Keller - Roanoke - Northeast Fort Worth | February 2025

BY JACOB VAUGHN

How we got here

What’s next?

Keller, Roanoke sales tax revenue

Keller

Keller’s Economic Development Director Mary Culver noted that during the pandemic there was an outpouring of support for local businesses. However, that diminished some over time. “If that momentum is not maintained, that’s where you’re going to see some of those busi- nesses that have been holding on for the past few years say, ‘OK, we’re done now,’” Culver said. With streamlined processes and advertisements, officials in Keller and Roanoke are doing what they can to help businesses get their start and maintain success, they said. Businesses can also gain longevity by connect- ing to the communities they serve, Culver said. “Keller residents have a sense of pride in our local business community,” she said. “They understand the importance of keeping that money that they spend local whenever they can.” Cities see a return on investment though a boost in sales tax revenue when they help local busi- nesses, as well.

Culver said this year she and her staff want to focus more on promoting Keller’s restaurant community. Langi said Roanoke will continue to help support local businesses. The Facade Grant Program was created so business owners can receive up to $15,000 for exterior improvements like signage and landscaping. “As [businesses] try to be more dynamic, that’s a good example for us as a city to try to be a little more dynamic,” Langi said.

$16.03M

2020

+17.78% percent change

$17.57M

2021

$18.73M

2022

$18.88M

2023

$0

$5M

$10M

$15M

$20M

Roanoke

$18.08M

2020

+38.77% percent change

Roanoke Facade Grant Program 29 grants were given out between 2019-2024 about $210K* in facade updates were granted

$20.82M

2021

$24.49M

2022

$25.09M

2023

*GRANTS CAN'T EXCEED $15,000

$0

$10M

$20M

$30M

SOURCE: CITIES OF ROANOKE, KELLER/COMMUNITY IMPACT

SOURCE: CITY OF ROANOKE/COMMUNITY IMPACT

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