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City Council Regular Meeting

Meeting Date:

12/01/2020

BACKGROUND

The owners of the properties at 539 and 820 Main Street are applying for Local Flavor Grants. Attached are photos of both structures.

The owner of 539 Main is proposing to redo the landscaping on the property as he seeks a tenant for the building. The estimated project cost is $8,500 as such the 50% grant amount is up to $4,250. The maximum grant mount for a site improvement grant is up to $20,000. The owner of the property at 820 Main is proposing to redo the façade of the building. He plans to remove the existing metal awning, brick the entire front façade and install clear garage doors to match the façade of 816 Main. The estimated project cost is $18,000 as such the 50% grant match is up to $9,000. The maximum grant mount for façade improvements is $20,000.

GOAL

Promote and enhance commercial activity along Main Street to promote the economic, cultural and general welfare of the public. The area around Main Street in Schertz once served as the commercial and social hub of the community. The City seeks to improve the image of the area around Main Street through the inducement of public money to promote local economic development and stimulate business and commercial activities in the City.

COMMUNITY BENEFIT

Encourage the attraction of small businesses that will create local charm and help develop a sense of place in and around Main Street. Promote commercial development. Stabilize and improve property values. Foster civic pride. Strengthen the economy of the City by protecting and enhancing the attractiveness of the Main Street area to residents and visitors, as well as provide support of local businesses.

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Staff recommends approval of Resolution 20-R-139 approving Schertz Main Street Local Flavor Economic Development Grants for up to $4,250 for 539 Main and up to $9,000 for 820 Main.

FISCAL IMPACT

Up to $13,250 for these grants.

RECOMMENDATION

Approve Resolution No 20-R-139

Attachments
20-R-139
agreement 539 Main
agreement 820 Main
Photos 539 and 820 Main