arlington,tx

·WHERE DREAMS·

·get done·

At the center of the largest metropolitan area in the state ranked best for business, home to three professional sports teams, the largest business park in North Texas, and one of the fastest growing research institutions in the United States, there’s a lot happening in Arlington.

Arlington, the third largest city of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, has fought its way to prominence and along the way has developed a reputation for being a business-friendly city that is willing to do what it takes to get deals done. Twice voters stepped up when asked for major bond packages to keep and lure sports franchises to Arlington, and as a result, world-class, iconic venues have been built. When tasked with making Arlington home to the General Motors Assembly Plant, the city built a lake to properly expand its water source. Celebrating over six decades in Arlington, General Motors continues to believe in our community, and recently announced a $1.4 billion investment in Arlington Assembly — the largest single facility investment in the United States this year.

Arlington remains an open and accommodating destination for business and investment. It realizes that companies and their employees are the backbone of the community. It’s a big city that still holds strong to its small-town roots — where officials are accessible, economic development is prioritized, and businesses are free to pursue their dreams.

Known as “The American Dream City” and a gateway to DFW International Airport, Arlington is a place where anything is possible. It’s a place where convenience and comfort can coexist, side by side. A place at the center of it all, where living is affordable, talent is plentiful, and education is top-notch. A place where aspiration, collaboration, and hard work get dreams done.

Welcome to Arlington,

W. Jeff WilliamsMayorCity of Arlington

Where dreams get done.

POPULATION: 379,000

AREA: 99.7 SQ MILES

COUNTY: TARRANT

MSA: DALLAS-FORT WORTH-ARLINGTON

MSA POP: 6,971,000

Regional &

National

Connectivity

BY AIR...

BY Road....

BY rail...

DFW International Airport, the 4th

busiest airport in the world, provides non-stop flights to over 200 destinations.

Arlington Municipal Airport, a full-service

general aviation airport, supports

corporate, cargo, and recreational aircraft.

DFW is one of three major rail hubs in the US, with

intermodal facilities serving Union Pacific, BNSF, and Kansas City

Southern.

Arlington sits along Union Pacific Railroad’s main transcontinental route, extending from New

Orleans to Los Angeles.

Arlington is served by two major east-west interstate highways (I-20 and

I-30); State Highways 360, 303, 157, 180; US Highway 287; and one of the country’s most extensive north-south

trade routes, I-35.  Arlington’s enviable roadway infrastructure provides unrivaled access to the

North Texas region and the country.

Truck service provides transport to 16% of the country in 10 hours (1),

37% in 24 hours (2), and an impressive 93% of the country in 48

hours (3).

2 hrs 32 minNew York, NY

2 hrs 50 minLos Angeles, CA

2 hrs 56 minToronto, ON, Canada

3 hrs 15 minMexico City, Mexico

9 hrs 30 minParis, France

14 hrs 25 minTokyo, Japan

3

1

2

Los Angeles: 4+ days

Chicago: 3+ days

Atlanta: 3 days

Houston: 1 day

“From this strategic location along a major interstate, Red Cross teams will be able to quickly move supplies whenever and wherever they’re needed across America.”

-T.D. Smyers, CEO, American red Cross NTX, referring to US’ largest

disaster relief center

The

entertainment

capital of

Texas

“Arlington’s Entertainment District keeps the adrenaline of the

Community running and creates positive impacts on the local economy.”

- Bruce Payne, Economic Development Manager

tierra VerdePremium 18-whole golf course ranked by Avid Golfer Magazine

as the top course in the DFW Metroplex.

Six flags hurricane harborHome to over 24 thrilling water

rides that help beat the Texas heat.

International bowling museumLoaded with interactive fun and

world-class exhibits that highlight the history of bowling and the greatest players of all

time.

Parks mallA 1.5 million square foot

shoppers’ paradise featuring over 180 stores,  25 restaurants, an

ice-skating rink, movie theater, and bowling alley.

Arlington highlandsA 900k square foot lifestyle center containing over 25 restaurants, 50

stores, and plenty of places to have fun, including Studio Movie Grill, Dave and

Busters, and Improv Comedy Club.

AT&T Stadium $1.2 billion stadium, home of

the Dallas Cowboys and host of record-breaking concerts and

events.

Globe life parkA 40,000-seat traditional,

open-air ballpark that is home field for the Texas Rangers.

Six flags over Texas The original Six Flags Theme

Park is home to 44 rides, including the fastest and

tallest roller coaster in Texas.

nown as the Entertainment Capital of Texas, Arlington hosts over 8 million tourists each year and has something for everyone. Ranked as one of the most playful cities in America 8 years in a row, there’s never a dull moment in Arlington.K

Host City of:

2010 NBA All-Star Game2010/2011 World Series

SuperBowl XLV2014 NCAA Final Four

2015 Inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship2015 Academy of Country Music Awards

ARLINGTON

AT THE CENTER

OF IT ALL...

Six flags Over Texas

American Airlines

HQ

DFW International

AIRPORT

Exxon MobilHQ

at&T stadium

Texas health Resources HQ

Globe life park

Williams-SonomaDistribution center

GM Assemblyplant

TCCSE Campus

university of TexasAt Arlington

Bell helicopterHQ

D.R. Horton, INC.HQ

Lockheed martinAeronautics

Downtown Fort worth

ArlingtonMunicipal Airport

Texas ChristianUniversity

Arlington

Fort worth

“The new arlington Headquarters is

Conveniently located in the heart of North Texas with great Access to the DFW International

Airport.”

- Donald R. Horton, Founder & chairman of D.R. Horton, Inc.

