The Helotes Economic Development Corporation (HEDC or Helotes EDC) is governed by an innovative and visionary group of business executives, industry professionals, and community leaders who serve on its Board of Directors. In addition to bringing expertise and guidance to the Corporation, the Board is charged with guiding economic development in Helotes, through assistance with economic development strategies, project evaluation and adjudication, and partnership advancement with entities that directly or indirectly enhance economic prosperity in the City of Helotes.
The Board of Directors consists of seven members. Upon recommendation by the Mayor, each Director is appointed to the Board for a two-year term by the Helotes City Council.
The Board of Directors meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Helotes City Hall, and for special meetings throughout the year, as needed. Meetings are 1-2 hours in duration. Some outside reading and studying to prepare for meetings are required. New Directors will be expected to participate in training in the Texas Open Meetings Act, Public Information Act, and Ethics.
No Director may miss more than three regularly scheduled meetings in a fiscal year. Failure to maintain this attendance record can result in removal from the Board. Special consideration will be given for absences due to illnesses and family emergencies.
Directors must be a registered voter in and a resident of Bexar County, Texas. Additionally, at least five (5) Directors must be residents of the City of Helotes or current business owners within the City of Helotes.
Ideal candidates for the HEDC Board of Directors offer a solid mix of experience and passion for enhancing economic prosperity and building a thriving business environment in Helotes including:
Scott Hardwick
HEDC Executive Director
Email: shardwick@helotes-tx.gov
President – Blaine Lopez
Place Four
Email: blopez@helotes-tx.gov
Vice President – Jeff Felty
Place Five
Email: jfelty@helotes-tx.gov
Secretary – Joel Lutz
Place Seven
Email: jlutz@helotes-tx.gov
Jen Sones
Place One
Email: jsones@helotes-tx.gov
Austin Lane
Place Two
Email: alane@helotes-tx.gov
Gregory Hayden
Place Six
Email: ghayden@helotes-tx.gov
Sabrina McGowan
Place Three
Email: smcgowan@helotes-tx.gov
Henry Hayes, City Administrator
Ex-Officio
Email: hhayes@helotes-tx.gov