2004 10 26 WS Minutes - 1210pmMINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
October 26, 2004
The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in work session on October 26, 2004, at
12:10 p.m. in the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education and Recreation Center, 1724 Market Street,
Baytown, Texas, with the following in attendance:
Sammy Mahan
Don Murray
Mercedes Renteria III
Calvin Mundinger
Gary M. Jackson
Gary W. Smith
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Mayor
City Manager
City Clerk
Absent was: Ronnie Anderson, Council Member and Scott Sheley, Council Member.
The meeting was opened with a quorum present after which the following business was
conducted:
Discuss the Outdoor event.
Mayor Mundinger made welcoming remarks to those in attendance.
Mr. Mike Beard, Baytown Outdoor, Inc., addressed the gathering and explained that the event is
intended to recognize and celebrate the outdoor amenities in Baytown, to promote Baytown, and
to enhance economic development. The non -profit corporation was formed to conduct the event.
The board has formed subcommittees to deal with the various aspects of the event. Broad
community support has been found.
To assist in marketing and branding, a marketing firm will be selected. Funding assistance will
be provided by the City of Baytown.
The event will showcase the premier facilities and offer unique outdoor experiences. The board
is soliciting educational events and commercial exhibitors.
Discussions are underway for another event in 2006.
Most of the activities will be free, a few will charge to cover overhead expenses.
The venues will be Bayland Island and Marina, the Wetlands Center, and the Nature Center.
The marketing firm will be charged to prepare a plan that will provide actions based on varying
levels of available revenue.
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The event is scheduled for May 14 and 15, 2005.
The board is looking at events over several years. Proceeds will provide scholarships and
benefits to the Wetlands Center and the Nature Center. The board has joined the Texas Festivals
and Events Association. The membership benefits the board by providing expertise and
exposure in statewide and national publications and through the association's website.
The board is seeking the involvement of the Hispanic community, the special needs community,
and senior citizens.
Tours of the Wetlands Center were provided.
Adjourn.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Gdry V. Smith
City Clerk