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The update will emphasize resilience — including natural-resource and environmental risk considerations — coordinated infrastructure investment and how economic-development initiatives align with future land-use and capital improvements. Teashens said the comprehensive-plan contract and consultant selection will be advanced by an RFP that staff expects to bring to council in March, with funding and contractual approval anticipated around June as the GLO executes its grant contracts.

Why it matters: the plan update will re-evaluate priorities, incorporate resilience strategies that were not included to the same degree in the city’s 2011 update, and help define implementation items such as infrastructure prioritization, beach nourishment and economic development incentives.

Plan elements and outreach: Teashens said the update will cover nine plan elements, including economic development, natural resources and infrastructure. Staff will circulate background materials to directors and seek input; steering and stakeholder committees, including a chamber representative, are expected to participate in the process.

Staff noted that many projects recommended in the 2018 economic-development plan are already underway and that the comprehensive-plan update will help set the next round of priorities and implementation steps. Directors asked staff to provide the plan materials and confirmed they will engage in the public process.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Galveston - IDC Committee - Mar 04, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","City development services staff described a two-year comprehensive plan update funded through the Texas GLO under HUD’s Resilient Communities program. The update will prioritize resilience, infrastructure and economic-development alignment and is expected to begin after an RFP and grant contract this spring.","taxTitle","Galveston , Galveston County, Texas","taxId",5145,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6650108,"IDC approves $25,000 for Coastal Windstorm Insurance Coalition; coalition urges state action on rates and mitigation",648,2873000,3521000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a&start=2873&end=3521","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a/thumbnail_2873000.jpg","/articles/6650108/Galveston/Galveston-County/Texas/IDC-approves-25000-for-Coastal-Windstorm-Insurance-Coalition-coalition-urges-state-action-on-rates-and-mitigation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6650108-bbf16cd2727cf0e0efe6f61c9f5a6f60/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180795&Signature=GgUwPmNDQ0RoQOTe9KAZGUKx1ZyZsD3qNOIDboJ~y~5RS27KM89VVJn~IJcOkTpeQ~IEfSn238jmmF4kgNvZTshrwSv8E9m5ercm3So1dd7LPc-d~nT9VnJPFoI85neJF1HIMNN5pXTsT3dXQmmmwfhFtKLNexzned3psYYy~9hovLPCji2qqUQBrlD~3G7PSALq~3Fuw5F1OumUV306pCeDomrvb8YfypQjhOnsZzAeidMA9VpDZSBKrDpDu5enZuSeBPB3mxfWv~ZZC3QLrtkbM6vNNC4aaV9S6UzdJVtBU9T26wibnpIFqdPUqQQ3q78ULNwnvqR3BjC1SzlWGw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Industrial Development Corporation on March 4 unanimously approved a $25,000 payment to renew participation in the Coastal Windstorm Insurance Coalition, a local advocacy and lobbying group that works on state-level windstorm insurance policy.

Caroline (coalition representative) and Henry (longtime advocate) briefed the board on recent activity at the Texas capitol, including a decision by the state insurance commissioner that the coalition hailed as limiting a proposed 10% rate increase. Coalition representatives urged continued education of lawmakers and residents about how non-admitted carriers and reinsurance costs affect premiums for island homeowners.

Why it matters: higher windstorm insurance rates and changes to underwriting and reinsurance models can materially affect affordability, property markets and local recovery capacity in coastal communities. Coalition speakers called for stronger incentives for property fortification and for policies that help preserve middle-income homeowners' insurance affordability.

Board action: a motion to approve the invoice and renewal was clarified on the record to be $25,000 (the packet listed $15,000). The motion passed unanimously. Board members thanked coalition volunteers for unpaid lobbying work and noted the organization’s role representing Galveston interests at the state level.

Speakers for this item included the coalition’s representatives and multiple IDC directors; the board asked staff to process the payment and continue engagement with the coalition’s legislative efforts.","The board voted to pay $25,000 to renew its membership and invoice for the Coastal Windstorm Insurance Coalition. Coalition representatives briefed the board on recent activity in Austin and urged more public education and incentives for fortified construction and mitigation.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6650113,"Airport projects update: taxiway relocation bids, $788,000 shortfall for phase 2 and timeline for 139 certification",150,1760000,1910000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a&start=1760&end=1910","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a/thumbnail_1760000.jpg","/articles/6650113/Galveston/Galveston-County/Texas/Airport-projects-update-taxiway-relocation-bids-788000-shortfall-for-phase-2-and-timeline-for-139-certification","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6650113-e0e30e0f78defa0d140c4745ffaedbda/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180795&Signature=TLhWQh82qv8fEGnUWgQIjTWOGaw4vY~diMtF4pX471NIzdANNxwDnh7Lb9trvElkOn9Q3S4KSUg0fyWROdJEYM4X2vOKxBBiexBfX1K4sxWxREDokJulMMf7uLj5vs9fOqRwxHox0PhDYk0C3GgWm8SCs1j406j6y8jxoNH5AWb-~HcwFRytKBue52cd8-EVBGReunG-f31ITinNzxUCO~-GGKrAO4HaYk5XSAkpxhfneJ8loJ~9Mnt6jff6kbz65Y3GcKzn8DBh-PjeUM4hya-PUdPq~lYc~WtYgKBy7g0UiMEZz-BOF-Q9CRs5DTKwxZkqGOXjsDaFUGE-vGWgEA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Airport staff updated the Industrial Development Corporation on March 4 about several airport infrastructure projects, a multi-phase taxiway relocation that aims to support future commercial service, and funding and scheduling considerations tied to FAA and TxDOT grants.

