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A Bryan Manufacturer That Is Exceeding Requirements Is Given More Time To Complete An Economic Development Agreement

A Bryan manufacturer which entered an economic development agreement with the Bryan city council in December 2021 is given more time to complete its expansion. The council, without discussion, unanimously approved the extension requested by American Lumber at its April 14th meeting. The amended agreement says American Lumber has already exceeded other requirements of receiving a 50 percent rebate of the tax revenue generated from its manufacturing addition and three new storage buildings. The minimum property value of the project, $8 million dollars, is currently valued at $14.9 million. What was supposed to be 12 additional employees is currently 31. And the average salary that was supposed to be $55,000 dollars is $82,000 per person. Click HERE to read and download the amended economic development agreement that was approved at the April 20, 2026 Bryan city council meeting. Click HERE to read and download background information that is associated with the amended agreement.

Bryan City Council Approves Allowing For Profit Organizations To Hold Events In City Parks

The Bryan city council approves changing the city ordinance regulating park operations that will now allow for-profit organizations to stage events with permission. The revised ordinance, which was unanimously adopted at the April 14th meeting without discussion, says the city council found that prohibiting for profits from operating in city parks limited the number and quality of activities available to city residents. And the ordinance says this will offset or eliminate the city’s cost of maintaining parks. Instead of for-profits asking the city council for permission, that authority now goes to the city manager. Click HERE to read and download the revised ordinance that was approved at the April 14, 2026 Bryan city council meeting. Click HERE to read and download background information associated with the revised ordinance.

American Momentum Bank Has A New President

American Momentum Bank, which has multiple locations in the Bryan/College Station area, has a new president and chief executive officer. Bo Scott succeeds James Wolfe, who will remain on the bank’s board of directors. Scott, whose banking career began in 2000 following service in the U.S. military, has extensive executive leadership roles at regional and national financial institutions. News release from American Momentum Bank: American Momentum Bank, a privately held bank with operations in Texas and Florida, announced the appointment of Robert “Bo” Scott as president and chief executive officer. Scott succeeds longtime executive James Wolfe, who will remain on the bank’s board of directors. Scott joins American Momentum Bank from Sunflower Bank, where he served as chief banking officer. He brings more than two decades of banking experience, including extensive executive leadership roles at both regional and national financial institutions. “I am thrilled to welcome Bo as the next leader of American Momentum Bank,” said Donald A. Adam, founder and chairman. “Our commitment has always been to serve our customers, their businesses and the communities where we operate. Bo is deeply aligned with our vision and mission and is well-positioned to lead the bank into its next phase of growth and success.” Scott began his banking career in 2000 following his service in the U.S. military. Over the course of his career, he developed a strong track record of leadership, strategic growth and operational excellence. “I am honored to join American Momentum Bank and to work alongside Donald Adam,” Scott said. “The bank has built an outstanding reputation for relationship-driven banking. My family and I are excited to make College Station our home and to become part of this vibrant community.” Originally from Chicago, Scott holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Southern Illinois University. He is also a graduate of the Pacific Coast Graduate School of Banking. He and his wife have three children. American Momentum Bank retained Lehman Associates of Austin to conduct the executive search that resulted in Scott’s appointment. About American Momentum Bank American Momentum Bank, a Texas-chartered banking association with total assets of $2.8 billion as of March 31, 2026, provides comprehensive products and services for businesses and individuals. Founded in 2006, American Momentum Bank has 18 full-service banking centers in Texas and eight full-service banking centers in Florida. American Momentum Bank’s strong capitalization, superior asset quality and experienced management teams position it as one of the premier banks in each state. Visit www.americanmomentum.bank to learn more.