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Economic Development Authority

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Aug 22, 2026

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EDA Discusses Utility Relief Request

Published Aug 22, 2026

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Briefing

May 21, 2026

Authority Approves Property Purchase Agreement

The Economic Development Authority unanimously authorized Abram Williams to sign a purchase agreement for William Bell’s property. The minutes do not provide the property’s location, purchase price, or intended use.

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

New mowing quotes sought for Foundry site

The Economic Development Authority will begin seeking new quotes for mowing the Foundry site. The board took no action after a closed-session discussion about public-fund investments.

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Briefing

Apr 23, 2026

Foundry grant work gets extended deadline

The Foundry Project grant scope was expanded to include brush clearing, additional concrete removal, and environmental studies needed to advance the site to Tier 4; the final grant closeout deadline was extended to December 15, 2026.

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Briefing

Apr 2, 2026

East Main Street Renewal Plans Discussed

The Economic Development Authority discussed improving East Main Street’s downtown appearance through new plantings, replacement fencing, artwork, and façade upgrades, while staff explored whether Community Development Block Grant funds could help replace the fence.

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Briefing

Mar 19, 2026

EDA Advances Foundation Grant Request

The Economic Development Authority approved the Radford University Foundation’s REDI Grant year-three request after finding it met the agreement’s requirements; payment remains subject to City Council appropriation. The board also approved an amendment extending the 2024 grant term by one year.

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Briefing

Feb 19, 2026

Business Expansion Discussed in Closed Session

The Economic Development Authority discussed a potential business expansion in a closed session, but took no action.

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Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

EDA Approves Expanded Concrete Removal Contract

The Economic Development Authority unanimously approved an amended concrete removal contract with HT Bowling, adding work and a payment plan for asphalt removal. All six members present voted yes.

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Briefing

Jan 22, 2026

Closed Session Held on Property Matters

The Economic Development Authority held a closed session to discuss acquiring or disposing of real property, but took no action.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

EDA Discusses Utility Relief Request

The Economic Development Authority discussed a prospective business’s request for utility relief under its local incentives program in closed session; the minutes state that no action was taken. Staff also reported a May 15, 2026, grant closeout date and that remaining funds would support studies to advance a property to another tier level.

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