HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-11-07 EDC/CDC Regular Meeting
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, November 7, 2024 @ 6:00 PM
The EDC/CDC of the City of Anna will meet on 11/7/2024, 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 October 3, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC) b. Approve minutes from the October 3, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
5. Individual Consideration.
a. Receive a presentation from the Finance Director regarding EDC and CDC
current loans and details of each.
b. Consider/Discuss/Act on the EDC and CDC finance and banking options for
Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
c. Receive a presentation from EDC staff regarding the FY 2024 Annual Report. d. Receive a presentation from EDC staff regarding updating the recruitment video
with Red Productions.
6. Director's Report. a. Strategic Plan Update
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.
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, 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 11/1/2024.
Bernie Parker, Director of Economic
Development
Item No. 3.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Neighbor Comments.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 4.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the October 3, 2024, Joint Community Development Corporation
and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
SUMMARY:
Review & approve the meeting minutes from the October 3, 2024, Joint CDC/EDC
Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. October 3_2024 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, October 3, 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, October 3, 2024, at the Anna Municipal Complex in City
Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street Anna, Texas 75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City of Anna’s
website: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Bruce Norwood (President), Nate Pike (Vice-President), Manny
Singh, Lamarr Dillingham, and Allison Inesta. CDC AND EDC Board Members Absent: Michelle Hawkins
(Secretary) and Kylee Kelley. Others Present: Bernie Parker (Director of Economic Development), Natasha
Roach (Assistant Director of Economic Development), Salena Tittle (Economic Development Manager),
David Overcash (City Attorney), and Pete Cain (Mayor).
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 Board President Bruce Norwood.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Ms. Betty Sharp, residing at 10282 County Road 288, spoke on her vision for economically stable
housing in Anna.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Approve minutes from the September 5, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b.Approve minutes from the September 5, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
Nate Pike made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent agenda.
Manny Singh seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a.Receive a presentation from The Retail Coach regarding proposed business
services.
President of The Retail Coach, Aaron Farmer, provided a brief presentation
regarding the company’s history, business services provided, and outline of
proposed scope of work that will meet the needs and vision of Anna’s economic
development.
No action taken.
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on Resolution No. 2024-10-13 approving an agreement
with The Retail Coach for professional Contract Services. (CDC)
Nate Pike made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve Resolution No. 2024-
10-13 authorizing an agreement with The Retail Coach and the expenditure of
funds not to exceed $20,000. Manny Singh seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
c.Consider/Discuss/Act on Resolution No. 2024-10-14 approving an agreement
with The Batdrone for professional Contract Services. (CDC)
Natasha Roach provided a brief presentation on the list of services that will be
provided by The Batdrone, detailed reasons why the services are needed, and a
breakdown of the expenditures for this project.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve Resolution No.
2024-10-14 authorizing an agreement with The Batdrone and the expenditure
of funds not to exceed $5,000. Allison Inesta seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
d.Consider & Discuss timing and availability for the Charette process with Toole
Design for the Interurban Pedestrian Thoroughfare design.
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation on what the Charette process will look
like, when the EDC & Toole Design is looking to have it, and how long the process
will take.
No action taken.
6.Director’s Report.
a.Strategic Plan Update
Bernie Parker updated the Board on staff’s recent accomplishments, attended
events, and provided the status of the 2024 Economic Development Annual
Report. Additionally, Bernie took the opportunity to welcome Natasha Roach to
the Anna EDC as the new Assistant Director of Economic Development.
No action taken.
b.Financial Report/Sales Tax Update
Bernie Parker presented updated information on increased sales tax for the
month of July 2024 and that the city is up 30.9% higher than where we were at
this time last year.
No action taken.
c.Event Updates & Upcoming Events
Salena Tittle informed the Board of two upcoming events.
➢2024 Anna Fest event will be held on Saturday, October 5th, at the
Municipal Complex from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
➢2024 Boo Bash event will be held on Saturday, October 19th, at Slayter
Creek Park from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Salena also took this opportunity to provide the Board with a first look at the
new Monthly EDC Newsletter.
No action taken.
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.
At 7:30 p.m. Bruce Norwood recused himself from closed session due to a specific project being
discussed and re-entered closed session at 7:46 p.m.
Nate Pike made a motion to enter into closed session. Bruce Norwood seconded the motion.
