January 23, 2003

Galveston Central Appraisal District

The Galveston Central Appraisal District Board of Directors reelected Gary Jones as its chair and John Ford as vice chair; and reappointed J.B. Evans, Jr. to the GCAD Agricultural Advisory Board.

"The Federal District requires that we have an Agricultural Advisory Board," explained Chief Appraiser Ken Wright.  "In Galveston's case, it's inactive because we're not an agricultural community; but we're required to have one."  

Denise Diettrich was reappointed taxpayer liaison officer.  

"She's done a great job," commended Wright.  

"Thank you so much - I truly enjoy doing this job," Diettrich responded.

The GCAD tabled the evaluation of the chief appraiser. 

Investment Officer Bertha Curry reported to the board that there are pledged securities in the amount of $4.7 million.  "That means our funds are very secure."

No action was taken following an hour-long executive session in which more than 10 valuation cases were discussed.

All other agenda items were approved.  John Ford attended the executive session, but not the open meeting.