Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office
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As a vital component of the city's economic development program, the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office was created to manage the city's economic development policies and to promote and facilitate sustainable growth in the Desired Development Zone, in partnership with the community, project developers and the City of Austin organization. The goal is to enhance livability and economic viability in a manner that preserves the character of Austin and its environment.
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NEWS
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July 23, 2010 Austin is top U.S. creative center Entrepreneur.com praises our creativity, commerce and emerging tech culture.
June 30, 2010 Austin Public Art nationally recognized Americans for the Arts selected two Austin Art in Public Places projects for its 2010 Public Art in Review.
May 26, 2010 Kiplinger’s names Austin ‘Best City for the Next Decade’ Kiplinger reports "Austin has spawned many companies with unique twists that have gone nationwide. The city’s 200 live music venues, lakes, parks, and funky businesses all contribute to its eclectic vibe."
February 25, 2010 Facebook - Fourth high profile company to target Austin The social networking service, Facebook, to establish a 200-person Austin-based sales and operations facility.
January 29, 2010 LegalZoom Economic Development Agreement The relocation has the potential of creating up to 600 jobs in Austin.
January 25, 2010 Austin is Tops for Small Business The City of Austin has been ranked as the #1 place in the U.S. to open a small business by Portfolio.com
January 12, 2010 Hangar Orthopedic Group Economic Development Agreement The relocation has the potential of creating up to 250 jobs in Austin.
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Key Services
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- Provide assistance to the City Manager and City Council to development and implement the City's economic development policies and programs, including the Emerging Technology Program and Small Business Development Program.
- Provide project management and implementation services to project owners and stakeholders in order to successfully complete projects on time.
- Engage with primary employers and key project developers in order to encourage location and/or expansion in the Desired Development Zone.
- Provide information to and coordinate projects and studies
for the community that encourages a mixed-use downtown:
- Nurture, preserve and promote Austin's arts and creative industries in order to strengthen and sustain Austin's dynamic cultural vitality:
- Provide development opportunities and resources to small businesses so that they may become self-sustaining in a competitive business environment.
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Projects
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City Projects
Joint Public/Private Projects
Private Developments
Special Reports
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Contact Information
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Location
City Hall
301 West 2nd Street, Suite 2030
Austin, Texas 78701
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Mailing Address
Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office
P.O. Box 1088
Austin, TX 78767
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Main Telephone
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FAX
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Program Contacts
- Director: Kevin Johns, 512-974-7802 (Please direct inquiries to Olivia Parker, 512-974-7857)
- Deputy Director: Rodney Gonzales, 512-974-2313 (Please direct inquiries to Olivia Parker, 512-974-7857)
- Assistant Director: Rosy Jalifi, 512-974-7739
- Economic Development: Brian Gildea, 512-974-6381
- Redevelopment, Green Water Treatment Plant, City Hall and 2nd Street District:
Fred Evins, 512-974-7131
- Downtown Redevelopment: Michael Knox, 512-974-6415
- Mueller Redevelopment: Pam Hefner, 512-974-3511
- Seaholm District Redevelopment: Greg Kiloh, 512-974-7836
- Small Business Development Program: Vicky Valdez, 512-974-7620
- Cultural Arts Division, Cultural Funding Programs and Film:
Vincent Kitch,
512-974-9310
- Art in Public Places: Megan Crigger, 512-974-9312
- Cultural Plan / Civic Art: Janet Seibert, 512-974-7860
- Live From The Plaza and Music programs: Don Pitts, 512-974-7821
- Music and Technology Industries Development: Jim Butler, 512-974-6318
- Emerging Technology Industries Development: Eve Richter, 512-974-1357
- International Program: Ben Ramirez, 512-236-2425
- Media inquiries and general information: Melissa Alvarado, 512-974-7870
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