an incidental sign (object of a horse) on top of the EDC
owned building.
Michelle Hawkins asked if the EDC truly wanted ownership of the horse.
Bernie Parker advised the Board that this was a topic of discussion amongst staff
and the decision was made due to the horse having to be placed on the EDC
insurance should anything happen and to also keep a piece of Anna history in
Anna’s Downtown should the tenant choose to leave at a later time.
Rocio Gonzalez made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve
individual consideration item 5a. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Motion passed.
b.Consider/Discuss/Action on authorizing the City of Anna Interim Director of
Economic Development to support the current tenant’s placement of a food
truck in front of the EDC building located at 101 S. Powell Parkway, Anna, Texas,
said building being leased to said tenant and to take all necessary steps to
provide for such placement including without limitation executing on the EDC’s
behalf necessary applications for governmental approval, if any.
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation to the Board describing the tenants
request to move the approved current location of the food truck (rear of EDC
building) to the front southern portion of the EDC owned building.
Jody Bills made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5b. Rocio Gonzalez seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Motion passed.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
c.Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation to cancel the May 2, 2024,
CDC/EDC Joint Board Meeting.
Bernie Parker reminded the Board, per previous discussions, that he would be out of
the office the week the May 2nd meeting was to be held due to previously scheduled
training. Mr. Parker advised the staff’s recommendation to cancel the May 2nd
meeting.
Kylee Kelley made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5c. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion
passed.
d.Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation to conduct the May CDC/EDC
Joint Board Meeting on May 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers of the
Municipal Complex located at 120 W. 7th Street.
Bernie Parker advised the Board that due to the May 2nd meeting being
cancelled, staff recommends holding the May joint meeting on May 9th.
Kylee Kelley made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve individual
consideration item 5d. Jody Bills seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion
passed.
6.Director’s Report.
a.Strategic Plan Update
Bernie Parker advised the Board that he had the privilege to speak at the Greater
Anna Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program and share with neighbors the
responsibilities of Economic Development and the role it plays locally, regionally,
and statewide.
Bernie also wanted to thank Board President, Bruce Norwood, and Vice-
President, Jody Bills, for spending an afternoon with EDC staff to review all
Downtown SOQ packages and help make a recommendation on which company
we should proceed forward with in regard to the EDC’s vision for the Interurban
Pedestrian Only Plan and the Downtown Small Area Plan.
Mr. Parker made mention that City staff as well as EDC staff met with Anna ISD
to discuss a new job shadowing program for Anna ISD teachers. This is a grant
program which allows teachers this summer to shadow city staff and participate
in work programs in order to learn some hands-on training to take back to their
students for certain work program certifications.
Additionally, Bernie made mention of the Dallas Business Journal article that was
recently published regarding the growth in Anna and the influx of single-family
residential permits over the last year.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
b.Financial Report/Sales Tax Update
Bernie Parker explained to the Board that Sales Tax numbers had not been
published yet but that staff would have an update for the Board at the May
meeting.
c.Downtown RFQ Update
Bernie Parker advised that staff will be providing the Board with the Toole Design
- Scope of Work & Fee Proposal at the May meeting. Toole Design is the
company that was selected by staff as well as the Board President and Vice
President to proceed forward in the process of assisting the EDC with the desired
downtown area plans.
d.Upcoming Events
Bernie Parker advised that Monday, April 15th is the Greater Anna Chamber of
Commerce Golf Tournament. Wednesday, April 17th, the EDC staff will be in
Dallas for the Bisnow Healthcare Real Estate Event. Thursday, April 18th is the
Dallas Business Journal Best Real Estate Delas Awards at the Ritz Carlton in
Dallas. Saturday, June 1st is the Boards & Commission Orientation in Council
Chambers. Friday, June 14th, the Texas Workforce Commission’s Mobile Unit will
be in the parking lot of the Municipal Complex.
7.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.
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. Pending Contracts.
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); potential retail and medical
projects.
Officers: Staff:
Bruce Norwood, President Bernie Parker, Interim Director of Economic Development
Jody Bills, Vice-President Salena Tittle, Interim Economic Development Analyst
Rocio Gonzalez, Secretary
Ronnie Kerr made a motion to enter closed session. Michelle Hawkins seconded the motion. All
were in favor. Motion passed. EDC/CDC Board entered closed session at 6:19 p.m.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Jody Bills made a motion that the Board reconvene the EDC/CDC meeting back into open
session. Ronnie Kerr seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The CDC/EDC
Board reconvened the meeting at 6:35 p.m.
Bruce Norwood advised that there is no action needed to be taken regarding closed session
items.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
Bernie Parker pointed out some of the new EDC swag that was given to each Board Member
before the start of the meeting.
Bruce Norwood mentioned the Anna Fire vs. the Anna Police Softball Game which will take
place at the Anna High School Softball Fields the following night, Friday, April 5th.
