Northlake EDC and CDC approve entry-monument signage project totaling up to $850,000

Northlake’s Economic Development Corporation and Community Development Corporation approved plans for three new entry monument signs intended to promote business growth near the town’s limits.

Nathan (Speaker 5), the staff member who briefed the boards, said the councils have budgeted a combined $850,000 to build three entry monuments and described the project as a “type B” undertaking that required public notice and a hearing. “Notice of the project was published on January 10, and public hearing is scheduled to be held tonight before you can take action,” he said, noting the project cannot begin until 60 days after publication (March 11).

After opening the hearing and hearing no public comments, the CDC approved a motion to fund entry monument signage along highways and roadways near town entry points in the amount of $425,000. James (Speaker 7) moved the CDC motion and Speaker 1 seconded; the motion was recorded as carrying unanimously. The EDC then moved and passed a corresponding motion to approve the project in a total amount not to exceed $850,000, with up to $425,000 to be funded by the ADC, a motion seconded by Speaker 1 and approved without recorded opposition.

The boards’ staff outlined next steps should the project proceed: acquire property or easements for the chosen sites (one location is in right of way, others require easements from developers), finalize designs for each sign, then bid the construction and select a contractor. No timeline for construction was given beyond the legal earliest start date tied to the 60‑day notice period.

The boards recessed to an executive session afterward to discuss economic development negotiations under the cited authority.