07-23-13 Meeting of the La Porte Development Corporation Board of Directors

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budget for a Board member to attend the ICSC conference in Dallas, and the board member report back to the board after attending the conference. City Manager Alexander asked Board members if staff should budget for more than one Board member to attend future seminars. Board member Woodard commented he will be in Dallas next week and available to attend the July 28-30, 2013, ICSC conference and will not require a hotel room. Board member Martin agreed attending the seminars are beneficial and suggested Board members prepare for networking as a group before attending future seminars. Board member Woodard requested the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region provide a presentation to the Board within the next 12 months. City Manager Corby Alexander questioned if Board members would like staff to revise the proposed budget to include funds for Board members wishing to attend the ICSC conference. Board member Engelken responded the Board should be more proactive increasing revenue in the City, and the educational opportunity to attend conferences should be extended to all Board members. EDC Livingston informed another ICSC conference will be held November 5-8, 2013; and the City plans to have a booth at the conference. Board member Ojeda advised she may be available to attend the conference in November but not next week. Board member Engelken requested Board member Woodard provide a report of the activities during the conference if he is able to attend next week. Board member Ojeda reported she has been involved and observed the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region and Bay Area Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau's board meetings and activities and appreciates their efforts. Board member Ojeda encouraged Board members to be involved, as well. Board member Ojeda moved to approve the proposed budget for the 2013-2014 La Porte Development Corporation Board. Board member Woodard seconded. City Manager Corby Alexander asked if Board members wish to include an amount in the proposed budget to accommodate travel for Board members to assist with networking opportunities. Chairman Warren questioned when the conferences will be held. Mr. Alexander responded November and May. Board member Engelken questioned the registration fee to attend the conferences. Economic Development Coordinator Scott Livingston responded approximately $500- $600 per person for registration but will require additional monies for flight, hotel accommodations and meals. Board member Engelken moved to amend the motion and include an additional $10,000 in training and seminars to the proposed 2013-2014 budget for the La Porte Development Corporation Board for Board members to network for the City. Board member Woodard seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Board members Woodard, Martin, Engelken and Ojeda Nays: None Absent: Vice -President Cooksley and Board member Clausen 4. Set date for next meeting — S. Livingston Board members set the next meeting date tentatively for August 26, 2013, at 5:00 p.m. Page 3 of 4 July 23, 2013, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes