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Farmersville Economic Development Corporation

FEDC Backs Downtown Fire Protection, Bounces Facade Grant, And Eyes A Bigger Marketing Push

The FEDC (4A) Regular Meeting on May 21, 2026 focused on downtown buildings, grant requests, and how the city can better market itself. The decisions mostly affect property owners, small businesses, and residents who use downtown for shopping, dining, and events. Board members also talked about future tools for promotion and what comes back next month.

Fire Suppression Grant Approved For Edward Jones Building

The board approved a fire suppression grant for the Edward Jones building at 117 South Main, represented by Denise Gray. The plan covers the whole building, including the upstairs, and the quote includes a riser. Members said the space has been occupied since 2005 and supports three employees, so keeping it protected helps preserve a long-standing downtown business.

McKinney Street Facade Grant Put On Hold

The board did not act on the business development grant request for Gary and Cynthia Ransom at 119 McKinney Street. Members said the building damage came from a car crash, and the grant could not be used to repair accident damage while an insurance claim is still open. They also noted the quotes need to be cleaned up, since two came from the same immediate family.

Coffee Shop Grant Gets The Green Light

The board approved a business development grant for Adam White for work at 206 McKinney Street in the amount of $2,640.41. The discussion centered on the new coffee shop’s planters, which were confirmed to be bolted down. Members said the project fit the downtown goal of filling empty buildings with active businesses.

No Parking Lot For 300 McKinney Street