INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD (IDB)
MEMBERS:
| William J. Biloski, Chair |
Term Expires: 12/31/2012 |
| Richard G. Chinn |
Term Expires: 12/31/2016 |
| Louise B. Dunlap |
Term Expires: 12/31/2014 |
| Chris Johnson |
Term Expires: 12/31/2016 |
| David L. Mason |
Term Expires: 12/31/2012 |
| Harold D. Osucha |
Term Expires: 12/31/2012 |
| Buzz Patrick |
Term Expires: 12/31/2016 |
| Harold E. Trapp, Secretary/Treasurer |
Term Expires: 12/31/2014 |
| David E. Wilson, Vice Chair |
Term Expires: 12/31/2014 |
Purpose:
The purpose of the Board is as prescribed by the Industrial Development Corporation Act of Tennessee as set forth in the State statute. These powers enable the Board to acquire, own, lease and dispose of properties to promote industry and to develop trade by attracting manufacturing, industrial and commercial enterprises to Oak Ridge. Bonds can be issued by the Board. Click here to view the IDB's Charter. On December 12, 1988, Council delegated to the Board the authority to sell certain City-owned industrial properties. On October 12, 2010, Oak Ridge City Council approved by Resolution 10-99-10 the 2010 PILOT Reauthorization, which allows the IDB to offer Payment In Lieu of Tax (PILOT) agreements for industrial and commercial projects within prescribed guidelines. Click here for the 2010 PILOT Reauthorization documents.
COMposition:
The Board is comprised of nine (9) members. Members are elected by Council for six-year staggered terms of office. Five (5) members constitute a quorum and the concurring vote of a majority of those members present at a meeting is required for board action.
Meetings:
The Board typically meets on the first Monday of each month.
Click here for Agendas, Minutes, Annual Reports, and the Current Incentive Roster. Click here for the Bylaws.
Goals for 2011-2012
- Conduct annual confirmations of corporations receiving abatements to ensure compliance with jobs creation and real investment terms.
- Provide an annual report to the City Council.
- Complete master plan and estimating of completion costs for Horizon Center.
- Coordinate agreement for support services with Oak Ridge Partnership.
- Develop a TIF policy with the City Manager’s Office.