H-E-B is dropping $21 million on a brand-new store in Converse, which is a huge win for local convenience and job growth. You’ll have a shorter commute for your grocery hauls and the city gets a nice boost in tax revenue.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
The strategy aims to increase the local tax base by attracting higher-wage employers.
Converse residents seeking higher-paying employment closer to home.
No groups negatively affected
The board is focusing on long-term growth by updating its corporate plan and budget. These moves help ensure the city has the resources to attract new jobs and support local businesses.
The city is making it cheaper for non-profits to get building permits, which should help them expand their services in Converse.
The board is looking for new ways to keep local spending within Converse and attract businesses that provide jobs and entertainment.
The EDC is looking for a new real estate firm to help market and sell city properties after deciding their current contract wasn't meeting expectations.
The EDC is finalizing a five-year plan to bring better jobs to Converse and improve local quality of life. The goal is to keep more residents working within the city rather than commuting elsewhere.
The city is exploring ways to build an entertainment district to boost the local economy and provide more dining and event options.
The city is working to attract higher-paying jobs to help residents afford the cost of living and keep them from commuting out of town.
The EDC is launching a new, data-driven program to help local businesses grow and stay in Converse.
The city is looking to create a new district for shopping, dining, and music to keep residents from having to travel elsewhere for entertainment.
The city is exploring a new district to bring more shops, food, and entertainment to Converse. It's designed to be a local gathering spot that also draws visitors from outside the city.
H-E-B plans new $21 million grocery store in Converse, state agency says KSAT
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