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About Rowlett Economic Development
Smart Growth. Long-Term Value
Rowlett advances disciplined economic growth that strengthens the tax base, supports quality employment, and reinforces community vitality. Located just east of Dallas with direct access to the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Rowlett offers regional reach with suburban stability.
We focus on sustainable investment that performs , financially, operationally, and long term.
A Strategic, Business Ready Approach
Rowlett supports existing businesses, attracts targeted new investment, and encourages reinvestment that aligns with infrastructure capacity and workforce strengths. Growth is intentional and data-informed, prioritizing projects that contribute to fiscal resilience and long-term market stability.
Our team serves as a single point of contact for site selectors, brokers, developers, and employers , providing clarity, coordination, and responsiveness from early evaluation through project delivery.
Connected & Competitive
With major highway access, a regional turnpike, and DART light rail service, Rowlett provides direct connectivity to the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex while maintaining attainable development opportunities and strong workforce retention.
Businesses gain metro access without the congestion and cost pressures of core urban markets.
Direct & Transparent
Economic development services are provided directly by the City. This structure ensures coordinated review, alignment with planning and infrastructure priorities, and consistent, transparent decision-making.
Rowlett is positioned for smart, measured growth, grounded in partnership, performance, and long-term success.
Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB)
The Economic Development Advisory Board is comprised of seven regular members, four of whom are appointed by the City Council. These four include the Mayor or Mayor’s designee, a City Councilmember and two citizens. The City Councilmember and Mayor shall be selected for one-year terms. The citizen members shall serve staggered two-year terms. The other three members are selected by the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce, to one-year terms; one of which shall be the current Chamber of Commerce Chair (or the Chair’s designee if the Chair is unable to attend), and the other two shall be appointed by the Chamber annually. Click here for additional
Board Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities of the EDAB include promoting the economic development of the community through the coordinated actions of the City and the Chamber of Commerce.
Mission Statement
“The Board advises the City Council on economic development strategies that promote and foster private investment and job creation to ensure a sustainable business environment for Rowlett.”
Time Commitment
The Economic Development Advisory Board meets every other month.
Become a Member
Are you looking for ways to give back to the community? If so, we have a spot for you! We’re looking for committed residents willing to volunteer a few hours of their time each month to serve on a board or commission. Applications are available in the City Secretary’s Office in the City Hall Municipal Center at 4000 Main Street. Completed applications can be dropped off at the City Secretary’s Office, faxed to 972-412-6118 or emailed to the City Secretary’s Office.
Member
Position
Term Ending
Jeff Winget
Elise Bowers
Michael Weaver
Rhonda Wolfe
Tim Abrams
Jonathan Chance
Dr. Asa Hadsell
David Hall JD
Emily Stupnik
Larry Glick
Mayor, Council Liaison
Council Liaison
City Appointee
City Appointee
City Appointee
Chamber
Chamber Board Representative
City Manager, Ex Officio
Chamber President/CEO, Ex Officio
GISD Board Member, Ex Officio
December 31, 2026
December 31, 2027
December 31, 2027
January 30, 2026
January 30, 2026
Contact Us
Mailinh Nguyen
Assistant Director of Economic Development
Email: mnguyen@rowlett.com
Phone: 972-412-6121
Rowlett EDAB Agendas/Minutes
The Economic Development Advisory Board meets every other month on the fourth Tuesday at 8:30am at the Rowlett Area Chamber and Visitors Center, 4418 Main St Rowlett, Texas. Economic Development Advisory Board meetings are available to all persons regardless of disability. If you require special assistance, please contact the City Secretary at 972-412-6115 or write 4000 Main Street, Rowlett, Texas, at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Click here for additional information.
Meetings
- 8:30 am
- Fourth Tuesday of the Month, Every Other Month
- Community Development
5702 Rowlett Road, Rowlett, TX 75089
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Financial Transparency
The City of Rowlett is committed to the promotion of high quality development in all parts of the City and to an ongoing improvement in the quality of life for its citizens. Due to this objective, the City of Rowlett will, on a case by case basis, consider providing incentives as a stimulus for development in Rowlett. As policy, any incentive consideration for a development will be provided in accordance with the procedures and criteria of this Incentives Policy document. Furthermore, any agreements are subject to approval by the Rowlett City Council.
The City of Rowlett policy encourages new investment and business attraction through the utilization of tax grants, fee waivers or reductions, performance-based job creation grants, and/or other redevelopment grants, as authorized by Chapter 380.001 of the Texas Local Government Code.
The City of Rowlett is one of only 16 cities to have a Financial Transparency star in Economic Development. Click here for additional information.
Economic Development Framework
Disciplined. Intentional. Long-Term
Rowlett’s economic development framework is built on fiscal responsibility, workforce strength, and sustainable growth. The City prioritizes investment that strengthens the tax base, expands quality employment, and enhances community stability.
Growth is guided by infrastructure readiness, market demand, and long-term value — not short-term volume.
Focused on What Performs
Rowlett directs efforts toward:
• Retaining and expanding existing businesses
• Encouraging strategic reinvestment in key commercial areas
• Diversifying the employment base
• Attracting industries aligned with regional workforce demand
• Strengthening downtown and corridor vitality
Built for Resilience
By aligning development with infrastructure capacity, workforce characteristics, and quality-of-life assets, Rowlett supports steady, adaptable growth within the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex.
The result is a business environment designed for durability, performance, and long-term community benefit.
Rowlett Economic Development
5702 Rowlett Rd,
Rowlett, TX 75089
Office (972) 412-6121