To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Mary Culver, Director of Economic Development
Subject:
Title
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 Janae Samuel of Golden Haus, owner of the property located at 126 Taylor Street, Keller, TX 76248 for a City of Keller Façade Improvement Grant.
Action Requested:
Consider a resolution approving a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement, for a City of Keller Façade grant, in the amount of $10,000.
Background:
Janae Samuel, owner of Golden Haus is requesting a $10,000 façade improvement grant for improvements to the property located at 126 Taylor Street. The total estimated cost of all grant eligible façade improvements is $70,800.
Eligible improvements include: enclosing the porch and reorienting the main entrance; replacing the existing ramp with concrete and new railing and also reorienting to match the new entrance; repair damaged siding and install matching siding on extension; exterior paint and signage.
Financial Impact:
FY24 Available Budget:
- Development Grant Budget - $35,000 of $35,000
- Economic Development Incentive Budget - $225,000 of pro renata funds
The total requests being considered on this agenda is $38,930.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
The Keller Economic Development Board voted 7-0 recommending approval as the request was presented with no additional conditions.
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
Council Action:
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.