Mesquite, TX – March 23, 2020 – The Economic Development Department presented the City of Mesquite’s quarterly report during the City Council meeting on March 16. The report covered the fourth quarter of 2019, including news on groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, new constructions and more.

David Witcher, the Director of Economic Development said “The big project during the last quarter was Urban District 30. We made the press, which is always a good thing for these projects.”

Urban District 30 is a nearly one million square foot industrial park. The project is expected to generate more than 500 jobs in Mesquite. Watch the groundbreaking ceremony from January here.

Witcher also highlighted the continued success of Downtown Mesquite which received two awards during the quarter, the Spirit of Downtown Award and the Best Economic Game Changer Award.

Watch the full presentation to City Council.