Community Profile: Family, Community And A Wealth of Business Opportunities
There are many locales which believe that their particular location is ‘just a little bit of heaven on earth.’ That may be stretching it for some places, but in the case of Lindale, it’s true!
Lindale is a town that values the family as the cornerstone of our lives. We celebrate the community as a family of families, and we work hard to create and treasure a wide variety of business opportunities to bring prosperity and blessing to every nook and cranny within the greater Lindale area.
Economic and community development for Lindale is handled through a close working relationship of the Mayor and City Council with the Lindale Area Chamber of Commerce and the Lindale Economic Development Corporation. Together these community leaders work to create an environment prime for business, industrial and community growth.
Strategic Location
Lindale (city population 4,290) is strategically located in northeast Texas at the intersection of Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 69. Approximately 70,000 vehicles pass through this intersection daily according to TXDOT traffic surveys. It is one of the higher traffic counts East of Dallas and North of Houston.
The engine of Lindale’s economy is driven by this strategic location. In addition to the tremendous traffic patterns, within 30 miles of Lindale there is a population of 336,577 (2008 estimates) which is projected to grow to 364,712 by 2013—a 7% increase.
Within a 15 minute drive of the intersection of I-20 and U.S. 69 is a population of over 150,000.
In addition to favorable population trends, median household income in Lindale is $47,679 (5-mile radius).
These kinds of growth trends create a wealth of business opportunities for Lindale. From retail to entertainment & recreation to restaurants to financial services and transportation, Lindale’s future is bright.
Located 15 miles north of Tyler, Texas, a city with the population of 83,650, Lindale enjoys the amenities of a larger city without the problems usually associated with one. Tyler is the county seat and the most prominent city within the county. Lindale is the next most significant city. Less than 100 miles in either direction (East or West) lie major metropolitan areas—Shreveport and Dallas.
Ample, Well-Qualified Workforce
For a local economy to prosper and attract new and relocating businesses, an ample and well-qualified workforce must be available. Lindale draws upon a total workforce within 30 miles of just over 112,200. The last five years has seen an 8.8% increase in available workforce, and the trend continues upward.
Award Winning School System
Recognizing that economic development can only be achieved as the community develops, one of the critical commitments for Lindale is the development of people. It is one of the reasons such an emphasis is placed on the community’s school system.
One of the jewels in Lindale’s crown is its award-winning school system. Lindale is known for its strong support of its schools which are consistently recognized by the Texas Education Agency for its academic achievement.
Up-to-date and well-funded schools underline the community’s belief that Lindale is a great place to live, to work and to rear a family. It also provides the foundation for a well-qualified workforce.
Low Taxes
Because Texas has no state income tax or statewide property tax, another major reason to consider Lindale is that it is attractive from a tax perspective. Texas was the 7th best state in the Tax Foundation's 2009 State Business Tax Climate Index.
Leadership Committed to Economic Development
The community’s leadership—business, political and non-profit—are committed to the development of the Lindale area. Economic and community development is handled through a close working relationship of three bodies that represent virtually all of the community’s leaders:
The Mayor and the City Council
The Lindale Area Chamber of Commerce
The Lindale Economic Development Corporation
These three entities enjoy remarkable unanimity and together work to create an environment prime for business, industrial and community growth.
Furthermore, Lindale partners closely with its larger neighbor Tyler to cooperatively work toward the greater good of Smith County as a whole. There is a progressive posture toward growth within each of these cities, and a willingness to cooperate for the benefit of all. Incentive packages may even be provided jointly by the Lindale Economic Development Corporation and the Tyler Economic Development Council.
Lindale: Good Country Living
Finally, Lindale is a great place to live. There is a slower pace, without the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan areas. Everything an individual might need, however, is within easy driving distance. Most needs can be met in Lindale and its growing retail sector, but if not, then Tyler is only a fifteen minute drive away. The major metropolitan areas of Shreveport and Dallas are only an hour and a half drive away via Interstate 20.
Lindale truly is the best of both worlds.
But Lindale’s attractiveness is more than mere convenience and creature comforts. A strong sense of community defines Lindale—a sense that is lost in many places today. Strong Christian values filter through every aspect of this community. Lindale encourages and values what were once common in all communities: family, honesty, self-sacrifice, hard work, persistence, charity, and hope.
