Big news for Rowlett! Lincoln Tech is setting up shop with a new campus, meaning more chances for folks to get job training and boost their skills. This could be a game-changer for local careers.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 4 the 90 before that.
Potential for increased local economic activity and tax revenue.
Small business owners and employees, and the local economy through increased spending and job creation.
Potential impacts on surrounding properties due to the nature of the UAS hub operations and requested waivers.
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The city is pushing to make downtown a destination with a new pavilion, better signs, and more parking.
Rowlett has an opportunity to use remaining DART grant funds for downtown improvements, with a flexible pavilion being considered as a potential project to enhance community use of public spaces.
A proposal to allow an expanded drone hub at 5408 Kenwood Drive is under review. The applicant wants to add more drone towers and is seeking waivers for paving and landscaping requirements, citing operational needs.
Candidates proposed specific actions to support Rowlett's small businesses, focusing on partnerships, streamlined processes, and promoting local commerce.
There's a discussion about the need for additional staff in the Economic Development department, with a council member suggesting a third position to enhance the city's proactive economic outreach.
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