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Tarrant County Small Business Assistance Program

Keller Businesses,

The 2nd Round of funding from the Tarrant County Small Business Assistance Program opens today, Monday, October 26th. The application is online only and can be accessed here: http://smallbusiness.tarrantcounty.com. Applications close on November 10th at 6:00 P.M. and funds will be distributed by December 30, 2020.

What is different from the first round?

This round maintains the same basic eligibility as the first round, with the addition of independently owned and operated Franchise Businesses. If you received a grant award in Round 1, you will not be eligible for another grant award in Round 2. This 2nd round is available for business that may have missed the application period in the first round, started an application but did not complete it, or did not provide the correct information for their first round application that deemed them to be ineligible and not receive an award. For those that may have had difficulty applying before, we have been told that the application has been streamlined for easier input of financial information and a quicker review of the application.

Who is eligible?

  • A small business with 25 or less employees         
  • Located within Tarrant County, outside the City of Fort Worth
  • A for-profit business in operation in Tarrant County as of January 1, 2020
  • Business was closed or partially closed due to COVID-19
  • Business shows a reduction in Net Profit or an increased Loss from COVID-10
  • Applications limited to one (1) business per Owner(s)
  • Businesses/Owner(s) receiving grant award in first round not eligible for award in second round

The Program Information, Eligibility Criteria and Documentation Requirements are available online at http://smallbusiness.tarrantcounty.com

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

Thank you,

City of Keller – Economic Development Department

(817) 743-4020

Big-City Comforts, Small-Town Charm

www.cityofkeller.com

Rural Relief Small Business Grant

Keller Businesses,

We have learned of another grant opportunity for which you may be eligible. The Rural Relief Small Business Grants range from $5,000 to $20,000 are available to small businesses facing immediate financial pressure due to COVID-19. Although we may not think of Keller as being rural, we qualify under their definition of a community with a population of 50,000 or less, as the City of Keller population is 45,400.

The application period is now open and you can apply here:   https://lisc.tfaforms.net/234  Applications must be submitted by Monday, November 2nd at 11:59PM ET. 

These grants can be used for:

  • Payables to include rent and utilities
  • Meeting payroll (to include the applicant)
  • Paying outstanding debt to vendors
  • Other immediate operational costs

Who is eligible?

  • Please review the FAQ and grant informationbefore applying: https://www.lisc.org/covid-19/small-business-assistance/small-business-relief-grants/frequently-asked-questions/
  • Only small businesses located in rural communities are eligible at this time. Rural communities are defined as having a population of 50,000 or less (Keller’s population is 45,400).
    • A community is defined as the city/town/village where your business address is located. If the business is mobile (a food truck, fishing boat, ride share driver, etc) please use the address where your vehicle is stored during non-business hours.
  • Non-profit organizations are ineligible for the relief funding program at this time, but may be eligible for later rounds of funding.
  • If you have received funding in an earlier LISC COVID Relief Grant you are ineligible and should not reapply, even if you own multiple businesses.

The grant is being offered by LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation). LISC is a national non-profit corporation that has been around since 1979.  They receive funding from banks, corporations, foundations and government agencies, and use the funding to provide financing (loans, grants and equity) and technical and management assistance to local partners and developers.

The current round of applications are due November 2nd; however, there are three additional application rounds between now and February 2021.

  • October 26 – November 2, 2020
  • November 26 – December 2, 2020
  • December 29, 2020 – January 5, 2021
  • January 26 – February 2, 2021

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

Thank you,

City of Keller – Economic Development Department

(817) 743-4020

Big-City Comforts, Small-Town Charm

www.cityofkeller.com

September ‘Developments’ Newsletter

The Economic Development Department produces a bi-monthly newsletter to inform Keller residents of economic development, new business openings, new business construction, and business additions or alterations.



Coming Soon

 

Altus Group, a real estate and tax consulting services company based in Toronto, is moving their regional headquarters to Keller and will add 65 high-paying jobs to our workforce. They began construction this summer in front of the Bowden, located at 1807 Keller Parkway. The new 17,000 square foot building is scheduled for completion by summer 2021. 

