Challenge Comprised of 26 counties spanning 26,000 miles, the Texas Panhandle and its workforce development service area covers a geography larger than 10 US states. The Region 16 Education Service Center (ESC) serves school districts within the Texas Panhandle. In October 2023, Region 16 ESC was awarded the Tri-Agency Grant […]
Challenge Situated 20 miles north of Austin, the suburban community of Pflugerville, Texas, has a rich history of German roots and ample outdoor amenities. Pflugerville’s relative affordability and family-friendly atmosphere, combined with the regional expansion of manufacturing and technology, have led to massive growth; Pflugerville’s population size has surged in
Challenge Grand Prairie, Texas, is well known within the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area for its exceptional entertainment options, anchored by EPIC Central, a 172-acre adventure park featuring indoor and outdoor attractions that draws millions of visitors to the community annually. The city’s central location in the metro area provides easy
Challenge Copperas Cove’s development has been closely tied to the establishment and growth of Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) since the post’s inception in 1942. While the post remains a major asset, the city’s location in a large and growing transportation corridor, with easy access to the state’s largest metro
Challenge The Red River Army Depot (RRAD) has long been the single largest employer and a critical economic engine in the bi-state Texarkana region. In response to cuts in federal defense spending and Army downsizing, regional officials sought to prepare for what they anticipated would be further workload reductions and
Challenge Central Texas is growing rapidly as a nationally recognized semiconductor and advanced manufacturing hub. Multiple firms, including NXP Semiconductor, Samsung, Applied Materials, AMD, and Tokyo Electron, have a significant presence in the region and additional investment is expected over the next decade. Along with the semiconductor industry’s expansion, the
Challenge In December 2017, the City of Fort Worth and TIP Strategies completed an economic development strategic plan (EDSP) built around themes of competitiveness, creativity, and community vitality. The EDSP tied these priorities to four tangible and measurable outcomes over a five-year horizon: high-wage job growth, a more sustainable tax
Challenge Between 2000 and 2017, Fort Worth was one of the fastest-growing large cities in the US. Furthermore, the city has cultivated a unique identity and brand, combining rich cultural heritage with an economy driven by industry-leading employers. Fort Worth achieved this success without a comprehensive, citywide approach for economic
Challenge In 2016, the University of North Texas (UNT) began offering select classes in the city of Frisco. Formalizing a partnership with city officials and the Frisco Economic Development Corporation in 2018, UNT received 100 acres of land to establish a physical presence in the community. The Frisco Landing campus
Challenge Proximity to interstates I-14 and I-35, an affordable cost of living, and an abundance of retail amenities makes Harker Heights, Texas, an ideal location for businesses looking for easy access the state’s major metro areas and an attractive quality of life for their employees. The city also benefits from
