HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999.06.10_OEDA MinutesOWASSO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF SCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, June 10, 1999
PRESENT
Gary Akin
Frank Enzbrenner
Dee Sokolosky
Brenda Lawrence
Tom Kimball
Brian Smith
Mark Wilken
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER
ABSENT STAFF PRESENT
Robert Tobias
Sherry Bishop
Jeff Hancock
Marsha Hensley
Chairperson Gary Akin called the meeting to order at 10:04 AM and declared a quorum
present.
ITEM 2: ROLL CALL
ITEM 3: REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF MAY 13. 1999
REGULAR MEETING AND MAY 25, 1999 SPECIAL MEETING
Mr. Enzbrenner moved to approve the minutes of the May 13, 1999 Regular Meeting and
May 25, 1999 Special Meeting with a correction to Item #6 on the May 13, 1999 minutes.
The last sentence should read 200,000 square feet. Also, Dee Sololosky was absent from the
May 25, 1999 Special Meeting, Brian Smith's name should be deleted from the absent list.
Mr. Wilken seconded the motion.
The vote on the motion was recorded as follows:
Akin - Yes
Sokolosky - Yes
Enzbrenner - Yes
Lawrence - Yes
Kimball - Yes
Smith - Yes
Wilken - Yes
The motion carried 7 -0.
ITEM 4: REQUEST APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
The only claim was for $150.00 to Ronald D. Cates. Mr. Wilken moved to approve the
claim; seconded by Mr. Kimball.
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The vote on the motion was recorded as follows:
Akin - Yes
Sokolosky - Yes
Enzbrenner - Yes
Lawrence - Yes
Kimball - Yes
Smith - Yes
Wilken - Yes
The motion carried 7 -0.
ITEM 5: PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL REPORT
Ms. Bishop presented the financial report.
ITEM 6: PRESENTATION BY FORMATION CONSULTING GROUP
REGARDING CONSIDERATION BY AVIATION - RELATED CLIENT
ON EXPANSION TO OWASSO
Mr. Akin introduced Mr. Chuck Tollefsen with Formation Consulting Group, which is
representing Composite International, Inc., an aviation - related company that is interested in
located to the Owasso area. A financial summary for Composite International, Inc. was
handed out for the Trustees to review. Mr. Tollefsen made a brief presentation stating that
Composite International employs approximately 30 people with that number possibly doubling
in the next few years. He stated that there is a need to expand their present facility and stated
that a 40,000 square foot building would be ample space. The location being considered is on
116`h Street North and 97`h East Avenue. Mr. Akin appointed Mr. Tobias, Mr. Kimball, Mr.
Sokolosky and Mr. Enzbrenner to serve as a focus team to review information and meet with
David Vines, the landowner.
ITEM 7: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF HOSPITALITY /LODGING
TAX TO FACILITATE THE ENHANCEMENT OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
Mr. Akin asked Mr. Sokolosky to brief the Trustees on the meeting with Mr. Robert Patel.
Discussion was held regarding the steps that need to be taken. The article from the packet
was reviewed and consensus was that Mr. Tobias follow up with Mr. Cates in order to discuss
the procedure involved and to review other cities ordinances. Discussion was also held
concerning projects that need to be earmarked and the need to be proactive regarding the use
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of lodging taxes.
ITEM 8: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF CITY BUILDING PERMIT
FEES
Sherry Bishop brought the Trustees up to date on the operating structure that occurs when fees
are collected through the building permit process.
ITEM 9: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO A
REQUEST FOR TRUSTEE ADOPTION OF AN FY 1999 -2000
OPERATION BUDGET.
Sherry Bishop discussed the Fiscal Year 1999 -2000 Budget and the OEDA Work Plan with
the Authority. She stated that OEDA is required to file an annual budget with the City of
Owasso. She also explained that the proposed budget is comparable to the budget that has
been approved for the past several years. Mr. Wilken suggested that in April of 2000, to
prepare an annual report for the City Council showing the Owasso Economic Development's
achievements of the year. Mr. Wilken also requested a focus group get together and work on
specific issues that need to be accomplished.
Mr. Enzbrenner moved to approve the adoption of a FY 1999 -2000 operation budget. Mr.
Akin seconded the motion.
The vote on the motion was recorded as follows:
Akin - Yes
Sokolosky - Yes
Enzbrenner - Yes
Lawrence - Yes
Kimball - Yes
Smith - Yes
Wilken - Yes
The motion carried 7 -0.
ITEM 10: DISCUSSION OF DIRECTOR'S MONTHLY REPORT
Mr. Tobias updated the Authority on Tulsa Technology Center. Also discussed was the
widening of 76`'' Street North.
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ITEM 11: REPORT FROM OEDA MANAGER
Mr. Hancock gave an update on the status of Precision Components. He also stated that
OEDA needs to establish priorities to accomplish.
ITEM 12: NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Wilken stated that he feels the OEDA needs to speak to Composite International, Inc.
concerning a confidentiality policy with them. Also, Mr. Wilken presented a thank you note
from Owasso Golf and Athletic Club stating their appreciation. (attached)
ITEM 13: ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Enzbrenner moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Smith.
The vote on the motion was recorded as follows:
Akin - Yes
Sokolosky - Yes
Enzbrenner - Yes
Lawrence - Yes
Kimball - Yes
Smith - Yes
Wilkin - Yes
The motion carried 7 -0 and the meeting was adjourned at 11:55 AM.
7/0/�7 ary Akin, hairperson
Date Approved
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