Welcoming 21 New Businesses!

Backyard Butler

900 Katy Road, Suite 200

Do you have an upcoming event and want your outdoor living space to look pristine? Do you want to maintain a visually appealing home, but just do not have the time or energy to do it? Backyard Butler™ provides a fine-detail outdoor cleaning service for homeowners in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX.

DCG Engineering INC

1668 Keller Parkway, Suite 100

DCG Engineering was founded in 2020 as a full service Civil Engineering Firm located in Keller, TX and licensed in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, and New Mexico. DCG serves clients across an expansive range of markets and localities.  Our staff of Professional Engineers provides the expertise, professionalism and innovation required to achieve successful design solutions.

Embrace Balance Family Chiropractic

804 Keller Parkway

Embrace Balance Family Chiropractic offers quality chiropractic services to individuals of all ages. We specialize in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care to help decrease discomfort and increase life.

Endo Design LLC

350 Rufe Snow Drive, Suite 400
 
 

Everest Rehabilitation Hospital

955 South Main Street

Everest Rehabilitation Hospital of Keller is an all-inclusive inpatient rehabilitation facility that will feature 36 private rooms creating an environment focused on individualized care. Patients at Everest will receive compassionate care from our therapists, nurses, and staff while utilizing the latest in robotic rehabilitation technology.
 

Hampton Inn

200 Town Center Lane

The Hampton Inn offers a comfortable stay in any of our 110 rooms, including over 35 studio suites complete with mini-fridge and microwave. Our guests can also enjoy our indoor swimming pool, state of the art fitness center, as well as a close proximity to the Keller recreation trail for any outdoor activities. 

Horizon 76

1821 South Main Street

Horizon 76 American Grill House is a full service restaurant offering a wide variety of American food and signature handcrafted cocktails. Here, you can enjoy a comfortable patio with games such as Cornhole and Giant Connect Four. Indoor dining provides a classic American ambiance overflowing with patriotic vibes.

Inspired Wings Fashion

163 South Main Street

Inspired Wings Fashion is a Texas boutique inspired by you. Whether you’re dressing for the day-to-day routine or dressing up for the evening, we have something for you. From that little black dress to the perfect pair of jeans and a purse hand crafted by an artisan from the streets of Bali, every piece is unique for your personal style.

Karma Smoke Shop

101 Bear Creek Parkway, Suite C

Karma Smoke Shop offers a wide variety of Vape and CBD products. Our personalized service and great prices will fit all your Vape/CBD needs.
 

Kings Automotive & Transmission

421 North Main Street

We are family owned and operated here in Keller, TX.
We work on a wide range of vehicles, including Diesel engines, and we offer great warranties and service specials. We also offer a  customer shuttle, drop off and pick-up service, available with appointment.

WhiteWater Express Car Wash

788 Keller Parkway

WhiteWater Express Car Wash provides the highest quality car wash services, with professional staff to tend to your every need! Large or small, you can receive an express car wash with high-intensity tri-color polish, wheel cleaning, rainfall rinse, rain repellant glass wax, high gloss tire shine, flash dry, a 3-day rain check guarantee and always FREE Vacuums!

Nacre Group LLC

131 Quest Court

At Nacre Group we are here to help hotel owners and hotel teams in many ways.  We can assist with your talent acquisition needs by filtering trained individuals that match your position and culture.  We are also consultants with experts in Engineering/Building/Maintenance, Information Technology, Sales & Marketing, and Revenue Management.

Paul B Moore CPA

8821 Davis Boulevard, Suite 510

An accounting firm is known for the quality of its service. Our firm’s reputation reflects the high standards we demand of ourselves.Our primary goal as a trusted advisor is to be available and to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. 

