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By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactFort Bend County commissioners approved a nearly $6.59 million contract for the Huggins Drive mobility project at a Nov. 12 meeting.Zooming inThe project, led by R Construction Civil LLC, will add a center lane to Huggins Drive and will widen and extend the road from...
Celebrating Manufacturing Month in Katy, Texas: Building Tomorrow's Skilled Workforce Today
Nov 4 2024The Importance of Manufacturing Month for Economic GrowthEvery October, Manufacturing Month highlights the vital role manufacturing plays in the U.S. economy and its impact on communities like Katy, Texas. Manufacturers nationwide are responsible for producing everything from machinery and vehicles to healthcare devices, contributing trillions to the economy and supporting...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactAn additional lane is coming to Pederson Road in 2025.The gistAt an Oct. 28 meeting, Katy City Council approved a nearly $3.3 million contract with Conrad Construction Co. for the Pederson Road Reconstruction Project.The project will be funded via Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County...
By: Carson Weaver - Community ImpactAs Katy continues to grow, three area developers said they are focusing on Waller County for their next single-family residential projects, which will bring almost 4,000 homes to the area.At a Katy Area Economic Development Council meeting Oct. 22, the developers discussed their respective projects...
Katy Area EDC becomes Registered Apprenticeship Program sponsor, offers unique opportunities for businesses
Oct 27 2024Katy Area Economic Development Council is excited to announce it is now a Registered Apprenticeship Program sponsor. The newly created program is the first of its kind offered by an economic development council in the United States.Developed in collaboration with the Texas Workforce Commission Office of Apprenticeship and the Texas...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactFulshear officials and community members gathered Oct. 8 to celebrate the groundbreaking for Harris Street reconstruction, the city’s first road construction project, City Manager Zach Goodlander said.The overviewThe $3.75 million project aims to renovate Harris Street from FM 1093 to Fifth Street, adding more walkable...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactRoadway projects are set to begin near Huggins Elementary School in 2025.The gistHuggins Road will gain a center lane with the commencement of a $6.5 million project to widen and extend the road from Fulshear Katy Road to FM 359, said Mark Dessens, program manager...
By: Asia Armour - Community ImpactKaty Mills, a local Simon brand mall celebrating its 25th anniversary throughout October, has two new tenants and plans to open four more by 2026, a representative said.See which retailers and restaurants are expanding the shopping options at Katy Mills mall.1. Koze ShakeThe dessert business...
Tim Sojka, Co-Founder and CEO of See Tim Sell Property Group, is involved in various real estate activities. He works as a residential listing agent and handles commercial properties; he is hailed as a real estate visionary in his community. In addition to his impressive credentials, Tim is an Associate...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactKaty’s fiscal year 2024-25 budget emphasizes public safety, drainage and parks.In a nutshellThe budget, approved at a Sept. 23 City Council meeting, includes $73.13 million in expenses for FY 2024-25, a nearly $3.81 million decrease from FY 2023-24.Additionally, council decreased its tax rate to $0.425000...
By: Kelly Schafler - Community ImpactA commercial development is coming to the Fulshear Lakes master-planned community.Fulshear Lakes Ltd. sold 24.87 acres to XAG Group, a Richmond-based commercial real estate developer, for a new mixed-use development. Located on the corner of Fulshear School Road and FM 1093, the development is estimated...
By: Carson Weaver - Community ImpactElyson Town Center, a mixed-use development by Realty 1 Partners, is coming to the Elyson neighborhood in Katy.The detailsConstruction on the 11-building development began this summer at the corner of the Grand Parkway and FM 529, and the first stores will open in late spring...
Bu: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactA highly requested citywide trail system could take residents from northern Katy to downtown as early as 2026, officials said.In a nutshellKaty’s first citywide trail system would begin at the future Leyendecker Landing park and continue south to downtown, City Engineer David Kasper said at...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactA project to improve drainage along Katy’s Third Street will wrap up in 2025.The gistAt a Sept. 9 meeting, Katy City Council approved a $2.9 million agreement with AR Turnkee Construction Company, Inc. for Third Street drainage improvements between Airline Drive and Katyland Drive.The project...
The Power of a Talented Labor PoolAs September ushers in Workforce Development Month, the Katy Area Economic Development Council highlights the region’s strengths in cultivating a skilled workforce that drives economic growth. The Greater Katy Area boasts a robust and growing labor pool, drawing from over 3 million people within...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactRevitalization of Fulshear’s downtown area continues with the Harris Street improvement project.The gistAt an Aug. 20 meeting, Fulshear City Council approved a $3.75 million contract with DG Medina Construction, LLC for Harris Street improvements from FM 1093 to Fifth Street to make downtown more walkable...
By: Hannah Norton - Community ImpactOver the next 10 years, Texas will invest nearly $148 billion in transportation projects aimed at improving safety, reducing congestion and strengthening connectivity across the state.The overviewThe Texas Department of Transportation’s 10-year plan, known as the Unified Transportation Program, is updated annually. The Texas Transportation...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactKaty will see nearly $1 million in parking lot improvements.What residents need to knowAt an Aug. 12 meeting, Katy City Council approved two design and construction contracts with ARKK Engineers LLC for parking lot improvements at the Municipal Court as well as the intersection of...
Katy Area Economic Development Council proudly announced Dan Boggio and Dr. Leonard Merrell as the winners of this year’s Stan Stanley Awards at its August 20 General Assembly meeting.Both men have been pillars of the Katy area, contributing immensely to the success and growth of the community over the years...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactCommunity art continues to expand in Katy, with murals around the water tower in Historic Town Square set to be revealed in late August.What's happening?Four murals by artist Tyler Kay of Tyler Kay Designs LLC are being finalized ahead of an Aug. 24 official ribbon-cutting...
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National Non-Profit Day, observed on August 17th, recognizes nonprofit organizations' profound impact on communities nationwide. In Katy, Texas, nonprofits are crucial in addressing various community needs, from disaster relief and homelessness support to educational resources and medical assistance. Angie Thomason, President & CEO of Katy Area Economic Development Council, says,...
By: Aubrey Vogel - Community ImpactDallas-based Wilbow Corp. is expanding its sights to Houston with its first development in north Katy.The gistBergamo, a 71.5-acre master-planned community, will bring 259 single-family homes to Stockdick School Road, the Wilbow Corp. announced in a July 23 news release. The developer broke ground on...
By: Hannah Norton - Community ImpactThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking public input on its $104.2 billion plan to fund transportation projects across the state for the next 10 years.The plan, called the Unified Transportation Program, is updated annually. TxDOT works with elected officials, local planning organizations and residents...
Big City Wings, Pure Barre among tenants opening in Jordan Ranch commercial developments
Jul 23 2024By: Kelly Schafler - Community ImpactA handful of new retailers and eateries are headed to the Jordan Ranch master-planned community in the Katy area.Shops at Jordan Ranch and the Shops at Jordan Crossing are two new shopping centers in varying stages of development that are coming to the intersection of...