All were in favor. Motion passed. The EDC/CDC Board entered into closed session at 7:17 p.m.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to reconvene the EDC/CDC Board meeting back into open
session. Nate Pike seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The EDC/CDC
Board entered back into open session at 7:50 p.m.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
There were no reports.
10.Adjourn.
Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
____________________________ ____________________________
Bruce Norwood Michelle Hawkins
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 4.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Approve minutes from the October 3, 2024, Joint Community Development Corporation
and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
SUMMARY:
Review & approve the meeting minutes from the October 3, 2024, Joint CDC/EDC
Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. October 3_2024 CDC EDC Joint Meeting Minutes_Draft
Anna Community Development Corporation and Anna Economic Development
Corporation Meeting Minutes
Thursday, October 3, 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, October 3, 2024, at the Anna Municipal Complex in City
Council Chambers, located at 120 W. 7th Street Anna, Texas 75409.
A video recording of the open session portions of the meeting may be viewed online at the City of Anna’s
website: https://www.annatexas.gov/962/AgendasMinutes
CDC and EDC Board Members Present: Bruce Norwood (President), Nate Pike (Vice-President), Manny
Singh, Lamarr Dillingham, and Allison Inesta. CDC AND EDC Board Members Absent: Michelle Hawkins
(Secretary) and Kylee Kelley. Others Present: Bernie Parker (Director of Economic Development), Natasha
Roach (Assistant Director of Economic Development), Salena Tittle (Economic Development Manager),
David Overcash (City Attorney), and Pete Cain (Mayor).
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 Board President Bruce Norwood.
3.Neighbor Comments.
Ms. Betty Sharp, residing at 10282 County Road 288, spoke on her vision for economically stable
housing in Anna.
4.Consent Agenda.
a.Approve minutes from the September 5, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (CDC)
b.Approve minutes from the September 5, 2024, Joint Community Development
Corporation and Economic Development Corporation Meeting. (EDC)
Nate Pike made a motion on behalf of the CDC and EDC to approve the consent agenda.
Manny Singh seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed.
5.Individual Consideration.
a.Receive a presentation from The Retail Coach regarding proposed business
services.
President of The Retail Coach, Aaron Farmer, provided a brief presentation
regarding the company’s history, business services provided, and outline of
proposed scope of work that will meet the needs and vision of Anna’s economic
development.
No action taken.
b.Consider/Discuss/Act on Resolution No. 2024-10-13 approving an agreement
with The Retail Coach for professional Contract Services. (CDC)
Nate Pike made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve Resolution No. 2024-
10-13 authorizing an agreement with The Retail Coach and the expenditure of
funds not to exceed $20,000. Manny Singh seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
c.Consider/Discuss/Act on Resolution No. 2024-10-14 approving an agreement
with The Batdrone for professional Contract Services. (CDC)
Natasha Roach provided a brief presentation on the list of services that will be
provided by The Batdrone, detailed reasons why the services are needed, and a
breakdown of the expenditures for this project.
Bruce Norwood made a motion on behalf of the CDC to approve Resolution No.
2024-10-14 authorizing an agreement with The Batdrone and the expenditure
of funds not to exceed $5,000. Allison Inesta seconded the motion. All were in
favor. Motion passed.
d.Consider & Discuss timing and availability for the Charette process with Toole
Design for the Interurban Pedestrian Thoroughfare design.
Salena Tittle provided a brief presentation on what the Charette process will look
like, when the EDC & Toole Design is looking to have it, and how long the process
will take.
No action taken.
6.Director’s Report.
a.Strategic Plan Update
Bernie Parker updated the Board on staff’s recent accomplishments, attended
events, and provided the status of the 2024 Economic Development Annual
Report. Additionally, Bernie took the opportunity to welcome Natasha Roach to
the Anna EDC as the new Assistant Director of Economic Development.
No action taken.
b.Financial Report/Sales Tax Update
Bernie Parker presented updated information on increased sales tax for the
month of July 2024 and that the city is up 30.9% higher than where we were at
this time last year.
No action taken.
c.Event Updates & Upcoming Events
Salena Tittle informed the Board of two upcoming events.
➢2024 Anna Fest event will be held on Saturday, October 5th, at the
Municipal Complex from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
➢2024 Boo Bash event will be held on Saturday, October 19th, at Slayter
Creek Park from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Salena also took this opportunity to provide the Board with a first look at the
new Monthly EDC Newsletter.
No action taken.
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.
At 7:30 p.m. Bruce Norwood recused himself from closed session due to a specific project being
discussed and re-entered closed session at 7:46 p.m.
Nate Pike made a motion to enter into closed session. Bruce Norwood seconded the motion.
All were in favor. Motion passed. The EDC/CDC Board entered into closed session at 7:17 p.m.
8.Reconvene into open session and take any action on closed session items.
Bruce Norwood made a motion to reconvene the EDC/CDC Board meeting back into open
session. Nate Pike seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion passed. The EDC/CDC
Board entered back into open session at 7:50 p.m.
9.Receive reports from staff or Board Members about items of community interest.
There were no reports.
10.Adjourn.
Bruce Norwood adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTESTED:
____________________________ ____________________________
Bruce Norwood Michelle Hawkins
President of CDC/EDC Secretary of CDC/EDC
Item No. 5.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Individual Consideration.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Receive a presentation from the Finance Director regarding EDC and CDC current
loans and details of each.
SUMMARY:
The Finance Director, Aimee Ferguson, will provide a brief presentation on EDC and
CDC current loans and will also provide detailed information for each. At the September
5th, 2024 CDC/EDC Joint Board Meeting, Mrs. Ferguson provided the Board with a
brief presentation and breakdown on financial reporting and current funds within the
CDC & EDC. During that presentation, a few of the Board members asked Mrs.
Ferguson to gather some information on a couple of items. Mrs. Ferguson is here to
present the requested information.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consider/Discuss/Act on the EDC and CDC finance and banking options for Fiscal Year
2024-2025.
SUMMARY:
The Finance Director, Aimee Ferguson, will provide a brief presentation regarding cost
comparison and banking options with EDC and CDC current funds. At the September
5th, 2024 CDC/EDC Joint Board Meeting, Mrs. Ferguson provided the Board with a
brief presentation and breakdown on financial reporting and current funds within the
CDC & EDC. During that presentation, a few of the Board members asked Mrs.
Ferguson to gather information on current and possible financial institutions. Mrs.
Ferguson is here to present the requested information and obtain feedback and
direction from the Board on which option they would prefer for the 2024-2025 Fiscal
Year.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board provide feedback and direction on which EDC and
CDC finance and banking option would be best suited for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 5.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Receive a presentation from EDC staff regarding the FY 2024 Annual Report.
SUMMARY:
EDC staff will provide a brief presentation to the Board regarding the CDC/EDC FY
2024 Annual Report. This report outlines all that the EDC has accomplished over the
past year. Information in the report includes current measurables, EDC hosted and
attended events, paid media marketing advertisements, awards won in 2024, articles
showcasing why Anna is one of the fastest-growing communities in the nation, and
strategic plan goals moving forward.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Final Anna EDC-2024 Annual Report
FORGING OUR
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
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On behalf of the Anna Community and Economic Development
Corporations, I am excited to present the Anna CDC and EDC Fiscal Year
2024 Annual Report — what a year of growth and opportunity! We had
a remarkably successful year, from new development opportunities to
continued growth in Anna. In keeping with our focus on developing our
downtown district, the CDC and the EDC acquired five acres of property
for future development. We continued to expand our diverse inventory
of residential development and created the AnaCapri North, Rockhill and
Liberty Hills Public Improvement Districts.
The CDC and the EDC hosted our 4th Annual Developer’s Forum in
August at the Anna Municipal Complex to highlight all the growth that
we are experiencing and the future of Anna. I am also proud to mention that we received the
Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $500,000.00 for our continued efforts
in improving our downtown. In addition, Anna executed an incentive agreement that brought
Chipotle to the neighborhood this past summer.
With Bernie Parker as our Director, we expanded our EDC team to include Natasha Roach as
Assistant Director of Economic Development and Salena Tittle as Economic Development
Manager. We now have a team and look forward to accomplishing so much more, really driving
interest in Anna and all the development opportunities we are creating.
