About Burleson EDC

Burleson 4A Economic Development Corporation

The EDC is funded through a one-half cent sales tax in the City of Burleson. This municipal development corporation is focused on the recruiting and retention of job-generating businesses into the community. A staff of three evaluates proposals and presents recommendations to a board of directors. Final review of all agreements goes to the Burleson City Council. The Burleson 4A Economic Development Corporation follows strict guidelines set forth by the State of Texas. To read more about these guidelines and eligible projects, please see click here.

Focus Areas

• Key Relationship Development

  • Commercial/Industrial brokers

  • General Contractors

  • Developers

  • Strategic end-user targets

  • Trade shows

• Identification of Large-Scale Opportunities

  • Industrial development on EDC-owned and EDC-partner properties on Interstate 35W

  • Retail and mixed-use locations ranging from pad sites to greenfield sites ready for power centers

  • Old Town Burleson design and development

• Speed to Market

  • Expedited permit and approval process - 10 to 12 week average from initial application

  • Progressive City staff, Mayor, Council and City Manager that are both accessible and responsive

Meetings & Agendas

Notice of meetings and meeting agendas for the board of directors of the Burleson 4A Economic Development Corporation, board of directors of the Burleson Community Service Development Corporation, and City Council of the City of Burleson may be found by selecting the Agenda button above.

Community Partners

We have a strategic set of partners who work together to support economic development in Burleson. Each provides a valuable tool in the site selection and development process.