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4B Sales Tax Corporation Minutes - 08/07/2025 MINUTES OF THE WICHITA FALLS 4B SALES TAX CORPORATION (WF4BSTC) AUGUST 7, 2025 PRESENT: Glenn Barham, President § WF4BSTC Members Michael Grassi, Vice-President § Nick Schreiber, Secretary-Treasurer § Stephen Santellana § Craig Reynolds § Darrell Coleman § Steve Garner § Tim Short, Mayor § Mayor & City Council Austin Cobb, Councilor at Large § Tom Taylor, Councilor, District 5 § Jeff Jenkins, City Manager § City Staff Paul Menzies, Assistant City Manager § Blake Jurecek, Assistant City Manager § R. Kinley Hegglund, Jr., City Attorney § Stephen Calvert, CFO & Finance Director § Terry Floyd, Development Director § Monica Aguon, Deputy City Attorney § Chris Horgen, PIO Paige Lessor, Executive Legal Assistant § Cody Magana, Vice President § White Realty Management Company Ron Kitchens, CEO § Chamber of Commerce 1. Call to Order. Mr. Glenn Barham called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. 2. Induction of New Board Members. Mr. Barham noted that the new board members had been sworn in prior to the start of the meeting. He announced that Nick Schreiber had been reappointed to another term and welcomed Stephen Santellana and Darrell Coleman to the board. 3. Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair. Mr. Barham opened the floor for nominations for the position of Chair. Mr. Craig Reynolds nominated Mr. Barham, and no further nominations were made. Mr. Reynolds moved to close nominations, with a second by Mr. Santellana, and the motion carried. Mr. Barham invited any questions or comments from the public, and none were offered. The Board then voted on the nomination, electing Mr. Barham as Chair by a unanimous vote of 7-0. WF4BSTC Minutes Page 1 of 4 8/7/2025 Mr. Barham next opened the floor for nominations for the position of Vice-Chair. Mr. Steve Garner nominated Mr. Michael Grassi, and Mr. Reynolds nominated Mr. Nick Schreiber. With no further nominations, Mr. Barham moved to close nominations, seconded by Mr. Santellana, and the motion carried. Mr. Barham again invited public comment, and none was offered. The Board proceeded to vote on the nominations, electing Mr. Grassi as Vice-Chair by a vote of 5-2, with Mr. Reynolds and Mr. Schreiber voting for Mr. Schreiber. 4. Report of Financial Condition. Mr. Paul Menzies reported that August sales tax receipts, reflecting June sales, were approximately 8% higher than the prior August, with year-to-date collections running about 1%ahead of last year. He noted that unencumbered funds available for new projects currently total $7.3 million, which increases to approximately $7.8 million with the addition of August receipts. Including an estimated $1.3 million in sales tax revenue yet to be received through September, the Corporation is projected to have about$9.1 million available for new projects by the end of the fiscal year. 5. Consent Agenda a) Approval of Minutes of June 5, 2025. Mr. Reynolds noted one correction to be made on page six of seven. In the paragraph, "USDA" should be "USTA." Mr. Glenn Barham moved to approve the minutes as presented with the noted correction. Seconded by Mr. Reynolds, the motion carried 7-0. 6. Public hearing regarding a funding request by White Realty Management Company to assist with renovations at the City National Building at 807 8th Street downtown and the Oil & Gas Building at 813 8th Street downtown. Mr. Barham opened the public hearing at 3:07 p.m. Mr. Cody Magana, Vice President of White Realty Management, presented a funding request to assist with renovations at three downtown buildings, focusing on the parking garage located at Eighth and Lamar, the modernization of elevators within the garage, and structural repairs to the cooling system. He explained that engineering inspections revealed long-term issues in the garage that, while not immediately dangerous, would present significant safety risks within five to ten years if not addressed. Repairs will require replacing entire ramp sections, which will necessitate closing the garage for approximately three to four months. Alternative parking and transportation options will be provided for the 250 monthly users representing 78 companies. While the garage is closed, the last two unmodernized elevators will be upgraded, replacing outdated mechanical systems with modern equipment. Additionally, structural repairs are required to the frame supporting the cooling tower located between the garage and the Oil and Gas Building. This work must occur in winter when the cooling system can be taken offline, which aligns with the timetable for the other projects. Mr. Magana emphasized that completing all three projects concurrently over the next five to six months will minimize costs and disruptions, with total expenditures estimated at just over $1 million. Mr. Barham asked if the board had any questions