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PFLUGERVILLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP. PARTNERS WITH WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS CAPITAL AREA TO AWARD $300,000 GRANT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES TRAINING PROGRAM

Thursday, July 11, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (July 11, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) and the Workforce Solutions Capital Area Board (WFSCA) presented ceremonial checks representing nearly $300,000 in equipment and training supplies that will be provided to expand an existing emergency medical technician (EMT) training program at the Pflugerville Independent School District during PCDC’s quarterly breakfast at Typhoon Texas Conference Center on July 11. The High Demand Job Training (HDJT) grant, funded by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), focuses on training for specific occupations that are needed in a region. To be eligible for the grant, a local economic development corporation mus...

Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Receives Accreditation from the International Economic Development Council

Tuesday, July 09, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (July 9, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) announced that they been awarded the Accreditated Economic Development Organization (AEDO) designation from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The PCDC becomes only one of 65 economic development organizations to receive the accreditation internationally, and only one of nine in Texas. The AEDO program is a comprehensive peer review process that measures economic development organizations against commonly held professional standards. The program consists of two phases: a documentation review and an on-site visit. Each phase is designed to evaluate information about the structure, organization, funding, programs, and staff of th...

Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Executive Director Completes Advanced Economic Development Program

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (June 25, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Executive Director, Amy Madison, recently graduated from the Advanced Economic Development Leadership (AEDL) program receiving her Economic Development Master Practitioner (EDMP) diploma. AEDL is a two-week executive education program developed cooperatively by the University of Alabama, Clemson University, Texas Christian University and the University of Southern Mississippi. The dynamic curriculum of AEDL was designed to expand and enhance the skills of senior-level economic development professionals by providing courses of study in innovation, project management, communications, negotiation and other economic development areas. World class faculty and industry practitioners presented leading-edge strategie...

Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Awards $100,000 Grant for Development of New Main Street Plaza

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (April 30, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors awarded a $100,000 challenge grant to the City of Pflugerville for construction of a new public plaza at the Feb. 20 regular meeting. Located on Main Street between City Hall and Hanovers Draught Haus, the plaza runs from Main Street to Walnut Avenue and is the first community gathering area in downtown. “The PCDC Board awarded this grant to the City of Pflugerville to help them transform an area of downtown into a community gathering place with art and activity for all ages,” PCDC Executive Director Am...

Pflugerville Community Development Corporation to Celebrate Economic Development Week – May 6-10, 2019

Friday, April 26, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (April 26, 2019) — Mayor Pro Tem Omar Pena recognized the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) during the April 23 regular Pflugerville City Council meeting with a proclamation declaring May 6-10, 2019 “Economic Development Week” and celebrating the work of the PCDC within the community. This is the third year that the week has been sponsored by the International Economic Development Council and the first time it has been celebrated in the City of Pflugerville recognizing the unique role that economic development has in creating a vibrant and robust local economy. “We are excited to host the inaugural Pflugervill...

Code Ninjas Launches First Pflugerville Franchise in Cornerstone Development at Kelly Lane

Thursday, April 18, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Apr. 18, 2019) — Cornerstone at Kelly Lane, a 60-acre development at the southeast corner of State Highways 130 and 45, will become home to Code Ninjas, according to the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC). The franchise will occupy 1,861-square-feet in a 17,500-square-foot building recently occupied by anchor tenant Austin Regional Clinic. “Code Ninjas is the nation’s largest coding franchise and is a perfect fit for Pflugerville,” PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison said. “Providing youth ages 7-14 opportunities to creatively express themselves through coding, math, logic and problem-solving strengthens the foundation of our future workforce.” Rachael and Regan Davis, Pflugervill...

Rosendin Electric Relocates and Expands Operations to 50,000 SF Facility in Pflugerville, Brings 84 High-Paying Jobs

Thursday, March 21, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (March 21, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors approved a deal with the electrical contract company Rosendin Electric at a March 20 regular meeting. The company is relocating facilities in Texas and California regional to a 50,000-square-foot facility in Pflugerville with a $3 million capital investment and bringing 84 primary jobs that will have a minimum average wage of $75,000. “We are pleased to retain Rosendin's regional headquarters in Pflugerville for their expansion and relocation of other services from California. The company is ranked in the top 1/2 percent gross income within their industr...

Podcast: Impact DataSource Economic Development Secrets 33: Developing a Mutually Beneficial Incentive Package

Monday, March 04, 2019

This month, Amy Madison, Executive Director of the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation, shared her economic development secrets with the audience. Among many helpful pieces of advice, Amy shares how she builds a mutually beneficial incentive package for both the company and community. I’ve always started with a simple conversation with whomever the prospect is to try and learn where their gaps are, get to know them, and find out where they are really seeing some gaps in their strategy and where they need help. I think it helps you by diving into that conversation and just talking. Getting to know one another...

Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Awarded Certificate for Economic Excellence

Friday, March 01, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (March 1, 2019) — The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) recognized the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) with a certificate of achievement for Economic Excellence at the TEDC Legislative Conference on Feb. 21. This is the fifth consecutive year for the PCDC to receive the certificate and is one of only 51 Texas communities recognized out of a possible 887 eligible organizations. The award recognizes economic development organizations that attain a high level of professionalism. “It is an honor for our board and staff to be recognized by industry leaders for our focus on higher standards of excellence,” PCD...

Austin Foam Plastics Invests $4.7 Million to Expand Facility, Creates 22 New Jobs in Pflugerville

Thursday, February 21, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Feb. 21, 2019) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors approved a deal with Pflugerville-based Austin Foam Plastics, Inc. (AFP), a leading fabricator of foam, corrugated, molded pulp and wood packaging solutions, at a Feb. 20 regular meeting. The company’s 60,000-square-foot expansion is expected to see a $4.7 million capital investment and the creation of 22 jobs over the five-year term of the agreement. Founded in 1978, AFP relocated to 2933 A.W. Grimes Blvd. in Pflugerville in 1998. In August 2018, AFP was acquired by Sealed Air. The facility expansion will incorporate Sealed Air’s fabricated foam innovations and furthe...

New Board Members Appointed, Officers Elected to Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Board Of Directors

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Jan. 22, 2018) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors convened its first meeting of the year Jan. 17, elected officers and welcomed two new PCDC board members and two reappointments to the seven-member board following action by the Pflugerville City Council at the Dec. 18 regular city council meeting. PCDC Board of Directors members serve two-year terms; officers serve one-year terms. “We are honored to have these great community leaders who are willing to volunteer their time and serve on the PCDC Board of Directors. This is an incredible group with diverse and rich experience. ...

The Pfab Pfour

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

The Pfab Pfour How a quartet of leaders is transforming Pflugerville into an economic juggernaut. by RON STARNER A booming suburb of 65,000 people on the northeast side of Austin, Pflugerville is ascending to new heights thanks to the visionary leadership of four women: City Manager Sereniah Breland, Police Chief Jessica Robledo, Chamber President & CEO Shontel Mays, and Pflugerville Community Development Corp. Executive Director Amy Madison. It's one thing for a community to pay lip service to diversity and inclusion; in this Central Texas community in Travis County, they're embracing it with open arms and showing what a town can do when everyon...

Development Corp. Proposes Amendment to Release $4.5 Million Obligation as Typhoon Texas Plans Additional Capital Investment in Pflugerville Waterpark

Friday, November 16, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Nov. 16, 2018) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors yesterday approved a proposed amended contract with Typhoon Texas, removing any financial obligation by the PCDC to repay the $4.5 million the company has invested for improvements to the corporation’s property during the past two years, according to PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison. Under the revised agreement, Typhoon Texas is required to make additional capital improvements prior to the 2019 summer season and develop a year-round restaurant concept planned to open in 2020. In turn, PCDC will fund improvements for traffic and pedestrian access to th...

Boomtown: A look inside the explosive growth in Pflugerville and Hutto

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

While people are still moving to Central Texas for the booming economy, they're choosing to look outside city limits. They're looking at areas like Pflugerville and Hutto. By Christy Millweard - KVUE News | Oct. 31, 2018 CENTRAL TEXAS — Austin continues to grow and expand and unfortunately continues to be an issue. While people are still moving to Central Texas for the booming economy, they’re choosing to look outside city limits. They’re looking at areas like Pflugerville and Hutto. "I call it an explosion and I call it growing at warp speed,” said Pflugerville Mayor Victor Gonzales. US Census data deemed Pflugerville the third fastest growing city i...

3D Manufacturing Company Relocates Headquarters, Brings 170 High-Paying Jobs to Pflugerville

Friday, September 28, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Sept. 28, 2018) – The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors approved a deal yesterday with 3D manufacturing company Essentium Inc. at a Sept. 27 special meeting. The company is relocating its headquarters and expanding in Pflugerville, creating at least 170 jobs with positions ranging from scientists, chemists and various engineering and specialist roles that will have a minimum $75,000 average annual salary. Essentium is moving both its corporate offices and manufacturing facility from College Station to Pflugerville early next year. The additive manufacturing company makes industrial solutions for the world’s top manufacturers. Aiming to bridge th...

Development Corporation Announces $3.4 Million Land Sale, Bringing 205,064 SF Industrial Flex Space to Pflugerville

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Aug. 29, 2018) –The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) today announced a $3.4 million land sale to developer IGX Consolidated following final approval by the Pflugerville City Council at an Aug. 28 meeting. The 24-acre tract is located on Impact Way behind the FedEx facility in the One Thirty Business Park, previously known as One Thirty Commerce Center, at the southwest corner of Pecan Street and SH 130. During the meeting, PCDC provided the IGX preliminary site plan that outlines 205,064 square feet of office-industrial flex space in seven buildings ranging in size from 8,600 square feet to 45,000 squar...

Pflugerville Community Development Corporation Board of Directors Elects Ken D'Alfonso President

Wednesday, August 08, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Aug. 8, 2018) — The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors elected Ken D’Alfonso as president during an Aug. 4 special meeting, according to PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison. “Ken’s previous experience in senior base leadership and business, coupled with his active role in community organizations provide a great foundation for the mission and goals of our economic development organization. We are fortunate he is willing to serve in this role,” Madison said. D’Alfonso was appointed to the PCDC board by the Pflugerville City Council in January 2016 and will serve as president through January when the annual election...

Due Diligence…How Do You Find Out Who It Is You Are Really Doing A Deal With?

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Economic development for development’s sake is not a wise strategy, especially when it comes to new business attraction. This would be like marrying for marrying shake, regardless of the person – something few people would ever do because marriages, like business deals, can last forever. In the economic development world, recruiting new business to a community is like courting a future spouse. If a business moves to the area, they will be a forever partner and leave an indelible mark on the community. So, before you close the deal, it is important to conduct due diligence and be sure that thi...

Manufacturer officially relocating to Pflugerville after council confirms contact details

Thursday, October 11, 2018

By Iain Oldman - Community Impact | Oct. 9, 2018 Contractual details to bring a College Station-based manufacturer to Pflugerville were confirmed Tuesday night, clearing the way for the company’s relocation. Essentium Inc., a 3D printing and materials manufacturer, is set to relocate or create at least 170 high-skill jobs in Pflugerville by 2024, per terms of the performance agreement approved by Pflugerville City Council. The Pflugerville Economic Development Corp., or PCDC, voted Sept. 27 to authorize the terms of the agreement and bring Essentium to Pflugerville. “It provides us with a great portfolio,” Amy Madison, executive director of PCDC, told council Tuesday night. “It helps to bring a stronger cluste...

2019 PCDC budget approved

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

By Iain Oldman - Community Impact | 12:35 pm Aug. 29, 2018 The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation expects to see a 9 percent gain in sales tax revenue in the upcoming year, according to its approved fiscal year 2019 budget. Pflugerville City Council Tuesday night approved the drafted fiscal year 2019 PCDC budget which included first year revenue additions as well as new expenses. PCDC will collect lease payments from Typhoon Texas for its land for the first time in FY 2019. The first annual payment from Typhoon Texas totals $1.12 million after a $25,000 marketing grant was subtracted from the initial lease payment. Along with an expected nine percen...

Pecan Park at Pflugerville to bring 200,000 square feet of mixed-use space off SH 130

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

By Iain Oldman - Community Impact | Aug. 29, 2018 Updated 12:25 p.m., Aug. 29: According to a news release distributed by PCDC this morning, the Pecan Park at Pflugerville plot is the last remaining parcel of land in One Thirty Business Park. No more plots remain available for sale in that space. “With this transaction, the PCDC completes the final land sale in our 167-acre development in the One Thirty Business Park. More importantly, it provides a new product that is in short supply for companies wanting to expand or relocate to Pflugerville,” PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison said in the news release today. Original post: Pflugervill...

Pflugerville Community Development Corporation Launches New Website

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (Aug. 21, 2018) – The Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) announced an innovative new website that will serve as a valuable resource for site selectors, businesses and residents. The user-friendly site features a comprehensive set of tools and resources for retaining and recruiting companies, community profile data and job searching capabilities, according to the PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison. “The website is the first place site selectors and real estate agents look to find properties and information about a community. It is vital that we have great tools, easy navigation, and fresh data to keep them coming back,” explaine...

The 3D City

Monday, July 23, 2018

How an upstart Austin suburb became a magnet for additive manufacturing. by RON STARNER When EOS opened its North American headquarters on May 4, 2016, in Pflugerville, Texas, the global additive manufacturing leader did more than stamp its endorsement on the Capital Region of the Lone Star State. It signaled to everyone that Pflugerville had arrived as North America's 3D-printing city. "The opening of our Pflugerville facility helps us deliver even better and faster service and support to our regional customers," said Glynn Fletcher, president of EOS North America Inc. "EOS has a company-wide goal of continually improving systems, materials and process solutions whereve...

PCDC evolves as Pflugerville population, economy grows

Friday, July 06, 2018

The Pflugerville Community Development Corp. is approaching its 17th anniversary in August. Since its genesis, the PCDC has evolved with the goal of bringing businesses to Pflugerville and helping them thrive in the city. At the time of the PCDC’s inception, Pflugerville’s population was 31,761 residents. “The vision [of the PCDC]at the time was to try to grow the commercial sector,” said Amy Madison, executive director of the PCDC. “Sometimes we had to be a little more aggressive than other communities.” On May 23 the United States Census Bureau released data showing that the city was home to an estimated 63,359 people las...

Pflugerville Community Development Corporation Fully Staffed with the Addition of Matthew Lara

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (June 27, 2018) — At the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) June Board of Directors meeting, PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison proudly announced that the organization is now fully staffed at a total of five employees with the recent addition of Matthew Lara as the organization’s new marketing communications manager. Lara, a U.S. Air Force Veteran and native Texan, has a background in integrated communications, multimedia development and community engagement. In his new role, he will direct the PCDC’s communications and marketing strategies. Prior to the PCDC, Lara worked with the Round Rock Police Department where he oversaw logistica...

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