Palasota Drive Road Closure to Begin Week of Jan. 18
The Palasota Drive Phase I Reconstruction Project is scheduled to begin the week of Jan. 18, 2021. Bridge reconstruction at Cottonwood Branch (West of Bridge Meadow) and at Tributary 5 (West of Groesbeck) will prevent East – West through traffic between West 28th Street and Beck; and between Beck and Groesbeck.
GVBM, LLC honored with Mayor’s Downtown Impact Award
Through their investment in the old Bowie School on 26th Street, GVBM, LLC showed that with a little bit of love and patience, downtown revitalization is alive and well in Bryan. That’s why they were honored with the Mayor’s Downtown Impact Award this year.
City offices closed on Jan. 18 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
On Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, the City of Bryan Municipal Office building and all other City administrative offices will be closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday and will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2020.
11 capital projects to watch in 2021
With 2020 behind us, City of Bryan staff are preparing to embark on a big year for big projects in Bryan. Here are 11 public improvement projects in Bryan to keep your eye on this year.
Residents, businesses encouraged to take broadband survey
The City of Bryan is exploring the possibility of offering broadband internet access, and we need the public’s help – both residents and businesses – to determine the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of doing so.
City offices closed for Christmas, New Year’s holidays
City of Bryan offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday on Dec. 23, 24 and 25. They will also be closed on Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year’s holiday.
Live Christmas Tree Safety & Disposal
The City of Bryan’s Public Works and Fire Departments have a few reminders when it comes to your live Christmas trees.
City exploring feasibility of offering broadband service
After 76% of voters approved the proposition that allows (but does not require) the City of Bryan to offer broadband internet service, Bryan residents may be wondering “what’s next?” The answer is research.
City assumes ownership of Queen Theatre
The City of Bryan now owns the historic Queen Theatre, ensuring it will continue its legacy as an icon in the heart of Historic Downtown Bryan. The Bryan City Council unanimously approved the conveyance of the building from the Downtown Bryan Association (DBA) at the Council’s Dec. 8, 2020 meeting.
The partners in GVBM, LLC took an old, unused building and completely renovated it – bringing life back to a historical space on the west side of Downtown Bryan. Through their investment in the old Bowie School on 26th Street, GVBM showed that with a little bit of love and patience, downtown revitalization is alive and well in Bryan. That’s why they were honored with the Mayor’s Downtown Impact Award this year.
GVBM had been looking for a space to accommodate their growing business for several years, and once they found the Bowie School space, they knew it was a great option for their needs. By purchasing the property on July 31, 2019, GVBM saved the Bowie School building from demolition after it was condemned. The entire building was abated by early October 2019, and GVBM was able to renovate the building, thanks to the work of talented consultants and craftsmen.
“We are excited to have Bowie’s first tenant moved in mid-December, with a second tenant tracking to move in spring 2021,” Johanna Gessner said. “These two businesses will be bringing 80 jobs to Downtown Bryan. These tenants and their employees are looking forward to working in this space with such unique character and its proximity to all that Downtown Bryan has to offer. We look forward to filling this space and foresee it having further positive economic impact on the area.”
The GVBM partners join the ranks of dozens of other individuals and organizations whose positive impact on revitalization efforts have made Downtown Bryan a destination for everyone in the community
Mayor Andrew Nelson presented GVBM with the Downtown Impact Award in a video presentation, which was shown at the Jan. 12, 2021 Bryan City Council meeting.
“Downtown Bryan is thriving because of the individuals who have invested their time and talents into making it a place people want to gather,” Nelson said. “These efforts continue to be supported by the city through partnerships to promote the vitality of Downtown and the unique variety of amenities it has to offer.”
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