Bardwell Lake
- One of the unique development opportunities in Ennis is the Bardwell Lake area.
- A comprehensive development assessment is underway and will result in a detailed packet of investment opportunities.
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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ #1 - Downtown):
- Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 was created by Ordinance 16-0920-05 (Sept 20, 2016)
- Encompasses approximately 302.27 Acres
- Lifespan is up to 30 years
- Baseline value was set at $61,994,749
- Is governed by a six (6) person Board of Directors
- The "new" tax increment contribution is:
- 75% provided by the City of Ennis
- 75% provided by Ellis County
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Kaufman Development District
- The Kaufman Development District was identifed in the Comprehensive Plan as needing special attention to realize its full economic potential.
- The KDD was created by Ordinance 16-1107-18 (Nov 7, 2016)
- Encompasses approximately 80.23 Acres
- Is governed by a Board of Directors
- Economic Development Agreements are authorized
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Kaufman Facade Grant Program- This program allows a dollar-for-dollar match up to $7,500
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TIRZ#2 (IH45 & Sonoma Trail)
- Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 was created by Ordinance 16-1219-3 (Dec 19, 2016)
- Encompasses approximately 446.22 Acre
- Lifespan is up to 30 years
- Baseline value was set at $24,705,820
- Is governed by a six (6) person Board of Directors
- The "new" tax increment contribution is: 75% provided by the City of Ennis, 75% provided by Ellis County
- Economic Development Agreements are authorized
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TIRZ#3 (Bardwell Lake & Hwy 287)
- Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 was created by Ordinance 20-1020-G2 (Oct 20, 2020)
- Encompasses 14,239.35 acres
- Lifespan is 30 years
- Baseline Value is $340,120,823
- Is governed by a six (6) person Board of Directors
- The "new" tax increment contribution is: 75% provided by the City of Ennis, 75% provided by Ellis County