Perpetual Realty Group

420 Johnson Road, Suite 102

At Perpetual Realty Group, we offer a full range of Real Estate services to a variety of clients: Buyers, Sellers, Investors, First-time Home Buyers, and Buyers Relocating. It’s our goal to provide our clients with the information, tools and resources necessary to make sound financial decisions that facilitate long-term success.

Resource Supply Co. LLC

900 Katy Road, Suite 430

Resource Supply Co offers a full line of Restaurant, Janitorial, Hotel and Industrial Supplies. We resource from the nations top suppliers to bring you great pricing and unbeatable service.

Smart Transportation Division

1858 Keller Parkway, Suite D

Whether it is working in America’s shipyards, building the Navy of the future, servicing North America’s railroad industry, performing an HVAC service visit to your home, transporting your loved ones or providing our expertise to construction and industrial clients, SMART members are recognized for always being the best at the huge volume and diverse work we perform.  

SneakTrip Shoes & Apparel

120 North Main Street, Suite 206

SneakTrip is an up & coming consignment shop located in Keller, Texas. Making top quality & limited items accessible to you.  17 year-old, Dayton Hofer is the owner and asks YOU to “Join the journey” as SneakTrip goes global. 

Steve Montagna Real Estate

454 Keller Parkway

A home seller or buyer deserves personalized attention, consistent communication and one point of contact throughout the entire process that has their very best interests in mind. I’ve found in life that my best service experiences come from individuals who have an innate desire to serve others; those that get fulfillment out of serving. That is what you receive by engaging me in your real estate needs. 

The Nostalgic Nerd

121 Olive Street

The Nostalgic Nerd is a new video game store focused on keeping the past alive by providing the best retro games and consoles from your childhood.

Trek Bicycles of Keller

800 South Main Street, Suite 240

At Trek Keller, our goal is not only to sell awesome bikes and provide exceptional service but also to grow a community in which people of all backgrounds feel welcome to join us and enjoy the benefits of cycling. However you ride, we look forward to meeting you.

Triad Associated Enterprises INC.

900 Katy Road, Suite 100

At Triad Associated Enterprises we understand Real Estate is a big investment, and it is our goal to fulfill our clients needs by giving them a wealth of knowledge about neighborhoods and suburbs in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. 
 

Change of Ownership/Name

791 Keller Parkway, Suite 100
Ownership Change


Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
711 Keller Parkway
Ownership Change


Element Salon Suites
681 South Main Street, Suite 100
Name Change from Venetian Salon


Hidden Lakes Custom Cleaners
8825 Davis Boulevard
Ownership Change

Keller Trophy
425 North Main Street
Name Change from Keller Trophy & Awards


Lux Nailspa
800 South Main Street, Suite 224
Ownership Change


Quik Trip #862
700 South Main Street
Ownership Change


Quik Trip #968
8836 Davis Boulevard
Ownership Change

Commercial Building Permits

Bowden Event Center
1807 Keller Parkway
New Building


Bloomfield Office Park
1686 Keller Parkway
New Building


CVS
801 North Tarrant Parkway
Alteration


Fat Papa’s
1110 Keller Parkway
Alteration


First Baptist Church of Keller
225 Keller Parkway
Addition


Hidden Lakes Elementary
900 Preston Lane
Alteration


Indian Springs Middle School
305 Bursey Road
Alteration


Keller Harvel Elementary
635 Norma Lane
Alteration


Keller Premier Eye Care
900 South Main Street, Suite 351
Alteration
Majestic Nail Salon
101 Town Center Lane, Suite 103
Alteration

Parkway Plaza
1675 North Tarrant Parkway, Suite 100
Alteration


North Texas Veterinarian Clinic
110 Wall-Price Keller Road
New Building


Ridgeview Elementary
1601 Marshall Ridge Parkway
Alteration


Shady Groves Elementary
1400 Sarah Brooks Drive
Alteration


Texas Health Family Care
100 Bourland Road, Suite 150
Alteration


The Knot Hair Studio
761 Keller Parkway, Suit 105
Alteration


True Results LP
1680 Keller Parkway
Alteration

From January 1 – August 31, 2020

New Businesses
Welcomed:



18
Office

12
Retail

4
Restaurant

34
Total New Businesses

72
Total Certificates of Occupancy* Issued

*A Certificate of Occupancy is issued for a new tenant, name change, ownership change, or after any permitted remodeling and alterations to the building.

