BEEDC: Applicants Sought
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Bruceville-Eddy
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Mon, Sep 29 @ 4:47pm
Description
The City of Bruceville-Eddy City Council is now accepting applications for service on the Bruceville-Eddy Economic Development Corporation (BEEDC). Seat #1 on the Board of Directors becomes vacant as of 10/1/2025. The term is for two years and will expire on 9/30/2027.
Purpose
The purpose of the BEEDC is to supplement and support the Council’s vision of creating a community committed to promoting cultural, social, economic, and recreational opportunities while maintaining our small town, rural flavor. This is done through the establishment of a ‘program’ that focuses on assisting local business activity through the creation/retention of jobs.
Governance
The Bruceville-Eddy Economic Development Corporation is governed by the rules and regulations pertaining to a Type B EDC as outlined in the Texas Local Government Code. Directors are appointed by City Council for a term of two years.
Who is eligible to serve?
For cities with fewer than 20,000 residents, directors must be residents of the county where the majority of the city is located or reside within 10 miles of the city and in a county that borders the county where a majority of the city is located.
Time Commitment
Meetings are currently held on a quarterly basis (subject to change based on need) and typically last 1-2 hours. Outside of meetings, Directors are encouraged to engage in self-study and have been tasked with providing feedback for updates to the city’s guiding documents.
Deadline
Applications are due no later than October 15th, 2025.
How to apply?
Utilize the provided application and remit to pcombs@bruceville-eddy.us or drop off at City Hall with attention to Pam Combs during normal working hours.
Need More information?
Basics and Overview of EDC
https://texasedc.org/assets/resources/GuideBook/tedc-guide-book-2nd-edition-with-links.pdf
https://comptroller.texas.gov/economy/development/sales-tax/edc/projects-ab.php
Contact Pam Combs with any questions: pcombs@bruceville-eddy.us or 254-859-5700
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