As we approach the end of 2024 and look forward to 2025, I must reflect on our history of
achievements and success through the efforts of past and current staff, City Council, and Board
members. Some of these accomplishments include the Chief Partners/Walmart Development,
the purchase and sale of the Anna Business Park, improvements to Slayter Creek Park, the
addition of Wyndham Hotels and Home Depot to the community, and many more. With a first-
year revenue of $27,494 in 1999 to over $3.1 million in 2024, the City of Anna and the CDC and
EDC continue to successfully bring quality development that provides for the amenities that our
neighbors regularly enjoy.
My sincere gratitude to everyone for their dedication and vision. I cannot wait to see what is in
store for 2025!
Advancing Anna,
Bruce Norwood
A Message from the
Anna CDC/EDC
Bruce Norwood
Board President
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City of Anna CDC/EDC
Board & Staff
BOARD
Bruce Norwood
President
Jody Bills
Vice President
Rocio Gonzalez
Secretary
Michelle Hawkins
Kylee Kelley
Ronald “Ronnie” Kerr
Allison Inesta
STAFF
Bernie Parker
Director of Economic Development
Natasha Roach
Assistant Director of Economic Development
Salena Tittle
Economic Development Manager
Vision
Mission
Anna has created a wide range of housing and public facilities that build
community identity and pride to engage neighbors in meaningful ways.
CDC
To identify and fund projects that
enhance the quality of life in Anna
and support the work of the EDC
in the community.
EDC
To identify and support
opportunities that expand the
city’s business tax base and
promote job growth in Anna.
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Strategic Plan Goals
• Build first-rate organizational
infrastructure to support a successful
economic development program
that achieves local, state and
national recognition
• Strengthen the city’s commercial and
employment base by focusing on catalyst
areas and other opportunity areas
• Continue to foster relationships with
businesses, partners and allies
• Create and promote a positive identity
that differentiates Anna from surrounding
communities using an integrated
marketing and communications strategy
• Transform Downtown Anna into a
vibrant district
• Improve the quality of life in Anna
• Increase the variety of housing in Anna
• Improve the aesthetics and appearance
of the overall community through public
and private investment
• Develop first-class infrastructure in Anna
• Increase retail, restaurant and
entertainment options in Anna
Core Values
Exceptional
Quality of Life
Well-Maintained Robust
Unique First-Rate
Community-Oriented Diversified
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Measurables
For every 5 meetings the
EDC held, a new certificate of
occupancy was issued
1,496 LinkedIn followers,
a 59% increase
since FY22 (940)
2,142 newsletter
subscribers,
a 125% increase since
FY22 (952)
36,908 website users,
a 12.5% increase
since FY22 (32,792)
98 business retention
and expansion visits/contacts
$3,066,550
CDC sales tax revenue,
an 18% increase since FY22
24 events attended/
hosted by the EDC,
a 35% increase since FY22
30% net annual increase in
commercial property value
41 new Commercial
Certificates of Occupancy
permits,
a 105% increase
since FY22 (20)
198 broker/developer
meetings
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Events Attended & Hosted
• Texas Economic Development Council Annual Conference
• Anna TPG Pediatric Urgent Care & Clinic Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony
• NCTCOG - Texas Community Development Block Grant Awards
• Bisnow - Collin County State of the Market Event
• Anna Community Library & Plaza Groundbreaking
• Youth in Government Day Leadership Presentation
• Anna ISD Slayter Creek Middle School 7th Grade Class – General
Employability Skills (Panelist)
• 2024 ICSC Red River Conference
• 2024 Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
• Grand Opening of Country Charm Coffee
• Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Leadership Anna Program
• 2024 Dallas Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals Awards
• 2024 Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Spring
Golf Tournament
• Bisnow Future of Dallas Healthcare Real Estate Event
• Anna High School Lunch & Learn Series (Panelist)
• Anna Neighbor Academy Spring Cohort
• Anna Senior Coyote Career Fair
• State of Downtown & Development Update Business Breakfast
• City of Anna and Anna EDC Multi-Employer Hiring Event
• Country Charm Coffee Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Parks & Recreation Anna Senior Program Economic
Development Presentation
• Fourth Annual Anna Economic Development Forum
• Grand Opening of the City of Anna Fire Station 2
• Einstein Bros. Bagels Opens
OCTOBER 2023
NOVEMBER 2023
DECEMBER 2023
JANUARY 2024
FEBRUARY 2024
MARCH 2024
APRIL 2024
MAY 2024
JUNE 2024
JULY 2024
AUGUST 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024
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JANUARY 2024 APRIL 2024
FEBRUARY 2024
MARCH 2024
Event Photos
Anna Community Library & Plaza Groundbreaking
Dallas Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals Awards
Grand Opening of Country Charm Coffee
Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Leadership
Anna Program
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Event Photos
MAY 2024APRIL 2024
JUNE 2024
Anna Senior Coyote Career Fair
State of Downtown & Development Update
Business Breakfast
City of Anna and Anna EDC Multi-Employer
Hiring Event
2024 Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce
Spring Golf Tournament
Bisnow Future of Dallas Healthcare Real Estate Event
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JULY 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024AUGUST 2024
AUGUST 2024
Country Charm Coffee Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Fourth Annual Anna Economic Development Forum
Grand Opening of the City of Anna Fire Station 2
Einstein Bros. Bagels Opens
Parks & Recreation Anna Senior Program Economic
Development Presentation
Event Photos
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Anna offers a prime location in Collin County at the intersection of five major highways, allowing direct
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booming population, diverse housing and stellar schools, Anna provides the resources and pro-business
mindset that will make your vision a reality. Come see why Anna is built for opportunity.