Lindale is a great place to live, work and rear a family. It’s also a great place to do business. We hope you will visit and discover why everybody is saying, "You'll Love Living In Lindale."
Demographics (I-20@US-69)
Lindale Demographics
Population
Geographic Area
1990 Census
2000 Census
2009 Estimate
2014 Projection
Lindale City Limits*
2,428
2,954
5,097
5,100
Greater Lindale (5-Mile Ring Study)
10,216
12,485
15,309
16,688
Smith County**
151,309
174,706
206,287
224,555
Tyler MSA**
150,309
174,706
206,287
224,555
Note: * Lindale is located within Smith County and the Tyler MSA. Note: ** Tyler MSA and Smith County have the same boundaries, therefore, identical demographics. Source: Texas State Data Center / US Census Bureau / Experian/Applied Geographic Solutions
Ring Study Data Based From I-20 and US-69 Intersection
2014 Population Projections
5-Miles
10-Miles
15-Miles
30-Miles
45-Miles
60-Miles
Total Population - 2014
16,688
62,191
174,139
351,528
664,749
969,931
Households - 2014
6,059
20,366
63,011
129,498
252,450
353,900
Ring Study Data Based From I-20 and US-69 Intersection
Lindale (2008 population est. 4,290) is strategically located in northeast Texas at the intersection of Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 69. Approximately 70,000 vehicles pass through this intersection daily according to traffic surveys by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Located 15 miles north of Tyler, Texas, a city with a population of 83,650, Lindale enjoys the amenities of a larger city without the problems that usually accompany size. A significant number of Lindale residents are employed in Tyler.
Lindale is located in northern Smith County, which has a population of 197,031 (2008 estimate), and a workforce of just over 98,000. The county seat of Smith County is Tyler, and the next most significant city is Lindale. Within 30 minutes of Lindale, there are over 330,000 residents (30-mile population ring study). These factors help give the city a larger feel than the actual population numbers indicate.
PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGES BY KARL FULMER
Nearest city with pop. 50,000+: Tyler, TX (14.1 miles, pop. 83,650).
Nearest city with pop. 200,000+: Garland, TX (88.7 miles, pop. 215,768).
Nearest city with pop. 1,000,000+: Dallas, TX (96.9 miles, pop. 1,188,580).
Lindale draws from a commuting range within 45-miles with a workforce-age population base of over 460,000. Over the last five years for the Smith County/Tyler MSA, the increase in workforce (8.8%) has run well ahead of the national average (5.6%) as well as the increase for the state of Texas (7.0%).
Total Non-Farm employment is 93,200 (November 2009). Private employment is 79,600 while public sector employment is 13,600.
Lindale Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) and the Tyler Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) periodically conduct a county-wide labor survey and a wage and benefit survey. These are done through the Business School at the University of Texas At Tyler. The links below take you to the latest surveys.
Unemployment Status - Of the 600 people surveyed, 13.3% were presently unemployed and availalbe for work. This 13.3% includes hidden unemployment, such as new entrants and discouraged workers.
Characteristics of Unemployed - The majority of those not working had either been unemployed less than four months (32%) or over one year (47%). The former occupations of these persons were mainly in the office and administrative support, sles, production and healthcare fields.
Length of Employment - Employees had been with the company for an average of 7 years.
Employment Status - A majority of the employed labor market, 85%, was employed full time.
Available Labor Market - 39% of the employed labor market was interested or possibly interested in changing jobs in 2008-09. Therefore, the total available labor market is considered to be those workers unemployed and those who are employed and interested in changing jobs, which totals 47% of the total labor market.
Availability for Employment - The majority, 85% of the available labor market reported they were interested in full-time employment; 33% indicated an interest in part-time employment. Also, 86% stated they were available for employment during the day; 30%, evening; and 29%, night.
Desired Hourly Wage - When asked what was the lowest hourly wage they would accept, respondents gave a wide range of answers. An average hourly wage of $12.26 was computed for those interested in changing jobs. However, those presently employed were willing to accept a lower average wage of $11.17 an hour.
