New $223M wind project could add up to 62 turbines across Hidalgo and Starr counties
The project is expected to create up to 150 construction jobs, two permanent jobs, and expand renewable energy production in... Read more »
Economic incentives
New Brownsville grant program offers small businesses up to $30K for exterior upgrades
The new initiative builds on Brownsville’s downtown revitalization strategy by extending façade improvement funding to businesses citywide.... Read more »
Starbase hires first economic development director, advances SpaceX bond proposal
The new city’s economic development corporation hired Max Levin as its first director and approved a bond-related incentive request tied... Read more »
Cameron County delays vote on Saronic shipyard tax break deal — again. Here’s why
Commissioners sought more answers on a proposed incentive package tied to a $3.2 billion project that could bring 10,000 jobs... Read more »
Inside Cameron County’s big economic pitch to snag 10,000 shipyard jobs
County leaders are expected to approve a tax incentive package tied to Saronic Technologies’ proposed $3.2 billion shipyard.... Read more »
Mission EDC offers up to $25K for downtown business improvements
Funding supports façade work, repairs, signage, and other projects to strengthen Mission’s historic business district.... Read more »
Starbase is launching its own EDC. But doesn’t collect sales tax — yet
A SpaceX-linked board is already in place as city leaders test a new model for growth — with key questions... Read more »
Brownsville’s $3.2B shipyard is in jeopardy as Saronic meets with California leaders
New reporting shows the company met with economic development leaders in California as South Texas officials continue to negotiate incentives... Read more »
Mission extends special tax district to unlock $17M in infrastructure bonds
Officials say the move is key to managing debt timelines as the city advances infrastructure projects with limited funds.... Read more »
Edinburg backs small businesses with $400K in upgrade grants
Grants of up to $10,000 will fund façade, signage, and property improvements to boost visibility and customer traffic across commercial... Read more »
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