November 2015 - City of Keller Economic Development Newsletter

Nov.

2015 Did You Know?

Developments Keller

The City of Keller has welcomed:

10 New Eateries 24 New Offices New Retail 33 Businesses 7 Business Expansions From January 1 to October 31.

67 *

New Business Openings business *Excludes expansions

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Economic Development Newsletter

Small Business Saturday - Nov. 28 The holiday season is just around the corner, and you are encouraged to Shop Small while searching for the perfect gift.

Whether you are looking for the newest electronics or a unique gift, you are sure to find it right here in Keller.

November 28 is Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting the small businesses of local communities across the nation.

Keller is the place to shop if you are looking for a unique gift. The specialty stores nestled in Old Town Keller offer a variety of custom gift options. In Town Center you will find one-of-a-kind boutiques that offer gifts for any lifestyle.

You will also find a wide variety of retail selections at Keller Crossing and Bear Creek Plaza.

Also, if you are planning a holiday party for the office, consider selecting one of the many eateries located in Keller to cater your event. A few options include DeVivo Bros., FnG Eats, Feedstore BBQ, or Maria Cuca’s Mexican Cuisine. Or, if you are looking for a sweet treat consider Sugar and Frosting or Sweet Memories.

If you are looking for a unique venue for a holiday party we have several fun

options. You might consider Painting with a Twist or Pickled Picasso. For a more traditional venue, check out Elm Street Studio.

When you Shop Small, you will do more than find a variety of unique gifts and great food, you will support your community. Your tax dollars stay local, ultimately enriching the lives of everyone in our community.

So, as you search for the perfect gift for that special someone this holiday season, remember to support your community and Shop Small.

For a complete list of Keller businesses, visit www.KeepItInKeller.com.

“To attract and retain quality commercial developments that increase our residents’ property value and improve their quality of life.”

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E vents

N e w t o K e lle r S m a ll B u s in e s s S a tu rd a y Saturday, Nov. 28 Come on out on Small Business Saturday and support over 500 one-of-a-kind boutiques, eateries and shops.

1 8 | 8 F in e M e n ’s S a lo n 1 0 1 T o w n C e n t e r L n ., # A 1 2 1

www.eighteeneight.com 817-753-3100 Located in Town Center, 18|8 is a fine Men’s Salon dedicated to brining out the best in men. They offer handcrafted haircuts and a wide array of grooming services. Their focus is on helping men look better, feel better and perform better.

H o lly D a y s “Christmas at Keller Town Hall” Friday, Dec. 4 6-9 p.m.

Keller Town Hall Help us celebrate 22 years of holiday magic with snow tubing, live entertainment, food, children's crafts and activities, the Very Merry Light Parade and our explosive Christmas tree lighting.

D e s e rt T re e S t u d io s 1 0 7 H ill S t . www.deserttreestudios.com 972-341-4803 Desert Tree Studios, located in Old Town Keller, offers a personal make-up artist, eyelash extensionist and esthetician. They focus on giving you 100% everytime you visit.

D M J U S A S a le s 1 6 6 0 K e lle r P k w y ., # 1 0 1 www.dmjus.com DMJ USA provides domestic and international partners with a cost-effective, high performance and turnkey solution to bring their products and services to the U.S. marketplace for resale.

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C ertif ic ates of O c c up anc y P ermits I ssued

H T L e n d in g G ro u p 1 7 3 0 R u f e S n o w D r., # B www.sholbertloans.com 817-431-8618 HT Lending Group offers an array of home loan products. They are an Approved Lender and very well versed in homeownership assistance programs.

K e lle r E m b r o id e r y 2 1 3 1 R u f e S n o w D r., # 2 0 0 www.kellerembroidery.com 817-581-2679 Keller Embroidery offers customized embroidery, screen printing and promotional products for businesses of all sizes. They also offer customizable uniform apparel.

Total Certificates of Occupancy Permits Issued From January 1 - October 31

84 *

of Occupancy * Ais Certificate issued for a new tenant,

management change, name change or ownership change.

N .B . N a ils 1 5 4 0 K e lle r P k w y ., # 1 0 2 817-431-0577

N.B. Nails is a full service nail salon offering pedicures, manicures, facials, waxing services, and eyelash extensions.

T e x a s B le u 1 2 4 S . M a in S t. www.texasbleu.com 817-431-5188 Located in Old Town Keller, Texas Bleu is an American steakhouse that serves farm-to-table cuisine featuring local produce.

