FY 2027 Economic Development Budget
Summary
Cleburne is going through a massive growth spurt thanks to the Barnett Shale gas boom, which is totally flipping the town's vibe and economy. It’s a classic case of a small town struggling to manage rapid expansion while trying to keep its identity intact.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The budget determines the total amount of sales tax revenue available for local economic development projects.
Local businesses and residents who benefit from economic growth and city improvements.
Long-time residents are feeling the squeeze as the cost of living jumps and the town’s quiet, small-town character starts to disappear.
Mentions & discussions (16)
City funds increase downtown opportunities
<p>Council members on Aug. 25 approved a request by Cleburne residents June and Bradley Bates to enter into a Chapter 380 economic development agreement calling for a city contribution of no more than $90,000 toward a project estimated at about $180,000.</p>
City funds increase downtown opportunities
City funds increase downtown opportunities Cleburne Times-Review
Tax abatement request on commissioner's agenda
<p>The Johnson County Commissioners Court will consider a tax abatement request from Locke Solutions during their Monday meeting. Commissioners meet at 9 a.m. in Room 201 of the Johnson County Courthouse, 2 N. Main St. in Cleburne.</p>
4B Economic Development Corporation - Aug 13, 2026
The board is deciding how to spend sales tax money for the next year. This budget determines what economic projects or incentives the city will prioritize.
Are data centers an economic boon for Texas? We break it down
Texas lawmakers dove into data center economics during a Monday finance committee hearing, where senators weighed the costs and benefits of the rapidly growing industry.“I personally think that the data...
City Council - Sep 23, 2025
The city is looking at expanding its tax increment zone to help fund infrastructure and attract new industrial businesses over the next 30 years.
City Council - Jun 24, 2025
The city is using advanced data, like mobile phone tracking and retail leakage reports, to figure out which stores and restaurants are missing in Cleburne and how to get them here.
Cleburne: Amazon Begins Work on New Facility
Cleburne: Amazon Begins Work on New Facility Virtual Builders Exchange
Amazon Building Facility in Cleburne
Amazon Building Facility in Cleburne Fort Worth Inc.
New Amazon Operations Facility Announced in Cleburne
New Amazon Operations Facility Announced in Cleburne The Business Press
$200M Amazon facility slated for small city near Fort Worth
$200M Amazon facility slated for small city near Fort Worth The Business Journals
Cleburne Railroaders Set to Debut
Cleburne Railroaders Set to Debut Ballpark Digest
Texas town sells historic downtown building for $100
Texas town sells historic downtown building for $100 cnhinews.com
Cleburne sees treasure in toll road, plans development
Cleburne sees treasure in toll road, plans development The Business Press
Mexico-Based Food Company Opening Plant In Cleburne
Mexico-Based Food Company Opening Plant In Cleburne CBS News
Boom Town
Boom Town The Texas Observer
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