To learn more about how Anna can help you realize your vision,
visit opportunityannatx.com/annasaysyes or contact Bernie Parker,
Interim Director of Economic Development, at 214-831-5394.
45 minutes to Downtown Dallas.
20 minutes to Sherman.
The place to build Opportunity.
Anna offers a prime location in Collin County at the intersection of five major highways, allowing direct access to the
Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and Grayson County’s rising tech hub. With available land, a booming population, diverse
housing and stellar schools, Anna provides the resources and pro-business mindset that will make your vision a reality.
Come see why Anna is built for opportunity.
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An up-and-coming city with a booming population,
Anna offers 61 square miles with a wealth of
available sites for development, a prime location
at the intersection of five major highways between
Dallas and Sherman’s rising tech hub in Grayson
County. Combine these with an educated workforce,
diverse housing in established and flourishing
neighborhoods, and stellar schools, and you’ll see
why Anna is worth investing in.
“YES”Anna says
idealideal location?
Have an
To learn more about how Anna can help you realize
your vision, visit opportunityannatx.com/annasaysyes
or contact Joey Grisham, Director of Economic
Development at 214-831-5394.
Which industries are demon-
strating the most interest in
Anna today?
Retail, medical, dining, indus-
trial and multifamily have ex-
hibited the most interest. Re-
cent openings include Chili’s,
Chipotle, Home Depot, and
Texas Roadhouse. In the past
three years, Anna has added
more than 80 new businesses
and finalized agreements for
projects representing over $3
billion in investments. Thirteen
multifamily developments will
also be under construction by
the end of 2023.
What financial, tax incentives,
or other programs have been
created to help Anna attract
businesses?
Anna supports business
growth through a range of
programs and incentives in-
cluding grants, infrastructure
assistance, permit fee waiv-
ers/reductions, streamlined
permitting process, tax incre-
ment reinvestment zones, and
public improvement districts.
What does your EDC evaluate
when looking to attract a new
business?
Anna is a city that starts with
“yes” and is open to all new
business propositions that di-
versify our offerings for neigh-
bors and support our vision
as one of the fastest-growing
cities across North Texas.
