TIRZ No. 1 and No. 2 Board Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · April 2, 2018
Minutes
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 & No. 2 Board
Regular Meeting Minutes
April 2, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.
A Regular Meeting of the TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board was held Monday, April 2, 2018 beginning
at 4:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs,
Texas.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Board Members present were:
Dave Edwards - Chair
Mim James - Vice Chair
Mike Figer
John McIntosh
Board Members absent were:
Missy Atwood
Dr. Bruce Gearing
Ray Whisenant
City Staff/Officials present were:
Michelle Fischer, City Administrator
Keenan Smith, TIRZ Project Manager
Laura Mueller, Assistant City Attorney
Council Member Taline Manassian
Council Member John Kroll
Ron Jones, School Board
Taussig and Associates on Phone: Hector and Axel
With a quorum of the Board present, Chair Edwards called the meeting to order at 4:00
p.m.
II. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
Floor open to discussion on any subject. No action may be taken by law. Citizens wishing
to speak shall do so after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may establish a time
limit as necessary.
Ron Jones, School Board. Organizing a Political Action Committee to support the bond.
Friends of the DSISD.
III. MINUTES
Consideration and possible action on:
TIRZ Board No.1 & No. 2 April 2, 2018
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A. Approval of the TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board regular meeting minutes of the of March
5, 2018, and the special meeting minutes of March 20, 2018
A motion was made by Board Member Figer to approve the March 20, 2018 special
meeting minutes. Board Member McIntosh seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 4 to 0.
Staff is to bring the corrected March 5, 2018 and February 5, 2018 meeting minutes to
the Board for consideration at the May 7, 2018 regular meeting.
IV. BUSINESS (TIRZ #1 and TIRZ #2)
Consideration and possible action on:
A. Reconsideration and Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of
Dripping Springs, Dripping Springs Independent School District, Dripping Springs
Library District, and Dripping Springs Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1
and No. 2, and regarding the Dripping Springs Town Center Project, and as
approved for recommendation to City Council at the March 20, 2018 Special
Meeting of the TIRZ No. 1 and No. 2 Board
1. ILA Agreement
A motion was made by Vice Chair James to reconsider and approve an Interlocal
Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs, Dripping Springs Independent
School District, Dripping Springs Library District, and Dripping Springs Tax
Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 and No. 2, and regarding the Dripping Springs
Town Center Project, and as approved for recommendation to City Council at the
March 20, 2018 Special Meeting of the TIRZ No. 1 and No. 2 Board. Board Member
McIntosh seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
B. Acceptance of Capitol Market Research, Inc. Market Analysis Proposal for the
Proposed Dripping Springs Town Center; and Recommendation of approval by
City Council of a Professional Services Agreement with Capitol Market Research,
Inc.
1. Capitol Market Research Proposal
Keenan Smith presented the Proposal to the Board. It was the same proposal from
February. Scope of proposal is to provide analysis of the Town Center land for office
and retail (private sector side). They will also proof our concept plan including
timing for the market; and work with the P3 consultant.
Chair Edwards. The School District did not suggest anyone else for this. Jon
Thompson from the DSISD school board promoted Capitol Market Research.
Keenan Smith: The cost is $20,000.
Vice Chair James: Asked city staff whether the city can pay the cost.
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Michelle Fischer: Stated that the City may use already
A motion was made by Board Member Figer to accept the Capitol Market Research,
Inc. Market Analysis Proposal for the Proposed Dripping Springs Town Center; and
Recommendation of approval by City Council of a Professional Services Agreement
with Capitol Market Research, Inc. Board Member McIntosh seconded the motion
which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
C. Establishment of Members and Meeting Dates for Public Private Partnership (P3)
Advisor Selection Subcommittee
Keenan Smith presented on this item. This committee needs to meet soon to meet the
ILA schedule. Advisors and consultants had talked to us about some prequalified
candidates. Other candidates have come forward. Need to create a targeted solicitation
that the Assistant City Attorney has stated is legal in this type of procurement.