10.Adjourn.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Ronnie Kerr seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
____________________________ ____________________________
Bruce Norwood Rocio Gonzalez
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 5.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Individual Consideration.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Hold a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving an
agreement with Silversand Services and authorizing the expenditure of funds for lawn
care of the downtown CDC-owned properties. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
The request is to allow the CDC Board President to execute an agreement for contract
services with Sliversand Services for bi-weekly lawn care of the downtown CDC-owned
properties for an amount not to exceed $4,000.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution to enter into an agreement with
Silversand Services and for the expenditure of funds not to exceed $4,000 for lawn care
of the downtown CDC-owned properties.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. CDC Contract Services Resolution 2024 Silversand Services
2. CDC Lawn Service Quote
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT AND THE EXPENDITURE OF
FUNDS FOR CONTRACT SERVICE PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the “CDC”) wishes to
expend funds for contract service purposes for lawn care for the downtown CDC-owned
properties; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors finds that this project and expenditure to promote
new or expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1.Recitals Incorporated
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2.Approval of Funding
The CDC hereby authorizes the Board President to execute an agreement for lawn care
services of the downtown CDC-owned properties and to charge the CDC’s agreement
services line item in an amount not to exceed $4,000 for the remainder of the Fiscal
Year 2023-2024 for contract services for community and economic development
purposes.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th
day of May 2024.
APPROVED:
_____________________________
Bruce Norwood, CDC President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
CITY OF ANNA
EDC OWNED PROPERTIES
213 W. 7TH STREET
123 W. 8TH STREET
607 S. INTERURBAN
ANNA, TX 75409
214-250-6911
STITTLE@ANNATEXAS.GOV
Yearly Program Includes: Number of visits per year
Number of Turf Maintenance per year 22
Yearly Maintenance Schedule:
January: Once Monthly
February: Once Monthly
March: Twice Monthly
April – October: Twice Monthly
November: Twice Monthly
December: Once Monthly
$407 per MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS
Silver Sands Representative Mr. & Mrs.
__________________________________ ____________________________________
Date_____________________ Date__________________
OFFICE USE ONLY
SERVICE START DATE: _________________________
SERVICE DAY AND CREW: _____________________
870 NORTH PRESTON ROAD
CELINA, TX 75009
972-335-9446
NCHAPPELL@SILVERSANDSERVICE
S.COM
SILVERSANDSERVICES.COM
Item No. 5.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving an agreement with Toole Design
and authorizing the expenditure of funds for the Interurban Pedestrian Corridor Project
and Downtown Plan Consulting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
The request is to allow the CDC Board President to execute an agreement for contract
services with Toole Design for the scope of work and implementation of the Interurban
Pedestrian Corridor Project and Downtown Plan Consulting (Small Area Plan) for an
amount not to exceed $225,000.
Toole Design has provided a document that lists the scope of work and the fee
associated with each plan, and it is attached to this staff report for the Board's
reference. The purpose of this agreement is to create and design a pedestrian-only
thoroughfare on S. Interurban Street between W. 4th Street and West 5th Street
connecting to the new Municipal Plaza. Secondly, it is to design a small downtown area
plan for the S. Interurban Street, S. Powell Parkway, W. 7th Street, and W. White Street
corridor. Completing these two plans will allow the EDC staff to create a true, unique
downtown atmosphere for the City of Anna.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution to enter into an agreement with Toole
Design and for the expenditure of funds not to exceed $225,000 for the Interurban
Pedestrian Corridor Project and Downtown Plan Consulting.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. CDC Contract Services Resolution 2024 Toole Design
2. Toole - Proposed Scope and Fee
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT AND THE EXPENDITURE OF
FUNDS FOR INTERURBAN PEDESTRIAN CORRIDOR PROJECT AND DOWNTOWN
PLAN CONSULTING PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the “CDC”) wishes to
expend funds for Interurban Pedestrian Corridor Project and Downtown Consulting
purposes for design and implementation contract services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors finds that this project and expenditure to promote
new or expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1.Recitals Incorporated
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2.Approval of Funding
The CDC hereby authorizes the Board President to execute an agreement for contract
services for the Interurban Pedestrian Corridor Project and for Downtown Plan
Consulting and to charge the CDC’s agreement services line item in an amount not to
exceed $225,000 for contract services for community and economic development
purposes.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th
day of May 2024.
APPROVED:
_____________________________
Bruce Norwood, CDC President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
SCOPE AND FEE
CONCEPT DESIGN AND SMALL AREA PLAN
CITY OF ANNA, TX
APPROACH
Based on feedback from the City of Anna, Toole Design has revised our approach for the Interurban Pedestrian
Thoroughfare and the Small Area Plan. At the City’s request, we have separated these efforts into different
phases. The revised scope clarifies the deliverables associated with each phase of work.
INTERURBAN PEDESTRIAN THOROUGHFARE – CONCEPT DESIGN
PHASE 1: ANALYZE + ENVISION
TASK 1.1: SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS
The concept design for Interurban Street must be informed by a clear understanding of current physical
conditions, previous plans (particularly the Downtown Master Plan), existing policies and design guidance, and
valuable input from the community.
Project Kickoff and Background Analysis
The project will kickoff with an in-person start-up meeting hosted by the City, which Toole Design will attend.
This meeting will be used to confirm scope and schedule, discuss project sensitivities, and determine additional
background information needed. Following this meeting, we will conduct a walking audit of Interurban Street and
its surrounding context. This tour will help to identify and discuss specific on -the-ground realities and brainstorm
opportunities. It will also help inform our team of the op portunities and challenges in the area.
TASK 1.2: IDENTIFY PRECEDENTS AND BEST PRACTICES
As part of our initial phases of the design process, Toole Design will develop an exhibit that showcases
pedestrian-only street precedents and best practices that are applicable to Interurban Street and downtown Anna.