Perfectly situated at the epicenter of the thriving North Texas region, Arlington offers unparalleled access to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Less than 20 miles from Downtown Dallas and Downtown Fort Worth, and only 8 miles away from DFW International Airport, Arlington is a strategic location for companies doing business throughout the region. From the city center, Arlington is less than 25 miles from 18 Fortune 500 Headquarters, 12 major universities, and over 4 million residents.

Because of its enviable location,  Arlington is quickly becoming a hub for engineering, advanced manufacturing, medical science, and technology. Texas Health Resources, one of the largest health care systems in Texas; L-3 Communications, a leader in the aircraft simulation and training industry; and Progressive, a global player in the aerospace industry, represent just a few of the key investments that have been made in Arlington.

Love field Airport

SouthernMethodistUniversity

DowntownDallas

Dallas

Dallasexecutive

Airport

workforce &

Education

The largest automotive manufacturing employer

In Texas with over 4500 employees

GM arlington assembly plant

“We benefit by having a close working relationship with the University of Texas at Arlington, which serves as a source of qualified new workers and as an educational resource that allows our

employees to gain advanced degrees.”

- Lenny genna, President of l-3 link

rom the center of a metropolitan area boasting 12 major universities and a regional workforce of over 3.8 million, Arlington businesses are well-postioned

to draw talent from 360 degrees. But, with that said, there’s no real reason to look beyond the city’s borders...

Quality education is a top priority in Arlington, a place where a student can excel from kindergarten to PhD without ever leaving the city. Arlington is served by five independent school districts: Arlington, Mansfield, Kennedale, Fort Worth, and Hurst-Euless-Bedford. The Arlington Independent School District currently has a total of 73 schools: 9 high schools, 13 junior high schools, and 51 elementary schools. With over 62,000 students enrolled, the Arlington Independent School District is the 9th largest school district in Texas. 80% of the student body is involved in an advanced education track designed to prepare students for future employment and higher education. 

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UTARI was established to bridge the gap between academic research and product development in the areas of engineering,

biomedical technologies, and robotics. UTARI partners with leading global

companies to develop new technologies, convert research to prototypes, and

develop improvements to existing products. UTARI has collaborated with companies, including Walmart, Bell Helicopter and

Lockheed Martin.

UT Arlington researchInstitute (UTARI)

TMAC delivers hands-on technical assistance and training to a range of industries, including manufacturing, government, and

health care. TMAC has a wide array of services that improve efficiency,

quality, and productivity within focus areas of lean enterprise, technology

solutions, strategic management, quality systems, environment and

safety.

Texas manufacturing Assistance center (tmac)

Aerodynamics Research center (ARC)The ARC at UTA collaborates with

government and corporate clients on wide-ranging research, including

experimental high-speed and high-temperature aerodynamics,

shock/boundary layer interaction, and detonation. ARC is the future

home of the country’s only university-based, arc-heated,

hypersonic-testing facility for thermal protection systems.

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), the second largest institution in the UT system, has over 37,000 students enrolled.  UTA is a growing research powerhouse that provides businesses with a steady supply of talent.  The institution’s research activities and engineering strengths are assets for the continued development of the region’s aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and technology industries.

Arlington partners with Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County to offer workforce improvement services to job seekers and businesses of all sizes. Its award-winning programs and services connect businesses with qualified job seekers through workforce development activities, including customized, skills-based training; recruitment, pre-screening, and placement services; and other quality programs. Workforce Solutions serves over 38,000 employers and a civilian labor force of over 980,000 annually.

Arlington Advantage

Arlington stands out among other cities in its readiness to offer generous incentive packages to attract businesses that bring jobs and revenue to the community.

…and the results speak for themselves:

Tax Increment Financing

Tax Abatements

Triple Freeport Exemption

Chapter 380 Grants

Fee Waivers

Fast-Track Permitting

• 2015 - GM announces $1.4 billion investment in its Arlington Assembly Plant.

• 2015 - DR Horton, Inc., America’s largest home builder, Announces HQ move to Arlington.

• 2015 - Trammell Crow announces plan to develop up to 1 million SF of Class A office space along I-30.

• 2015 - Hot NY startup, Blue Apron, chooses Arlington as home to 1 of 3 national fulfillment centers.

• 2015 – Medical Center of Arlington begins $90 million expansion and renovation project.

• 2015 – WNBA team, Tulsa Shock, announces move to Arlington.

Where Deals

get Done.

“The reason Texas leads the Nation is because of our

Greatest natural resource – the people of Texas – who’ve built a strong and diversified

economy.”

- gov. greg abbott A 2,000-acre master planned community that includes a nature reserve and over 600 acres of lakes, rivers, streams and wetlands

Viridian Community

The texas advantage Texas is known as one of the most business- friendly states in the country. With no corporate income tax and no individual income tax, it’s no wonder why CEOs have ranked Texas the number one state for business 11 years in a row.

Best State for Future Job Growth

CEOs name Texas Best State for Business 2004-2015

Site Selection Governor’s Cup:2014, 2013, 2012, 2010, 2005, 2004

Top State for Infrastructure Exports, Natural Gas Production, & Renewable Energy

BUSINESS FACILITIES

Area Development Gold Shovel: 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2008

Area Development Silver Shovel:2011, 2010, 2009, 2006

AREA DEVELOPMENT

America’s Top State for Infrastructure & 2nd Best State for Business

THE AMERICAN DREAM CITYT E X A S

Office of Economic Development EcoDev@arlingtontx.gov ArlingtonTX.gov/EcoDev 817-459-6155