Anna
City of Anna Economic
Development Corporation
OpportunityAnnaTx.com
EDC Contact:
Joey Grisham
214.831.5394
Population:
23,960
County:
Collin
Major Businesses:
Branco Manufacturing,
Omnimax USA
COURTESY OF ANNA
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Bisnow Newsletter Takeovers
Austin and San Antonio, Bay Area, Dallas-Fort Worth,
Southern California, South Florida
Advertisements
DIGITAL ADS
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GROWTH IN ANNA
In the News
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In the News
JPI PARMORE ANNA SENIOR
LIVING DEVELOPMENT
COYOTE MEADOWS DEVELOPMENTPALLADIUM EAST FOSTER
CROSSING DEVELOPMENT
14
In the News
ANACAPRI DEVELOPMENT
DALLAS BUSINESS JOURNAL BEST REAL
ESTATE AWARDS
D CEO REAL ESTATE AWARDS
D CEO STATE OF DFW
15
In the News
ANNA LIBRARY GROUNDBREAKING
ANNA FIRE STATION TWO GRAND OPENING
16
In the News
NATASHA ROACH JOINS THE ANNA EDC AS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
BERNIE PARKER NAMED DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
17
ANNA PLAYGROUND DESIGN
In the News
GOVERNOR’S COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD GRANT
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Awards & Honors
HERMES CREATIVE AWARDS – 2024
Honorable Mention
Digital Advertising (Electronic Media/Social Media/Interactive
Media) – Anna Economic Development Corporation (EDC)
AVA DIGITAL AWARDS – 2024
Gold
Digital Marketing/Content Marketing (E-Annual Report)
Anna Economic Development Corporation (EDC)BuildingMomentumANNUAL REPORT 2023
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Measurables
For every 5 meetings the
EDC held, a new certificate of
occupancy was issued
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1,328 LinkedIn followers,
a 41% increase
since FY22 (940)
1,915 newsletter
subscribers (952 FY22),
a 99% increase since FY22
24,121 website users,
a 16% increase
since FY22 (20,769)
35,907 website
views/sessions,
a 9% increase
since FY22 (32,792)
101 business retention
and expansion visits/contacts
$2,607,332
CDC sales tax revenue,
an 13% increase since FY22
33 events attended/
hosted by the EDC,
a 50% increase since FY22
25% net annual increase in
commercial property value
38 new Commercial
Certificates of Occupancy
permits,
a 90% increase
since FY22 (20)
191 broker/developer
meetings
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City Of Anna CDC/EDC
Board & Staff Vision
Anna has created wide range of
housing and public facilities that
build community identity and
pride to engage neighbors in
meaningful ways.
Mission
CDC
To identify and fund projects that
enhance the quality of life in Anna
and support the work of the EDC
in the community.
EDC
To identify and support opportunities
that expand the city’s business tax
base and promote job growth in Anna.
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BOARD MEMBERS
Bruce Norwood
President
Jody Bills
Vice President
Rocio Gonzalez
Secretary
Michelle Hawkins
Kylee Kelley
Ronald “Ronnie” Kerr
Allison Inesta
STAFF
Joey Grisham
Director of Economic Development
Bernie Parker
Assistant Director of Economic Development
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Build first-rate organizational infrastructure
to support a successful economic
development program that achieves local,
state and national recognition
Strengthen the city’s commercial and
employment base by focusing on catalyst
areas and other opportunity areas
Continue to foster relationships with
businesses, partners and allies
Create and promote a positive identity
that differentiates Anna from surrounding
communities using an integrated marketing
and communications strategy
Core Values
Robust Well-Maintained
Strategic Plan Goals
Transform Downtown Anna into a
vibrant district
Improve the quality of life in Anna
Increase the variety of housing in Anna
Improve the aesthetics and appearance
of the overall community through public
and private investment
Develop first-class infrastructure in Anna
Increase retail, restaurant and entertainment
options in Anna
Exceptional Quality of Life
Unique First-Rate Community-Oriented Diversified
A Message from the
Anna CDC/EDC
Dear Neighbors:
Once again, on behalf of the Anna Community and Economic Development
Corporations, I am pleased to present the Anna CDC and EDC Fiscal Year
2023 Annual Report — it was yet another highly successful year! Some
of the many notable highlights and achievements this past year include
the continued implementation of the Downtown Master Plan, a lease with
3 Nations Brewing Company and a continued aggressive marketing campaign
that includes sponsorships, digital and print media, and exit signs on US
Highway 75. Further accomplishments include the Anna EDC hiring Bernie
Parker as Assistant Director of Economic Development, creating the Meadow
Vista and The Woods at Lindsey Place Public Improvement Districts; applying
for and receiving a $5,000 grant from the Texas Downtown Association for
a mural project; funding a Wayfinding and Signage Analysis and Downtown
Drainage Study; hosting a job fair in partnership with Anna ISD and Grayson
College; and executing incentive agreements with Home Depot, 3 Nations
Brewing Company, Megatel AnaCapri and Wyndham Garden Hotel. FY 2023
proved to be another year of tremendous growth that will leave a lasting
impact on Anna.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Anna Community Development
Corporation, I’d be remiss if I didn’t recognize our history of achievements
and success and the efforts of past and current staff, City Council, and Board
members. Some of these accomplishments include the Chief Partners/
Walmart Development, the purchase and sale of the Anna Business Park,
improvements to Slayter Creek Park and many more. With a first-year revenue
of $27,494 in 1999 to over $2.5 million in 2023, the City of Anna and its CDC
have come a long way in a short period of time.
