Knowledge Center
Use this page as your resource library to directly connect with economic development in Texas and our region. Access useful information such as newsletters, links to organizational websites and marketing materials, maps, videos, area studies and more!
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ProcessA basic overview of the steps involved in the identification, due diligence, evaluation, acquisition and development of real estate.
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As one of the largest and most progressive distribution cooperatives in Texas, the Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) delivers reliable electricity to over 85,000 consumers and state-of-the-art Fiber internet technology to nearly 13,000 customers daily. Centrally located between Austin, San Antonio and Houston, commercial and industrial businesses make up over a quarter of GVEC’s total electric load. With experience in a diverse mix of industries,...
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Watch GVEC's Annual Meeting video that debuted at the June 2019 membership meeting, highlighting accomplishments through 2018.
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Come along a take a tour of the Official Best Historic Small Town in Texas founded in 1838. Seguin Main Street guides us through the new exicting things developing in this historic place.
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Impact Data Source takes a look at the basics and value of a cost benefit/impact analysis when working a project. Broken down in easy to understand basics. See the presentation here!
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80 pages and over 700 economic development terms recently updated by author Greg Last. This summary serves as an educational tool and has been used for training and reference throughout the U.S.
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This brief white paper gives a "beginners" look at the economic sales tax in Texas. What is the ED sales tax, how can it be used, changes to the law, what is a primary job, etc. are highlighted in this primer compiled by the Texas Economic Development Council. http://www.texasedc.org
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Welcome to Cibolo, Texas! Watch how this Texas community, located just north of San Antonio, has grown from 3,000 to 28,000 since 2000.
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Grassroots economic development is a bottoms-up strategy that emphasises helping the vast majority of companies that have 5 employees or less. 1 This ebook breaks down the underlying economic trends that necessitates a grassroots strategy for cities competing for relevance in the 21st century, what a grass-roots strategy looks like, and how any city could implement it.
Published by Hatch
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Watch and see what this vibrant rural community in South Central Texas has to offer.
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Welcome to Cibolo includes maps, data and information on the City of Cibolo, Texas located just outside San Antonio. Cibolo is a vibrant and rapidly growing community located along the Interstate 35 and 10 corridors just outside of San Antonio, Texas.
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Team Texas is a dynamic statewide economic development marketing association promoting job creation and capital investment in over 100 exciting Texas cities! Team Texas has promoted its member cities and organizations for more than 25 years! Team Texas is a non-profit membership association which serves as an outreach program of the Texas Economic Development Council.
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View interconnections on this unique tollroad running from Seguin to Georgetown, Texas. This road is tagged as the fastest highway in the USA with speed limits up to 85 miles an hour on some sections. An excellent alternative to Interstate 35 through Austin.
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Watch GVEC's Annual Meeting video that debuted at the June 26, 2015 membership meeting highlighted accomplishments through 2014.
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Map overview of DeWitt Industrial Park located in City of Cuero/DeWitt County, Texas. View current business owners and available sites.
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Texas Economic Development Council is the State-Wide membership organization for Economic Development Professionals in Texas. 900 members strong including local and state ED professionals.
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Fast facts about what the Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative brings to the Guadalupe Valley Region and what we can offer your business.
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As the 10th largest economy in the world, Texas is at the top of nearly every "best states to do business list" and maintains its position as the nation's #1 job creator. The official site for TXEDC & Office of the Governor.
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This study commissioned by the Seguin Economic Development Corporation in 2010 notes that Guadalupe County has an estimated 125 manufacturing establishments employing nearly 6,000 workers.
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Texas is Wide Open for Business! The Governor's Office of Economic Development has put out this easy to view summary of all State incentives available for new and expanding businesses. Learn More!
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