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Recognized by the Texas Economic Development Council for Economic Excellence (pdf), the Department of Economic Development is responsible for economic development and the administration of the Hotel Occupancy Tax funds collected by the City. The Department's Business Retention & Expansion Strategic Plan (pdf) recently received a Project Planning Award from the Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association. Please review the Economic Development Mission and Goals as well as the Tourism Mission and Goals for details related to each function. A list of Frequently Asked Questions is available as well. Feel free to contact the Department staff should you have additional questions or needs.
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Greg Last - contact
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Director - bio
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817-748-8037
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Denise Artho
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Administrative Secretary
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817-748-8039
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Jill Lind |
Tourism Marketing Manager |
817-748-8652 |
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Economic Development Mission and Goals
To help create a diversified, vibrant and sustainable economy through attraction and support of businesses meeting the vision and standards desired by City leaders.
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Provide desirable services for residents of the City
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Develop and implement programs to retain and support existing businesses
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Develop and implement programs to attract desired businesses
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Develop and implement programs marketing the City
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Develop and maintain strategic data resources necessary to attract and support businesses and for utilization by City departments and the Chamber of Commerce.
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Encourage, develop and nurture an environment receptive to appropriate business development
Tourism Mission and Goals
To enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City businesses through the promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry in the City.
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Develop and promote a destination image for the City
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Support programs enriching experiences for residents and visitors
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Increase awareness and utilization of the hotel accommodations and meeting facilities in the City
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Develop and implement programs increasing the patronage of businesses in the City
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where do I register my business? |
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Business registration is done through the Tarrant County Clerk's Office. In addition,other state or county regulations may apply (see our New Business Guide (pdf)). From the City of Southlake, you will need a Certificate of Occupancy and Sign Permit. |
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I need a phone number to a Southlake business - where do I go? |
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Feel free to utilize our SouthlakeBusinesses.com portal for all of your Southlake business information needs. |
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Where do I get Southlake Town Square gift cards? |
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These can be obtained through the Southlake Town Square management office, located at 1256 Main St., Ste. #244 (above Mi Cocina restaurant) phone 817-329-5566. |
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I want to relocate my business to Southlake - what lease spaces are available? |
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The SouthlakeSites.com portal is the place to go. You can browse available spaces by use or customize your search to your specific company needs. |
City of Southlake Economic Development Department
1400 Main Street, Suite #300
Southlake, Texas 76092
Phone: 817-748-8039
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