Thanks again to everyone for their hard work — I expect 2024 will continue
this momentum!
Advancing Anna,
Bruce Norwood
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BOARD PRESIDENT
Bruce Norwood
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Major Milestones &
New Business Openings
FY 2025 Priorities
Design the Interurban
Pedestrian Street
project
Recruit additional
industrial and
primary job projects
Continue
implementation
of the Downtown
Master Plan
Attract additional
medical projects
Identify other
industrial land
Continue
implementation of
an aggressive
marketing strategy
Attract retail,
restaurant, and
entertainment
projects
Q1 FY24
OCTOBER 2023
Roma’s Italian Bistro
Salad and Go
Integrity Urgent Care
Anna Foot & Ankle
Specialists
ENT Centers of North Texas
Peak Physical Therapy
Parmore Senior Living, Bld. 1
NOVEMBER 2023
Texas Roadhouse
Texoma Physicians Group
Clinica Hispana El Milagro
DECEMBER 2023
Life Storage
Jelsma Orthopedics
Brakes Plus
Baylor Scott & White
Outpatient Physical Therapy
JANUARY 2024
Country Charm Coffee
Kalamaki Greek Eatery
Parmore Senior Living, Bld. 2
FEBRUARY 2024
Dental Wellness of Anna
MARCH 2024
Elevate Title
Anna Islamic Center
Palladium, Bld. 1
Total Body Training
Dallas Pain Institute
Plush Aesthetics, PLLC
Parmore Senior Living, Bld. 3
APRIL 2024
SushiGo
Scooter’s Coffee
Palladium, Bld. 2
MAY 2024
Herculean Supplements
of Anna
Palladium, Bld. 3
JUNE 2024
Walgreens
Hu Happy Feet
K Bite
JULY 2024
Chipotle
Ricky’s Automotive
Palladium, Bld. 4
Hanger Round Resale Shop
AUGUST 2024
The Quinn, Clubhouse
The Grand, Bld. 1
Anna Fire Station #2
Cielos Abiertos Casa
de Restauracion
SEPTEMBER 2024
Einstein Bros. Bagels
1989 Lash & Nail Spa
Q2 FY24 Q3 FY24 Q4 FY24
opportunityannatx.com
Item No. 5.d.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Receive a presentation from EDC staff regarding updating the recruitment video with
Red Productions.
SUMMARY:
The EDC has engaged Red Productions again to produce a new video of Anna to be
used as marketing material on the website, at trade shows, and in developer meetings.
This video will be filmed in the spring to ensure that the landscape is more appealing
and welcoming. The estimated cost for the production of this video is $25,000. EDC
staff will update the Board and present the final quote before filming begins.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Director's Report.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 6.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Strategic Plan Update
SUMMARY:
Bernie Parker, Director of Economic Development, to give a brief overview of what staff
has been working on and future initiatives.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. October 2024 Strategic Plan Update
Economic Development
Strategic Plan Highlights
October 2024
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, had the privilege
of serving as the featured guest speaker at the Collin County Area
Realtors monthly network meeting.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, and Assistant
Director, Natasha Roach, attended the 2024 Annual Texas
Economic Development Council Conference in Addison.
Economic Development Manager, Salena Tittle, attended the 2024
Texas Municipal League Annual Conference in Houston.
Director of Economic Development, Bernie Parker, and Assistant
Director, Natasha Roach, attended the 2024 Bisnow State of Collin
County Event.
Economic Development Manager, Salena Tittle, attended The
University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute in
Orlando and completed the first two courses that will count
towards receiving her Professional Economic Development
Certification.
EDC staff is currently working on updating the 2025 marketing map
and brochure.
