Approve Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) in an amount not to exceed $8,843.10.
Submitted For:
Kristin Edwards, Economic Development
Submitted By:
Kristin Edwards, Economic Development
Department:
Economic Development
ACTION REQUEST (Brief Summary)
Approve Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) for an amount not to exceed $8,843.10.
BACKGROUND
In October 2023, the Texas City Economic Development Corporation established the Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) to assist local businesses with a range of improvements.
Staff have received a completed application for the BIG Grant from Barbie Tucker, property owner for Gus' Restaurant, which is located at 3503 Palmer Highway. The applicant is requesting assistance with signage, plumbing repairs and carpet installation. Total costs are estimated at $2,814.50 for signage (exterior improvements). Total costs are estimated at $6,028.60 for plumbing repairs and carpet installation (interior improvements).
Funds are available in the City of Texas City's FY2023-24 annual budget from the Texas City Economic Development Corporation, Fund 801.
ANALYSIS
Approve a Business Improvement Grant (BIG Grant) for Gus' Restaurant for an amount not to exceed $8,843.10.