The Simonton Development Corporation in Simonton, Texas has officially launched a Business Assistance Grant Program that will help local Fort Bend County businesses that need to make improvements. The funding is supported by a portion of the sales tax collected in Simonton, and administered by a seven-member board of directors.
Cash-match grants of up to $2,000 are being offered in three categories: 1) façade improvements for store fronts; 2) new or refurbished business signs; and 3) property improvements such as lighting and landscaping. The grants are only available to business owners and business building owners within the city limits of Simonton.
Those who qualify can apply by completing an application form. Guidelines and criteria for the program, as well as application forms, are available online at www.simontontexas.org or by calling (281) 533-9809.
Applications can also be picked up on-site at:
Simonton City Hall
35011-FM 1093
Simonton, Texas 77476
Applicants may receive grants in any two of the three categories during a one-year period.