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Eastridge Neighborhood Plan

Eastridge, a diverse and vibrant neighborhood, is central to Amarillo’s Neighborhood Planning Initiative. Guided by resident input and aligned with the Comprehensive Plan, this vision emphasizes cultural celebration, family-friendly living, economic growth, and innovative urban agriculture.

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  • cityplanning@amarillo.gov
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  • Planning Department
    Simms Municipal Building
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    808 S. Buchanan
    PO Box 1971
    Amarillo, TX 79101
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Embark on the vision foR Eastridge

Eastridge, the fourth neighborhood identified in the Neighborhood Planning Initiative, launched in January 2021. This collaborative effort, shaped by community input, is a pivotal component of Amarillo’s Comprehensive Plan, directing public investment to foster unity and positive transformation. Discover the ongoing projects and collective initiatives shaping the future of the Eastridge community.

Focus Areas and Goals

Vision Statement

The Eastridge neighborhood is a community of different faces, from different places, where many cultures are celebrated. It is a place we call home with room to roam; a community with opportunity to grow economically, spiritually, educationally — with family and friends — all for a better way of life.

  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere
    Aspires to be a family-friendly neighborhood where residents choose to live for the upbringing of their families, reflecting well-maintained homes, safe streets, and sidewalks for people of all ages. A strong sense of pride of ownership permeates throughout.
  • Job Opportunities and Quality Housing
    Strives to offer excellent job opportunities and quality housing choices, particularly in proximity to one of Amarillo’s major economic centers.
  • Prominence in Small Businesses
    Aims to be recognized for its small businesses, creating an environment where owning a business in the area is desirable. These businesses not only serve residents but also attract people from across Amarillo, offering unique handicrafts, diverse ethnic foods, and engaging events.
  • Innovative Urban Agriculture
    Envisions the implementation of innovative urban agricultural practices. Residents leverage their farming skills to grow products, contributing to both self-sufficiency and income generation.
  • Route 66 Gateway Enhancement
    Strives to become an exciting Route 66 gateway into Amarillo. Enhanced landscaping, signage, and lighting will welcome Route 66 travelers as they enter the city, fostering business opportunities stemming from increased tourist activity.

helpful links

Eastridge Neighborhood Boundary
Eastridge Neighborhood Plan
eastridge community association facebook

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City of Amarillo: Property Taxes Rebated Per Year by Agreement Type 

Overview 

The chart shows the dollar amounts of property taxes rebated per year over the last five fiscal years, broken down by agreement type. There were no Chapter 380 property tax rebates in the first two years listed. The total amount increased slightly each year, with a more significant increase in the most recent year. 

Values 

Numerical values presented on the image: 

 

Fiscal Year 2020/2021 

Fiscal Year 2021/2022 

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 

Fiscal Year 2023/2024 

Fiscal Year 2024/2025 

Chapter 311 

$533,080 

$547,426 

$574,947 

$591,249 

$821,350 

Chapter 380 

$0 

$0 

$37,387 

$39,172 

$61,013 

Presentation 

The bar chart shows the amount of property taxes rebated in the past five fiscal years, broken down by agreement type. The horizontal axis shows each of the past five fiscal years and the vertical axis shows the dollar amount rebated. For each fiscal year there is vertical column, comprised of two stacked columns, each of which representing the different agreement types. 

City of Amarillo: Number of Tax Abatements Granted Per Year 

Overview 

The chart shows the number of businesses that received a tax abatement from the City of Amarillo in the past five fiscal years. The 2020/21 and 2021/22 fiscal years each had four active abatements, 2022/23 had five, and 2023/24 and 2024/25 each had seven. 

Values 

Numerical values presented on the image: 

 

Fiscal Year 2020/2021 

Fiscal Year 2021/2022 

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 

Fiscal Year 2023/2024 

Fiscal Year 2024/2025 

Active Abatements Per Year 

4 

4 

5 

7 

7 

Presentation 

The bar chart shows the number of businesses that received a tax abatement from the City of Amarillo in the past five fiscal years. The horizontal axis shows each of the past five fiscal years and the vertical axis shows the number of active abatements each year. Each year has one column, with the height indicating number of active abatements in that year.

Amount of Taxes Abated Per Year 

Overview 

The chart shows the dollar amounts abated over the past five fiscal years from Chapter 312 tax abatement agreements. Each fiscal year shows a larger dollar amount abated, with minor growth over the first three years, a higher increase in the fourth year, and minor growth again in the fifth year. 

Values 

Numerical values presented on the image: 

 

Fiscal Year 2020/2021 

Fiscal Year 2021/2022 

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 

Fiscal Year 2023/2024 

Fiscal Year 2024/2025 

Taxes Abated by City of Amarillo 

$510,061 

$623,017 

$679,849 

$965,261 

$1,143,899 

Total Abated by All Entities Including City of Amarillo 

$1,569,512 

$1,926,332 

$2,103,099 

$2,884,936 

$2,959,496 

Presentation 

The bar chart represents the amount of taxes abated over the past five fiscal years. The horizontal axis shows each of the past five fiscal years and the vertical axis shows the dollar amount abated. The bar representing taxes abated by the City of Amarillo is sightly offset to the side of the bar representing the amount abated by all participating tax entities for each fiscal year. This shows that the amount abated by the City of Amarillo is a part of the total amount abated by all entities.

City of Amarillo: Taxes Rebated Per Year by Type 

Overview 

This chart shows the dollar amounts rebated by the City of Amarillo from economic development incentive agreements over the past five fiscal years. Each year is broken down by rebate type, including property tax rebates, hotel occupancy tax rebates, and sales tax rebates. Each fiscal year shows a slight increase in total dollars rebated, with a more drastic increase in the most recent fiscal year. 

Values 

Numerical values presented on the image: 

 

Fiscal Year 2020/2021 

Fiscal Year 2021/2022 

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 

Fiscal Year 2023/2024 

Fiscal Year 2024/2025 

Property Tax Rebates 

$533,080 

$547,426 

$612,334 

$630,421 

$882,363 

Hotel Occupancy Tax Rebates 

$686,747 

$753,112 

$794,828 

$871,423 

$808,348 

Sales Tax Rebates 

$0 

$21,046 

$55,528 

$45,881 

$368,716 

 

Presentation 

The bar chart represents the amount rebated by the City of Amarillo for each type of tax rebate over the past five fiscal years. The horizontal axis shows each of the past five fiscal years and the vertical axis shows the dollar amount rebated. The different rebate types are stacked vertically in each fiscal year, with the height representing the total dollar amount rebated.