The intent of this task is to amass excellent examples that can potentially serve as information and inspiration for
a context-sensitive design solution for Interurban Street. The exhibit will feature precedent examples that relate to
the street’s program, allocation of space, aesthetic treatment, and transitions. The exhibit will be in 11x17 format
and will present relevant information and precedents in both visual and written form. Toole Design has had the
great opportunity to design a number of streets that are similar in scale and desired function for Interurban Street,
so our team is well-versed in functional pedestrian-only or festival streets, how to handle street transitions to more
typical street configurations, and what works well in terms of streetscape amenities and management.
Phase 1 Deliverables and Meetings
• One (1) in-person project kickoff meeting and walking tour
• One (1) 11x17 exhibit showing pedestrian-only street precedents and best practices
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PHASE 2: DESIGN
Building upon a keen understanding of Interurban Street’s context—including influencing conditions, policies and
community needs—will be critical to developing a design aesthetic and construction documents to move the effort
forward.
TASK 2.1 DESIGN CHARRETTE
This multiday event will create space for stakeholders to influence design in real-time. Stakeholders and the
public will have opportunities to shape the concept plans for the Interurban Pedestrian Thoroughfare. We will
partner with City staff to determine specific charrette activities, which we suggest include a combination of open
and closed studio sessions along with at least one public open house event.
Design Charrette Schedule:
Discovery/Site Visit | Day 1
The Toole Design Team will arrive early on Day 1 and set up the workspace at the venue. Toole Design will meet
with City to recap what happened in Phase 1, discuss any changes that may have occurred, and review the
schedule for the week. The remainder of the day, the Toole Design Team will work at the venue.
Development of Alternatives | Days 2 and 3
The Toole Design Team will create a series of conceptual alternatives for Interurban Street that will include typical
cross sections and sample plan-view drawings defining the public realm. The alternatives will include the
identification of character zones and/or programming, a palette of potential materials, and treatments for
transitioning to adjacent streets. These products may be both hand-drawn and computer aided to convey the look
and feel of each alternative. The drawings will assist stakeholders in discussing the trade -offs and priorities. On
the evening of Day 3, we will host a pin-up for the PMT and City to review the alternatives and provide any
additional insight.
Alternative Refinement | Day 4
The conceptual alternatives for Interurban Street will be analyzed for strengths and weaknesses. The team will
compare the alternatives to determine the best options given the various factors which will influence the project:
vision, goals, safety, operations, network connectivity, urban design, right-of-way, and constructability. In the
evening of Day 4, a public meeting will be held to present the alternatives. This feedback will help advance the
preferred concept plan for Interurban Street.
Phase 2 Deliverables and Meetings
• A four-day design charrette, which will include the following:
o A minimum of two (2) hand-drawn conceptual alternatives of Interurban Street
o Typical cross sections and sample plan-view drawings for each alternative
o Process sketches that illustrate how design decisions are made
o A draft materials palette
o One (1) meeting with the PMT and the City to review alternatives and provide feedback
o One (1) meeting with the public to present alternatives and select a preferred concept
PHASE 3: DOCUMENT
TASK 3.1: 10% CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Following the Charrette, our team will begin production of the preferred alternative into a formalized concept
design for Interurban Street. These plans, which will be produced with CADD software, will include preliminary
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roadway geometry, pavement marking and signing (if it is deemed necessary), and will identify opportunities for
green infrastructure, public art, and streetscape elements. In addition to the plan layout, the recommended
conceptual typical cross-sections will be prepared for inclusion with the conceptual plan. These cross -sections will
include typical existing conditions and typical proposed conditions. These concept plans will be developed to
approximately 10% completion.
Our team will also prepare planning-level cost estimates for the conceptual layout for Interurban Street. The
estimates will use typical unit pricing for various elements and contingency.
Phase 3 Deliverables and Meetings
• 10% Construction Documents in PDF format. Anticipated sheets include:
o Title Sheet
o Legends, Abbreviations, and General Notes
o Typical Sections
o Summary of Quantities
o Existing Conditions/Survey Control
o Site Preparation/Demolition Plan
o Construction Plan
o Civil and Transportation Details
o Intersection and Curb Ramp Enlargements
o Pavement Marking and Signage Plans
o Landscape/Hardscape Plans
o Landscape/Hardscape Details and Schedule
• Planning-level Opinion of Probable Construction Cost
PHASE 4: SMALL AREA PLAN
TASK 4.1 EXISTING CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT
The small area plan effort will begin with an in-person meeting hosted by the City, which Toole Design will
attend. This meeting will be used to confirm scope and schedule, discuss project sensitivities, and determine
additional background information needed. During this 2-day visit to Anna, Toole Design will also complete an
initial public realm assessment. We will tour and field-verify the small area plan study area, identify amenities,
document land uses and potential developable parcels, and generally f amiliarize ourselves with the physical
characteristics of the streets.
Plan and Policy Review
Existing plans, policies, and regulations that influence the Plan will be reviewed. Anna already has several
visionary planning documents for Downtown. Beyond summarizing the contents of each document, this task will
include discussion with staff to understand barriers to implementing previous plans as well as the practical value
of key documents in influencing public investment and private development as it relates to streetscapes in and
around the study area.
Existing Conditions Basemap
Toole Design will produce an existing conditions basemap of the study area. This map will serve as the basis for
developing a series of diagrams showing the relationship between existing characteristics such as the overall
transportation network, major destinations, and land use patterns. The basemap will be developed to a sufficient
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level of detail to facilitate development of street cross -sections, any site-specific conceptual designs, and cost
estimates created in subsequent tasks.
TASK 4.2 DRAFT URBAN DESIGN STRATEGY
Based on the Toole Design will develop a preliminary Urban Design Strategy for Downtown. The Strategy will
consist of two parts – 1) a Small Area Plan outline and 2) a Materials Guide and will contain aesthetic treatments
that can be applied elsewhere in Anna, should the City choose to do so. The Urban Design Strategy will ensure a
cohesive concept design for Downtown Anna.
Draft Small Area Plan Outline
The draft small area plan outline will illustratively identify the placemaking components that will form a cohesive
vision for Downtown Anna. These components are anticipated to include, but may not be limited to, pedestrian
zones, crossing treatments, pedestrian and roadway lighting, site furnishings, high-level guidance for architectural
forms and building frontages, strategies for loading and delivery, outdoor dining, vegetation, parking, transit, and
wayfinding. Toole Design will develop or modify standard details, as necessary, to accompany proposed
streetscape components.
Materials Guide
The Materials Guide will provide guidance for application, installation, and maintenance of specific materials and
products (e.g., paving materials, detectable surfaces, plant species). Congruency and departure from existing City
guidelines will be clearly noted. The Materials Guide can apply to the Interurban Pedestrian Thoroughfare as well
as other areas in Downtown Anna.
TASK 4.3 DRAFT AND FINAL REPORT
Toole Design will develop the Draft and Final Small Area Plan and Pedestrian Thoroughfare Concept Design
based on information gathered and created in all previous tasks. The document will not exceed 25 pages in length
with additional detail, as needed, provided in a supported addendum. Our team anticipates working with City staff
to provide opportunity for public input on the Draft Plan before submitting the Final Plan.
We are excited about the opportunity to work with the City of Anna to develop a concept plan for Interurban Street
and a small area plan that meets your community’s desire to continue building a vibrant downtown. If you have
any questions or comments, please contact our proposed Project Manager, Eric Childs, at 864.336.2276 x655 or
echilds@tooledesign.com. Thank you for considering our team.
Sincerely,
Eric Childs, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP | Senior Landscape Architect | Associate
TOOLE DESIGN
659 Auburn Avenue, Suite 255 | Atlanta, GA 30312
echilds@tooledesign.com | 470.800.9525 x655
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PROPOSED FEE
The proposed fee shown below has been developed to reflect the two primary deliverables of this project
separately. The fee accounts for direct expenses, including airfare, rental vehicles, lodging, and per diem meals
and incidentals.
INTERURBAN PEDESTRIAN THOROUGHFARE
PHASE 1: ANALYZE + ENVISION $23,050
PHASE 2: DESIGN $36,610
PHASE 3: DOCUMENT $23,100
Subtotal $82,760
SMALL AREA PLAN
PHASE 4: SMALL AREA PLAN $50,900
Subtotal $50,900
Grand Total $133,660
Item No. 5.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving the dedication of permanent water
line easement(s) to the City of Anna located on certain CDC-owned properties along
State Highway 5. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
The City of Anna is requesting dedication of permanent water line easements on certain
CDC-owned properties along State Highway 5. Currently, the city water line is located in
the TXDOT right-of-way. However, as TXDOT continues to widen State Highway 5, the
city is required to move the water line back from where it is currently located. Pushing
the water line into three separate CDC-owned properties, requiring three separate
easements. Each easement would be filed by separate instrument by the City of Anna.
In order to have continued water utility service to these properties and others within the
city, it is crucial for the City of Anna to have the dedicated easements provided to them.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution approving the dedication of permanent
water line easement(s) to the City of Anna located on certain CDC-owned properties
along State Highway 5.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 193 Water Line Easement Resolution & Exhibits
2. 194 Water Line Easement Resolution & Exhibits
3. 198 Water Line Easement Resolution & Exhibits
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________________________ PAGE 1 OF 1
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A PERMANENT WATER LINE
EASEMENT TO THE CITY OF ANNA OVER, UNDER, AND ACROSS A 0.208-ACRE
TRACT OF LAND
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the "CDC") desires to grant to
the City of Anna, Texas a permanent water line easement across a certain 0.208-acre tract of
land owned by the CDC; and
WHEREAS, the CDC Board of Directors (the “Board”) has determined that granting the
permanent water line easement will promote new or expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1. Recitals Incorporated
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2. Authority to Execute Financing Agreement
The CDC hereby authorizes the Board’s President to execute, on the CDC's behalf, permanent
water line easement along with any associated documents necessary to grant and effectuate said
easement to the City of Anna, Texas as set forth in more detail in the attached EXHIBIT 1,
incorporated herein for all purposes. Said authority to execute and deliver said permanent water
line easement is subject to approval of the form of same by the CDC's legal counsel.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th day of
May 2024.
APPROVED:
_____________________________
Bruce Norwood, CDC President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 1 of 2
Exhibit 1
Notice of Confidentiality Rights: If you are a natural person, you may remove or strike
any of the following information from this instrument before it is filed for record in the
public records: your Social Security Number or your Driver's License Number.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT
Date: Executed and effective on the date of the
acknowledgment set out below.
