opportunity to reinvigorate the area. Several new businesses have already set up shop on Main Street, with more on the way. One of the most popular newcomers is Moontower Pizza, a local favorite known for its record-breaking pizza size. “They have a bit of a cult following, and their food is great,” says Winner. Another exciting addition is Fred’s Texas Cafe, a beloved local chain opening its third location in Crowley. “Fred’s has been featured on *Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives*, so we’re thrilled to have them here,” says Hinton. These new businesses are just the beginning of Crowley’s downtown transformation. The city’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has played a crucial role in acquiring properties along Main Street, which will help guide future development. “We’ve purchased land to foster growth, and now we’re working on building relationships with developers to bring new businesses to the area,” says Elgin. The goal is to create a walkable downtown that offers a variety of dining and shopping options for residents and visitors alike. “We’re trying to keep people in our city,” says Hinton. “By bringing in new restaurants and businesses, we can offer residents more reasons to stay local rather than going to nearby cities like Burleson or Fort Worth.” Recognizing the work the city is undertaking to transform the core of the city,The Crowley downtown improvements and Main Street Plaza Park have been nominated for 2 different awards in the 2024 Texas Downtown Association’s statewide call for projects. On Friday October 4, 2024 the Texas Downtown Facebook page announced the Crowley Crossing Plaza Project had won the People’s Choice vote for the Best New Construction and in other categories it won Best Public Improvement and Best New Construction in the Under 50k Population category. INVESTING IN RECREATION While Crowley focuses on economic development, the 294 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 10
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