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Chair showing support for including the TxDOT SH 225 redevelopment, IH <br />610 Ship Channel Bridge replacement, and the Bayport Container Terminal <br />Southern Access Road projects in the 2045 Regional Transportation Plan <br />Update. [Haley Bowers, Economic Development Manager] <br />Member Gerrish the motion was adopted. 7-0. <br />d. Amended Project - Presentation, discussion, and possible action to approve <br />publishing a notice to begin the 60-day comment period for an amendment <br />to the previously approved project of the La Porte Development Corporation <br />for Electric Vehicle Charging Station, by increasing funding for the project <br />to an amount not to exceed $113,217.33. [Haley Bowers, Economic <br />Development Manager] <br />President Ojeda noted this item had been pulled by staff and it was not considered. <br />e. Sam & Dave's - Enhancement Grant Reimbursement - Presentation, <br />discussion, and possible action to approve a reimbursement payment in an <br />amount not to exceed $6,200.00 to the applicant, Sam & Dave's LLC, under <br />terms of the Economic Development Incentive Agreement dated September <br />23, 2024, for enhancements to its business property located at 1612 <br />Underwood Road, La Porte, Texas. [Haley Bowers, Economic Development <br />Manager] <br />4. STAFF REPORTS <br />Mrs. Bowers said SBA has been working with the City Manager's Office and offering <br />free sessions locally, which will continue in 2025. She also encouraged the Board to <br />bring forward any thoughts for the 2025-26 budget. <br />5. SET NEXT MEETING - Without objection the next meeting was set for January 27. <br />6. BOARD COMMENTS — Member Warren apologized for being late. <br />