Home to urban, rural, industrial, and coastal,
Galveston County is far more than just a beach.
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The most pro business county in Greater Houston
Galveston County includes the cities of Bayou Vista, Clear Lake Shores, Dickinson, Friendswood, Galveston, Hitchcock, Jamaica Beach, Kemah, La Marque, League City, Santa Fe, Texas City, and Tiki Island.
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How to Fill Out the PPP Forgiveness Application
We break down how to complete the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application for you! Now that the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application is out (download it here), our office has received several… Blog
Drug Developed in Galveston To Be Tested Against COVID-19
A drug developed by an independent biotech firm headquartered in Galveston will be tested for clinical application to problems related to COVID-19, thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the… Regional News
Lago Mar Has (Very Clear) Water
Galveston County's very own Crystal Lagoon in Texas City's Lago Mar subdivision has been filled with water, and it's very clear, and very very blue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDViMRQfAM The lagoon is part… Regional News
Galveston County Sales Tax in the Time of Coronavirus
Through adversity and resilience, Galveston County’s economy has remained relatively strong through one of our nation’s darkest economic downturns. As reported by the Comptroller’s office, the first four months of… Blog
Largest PPP Lenders in Galveston County
As of last week, these banks were the largest Paycheck Protection Program lenders in Galveston County. Blog
Other Houston Banks for PPP Loans
If you are a Galveston County business, and if you've been having trouble finding a bank to process your Paycheck Protection Program loan, below are a list of banks in… Blog
Galveston County: Recommended Guidelines For Societal Restoration
Galveston County continues to seek the safest way to mitigate the impact of the COVID–19 pandemic on our community. As we move through the process of societal restoration, it is… Press Release Regional News
Resort Condo Community Coming to Tiki Island
An Austin-based development group has acquired land to build a resort-style condominium community on Tiki Island near Galveston, the companies announced in an April 22 news release. Legend Communities, with… Regional News
Coronavirus Pandemic Emergency Funding for Small Businesses
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act is a law meant to address the economic fallout of the 2020 coronavirus pandemic in the United States. We've crafted this six-page infographic to… Blog
Stay Strong in Galveston County
Dear Friends, We hope this message finds you well during these unprecedented times. Galveston County's Economic Development Department values the health and safety of our community, local businesses, employees and… Blog