Tyler MSA, Non-Farm Employment Estimates by Industry Sector
Reporting for Month: November
Industry Sector
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
Total Nonfarm
91,200
92,600
95,300
96,800
93,200
Total Private
73,300
80,100
82,200
83,500
79,600
Goods Producing
14,800
14,400
15,200
15,000
11,800
Service Producing
76,400
78,200
80,100
81,800
81,400
Private Service Providing
63,500
65,700
67,000
68,500
67,800
Natural Resources, Mining and Construction
5,500
6,100
6,400
6,600
5,500
Manufacturing
9,300
8,300
8,800
8,400
6,300
Trade, Transportation and Utilities
19,500
19,900
20,500
19,900
18,800
Wholesale Trade
3,100
3,200
3,100
3,300
3,200
Retail Trade
13,400
13,700
13,600
12,700
12,000
Transportation, Warehousing and Utilities
3,000
3,000
3,800
3,900
3,600
Information
2000
2,000
2,200
2,300
2,200
Financial Activities
4,100
4,200
4,200
4,100
4,100
Professional and Business Services
7,500
7,900
8,200
8,400
8,300
Educational and Health Services
18,100
18,400
18,900
20,000
20,500
Leisure and Hospitality
8,800
9,600
9,200
9,900
10,000
Other Services
3,500
3,700
3,800
3,900
3,900
Government
12,900
12,500
13,100
13,300
13,600
Federal Government
900
900
900
900
900
State Government
3,200
3,000
3,100
3,100
3,200
Local Government
8,800
8,600
9,100
9,000
9,500
Souce: Texas Workforce Commission, LMCI Tracer Data Link
Employment / Unemployment
Employment/Unemployment Table - Smith County - Tyler MSA Annual Averages
Year
Total Civilian Labor Force
Employed
Unemployed
Unemployment Rate
2000
86,261
82,429
3832
4.4%
2001
87,230
82,928
4,302
4.9%
2002
90,382
85,306
5,076
5.6%
2003
93,033
87,492
5,541
6.0%
2004
95,519
90,406
5,113
5.4%
2005
96,721
91,884
4,837
5.0%
2006
97,622
93,046
4,576
4.7%
2007
97,099
92,979
4,120
4.2%
2008
98,942
94,040
4,902
5.0%
2009
100,624
92,950
7,674
7.6%
2010*
103,624
95,252
7,812
7.6%
2011
*Month of October 2010 only.
Major Employers
Major Employers in Lindale, Texas
Employer
Type of Entity
Full Time
Part Time
Target Distribution Center
Logistics/Distribtion
725
1
Lindale ISD
School District
550
0
Wal-mart Supercenter
Retail
75
25
Mea Nursery
Wholesale Plants
65
20
Benchmark Manufacturing
Manufacturing
50
0
City of Lindale
Local Government
46
0
Lowes Building Supply
Retail
Brookshires Grocery
Retail
Thermo Manufacturing
Manufacturing
12
0
Government
City Government
City of Lindale 105 Ballard Drive Lindale, TX 75771 903-882-3422 (Main Number)
Smith County Judge and Commissioners Smith County Annex 200 E. Ferguson, Suite 100 Tyler, TX 75702 903-590-4600
State Government
Federal Government
Education
Education
Lindale Independent School District
The Lindale Independent School District encompasses 184 square miles in the northern part of Smith County where it serves Lindale as well as the communities of Carroll, Mt. Sylvan, Swan, and Hide-A-Way Lake.
Lindale is known for its strong support of its schools which are rich in local heritage, tradition, and a strong value system. The citizens of Lindale wholeheartedly support the school system because they believe Lindale is a great place to live, to work and rear a family. The community makes every effort to keep all of the district’s six campuses up-to-date in technology, curriculum, facilities and educational services.
That commitment continues to bear fruit. Lindale students consistently receive high marks for academics, vocational programs, athletics, band and scholastic competitions.
In the 2010 Texas Education Association accountability ratings, Lindale ISD was rated Exemplary, the highest accountability rating.
Lindale Junior High School, E.J. Moss Intermediate School, Velma Penny Elementary School, and Lindale Primary school were also rated Exemplary. Lindale High School received a rating of Recognized.
Districts and schools are rated based on student performance on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS). For the first time the accountability rating also included student performance results for TAKS Accommodated, a standardized test for special education students. A school district’s dropout and completion rates are also factors in the accountability rating. Rates for the 2008-2009 school year are examined and LISD had no dropouts during that school year.