for Mr. Magana. Mr. Garner asked about the age of the garage. WF4BSTC Minutes Page 2 of 4 8/7/2025 Mr. Magana responded that it was constructed in 1967, and the engineers believe construction problems stem from the use of three different early concrete techniques. Contractors at the time experimented with different methods in various sections of the building, and these systems have not worked well together over time. Mr. Santellana asked what impact the absence of funding would have on the three projects. Mr. Magana explained that the cooling tower repair must proceed regardless, but without assistance, completion of the garage and elevator projects could be delayed. He noted that their organization already faces significant capital demands across multiple century-old buildings, including a $1.5 million chiller replacement at the City National Building. Without funding, they would be forced to prioritize which projects to delay, though none of them are ideal to postpone. Mr. Reynolds asked about parking tenants' concerns. Mr. Magana stated that tenants are not currently alarmed, though they do occasionally report potholes and exposed rebar. He has advised them that repairs are pending and has arranged accommodations such as shuttle service for those with mobility issues. Mr. Magana added that if repairs were delayed further, tenants would likely become concerned within a few years. Mr. Schreiber asked whether the work would be handled as three separate projects with different contractors. Mr. Magana confirmed that five contractors will be involved: WJE as engineer for the garage, Western Specialty for the concrete repairs, Aspen Elevator for elevator modernization, Lake Road Welding for the cooling tower, and Shinpaugh Engineering for planning. Mr. Schreiber also asked about the bidding process. Mr. Magana explained that Western Specialty was selected through a competitive bid process. Aspen Elevator was chosen based on its ongoing contract and cost-effectiveness, as competing bids from out-of-town firms were significantly higher. For the cooling tower, Lake Road Welding was the only qualified bidder, aside from one non-preferred lower-cost option. Mr. Barham asked whether the cooling tower steel was being replaced or repaired. Mr. Magana clarified that all of the structural steel would be replaced, while the wooden cooling towers themselves would continue to be rebuilt on a rotating basis by maintenance staff. He noted that new tower models are more expensive and less reliable, making the rebuild strategy preferable. Mr. Santellana asked whether elevator modernization costs were comparable to similar projects. Mr. Magana responded that the costs were in line with previous projects and offered to provide exact figures. Mr. Schreiber asked whether the total project estimate included study and design fees. WF4BSTC Minutes Page 3 of 4 8/7/2025 Mr. Magana confirmed that it did, but noted that previously incurred expenses, such as $2,500 per month in temporary shoring for a first-floor crack, were not included since they had already been paid. Mr. Barham asked if there were any further questions or comments from the board, then he opened the floor for any questions or comments from the public. None being made, Mr. Barham closed the public hearing at 3:19 p.m. 7. Executive Session. Mr. Barham adjourned the meeting into executive session at 3:19 p.m. pursuant to Texas Government Code sections 551.087, 551.071, and 551.072. He announced the meeting back into regular session at 3:40 p.m. The subjects posted in the Notice of Meeting were deliberated, and no votes or further action were taken on these items in executive session. 8. Consideration of a funding request by White Realty Management Company to assist with renovations at the City National Building at 807 8th Street downtown and the Oil & Gas Building at 813 8th Street downtown. Mr. Santellana moved to authorize funding to assist White Realty Management with the garage repairs and elevator repairs at the City National Building at 807 8th Street downtown and the Oil & Gas Building at 813 8th Street, such that 10% reimbursement will be given upon final inspection from the City of Wichita Falls in an amount not to exceed $104,100. Seconded by Mr. Schreiber, and no further comments or questions, the motion carried 7-0. 10. Executive Session. Mr. Barham adjourned the meeting back into executive session at 3:42 p.m. pursuant to Texas Government Code sections 551.087, 551.071, and 551.072. He announced the meeting back into regular session at 4:35 p.m. The subjects posted in the Notice of Meeting were deliberated, and no votes or further action were taken on these items in executive session. 11. Adjourn. No further discussions took place, nor actions taken. Mr. Barham adjourned the meeting at 4.35 p.m. Glenn Barham, President Wichita Falls 4B Sales Tax Corporation WF4BSTC Minutes Page 4 of 4 6/7/2025