Measureables
October 2024 New Newsle t t er Subscri bers :
3 (2 ,148 to t al)
New LinkedI n Fo l lower s : 10
(1,524 t otal)
Busine s s R etention
Expa n s io n Co ntac t s: 8
Real Estate Bro ker /
Dev elo per Me etings : 4
Co nstr u cti on /
Arc h itectura l Meeti ng s: 3
Item No. 6.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Financial Report / Sales Tax Update
SUMMARY:
Bernie Parker, Director of Economic Development, to advise the Board on the overall
sales tax for the month of August 2024, which is up roughly 24.7% from the previous
year, August 2023.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
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 723,838 19.5% 605,483
April 647,636 17.4% 551,653
May 699,251 18.1% 591,858
June 835,007 31.5% 634,824
July 785,388 30.9% 600,214
August 818,441 24.7% 656,241
September 707,590
7,817,144$ 6,952,884$
Budget: 6,753,000 115.8% 6,753,100
CITY OF ANNA
Schedule of Sales Tax Collections
For the month August 31, 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: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Event Updates & Upcoming Events
SUMMARY:
Veterans Day:
Veterans Day is on Monday, November 11th, and staff would like to take this
opportunity to thank and honor those who have selflessly and bravely served our
country and put their lives on the line to give us the freedoms we have today.
2024 Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Fall Golf Tournament:
The EDC is one of the presenting sponsors for the 2024 Greater Anna Chamber of
Commerce Fall Golf Tournament which will be held on Monday, November 11th, at The
Bridges Golf Club in Gunter. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Shotgun Start at
12:00 p.m. EDC staff will be present, so if you are participating in this event we would
love to know so we can get a great photo of you hitting that hole in one!
Cruising with a Claus:
The Cruising with a Clause is the city's toy drive which will benefit Anna elementary
students and help ensure holiday cheer for those in need. The toy drive will begin on
Monday, November 11th, and run through Monday, December 9th. There will be two
drop off locations, one being here at the Municipal Complex in the Police Department
and the other at Texas Bank on White Street. For a list of the most popular requested
items by children, please see the list provided with this staff report. If you would like to
donate a gift card, there will be a gift card donation box located at the Police
Department front desk.
Happy Thanksgiving:
Staff would like to wish you and your family a very safe, blessed, and Happy
Thanksgiving!
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Toy Drive 2024
H o l i d a y T o y D r i v eHoliday T o y D r i v e
B E N E F I T T I N G C H I L D R E N
K -5 T H G R A D E I N A N N A , T E X A S
Sh op pi ng guide for childre n K-5th gr a de :
Cr u i s i ng wi t h a C l a us
Tricycle
3-wheeled scooter
Helmets
Building blocks and construction toys
Beginner board games
Sand and water play toys
Play-Doh and accessories
Cars and trucks
Race tracks
Dolls, especially hard plastic dolls
(multicultural)
Barbie and Ken dolls
Doll houses
Characters toys such as
Peppa Pig
My Little Pony
Toy Story
PJ Masks
Paw Patrol
Trolls
Mickey & Minnie Mouse
Monster Trucks
A g e s 4 -5Ages 4 -5
Bikes, skateboards, hover boards
Sports balls (baseball, basketball, etc.)
Kinetic Sand
Science kits
Action figures (esp. Superheroes)
Magna Tiles or mini tiles
Legos, K’nex, and Bionicle kits
Remote control cars and trucks
100+ piece puzzles
Fuzzy blankets
Jewelry making kits
Sticker and drawing books
A g e s 6 -7Ages 6 -7
Bikes, skateboards, hover boards
Manicure supplies
Craft kits
3d Puzzles
Board games
Model kits
Drawing books
Art supplies
Earbuds
Nerf guns
A g e s 8 -1 0Ages 8 -1 0
Item No. 7.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Closed Session.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.a.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property. (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.072) possible property acquisition; possible land sale/purchase.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.b.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Consult with legal counsel on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the
governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the
State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Government Code (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.071); Grant program; Lease agreement and professional services
contract. Pending Contracts.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 7.c.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Discuss or deliberate Economic Development Negotiations: (1) To discuss or deliberate
regarding commercial or financial information that the Board of Directors has received
from a business prospect that the Board of Directors seeks to have locate, stay, or
expand in or near the territory of the City of Anna and with which the Board is
conducting economic development negotiations; or, (2) To deliberate the offer of a
financial or other incentive to a business prospect described by subdivision (1). (Tex.
Gov’t Code §551.087); potential retail and medical projects.
SUMMARY:
Closed session deliberation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Item No. 8.
EDC/CDC Agenda
Staff Report
Meeting Date: 11/7/2024
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: 11/7/2024
Staff Contact:
AGENDA ITEM:
Adjourn.
SUMMARY:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS: