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2008 06 18 MDD MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BAYTOWN MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT June 18, 2008 The Board of Directors of the Baytown Municipal Development District met on June 18, 2008, at 4:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at, 2401 Market, Baytown, and Harris County, Texas with the following in attendance: Kitty Allen Director Reggie Brewer Director Brandon Capetillo Director Lynn Caskey Director Lisa Guy Director David McCartney Director Terry Sain Director Scott Sheley Director Lena Yepez Director Stephen DonCarlos President Garry Brumback General Manager Ignacio Ramirez, Sr. General Counsel Kaythie Darnell Assistant Secretary 4:42 P.M. President DonCarlos convened the meeting with a quorum present. 1. APPOINTMENTS a. Discuss the criteria and qualifications to be used in the selection of MDD Board members. Board Director Sheley suggested that YAC representation is offering youth and ethnicity. There is an unexpired term with Board Member Sain's replacement. Board Director Yepez responded with that she thought this was a good idea; however, how do we set the criteria? Board Director Allen questioned a representative type position such as an age category or anyone age 18 and older. General Manager Brumback added that this is typically a dedicated position and not a fiduciary board; however, legal can layout the criteria and the school recommended candidates. Board Directors Brewer, Yepez and Sheley noted a consensus. Board Director Allen interjected that the Park Board is where a youth representative might serve as opposed to a fiduciary board. Page 2 of 3 Minutes of the Special Session MDD - June 18, 2008 General Counsel Ramirez responded that a 17 year old could not enter into a contract. Board Director Allen added that the larger issue is for the younger representatives serving on all boards. The non fiduciary boards may need to be the boards for the young representatives. Board President DonCarlos proposed a system to encourage students with or without fiduciary responsibilities. He further encouraged a more global approach as to surveying the practices at other communities. The MDD Board of Directors reflected a consensus to make it work as opposed to not making it work. 2. MANAGER'S REPORT a. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the Goose Creek Affordable Housing Project. Mr. Artie Pressley and Mr. Chris Pressley Presentation reflected the history of the Goose Creek Affordable Housing Project which indicated bad decisions by the District Manager. Board Director Brewer reflected on the presentation by asking if it would be fair to say that the market turned against you. Board Director Yepez observed that the project began in February 2007 which prior to the General Manager. Mr. Brumback came in with no biases and is attempting to hold people accountable. Board President DonCarlos reassured Mr. Pressley that the District Manager has not attributed any biases towards the Pressleys. Board Director Sain noted that the General Manager has the best intentions for the City of Baytown, and we must be accountable for the money. Your personal comments directed towards Mr. Brumback are unwarranted. Mr. Artie Pressley requested a formal investigation. Board Director Brewer responded to the request by stating that the request was outside the realm of the MDD agenda. Board President DonCarlos agreed with Board Director Brewer's statement. General Manager Brumback responded that he had not used profanity to describe the Pressleys. Brumback further noted that he stood by his decisions and had nothing toapologize for nor regret. 5:35 P.M. Board President DonCarlos recessed the MDD Board into Executive Session. Page 3 of 3 r Minutes of the Special Session MDD - June 18, 2008 6:35 P.M. Board President DonCarlos reconvened the MDD Board. Board Director Yepez did not return to the dais. General Manager Brumback stated that he recommended no changes. Board Director Brewer made a motion, seconded by Board Director Allen to make no changes to the agreement The vote followed: Ayes: Board Directors: Brewer, Capelillo, Caskey, Guy, McCartney, Sain Sheley and Board President DonCarlos. Nays: None. The motion carried. 3. ADJOURN Board Director Sain made a motion, Board Director Caskey seconded the motion to adjourn. The vote follows: Ayes: Directors: Brewer, Capetillo, Caskey, Guy, McCartney, Sain, Sheley and President DonCarlos. Nays: None The motion carried. 7:06 P.M. Board President DonCarlos adjourned the meeting. Kaythie Darnell, Assistant Secretary