Single Family Residential
Permits Issued:


52
Total Permits Issued

5,048
Average Square Footage

$528,463
Average Construction Cost

Keep It In Keller is a shop local campaign designed to help existing businesses grow. The campaign encourages Keller citizens and visitors to commit to looking in Keller for a place to shop, eat, find entertainment, obtain professional services and much more. For a complete listing of Keller businesses, visit KeepItInKeller.com
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Community Curbside Give Back

We are partnering with the Keller Chamber of Commerce to give you a chance to be a part of something big and to support our local restaurants. Starting Wednesday, April 1st we will be visiting restaurants and presenting them cash for you, their customer to spend- ranging from $500-$1000.

Here is how it works- place an order with a participating restaurant and use the code word “COMMUNITY” to get your discount of $10 off $20 purchase or $5 off $10 purchase. This promotion can NOT be used through GrubHub, Doordash, Uber Eats, or any other 3rd party delivery service.

Please see below the restaurants that are participating and the dates each restaurant will be offering their promotion:

April 1st Boca 31 – Keller
April 3rd The Lost Cajun
April 6th Sweet Memories Cakes & Catering
April 8th Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip- Keller
April 10th FnG Eats
April 13th Summer Moon Coffee – Keller TX
April 15th DeVivo Bros. Eatery
April 17th Cafe Sicilia

Don’t forget to take a photo and submit for the Keep Calm and Carry Out Contest (Round 2) as well!

Chalk My Driveway Contest – Round 2

We are partnering with the Keller Chamber of Commerce to bring you a fun activity to do at home with your kids, support Keller businesses and spread some cheer. Sponsored by Excel Construction Group.

Here’s how to participate:

1. Get the kids together
2. Choose the category for your drawing- Favorite Local business or Inspirational Message
3. Let your creative juices flow and color away
4. Take a picture of your completed design
5. Post your picture on this event page and tag Excel Construction Group & Greater Keller Chamber
6. Share with your friends, family, and everyone!
7. The one with the most likes per category wins a $100 value family basket of goodies!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1425629187616655/

Let the drawing begin! Congratulations to the winners from the last contest:

Keep Calm and Carry Out Contest – Round 2

ICYMI – We are reissuing the Keep Calm and Carry Out contest, so you have more chances to win prizes! You will have until 11:59 PM on Sunday, April 12th to submit your photos. We’re going to give away another grand prize of a $100 gift card to a Keller business of your choice for the family with the most entries. AND you can submit a picture of our pickup/delivery from any Keller business. So get your online shopping on with our local retailers too!

📍 Snap a photo of you getting your take-out or delivery (examples below😉 we love to see those smiling faces!)
📍 Direct message the photo to Keep It In Keller or City of Keller Government
📍 Multiple entries accepted, so send us all your photos!
📍 Drawing for prizes on Monday, April 13th!

Our website is being updated daily with new information and special offers from Keller businesses at: https://keepitinkeller.com/covidupdates/

Keep Calm and Carry Out Contest

City of Keller Employees showed our Keller restaurants lots of love this week! We challenged them to continue to support our business community by continuing to take advantage of the take-out, curbside and delivery options the past two days. They rocked it, so we are extending the contest out to everyone!

Introducing the Keep Calm and Carry Out Contest
📍 Snap a photo of you getting your take-out or delivery (examples below😉)
📍 Direct message the photo to Keep It In Keller or City of Keller Government Facebook Pages
📍 Multiple entries accepted, so send us all your photos!
📍 Drawing for prizes at the end of next week!

If you want to see what curbside pick-up and delivery options are available at Keller restaurants, check out our new webpage which is being updated daily at https://keepitinkeller.com/covidupdates/