Prior to the 2009 school year when Lindale High School earned a "Recognized" rating, the campus was recognized as an "Exemplary" campus six years in a row, and LHS was named Texas Academic Champions in class AAA in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
With LISD's continued academic success, more and more students enroll with the district each month. To address the rapid growth in the student population, voters approved a $42 million bond that includes the construction of a new junior high school campus and additional classroom space at the high school.
The district plans to open the new junior high school by the start of the 2011-2012 school year, starting another exciting chapter in LISD history!
Students per Teacher Ratio (K-4): 20.0 (approximate)
Students per Teacher Ratio (5-6): 23.5 (approximate)
Students per Teacher Ratio (7-8): 14.6 (approximate)
Students per Teacher Ratio (9-12): 14.4 (approximate)
Teachers with Minimum of 5 years experience: 70.3%
Teachers with Master’s Degree: 23.9%
Expenditure per Student: $6,037
Colleges and Universities
There are five post-secondary educational institutions within 40 miles of Lindale:
University of Texas at Tyler (Tyler, Texas)
Tyler Junior College (Tyler & Lindale)
Kilgore College (Kilgore, Texas)
Jarvis Christian College (Hawkins, Texas)
Texas College (Tyler, Texas)
Tyler Junior College has made a major commitment to Lindale to develop a North Campus in the community. Currently the college has lease space in the Identity Center where they have three classrooms including a computer lab and nursing training center. The college has leased space in the center to add three additional classrooms in 2011. Eventually the college wants to construct a North Campus in Lindale on land dedicated to the college.
Taxes
Property Tax
Taxing Entity*
Tax Rate / Per $100**
City of Lindale
.493364
Smith County
.313940
Lindale ISD
1.475
Fire District
.086175
Tyler Junior College
.182926
*Not all taxes would apply. Depends on location of business or home **All Property is Assessed @ 100% Valuation
Sales Tax
City
County
State
1.50 %
.50 %
6.25 %
Taxes
Texas has a long history of being a low tax, business-friendly state. Texas also has a wealth of natural resources, a common border with Mexico, one of the U.S.’s largest trading partners, and a growing consumer base in a nation where consumers fuel 70 percent of economic growth.
Because Texas has a comparably low per capita tax rate (no state income tax or statewide property tax), Lindale and Smith County are quite attractive from a tax perspective.
Income Taxes
Personal: None
Corporate: Although Texas does not have a corporate income tax, the corporate franchise tax has a component based on earned surplus. Earned surplus is defined as federal net taxable income plus compensation paid to corporate officers and directors if the corporation has more than 35 shareholders.
Ad Valorem (Property) Tax
Texas has no property tax. Local governments and special taxing districts levy taxes on real and tangible personal property. All property is appraised at full market value, and taxes are assessed by local county assessors on 100% of appraised value.
Sales and Use Tax
City of Lindale 1.00% Lindale Economic Development .50% Smith County .50% State of Texas 6.25%
Total Rate 8.25%
(exemptions for groceries, medicine, property for resale, manufacturing equipment, and many items used exclusively on farms and ranches for food production)
Corporate Franchise Tax
The franchise tax is imposed upon all corporations and limited liability companies that do business in Texas or that are chartered or authorized to do business in the state. The tax is based on taxable capital or earned surplus. Both components are apportioned to Texas companies using a single gross receipts factor. Taxable capital is a corporations stated capital plus surplus. The tax rate on taxable capital is 0.25% per year. Earned surplus includes federal net taxable income with certain modifications. The tax rate on earned surplus is 4.5%. Corporations pay the higher of the tax on taxable capital or the tax on earned surplus. Those that owe less than $100 or have less than $150,000 in gross receipts do not pay any tax, but must file a report.
Payroll Costs
Businesses that employ one or more individuals may be subject to the state unemployment tax. New employers pay a tax rate of 2.7% of the first $9,000 of each employee’s annual compensation. A minimum of four complete quarters is required to obtain an experience rating that will determine an employer’s revised rate. The effective tax rate in 2004 ranges from a minimum of 0.67% to a maximum of 8.26%, with a weighted average for all experience-rated accounts being 1.64%.
Incentives
Objectives The Lindale Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) and the City of Lindale are committed to enhancing and expanding the local economy. Together we strive to be a catalyst for high quality commercial and industrial development in all parts of the Community.
The primary purpose of the LEDC is to assist in the creation of new primary jobs and the attraction of new capital investment. A secondary purpose is to provide infrastructure assistance to commercial developers planning large scale projects in Lindale, (generally $10 million or more). Lindale EDC provides complete and confidential site location services free of charge to its clients.
Regional Approach Lindale enjoys an excellent relationship in economic development with Tyler. In fact, in 1998, the Texas Department of Economic Development awarded Lindale and Tyler for their cooperative work on securing the Target Stores Distribution Center, which is Lindale's largest employer. There is a progressive posture toward economic growth within each of these cities.
Incentives
Economic development incentives help firms make investment decisions based on reduced cost and increased profitability. Incentive programs can generate long-term benefit to communities by lowering unemployment and increasing annual earnings.
Development incentives may be negotiated on a case-by-case basis to assist an eligible company to expand or locate to the Lindale area. Incentive packages can be provided individually or jointly by the Lindale Economic Development Corporation, the City of Lindale and/or the Tyler Economic Development Council, which serves all of Smith County. The availability of, and size of any incentive is determined by several factors including number of new jobs to be created, new capital value to be created, level of pay and benefits of the new full time jobs, whether the business is a targeted industry and community/board support of the incentive.
Economic Development Tools - The following economic development tools are available for selected projects.
Economic Development Type A Sales Tax In 1994, the citizens of Lindale adopted a half-cent sales tax to promote new and expand existing industrial and manufacturing activities. The Type A sales tax proceeds may be used to fund promotional and development activities related to business attraction/retention; financial assistance to businesses; land and building purchase, lease and upgrade; infrastructure upgrade and placement; and training and education. Industrial development is the primary target, but large retail/commercial projects may be eligible for infrastructure assistance too.
Tax Increment Financing The City of Lindale and all eligible taxing entities have formed the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #2 (TIF) which covers 263 acres north and south of I-20 near Harvey Road (CR 433). The area includes the Lindale Industrial Park and Lindale Business Park and surrounding properties. The TIF Board will consider using the TIF to finance needed public infrastructure improvements in the Zone. Improvements can be paid for by the TIF then repaid by the taxes generated by the development, or could be paid up front by a developer, then repaid to the developer through taxes generated by the developer.
Free Land or Discounted Land LEDC is developing infrastructure in the 125-acre Lindale Industrial Park. The infrastructure improvements are expected to be complete in May 2011. The Park is targeted for Light Industrial development. It is within the Lindale City Limits and is already zoned for Light Industry. This property has excellent direct access to I-20 at Harvey Road, and is within the TIF Zone #2. LEDC can provide land free or discounted based on the projected level of investment and jobs to be created by an industrial client.
Economic Development Grants & Loans (Chapter 380 Contracts) Chapter 380 of the State of Texas Local Government Code provides legislative authority for municipalities to establish a program for making loans and grants to stimulate business and commercial activity in the City. The City of Lindale is open to consideration of Chapter 380 agreements.
The City of Lindale does not have capital recovery fees. This can amount to a significant savings for a new project.
Fast track city permits
Possible waiver of city permit fees
Community Based Assistance Could Include:
Relocation assistance for key personnel
Job fairs to attract employees
Residential real estate assistance (non-financial)
Community orientation, introductions & tours
Media worthy ground breaking
Identification of business support services
Triple Freeport Exemption The freeport exemption exempts certain types of tangible personal property (i.e., inventory) from ad valorem (property) taxation provided the property is:
Acquired in or imported into Texas to be forwarded out of state
Detained in Texas for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes by the person who acquired or impored it, and
Transported out of state within 175 days after the date the person acquired or imported it into Texas
Because oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products are not considered freeport goods, they are not eligible for the exemption and therefore remain taxable. Even when goods are sold to an in-state purchaser rather than shipped out of the state, they may qualify for the Freeport exemption - however, the property must qualify under the above requirements as Freeport property and must be transported out of the state within 175 days after it was first acquired in or imported into the state.