Grantor(s): Anna Community Development Corporation Grantee: City of Anna, Texas, a home-rule municipal
corporation
Grantor’s Mailing Address: Grantee’s Mailing Address:
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
Grantor’s Property: The Grantor’s Property is a tract of land located in the Henry Brantley Survey, Abstract 71, City of Anna,
Collin County, Texas, being the same called 0.208-acre tract of land conveyed to Anna Community Development Corporation,
by deed recorded in Instrument Number 2023000129997, of the Official Public Records of Collin County, Texas.
Permanent Water Line Easement: The Permanent Water Line Easement (the “Easement”) is 0.0270 acres of property within
Grantor’s Property, said 0.0270 acres being a strip of land approximately 15 feet wide. A metes and bounds legal description and
depiction of the Easement is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Easement Purpose: As more fully described herein, to construct water lines, together with the right of ingress and egress along,
upon and across Grantor’s Property and along, upon, over, under, and across Grantor’s Property within the bounds of the
Easement.
Consideration: The sum of ten dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which
are acknowledged by Grantor.
Grant of Easement: Grantor, for the Consideration described herein, grants, sells, and conveys to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs,
successors and assigns, the Easement over, under, on and across Grantor’s Property for the Easement Purpose, including the right
of construction, installation, reconstruction, operation, maintenance, replacement, alteration, expansion, relocation, upgrade,
repair, abandonment, removal and other associated uses of the above-referenced water line(s), together with all and singular the
rights and appurtenances thereto in any way belonging or necessary to fulfill the Easement Purpose, (collectively, the “Easement
Rights”), to have and to hold the Easement Rights to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns forever. Grantor binds
Grantor and Grantor’s heirs, successors, and assigns to warrant and forever defend the title to the Easement and the Easement
Rights in Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming or to claim the
Easement or any part of the Easement Rights. Grantee shall have the right to prevent excavation within the Easement; the right to
prevent construction of any and all buildings, structures or other obstructions which would endanger or interfere with the
efficiency, safety, and/or convenient operation of the aforementioned water lines and associated appurtenances; and the right to
trim or remove trees or shrubbery within, but not limited to, said Easement, to the extent as may be necessary to prevent possible
interference with the operation of said lines or their appurtenances, or to remove possible hazard thereto. Grantor recognizes that
the general course of said lines and appurtenances to be constructed, or the metes and bounds as described herein, is based on
preliminary survey(s) only, and Grantor hereby agrees that this Easement and its general dimensions hereby granted shall apply
to the actual location of said lines and appurtenances.
Duration of Easement: The duration of the Easement is perpetual, until all of said facilities shall be abandoned. If abandoned,
said Easement shall cease and all rights herein granted shall terminate and revert to Grantor or Grantor’s heirs, successors or
assigns.
Character of Easement: The Easement is appurtenant to and runs with the title to Grantor’s Property, whether or not the
Easement is referenced or described in any conveyance of all or such portion of Grantor’s Property.
Binding Effect: This Easement binds and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted
assigns.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 2 of 2
GRANTOR: ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
By: __________________________________
Bruce Norwood, its President
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF COLLIN §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 9th day of May 2024, by BRUCE NORWOOD, in his capacity as
President of the Anna Community Development Corporation, a Texas tybe b development corporation, who states under oath that
he has the authority to execute this document on behalf of said corporation.
_________________________________
Notary Public, State of Texas
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ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________________________ PAGE 1 OF 1
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A PERMANENT WATER LINE
EASEMENT TO THE CITY OF ANNA OVER, UNDER, AND ACROSS A 1.983-ACRE
TRACT OF LAND
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the "CDC") desires to grant to
the City of Anna, Texas a permanent water line easement across a certain 1.983-acre tract of
land owned by the CDC; and
WHEREAS, the CDC Board of Directors (the “Board”) has determined that granting the
permanent water line easement will promote new or expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1. Recitals Incorporated
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2. Authority to Execute Financing Agreement
The CDC hereby authorizes the Board’s President to execute, on the CDC's behalf, permanent
water line easement along with any associated documents necessary to grant and effectuate said
easement to the City of Anna, Texas as set forth in more detail in the attached EXHIBIT 1,
incorporated herein for all purposes. Said authority to execute and deliver said permanent water
line easement is subject to approval of the form of same by the CDC's legal counsel.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th day of
May 2024.
APPROVED:
_____________________________
Bruce Norwood, CDC President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 1 of 2
Exhibit 1
Notice of Confidentiality Rights: If you are a natural person, you may remove or strike
any of the following information from this instrument before it is filed for record in the
public records: your Social Security Number or your Driver's License Number.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT
Date: Executed and effective on the date of the
acknowledgment set out below.
Grantor(s): Anna Community Development Corporation Grantee: City of Anna, Texas, a home-rule municipal
corporation
Grantor’s Mailing Address: Grantee’s Mailing Address:
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
Grantor’s Property: The Grantor’s Property is a tract of land located in the Henry Brantley Survey, Abstract 71, City of Anna,
Collin County, Texas, being the same called 1.983 acre tract of land conveyed to Anna Community Development Corporation, by
deed recorded in Instrument Number 2023000129993, of the Official Public Records of Collin County, Texas.
