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EDC budget: debt-free with a surplus

The EDC is now debt-free, flipped a $5.6 million deficit into a surplus, and is boosting its parks contribution toward $150,000 a year. Sales tax is projected up 7.7%.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 15, 2026

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Airport runway and taxiway extension

The city approved an $8.64 million design contract to extend the runway to 7,000 feet and widen it to 100 feet, using about $26 million in state-appropriated funds. Construction costs (~$50 million total) will need future funding.

4 mentionsLast discussed Sep 1, 2026

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Project Hollywood Reaper Incentives

In closed session, the Commission approved a financial offer or incentives for an economic development prospect code-named Project Hollywood Reaper — details remain confidential under Texas law.

2 mentionsLast discussed Aug 4, 2026