Rio Grande City EDC Meeting: Major Development Projects & Small Business Grants

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Citizen Alert: The EDC is initiating four major economic development projects (Border Town Supermarket #18, Studio Suites, Soberon Group, and Legacy Plaza). This action triggers a mandatory 60-day public petition period for residents to provide input or challenge the projects.
  • Presentation of Small Business Boost Grants for Starr Music Academy, Jessie's Catering, Itzae Boutique, and Five Star Burgers.
  • Discussion and possible action on a Main Street Façade Grant for Olivarez, LLC at 108 N. Washington Street.
  • Approval of intent to undertake economic development projects for Border Town Supermarket #18, including publication of public notice and initiation of a 60-day petition period.
  • Approval of intent to undertake economic development projects for Studio Suites, including publication of public notice and initiation of a 60-day petition period.
  • Approval of intent to undertake economic development projects for Soberon Group, including publication of public notice and initiation of a 60-day petition period.
  • Approval of intent to undertake economic development projects for Legacy Plaza, including publication of public notice and initiation of a 60-day petition period.
  • MOU with UTRGV Small Business Development Center to promote business training and advising services.
  • Business Recruitment and Development Service Agreement with the Starr County Industrial Foundation.
  • Executive Session regarding economic development negotiations for 'Business Prospect 2025-07' and potential real estate transactions.