Permanent Water Line Easement: The Permanent Water Line Easement (the “Easement”) is 0.0692 acres of property within
Grantor’s Property, said 0.0692 acres being a strip of land approximately 15 feet wide. A metes and bounds legal description and
depiction of the Easement is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Easement Purpose: As more fully described herein, to construct water lines, together with the right of ingress and egress along,
upon and across Grantor’s Property and along, upon, over, under, and across Grantor’s Property within the bounds of the
Easement.
Consideration: The sum of ten dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which
are acknowledged by Grantor.
Grant of Easement: Grantor, for the Consideration described herein, grants, sells, and conveys to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs,
successors and assigns, the Easement over, under, on and across Grantor’s Property for the Easement Purpose, including the right
of construction, installation, reconstruction, operation, maintenance, replacement, alteration, expansion, relocation, upgrade,
repair, abandonment, removal and other associated uses of the above-referenced water line(s), together with all and singular the
rights and appurtenances thereto in any way belonging or necessary to fulfill the Easement Purpose, (collectively, the “Easement
Rights”), to have and to hold the Easement Rights to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns forever. Grantor binds
Grantor and Grantor’s heirs, successors, and assigns to warrant and forever defend the title to the Easement and the Easement
Rights in Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming or to claim the
Easement or any part of the Easement Rights. Grantee shall have the right to prevent excavation within the Easement; the right to
prevent construction of any and all buildings, structures or other obstructions which would endanger or interfere with the
efficiency, safety, and/or convenient operation of the aforementioned water lines and associated appurtenances; and the right to
trim or remove trees or shrubbery within, but not limited to, said Easement, to the extent as may be necessary to prevent possible
interference with the operation of said lines or their appurtenances, or to remove possible hazard thereto. Grantor recognizes that
the general course of said lines and appurtenances to be constructed, or the metes and bounds as described herein, is based on
preliminary survey(s) only, and Grantor hereby agrees that this Easement and its general dimensions hereby granted shall apply
to the actual location of said lines and appurtenances.
Duration of Easement: The duration of the Easement is perpetual, until all of said facilities shall be abandoned. If abandoned,
said Easement shall cease and all rights herein granted shall terminate and revert to Grantor or Grantor’s heirs, successors or
assigns.
Character of Easement: The Easement is appurtenant to and runs with the title to Grantor’s Property, whether or not the
Easement is referenced or described in any conveyance of all or such portion of Grantor’s Property.
Binding Effect: This Easement binds and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted
assigns.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 2 of 2
GRANTOR: ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
By: __________________________________
Bruce Norwood, its President
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF COLLIN §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 9th day of May 2024, by BRUCE NORWOOD, in his capacity as
President of the Anna Community Development Corporation, a Texas tybe b development corporation, who states under oath that
he has the authority to execute this document on behalf of said corporation.
_________________________________
Notary Public, State of Texas
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ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________________________ PAGE 1 OF 1
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. __________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A PERMANENT WATER LINE
EASEMENT TO THE CITY OF ANNA OVER, UNDER, AND ACROSS A 0.427-ACRE
TRACT OF LAND
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the "CDC") desires to grant to
the City of Anna, Texas a permanent water line easement across a certain 0.427-acre tract of
land owned by the CDC; and
WHEREAS, the CDC Board of Directors (the “Board”) has determined that granting the
permanent water line easement will promote new or expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1. Recitals Incorporated
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2. Authority to Execute Financing Agreement
The CDC hereby authorizes the Board’s President to execute, on the CDC's behalf, permanent
water line easement along with any associated documents necessary to grant and effectuate said
easement to the City of Anna, Texas as set forth in more detail in the attached EXHIBIT 1,
incorporated herein for all purposes. Said authority to execute and deliver said permanent water
line easement is subject to approval of the form of same by the CDC's legal counsel.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th day of
May 2024.
APPROVED:
_____________________________
Bruce Norwood, CDC President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 1 of 2
Exhibit 1
Notice of Confidentiality Rights: If you are a natural person, you may remove or strike
any of the following information from this instrument before it is filed for record in the
public records: your Social Security Number or your Driver's License Number.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT
Date: Executed and effective on the date of the
acknowledgment set out below.
Grantor(s): Anna Community Development Corporation Grantee: City of Anna, Texas, a home-rule municipal
corporation
Grantor’s Mailing Address: Grantee’s Mailing Address:
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
120 W. 7th Street
Anna, Texas 75409
Grantor’s Property: The Grantor’s Property is a tract of land located in the Henry Brantley Survey, Abstract 71, City of Anna,
Collin County, Texas, being the same called 0.427-acre tract of land conveyed to Anna Community Development Corporation,
by deed recorded in Instrument Number 2023000129994, of the Official Public Records of Collin County, Texas.
Permanent Water Line Easement: The Permanent Water Line Easement (the “Easement”) is 0.0607 acres of property within
Grantor’s Property, said 0.0607 acres being a strip of land approximately 15 feet wide. A metes and bounds legal description and
depiction of the Easement is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Easement Purpose: As more fully described herein, to construct water lines, together with the right of ingress and egress along,
upon and across Grantor’s Property and along, upon, over, under, and across Grantor’s Property within the bounds of the
Easement.
Consideration: The sum of ten dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which
are acknowledged by Grantor.
Grant of Easement: Grantor, for the Consideration described herein, grants, sells, and conveys to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs,
successors and assigns, the Easement over, under, on and across Grantor’s Property for the Easement Purpose, including the right
of construction, installation, reconstruction, operation, maintenance, replacement, alteration, expansion, relocation, upgrade,
repair, abandonment, removal and other associated uses of the above-referenced water line(s), together with all and singular the
rights and appurtenances thereto in any way belonging or necessary to fulfill the Easement Purpose, (collectively, the “Easement
Rights”), to have and to hold the Easement Rights to Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns forever. Grantor binds
Grantor and Grantor’s heirs, successors, and assigns to warrant and forever defend the title to the Easement and the Easement
Rights in Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming or to claim the
Easement or any part of the Easement Rights. Grantee shall have the right to prevent excavation within the Easement; the right to
prevent construction of any and all buildings, structures or other obstructions which would endanger or interfere with the
efficiency, safety, and/or convenient operation of the aforementioned water lines and associated appurtenances; and the right to
trim or remove trees or shrubbery within, but not limited to, said Easement, to the extent as may be necessary to prevent possible
interference with the operation of said lines or their appurtenances, or to remove possible hazard thereto. Grantor recognizes that
the general course of said lines and appurtenances to be constructed, or the metes and bounds as described herein, is based on
preliminary survey(s) only, and Grantor hereby agrees that this Easement and its general dimensions hereby granted shall apply
to the actual location of said lines and appurtenances.
Duration of Easement: The duration of the Easement is perpetual, until all of said facilities shall be abandoned. If abandoned,
said Easement shall cease and all rights herein granted shall terminate and revert to Grantor or Grantor’s heirs, successors or
assigns.
Character of Easement: The Easement is appurtenant to and runs with the title to Grantor’s Property, whether or not the
Easement is referenced or described in any conveyance of all or such portion of Grantor’s Property.
Binding Effect: This Easement binds and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted
assigns.
PERMANENT WATER LINE EASEMENT Page 2 of 2
GRANTOR: ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
By: __________________________________
Bruce Norwood, its President
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF COLLIN §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 9th day of May 2024, by BRUCE NORWOOD, in his capacity as
President of the Anna Community Development Corporation, a Texas tybe b development corporation, who states under oath that
he has the authority to execute this document on behalf of said corporation.
_________________________________
Notary Public, State of Texas
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Item No. 5.d.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Action on a Resolution approving a purchase and sale contract with
leasebacks for property owned by Bengal Anna Plaza, LLC, a Texas limited liability
company, and Faizur Rahman located along or near State Highway 5. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
Interim Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, to discuss the purchase and
sale contract with leasebacks.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. CDC Land Purchase & Sale Resolution 2024 - Coyote Den
ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION OF THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PURCHASE AND SALE CONTRACT WITH
LEASEBACKS FOR PROPERTY OWNED BY BENGAL ANNA PLAZA, LLC, A TEXAS
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND FAIZUR RAHMAN LOCATED ALONG OR
NEAR STATE HIGHWAY 5; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE BOARD VICE-
PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THE PURCHASE OF
REAL ESTATE ON THE CORPORATION’S BEHALF
WHEREAS, the Anna Community Development Corporation (the “CDC”) is authorized
under Section 505.158 of the Texas Local Government Code to purchase real estate
found by the corporation’s board of directors to promote new or expanded business
development; and
WHEREAS, the CDC has found that the purchase of certain real estate identified herein
(the “Project”) will further the public interest and welfare and promote new and
expanded business development;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION, THAT:
Section 1.Recitals Incorporated.
The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Section 2.Authority to execute real estate documents and take all other actions
necessary for the Project.
The CDC Board of Directors authorizes: (1) the Board’s President or Vice-President, as
appropriate, to execute, on behalf of the CDC, subject to approval of legal form by the
CDC’s legal counsel, one or more purchase and sale agreements in the form of real
estate contracts including provisions for leasebacks and exchange of additional property
necessary to obtain ownership of all or portions of certain real estate as described in
further detail in the attached Exhibit A together with all improvements located thereon;
and (2) the Board’s President, Vice-President and/or the City of Anna’s Economic
Development Director or their designees to take all other actions necessary to close on
the purchase of said real estate and complete the Project.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Anna Community Development Corporation this 9th
day of May 2024.
APPROVED:ATTEST:
_____________________________
Jody Bills, CDC Vice-President
________________________________
Rocio Gonzalez, CDC Secretary
Item No. 5.e.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Action approving an agreement with the Dallas Business Journal for
the 2025 Best Real Estate Deals Awards Presenting Sponsorship. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
The Dallas Business Journal has asked if the Anna EDC would like to continue their
support as the Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Best Real Estate Deals Awards. The
Dallas Business Journal will honor the same price as was provided this year, $20,000,
and it includes two tables (8 seats at each table).
EDC staff feels strongly about the working relationship that has been built with the
Dallas Business Journal, particularly when it comes to this specific event. The event is
truly a unique opportunity to showcase the City of Anna and all the exciting activity that
is and will be taking place. It is also an opportunity to welcome groundbreaking
possibilities for new developers and new projects.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving an agreement with the Dallas Business Journal for the
2025 Best Real Estate Deals Awards Presenting Sponsorship.
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.f.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Action a request for the City of Anna's Fire and Police Departments to
conduct departmental exercises and training on two downtown CDC-owned properties.
(CDC)
SUMMARY:
The City of Anna's Fire Department and Police Department has asked for approval to
conduct exercises and training on the two downtown CDC-owned properties while they
remain vacant. The two vacant properties are located at 123 W. 8th Street and 607 S.