Keller Economic Development Department 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248 817.743.4020 www.keepitinkeller.com www.cityofkeller.com/economicdevelopment

“To attract and retain quality commercial developments that increase our residents’ property value and improve their quality of life ”

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D id Y o u K n o w ?

T h e C ro s s ro a d s G ro u p 1 8 5 8 K e lle r P k w y ., # D The City of Keller is in the beginning stages of a $2.1 million construction project for improvements to Bear Creek Park.

Improvements will include the addition of a second pavilion, 120 new parking spaces, replacing existing and adding new water fountains (including dog-height fountains), adding pickleball and basketball courts and much more!

Weather permitting, the improvements are expected to be complete in June 2016.

www.crossroadsgrp.com 817-591-1140 The Crossroads Group offers over fifteen years of survey, operations and facilitation experience in a wide range of industry settings, with an emphasis in healthcare and assessment tools.

T h e R e d w o o d P a t io 1 3 6 O liv e S t . www.theredwoodpatio.com 817-692-9721 Located in Old Town Keller, The Redwood Patio is a purveyor of fine handcrafted American redwood furniture and garden products built by the esteemed craftsman Cal Pierce.

U n it y O n e C re d it U n io n 8 9 1 K e lle r P k w y ., # 1 0 0 www.unityone.org 800-628-5517 Unity One Credit Union has a full-line of products and services to meet your needs. Hassle-free and community-minded, Unity One is the banking solution for any lifestyle.

V a n R e e t P h o to g ra p h y 1 1 0 3 K e lle r P k w y ., # 2 0 5 www.vanreetphoto.com 830-285-0305 Specializing in family photography, including maternity, newborn and children, Van Reet Photography is sure to capture your family’s story through professional portraits.

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Sing le F amily R esidential P ermits

W e s te rn S p o rt 1 1 0 3 K e lle r P k w y . # 2 0 3 www.westernsport.com 817-789-1021 Western Sport offers the best names in tactical gear. They can provide you with the gear you need, no matter your experience level.

Total Permits Issued From

January 1 - October 31

189

Avg. Square Footage

W h it e h e a d C h iro p ra c t ic

4,673

8 8 2 1 D a v is B lv d ., # 3 2 0 817-880-3440 Whitehead Chiropractic provides quality chiropractic health care services.

Avg. Construction Cost

$321,255

E x p a n s io n s M a d e B y S u e 1 1 0 3 K e lle r P k w y . www.madebytexas.com 817-431-8182 Made By Sue has expanded to the space formerly used by The Keller Citizen. They have been serving the area for 20 years with high-quality crafted goods and excellent customer service.

Keep It In Keller is a shop local campaign, which focuses on retaining and growing existing Keller businesses, attracting new ones and ultimately boosting the City’s sales tax revenue. The program encourages citizens to commit to looking in Keller for places to shop, eat and obtain their business services. For a full listing of businesses, visit: www.KeepItInKeller.com

Keller Economic Development Department 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248 817.743.4020 www.keepitinkeller.com www.cityofkeller.com/economicdevelopment

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C ommeric al Building P ermits I ssued Total Commercial Building Permits Issued From January 1 - October 31

57 6 New Construction 19 Finish Out 18 Interior Remodel 14 Other

Commercial Building Permits The Keller Pointe

405 Rufe Snow Dr.

Addition

Stone Glen Offices

101 Bourland Rd.

New Construction

H & R Block

2041 Rufe Snow Dr., #105

Interior Remodel

Ideal Dental

1431 Keller Pkwy., #300

Interior Remodel

Anne’s Pretty Pups

750 S. Main, #110

Interior Remodel

Milestone Church

201 Mt. Gilead Rd.

New Construction

Keller Medical Center

620 S. Main, #240

Finish Out

In T h e N e w s Society Life Magazine: Texas Bleu Southlake Style Magazine: Legacy ER & Urgent Care Opens Keller Location WFAA: Check Out A Floating Pumpkin Patch in Keller Keller Magazine: In Keller, a Walk in The Park is Also a Walk in The Art

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C ontac t U s Trina Zais, Economic Development/Public Services Director 817.743.4020 tzais@cityofkeller.com Kayla Thomas, Economic Development Coordinator 817.743.4021 kthomas@cityofkeller.com Julissa McCann, Econoomic Development Intern 817.743.4022 jmccann@cityofkeller.com