· Context
Council approves a $55,775 TIRZ #1 streetscape grant for the Panhandle Adult Rebuilding Center, 5-0
The council approved a TIRZ #1 developer agreement with the Panhandle Adult Rebuilding Center (The PARC) for a grant of up to $55,775 toward downtown streetscape improvements at its new facility at 413 SW 6th. The TIRZ #1 board had approved the request unanimously on February 13, 2025.[1][2]
What the sources say
- ✓ Verified
The staff memo describes The PARC's project as a new facility of about 6,547 square feet at 413 SW 6th, between S. Jackson St. and Van Buren St., 'intended to serve the general purpose of assisting those experiencing homelessness end that cycle', with an estimated construction cost of about $1.9 million. The $55,775 grant covers only the Downtown Amarillo Urban Design Standards streetscape work, such as double-globe lights, trees and sidewalks. It is payable from TIRZ #1 revenues on completion or through progress draws. The streetscape design received a Certificate of Appropriateness on January 23, 2025.[2]
- Grant
- $55,775
- Project cost estimate
- $1,900,000
- ✓ Verified
The council approved the PARC developer agreement 5-0 on a motion by Don Tipps, seconded by Tim Reid. Drew Brassfield, Assistant Director of Planning, presented the item.[1]