Cross Plains Economic Development Corporation,  Inc.
PO Box 452
201 S. Main
Cross Plains, Texas 76443
e-mail cpedc@camalott.com
								Phone (254) 725-6114  Fax (254) 725-6397

INCENTIVE GRANTS APPLICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS

There is a limited amount of funds available for distribution to businesses in, or adjacent to the city of Cross Plains.  This money will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis for any business, meeting the requirements, until the funds are depleted.

1.	Determine your eligibility:

a.	the business must be in, or immediately adjacent to the City of Cross Plains,
b.	the business must have a federal tax I.D. number

2.	All funds must be used to improve the exterior of the building or make permanent improvements to the grounds.
3.	Eligible projects:
a.	Painting any previously painted surface 
b.	Permanent signage-new signs or repair or improvements of existing signs
c.	Awnings or canopies-new or repair/repaint old ones
d.	Uncover and repair transom windows and/or second story windows
e.	Replace broken windows
f.	Moving air conditionings units from the front of a business
g.	Permanent landscaping-building flower beds or permanent trees/shrubs, fences
h.	Restoring buildings to original appearances

4.	Grants will be given for 75% of the cost of the project not exceeding $750.00 from the EDC.  This money will be used to reimburse out-of-pocket expense (including labor).  Reimbursement will be made after the project is completed as agreed upon in the application.  
5.	An application must be completed detailing the work to be done and estimated expense.  Drawings may be requested.
6.	Grant will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds are depleted.  This is conditional on approval by a committee as to whether the application meets the guidelines.
7.	Work that has already begun or been completed before the application is accepted cannot be considered for this program.
8.	Applicant must be the owner of the building.
9.	Receipts must be turned in and work inspected before funds will be disbursed.
10.	Funds must be used within 90 days of approved application.