Min - Community Development Corporation - 1996 - 11/06 - RegularMINUTES
ALLEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SPECIAL CALLED WORKSHOP
NOVEMBER 6, 1996 - 6 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Debbie Stout, Secretary
Bob Morris
Robin Sedlacek
Jason Collier
Carl Clemencich
Claudia Kelley
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
Steve Terrell, Chairman
STAFF PRESENT:
Rhoda L. Savage, Director of Parks and Recreation
Ron Gentry, Chief, Fire Department
George Conner, Director of Public Works
Richard Carroll, Chief, Police Department
Sue Witkowski, Secretary, Parks and Recreation Department
GUESTS PRESENT:
None
I. CALL TO ORDER
Secretary, Debbie Stout called the meeting to order at 6:23 p.m.
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H. SITE VISITS WITH VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
ALLEN
Chief Ron Gentry with the Allen Fire Department made a brief presentation
regarding his current needs within the Fire Department. He indicated which of his
projects were currently being funded by the General Fund, some of those being the
replacement of a 1965 booster truck, and one ambulance. One of the issues not
being covered by the General Fund, but needed, is the Computer Aided Dispatch
system. Chief Gentry estimated the cost of such a system for the three fire stations
at $200,000.
Following a brief tour of the 1975 Chevrolet Step Van and one of the existing fire
trucks, Chief Gentry pointed out the need for a "Heavy Rescue Vehicle" He
indicated the need for a command post at all emergencies including hazardous
materials spills. Ron estimated the cost for this vehicle to be between $400,000
and $500,000.
Following a brief discussion by the Board, Ron indicated his first priority would
be the Computer Aided Dispatch System, with the Heavy Rescue Vehicle being his
second priority He also invited each of the Board members to visit with him at
any time regarding their questions and concerns.
City Engineer, George Conner presented several programs to the Board that he
currently has in progress as well as completed projects and funding available. He
indicated that some of the help from the Allen C.D C. could be used in placing
sidewalks on all residential streets, but particularly those collector streets and main
thoroughfares. George estimated that $1,000,000 would place sidewalks on all
streets, and that $500,000 would allow the City to place sidewalks on main
thoroughfares and collector streets. He also indicated that handicap ramps needed
to be placed on all residential sidewalks at an estimated cost of $100,000-
$200.000.
George also indicated that street lighting on Allen Heights between Main Street and
Exchange needs to be added at $50,000. Also, $25,000 yearly would help replace
old faded street signs and stop signs. He then reviewed the current status on road
development within both east and west Allen. Following a lengthy discussion by
the Board. George indicated they were welcome to visit with him at any time
regarding his projects, and the current status.
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Chief Richard Carroll of the Allen Police Department presented background
information on his current CIP project at the 2,600 square foot Animal Control
facility He indicated that funding was in place for the basic structure, along with
some landscaping. He indicated the Parks and Recreation Department will be
assisting with some of the landscaping, and that there is approximately $10,000
from the Viola Rose donation that will help with the furnishings for the facility.
Richard also indicated that the gun range and communications project is being
funded from bond funds. The lack of Mobile Data Computers (MDC's) was
presented as his highest priority request from the Board. Richard indicated that
approximately $650,000 would fund this request and it would definitely have a
great impact on the efficiency of the officer in filing reports, vehicle checks,
criminal background checks, and immediate access to data bases, along with
dispatching without using the radio system.
Following a brief discussion by the Board, it was determined [hat it would
probably not be feasible to fund just a portion of the project. Richard thanked to
Board for their time and invited them to contact him should they have any
questions regarding possible projects.
III. ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9.15 p.m.
These minutes read and approved this 18th day of November, 1996.
tev Terrell, Chairman
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Debbie Stout, Secretary