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Community Development Grant Management

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Summary

The advisory committee reviewed proposed survey questions and application updates for federal community development funds, offering feedback to help staff target local housing and social service needs effectively.

At a glance

Total mentions
20
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 9, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Determines allocation of federal community development grant funds for local non-profit and housing programs.

✅Who benefits

Local non-profit agencies, low-income residents, and community organizations relying on city-administered grants.

⚠️Who could be affected

Potentially businesses or residents awaiting decisions on economic development projects.

Mentions & discussions (33)

MeetingOct 9, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — October 9, 2026

The committee will discuss the Community Development Matrix, which helps prioritize local projects and funding to improve neighborhoods and community services.

rebusinessonline.comAug 17, 2026

Jackson-Shaw Breaks Ground on 908,730 SF Industrial Project in Denton, Texas

Jackson-Shaw Breaks Ground on 908,730 SF Industrial Project in Denton, Texas rebusinessonline.com

MeetingAug 14, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — August 14, 2026

The committee reviewed grant program timelines for 2027-2028 alongside monthly expenditure reports and performance measures for 2025-2026 grant recipients.

MeetingAug 8, 2026discussed

City Council — August 8, 2026

The city is looking into how data centers are taxed to make sure the city is getting its fair share. This could affect how much revenue the city collects from these large facilities.

MeetingJul 29, 2026discussed

Community Partnership Committee — July 29, 2026

The committee is reviewing how to allocate tax revenue from hotels to support tourism-driving events. These funds are crucial for festivals and organizations that bring visitors to Denton.

MeetingJul 23, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission — July 22, 2026

The city is updating rules to better manage food trucks. The goal is to distinguish between single trucks and larger "food courts" so that small businesses aren't unfairly burdened while the city can still regulate larger, permanent sites.

MeetingJul 17, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — July 17, 2026

The advisory committee reviewed proposed survey questions and application updates for federal community development funds, offering feedback to help staff target local housing and social service needs effectively.

Community ImpactMay 28, 2026

Novartis' groundbreaking, business updates: 5 trending stories from around Denton in May

Novartis' groundbreaking, business updates: 5 trending stories from around Denton in May Community Impact

MeetingMay 8, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — May 8, 2026

The committee was scheduled to review funding recommendations and vote on allocations for the upcoming 2026-27 Community Development Grant Program.

Community ImpactMay 7, 2026

Data centers rise in Denton

Data centers rise in Denton Community Impact

MeetingMar 25, 2026approved

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board — March 25, 2026

The board is considering grants to help downtown businesses improve their properties. This could lead to a more vibrant downtown area.

MeetingMar 24, 2026

Economic Development Partnership Board — March 24, 2026

The board touched upon strategies for engaging with existing businesses, including strengthening ties and ensuring they feel supported. This involves understanding their needs and potentially developing more robust BRE programs.

MeetingMar 23, 2026

Economic Development Partnership Board — March 23, 2026

There's a strong emphasis on not just attracting new businesses, but also on supporting and growing existing ones. The board is exploring how to better track and incentivize the expansion of current companies, recognizing that much job growth comes from within.

MeetingMar 20, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — March 20, 2026

The committee was scheduled to evaluate the scoring process that will determine how future grant money is distributed to local organizations.

MeetingMar 18, 2026discussed

Planning and Zoning Commission — March 18, 2026

The city is looking to make its affordable housing incentive program more effective by removing certain requirements and adjusting others. This could lead to more affordable housing options being built.

MeetingMar 11, 2026

Economic Development Partnership Board — March 11, 2026

The board reviewed the city's performance in attracting new businesses and supporting existing ones. A record year for incentivized projects was reported, with significant job creation and capital investment, including the notable attraction of Novartis Youth Therapies.

MeetingMar 9, 2026approved

Public Utilities Board — March 9, 2026

The board discussed and recommended implementing a new service fee of approximately 1.55% on credit card payments to cover rising processing costs. This aims to shift the cost burden from all utility ratepayers to those who choose to pay by credit card.

MeetingFeb 26, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission — February 25, 2026

Commissioners discussed the city's fiscal impact tool, which analyzes the financial effects of development. Key topics included the tool's 40-year projections, limitations, and how it informs decision-making.

MeetingFeb 25, 2026approved

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board — February 25, 2026

The board is deciding on grants for businesses to improve their properties, like adding fire suppression systems. This helps keep downtown vibrant and supports local businesses.

Hillwood, a Perot Company.Feb 25, 2026

Denton Aims To Go From DFW’s ‘Best-Kept Secret’ To Next Boomtown

Denton Aims To Go From DFW’s ‘Best-Kept Secret’ To Next Boomtown Hillwood, a Perot Company.

BioSpaceFeb 25, 2026

Novartis Names Texas City as Location of Its 5th US Radiopharmaceutical Facility

Novartis Names Texas City as Location of Its 5th US Radiopharmaceutical Facility BioSpace

BisnowFeb 24, 2026

Denton Aims To Go From DFW's 'Best-Kept Secret' To Next Boomtown

Denton Aims To Go From DFW's 'Best-Kept Secret' To Next Boomtown Bisnow

MeetingFeb 19, 2026discussed

Downtown Economic Development Committee — February 19, 2026

Three downtown businesses are seeking grants to help fund improvements. The committee will recommend whether to approve these grants to the TIRZ board, which could lead to enhanced business facades and operations.

Heavy Duty TruckingFeb 12, 2026

Peterbilt to Expand Denton Production Facility

Peterbilt to Expand Denton Production Facility Heavy Duty Trucking

MeetingJan 14, 2026

Economic Development Partnership Board — January 14, 2026

The board approved its meeting minutes from November and its 2026 meeting schedule. The schedule includes a provision to cancel meetings if no voting items are present, acknowledging potential quorum challenges.

MeetingJan 9, 2026

Community Services Advisory Committee — January 9, 2026

Review of agency expenditures and performance measures for the concluding Community Development Grant program year.

CoStarDec 17, 2025

News | Swiss drugmaker offered millions of dollars in Texas incentives

News | Swiss drugmaker offered millions of dollars in Texas incentives CoStar

Community ImpactDec 17, 2025

Denton officials move forward with development plans for $280M Novartis Gene Therapies plant

Denton officials move forward with development plans for $280M Novartis Gene Therapies plant Community Impact

The Business JournalsDec 15, 2025

Denton weighs millions in incentives to land Novartis plant

Denton weighs millions in incentives to land Novartis plant The Business Journals

wfaa.comNov 26, 2024

Crypto mine to be turned into $6B data center in Denton

Crypto mine to be turned into $6B data center in Denton wfaa.com

govtech.comNov 19, 2024

$4B Bitcoin to AI Data Center Project Eyed in Denton, Texas

$4B Bitcoin to AI Data Center Project Eyed in Denton, Texas govtech.com

KERA NewsAug 28, 2024

Core Scientific gets approval to bring high-powered computing for AI to Denton

Core Scientific gets approval to bring high-powered computing for AI to Denton KERA News

BuzzFeed NewsMar 7, 2022

How A Texas Town Embraced A Crypto Miner It Didn’t Want

How A Texas Town Embraced A Crypto Miner It Didn’t Want BuzzFeed News

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