I attended the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport (RMMA) Plan Implementation Advisory Commission meeting last night at the Waller Creek Center. There were some good news and announcements that came out of the meeting.
Here is the recap:
Since Capmetro could not attend to give their update, so the first report came from Steven Harris, Project Manager for the University of Texas. As you probably know, they're putting a medical research facility at the old Robert Mueller Airport Redevelopment. They said they're working on final design for building. There will apparently be a second phase, which is an expansion to first building, but they currently do not have a timeline.
Matt Whelan, VP for the project on Catellus' side, reported on the overall development project.
- Six builders were selected and will be announced January.
- Residential construction is on schedule and will probably start this summer for move-in dates around this time in 2007. Sections 4 & 5 will be completed first, which includes condo units.
- A press release will go out to inform the public that they are working on stabilizing the roof for film studios. They didn't want us thinking it's being torn down. They need to fix the Bow Trussed Hanger.
- The Northwest park will open in February.
- Commercial lease space is still available. There will be 30 small business opportunities.
I asked for more clarification on the small business opportunities, so the advisory commission would like to make sure this is clear in the implementation of the plan. Matt Whelan offered his direct assistance in making sure the needs of the small, women, and minority communities are met. Texas House Representative Dawnna Dukes is also a good contact.
One final note, the advisory commission received 10 applications for their two vacancies. Board members are nominated by consensus from city council.
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