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Bastrop bank gives $150K to help economic development, disaster team
Bastrop bank gives $150K to help economic development, disaster team Terry Hagerty | Special to Bastrop Advertiser Roscoe State Bank is giving $150,000 to support Bastrop's economic growth and to the county's disaster relief team. At the Nov. 21 meeting of the board of directors of the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation, Rick Womble, executive vice president of Roscoe State Bank, presented the BEDC with a $20,000 check – the first of five yearly installments that will total $100,000 – will
Bastrop County Long Term Recovery Team Receives Largest Local Donation for Mortgage Assistance Program
Bank Merger Increases Community Involvement Bastrop County Long Term Recovery Team Receives Largest Local Donation for Mortgage Assistance Program Bastrop County - 11/11/2022 - Wednesday 11/09/2022 Roscoe State Bank, now a division of Cornerstone Capital Bank, SSB, presented a $50,000 check to the Bastrop County Long Term Recovery Team (BCLTRT) to assist in continuation of their Disaster Mortgage Assistance Program. In 2021, BCLTRT received funding from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments
Contact:Chris BryanKevin Lyons Email Us512-463-4070Comptroller.Texas.Gov1-800-531-5441ext. 3-4070FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 10, 2021 Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 7.1 percent more than in November 2021. These allocations are based on sales
Westbound Frontage Road (College Street) Closure October 3rd thru November 23rd
The westbound frontage road (College St.) is closed from MLK (North) to Gills Branch and the east U-turn at UP railroad is closed to Newton Street until atleast November 23rd. Barricades will be placed on WBFR at MLK (North) and at Newton St. to close through traffic. An off-duty police officer will also be on WBFR at MLK in the first week to prevent traffic from bypassing barricades.Barricades will be on MLK at Emile to close off the southbound lane only along with barrels along the centerline from Emile
How to Take Your Bastrop, TX Business’ Marketing Department Into Your Own Hands
Marketing is a vital part of any business. It helps you attract new customers, retain existing ones, and boost your bottom line. But what happens when you don't have the budget for a full-fledged marketing department? That's where becoming your own marketing department comes in! By learning the various marketing channels available and crafting a strategic plan, you can make sure your marketing efforts are as effective as possible — without breaking the bank. Keep reading for some helpful tips from the
VISIT BASTROP HOT FUNDING FOR EVENTS 2022-2023
VISIT BASTROP HOT FUNDING FOR EVENTS 2022-2023 The City of Bastrop collects a Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) from hotels, motels, and bed & breakfasts and partners with Visit Bastrop to distribute a portion of that funding for events. The use of HOT revenue is limited to expenditures that meet the following two-part test:First, every expenditure must directly enhance and promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry. In other words, the expenditure must be likely to attract visitors from outside Bastrop
Governor Abbott Proclaims Texas Chamber of Commerce Week
Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOMBastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO(512) 303-0558bwomble@bastropchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2022 Governor Abbott Proclaims Texas Chamber of Commerce Week Bastrop, Texas (October 17, 2022) – Governor Greg Abbott has officially proclaimed October 17 through October 21, 2022 as “Chamber of Commerce Week” in Texas. Signing an official resolution, Governor Abbott celebrated the more
Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Government
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2022Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.06 billion in local sales tax allocations for October, 17.4 percent more than in October 2021. These allocations are based on sales made in August by businesses that report tax monthly.RecipientOct. 2022 AllocationsChange from Oct.
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Announces Launch of New BastropVotes.com Website
Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOMBastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO(512) 303-0558bwomble@bastropchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2022 Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Announces Launch of New BastropVotes.com Website Bastrop, Texas (October 12, 2022) – The Governmental Affairs committee of the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce, along with Board of Directors and staff are proud to announce the launch of our newly redesigned
Bastrop Chamber Hires a New Membership Engagement Manager
Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOMPresident/CEO Bastrop Chamber of Commerce bwomble@bastropchamber.com(512) 303-0558 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2022 Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Hires a New Membership Engagement Manager Bastrop, Texas (September 12, 2022) – The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff have announced the hiring of Jacki Gabryshak as the new Membership Engagement Manager
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Selects Board Member Evan Moilan as 2022 Chair Elect
Contact: Becki Womble, IOM, CCEBastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO(512) 303-0558bwomble@bastropchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2022 Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Selects Board Member Evan Moilan as 2022 Chair Elect Bastrop, TX (May 25, 2022) - The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors elected Evan Moilan as the 2022 Chair Elect at their Board meeting on May 18, 2022. Moilan is the owner of Evan Moilan
