BY MELISSA ENAJE, TOMER RONEN & AUBREY VOGEL
Fulshear creates small business grant program Fulshear businesses will have the opportunity to receive funds from a new grant program aimed at promoting economic development within the city. The details The $50,000 program, approved by council Dec. 16, invites businesses to apply for up to 50% reim- bursement, not to exceed $10,000, officials said. How it works Retail and commercial property project proposals should include quotes or estimates for: • Facade enhancements • New amenity construction and open space • Pedestrian-oriented improvements • New signs and signage updates • Parking lot repaving or open space conversion • Public art installations
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Program goals
Businesses within the city limits of Fulshear will be given priority, with desired outcomes including:
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Stimulating economic development
Attracting high-quality retail
County dedicates downtown building A historic 20-story downtown Houston building was renamed and dedicated to late U.S. Representative and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner on Dec. 17. The gist The Harris County Sylvester Turner Administration building houses Harris County’s Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity and will host the Harris County Attorney’s Office.
Developing dynamic activity centers
Encouraging and supporting aesthetic improvements
Encouraging walkability and connectivity
Strengthening community identity
SOURCE: CITY OF FULSHEAR/COMMUNITY IMPACT
• Right of way and infrastructure improvements • Landscaping and beautifications Business owners can email applications to ecodev@fulsheartexas.gov, with a $100 fee.
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