Economic Development Corporation Board

The Universal City Economic Development Corporation (UCEDC) is an economic development corporation specifically governed by the Texas Development Corporation Act of 1979. The purpose of the UCEDC is to promote, assist, and enhance economic development in the City of Universal City. These goals are achieved through a variety of projects and program such as the Pat Booker Road Enhancement Program, the Northlake Business Park, storefront improvement projects, utility projects, and other projects and programs that effect business development and expansion.

The business and affairs of the UCEDC and all corporate powers are exercised by or under authority of a Board of Directors. All Directors must be residents of the City of Universal City. The Board of Directors is appointed by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Universal City. The City Council considers an individual’s experience, accomplishments, and education in appointing members to the Board to ensure that the interests and concerns of all segments of the community are considered. The City Manager of Universal City is a non-voting ex-officio of the Board of Directors, and attends all meetings of the Board to provide assistance and support to the Board.

The Board of Directors of the UCEDC develops the overall economic development plan for the City which includes an annual budget and intermittent and/or short term goals that the Board deems necessary to accomplish compliance with its overall economic development plan. Such plans must be approved by the City Council of the City of Universal City.

The UCEDC Board of Director meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Click here to review current UCEDC agenda and previous meeting minutes.