Interurban Street.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Director's Report.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Strategic Plan Update
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. April 2024 Strategic Plan Update
Economic Development Strategic Plan Highlights
April 2024
Interim Director, Bernie Parker, spoke to students at the
Anna High School as a Panelist during their Lunch &
Learn Event.
EDC Staff attended the 2024 Greater Anna Chamber of
Commerce Spring Golf Tournament.
EDC Staff and the Board President attended the Bisnow
Future of Dallas Healthcare Real Estate Event.
EDC staff is assisting the Community Enhancement and
Compliance Division with the Mobile Workforce Unit and
Multi-Employer Hiring Event.
EDC Staff, Board Members, and City Staff attended the
Dallas Business Journal - Best Real Estate Deals Awards.
Economic Development Analyst, Salena Tittle, attended a
GIS WebTech Guru work session as an opportunity to
advance the EDC’s website technology.
Interim Director, Bernie Parker earned his Certification in
Economic Development from the University of Oklahoma
Economic Development Institute.
Measureables
April 2024 New Newsle t t er Subscri bers :
6 (2,1 2 7 t otal)
New LinkedI n Fo l lower s : 63
(1,445 to t al)
Busine s s R etention
Expa n s io n Co ntac t s: 8
Real Estate Bro ker /
Dev elo per Me etings : 1 8
Co nstr u cti on /
Arc h itectura l Meeti ng s: 5
Item No. 6.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Financial Report/Sales Tax Update
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2024 Monthly Sales Tax Report
% Change
2023-24 Collections from 2022-23 Collections
Monthly Prior Year Monthly
October 655,358$ 25.5% 522,386$
November 695,026 28.0% 542,873
December 768,837 23.5% 622,388
January 566,981 24.8% 454,358
February 621,381 34.2% 463,016
March 605,483
April 551,653
May 591,858
June 634,824
July 600,214
August 656,241
September 707,590
3,307,583$ 6,952,884$
Budget: 6,753,000 49.0% 6,753,100
CITY OF ANNA
Schedule of Sales Tax Collections
For the month February 28, 2024
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
Monthly Sales Tax Collections:
3 Year Comparison
FY2021-22 FY2022-23 FY2023-24
Item No. 6.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Event Updates & Upcoming Events
SUMMARY:
Event Updates:
Monday, April 15th - The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce had their annual Golf
Tournament at The Bridges Golf Club in Gunter.
Wednesday, April 17th - EDC staff attended the Bisnow Future of Dallas Healthcare
Real Estate event at the Renaissance Dallas Hotel.
Thursday, April 18th - EDC staff, Board Members, and City staff attended the Dallas
Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals Awards.
Upcoming Events:
Please remember that the May meeting date has been changed to May 9th.
Tuesday, May 21st - Anna High School Senior Coyote Career Fair will be taking place
inside the multipurpose facility from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This event is to connect 50
employers with diverse career opportunities with graduating students looking to jump
start their careers. There will be on the spot interviews, breakout rooms to practice
interview skills, and the opportunity to receive assistance with their resumes. This event
is a collaborative effort between Anna ISD, Anna EDC, North Central Texas Workforce
Solutions, and Anna ISD CTE & STEAM. See attached flyer for more information.
Saturday, June 1st - Boards & Commission Orientation will be held in Council
Chambers from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please see the attached agenda for that day.
This is a mandatory orientation & training. If for some reason you are unable to attend,
please let staff know as soon as possible in order to set up another method for you to
receive this training.
Friday, June 14th - The North Central Texas Workforce Solutions will have their Mobile
Workforce Unit on-site here in the parking lot of the Municipal Complex from 9:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m. While we do not have a community library as of yet, this is an opportunity to
provide multiple computer stations with instant internet access directly to our neighbors
who are in need of this service. The mobile unit will also provide services to receive on-
site training, assistance with resume improvement, and a list of available jobs in the
area. See attached flyer for more information.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Anna High school Career Day Flyer
2. Boards & Commission Orientation Agenda
3. Mobile Hiring Event Flyer
“NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM”
Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 9:00 AM
City of Anna
Boards & Commissions Orientation
Anna Municipal Complex
120 W 7th St,
Anna, Tx 75409
The Anna City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, Parks Advisory Board,
EDC/CDC, and Diversity and Inclusion Commission may have a quorum in
attendance.
It is not a certainty that a Quorum or other number of members of a City Affiliated
Body will attend the event.
City of Anna
Boards & Commissions Orientation
This is to certify that I, Carrie L. Land, City Secretary, posted this Notice of Quorum at a
place readily accessible to the public at the Anna City Hall and on the City Hall bulletin
board by 5:00 PM, May 28, 2024.
_________________________
Carrie L. Land, City Secretary
Meeting Agenda
9:00 AM – Mayor and Council Introductions
9:15 AM – City Manager’s Update (City Manager Ryan Henderson)
9:30 AM – Boards and Commissions 101 (City Secretary Carrie Land)
10:00 AM – Break
10:15 AM – Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards (City Attorney Clark
McCoy)
11:15 AM – Administration of Oath of Office (City Secretary Carrie Land)
11:30 AM – Break out into individual boards and commissions (Staff Liaisons)
Item No. 7.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Closed Session.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 8.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 10.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 5/9/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Adjourn.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS: