by Bill Lynch | Feb 25, 2020 | Chamber News, Economic Development, Education
The Chamber has been working to fight for the renewal of Chapter 313, which is the part of the Texas Tax Code that allows school districts to limit property taxes on major new investments in Texas. Chapter 313 is set to expire in 2022, and it must be reauthorized in...
by Delilah Ochoa | Feb 3, 2020 | Economic Development, Greater Arlington
Last Thursday, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced it is making Globe Life Park its new global corporate headquarters. The company recently signed a 15-year lease for the centerfield office build. More than 120 full-time employees will enjoy the scenic view...
by Delilah Ochoa | Jan 24, 2020 | Economic Development, Greater Arlington
By the end of March, the Arlington General Motors Assembly Plant is transitioning nearly 300 temporary hourly employees to regular full-time employment. General Motors is also giving more than 1,350 hourly employees around the country full-time positions. Offering a...
by Delilah Ochoa | Jan 2, 2020 | Economic Development, Greater Arlington
2020 is here, and greater Arlington has a lot to be proud of. We invite you to look back on the biggest events of the decade right here in the Entertainment Capital of North Texas. 2010 NBA All-Star Game – The 2010 NBA All-Star Game set a Guinness World Record for the...
by Delilah Ochoa | Dec 20, 2019 | Economic Development, Greater Arlington
With 2019 coming to an end, greater Arlington has a lot to celebrate. This decade has been marked by monumental events that are driving economic development in greater Arlington and creating community prosperity. We invite you to look back on our accomplishments and...