Utilizing the Zapata County GIS

Program to Enhance Economic

Opportunity

Zapata County Commissioner’s Court

Meeting

July 9, 2012

Community Outreach

Real Estate Inventory

Community Planning & Mapping

Programs to Enhance Economic Opportunity

Community Outreach

• Produced and distributed a commemorative poster to the Mariachi Halcon band members and supporters

• PBS documentary was watched by over 9 million viewers

• Important to recognize positive national exposure for Zapata County

Program Progress Report

Real Estate Inventory

• Intended to provide increased exposure to available real estate and attract investment

• Site listings will be featured on ZEDC and Texas Site Search websites

• To date, have identified over 50 available buildings and land within the County

• Important to move quickly when needs arise

Program Progress Report

Community Planning & GIS Mapping

• Continue to develop data layers for the GIS mapping system

• Continue working with UTSA to develop and identify zoning boundaries and land use maps

• Important because it saves time and lessens risk for business opportunities

Program Progress Report

Program Progress Report

Map Gallery

Closing Remarks

Wrap Up

• Continue to meet the EDA program timelines and benchmarks

Importance

•All tax revenue is derived from business activity •Important ED programs useful to the county for

•Creating and retaining jobs •Attracting investment to diversify the mix of industries •Help all businesses and people in the county

Questions?

Contact Information 1301 N US Hwy 83

(Located at corner of Hwy 83/FM 496)

Zapata, TX 78076

(956) 765-1113

www.zapataedc.com