Title
Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-080 approving an Economic Development Incentive Agreement pursuant to the Commercial Facade Grant Program for 4610 and 4612 McEwen Road; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Economic Development and Tourism Department
BACKGROUND:
In 2012, a Commercial Facade Revitalization Program (Program) was developed and funded to encourage property owners to enhance the publicly viewed areas of their buildings. The Program is set up as a single payment reimbursement to property owners per building/business. Facade grants are available with a minimum project value of $2,000 and a maximum reimbursement of $50,000 per grant unless otherwise approved by the City Council.
DISCUSSION:
Joshua Stringer, the owner of H2O Supply/Winsupply N Dallas, has applied for the Commercial Facade Revitalization Grant for the property located at 4610 and 4612 McEwen Road. The proposed improvements include installing a masonry wall required by zoning code for outside storage, two exterior ramps, and signage on the exterior of the building. The total facade-only portion of the project is expected to cost approximately $143,019.42. The adjusted grant request for this project is $20,000.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted Financial Impact $20,000 from Economic Development Agreement funding account
DISTRICT:
District 4
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-080 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-080 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2025-080
2. Economic Development Agreement
3. Façade Application
4. Presentation