1. Review and proof the plan as a P3.
2. Work with the Market Analysis.
3. Draft a pro form or stakeholder term sheet.
4. Identify potential financing structures.
5. Formulate a master developer prospectus.
The company we would pick would not have an extra benefit towards being the developer
who is chosen. We may put in the contract that the company chosen consultant cannot
be the developer.
Chair Edwards: Stakeholders should be chosen to be on this committee. Decide who can
be on the agreement. Elaine from the School District. Bob Richardson from the Library.
John Kroll from the School. Dave will participate as well. County will have a different
role and have previous experience, so they should have representation. They have also
contributed funds. Mike Figer will be the County’s representative.
A motion was made by Vice Chair James to select Elaine Cogburn, Bob Richardson,
John Kroll, Dave Edwards, and Mike Figer for the Public Private Partnership (P3)
Advisor Selection Subcommittee. Board Member Figer seconded the motion which
carried unanimously 4 to 0.
Meeting dates will be established at a later date.
Vice Chair James: what happens if the bond package does not pass for the school? We
would have to reevaluate what happens next.
Chair Edwards: Bond election is May 5.
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D. Update on Town Center Contracts, Administration, and Funding
This item was previously discussed and will be discussed further in the following item.
E. Project Cost Participation and Reimbursement Agreements
1. Subcommittee Update
Vice Chair: The Subcommittee members have been chosen, including by the Library.
The subcommittee is still working on a date. The subcommittee will discuss cost
participation and the reimbursement queue and methodology. After the
subcommittee has the meeting and makes some decisions on parameters then Taussig
will become involved, as they would like to participate.
F. Old Fitzhugh Road Project Update
1. Right of Way (ROW) Dedications
Keenan Smith: We are making some progress. The three property owners have been
contacted. One has agreed to allow dedication of the prescriptive easement. Two
others were hopeful but needed to discuss with partners.
2. Concept Plan Update and Schedule – no update on this item
3. Stakeholder Workshop - April 18, 2018, at City Hall 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Councilmember Kroll: CAMPO determined that the Old Fitzhugh Road is ineligible
for funding in this year’s cycle, but there will be further conversations related to this
funding. It might be eligible for different funding at a different time.
Keenan Smith: There wasn’t a concept for them to see because of the deadline for
the CAMPO grant, but we should have a better concept plan later for different
funding at CAMPO.
Vice Chair James: If they scored it can we keep moving with it in this cycle.
Council Member Kroll: We are still working on it.
G. TIRZ Administrator Work Plan and Cost Accounting via Teleconference with
TIRZ Administrator David Taussig & Associates
1. TIRZ Project Cost Analysis and Summary
2. Income
3. Long-Range Planning - Financial Plan, Budgets and Forecasts
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Hector Perez and Axle are working on preliminary findings. Update is that they are
close to having the workbook almost done. They have talked to the County. Do not
have the apportionment schedule yet.
Looked at the boundaries of the TIRZ and recreated the parcel list. Is looking at a
couple of more parcels. He is firming up his revenue analysis. Meritage added
additional lots to TIRZ 1.
He is also working on the cash flow analysis. They are comfortable with what Andre
(Hilltop) did. We are couple of years out to determining. 2022 or 2023.
Long term recoupment of expended funds.
Vice Chair James: We will have a subgroup on the cost participation and
reimbursement for each project.
H. Communications Plan Update - Dave Edwards
Chair Edwards: Public relations outreach is moving forward with Greater San Marcos
Partnership and PEC. There is no presentation today, but Dave met with Tessa and they
are actively putting it together. They will have a third party look at it: Maggie Fenelon.
Bonnie Gonzalez from the City will look at it but is out. Danae from the City will help.
There is no cost at this time (other than what the City already contributes to the Greater
San Marcos Partnership). Lots of information is on the Website now.
V. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to adjourn into
executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as
authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney),
551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts
and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about
Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2
Board for the City of Dripping Springs may act on any item listed in
Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive Session to Open Session
for action.
The Board did not meet in Executive Session.
VI. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. April 10, 2016 - Regular City Council Meeting, 5:30 PM workshop/6:30 PM
meeting
B. April 17, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 PM
C. May 7, 2018 - TIRZ Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
VII. ADJOURN
TIRZ Board No.1 & No. 2 April 2, 2018
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A motion was made by Vice Chair James to adjourn the meeting. Board Member
McIntosh seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at XX:XX p.m.
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Agenda
City of Dripping Springs
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One & Number Two
Board Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 2, 2018 at 4:00 PM
City Hall, 511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Board Members TIRZ 1 & 2
Dave Edwards - Chair
Mim James - Vice Chair
Missy Atwood
Mike Figer
Dr. Bruce Gearing
John McIntosh
Ray Whisenant
City Staff/Officials
Michelle Fischer, City Administrator
Ginger Faught, Deputy City Administrator
Keenan Smith, TIRZ Project Manager
Laura Mueller, Assistant City Attorney
Council Member Taline Manassian
Council Member John Kroll
IL PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
Floor open to discussion on any subject. No action may be taken by law. Citizens wishing to
speak shall do so after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may establish a time limit
as necessary.
III. MINUTES
Consideration and possible action on:
A. Approval of the TIRZNo.1 & No. 2 Board regular meeting minutes of the of March
5, 2018, and the special meeting minutes of March 20, 2018
IV. BUSINESS (TIRZ #1 and TIRZ #2)
Consideration and possible action on:
A. Reconsideration and Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of
Dripping Springs, Dripping Springs Independent School District, Dripping Springs
Library District, and Dripping Springs Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No.1 and
No. 2, and regarding the Dripping Springs Town Center Project, and as approved
for recommendation to City Council at the March 20, 2018 Special Meeting of the
TIRZ No. 1 and No. 2 Board
1. ILA Agreement
B. Acceptance of Capitol Market Research, Inc. Market Analysis Proposal for the
Proposed Dripping Springs Town Center; and Recommendation of approval by City
Council of a Professional Services Agreement with Capitol Market Research, Inc.
1. Capitol Market Research Proposal
C. Establishment of Members and Meeting Dates for Public Private Partnership (P3)
Advisor Selection Subcommittee
D. Update on Town Center Contracts, Administration, and Funding
E. Project Cost Participation and Reimbursement Agreements
1. Subcommittee Update
F. Old Fitzhugh Road Project Update
1. Right of Way (ROW) Dedications
2. Concept Plan Update and Schedule
3. Stakeholder Workshop - April 18, 2018, at City Hall 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
G. TIRZ Administrator Work Plan and Cost Accounting via Teleconference with TIRZ
Administrator David Taussig & Associates
1. TIRZ Project Cost Analysis and Summary - Keenan Smith
2. Income
3. Long-Range Planning - Financial Plan, Budgets and Forecasts
H. Communications Plan Update - Dave Edwards
V. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board for the City ofDripping Springs has the right to adjourn into
executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as
authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney),
551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts
and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about
Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2
Board for the City ofDripping Springs may act on any item listed in
Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive Session to Open Session
for action.
VI. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. April 10, 2016 - Regular City Council Meeting, 5:30 PM workshop/6:30 PM meeting
B. April 17, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 PM
C. May 7, 2018 - TIRZ Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
VII.ADJOURN
All agenda items listed above are eligible for discussion and action unless otherwise specifically noted. Notice is
posted in accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon 's Texas Codes, Annotated. I certify that the above
notice of meeting was posted at City ofDripping Springs City Hall and website, www.cityo@rippingsprings.com on
the the 20th day ofMarch 2018, at 2:00 p.m ..
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