The taxiway relocation project was designed to move Taxiway Echo and build aircraft parking stands, including space for large military aircraft. Mike Shahan (airport staff) said an October engineer estimate showed a base bid and alternates approaching $7.3 million and the airport’s current encumbered budget is about $6.4 million, producing a shortfall of roughly $788,000 for phase 2 if both phases are built together.

Why it matters: completion of the taxiway and apron work is a major element in meeting FAA and TxDOT requirements and in preparing the airport for potential scheduled commercial service and higher-certification requirements.

Schedule and financing: Shahan said TxDOT intends to advertise the project in late March, with a bid opening expected April 16. The FAA is expected to release grant funds to TxDOT in May; council approval of the construction grant could occur in May or June and construction could begin in June or July, with an approximate six-month schedule. The airport is funding a $200,000 parking-lot improvement project and anticipates some reimbursements under the TxDOT/Federal grant process; however, the reimbursement model requires the city to upfront some costs and seek 90% reimbursement later.

Part 139 certification and enplanements: The airport is pursuing FAA Part 139 certification required for scheduled commercial airline service. Shahan noted several capital requirements — signage, pavement markings, runway safety area work and an aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle — and said the airport must reach 10,000 enplanements to qualify for the formal classification tied to some federal funding streams. He relayed that the private airline partner the airport is negotiating with believes it could meet the 10,000-passenger threshold in its first year and projected much larger potential volumes over time.

Board members asked about funding options to cover the phase-2 shortfall and the airport indicated it expects to use reserve funds and proceeds from property sales to bridge gaps until grants reimburse the city. Board members and the airport discussed cost-sharing approaches and suggested potential IDC support for match funding if needed; no final commitment was made at the meeting.

Speakers listed for this item include airport staff and board members; technical and dollar figures were provided by airport staff and engineering estimates referenced in the packet.","Airport staff briefed the IDC on a multi-phase taxiway relocation and apron project, a funding shortfall for phase 2, parking-lot and apron work, and steps needed for FAA Part 139 commercial-service certification, including an enplanement goal of 10,000 passengers.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6650117,"IDC debates business-incentive policy, approves $35,000 for Pelican Island bridge right-of-way work",105,225000,330000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a&start=225&end=330","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2510685-f3940407473e94ffe1034373f55f672a/thumbnail_225000.jpg","/articles/6650117/Galveston/Galveston-County/Texas/IDC-debates-business-incentive-policy-approves-35000-for-Pelican-Island-bridge-right-of-way-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6650117-1588b628fa9f276590a2758c2a8b57e3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180795&Signature=g5pAKc-67jYJc4uxcOycP7~bEsoG~hIhw1MCkhdlwvKwz7YeUHf3G0mXtbVQWxCHK4MHLL~P0LhAgluendgBI~RTJ4OksXVqUQ3KUZAVeMufkjA~n~1lQQ6dE8F-u7L9~wQLEWycJk3QjuYZGXhBixPNEIHrrmdgwzzORIW49qLgBABR4zIhnmhzFvmUhKpJ9EIPdCrLRT3Nh~M8M7XYXNtfRkXHYnKRPjMTaVqxZtWy9LddMIVdUcJSUWbEAGrsOSyfkDl2TcvoFQnaKBZZmRQBNz0y530XJH3xry157lMRn7NeyN~91AZoOcrTEdORiyy8JvZkaEYg-TXfRxVm5A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Industrial Development Corporation of the City of Galveston on March 4 discussed how to fund future business incentives and approved $35,000 to pay for title searches and legal descriptions needed for right-of-way work on the Pelican Island bridge project.

The board heard an update on the economic-development “silo” five-year funding forecast. Brandon (staff member) said the corporation is starting the year with about $9.1 million available and expects roughly $1.9 million in revenue this year. The forecast lists several projects already approved but not encumbered, including a Pelican Island bridge item shown at $5,400,000 and placeholders for an annual business-incentive grant program of $100,000.

Why it matters: board members said they want a clear policy before committing large sums to incentives. Several directors noted that the city has frequently used infrastructure work to support development and that an incentive pool without clear rules could produce administrability and equity problems.

Board discussion centered on two choices: treat a business-incentive line as an annual operating placeholder or build a banked savings account and policy framework to govern how incentives are awarded. Members stressed the need for evaluation criteria, performance agreements and clawback provisions where appropriate. Multiple directors urged staff to bring recommended policy options and examples from peer cities before authorizing a permanent incentive program.

The board also discussed short-term needs tied to infrastructure. Members flagged drainage and pump-station projects on port property near Harborside and Pelican Island as reasons some economic-development funds are being used for infrastructure. Several members said infrastructure improvements — for example, roadway or drainage work — have successfully leveraged private development in the past and should remain an option.

Action taken: The board considered two related items to support the Pelican Island bridge work. The board passed a resolution and an economic development agreement to provide $35,000 for professional services to prepare title searches and legal descriptions needed for right-of-way acquisition and design. The board indicated TxDOT reimbursement and schedule pressures were driving the timing. Coming out of the meeting’s executive session on Pelican Island property acquisition, the corporation reported no immediate action was required as a result of that closed discussion.

Next steps: Board members directed staff to return at the April meeting with policy recommendations and comparative examples from other jurisdictions on how they structure and administer business-incentive funds. They also asked staff to present options for converting the existing placeholder into a banked, interest-earning account and to outline timing and financial impacts if the corporation chose to do so.

Speakers quoted or referenced in this item are listed in the article’s speaker list. Exact vote tallies were not recorded in the public transcript; the board reported the $35,000 items moved forward and will be taken to the city council for required public hearing and final approvals.","At its March 4 meeting, the Industrial Development Corporation discussed a five-year economic-development funding forecast, debated whether to seed a business-incentive savings account or continue annual placeholders, and approved $35,000 to fund title searches and legal descriptions for right-of-way work on the Pelican Island bridge project.","actionData","errors"]

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