A company that manufactures or distributes a product from within a jurisdiction which has been designated a freeport will realize a significant savings if it serves national or international markets. This could therefore encourage additional investment in buildings and equipment in the local jurisdiction.
The amount of the goods in transit exemption for each year is normally based on the percentage of inventory made up by such goods last year. In Smith County, the application process is handled by the Tyler EDC. A two-page application requests a company to identify property owned on January 1 of each year (or September 1 of the preceding year if the company receives a September 1 inventory appraisal). A company must apply for the exemption each year from the Smith County Appraisal District between January 1 and May 1.
Smith County Revolving Loan Fund (SCRLF) The Tyler EDC manages the Smith County Revolving Loan Fund, which provides loans to firms that create or retain permanent jobs through the retention, expansion, or establishment of companies in Smith County.
Eligibile Applicants - Businesses located or locating in Smith County that are producing a product or providing a service from which a majority of their sales are derived outside of Smith County. The company should also provide evidence of a financing gap and should have a substantial potential for retention or creation of jobs. Eligible uses include working capital, equipment and machinery, purchase and development of land an building, pollution control abatement. Inelibible uses include speculative activities, loans which assist the relocation of jobs from another labor area, investment, refinancing, or to provide the equity contribution required for federal loan programs.
Loan Particulars - The maximum loan amount is $200,000. The minimum loan is normally $50,000. The loan ration will be a least two private dollas to one SCRLF dollar. Private sector dollars include private financing from other lenders or equity investment. Owner participation will generally be 20% of the total project costs. The loan may be subordinated to the primary lender or funding source.
The interest rate will normally be fixed and at or slightly higher than the national prime rate. The loan term will be tied tot he life of the assest financed, up to twenty-five years. Working capital loans shall be for five years or less.
Tax Abatement - A common economic development tool that can defer property taxes on new plant and equipment expenditures for expanding companies. Must meet criteria in the Smith County/City of Lindale tax abatement policy. (May not be offered within the TIF Zone)
Skills Development Fund This program assists community and technical colleges in financing customized job training for local businesses. Average training costs are $1,000 per trainee. This fund successfully merges business needs and local job training opportunities into a winning formula for putting people to work. The Fund will provide training for specific skills for workers who will be hired by the businesses. The program is managed by the Texas Workforce Commission and the application process starts with Tyler Junior College West Campus Office of Continuing Education. More information on the Skills Development Fund can be found at the Skills Development Fund web page at the Texas Workforce Commission site.
SBA 504 Loans Businesses that are located in or are interested in locating in Lindale have access to the Small Business Administrations 504 Loan Program through the Tyler based, Greater Texas Capital Corporation. The 504 Certified Development Company (CDC) Program provides growing businesses with long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets, such as land and buildings.
Typically, a 504 project includes a loan secured with a senior lien from a private-sector lender covering up to 50 percent of the project cost, a loan secured with a junior lien from the CDC (backed by a 100 percent SBA-guaranteed debenture) covering up to 40 percent of the cost, and a contribution of at least 10 percent equity from the small business being helped. The maximum SBA debenture is $1,000,000 for meeting the job creation criteria or a community development goal. Generally, a business must create or retain one job for every $35,000 provided by the SBA. The maximum SBA debenture is $1.3 million for meeting a public policy goal.
Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) (State of Texas Program) Governor Rick Perry has made job creation and economic development a cornerstone of his administration. At the Governor's request, and with the support of Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst and Speaker Tom Craddick, the 78th Texas Legislature established the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF)to allow the state to respond quickly and aggressively to opportunities to bring jobs and employers to Texas.
The Texas Enterprise Fund provides the state's leaders with a "deal closing fund" that has the flexibility and financial resources to help strengthen the state's economy. The fund can be used for a variety of economic development projects, including infrastructure development, community development, job training programs and business incentives. Before funds can be awarded, the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Speaker must unanimously agree to support the use of the Texas Enterprise Fund for each specific project.
These funds will be used primarily to attract new business to the state or assist with the substantial expansion of an existing business as part of a competitive recruitment situation. State leadership also will be able to use Enterprise funds to leverage other resources for an economic development project. The Governor's Office will work closely with local leaders to tailor incentive packages that best meet the needs of local communities and businesses.
