To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Melanie Boykins, Economic Development Specialist
Subject:
Consider a resolution approving a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement, pursuant to Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code, and pursuant to the City’s Economic Development Policy, with Ashley Hernandez of The Hive & Holding Co. LLC, authorized representative of the property located at 128 Bates Street, Keller, TX 76248 for a City of Keller Façade Improvement Grant. Body
Action Requested:
Consider a resolution approving a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement, for a City of Keller Façade Improvement Grant, in the amount of $10,000.
Background:
Ashley Hernandez and Jamie Hurley of The Hive & Holding Co. LLC, owners of property located at 128 Bates Street, is requesting a $10,000 Façade Improvement Grant for façade renovation. The estimated cost of the building’s exterior improvements is $23,820.
Improvements include the removal of rotten wood, replacement of siding, sheathing, windows, and trim with hardie siding and trim or equivalent. The Applicant also plans to expand the porch and add railing. Other improvements include painting, replacement of awnings and front door, addition of up lighting, and landscaping, along with installation of a walkway in front of the property to tie into 136 Bates property.
Financial Impact:
FY 26-27 Budget
- $35,000 Development Grant Budget
- $225,000 Pro Renata Budget for Incentives
The remaining program budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 is $35,000. If approved, the remaining budget would be $25,000.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
On August 17, 2026, the Keller Economic Development Board voted unanimously to table the item until the September 14, 2026, Keller Economic Development Board meeting.
Considerations for awards include the availability of grant funds, project compliance to Façade Improvement Grant Program Policy, anticipated economic impact, anticipated increase in taxable value of the subject property, overall improvement to the subject site including the degree of visual improvement the storefront and streetscape, design and quality of the proposed work and compatibility within the district, overall project cost, and utilization of a local Keller business to complete improvements.
Legal Review:
The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed the proposed Chapter 380 Agreement.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial