Shepherd Economic Development Corporation

S.E.D.C.

The Shepherd Economic Development Corporation was created to promote economic growth and development in and around the City of Shepherd.

Have you heard about the San Jacinto County Tax Abatement for new or expanding businesses? Contact the SEDC to find out if your business qualifies!

Potential Sites for your Business (click here!)

City of Shepherd Facts:

Major Attractions Coming Soon!

EarthQuest Houston Dinosaur Park: An amazing development of 1600 acres just 30 minutes South of Shepherd on US-59 that will feature "a variety of entertainment venues including both gated and free entry areas, retail stores, an outlet mall, a multitude of dining options, hotel facilities, convention center, corporate office space, research facility, and “green” single and multi-family homes."

Liberty Motorsports Park: Racing enthusiasts will love this park just 15 minutes South of Shepherd, listed as a master planned Motorsports Park that will encompass 810-acres featuring a FIM/FIA track, and opportunities for commercial and residential development.

Colleges and Universities Within 50 Miles:
     LoneStar College - Kingwood (about 36 miles; Houston, TX)
     Sam Houston State University (about 40 miles; Huntsville, TX)
     Lee College (about 53 miles; Baytown, TX;)
     Houston Community College - NE (about 53 miles; Houston, TX)
     San Jacinto College District - North Campus (about 53 miles; Houston, TX)
     University of Texas Health Science Center (about 53 miles; Houston, TX)
     U of H - Downtown (about 53 miles; Houston, TX)
     Angelina College (about 60 miles; Lufkin, TX)
Markets Within 200 Miles:
    The Woodlands, TX - 27 miles
    Houston, TX - 50 miles
    Beaumont, TX - 72 miles
    Tyler, TX - 128 miles
    Shreveport, LA - 163 miles
    Dallas, TX - 183 miles
    San Antonio, TX - 200 miles
Transportation:
Airport Service:

S.E.D.C. Agenda

        35 Miles: Lone Star Executive Airport - Conroe, TX
            45 miles: Intercontinental Houston (IAH) - Houston, TX
            67 miles: William P. Hobby (HOU) - Houston, TX
Rail Service:
            Union Pacific Rail Within Shepherd City Limits
            Union Pacific Rail Terminal, Houston, TX
   Highways
            US-59:      Within Shepherd City Limits
            SH-150:    Within Shepherd City Limits
            US-190:    15 Minutes North of Shepherd (Livingston)
            SH-105:    15 Minutes South of Shepherd (Cleveland)
            IH-45:        45 Minutes West of Shepherd (New Waverly)
            IH-10:        60 Minutes South of Shepherd (Houston)

Key Benefits of the Shepherd Economic Development Corporation

Assist in the development and retention of business.
Assist in the creation of incentives to encourage economic development.
Provide local incite and guidance to businesses interested in locating or expanding in our area.

Economic Development Corporation 2009 Accomplishments

Completed the construction of the Shepherd Gateway Sign.
Funded the construction of and fees for Blue Logo Signs on Hwy 59 which highlight local businesses.
Sponsored the Shepherd ISD FCCLA Culinary class 2009-2010.
Scheduled two appointments monthly with Bob Barragan of the SHSU Small Business Development Center.
Conducted research for obtaining and operating a Radio Station for San Jacinto County (ongoing).
Business Highlights: "Two new “boosting” Power Plants have been built and two Manufacturing facilities, PetroTech Energy & WyVac Wastewater & Industrial Maintenance opened employing about 12-14. Other new businesses are Dynamic Structures, IGS Environmental, and Beretha Shava Bookkeeping Service. A Tire Shop and two Flea Markets opened on 59 N. A new Automotive & Diesel Service will be open within the next two weeks; and coming soon: a Bakery & Grocery offering all Sugar Free products. Both First State Bank and People’s State Bank have a new fresh face lift. Mr. Cantu installed a beautiful fence and landscaped the vacant lot at Four Corners to help beautify the area. Such projects encourage economic development and we are grateful to these business owners for that assistance."
2010 Activities on the Horizon: "Current EDC goals are to erect a new sign in front of the Community Center for the EDC and Chamber of Commerce; possible consideration to remodel the Center; and continue to actively seek new businesses for the area. 2010 promises to be a good year for economic development with completion of the US 59 extension, increased traffic flow and rapid growth moving toward Shepherd from the South."

Board Members