For more information on the Texas Enterprise Fund, contact the State of Texas Business Development at 512-936-0101 or visit the TEF website: Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF)
Incentives Disclaimer: Please note that incentives are not offered for every project. Incentives typically require approval from one or more boards or commisions. The Lindale Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) and the City of Lindale will work with each applicant to determine the specific needs of the applicant and will tailor an incentive package to that company's particular needs.
PAST PROJECTS
LEDC has participated in seven projects since LEDC’s formation in 1994.
Relocation of King Manufacturing to Lindale.
Billboard development advertising local motels.
Landing the regional Target Stores Distribution Center. Target’s DC provides 725 jobs together with additional tax revenues.
Relocation of Thermo Manufacturing which included the reconstruction of Walnut Springs Road from North US 69 to the manufacturing site.
Relocation of Cates Caststone to the old brickyard which resulted in the renovation and dramatic improvement of that property which had been vacant for years.
Infrastructure for development of Centenial Boulevard, and opening of Lowes Home Improvement Center, Wal-mart Supercenter and additional retail pad sites.
Business Retention and Expansion support for King Manufacturing to allow them to expand current local operations, and to migrate to Lindale, an operation previously in Oklahoma, creating approximately 10 new jobs.
Financial Institutions
Local Financial Institutions Link is povided to the specific branch page if available. In alphabetical order.
Bank of America 603 South Main Street Lindale, TX 75771 903-882-7578
Bank Texas 3222 South Main Street Lindale, TX 75771 903-882-3533
Capital One Bank 2501 South Main Street Lindale, TX 75771 903-882-1186
East Texas Regional (about 50 miles; LONGVIEW, TX; ID: GGG)
Cox Field (about 78 miles; PARIS, TX; ID: PRX)
Airlines serving Tyler Pounds Regional Airport:
American Eagle
8 flights/day to DFW, M-F
7 flights/day to DFW, Sat. & Sun.
SkyWest Airlines
4 flights/day to Intercontinental-Houston, M-F
Airfreight Services are available to DFW International Airport.
Other public-use airports nearest to Lindale:
Mineola Wisener Field (about 13 miles; MINEOLA, TX; ID: 3F9)
Wood County (about 17 miles; MINEOLA/QUITMAN, TX; ID: 3T1)
Tarrant Field (about 31 miles; MOUNT SELMAN, TX; ID: 6X0)
Freight Carriers
Number of Motor Freight Carriers: 7
Number of Parcel Service Providers: 6
Utilities & Services
Utilities
Lindale has adequate and reliable utilities to meet the demands of business as well as her citizens and neighbors.
Electric Provider: TXU Electric & Wood Co. Electric COOP Water Supply - City of Lindale Water Source: Wells Water Maximum Capacity - Gallons per Day: 3 million Water maximum daily usage to-date (gallons): 1.6 million
Other Rural Water Supply Corporations provide water service outside the city limits, so it is prudent to find out what provider will supply water if you are acquiring land for new development.
Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Type: Extended Aeration Activated Sludge Plant Wastewater treatment plant capacity (gallons per day): 1.3 million Wastewater maximum daily usage to-date (gallons per day): 1/2 million
Lindale Fire Department - Lindale has an excellent Fire Department manned by paid and volunteer staff. They stay well trained and have a wide array of certifications. Most importantly, Lindale's fire insurance rating is a 3, which is much better than many communties of our size.
Community Services
Motels / Hotels
4
Banks
4
Major Daily Newspaper
1
Local Telephone Services
1
Long Distance Services
AT&T and others
Weekly Newspapers
1
Cable Television Channels
All typical channels available
Civic Center / Auditorium
Kinzie Community Center
Quality of Life
Lindale is one of the fastest growing communities in East Texas. Its growth can be attributed largely to two key factors:
Lindale’s award-winning school system, and
Lindale’s strategic location
These two critical factors may be what accounts for the rapid growth of Lindale, but a number of other factors play important roles as well.
Lindale’s motto is "Good Country Living". For those who have discovered Lindale, it will always remain a great place to live, work and rear a family. There is a slower pace, without the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan areas. There is, however, everything an individual might need available within easy driving distance. Most needs can be met in Lindale with its growing retail sector. A fifteen minute drive to Tyler offers a larger selection, and just over an hour’s drive away are the metropolitan areas of Dallas (to the West) or Shreveport (to the East). Lindale truly is the best of both worlds.
