Terri Vela

The board agenda includes reviewing financial reports and considering funding requests for West Fort Bend Management and Fort Bend Transit. Discussions involve a proposal update for the City of Richmond Farmer's Market Manager, the creation of a downtown social district with alternative naming options, and the review of the fiscal year 2027 draft budget. Additionally, the staff report will be discussed, and the board will convene into an executive session to deliberate on economic development negotiations and real property.

The meeting includes updates on community events and staff reports regarding the Historic Overlay District expansion and the status of 405 Richmond Parkway. The Commission will review Certificates of Appropriateness for façade improvements at 512 Morton and wall signage at 210 W. Highway 90a. Additionally, the agenda involves discussions on current projects at 400 Jackson St. and planning for upcoming meeting agenda items.

The meeting agenda includes the administration of oaths of office, recognition of employee service anniversaries, and several proclamations including those for Police Week, Public Works Week, and Mental Health Awareness Month. Discussion items involve a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Major Thoroughfare Plan, presentations from the Fort Bend County Central Appraisal District, updates on the new City Hall, job creation metrics, and the process for declaring emergencies. Legislative actions cover the appointment of the Mayor Pro-tem and Development Corporation members, property tax exemptions, boards and commissions policy updates, adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code, the downtown sidewalk project, and multiple land replatting requests. An executive session is scheduled for real estate and legal consultations, with potential follow-up actions in open session.

The meeting includes reviews of monthly financial reports, updates on a new headquarters prospect, and promotional strategies for the Myrtle at Morton Street building. The board will provide feedback on a revised incentives and grants program, consider action for a downtown Fourth of July event, and discuss staff reports. Additionally, an executive session is scheduled for deliberations regarding economic development negotiations and real property, including discussions on Richmond Station, LLC, Project Colodge, and Project Redwood.

The Board reviewed and requested feedback on a revised Incentives and Grants Program, discussing objective criteria such as performance-based components and matching requirements. Additionally, the Board reviewed a preliminary budget and timeline for the inaugural downtown Fourth of July event, 'Liberty on the Brazos,' celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary. A monthly staff report was also presented, highlighting economic development activities, business attraction initiatives, and downtown revitalization projects.