Complementing Pool Park, educational and recreational facilities were greatly enhanced in 2002 with the opening of Faulkner Park and the new Lindale Library.
Faulkner Park consists of 170 acres of beautiful wooded land with a 15 acre lake. Located just four miles north of the city on U.S. 69, Faulkner Park has four lighted tennis courts, four soccer fields, concession and rest room facilities, a paved walking path around the lake, a volleyball court, basketball court, several picnic areas, as well as a number of spots for easy fishing. Pool Park was named for the Pool Family, who made this park possible. Pool Park has four baseball fields and as well as a Community Center.
The Lindale Library, located downtown, is a focal point of the community.
Lindale also boasts a wonderful outdoor Rodeo Arena supported by the Chamber of Commerce and built by the people of the City of Lindale. The Lindale Championship Rodeo, founded in 1988, is held the third weekend in May.
Medical facilities are near at hand for Lindale with a major regional health center as well as a rehabilitation hospital and specialty hospital within a 20 minute drive.
Hospitals/medical centers in Lindale:
Lindale Medical Clinic
Trinity Clinic Lindale
East Texas Medical Clinic
Various Private General Practitioners
Hospitals/medical centers near Lindale:
UT Health Center at Tyler (about 15 miles; Tyler, TX)
East Texas Medical Center Tyler (about 15 miles; Tyler, TX)
Trinity Mother Frances Health System (about 15 miles; Tyler, TX)
The major annual town festival for Lindale is Countryfest, established in 1985 on the 2nd Saturday in October. Sponsored by the Lindale Area Chamber of Commerce, it includes a variety of activities for all ages. There is great food, crafts and a carnival to enjoy topped off by the annual Bullfest which brings professional bull riding to Lindale.
A strong sense of community defines Lindale, but what drives that sense of community are the strong Christian values that filter through virtually every where one turns. It’s not so much that there’s a church on every corner (although area churches are one of Lindale’s hidden assets), as this community encourages those values many of us were reared with: honesty, self-sacrifice, hard work, persistence, charity, and hope.
Economic Indicators
Cost of Living Index
The area cost of living index is consistently between 90 and 96% of the national average. Lindale is within the Tyler MSA and the Tyler EDC participates in ACCRA to develop a cost of living index. Follow this offsite link to the Tyler EDC Cost of Living index and related information page: http://www.tedc.org/profile/pro_costofliving.php
City of Lindale Building Permit History
Year
Commercial New
Value
Commercial Remodel
Value
Residential New
Value
Residential Remodel
Value
2004
8
$15,847,780
7
$487,000
69
$8,554,844
17
$120,100
2005
17
$3,897,000
7
$145,000
74
$10,928,813
6
$66,545
2006
14
$3,585,308
15
$436,300
75
$9,068,235
7
$36,000
2007
9
$7,762,083
18
$712,365
30
$5,296,944
9
$94,000
2008
3
$1,135,000
36
$880426
13
$2,373,385
385
$1,708,971
2009
3
$3,940,000
15
$902,971
15
$2,826,500
43
$223,524
2010*
6
$37,760,000
13
$4,007,600
56
$8,087,988
23
$104,992
2011
* Through11 Months.
Climate
Lindale, Texas enjoys a temperate climate throughout the year. Following are some historical weather statistics:
Elevation: 547 feet above sea level.
Temperature Monthly Averages
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Avg Hi
57
64
72
78
84
90
94
94
88
78
67
58
Avg Low
38
41
49
55
63
70
73
72
67
56
48
40
Avg Mean
48
53
60
67
73
80
83
83
77
67
58
49
Rainfall Monthly Averages
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average
3.34
3.23
3.96
2.70
4.46
3.65
2.26
2.61
3.28
5.14
4.45
4.79
Other Weather Statistics
Average Temperature in January
48 degrees
Average Temperature in July
83 degrees
Average Annual Rainfall
43.10 inches
Days of Sunny Weather
245 days
Almanac Average growing season is 259 days Average first freeze is November 25th Average last freeze is April 3rd
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